Interim Head of Housing Technology

Village Staff Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent staffing agency in Greater London is looking for an Interim Head of Housing Technology to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of technology functions. The successful candidate will ensure that housing systems are robust, secure, and continuously improved while leading innovative solutions. This role requires proven experience in technology initiatives and collaboration with stakeholders to align services with council priorities. Join a high-performing team dedicated to service transformation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading technology-centric initiatives.
• Strong understanding of housing systems and IT operations.
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and govern a roadmap of technology-centric change.
• Provide strategic leadership for Housing Technology functions.
• Lead the development of innovative digital solutions.

Job description

Interim Head of Housing Technology

To be jointly responsible to the Senior Assistant Director of Resources and the Director of Housing and Safer Communities, delivering (and ensuring proper governance of) a roadmap of technology‑centric change and management of the Housing IT team.

Providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of Housing Technology functions, ensuring that core housing systems and technologies are robust, secure, and continuously improved in alignment with council priorities.

This role will lead the development of innovative digital solutions that enhance service delivery, drive transformation, and maximise value for money.

The postholder will shape and deliver a forward‑thinking technology roadmap, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable system strategies.

As a key member of the Housing IT leadership team, they will play a pivotal role in embedding a culture of excellence, accountability and innovation — nurturing a high‑performing team and ensuring Housing IT contributes meaningfully to wider corporate and service transformation goals.