Head of IT

Are you an IT leader keen to support the use of technology in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation?

The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) is looking for a Head of Information Technology (IT) who can be both a visionary and a hands-on business partner, helping us navigate the exciting challenge of integrating new platforms with legacy systems.

In this high impact role, you ll lead a diverse and evolving IT ecosystem to support double-digit membership growth, while continuing to leverage legacy systems that meet unique business needs. You ll be responsible for delivering a secure, efficient, and user-focused IT environment that supports our strategic goals.

If you re a business-facing IT professional who puts users first and thrives on solving complex challenges with smart, proportionate solutions we d love to hear from you.

What you ll do:

• Lead the delivery of our IT strategy, ensuring our investments deliver tangible benefits for balancing innovation with operational stability.
• Advise stakeholders on tech solutions that support business goals and improve user experience.
• Manage a mix of in-house and outsourced services, ensuring value and efficiency.
• Oversee vendor relationships, procurement, and IT change processes.
• Ensure robust risk management, including cyber security, data protection, and business continuity.
• Inspire, develop and performance manage a high-performing IT team to deliver excellent service.

What you ll need:

• Strong understanding of enterprise technology solutions in a digital world.
• Skilled leader and staff manager, able to bring together, motivate, co-ordinate and develop a team effectively.
• Experience of setting, agreeing and implementing operational plans for a similar sized organisation encompassing the whole of IT.
• Knowledge and experience of project management theories and systems.
• Strong analytical and evaluative skills to grasp and convey the solutions to problems clearly to different audiences.

This is more than a tech leadership role it s a chance to make a real difference in how we serve our members and stakeholders. You ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, innovation, and impact.

Why join us?

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme