Head of Digital and Data

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Felixstowe
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Director
SALARY
£91,609 / year
CATEGORY
Technology
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SKILLS

Digital strategy Data strategy NHS knowledge Service transformation Information governance Team leadership Programme management Stakeholder influence

FULL DESCRIPTION

Head of Digital and Data

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a strategic leader to drive digital and data transformation across Suffolk. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £66,582 - £91,609 per year, with hybrid working based in Walton (Felixstowe), Suffolk.

What is the role?

  • Lead the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s digital and data strategy, ensuring alignment with NHS priorities and supporting service transformation across Suffolk
  • Support member practices with digital innovation and transformation to improve patient outcomes, operational performance and workforce sustainability
  • Oversee and manage the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s digital and data infrastructure, including the mobilisation and delivery of the Suffolk GP IT contract from July 2026
  • Lead system-wide digital and data programmes, working collaboratively with ICB colleagues and wider partners
  • Build and develop a high-performing digital and data team, promoting a strong culture of data quality, information governance and continuous improvement

You’ll join our Central Team and be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a not-for-profit, community interest company supporting Primary Care across Suffolk, delivering NHS services including Podiatry, Ultrasound, and Urgent Care.

Is it for me?

We will work alongside the successful candidate to ensure they are sufficiently inducted. You are most suited if:

  • You are a strategic digital and data leader with experience working across complex health or public sector environments
  • You are confident operating at senior level, influencing Boards and system partners and shaping large-scale transformation programmes
  • You combine technical understanding with strong leadership and a collaborative, values-driven approach
  • You are committed to improving services, outcomes and equity through the effective use of digital and data

Contract and Benefits

  • Full-time, permanent (37.5 hours per week, predominantly Monday – Friday)
  • Primary location: Walton (Felixstowe), Suffolk (with system-wide working)
  • Salary: Band 8b/8c equivalent, depending on experience
  • Flexible working ethos, cycle to work scheme, death in service cover, 27 days holiday rising to 29, Blue Light Card

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a DBS check will be required.

How to Apply

Interested? Please contact David Pannell, CEO, at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or view the full job description.

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