Expression of Interest: Digital, Data and Technology Enablement Service

Barnet Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking professionals to join their Digital, Data, and Technology team. The team will focus on driving digital transformation, optimizing data infrastructure, and delivering user-centered products and services. Successful candidates will play a crucial role in integrating business needs with technology while enjoying comprehensive benefits, including 31 annual leave days and training opportunities. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in your community by shaping Barnet's digital future.

Benefits

31 days annual leave plus public holidays

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Work-life balance options

Lifestyle discounts

Broad range of payroll benefits

Training and development opportunities

Employee well-being programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in programme and delivery management.
• Strong understanding of data architecture and analytics.
• Proven background in user-centered design principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and deploy user-centered DDaT products.
• Manage data infrastructure and deliver insights.
• Oversee the digital, data and technology pipeline.

Skills

Business analysis

Product/content design

Solution architecture

Data engineering

Data science

Cyber security

Technical transition

AI/RPA

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Job Description

Shape Barnet’s Digital and Data Future

Expression of Interest: Digital, Data and Technology Enablement Service

Barnet is building its Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) capacity and capabilities. An enablement Service that unites multidisciplinary expertise to drive digital transformation, data‑informed decision‑making and technology innovation. The service will manage the end‑to‑end lifecycle of digital products, data infrastructure and solutions, delivering measurable value for residents, colleagues and partners. If you’re passionate about making public services simpler, smarter and more inclusive, we want to hear from you.

For information on the various roles and a short description of each, please [CLICK HERE]

What The Service Will Help Deliver

• Resident‑Focused Products and Services – Design, build and deploy user‑centred DDaT products across the organisation to deliver high quality responses and outcomes for the people of Barnet.
• Content Management – Own and evolve user‑centred content (e.g., our knowledge bases) aligned to emerging AI strategies; deliver accessible, accurate and inclusive content.
• Data & Insight Excellence – Build and optimise data infrastructure; deliver high‑quality analysis, data science and GIS insights across the council.
• Cyber Security & Compliance – Protect information assets and ensure compliance with public‑sector standards.
• Strategic Programme & Project Delivery – Oversee the digital, data and technology pipeline; plan, execute and close complex programmes including technical transitions and IoT initiatives.
• Business & Technology Integration – Bridge business needs and technology, remove delivery obstacles and ensure every initiative creates tangible value.
• Technology Architecture & Solution Development – Provide strategic architecture leadership; design and maintain solutions across Microsoft 365, AI and RPA to boost productivity.
• Capability Building & Training – Design and deliver learning that builds DDaT confidence and skills across the council.

Who should express interest?

We welcome EOIs from professionals across Digital, Data and Technology, including but not limited to: programme and delivery management, business analysis, product/content design, solution architecture, AI/RPA and Microsoft 365 development, technical transition, data engineering, data science (including GIS), cyber security and DDaT - specific learning and development.

What Barnet Offers

• 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays;
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents;
• Work‑life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working and part‑time;
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more;
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel, and gym membership;
• Excellent training and development opportunities;
• Employee well‑being training programmes including confidential employee assistance.

How To Submit Your Expression Of Interest

Click ‘Apply’, submit your CV and tell us what area of the service you’re interested and you will be added to our DDAT talent pool, to receiving messages and updates directly from the service.

Ready to help us shape Barnet’s DDaT future?

Submit your Expression of Interest today and be part of the service that turns great ideas into real outcomes for residents and colleagues at Barnet.