Job Title- Senior IT Business Partner Salary Range- MG2 £66,318 - £80,874 Permanent - Full time Location- Richmond and Wandsworth Are you an experienced IT professional with a passion for driving digital transformation in the public sector? Would you like to work on new and exciting projects that will really transform how the Council will work by driving transformation by leveraging digital tools and technologies. Is it time to grow your repertoire of skills whilst working in a friendly and nurturing team? As a key member of our IT Business Partner Team, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders, shape technology strategies, and ensure effective delivery of IT services across our organisation. As the Senior IT representative within the SSA, your role is to strategically focus on the activities of the SSA IT Service. You'll provide IT consultancy, drive business transformation, and manage client relations across multiple SSA Directorates. Your responsibilities include rigorously developing and evaluating major IT investment proposals and overseeing the procurement and implementation of complex IT and business transformation programs in alignment with the SSA IT and digital strategy and technical standards. About the role Reporting to the IT Business Partnership Manager, you will Strategic Alignment: Collaborate closely with department heads and elected staff to deeply understand business needs. Identify opportunities and align IT initiatives with organisational goals. Thought Leadership: Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies, digital innovation, and best practices. Champion the adoption of modern IT solutions and translate business change ideas into projects that deliver value for money. Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with business units, acting as a trusted advisor.Understand their challenges and translate them into effective IT solutions.Risk Management and Compliance: Assess and mitigate IT risks, ensuring compliance with security, data protection, and regulatory requirements.Change Management: Drive change management efforts related to IT initiatives, fostering user adoption and minimising disruption.Collaboration and Solution Selection: Work with colleagues in IT to exchange ideas and experiences, ensuring the best solution is chosen.Project Oversight: Oversee the successful execution of IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Ensure projects follow IT governance processes.Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with external suppliers to understand their technical offerings. Ensure project requirements are met while adhering to IT standards. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Experience Staff Management Experience: Demonstrated ability in managing staff, fostering collaboration, and achieving team goals. Proven Achievement Record: A track record of success across critical areas, including: Business Analysis Options Appraisals Procurement/Contract Management Project Management IT Infrastructure Technical Architecture Enterprise and Tactical Business Applications Implementation Programme Management IS/IT Strategy Digital Development Business Transformation Contributions: Demonstrable impact on IT-led business transformation, delivering results within challenging timeframes. Senior Managerial Expertise: Seasoned senior management experience in both operational and project/programme contexts. Engagement in Business System Forums: Active participation in relevant business system focus groups and forums. Effective Facilitation Skills: Proficient in facilitating workshops and group discussions, leading to consensus-driven decisions. Strategic Communication: Presenting strategic and tactical IT and business issues to senior business audiences with clarity and impact. Skills Relationship Building:Cultivate strong working relationships with colleagues, the broader business, and external partners.Strategic Insight:Demonstrate strategic analysis and planning skills to drive informed decision-making.Customer-Focussed Approach:Embrace a strong customer service ethos, ensuring client satisfaction and positive interactions.Compelling Communication:Advise and produce compelling business cases and detailed requirement specifications.Conflict Resolution:Handle conflicts with gravitas, seeking mutually agreeable resolutions promptly.Pragmatic Flexibility:Deviate from rigid mandates when practical, prioritising effective outcomes.Cultural Acumen:Be sensitive to organisational cultures, hierarchies, and politics, adapting your approach accordingly.Information Synthesis:Rapidly absorb and analyse written and verbal information, extracting key messages and making relevant recommendations.Effective Communication:Master presentation and influencing skills, communicating persuasively both verbally and in writing.Qualifications Educational Qualification:Professional IT / Business Management accreditation - e.g., Chartered IT Professional, MBA.Project Management Certification:Prince2 Practitioner or any other accredited project management qualification.Business Transformation and Analysis Expertise:Experience or accreditations in Business Change, Analysis, Process Mapping, and Re-engineering.Indicative Recruitment Timeline: Closing Date: 30th April 2024 Shortlisting Date: 02nd May 2024 Interview Date: Wednesday 08th May 2024 Test/Presentation: Successful shortlisted candidates will be asked to present a10 minutes presentation as part of the interview process. Useful Information: Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Job Title- Senior IT Business Partner Salary Range- MG2 £66,318 - £80,874 Permanent - Full time Location- Richmond and Wandsworth Are you an experienced IT professional with a passion for driving digital transformation in the public