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If you're a skilled Senior Interaction Designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and cares about creating user-centred digital services, we want to hear from you. Become part of our growing team of designers and researchers working with a range of UK government clients on projects that have real-world impact. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the World’s Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. We are happy to discuss remote or hybrid working and welcome applications from across the UK. You may need to travel occasionally within the UK as needed. All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) to Security Check (SC) level as a minimum.

Job title: Data Governance and Management Lead Location: Frimley or Preston - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £60,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Manage, on behalf of the Enterprise Data Owner, all or part of the People & Organisation data set on a day-to-day basis through the data lifecycle, including data governance processes Own relevant data management documentation and collateral, ensuring that regular review and update of these assets is completed on time and to a high standard, e.g. People & Organisation Data Standard Support the HR data community from data owner to data creator, by providing process, expertise and knowledge which supports excellent management of data across its lifecycle Support the HR business community to understand and adopt data capabilities, ensuring that the derived value and benefit can be tangibly communicated and reported upon, including Master Data Management (MDM), Data Quality Assurance and Data Cataloguing Establish and facilitate a People & Organisation Data Governance Working Group in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Information Officer Data Governance team Promote the importance and value of HR data across the organisation, seeking opportunities to reduce costs / risk and drive value through improved data management practices Your skills and experiences: Essential: Thorough knowledge & experience of the practical application and development of Data Governance Prior thorough knowledge & experience of associated Data Governance, Data Protection and HR toolset processes, including pan-system data management and international legislative considerations Hands-on experience within Master Data Management and/or Data Quality Assurance practices and toolsets Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Prior experience of the HR function, with specific regard to Data Governance and Master Data Management is required for this role Desirable: DAMA Certified Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Data Management team: Working alongside the Head of People Data Management and the Chief Technology and Information Office, the Data Governance and Management Lead will play a key, strategic role in the management and optimisation of our people data infrastructure by defining, embedding and advocating for robust and transparent data management, compliance and security frameworks across a broad range of data stewards and processors. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of Data Governance, Quality Assurance, Metadata Management and Master Data Management. They should demonstrate a methodical approach to solving problems and confidence to challenge the status quo. Be a clear and effective communicator, with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels. Will be highly motivated by driving change and embedding structure and process within a dynamic and evolving environment. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 9 September 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-DL1 #LI-Hybrid

If you're a skilled Senior Service Designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and cares about creating user-centred digital services, we want to hear from you. Become part of a growing team of designers and researchers working with a range of UK government clients on projects that have real-world impact. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a member not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. We are happy to discuss remote or hybrid working and welcome applications from across the UK. You may need to travel occasionally within the UK as needed. All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) to Security Check (SC) level as a minimum.

The successful applicant will drive the confident, safe and responsible use of data in the design and delivery of digital electoral registration services, enabling both day-to-day operations and the development of high-profile new services where innovation with data will be needed. The role will ensure data is well-governed, lawfully shared and ethically used across the product lifecycle, meeting legal requirements and aligning with the Ministry’s wider data governance and protection frameworks, in the context of a complex stakeholder environment. As the Senior Data Governance Lead your responsibilities will include: designing and embedding proportionate, enabling data governance across Elections Digital product, delivery and operations designing and implementing continuous improvements to optimise data governance and management over the data/product life cycle developing and maintaining processes and procedures that enable appropriate, compliant use of data within digital services, in line with our role in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment facilitating lawful, responsible and ethical data access/sharing with internal and external partners leading on the implementation of, and alignment with, the government and wider Ministry’s data governance frameworks for Elections Digital, including building strong working relationships with the central data governance, transparency and protection teams

