The Head of Data and Systems is responsible for ensuring that all parts of the organisaton’s infrastructure runs smoothly and securely, using it to improve processes and efficiency. This post reports to the Director of Finance, Data and Systems.
The successful candidate will be supporting our sites across Angel, Holborn and Stratford and will be responsible for around 550 colleagues across the organisation.
Responsibilities
Lead a review of departmental delivery and propose a roadmap for improvement. Sharing KPI frameworks and measures as
Lead strategic planning for IT systems, building strong relationships with stakeholders to anticipate and understand future needs to meet the organisation strategic objectives.
Ensure that the organisation has the IT infrastructure needed to support the business and maintain a roadmap of improvements and maintenance.
Ensure the smooth running of service delivery and positive user
Manage the IT budget and ensure that value for money is achieved.
Provide clear, effective and visible leadership to the IT team, ensuring that all team members are stimulated, motivated and guided to contribute fully to the success of the organisation.
Develop talent within teams, reviewing and measuring performance, building confidence and growing skills.
Implement robust security measures to protect the organisation from cyber threat and ensure the team stay up to date with industry best practice
Essential Skills
Relevant IT qualification or equivalent experience in IT governance.
Ability to be ‘on call’ for emergencies and business continuity recovery.
Experience of managing risk and Cyber security.
Experienced IT leader, with a customer focused approach.
Experience of public, private and hybrid cloud environments.
Results-driven with a proven track record of high achievement through data and systems teams.
Demonstrable experience in project management, driving organisation-wide initiatives, through collaboration.
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Strong strategic planning skills with the ability to translate business needs to data and systems solutions.
Ability to lead and monitor several projects concurrently.
Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with ability to articulate messages to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience of procurement to achieve best value for the organisation.
Ability to respond to changing circumstances.
Well-developed change management skills with the ability of understand the strategic “big picture” and set a clear direction.
Ability to translate ideas into effective action speedily and within a finite budget.
Ability to work collaboratively and bring teams together into a cohesive and effective unit.
Able to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Convincing presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate with a broad range of stakeholders.
Please apply online today for a confidential chat about this wonderful role which gives the postholder ample opportunity to make a real difference.
For further information, please view the website here: https://sadl.rs/4efoGjb
We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Sunday 21 June 2026.
