Business Technology Lead

An establishedand highly successful Northern Ireland business is seeking a Business Technology Lead to drive digital.transformation across multiple business functions and help shape the next phase.of its growth.
This is a newlycreated role offering a unique opportunity to work directly with seniorleadership, including the Managing Director, Finance Director and TechnologyDirector, to identify opportunities for improvement, modernise processes andmaximise the value of technology across the organisation.
Initially, yourfocus will be on delivering tangible business improvements across 5-6 keyfunctions. Over time, the role is expected to evolve into a broader technologyleadership position, providing significant scope to influence strategy, buildcapability and shape the future direction of technology within the business.
The Opportunity
You will act asthe bridge between business operations and technology, working closely withdepartmental leaders to understand challenges, identify opportunities anddeliver transformation initiatives that improve efficiency, customer experienceand commercial outcomes.
Rather thanbuilding technology solutions yourself, you will focus on setting priorities,coordinating stakeholders, managing delivery partners and ensuring investmentsgenerate measurable business value.
Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for improvement and transformation.
• You will work with senior leaders to identify where technology can remove friction, improve efficiency and support future growth, then drive some initiatives through to delivery.
• Evaluate emergingtechnologies, including AI and automation, and assess their practical business application.
• Develop business case, measure benefits and prioritise investment opportunities.
• Support the leadership team with technology and transformation planning.
• Help define the futuretechnology operating model and long-term strategy

About You
We're interestedin people who combine strong commercial awareness with experience leadingchange and transformation programmes.
You may currentlybe working as a:

• Digital TransformationLead
• Business Transformation Manager
• Technology Business Partner
• Head of Business Systems
• Change & Transformation Manager
• Business Improvement Manager
• Digital Programme Manager

You'll likelybring:

• Experience leading business transformation or digital change initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Experience improving processes, systems and ways of working across multiple business functions.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to build business cases and demonstrate ROI.
• Experience working with third-party technology providers and delivery partners.
• Knowledge of CRM, ERP, data, reporting, automation or business technology platforms.
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach with a focus on delivering outcomes.

Why Apply?

• Newly created role with significant visibility and influence.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
• Opportunity to shape the technology and transformation agenda.
• Clear progression towards a broader technology leadership position.
• Varied role spanningpeople, process, technology and business strategy.
• Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000 plus benefits.

If you enjoy driving meaningful change, influencingsenior stakeholders and helping businesses realise the full value oftechnology, we'd love to hear from you

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