SVP of Technology
Location:Stone, Staffordshire (Hybrid working, 2 days in our Stone office)
Status:Permanent, Full Time
Package:Competitive Salary, Flexible Working (with one-off allowance and 2 Days in the office), Development & Opportunity (Personal & Technical), Private Medical (Optical & Dental options), Matching Contributory Pension, 25 Days Leave + Public Holidays + Buy and Sell Scheme, Life Insurance, Referral Scheme, Employee Assistance Program, Benefits Hub.
Why are we hiring a Senior Vice President of Technology?
The SVP of Technology will lead the organization’s technology strategy, vision, and execution, overseeing the entire technology function across all teams. This individual will be responsible for driving innovation, managing tech resources, and ensuring the integration of technological advancements to support business growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage. The SVP of Technology will partner closely with other senior leaders to align technology initiatives with overall business goals.
What are you responsible for?
- Strategic Leadership
- Develop and drive the long-term technology vision and strategy aligned with the company's business goals.
- Lead and shape the future direction of technology, including digital transformation, cloud computing, and AI/ML initiatives.
- Collaborate with the executive team to integrate technology into business processes and product development.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. - Team Management & Development
- Oversee and mentor a high-performing technology team, including engineering, IT, data, and product management.
- Recruit and retain top talent to build strong technical teams.
- Set clear goals, KPIs, and performance metrics for technology departments.
- Promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional growth within the team. - Technology Execution
- Ensure the successful implementation of technology initiatives, from ideation to deployment, across the organization.
- Monitor and optimize the development and delivery of software, platforms, and systems.
- Develop and manage budgets for technology projects and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. - Innovation & Digital Transformation
- Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure the organization remains competitive.
- Lead the adoption of new technologies that enable business growth, such as AI, machine learning, blockchain, and automation.
- Implement scalable and secure solutions to support business continuity and expansion. - Stakeholder Communication
- Act as a trusted advisor to the SVP Clinical Trial Acceleration, Board, and other senior executives on technology-related matters.
- Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
- Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of technology-driven business initiatives. - Operational Excellence
- Oversee the security, scalability, and performance of the organization’s technology infrastructure.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Manage risk and implement disaster recovery strategies to protect against data breaches and system failures.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Deep understanding of software development, cloud architecture, data management, and infrastructure.
- Expertise in emerging technologies and trends in AI, data science, automation, and cybersecurity.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to align technical initiatives with business objectives and deliver measurable results.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
- Ability to manage change in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or MBA is a plus).
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in technology leadership roles.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale technology initiatives and digital transformations.
- Strong experience in managing cross-functional teams, technology budgets, and vendor relationships.
- Knowledge of our Quality Management System and its application to tasks associated with this role.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.#J-18808-Ljbffr
