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Information Governance Officer Nantgarw - Hybrid - 3 days in, 2 from home 18 Month Contract £31,049-£37,769 (DOE) Excellent opportunity for someone holding a Data Protection Practitioner Certificate to join one of the most interesting and complex projects in the UK offering ownership opportunities, a long-term contract, and a project that will change the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in the UK! In this role you will join a small team of 3 other Information Governance professionals tasked with one of the most ambitious digital projects in the UK. There will be lots of new challenges associated with getting this project off the ground that will be unique. You will work very closely with other departments to come up with solutions that comply with the law but also work for everyone they need to. The ideal candidate will hold a Data Protection Practitioner Certificate holder, have strong communication and problem solving skills, and be able to hit the ground running in a new position. This will be a Monday to Friday position with hybrid working baked in. This position is commutable from Caerphilly, Cardiff, Newport, Pontypridd, Bridgend, Porthcawl, Port Talbot, Swansea, Merthyr Tydfil, Cwmbran, Blackwood, Abergavenny, Bristol and the surrounding areas. This is a fantastic opportunity stamp your mark on a first-of-its-kind project that will make meaningful impacts to thousands of people across the UK, a long-term contract, and the chance to lead and own various areas of the business. The Role: *Joining a small team *Advising on and problem solving Data Protection/Information Governance issues *Workshopping issues with other areas of the organisation to come up with novel solutions *Hybrid working, 3 day in, 2 from home (on average and project dependant) The Person: *Holds a Data Protection Practitioner Certificate *Good communication and problem solving skills *Commutable to the Nantgarw area *Any understanding of NHS systems would be beneficial but not essential Reference Number: BBBH267850 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tommy Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. Rise Technical Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Information Governance Assurance Manager Norwich (On-site / Public Sector) £28.48-£32.06 per hour (Contract) Excellent opportunity for an experienced Information Governance / Data Protection professional to join a large public sector organisation in a senior, high-impact role, leading assurance activity across data protection, privacy, DSPT and Trust-wide IG risk reduction. This company are a major public sector organisation running a complex information estate and delivering essential services. They are looking to strengthen Information Governance leadership to ensure policy, assurance and compliance controls remain robust, practical and fit for purpose. In this role you will lead the development and assurance of the organisation's IG framework, oversee DSPT accreditation and improvement plans, deliver DPIAs and risk assessments for new systems/projects, and provide expert advice on data sharing and privacy by design. You'll also manage serious IG incidents/breaches, produce formal reports, support internal/external audits, and present to senior governance forums. The ideal candidate will have senior-level IG experience within a complex environment (NHS/public sector strongly preferred), strong DSPT and GDPR knowledge, and the confidence to advise and influence at SIRO/Caldicott/Director level. You'll be comfortable balancing strategic work with urgent incident response and shifting priorities. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior contract role with genuine influence, protecting sensitive data and enabling safe, compliant digital transformation. The Role: *Lead and assure IG framework, policies, processes and standards across the organisation *Own DSPT assessment/accreditation, reporting and improvement plan delivery *Deliver DPIAs, risk reviews and advice into projects, data sharing and procurements *Manage IG incidents/breaches, audits, reporting and senior stakeholder presentations The Person: *Senior IG / Data Protection experience in a large complex organisation (NHS/public sector ideal) *Strong DSPT + GDPR knowledge; confident delivering DPIAs and assurance activity *Excellent stakeholder management (able to explain complex issues to non-technical leaders) *Comfortable on-site in Norwich with travel to other sites when required Reference Number: BBBH267225 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tommy Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Technology Planning and Governance Manager Be responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of the technology alignment roadmap for Corporate working closely with senior stakeholders, systems owners and 3 parties to deliver innovation. Lead day-to-day support and management of the core business Applications Portfolio lifecycle including but not limited to Finance, Legal, Property, Pensions, Treasury, HR, Business Development, Payroll and our Corporate Intranet ensuring that delivery of change is fit for purpose, of high quality, reliable and secure. Role Responsibilities Drive customer-centricity and stakeholder engagement, work closely with Corp functions to align application roadmaps with the combined Corp IT / SSC annual technology plans and dependencies. Work with senior stakeholders to build, document and map business capability to solution architecture across the Corp. Take ownership and develop a technology roadmap that meets the application requirements of the Corp to support the wider Company businesses. Evaluate the potential impacts of application workloads moving to cloud, notwithstanding the threats and opportunities for Corp functions. Shape, create and present business cases for high level initiatives, seek approval, funding and prioritisation with senior stakeholders. Understand the capital allocation requirement across the Corp functions plus the overall impact of application change on the operational expenditure budget. Align technology roadmaps and annual budget planning, use as the foundation for reporting on the state of the Corp