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Luke JohnsonLJ

Luke Johnson

IT Director I Programme Director I CIO I VP IT

€1,157/day
Chester, GB
15+ years

Average response time: 1 hour

About Luke

Highly accomplished private and public sector ITIL infrastructure, operations and services leader. Extensive operational and strategic expertise, particularly in global enterprises within compliance environments such as SOX & FDA. Skilled in orchestrating seamless integration programs for mergers and acquisitions, and spearheading materially significant transformation programs for significant outsourcing and divestiture projects.

Brings a broad and deep experience of biopharmaceutical manufacturing, healthcare and regulatory industries. Dynamic and results-oriented portfolio manager with expertise in leading complex international programmes requiring refined stakeholder management, including C-Suite, and collaborative problem-solving within intricate organisational structures.
  • English

    Native or bilingual

Can work on-site
Chester (up to 50km)

Experience

  • Ofwat
    Head of AI & Digital Programmes
    July 2025 - Today (11 months)
    Key Responsibilities
     Strategic Leadership: Architecting the digital vision and governance framework from the ground up, ensuring alignment with Ofwat's regulatory goals and public value outcomes.
     AI Integration: Designing comprehensive AI roadmaps and guiding the adoption of advanced technologies to enhance operational intelligence and regulatory decision-making.
     Programme Delivery: Overseeing a portfolio of digital and AI initiatives with a focus on value delivery, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.
     Innovation Culture: Driving a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and responsible technology use across internal teams and stakeholder organisations.
     Stakeholder Engagement: Overseeing a portfolio of digital and AI initiatives with a focus on value delivery, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.
    Digital Transformation Programme Management
  • Evolution Nordics
    Independent Consultant
    March 2025 - June 2025 (3 months)
    Delivered specialised consultancy services for the preparation of a high-value RFP for a managed service. Key responsibilities included:
    • Strategic analysis of RFP requirements and competitive landscape.
    • Development of compelling value propositions and win themes.
    • Guidance on technical solution articulation and compliance matrices.
    • Review and refinement of proposal content for clarity, consistency, and persuasiveness.
  • Career Break
    Professional Development & Job Seeking
    July 2024 - February 2025 (7 months)
    Chester, United Kingdom
    Professional Development & Job Seeking

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Education

  • BSc, Computer
    Birmingham University.
    BSc, Computer
  • PMI Project Management Professional
    PMI Project Management Professional

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