Head of IT

The Role

As Head of IT at Nordic Knots, you will be responsible for defining, building, and leading the company’s IT function. Reporting to the COO, you will own the long-term vision for technology across the business while ensuring day-to-day reliability, security, and scalability.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution. You’ll oversee budgets, systems architecture, and security frameworks while also driving the adoption of tools, processes, and infrastructure that improve efficiency across the organization. With your deep technical and managerial background, you will ensure IT operations are cost-effective, compliant, and aligned with business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• IT strategy & governance – Define and execute the long-term IT strategy in alignment with company objectives, ensuring scalability and resilience.
• Budget & P&L responsibility – Oversee IT budgets, optimize costs, and ensure cost-effective operations.
• IT security – Maintain and improve security protocols to protect company and customer data.
• Compliance & data governance – Ensure all systems meet legal, regulatory, and company standards.
• Infrastructure & systems architecture – Design, implement, and maintain scalable and resilient IT infrastructure.
• Devices & hardware lifecycle – Manage the lifecycle of company hardware and software, ensuring reliability and efficiency for all employees.
• Resource planning – Allocate IT resources effectively to support business growth and operational priorities.
• Business process solutions – Lead the discovery, evaluation, and rollout of non/low-code SaaS tools, automations, and integrations that improve internal processes, always with governance, security, and ROI in mind.
• Cross-functional support – Partner with eCommerce, Trade, Finance, and Creative teams to provide best-in-class IT solutions that enable business performance.
• Stakeholder communication – Act as the primary IT contact for leadership, ensuring transparency, alignment, and strategic support.

What we're looking for

• You have 8+ years of IT leadership experience, ideally in a fast-growing international company.
• Strong track record in IT strategy, systems architecture, and infrastructure management.
• Deep understanding of IT security, compliance, and data governance.
• Experience managing P&L, budgets, and vendor negotiations.
• Skilled in resource planning and team leadership, with the ability to scale IT functions as the company grows.
• Hands-on experience with SaaS systems, no-/low-code solutions, and process automation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a pragmatic approach to balancing long-term strategy with day-to-day needs.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Swedish is a plus.
• You thrive in a high-responsibility role where you balance strategic planning with hands-on execution.

  Nordic Knots

  Nordic Knots was founded in 2016 by Liza B Laserow, Fabian Berglund and Felix Berglund. We are a fast-growing direct-to-consumer Scandinavian interior design brand with the USA as the major market. Nordic Knots was born from a culture of thoughtful design that lasts beyond seasons and trends. Fusing function and aesthetics with a Scandinavian sensibility, we craft timeless textiles for the modern home. We believe that great textiles are foundational and can transform a house into a harmonious home – framing the most beautifully curated lives. The head office as well as the flagship store is located at Birger Jarlsgatan in central Stockholm. We have a constantly growing team in both Sweden and the USA.

  What We Offer

  We are a fun and driven team with high ambitions. We have an entrepreneurial and open-minded culture where new ideas and suggestions for improvements are valued and encouraged. At Nordic Knots everyone should feel that they are a part of and contributing towards our success as we continue to scale up.At Nordic Knots we stand for a diverse and inclusive workforce. We seek talented individuals who bring a range of perspectives and inspired ideas. We welcome all applicants eager to join a dynamic team.