Application portfolio. Provide technical leadership for Corp initiatives engaging across the Company where corporate applications service the wider businesses. Solve complex business problems with process and technology that cut across Corp group such as Identity and Access Management. Document and review IT standards, procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Liaise with internal and external audit teams. Develop and adapt innovation tools and processes to drive operational excellence within Corp IT. Establish and maintain a consistent and integrated approach to information security and data protection governance in line with audit requirements. Create alignment on how to utilise governance forums such as User Experience and Architecture to improve services delivered to Corp functions. Manage solution architects, contractors, 3 Parties and business analyst in the future. Experience Required Significant and relevant progressive IT experience Experience of being in a practical solution planning and technical architecture design role is essential e.g. SaaS, Identity and Access Management Good understanding of emerging and innovative technologies, how to shape, deliver and leverage those technologies Experience of architecture business capability mapping, data management governance, technology roadmaps and project delivery lifecycle processes. Experience of ensuring compliance between corporate business application roadmaps and IT roadmaps. Experience of working within an ITIL service management environment with strong knowledge of business systems or applications within a corporate environment. Ability to deal with and manage conflicts whilst building successful business relationships across a range of stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation. Proven leadership skills, setting objectives and ensuring delivery of services to target Proven contract management, supplier management, procurement, and vendor selection experience Experience of systems such as Microsoft Office 365, Dynamics 365, SAP Success Factors, Treasury Openlink Findur, CMS, BACs Payment Platforms, Microsoft Power BI, Integration/ETL, Azure Active Directory Single Sign On and other bespoke applications Experience in executing business continuity planning and IT DRP Creating solution and technical application architectures, IT standards and policies Day-to-Day management of the Application Portfolio, its currency, dependencies and risk Technical lead on major system changes and upgrades Responsible for the development and management of Solution Architects, Business Analyst and contract resources Provide support to Corporate functions and wider businesses to enable them to optimise their use of corporate applications Vendor Management and selection (RFIs / RFP support) The Client is based in Central London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Data Governance Manager Company Description Our Client is an international bank with offices in Central London. They are now looking to recruit a Data Governance Manager with at least 5 to 10 years proven expertise ideally from a banking environment. Role Description This is a full-time role for a Data Governance Manager. The Data Governance Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of data governance initiatives and developing policies and procedures to support data quality and master data management. The Data Governance Manager will also collaborate with the business intelligence team to ensure that data management and analytics requirements are met. This is an on-site role located in London. Qualifications Data Governance, Data Quality, and Master Data Management skills Experience with data management and developing policies and procedures Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams A Bachelor's degree in computer science, information management, or related field is required Professional certification (e.g. CDQM) in data management or related field is desired This is an exciting new position for this bank. This a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary for this role will be circa £75K - £90K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

As a Data Analyst, you will make sure data is collected, prepared and used in a way that supports clear decision-making and aligns to GDS priorities. You will ingest data from multiple sources and formats, and apply robust validation, cleansing and quality assurance so stakeholders can trust what they are seeing. You will turn analysis into practical outputs, including well-designed reports and interactive dashboards, that help teams understand what is happening, why it matters and what to do next. As a Data Analyst you’ll: Deliver analytical support and insight - Lead the provision of analytical support across the GDS IDEA Unit, providing timely insight that helps teams make decisions and improve outcomes. Manage data-to-insight delivery - Ingest, validate and quality assure data from a range of sources, and apply appropriate analytical methods to generate reliable findings. Own workforce/pay framework analysis - Lead ongoing analysis of the Government Digital and Data Pay and Capability Frameworks (delegated and SCS), working with content designers, user researchers and policy/subject matter leads to identify evidence-based improvements using internal and external data. Develop reporting and visualisation products - Design, build and iterate interactive dashboards and reports that communicate complex insights clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, aligned to user needs. Explore and evaluate AI opportunities - Identify, scope and deliver AI proof-of-concepts, assessing feasibility, business value and practical application, and supporting the transition from concept to use where appropriate. Communicate findings for action - Present and communicate insights to senior decision-makers in a clear, accessible and actionable way, setting out implications, limitations and recommended next steps. Enable adoption through collaboration and governance - Work with programme leads and stakeholders to ensure analysis is proportionate, methodologically sound and meets end-user expectations, including appropriate documentation and quality controls.