Job Title: Governance & Assurance Advisor (Pay & Reward) Location: Preston. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Circa £44,000 What you'll be doing: Guide and direct the Pay & Reward team in respect of control awareness and ownership to embed an improved and sustainable control and assurance culture Maintain and develop the robustness of the Pay & Reward Risk and Control matrix to ensure it accurately reflects the Pay & Reward operating environment and addresses potential risk in the end-to-end processes Manage and monitor the control owner self-assessment process and actively drive effective issue resolution, through to process confirmation and closure Undertake and lead on specific projects in support of the Pay & Reward Team and manage the delivery of the associated activities Support the team in the effective review of defects and errors to determine the root cause, agree preventative control measures and track actions through to completion Support the development and implementation of the required policies and frameworks, in line with the Operational Framework Facilitate and support internal and external Pay & Reward reviews/audits and the associated recommendations, including the Senior Accounting Officer certification for Employment Taxes Your skills and experiences: Essential: Part or fully qualified in a recognised financial qualification e.g. CIMA, ACA, ACCA, AAT Depth of understanding and demonstrable experience in the application and assurance of a financial control framework Familiarity with risk management, audit processes and good corporate governance Effective communicator, able to build rapport and trust with all levels of stakeholder Able to approach new tasks and issues constructively and ardently Desirable: Proven experience with analytical/problem solving/decision making skills An understanding of Payroll processes and associated legislation Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Pay & Reward Governance & Assurance team: The Governance & Assurance team is small in size yet plays a significant role in the Pay & Reward team, within Shared Services. We collaborate closely with our Operations, Systems, Reporting and Change teams, to facilitate and support a robust control environment. This extends to building relationships with our Finance partners, Group Reward, Tax, HR, Pensions and Audit teams. The team need to be inquisitive to understand and identify areas of risk. We are empowered to prioritise remediation and improvement opportunities and have the directive to define and influence process design. You have a unique opportunity to experience a niche area of Finance, with insights into all processes and change projects operating across the UK and International Pay & Reward team. The team welcome new ideas and perspectives and encourage you to utilise your strengths. You will be nurtured and supported to develop in new areas, increasing your transferrable knowledge and skills, whilst aligning to your personal aspirations for growth. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 20th August 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-SH1 #LI-Hybrid

We are looking for 2 experienced senior data professionals to develop, govern and deliver a Government Finance Data Strategy across its current and future systems and create new and insightful data driven analytics for Government and His Majesty’s Treasury to use as it becomes a more agile and productive state. We are looking for people who have strong backgrounds in data architecture and / or data engineering as defined by the . We are open to shaping the roles with successful candidates to help ensure that we strike the right balance of skills. The post holders will be part of a growing community of data professionals and will be expected to champion excellence in data and help grow data & digital skills across HM Treasury and the Government Finance Function. The key responsibilities of the post holders will be to: Define a Government Finance Data Strategy , vision, and development roadmap, ensuring alignment with departments and wider Government Digital and Data Strategies and Shared Services Strategy and reporting on progress as outcomes are achieved and benefits are realised. Deliver a Finance Data Lineage , assessing and capturing the current critical data elements / data sets and systems used across the Government Finance Function. Build a clear understanding of the data lineage between key central reports, with a specific focus on Public Spending data structures including HM Treasury’s OSCAR reporting system. Own the Finance Data Standards , hosted in NOVA and engage with, support and lead on the finance data requirements and design for any future systems required for central financial reporting within Government and HM Treasury. Showcase excellent metadata quality management and embed effective processes and procedures in product lifecycles to drive high quality outputs and standards, utilising Project, and Programme Management methodologies, best practices, and ways of working. Design and implement data pipelines by building data systems to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data from various sources (e.g., MS Fabric or other). Lead and facilitate strong stakeholder engagement for effective Data Management, Data Integrity, and Data Governance, across Government and 3rd Parties but particularly with Functional and Department Data Leads. Engage and support Data communities to share knowledge and approaches , and provide training, guidance, and support for Data Management best practices. Desired Skills & Qualifications: Data Warehousing –Strong proficiency with data warehousing platforms and technologies with strong examples of use (e.g., MS Fabric, Azure Warehouse etc.) ETL and ELT – Strong experience and examples of ETL/ELT frameworks and toolsets. IT Service Management experience and understanding aligned to ITIL v4 or an earlier version. Delivery - Agile Project Management Foundation & Practitioner OR APM Project Management Qualification / Prince2 Foundation & Practitioner or equivalent. Candidate Drop-In Session We will be running two candidate drop-in sessions for this role to give you greater insight about the role as well as the chance to learn more about HM Treasury and the recruitment process. If you would like to join us, then use the appropriate link below to join the call at the right time. Drop in Session 1: Tuesday 2nd September 2025 Drop in Session 2: Thursday 4th September 2025 If you would like to speak to the hiring manager informally prior to the closing date for applications to find out more about the job, please contact

