Head of Platform

Job Title: Head of Platform

Location: London, UK

Hybrid Working: Office presence required two days a week

Salary: £130,000 – £165,000 plus benefits

Company Description:

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for shaping the technological landscape of a dynamic organisation? We are working with a forward-thinking company in the heart of London, seeking a Head of Platform to lead the charge in building the tools to propel our team to new heights. As the Head of the Platform, you will be pivotal in defining and executing our technological strategy. This is a unique opportunity for a visionary leader who wants to make a lasting impact in a hybrid working environment.

Responsibilities:

As the Head of Platform, your mission will be to architect, build, and maintain our organisation’s technological infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the long-term technology strategy in alignment with the company’s goals, ensuring scalability and sustainability.

• Platform Architecture: Design and oversee the implementation of a robust, scalable platform that empowers our teams to excel.

• Tool Development: Lead the development of tools and systems to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and drive innovation within the organisation.

• Team Management: Build and mentor a high-performing platform team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

• Technology Stack: Evaluate, select, and implement the most suitable technologies and frameworks to support our growth and objectives.

• Security and Compliance: Ensure the platform’s security and compliance with industry standards and regulations.

• Cross-functional collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments to understand their needs and integrate technology solutions that facilitate their success.

Requirements:

To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications:

• Proven Leadership: A track record of successful leadership in a technology-focused role, preferably as a Head of Platform or in a similar capacity.

• Strategic Vision: The ability to envision and execute a strategic technology road-map that aligns with business goals.

• Technical Expertise: Strong technical background and understanding of modern technology stacks and architecture.

• Tool Development: Experience in developing and implementing tools and systems to optimise work-flows and enhance productivity.

• Team Building: Proven ability to build, mentor, and lead high-performing technology teams.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Adaptability: The agility to adapt to a rapidly changing technology landscape and identify emerging trends.