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Digital and Transformation Chief Operating Officer

Regions: Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield
Salary: £100,000 to £140,000 plus a Civil Service pension with an amazing 28.97% employer contribution
Apply by: Monday, September 8, 2025, 11:55 pm
Contract: Permanent, full-time, with adaptable working options available

Concerning the Position

You will be stepping into a crucial leadership role as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) within DWP’s Digital and Transformation Group. You will often represent the Chief Digital Information Officer (CDIO) and hand-in-hand with the Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

In this capacity, you will:

  • Control partnerships with HM Treasury (HMT) and the Government Digital Service (GDS).

  • Create the operating model and future vision for DWP Digital.

  • Control labor strategy, financing, risk management, performance, and planning.

  • Cultivate talent all throughout the company using digital competence building and personnel development support.

Main Roles

Performance and Planning

  • Lead the general Digital and Transformation viewpoint to make sure projects are properly planned, controlled, and affordable.

  • Manage business planning for both short-term and long-term needs and create a workforce plan for more than 4,000 people.

  • Establish performance indicators (OKRs and KPIs) that correspond to the overall goals of the department.

Risk Management and Governance

  • Guide governance, control, and risk management across Digital.

  • Work with committees, help coworkers, and quickly get rid of any barriers.

  • Keep relationships with auditors under check and make adjustments as needed.

Finance

  • Manage a budget of over £1 billion and a staff of 7,000 plus.

  • Manage budgets, maximize supplier value, and obtain financing by working with the commercial and finance divisions.

  • Give the CDIO senior-level counsel on delivery, strategy, and policy.

Workforce and Digital Capability

  • Collaborate with People and Capability teams to develop a varied, competent workforce.

  • Create effective recruiting, training, internships, and career advancement plans.

  • Lead professional development and establish long-term ability channels.

Communication and Participation

  • Drive a communication plan that enables personnel to grasp the vision and strategy of the company.

  • Create a good, encouraging environment where people can perform their finest work.

Things You Have to Have

One should demonstrate the following to flourish in this capacity:

  • Powerful experience spearheading digital transformation in big, complicated firms.

  • Evidence of working at the board level and influencing top executives.

  • Recording of creating high-performing teams via leadership, encouragement, and development.

  • Managing large budgets effectively and generating commercial value successfully.

  • Knowing how to create policies, follow development, and apply KPIs or OKRs.

Advantages

Working at DWP grants you access to:

  • Civil Service pension with almost 29% employer contribution.

  • Flexible job possibilities include job sharing, reduced hours, etc.

  • At least 25 days of paid vacation, increasing to 30, plus public holidays.

  • Travel assistance, such as cycle to work and season ticket loans.

  • Wellness assistance and employee discounts include counseling.

  • Increased family leave benefits following one year of work.

  • Sponsored education, coaching, and credentials to help you advance in your career.

  • Inclusive workplace with networks of employees (e.g., Women’s Network, Disability Network).

Application Procedure

Apply by 8 September 2025:

  • A curriculum vitae including your job experience, key duties, and accomplishments.

  • Up to 1250 words, a personal statement demonstrating your experience and skills to fit the position.

  • For applicants who need them, moderate modifications abound.

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