When you join our collaborative and creative team of software developers, it will be your task to design, code, test, correct and document large programmes and modifications from supplied specifications, and provide costs, timescales and estimate the resources required to effect change. Using all your skills as you collaborate with our clients and users on the content and appearance of complex web pages, we’ll also expect you to create and test pages with specified content and layout, and develop web interfaces to new or existing applications. You’ll have a number of other important responsibilities – these include analysing data requirements to establish, modify or maintain object and data models, evaluating potential solutions and demonstrating, installing and commissioning the selected products. Using application management software and tools to collect performance statistics to ensure targets are met, you’ll perform essential maintenance and identify and resolve any problems you encounter. In addition, you’ll maintain your knowledge of specific technical specialisms, use this to execute a range of specific tasks, and provide detailed advice regarding their application. Use all your specialist development skills as you help defend the UK’s interests With Agile and ITIL Foundation level qualifications or relevant practical experience in a similar role to this one, you should hold Microsoft role-based certification and be skilled at working with technologies in a secure enterprise environment. It’s also important that you possess well developed knowledge of database concepts, architectures, software and facilities, and have a good understanding of object and data modelling techniques and design principles. It goes without saying that you’ll have excellent numerical and analytical skills, and extensive knowledge of relevant programming languages. In addition, subject matter expertise in a key technology, tool or product would be desirable, as would experience of working in a variety of ITIL3 environments. Discover the support you need to grow your career further But we’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need. Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit Closing date: 14/09/2025 It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation. Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match

You will deliver software development solutions and support to major digital and technology services change programmes transforming HSE and, support the implementation of continuous improvement (CI) and continuous deployment (CD) for services once live. By converting user requirements into technical requirements, you will ensure that user expectations are accurately reflected in the software products developed. You will write maintainable software solutions to meet the design, ensuring that accessibility and security best practices are adhered to. You will also undertake Test Driven Development (TDD) through unit testing of solutions, to identify and, where necessary, resolve and propose practical solutions. You will create and maintain project documentation, implementing change control to ensure that software development changes may be tracked, and quality risks managed. Practice continuous self-learning to keep up to date with technological developments to enhance relevant skills and take responsibility for own professional development. About the role We have an opportunity for 2 Software Developers to join our Technology Division where you will undergo a Software Developer Level 4 Apprenticeship. For more information on the apprenticeship on offer please see here You will be supported from day one for your learning and development into this role, ensuring you are supported every step of the way in completing your apprenticeship and getting the experience you need to excel in your new role. Over time, you will grow into your skillset and role and be able to take ownership and responsibility for certain business processes in-line with your development. Please note, this role can be based in any of the advertised HSE locations however, occasional travel to other HSE Offices may be required. Person specification Key Responsibilities As an apprentice Software Developer, you will be paired with engineering colleagues to learn on the job whilst designing, running, and improving software components. You can expect to benefit from training, coaching, and mentoring to help you develop in this role. You will be learning to work to our technical standards writing clean and secure code. Alongside this you will be mentored to help develop a rounded set of skills and supporting knowledge: Working in a test-driven manner; testing, correcting, and documenting simple programs or scripts. Building your knowledge of different systems and software implementation. Providing crucial service support to users with difficulties or issues. You will be a hard-working and enthusiastic individual with a flexible and collaborative approach to work. You will be someone who can work well as part of a busy team but are equally comfortable working independently or with limited supervision.

