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Head of IT / IT Director Location: West Yorkshire with hybrid working flexibilityPermanent Competitive salary and benefits £60k basic salary and quarterly bonus, plus shares within the business after 12 months of employment!Reporting to: Managing Director Please note this role may require travel to the south of the UK once or twice a quarter- all expenses covered About the Opportunity Axon Moore is pleased to be representing a progressive business in the search for a Head of IT / IT Director .This is a newly created senior leadership role where you will take responsibility for shaping the IT strategy and leading a programme of digital transformation across a multi-site UK organisation. Reporting directly to the board, you will have both strategic influence and day-to-day responsibility, with the chance to deliver real change and impact.This position will suit either an experienced IT Manager ready to step up into board-level leadership, or an established IT leader seeking a role where they can make a significant difference. The Role As Head of IT / IT Director, your key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering the IT roadmap in line with business strategy Overseeing ERP, CRM, data, infrastructure and digital platforms across the group Managing the upgrade to a modern cloud-based ERP system Optimising Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM and supporting adoption across teams Delivering automation and technology-led solutions to improve efficiency and service Managing company data, BI tools and management reporting Leading, developing and mentoring the IT team across multiple sites Overseeing suppliers, budgets and IT projects Driving IT security, GDPR and compliance standards About You We are looking for a commercially minded IT professional who combines strategic vision with hands-on capability. Essential experience Proven track record as an IT Manager, IT Lead or IT Director Strong knowledge of ERP systems (CODAS desirable but not essential) Experience managing Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM Understanding of databases, BI and reporting tools Practical experience with infrastructure, cloud and IT security Strong people leadership skills and supplier management experience Sound knowledge of IT compliance and GDPR Demonstrable success in process automation and workflow improvements Desirable Experience leading system upgrades or cloud migrations Familiarity with automation or data-driven solutions to improve operations Industry knowledge in logistics, distribution or a related field Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity offering: A senior IT leadership role with genuine influence at board level and shares in the business The chance to lead exciting transformation projects across the business A collaborative and people-focused culture where innovation is encouraged Hybrid working with flexibility A competitive salary and great benefits package Holidays 25 days plus Bank Holidays Next Steps If you are an ambitious IT leader looking for your next challenge, we would be delighted to hear from you.Please apply now or contact Axon Moore in confidence for further details.IND1

Senior Developer and CRM Support The International Institute for Strategic Studies is one of the world’s leading think tanks and the foremost authority on strategic and military capability globally. We are looking to recruit a developer into a new role in our IT Department. Reporting to the Technical Project Manager and working closely with the Head of IT this new role will work with an existing member of the team supporting and enhancing our CRM (Dynamics 365) in addition to small development projects working with senior staff, digital and graphics teams to deliver a range of time critical tactical projects to enhance the work of our research community.   In the coming months the IISS will be moving a number of business processes onto the CRM platform and starting to plan the migration to Dynamics 365 Online. In addition, you will be expected to work on smaller projects including the creation of web based data driven dynamic visualisations to support IISS digital publications or events, data capture from 3rd party websites using existing APIs or screen scraping techniques and the manipulation of data and statistical analysis.  Advanced or Intermediate knowledge of the following products is mandatory:   Microsoft Dynamics CRM 365 (Administration, Configuration and Customization) Web Development – HTML, CSS and Javascript At least one scripting language such Python / Powershell  Preference will be given to candidates who are able to demonstrate knowledge of a broad range of tools and techniques and the ability to quickly identify the most appropriate approach to quickly deliver solutions for business problems. Specific technologies that would be advantageous include: Javascript Visualization frameworks such as Plotify.js / Highcharts Javascript Mapping frameworks such as Leaflet / Mapbox Microsoft Office 365 – Power BI, Flow, Powerapps We are looking for someone with a positive, can-do approach, a problem solver with excellent communication, prioritisation and time management skills.  Additionally, we would like this person to be experienced and a self-starter.  International travel may occasionally be required as part of the role. Salary will commensurate with skills and experience, plus full benefits package. Technical training on specific skills may be available for exceptional candidates.  Please apply by email to hr@iiss.org   by 31st August 2018, attaching your CV and covering letter outlining your experience and suitability.   Selected candidates will be invited for an interview which will include technical tests. We apologise that due to expected volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will receive a reply.  Only candidates who already possess the right to work in the United Kingdom should apply.