Digital Lead

Elephant & Castle

11 months ago

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Are you ready to lead the digital transformation at UK Power Networks? We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Digital Lead to join our team and drive impactful projects that utilize Artificial Intelligence, automate processes, and build cutting-edge applications.

As the Digital Lead, you will report to the Head of Digital Solutions and Analytics and work within the Safety, Strategy, and Support Services directorate based in our London office. This permanent position offers a competitive salary based on experience, a 10% bonus, and the flexibility of blended working after a six-month probationary period (3 days in the office, 2 remote).

Join a team that is not just traditional but operates like an internal consulting team or a digital start-up. We are close-knit, supportive, dynamic, and big on feedback. Our mandate is to be a supportive, challenging friend to the business, thinking creatively to bring new approaches and methods to some of the industry's biggest problems. You will lead the delivery of our ambitious Artificial Intelligence program, Power App and Power Automate solutions, Netcall low code delivery team, and build up an internal Salesforce capability. You will also mentor a team of business analysts, app developers, and automation engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality and impactful projects.

If you are an experienced Agile leader with a background in software development, automation technologies, programming, and project management, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of our mission to guarantee a safe, reliable, and efficient supply of electricity while allowing the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Benefits:

25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
Occupational Health supportClose Date: 23/03/2025 - For more information and to view the full job description please click apply!

If you have any queries in connection to this vacancy or your application, please contact us at quoting the vacancy reference number and a member of the team will get in touch with you as soon as possible

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