Head of IT and Business Intelligence

GreatWell Homes

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1AF, United Kingdom

2 months ago

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Greatwell Homes is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Head of IT & Business Intelligence to lead our digital strategy, data capability, and technology services. This is a new role within the organisation and is a key leadership role driving transformation, performance and customer-focused innovation.

Does that sound like you? If so, keep reading about this exciting opportunity.

What you’ll be doing

Lead IT strategy, cybersecurity, digital transformation and business intelligence.
Provide assurance on IT risk, compliance, system integrity and digital performance.
Oversee budgets, procurement and value-for-money decisions.
Drive continuous improvement using data insights, KPIs and customer feedback.
Provide visible leadership, to an agile and dispersed workforce of managers and officers, embedding Greatwell Homes’ mission, vision and promise.

About you
In-depth understanding of the housing sector, political agenda, and regulatory landscape for social housing providers
Strong leadership experience across IT, digital or data functions.
Proven track record in programme/project management.
Ability to assess new technologies and deliver organisational change.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

This role is a home based role with occasional visits to the office in Wellingborough when required. Interviews will be held in person at our Wellingborough office on 17th and 18th March 2026.

About us

At Greatwell Homes, we own and manage around 5,000 homes with a £23 million turnover, and our mission is to “partner with customers and communities to shape places people are proud to call home.”

We’re proud to be a progressive, forward-thinking housing association, committed to delivering excellent services for our customers and a great working environment for our colleagues

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