sector? Would you like to work on new and exciting projects that will really transform how the Council will work by driving transformation by leveraging digital tools and technologies. Is it time to grow your repertoire of skills whilst working in a friendly and nurturing team? As a key member of our IT Business Partner Team, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders, shape technology strategies, and ensure effective delivery of IT services across our organisation. As the Senior IT representative within the SSA, your role is to strategically focus on the activities of the SSA IT Service. You'll provide IT consultancy, drive business transformation, and manage client relations across multiple SSA Directorates. Your responsibilities include rigorously developing and evaluating major IT investment proposals and overseeing the procurement and implementation of complex IT and business transformation programs in alignment with the SSA IT and digital strategy and technical standards. About the role Reporting to the IT Business Partnership Manager, you will Strategic Alignment: Collaborate closely with department heads and elected staff to deeply understand business needs. Identify opportunities and align IT initiatives with organisational goals. Thought Leadership: Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies, digital innovation, and best practices. Champion the adoption of modern IT solutions and translate business change ideas into projects that deliver value for money. Relationship Building: Build strong relationships with business units, acting as a trusted advisor.Understand their challenges and translate them into effective IT solutions.Risk Management and Compliance: Assess and mitigate IT risks, ensuring compliance with security, data protection, and regulatory requirements.Change Management: Drive change management efforts related to IT initiatives, fostering user adoption and minimising disruption.Collaboration and Solution Selection: Work with colleagues in IT to exchange ideas and experiences, ensuring the best solution is chosen.Project Oversight: Oversee the successful execution of IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Ensure projects follow IT governance processes.Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with external suppliers to understand their technical offerings. Ensure project requirements are met while adhering to IT standards. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience Experience Staff Management Experience: Demonstrated ability in managing staff, fostering collaboration, and achieving team goals. Proven Achievement Record: A track record of success across critical areas, including: Business Analysis Options Appraisals Procurement/Contract Management Project Management IT Infrastructure Technical Architecture Enterprise and Tactical Business Applications Implementation Programme Management IS/IT Strategy Digital Development Business Transformation Contributions: Demonstrable impact on IT-led business transformation, delivering results within challenging timeframes. Senior Managerial Expertise: Seasoned senior management experience in both operational and project/programme contexts. Engagement in Business System Forums: Active participation in relevant business system focus groups and forums. Effective Facilitation Skills: Proficient in facilitating workshops and group discussions, leading to consensus-driven decisions. Strategic Communication: Presenting strategic and tactical IT and business issues to senior business audiences with clarity and impact. Skills Relationship Building:Cultivate strong working relationships with colleagues, the broader business, and external partners.Strategic Insight:Demonstrate strategic analysis and planning skills to drive informed decision-making.Customer-Focussed Approach:Embrace a strong customer service ethos, ensuring client satisfaction and positive interactions.Compelling Communication:Advise and produce compelling business cases and detailed requirement specifications.Conflict Resolution:Handle conflicts with gravitas, seeking mutually agreeable resolutions promptly.Pragmatic Flexibility:Deviate from rigid mandates when practical, prioritising effective outcomes.Cultural Acumen:Be sensitive to organisational cultures, hierarchies, and politics, adapting your approach accordingly.Information Synthesis:Rapidly absorb and analyse written and verbal information, extracting key messages and making relevant recommendations.Effective Communication:Master presentation and influencing skills, communicating persuasively both verbally and in writing.Qualifications Educational Qualification:Professional IT / Business Management accreditation - e.g., Chartered IT Professional, MBA.Project Management Certification:Prince2 Practitioner or any other accredited project management qualification.Business Transformation and Analysis Expertise:Experience or accreditations in Business Change, Analysis, Process Mapping, and Re-engineering.Indicative Recruitment Timeline: Closing Date: 30th April 2024 Shortlisting Date: 02nd May 2024 Interview Date: Wednesday 08th May 2024 Test/Presentation: Successful shortlisted candidates will be asked to present a10 minutes presentation as part of the interview process. Useful Information: Richmond and Wandsworth Councils are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences, recognising that employees from a variety of backgrounds bring important and positive contributions to the Councils and can improve the way we deliver services. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We offer a wide range of benefits designed to attract, develop, and reward our employees such as 40 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), flexible working and a generous pension plan.
