Government Digital & Data
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
Location We encourage flexible and hybrid working. Some office attendance will be required based on business needs. This role is based in our Cardiff office, but there will occasionally be a requirement to travel to the Merthyr office too. About the job Job summary We're responsible for Land Transaction Tax and Landfill Disposals Tax. Our work raises revenue to support public services, like the NHS and schools, in communities across Wales. But that's not all, we're also involved with and support future tax design for Wales. Join a place with purpose You'll join a team of 100+ talented people from across 14 different professions. Our culture is best described as innovative, collaborative and kind. By working together, we'll deliver a fair tax system for Wales. Our people You'll be working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experience. From Operations, Policy, Digital and Data, HR, Communications to Finance - there's a place for you in our friendly team. You'll be our greatest asset You'll be joining an inclusive organisation and be part of a team where you can thrive, be rewarded and heard. We're recognised as one of the top organisations for people engagement in the Civil Service People Survey. Inclusion and fairness are one of our strongest areas, as well as pay and benefits - our People Survey results say it all! We're also recognised for being innovative and a digital, 'cloud-based' organisation that supports hybrid and flexible working enabling a great work-life balance. More about working for us , our roles and our Corporate Plan 2025 - 2028 Job description We are seeking a highly organised and results-driven Senior Delivery Manager to lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across the Welsh Revenue Authority. Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll identify and manage risks to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will act as a true leader to facilitate collaboration, decision-making, effective planning of work, clarity on vision, scope, goals and roadmap. Whilst managing conflicting priorities and conflict resolution and applying a range of methodologies to deliver innovative solutions. You will oversee a wide variety of projects, from business change initiatives to IT infrastructure delivery and software development. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members. You'll be working closely with both specialist and generalist colleagues and third party contractors, so being collaborative, supportive, and able to inspire trust and confidence is key. This role requires flexibility, effective leadership and negotiation skills, and a commitment to your own and your team's continuous development. You'll need to be someone comfortable with change and be able to adapt to different project demands. This is an important in the Digital team within WRA, and is aligned with UK Government Digital and Data Profession. "This is a great opportunity for a DDAT professional to take the lead on delivering new business critical digital services". Anthony Pritchard, Chief Digital Officer Person specification Lead end-to-end delivery of large and/or complex IT and change projects. Prioritise and manage a backlog of work in collaboration with service owners, product owners and business stakeholders to align delivery with strategic vision and goals. Build and motivate high-performing internal and external multi-disciplinary teams helping them to organise and plan their work, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Define project scope and develop detailed delivery plans, schedules, and resource allocations, reporting on progress and outcomes to stakeholders. Identify and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies. Maintain delivery momentum: removing blockers and addressing issues Ensure appropriate tools are deployed and that methods and practices are implemented and followed. Develop and review estimates and assumptions for the project's resources and costs. Oversee commercial negotiations with third party suppliers and financial forecasting and budget tracking. Input into budgets, business cases, balancing cost vs value, monitoring financial health in delivery. Develop and maintain key relationships with internal customers and key third party contractors. Ensure quality assurance and compliance with IT standards and policies. Facilitate post-project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. Candidate Information Session If this seems like a role you'd be interested in, join us for our virtual Candidate Information Sessions. You'll meet the Line Manager, get an overview of the role as well a feeling for what it's like to work at the WRA. We'll also talk through our benefits and provide helpful tips for your application with us. Please register for one of the sessions below: 5th February 2026 at 12.30pm - Register here: Business Wales Events Finder - Candidate Information Session - Senior Delivery Manager 5th February 2026 at 16.00pm - Register here: Business Wales Events Finder - Candidate Information Session - Senior Delivery Manager Qualifications ScrumMaster, Agile Practitioner, Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2 or equivalent. Languages We've undertaken an objective assessment of the Welsh language skills needed to undertake the duties of this role. For this role: Welsh language skills Welsh skills are not essential. This means that you do not need Welsh language skills to undertake this role and these skills won't be assessed during the recruitment process. However, we actively encourage all staff to learn or improve their Welsh language skills and offer a range of opportunities to suit everyone.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Location We encourage flexible and hybrid working. Some office attendance will be required based on business needs. This role is based in our Cardiff office, but there will occasionally be a requirement to travel to the Merthyr office too. About the job Job summary We're responsible for Land Transaction Tax and Landfill Disposals Tax. Our work raises revenue to support public services, like the NHS and schools, in communities across Wales. But that's not all, we're also involved with and support future tax design for Wales. Join a place with purpose You'll join a team of 100+ talented people from across 14 different professions. Our culture is best described as innovative, collaborative and kind. By working together, we'll deliver a fair tax system for Wales. Our people You'll be working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experience. From Operations, Policy, Digital and Data, HR, Communications to Finance - there's a place for you in our friendly team. You'll be our greatest asset You'll be joining an inclusive organisation and be part of a team where you can thrive, be rewarded and heard. We're recognised as one of the top organisations for people engagement in the Civil Service People Survey. Inclusion and fairness are one of our strongest areas, as well as pay and benefits - our People Survey results say it all! We're also recognised for being innovative and a digital, 'cloud-based' organisation that supports hybrid and flexible working enabling a great work-life balance. More about working for us , our roles and our Corporate Plan 2025 - 2028 Job description We are seeking a highly organised and results-driven Senior Delivery Manager to lead and deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across the Welsh Revenue Authority. Working in a fast-paced environment, you'll identify and manage risks to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will act as a true leader to facilitate collaboration, decision-making, effective planning of work, clarity on vision, scope, goals and roadmap. Whilst managing conflicting priorities and conflict resolution and applying a range of methodologies to deliver innovative solutions. You will oversee a wide variety of projects, from business change initiatives to IT infrastructure delivery and software development. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members. You'll be working closely with both specialist and generalist colleagues and third party contractors, so being collaborative, supportive, and able to inspire trust and confidence is key. This role requires flexibility, effective leadership and negotiation skills, and a commitment to your own and your team's continuous development. You'll need to be someone comfortable with change and be able to adapt to different project demands. This is an important in the Digital team within WRA, and is aligned with UK Government Digital and Data Profession. "This is a great opportunity for a DDAT professional to take the lead on delivering new business critical digital services". Anthony Pritchard, Chief Digital Officer Person specification Lead end-to-end delivery of large and/or complex IT and change projects. Prioritise and manage a backlog of work in collaboration with service owners, product owners and business stakeholders to align delivery with strategic vision and goals. Build and motivate high-performing internal and external multi-disciplinary teams helping them to organise and plan their work, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Define project scope and develop detailed delivery plans, schedules, and resource allocations, reporting on progress and outcomes to stakeholders. Identify and mitigate project risks, issues and dependencies. Maintain delivery momentum: removing blockers and addressing issues Ensure appropriate tools are deployed and that methods and practices are implemented and followed. Develop and review estimates and assumptions for the project's resources and costs. Oversee commercial negotiations with third party suppliers and financial forecasting and budget tracking. Input into budgets, business cases, balancing cost vs value, monitoring financial health in delivery. Develop and maintain key relationships with internal customers and key third party contractors. Ensure quality assurance and compliance with IT standards and policies. Facilitate post-project reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. Candidate Information Session If this seems like a role you'd be interested in, join us for our virtual Candidate Information Sessions. You'll meet the Line Manager, get an overview of the role as well a feeling for what it's like to work at the WRA. We'll also talk through our benefits and provide helpful tips for your application with us. Please register for one of the sessions below: 5th February 2026 at 12.30pm - Register here: Business Wales Events Finder - Candidate Information Session - Senior Delivery Manager 5th February 2026 at 16.00pm - Register here: Business Wales Events Finder - Candidate Information Session - Senior Delivery Manager Qualifications ScrumMaster, Agile Practitioner, Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2 or equivalent. Languages We've undertaken an objective assessment of the Welsh language skills needed to undertake the duties of this role. For this role: Welsh language skills Welsh skills are not essential. This means that you do not need Welsh language skills to undertake this role and these skills won't be assessed during the recruitment process. However, we actively encourage all staff to learn or improve their Welsh language skills and offer a range of opportunities to suit everyone.
Location Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Swindon About the job Job summary The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government's office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. And we are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team. Representing the best covenant in the UK - His Majesty's Government - we are leading transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme, as well as delivering modern, cost-effective real estate service solutions. Innovation and progress are at the heart of our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. And we're dedicated to becoming a leading, inclusive employer both in the external market and throughout the Civil Service. Our strong emphasis on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is not just about driving inclusion across our organisation, it is also about ensuring our services meet the needs of government departments and the civil servants who use our spaces. Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction. The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Job description Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of how we collaborate with our suppliers, partners, clients and customers? We are looking for an experienced and forward thinking Senior Business Analyst to lead the implementation of Microsoft 365 and the migration from Google Workspace across our organisation. This role will spearhead the implementation of cutting edge Generative AI and Agentic AI capabilities using Microsoft Copilot and Microsoft Copilot Studio to empower business users with intelligent automation and integrate with other enterprise platforms such as Salesforce, ServiceNow and Dynamics 365. This role will help with implementation of Microsoft Power Platform to design low-code/no-code solutions that streamline workflows and lead on the deployment of Microsoft Purview for data governance, Microsoft Defender for cloud app and endpoint security and Microsoft Sentinel to build a world-class SIEM/SOC. This role will be responsible for gathering business requirements, analysing business processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth migration and successful deployment of all Microsoft 365 digital services. This role will involve strategic planning, and ensuring the alignment of the migration with business goals. If you are passionate about digital transformation, optimising business processes, and delivering innovative solutions using AI that drive tangible business outcomes, we want to hear from you! While This Role Matters : This is not just another migration project. This is your opportunity to: Lead a Mission-Critical Transformation - Play a key role in how our organisation adopts the tools that will define how we collaborate, innovate and operate for years to come. Drive Real Change - Work closely with key decision-makers to shape processes that will have a direct impact on business productivity, employee satisfaction, and our competitive edge in creating a truly digital employee experience. Empower the Workforce - Help us empower our teams by ensuring that they have access to the best tools and knowledge to succeed in the new digital workplace. If you are ready to lead a key digital transformation project and be a part of something big, we'd love to hear from you! This is your chance to lead change , innovate , and make a lasting impact on how our teams collaborate and succeed. Apply now and be the driver behind the transformation! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Business Analysis Requirements and Specifications (Functional & Technical) Elicit business, stakeholder and solution (functional/non-functional) requirements and prepare business requirements documents. Translate business needs into functional specifications for developers and solution architects, ensuring the technical implementation is aligned with business goals. System and Data Migration Strategy Design and drive the overall strategy data and systems for migrating from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365. Develop a comprehensive data inventory for migrating data (emails, documents and applications) from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. Change Impact Analysis Perform detailed assessments of the potential impact of the Microsoft 365 implementation on business processes, systems, data and roles. Leverage your analytical skills to perform gap analyses and provide data-driven recommendations that enhance productivity and support business objectives. Create a list of existing Identity Management / SSO integration with existing systems that will need to re-integrate with Microsoft 365 Entra ID (Active Directory). Information Governance - Compliance and Data Governance Ensure that the migration aligns with all applicable legal, regulatory and compliance standards. Work closely with security and legal teams to ensure information is governed effectively, including GDPR and data retention policies. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Identify key stakeholders across the organisation, create engagement plans, and communicate business impacts, project goals and progress effectively. Ensure alignment with business needs and foster a positive attitude towards change. User Adoption and Training Collaborate with training teams to develop learning programs, tutorials, and workshops that will help users maximise their use of Microsoft 365 tools like SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. Elevate user experience by ensuring that Microsoft 365 delivers an intuitive and seamless user experience by working with technical teams to design solutions that meet user requirements and enhance productivity. Person specification Experience & Technical Skills Essential criteria: Significant experience of hands-on in business analysis, particularly in Microsoft 365 implementations, and migrations from Google Workspace. Proven track record in leading enterprise-wide digital transformation projects and managing large-scale IT projects. Ability to see the big picture and create a transformation roadmap that aligns with long-term business goals. Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams) and familiarity with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Docs). Master at building relationships, negotiating priorities, and keeping everyone aligned towards the common goal. Comfortable working in agile environments and driving iterative improvements. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Qualifications and Accreditations Essential criteria: Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field. Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or equivalent. Desirable criteria: Master's degree preferred. Microsoft 365 Certified. PMP or PRINCE2 Certification. Familiarity with SFIA Framework is a plus.