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Head of Digital & Data Our Client is bank based in Central London with offices across Europe. They are looking to recruit an expert candidate for the Head of Digital position ??????\" which is an exciting new position. You will have proven track of working within the banking World and delivering digital capabilities for the bank. You must have at least 5 to 10 years expertise in the digital space within the banking World. This is a senior position and will report to the Board at the bank. The Digital & Data Lead role is responsible for overseeing the strategy and development of the Bank’s digital products and processes and design and implementation of Bank wide data governance framework. Playing an important role within the Bank’s Digital Transformation programme, the role holder will: Work with multi-disciplinary teams responsible for researching, designing, building and/or procuring, and releasing transformative user journeys ??????\" for both customers and employees. Responsible for engaging collaboratively with the various business and support functions in order to ensure all interests are represented in the development of the Bank’s future state digital capability and to support the adoption and embedding of new digital processes. Define the overarching digital products and processes vision, building the roadmaps and leading the prioritisation to deliver that vision in a performant, secure and user focussed way. In doing so, ensure alignment to wider Bank strategy and ensure that maximum business value is achieved. Accountable for delivering and then driving the continual optimisation of the digital products and processes to support the realisation of a seamless, flexible customer and colleague experience. Responsible for design and implementation of bank wide data governance framework and ensure businesses and support functions are held accountable for ownership and maintenance of accurate data within the bank’s ecosystem. Responsible for governance, risk management and regulatory compliance activities relating to the digital products and processes under development, forging strong, effective relationships with the 1st and 2nd line control functions. Develop an inclusive and collaborative culture where the advice and knowledge of skilled specialists around user insights, journey and UX design, technology delivery, security and infrastructure are heard and respected in order to develop highly effective digital products through a process of research, ideation and design. Forge a strong working relationship with Technology and partner with them on the development and delivery of the digital products and processes. Work closely with stakeholders in Group to accelerate digital development and ensure optimal ways of working. Candidate expertise: Outstanding SME in digital product and process management and digital user experience design, within the Financial Services industry. Customer-centric with a strong focus on end user experience and outcomes. Demonstrable experience in the end to end lifecycle of product and process development, including managing and delivering high quality digital products and processes to end users, from ideation through to delivery, feedback and improvement. Experience and/or a robust understanding of the bank wide processes is highly desirable. In-depth knowledge of agile methodologies and significant experience of working within an agile environment. High degree of proficiency in prototyping and iterative development, with experience in building product teams desirable. Highly positive and effective leader, who actively coaches, develops, and supports team members, sharing their experience and knowledge with others. Be driven, have high levels of personal accountability, not being afraid to be hands-on and get into the detail. Strong influencing skills with the ability to confidently represent the Digital Product area and gain buy-in to the strategy and roadmap with a diverse set of stakeholders. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, often with competing priorities. Have strong people skills; approachable, empathetic and able to work with people to achieve progress. Have strong written and verbal communication skills. A good knowledge of the Financial Services industry. Strong awareness of the digital banking ecosystem, keeping abreast of market trends and competitor propositions. Relevant certifications or qualifications in agile product management or aligned disciplines. Understanding of development processes and business case development. Role requirements: Actively Builds Relationships Embraces Change and Technology Creates Business Value Role Specific Regulations Risk Management, Governance and Controls Consumer Duty This is a hybrid role ??????\" at least 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary will be circa £100K - £140K plus benefits ??????\" dependent on experience. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Location London, Milton Keynes or East Kilbride - You will be required to work from this location in line with FCDO policies on Hybrid Working (minimum 60% in the office). About the job Job summary The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office pursues our national interests and projects the UK's role in the world. We promote the interests of British citizens, safeguard the UK's security, defend our values, reduce poverty and tackle global challenges with our international partners. We employ more than 17,000 staff in 179 countries and territories, across our diplomatic and development offices worldwide, which consists of 282 officially designated Posts. Our UK-based staff work in King Charles Street, London, Abercrombie House in East Kilbride and in Milton Keynes. Information and Digital Directorate (IDD) is responsible for delivering the Foreign Secretary's ambition to make the FCDO the most technologically integrated and innovative foreign ministry globally. This means harnessing digital, data, technology, IT security and information management to support the FCDO and UK Government partners on our platform to deliver our diplomatic, development and consular aims. All while keeping our people and information safe, especially from hostile actors. The work we do is varied - from historical analysis and library services to cyber protection, from information rights to global network management, from supporting staff in using the latest Microsoft toolsets, to creating corporate applications, harnessing AI and much more in line with the FCDO Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Strategy. The Directorate is made up of a wide range of talented staff and experts including specialist, contractors, home civil servants and diplomats who have served overseas. Job description This position offers the exceptional opportunity of coordinating the FCDO's use of interesting new data science, AI, mathematical and computing techniques, helping improve the use of data to inform decisions in everything it does, as well as leading our approach to how we deliver analytics to users. The role is part of the Government Digital and Data (GDD) Profession, formerly known as the Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Profession. You will be responsible for guiding strategy, personal development and specific technical approaches for Data Scientists across the whole of the FCDO. You will also lead our enterprise Power BI team who are responsible for the management and governance of the Power BI service and delivering innovative analytical products. Working within the Enterprise Data Service will help you achieve common goals, making sure that your team and the wider FCDO enjoys data infrastructure and architecture that easily feed useful data into your algorithms, while also letting your Data Scientists focus their expertise by serving non-analytical data automation needs (like dashboarding) through its Data Analysts. Roles and Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Set direction, build capability and support the professional development and specific technical approaches for Data Scientists across the whole of FCDO. Promote digital development best practices (coding standards, version control, automated deployment) for the team and the wider Data Science community. Work with peers in the Enterprise Data Service to provide suitable infrastructure platform resources and expertise to achieve all goals. Plan, manage and run agile data science projects using appropriate techniques. Develop an approach to managing and prioritising demand from the organisation while also developing the data science offer in support of FCDOs strategic aims. Deploy the team as internal entrepreneurs, to identify opportunities and pioneer Data Science initiatives across FCDO: coaching colleagues to automate their routine analyses while spotting opportunities to produce innovative new insights, using tools like R and Python. Communicate and present data science effectively to ministers and senior leaders, explaining clearly the opportunities while balancing limitations, risks and ethics. Work across UK Government and the international community to identify areas for collaboration and promotion of success. Directly manage Data Scientists in the Enterprise Data Service and have professional oversight for the use of data science in novel analysis, operational automation and data exploitation, working with Data Scientists across the organisation. You will have many opportunities to learn, deepening your technical expertise, understanding how an international organisation works across diplomacy and development and building your own personal leadership. The FCDO also operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. Candidates who secure a role that is considered specialist/technical, may be required to affiliate to the relevant specialist network, if not already a member. You may be required to travel in the UK with possible travel abroad. This will include visiting our teams in the UK at our London, East Kilbride and Hanslope Park sites, a few times a year. If International travel is required, it will be less frequent involving only short visits to some missions and embassies once or twice a year Person specification It is essential in your application that you provide evidence and proven examples in each of the following Minimum Criteria, Behaviours and Technical as far as you are able to do so. These responses will be further developed and discussed with those candidates invited for interview. You must be a British Citizen at the time of application and, if invited to interview, you will need to bring proof of identity (British Passport/Driving Licence etc.) with you. This role requires you to attain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. For more information about this process, click here. Attaining DV will require you to have been resident in the UK for five of the last ten years. At least one year of this must have been a consecutive twelve-month period. Serving overseas with HM Forces, in some other official capacity as a representative of His Majesty's Government or having lived overseas as a result of your parents' or partner's Government employment counts as UK residency for the purposes of security clearances. Minimum Criteria Demonstrable track record of delivering the key skills outlined in the Head of Data Science role in the Profession Capability Framework at Expert level (Applied maths, statistics and scientific practices, Developing Data Science capability and Delivering business impact). Practical senior leadership experience and deep technical data science experience Experience of Data leadership role - leading data teams to deliver modern solutions for data-driven organisations. Ability to research, benchmark, scope, design, implement and evaluate project delivery to tight deadlines. Proactive approach and a focus on continuous improvement of self and service, with an appetite to work with others to simplify processes and improve efficiency. Experience of planning, prioritising and communicating the work of a small team to balance long-term and immediate demands. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Leadership We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: DDaT: Developing Data Science capability (Expert) -hidden link- DDaT: Applied maths, statistics and scientific practices (Expert) -hidden link- DDaT: Developing Data Science capability (Expert) -hidden link- DDaT: Delivering business impact (Expert) -hidden link- Presentation at the Interview and the topic will be sent to you in advance. The skills that will be tested in the presentation are: DDaT: Developing Data Science capability (Expert) Communicating and Influencing Behaviour We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form: DDaT: Developing Data Science capability (Expert) -hidden link-

