About this role
Salary: £70,000 - 110,000 per year
Requirements: Bachelors or Masters degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field5+ years of experience in Information Technology and technology project deliveryStrong technical background in Windows-based computerized systems and DT-managed environments, with the ability to manage and sustain secure, reliable, and compliant solutionsStrong knowledge of application environments, Windows operating systems, workstation technologies, infrastructure services, networking, servers, storage, and cloud platformsSolid understanding of identity and access management, cybersecurity, data integrity, and operational compliance principlesExperience with qualification, validation, and regulated environments; experience in GxP environments is considered a strong advantageAbility to translate business and operational requirements into secure, sustainable, and compliant technology solutionsStrong strategic thinking and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical topics into clear business insights and decision-ready recommendations for senior leaders and executive stakeholdersDemonstrated interest in emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and digital innovation, with the ability to identify practical business applicationsExperience supporting laboratory, engineering, development sciences, manufacturing, or industrial environments is considered a strong plusExperience in the pharmaceutical industry or another regulated environment is considered a plusFluent in English; French and/or Dutch is considered an advantage Responsibilities: Own and manage a portfolio of Industrial Single Systems, ensuring secure, reliable, compliant, and efficient operation throughout their lifecycleAct as the primary DT point of contact for systems within scope, ensuring alignment between business priorities, DT roadmaps, governance requirements, and operational needsPartner with Functional System Owners, business stakeholders, portfolio roles, delivery teams, vendors, and Digital Technology functions to assess demand, prioritize initiatives, and define implementation roadmapsLead solution design and coordinate implementation, integration, qualification, validation, testing, and transition into operation for new and existing systemsEnsure systems comply with GxP, cybersecurity, quality, regulatory, and service management requirements while maintaining data integrity, resilience, and business continuityCollaborate with vendors, DT teams, and service component owners to resolve technical issues, optimize system performance, and continuously improve supported environmentsDrive lifecycle management activities including upgrades, maintenance, risk management, remediation planning, technical modernization, and future system evolutionSynthesize complex technical, operational, compliance, and business information into compelling narratives, executive communications, and actionable recommendations that enable informed decision-making at leadership levelsExplore and leverage emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation capabilities, to improve productivity, operational efficiency, and business value while maintaining compliance and governance expectationsContribute to the continuous improvement of DT governance, delivery models, standards, and operating practices supporting the Single Systems landscape Technologies: AICloudWindowsSupport More:
We are UCB, a global biopharmaceutical company focused on neurology and immunology, with more than 9,000 people across the globe inspired by patients and driven by science. We are hiring a DT Lead, Single Systems – CMC Development Sciences to join our Digital Technology team in Slough, United Kingdom. We work in a hybrid-first model, with local hubs bringing teams together and roles typically requiring 40% of time in the office unless stated otherwise. We offer a caring, supportive, inclusive culture where we encourage collaboration, innovation, and growth, with a human focus on our patients, our employees, and our planet.
last updated 36 week of 2026