NHBC is looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Architect to design and guide the technology platforms that power NHBC. This role involves ensuring secure, scalable cloud and infrastructure services while working closely with various teams to implement modern infrastructure practices. With responsibilities ranging from defining architecture to supporting automation and compliance, the candidate should have significant experience in cloud and security architecture. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Milton Keynes/London, with a competitive salary and benefits including enhanced leave and pension schemes.
18/05/2026
Full time
NHBC is looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Architect to design and guide the technology platforms that power NHBC. This role involves ensuring secure, scalable cloud and infrastructure services while working closely with various teams to implement modern infrastructure practices. With responsibilities ranging from defining architecture to supporting automation and compliance, the candidate should have significant experience in cloud and security architecture. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Milton Keynes/London, with a competitive salary and benefits including enhanced leave and pension schemes.
Overview Job Role: Senior Data Product Delivery Manager Salary: £92,000 - £113,500 dependant on experience + 20% performance bonus + car allowance Working location: Milton Keynes / London, Hybrid Employment type: Full time, Permanent Job summary: At NHBC, we're building a data capability that underpins our purpose: raising standards in house building and protecting homeowners. Data is central to how we deliver insight, support innovation, and drive transformation across our organisation. We're looking for a Senior Data Product Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of our growing portfolio of data products. In this senior, hands on leadership role, you'll ensure every data initiative delivers measurable business value, aligns with NHBC's enterprise data strategy, and supports major transformation programmes such as Phoenix and ERP modernisation. Reporting to the Chief Data and Architecture Officer, you'll define and embed how NHBC delivers data products, creating an environment where teams can work with agility, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to shape NHBC's data delivery capability for the future, helping us build scalable, cloud-based platforms that make a real difference for our colleagues, partners, and customers. Responsibilities Shape NHBC's data delivery model - define and embed the strategic framework for data product delivery, aligning with our enterprise data strategy and wider business objectives. Lead the data product portfolio - oversee planning, prioritisation, and sequencing across multiple domains to balance short term value with long term strategic outcomes. Champion product led, outcome focused delivery - embed data as a product principles and agile practices that focus on delivering business impact, not just outputs. Ensure strategic alignment - work closely with Product Owners, architects, and transformation leads to keep delivery connected to enterprise priorities and technology roadmaps. Provide senior delivery assurance - manage dependencies, risks, and timelines to ensure delivery excellence, pace, and quality. Represent data delivery at senior forums - act as the voice of data delivery in governance structures, programme boards, and executive discussions. Develop capability and maturity - build and coach high performing teams, embedding best practice and continuous improvement across all data delivery disciplines. Foster collaboration and culture - promote openness, trust, and shared ownership across business, data, and technology teams. Oversee vendor and partner delivery - ensure third party contributions align with NHBC's standards and strategic direction. Promote transparency and measurable outcomes - provide clear, meaningful reporting that keeps senior stakeholders informed and engaged. Qualifications Proven experience delivering data and analytics products within complex organisations. Strong track record leading delivery in modern cloud data environments (e.g. Snowflake, dbt, Power BI) using agile and iterative methods. Demonstrated ability to align technical delivery with measurable business outcomes. Experience coordinating across engineering, analytics, architecture, and governance functions without reliance on traditional project structures. Experience building or scaling delivery frameworks or operating models for data or digital functions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Strategic and analytical mindset, able to shape and execute delivery plans with clarity and purpose. Comfortable leading through ambiguity and fostering alignment across diverse teams. Skilled facilitator with a focus on outcomes, accountability, and continuous improvement. Proficiency with delivery tools (e.g. Jira, Azure DevOps, Miro, Confluence). Deep understanding of agile delivery, data lifecycle management, and value driven product thinking. Benefits 27 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) Life assurance Subsidised private medical insurance Employee discounts platform Two days volunteer leave Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents Inclusive Recruitment We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
18/05/2026
Full time
