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Solution Lead / Chief Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid working 3 days a week in Reading +Inside IR35 + 95 - 116 per hour +SC cleared role +Sole British national due to nature of the project Job Overview: You'll play a pivotal role in shaping cutting-edge digital solutions for the defence sector. This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to lead architectural strategies within complex aerospace and MOD environments, ensuring that all digital initiatives are secure, scalable, and aligned with strategic goals. Based in Reading with flexible hybrid working options, you will work on-site to support sensitive programmes, making a tangible impact on national and global defence capabilities. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic technical leadership within the Digital business stream, guiding the architecture of digital products, platforms, and services. Ensure all solutions across multinational defence programmes meet high standards of quality, security, interoperability, and scalability. Lead and mentor internal architecture teams and external partners, establishing best practices and architectural governance. Develop, maintain, and oversee enterprise architecture roadmap, aligning it with long-term transformation objectives. Assess technical proposals from partners, ensuring they are credible, cost-effective, and compliant with security and enterprise standards. Contribute to RFPs, procurement processes, and architectural reviews, embedding requirements from project inception. Collaborate closely with senior leadership to ensure architectural decisions support strategic priorities and business growth. Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulatory requirements pertinent to defence projects. Qualifications & Skills: Proven extensive experience leading architecture in large-scale defence, aerospace, or digital transformation programmes (minimum two major programmes preferred). Strong expertise in Microsoft technologies, cloud (Azure), integration, and security. Demonstrable leadership and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with C-level executives. Relevant experience working within MOD, Defence Digital, or UK aerospace environments. Certifications in cloud technologies (e.g., Azure certifications) are desirable but not mandatory. Ability to assess complex technical proposals, articulate strategic architectural direction, and guide multi-disciplinary teams effectively. If you'd like to discuss this Solution Lead in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Overview An established engineering organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions is seeking a Principal Software Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership across a portfolio of complex development programmes. This role combines strategic software leadership with hands-on technical oversight, supporting the delivery of embedded and application software solutions within highly regulated environments. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines, helping to shape software architecture, development practices, tooling, and technical direction while supporting a team of experienced software engineers. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across multiple software projects, ensuring robust architectures, effective reuse of software components, and adoption of appropriate development tools and methodologies. Support software leads and project teams in defining software requirements, architecture, design approaches, and implementation strategies. Drive consistency in software engineering standards, processes, and best practice across development teams. Work closely with systems, hardware and firmware engineers to ensure integrated and coherent technical solutions. Support project planning activities, helping teams deliver value to customers through well-structured development roadmaps. Review software designs, architectures, and implementation approaches, providing guidance and resolving technical challenges where required. Promote modular software design and the creation of reusable software frameworks and components. Lead the adoption of modern software engineering practices including CI/CD, DevOps, DevSecOps, automated testing, and secure development principles. Champion continuous improvement initiatives relating to software tools, processes, standards, and ways of working. Mentor and develop engineers, supporting technical growth across the wider software function. Lead technical reviews and approve key engineering documentation. Contribute to customer proposals, bids and technical solution development, including effort estimation and risk assessment. Support information security and governance requirements in line with organisational and customer obligations. Skills & Experience Significant experience in software engineering leadership within a complex engineering environment. Strong background in one or more of the following: C/C++ Rust Embedded software development Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Windows or Linux application development Device driver development Proven track record delivering complex software solutions throughout the full development lifecycle. Strong understanding of software architecture, design methodologies, coding standards, verification, validation and configuration management. Experience implementing software development best practice, including automated testing and continuous integration frameworks. Familiarity with version control, defect management and change management tools. Experience working within regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, space, communications or other safety/security-critical sectors. Knowledge of modelling techniques and tools such as UML, SysML or Enterprise Architect would be beneficial. Exposure to secure software development and cryptographic systems would be advantageous. Degree qualified in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related discipline.

The Environmental Engineering team is integral within all land, sea and air-based weapon-system projects. We apply specialist technical knowledge and advice, with responsibility for technical accuracy and delivery of projects within assigned work packages. Salary: Circa £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: As the Environmental Domain Lead, we can offer you the chance to work closely with partners across the business to define and deliver the Environmental Engineering (Mechanical and Climatic) activities, such as requirements, proving & design support. You will own the strategies and activities required to support the flow of requirements, through to design, proving and certification, operating at all levels within the project and seen as a key role to ensure the Environmental (M&C) Domain is coherent across all functions. The Domain Lead role will see you be the focal point of all environmental (Mechanical and Climatic), such as maturation of environmental requirements, delivery of proving strategies, engagement with colleagues such as ISV, Systems, Mechanical Analysis, Architecture, Quality & external parties to progress work and ensure the Environmental Domain is controlled and delivered. You will lead environmental working groups to coordinate activities required to meet overall strategic goals, including delegation of work to a team of up to five Engineers. You will also manage technical assurance of the design and performance, development, proving and qualification within the domain, as well as responsibility for management of risk, schedules and budget. The role will provide the opportunity to engage with senior members of the business such as Project Heads and Chief Engineers to resolve environmental engineering challenges. You will have the ability to influence the design, manufacturing and proving of our products whilst developing technical skills and gaining experience across MBDA UK's Portfolio. What we're looking for from you: Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Proven experience of planning, managing, implementing & delivering strategies on time, on cost, on quality Proven management and delegation of work package budgets and associated risk Knowledge of environmental engineering within the defence sector or relevant industry Knowledge of the Mechanical & Climatic environments, and their applicability to different products at different life cycle stages An understanding of environmental test processes, test measurements and instrumentation Awareness of Environmental Engineering Standards (such as DEF STAN 00-035, Mil Std 810) An innovative mind set to develop methods around requirement definition and weapon system proving Working knowledge and experience using Project Management tools Experience of requirement definition and management using DOORS Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Ready to join the PHSO at a pivotal moment in the organisations strategic shift? Then make your application to this Head of Strategic Comms & Campaigns role! About Our Client The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) is a modern, vibrant organisation full of passionate, committed people. They make final decisions on complaints that have not been resolved by UK Government departments and the NHS in England. Working closely with people to understand where, how and why public services sometimes fall short and fail to put people first. And find ways to put it right. Their true impact lies in making sure that the lessons from all investigations drive systemic change across central government, public services, and the NHS. This newly created Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns, working closely with the senior leadership team, will have a unique dual mandate: inside the organisation, you will reshape the view of communications with a shift to a more cohesive, proactive, insight-led campaigns model. Outside the organisation, you will be the strategic architect behind high-impact narratives that command the attention across diverse government, stakeholder and audience groups. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will sit at the crossroads of policy, communications, and strategic influence. If you are ready to use your campaign expertise to shape public administration and improve national public services, this is your platform. Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 Document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Job Profile Link Job Description As the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you will Strategic Leadership and Advice Support the Assistant Director in delivering organisation-wide leadership for communications and campaigns. Lead the shift to a strategic, insight-driven campaigns approach across the communications team and wider organisation. Act as a senior authority on strategic communications, operating with credibility, autonomy and influence. Advise and influence the Ombudsman, Chief Executive and Executive Team on communications strategy and approach. Campaign Strategy and Delivery Translate organisational vision and priorities into impactful, insight-led communications campaigns across multiple channels. Develop compelling, audience-focused narratives that resonate with diverse stakeholders. Establish approaches to story identification and development, working collaboratively across the organisation. Ensure all communications are inclusive, accessible and aligned with organisational values. Lead the delivery of campaigns against agreed objectives, ensuring consistency and quality. Performance, Evaluation and Impact Define and track key performance indicators, ensuring clear alignment between communications activity and organisational goals. Lead robust evaluation of campaigns, measuring effectiveness and impact. Use insight and data to drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decision-making. Leadership, Ways of Working and Collaboration Provide inspirational leadership to multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix environment, embedding new and effective ways of working. Build strong relationships internally to champion strategic communications and foster a campaigns mindset. Develop partnerships with key external stakeholders to maximise collaboration and impact. Exercise delegated authority effectively, ensuring decisions are informed, timely and aligned to organisational priorities. The Successful Applicant To be successful as the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you must be able to evidence how you pair strategic communication expertise with exceptional political literacy by demonstrating: Significant experience leading strategic communications within the public sector, third sector, or a closely regulated environment. A proven history of designing, executing, and rigorously evaluating large-scale campaigns that delivered measurable, positive policy or positive societal outcomes. A deep understanding of stakeholders across the health sector and wider public service landscape. A natural ability to advise and align Executive Teams, CEOs, and senior political stakeholders behind a communication strategy. Comfortable diving into digital analytics, media data, and audience insights to pivot campaigns and prove engagement. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for translating complex subjects & insights into impactful, positive outcomes An empowering leader who loves to coach, mentor, and build positive, psychologically safe team cultures during times of change. What's on Offer Competitive salary: London: 59,756 - 66,251 Manchester: 56,374 - 62,501 Access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 30 days of annual leave, plus 2.5 Statutory day & Bank Holidays. Hybrid working model with 40% office-based work in London or Manchester Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for additional support. Other additional benefits Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Closing Date for applications: Monday 15th June 5pm Interview Dates: W/C 29th June 2026 Feedback: we are unable offer feedback at application stage Right to work: we can only consider candidates with the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available. Early closure: we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

This is an opportunity to take a pivotal technical leadership role within a highly respected engineering organisation working at the forefront of secure and advanced systems. If you're someone who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and developing high-performing teams, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact on critical, real-world programmes. You'll be joining an environment where technical excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and your expertise will directly shape how systems are designed and delivered. Why This Role Stands Out High-impact work on complex, mission-critical systems Real technical ownership across multiple programmes Influence and autonomy to shape architecture, standards, and tools Strong team culture focused on collaboration and knowledge sharing Flexible working hours (including early Friday finishes) despite being fully onsite A business that genuinely invests in engineering capability and continuous improvement The Role As a Lead / Chief Software Architect, you'll sit at the heart of engineering delivery, providing technical leadership, architectural direction, and mentoring across a portfolio of projects. You'll: Define and guide software architecture and design decisions Provide technical leadership across multiple concurrent projects Lead, mentor, and support a team of talented software engineers Partner closely with systems, hardware, and firmware teams Champion best practice engineering standards, tools, and processes Drive modular design, reuse, and long-term maintainability Support early-stage project planning, estimation, and proposals Play a key role in building a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement What You'll Bring Technical Strength Strong experience with C/C++ or Rust, ideally in embedded or systems environments Experience working across Linux and/or Windows platforms Good understanding of modern engineering practices (CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing) Ideally, exposure to real-time or embedded systems (RTOS) Architecture & Design Proven ability to define and deliver robust, scalable architectures Experience with UML / SysML modelling and structured design approaches Passion for clean design, modularity, and code reuse Leadership & Impact Experience leading or mentoring engineers in a technical capacity Comfortable influencing across teams and projects A track record of delivering complex solutions to high standards Nice to Have Experience within secure, regulated, or high-integrity environments Knowledge of secure software or cryptographic systems Familiarity with standards such as MISRA or similar Requirements Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field Must be eligible for UK high-level security clearance (British citizenship required) What's On Offer 85,000 - 95,000 salary Annual bonus scheme Private medical cover Strong pension contribution 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy more) Life assurance Flexible benefits package Flexible working hours with a strong focus on work-life balance The Environment This is a fully onsite role in Berkshire, due to the secure nature of the work conducted. However, the organisation recognises the importance of flexibility, offering adjustable start/finish times and a supportive approach to balancing work and life commitments. Apply Now If you're ready to step into a role where your technical leadership will be valued, your ideas will shape outcomes, and your work will genuinely matter, apply today

