Head of Data and Technology

Origin – Great homes, positive people and strong communities

An inspiring past and a bright future

A home is the essential foundation for a good quality of life, so what we do every day really matters to the wellbeing of our communities. Here at Origin, we trace our roots back almost 100 years, building and managing high quality homes as well as providing support services and housing for those who are most vulnerable in London and Hertfordshire. We work to provide safe, decent affordable homes and support for individuals and communities.

Focused on our residents, our driving ambition is to provide services that make people’s lives easier, and homes and communities they can be proud to live in. We are ‘not for profit’ and reinvest all our surpluses back into our varied and vibrant neighbourhoods.

The role – Head of Data and Technology

As Head of Data and Technology you will lead the data and technology strategy and operations for Origin Housing, ensuring that the organisation delivers high-quality services and solutions to its customers and stakeholders.

What you’ll do

You will

• Develop and implement the data and technology vision, roadmap for Origin Housing
• Manage the data and technology team and budget, ensuring alignment with the organisational objectives and values
• Oversee the delivery of data and technology projects and initiatives, ensuring compliance, security and quality standards
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in data and technology, leveraging best practices and emerging trends

Skills and experience we'd like you to have

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Extensive experience and knowledge in data and technology management, strategy and delivery in a complex and regulated environment
• Experience with the modern data stack tools we use or similar including Fivetran, Databricks, dbt, Airflow (astronomer), Power BI, SQL and how these fit together and support developing architect that is fit for purpose for the future.
• Experience of leading a technology function predominantly based around Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365 and Azure, with strong vendor management skills.
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate and develop a high-performing team
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels
• A passion for social housing and a commitment to Origin Housing’s values and vision

Our Values

Our core values are at the heart of how we work

• Take the lead
• Create energy
• Build trust
• Be generous
• Stay grounded
• Remember the little things

We're committed to the wellbeing of our people and in creating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

Our benefits to you

• Origin’s ways of working make it easier for you to balance work and home life. You will benefit from flexible working which offers you the opportunity to work from where you are most effective, with the technology and equipment you need, as well as access to flexible space for collaborative working.
• A generous 25-day holiday allowance plus bank holidays, that increases with time, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave
• 2 additional ‘giving something back’ volunteer days
• A pension scheme with contributions from 4% - 8% of your salary
• Family leave, compassionate leave and enhanced maternity pay
• Simply Health cash plan providing money back when you spend on health appointments including physiotherapy, dental and opticians
• Interest free loans to help spread the cost of a season ticket or another big purchase
• Annual staff conference, team away days and annual team meal allowance
• Access to Perk Box for fantastic savings on everyday purchases and much more
• Free employee assistance programme
• Opportunities to join staff network groups
• Refer a friend bonus

We’re also committed to ensuring that our people have access to an excellent range of learning and development opportunities including our induction programme, course sponsorship, leadership development, mentoring and talent schemes along with professional membership if it’s a requirement to your role.

Tell us your story

We are looking forward to learning about you. Please help us get to know you by sending your latest CV and covering letter detailing how your skills and experience meet the requirements for the role of Head of Data and Technology.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 21 December 2023

Please note that suitable candidates will be invited to interview throughout the application window and therefore the vacancy may close at short notice. However, all candidates will be advised of the outcome of their application and therefore interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.