Bramwith Consulting HEAD OF PROCUREMENT - TECH/DATA/DIGITAL - LONDON X 2 PW - FINANCIAL REGULATORY BOARD - £90-115K + £5K + BENEFITS An exciting opportunity as Head of Procurement has emerged within the financial services sector, specifically targeting individuals with public sector experience. In this role, you will hold a pivotal position in steering strategic transformation within the organisation, particularly focusing on Technology services. This presents an exciting chance to influence the trajectory of procurement in accordance with their Technology Vision Statement and Strategy amidst a significant period of change As the Head of Procurement for Technology, Data, and Digital (DDaT), you will lead the charge in delivering innovative procurement solutions that align with our strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), you will oversee a team responsible for driving commercial outcomes and ensuring value for money across DDaT categories. Your expertise in futuristic technology, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), will be instrumental in educating and guiding the financial services industry through innovative technologies such as AI Develop and manage a pipeline of procurement projects, prioritizing key initiatives and allocating resources effectively. Establish effective category strategies aligned with organizational priorities, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and benefits tracking. Provide expert advice and guidance on procurement best practices, utilizing market intelligence to optimize outcomes. Lead complex supplier negotiations and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and risk mitigation. Advocate for change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function This position presents a unique opportunity for individuals with public sector experience to join our Procurement leadership team during a phase of transformation and expansion. You will have the opportunity to lead change initiatives, drive digital enablement, and make a tangible impact on our organization's success. With our commitment to your professional development and a supportive work environment, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and resources to excel. If you are keen to understand more about this role, please reach out to Sophie at Key skills: Procurement, Digital, Technology, Data, Technology, Information Technology Procurement, Senior procurement Management, Procurement Manager, Indirect, Banking, finance, public sector, contract management, commercial, compliance Add your cover letter for supporting information here. Upload a CV Upload your CV to accompany your application for this job. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy Fields marked with are required. Upload CV Name Email Upload Would you like us to hold onto your details so that we can keep you up to date with relevant opportunities? Add your cover letter for supporting information here. Upload a CV Upload your CV to accompany your application for this job. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy Fields marked with are required. Upload CV Name Email Upload Would you like us to hold onto your details so that we can keep you up to date with relevant opportunities? Add your cover letter for supporting information here. Upload a CV Upload your CV to accompany your application for this job. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy Fields marked with are required. Copyright (c) 2019 Bramwith Consulting. All rights Reserved. Functional Functional Always active The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Preferences Preferences The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Statistics Statistics The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Marketing Marketing The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
Bramwith Consulting HEAD OF PROCUREMENT - TECH/DATA/DIGITAL - LONDON X 2 PW - FINANCIAL REGULATORY BOARD - £90-115K + £5K + BENEFITS An exciting opportunity as Head of Procurement has emerged within the financial services sector, specifically targeting individuals with public sector experience. In this role, you will hold a pivotal position in steering strategic transformation within the organisation, particularly focusing on Technology services. This presents an exciting chance to influence the trajectory of procurement in accordance with their Technology Vision Statement and Strategy amidst a significant period of change As the Head of Procurement for Technology, Data, and Digital (DDaT), you will lead the charge in delivering innovative procurement solutions that align with our strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), you will oversee a team responsible for driving commercial outcomes and ensuring value for money across DDaT categories. Your expertise in futuristic technology, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), will be instrumental in educating and guiding the financial services industry through innovative technologies