Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting our Central Government client who are seeking a Chief of Staff on an initial 6 month contract. The role will be located in Glasgow (hybrid working)
Core Requirements
* Eligible for SC Clearance and DV Clearance (or currently valid and transferrable).
* Proven experience working within IT, digital services, or technology consulting organisations.
* Background supporting or coordinating delivery for 3rd-party suppliers into UK Central Government or Defence.
* Strong understanding of public sector operating models, procurement frameworks (e.g., G-Cloud, DOS, JSPs), and delivery assurance environments.
* Scotland Based/willing to be based in Scotland for the duration of the assignment
Role Experience / Capability
1. Prior experience in a Chief of Staff, Business Manager, Programme Office Lead, Delivery Support, or Strategic Operations role in a technology-focused organisation.
2. Ability to act as a senior advisor, ensuring alignment between C-suite/executive priorities and operational activity.
3. Strong organisational, planning, and governance skills - able to drive cadence, reporting, risk/issue management, and decision-making frameworks.
4. Experience working in or alongside Defence/Central Government/policing Digital/IT transformation programmes, or secure environments.
5. Comfor...