Head of Technology Service & Solutions overseeing technology estate for Trinny London. Leading innovation in technology with an emphasis on AI and collaboration with partners.
Responsibilities
You will be accountable for the selection, technical delivery and stability of Trinny London technology estate.
Provide leadership and governance across technology suppliers and their delivery, ensuring adherence to technology standards and engineering SLAs
Support the definition and delivery of technology strategy in partnership with the Technology & Transformation Director
Act as Chief Engineer: Work in collaboration with our outsource partner on a day to day basis to find the best technology solutions to meet business needs and resolve problems
Lead on solution selection with the support of dedicated architecture resource when needed
Ensure a cost effective, secure and flexible architecture is built and maintained
Procurement support for technical aspects of vendor selection, ensuring alignment with technical strategy, security requirements, internal systems and processes
Develop AI strategy and roadmap for the business
Identify, evaluate and support adoption of AI process optimisations to deliver value across all business departments
Provide hands on support to users to enable them to make the most of Ai tools
Create an AI-first culture and community that supports and empowers teams to continuously improve their processes and business outcomes through the use of AI
Drive staff adoption and competency in AI through training, best practices and tooling
Identify and maximise use of AI capabilities within existing technology partners to achieve cost savings and improved performance.
Work with our Engineering and App Support teams to harness Ai to make our development better and quicker.
Own service delivery standards across technology function, managing the Service Delivery Manager
Drive continuous improvements in technology operations and end-user experience
Drive down the TCO of our technology estate
Ensure robust security posture, processes and staff training
Leadership of EUC and App Support
Ensure supplier performance across third party application support and monitoring
Drive towards better monitoring and proactive avoidance of issues
Requirements
A strong Engineering background with evidence of close collaboration with Architecture and Operations teams
Proven experience in a retail environment, including e-commerce, digital platforms and in-store technology. (All essential)
A track record of successfully driving innovation and adoption of new technology
Deep understanding of AI and its growing application in business
A passion for technology innovation, in particular AI
Significant experience of working with and managing outsourced technology providers
Knowledge of cloud platforms, SaaS solutions, system integration, microservices and modern data platforms
Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices, data privacy, and regulatory compliance
Understanding and experience of best practice service desk and application support management
A service-oriented culture and empathy with the needs of business users of technology
Experience in operational technology management and aptitude for responding reactively to operational needs
Confidence in discussing technical approaches with developers, while also being able to communicate clearly with non-technical stakeholders
Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on involvement
Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic and business-focused mindset
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing organisation
Proactive and energetic with a can-do, solution-focused attitude
We love to hear from anybody interested in Trinny London! Although it’s useful to have the skills listed above, we’re always eager to hear from ambitious people looking for their next challenge.
Benefits
Hybrid and flexible working, with core working hours
25 days holiday (we're also partial to a handful of spontaneous and well-earned Wellbeing Days throughout the year, as well as Early Finish Fridays and Summer Fridays)
Welcome to Trinny London Starter Stack and swag
Your Beauty Wallet: You'll receive a £500 annual product allowance to explore and enjoy our full range of Trinny London products
Company discount for yourself, your friends, and family
Vitality health scheme, EAP and Medicash (including dental, optical & audiological care)
An annual personal training and development budget
Enhanced family friendly packages
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
T-Parties = many office socials as well as summer and festive celebrations!
Rewards and Recognition Scheme (awarding length of service with gifts, vouchers and additional annual leave)
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