Senior Delivery Manager - Digital Transformation Government

Job Title: Senior Delivery Manager - Digital & Innovation

Location: Central London (Hybrid - Minimum 1-2 days in the office per week)

Contract: 3-Month Rolling Contract

Rate: £549 per day (Inside IR35)

About the Client:

Our client is a forward-thinking Local Government body in Central London committed to driving digital transformation and enhancing public-facing services. They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of key digital and innovation elements within the "Report It" programme.

The Role:

As Senior Delivery Manager, you will be responsible for delivering critical aspects of the Report It digital programme. You'll collaborate closely with three multi-disciplinary product mission teams composed of experts in data, architecture, IoT, resident experience, research & design, and technology. Working alongside a fellow Senior Delivery Manager, you will ensure seamless programme delivery through exceptional team management, clear communication, and a well-defined service design and data analysis pipeline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of customer-facing digital products in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Ensure effective delivery management across multiple teams following Agile principles.
• Manage and align stakeholders (internal and external) while ensuring project goals are met.
• Drive change management processes and ensure service improvements are delivered.
• Build and maintain a positive, high-performing team culture.
• Report directly to the Head of Delivery and Product (currently being recruited) and matrix-manage with the Chief Customer Experience Officer.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a Senior Delivery Manager, delivering digital products and services.
• Strong background in Agile delivery methods, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated success in change management and service transformation.
• Experience working with Local Government or similar public-sector organisations.
• Previous involvement in large-scale resident-facing transformation programmes.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and drive team performance.

Why Join?

• Work on meaningful digital transformation projects that impact thousands of residents.
• Collaborate with talented, mission-driven teams focused on innovation and public service.
• Gain valuable experience in delivering complex programmes within Local Government.

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about digital delivery and want to play a key role in driving service innovation in Local Government, apply now through Salt Recruitment's Local Government team. Join us and help transform public-facing services in Central London.

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements