Director of Data

The Opportunity

• embedding and evolving the data strategy for Parliament, as part of the recently published Information & Digital Strategy, through the engagement of key stakeholder groups
• leading and transforming the existing data capabilities in PDS working with all digital functions and being part of the PDS leadership 
• providing leadership to the Head of Data & Search teams within PDS ensuring that all existing and future operational data services are delivered to House requirements.
• leading pan-parliament data governance improvements to ensure that data is known, fit for purpose, trusted and available
• ensuring that existing data services and capabilities mature and are measured against agreed metrics and service levels.

What You Need

• you will be a Senior Data Leader with a proven track record of delivering successful data service and solutions You will have strong credentials in cloud computing, data engineering, analytics and business intelligence practices.
• you will be a highly effective data leader with strong stakeholder management skills. You will be able to demonstrate how you have translated business requirements and user/stakeholder needs into effective work plans and practical working solutions within a complex matrix managed organisation.
• you will have extensive experience in managing all aspects of the data platforms’ lifecycle to reduce technical debt and mitigate risk. You will have proven ability to resiliently respond to cyber security threats while also ensuring user needs continue to be met and reducing the threat to Parliament of legacy technologies.
• you will be a strategic thinker with the ability to solve complex problems and plan across multiple time horizons to ensure the team and products under your control continue to support the needs of end users, colleagues, and partner organisations. You can demonstrate product workloads are developed and operated successfully, enabled by Agile delivery methods.
• you will have proven experience of providing strong leadership, building, and maintaining a high performing and actively engaged team, including promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment.
• proven ability to manage procurement activity, supplier selection, and contracts, delivering to service level agreements and agreed KPIs (key performance indicators) while also ensuring highly effective management of resources and budgets to achieve financial targets.
• you will have excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively in appropriate styles at all levels. 
• the ability to pass security clearance, backed by the right to work in the UK

About The Team

The Parliamentary Digital Service (PDS), a joint department of both Houses of Parliament, provides technology and intranet services to all Parliamentary users.  It is also responsible for the strategic direction of Parliament’s digital offering through Parliament's Digital Strategy and the delivery and management of parliamentary digital platforms, including the website. We support Parliament through our team of over 500 dedicated and professional digital, data and technology colleagues.

About Us

UK Parliament is steeped in history and tradition. It is an important part of UK life and we need to ensure as many people as possible can engage with its work. This is why we are at the start of a huge transformation programme powered by technology. The Parliamentary Digital Service (PDS) works with the House of Commons and the House of Lords with all their IT and digital needs. We are here to realise the digital ambitions of a modern Parliament and welcome you to join us in building a digital democracy.

Our Package

Please refer to our Candidate Information Pack for a full list of our benefits which include:

• up to 35 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays
• generous maternity pay policy up to 6 months full pay
• great pension scheme options (contributory and non-contributory)
• on-site subsidised gym, nursery, catering, post office, travel office and GP
• flexible options including hybrid working and family friendly policies

How To Apply

Please make sure you're clear on the requirements of the role. These can be found in the Job Description and Candidate Information Pack. You will need to upload a CV and show how you meet criterions 1,2, and 3. Our application process is anonymous, so please remove any personal information from your CV.

Apply By: 26th May 2024 at 23:55

Interviews: Monday 3rd June

Format: Presentation + Panel Interview (Remote)

Our Culture

For our people, we provide an amazing opportunity to bring their talents to an institution that sits right at the heart of society in the UK. We are helping to change UK Parliament and strengthen democracy. What matters here is your potential for growth and your commitment to playing your part in our ongoing success.

We are passionate about providing an environment which promotes inclusion, diversity and equality. Regardless of your age, gender, ethnicity, beliefs or any of the other things that make you, you. We welcome applications from people who feel under-represented in the workforce. This includes those who may feel disadvantaged because of their socioeconomic circumstances.

Our mission is to support a thriving parliamentary democracy – this means being ready to carry out our essential functions to support colleagues deliver excellent services on the Parliamentary Estate and remotely. The balance of location varies according to the requirements of each job role, including some roles which can only be carried out from the Parliamentary Estate. The usual working arrangements for teams in the Digital Service are set out in team hybrid working plans and are by agreement with the managers and leaders of those teams. All teams are required to attend the estate for part of the time to meet business requirements and for team communication, learning and training. Please refer to the hybrid working plan contained in the candidate pack for more information