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Location Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Swindon About the job Job summary The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government's office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. And we are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team. Representing the best covenant in the UK - His Majesty's Government - we are leading transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme, as well as delivering modern, cost-effective real estate service solutions. Innovation and progress are at the heart of our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. And we're dedicated to becoming a leading, inclusive employer both in the external market and throughout the Civil Service. Our strong emphasis on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is not just about driving inclusion across our organisation, it is also about ensuring our services meet the needs of government departments and the civil servants who use our spaces. Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction. The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community. Job description Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of how we collaborate with our suppliers, partners, clients and customers? We are looking for an experienced and forward thinking Senior Business Analyst to lead the implementation of Microsoft 365 and the migration from Google Workspace across our organisation. This role will spearhead the implementation of cutting edge Generative AI and Agentic AI capabilities using Microsoft Copilot and Microsoft Copilot Studio to empower business users with intelligent automation and integrate with other enterprise platforms such as Salesforce, ServiceNow and Dynamics 365. This role will help with implementation of Microsoft Power Platform to design low-code/no-code solutions that streamline workflows and lead on the deployment of Microsoft Purview for data governance, Microsoft Defender for cloud app and endpoint security and Microsoft Sentinel to build a world-class SIEM/SOC. This role will be responsible for gathering business requirements, analysing business processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth migration and successful deployment of all Microsoft 365 digital services. This role will involve strategic planning, and ensuring the alignment of the migration with business goals. If you are passionate about digital transformation, optimising business processes, and delivering innovative solutions using AI that drive tangible business outcomes, we want to hear from you! While This Role Matters : This is not just another migration project. This is your opportunity to: Lead a Mission-Critical Transformation - Play a key role in how our organisation adopts the tools that will define how we collaborate, innovate and operate for years to come. Drive Real Change - Work closely with key decision-makers to shape processes that will have a direct impact on business productivity, employee satisfaction, and our competitive edge in creating a truly digital employee experience. Empower the Workforce - Help us empower our teams by ensuring that they have access to the best tools and knowledge to succeed in the new digital workplace. If you are ready to lead a key digital transformation project and be a part of something big, we'd love to hear from you! This is your chance to lead change , innovate , and make a lasting impact on how our teams collaborate and succeed. Apply now and be the driver behind the transformation! KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Business Analysis Requirements and Specifications (Functional & Technical) Elicit business, stakeholder and solution (functional/non-functional) requirements and prepare business requirements documents. Translate business needs into functional specifications for developers and solution architects, ensuring the technical implementation is aligned with business goals. System and Data Migration Strategy Design and drive the overall strategy data and systems for migrating from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365. Develop a comprehensive data inventory for migrating data (emails, documents and applications) from Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. Change Impact Analysis Perform detailed assessments of the potential impact of the Microsoft 365 implementation on business processes, systems, data and roles. Leverage your analytical skills to perform gap analyses and provide data-driven recommendations that enhance productivity and support business objectives. Create a list of existing Identity Management / SSO integration with existing systems that will need to re-integrate with Microsoft 365 Entra ID (Active Directory). Information Governance - Compliance and Data Governance Ensure that the migration aligns with all applicable legal, regulatory and compliance standards. Work closely with security and legal teams to ensure information is governed effectively, including GDPR and data retention policies. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Identify key stakeholders across the organisation, create engagement plans, and communicate business impacts, project goals and progress effectively. Ensure alignment with business needs and foster a positive attitude towards change. User Adoption and Training Collaborate with training teams to develop learning programs, tutorials, and workshops that will help users maximise their use of Microsoft 365 tools like SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. Elevate user experience by ensuring that Microsoft 365 delivers an intuitive and seamless user experience by working with technical teams to design solutions that meet user requirements and enhance productivity. Person specification Experience & Technical Skills Essential criteria: Significant experience of hands-on in business analysis, particularly in Microsoft 365 implementations, and migrations from Google Workspace. Proven track record in leading enterprise-wide digital transformation projects and managing large-scale IT projects. Ability to see the big picture and create a transformation roadmap that aligns with long-term business goals. Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams) and familiarity with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Drive, Docs). Master at building relationships, negotiating priorities, and keeping everyone aligned towards the common goal. Comfortable working in agile environments and driving iterative improvements. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Qualifications and Accreditations Essential criteria: Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field. Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or equivalent. Desirable criteria: Master's degree preferred. Microsoft 365 Certified. PMP or PRINCE2 Certification. Familiarity with SFIA Framework is a plus.
Location London About the job Job summary MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing, and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. Job description Our business analyst roles are aligned and assessed against the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability framework (DDPCF), formerly known as Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Profession Capability Framework . You will work in areas across MI5 including Technical, Corporate and Operational delivery areas, applying structured business analysis approaches to support our key transformational challenges in areas such as Cloud, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cyber to help our organisation continue to operate in a digital age. You will analyse data and information relating to business goals, objectives, functions and processes. You will define requirements to improve processes, systems and services. You will conduct options analysis, assess feasibility and operational impact, quantify potential business benefits and contribute to business case development. You will ensure solutions align with the vision, objectives, business and user needs and provide the expected benefits and outcomes. You'll work to enable all or part of the business to make informed, strategic and tactical decisions. Person specification You'll already have some training in either business analysis or change management. You might currently be working towards one of the recognised BA certifications such as the British Computer Society (BCS) or International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) qualifications. As someone with experience applying structured methodologies to intricate business problems, you'll be confident identifying the right techniques to deliver practical solutions. You'll also have experience using frameworks and tools to develop business models of varying complexity across multiple teams. You'll know how to select the correct tools and methods for the environment and will provide results that benefit both the business and users. And you'll always be looking improve, whether you're finding new business opportunities or seeking ways to develop your own skills and knowledge. You'll have a background in leading the analysis, design and implementation of business changes and evaluating their effectiveness. From mapping and documenting new processes to demonstrating as-is and to-be states, you'll strive to add value to everything you do. Importantly, you'll build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You'll take time to understand, document and prioritise their requirements, and communicate solutions clearly to your various audiences - ensuring people are kept in the loop throughout.