The Army Digital Services (ADS) organisation is part of the Chief Technology Office (CTO) part of the Directorate of Information within Army Headquarters Andover. ADS is the Army's supplier of choice for the design, development and support of applications and services to provide digital enablement of the Army's processes. It therefore supports the Army’s ambitious and innovative modernisation and transformation agenda. ADS enables this digital transformation by developing bespoke software, hosting applications, including the Army Data Warehouse and conducting data analytics. The British Army is committed to tripling its operational lethality by the end of the decade, driven by rapid investment in cutting-edge technologies. At the forefront of this its Hybrid cloud hosting environment. The ideal candidate will possess a good working knowledge of technology concepts, IT governance structures, IT Service Operations/Management. As the MoDCloud Internet Connected Environment (ICE) for ADS, you will lead teams which deliver software applications and services that support the Army’s strategic objectives. Working closely with senior leaders across the Army Headquarters and the Ministry of Defence, you will ensure that ADS deliver value-for-money solutions that enable mission-critical programmes. You will manage high-risk projects, oversee the software development lifecycle, and drive digital transformation in line with Defence technology and governance frameworks. With your expertise in delivery management and Defence innovation, you will be key in modernising the Army’s digital capabilities to meet future operational needs. Main responsibilities will include: Lead Agile Delivery Teams - Oversee multiple Agile delivery teams through the discovery, development, and deployment of software applications for the Army and broader Defence. Balance technical expertise with strategic problem-solving to ensure seamless integration within current and future digital ecosystems Team and Supplier Leadership - Provide leadership and direct line management to a small team of Crown Servants while overseeing the performance of contracted suppliers. Foster collaboration within cross-functional teams to drive Army-wide digital transformation, ensuring stakeholder alignment Continuous Improvement - Drive continuous improvement in platform delivery processes and internal working practices. Implement initiatives that enhance efficiency, maximise outputs, and support Army digital objectives Contract and Financial Management - Manage complex supplier relationships to ensure the efficient delivery of digital services and products in line with contractual agreements. Through effective contract and financial management, you will maximise the impact of supplier partnerships, ensuring that ADS delivers cost-effective, high-quality solutions that align with strategic priorities Stakeholder Engagement and Technical Guidance - Engage with Defence and industry partners to align ADS with evolving technologies and DevSecOps best practices. Provide technical advice on digital transformation, ensuring the Army adopts scalable and sustainable software solutions Carry out any other responsibilities relevant to the role

As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer specialising in Identity and Access Management, you will work within a team of security specialists and engineers maintaining, building and operating Directory Services solutions as directed and according to policy. You will: Provide management, administration, operation and maintenance of Active Directory, Azure Entra and Microsoft Certificate services. Manage IDAM related Azure services, such as Enterprise Applications and Identity Protection, advising and troubleshooting services. Manage and administer Service Desk queue specific to restricted identity and certificate requests. Assist in the development of upgrade plans and paths, future design, working with colleagues across wider DfE family. Contribute to business cases for new technology or refresh within Identity and Cryptography, including analysis of existing technologies, development of proposals for change and improvement. Undertake management of activities for securing Directory Services, enhancements and system changes including assessment of risks. Troubleshoot Directory Services risk assessments, implementing changes to address known risks. Liaise with business colleagues on release planning and scheduling of Directory Services integrated solutions, including communication of progress. Ensure that post release reviews are conducted. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality digital services. Work with and support third parties in providing infrastructure services. Work with technical and security architects to translate architectural designs into operations. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Take a proactive role in the identification, evaluation and management of appropriate changes to team managed services (including automation). Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process. Please see the guidance for further information. Note that there are specific residency and other requirements; please ensure you check these and your potential eligibility before applying.

As Director General – Chief Digital & Innovation Officer , your specific responsibilities will include: Strategic Leadership: Lead cross-departmental digital services, harnessing digital technologies and data to transform services for users. Live Service Operations: Deliver mission-critical live services at scale. Digital, Scientific, Data and Research Innovation: Champion the integration of cutting-edge technologies, data science, and research into operational delivery and policy development. Cross-Government Engagement: Represent the Home Office in senior forums, influencing policy and delivery across Whitehall and with international partners. Operational Oversight: Provide strategic direction and governance for major programmes such as Home Office Biometrics and Digital First, ensuring delivery excellence and risk management. Organisational Development: Build and nurture high-performing, inclusive teams, and develop future leaders across all functions. Budgetary Responsibility: Accountable for a combined budget exceeding £1.8bn, ensuring value for money and alignment with spending review commitments. Strategic Partnerships: Foster collaboration across government, academia, industry, and international stakeholders to enhance service transformation outcomes.

