Berwick Partners

Head of IT, Devonshire Group Location: Bakewell, Derbyshire, East Midlands (Hybrid working) Salary: Competitive base salary plus car allowance and benefits. A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a pragmatic, collaborative IT leader to join the Devonshire Group. We are a unique organisation encompassing heritage, hospitality, property, and charitable enterprises. We operate well-known and loved venues such as Chatsworth House and Bolton Abbey. We are about to embark on a journey to modernise and transform our technology landscape and are seeking a Head of IT to lead the development and delivery of a progressive, Group-wide IT strategy and roadmap of IT change. This is not a traditional IT role. It demands a leader who is curious, grounded, and energised by the challenge of applying the power of digital to a diverse and values-driven organisation. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment, with the opportunity to create a technology roadmap which will enhance the digital experience of our colleagues and guests, whilst helping build-in operational efficiency and resilience across our organisation. About the Devonshire Group The Devonshire Group brings together the charities, businesses and estates in the care of the Devonshire family, including Chatsworth in Derbyshire, Bolton Abbey in Yorkshire, Lismore in Ireland, and Compton in Sussex. Our enterprises span heritage attractions, retail, food and drink, accommodation, property development, farming, and forestry. We employ over 1,400 people and are committed to careful stewardship, shared value, and long-term thinking. The Role Develop and deliver a Group-wide IT strategy and systems roadmap that is aligned with our values and strategic ambitions. Lead the subsequent evolution of our systems architecture and technology landscape to deliver a seamless IT customer experience. Collaborate right across the Group building positive relationships with a wide and varied network of stakeholders, ranging from shop floor to the boardroom. Build a culture of digital maturity and tech-enabled engagement which supports both operational excellence and customer experience. Inspire and lead the IT team, fostering a culture of ongoing professional development, customer-centricity and a pragmatic, repeatable approach to the delivery of change. The Candidate Pragmatic, down to earth and outcome focused, you will be a confident communicator and relationship builder, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation. You'll bring a pedigree of delivering IT systems and services in fast-paced, customer-driven settings such as retail, hospitality or other tech-reliant, B2C sectors. You will also have a track record of devising and delivering customer centred IT change and have created a business-aligned IT strategy. You should be a collaborative, enthusing leader with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams and shaping customer focused cultures. How to Apply To explore this transformational opportunity, please contact Alex Richardson, Partner & Head of IT & Digital Leadership Practice at Berwick Partners: (0) / (0) Closing Date: Sunday 28th September at 23:45pm

Head of IT, Devonshire Group Location: Bakewell, Derbyshire, East Midlands (Hybrid working) Salary: Competitive base salary plus car allowance and benefits. A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a pragmatic, collaborative IT leader to join the Devonshire Group. We are a unique organisation encompassing heritage, hospitality, property, and charitable enterprises. We operate well-known and loved venues such as Chatsworth House and Bolton Abbey. We are about to embark on a journey to modernise and transform our technology landscape and are seeking a Head of IT to lead the development and delivery of a progressive, Group-wide IT strategy and roadmap of IT change. This is not a traditional IT role. It demands a leader who is curious, grounded, and energised by the challenge of applying the power of digital to a diverse and values-driven organisation. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment, with the opportunity to create a technology roadmap which will enhance the digital experience of our colleagues and guests, whilst helping build-in operational efficiency and resilience across our organisation. About the Devonshire Group The Devonshire Group brings together the charities, businesses and estates in the care of the Devonshire family, including Chatsworth in Derbyshire, Bolton Abbey in Yorkshire, Lismore in Ireland, and Compton in Sussex. Our enterprises span heritage attractions, retail, food and drink, accommodation, property development, farming, and forestry. We employ over 1,400 people and are committed to careful stewardship, shared value, and long-term thinking. The Role Develop and deliver a Group-wide IT strategy and systems roadmap that is aligned with our values and strategic ambitions. Lead the subsequent evolution of our systems architecture and technology landscape to deliver a seamless IT customer experience. Collaborate right across the Group building positive relationships with a wide and varied network of stakeholders, ranging from shop floor to the boardroom. Build a culture of digital maturity and tech-enabled engagement which supports both operational excellence and customer experience. Inspire and lead the IT team, fostering a culture of ongoing professional development, customer-centricity and a pragmatic, repeatable approach to the delivery of change. The Candidate Pragmatic, down to earth and outcome focused, you will be a confident communicator and relationship builder, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation. You'll bring a pedigree of delivering IT systems and services in fast-paced, customer-driven settings such as retail, hospitality or other tech-reliant, B2C sectors. You will also have a track record of devising and delivering customer centred IT change and have created a business-aligned IT strategy. You should be a collaborative, enthusing leader with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams and shaping customer focused cultures. How to Apply To explore this transformational opportunity, please contact Alex Richardson, Partner & Head of IT & Digital Leadership Practice at Berwick Partners: (0) / (0) Closing Date: Sunday 28th September at 23:45pm