Overview Job Role: Senior Data Product Delivery Manager Salary: £92,000 - £113,500 dependant on experience + 20% performance bonus + car allowance Working location: Milton Keynes / London, Hybrid Employment type: Full time, Permanent Job summary: At NHBC, we're building a data capability that underpins our purpose: raising standards in house building and protecting homeowners. Data is central to how we deliver insight, support innovation, and drive transformation across our organisation. We're looking for a Senior Data Product Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of our growing portfolio of data products. In this senior, hands on leadership role, you'll ensure every data initiative delivers measurable business value, aligns with NHBC's enterprise data strategy, and supports major transformation programmes such as Phoenix and ERP modernisation. Reporting to the Chief Data and Architecture Officer, you'll define and embed how NHBC delivers data products, creating an environment where teams can work with agility, accountability, and continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to shape NHBC's data delivery capability for the future, helping us build scalable, cloud-based platforms that make a real difference for our colleagues, partners, and customers. Responsibilities Shape NHBC's data delivery model - define and embed the strategic framework for data product delivery, aligning with our enterprise data strategy and wider business objectives. Lead the data product portfolio - oversee planning, prioritisation, and sequencing across multiple domains to balance short term value with long term strategic outcomes. Champion product led, outcome focused delivery - embed data as a product principles and agile practices that focus on delivering business impact, not just outputs. Ensure strategic alignment - work closely with Product Owners, architects, and transformation leads to keep delivery connected to enterprise priorities and technology roadmaps. Provide senior delivery assurance - manage dependencies, risks, and timelines to ensure delivery excellence, pace, and quality. Represent data delivery at senior forums - act as the voice of data delivery in governance structures, programme boards, and executive discussions. Develop capability and maturity - build and coach high performing teams, embedding best practice and continuous improvement across all data delivery disciplines. Foster collaboration and culture - promote openness, trust, and shared ownership across business, data, and technology teams. Oversee vendor and partner delivery - ensure third party contributions align with NHBC's standards and strategic direction. Promote transparency and measurable outcomes - provide clear, meaningful reporting that keeps senior stakeholders informed and engaged. Qualifications Proven experience delivering data and analytics products within complex organisations. Strong track record leading delivery in modern cloud data environments (e.g. Snowflake, dbt, Power BI) using agile and iterative methods. Demonstrated ability to align technical delivery with measurable business outcomes. Experience coordinating across engineering, analytics, architecture, and governance functions without reliance on traditional project structures. Experience building or scaling delivery frameworks or operating models for data or digital functions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Strategic and analytical mindset, able to shape and execute delivery plans with clarity and purpose. Comfortable leading through ambiguity and fostering alignment across diverse teams. Skilled facilitator with a focus on outcomes, accountability, and continuous improvement. Proficiency with delivery tools (e.g. Jira, Azure DevOps, Miro, Confluence). Deep understanding of agile delivery, data lifecycle management, and value driven product thinking. Benefits 27 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) Life assurance Subsidised private medical insurance Employee discounts platform Two days volunteer leave Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents Inclusive Recruitment We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
Overview Job Role: Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salary: £95,000 - £114,000 depending on experience + 15% bonus Working location: Milton Keynes / London, Hybrid Employment type: Full time, Permanent Job Summary: We're looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Architect to design and guide the technology platforms that power NHBC. You'll ensure our cloud and infrastructure services are secure, scalable, and built for the future, helping NHBC achieve its transformation goals while staying compliant, cost effective, and resilient. Reporting to the Lead Architect, you'll set technical standards across infrastructure, cloud, identity, and cyber security. Working closely with Information Security, Engineering, DevOps, and Operations teams, you'll embed secure by design thinking and modern, automated infrastructure practices across the organisation. What you'll do Define and maintain NHBC's cloud, security, and infrastructure architecture and standards Design cloud-native and hybrid solutions that balance performance, resilience, and cost Collaborate with DevOps teams to drive automation and infrastructure as code practices Ensure designs meet security, compliance, and operational expectations from the start Support lifecycle planning from platform upgrades to rationalisation Advise on security tooling, identity management, and threat mitigation Work with Information Security and Risk teams to meet regulatory and governance standards Contribute to cost optimised, sustainable cloud design Stay informed on emerging cloud, cyber, and infrastructure trends and recommend improvements What you'll bring Strong experience in cloud, infrastructure, and security architecture Proven success designing and governing secure, scalable hybrid environments Deep understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred), networking, and identity management Experience with automation tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or Ansible Knowledge of secure by design and infrastructure as code principles Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex risks clearly Analytical, pragmatic mindset, balancing innovation, performance, and cost Familiarity with platform monitoring, lifecycle management, and licensing considerations What we offer 27 days annual leave + bank holidays holiday purchase scheme enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) life assurance subsidised private medical insurance employee discounts platform two days volunteer leave enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents Inclusive culture We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing. We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Our first step is to review applications to ensure candidates meet the essential criteria for the role. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