Step into a career-defining opportunity that puts you at the forefront of innovation within the agriculture and construction equipment industry. As a Chief Engineer, you'll lead groundbreaking projects, drive technical excellence, and play a pivotal role in shaping future products. This position offers a unique chance to influence global engineering strategies while building a high-performing team in a dynamic and inspiring environment. If you're looking to make an impact and advance your career, this role is tailor-made for you. What You Will Do: - Provide technical leadership and ownership for products in the EMEA region, ensuring customer and market needs are met. - Define product architecture, technical requirements, and performance targets, ensuring competitiveness against industry benchmarks. - Develop and maintain a product roadmap and technology strategy to address future trends and application demands. - Act as the primary interface between regional business requirements and global engineering teams, driving alignment and integration. - Lead engineering activities across all stages of New Product Introduction (NPI), from concept development to production launch. - Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering organisation, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. What You Will Bring: - Extensive senior engineering leadership experience within the off-highway mobile equipment sector. - Proven track record of delivering complex vehicle or machinery platforms from concept to production. - Strong technical expertise across systems such as structures, hydraulics, powertrain, and electrical/electronic integration. - Demonstrated ability to lead New Product Introduction programs and manage technical risk effectively. - Commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills, with experience in global or matrix organisations. This role is integral to the company's mission to deliver innovative, reliable, and competitive solutions that meet evolving market demands. By driving technical leadership and fostering collaboration, the Chief Engineer will contribute significantly to achieving long-term growth and market leadership goals. The company values excellence, innovation, and teamwork, making this position an exciting opportunity for professionals who share these principles. Location: This role can be based in the Midlands or North Eastern Spain, covering the EMEA region, offering an excellent opportunity to work within a globally connected environment. Interested?: If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and lead the way in engineering innovation, apply today to become the Chief Engineer. Don't miss the chance to shape the future of market leading products and advance your career in a role that truly makes a difference. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Role: Technical Pre-Sales Consultant Location: Office based in the East Midlands Working Arrangement: REMOTE AND ON CLIENT SITES ACOUND THE M4 CORRIDOR. WITH TEAM VISITS TO EAST MIDLANDS OCCASSIONALLY Salary: Up to 110k (wiggle room for the right candidate We are seeking an experienced Technical Pre-Sales Consultant to bridge the gap between customer requirements, cyber security challenges, and technical solution delivery. This role combines cyber security consultancy, solution architecture, technical leadership, and business development, supporting customers throughout the early stages of complex technology programmes. Working closely with senior customer stakeholders, architects, engineering teams, and business leaders, you will act as a trusted technical advisor, helping organisations define requirements, shape secure architectures, and develop solutions that address operational and business objectives. The position requires a strong blend of technical credibility, customer engagement skills, and commercial awareness. You will lead technical pre-sales engagements across cyber security, networking, cloud, and information assurance domains, engaging confidently with senior responsible owners, programme directors, chief architects, and technical decision-makers. Capture, analyse, and translate customer business and technical requirements into solution architectures, technical proposals, statements of work, and bid responses. Provide technical leadership throughout the sales lifecycle, ensuring proposed solutions are technically robust, commercially viable, and aligned with customer objectives. Develop high-level and detailed solution architectures encompassing secure systems integration, interoperability, cross-domain information sharing, cloud infrastructure, network design, and security controls. Work closely with engineering and product teams to ensure customer requirements are clearly understood and reflected in solution delivery. Provide technical oversight and assurance for bids, proposals, and customer-facing documentation, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with industry standards and best practices. Support security accreditation and assurance activities, collaborating with security authorities, accrediting bodies, and customer security teams to address technical risks and define compliant architectures. Maintain a detailed understanding of cyber security technologies, market trends, emerging threats, and competitor capabilities, using this knowledge to identify opportunities, influence product direction, and support strategic growth initiatives. Represent the organisation at customer meetings, industry events, workshops, demonstrations, and technical presentations, acting as a recognised subject matter expert across security architecture, secure information exchange, and systems integration. The successful candidate will demonstrate experience in technical pre-sales, solution architecture, cyber security consulting, or systems engineering within complex enterprise, defence, government, or critical national infrastructure environments. You should have a proven ability to engage with both business and technical stakeholders, produce high-quality technical documentation, and communicate complex concepts at multiple levels of technical detail. Strong knowledge of cyber security principles, information assurance frameworks, secure systems design, networking technologies, and cloud infrastructure is essential. Experience designing and integrating secure solutions across heterogeneous environments is highly desirable. The role requires excellent communication and presentation skills, strong stakeholder management capabilities, and the ability to lead technical discussions from initial discovery through to solution definition and customer approval. Desirable Knowledge Experience with security accreditation processes, risk management frameworks, secure-by-design methodologies, and government or defence security environments. Understanding of enterprise networking technologies, including segmentation, VLAN design, routing, fibre-optic infrastructure, and secure communications. Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and the challenges associated with integrating complex technology solutions across multi-vendor environments. We welcome diverse applicants and are dedicated to treating all applicants with dignity and respect, regardless of background.

