Corporate Services Manager - IT Focus

Director of Corporate Services – IT Focused

Location: Belfast

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £71,400 per annum (non-negotiable)

REED Technology are excited to partner with a well-established charitable organisation in search of a Director of Corporate Services with an IT focus to join their Senior Management Team.

This pivotal role reports directly to the CEO and encompasses leadership across ICT, Quality & Audit, and Risk Management sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• ICT
• Risk Management
• Leadership
• Strategy
• Governance
• People Management
• Financial Management

Overview:

• Provide strategic oversight and direction for ICT functions, ensuring security, compliance, and effective risk management.
• Develop and review ICT policies and procedures, collaborating with the ICT Senior Manager to align IT strategy with organisational needs.
• Implement and oversee IT systems, ensuring robust security measures and data protection protocols are in place to safeguard against cyber threats.
• Manage comprehensive risk assessments and develop strategies to mitigate potential impacts on the organisation’s goals.
• Provide leadership across the organisation
• Develop and lead strategic developments within your areas in line with the organisation vision and objectives.
• Ensure the organisation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities
• To provide evidence of adherence to best practice
• To maintain awareness of risk and changes in the external environment that may affect the organisation
• Lead the Quality & Audit functions, developing an annual audit plan and acting as an in-house specialist adviser on effective risk management.
• Drive organisational change and efficiency through digitisation and technology enhancements.
• Financial management including budgeting and tender management

Essential Criteria:

• Educated to degree or post graduate standard in an IT related subject
• 5+ years’ experience of leading teams in the ICT or Risk Management areas
• 5+ years’ experience in a senior management role
• Proven leadership experience in managing ICT and corporate services within a large organisation.
• Strong strategic and operational planning abilities, with a track record of implementing successful IT strategies and governance frameworks.
• Expertise in risk management, with the ability to develop and enforce policies and conduct thorough risk assessments.
• Excellent knowledge of data protection laws, including GDPR, and experience in managing IT security and compliance.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and inspire teams across multiple disciplines, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary
• 10% employer pension contribution
• 37 days annual leave
• Health Insurance

To apply for this position, please contact Niall Lennon for a confidential discussion and a full, comprehensive job specification.