Head of Geographic Information & Remote Sensing

We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Geographic Information & Remote Sensing to lead our Geographic Information (GI) and Remote Sensing (RS) team on an 18-month fixed term contract. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the strategy and professional development of our GI and RS services across the organisation, ensuring they align with our overall strategic goals. You’ll oversee innovation, data management, and professional growth, making sure our capabilities deliver for our ambitious organisational goals. Salary range: £54,639 - £58,149 based on skills and experience. 

Working with us means being part of an organisation that cares deeply for nature, beauty, and history. We work to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact, striving to innovate and embrace change while valuing sustainability and excellence. You’ll be part of a team that works purposefully, prioritises effectively, and focuses on delivering high-quality services. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. Travel will be required in this role to interact with our community of regionally based GIS consultants and data officers as well as property and regional clients.   

In this role, you’ll will lead a high-performing team responsible for the development, data management, and consultancy functions within GI & RS. You’ll will craft and execute a comprehensive strategy that describes the vision for GI/ RS at National Trust including integration with wider organisational services and function. You’ll be responsible Key responsibilities include: for ensuring GIS & RS is enabling the GIS to deliver organisational strategy goals and leading change where required. You’ll be a leader and a coach, mentoring your team to support orginisational needs and leading the professional development of the GI & RS team, ensuring they adhere to industry standards. You’ll oversee spacial data management to ensure it meets the organisation's needs, while also driving research and innovation in geospatial data by collaborating with internal teams and external partners. You’ll also focus on building and maintaining strong relationships across various units and departments.  

We’re looking for a visionary leader with a passion for geospatial technologies and data science. You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role. 

 The ideal candidate will have: 

• A strong theoretical background in Geographic Information and Remote Sensing through a relevant degree or significant experience. 
• Proven ability to develop and deliver GI & RS strategies that align with broader organisational objectives. 
• Exceptional leadership skills, including experience managing and motivating high-performance teams. 
• A track record of leading change within large organisations and building strong stakeholder relationships. 
• Creativity and the ability to turn ambiguity into actionable plans. 
• Excellent communication and project management skills. 

 If you’re a strategic thinker, passionate about technology and innovation, and thrive in a leadership role, we’d love to hear from you! 

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

•Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

•Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

•Rental deposit loan scheme

•Season ticket loan

•EV car lease scheme 

•Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

•Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

•Flexible working whenever possible

•Employee assistance programme

•Free parking at most Trust places

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