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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Chief Digital and Information Officer - Insolvency Service - SCS1 - **Company:** Government Digital & Data - **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £86,000.0 - £117,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Architectural Patterns, Cloud Computing, Data Governance, DevOps, Fraud Prevention and Detection, Live Connect (Windows), User-Centered Design, System Availability, Technical Debt, Data Management, Legacy Systems - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2851130919-2 ## About the Role + Excellent leadership skills, with proven success of building high-performing, cross functional teams, where emphasis is placed on creating value + A strong track record of leading large-scale digital and technology transformation, ideally in complex, regulated or service-intensive environments + Experience running and modernising critical live services at scale + Ability to balance short-term operational stability with long-term transformation + Deep understanding of modern architectures, cloud, data platforms and emerging technologies (including AI) + Proven ability to lead through others, influence at Board level, and operate in complex stakeholder environments + Strong commercial and financial acumen, including managing significant budgets and supplier ecosystems ## Description Birmingham, Cardiff, Croydon, Edinburgh, Exeter, Ipswich, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Stratford. The role is available from any of our regional centres with regular travel to London, Manchester, Birmingham required. About the job Job summary This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of a major public service transformation. The Insolvency Service is modernising how it supports citizens in financial distress, tackles economic wrongdoing, and delivers high-volume statutory services. Digital, data and technology are critical to this ambition. As Chief Digital and Information Officer, you will lead a step-change in how we design, deliver and operate services-moving from legacy, fragmented systems toward resilient, user-centred, data-driven platforms that improve outcomes for citizens and enable economic growth. You will operate as a core member of the Executive Leadership Team, shaping organisational strategy and acting as the principal advisor to the Chief Executive and Board on digital, technology, cyber and data., * Define and deliver a multi-year digital and technology strategy that modernises critical services and reduces reliance on legacy systems * Drive adoption of product-based delivery models and modern engineering practices * Identify and scale the use of data, automation and AI to improve efficiency, fraud detection and service quality 2. Delivering Excellent, Reliable Services * Ensure high availability, resilience and performance across critical national services supporting 80,000 users annually * Improve end-to-end service journeys using user-centred design and measurable performance outcomes * Stabilise and progressively modernise a complex live estate 3. Building a High-Performing DDaT Function * Lead and develop a multidisciplinary workforce, building deep capability across architecture, engineering, cyber and data * Strengthen internal capability while optimising the use of strategic suppliers * Create a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement 4. Strengthening Cyber and Risk Posture + Lead the organisation's cyber resilience strategy, embedding secure-by-design principles + Ensure robust management of information risk, regulatory compliance and data governance + Build a security-aware culture across the organisation 5. Driving Value and Commercial Impact + Oversee significant investment in digital and technology, ensuring clear prioritisation and measurable value + Improve commercial outcomes across a complex supplier ecosystem, including SIAM arrangements + Deliver efficiencies while enabling transformation 6. Influencing at the Highest Levels + Act as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive, Board and Ministers + Build strong partnerships across government, including DBT and central digital and security functions + Communicate complex technology and risk issues clearly to drive effective decision-making What Success Looks Like (First 18-24 Months) + Measurable improvement in reliability and performance of critical services, more transparency in reporting and dashboarding + Clear, funded roadmap to reduce remaining legacy systems and technical debt (in 12 months) + Increased digital adoption and improved user satisfaction + Stronger cyber maturity and reduced organisational risk exposure + Improved supplier performance and demonstrable value for money + A more engaged, capable and stable DDaT workforce Person specification We are looking for a senior leader who combines strategic vision with delivery credibility. 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