18/05/2026
Full time
Overview Job Role: Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salary: £95,000 - £114,000 depending on experience + 15% bonus Working location: Milton Keynes / London, Hybrid Employment type: Full time, Permanent Job Summary: We're looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Architect to design and guide the technology platforms that power NHBC. You'll ensure our cloud and infrastructure services are secure, scalable, and built for the future, helping NHBC achieve its transformation goals while staying compliant, cost effective, and resilient. Reporting to the Lead Architect, you'll set technical standards across infrastructure, cloud, identity, and cyber security. Working closely with Information Security, Engineering, DevOps, and Operations teams, you'll embed secure by design thinking and modern, automated infrastructure practices across the organisation. What you'll do Define and maintain NHBC's cloud, security, and infrastructure architecture and standards Design cloud-native and hybrid solutions that balance performance, resilience, and cost Collaborate with DevOps teams to drive automation and infrastructure as code practices Ensure designs meet security, compliance, and operational expectations from the start Support lifecycle planning from platform upgrades to rationalisation Advise on security tooling, identity management, and threat mitigation Work with Information Security and Risk teams to meet regulatory and governance standards Contribute to cost optimised, sustainable cloud design Stay informed on emerging cloud, cyber, and infrastructure trends and recommend improvements What you'll bring Strong experience in cloud, infrastructure, and security architecture Proven success designing and governing secure, scalable hybrid environments Deep understanding of cloud platforms (Azure preferred), networking, and identity management Experience with automation tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or Ansible Knowledge of secure by design and infrastructure as code principles Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex risks clearly Analytical, pragmatic mindset, balancing innovation, performance, and cost Familiarity with platform monitoring, lifecycle management, and licensing considerations What we offer 27 days annual leave + bank holidays holiday purchase scheme enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) life assurance subsidised private medical insurance employee discounts platform two days volunteer leave enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents Inclusive culture We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing. We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Our first step is to review applications to ensure candidates meet the essential criteria for the role. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
NHBC is seeking a Salesforce Solution Architect to design secure and integrated Salesforce solutions. This full-time role, based in the UK with flexible working options, includes a competitive salary ranging from £95,000 to £114,000 plus a 15% bonus. The candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and implement innovative features. An inclusive workplace and benefits like 27 days of annual leave make NHBC a family-friendly employer valued for its commitment to growth and employee development.
18/05/2026
Full time
NHBC is seeking a Salesforce Solution Architect to design secure and integrated Salesforce solutions. This full-time role, based in the UK with flexible working options, includes a competitive salary ranging from £95,000 to £114,000 plus a 15% bonus. The candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture and implement innovative features. An inclusive workplace and benefits like 27 days of annual leave make NHBC a family-friendly employer valued for its commitment to growth and employee development.
Overview Job Role: Salesforce Solution Architect Salary: £95,000 - £114,000 dependant on experience + 15% bonus Working location: Flexible - with travel to Milton Keynes / London Employment type: Full time, Permanent Job Summary: We're looking for a Salesforce Solution Architect to design, govern, and guide scalable, secure, and integrated Salesforce solutions across NHBC. Reporting to the Lead Architect, you'll play a key role in shaping CRM, customer portals, workflow automation, and internal processes, ensuring that platform investments are aligned with enterprise architecture, data governance, and strategic priorities. You'll collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, delivery partners, and engineering teams to provide architectural leadership, act as a design authority, and support innovation through responsible adoption of features like AI, low code, and advanced integrations. What you'll do Define and maintain end-to-end Salesforce architectures aligned with NHBC standards Translate business requirements into scalable designs across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and related modules Ensure platform solutions meet data governance, integration, and security principles Provide input on investment decisions, technical options, and cost benefit analysis Act as a design authority across delivery teams and partner implementations Develop and maintain architectural artefacts, design patterns, and usage guidance Collaborate on APIs, synchronisation strategies, and cross-platform workflows Evaluate and guide adoption of new Salesforce features (AI, automation, low-code) Embed architectural standards into Salesforce DevOps and engineering practices Represent Salesforce architecture in design assurance forums and transformation programmes What you'll bring Proven experience designing and delivering Salesforce solutions in complex or regulated organisations Strong expertise in Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and requirements driven solution design Excellent communication and leadership skills, translating business needs into architectural outcomes Deep understanding of integration, security, and data flows within Salesforce and across enterprise systems Ability to design for compliance, reuse, scalability, and maintainability Familiarity with Snowflake, cloud-native