Head of Technology and Data - Central London - £90,000 - Ashdown Group : Job Details

Head of Technology and Data – Central London

A highly successful, values driven not for profit organisation with offices in Central London are looking for a Head of Technology and Data to create the vision and strategy for their technology and knowledge management processes.  This will be a highly visible and pivotal role within the organisation; overseeing the technology infrastructure, ensuring the IT function provides leading class service to the business.  This Head of Tech role would suit an innovative, dynamic IT leader eager to make an impact.  This is a critical role at the heart of the organisation; you will have close working relationships across the Senior Leadership Team and be a trusted adviser to the CEO and Management Committee.

As the Lead for Tech and Data you will be responsible for the management of all internal systems and technology infrastructure. This includes the maintenance, security and uptime of systems as well as managing the implementation of all technology changes.  Working with the Senior Leadership Team, you will create a Technology Strategy which optimises their existing services and prepares them to scale further. You will ensure the Technology Strategy has the right balance between central systems and external facing platforms, working with product owners and internal teams to prioritise appropriately.   As well as creating the tech strategy, you will lead its implementation ensuring that it is well understood and that changes in processes and behaviours are embedded. In addition, you will create a Data and Knowledge Management Strategy which improves efficiency, strengthens security and generates better intelligence to inform decision-making (BI/MI).

This role would suit a natural leader, someone that would enjoy working to inspire the IT team; setting clear direction and accountability, ensure high performance and create a culture of continuous personal development.  You will lead the CRM team, seeking improved ways to use automation and reporting capabilities to drive further business benefit.  You will be able to achieve plans and objectives though creative and considered thinking and a positive and innovative approach to problem solving. You will feel confident actively participating in and steering strategic decision-making within the business as an influencer.

The salary on offer for this role is up to £90,000 plus benefits including 30 days annual leave plus BH and a generous pension scheme.