IT Director in United Kingdom

What is an IT director?

An IT director ensures that the business has the technology it needs to meet customer needs and business objectives. They connect the C-suite and the IT team, keeping strategy in alignment with business goals. They continually assess business IT systems, as well as overseeing budgets, relationships with third party suppliers/consultants and the smooth running of operations connected with the business’ IT systems.

It director job description and responsibilities

Professionals within this role are responsible for software and information across the entire organisation. They manage all IT staff, as well as liaising with senior business leaders and external consultants and providers.

IT director responsibilities include:

Determining business requirements for IT systems

Identifying new technology to benefit the business

Maintaining and assessing all business storage, software and hardware

Developing the business’ technology strategy IT budget and cost control

Liaising with senior business stakeholders

Using technology to manage business risk and to uphold compliance

Supplier negotiation

Strategy and planning

IT director qualifications, skills and experience

IT professionals hoping to reach director level should have a degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or any related subject. Employers will also be looking for some of the following technical skills and experience when hiring for the role:

Experience with methodologies like PRINCE2, ITIL, Scrum and Agile

EMR or EHR systems experience

Project management skills

5+ years’ management experience within an IT environment

Other skills needed for the role are:

Strong intrapersonal skills

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Excellent written and verbal communication

Senior IT professionals will also be expected to keep on top of current and emergent IT technology trends and predictions.

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Salary for IT Director in United Kingdom

81750 - 116500

25th percentile

81750

The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.

50th percentile

96000

The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.

75th percentile

116500

The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills, and may have specialised qualifications.

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