Director of Technology and Product
Location: North East
Department: Technology & Product
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Contract – £700-850PD (role yet to be assessed for IR35)
The Role
An exciting opportunity to define and deliver the technology and product strategy that drives real-world impact. You’ll lead cross-functional teams across Product, Engineering, IT, Data, and Infrastructure, translating bold ideas into cutting-edge solutions.
As a key member of the leadership team, you’ll collaborate across the business to ensure our technology aligns with strategic goals while fostering a culture of innovation and agility.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Set and execute a forward-looking technology and product roadmap
* Lead and inspire teams across development, product, IT, infrastructure, and data
* Oversee the full product lifecycle — from ideation to launch and beyond
* Champion agile methodologies and modern delivery practices
* Ensure robust, secure, and scalable technology operations
* Collaborate with senior stakeholders to prioritise strategic initiatives
* Drive data-led decision making and digital transformation
* Manage budgets, resources, and performance metrics across the function
What You’ll Bring
* 8+ years in technical or product leadership roles,
* Proven track record delivering complex tech and product strategies
* Deep experience across software development, agile delivery, and IT operations
* Strategic mindset with the ability to balance vision with execution
* Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills
* Strong commercial awareness and the ability to align tech with business goals
* Experience with cloud, security frameworks (ISO27001, Cyber Essentials+), and data strategies
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