Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer

Surrey
£1000 per day
12 Month Contract (Potential Extension)
A major public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer to lead large-scale transformation across a complex, multi-agency environment.

This is a high-impact, board-facing leadership role with responsibility for shaping and delivering a modern, integrated digital and data strategy across organisational and system boundaries.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will act as the organisation’s senior authority on digital, data and technology, with accountability for strategy, investment, and delivery across a large-scale function.

You will:

Set and deliver a forward-thinking digital, data and technology vision aligned to organisational priorities
Lead major transformation programmes across multiple partner organisations
Drive innovation across AI, automation and data-led decision making
Oversee a significant technology estate, ensuring resilience, scalability and security
Operate at system level, influencing regional and national strategy
Key Experience Required

Proven experience in a CIO, CTO, CDIO or equivalent executive role
Strong background delivering large-scale digital transformation within complex organisations
Experience working across multi-agency or public sector environments
Deep understanding of data strategy, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology
Demonstrable leadership of large teams and significant budgets
Exceptional stakeholder management at the executive and political level
Additional Details

Location: Surrey (hybrid working)
Contract: May 2026 – March 2027
Day Rate: £1000 (Inside IR35)
Team Size: Up to 300 staff
Budget Responsibility: £20m+