integrations, and emerging Salesforce innovations (AI, low-code, AgentForce) Salesforce certifications (Application or System Architect) and experience with DevOps tooling Experience in insurance, housing, or construction sectors, and with federated delivery teams What we offer Our benefits package includes: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays holiday purchase scheme enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) life assurance subsidised private medical insurance employee discounts platform two days volunteer leave enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents + many more! Who we are At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners. Why you should join us As a modern, family-friendly employer, we're in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We're seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. Once onboard, you'll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You'll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey. We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we're always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements. Our inclusive culture We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing. We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Our first step is to review applications to ensure candidates meet the essential criteria for the role. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
18/05/2026
Full time
Overview Job Role: Salesforce Solution Architect Salary: £95,000 - £114,000 dependant on experience + 15% bonus Working location: Flexible - with travel to Milton Keynes / London Employment type: Full time, Permanent Job Summary: We're looking for a Salesforce Solution Architect to design, govern, and guide scalable, secure, and integrated Salesforce solutions across NHBC. Reporting to the Lead Architect, you'll play a key role in shaping CRM, customer portals, workflow automation, and internal processes, ensuring that platform investments are aligned with enterprise architecture, data governance, and strategic priorities. You'll collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, delivery partners, and engineering teams to provide architectural leadership, act as a design authority, and support innovation through responsible adoption of features like AI, low code, and advanced integrations. What you'll do Define and maintain end-to-end Salesforce architectures aligned with NHBC standards Translate business requirements into scalable designs across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Experience Cloud, and related modules Ensure platform solutions meet data governance, integration, and security principles Provide input on investment decisions, technical options, and cost benefit analysis Act as a design authority across delivery teams and partner implementations Develop and maintain architectural artefacts, design patterns, and usage guidance Collaborate on APIs, synchronisation strategies, and cross-platform workflows Evaluate and guide adoption of new Salesforce features (AI, automation, low-code) Embed architectural standards into Salesforce DevOps and engineering practices Represent Salesforce architecture in design assurance forums and transformation programmes What you'll bring Proven experience designing and delivering Salesforce solutions in complex or regulated organisations Strong expertise in Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and requirements driven solution design Excellent communication and leadership skills, translating business needs into architectural outcomes Deep understanding of integration, security, and data flows within Salesforce and across enterprise systems Ability to design for compliance, reuse, scalability, and maintainability Familiarity with Snowflake, cloud-native integrations, and emerging Salesforce innovations (AI, low-code, AgentForce) Salesforce certifications (Application or System Architect) and experience with DevOps tooling Experience in insurance, housing, or construction sectors, and with federated delivery teams What we offer Our benefits package includes: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays holiday purchase scheme enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) life assurance subsidised private medical insurance employee discounts platform two days volunteer leave enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents + many more! Who we are At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners. Why you should join us As a modern, family-friendly employer, we're in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We're seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. Once onboard, you'll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You'll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey. We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we're always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements. Our inclusive culture We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing. We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Our first step is to review applications to ensure candidates meet the essential criteria for the role. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
NHBC is looking for a Senior Digital Services Procurement Business Partner based in Milton Keynes. The role involves leading the strategic sourcing and management of various digital services, including cloud and cybersecurity. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary between £68,000.00 to £82,000.00, a 15% performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced pension schemes and 27 days of annual leave. The work will be hybrid, requiring two days in the office every week.
18/05/2026
Full time
NHBC is looking for a Senior Digital Services Procurement Business Partner based in Milton Keynes. The role involves leading the strategic sourcing and management of various digital services, including cloud and cybersecurity. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary between £68,000.00 to £82,000.00, a 15% performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced pension schemes and 27 days of annual leave. The work will be hybrid, requiring two days in the office every week.
