Transformation and Improvement Lead - Digital, Data & Technology

The role*Please note this role is only open to current employees of Warrington Borough Council*We are creating a new Transformation and Improvement Team to drive fundamental change across the organisation. As a Transformation and Improvement Lead, you will play a critical role in reshaping how the council operates and delivers services for residents.You will lead the Digital, Data and Technology workstream, acting as a central link between corporate leadership and frontline services. You will help turn strategic ambition into practical, deliverable change. Working closely with elected members, senior officers, partners and colleagues across the council, you will support strong programme governance, manage risks and dependencies and maintain focus on outcomes. You will also contribute to shaping the council’s wider policy and strategic framework as Warrington builds the foundations for long term stability and improvement.This role is suited to someone who thrives in complex environments, is motivated by public service improvement and is confident influencing and driving change. If you want to help lead Warrington through recovery and into a stronger future, this is a rare and rewarding opportunity.Have an informal conversationIf you’d like to have an informal chat about this role with Claire Hogan, our Executive Director for Transformation and Improvement or Cath Buckley, our Assistant Director for Improvement and Corporate Policy, please email (email protected)How to applyPlease draft an expression of interest and email this to our recruitment team. The closing date for applications is 25 SeptemberJob detailsSalaryGRADE 12 (57,876 - 60,155) 3.3% pay award pendingClosing date25 September 2026Job documentsFileTransformation and Improvement Lead - Job Description - April 2026 v1.0.pdf (115.86 KB)FileTransformation and Improvement Lead - Person Specification - April 2026 v1.0.pdf (154.64 KB)Location1 Time Square, Warrington, WA1 2NTVacancy typeFull time