Head of IT Delivery

Job Description

About the RoleReporting to the IT Services Director, the Head of IT Delivery is responsible for providing effective leadership and oversight of IT projects and initiatives, through good practice governance aligned with the Enterprise Change framework and methodology.Drive the delivery of key IT capability uplift and the targeted organizational benefits and manage interdependencies, risks, issues and financial performance of all Technology initiatives. You will be responsible for the modernization of deployment practices(Change, Release and Transition management) to deliver a flexible, standards-based approach to implementation.About YouWith strong leadership skills and the confidence to challenge effectively at all levels you will have substantial experience of leading, managing and delivering large scale IT programmes of change.Experience of supporting business areas, providing challenge and guidance whilst working with third parties and external stakeholders.You will have the ability to take complex requirements and develop a coherent change programme so Programme and Project Management methodologies and techniques are desirable. Substantial experience of leading, managing and delivering large scale IT programmesof change is also essential.About UsNewcastle Strategic Solutions is the UKs leading savings management platform and one of the North Easts most established and successful FinTechs! We provide savings management and technology services for new challenger banks and established providers acrossthe UK. Our work has earned us an enviable reputation in the market as the best at what we do.As part of Newcastle Building Society you will be working in an exciting, friendly and fast-paced workplace, with amazing opportunities for self-development and career progression where you can realise your potential and do your best work.As an inclusive employer and a member owned mutual, we aim to reflect the communities we serve in order to drive the right colleague, customer and business outcomes. We encourage applications from candidates from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences,providing the diversity of thought required to constructively challenge and drive innovation.For full details along with a comprehensive breakdown of what were looking for, please download the role profile.What do you get in return As well as receiving a competitive annual salary based on above-market pay scales, our reward package includes:

• A 35-hour weekly contract + flexible working options
• 30 days holiday each year plus bank holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Pension scheme
• Car Allowance
• Life assurance and income protection
• Access to a range of wellbeing benefits
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Above statutory family leave entitlement
• The option to buy extra holidays
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• A broad range of learning and development opportunities
• Hybrid working - we welcome any discussions around where, how and when people work including part-time hours.

We have refreshed our approach to recruitment and have outlined a new process of remote selection and on boarding. Upon starting a new role with us, we will ensure you are equipped with the correct tools and technologies to enable you to do your best work within your hybrid arrangement.