Technology Data Delivery Director
Technology Data Delivery Director
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Job Description
Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless investigative journalism and holds power to account. Our team of awardwinning journalists cuttingedge commercial professionals and industryleading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development with a focus on training growth and fostering an inclusive culture.
Were now looking for aTechnology & Data Delivery Directorto lead and execute medium to largescale tech transformation initiatives aligning technology with our goals to drive efficiency innovation and competitive advantage.
Youll spearhead the modernization of our technology infrastructure and digital capabilities leveraging emerging technologies to enhance content production distribution and audience engagement by commissioning safe and secure tech platforms and new technologies
About the Role
- Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure tech initiatives support business growth and operational efficiency.
- Execute and enhance the technology transformation strategy aligned with our strategy of being more global more digital and more reader funded.
- Oversee the migration of legacy systems to modern platforms (cloud SaaS AIdriven solutions).
- Lead crossfunctional teams to deliver transformation programs on time and within budget.
- Enhance change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new tech processes and systems.
- Partner with business leaders ExCo and wider tech teams plus external vendors to align technology initiatives with business needs.
- Manage tech transformation budgets 10m 15m) ensuring costeffective investments in technology.
About You
- The ideal candidate will have experience in executing secure digital transformation within the media industry driving innovation across cloud computing AI and automation to support business growth.
- Proven track record of successfully managing largescale tech and data transformation projects.
- Experience in working on transformative projects related (but not exhaustive) to cloud computing enterprise applications and emerging technologies.
- Strong knowledge of tech governance compliance and risk management frameworks desirable within the media sector
- Experience with Agile DevOps and IT service management (ITSM) methodologies.
- Experience in tech leadership roles with a focus on digital transformation in the media entertainment or other related industries.
You can find the full job descriptionhere.
We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve where our people have equal access to career development opportunities their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.
How to Apply
To apply please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why youd love to take on this role and why youre a great match for what were looking for.
We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AIassisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.
The closing date for applications isWednesday 23rd April 2025.
All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.
Benefits & Policies at the Guardian
We offer 30 days annual leave per annum plus an additional 5 day holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5 then we will contribute 812 (depending on your age). We believe in giving back which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.
You are entitled to life cover income protection private healthcare sick pay and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.
We have enhanced maternity paternity adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF menopause baby loss and trans equality policy.
Culture & Wellbeing
We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.
We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.
Learning & Development
We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.
Our Working Environment
We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast lunch and dinner with views overlooking Regents Canal.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
