Director of Data & Technology

Role Title: Director of Data & Technology  

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday 

Salary: Up to £120,000 

Contract: Permanent 

Location: Dartford/Agile - at least 3 days in the office  

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 May 2026 

At Moat, our purpose is to provide safe and affordable homes that make a real and lasting difference by supporting wellbeing, opening opportunities and helping our colleagues, customers and communities to thrive.   Technology and data play a critical role in how we achieve this. We are looking for an exceptional Director of Data & Technology to lead us through the next stage of our digital and data transformation. This is a strategic leadership role with significant influence across the organisation, responsible for shaping how technology, data and innovation improve the lives of our customers and empower our colleagues to deliver outstanding service. 

You will drive a modern, secure and customer-focused technology environment that enables us to become a truly data-driven organisation, improving customer outcomes through smarter insight, digital services and automation. 

Working closely with the Executive Team, Senior Leadership Team and Board, you will define and deliver a forward-thinking digital strategy that places customers, data and innovation at its heart. You will bring strong strategic and technical leadership, with the ability to oversee complex technology programmes, systems and infrastructure that support organisational performance and customer service. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior technology leader or digital transformation specialist who wants to use technology and data to create meaningful social impact. You will have experience operating at senior leadership level, leading high-performing multidisciplinary teams, managing significant technology resources and budgets, and building effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. 

As our Director of Data & Technology, you will lead Moat’s digital and technology strategy, ensuring our systems, infrastructure and data capabilities support exceptional customer service, modern ways of working and organisational efficiency. 

You will champion a culture where technology and data are used to anticipate customer needs, reduce effort, and improve service outcomes, while ensuring the highest standards of security, governance and resilience. 

To read our full job description, including the entry requirements, please follow this link: director-of-data-and-technology.pdf

About us: 

Moat is a housing association in the South East of England, owning and managing over 20,000 homes across London, Kent, Essex, and Sussex. We're more than just a housing provider; we're a community focused organisation dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of our customers and the neighbourhoods we serve. 

As one of the Homes England delivery partners, we develop around 600 new homes every year. Our team of over 450 passionate professionals are committed to providing high quality, affordable homes, and excellent services to our customers. 

Our values: 

• Own it: We take responsibility for our actions and deliver on our promises. 

• Better together: We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve greater outcomes. 

• Lead by example: We set high standards and inspire others through our commitment to excellence. 

• Be the change: We embrace innovation and proactively address challenges. 

 Why join Moat? 

As an experienced professional, you'll have the opportunity to: 

• Make a real impact on our communities. 

• Work with a supportive and passionate team. 

• Enjoy competitive salaries and generous leave. 

• Benefit from numerous personal and professional development opportunities. 

• Work in a hybrid way that allows you to work from our Dartford office with some flexibility to work from home or another location that suits your needs. 

Our commitment to creating a positive work environment has earned us recognition as one of 'The Sunday Times Best Places to Work' in 2025. 

For more info, check out our employee benefits video here: Our employee benefits: what we can offer you (youtube.com) 

If you require any additional adjustments to the recruitment process, please email peopleservices@moat.co.uk