Head of IT & Digital Transformation

About Us

Cambria Group is a leading automotive retail and mobility business operating multiple brands and sites across the UK. Technology is central to our growth, customer experience, and operational excellence.

The Role

This is a hands‑on strategic leadership role responsible for the full IT function across the group, including in‑house software development capability.

You Will:

• Own IT operations, infrastructure, applications, and security
• Lead a small internal development team delivering business‑critical applications
• Drive digital transformation and innovation
• Partner with business leaders to deliver commercial value through technology

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Define and deliver the IT and technology roadmap aligned to business goals
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Board and senior stakeholders
• Lead, mentor, and develop:
  • IT support and infrastructure teams
  • In‑house software development team
• Manage third‑party vendors and technology partners

Software Development & Innovation

• Lead and manage a small team of developers building and supporting internal applications
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of in‑house systems and integrations
• Ensure solutions are:
  • Scalable
  • Secure
  • Well‑architected and documented
• Contribute at a technical level where required (hands‑on leadership)
• Establish development best practices including:
  • Code quality and standards
  • Version control and deployment processes
  • Testing and release management
• Identify opportunities to enhance systems through:
  • Automation
  • AI and intelligent workflows
  • Improved customer and colleague experiences

Operations & Infrastructure

• Ensure high availability and performance of all systems across multiple sites
• Oversee:
  • Microsoft stack (Azure, M365, Entra, Intune)
  • Network, servers, storage, and endpoints
  • IT service management and support delivery
• Maintain robust disaster recovery and business continuity plans

Applications & Systems

• Own and optimise core business systems including:
  • Dealer Management Systems (e.g. Pinewood or similar)
  • CRM / lead management platforms (e.g. ePro or equivalent)
  • Finance and operational systems
• Drive integration between in‑house and third‑party platforms

Data & Reporting

• Lead the development of a modern data and reporting capability
• Oversee:
  • SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, and reporting platforms
  • Data quality, governance, and accessibility
• Enable the business with actionable insights and automation

Cyber Security & Compliance

• Own the organisation’s cyber security posture
• Implement best practices across:
  • Identity and access management
  • Endpoint and network security
  • Monitoring and threat response
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g. GDPR)

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in a Head of IT / IT Manager / IT Director role
• Experience leading software development teams and delivering in‑house applications
• Strong technical background across:
  • Microsoft technologies (Azure, M365, security)
  • Application development environments (e.g. .NET, APIs, integrations)
• Experience in multi‑site environments
• Strong understanding of:
  • Infrastructure & cloud services
  • Data platforms (SQL, reporting)
  • System integration and architecture
• Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills

Desirable

• Experience in automotive retail or multi‑site retail environments
• Exposure to Dealer Management Systems (e.g. Pinewood, Keyloop, etc.)
• Experience with AI, automation, or digital transformation initiatives
• Familiarity with modern development practices (DevOps, CI/CD)

Personal Attributes

• Commercially minded with a strong focus on business value
• Hands‑on technical leader who can bridge development and infrastructure
• Strong leadership and team development capability
• Proactive, forward‑thinking, and innovative
• Comfortable operating at both strategic and technical levels

What Success Looks Like

• Stable, secure, and high‑performing IT environment
• High‑quality, well‑supported in‑house applications delivering business value
• Improved data visibility and decision‑making across the business
• Successful delivery of transformation initiatives

Package

• Competitive salary + bonus
• Company car / allowance
• Additional benefits (pension, holidays, etc.)

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