Head of IT & Systems

Yolk Recruitment; Mountain Ash; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider in South Wales is seeking a Head of IT & Systems to lead their IT team. This role involves overseeing digital infrastructure, managing cyber security, and driving IT strategy. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience and a strong background in IT management. Join a values-driven organization committed to community well-being and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Proven IT leadership and team management.
• Experience with budget and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the IT team.
• Manage IT infrastructure and cyber security.
• Deliver business continuity planning.

Skills

IT leadership

Strategic planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent in IT

Tools

Office 365

Azure

VMWare

Power BI

SQL

SSRS

Job description

Job Title: Head of IT & Systems

Reports to: Director of Business Improvement

Team: 2 IT Officers, 1 IT Assistant

Location: Abercynon

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (35 hrs/week)

Salary: £54,132

About the Organisation

A values-driven housing provider based in South Wales, managing over 2,000 homes and delivering support services through partnerships and subsidiaries. The organisation is committed to community well being, sustainability, and inclusive service delivery.

Role Overview

The Head of IT & Systems leads a small in-house IT team and is responsible for the delivery, security, and development of all digital infrastructure and systems. This includes driving the IT strategy, managing operational performance, overseeing cyber security and data compliance, and supporting digital transformation across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the IT team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage IT infrastructure, systems, telecoms, and cyber security.
• Oversee IT budgets, system procurement, and service contracts.
• Deliver business continuity planning and disaster recovery processes.
• Ensure data compliance in line with UK GDPR.
• Provide strategic and operational support to departments and projects.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven IT leadership and team management
• Strategic planning and change delivery
• Network and system security knowledge
• IT infrastructure and cloud-based system administration (e.g., Office 365, Azure, VMWare)
• Experience with reporting tools (Power BI, SQL, SSRS)
• Budget and project management expertise
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Degree or equivalent in IT
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of housing sector systems (e.g., QLx)

Think this one's for you

If you think this Head of IT & Systemsopportunity is for you then please apply online.

Yolk Public Sector & Not-for-Profit team works with organisations across the UK to fulfil their recruitment needs and to achieve their D&I objectives. We recruit temporary, contract and permanent hires for 1 off specialist needs or for volume campaigns. We support our applicants to navigate the public sector recruitment processes and secure their dream jobs.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.