Director of Digital, Data and Technology

Lead change. Shape lives. Be part of something new.

Digital is the backbone of transformation, and central to how we deliver for residents. We’re building reliable, secure foundations and embracing innovation to create services that are simpler, faster and more accessible. This is your opportunity to lead that journey.

You’ll set the vision and lead the delivery of resilient, scalable platforms and services that enable seamless resident experiences and smarter ways of working. You’ll own our digital strategy and roadmap; strengthen cyber security, disaster recovery and business continuity; and accelerate automation, data and AI adoption where it adds real value.

You’ll lead a high-performing multidisciplinary team; embed user-centred design and agile delivery; and make sure we’re getting full value from strategic partners and suppliers, including contract and vendor management in a multi-vendor environment. You’ll bring strong market awareness and networks and the technical astuteness to judge the art of the possible, from modern platforms and integration to data governance, analytics and robotics.

Director of Digital, Data and Technology

Grade SMRE : £117,963 - £136,101

About you

You’ll be an experienced digital leader with a track record of enterprise-scale transformation in complex organisations. You’ll combine expertise in cyber security, resilience and disaster recovery with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear strategy for senior stakeholders.

You’ll have experience leading multidisciplinary teams and fostering an inclusive culture, alongside strong skills in supplier and contract management. You’ll understand data governance, analytics and automation, and you’ll be alert to sector trends and networks such as LOTI and SOCITM. Above all, you’ll balance risk and value, align investment to organisational priorities and champion user-centred design and evidence-based improvement.

If you’re ready to shape the digital future of one of London’s most dynamic boroughs, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more by contacting Del Coutinho Frazer Thouard or Kembi

We are proud to serve one of London’s most diverse boroughs and are committed to building inclusive teams that reflect our communities.

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