Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer

Job Title: Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer Location: Surrey (Hybrid) Rate: £1,000 per day Contract: Interim Overview Sheer Jobs is recruiting on behalf of a local authority for an outstanding Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer (CDDTO). This is a senior interim leadership role requiring a highly experienced professional with a proven public sector background, capable of leading large-scale digital, data and technology transformation within a complex government environment. You will act as the Council’s principal authority on digital, data and technology, driving innovation, transformation, and system-wide collaboration to deliver modern, citizen-focused services. Key Responsibilities * Lead the strategic vision for digital, data and technology in alignment with organisational and public sector priorities. * Act as the senior adviser to executive leadership and elected members. * Oversee a major digital investment portfolio, ensuring value, governance and delivery. * Drive transformation through adoption of emerging technologies including AI and automation. * Lead large-scale, multi-agency programmes, acting as SRO where required. * Develop and implement enterprise-wide data strategy, governance and ethical frameworks. * Ensure secure, resilient and scalable digital infrastructure and cyber security practices. * Provide leadership across public sector partners to enable integrated service delivery. * Lead and develop a high-performing, multidisciplinary team. * Manage supplier relationships and ensure strong commercial outcomes. Essential Requirements (Public Sector Experience Mandatory) * Extensive senior-level experience (CIO/CTO/CDIO) within the public sector (local government strongly preferred). * Proven track record of delivering digital, data and technology transformation in a government or public service environment. * Strong understanding of public sector governance, political landscapes and multi-agency working. * Experience working with elected members, senior officers and external public bodies. * Deep knowledge of data governance, cyber security, enterprise architecture and emerging technologies. * Strong commercial acumen with experience managing large budgets and contracts. About You * A credible and influential leader, confident operating at executive and political levels. * Experienced in leading large teams and driving cultural and organisational change. * Strategic thinker with a hands-on, delivery-focused approach. * Excellent communicator, able to translate complex technical concepts into clear insights. Why Apply? * Lead high-profile digital transformation within a major local authority * Influence strategy at a system-wide and national level * Play a key role in shaping the future of public sector digital services