Hiring: Deputy Chief Data Officer

Hiring: Deputy Chief Data Officer

Full-Time 86000 - 117000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead data strategy and governance to enhance data management across Defra.
  • Company: Join the Government Recruitment Service, shaping data for one of the UK's largest departments.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and a chance to influence national data strategy.
  • Other info: Be part of a Disability Confident employer, promoting inclusivity in the workplace.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on data practices and drive transformation in a high-profile leadership role.
  • Qualifications: Experience in data management and leadership within complex organisations.

The predicted salary is between 86000 - 117000 £ per year.

As Deputy Chief Data Officer, you will support the Chief Data Officer in leading Defra's enterprise-wide data function, helping to shape and deliver the Data and Information Strategic Roadmap 2030 across Defra and its Arm’s Length Bodies (ALBs). Working within a complex, federated organisation, you'll help ensure data is managed as a strategic asset, enabling better services, informed policy decisions and the successful adoption of emerging technologies, including AI. This is a high-profile leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence data strategy across one of the UK's largest government departments while developing capability, driving transformation and fostering a culture of collaboration and data sharing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the Chief Data Officer in leading Defra's enterprise-wide data function and delivering the Data and Information Strategic Roadmap 2030.
  • Help shape and implement data strategy, governance and policy to improve the management, sharing and use of data across Defra Group and its ALBs.
  • Drive organisational change by embedding modern data practices, improving data capability and promoting a culture where data is treated as a strategic asset.
  • Support the leadership and development of the Chief Data Office, building a high-performing team and strengthening Defra's wider data community.
  • Work closely with digital, technology, science and analytical leaders to develop data platforms and services that enable better access to data and support Defra's AI ambitions.
  • Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Defra Group, aligning priorities and delivering a shared strategic vision for data.
  • Represent the Chief Data Office internally and externally, influencing senior leaders and championing best practice in data management and governance.
  • Support strategic investment decisions across data platforms, programmes and core data capabilities to maximise value and organisational outcomes.

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