Head of Digital Transformation

Role summary

Location and interview

• The role is associated with Crown Way, Cardiff, CF14 3UZ.
• Interviews will take place in person at the Cardiff office; the regular work pattern is not specified.

Salary and benefits

• The stated salary range is £74,089–£80,300; the description does not specify a pay period.
• Benefits include the Civil Service Pension Scheme, 30 days of annual leave, eight bank holidays, and one privilege day.
• Flexible working is available, with options between 6am and 8pm and no core hours.

Strategy and transformation

• Develop, lead, and maintain the Digital and AI Strategy aligned with Companies House and cross-government priorities.
• Lead strategic planning for modernisation across services and technology.
• Lead the design and delivery of a multi-year modernisation programme, including AI-enabled improvements and measurable outcomes.
• Turn long-term vision into deliverable plans and align priorities with senior stakeholders.

Governance and delivery

• Establish governance, assurance, and ethical frameworks for transformation and AI adoption, complying with legislation, government policy, and recognised best practice.
• Deliver modernisation programmes to time, cost, and quality expectations.
• Manage programme benefits, risks, and outcomes and secure investment.
• Oversee the move from legacy systems and processes to modern, resilient services.

Engagement and services

• Engage senior leaders, stakeholders, and external partners to drive commitment and adoption.
• Work with data, analytics, digital, and technology teams to improve organisational capability.
• Champion user-centred services and enable innovation while maintaining public trust.

Essential eligibility

• Security Clearance is essential for the campaign.
• Candidates must have been in the UK for at least three of the previous five years to be eligible to apply for SC clearance.

Application information

• Companies House cannot offer visa sponsorship for this campaign.