Feb 04, 2026
Full time
Location London About the job Job summary MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats like terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people and way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing, and assessing intelligence, and then work with a range of partners including MI6 and GCHQ to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses and other organisations about how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. Job description Our business analyst roles are aligned and assessed against the Government Digital and Data Profession Capability framework (DDPCF), formerly known as Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Profession Capability Framework . You will work in areas across MI5 including Technical, Corporate and Operational delivery areas, applying structured business analysis approaches to support our key transformational challenges in areas such as Cloud, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cyber to help our organisation continue to operate in a digital age. You will analyse data and information relating to business goals, objectives, functions and processes. You will define requirements to improve processes, systems and services. You will conduct options analysis, assess feasibility and operational impact, quantify potential business benefits and contribute to business case development. You will ensure solutions align with the vision, objectives, business and user needs and provide the expected benefits and outcomes. You'll work to enable all or part of the business to make informed, strategic and tactical decisions. Person specification You'll already have some training in either business analysis or change management. You might currently be working towards one of the recognised BA certifications such as the British Computer Society (BCS) or International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) qualifications. As someone with experience applying structured methodologies to intricate business problems, you'll be confident identifying the right techniques to deliver practical solutions. You'll also have experience using frameworks and tools to develop business models of varying complexity across multiple teams. You'll know how to select the correct tools and methods for the environment and will provide results that benefit both the business and users. And you'll always be looking improve, whether you're finding new business opportunities or seeking ways to develop your own skills and knowledge. You'll have a background in leading the analysis, design and implementation of business changes and evaluating their effectiveness. From mapping and documenting new processes to demonstrating as-is and to-be states, you'll strive to add value to everything you do. Importantly, you'll build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You'll take time to understand, document and prioritise their requirements, and communicate solutions clearly to your various audiences - ensuring people are kept in the loop throughout.
Location Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, Salford About the job Job summary If you would like to find out more about the role, the Platform Engineering team and what it's like to work at DBT, we are holding a Hiring Manager Q&A session for this role where you can virtually 'meet the team' on Tuesday 17th February at 12:30pm. Please click here to book your spot. About us The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has a clear mission - to grow the economy. Our role is to help businesses invest, grow and export to create jobs and opportunities right across the country. We do this in three ways. Firstly, we help to build a strong, competitive business environment, where consumers are protected and companies rewarded for treating their employees properly. Secondly, we open international markets and ensure resilient supply chains. This can be through Free Trade Agreements, trade facilitation and multilateral agreements. Finally, we work in partnership with businesses every day, providing advance, finance and deal-making support to those looking to start up, invest, export and grow. The Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) directorate develops and operates tools and services to support us in this mission. Job description We've successfully completed the migration of DBT services from GOV.UK PaaS to our new developer platform in AWS. Now, we're entering the next phase: evolving this platform into a full Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offering. Are you ready to help shape the future of digital delivery at DBT? We're looking for Platform Engineers to help us build the most performant, secure, and feature-rich hosting environment possible, one that puts developer experience front and centre. This is your chance to be part of something transformative, where your work will directly impact how digital services are built and run across government. Main responsibilities As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will work to give development teams the tools for their job, including application performance monitoring, exception, log and metrics aggregation, dashboards, and declarative CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous delivery) pipelines. You'll evangelise product teams about service-level indicators, objectives, and error budgets, and negotiate them. You'll help build and scale our global product platform and participate in an on-call rota for which you will receive an additional allowance. Specific projects the team are working on include rolling out an observability tool to enhance system monitoring and incident response, streamlining deployment processes to reduce downtime and speed up feature delivery, and developing a CLI tool to automate tasks and boost developer productivity. You will be using: Amazon Web Services Azure AWS CodePipelines and AWS CodeBuild Terraform & AWS Copilot (CloudFormation) Docker, Elastic Container Service (ECS) and Elastic Container Registry (ECR) ElasticSearch/OpenSearch Python and Django framework PostgreSQL as a service (Amazon RDS) Sentry Redis/Elasticache Person specification It is essential that you have: Cloud experience with either Amazon Web Services, Azure or Google Cloud Ability to build code-defined, reliable, and well tested infrastructure on top of cloud computing systems (e.g. Terraform, AWS Copilot, CloudFormation, Pulumi) Experience and fluency in one or more programming languages (e.g., writing clean and effective code) Knowledge of Linux/Unix fundamentals and TCP/IP networking Ability to see user impact in the infrastructure and platform changes, including a drive to improve the Developer Experience at every turn In depth experience of designing solutions to complex technical problems independently It is desirable that you have: Experience in designing and implementing Docker images through containerisation Experience in prototyping through reuse of existing Open-Source components
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Location Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, Salford About the job Job summary If you would like to find out more about the role, the Platform Engineering team and what it's like to work at DBT, we are holding a Hiring Manager Q&A session for this role where you can virtually 'meet the team' on Tuesday 17th February at 12:30pm. Please click here to book your spot. About us The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has a clear mission - to grow the economy. Our role is to help businesses invest, grow and export to create jobs and opportunities right across the country. We do this in three ways. Firstly, we help to build a strong, competitive business environment, where consumers are protected and companies rewarded for treating their employees properly. Secondly, we open international markets and ensure resilient supply chains. This can be through Free Trade Agreements, trade facilitation and multilateral agreements. Finally, we work in partnership with businesses every day, providing advance, finance and deal-making support to those looking to start up, invest, export and grow. The Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) directorate develops and operates tools and services to support us in this mission. Job description We've successfully completed the migration of DBT services from GOV.UK PaaS to our new developer platform in AWS. Now, we're entering the next phase: evolving this platform into a full Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offering. Are you ready to help shape the future of digital delivery at DBT? We're looking for Platform Engineers to help us build the most performant, secure, and feature-rich hosting environment possible, one that puts developer experience front and