Job Description

Digital Transformation Lead

52,929

Welwyn Garden City

Permanent, Full time

Staff Grade 6

Drive the projects of the future and join us as a Digital Specialist to lead transformative, national-scale digital change whilst enjoying great work-life balance, a sector-leading benefits package and making a meaningful impact on the environment along the way.

About the role

We are seeking a technically skilled and strategically minded professional to lead digital transformation initiatives that support our mission to protect and enhance the environment. You'll play a critical role in modernising legacy systems and embedding secure, sustainable, user-focused technologies.

Working with partners in Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS), you'll be the "intelligent client," translating business needs into technical delivery and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Key responsibilities

Lead the transformation of outdated IT systems to secure, scalable platforms. Guide technical design and vendor selection for major digital projects. Manage cyber security risk and system resilience. Ensure delivery partners meet technical standards and user needs. Shape and support digital investment planning and business cases.

About the team

You'll join the Technology Governance - Digital and IT team, part of our Strategy, Transformation and Assurance department. Our mission is to enable the Environment Agency's strategic goals through the smart use of technology and data.

What we're looking for

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Proven experience in technical consulting, software engineering, or IT system implementation within large or complex organisations. Project management expertise in delivering complex digital initiatives. Strong knowledge of cyber security risk and IT governance. The ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders. Experience acting as an intelligent client with suppliers and internal teams. A strong interest in environmental sustainability and the mission of the Environment Agency.

What is in it for you:

You will benefit from a culture that embraces difference and is inclusive where you will feel supported and trusted to do the right thing. We will invest in you and allow you to grow and shape your career. What is more, you will have access to our great benefits package including:

Our benefits:

Salary up to 52,929 A generous Pension contribution at 19% (in addition to your salary!). 27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays. 2 additional days for environmental outcomes - paid volunteering time. Flexible and hybrid working - we embrace remote-first where possible. Generous public sector pension. Overtime/standby pay for incident work. Strong internal development and progression. Inclusive and supportive culture.
If you're looking for purpose, impact, and digital leadership opportunities - this role is for you!

Additional information

Contractual base: please note that your current location in England will not hinder your application choices as we'd be happy for you to be aligned to any of the Environment Agency offices. Flexible and remote-first working supported. Some national travel expected.
As an organisation we strive to reflect the communities we serve, to achieve this we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, sexual orientation, and religion.

Application guidance

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn. More information can be found on the Civil Service careers website.

Apply now and embark on a rewarding and fulfilling career journey with the Environment Agency.

Closing date for applications: Monday 11th August 2025.

Interview dates: w/c 8th September 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 52,929.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Paid volunteer time
Reference ID: EA/1411324