such as AI Develop and manage a pipeline of procurement projects, prioritizing key initiatives and allocating resources effectively. Establish effective category strategies aligned with organizational priorities, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and benefits tracking. Provide expert advice and guidance on procurement best practices, utilizing market intelligence to optimize outcomes. Lead complex supplier negotiations and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and risk mitigation. Advocate for change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function This position presents a unique opportunity for individuals with public sector experience to join our Procurement leadership team during a phase of transformation and expansion. You will have the opportunity to lead change initiatives, drive digital enablement, and make a tangible impact on our organization's success. With our commitment to your professional development and a supportive work environment, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and resources to excel. If you are keen to understand more about this role, please reach out to Sophie at Key skills: Procurement, Digital, Technology, Data, Technology, Information Technology Procurement, Senior procurement Management, Procurement Manager, Indirect, Banking, finance, public sector, contract management, commercial, compliance Add your cover letter for supporting information here. Upload a CV Upload your CV to accompany your application for this job. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy Fields marked with are required. Upload CV Name Email Upload Would you like us to hold onto your details so that we can keep you up to date with relevant opportunities? Add your cover letter for supporting information here. Upload a CV Upload your CV to accompany your application for this job. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy Fields marked with are required. Upload CV Name Email Upload Would you like us to hold onto your details so that we can keep you up to date with relevant opportunities? Add your cover letter for supporting information here. Upload a CV Upload your CV to accompany your application for this job. Please tick this box to consent to us using your data. How we use your data is outlined in our privacy policy Fields marked with are required. Copyright (c) 2019 Bramwith Consulting. All rights Reserved. Functional Functional Always active The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Preferences Preferences The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. Statistics Statistics The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. Marketing Marketing The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
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HEAD OF PROCUREMENT - TECH/DATA/DIGITAL - LONDON X 2 PW - FINANCIAL REGULATORY BOARD - £90-115K + £5K + BENEFITS An exciting opportunity as Head of Procurement has emerged within the financial services sector, specifically targeting individuals with public sector experience. In this role, you will hold a pivotal position in steering strategic transformation within the organisation, particularly focusing on Technology services. This presents an exciting chance to influence the trajectory of procurement in accordance with their Technology Vision Statement and Strategy amidst a significant period of change As the Head of Procurement for Technology, Data, and Digital (DDaT), you will lead the charge in delivering innovative procurement solutions that align with our strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), you will oversee a team responsible for driving commercial outcomes and ensuring value for money across DDaT categories. Your expertise in futuristic technology, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), will be instrumental in educating and guiding the financial services industry through innovative technologies such as AI Develop and manage a pipeline of procurement projects, prioritizing key initiatives and allocating resources effectively. Establish effective category strategies aligned with organizational priorities, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and benefits tracking. Provide expert advice and guidance on procurement best practices, utilizing market intelligence to optimize outcomes. Lead complex supplier negotiations and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and risk mitigation. Advocate for change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function This position presents a unique opportunity for individuals with public sector experience to join our Procurement leadership team during a phase of transformation and expansion. You will have the opportunity to lead change initiatives, drive digital enablement, and make a tangible impact on our organization's success. With our commitment to your professional development and a supportive work environment, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and resources to excel. If you are keen to understand more about this role, please reach out to Sophie at Key skills: Procurement, Digital, Technology, Data, Technology, Information Technology Procurement, Senior procurement Management, Procurement Manager, Indirect, Banking, finance, public sector, contract management, commercial, compliance
