As Deputy Chief Data Officer, you will support the Chief Data Officer in leading Defra’s enterprise-wide data function, helping to shape and deliver the Data and Information Strategic Roadmap 2030 across Defra and its Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs). Working within a complex, federated organisation, you’ll help ensure data is managed as a strategic asset, enabling better services, informed policy decisions and the successful adoption of emerging technologies, including AI.
This is a high-profile leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence data strategy across one of the UK’s largest government departments while developing capability, driving transformation and fostering a culture of collaboration and data sharing.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Chief Data Officer in leading Defra’s enterprise-wide data function and delivering the Data and Information Strategic Roadmap 2030.
- Help shape and implement data strategy, governance and policy to improve the management, sharing and use of data across Defra Group and its ALBs.
- Drive organisational change by embedding modern data practices, improving data capability and promoting a culture where data is treated as a strategic asset.
- Support the leadership and development of the Chief Data Office, building a high-performing team and strengthening Defra’s wider data community.
- Work closely with digital, technology, science and analytical leaders to develop data platforms and services that enable better access to data and support Defra’s AI ambitions.
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Defra Group, aligning priorities and delivering a shared strategic vision for data.
- Represent the Chief Data Office internally and externally, influencing senior leaders and championing best practice in data management and governance.
- Support strategic investment decisions across data platforms, programmes and core data capabilities to maximise value and organisational outcomes.
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Deputy Chief Data Officer
Company: Government Recruitment Service Salary: £86,000 – £117,000 Hours: Full-time Location: London Job type: Permanent Posting date: 19 Aug 2026 Closing date: 1 Sept 2026
Summary
As Deputy Chief Data Officer, you will support the Chief Data Officer in leading Defra’s enterprise-wide data function, helping to shape and deliver the Data and Information Strategic Roadmap 2030 across Defra and its Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs). Working within a complex, federated organisation, you’ll help ensure data is managed as a strategic asset, enabling better services, informed policy decisions and the successful adoption of emerging technologies, including AI.
This is a high-profile leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence data strategy across one of the UK’s largest government departments while developing capability, driving transformation and fostering a culture of collaboration and data sharing.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Chief Data Officer in leading Defra’s enterprise-wide data function and delivering the Data and Information Strategic Roadmap 2030.
- Help shape and implement data strategy, governance and policy to improve the management, sharing and use of data across Defra Group and its ALBs.
- Drive organisational change by embedding modern data practices, improving data capability and promoting a culture where data is treated as a strategic asset.
- Support the leadership and development of the Chief Data Office, building a high-performing team and strengthening Defra’s wider data community.
- Work closely with digital, technology, science and analytical leaders to develop data platforms and services that enable better access to data and support Defra’s AI ambitions.
- Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Defra Group, aligning priorities and delivering a shared strategic vision for data.
- Represent the Chief Data Office internally and externally, influencing senior leaders and championing best practice in data management and governance.
- Support strategic investment decisions across data platforms, programmes and core data capabilities to maximise value and organisational outcomes.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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