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# Director Digital

- **Company:** developrec
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Salary:** £140,000.0 - £175,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Technology, Software Product Management, Software Engineering
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/director-digital/develop-job107707702

## About the Role

* Executive-level experience leading digital strategy, product development or technology functions within a consulting, technology or digital-first organisation.
 * Proven experience delivering AI, digital transformation or software product initiatives from concept through to implementation.
 * Strong understanding of modern software engineering, product development methodologies and technology governance.
 * Experience leading multidisciplinary teams across Product, Engineering, Architecture and Delivery, including management of offshore development partners.
 * Demonstrable experience engaging with C-suite stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on digital strategy and technology transformation.
 * Commercially minded, with the ability to translate technology strategy into scalable products, consulting offerings and measurable business value.
 * Experience building and scaling digital or product functions within a high-growth or entrepreneurial environment.
 * Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage equally well with technical teams, executive leadership and clients.
 * Passion for AI, emerging technologies and innovation, with the vision to shape future products and digital capabilities.

## Description

* Provide strategic leadership across the organisation's digital, AI and product capabilities as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
 * Lead the AI Product & Innovation Function, overseeing the end-to-end lifecycle of AI-enabled products from ideation through to launch, adoption and ongoing evolution.
 * Define and own the digital technology roadmap, ensuring products and platforms support the firm's long-term growth strategy.
 * Act as the organisation's senior technology leader, providing credibility and strategic guidance across consulting engagements and client relationships.
 * Oversee internal, offshore and third-party development teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and best practice throughout the software development lifecycle.
 * Build and manage strategic technology partnerships, supplier relationships and software delivery partners.
 * Establish governance across product delivery, including requirements gathering, development oversight, testing, user acceptance and delivery frameworks.
 * Work closely with senior leadership to identify new AI product opportunities and bring innovative solutions to market.
 * Represent the business externally through client engagement, executive workshops, industry events and thought leadership activities.
 * Recruit, mentor and grow the digital, product and consulting capability as the organisation continues to scale.


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