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
HEAD OF PROCUREMENT - TECH/DATA/DIGITAL - LONDON X 2 PW - FINANCIAL REGULATORY BOARD - £90-115K + £5K + BENEFITS An exciting opportunity as Head of Procurement has emerged within the financial services sector, specifically targeting individuals with public sector experience. In this role, you will hold a pivotal position in steering strategic transformation within the organisation, particularly focusing on Technology services. This presents an exciting chance to influence the trajectory of procurement in accordance with their Technology Vision Statement and Strategy amidst a significant period of change As the Head of Procurement for Technology, Data, and Digital (DDaT), you will lead the charge in delivering innovative procurement solutions that align with our strategic objectives. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), you will oversee a team responsible for driving commercial outcomes and ensuring value for money across DDaT categories. Your expertise in futuristic technology, serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), will be instrumental in educating and guiding the financial services industry through innovative technologies such as AI Develop and manage a pipeline of procurement projects, prioritizing key initiatives and allocating resources effectively. Establish effective category strategies aligned with organizational priorities, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and benefits tracking. Provide expert advice and guidance on procurement best practices, utilizing market intelligence to optimize outcomes. Lead complex supplier negotiations and contract management activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and risk mitigation. Advocate for change initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement function This position presents a unique opportunity for individuals with public sector experience to join our Procurement leadership team during a phase of transformation and expansion. You will have the opportunity to lead change initiatives, drive digital enablement, and make a tangible impact on our organization's success. With our commitment to your professional development and a supportive work environment, you will be equipped with the necessary tools and resources to excel. If you are keen to understand more about this role, please reach out to Sophie at Key skills: Procurement, Digital, Technology, Data, Technology, Information Technology Procurement, Senior procurement Management, Procurement Manager, Indirect, Banking, finance, public sector, contract management, commercial, compliance
The Government Commercial and Grants Services (GCG Services) team works across two key Government Functions, the Commercial Function and the Grants Management Function. We deliver best in class digital, data and analytical solutions to drive meaningful services with cutting edge technology and data driven insights, enabling greater efficiencies and more integrated ways of working across c.£172bn of government grant funding and c.£50bn of procurement spend. GCG Services is a fast paced and exciting place to work. The team is leading the way through use of digital tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness of grants and contract administration, while simultaneously improving data completeness and accuracy. Through our collective efforts we have delivered true value to the public and we are excited to be taking the next steps in our journey. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and implement services that will make a huge difference to communities across the UK. We can't wait to hear from you! Job description The role holder will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of joined up digital strategies that drive forward the Government's agenda to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of grant and commercial activity across government and wider public sector. They will be responsible for driving forward multi-million pound benefits and savings. As a Digital Leader, the role holder will advise the C-suite equivalent Officials and Ministers on innovation and technology that drives improved outcomes to the Commercial and Grants digital ecosystem. This strategic and operational role also provides expertise and oversight to delivery excellence across the GCG digital portfolio, driving innovation and continuous improvement through Agile methodologies and the application of the Digital Service Standard. They will be responsible for the ongoing service management of established systems such as Find A Tender, CASIE, GGIS, Spotlight with thousands of diverse customer needs from