Director of Digital - Local Authority

My client in the Midlands is looking to appoint talented Director of Digital (Local Authority) on a Contract basis.

The role will have overall responsibility for the Council's technology infrastructure, systems and the budgets which provide them, to support all of the Council's services.

About the role:

Based in the Midlands (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site):

• To lead the Council's Digital, Data and Technology functions, ensuring accessible, secure, reliable and responsive live services are maintained in line with user expectations.
• To lead on the implementation of the Council's DDAT strategy, including modernising the service to ensure customer focus, greater engagement with services.
• Strategic oversight of all technology operations, devising standard ways of working and reviewing / establishing IT policies and systems to support Council modernisation.
• Take responsibility of the Council's overall technology spend, ensuring it is efficient, effective, provides value for money and gives a clear understanding of the full costs of service delivery.

About you:

You will have the following skillsets or experiences:

• Extensive experience as a leader of DDAT in a Local Authority or Public Sector context.
• Complete understanding of the technological and digital architecture of a Local Authority.
• Outstanding budget management skills.
• Significant experience in a diverse range of ICT disciplines including strategic and customer management in a large complex organisation

What's on offer:

• Salary: £1100-£1200 per day Inside IR35

*negotiable based on experience

*please submit your CV with the rate you require

• Overtime: no options available
• Contract type: Contract - 6 months
• Hours: 09:00ach -17:00 Monday to Friday

How to apply

• Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
• Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

About Spencer Clarke Group

Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.

When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

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