IT&D Director, Global Technology & Infrastructure Operations, Essential Home

We are Vestacy

IT&D

In IT&D, you'll be a force for good, whether you're championing cyber security, defining how we harness the power of technology to improve our business, or working with data to guide the innovation of consumer loved products. 
 
Working globally across functions, you'll own your projects and process from start to finish, with the influence and visibility to achieve what needs to be done. And if you're willing to bring your ideas to the table, you'll get the support and investment to make them happen.

About the role

A unique opportunity for a motivated self-starter to lead and shape the Vestacy IT & Digital function on a global scale. As the Global Director of Technology and Infrastructure Operations, you will have the chance to radically simplify the technology landscape by designing and building a greenfield technology stack from the ground up, creating the foundations for the future of this business.

You will build a lean, senior, and highly capable team, while fostering strong, long-term partnerships with leading technology vendors to ensure sustained success. This role is part of an exceptionally strong and dynamic leadership team and offers tremendous personal and professional growth.

Your responsibilities

• Strategy and Execution: Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy that supports Essential Home’s business goals and drives digital transformation across all functions.
• Global IT operations management: Oversee the management of global IT operations ensuring reliability, efficiency and resilience of all technology platforms and infrastructure.
• Technical oversight: Oversee the design and implementation of the technical architecture and infrastructure to ensure scalability, efficiency and resilience of Essential Home applications and systems. Essential Home technology is Microsoft/Azure heavy.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a diverse team of IT & Digital professionals, fostering a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Building strong partnerships: Internally working closely with other senior executives to integrate technology initiatives with business strategies, ensuring seamless operational execution. Externally establishing and maintaining strong relationships with technology vendors; stay up-to-date with latest technologies and innovations that could benefit the company.
• Continuity management: Prepares the organization to withstand and recover from outages, minimizing downtime and safeguarding operational continuity.
• Budget Management: Ensuring cost-effective investments and tracking of spend. Continuously look for opportunities to save and reinvest in new technology.

The experience we're looking for

• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, efficient, and secure IT infrastructure and enterprise systems, with a focus on simplicity and future scalability.
• A track record of driving digital transformation through innovative technology solutions, preferably in a greenfield or high-growth environment.
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with the Microsoft ecosystem: M365, Flow, Intune, Power Platform, etc.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including architecture, deployment, security, and optimizing cloud-based solutions. Experience with MuleSoft and ServiceNow would help.
• Experience in developing and managing strong, strategic partnerships with technology vendors, ensuring alignment with business goals and maximizing value from external providers.
• Demonstrated success in integrating diverse systems and applications into a cohesive and functional technology ecosystem, with a focus on interoperability and efficiency.
• Awareness and understanding of emerging technologies, including AI, IoT, and automation, with the ability to evaluate and implement these in partnership with the rest of the IT&D LT

The successful Candidate

• You know your stuff: You have a strong technical background and proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level technology solutions.
• You are a creator: You act with urgency to deliver results, while building foundations for long-term growth.
• You are laser focused on results: You take accountability for your actions and ensure measurable outcomes.
• You have a founder’s mentality: Agile, entrepreneurial, and owning decisions and their impacts. You thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• You create and nurture an inclusive and thriving workplace, you lead with care for others, fostering collaboration and mutual respect.
• You have experience in working in a large matrixed CPG organization (regional, global, cross-functional) and you are comfortable with a high exposure role in the IT & Digital Senior Leadership Team.

What we offer

We believe great work deserves great rewards. That’s why we offer numerous local benefits and global benefits designed to help you grow and thrive, such as career mobility opportunities, a referral program, access to our online learning academy, mental wellbeing support, and short-term bonus incentives. 

Equality

We believe the best teams are built like great homes: on strong foundations and room to grow. That’s why we hire for potential as well as experience. If you resonate with our purpose, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t tick every box. We’re committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of age, ability, background, identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Together, we create a space where everyone can thrive.