centre. This is your chance to be part of something transformative, where your work will directly impact how digital services are built and run across government. Main responsibilities As a Senior Platform Engineer, you will work to give development teams the tools for their job, including application performance monitoring, exception, log and metrics aggregation, dashboards, and declarative CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous delivery) pipelines. You'll evangelise product teams about service-level indicators, objectives, and error budgets, and negotiate them. You'll help build and scale our global product platform and participate in an on-call rota for which you will receive an additional allowance. Specific projects the team are working on include rolling out an observability tool to enhance system monitoring and incident response, streamlining deployment processes to reduce downtime and speed up feature delivery, and developing a CLI tool to automate tasks and boost developer productivity. You will be using: Amazon Web Services Azure AWS CodePipelines and AWS CodeBuild Terraform & AWS Copilot (CloudFormation) Docker, Elastic Container Service (ECS) and Elastic Container Registry (ECR) ElasticSearch/OpenSearch Python and Django framework PostgreSQL as a service (Amazon RDS) Sentry Redis/Elasticache Person specification It is essential that you have: Cloud experience with either Amazon Web Services, Azure or Google Cloud Ability to build code-defined, reliable, and well tested infrastructure on top of cloud computing systems (e.g. Terraform, AWS Copilot, CloudFormation, Pulumi) Experience and fluency in one or more programming languages (e.g., writing clean and effective code) Knowledge of Linux/Unix fundamentals and TCP/IP networking Ability to see user impact in the infrastructure and platform changes, including a drive to improve the Developer Experience at every turn In depth experience of designing solutions to complex technical problems independently It is desirable that you have: Experience in designing and implementing Docker images through containerisation Experience in prototyping through reuse of existing Open-Source components
Location Birmingham, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Join the National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU) and bring your unique skills to lead the UK's fight against cybercrime! No previous cyber experience is necessary, but you should be curious to find out more. We want to work with like-minded individuals who are inquisitive and are keen to drive work forward. We are looking for people from a range of backgrounds and/or degree disciplines to spend a whole year working in the National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU) in one of our Cyber Engineering teams. This role would be suited to those looking for a year in industry in their degree, who have just finished their studies, or who are seeking to transition to a role within cyber. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome neurodivergent thinkers and offer reasonable adjustments to those who need them. Depending upon your experience - you will work as a: Data Scientist; Infrastructure Investigator; Cyber Engineer - Cloud Engineering; Cyber Engineer - Cryptocurrency; Cyber Engineer - Research & Development Please be advised that the location for all Cyber Engineering roles will be our London office only, except for Cloud Engineering and Data Science, which can be Birmingham, Warrington, or London based. Job description A Data Scientist working within the NCCU will utilise technology to aid investigations, exploiting modern machine learning techniques with the best data science tools to cause real world impact against cyber criminals. They will collate and manipulate large datasets to create analytical products that inform NCA operational delivery and will play a key role in embedding the use of data science across the Agency. Our Data Science team make extensive use of Python; some awareness of AWS would be beneficial too. A Cyber Engineer will work in one of the following teams depending on expertise: Cloud Engineering, Cryptocurrency Cell, or Research & Development. You will make a direct contribution to Operations through the use of technology. This will range from the development and deployment of capabilities covered under the Investigatory Powers Act, through to systems to analyse and exploit data at pace. Our Cloud Engineers work predominantly in AWS and Python. For Cryptocurrency, an awareness of Python and/or SQL would be beneficial in addition to cryptocurrency knowledge. For Research & Development, knowledge of different operating systems (mainly Linux) is essential and some knowledge of Python will be useful. An Infrastructure Investigator utilises their knowledge and the available tools within the NCCU to analyse and identify criminally controlled infrastructure. Supporting operations through analytical products and the production of technical reports to highlight technical or legislative outcomes. In addition to domain knowledge, some knowledge of Python, AWS, or ElasticSearch would be beneficial too. The remit of Cyber Engineering is to research and develop tools to further NCCU operational and intelligence work and create bespoke solutions during "Crime in action" scenarios. Cyber Engineering works across the NCA and with a range of partners to develop this niche catalogue of capabilities. Depending upon your experience - you will work as either a Data Scientist, Cyber Engineer, or Infrastructure Investigator. A Data Scientist working within the NCCU will utilise technology to aid investigations, exploiting modern machine learning techniques with the best data science tools to cause real world impact against cyber criminals. They will collate and manipulate large datasets to create analytical products that inform NCA operational delivery and will play a key role in embedding the use of data science across the Agency. A Cyber Engineer will work in one of the following teams depending on expertise: Software Development, Cryptocurrency Cell, or Research & Development. You will make a direct contribution to Operations through the use of technology. This will range from the development and deployment of capabilities covered under the Investigatory Powers Act, through to systems to analyse and exploit data at pace. An Infrastructure Investigator utilises their knowledge and the available tools within the NCCU to analyse and identify criminally controlled infrastructure. Supporting operations through analytical products and the production of technical reports to highlight technical or legislative outcomes Person specification Duties & Responsibilities Overview Automation Utilise custom tooling to identify trends, and develop opportunities for operational responses, automating the process wherever possible Problem Solving Tackle problems in an efficient manner, utilising innovative and/or automated approaches where appropriate Case management Role may require case management, and to create, maintain and update departmental records, including operational or programme activity spreadsheet, case files and monthly reports Team working Work closely with colleagues across all technical teams to build and deliver new tooling and/or approaches Interpersonal skills Build collaborative relationships both internally and externally. Be able to articulate technical concepts to non-technical colleagues Emerging technologies Implement novel approaches, making use of emerging technologies Compliance Ensure the quality, secure handling and dissemination of information, maintaining confidentiality, sensitivity and duty of care in line with NCA policy. Ensure oversight in data ethics standards and legislation frameworks, and uses these to review and improve existing processes. Person Specification Skills, Knowledge and Experience Description Good problem-solving skills Problem solving skills, e.g. troubleshooting data problems Confident communicators Able to provide input and summarisation to technical and non-technical partners Data analysis Uses analytical skills, varied sources of information and different methodologies to support decision-making. Information Management A good understanding of information management & the handling of sensitive / confidential data. Cyber awareness Understanding of the impact of new technologies in creating opportunities for offenders. Data science experience Data science experience making use of machine learning approaches and techniques Programming Good programming experience (ideally Python) and the use of machine learning libraries Keen collaborators Able to seek new, and maintain existing, internal and external relationships
Feb 03, 2026
Seasonal