Location London, Milton Keynes or East Kilbride - You will be required to work from this location in line with FCDO policies on Hybrid Working (minimum 60% in the office). About the job Job summary The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office pursues our national interests and projects the UK's role in the world. We promote the interests of British citizens, safeguard the UK's security, defend our values, reduce poverty and tackle global challenges with our international partners. We employ more than 17,000 staff in 179 countries and territories, across our diplomatic and development offices worldwide, which consists of 282 officially designated Posts. Our UK-based staff work in King Charles Street, London, Abercrombie House in East Kilbride and in Milton Keynes. Information and Digital Directorate (IDD) is responsible for delivering the Foreign Secretary's ambition to make the FCDO the most technologically integrated and innovative foreign ministry globally. This means harnessing digital, data, technology, IT security and information management to support the FCDO and UK Government partners on our platform to deliver our diplomatic, development and consular aims. All while keeping our people and information safe, especially from hostile actors. The work we do is varied - from historical analysis and library services to cyber protection, from information rights to global network management, from supporting staff in using the latest Microsoft toolsets, to creating corporate applications, harnessing AI and much more in line with the FCDO Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Strategy. The Directorate is made up of a wide range of talented staff and experts including specialist, contractors, home civil servants and diplomats who have served overseas. This role provides an exceptional opportunity for a data leader to make a difference in one of the most exciting parts of Government. We are looking for a Data Engineering leader with outstanding technical skills to improve the use of data to inform decisions in everything it does, as well as leading our approach to how we deliver analytics to users. Job description You will be responsible for building data engineering capability across the entire FCDO by providing inspirational technical leadership and career development for your colleagues. You will do this whilst working alongside other senior team members to identify, plan, develop, and deliver data services and specific technical approaches for Data Engineers across the whole of the FCDO. You will lead the team responsible for production of key data products across our new Microsoft Azure based Data Platform and across other cloud-based data warehouses. You will work alongside others to provide coherent Enterprise Data Service across the organisation. You will have many opportunities to learn, deepening your technical expertise, understanding how an international organisation works across diplomacy and development and building your own personal leadership. You will have access to a great online learning platform and have opportunities to visit overseas offices (see more details below), attend industry events and network with data leaders in other government departments. Roles and Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Have delegated responsibility from Chief Digital Information Officer for setting the vision and strategy for developing the Data Engineering capability across FCDO.??Setting the direction to build and strengthen professional capability and excellence in that domain, ensuring a consistent & coherent approach across all FCDO teams, product & service areas?.? Manage key pipelines and data engineering in our Azure Data and Analytics platform.? Develop data pipelines from existing line of business systems and cloud platforms to build domain datasets for key users across the organisation. Support other services with domain specific data engineering needs on Oracle and Amazon Web Services (AWS) platforms.?? ? Work with the data architecture teams to design core data products and Data integration design. You will establish standards, keep them up to date and ensure adherence to them. Make evidenced based decisions on the best tools, platforms, services and content to support the wider profession.?? Facilitate staff?contribution towards building the professional community, raising the profile of specialist expertise and wider Government Digital and Data (GDD) and Cyber Profession within FCDO. Define the skills profile, practices, and expectations (including qualifications required at different grades) to inform recruitment, onboarding, retention, talent pipelines, diversification and the development of a professional development framework.?? Ensure appropriate representation at the Learning & Professional Development Co-ordinating Group.?? Oversee development of learning pathways, career pathways and capability assessment criteria, including for recruitment, to foster high performance, participate in moderation.?? Develop and embed quality of knowledge, standards and practice including skills reviews to inform Learning and Development as part of performance cycle. Work across UK Government and the international community to identify areas for collaboration, and promotion of success.? Advise and consult for senior managers on questions relating to the profession.??? Provide occasional consulting support for programmes with performance issues or where a particular specialism is lacking or causing delivery issues.??? Contribute to workforce strategic planning & delivery?.? The FCDO operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. Candidates who secure a role that is considered specialist/technical, may be required to affiliate to the relevant specialist network, if not already a member. You may be required to travel in the UK with possible travel abroad. This will include visiting our teams in our London, East Kilbride and Hanslope Park sites, a few times a year. If International travel is required, it will be less frequent involving only short visits to some missions and embassies once or twice a year. Person specification It is essential in your application that you provide evidence and proven examples in each of the following Minimum Criteria, the Behaviours, Experience and the Technical question as far as you are able to do so. These responses will be further developed and discussed with those candidates invited for interview. You must be a British Citizen at the time of application and, if invited to interview, you will need to bring proof of identity (British Passport/Driving Licence etc.) with you. This role requires you to attain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. For more information about this process, click here. Attaining DV will require you to have been resident in the UK for five of the last ten years. At least one year of this must have been a consecutive twelve-month period. Serving overseas with HM Forces, in some other official capacity as a representative of His Majesty's Government or having lived overseas as a result of your parents' or partner's Government employment counts as UK residency for the purposes of security clearances. Minimum Criteria Demonstrable track record of delivering the skills outlined in the Head of Data Engineering role in the Profession Capability Framework at Expert level. Practical senior leadership experience and deep technical and multi-cloud data expertise. Expert understanding of data platforms built on cloud (eg Azure) environment, including data transformation, monitoring and storage. Experience of Data leadership role, leading data teams to deliver modern solutions for data-driven organisations. Experience of planning, prioritising and communicating the work of a small team to balance long-term and immediate demands. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Leadership Changing and Improving Seeing the Big Picture Working Together We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Communicating and Influencing Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Presentation at Interview will be assessed on the Technical Understanding (Expert) - assessed using the Head of Data Engineering Capability Framework - -hidden link- Programming and build (data engineering) (Expert) - We will assess your Technical Skills by using the Head of Data Engineering Framework - -hidden link- Presentation at Interview will be assessed on the Technical Skill Communicating between the technical and non-technical (Expert) - -hidden link- We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form: Presentation at Interview will be assessed on the Technical Understanding (Expert) - assessed using the Head of Data Engineering Capability Framework - -hidden link-