Overview Job Role: Senior Digital Services Procurement Business Partner Salary: £68,000.00 - £82,000.00 (depending on experience) + 15% performance bonus Working Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid Employment Type: Full-time, permanent Working arrangements: 2 days in the office, Tue is set day Job summary: The Senior Procurement Business Partner - Digital Services is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, and supplier management of all Digital Services (DS) related products and services within NHBC. This includes cloud services, software licensing, cybersecurity, data platforms, telecommunications, technology transformation programmes and outsourced managed service arrangements. The role will also provide leadership to one direct report, supporting their development, capability growth, and delivery of procurement activities. The position ensures value for money, robust third party risk management, regulatory compliance, and strong supplier performance, directly supporting NHBC's DS strategy and operational resilience commitments. What you'll be doing Lead DS category strategy and end-to-end sourcing across IT, cloud, SaaS, and outsourcing. Run RFI/RFPs, market analysis, and negotiate complex IT contracts and supplier agreements. Ensure procurement aligns with FCA/PRA governance and third-party risk requirements. Manage key suppliers, performance (SLAs/KPIs), risk, and contract lifecycle. Drive cost optimisation, innovation, and strong commercial outcomes. Collaborate with Legal, Risk, IT, Security, and Finance on compliance, budgeting, and reporting. Maintain contract records and provide spend, savings, and performance insights. Act as a trusted adviser to stakeholders and represent Procurement in governance forums. Line manage and develop one direct report while fostering a high-performing team culture. What we're looking for Extensive experience in digital/IT procurement, sourcing, and transformation (cloud, SaaS, outsourcing). Strong knowledge of IT domains (cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data, DevOps) and complex systems. Proven ability to negotiate high-value contracts and deliver cost savings and commercial value. Skilled in supplier management, risk assessment, and TCO optimisation. Strong commercial, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, including C-suite engagement. Effective communicator of complex risks to non-commercial audiences. Organised, detail-oriented, and strong in governance, reporting, and prioritisation. Confident negotiator and collaborative leader with people management experience. What we offer Our benefits package includes: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) Life assurance Subsidised private medical insurance Employee discounts platform Two days volunteer leave Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents + many more! Disability Confident organisation We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Our first step is to review applications to ensure candidates meet the essential criteria for the role. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
18/05/2026
Full time
Overview Job Role: Senior Digital Services Procurement Business Partner Salary: £68,000.00 - £82,000.00 (depending on experience) + 15% performance bonus Working Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid Employment Type: Full-time, permanent Working arrangements: 2 days in the office, Tue is set day Job summary: The Senior Procurement Business Partner - Digital Services is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing, commercial negotiation, and supplier management of all Digital Services (DS) related products and services within NHBC. This includes cloud services, software licensing, cybersecurity, data platforms, telecommunications, technology transformation programmes and outsourced managed service arrangements. The role will also provide leadership to one direct report, supporting their development, capability growth, and delivery of procurement activities. The position ensures value for money, robust third party risk management, regulatory compliance, and strong supplier performance, directly supporting NHBC's DS strategy and operational resilience commitments. What you'll be doing Lead DS category strategy and end-to-end sourcing across IT, cloud, SaaS, and outsourcing. Run RFI/RFPs, market analysis, and negotiate complex IT contracts and supplier agreements. Ensure procurement aligns with FCA/PRA governance and third-party risk requirements. Manage key suppliers, performance (SLAs/KPIs), risk, and contract lifecycle. Drive cost optimisation, innovation, and strong commercial outcomes. Collaborate with Legal, Risk, IT, Security, and Finance on compliance, budgeting, and reporting. Maintain contract records and provide spend, savings, and performance insights. Act as a trusted adviser to stakeholders and represent Procurement in governance forums. Line manage and develop one direct report while fostering a high-performing team culture. What we're looking for Extensive experience in digital/IT procurement, sourcing, and transformation (cloud, SaaS, outsourcing). Strong knowledge of IT domains (cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data, DevOps) and complex systems. Proven ability to negotiate high-value contracts and deliver cost savings and commercial value. Skilled in supplier management, risk assessment, and TCO optimisation. Strong commercial, analytical, and stakeholder management skills, including C-suite engagement. Effective communicator of complex risks to non-commercial audiences. Organised, detail-oriented, and strong in governance, reporting, and prioritisation. Confident negotiator and collaborative leader with people management experience. What we offer Our benefits package includes: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays Holiday purchase scheme Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%) Life assurance Subsidised private medical insurance Employee discounts platform Two days volunteer leave Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents + many more! Disability Confident organisation We are a Disability Confident organisation committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Our first step is to review applications to ensure candidates meet the essential criteria for the role. We assess skills, experience, and potential objectively, and provide support or reasonable adjustments where needed. Candidates who meet the criteria will progress to the next stage.
