The opportunity

‘Good design is obvious, great design is transparent’….Joe Sparano is talking our language when it comes to innovation and architecture at YH. 

We’re on the lookout for a Head of Innovation and Architecture who can take our business strategy and vision and develop and design roadmaps for delivery of seamless, efficient processes, structures and services.  

A bit more about what you’ll get up to…  

• You’ll use your expert knowledge of Business Architecture to design and implement our vision, strategies and target operating model across YH. 

• You and your team will really help the business do things differently, helping them understand what innovation looks like and how it can help across every team and role.  

• You’ll nurture talent in our Innovation & Architecture team by coaching, mentoring and motivating the team. 

• You’ll work with stakeholders across the business, understanding the strategy in each area and helping the business work out their plans. 

What we’re all about   

• We own and manage nearly 20,000 homes (and counting) across Yorkshire and our mission is to make it possible for our customers to have a place they’re proud to call home.  

• We’re all about customer experience and thinking differently to offer great services. 

• We’re also a major developer in Yorkshire with plans to build 8,000 new homes. 

• To do all this, we need great people to work with us. Could that be you?  

Sounds good right? Here’s what we need from you…  

• Confidence to really steer our strategic direction at a senior level 

• Experience of leading and developing a team of innovation and architecture professionals  

• You enjoy influencing stakeholders, getting their buy in and commitment  

What’s in it for you

In return, we offer a salary of £81,928 per annum for a 35 hour week, 28 days annual leave (raising annually to 33 days) plus Bank Holidays.

We also work (truly) flexibly, and believe work is something you do, not somewhere you go.

But that’s not all. We offer a reward package to suit everyone. At YH, you can claim back for prescriptions, eye tests and more with our cash plan, make the most of a variety of retail discounts and take advantage of our pension scheme where we’ll match your contributions up to 9%, just to name a few.

Our people’s health and wellbeing is one of our top priorities, and you can make the most of our readily available wellbeing support package. This includes access to a library of free fitness classes, as well as an instant My GP service and free counselling sessions with a trained professional.

So, now you’re really interested?

At YH, we’re actively building a work environment that’s inclusive as well as diverse, where everyone can contribute their best work and be themselves. We believe difference is what makes us stronger and recognise the importance of our teams reflecting the communities we serve, so we welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds for this role.

If you require additional support with your application, please contact our recruitment team via email to recruitment@yorkshirehousing.co.uk.

The fine print

The closing date for applications will be 28th August 2022 but we might close it early if we get lots of fab candidates, so don’t wait!

If you’re applying for this role internally, you must inform your current Line Manager.

Our values

We’re looking for people who want to get stuck in and make a positive difference to people’s lives. We want you to own the work you do and achieve impact.

You’ll make it happen by being curious and creating trust with our customers and each other. We want you to love what you do and have fun along the way.  

A bit more about us

We’ve got a few ‘house rules’ at Yorkshire Housing (no pun intended!). One of them is work is something that you do, not somewhere that you go and another is that we think in careers, not jobs. Our flexible working environment and friendly culture means you can be yourself, take advantage of development opportunities and succeed – that’s just how we roll. 

We’re inclusive and welcoming and offer a fun and open culture with a shared belief in making a positive difference to people’s lives – it really does feel like joining a big family!