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Head of Technology and Data

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Head of Tech & Data
Salary: £65,000 with generous benefits
Permanent | Hybrid working with two to three days in a central London office
Deadline: 25 June, 2025

Merrifield Consultants is proud to be partnering with a high-impact campaigning organisation to recruit a Head of Tech and Data.

This is a rare opportunity to lead digital and data strategy in a fast-moving environment where technology drives legal action, public campaigns, supporter growth and operational delivery.

You will lead the organisation's use of digital tools, systems and insight. From CRM and campaign platforms to data governance and innovation, your work will enable more effective decision-making and deeper engagement.

You will work closely with the Managing Director and senior leaders in legal, fundraising, campaigns and operations. Your influence will shape how technology supports change and how data drives impact.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a skilled and committed team across tech, data and insight
Improve use of systems such as Salesforce and campaign platforms
Drive digital innovation including AI and digital storytelling
Build data quality, governance and reporting across the organisation
Enable agile and cross-functional ways of working
Manage relationships with suppliers and external tech partnersWhat you bring

Leadership experience in technology and data within purpose-led or high-pressure environments
Expertise across CRM platforms, supporter data, digital infrastructure, and service delivery
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across different teams and disciplines
A practical and empowering leadership style
A clear understanding of how technology and data can support civic impact, accountability, and organisational resilienceIf you want your work to contribute to meaningful change and are ready to shape systems that support legal, political, and public impact, we would love to hear from you.

We are reviewing CVs on a rolling basis ahead of the 25 June deadline. For a confidential conversation, contact Akash Mahmud at Merrifield Consultants.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout

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