citizens to government and wider public sector. The role demands the ability to think strategically coupled with a track record of embedding a diverse and inclusive culture, developing digital skills and capabilities, which drives high performance and productivity. The main post holder responsibilities include: Leadership of a core team of circa 24 staff of mixed grades and specialisms alongside multiple digital supplier, contractors and consultants. - Improve departmental capability and overall system resilience to changing economic, political and technological developments via the development of digital tools and increased automation of manual tasks. - Managing a core budget of circa £10m plus additional funding secured via in-year, ensuring the budget and contract management delivers value for money for the taxpayer. - Deliver digital services to reduce risk and maximise outcomes of over £300bn of Government spend across grants and contracts, increasing public trust. - Delivering and evolving strategy for provision of Grants and Commercial systems and services to reflect government priorities and changes in technology and security threats. - Drive adoption of digital service, developing an operating model that includes a commercial and sales strategy to achieve revenue and growth that enables the strategic priorities of GCG Services. Person specification It is important that, through your CV and supporting statement, that you provide evidence of the professional skills, breadth of experience and personal qualities for this post. Essential Criteria: A track record of leading success in the design, development and delivery of large complex digital services. • Strategic thinking skills, with some understand of data-driven and / or technical work, and the ability to make complex issues accessible to policy professionals and senior leaders. • Ability to develop a visionary roadmap for the efficient delivery of high-performing digital services to users. • Proven success in building and developing high-performing teams of senior digital, data and technology professionals. • Experience in promoting your work area and organisation, demonstrating benefits to stakeholders and potential users or supporters, and growing interest in, and use of, your product/ service. • Proven experience in development and delivery of commercial and sales strategies that enable sustainable operating models. • Experience of leading and developing multidisciplinary digital teams, including product development, service management and business engagement. • Evidence led influencer. • Effective stakeholder engagement. • Financial management of budgets and complex commercial contracts. Desirable Criteria: Agile practitioner. • Development of secure systems. • Experience in Platforms: Salesforce, Azure, AWS. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Leadership Managing a Quality Service Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of £73,000, Cabinet Office contributes £19,710 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Whatever your role, we take your career and development seriously and want to enable you to build a really successful career within the Department and wider Civil Service. It is crucial that our employees have the right skills to develop their careers and meet the challenges ahead, and you'll benefit from regular performance and development reviews to ensure this development is ongoing. As a Civil Service employee, you'll be entitled to a large range of benefits. This includes: • 25 days annual leave on entry, increasing on a sliding scale to 30 days after 5 years' service. This is in addition to 8 public holidays. • This will be complimented by one further day paid privilege entitlement to mark the King's Birthday; • A competitive contributory pension scheme that you can enter as soon as you join where we will make a significant contribution to the cost of your pension; where your contributions come out of your salary before any tax is taken; and where your pension will continue to provide valuable benefits for you and your family if you are too ill to continue to work or die before you retire; • Generous paid maternity and paternity leave which is notably more than the statutory minimum offered by many other employers; • Childcare benefits (policy for new employees as of 5 April 2018): The government has introduced the Tax- Free Childcare (TFC) scheme. Working parents can open an online childcare account and for every £8 they pay in, the government adds £2, up to a maximum of £2000 a year for each child or £4000 for a disabled child. Parents then use the funds to pay for registered childcare. Existing employees may be able to continue to claim childcare vouchers, so please check how the policy would work for you here; • Interest-free loans allowing you to spread the cost of an annual travel season ticket or a new bicycle; • The opportunity to use onsite facilities including fitness centres and staff canteens (where applicable); and occupational sick pay.
