Head of Digital & IT – Mental Health Charity

Salt Digital Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health charity is seeking a Head of Digital & IT to drive digital transformation and operational excellence. The role involves managing IT systems and delivering a digital strategy that supports the charity's mission. Ideal for a strategic leader with extensive experience in IT and digital innovation, this position offers the chance to shape significant change in an impactful organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience (5+ years) in digital or IT leadership, ideally in the charity sector.
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems and website management.
• Excellent in budgeting, procurement, and ROI evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a cohesive digital strategy.
• Manage IT systems, ensuring high performance and hybrid working capability.
• Oversee compliance with data protection and cybersecurity best practices.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Acumen

Operational Management

Tools

CRM (Microsoft Dynamics)

IT Infrastructure

Job description

Head of Digital & IT – Mental Health Charity

Location: Hybrid – Up to 2 days per week in Birmingham office

Salary: £65,000 – £77,000 + excellent benefits

Sector: Charity / Membership Body

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you a strategic digital and technology leader looking to make a meaningful impact?

We’re partnering with a leading mental health awareness charity and membership body to recruit a Head of Digital & IT – a pivotal senior leadership position driving digital transformation and operational excellence across the organisation.

With many members and a national reputation for setting professional standards in mental health support across the UK, this organisation is on a journey to modernise and innovate – and you’ll be at the heart of that mission.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Digital & Transformation, the Head of Digital & IT will lead the development and delivery of a cohesive digital and technology strategy. You’ll manage a capable team of specialists across five critical areas: Internal IT, Data & Security, Enterprise Systems, CRM (Microsoft Dynamics), and the Website.

Your remit will cover everything from digital infrastructure to strategic supplier management, with a strong focus on improving member experience, operational efficiency, and organisational impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a digital strategy that supports the charity’s business plan and mission.
• Oversee IT systems, networks, and internal support to ensure high performance and hybrid working capability.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and cybersecurity best practices.
• Manage the CRM (MS Dynamics), driving user adoption, integrations, and process optimisation.
• Own the website strategy and development roadmap, ensuring a seamless and accessible digital experience.
• Manage third-party suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure quality delivery.
• Lead and inspire a team of direct and indirect reports, embedding a collaborative and high-performance culture.

About You

• Proven experience (5+ years) in a senior digital or IT leadership role, ideally within the charity, membership, or non-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems, CRM (ideally MS Dynamics), IT infrastructure, and website management.
• Excellent commercial acumen – confident in budgeting, procurement, and ROI evaluation.
• A strategic thinker who can also get into the operational detail.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills – able to collaborate across all levels of an organisation.
• Experienced in managing supplier relationships and external technology partners.

Why Join?

• Be part of an organisation with a powerful mission: promoting mental health and setting professional standards in therapy.
• Join at a transformative time, with the opportunity to shape and deliver meaningful digital change.
• Enjoy a collaborative, inclusive culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Flexible hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package.

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2507-354678

Salary: £70000.00 - £77000 per annum

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Job Industries: CRM & Email

Job Locations: Greater London

Job Types: Permanent

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