Job description

11 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Chief Digital, Data and Technology Officer (CDDTO) required to lead Surrey County Council’s digital, data and technology strategy at enterprise and system level.

• Provides strategic leadership across transformation, innovation, and service delivery, aligning technology with organisational and public service priorities.

• Responsible for driving large-scale digital transformation, data-driven decision making, and cross-organisational collaboration.

• Acts as the Council’s principal advisor on digital, data and technology, influencing at regional and national level.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Set and deliver the Council’s digital, data and technology strategy aligned to corporate objectives.

• Act as senior advisor to Chief Executive, Members and Corporate Leadership Team.

• Lead large-scale digital transformation programmes and investment portfolio (£20m+).

• Provide system leadership across multi-agency and cross-boundary partnerships.

• Act as Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) for major programmes.

• Drive adoption of emerging technologies including AI, automation and data platforms.

• Establish and oversee enterprise data strategy, governance, and data ethics frameworks.

• Ensure robust cyber security, risk management and regulatory compliance.

• Lead and develop a high-performing Digital, Data & Technology function (up to 300 staff).

• Oversee supplier ecosystems, commercial strategy, and contract performance.

• Represent the Council at regional and national forums, influencing policy and funding.

Skills/Experience:

• Significant senior leadership experience as CIO, CTO, CDIO or equivalent.

• Proven track record delivering large-scale digital, data and technology transformation.

• Strong experience within public sector / local government environments.

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and large functions (200+ staff).

• Expertise in digital strategy, enterprise architecture, and technology delivery.

• Strong knowledge of data strategy, governance, analytics, and data platforms.

• Experience with cyber security, risk, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

• Proven ability to operate at political and executive level, influencing stakeholders.

• Strong commercial acumen including supplier management and investment strategy.

• Experience leading multi-agency or system-wide programmes.

• Knowledge of emerging technologies including AI and automation.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Additional Information:

• Bi-Weekly Payments.

• Contract: Interim (Inside IR35).

• Rate: £1,000 per day.

• Duration: 01/05/2026 – 31/03/2027.

• Location: Surrey (Hybrid working).

• Directorate: Resources – Information.

• Reports to: Chief Operating Officer.

• Budget responsibility: £20m+ (Opex & Capex).

• Team size: Up to 300 staff.

• Senior executive leadership role with regional and national influence.

Chief Digital Data Technology Officer

Chief Digital Data Technology Officer

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