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London / £100000 - £120000 annum

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Salary
SALARY:

£100000 - £120000

Location

LOCATION

London

Job Type
JOB TYPE

Permanent

Position: Group Technology Director
Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 days remote)
Salary: £120,000

Our client - a global force in online retail and one of the top 10 third-party sellers on Amazon and eBay - is seeking a dynamic Group Technology Director. This is a senior leadership position pivotal to defining IT strategy and shaping the technological direction of a rapidly growing, multi-brand ecommerce organisation.


Role Summary:

As Group Technology Director, you will steer the strategic and operational management of the company's entire technology function. This includes modernising infrastructure, overseeing development teams (both internal and outsourced), and executing complex, high-value technology projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on technology leader with deep expertise in cloud, DevOps, and cybersecurity, complemented by strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute a three-year technology roadmap in line with company objectives

  • Assess and enhance infrastructure and software development frameworks

  • Build, lead, and mentor high-performing technology teams across onshore and offshore locations

  • Oversee IT operations, including governance, security, compliance, and business continuity

  • Drive the delivery of cross-functional, enterprise-level technology projects

  • Manage vendor partnerships and oversee technology budgets

  • Champion continuous improvement and a culture of operational excellence


What We're Looking For:

Essential:

  • 7+ years in software development and senior IT leadership roles

  • 5+ years in a Director-level or Head of Department position

  • Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity

  • Proven experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication

  • Track record of leading transformational change, refining SDLCs, and managing diverse technology teams

Desirable:

  • Background in ecommerce or online marketplace environments

  • Experience with KPI/OKR frameworks and scaling tech in high-growth companies

  • Familiarity with IT best practices across infrastructure, cybersecurity, and vendor governance

CONTACT

Callum Aris

Recruitment Consultant

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