Senior Technical Manager - Head of Role
Morgan McKinley is partnering with a Transforming Organisation to recruit a Senior Technical Manager - Head of role.
The Role and Responsibilities
This senior technical role involves supporting the development and execution of a cloud services strategy under new legislation. You will provide expert guidance to senior management on both technical and commercial aspects of cloud services, ensuring the organisation is fully prepared for emerging regulatory responsibilities. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders across the sector. Your leadership will be instrumental in building a high-performing and technically proficient team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Technical and Strategic Leadership
o Provide expert advice on compliance/governance and upcoming regulation.
o Develop and execute strategies to prepare the organisation for new regulatory responsibilities related to cloud services and other digital functions.
* Team Development and Management
o Build and lead a team of cloud and data experts to provide technical support and oversight for emerging regulatory requirements.
o Oversee the procurement, management, and governance of external consultants, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and frameworks.
* Stakeholder Management
o Represent the organisation at national and international technical forums.
o Build collaborative networks with key players in the cloud sector and regulatory bodies.
* Technical Regulatory Expertise/Knowledge
o Monitor and evaluate emerging policies/legislation related to cloud services.
o Align strategies with European directives and legislative initiatives to ensure regulatory coherence and compliance.
Qualifications and Experience Required
To be successful in this role, you must have:
* An honours degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or significant relevant experience in cloud architecture.
* Extensive experience in cloud infrastructure, data governance, and cloud services operations, with a deep understanding of technical, security, and compliance requirements.
* Experience in advising senior management on technical and commercial aspects of cloud services, with a strong focus on developing and implementing IT strategies that align with evolving technologies.
* Strong engagement and collaboration skills with a proven track record in representing organisations at national and international forums.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
A strong background in working within or alongside regulatory bodies, with a solid understanding of European cloud services regulations, data privacy laws, and the evolving EU regulatory landscape, particularly under the Data Act, is highly desirable.
Additionally, experience across multiple cloud environments (such as Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services) would be an asset.