Head of IT

Who we are…  GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Through our data, expert analysis and innovative solutions, we provide intelligence across the world’s largest industries to companies, governments and industry professionals.  Formed in 2016 through the combination of multiple specialist firms, we are now a fully integrated global platform with 3,500+ colleagues across 20+ industries, supporting over 5,000 customers worldwide.  Why join GlobalData?  We are at a pivotal stage of growth, supported by recent investment and ambitious plans. It’s a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where collaboration drives success, and where curious, ambitious individuals can make a real impact as we work towards becoming the world’s most trusted source of strategic industry intelligence.  The role…  As Head of IT, you will lead the strategy, delivery and governance of internal IT across GlobalData. You’ll ensure systems, infrastructure and services are secure, scalable and aligned to business growth.  You will oversee IT operations within a Microsoft ecosystem, strengthen cyber security and data governance, and drive improvements in service management, processes and employee experience. Working cross-functionally, you’ll lead onboarding, systems management, infrastructure expansion and compliance, acting as the central IT leader as the business scales.  What you’ll be doing  Global IT Leadership  Lead and develop international IT teams, fostering a high-performance culture   Establish global IT governance, policies and standards   Act as escalation point for critical IT issues   Manage key vendor and partner relationships   Technology Strategy & Innovation  Assess current technology landscape and identify improvements   Develop and deliver the IT roadmap aligned to business goals   Evaluate and implement new technologies   Own IT budgeting and resource allocation   Project & Change Management  Lead major IT projects, including M&A integration   Oversee global office technology changes (openings, closures, relocations)   Deliver projects on time and within budget   Drive effective change management and adoption   Infrastructure & Operations  Oversee global infrastructure (networks, cloud, end-user systems)   Ensure strong cybersecurity, data protection and compliance   Define and manage SLAs/KPIs   Drive automation and process improvements   Board & Stakeholder Engagement  Present strategy, risks and updates to senior stakeholders   Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders   Build strong cross-functional relationships   Represent IT at leadership level   What we’re looking for…  Proven senior IT leadership experience in a global organisation   Track record leading international teams and large-scale IT programmes (incl. M&A)   Strong commercial acumen and budget ownership   Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills   Deep knowledge of infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity and enterprise systems   Experience managing third-party vendors and partners   Personal Attributes  Strategic and hands-on   Calm, decisive and able to prioritise effectively   Strong leadership and delegation skills   Highly organised with attention to detail   Resilient and adaptable, with a focus on building best-in-class IT capability  In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed)  GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.  #LI-HYBRID #LI-CG1