Head of IT and Digitalisation

About the Position
We are seeking a strategic and innovative Head of IT and Digitalisation to strengthen the technological advancement and scalability and to play an important role in our continued success in the renewable energy sector.

Do you have a passion for leveraging technology and digitalisation to drive business growth? Are you ready to lead a dynamic IT team and shape the digital future within the renewable energy sector?

Read more about the position below.

The Role
As the Head of IT and Digitalisation, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive IT and digitalisation strategy aligned with business objectives and strategic targets. You will lead the IT department, ensuring a seamless and secure IT environment while fostering innovation and driving automation and the use of data analytics and AI where it supports our business goals.

Your core responsibility will be to manage all IT-related issues and opportunities, from strategic planning to operational efficiency, ensuring the alignment of IT initiatives with business goals and a seamless employee experience when it comes to equipment, systems and support. You will work in a fast-paced and highly professional environment, leading a small team of IT professionals who are key to the design, implementation, and operation of the digital infrastructure.

Your Team
You will lead the IT department, a team of 3 skilled professionals dedicated to supporting and advancing the IT and digitalisation efforts. You will report to the Chief Financial Officer and collaborate with various stakeholders across the organisation, ensuring that IT strategies and solutions effectively support the business operations and growth objectives.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading the IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Developing and implementing a comprehensive IT and digitalisation strategy that aligns with business objectives.
• Establishing and enforcing IT governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
• Managing the IT budget, planning, targets, tracking, and forecasting.
• Leading the development of data analytics
• Ensuring the performance and reliability of technology across the company.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Head of IT, or similar leadership role in IT management.
• A master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A strategic mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge across a broad range of technology areas, including infrastructure, networking, security, and systems administration.
• Expertise in data architecture, data governance, and data management.
• In-depth knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in data analytics, AI, and machine learning.
• Experience with regulatory requirements and compliance standards related to technology.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with a track record of motivating and developing teams.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with cloud computing and a solid understanding of the energy sector will be an advantage.

Apply for the Position
At Nordic Solar, you will be at the forefront of the green transition, leveraging technology and digitalisation to drive efficiency and business results. You will have the opportunity to shape the IT landscape of our company, influence the digital transformation, and contribute to our growth and success in the renewable energy sector.

Applicants will be assessed on an ongoing basis. For this position, Recruit IT is handling the recruitment process on behalf of Nordic Solar.

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About Nordic Solar
We are on a mission to make everyone benefit from solar energy. In Nordic Solar we develop, construct, and operate utility-scale solar parks across Europe. We see solar energy as a central player in accelerating the energy transition towards a world powered by renewable energy.

It is our ambition to be among the leading solar energy companies in the Nordics operating across the full value chain. This is where the sun, people and energy make an impact together. We have built a strong organisation with in-house expertise and experience in managing every step on the way from securing land rights and permits over engineering, procurement, and construction to the sale of power. And we are looking for more talented colleagues to join the journey.

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