Job Vacancy Director of Digital Data and Technology - Charity Commission - SCS1

United Kingdom

Government Digital & Data

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Job position Director of Digital Data and Technology - Charity Commission - SCS1

Permanent

As soon as possible

£100k-110k

Hybrid

United Kingdom

Published on 11/12/2025

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The Charity Commission is the independent regulator of charities in England and Wales. We are a non-ministerial Government department accountable to Parliament. Our ambition is to be an expert regulator that is fair, balanced, and independent so that charity sector can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Leadership: Influence organisational strategy and values, ensuring fairness, transparency, and ethical practice

• Planning: Develop and implement the Commission’s digital and data strategy, aligning technology with organisational goals

• Digital Transformation: Oversee delivery of the 2026–2029 transformation programme and a diverse portfolio of digital projects, including procurement and supplier mgmt.

• Capability Building: Ensure the organisation has the technical, security, and data skills required

• Financial Stewardship: Manage significant budgets and guide investment decisions for technology and services

• Innovation in DDaT: Drive adoption of new tech within appropriate risk frameworks

• Technology Architecture: Ensure robust, secure, and resilient infrastructure with effective disaster recovery mechanisms

Candidate profile

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven senior leadership experience in digital, data, & technology

• Expertise in digital transformation & change management

• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to influence at board level

• Ability to lead complex programmes with adaptability & a focus on wellbeing

• Experience managing large teams and external suppliers

Working environment

Location

Bootle, North West England, L20 7HS : Newport, Wales, NP10 8XG

About the jobJob summary

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team reporting to the CEO, the Director of Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) will be a collaborative and inclusive leader who builds on organisational strengths and champions innovation. This role is pivotal in shaping the Commission’s digital future and representing the organisation externally.

You will lead a team of approximately 80 people (growing to 110 post transformation) and manage external service providers across IT operations, cybersecurity, project delivery, and governance. Your leadership will create an environment where inclusion, accountability, and innovation thrive.

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Government Digital and Data is a community of experts leading digital transformation in government, creating more efficient services that have a meaningful impact on people’s lives. Government Digital and Data professionals benefit from cross-government events and learning. From webinars from the world’s leading innovators to digital upskilling sessions.They enhance our professionals’ skills and capabilities, which ultimately enables them to be a part of the world-leading advancements in digital transformation and government innovation.

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Director of Digital Data and Technology - Charity Commission - SCS1

Government Digital & Data