Head of Health Intelligence Architecture & Data Platforms

Job summaryNorthamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an exceptional senior data and business intelligence leader to join our Business Intelligence Service as Head of Health Intelligence Architecture & Data Platforms.This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping the Trust's health intelligence technology landscape. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Business Intelligence Service, you will lead the strategic development, governance and optimisation of our data platforms, architecture and reporting environment, helping to drive better decision-making and improved outcomes across the organisation.You will own and evolve the Trust's BI technical estate, including SQL Server, data warehousing, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, SSRS/SSAS, data engineering and integration services. Acting as the Trust's principal technical advisor for health intelligence, you will translate strategic ambitions into practical, scalable and sustainable technical solutions.This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader who can combine deep technical expertise with strong people leadership, stakeholder engagement and a passion for using data to improve healthcare delivery.Main duties of the jobLead the strategic design and development of the Trust's BI and data architecture.Drive the adoption and optimisation of Microsoft Fabric and cloud-based analytics capabilities.Oversee SQL Server, data warehouse, reporting and integration platforms.Develop scalable data models, engineering pipelines and reporting solutions.Provide expert technical advice to senior leaders and key stakeholders.Lead and develop a high-performing team of BI professionals.Establish technical standards, governance and assurance processes- including ownership of a robust and logical Organisational Reporting Structure for the Trust. Support innovation through automation, AI-enabled capabilities and modern analytics tools.Ensure robust information governance, security, resilience and business continuity across the data estate.Deliver a technical roadmap that balances operational priorities with long-term transformation.About usNHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.DetailsDate posted13 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8bSalary 66,582 to 77,368 a year pa pro rata ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number270-TH276-CORPJob locationsSt Mary's HospitalKetteringNN15 7PWUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. Job description Job responsibilitiesFor further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading.Person Specification Knowledge and Experience EssentialEducated to master's level or equivalent experience in business intelligence, data architecture, analytics or a related discipline.Significant senior-level experience leading BI, data or analytics technology functions within a complex organisation.DesirablePostgraduate qualification in a relevant field (e.g. data science, information systems, analytics or digital transformation). Skills and abilities EssentialAdvanced technical expertise across the full BI stackEnd-to-end data architecture and semantic modelling capability Person Specification Knowledge and Experience EssentialEducated to master's level or equivalent experience in business intelligence, data architecture, analytics or a related discipline.Significant senior-level experience leading BI, data or analytics technology functions within a complex organisation.DesirablePostgraduate qualification in a relevant field (e.g. data science, information systems, analytics or digital transformation). Skills and abilities EssentialAdvanced technical expertise across the full BI stackEnd-to-end data architecture and semantic modelling capabilityDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer detailsEmployer nameNorthamptonshire Healthcare Foundation TrustAddressSt Mary's HospitalKetteringNN15 7PWUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorthamptonshire Healthcare Foundation TrustAddressSt Mary's HospitalKetteringNN15 7PWUnited KingdomEmployer's website