Agile Portfolio Governance Lead Target Start Date: ASAP Target End Date: 18/05/2026 Recruitment Type (Contractor or Temp): Contractor Rate: £650 per day, Inside IR35 Location of role: Basingstoke, Bracknell and other sites as needed Location requirement: Hybrid (a flexible attitude to travel and working locations will be required) Clearance Required: SC(potentially obtain DV) Working Pattern: Monday - Friday Mandatory skills: - Experience in implementing agile portfolio management in a product or offerings environment. -Budgeting and forecasting in an agile portfolio including lean budgeting and value stream funding. - Defining and measuring key metrics and KPI's (e.g. Velocity, cycle time, predictability, OKR's). - Data modelling and transformation handling both structure and unstructured data, including schema design and normalisation. - Risk and dependency management. - Coaching and change leadership. - Stakeholder management skills to build and maintain relationships across the business. - Ability to take an outcomes driven approach. - Self-confidence with the ability to listen, influence and negotiate. - Able to solve complex problems and customer challenges. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

The IT Service Transition Team ensures that new or changed IT services move smoothly from design/development into live operation without disrupting business processes. It acts as the bridge between Service Design and Service Operation, following ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) principles to minimise risk and maintain service quality. Role The Service Transition Manager will own the Service Transition process within the ITIL framework and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling the transition of new or changed IT services into live operation. The role ensures that services meet agreed acceptance criteria and are delivered with minimal disruption to business operations. As a member of the Service Transition Team, the Service Transition Manager will support and report to the Senior Service Transition Manager. This post maps to the role/level in the DDaT Profession Capability framework. Follow the link to understand the role and the required skills. A Service Readiness Analyst tests the products and is accountable for application acceptance and checking whether security criteria have been met. At this level, you will flag any potential risks and escalate these to the Senior Service Transition Manager. We are looking for people who are: Highly organised , with excellent planning and coordination skills to manage complex timelines and dependencies. Detail-oriented , ensuring accuracy in documentation, testing, and compliance with governance standards. Proactive with a strong drive to ensure smooth service transitions. Collaborative team players , willing to share knowledge and support colleagues across projects. Effective communicators , able to engage confidently with technical teams, stakeholders, and business users using clear and varied communication methods. Adaptable and resilient , comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing change effectively. Committed to continuous improvement , seeking opportunities to refine processes and enhance service delivery.

