Head of Technology

Institution of Occupational Safety and Health

Hours
35 hours per week

About the Organisation

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

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 its heart. 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, but not just any head. Someone 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.

You’ll 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 the charity, professional body, public sector, or commercial world, we’re looking for someone who brings fresh thinking, isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo, and can make 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

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 (CRM, website redevelopment).
• Relevant professional qualifications (ITIL, Agile, Cloud).

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, and related field, or equivalent experience

Compensation & Benefits

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

Conditions of employment

• Applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in the UK.

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the Leicester office and remotely.

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. Apply online
• 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 [email protected]

Interviews

• Interview date: 16th December 2025

Policies

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.

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