Aim of the Role
As our Head of Systems and Development, you will be responsible for our in-house systems, IT infrastructure and cyber security globally. You will lead and manage a team of developers, overseeing their performance, providing guidance, and fostering a high-performance culture. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, and operations, to align system projects and improvements with overall company goals. This role will be reporting directly into the board so experience of reporting into senior management teams is crucial.
Job Description
Superior Wellness is a leading international manufacturer and distributor of premium hot tubs and wellness products. As a fast-growing company, we pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Strategy
- Lead the systems and development team, aligning technology initiatives with business goals.
- Develop and execute strategic roadmaps for systems and software.
- Drive innovation, enforce best practices, and ensure cross-department collaboration.
2. Systems Design and Development
- Oversee architecture and design of scalable, secure, and efficient systems.
- Ensure proper documentation and seamless integration of complex solutions.
3. Project Management
- Manage projects to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery using agile methodologies.
- Define milestones, allocate resources, and monitor progress.
4. Team Development
- Hire, mentor, and develop a high-performing team.
- Conduct performance reviews and foster a culture of continuous learning.
5. Systems Maintenance
- Oversee system maintenance, optimisation, and troubleshooting.
- Manage upgrades and identify improvement opportunities.
6. Security and Compliance
- Ensure adherence to security standards, data privacy laws, and industry regulations.
- Collaborate on and implement robust security measures.
7. Stakeholder Collaboration
- Liaise with stakeholders to understand requirements and communicate progress.
- Present system updates and technical information to senior management.
8. Budget Management
- Oversee departmental budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation and expenditure.
9. Continuous Improvement
- Track KPIs and analyse data to optimise systems and processes.
- Report progress, challenges, and successes to executives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, or a related field an advantage.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems development and software engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role preferred.
- Strong technical knowledge in system architecture, software development, cloud technologies, databases, and programming languages (e.g., Laravel, JavaScript, Java, SQL).
- Proven experience managing large-scale Laravel based systems and complex development projects.
- Strong knowledge of global cybersecurity principles and practices.
- Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments
About Superior Wellness
We lead the market as the world’s fastest growing hot tub manufacturer and create premium, high quality products focused on improving your health and well-being.
An innovative manufacturer and distributor, importing from several countries to offer a global choice of hot tubs, swim spas, Chill Tubs and other related products to our trade and retail customers.
We help our partner network and team members grow. Everything we do is beyond expectations. Our vision is to be the world market leader in hot tubs and swim spas, offering a global choice of high-quality products and commended for our focus on wellness and best in class customer experience.
Core Values – Candidates must match our company team values:
- Discipline – We get things done efficiently and effectively
- Responsibility – We own the problems and solve them
- Consistency – We are better today than yesterday
- Trust – Delivering exceptional service beyond expectations
- Integrity – We do what we say we will
- Team – We work together, respect each other, be honest and protect the team
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving company experiencing rapid growth in the wellness industry. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our IT strategy. With a clear vision and ambitious plans for the future, we offer a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the company’s success.
Apply now to become the Head of Systems and Development at Superior Wellness.
Team Benefits
- Generous salary package plus benefits DOE.
- 13% company-wide bonus scheme (eligible after 6 months of continuous service).
- Annual percentage pay increase award scheme (eligible after successful completion of probation).
- Annual reward scheme.
- 31 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays).
- Annual leave purchase scheme.
- Onsite fully equipped gym and fitness classes.
- Discounted healthy meals.
- Healthy breakfast options, including fresh fruit.
- Reward Recognition and Wellness programme.
- Fantastic career and development opportunities.
- Onsite parking.
- Sky Lounge breakout games room with Zen Garden.
- Team wellness working areas.
To apply please contact Carol Smith, Group Head of Human Resources.
Superior Wellness Ltd prides itself in being an equal opportunities employer.
In line with the GDPR regulations 25th May 2018, we will keep your personal details for the purpose and limitation of our Recruitment Process only and will be destroyed in the event you are unsuccessful for this role. We will not share any of your personal information with any third-party.