Head of Technology

Job Title: Head of Technology

Salary: Circa 75000

Hours per week: 35

Location: At IOSH we embrace hybrid working because we believe its the key to achieving work-life balance strategic success and fostering our collaborative culture. Youll 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.

Closing date: 30 November 2025

Interview date: 16 December 2025

Were not all about hard hats and high-vis. Were about creating a safe and healthy world of workand for us that means saving and changing lives for the better worldwide. As the chartered body for health and safety professionals were proud of our heritage but were focused on the future.

And that future is Digital.

About the role

IOSH is entering an exciting new chapter. Were not just talking about transformationwere doing it. With our 10 year aspirations we have a clear vision for our future andDigital Data and Technologyare at the heart of it. Were building something bold something different and we need a rare kind of leader to help us get there.

Were looking for aHead of Technologybut not just any head. Someone who blendstechnical brilliancewithstrategic visioncommercial instinct andpeople-first leadership. Someone who can see the big picture roll up their sleeves and make things happen. Youll be joining IOSH at a pivotal moment helping us shape our technology future and deliver real impact for our members customers and colleagues.

Whether you come from thecharity professional body public sector or commercial world were looking for someone who bringsfresh thinking isnt afraid tochallenge the status quo and canmake things happen. We need a leader who can navigate complexity embrace uncertainty and drive innovation and efficiency through the smart use of data and technology.

This is a senior role with real impact. Youll be:

• Leading the development of a future-focused technology strategy.
• Driving innovation efficiency and commercial value through digital and data.
• Building a high-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.

Essential criteria

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).

Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. ITIL Agile Cloud).

Whats in it for you

We support our colleagues to bring their best selves to work so they can deliver exceptional outcomes. We do this by offering a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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 whilst IOSH contribute 5%
• Individual performance related pay scheme
• Up to five paid volunteering days per year
• Employee Assistance Programme to support you and your dependents wellbeing

About us

The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) is the worlds 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 .

How to apply
To apply youll 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 .

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.

Required Experience:

Director