Digital Delivery Manager

Brentwood Borough Council; Rochford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Two local councils in England are seeking a Digital Delivery Manager to lead digital transformation and manage technical teams. The role involves driving continuous improvement in services, overseeing budgets, and working in agile teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience with cloud technologies and Microsoft tools. This permanent position offers an annual salary between £50,269 and £54,495, along with flexible working options and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Flexible/agile working

Supportive environment

Equal opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience leading and managing technical, IT, or product development teams.
• Demonstrable experience with Cloud technologies.
• Proven knowledge of local government and the public sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital product-focused sub-teams to deliver corporate outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement in customer and employee experience.
• Manage contracts, budgets, and third-party suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud technologies (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS)

Microsoft development technologies (SharePoint, Power Platform)

Agile project management methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Degree in IT or equivalent experience

Tools

Power BI

MS Fabric

Job description

Digital Delivery Manager

Permanent Position (37 hours per week)

Salary: OneTeam - Band 10 - £50,269 to £54,495 p.a.

Location: Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council (agile/hybrid working)

(Starting salary dependent upon skills and qualifications, progression subject to satisfactory performance)

Do you want to key in the delivery of digital transformation across two ambitious councils? Are you passionate about delivering innovative digital products and services that make a real difference to residents and employees? Do you thrive on challenge and continuous improvement?

Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council have formed a strategic partnership sharing knowledge, experience, and projects for the benefit of both councils. We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Digital Delivery Manager to join our Digital, Data and Technology team.

As Digital Delivery Manager, you will lead the digital product-focused sub-teams (Product Development & Support and Geospatial), commissioning digital products and resources to deliver corporate outcomes.

You will:

• Work in agile, multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver digital products and improve processes.
• Set software development standards and ensure high-quality service support.
• Support and deputise for the Corporate Manager - Digital, Data and Technology.
• Drive continuous improvement, customer experience (CX), and employee experience (EX).
• Manage contracts, budgets, and third‑party suppliers.
• Lead digital change projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and implement strategic action plans for digital culture and transformation.
• Represent the councils at external meetings and build positive relationships with stakeholders.

What we're looking for:

• Experience leading and managing technical, IT, or product development teams.
• Demonstrable experience with Cloud technologies (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS).
• Knowledge and experience of key Microsoft development technologies such as SharePoint, Power Platform and Co‑pilot.
• Knowledge of data technologies such as MS Fabric and Power BI.
• Experience in agile and waterfall project management methodologies.
• Strong leadership, influencing, and communication skills.
• Proven knowledge of local government and the wider public sector.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in IT.
• Commitment to continuous learning and development.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking team, working across both councils, with opportunities to shape digital strategy, improve services, and develop your career. We offer flexible/agile working, a supportive environment, and a commitment to equal opportunities.

Contact

For an informal discussion, please contact Tim Huggins: [e-mail] or 01277 312933.

Brentwood Borough Council and Rochford District Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults, and expect all employees, contractors, and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People with disabilities will be offered an interview where they meet the Essential Criteria on the Person Specification.

Salary range

• £50,269 - £54,495 per year