Role: Data Governance Analyst Location: Knutsford Duration: 6 Months Day rate: 340 Inside IR35 Overview We are seeking an experienced Data Governance & Compliance Analyst to support a large-scale financial services engagement. This role focuses on strengthening governance, risk, performance, and compliance across an enterprise data landscape, working closely with senior stakeholders including the Chief Data Office. Key Responsibilities Support and enhance data governance, risk, and compliance frameworks within a complex financial environment Engage with stakeholders at multiple levels, including CDO and senior leadership teams Capture, analyse, and interpret corporate data outputs to support governance and decision-making Monitor and assess data quality, performance, and regulatory compliance Contribute to the development of data governance policies, standards, and controls Provide insight into business data flows and enterprise data architecture Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in Data Governance, Risk, and Compliance within financial services / banking Strong understanding of enterprise data landscapes in large financial organisations Experience working with or alongside Chief Data Office functions Ability to capture, analyse, and interpret complex data sets Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

The Landmark Trust is an ambitious and distinctive charity dedicated to rescuing historic buildings in distress and bringing them back to useful life. For more than sixty years it has built an extraordinary portfolio of around 200 buildings across England, Wales and Scotland, and a small number in Italy, ranging from modest cottages to great works of architecture. Once restored, these places are let for holidays, enabling thousands of people each year to experience historic buildings at first hand, while generating the income that sustains their long-term care. The Director, as chief executive, will lead the Trust through its next phase, safeguarding its character, culture and reputation while ensuring that it remains bold, ambitious and financially resilient. Working in close partnership with the Chair and Board, the Director will provide emphatic leadership, set strategic direction, oversee a complex operational and hospitality business, and champion Landmark's fundraising and advocacy. The role calls for a rare combination of heritage sensitivity and business acumen, alongside the ability to inspire a committed workforce, communicate with warmth and authority, and care deeply for the values and culture that make Landmark unique. Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to The Landmark Trust on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit using reference ECALA. Alternatively email . Applications should be received by noon on Friday 10 July.

This is an exciting new opportunity to shape the future of technology and digital capability across five South West charities. We are seeking an exceptional Regional Chief Technology Officer who is motivated by both challenge and purpose; someone who can harness technology to make a tangible difference to how our faith-based charities support church communities Working across the dioceses of Bath & Wells, Bristol, Exeter, Salisbury and Truro, this role offers a rare platform to influence at scale. The successful candidate will lead a region-wide programme of digital transformation and process optimisation, helping modernise systems, strengthen cyber resilience and unlock efficiencies that release resources for mission and ministry. This is not technology for its own sake. We are looking for someone who combines strategic insight with practical delivery; a leader who can translate complex technical possibilities into real-world improvements for staff, clergy and volunteers. You will play a key role in shaping the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, while ensuring strong governance, security and compliance. Please note that, whilst the role will be primarily home-based, the post-holder will be required to travel regularly across the Southwest region, with an onsite presence in each organisation at least once per month. You will be someone who: Has exceptional communication and translation skills, and able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Is a strategic yet pragmatic thinker; someone who sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value-adding solutions. Is a collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader, with the ability to build trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Is resilient and delivery-focused, proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop, articulate, and implement a shared digital transformation and technology strategy that is directly aligned with the overarching mission and strategic goals of the five dioceses. Act as the principal technology advisor to the Diocesan Secretaries and their senior leadership teams. Process Mapping & Optimisation: Lead a comprehensive, collaborative review of key administrative and operational processes within the Diocesan Boards of Finance (DBFs) and in parishes where appropriate. Use process mapping techniques to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement, and then design and implement optimised workflows. AI & Responsible Innovation: Actively research, evaluate, pilot, and implement appropriate AI and automation tools to enhance efficiency, support fundraising, and improve service delivery. Ensure all innovation is undertaken responsibly, ethically, and with a clear focus on tangible benefits. Stakeholder Management & Engagement: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across all five dioceses, including clergy, staff, and volunteers. Foster a culture of digital literacy and champion the benefits of change in a clear, accessible, and empathetic manner. Project & Change Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of technology and process improvement projects, from initial conception and business case development through to delivery, user training, and final handover. Employ robust project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Qualifications, Training & Experience: Proven and extensive senior technology leadership experience (e.g., CTO, Head of IT, Director of Digital Transformation) with clear evidence of strategic impact. Relevant degree (or equivalent) in a technology-related discipline, with appropriate professional certifications in technology, architecture, project or change management, and membership of a relevant professional body. Strong track record in business process mapping, analysis and re-engineering delivering measurable efficiency gains. Practical experience evaluating, procuring and implementing modern technology solutions, including cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365), CRM systems and data analytics tools. Experience in the charity, non-profit or similarly complex, values-driven sector is highly desirable. Demonstrable experience of, or well-informed and practical interest in, the responsible and ethical application of AI and automation in an organisational context. Significant experience in technology strategy, budget management, vendor negotiation and delivery of complex, multi-stakeholder programmes. Competencies & Behavioural requirements: Exceptional communicator and translator: Able to convey complex technical concepts in clear, accessible language and influence a wide range of non-technical stakeholders with confidence. Strategic yet pragmatic thinker: Sees the big picture and aligns technology with organisational priorities, while remaining hands-on and focused on practical, value adding solutions. Collaborative and emotionally intelligent leader: Builds trust and consensus across diverse stakeholders and cultures, leading change with empathy, credibility and sensitivity. Resilient and delivery-focused: Proactive and self-motivated, with the drive and discipline to deliver complex, multi-year programmes and achieve measurable outcomes. Culturally astute and values-aware: Demonstrates understanding of, and respect for, the Church of England's context, governance and ethos, navigating the environment with diplomacy and good judgement.