Senior Digital Solutions Specialist

Overview

The Cheshire West and Chester Council Digital, Data and Technology (DDAT) department is looking for a Senior Digital Solutions Specialist to lead the safe delivery and embedding of leading-edge digital solutions into day-to-day Council operations. From proof of concept to piloting digital solutions to test their scalability, this role will lead a flexible, delivery resource which will be highly collaborative and focus on delivering digital transformation by breaking down silo thinking in terms of digital and change skillsets (analytical, change, programme and project management) and build a versatile, multi-skilled digital innovation team.

Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive - through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money, and Empowerment.

The role is part of the Digital, Data and Technology (DDAT) department and is a Grade 12 position with a salary band of £54,992 - £62,778 (as of April 2025 pay band figures).

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of digital solution designers and developers, driving a collaborative and integrated approach to break down traditional silo thinking in terms of analysis, change, programme and project management disciplines.
• Work closely with the Digital Innovation Lead on planning and prioritisation of work for the function and be accountable for an agreed digital project portfolio to deliver the Council's digital programme.
• Ensure the safe delivery and embedding of leading-edge digital solutions into council service operations.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, transformation colleagues and commissioning, data insight and user experience teams on the development of solution-led programmes of work - from initial concept and business case development to structured, planned delivery.
• Work within the agreed agile digital innovation delivery frameworks and support the team to utilise these frameworks.
• Support the team in the development of their solution design and development skillsets (UX/UI design, low code development, integration, web design, digital workflow design) and identify opportunities to better align these to anticipated business demands.
• Embed demand and prioritisation processes in the team to ensure digital innovation support is targeted to areas of greatest business need and benefit in the Council.
• Keep abreast of opportunities through horizon scanning for new leading-edge digital solutions, to introduce new capabilities alongside colleagues in the wider business and digital commissioning teams.

Qualifications / Experience

The ideal candidate will have a degree level qualification or equivalent experience in managing innovation, transformation or change activity. We're looking for a dynamic leader with a proven track record in delivering digitally enabled programmes from concept to completion. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders to shape digital strategies, build compelling business cases, and implement practical solutions that drive efficiency and innovation. Your ability to troubleshoot challenges, foster trust in digital transformation, and provide proactive support will be key to evolving how our teams work.

Additional information

For more detailed information on what the role involves and person specification requirements, please review the job profile.

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Closing date for applications: Midnight on 22 February 2026

About the employer

By joining Cheshire West and Chester Council, you will be part of a GOLD Investors in People (IiP) organisation focused on building a stronger future where we all thrive, care for communities and support sustainable development.