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Job Title: Head of Technology

Location: At IOSH, we embrace hybrid working because we believe it's the key to achieving work-life balance, strategic success and fostering our collaborative culture. You’ll be required to work from our head office in Wigston, Leicester a minimum of 2 days per week. The remainder of your working hours will be undertaken from home.

The successful applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live, and to work in the UK.

About the role

IOSH is entering an exciting new chapter. We’re not just talking about transformation—we’re doing it. With our 10‑year aspirations, we have a clear vision for our future, and Digital, Data and Technology are at the heart of it. We’re building something bold, something different, and we need a rare kind of leader to help us get there.

We’re looking for a Head of Technology—a leader who blends technical brilliance with strategic vision, commercial instinct, and people‑first leadership. Someone who can see the big picture, roll up their sleeves, and make things happen.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development of a future‑focused technology strategy.
• Driving innovation, efficiency, and commercial value through digital and data.
• Building a‑performing, customer‑focused tech function.
• Partnering across the organisation to co‑create solutions that matter.
• Managing strategic vendor relationships and contracts that deliver results.
• Shaping a technology roadmap that aligns with our digital aspirations.
• Acting as a corporate leader, contributing to cross‑cutting change and performance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a senior technology leadership role, ideally within a complex customer‑focused organisation.
• Experience delivering technology strategies that drive innovation, commercial value, and customer impact.
• Track record of leading major digital projects (e.g., CRM, website redevelopment).
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Commercial instinct and strategic thinking.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• People‑first leadership style, with a focus on developing, motivating and retaining talent.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations.

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid working and flexibility to ensure a positive work‑life balance.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing with length of service, with the option to buy more.
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan covered by IOSH.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme, minimum of 3% employee contribution while IOSH contribute 5%.
• Individual performance‑related pay scheme.
• Up to five paid volunteering days per year.
• Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your dependent’s wellbeing.

About us

The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the world’s Chartered body for safety and health professionals.

We understand that diversity of thought, culture, perspective and background is essential to our vision. We believe in creating a personal environment where everyone is treated as they wish to be treated. At IOSH, you can be yourself, no matter who you are.

We are proud to be a disability confident employer, and are committed to offering an interview to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

Find out more about how we advocate for, and support health and safety professionals worldwide to create a safer and healthier world of work by visiting www.iosh.com.

How to apply

To apply, you’ll need an up‑to‑date CV and some additional time to complete the application questions so we can find out more about you and your experience. Just click on the apply button below.

If you want to find out more about IOSH please visit our website. If you have any queries about the role or require any reasonable adjustments to support you with the recruitment process please reach out to people@iosh.com.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology