Public Sector Digital & Data Transformation Leader

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 104,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive salary

LGPS membership

Hybrid working

31 days leave + public holidays

Professional development

Job summary

SEPA is seeking a Chief Digital & Information Officer to provide strategic leadership for digital, data and technology services across Scotland's environmental regulator. You will shape SEPA's information strategy, lead organisational transformation, strengthen cyber resilience and data capability, and ensure tech investment delivers measurable value.

You will work with the Board and Executive Team, influence national partners, and build high‑performing teams while guiding governance and

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading people, transformation and organisational performance.
• Experience shaping digital and information strategy at scale.
• Strong capability in data, analytics and governance.
• Experience with cyber security, governance and enterprise architecture.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and advise boards.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital and information strategy across SEPA.
• Drive strategic digital transformation and organisational change.
• Strengthen data, analytics and information governance capability.
• Ensure robust cyber security and technology governance.
• Lead high-performing multidisciplinary teams and develop leadership capability.
• Manage significant resources, budgets and technology investment.
• Collaborate with Board and Executive Team on governance and decision-making.
• Build partnerships across government, regulators, and technology partners.

Skills

People leadership

Digital strategy

Data analytics

Cyber security

Enterprise architecture

Governance

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Formal management or leadership qualification

Job description

SEPA is seeking a Chief Digital & Information Officer to provide strategic leadership for digital, data and technology services across Scotland's environmental regulator. You will shape SEPA's information strategy, lead organisational transformation, strengthen cyber resilience and data capability, and ensure tech investment delivers measurable value.

You will work with the Board and Executive Team, influence national partners, and build high‑performing teams while guiding governance and