Head of Tech & Business Intelligence
Head of Tech & Business Intelligence
At Hammonds Furniture, we are a family-run business that specialises in fitted furniture and tailored storage solutions. With over 20 showrooms nationwide, we are dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative designs to our customers. Our vision is to create well-ordered homes, and we believe our furniture has the power to transform living spaces.
Role overview:
We’re on the lookout for a transformational tech leader ready to shape the future of IT and Business Intelligence at Hammonds Furniture Ltd. As Head of Tech & Business Intelligence, you will take full ownership of our core technology systems, infrastructure, support services, cybersecurity, data governance, and reporting platforms.
Reporting directly to the Chief Finance & Risk Officer (CFRO), you’ll lead a talented team of IT and BI professionals across software development, support, and infrastructure. Your mission? To embed technology and data as essential business enablers—driving performance, scalability, innovation, and growth across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Technology & IT Leadership
- Own and manage core systems and infrastructure, ensuring stability, performance, and alignment with business needs.
- Oversee helpdesk and support operations, delivering responsive, efficient support across all departments.
- Drive IT process improvements and integrations to improve workflows and user experience.
- Lead technology projects that align with strategic transformation initiatives.
Business Intelligence & Data
- Build and maintain a centralised, trusted data platform that delivers real-time, dynamic insights.
- Deliver high-quality dashboards, reports, and analytics tools that inform faster, better business decisions.
- Champion data governance, consistency, and predictive analytics across the business.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
- Own Hammonds’ cybersecurity posture and ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations.
- Act as the company’s Designated Data Protection Officer (DPO), managing risk and ensuring privacy best practices.
Strategic Business Partnership
- Work closely with business leaders to identify needs and deliver technology and data solutions that enable smarter decision-making and operational excellence.
- Support cross-functional projects, ensuring technology supports transformation goals.
How you will succeed:
You are an experienced tech leader with a track record of delivering business value through technology and data. You balance operational excellence with strategic thinking and are confident leading teams, managing change, and driving cross-departmental collaboration.
You’ll thrive if you can:
- Translate complex problems into smart, scalable solutions
- Lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment
- Drive continuous improvement through data, automation, and new technology adoption
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership
Leadership at Hammonds: Our Values in Action
At Hammonds, our culture is guided by three core values that shape how we lead and work together:
- Be Real: Lead with honesty, transparency, and respect. Build strong relationships based on trust.
- Be Creative: Inspire innovation and new ideas that improve how we work and what we deliver.
- Be Committed: Show dedication to excellence. Foster a culture of learning, growth, and accountability.
You’ll also be expected to champion continuous development, strategic collaboration, operational excellence, and data-driven decision-making.
Why Join Us:
At Hammonds, we recognise that it is our people who are our greatest asset, so come and join a team of like-minded individuals and live the Hammonds Way. We live by our three values which are to Be Real, Be Creative and Be Committed – if you resonate with this and are looking for a new opportunity in a business that supports your growth and development, we encourage you to apply to our career opportunity for immediate consideration.