As a DevOps Engineer your main day to day responsibilities will be: Providing hands-on technical support, troubleshooting platform use and configuration issues. Support & mentorship of junior developers. Development, Maintenance and continuous improvement of in-house automation platforms, scripts and services. Contributing to routine monitoring activities, identifying performance improvements and security enhancements. End-to-end technical onboarding of new systems into the Cyber Security environment. Development, maintenance and continuous improvement of Cyber Security tooling and services. Supporting Cyber Security functions with technical expertise & advice. Like many organisations we need to maintain our services 24/7, therefore, on occasions there may be a requirement to work out of hours, for which you will be paid an additional allowance. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. Where this is the case, employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in the office. Travel to the Manchester office will be required for the successful candidate.

This job role is within Digital Services and Technology in the Vehicle Certification Agency. The postholder leads on the development and delivery forming part of our core product set of Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. This role reports into the Chief Digital & Information Officer and is part of a multi-disciplinary team who develop and manage a broad suite of digital products and applications. Your main duties will include but will not be limited to: Design and Development: Lead the design, development, and implementation of custom solutions using Dynamics 365 and Power Platform. Full-Stack Development: Develop and maintain both front-end and back-end components of applications, ensuring seamless integration and performance. Collaboration: Lead and work closely with external development teams to form a cohesive hybrid development team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Solution Delivery: Oversee the delivery of digital solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements and are delivered on time and within budget. Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality and performance of developed solutions through rigorous testing and code reviews. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of development processes, code, and solutions for future reference and knowledge sharing. Information security: You can maintain the security, confidentiality and integrity of information systems through compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. You can design, implement and operate controls and management strategies to allow this Modern standards approach: You can apply a modern standards approach throughout automation and testing. Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies, and proactively suggest improvements and innovations to enhance our digital solutions. User focus: You can understand users and identify who they are and what their needs are, based on evidence. You can translate user stories and propose design approaches or services to meet these needs. You can engage in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. You can show that you put users first and can manage competing priorities. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.

You will lead a challenging agenda, building strong partnerships with other functional leaders (e.g., Commercial, People, Finance, Risk etc) to build joined up approaches to problem solving and drive activity in the following areas:​ Performance and Planning ​ Own the complete view of Digital and Transformation Group business, ensuring it’s well planned, governed, and there is a positive return on investment​ Own the operating model for DWP Digital and Transformation, ensuring it enables effective and efficient delivery for colleagues and customers ​ Deliver an accurate workforce plan for over 4000 FTE and in leading the annual and multi-year (Spending Review) Business Planning processes, ensure we have a clear and resourced plan to deliver our ambitions, strategy and vision​ Build key performance metrics and Objectives and Key Results that help shape and align to Departmental future plans​ ​ Governance and Risk Management ​ Lead on organisational governance, control and risk management for DWP Digital, identifying blockers and issues early, and supporting and coaching colleagues to navigate these successfully ​ Effectively manage the business of Digital and Transformation Group through the DET, representing Digital and Transformation Group and provide subject matter expertise on Departmental Committees ​ Own and manage the relationship with Government Internal Audit Agency (GIAA) to ensure effective risk management and agreeing and implementing improvement actions where needed​ Finance ​ Have oversight of DWP Digital budget (over £1bn) and headcount (circa 7000+) ​ In close collaboration with Finance colleagues, drive budget conversations to ensure we get the funding we need to deliver on our priorities​ Mature our financial and budget management approaches, ensuring alignment with Cabinet Office and Treasury requirements, and supporting colleagues to navigate these requirements ​ Work with our Commercial Director to ensure we achieve value for money from our suppliers​ Provide high level policy, strategic, budgetary and delivery advice to the CDIO ​ Digital Capability and Capacity ​ Work in partnership with DWP People & Capability, and build strong relationships, acting as an intelligent customer, to lead capability and capacity development in DWP Digital and Transformation, building a diverse and professional workforce ​ Attract, build, and develop the best digital talent, creating a strong talent and resourcing strategy, utilising our Digital Academy and making sure we have the right mix of civil servants, and cost-effective arrangements for contractors, outsourced arrangements, apprenticeships, and internships​ Lead professionalisation within the group, engaging with partners to create strong capability pipelines, accreditation and secondment opportunities to increase experience and skills​ Lead the Business Services Practice in Digital Group, developing capability across this group of people to ensure that the business of Digital is well managed, safe and effective ​ Communications and Engagement ​ Bring the Business plan and Digital strategy and vision to life, leading a communications and engagement team to ensure a strong communication and engagement strategy is in place that keeps our people informed and engaged and builds a culture where our people can thrive in a positive, supportive and professional community​