As the Senior IT Service Manager for the One Login Service Management team, you will lead engagement with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the needs, risks and challenges of the government services using One Login are properly understood, prioritised and communicated. These services, known as relying parties because they rely on One Login to verify their users identities and provide access, often have different technical, operational and support requirements. Your role will ensure these are managed effectively so that each service receives the right level of assurance and support when using One Login. You will play a key role in shaping and maturing the service model for One Login as it continues to evolve. This means helping ensure a consistent, high quality experience for all government services onboarded to One Login. You will work closely with Product Managers, Supplier Relationship Managers, Service Transition Managers, Technical Architects, Operational Support Teams, Data Specialists and a wide range of stakeholders across government. As a senior member of the Service Management team, you will also help embed a strong service oriented culture, promote best practice and ensure that government services receive the service quality and user experience they need to successfully use One Login. As a Senior IT Service Manager you’ll: be responsible for the day to day service management provided to live relying parties. These are government services that use One Login to confirm users identities and provide access. You will provide assurance to these services and act as the main link between One Login and the services that rely on it build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the relying party services, ensuring their needs and challenges are clearly understood and supported work with relying party teams to identify service improvements and any gaps in the relying party lifecycle, helping to improve how services are onboarded and supported proactively focus on continuous improvement of both your own work and the wider service. You will work with others to improve the user experience, simplify processes and increase the efficiency of One Login services act as a point of escalation for critical issues, providing senior level support to governance meetings, service forums and working groups lead or contribute to service reviews, audits, incident reviews and service improvement initiatives, ensuring lessons are understood and acted upon help shape and mature the overall service management model for One Login, working closely with the relying party service managers and the Lead IT Service Manager

IT Technology Planning & Governance Manager with Enterprise Architect Solutions Our Client is a leading company in the UK who are looking to recruit a candidate with at least 10 years expertise in IT technology and governance planning with Enterprise Architect Solutions experience. The role is Technology Planning Manager where you be responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of the technology alignment roadmap for Corporate working closely with senior stakeholders, systems owners and 3 parties to deliver innovation. Lead day-to-day support and management of the core business Applications Portfolio lifecycle including but not limited to Finance, Legal, Property, Pensions, Treasury, HR, Business Development, Payroll and our Corporate Intranet ensuring that delivery of change is fit for purpose, of high quality, reliable and secure. Role Responsibilities Drive customer-centricity and stakeholder engagement, work closely with Corp functions to align application roadmaps with the combined Corp IT / SSC annual technology plans and dependencies. Work with senior stakeholders to build, document and map business capability to solution architecture across the Corp. Take ownership and develop a technology roadmap that meets the application requirements of the Corp to support the wider Company businesses. Evaluate the potential impacts of application workloads moving to cloud, notwithstanding the threats and opportunities for Corp functions. Shape, create and present business cases for high level initiatives, seek approval, funding and prioritisation with senior stakeholders. Understand the capital allocation requirement across the Corp functions plus the overall impact of application change on the operational expenditure budget. Align technology roadmaps and annual budget planning, use as the foundation for reporting on the state of the Corp Application portfolio. Provide technical leadership for Corp initiatives engaging across the Company where corporate applications service the wider businesses. Solve complex business problems with process and technology that cut across Corp group such as Identity and Access Management. Document and review IT standards, procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Liaise with internal and external audit teams. Develop and adapt innovation tools and processes to drive operational excellence within Corp IT. Establish and maintain a consistent and integrated approach to information security and data protection governance in line with audit requirements. Create alignment on how to utilise governance forums such as User Experience and Architecture to improve services delivered to Corp functions. Manage solution architects, contractors, 3 Parties and business analyst in the future. Experience Required Significant and relevant progressive IT experience Experience of being in a practical solution planning and technical architecture design role is essential e.g. SaaS, Identity and Access Management Good understanding of emerging and innovative technologies, how