Global Chief Digital Transformation & Innovation Leader

Business Advice Centre at the University of East London (BAC); Illinois; On-site; USD 219,000 - 268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Pension contributions

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

University of East London is seeking a Chief Digital Officer to lead the group’s enterprise-wide digital strategy and digital transformation initiatives. The postholder will drive data, analytics, AI, and cyber resilience while aligning with Forward to 2040 ambitions.

This is a London-based, senior executive role with a strong emphasis on growth and inclusive impact. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, establish a product-led approach, and collaborate with offices, schools, and international

Qualifications

• Substantial executive or senior leadership experience in digital transformation, technology, data or digital product leadership.
• Experience leading complex enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.
• Strong track record of delivering digital strategies linked to growth and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of UEL's digital strategy aligned to Forward to 2040.
• Drive digital transformation across the university and embed digital thinking.
• Oversee data, analytics, AI, platforms, and cyber resilience to enable growth.

Skills

Executive leadership

Digital transformation

Data analytics

AI awareness

Education

Degree-level qualification

Job description

University of East London is seeking a Chief Digital Officer to lead the group’s enterprise-wide digital strategy and digital transformation initiatives. The postholder will drive data, analytics, AI, and cyber resilience while aligning with Forward to 2040 ambitions.

This is a London-based, senior executive role with a strong emphasis on growth and inclusive impact. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, establish a product-led approach, and collaborate with offices, schools, and international