Head of IT, Devonshire Group Location: Bakewell, Derbyshire, East Midlands (Hybrid working) Salary: Competitive base salary plus car allowance and benefits. A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a pragmatic, collaborative IT leader to join the Devonshire Group. We are a unique organisation encompassing heritage, hospitality, property, and charitable enterprises. We operate well-known and loved venues such as Chatsworth House and Bolton Abbey. We are about to embark on a journey to modernise and transform our technology landscape and are seeking a Head of IT to lead the development and delivery of a progressive, Group-wide IT strategy and roadmap of IT change. This is not a traditional IT role. It demands a leader who is curious, grounded, and energised by the challenge of applying the power of digital to a diverse and values-driven organisation. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment, with the opportunity to create a technology roadmap which will enhance the digital experience of our colleagues and guests, whilst helping build-in operational efficiency and resilience across our organisation. About the Devonshire Group The Devonshire Group brings together the charities, businesses and estates in the care of the Devonshire family, including Chatsworth in Derbyshire, Bolton Abbey in Yorkshire, Lismore in Ireland, and Compton in Sussex. Our enterprises span heritage attractions, retail, food and drink, accommodation, property development, farming, and forestry. We employ over 1,400 people and are committed to careful stewardship, shared value, and long-term thinking. The Role Develop and deliver a Group-wide IT strategy and systems roadmap that is aligned with our values and strategic ambitions. Lead the subsequent evolution of our systems architecture and technology landscape to deliver a seamless IT customer experience. Collaborate right across the Group building positive relationships with a wide and varied network of stakeholders, ranging from shop floor to the boardroom. Build a culture of digital maturity and tech-enabled engagement which supports both operational excellence and customer experience. Inspire and lead the IT team, fostering a culture of ongoing professional development, customer-centricity and a pragmatic, repeatable approach to the delivery of change. The Candidate Pragmatic, down to earth and outcome focused, you will be a confident communicator and relationship builder, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels of an organisation. You'll bring a pedigree of delivering IT systems and services in fast-paced, customer-driven settings such as retail, hospitality or other tech-reliant, B2C sectors. You will also have a track record of devising and delivering customer centred IT change and have created a business-aligned IT strategy. You should be a collaborative, enthusing leader with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams and shaping customer focused cultures. How to Apply To explore this transformational opportunity, please contact Alex Richardson, Partner & Head of IT & Digital Leadership Practice at Berwick Partners: (0) / (0) Closing Date: Sunday 28th September at 23:45pm

We are the Environment Agency. We protect and improve the environment. Acting to reduce the impacts of a changing climate on people and wildlife is at the heart of everything we do. We reduce the risks to people, properties and businesses from flooding and coastal erosion. We protect and improve the quality of water, making sure there is enough for people, businesses, agriculture and the environment. Our work helps to ensure people can enjoy the water environment through angling and navigation. We look after land quality, promote sustainable land management, and help protect and enhance wildlife habitats. We work closely with businesses to help them comply with environmental regulations. The Deputy Director for Engineering and Standards plays a key role in the Environment Agency. This role is accountable for managing and assuring the application of the engineering and asset management data and technical standards. The role is interesting and varied, the Deputy Director leads on external relationships with many of the EA's partners and stakeholders, has a significant impact on England's FCRM, navigation and water infrastructure, and leads the Agency's Asset Management Technical Authority. This is an exciting role for an innovative and technical leader with a passion for utilising their expertise and working across the breadth of engineering disciplines to enhance the country's resilience through effective asset management. Essential criteria: Will have held, or demonstrated the capability to hold, a senior accountable engineering role in a major complex infrastructure or allied safety critical programme. Strong technical experience assuring significant scale programmes of engineering construction as well as maintenance, operation and/or decommissioning. Excellent stakeholder (both internal and external) management skills with strong customer management and persuasion skills An in-depth understanding of the UK legislative and policy environment relating to asset management. Significant experience of managing and/or influencing governance. Experience of strategic oversight and contextual technical support and leadership on innovative/sensitive/ contentious multi discipline-technical and engineering principles. A proven track record in confidently communicating technical ideas to any audience. Recognition as a role model in the strategic leadership of multi-disciplinary standards, safety and the environment. Educational Requirements: Degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (e.g. civil, infrastructure, mechanical, or electrical engineering (BEng/BSc or MEng), with further learning to Master's level as required for Chartered Engineer registration under UK-SPEC. Professional Qualification Requirements: Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, (completion of accredited qualifications and professional development under UK-SPEC) or equivalent professional registration from an internationally recognised engineering body. Desirable criteria: Institute of Asset Management Diploma or equivalent. Status of a Fellow of an Engineering Institution. Understanding of reservoirs, bridges and land drainage law. Location: National, any EA office Grade Rate: £81,000 Candidates will have the opportunity to find out more about the role as there will be a virtual briefing session on Friday, 29 th Aug from 10-11 am. Invitations can be acquired by emailing: Please note that this is not part of the formal assessment process; it is intended to give candidates the opportunity to learn more about the appointment and the Environment Agency. The deadline for applications is: Sunday 14 th September at 23:59 pm Please download the candidate brief for further information on the role and how to apply.