Senior Digital & Product Transformation Lead

Walsall Conservatives Group; Walsall; On-site; GBP 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Walsall seeks an Assistant Director (Digital & Product) to spearhead digital transformation. This role involves leading digital services and product innovation, driving agile practices, and managing diverse teams to achieve strategic goals. Candidates should have a strong background in digital product management, solid project management qualifications, and experience with AI technologies. A competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered, including a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Defined benefit pension scheme

Health cash plan

Shopping and leisure discounts

Qualifications

• Recognised programme/project management qualification or extensive experience managing complex digital portfolios.
• Experience with Agile/SCRUM, DevOps, UX/UI, MVP, and customer-centred design.
• Proven track record in leading digital and technology functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior leadership across digital services and product delivery.
• Own and drive the digital, product, and platform roadmap.
• Champion agile product management across teams.
• Oversee cyber risk management and ensure secure digital services.

Skills

Programme/project management qualification

Agile delivery qualification

Software development practices

Digital product lifecycle management

Commercial and financial acumen

Influencing senior stakeholders

Excellent communication skills

Coaching and leading teams

Using data and insights

Knowledge of AI and automation

Job description

A community-focused organization in Walsall seeks an Assistant Director (Digital & Product) to spearhead digital transformation. This role involves leading digital services and product innovation, driving agile practices, and managing diverse teams to achieve strategic goals. Candidates should have a strong background in digital product management, solid project management qualifications, and experience with AI technologies. A competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered, including a focus on work-life balance.