Chief Information Officer (CIO)

National Physical Laboratory; Teddington; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Physical Laboratory seeks a Chief Information Officer to lead digital transformation and strategic initiatives. You'll drive technology adoption, foster a people-centric culture, and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance organizational performance and align with NPL's values.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in science and technology organizations.
• Exceptional digital leadership and technical skills.
• Background in transforming business performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of digital and IT strategies across the organization.
• Motivate and inspire team members towards a shared vision.
• Develop and execute digital modernization strategies.

Skills

Strong communication

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Collaboration

Job description

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Chief Information Officer(CIO), Teddington

Client: National Physical Laboratory

Location: Teddington, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: db2e3fdcc7db

Job Views: 21

Posted: 17.06.2025

Expiry Date: 01.08.2025

Job Description:

About the Role

The National Physical Laboratory supports scientific and commercial innovations, international trade, environmental protection, and health and wellbeing through vital research. As technology advances, we aim to make larger strides in delivering scientific impact. As our Chief Information Officer, you will lead pioneering collaborations with UK and international science, engineering, and technology organizations to maximize the benefits of digital transformation.

This management role focuses on delivering value from digital systems, including Data, Customer, ERP, Cloud, AI, and Cybersecurity. You will own the digital modernization strategy and drive the technical direction, future-proofing the architecture for digital alignment. Additionally, you will foster a people-centric culture that builds on our organizational values.

This strategic leadership role involves developing and executing digital strategies that enable research, science, engineering, and operations. You will select and implement suitable technologies, oversee IT activities to optimize performance, and analyze costs, values, and risks to inform decision-making. You will lead the function and collaborate across the organization as a key enabler.

Leading a team, you will motivate and inspire them to realize your vision while supporting their development. As part of the senior leadership team, you will build strategic relationships with customers and stakeholders, act as a brand ambassador for NPL, and drive organizational change aligning with NPL’s values.

About You

You are an exceptional digital leader with a background in transforming business performance through emerging technologies. You are highly technical, commercial, and a confident communicator. A natural leader, you possess excellent people management skills and can convey complex subjects effectively.

We seek candidates with proven experience working within science and technology organizations, with a genuine passion for science and technology. You should thrive in our environment and be committed to our purpose. Key qualities include:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Strategic thinking and holistic planning ability
• Problem-solving and decision-making in dynamic environments
• Stakeholder management and customer focus
• Ability to enable organizational evolution through technology

As a functional leader, you will:

• Deliver digital and IT strategies across a diverse organization
• Manage operational IT portfolios, budgets, and supplier frameworks
• Drive standards and governance to meet commitments
• Adapt to changing business needs
• Focus on employee engagement and development

Note: We actively recruit individuals from all backgrounds. Due to the nature of our work, nationality, residency, and security requirements may be more restrictive. You will need to obtain BPSS security clearance to work at NPL.