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Location: Manchester (Office Based) 4 days a week from central Manchester location 1 from home Salary: £100,000 - £110,000 + Performance Bonus Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance, Car Allowance, 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chief Technology Officer to join a growing technology business specialising in cloud-based customer engagement, communications, AI-driven solutions and secure payment technologies. This is a pivotal leadership role with responsibility for defining and executing the organisation's technology strategy, driving innovation, developing product roadmaps, and building high-performing engineering and product teams. Working closely with the executive leadership team, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping future growth, scaling product offerings, and ensuring technical excellence across a portfolio of SaaS-based solutions. Key Responsibilities Define and deliver the company's technology and product development strategy aligned to business objectives. Create and manage a multi-year product roadmap covering communications, customer engagement and payment solutions. Lead the design, development and launch of innovative cloud-native products and services. Drive adoption of AI, machine learning and automation technologies across both products and internal development processes. Build, develop and optimise the Product Development function, ensuring capability aligns with future growth plans. Champion modern engineering practices including DevOps, CI/CD and cloud-first architecture. Collaborate closely with Sales, Operations and Customer teams to align product development with market opportunities. Oversee technology budgets, vendor relationships, risk management and strategic partnerships. Act as a senior technical representative with customers, partners and industry stakeholders. About You We are seeking a strategic technology leader with a strong blend of technical expertise, commercial awareness and people leadership skills. You will ideally bring: Experience operating in a senior technology leadership role such as CTO, VP Engineering, Head of Technology or Head of Product Engineering. Strong knowledge of cloud-based communications, customer engagement or SaaS platforms. Experience delivering enterprise-scale software products and technology transformation programmes. Expertise in AI, machine learning, analytics and data-driven product development. Knowledge of secure payment technologies, compliance frameworks and cloud infrastructure. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and product-led development environments. Proven ability to build, lead and develop high-performing technical teams. Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience scaling technology functions within a high-growth B2B organisation. Knowledge of information security, data privacy and governance frameworks. Exposure to public sector customers, procurement environments or regulated industries. Experience within communications technology, contact centres, customer engagement platforms or omnichannel solutions. What's on Offer Executive leadership position with significant influence over company strategy. Opportunity to shape innovative technology products in a growing market. Highly visible role within an ambitious and expanding business. Competitive salary, bonus and benefits package. Opportunity to build and lead a technology function during an exciting period of growth. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Head of AI & Data Chief Data Office London Hybrid £140,000 - £150,000 + up to 45% bonus + 15% car allowance VIQU is recruiting a Head of AI & Data to build and lead the UK AI capability from the ground up. This is a hands-on, strategic leadership role within the Chief Data Office, reporting into the Director and working closely with both UK and global stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to define AI strategy, build a Centre of Excellence, and deliver impactful data-driven initiatives across the business . Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the UK AI strategy , aligned with business and global priorities. Build and scale an AI team and Centre of Excellence , mentoring and growing talent. Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models into production. Establish AI governance, standards, and ethical frameworks to ensure responsible AI adoption. Enable innovation through sandbox environments, tooling guidance, and accelerators . Influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders to translate AI into measurable business value . Drive data-centric AI initiatives , ensuring compliance and alignment with enterprise architecture. Collaborate with global AI teams to align strategy, frameworks, and best practices . Key Requirements Current Head of AI, Head of Data Science, or Senior AI Lead ready to step up. Proven experience building and scaling AI/ML teams (0 10 / 0 15) . Insurance experience Strong technical credibility in ML, AI, and enterprise platforms. Hands-on experience with Azure, Databricks, and ML tools (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Knowledge of Responsible AI, ethical frameworks, and compliance standards . Experience in insurance or regulated financial services preferred. Comfortable presenting to and influencing executives . Collaborative, adaptable, and able to navigate complex stakeholder environments . To apply: Please reach out via LinkedIn to Noah Yeoman or apply via the VIQU website. Know someone suitable? You could earn up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (T&Cs apply).

Lead a new ICT service and digital transformation that improves services, strengthens resilience, and delivers better outcomes for residents. We're all in for our residents, our communities, and each other. At the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC), we are committed to becoming the best Council for the communities we serve. Guided by our values of integrity, respect, putting communities first, and working together, we deliver services across one of London's most distinctive and diverse boroughs. Home to globally recognised cultural institutions, internationally connected communities, and neighbourhoods of striking contrast and character, RBKC serves more than 150,000 residents across one of London's most dynamic boroughs. In the wake of the Grenfell tragedy, our commitment to residents has only deepened. We continue to listen, learn, and drive meaningful change, ensuring residents remain at the centre of every decision we make. Technology, digital innovation, and data are central to our future. RBKC is delivering a significant programme of transformation, investing in modern infrastructure, cyber resilience, digital capability, and better use of data to create services that are more responsive, efficient, and focused on residents. At RBKC, we want to use technology to improve the resident experience, modernise services, strengthen resilience, and free up resources for the services that matter most. As our Chief Information Officer, you will lead this agenda with strategic clarity, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to innovation, public service, and better outcomes across the borough. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a high-profile borough, lead meaningful transformation, and make a visible difference to residents, staff, and communities. The Opportunity Reporting to the Strategic Director of Grenfell Partnerships, Communities and Transformation, you will provide strategic leadership across the Council's digital, data, and technology services, ensuring investment supports corporate priorities and delivers a clear benefit for residents. You will lead the delivery of RBKC's Digital, Data and Technology Strategy, with oversight of IT operations, cyber security, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and data governance across the organisation. This is a high-profile leadership role requiring credibility, sound judgement, and the ability to operate confidently in a politically sensitive environment. You will build trusted relationships with elected Members, Executive Directors, partners, suppliers, and residents, while communicating complex issues with authority and clarity. You will play a central role in shaping how the Council works in the future, using technology to improve services, strengthen resilience, and deliver lasting benefits for residents and staff. You will provide visible and inclusive leadership, inspiring multidisciplinary teams, embedding digital thinking across the organisation, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Lead the delivery of RBKC's Digital, Data and Technology Strategy, aligning investment with corporate priorities, resident outcomes, and service improvement • Provide strategic leadership across IT operations, cyber security, enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and data governance • Work in close partnership with the Executive Leadership Team and elected Members to support the Council's wider ambitions • Oversee a complex supplier and contract landscape, ensuring value for money, strong governance, and effective risk management • Champion the use of data and insight to support better decision-making across the organisation • Lead and develop a multidisciplinary ICT function that delivers strong performance and continuous improvement • Strengthen the Council's cyber security posture and organisational resilience in response to an increasingly complex threat environment • Foster a collaborative culture that supports excellent performance, innovation, and strong outcomes for residents About You You will be an accomplished technology leader with significant senior experience across digital, data, and technology functions within a complex organisation. You will bring a strong track record of leading organisation-wide digital transformation, alongside deep expertise in cyber security, IT operations, enterprise architecture, and data governance. You will combine strategic and operational leadership with the ability to influence at Executive Director and Member level, build trusted relationships, and translate complex technical issues into clear, accessible advice. Alongside technical credibility, you will bring a collaborative leadership style grounded in our values and a clear commitment to public service, continuous improvement, and better outcomes for residents. If you share our ambition to build an inclusive, innovative organisation that keeps residents at the centre, we would welcome your application.

