Deadline: Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Salary: £67,595 pa
Location: Head Office, Salford Quays, M50 3XZ
The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK's largest trade unions.
A vacancy exists for a Deputy Head of ICT based at the Union’s Head Office. Please note that this position is fully office based.
There are no set hours for this position, and the postholder will be expected to be adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the job. The postholder will be required to live within 50 miles of Head Office. Overnight stays may be required.
What we Offer:
• Defined contribution pension.
• Generous holiday entitlement – 24 days rising to 32 days plus bank and customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked).
• Free onsite parking, subject to availability.
• Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract).
• Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract).
• Free health assessments (post probation).
The Union does not currently offer sponsorship.
Principal duties are: under the general management of the Head of ICT, to participate as part of the management team in the strategic direction and development of the work of the ICT Department to ensure the provision of a full and comprehensive Information Technology service to the Union, to provide expert advice and guidance on matters relating to the use of Information Technology within the Union, to manage and participate in the implementation of ICT projects, to assist in the management and development of the staff within the ICT Department, to deputise for the Head of ICT in his/her absence as necessary.
The successful applicant will possess: an IT- related degree or equivalent industry-certified qualification such as from Microsoft or Cisco etc; understanding of software licencing; knowledge of ICT development and support principles and practice, including ITIL, Prince, and Agile; the ability to communicate sensitively and appropriately at all levels within the organisation and with external bodies; the ability to display leadership, make decisions and give direction under pressure the ability to manage and develop staff.
Interviews are expected to take place on Friday, 19th June 2026.
An application pack can be downloaded from here by clicking on the ‘apply’ button. Alternatively, please e-mail [email protected] or telephone the HR Section on 0161 413 0904, quoting Ref: 951.
The closing date is noon on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
CVs are not accepted. No agencies please.
Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.