Senior Manager Digital Technology and Resilience - FLK13062

Falkirk Council; Larbert; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Scotland is seeking an experienced Senior Manager for Digital and Resilience to lead the transformation of Digital Technology Services. This role involves strategic leadership, overseeing ICT and digital services, and managing resilience operations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in ICT and significant senior management experience. Join us to make a lasting impact on community services and digital excellence.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior management experience in a complex organization.
• Proven track record in leading digital and resilience operations.
• Experience in delivering strategic change and managing large teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver vital ICT and Digital Services across the Council.
• Lead the Resilience Team and coordinate major incidents.
• Ensure high-quality, compliant, customer-focused services.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in ICT or relevant subject

Job description

Job Advert

Falkirk Council is looking for an experienced and visionary leader to transform our Digital Technology Services so we can maximise future opportunities and respond robustly to challenges

This newly created Senior Manager for Digital and Resilience is a key strategic role with responsibility for delivering vital ICT and Digital Services, along with overseeing Resilience across the Council.

In this role, you will provide strategic leadership across the Council's Software and Infrastructure with responsibility for system security and virus protection. You will lead the delivery of a wide range of essential services including business continuity and recovery, ICT strategy, Mobile Emergency Care, 24/7 emergency control, CCTV and digital improvements such as AI. You will also have responsibility for the Resilience Team which supports the coordination of major incidents along with relevant Council services and Blue light responders. Your leadership will be critical to ensure delivery of high-quality, compliant, and customer-focused services that meet both statutory and strategic objectives.

You will manage significant capital budgets and ensure our ICT assets are maintained to high standards. Working in partnership with senior officers, elected members, and key external stakeholders, you will shape and implement digital and technology strategies that support the Council's long-term goals and priorities.

We are looking for a candidate with a degree in ICT or other relevant subject, and substantial senior management experience in a complex organisation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading digital, technology and resilience operations, delivering strategic change, and managing large teams and budgets. Strong leadership, financial management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the delivery of Falkirk Council's plans. If you are a forward-thinking leader with a passion for public service and digital excellence, we encourage you to apply and help us shape the future of Falkirk Council.

For further information, please contact Kenny Gillespie on [e-mail]