Chief Digital Officer

British Rowing; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

British Rowing seeks a visionary Chief Digital Officer to architect a user-first digital ecosystem. This strategic position demands strong leadership in digital transformation while collaborating closely with senior management to modernize platforms and ensure compliance. The role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and the chance to influence the future of rowing in the UK.

Benefits

7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%)

£20 per month with Betterspace (wellbeing platform)

Company Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan

Life assurance (x3 your salary)

Cycle to work scheme

Free and secure parking

Free annual ROW Membership

Bonus annual leave between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• Deep experience leading digital transformation in complex environments.
• Strong architecture, governance, and security credentials.

Responsibilities

• Lead the digital strategy and oversee its execution.
• Manage the successful delivery of new services.
• Inspire and mentor a high-performing digital team.

Skills

Digital Transformation

Governance

User Experience

Data Management

Job description

A Bit About The Role

Were not just looking for a technical lead: were looking for a visionary who can architect and deliver a connected, intuitive digital ecosystem that powers everything we offer clubs, coaches, members, volunteers, and fans. Youll have ownership of our entire digital landscape modernising platforms, consolidating data, embedding a future-proof architecture, and championing a user-first mindset across the organisation. Youll work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to make digital a core enabler of British Rowings next chapter.

As CDO, You Will

• Lead the digital strategy and oversee its execution, including the creation of a centralised data warehouse
• Simplify and unify our fragmented tech stack
• Replace or rebuild outdated systems and reduce technical risk
• Manage the successful delivery of new services
• Ensure strong governance, security, and compliance across all platforms
• Inspire, mentor, and build a high-performing digital and data team
• Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to make technology work better for members, volunteers, and the broader rowing community
  
  

A Bit About You

Were looking for someone who:

• Has deep experience leading digital transformation in complex environments
• Is as comfortable setting strategy as they are rolling up their sleeves
• Can simplify complexity and make smart, scalable tech decisions
• Brings strong architecture, governance, and security credentials
• Knows how to manage legacy systems while building the future
• Is energised by the opportunity to shape a user-first, mission-driven digital experience
• Believes in the power of sport and community
  
  

What we offer

Besides the salary and 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) pro rata, youll also get:

• 7.5% employer pension contribution (when you contribute 3%)
• £20 per month with Betterspace (our wellbeing platform)
• Company Health Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Life assurance (x3 your salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free and secure parking in Hammersmith
• Free annual ROW Membership
• Bonus annual leave between Christmas and New Years Day
  
  

Additional Information

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a short cover letter by 24th July.

Please apply straight away as we reserve the right to close applications early if we find the right candidate!

About Us

The full job description can be found HERE

Our passion is rowing in all of its forms. British Rowing is the governing body for rowing, responsible for supporting grassroots rowing in England and preparing the GB Rowing Team ready for the Olympics, Paralympics, and other international competitions.

Our vision is a sport that welcomes and has an offer for everyone. Our mission is to create a healthy, inclusive and life-enhancing sport. We are a membership organisation with over 30,000 individual members, supporting over 550 affiliated clubs and 230 affiliated events. We cover all types of rowing - whether its on the river or lake, on the sea, at home, or in the gym.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnership. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know by indicating your needs to the HR team in the application form or by emailing .

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