Director of Technology - Shape Our Digital Future
Join Curo at an exciting transformation moment. Lead our technology strategy and drive meaningful change in social housing.
The Opportunity
We're at an exciting inflection point in Curo's technology journey. Having established solid foundations, we're now in year two of our ambitious 10-year strategy and accelerating our technology development with significant backing from leadership.
Technology plays a central role in achieving our vision that "Everyone feels proud about the quality of our homes." We've already committed £1m+ in technology investment, with cybersecurity as our first priority showing measurable improvements. Our digital transformation journey is well underway, and we are ready to invest more to take us to the next level.
This role isn't about maintaining systems – it's about inspirational leadership for our technology roadmap and capabilities. You'll have investment backing, leadership support, and a clear mandate to embed meaningful change while keeping customers and colleagues at the heart of what we do.
What We're Looking For
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Senior technology leadership
Experience in organisations where technology is a strategic enabler
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Proven record of leading cloud-first strategies
Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, APIs, middleware, and governance
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Cyber and information security expertise
Including compliance and data protection knowledge
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Strong strategic thinking
Problem-solving abilities and financial acument
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Excellent communication and influencing skills
With credibility from team to Board level
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Leadership skills to inspire and motivate
Empower teams towards innovation and improvement
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Experience managing third-party partners
Contracts and performance management
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Commitment to continuous learning
Awareness of emerging technology trends
Why Choose Curo
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Transform from Day One
You'll join at the perfect moment with £1m+ already committed and showing results. This is your chance to leave your fingerprints on every major technology decision for the next decade.
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Leadership That Backs You
Our CEO, executive team, and Board are personally invested in this transformation. You'll have direct access to decision-makers who understand technology is central to our success.
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Values-Driven Culture
We live by our CROFT values – Caring, Respectful, Open, Fair, and Trusting. You'll join a collaborative Leadership Group with comprehensive development opportunities.
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Make a Real Difference
Your strategic decisions will improve outcomes for 28,000 people who call our properties home. Build your reputation delivering transformation that truly matters.
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Comprehensive Benefits Package
Competitive salary, private medical insurance, bonus scheme, up to 10% matched pension contribution with 6x salary life assurance, 26 days annual leave plus your birthday, professional membership reimbursement, and employee benefits platform.
Our Values - CROFT
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Caring
We treat people warmly and honestly, creating a culture where everyone feels valued
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Respectful
We do the right thing ethically and treat people decently and consistently
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Open
We listen to people and respect their differences and adjust our services where possible
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Fair
We involve customers, colleagues and partners so they can contribute to our work and plans
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Trusting
We trust people to do their jobs properly and act with integrity
Our Leadership Framework
As Director of Technology, you'll demonstrate leadership across nine key competencies:
Leading Self: Authentic, emotionally intelligent, resilient and adaptable
Leading Others: Professional impact, inspiring vision, collaborative teamwork, developmental focus
Leading the Organisation: Customer focused, strategic and innovative, performance driven
This framework guides your development and forms the foundation of our assessment process.
Our Recruitment Process
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Stage 1 - Application & Video Screen
Application form + video questions for selected candidates
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Stage 2 - First Interview
45-minute online conversation with Talent Acquisition
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Stage 3 - Technical Deep Dive
90-minute in-person interview in Bath
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Stage 4 - Leadership Assessment
2-hour online evaluation with occupational psychologist
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Stage 5 - Strategic Leadership Interview
2-hour in-person interview with Chief People Officer & CEO
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Stage 6 - Board Member Meeting
Final conversation with Board Member
Key Dates
- Closing Date: 17 October (we may close early subject to application volumes)
- Application & Initial Screen: From 22 September
- First Interview: From 29 September
- Technical Interview: 27 October, 29 October, 3 November
- Leadership Assessment: 10 November, 12 November, 14 November
- Strategic Leadership Interview: 25 November