Aug 15, 2023
Full time
The Government Commercial and Grants Services (GCG Services) team works across two key Government Functions, the Commercial Function and the Grants Management Function. We deliver best in class digital, data and analytical solutions to drive meaningful services with cutting edge technology and data driven insights, enabling greater efficiencies and more integrated ways of working across c.£172bn of government grant funding and c.£50bn of procurement spend. GCG Services is a fast paced and exciting place to work. The team is leading the way through use of digital tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness of grants and contract administration, while simultaneously improving data completeness and accuracy. Through our collective efforts we have delivered true value to the public and we are excited to be taking the next steps in our journey. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and implement services that will make a huge difference to communities across the UK. We can't wait to hear from you! Job description The role holder will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of joined up digital strategies that drive forward the Government's agenda to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of grant and commercial activity across government and wider public sector. They will be responsible for driving forward multi-million pound benefits and savings. As a Digital Leader, the role holder will advise the C-suite equivalent Officials and Ministers on innovation and technology that drives improved outcomes to the Commercial and Grants digital ecosystem. This strategic and operational role also provides expertise and oversight to delivery excellence across the GCG digital portfolio, driving innovation and continuous improvement through Agile methodologies and the application of the Digital Service Standard. They will be responsible for the ongoing service management of established systems such as Find A Tender, CASIE, GGIS, Spotlight with thousands of diverse customer needs from citizens to government and wider public sector. The role demands the ability to think strategically coupled with a track record of embedding a diverse and inclusive culture, developing digital skills and capabilities, which drives high performance and productivity. The main post holder responsibilities include: Leadership of a core team of circa 24 staff of mixed grades and specialisms alongside multiple digital supplier, contractors and consultants. - Improve departmental capability and overall system resilience to changing economic, political and technological developments via the development of digital tools and increased automation of manual tasks. - Managing a core budget of circa £10m plus additional funding secured via in-year, ensuring the budget and contract management delivers value for money for the taxpayer. - Deliver digital services to reduce risk and maximise outcomes of over £300bn of Government spend across grants and contracts, increasing public trust. - Delivering and evolving strategy for provision of Grants and Commercial systems and services to reflect government priorities and changes in technology and security threats. - Drive adoption of digital service, developing an operating model that includes a commercial and sales strategy to achieve revenue and growth that enables the strategic priorities of GCG Services. Person specification It is important that, through your CV and supporting statement, that you provide evidence of the professional skills, breadth of experience and personal qualities for this post. Essential Criteria: A track record of leading success in the design, development and delivery of large complex digital services. • Strategic thinking skills, with some understand of data-driven and / or technical work, and the ability to make complex issues accessible to policy professionals and senior leaders. • Ability to develop a visionary roadmap for the efficient delivery of high-performing digital services to users. • Proven success in building and developing high-performing teams of senior digital, data and technology professionals. • Experience in promoting your work area and organisation, demonstrating benefits to stakeholders and potential users or supporters, and growing interest in, and use of, your product/ service. • Proven experience in development and delivery of commercial and sales strategies that enable sustainable operating models. • Experience of leading and developing multidisciplinary digital teams, including product development, service management and business engagement. • Evidence led influencer. • Effective stakeholder engagement. • Financial management of budgets and complex commercial contracts. Desirable Criteria: Agile practitioner. • Development of secure systems. • Experience in Platforms: Salesforce, Azure, AWS. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Changing and Improving Leadership Managing a Quality Service Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of £73,000, Cabinet Office contributes £19,710 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Whatever your role, we take your career and development seriously and want to enable you to build a really successful career within the Department and wider Civil Service. It is crucial that our employees have the right skills to develop their careers and meet the challenges ahead, and you'll benefit from regular performance and development reviews to ensure this development is ongoing. As a Civil Service employee, you'll be entitled to a large range of benefits. This includes: • 25 days annual leave on entry, increasing on a sliding scale to 30 days after 5 years' service. This is in addition to 8 public holidays. • This will be complimented by one further day paid privilege entitlement to mark the King's Birthday; • A competitive contributory pension scheme that you can enter as soon as you join where we will make a significant contribution to the cost of your pension; where your contributions come out of your salary before any tax is taken; and where your pension will continue to provide valuable benefits for you and your family if you are too ill to continue to work or die before you retire; • Generous paid maternity and paternity leave which is notably more than the statutory minimum offered by many other employers; • Childcare benefits (policy for new employees as of 5 April 2018): The government has introduced the Tax- Free Childcare (TFC) scheme. Working parents can open an online childcare account and for every £8 they pay in, the government adds £2, up to a maximum of £2000 a year for each child or £4000 for a disabled child. Parents then use the funds to pay for registered childcare. Existing employees may be able to continue to claim childcare vouchers, so please check how the policy would work for you here; • Interest-free loans allowing you to spread the cost of an annual travel season ticket or a new bicycle; • The opportunity to use onsite facilities including fitness centres and staff canteens (where applicable); and occupational sick pay.