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Director of Information Technology, Salary circa £100k + Benefits Location: Southbank Centre, London Hybrid working : 3 days per week on site Reports to: Chief Operating Officer About Southbank Centre Southbank Centre is Europe's largest arts centre and the UK's fifth most visited attraction, occupying an 11-acre site in London's vibrant cultural quarter on the South Bank of the Thames. As a charity, we are committed to being bold, innovative, and relevant-creating spaces where artists and audiences come together to experience extraordinary work. We welcome applications from everyone. By attracting people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives, we continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. About the Role We are seeking a Director of Information Technology to lead our IT strategy and operations, driving innovation and efficiency across the organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role for a proven technologist who thrives on both strategic vision and practical implementation. You will lead a high performing IT team, manage budgets, and ensure our technology investments deliver maximum impact. From optimising enterprise systems to integrating emerging technologies, you will play a key role in future-proofing Southbank Centre and enabling our three strategic pillars: Developing our estate as a local and global cultural destination. Building an engine of creativity-connecting artists and audiences, supporting wellbeing through the arts. Fostering a resilient, diverse, and skilled workforce to sustain and grow income streams. Key Responsibilities IT Leadership: Develop and implement a long-term IT strategy aligned with our organisational goals. Cybersecurity & Risk: Ensure best-practice cybersecurity across systems and infrastructure. Enterprise Architecture: Oversee IT services, platforms, and infrastructure for scalability and optimisation. Innovation: Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies such as AI to future-ready our IT environment. Data Governance: Lead data access and usage evolution while ensuring compliance with GDPR. Team & Budget Management: Mentor and motivate IT professionals and manage operational/capital budgets effectively. What We're Looking For Expertise in enterprise architecture design and system optimisation across a variety of sectors. Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and cloud platforms . Experience in data analytics , BI tools, and governance. A credible technology leader, with the ability to mentor and empower technical teams. Excellent communication skills to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. Knowledge of AI applications and ability to advise on emerging tech trends. Working knowledge of Google workspace is essential. Why Join Us? As well as working at one of London's most exciting cultural destinations, you'll enjoy: Generous pension contributions (up to 9%) from day one. 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with buy/sell options. Enhanced sick pay and family leave benefits. Discounts at onsite retail, food, and beverage vendors. Staff ticket offers and free entry to Hayward Gallery. Reciprocal discounts with other cultural organisations. Free yoga sessions and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme. Ready to lead technology innovation at Southbank Centre? Apply now and help us shape the future of arts and culture - For more information on this exciting opportunity, please contact Grace Tattersall at or (0) or Elyse Turner-Pearce at or (0) .

About The Role: The Crowd are partnered with a top tier, global design practice, they are seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist to join their team on a permanent basis in their London office. In this pivotal role at the intersection of marketing, business development, and bids, you'll help shape the practice's narrative and drive growth. Working alongside the Senior Marketing Manager, you'll create strategic, visually compelling materials, from persuasive bids and proposals to impactful marketing collateral that showcases the practice's quality and ambition. As part of a tight-knit and collaborative team, you'll work closely with our client's international offices, turning complex project information into clear, engaging, and beautifully presented content. With a global portfolio and strong Middle East presence, Arabic language skills would be highly advantageous. Seize this opportunity to join a leading name in the industry that foster a strong, team orientated culture. Offering a host of great benefits such as hybrid/flexible working, medical/dental cover, paid study leave, opportunities to work from abroad and more! Key Responsibilities: Lead the preparation of proposals (outlining, scheduling, writing, and coordinating content) Produce high-quality marketing materials aligned with studio brand and strategic goals Conduct research into market sectors, opportunities and potential clients Work with senior leaders to shape marketing approach Represent the practice at industry events, fostering new business relationships Mentor junior marketing team members, supporting training and development Help ensure compliance and risk mitigation across marketing activity Key Skills/Requirements: 5+ years' experience in a similar role within AED industry Strong writing, editing, and visual communication capability Strong project management skills, able to manage multiple deadlines Confident working with senior leadership and cross-disciplinary teams Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace Excellent communication skills with client facing experience Passion for architecture, design, and the built environment Fluency in Arabic desirable To apply for this position please click on the apply button to attach your CV (and portfolio for design positions). By applying for this role, you are confirming that you agree to our Privacy Policy (full details are shown at the bottom of our website), and that all details submitted by you are correct and to the best of your knowledge. The Crowd is an equal opportunities employer and agency.