to shape, deliver and leverage those technologies Experience of architecture business capability mapping, data management governance, technology roadmaps and project delivery lifecycle processes. Experience of ensuring compliance between corporate business application roadmaps and IT roadmaps. Experience of working within an ITIL service management environment with strong knowledge of business systems or applications within a corporate environment. Ability to deal with and manage conflicts whilst building successful business relationships across a range of stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation. Proven leadership skills, setting objectives and ensuring delivery of services to target Proven contract management, supplier management, procurement, and vendor selection experience Experience of systems such as Microsoft Office 365, Dynamics 365, SAP Success Factors, Treasury Openlink Findur, CMS, BACs Payment Platforms, Microsoft Power BI, Integration/ETL, Azure Active Directory Single Sign On and other bespoke applications Experience in executing business continuity planning and IT DRP Creating solution and technical application architectures, IT standards and policies Day-to-Day management of the Application Portfolio, its currency, dependencies and risk Technical lead on major system changes and upgrades Responsible for the development and management of Solution Architects, Business Analyst and contract resources Provide support to Corporate functions and wider businesses to enable them to optimise their use of corporate applications Vendor Management and selection (RFIs / RFP support) The Client is based in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range of £90K - £110K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

As a Software Developer, you'll: Help us to develop high-quality software Support the delivery of a robust and secure service Follow development best-practice, including regular pair programming and test-driven development Help us maintain a live service, keeping it reliable and secure through monitoring and active management of the production infrastructure Become a domain expert and contribute to the direction of the product and wider government services Build up a robust automated test suite to support our continuous deployment environment Work collaboratively with a range of disciplines including product managers, designers and user researchers, as well as other developers, to meet the needs of users of the service Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team, both developers and non-developers, as well as across the wider development community

Key Responsibilities 1. Delivery and Velocity Leadership. Accelerating Flow : Systematically identify, analyse, and remove technical debt and bottlenecks within the Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipeline , focusing on optimising engineering practices to significantly increase delivery velocity across all Agile teams and value streams and digital services. Execution Governance: Ensure that engineering teams operate effectively within the Agile structure, supporting key delivery roles (e.g., Delivery Managers, Product Owners) to achieve frequent, reliable, and high-quality releases. Engineering Tooling: Own the strategy and lifecycle management of core engineering platforms, CI/CD tooling, observability, and testing frameworks to maximise developer productivity and automation. 2. Technical Standards and Assurance (In partnership with the CTO and Chief Information & Security Officer (CISO). Standards Adherence: Work collaboratively with the CTO, who defines the target technical architecture and standards, to establish robust mechanisms for the governance and consistent application of these standards by all engineers. Technical Integrity: Be accountable for the technical integrity, quality, security, and sustainability of the entire digital estate, ensuring all services are built to be secure, resilient, and scalable by default. Security & Compliance: Ensure all infrastructure-as-code and development practices align strictly with Cabinet Office security policies and government-wide technical mandates. 3. Head of Profession & Capability Management. Professional Strategy: Act as the strategic Head of Profession for the Engineering Development (e.g., Software, Data, DevOps) and Infrastructure (e.g., Cloud, Platform, Network) communities. Talent and Skills: Define the technical capability frameworks, recruitment strategy, and career pathways for all engineering roles, ensuring the Cabinet Office can attract, retain, and develop world-class technical talent. Community Leadership: Lead and sponsor thriving Communities of Practice (CoPs) to drive knowledge sharing, mentorship, and a culture of continuous learning and technical mastery across the organisation. People Leadership: Provide inspirational line management, coaching, and direction to senior engineering leaders (e.g., Principal Engineers, Heads of Engineering), fostering an inclusive, high-trust, and performance-driven culture. 4. Corporate and Stakeholder Leadership. Strategic Influence: Serve as a key DDaT representative in corporate and cross-government forums, advocating for the strategic importance of engineering capability and infrastructure investment. Budget Management: Strategic oversight of the budget and commercial relationships related to engineering tooling, platforms, cloud consumption, and professional development. Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively communicate complex technical strategy, progress, and risks to non-technical senior stakeholders, including SCS colleagues and Ministerial private offices.