Location Bristol, London, Manchester About the job Job summary The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government. We are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government. Our priorities are to drive a modern digital government, by: joining up public sector services harnessing the power of AI for the public good strengthening and extending our digital and data public infrastructure elevating leadership and investing in talent funding for outcomes and procuring for growth and innovation committing to transparency and driving accountability We are home to the Incubator for Artificial Intelligence (I.AI), the world-leading GOV.UK and at the forefront of coordinating the UK's geospatial strategy and activity. We lead the Government Digital and Data function and champion the work of digital teams across government. We're part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and employ more than 1,000 people all over the UK, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol. The Government Digital Service is where talent translates into impact. From your first day, you'll be working with some of the world's most highly-skilled digital professionals, all contributing their knowledge to make change on a national scale. Join us for rewarding work that makes a difference across the UK. You'll solve some of the nation's highest-priority digital challenges, helping millions of people access services they need The Government Digital Service (GDS), part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), exists to help government make brilliant public services that empower people in the UK. We work at the very centre of government to drive digital transformation, focused on users. We build and maintain common capabilities, products and tools for others to use and create great public services that are accessible, inclusive and easy to use. The Product & Services Directorate (P&S) within GDS is responsible for the GOV.UK Ai enabled app, as well as common component products that provide shared systems, technology and processes, making it quicker and cheaper to build great public services that are consistent for users: GOV.UK AI-enabled App: building a personalised and proactive relationship with users, making it easier to interact with government GOV.UK AI: maximising opportunities of current technological advances to develop citizen facing AI experiences GOV.UK Pay, GOV.UK Notify, GOV.UK Forms and Emergency Alerts: building services once, to be used across government, local authorities and police forces Job description As Head of Delivery for the GOV.UK AI Enabled App, you play a crucial role in ensuring the integrated and assured delivery of a complex and regulated portfolio of product streams and capabilities within a portfolio that includes the GOV.UK App, AI, communications, payments and form completion at national scale. We seek a passionate Head of Delivery who thrives in fast-paced environments and possesses expert knowledge of Agile and other methodologies to enable national scale delivery at pace. You have the skills and experience that enables the strategic delivery of a multi-channel citizen experience ensuring portfolio performance, risk, matrix deliveries, cost and time constraints are considered and delivered against, alongside expertise in operational delivery. You will oversee program-level analysis to escalate, report, and communicate schedule changes to key stakeholders. You'll be responsible for; having an in-depth knowledge of App Development, as well as leading Agile teams and other methodologies managing a complex roadmap and backlog managing dependencies across other Government departments including Legal, Data Protection and Information Security, potentially planning, and feeding into larger programmes and portfolios. responsible for understanding, managing, and communicating to senior stakeholder groups, building credibility and confidence in communication and updates. remove blockers and manage risks, commercials, budgets, and people and be an initial escalation point for the programme. support the Deputy Directors by overseeing the delivery of their vision for the programme the successful candidate will be expected to confidently build strong relationships with key stakeholders across GDS and other government departments. They will routinely need to communicate credibly and authentically to senior audiences. Person specification For this role, we are only interested in people who can demonstrate significant experience in: delivery of a public facing product / programme at national scale. delivery of multiple streams within product portfolio, minimising risk and optimising for success developing and leading high performing teams through the full product life cycle, identifying and dealing with potential risks across or between all stages of the product life cycle ability to solve and unblock issues between teams or departments at the highest level superpower levels of attention to detail management of stakeholder expectations and moderate discussions about high risk and complexity, even within constrained timescales develop sustainable support models for citizen-facing products It would be desirable if you have recent experience of leading app development and/or Ai programmes of work.

Location Based in Benton Park View, moving to Newcastle City Centre in Summer 2026. This is a hybrid role with the expectation of 60% office attendance. Job description The Digital Directorate The Digital Directorate leads on service ownership and digital accountability for the Infected Blood Compensation Authority. The team manages and develops an effective service design for the payment of compensation. The Director of Digital will provide inspiration and leadership to a range of highly-skilled, multi-disciplinary teams, to design, develop and deliver the service in challenging timescales and support across the organisation to embed agile, user centred ways of working. The role will be a key member of both the Executive Committee (ExCo) and the Board providing operational and strategic direction to the development of the scheme delivery and the organisational management of IBCA. As service owner, accountable for the service design and the development choices for the end to end compensation service. Developing a comprehensive digital strategy that ensures technical quality and robustness in a way that meets user needs and demonstrates compliance with GDS service standards. Accountable as part of a combined Executive Committee (ExCo) for the overall development and running of the Authority as a whole and with a specific accountability for ensuring access for all to effective IT infrastructure and tools. Key Responsibilities Service Ownership: Drive the design, development, and delivery of the compensation service, ensuring it meets user needs and complies with policy objectives while balancing strategic tensions for timely execution. Leadership: Provide inspiring leadership to a multidisciplinary digital and service team, fostering a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and high performance. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate actively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a shared vision and clarity on plans. Influence crucial aspects of the service design, gaining support from diverse representative groups. User-Centered Design: Champion user-centered design methodologies within the organisation, ensuring that services are tailored to the needs of victims and stakeholders affected by the infected blood scandal. Strategy Development: Develop a comprehensive digital strategy that safeguards the integrity of compensation funds, upholding compliance with Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. Operational Oversight: Ensure that all organisational infrastructure meets user requirements in a secure, cost-effective, and maintainable manner. Oversee the administration of compensation payments. Agile Methodologies: Lead the adoption of agile approaches across the organisation, embedding flexibility and responsiveness into service development and delivery processes. Accountability: Act as a key member of the Executive Committee and Board, responsible for strategic and operational choices related to the compensation scheme, enhancing transparency and public accountability.

Location Bristol, South West England, BS1 6PU About the job Job summary This role is part of the Issue Triage and Support Service, which is a small team focused on application support for line of business applications, and triaging requests and issues from our customers. Job description There are some important attributes that we are looking for in anyone joining the team. You must be customer focused with a keen eye for detail and an interest in problem solving. You will take pride in your work and delivering the best outcome for the end user. You will be good at communicating with people at all levels throughout the organisation, will be self-motivated and will take ownership of tasks to completion. On a typical day you will carry out checks of core systems to make sure everything is working as expected. You will check the Service Desk software to see what requests or issues have been logged, prioritise which to respond to first, and communicate with end users and colleagues to resolve the ticket. You will work with colleagues in other Digital teams to help customers, and complete testing of patches. Our core hours are 8am to 5pm and are covered across the team so you may either start earlier or finish later depending on who is available each week. You will take part in a rolling on-call rota, which attracts an additional allowance. You may also be required to work out of hours on occasion, including monthly patching, which will be paid as overtime or time off in lieu. Salary New entrants to the Civil Service are expected to start on the minimum of the pay band. Internal rules apply to existing Civil Servants, i.e. level transfers move on current salary or the pay range minimum, transfers on promotion move to new pay range minimum or receive 10% increase. Either case is determined by whichever is the highest. Salary range for the Grade role is £28,927 - £31,132 This role is being advertised at an Executive Officer Grade. It is Fixed Term for 12 months with the potential to be made permanent. Working hours: Standard working week is 37 hours, flexible working hours policy available. The Planning Inspectorate has a long and proud history in ensuring a fair planning system for England. The work we do has a significant impact on people's lives, the communities where they live and the economy. We want our colleagues to be able to work more flexibly and more collaboratively, exploring new and innovative ways to improve the way we provide services. For further information on the Planning Inspectorate, please visit our careers page at Office Attendance This role is contractually based at Temple Quay House, Bristol which is currently out of use due to undergoing refurbishment work. In the interim, we have the use of alternative office space in very close proximity to Bristol Temple Meads railway station. We recognise and value the mutual benefits of hybrid working and have a flexible approach to in person attendance, which can vary dependent on the requirements of individual business units - the details of which can be discussed with candidates if invited to attend an interview. Person specification We will assess your application against the Essential Criteria Essential Criteria Problem-solving abilities and excellent communication, customer and inter?personal skills.? Experience of configuring and supporting applications?including system administration.? Experience of managing, and monitoring of, Windows Server 2008 environments.? Experience of using monitoring tools, as well as responding to alerts and identifying potential risks and issues.? Experience of triaging and responding to incidents and requests. Experience of working within SLAs and ITIL processes.? Awareness of key change management processes.? Ability to work as part of the rolling on call rota and occasional out of hours work. Desirable Criteria Experience of SQL Server Management Studio and MySQL Experience of IT service management tools (preferably ServiceNow).? Knowledge of Cyber Security issues and the challenge facing organisations in the digital enabled world. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Making Effective Decisions