Location Birmingham, London, Warrington For roles based in London, your contractual place of work will be Stratford. While the Stratford site is expected to become operational from November 2025 - March 2026, you will be required to carry out your contractual duties from Vauxhall or another reasonable location on a temporary basis during the interim period. Please note that, as Stratford will be your contractual place of work, any subsequent move from a temporary location will not entitle you to payments for travel time or costs under the Relocation and Excess Travel Policy. About the job Job summary Join the National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU) and bring your unique skills to lead the UK's fight against cybercrime! No previous cyber experience is necessary, but you should be curious to find out more. We want to work with like-minded individuals who are inquisitive and are keen to drive work forward. We are looking for people from a range of backgrounds and/or degree disciplines to spend a whole year working in the National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU) in one of our Cyber Engineering teams. This role would be suited to those looking for a year in industry in their degree, who have just finished their studies, or who are seeking to transition to a role within cyber. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome neurodivergent thinkers and offer reasonable adjustments to those who need them. Depending upon your experience - you will work as a: Data Scientist; Infrastructure Investigator; Cyber Engineer - Cloud Engineering; Cyber Engineer - Cryptocurrency; Cyber Engineer - Research & Development Please be advised that the location for all Cyber Engineering roles will be our London office only, except for Cloud Engineering and Data Science, which can be Birmingham, Warrington, or London based. Job description A Data Scientist working within the NCCU will utilise technology to aid investigations, exploiting modern machine learning techniques with the best data science tools to cause real world impact against cyber criminals. They will collate and manipulate large datasets to create analytical products that inform NCA operational delivery and will play a key role in embedding the use of data science across the Agency. Our Data Science team make extensive use of Python; some awareness of AWS would be beneficial too. A Cyber Engineer will work in one of the following teams depending on expertise: Cloud Engineering, Cryptocurrency Cell, or Research & Development. You will make a direct contribution to Operations through the use of technology. This will range from the development and deployment of capabilities covered under the Investigatory Powers Act, through to systems to analyse and exploit data at pace. Our Cloud Engineers work predominantly in AWS and Python. For Cryptocurrency, an awareness of Python and/or SQL would be beneficial in addition to cryptocurrency knowledge. For Research & Development, knowledge of different operating systems (mainly Linux) is essential and some knowledge of Python will be useful. An Infrastructure Investigator utilises their knowledge and the available tools within the NCCU to analyse and identify criminally controlled infrastructure. Supporting operations through analytical products and the production of technical reports to highlight technical or legislative outcomes. In addition to domain knowledge, some knowledge of Python, AWS, or ElasticSearch would be beneficial too. The remit of Cyber Engineering is to research and develop tools to further NCCU operational and intelligence work and create bespoke solutions during "Crime in action" scenarios. Cyber Engineering works across the NCA and with a range of partners to develop this niche catalogue of capabilities. Depending upon your experience - you will work as either a Data Scientist, Cyber Engineer, or Infrastructure Investigator. A Data Scientist working within the NCCU will utilise technology to aid investigations, exploiting modern machine learning techniques with the best data science tools to cause real world impact against cyber criminals. They will collate and manipulate large datasets to create analytical products that inform NCA operational delivery and will play a key role in embedding the use of data science across the Agency. A Cyber Engineer will work in one of the following teams depending on expertise: Software Development, Cryptocurrency Cell, or Research & Development. You will make a direct contribution to Operations through the use of technology. This will range from the development and deployment of capabilities covered under the Investigatory Powers Act, through to systems to analyse and exploit data at pace. An Infrastructure Investigator utilises their knowledge and the available tools within the NCCU to analyse and identify criminally controlled infrastructure. Supporting operations through analytical products and the production of technical reports to highlight technical or legislative outcomes Person specification Duties & Responsibilities Overview Automation Utilise custom tooling to identify trends, and develop opportunities for operational responses, automating the process wherever possible Problem Solving Tackle problems in an efficient manner, utilising innovative and/or automated approaches where appropriate Case management Role may require case management, and to create, maintain and update departmental records, including operational or programme activity spreadsheet, case files and monthly reports Team working Work closely with colleagues across all technical teams to build and deliver new tooling and/or approaches Interpersonal skills Build collaborative relationships both internally and externally. Be able to articulate technical concepts to non-technical colleagues Emerging technologies Implement novel approaches, making use of emerging technologies Compliance Ensure the quality, secure handling and dissemination of information, maintaining confidentiality, sensitivity and duty of care in line with NCA policy. Ensure oversight in data ethics standards and legislation frameworks, and uses these to review and improve existing processes. Person Specification Skills, Knowledge and Experience Description Good problem-solving skills Problem solving skills, e.g. troubleshooting data problems Confident communicators Able to provide input and summarisation to technical and non-technical partners Data analysis Uses analytical skills, varied sources of information and different methodologies to support decision-making. Information Management A good understanding of information management & the handling of sensitive / confidential data. Cyber awareness Understanding of the impact of new technologies in creating opportunities for offenders. Data science experience Data science experience making use of machine learning approaches and techniques Programming Good programming experience (ideally Python) and the use of machine learning libraries Keen collaborators Able to seek new, and maintain existing, internal and external relationships
Location Swansea About the job Job summary Do you have experience in project management and successfully implementing change? Do you thrive on leading from the front when delivering projects, bringing structure and clarity to a complex and changing environment? If you can build and utilise strong relationships at a senior level in order to deliver project outcomes, we would love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency - Department for Transport Careers Job description We are looking for experienced Project Managers to take responsibility for leading and driving the delivery of a range of key strategic transformational change projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing one or more complex, medium/high risk programmes or projects, delivering changes via multi-disciplinary, matrix-managed teams. As a strong and experienced project leader, you will be responsible for creating a cohesive delivery environment, motivating and supporting your teams with any challenges that they may face. You will be responsible for securing and managing internal resources and external suppliers, taking full responsibility for budgetary forecasting and management, managing the dependencies and interfaces with other projects, programmes and BAU operations. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering a range of transformational digital, technology and business change projects, planning in detail through all lifecycle stages, and working collaboratively to realise benefits and achieve business outcomes. In addition to strong change management skills, individuals that have an interest and experience in delivering change through technology would thrive in our environment. Our Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) capability sits within the IT Services (ITS) Directorate, where we take responsibility for managing and delivering strategic change programmes across the entire Agency. This role will report directly to one of our Portfolio Managers, where you will work as part of their senior team within a programme environment. You will play an active and critical part in improving the performance of the wider project delivery environment. At the Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA), PPM is about more than just technology delivery. Our projects and programmes encompass the full business change lifecycle, covering areas such as customer migration and digital channel shift, business process improvement, strategic procurement, asset replacement, and IT infrastructure delivery. All the while, we focus on improving outcomes for our customers, stakeholders and staff, which makes the DVLA Change Portfolio an exciting and challenging environment within which to work. The DVLA G7 Senior Project Manager role aligns to the Project Manager 3 role within the Government Project Delivery Capability Framework (PDCF) as set out by the Government Project Delivery Profession, along with encompassing aspects of the Delivery Manager role within the Government Digital and Data Framework. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to: Project Management: Day to day management and leadership of the project and the project team. Provide effective leadership and management controls. Set project controls. Design the project structure and organisation appropriate to stage. Set appropriate delivery methodologies. Develop detailed plans. Manage effective transition between project phases. Risks & Issues: Identify and monitor project risks and issues. Develop mitigating actions and escalate as appropriate. Identify and work with related projects to manage interdependencies. Budget: Develop the budget and track delivery within budget. Stakeholder Management: Identify and manage stakeholder relationships and need for senior level support. Manage internal and external relationships as appropriate. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVLA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' on 18th February at 12pm. Please click here to book on. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: You will have a depth of experience of successfully managing medium or large-scale projects, with a track record of delivering a range of business outcomes. You may have gathered relevant professional project management qualifications over the course of your career (Prince2, Prince2Agile, MSP, MoP, and/or APMP, or equivalent). If these are not already held, then you must be willing to work towards them once in role. Your leadership approach will see you lead from the front and drive those around you to achieve shared objectives, while using your team and wider networks to ensure the right things happen. You will be comfortable with empowerment, using your problem-solving skills to evaluate the best solutions while presenting your findings persuasively in order to gain buy-in. You will be confident when making decisions and handling difficult conversations with others, professionally and with sensitivity. You will have excellent communication skills, adapting your style and quickly developing rapport to maximise both impact and understanding. You will be comfortable engaging at all levels across DVLA, DfT and Government where required, acting as an ambassador for DVLA change delivery and the wider Government Project Delivery Profession.
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Location Swansea About the job Job summary Do you have experience in project management and successfully implementing change? Do you thrive on leading from the front when delivering projects, bringing structure and clarity to a complex and changing environment? If you can build and utilise strong relationships at a senior level in order to deliver project outcomes, we would love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency - Department for Transport Careers Job description We are looking for experienced Project Managers to take responsibility for leading and driving the delivery of a range of key strategic transformational change projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing one or more complex, medium/high risk programmes or projects, delivering changes via multi-disciplinary, matrix-managed teams. As a strong and experienced project leader, you will be responsible for creating a cohesive delivery environment, motivating and supporting your teams with any challenges that they may face. You will be responsible for securing and managing internal resources and external suppliers, taking full responsibility for budgetary forecasting and management, managing the dependencies and interfaces with other projects, programmes and BAU operations. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering a range of transformational digital, technology and business change projects, planning in detail through all lifecycle stages, and working collaboratively to realise benefits and achieve business outcomes. In addition to strong change management skills, individuals that have an interest and experience in delivering change through technology would thrive in our environment. Our Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) capability sits within the IT Services (ITS) Directorate, where we take responsibility for managing and delivering strategic change programmes across the entire Agency. This role will report directly to one of our Portfolio Managers, where you will work as part of their senior team within a programme environment. You will play an active and critical part in improving the performance of the wider project delivery environment. At the Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency (DVLA), PPM is about more than just technology delivery. Our projects and programmes encompass the full business change lifecycle, covering areas such as customer migration and digital channel shift, business process improvement, strategic procurement, asset replacement, and IT infrastructure delivery. All the while, we focus on improving outcomes for our customers, stakeholders and staff, which makes the DVLA Change Portfolio an exciting and challenging environment within which to work. The DVLA G7 Senior Project Manager role aligns to the Project Manager 3 role within the Government Project Delivery Capability Framework (PDCF) as set out by the Government Project Delivery Profession, along with encompassing aspects of the Delivery Manager role within the Government Digital and Data Framework. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to: Project Management: Day to day management and leadership of the project and the project team. Provide effective leadership and management controls. Set project controls. Design the project structure and organisation appropriate to stage. Set appropriate delivery methodologies. Develop detailed plans. Manage effective transition between project phases. Risks & Issues: Identify and monitor project risks and issues. Develop mitigating actions and escalate as appropriate. Identify and work with related projects to manage interdependencies. Budget: Develop the budget and track delivery within budget. Stakeholder Management: Identify and manage stakeholder relationships and need for senior level support. Manage internal and external relationships as appropriate. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVLA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' on 18th February at 12pm. Please click here to book on. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: You will have a depth of experience of successfully managing medium or large-scale projects, with a track record of delivering a range of business outcomes. You may have gathered relevant professional project management qualifications over the course of your career (Prince2, Prince2Agile, MSP, MoP, and/or APMP, or equivalent). If these are not already held, then you must be willing to work towards them once in role. Your leadership approach will see you lead from the front and drive those around you to achieve shared objectives, while using your team and wider networks to ensure the right things happen. You will be comfortable with empowerment, using your problem-solving skills to evaluate the best solutions while presenting your findings persuasively in order to gain buy-in. You will be confident when making decisions and handling difficult conversations with others, professionally and with sensitivity. You will have excellent communication skills, adapting your style and quickly developing rapport to maximise both impact and understanding. You will be comfortable engaging at all levels across DVLA, DfT and Government where required, acting as an ambassador for DVLA change delivery and the wider Government Project Delivery Profession.