On a typical day you will… Provide line management, coaching, and development to SOC analysts and engineers. Lead the configuration, tuning, and maintenance of core SOC capabilities including log aggregation, alerting, correlation, threat detection, and response tooling. Collaborate with cyber engineers to develop and automate detection logic and incident response playbooks. Work with our Technical Product Manager and Security Architect to ensure SOC capabilities align with enterprise security architecture and strategy. Develop and maintain scenario-based runbooks and technical procedures for incident response. Engage with project teams to provide security assurance for new and existing services. Drive continuous improvement in SOC operations, tooling, and team capability. Monitor and report on SOC performance, including: - SLA/OLA adherence and incident handling timelines - Volume and severity of security incidents - Average time to detect (MTTD) and respond (MTTR) to threats - Accuracy and relevance of alerts (e.g. reducing false alarms) - Coverage of threat detection across systems and services - Outcome-focused metrics such as reduced dwell time, successful containment rates, and measurable improvements in security posture

You will be joining HM Land Registry in September 2026, for a 12 month placement within our Transformation and Technology directorate in the vibrant, waterfront city of Plymouth. There are four posts available for a Junior DevOps Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer Server Management, Infrastructure Engineer Security and Infrastructure Engineer Databases. Main duties: Provide technical support for maintenance of IT Infrastructure and platforms, as part of a wider infrastructure engineering community. Assist in the planning and management of technical changes related to your IT Operations specialism. Pro-actively support live services. Taking the responsibility for the resolution of live incidents or escalation, as appropriate. Support continuous enhancements to live services and systems to prevent service outage. Take responsibility for assimilating and developing own knowledge base, keeping up to date with emerging technologies and sharing this across the wider infrastructure community. Produce and maintain technical team documentation. Share knowledge and experience with others, in line with the continuous improvement agenda and to help build capability within the IT Operations Practice What will you get from us? A year tailored to meet your development needs and experience in a variety of different areas. We will work with you to ensure that you get the most out of your time working with us. We will support your development aspirations and offer flexibility in your working week, to enable you to achieve a positive work life balance. HMLR believe that a blended approach to where you work may give you an improved experience and has clear business benefits. We expect everyone to typically spend at least 60% of their working time in the office. Please note in the training period, for the first 2 to 4 weeks, it will be expected that you spend 100% of your time in the office. Please see the attached candidate pack for further information.

As a Lead Technical Architect, you will proactively shape and deliver designs for application and infrastructure solutions across multiple projects or teams. You will ensure solutions align with the wider enterprise architecture and strategic goals, leveraging modern technologies to drive innovative outcomes, particularly focussed on using cloud solutions. Collaborating with a range of stakeholders including senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners, you will balance near-term delivery with long-term scalability, security, and maintainability. You will define and evolve technical roadmaps, advise on strategic technology investments, and identify opportunities for continual improvement. Through clear, concise communication, you will secure buy-in for architectural initiatives and mentor junior architects to foster a high-performing architecture community. By evaluating emerging trends, incorporating lessons learned, and championing best practices, you will keep the technical estate flexible and future-proof, positioning the organisation for ongoing success. The roles under this campaign cover a number of Home Office Digital portfolios including: Police & Public Protection Technology (PPPT); Migration and Borders Technology Portfolio (MBTP); the Automation Centre and Enablers (corporate back office) Portfolio.

The Deputy Director, Digital Project and Change Delivery is a senior leadership role within HMCTS Digital and Technology Services (DTS). The postholder will be responsible for driving delivery excellence across a portfolio of digital and technology change initiatives, ensuring that projects and programmes are aligned to HMCTS priorities and delivered to time, cost, and quality standards. Reporting to the Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO), the role provides visible leadership across project delivery and digital workstreams, enabling joined-up delivery and timely resolution of inter-programme challenges. The postholder will also lead delivery of the Decommissioning and Legacy Risk Mitigation (DLRM) Programme — a Government Major Projects Portfolio (GMPP) initiative addressing legacy technology, cyber and operational risks. Acting on behalf of the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO), they will ensure that the programme delivers against its business case, meets the highest technical and security standards, and contributes to the modernisation and resilience of HMCTS’s digital estate. Key Responsibilities Portfolio