Digital Transformation Consultant

i3Works Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Pension contribution

Cycle to work

Wellbeing support

Job summary

i3Works Ltd is seeking Senior - Principal Consultants for digital transformation across Defence and Central Government, with a focus on shaping strategy, delivery, and adoption. You will work in a hybrid setup, co-locating with client sites within the Bristol/M4 corridor, and drive value through modern technology, data, and new ways of working.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, product strategy, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, with opportunities for leadership and capability

Qualifications

• Experience delivering for Defence Sector (e.g. DE&S and Defence Digital)
• Experience delivering in Central Government (Home Office, HMRC, DEFRA)
• Must be able to obtain NSV security clearance or already hold NSV at high/very high standard

Responsibilities

• Facilitate workshops and engage stakeholders to understand business needs
• Define and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmaps
• Lead multidisciplinary delivery teams using Agile/Lean/hybrid methods
• Support organisations in adopting new ways of working and driving continuous improvement
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development and internal initiatives

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Agile delivery

Transformation leadership

Job description

Senior - Principal Consultants: £45,000 - £70,000. Yearly bonus + Hybrid Working:Depending on experience.

Overview:

We are seeking talented and motivated Digital Transformation Consultants to join our growing team. We are building a broad and diverse capability and are keen to hear from individuals across a range of disciplines, including Business Analysts, Product Managers, Delivery Managers, and other digital specialists.

Our consultants partner with clients to design, deliver, and embed digital solutions that drive meaningful change. You will work across the full transformation lifecycle — from shaping strategy and discovery through to delivery, adoption, and continuous improvement — helping organisations realise value through modern technology, data, and ways of working.

We operate across both public and private sectors, including defence, local government, and banking, and align to recognised standards such as the UK Government Digital Service (GDS).

Key Responsibilities:

Depending on your specialism, you will:

Business Analysis & Discovery

• Facilitate workshops and engage stakeholders to understand business needs and challenges
• Elicit, analyse, and document requirements, user needs, and processes
• Translate complex problems into actionable insights and opportunities

Product Management

• Define and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmaps
• Prioritise backlogs based on user value and business outcomes
• Work closely with delivery teams to ensure successful product lifecycle management
• Apply user-centred design principles and data-driven decision-making

Delivery Management

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver digital products and services
• Manage delivery using Agile, Lean, or hybrid methodologies
• Remove blockers, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure outcomes are delivered on time and to quality
• Foster collaboration and high-performing team dynamics

Digital Transformation & Change

• Support organisations in adopting new ways of working and digital operating models
• Facilitate organisational change, including stakeholder engagement and adoption activities
• Drive continuous improvement and embed sustainable transformation practices

Skills and Experience:

• Experience delivering for Defence Sector, i.e. DE&S and Defence Digital
• Experience delivering in Central Government, i.e. Home Office, HMRC and DEFRA
• The suitable candidate will need National Security Vetting (NSV) security clearance. They will, preferably, already hold NSV to a high or very high standard, but must be able, and willing, to achieve it

Standards, Governance & Industry Context

• Apply best practice frameworks such as GDS standards where relevant
• Work effectively within regulated and complex environments, including defence, local government, and banking
• Ensure alignment with governance, security, and compliance requirements

Innovation, AI & Automation

• Bring awareness of emerging technologies, including AI and automation tooling
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, decision-making, and customer experience through digital solutions
• Support clients in understanding and applying AI and automation principles responsibly

Collaboration & Growth

• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge across the practice
• Contribute to business development, capability growth, and internal improvement initiatives

Experience delivering digital transformation initiatives

• Strong understanding of Agile, Lean, and modern delivery practices
• Familiarity with GDS standards and user-centred design principles (or similar frameworks)
• Experience working in regulated environments such as defence, local government, banking, or financial services
• Awareness of AI, automation, and emerging digital technologies
• Experience facilitating change and supporting organisations through transformation
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills
• Relevant certifications (e.g. Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Practitioner) are beneficial but not essential. li>

Role Location:

This role is a full-time position (40 hours/5 days a week)

Our consultants are expected to work in a hybrid environment, in accordance with our clients. We require our people to be within an easily commutable distance of our Bristol office and to be able to co-locate at our client locations, which are typically 50 miles of Bristol or along the M4 corridor. New clients are always coming on board, and we require our consultants to be able to work flexibly and wherever this work requires.

Our Core Values & Behaviours:

Our core values, Purposeful, Dynamic & Supportive, stand us apart from our competition, are the central, driving force to i3Works’ culture and are expressed through our associated behaviours:

Purposeful

• Professionally Responsible - Builds and delivers professionalism to bring value to the organisation, stakeholders and peers.
• Driven to Deliver - Demonstrates determination, resourcefulness, and purpose to deliver the best results for and behalf of i3Works.
• Critical Thinker - Demonstrates the ability to analyse and understand data and information quickly. Uses information, insights and knowledge in a structured way to identify options, make recommendations and make robust, defendable decisions.

Dynamic

• Curious - Is future-focused, inquisitive, and open- minded; seeks out evolving and innovative ways to add value to the organization.
• Skilled Influencer - Demonstrates the ability to influence to gain the necessary commitment and support from diverse stakeholders in pursuit of organisation value.

Supportive

• Collaborative - Works effectively and inclusively with a range of people, both within and outside of the organisation
• Role Model - Consistently leads by example. Acts impartiality and independently, balancing personal and organisation parameters.

Benefits at i3Works:

• Private healthcare/medical cover & Group life insurance
• Annual bonus scheme (dependent on personal and company performance)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per each calendar year, after your 3rd anniversary with the company– rising to a maximum of 30 days + bank holidays).
• Enhanced Reservist Leave – up to 10 days paid.
• Annual leave purchase scheme (up to 5 days per year)
• 5% company pension contribution
• £250.00 annual donation towards a charity or grassroots organisation of your choice
• Personal wellness benefit of £120.00 per month, access to unlimited 1-1 counselling support and a wealth of wellbeing and support resources
• Enhanced parental leave
• Electric car leasing salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to work scheme (save 25-39% on a bike and accessories)
• Paid qualifications for employees at all levels
• Internal Employee Networks, regular social events throughout the year and charity fundraising activities to get involved with if you wish.

At i3Works we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We ensure that all hiring decisions are made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, disability, gender, gender identity, religion, or any other protected characteristics, and will treat all applications with the strictest confidence. Please don’t be afraid to ask about what we can do to support your needs. All requests will be carefully and fairly considered. We wish you every success in your job search.