Location Bristol, London, Manchester About the job Job summary The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government. We are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government. Our priorities are to drive a modern digital government, by: joining up public sector services harnessing the power of AI for the public good strengthening and extending our digital and data public infrastructure elevating leadership and investing in talent funding for outcomes and procuring for growth and innovation committing to transparency and driving accountability We are home to the Incubator for Artificial Intelligence (I.AI), the world-leading GOV.UK and at the forefront of coordinating the UK's geospatial strategy and activity. We lead the Government Digital and Data function and champion the work of digital teams across government. We're part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and employ more than 1,000 people all over the UK, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol. The Government Digital Service is where talent translates into impact. From your first day, you'll be working with some of the world's most highly-skilled digital professionals, all contributing their knowledge to make change on a national scale. Join us for rewarding work that makes a difference across the UK. You'll solve some of the nation's highest-priority digital challenges, helping millions of people access services they need Job description GDS Local is a specialist unit within the Service Transformation Directorate that bridges central and local government digital delivery, ensuring GDS platforms and expertise reach all levels of public service to create seamless citizen experiences As a Senior Delivery Manager, you'll: work across a multi-disciplinary team and engage extensively across the department, including with colleagues working on key GDS products such as App and OneLogin, data and the IT market. be at the heart of delivering a high-impact digital transformation programme across local government. lead and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver timely, user-centred work and services build strong relationships across GDS, DSIT, and local government to support delivery outcomes run high-impact events such as hackathons, co-create and co-own plans and progress using recognised lean/agile practices, and communicate status to more senior people and users appropriately provide useful and accurate delivery metrics to facilitate continual improvement facilitate an inclusive team environment where innovation and challenge are welcomed from all colleagues delivery to the agreed goals, actively tackling impediments, risks and blockers, and communicating and escalating where necessary Person specification We're interested in people who: have experience using agile practices to ensure the iterative and timely delivery of products and services that serve real user needs deliver at pace in complex environments, responding quickly and accurately communicate and influence confidently across both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels have experience leading successful high functioning multidisciplinary delivery teams and have strong organisational skills and experience identifying and rectifying any issues within your team have experience leading significant pieces of work independently and can facilitate inclusive workshops and events with concrete outputs have experience planning and delivering engaging virtual and in-person events take the initiative to improve processes or tackle high-profile issues and actively tackle impediments, risks and blockers, communicating and escalating where necessary are passionate about delivering high quality modern digital service across the public sector and in local government
Feb 03, 2026
Full time
Location Bristol, London, Manchester About the job Job summary The Government Digital Service (GDS) is the digital centre of government. We are responsible for setting, leading and delivering the vision for a modern digital government. Our priorities are to drive a modern digital government, by: joining up public sector services harnessing the power of AI for the public good strengthening and extending our digital and data public infrastructure elevating leadership and investing in talent funding for outcomes and procuring for growth and innovation committing to transparency and driving accountability We are home to the Incubator for Artificial Intelligence (I.AI), the world-leading GOV.UK and at the forefront of coordinating the UK's geospatial strategy and activity. We lead the Government Digital and Data function and champion the work of digital teams across government. We're part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) and employ more than 1,000 people all over the UK, with hubs in Manchester, London and Bristol. The Government Digital Service is where talent translates into impact. From your first day, you'll be working with some of the world's most highly-skilled digital professionals, all contributing their knowledge to make change on a national scale. Join us for rewarding work that makes a difference across the UK. You'll solve some of the nation's highest-priority digital challenges, helping millions of people access services they need Job description GDS Local is a specialist unit within the Service Transformation Directorate that bridges central and local government digital delivery, ensuring GDS platforms and expertise reach all levels of public service to create seamless citizen experiences As a Senior Delivery Manager, you'll: work across a multi-disciplinary team and engage extensively across the department, including with colleagues working on key GDS products such as App and OneLogin, data and the IT market. be at the heart of delivering a high-impact digital transformation programme across local government. lead and motivate multi-disciplinary teams to deliver timely, user-centred work and services build strong relationships across GDS, DSIT, and local government to support delivery outcomes run high-impact events such as hackathons, co-create and co-own plans and progress using recognised lean/agile practices, and communicate status to more senior people and users appropriately provide useful and accurate delivery metrics to facilitate continual improvement facilitate an inclusive team environment where innovation and challenge are welcomed from all colleagues delivery to the agreed goals, actively tackling impediments, risks and blockers, and communicating and escalating where necessary Person specification We're interested in people who: have experience using agile practices to ensure the iterative and timely delivery of products and services that serve real user needs deliver at pace in complex environments, responding quickly and accurately communicate and influence confidently across both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels have experience leading successful high functioning multidisciplinary delivery teams and have strong organisational skills and experience identifying and rectifying any issues within your team have experience leading significant pieces of work independently and can facilitate inclusive workshops and events with concrete outputs have experience planning and delivering engaging virtual and in-person events take the initiative to improve processes or tackle high-profile issues and actively tackle impediments, risks and blockers, communicating and escalating where necessary are passionate about delivering high quality modern digital service across the public sector and in local government
