Head of Technology

Are you a visionary technology leader ready to drive large-scale transformation and make a real impact on people, places and public services? We’re looking for a strategic, forward-thinking Head of Technology to lead our digital evolution and ensure our organisation delivers modern, user-centred and data-driven services that truly meet the needs of our communities.

What You’ll Lead

• Define and deliver a bold technology strategy aligned with our priorities.
• Shape a secure, scalable, cloud-first technology landscape.
• Oversee platforms, applications and system optimisation.
• Embed digital, data and technology considerations into major programmes, including transformation initiatives.
• Act as chief technical adviser to senior leaders, directors and elected members.
• Bring innovation into everyday practice, promoting emerging technologies and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policy and best practice.
• Lead financial planning, supplier management and value for money service delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven success in delivering organisation-wide technology strategies.
• Expertise in cloud technologies, cybersecurity, data governance and agile practice.
• Strong leadership capability with experience managing large budgets and complex programmes.
• Ability to co-design solutions with users and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to operate confidently at all levels.
• A strategic mindset with a passion for innovation, service improvement and public value.
• Level 6 qualification in IT or equivalent senior experience required.

Benefits

• Local government pension scheme.
• Flexible scheme, agile working, leadership development and wellbeing support.
• Local government discount schemes.
• Ongoing professional development, including coaching.
• Employee wellbeing support for mental and physical health.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Generous annual leave (starting at 26 days and rising to 31 after 5 years’ service).

If you want to play a leading role in shaping a resilient, agile and future-ready workforce, we’d love to hear from you.

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