Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 19/03/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 5+ years

Interim & Executive Management

City Woldingham

Province Surrey

Postal Code CR3

Job Description

11 month contract role with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

• Chief Digital, Data and Technology Officer (CDDTO) required to lead Surrey County Council’s digital, data and technology strategy at enterprise and system level.
• Provides strategic leadership across transformation, innovation, and service delivery, aligning technology with organisational and public service priorities.
• Responsible for driving large-scale digital transformation, data-driven decision making, and cross-organisational collaboration.
• Acts as the Council’s principal advisor on digital, data and technology, influencing at regional and national level.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

• Set and deliver the Council’s digital, data and technology strategy aligned to corporate objectives.
• Act as senior advisor to Chief Executive, Members and Corporate Leadership Team.
• Lead large-scale digital transformation programmes and investment portfolio (£20m+).
• Provide system leadership across multi-agency and cross-boundary partnerships.
• Act as Senior Responsible Officer (SRO) for major programmes.
• Drive adoption of emerging technologies including AI, automation and data platforms.
• Establish and oversee enterprise data strategy, governance, and data ethics frameworks.
• Ensure robust cyber security, risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop a high-performing Digital, Data & Technology function (up to 300 staff).
• Oversee supplier ecosystems, commercial strategy, and contract performance.
• Represent the Council at regional and national forums, influencing policy and funding.

Skills/Experience:

• Significant senior leadership experience as CIO, CTO, CDIO or equivalent.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale digital, data and technology transformation.
• Strong experience within public sector / local government environments.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and large functions (200+ staff).
• Expertise in digital strategy, enterprise architecture, and technology delivery.
• Strong knowledge of data strategy, governance, analytics, and data platforms.
• Experience with cyber security, risk, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to operate at political and executive level, influencing stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen including supplier management and investment strategy.
• Experience leading multi-agency or system-wide programmes.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies including AI and automation.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Additional Information:

• Senior executive leadership role with regional and national influence.