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Maritime Technology We are partnering with a leading global shipping business to appoint a Digital Technology Director. This is a senior leadership role focused on business-led technology transformation across systems, data, delivery, and operational platforms. The position sits at the intersection of technology and business strategy, with significant exposure to executive leadership and long-term organisational direction. You will act as a key technology voice to the executive team, helping shape technology direction, prioritisation, and delivery across a complex operational environment. The business has undergone significant transformation in recent years and is now entering a critical next phase, with ongoing systems integration, operational modernisation, and increasing focus on data, governance, and delivery maturity. The Role • Lead the technology function across systems, projects, data, and business platforms • Manage senior leadership across architecture, delivery, and data functions • Drive transformation initiatives, including systems integration and legacy modernisation • Bring structure, prioritisation, and governance to a complex evolving technology landscape • Support the development of a stable long-term technology organisation • Engage directly with executive leadership, translating technology into clear business outcomes and strategic direction Candidate Profile • Proven experience leading broad technology or digital functions within complex operational organisations • Strong track record of transformation, delivery, and organisational change • Confident operating at executive level with clear, concise communication • Background in shipping, maritime, logistics, aviation, industrial, or other asset-intensive environments preferred • Comfortable working in-office up to 5 days per week Leadership & Personal Attributes • Calm, resilient, and comfortable operating within fast-moving environments • Able to manage competing priorities and navigate executive stakeholder demands • Strong decision-maker with the confidence to challenge and influence when required • Excellent communicator, capable of simplifying complex topics for non-technical audiences • Credible and commercially aware, with the presence to engage effectively at senior leadership level If you are interested in a role combining transformation, operational complexity, and executive influence within a global shipping environment, please apply or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Digital Technology Director – London Not the right role for you? Register your CV with us to be considered for future opportunities that match your profile. We have been made aware of a company falsely claiming to act on behalf of Spinnaker. We do not recruit for roles onboard ships and would never request payment from candidates. If you are contacted about an opportunity and are unsure of its validity, please get in touch with us so we can confirm if it is genuine. Ethan Tyler Senior Recruitment Consultant Know someone perfect for a role? Refer a candidate to Spinnaker and earn up to £1,000 or donate it to charity. Terms apply. Help us connect talent to opportunity! Find Out More Job has been added to your shortlist.