> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1163340-director-digital](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1163340-director-digital). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director - Digital - **Company:** The Homes - **Location:** Birmingham, UK (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Decision Support Systems, Service Design - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7724f72be205a1c7 ## About the Role You'll be an experienced and inclusive digital leader, comfortable operating at executive level within a complex organisation., * A proven track record of leading large digital functions and delivering transformation programmes * Experience shaping and delivering digital strategies * Strong understanding of modern platforms, architectures and cloud technologies * The ability to translate strategy into user-centred services * Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including Board-level influence * Experience building and leading high-performing teams You will also: * Lead in a collaborative, inclusive and transparent way * Champion diversity of thought and experience * Create a positive, high-performing culture * Act with integrity, curiosity and purpose ## Description Working closely with the Executive Team and leading our Digital function, the Director - Digital will play a critical role in enabling our organisation's strategic ambitions through high-quality, user-centred digital services. You will be joining a forward-thinking and highly skilled team who are passionate about delivering digital services that improve outcomes for both internal and external stakeholders. We work collaboratively, value diverse perspectives, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where innovation and continuous improvement thrive. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of digital in a national organisation with a strong social purpose. You will be responsible for delivering a step change in our digital capability, service quality and organisational efficiency, translating our digital strategy into clear, measurable outcomes that deliver real value. You will: * Shape and deliver the organisation's digital strategy aligned to organisational goals and user needs * Lead major digital transformation programmes at pace and scale, ensuring clear benefits realisation * Drive the transition to a product and service-led operating model * Simplify and modernise the digital estate * Build and lead capability across engineering, architecture, service design and innovation * Ensure services are secure, reliable and aligned with best practice standards * Establish strong governance, performance measures and assurance. Working with senior stakeholders, including Board-level colleagues, you will act as a trusted advisor and ambassador for digital, embedding data-driven decision making and continuous improvement. ## Related Videos - [What If We Designed Employee Experience Like a Customer Journey?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1824-what-if-we-designed-employee-experience-like-a-customer-journey) - [Beyond the 9–5: Designing Work Around Humans](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1321-beyond-the-9-5-designing-work-around-humans) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Augmented Intelligence for transport planning: Human in the Loop Modelling](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/72-augmented-intelligence-for-transport-planning-human-in-the-loop-modelling) - [Design as an algorithm, not as a feature](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/471-design-as-an-algorithm-not-as-a-feature) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Remote, Hybrid, or In-Office: What’s Really Best for Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/638-remote-hybrid-or-in-office-what-s-really-best-for-developers) - [Best Job Boards for Remote Work for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/290-best-job-boards-for-remote-work-for-developers)