Here at MBDA, our Land Ceptor Systems Engineering team is growing in order to help the British and Polish Armies fulfil the full potential of the system and to extend and tailor the capability for existing and emerging export contracts. Salary: Up to £57,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: The recent commencement of new contracts, the Land Ceptor functional development team needing to grow to support this varied portfolio. There are a number of roles within the Land Ceptor team working for the Chief Systems Engineer. As a Systems Engineer within the Functional development team you could be involved in one of the following areas (with opportunity to get experience across all areas): Working as part of the requirements team to take customer requirements and deriving suitable system, subsystem and software requirements, systems studies and support system design Working as part of the certification team to capture and review evidence, conduct technical investigations and support the delivery of Certificate of Designs to enable customer deliveries Working with the Poland programme lead to organise bids, manage and support the programme delivery activities. This will involve everything from and stakeholder engagement to helping manage and deliver the overall Poland programmes in the functional area. What we're looking for from you: General systems engineering experience (ideally in a defence based context) Requirements management and derivation experience Experience of system engineering tools e.g. DOORS/DOORS NG/Rhapsody Ability to disseminate/share technical information to customers in an understandable manner Engineering change control and management experience Ability to initiate/undertake and drive trade studies and system development activities Experience of developing complex systems Ability to communicate architectures and ideas at all levels Strong stakeholder management skills Experience of working with product lines would be beneficial This role will have real impact on what we deliver to our customers, current and future, and in return will provide you with the opportunity to work independently across the company, genuine engineering challenges and broad professional growth. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Head of Cyber SecurityUp to £89,000 + local government pension scheme + excellent annual leaveGlasgow - Relaxed Hybrid Permanent Hays are on the lookout for a Head of Cyber to provide both strategic and operational leadership across a multi-organisation shared service environment. This role supports a partnership of public sector organisations and reports directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO). You will be accountable for shaping cyber strategy, overseeing governance and risk management, and leading incident response capabilities, while providing assurance on organisational cyber resilience at executive and board level. This role involves Develop and deliver a cyber security strategy and roadmap aligned to organisational priorities and relevant government resilience frameworks. Oversee cyber security operations, including incident response, threat monitoring, vulnerability management, and third-party security services. Act as the senior cyber authority, offering expert guidance and clear assurance on cyber risk, compliance, and resilience to senior leadership, audit committees, and boards. Lead, develop, and inspire specialist cyber security teams, promoting a strong security culture across the organisation. Embed security-by-design principles across enterprise architecture, digital initiatives, and service delivery. Maintain effective cyber governance, policies, and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with recognised standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CAF, and Cyber Essentials Plus. What I'm looking for Demonstrable experience leading a cyber security function covering strategy, operations, and incident management. Mergers and acquisitions experience would be useful for the cyber due diligence involved in expanding the partnerships Strong knowledge of risk, governance, compliance, and security architecture within complex environments. A technical cyber security background Proven ability to engage, influence, and advise senior stakeholders, including executive teams and boards. Experience within public sector organisations or shared service/multi-entity environments is desirable What you'll get in return A salary between £80,000 - £89,000 Local Government pension scheme Excellent annual leave allowance Great flexibility and hybrid availability Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

About Our Client The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) is a modern, vibrant organisation full of passionate, committed people. They make final decisions on complaints that have not been resolved by UK Government departments and the NHS in England. Working closely with people to understand where, how and why public services sometimes fall short and fail to put people first. And find ways to put it right. Their true impact lies in making sure that the lessons from all investigations drive systemic change across central government, public services, and the NHS. This newly created Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns, working closely with the senior leadership team, will have a unique dual mandate: inside the organisation, you will reshape the view of communications with a shift to a more cohesive, proactive, insight-led campaigns model. Outside the organisation, you will be the strategic architect behind high-impact narratives that command the attention across diverse government, stakeholder and audience groups. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, you will sit at the crossroads of policy, communications, and strategic influence. If you are ready to use your campaign expertise to shape public administration and improve national public services, this is your platform. Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 Document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Job Profile Link Job Description As the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you will Strategic Leadership and Advice Support the Assistant Director in delivering organisation-wide leadership for communications and campaigns. Lead the shift to a strategic, insight-driven campaigns approach across the communications team and wider organisation. Act as a senior authority on strategic communications, operating with credibility, autonomy and influence. Advise and influence the Ombudsman, Chief Executive and Executive Team on communications strategy and approach. Campaign Strategy and Delivery Translate organisational vision and priorities into impactful, insight-led communications campaigns across multiple channels. Develop compelling, audience-focused narratives that resonate with diverse stakeholders. Establish approaches to story identification and development, working collaboratively across the organisation. Ensure all communications are inclusive, accessible and aligned with organisational values. Lead the delivery of campaigns against agreed objectives, ensuring consistency and quality. Performance, Evaluation and Impact Define and track key performance indicators, ensuring clear alignment between communications activity and organisational goals. Lead robust evaluation of campaigns, measuring effectiveness and impact. Use insight and data to drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decision-making. Leadership, Ways of Working and Collaboration Provide inspirational leadership to multi-disciplinary teams within a matrix environment, embedding new and effective ways of working. Build strong relationships internally to champion strategic communications and foster a campaigns mindset. Develop partnerships with key external stakeholders to maximise collaboration and impact. Exercise delegated authority effectively, ensuring decisions are informed, timely and aligned to organisational priorities. The Successful Applicant To be successful as the Head of Strategic Communications & Campaigns you must be able to evidence how you pair strategic communication expertise with exceptional political literacy by demonstrating: Significant experience leading strategic communications within the public sector, third sector, or a closely regulated environment. A proven history of designing, executing, and rigorously evaluating large-scale campaigns that delivered measurable, positive policy or positive societal outcomes. A deep understanding of stakeholders across the health sector and wider public service landscape. A natural ability to advise and align Executive Teams, CEOs, and senior political stakeholders behind a communication strategy. Comfortable diving into digital analytics, media data, and audience insights to pivot campaigns and prove engagement. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for translating complex subjects & insights into impactful, positive outcomes An empowering leader who loves to coach, mentor, and build positive, psychologically safe team cultures during times of change. What's on Offer Competitive salary: London: £59,756 - £ 66,251 Manchester: £56,374 - £ 62,501 Access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme. 30 days of annual leave, plus 2.5 Statutory day & Bank Holidays. Hybrid working model with 40% office-based work in London or Manchester Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for additional support. Other additional benefits Here's how to apply: In addition to your CV, please provide a 700 word 'personal statement' (as a front cover to your CV/1 document please) evidencing how you meet 'what you bring' criteria listed in the role profile. Closing Date for applications: Monday 15th June 5pm Interview Dates: W/C 29th June 2026 Feedback: we are unable offer feedback at application stage Right to work: we can only consider candidates with the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available. Early closure: we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications. Job summary Job function Marketing & Agency Subsector Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Sector Public Sector Location London Contract type Permanent Consultant name Elizabeth Woodforde Consultant phone Job reference JN-507

Are you ready to redefine defence technology and lead innovative software solutions that truly make a difference? This is your chance to join a company at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions. As a Chief Software Architect , you will lead and shape the software engineering strategy for advanced cyber and defence systems, overseeing a team of 20-30 engineers across multiple high-security projects. The position focuses on defining software architectures, driving best-practice development processes, and ensuring collaboration across software, hardware, systems, and firmware teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions. The role requires deep expertise in embedded and application software development using technologies such as C/C++, Rust, Linux, and RTOS environments, alongside experience with DevSecOps, automated testing, and secure development standards. In addition to technical leadership, the architect will mentor engineers, support bids and proposals, influence organisational software standards, and contribute to the delivery of mission-critical defence technologies requiring DV security clearance. What You Will Do: - Provide technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring optimal approaches, architecture, and tool chains are selected. - Collaborate with stakeholders to develop software requirements, architectures, and designs that meet system and security needs. - Work closely with software leads and project managers to create development plans that deliver value early to customers. - Mentor and coach software engineers, sharing knowledge and driving process improvements for technical excellence. - Specify, design, and review software using UML and SysML modelling tools, ensuring high-quality, modular, and compliant solutions. - Champion best practices in software development, including continuous integration, automated testing, and secure coding standards. What You Will Bring: - Advanced knowledge and experience in C/C++, Rust, or embedded product development, including RTOSes. - Expertise in software engineering practices, methodologies, and technology trends. - Proven track record of delivering complex software solutions to schedule while exceeding customer expectations. - Experience with tools such as version control systems, change control, bug tracking, and automated testing frameworks. - Familiarity with defence or high-assurance development standards, including coding standards like MISRA. This company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that empower decision-making at both tactical and strategic levels. As a Chief Software Architect , you will be instrumental in driving technical excellence and ensuring the success of critical programmes that protect lives and enhance global security. Your contributions will align with the company's values of trust, collaboration, and innovation, making a real impact in the defence industry. Location: The role is an onsite role in Maidenhead, offering good flexibility with working hours. Interested?: If you're ready to take your career to the next level and lead transformative software projects, apply now to become the Chief Software Architect . Don't miss the opportunity to make a difference in the future of defence technology. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Responsible for leading digital products and platforms. Lead major digital change. About Our Client Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. We help people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity. We do this by investing in artists and organisations that make and deliver exceptional, inspirational work for our communities. We set out our strategic vision in Let's Create that by 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. We invest public money from the Government and the National Lottery to help support the sector and to deliver this vision. Job Description Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Information Officer, as Director of Digital, you will lead Arts Council England's digital products and platforms, including Grants Management, CRM, Museum and Cultural Property services, the digital workplace and new AI-enabled capabilities. You will be accountable for the strategy, investment decisions and governance that ensure these services are reliable, secure, accessible and meet public-sector requirements. These services are essential to how we fund and support the sector, meet our obligations, and serve applicants, funded organisations, staff and partners. You will work closely with the Technology Director to align product direction with architecture, operational resilience and service performance, and you will be the senior voice representing business needs in digital delivery decisions. Key accountabilities: Set a clear vision and strategy for digital products and platforms. Lead and govern delivery across "run and improve" services and major transformation programmes. Ensure services meet standards for value for money, accessibility, security, data protection and assurance. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, the Executive Board and delivery partners. Develop a high-performing team, and create an inclusive, values-led culture. Key responsibilities: Own the digital product and platform portfolio, setting priorities and balancing day-to-day service needs with longer-term change. Set direction for product roadmaps and investment, based on user needs, evidence and organisational priorities. Provide clear governance for design and change decisions, ensuring the right controls and pace of delivery. Be accountable for service performance, resilience and risk management, working with Technology to meet agreed service levels. Lead major digital change, including modernising legacy systems and improving integrations and data quality. Sponsor innovation where it adds value (including AI and automation), running controlled trials and scaling what works. Manage budgets and suppliers, ensuring strong contract performance, good commercial discipline and value for money. Lead, coach and develop the Digital team, planning capacity and building succession for key roles. Represent digital at senior forums, building alignment across Operations, Funding, Data & Insights and corporate functions. Key relationships: Chief Digital and Information Officer Technology Director and Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Chief Data Officer and Data & Insights colleagues Executive Board, transformation governance groups and peer Directors Operational leaders across Funding and corporate services (e.g., Finance, HR, Procurement) External suppliers and delivery partners The Successful Applicant About you: You are a strategic, credible leader who can work at the executive level and stay close enough to delivery to remove barriers and make good decisions. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and can explain complex issues in plain English. You understand modern digital product and platform delivery, including user-centred design, integrations, data and good service management. You can lead and improve supplier performance and contracts, and you take a disciplined approach to value for money, risk and assurance. You lead collaboratively and invest in building a high-performing, inclusive team. Essential requirements: You will need strong evidence of strategic leadership, delivery and commercial judgement. Senior leadership experience owning a portfolio of digital products/platforms across live service, improvement and transformation. Proven people leadership, including developing leaders and building a high-performing, inclusive team. Experience setting strategy and turning it into clear roadmaps, priorities, governance and measurable outcomes. Strong stakeholder management, able to influence Executive and Board-level decisions and build trust across the organisation. Commercial and financial management experience, including managing significant budgets (typically up to £5m) and leading supplier/partner performance. Good working knowledge of modern delivery and service approaches (e.g., agile/hybrid delivery, DevOps, continuous improvement) and when to use them. Experience ensuring services meet security and data protection requirements, with a working knowledge of recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001 / NIST and UK GDPR). Desirable requirements but not essential: A relevant degree or equivalent experience. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., programme/project delivery, enterprise architecture or service management). What's on Offer Salary: The role will pay a competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum. Pension scheme: The Arts Council retirement plan is a final salary scheme with contributions on a sliding scale. Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays and an additional three days leave at Christmas. All staff also earn one additional leave day per full year of service (up to five days), and we offer a scheme to buy and sell annual leave. There is also a winter closure of three days between Christmas and New Year for all colleagues. We offer generous sick pay, paid maternity, paternity and adoptive parental leave, as well as up to five days a year for personal and religious reasons. Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Manchester Office (factoring in flexibility when required) Life assurance: All staff members are automatically provided with life assurance cover. Wellbeing support: Our internalwellbeing strategy launched in 2021, and colleagues have access to a range of resources to support theirwellbeing, including: Unmind: a workplace mental health platform. The Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential 24/7 telephone counselling service which offers impartial external advice and support on personal, legal, financial and line management issues, plus up to six counselling sessions per year. A fully trained team of internal Mental Health First Aiders. Learning & development: We invest in the growth and development of all our staff, including professional qualifications, in-house and external training courses, conferences, e-learning, apprenticeships and more. We encourage individuals and teams to keep learning and developing - as a gold standard Investor in People, we provide flexible and adaptable learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Shopping discounts: Exclusive savings on high street and online shops, holidays, cinema tickets, gym membership, dining out and more. Relocation support: Newly appointed staff who need to move residence are eligible to apply for up to £5,000 support. Travel loans: Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, as well as bicycle, car and motorbike loans for those who regularly use them for commuting. Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups. If you are disabled and your application meets the essential criteria for the post, we guarantee you an interview. Candidates who wish to apply under this scheme should indicate this on their cover letter under 'Candidate Personal Information' and then demonstrate within their cover letter how they have met the essential criteria for the role. Contact: Rutesh Shah Quote job ref: JN-216 Job summary Function CIO & IT Leadership Subsector CIO & IT Leadership Subsector Industry Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Location Manchester Contract type Permanent

Head of Cyber Security Up to 89,000 + local government pension scheme + excellent annual leave Glasgow - Relaxed Hybrid Permanent Hays are on the lookout for a Head of Cyber to provide both strategic and operational leadership across a multi-organisation shared service environment. This role supports a partnership of public sector organisations and reports directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO). You will be accountable for shaping cyber strategy, overseeing governance and risk management, and leading incident response capabilities, while providing assurance on organisational cyber resilience at executive and board level. This role involves Develop and deliver a cyber security strategy and roadmap aligned to organisational priorities and relevant government resilience frameworks. Oversee cyber security operations, including incident response, threat monitoring, vulnerability management, and third-party security services. Act as the senior cyber authority, offering expert guidance and clear assurance on cyber risk, compliance, and resilience to senior leadership, audit committees, and boards. Lead, develop, and inspire specialist cyber security teams, promoting a strong security culture across the organisation. Embed security-by-design principles across enterprise architecture, digital initiatives, and service delivery. Maintain effective cyber governance, policies, and performance metrics, ensuring alignment with recognised standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CAF, and Cyber Essentials Plus. What I'm looking for Demonstrable experience leading a cyber security function covering strategy, operations, and incident management. Mergers and acquisitions experience would be useful for the cyber due diligence involved in expanding the partnerships Strong knowledge of risk, governance, compliance, and security architecture within complex environments. A technical cyber security background Proven ability to engage, influence, and advise senior stakeholders, including executive teams and boards. Experience within public sector organisations or shared service/multi-entity environments is desirable What you'll get in return A salary between 80,000 - 89,000 Local Government pension scheme Excellent annual leave allowance Great flexibility and hybrid availability Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)