Delivery Provide strategic leadership across the DTS portfolio of projects and programmes, ensuring work is effectively sequenced, prioritised and governed to deliver HMCTS’s strategic objectives. Shape the overall portfolio roadmap, aligning investment and delivery capacity with business priorities, and maintain oversight of interdependencies to ensure coherent and sustainable progress. Lead prioritisation and trade-off decisions where resource constraints or risks arise, balancing short-term operational needs with long-term transformation goals. Work collaboratively with peers across DTS and the HMCTS Change Portfolio Directorate to enable integrated planning and shared accountability for delivery outcomes. Strengthen capability and consistency across the digital delivery profession by overseeing the Digital Workstreams and Project Delivery Groups. Champion best practice in agile and hybrid delivery, build programme management maturity, and embed performance insights and continuous improvement across teams. Leadership of the Decommissioning and Legacy Risk Mitigation (DLRM) Programme Lead the delivery of the DLRM Programme on behalf of the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO), providing strategic direction and day-to-day oversight of the Programme Director and delivery teams. Ensure commercial, technical and operational delivery are fully integrated, risks are managed proactively, and business case benefits are realised. Champion high standards of delivery practice and governance, maintaining progress across this complex, multi-supplier environment and managing dependencies across HMCTS and MoJ. Ensure all delivery approaches meet the highest technical and security standards, making appropriate use of innovative technologies (such as AI and Low Code) to accelerate progress, reuse capabilities, and reduce cost and risk. Provide authoritative advice to senior stakeholders — including HMCTS and MoJ leadership, the Infrastructure and Projects Authority, Cabinet Office and HM Treasury — and represent the programme in key assurance and investment forums. The DLRM Programme addresses some of HMCTS’s most complex digital and operational challenges, from legacy system retirement to large-scale data migration. The postholder will combine strategic foresight with strong delivery discipline to ensure progress towards a modern, secure and sustainable technology estate. Cross-Government Engagement and Governance Act as a senior digital leader across HMCTS, engaging with MoJ, GDS, and cross-government delivery and assurance bodies as required. Lead DTS contributions to HMCTS governance boards and cross-cutting delivery forums, including ministerial briefings and PAC/NAO engagements as necessary. Team and Community Leadership Provide line and professional leadership to the Heads of Project Delivery and Digital Workstreams. Embed a culture of delivery, accountability and professional excellence within the change community. Champion the Civil Service values, model inclusive leadership, and foster a culture where diverse teams can succeed. Financial and Commercial Stewardship Ensure delivery is underpinned by strong commercial and financial management, with robust oversight of business cases, budgets, procurement pipelines and in-flight delivery performance. Contribute to Spending Review and investment case development, particularly in relation to legacy mitigation, Reform transition, and digital operations continuity. Leading Through Ambiguity / Vision for the Future Deliver insights that shape organisational design, enabling future-ready structures and ways of working. * Be a stabilising force during times of change, guiding teams through transition with clarity, empathy, and a focus on maintaining momentum and morale

You will lead the transition to a new operating model that strengthens governance, improves service resilience and enables multidisciplinary teams to collaborate effectively. You will play a key leadership role in the strategic departmental moves to Microsoft from Google, Integrated Corporate Services and joining the cross government shared services programme of Matrix. We are looking for a senior leader who can turn technological possibility into operational reality, driving efficiency, maturing capability and leading DCMS through a three year change journey. Critical for success in this role will not only be the ability to lead a technological shift but also a people-centred and cultural shift. We are looking for exceptional leadership abilities to drive professionalism, modern ways of working and a customer-centred philosophy of delivery. The Chief Technology Officer’s team is the technical centre of DCMS, leading the department's major DDaT transformation and ensuring our digital foundations are secure, resilient, and high-performing. Under the leadership of the CTO, the team is structured to deliver essential services and strategic change, encompassing: Technical services & IT service management: delivering and supporting all core IT infrastructure, platforms, and end-user services, focusing on operational delivery, efficiency, and embedding best practices at scale. Cyber security: protecting the department's systems and data, owning our security strategy, and providing robust technical assurance. Information governance: managing Knowledge and Information Management (KIM) and Operational Data Protection to ensure compliance, proper data handling, and effective risk management across all technology usage. Collectively, we define and execute the long-term technical roadmap, translate emerging technology into secure reality, manage strategic supplier ecosystems, and drive cross-government collaboration to deliver maximum public value.