Location The ONS operates a flexible hybrid working model across the UK, with colleagues linked to one of our contractual locations working between office and remote throughout the week. The locations for this role are Newport, Titchfield (Fareham) and Manchester. All colleagues on office-based contracts should be working primarily in their contractually allocated site for at least 40% of their working time. The exception to this is for colleagues based at the Manchester office. Due to current capacity constraints, colleagues based there will only be required to attend the office for 20% of their work time. It is expected Manchester will move to 40% in 2025-2026. The induction process for the role will be conducted in person. About the job Job summary The Office for National Statistics (ONS) is the UK's largest producer of official statistics, covering a range of key economic, social and demographic topics. These include measuring changes in the value of the UK economy, estimating the size, geographic distribution, and characteristics of the population, and providing indicators of price inflation, employment, earnings, crime, and migration. The role is within the Security Development Compliance and Audit (SDCA) team which forms part of the Security and Information Management (SaIM) directorate. The SDCA team provides an advice service to stakeholders for the complete lifecycle, security and governance of sensitive information stored within data access environments. The SDCA team also acts as an interface between stakeholders to deliver data protection assurance, monitor compliance with security policies and principles as well as provide evidence to stakeholders in support of these functions. The primary focus of the role will be leading the Security Development and Compliance team in the development and implementation of data protection assurance and audit capabilities, in line with clearly defined security strategy and data protection standards. This also includes advising internal users, stakeholders and Information Asset Owners on compliance and risk associated with use of data. The role includes line management responsibilities for Security Development and Compliance Policy Associates HEO & EO Level. Job description The Role The role supports ONS core security capability, covering service management, assurance and incident response, and provides many opportunities for cross-skilling and development. The focus, outcomes and responsibilities are primarily aligned to the Government Security Profession Cyber Security Monitoring Lead role, with elements from Corporate Enablers Security Adviser and Process Lead roles. Responsibilities: Developing, owning and implementing effective data protection assurance processes and compliance documentation (e.g. DPIAs, SyOPs, etc.) to meet regulatory and legal requirements. Developing and implementing effective security auditing, monitoring and assessment capability for data systems and data use incorporating advice from security and industry best practice. Establishing detailed understanding of the nature, scope, context, purposes and risk of data processing by different business areas to provide comprehensive guidance and effective oversight of compliance. Developing and promoting effective training, engagement and awareness-raising activities to promote data protection and compliance best practice. Investigating non-compliance incidents and breaches in conjunction with Cyber Security and directing mitigating actions. Supporting the shaping of the security audit and monitoring strategy, ensuring requirements, policies and standards to govern all activities and outputs are met. Supporting Cyber Security in the management of monitoring, triaging, and investigation of security alerts on protective monitoring platforms to identify security incidents and reviewing analysis of security event data to manage security incident response, reporting, or escalation where appropriate. Person specification Essential Criteria: Detailed knowledge of data protection legislation and regulations, including understanding of their implementation in different contexts across Government. Ability to assess risk of diverse data use cases across multiple business areas advise on mitigations. Ability to understand and evaluate threat based on quantitative and qualitative data and recommend protective security measures. Ability to effectively manage a team of specialists based across different sites within a dynamic working environment. Understanding of UK Government Security Policy Framework and relevant Information Assurance Standards, e.g. ISO 27001, Data Protection Act. Ability to work as part of a team in a multi-discipline environment. HMG Vetting at Security Clearance (SC) level will be required prior to starting in role. Desirable Criteria: Holding or willing to work towards professional development qualifications within specialist Security discipline g.ISO 27001 Security Auditor etc. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Leadership Working Together Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Applied Security Capability - Practitioner Information Risk Assessment and Risk Management - Practitioner Protective Security - Working Threat Understanding - Working

Location This role can be based in London, Manchester or Bristol. With the potential for travel to London and other DSIT locations. About the job Job summary The new Government Digital Service (GDS) was announced by the DSIT Secretary of State earlier this year, as a catalyst for the digital transformation of public services. GDS is responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government. It serves departments and the wider public sector and is the home of specialist expertise in digital technology, service design, AI and other areas. The Director for Service Transformation plays an essential, cross-cutting role in GDS. You will spearhead the delivery of essential reforms within the Blueprint for Modern Digital Government to support more joined-up services. You will lead teams that run digital talent programmes and lead work on reforms to how central government recruits, retains and develops digital civil servants. The scope of this role also includes support to service teams through the Service Standard, the Service Manual, and communities of practice. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of how GDS supports service transformation right across the public sector. You will work across GDS to ensure we're making the most of our collective capabilities to support deep service transformation across and beyond central government. You will also be expected to develop relationships with local government, following the recent Local Government Collaboration Sprint. The Director for Service Transformation will also oversee the delivery of a high profile new digital transformation initiative, working closely with No 10, and across and beyond departmental boundaries. Job description The Director, Service Transformation is a high-profile role, reporting to the Director General, Digital Centre Design and sitting as part of their senior leadership team. As Director, Service Transformation you will: oversee the delivery of essential components of the Blueprint for Modern Digital Government, exemplifying a fast-paced, ‘test and learn approach to delivery; have the unique opportunity to work closely with committed and purpose-driven civil service leaders from across the 27,000 strong digital, data and technology function to lead an ambitious service transformation programme; work closely with digital, data and technology leaders, and expand the Government Digital Service impact within the broader senior digital leadership community. This will involve extensive engagement with a range of stakeholders from other government departments, the wider public sector, service providers, and external thought leaders (e.g. think tanks, civil society groups); be enabling best-practice to be shared between departments; identify and capture opportunities to drive collective efficiencies wherever possible; support and guide our cross-government programmes to build digital, data and capability and make government a destination of choice for digital, data and technology professionals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES As Director, Service Transformation, your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: leading cross-departmental commitments and collaborations as part of the Blueprint for Modern Digital Government; scaling and leading the role of GDS in relation to local government, working closely with Cabinet Office Public Service Reform team, MHCLG and local authorities to establish GDS local government offering over the next SR period; leading and scaling a new high-profile digital transformation initiative, which will involve close working with No 10, the Cabinet Office, HM Treasury, the DSIT Secretary of State and other ministers; leading on cross-government and cross-functional engagement to build and retain business sponsorship of the Service Transformation agenda; delivering a programme of work to fulfil the Prime Ministers commitment to 1 in 10 civil servants being digital, data, technology or cyber specialists by 2030; including the recruitment of 2000 new tech apprentices; collaborating with the Cabinet Office on ensuring the remaining 9 in 10 civil servants have the skills and working environment they need to thrive in the digital era. working closely with the policy profession to embed digital approaches and cross functional teams into policy design and delivery; designing governments policy and interventions required to modernise legislative barriers to efficient digital service design and delivery - taking a ‘digital first approach to policy making as outlined in the Blueprint. Person specification Within your CV and Statement of Suitability , it is important that you give evidence and examples of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria : proven success in leading and executing large-scale digital transformation initiatives showcasing the ability to modernise systems and services effectively; extensive experience in senior digital technology or transformation leadership roles, demonstrating a strong track record of delivery at pace, and of managing and optimising complex functions or organisations; a demonstrated ability to adopt and champion agile working practices while navigating regulatory environments, managing complex projects, and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders; inspiring and coherent leadership style: ability to engage and win the cooperation and support of multiple internal and external parties, holding them to account through rigorous performance management to achieve common goals; proven experience of senior stakeholder management in a political, pressured environment and evidence of building credible and respected relationships at board level. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Leadership Communicating and Influencing Seeing the Big Picture Delivering at Pace

Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary This is an exciting opportunity in the Digital Services team! You'll be joining our team at a time of transformation, and you will be part of shaping the future of our department. We use Agile Methodologies and promote a culture of continuous improvement. We are looking for an enthusiastic Lead Test Engineer (Security) with great technical skills able to coach and mentor other testers and lead the non-functional testing workstream focused on Security testing. You will be part of our lead tester group, working collaboratively with your team and overseeing the testing journey with management responsibilities. This provides an opportunity to make the test community thrive by exploring new and emerging tools and approaches and working out how you can help the organisation deliver better services. This is a rewarding role within the Test Team and provides an opportunity to contribute to the success of existing and future services provided by Companies House. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. We're able to consider both full-time and part-time working patterns for this opportunity. For part-time, this must be a minimum of 30 hours per week, over 4 or 5 days. Please note - Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Additionally, a Security Check (SC) is an essential requirement for this role (at least 3 out of the last 5 years in the UK). Please see 'Things you need to know' section below for more information. Job description As a Lead Test Engineer focusing on security, you will: Take ownership of security testing within the software development lifecycle. This will involve running vulnerability scans using tools such as Burp, coordinating with relevant teams, and testing security-related issues. As a manager, you will provide advice, coaching and mentoring to testers on non-functional testing subjects such as security testing. Attend meetings and provide stakeholders with updates. Design and execute manual and automated security test cases using standard testing techniques. Design and implement pipeline solutions to support automated security testing and reporting. For more information on the Test Engineering profession and skills expected of a Lead, head over to the . Person specification We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Proven experience of coaching and mentoring direct reports. A relevant certification in ethical hacking or penetration testing, such as such as 7Safe CSTA or GIAC Penetration testing, or evidence that you are working towards this or have proven working experience. Experience of non-functional testing practices with a strong focus on Security Testing. Working knowledge of at least 5 of the following security tools and technologies: Burp Suite (including Burp Scanner) - for web application vulnerability scanning and manual security testing. OWASP ZAP - for DAST and automated security regression testing. Postman or SOAP UI - for API testing with a security focus (e.g. injection, authorisation, token misuse). OAuth2 / OpenID Connect - for testing secure authentication and access control scenarios. Jenkins or Concourse - for integrating security testing into CI/CD pipelines. Unix/Linux-based systems - for using command-line tools, scripting, and log analysis. AWS (or similar cloud provider) - with a focus on IAM, S3 access controls, and common misconfiguration risks. SQL / MongoDB / Oracle - for testing injection flaws, access controls, and data sanitisation. Karate DSL or Rest Assured - for automating security-focused API tests. Version control systems (e.g. Git) - for secure code handling and integration with secrets scanners. Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools - e.g. SonarQube, Checkmarx, Semgrep. Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) tools - e.g. OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite Pro. Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) scanning tools - e.g. tfsec, Checkov. Secrets detection tools - e.g. GitLeaks, truffleHog, detect-secrets. Threat modelling methodologies - e.g. STRIDE, PASTA, or creating risk-based test charters. Familiarity with the OWASP Top 10 - and how to test for each category. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Managing a Quality Service Working Together Seeing the Big Picture Leadership We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Leadership Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Penetration testing / ethical hacking

Location Birmingham, West Midlands (England), B2 4BH : London, London (region), E14 4PU : Liverpool, North West England, L3 1DS : Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber, LS1 4PL About the job Job summary The UKHSA Digital and Data Directorate is responsible for driving the design of the UKHSA digital and data estate, with a clear strategic intent and focus on delivering high quality, efficient products and services that deliver improved health outcomes and strengthen health security. The Directorate also ensures that the UKHSA's digital and data capabilities support the delivery of the Agency's mission, aligned to the wider health system. It provides strategic leadership and oversight for developing and managing a common and bespoke suite of services, platforms and applications linked to UKHSA business and user requirements. Working for your organisation We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all. Please visit our careers site for more information -hidden link- Job description Working to the UKHSA's Director of Digital and Data, the Deputy Director - Portfolio Office and Business Partnering works closely with the directorate Senior Leadership Team to deliver impactful change in support of the UKHSA mission. This a pivotal leadership role; it drives the definition and prioritisation of the change portfolio, managing the flow of demand and assuring its delivery. The role is supported by an empowered team with strong culture of always looking forward and progressive action; broadly structured as: Portfolio Office, who hold and own the portfolio catalogue, drive quarterly planning increments and supporting the portfolio board in prioritising the delivery agenda in line with UKHSA priorities. Business Partners, who connect across the UKHSA business units to understand the mission requirements, support the definition of value adding change and how it translates to Digital and Data outcomes. Project and Programme Management, driving Digital and Data deliveries to successful outcomes. Government Digital and Data capabilities and compliance, leading the profession for UKHSA and assuring compliance with GDS / DHSC spend controls. As a Deputy Director the role also demands broader leadership engagement across the Directorate, CDO and UKHSA as a whole, leaning in to support wider success across the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: Developing, maintaining and monitoring the portfolio level end-to-end delivery plan and support investment cases, ensuring prioritisation alignment with Strategy and policy, the business plan and priorities Leading the Portfolio Delivery Team of PMO professionals across planning, reporting, risk management analysis, governance and assurance. Set, maintain and enforce delivery standards for CDO across Planning, Reporting and Risk Management Managing and improving the effective and reliable provision of areas such as business analysis, user experience, digital PMO, PM, delivery management, demand management & requests for change Collaborating to further develop and implement a robust and timely demand management methodology governing new major project requests and change requests; assess and maintain oversight of the viability, affordability, and sequencing of Technology change initiative requirements. Defining and leading the CDO Governance framework and manage and deliver the portfolio assurance plan and pipeline targeting a rolling programme of assurance activities. Increasing the likelihood and confidence of delivering the desired objectives & outcomes, through chairing of regular Portfolio Governance forums, (e.g.: DDAT Forum) and challenging programmes accordingly. Being the Centre of Excellence for delivery methodology, tools and templates; advising and supporting other delivery professionals. Support technical programme delivery across CDO and the wider UKHSA (including portfolio management and change board) embedding, managing, and championing appropriate standards, policies, procedures and governance. Establishing and embedding high quality effective management reporting for CDO performance metrics, new demand, the Book of Work and change initiative forecasts. Portfolio Performance & Controls - assessing risk and issue management at portfolio level, analysing and identifying major trends and working with the Project SROs and Leads and PMOs to put in place mitigating action at the portfolio level. Ensure mitigations are in place and resolved through negotiated agreement Deputising for Director of Digital and Data with respect to decisions as they pertain to IT Business Partnering, strategic requirements gathering, business focussed launch and change management. Leading, managing, and developing all G6 direct reports, and ensuring that UKHSAs culture and ways of working are embedded across all direct and indirect reports. Leading the team ensuring they work closely with senior colleagues to embed, communicate, and deliver our Technology strategy, and ensure it continues to meet and reflect the needs and requirements of our evolving business. You will be the voice of the business, and advocate and influence strategic digital and technology decisions across UKHSA to achieve value for money and alignment with digital and technology service design principles. Being responsible for ensuring your team support UKHSA in the delivery of its objectives, enabled and influenced by digital and technology capabilities. You will take the lead in developing trusted, influential relationships that both support and challenge UKHSA in its digital thinking and be a trusted internal strategic partner. Working with Architecture and Standards, helping shape and influence digital roadmaps and business plans at a directorate, group and department level, ensuring that the development of digital solutions and capabilities support the needs of UKHSA and aligns to the Agencys strategies. This role will influence the following key stakeholders: Internal Director of Digital and Data CEO (where appropriate) UKHSA Heads of Functions (e.g. in Chief Operating Officer, Chief Medical Adviser and Chief Scientific Officer Groups) Chief Data Office Directors and Deputy Director peers External Government departments and organisations e.g. Government Digital Service Academic leaders and research bodies Devolved Administrators, Departments and Organisations International bodies and Government Private sector leaders Person specification Essential criteria Have a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or any other related field. An equivalent of the same in practical experience is also acceptable for the position Experience of executing a programme of work to deliver required scope within time, cost, and quality Financial management, forecast assessment and action planning, setting and managing a budget to an agreed forecast, managing risks and opportunities, and working in the context of demonstrating value for money Substantial experience in an organisation-wide, senior portfolio management and programme delivery position, together with project and change management methodologies. Demonstrable experience of setting the portfolio and delivery priorities across an extensive technology estate Able to lead authorship of key programme documentation, such as business cases, benefits realisation, and government gateway reviews Strong drafting skills (briefings, submissions) with the ability to communicate succinct, meaningful narratives and conclusions to both internal and external senior stakeholders Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, a proven commitment to collaboration, and the ability to communicate often complex information easily and simply, with diplomacy and tact, to all levels, including directors and senior management Experience of working in multi-discipline change teams to produce measurable costed solution impacts The ability to work under pressure with multiple tasks in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and adjust approaches to meet extremely short and conflicting deadlines - bringing teams and suppliers along in a collaborative and inclusive way