Key Responsibilities Agile Programme Management: Ensuring clear models and structures and tools in place to enable multi-team working against a single service plan and backlog. Providing direction of approach, consistent tooling, coaching and consistent formats to support effective planning, breakdown of work, reporting and ensuring the embedding of agile practices such as retrospectives and sprint planning. Commercial and Financial management supporting value for money and managing multiple supplier relationships. Keeping a Focus on Outcome Delivery: Working with Head of Product and Chief Technical Officer to jointly assure digital development plans to ensure these are aligned to the roadmap, achievable and clearly communicated. Ensuring that all elements of service delivery, including operational readiness and supporting guidance, are included and tracking progress to manage risks to delivery. Digital Leadership: Direct leading of the delivery roles in the Digital and IT teams. Ensuring all digital teams work in alignment to the single service roadmap and balancing quality and pace of delivery and that the work is visible and well reported to enable effective risk and dependency management and provide clear views against progress. Stakeholder Engagement: Working in close collaboration with teams across IBCA and wider stakeholders to ensure clarity of plans and buy-in to digital delivery and IT strategies. Embedding Agile Approaches: Supporting the development of an agile and service orientated mindset across the whole organisation. Ensuring visual and open working standards and advocating for test and learn approaches. Embedding and ensuring adherence to government service standards across digital teams. IT Strategy and Provision: Ensuring effective provision of IT infrastructure, hardware and software through a coherent strategy. Liaising with IBCA teams to understand and forecast requirements and managing commercial arrangements and working with CO Digital partners to put these in place to agreed levels.

As the Head of Product for , you’ll be responsible for growing and leading the high performing product teams in the directorate. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering critical government products and services to key stakeholders: citizens and government departments. These products operate at significant scale, are impactful through supporting citizens across every interaction with government, and are built collaboratively with government department partners to ensure these interactions are as simple and efficient as possible. Reporting to the Deputy Director - Web, Publishing, Platform & Design System, you will develop a sustainable and engaged product community, who work together towards a common goal through strategic objectives and shared community goals, sharing learning and ideas openly. You’ll also be a key member of the Senior Management Team, leading on initiatives taking place across the directorate. You’ll thrive using agile methods and enjoy working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. Above all, you’ll want to make government better, which may sometimes involve challenging the status quo. As a Head of Product, you’ll: contribute to a clear product vision, with key focus on balancing operational and iterative product development with innovation that meets or exceeds our growth strategy develop and drive an everyday culture of experimentation across all product teams, balancing experimentation of innovative experiences with operational efficiencies. provide ongoing direction and leadership for multi-disciplinary product teams in running, supporting and continuously improving products, so that they meet user needs while working toward measurable objectives and data driven outcomes. lead on OKR development and product roadmaps that support both strategic development and operational delivery be a visible leader who takes responsibility, while supporting the wellbeing and professional development of the product community in support ’s Deputy Directors in the implementation of strategic initiatives and delivery of operational challenges