Join a forward‑thinking local authority committed to improving services and outcomes for its communities through innovation and modernisation. The organisation is focused on delivering high‑quality, accessible services and is undergoing a significant digital transformation to support future ways of working, enhance customer experience, and enable a digitally confident workforce.

Your New Role

As the Digital Programme Lead, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the organisation's digital transformation agenda. You will translate the Digital Vision and Strategy into practical, impactful change; leading programmes that modernise services, streamline operations, and support a digitally empowered workforce. You will act as the technical lead for digital, bridging the gap between service teams and IT infrastructure, ensuring alignment and collaborative working throughout the organisation.

You will be responsible for overseeing a portfolio of digital projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable benefits. Working closely with senior leaders, internal teams, and external partners, you will champion digital innovation, support change adoption, and drive improvements that contribute to a smooth transition through local authority changes. You will provide clear, accessible advice on complex digital matters and shape a culture that embraces continuous improvement.

In this leadership role, you will line‑manage two direct reports and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to embed new ways of working. You will lead on horizon scanning, identifying emerging technologies and best practice, and use this insight to influence future strategy and investment. You will report directly to the Head of IT Resources as you support the delivery of a modern, resilient, and customer‑centric digital service.

What you'll need to succeed

* Proven experience delivering digital transformation programmes within a complex organisation
* Strong delivery leadership with the ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable delivery plans
* Skilled in managing a portfolio of digital projects, ensuring delivery to time, cost, and quality
* Ability to interpret technical solutions, risks, and issues, presenting clear business‑focused recommendations
* Excellent stakeholder management, with the ability to collaborate, engage, and influence at all levels
* Expertise in coaching and leading teams in Agile and Lean methodologies
* Ability to create, refine, and embed new ways of working, driving innovation and continuous improvement
* Confident change leader who can drive adoption of digital solutions across the organisation.
* Recognised advocate for digital transformation, able to challenge constructively and inspire digital confidence
* Strong analytical skills, able to develop business cases, assess ROI, and support benefit realisation
* Effective communicator with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
* Skilled in horizon scanning and applying emerging technologies and best practice to improve services

What you'll get in return

* Hybrid Working 50% office-based, 50% remote
* Outstanding Pension Scheme
* Employer-Paid Health Cash Plan
* Excellent Annual Leave: 27 days per year, rising to 30 days after 2 years' continuous service, then 35 days after 5 years' continuous service (can be carried across from another local government organisation for continuous service)
- 13 additional flexi-leave days annually
- Option to purchase up to 5 extra days
* Free Parking
* Discounts: Major high street brands and local leisure centres
* Excellent Working Environment
* Season Ticket Loans
* Professional Development: Ongoing support for continuous learning and growth
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Available for cars and bikes
* Working in Winchester means being based in one of the UK's most attractive small cities, surrounded by countryside and history but within an hour of London Waterloo by train.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. To find out more, please contact Sophia Redpath on

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