Location London About the job Job summary The Home Office works to build a safe, fair and prosperous UK. We achieve this through our work on counter-terrorism, policing, fire, crime, drugs policy, immigration and passports. The Public Safety Group's role is to keep the public safe by cutting crime, disrupting the highest harm criminals, protecting the vulnerable and ensuring that our police, fire and rescue services are as efficient and effective as they can be in delivering front line public services. We work with our partners in other government departments, local government and the voluntary sector to develop and implement policy, provide funding, and deliver legislation. Britain's emergency services (3ES) work 24/7 to serve the public in some of the most dangerous and challenging situations. To help them do their job even more effectively, the Emergency Services Mobile Communication Programme (ESMCP) is creating a next generation mobile communications network, including secure and resilient voice and broadband data services enabled by cutting-edge products and applications. The Emergency Services Network (ESN), the replacement solution for the emergency services radio communication system (Airwave), is being developed by ESMCP. ESN will be used by thousands of front-line police officers, paramedics, fire fighters and back-office workers, along with employees from related operational organisations such as the Home Office, Border Force, and Immigration. ESMCP also provides governance oversight for Airwave, the current communications service used by the Emergency Services in the UK. A Lead Security Technical Architect works across multiple projects or teams on problems that require broad architectural thinking. They share the responsibility for establishing the Home Office approach to Cyber Security Technical Architecture and guide projects in using architectures, principles, standards and tooling to deliver new systems and services for citizens and Home Office users. The initial focus will be supporting the live operational Emergency Service Communication (Airwave) and sustainment of that until transition to ESN is complete. Job description As a Lead Security Technical Architect, you will assure other services and system quality, making sure the technical work fits into the broader strategy for government. You will be responsible for leading the technical design of systems and services, including detailed plans for integration to support the Airwave communications service and development of the new Emergency Services Network (ESN). You will review the design and delivery of the technical strategy of the Airwave service, produced by programme partners. You will be responsible for overseeing and implement designs through an iterative process by actively driving post implementation reviews and leading the identification of best practice and lessons learnt. You will build effective partnerships with the 3ES across multiple locations and technologies, providing a deep understanding of the technologies and standards underpinning the Airwave national network and service. Key Responsibilities Your main day to day activities will be: Creating optimal technical designs through an iterative process, aligning such factors as the user need within the system requirements, security and organisational objectives Leading the design and review of technical processes for existing and new solution and services, evidencing the inclusion of ‘Secure by Design” in the technical designs you oversee and approve. This includes involvement in the significant Airwave governance groups. Reviewing the proposed technical design for the integration and implementation of any solution, working with and across other areas of Home Office Government Digital and Data Profession and the business. Presenting recommendations for technologies or improvements to enhance systems and support project that are delivering sustainability of the Airwave service and technical assessment of service provider solutions and service changes, based on knowledge of communication technology and analysis of systems needs. Contributing to the development of architectural practice, ensuring a coherent and consistent strategy across telecommunication skills, cyber, cloud, data centre, storage, network, mobile and radio security architecture. Contributing to the overall technical strategy and road map for the department in your area of expertise. Other day to day activities You will also be expected to carry out the following day to day activities: Evaluating the success of a project, once the solution has been integrated, identifying best practices and lessons learned. Providing feedback to leadership and incorporating best practices and lessons learned into future integration plans. Formulation of strategies, policies, processes and procedures to support the above (including technical documentation, decision and guidance notes). Working Pattern Due to the business requirements of this role, it is only available on a full-time basis. However, are available. Travel The successful candidate will be basis full-time in Stratford, London, and occasional travel to other location within the UK may be necessary. Person specification Essential Criteria You'll have a demonstrable passion for Technical Architecture in radio telecommunications (including MCX, TETRA and LTE technology), with the following skills or strong experience in: Evidencing strong technical leadership qualities, with a passion for delivering leading edge designs, and inspiring a culture of technical excellence and innovative solutions. Navigating the complex landscapes of technologies, 3rd party suppliers, internal and cross-government teams across multiple projects. Anticipating and advising on issues relating to sustainment of existing live services, future technology that present opportunities for the product or programme. Managing and delivering complex technology solutions within time, cost and quality targets. Defining, owning and contributing to the technical roadmap and strategy. Demonstrating a detailed knowledge of technical requirements to implement, design and manage associated technologies. Desirable Criteria Having a strong preference for the leverage of community integrated market products wherever technical and security considerations allow. Experience in information or cyber security including threat and risk analysis for complex, high-risk and/or mission critical systems, preferably involving the Home Office, Cabinet Office, NCSC or Security Operations Centres (SOCs). NCSC Certified or equivalent degrees with relevance to Cyber Security. Certification in one or more of the following is desirable: SIRA, CITP, CRTIA, CRTIM, CRISC, CISSP, CEH, CCSP, SANS or equivalent. It is desirable, but not essential, to have a BCS certificate in Enterprise and Solution Architecture. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Seeing the Big Picture Communicating and Influencing We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form: Making Effective Decisions Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Specialist Advice (TECH) - Level 4

Location Cardiff, Croydon, Liverpool, Manchester, Sheffield About the job Job summary As a Lead Technical Architect, you will drive the design and implementation of enterprise-wide technical solutions that shape our future business capabilities. Leading cross-functional teams, you'll ensure alignment with broader government strategies while guiding solutions around modern technologies such as cloud, AI, IoT, blockchain, and more. With a focus on security, agility, and innovation, you'll oversee multiple projects, mentor fellow architects, and collaborate with senior stakeholders. This is a pivotal role for an experienced leader passionate about delivering impactful solutions that support both user needs and organisational goals. Due to business requirements this post is available on a full time/flexible working basis. 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 . Applicants can raise any queries to the email address at the bottom of the advert. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from the widest diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We encourage applications from women, people with disabilities and LGBT+ as they are currently under-represented in the Home Office at this grade level. Appointments will be made on merit based on fair and open competition. Job description As a Lead Technical Architect, you will proactively shape and deliver infrastructure and technical 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. 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. Person specification Key Responsibilities : Define and maintain enterprise-wide technical strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with broader business objectives. Oversee design reviews, incorporating “Secure by Design” principles and compliance with architectural governance. Coordinate with cross-government teams and external partners to ensure cohesive, integrated solutions. Drive digital innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, embracing best practices, and championing continuous improvement. Mentor and coach architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence. Facilitate the design and delivery of complex systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security requirements are met. Manage multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders to address risks, budgets, and timelines. Evaluate outcomes and integrate lessons learned into future strategies, enabling sustainable, long-term solutions. Essential Skills: Proven ability to lead complex technical architectures, championing innovation and best practices. Experience working across multiple domains or projects, coordinating with third-party suppliers and cross-government teams. Aptitude for anticipating future technologies and aligning solutions with broader strategies and business outcomes. Expertise in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable systems within defined time and quality constraints. Strong grasp of agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and design patterns, paired with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, translating complex technical topics for diverse audiences. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring or guiding other architects or technical professionals. SFIA capability framework Skills for the Information Age (SFIA) is the technical framework that sets the standard capability and development of all levels in the Home Office. This is a link to the capability framework: We use set SFIA technical skills to form our interview questions and we will assess you against these technical skills during the selection process. The essential skills listed above are reflective of the Home Office Government Digital and Data Profession Career Framework (based on the industry standard SFIA framework- Use the SFIA to understand what would be expected for each technical skill listed). Please see below for the relevant skills for your role: SFIA Technical skills: Strategy & Architecture: Strategy and Planning Innovation (INOV) - Level 3 Enterprise and Business Architecture (STPL) - Level 3 Strategic Planning (ITSP) - Level 3 Solution Architecture (ARCH) - Level 5 Advice & Guidance Consultancy (CNSL) - Level 4 Specialist Advice (TECH) - Level 4 Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Enterprise and Business Architecture (STPL) - Level 3 Strategic Planning (ITSP) - Level 3 Solution Architecture (ARCH) - Level 5 Specialist Advice (TECH) - Level 4

