Offre d'emploi Director of Technology and Operations - FCDO Services - SCS1

Make a real difference in this one-of-a kind leadership role

As our Director, you’ll transform our ways of working to ensure we’re in the best position possible to keep the UK protected. You’ll hit the ground running, taking the lead from day one. You’ll be able to see the potential in our work and talented teams, you’ll see what needs to be done to make us even better. You’ll inspire, motivate, build our incredible teams into a strong future.

With a commitment to the values of the Civil Service and our business priorities, you’ll lead on the delivery of mission critical data, service solutions and cyber security solutions to the FCDO and its partners in the UK and overseas.

This isn’t ‘business as usual’ – your role will be all about putting your own stamp on things, finding ways to completely transform the way we work so we can fulfil our meaningful purpose for years to come.

Use your innovative IT skills as you help to lead our global mission

We have agreed growth targets, and with this in mind you’ll be accountable for a significant budget and help us to navigate a period of change, transition and transformation. We’ll also expect you to recognise opportunities, align these to our overall corporate strategy, and take responsibility for the definition, governance and implementation of the technology strategy. Focused on optimising delivery to our customers, you’ll also exploit the very latest technologies as you work to modernise and improve our internal IT systems.

You’ll already have an innovative and strategic mindset and the skills to enable customer-focused, process-driven technology solutions that enhance our efficiency and the value of our global business. Bringing your track record of mobilising and leading operational and strategic teams to deliver commercial and IT operational support and services you’ll be able to demonstrate how you exceed your customer’s expectations, your superb financial management skills and exceptional commercial acumen.

You’ll be a natural at working at a senior level, You’ll be inspiring in your leadership, motivating others to see your vision and be comfortable and confident working with your peers as well as the members of your team as the Technology and Digital expert providing advice and taking accountability for delivery. You will be capable in seeing the bigger picture and are ready to factor this into your decision making.  

You’ll be great at building relationships, internally and with stakeholders. And you’ll have a passion for our work, and you will be the Senior Technology representative for FCDO Services within Government ensuring alignment, collaboration, and influence across cross-government IT and technology initiatives.