Location Bristol, South West England, BS1 6PN About the job Job summary This role sits within the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) Reform team, responsible for providing digital and technological enhancements for the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project case management and examination processes. A key part of a multi-disciplinary team this individual will be working with Civil Servants and contracted digital delivery consultants to deliver key results from the existing NSIP Reform workstreams. Job description We are looking for a proactive, organised and communicative Product Manager to manage this key portfolio of products. You will be confident in being both a leader and a team player. The ability to collaborate and converse with colleagues within and outside your teams on a level that builds trust and respect is essential. You must be willing to learn but bring experience and a willingness to challenge. Planning Inspectorate product managers reach and influence outside of Digital and Data unit, working with civil servants, public and private sector stakeholders to deliver value and customer-focussed outcomes. While you will sit within Digital and Data, you will be in constant engagement with colleagues across the business, understanding user needs and interpreting them to design, as well as leading on and managing products and services for internal and external customers. In this role you will be responsible for managing the product roadmaps for several different workstreams spanning initiatives in Artificial Intelligence, Geospatial Data and more. Reporting into your Service Manager, you will be the driver for building and maintaining this key portfolio and providing value to internal and external service users. Salary New entrants to the Civil Service are expected to start on the minimum of the pay band. Internal rules apply to existing Civil Servants, i.e. level transfers move on current salary or the pay range minimum, transfers on promotion move to new pay range minimum or receive 10% increase. Either case is determined by whichever is the highest This role is being advertised at Senior Executive Officer Grade. Salary range for the Grade role is £45,219 - £49,462 Working hours: Standard working week is 37 hours, flexible working hours policy available Part time at 30 hours or above, flexible working hours policy available The Planning Inspectorate has a long and proud history in ensuring a fair planning system for England. The work we do has a significant impact on people's lives, the communities where they live and the economy. We want our colleagues to be able to work more flexibly and more collaboratively, exploring new and innovative ways to improve the way we provide services. For further information on the Planning Inspectorate, please visit our careers page at Office Attendance This role is contractually based at Temple Quay House, Bristol which is currently out of use due to undergoing refurbishment work. In the interim, we have the use of alternative office space in very close proximity to Bristol Temple Meads railway station. We recognise and value the mutual benefits of hybrid working and have a flexible approach to in person attendance, which can vary dependent on the requirements of individual business units - the details of which can be discussed with candidates if invited to attend an interview. Person specification We will assess your application against the Essential Criteria and Success Profile elements listed: Essential Criteria Experience of leading technical specialists in a multidisciplinary team. Stakeholder management skills including engaging and influencing senior management and managing third party suppliers or consultants. Ability to understand complex technical, managerial, or operational problems and evaluate options based on relevant information, resources, well-rounded experience, and knowledge. Experience of building a product roadmap, prioritising a product backlog running a product through its lifecycle, and translating user needs into deliverables. Experience of a continuous improvement and agile environment focusing on user needs. Desirable Criteria Relevant degree or professional qualification Able to secure funding for agile delivery through a business case and through delivering a good pitch. Able to understand and work within the given constraints (including but not limited to technology, policy, regulatory, financial, legal, social user constraints) and to challenge constraints that can be changed. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Managing a Quality Service Leadership Changing and Improving

Location London About the job Job summary DSIT At DSIT we're all about improving people's lives by maximising the potential of science & technology. We accelerate innovation, investment and productivity through world-class science, research and development. We use technology for good by ensuring new and existing technologies are safely developed and deployed across the UK, with the benefits more widely shared. We are driving forward a modern digital government which gives citizens a more satisfying experience and their time back. We do all this to enable the Government's 5 national missions: kick-starting economic growth, making Britain a clean energy superpower, taking back our streets, breaking down barriers to opportunity and building an NHS fit for the future. Above all, we focus on improving people's lives. Whether it's researching new treatments for disease, developing better batteries, reducing burdens through better public services, keeping children safe online, and much more, outcomes for citizens are at the heart of what we do. Our Inclusive Environment We offer flexible working benefits, employee well-being support and a great pension. We are enormously proud to be a Disability Confident Leader employer. We support candidates with adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Information about disability confidence and just some examples of the adjustments that you can request can be found in the reasonable adjustment section below. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy. Find Out More We regularly run events where you can find out more about the department and tips for the application and interview process. You can sign up for upcoming events here: -hidden link- You can also follow our LinkedIn Page: -hidden link- Job description The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government — we are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government. Our priorities are to drive a modern digital government, by: 1. joining up public sector services 2. harnessing the power of AI for the public good 3. strengthening and extending our digital and data public infrastructure 4. elevating leadership and investing in talent 5. funding for outcomes and procuring for growth and innovation 6. committing to transparency and driving accountability We are home to the Incubator for Artificial Intelligence (I.AI), the world-leading GOV.UK and at the forefront of coordinating the UK's geospatial strategy and activity. We lead the Government Digital and Data function and champion the work of digital teams across government. We're part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and employ more than 1,000 people all over the UK, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol. The Government Digital Service is where talent translates into impact. From your first day, you'll be working with some of the world's most highly-skilled digital professionals, all contributing their knowledge to make change on a national scale. Join us for rewarding work that makes a difference across the UK. You'll solve some of the nation's highest-priority digital challenges, helping millions of people access services they need. Person specification Key responsibilities Join GDS - the digital heart of government - as a Digital Capability Senior Communities and Engagement Manager and drive high-profile strategies that shape the future of public services across the UK. We're looking for a dynamic and creative professional to lead impactful campaigns, craft compelling narratives, and elevate the profile of digital and data capability in Government at a national scale. If you thrive on innovation, can deliver at pace, and are passionate about solving complex challenges with ingenuity, we want to hear from you. As a Senior Communities and Engagement Manager you will: Drive the execution of high-impact initiatives within the Capability and Workforce community strategy, from compelling content and strategic press engagement to dynamic social media, impactful events, and insightful audience analysis. Contribute directly to achieving the Prime Minister's ambitious target of 1 in 10 civil servants working in digital roles by 2030, through your strategic engagement initiatives. Support the Programme Delivery Manager with engaging the cross-government Government Digital and Data communities and work towards the Elevate Leadership, invest in talent objectives set out in the blueprint for modern digital government Lead on the design, delivery and continuous evaluation of a key engagement strand of the Government Digital and Data Capability and Workforce team strategy and plan, producing or coordinating the creation of accessible content and narratives with impact. Ensure reporting of delivery against the strategy to senior leaders in GDS. Engage with the 30,000+ members of the Government Digital and Data profession, building connections, gathering insights, and fostering a strong sense of community across departments. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across government to agree and align on shared messaging for the Government Digital and Data Capability and Workforce team as well as gain buy-in for delivering the six-point plan for public sector digital reform Collaborate dynamically with GDS and DSIT teams, ensuring all activities are underpinned by robust, agile plans aligned with our engagement strategy. You'll expertly manage urgent priorities and emerging needs. Support with the organisation and promotion of a calendar of virtual, in person, regional and London-based, cross-government, events and community meetings Strengthen cross-government engagement, and lead on the Government Digital and Data Capability and Workforce monthly newsletter. Essential skills and experience criteria Can cope comfortably with ambiguity and thrive on being creative and innovative Brings high levels of energy and enthusiasm to collaboration, inspiring others to deliver results. Are experienced professionals with the knowledge and understanding of how to plan and deliver community engagement activities using clear frameworks Have high level writing and editing skills with an understanding of different types of content that can be used for different purposes Have knowledge and understanding of planning and delivering engaging virtual and in person events, and can work across all aspects of a large engagement programme Possess design skills, understand how to use digital events and marketing platforms, and can film and edit footage on a smart phone Have extensive and demonstrable experience in delivering and measuring the efficacy of community activity Have the ability to be able to grasp a variety of fast moving, often nuanced and complex policies quickly and effectively Have experience of managing a wide range of stakeholders and their competing priorities Desirable criteria A background in communications and engagement Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace Working Together Seeing the Big Picture

Location Birkenhead, North West England, CH41 6DU : Croydon, London (region), CR0 2AQ : Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Durham, North East England, DH1 5TR : Weymouth, South West England, DT4 9TT : Gloucester, South West England, GL1 1DQ : Kingston upon Hull, Yorkshire and the Humber, HU2 8JN : Leicester, East Midlands (England), LE3 5DR : Nottingham, East Midlands (England), NG2 1AW : Peterborough, East of England, PE1 1QF : Plymouth, South West England, PL6 5WS : Warton, North West England, PR4 1TE : Swansea, Wales, SA7 9FQ : Telford, West Midlands (England), TF3 4LR About the job Job summary Millions of people and businesses rely on HM Land Registry every year to keep their ownership secure and to provide guaranteed services that enable over £1 billion of home and business moves every working day. We hold the ownership records for 26 million properties worth around £8 trillion - more than half the wealth of the England and Wales. Understanding the nation's land ownership and its potential use and value is vital to a successful economy and a sustainable future. Our information services are critical to that aim, and the data we serve is significant. Buying a home, moving a business and developing land could be easier - delivering more homes, easier living and economic growth. HM Land Registry can play a significant role in that progress, particularly through the digitisation of its data and services and the use of AI. We are looking for a Deputy Director for Digital Services to join us, challenge us and enable our services to be quicker, more customer friendly across a diverse range of end users. We have a highly ambitious and funded strategy. You will shape the future of the property market by modernising our systems and services and enabling a more effective customer journey. You will be accountable for HM Land Registry's current digital services and associated products. You will take the lead in our ambitious plans and drive a design- and product-led way of working. You will have overall responsibility for the direction, change and delivery of new and innovative products that satisfy a broad and complex user base. Job description As our Deputy Director for Digital Services, you will: Communicate a compelling vision for HMLRs current and future customer-facing and casework digital services in line with the organisations aims, aspirations, and business strategy.? Lead the development of an engaging and prioritised product roadmap for customer and casework services that meets the needs of our current and future customers and the people working in HMLR. Lead across Groups and disciplines in the organisation in the design and delivery of a complex and interlocking set of product and service changes, to deliver both short and long-term benefits that fulfil the promise of a generational shift in the ease of doing business both within and with HMLR. Lead and develop HMLRs Service Design capability to ensure a professional design-led approach to devising the services that HMLR can provide, as well as in the detailed design of those it delivers. ? As head of profession, ensure a consistent approach to the delivery of service design and product management across HMLR and ensure that professional capability is built, developed and grown in order to continue to meet the requirements of the organisation now and in the future.? Collaborate and support colleagues across the organisation, ensuring that agile working practices are well established and practiced by all, and, that HMLR makes best use of advances in design and technology to innovate in response to user needs.? Ensure that customer and user insight, as well as expertise in service design, engineering and IT and data architecture are all brought into the thinking on the products and services that HMLR should be developing. Enable teams to make the best insightful, data-driven decisions. Manage key stakeholders internally and externally, including customers, OGDs, GDS to ensure HMLR Digital roadmaps are well understood, supported and endorsed.? Take a full part in leadership and accountability for driving design to delivery through our design authority, projects and programmes. As a senior leader within HM Land Registry play a key role in delivering corporate communications and upholding and role-playing the key values of the organisation. Create an environment where our people can succeed, effectively leading and developing your senior management team through clear delegation of responsibilities and agreement of performance criteria. Lead the wider team in line with HMLRs value and culture, ensuring team is engaged, skilled and innovative. Be accountable for budgetary spend relating to team resources, delivery partner services in the product management function and other associated costs for delivering the product design service Person specification What we need from you: You are well-practiced in developing and leading innovative digital strategies grounded in customer and user needs. You have the ability to see pragmatic ways forward that are innovative and strategically aligned, delivering the maximum benefit for the country. You have a proven ability to work collaboratively across many disciplines and to balancing the demands of an ongoing busy service and the need for transformation and innovation. You are a leader with ability to define and sell compelling vision to key stakeholders and digital teams. You have the ability to coach and develop teams Significant experience of working using agile techniques and user centred design Experience of delivering disruptive digital services successfully and effectively managing impact of change Experience in developing Digital Services

Location Remote working (anywhere in the UK) About the job Job summary This is an exciting opportunity in the Digital Services team! You'll be joining our team at a time of transformation, and you will be part of shaping the future of our department. We use Agile Methodologies and promote a culture of continuous improvement. We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Test Engineer (Non-Functional Security) with great technical skills, able to deliver and support security testing workstreams, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. You will also offer guidance to other testers on security testing best practices. You will be part of our non-functional testing specialist team, working collaboratively with your team and overseeing the testing journey. This provides an opportunity to make the test community thrive by exploring new and emerging tools and approaches and working out how you can help the organisation deliver better services. This is a rewarding role within the Test Team and provides an opportunity to contribute to the success of existing and future services provided by Companies House. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. We're able to consider both full-time and part-time working patterns for this opportunity. For part-time, this must be a minimum of 30 hours per week, over 4 or 5 days. Please note - Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Additionally, a Security Check (SC) is an essential requirement for this role (at least 3 out of the last 5 years in the UK). Please see 'Things you need to know' section below for more information. Job description As a Senior Test Engineer focusing on security you will; Working within a delivery team, youll contribute to the coordination and execution of security testing across the software development lifecycle. This will involve running vulnerability scans using tools such as Burp, coordinating with relevant teams, testing security related issues.?? Support the wider test team by sharing knowledge and guidance on security testing approaches and tooling.???? Attend meetings and provide stakeholders with updates.?? Design and implement pipeline solutions to support automated security testing and reporting.? For more information on the Test Engineering profession and skills expected of a Lead, head over to the . Person specification We are looking for the following, which will be assessed at sift, technical stage and interview. Experience in Security testing. A relevant certification in ethical hacking or penetration testing, such as such as 7Safe CSTA or GIAC Penetration testing,?OR currently working towards this OR have proven working experience.??? Working knowledge of at least 5 of the following security tools and technologies: Burp Suite (including Burp Scanner) - for web app vulnerability scanning and manual security testing. OWASP ZAP - for DAST and automated security regression testing. Postman or SOAP UI - for API testing with a security focus (e.g. injection, authorisation, token misuse). OAuth2 / OpenID Connect - for testing secure authentication and access control scenarios. Jenkins or Concourse - for integrating security testing into CI/CD pipelines. Unix/Linux-based systems - for using command-line tools, analysing logs, and running manual tests. AWS (or similar cloud provider) - with a focus on IAM, S3 access, and common misconfiguration risks. SQL / MongoDB / Oracle - for testing injection flaws, access controls, and data sanitisation. Karate DSL or Rest Assured - for automating security-focused API tests. Git or other version control systems - for secure code handling and integration with security scanners. Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools - e.g. SonarQube, Checkmarx, Semgrep. Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) tools - e.g. OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite Pro. Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) scanning tools - e.g. tfsec, Checkov. Secrets detection tools - e.g. GitLeaks, truffleHog, detect-secrets. Threat modelling approaches - e.g. STRIDE, or creating risk-based test charters. Familiarity with the OWASP Top 10 - and how to test for each risk category. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Making Effective Decisions Managing a Quality Service Working Together Seeing the Big Picture Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Penetration testing / ethical hacking