Deputy Director Digital, Data & Evidence - 31387
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Job Description
With the climate and biodiversity crisis, weather extremes, and challenges to water quality and supply, the Environment Agency’s (EA) work is more critical than ever. This is an exciting and important time to be a Deputy Director within our Flood Risk Directorate (FCRM).
We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic leader to head our Digital, Data, and Evidence (DDE) team, delivering essential technical services including:
* Digital services to help the public understand flood risk
* Digital services supporting EA's asset management
* Flood risk modelling and hydrology supporting services that enable better understanding, asset management, and incident response
* Data management and improvements for FCRM
You will set the strategic direction for service design and delivery, aligning with EA and Defra standards. You will influence strategy, lead strategic change initiatives, and represent FCRM on EA's Transformation Delivery group.
The DDE team is newly established, and you will play a key role in embedding recent changes, setting vision, developing service plans, and building a high-performing team.
Responding to flood or environmental incidents is a core part of this role. You will be expected to take on an incident response role, with training and support provided, including potential additional payments and flexible working arrangements.
You will report to the Director of Innovation, Systems and Services (ISS) within FCRM, overseeing a team of 120 multidisciplinary specialists across England. The team was formed in February 2025 following a restructure.
You will have eight direct reports (seven managers and one PA).
Experience and Skills Required
Essential:
* Experience managing digital, data, or evidence-based services
* Leadership of large, multidisciplinary teams delivering services to diverse customers
* Strategic planning and service alignment skills
* Effective communication within complex organizations, including technical audiences
* Influencing senior leaders and colleagues
* Team development and leading through change
* Creating inclusive, trusting cultures
* Budget management experience
* Proven success in managing complex projects or portfolios
* Strategic decision-making skills balancing risk and reward
Desirable:
* Relevant qualifications or professional accreditation
* Knowledge of Agile digital product development practices
Additional Information
You can be based at any EA office with home working options. Some travel (mainly to London, Birmingham, Bristol) will be required, with planned arrangements.
For more info, contact: paige.stevenson@environment-agency.gov.uk
Closing date: 27 July 2025
Assessment in London on 20-21 August 2025. Virtual briefing on 18 July 2024, 10-11am. Email for invite.
Note: The Environment Agency is not part of HM Civil Service and employment terms differ. We value diversity and encourage flexible working. We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria.
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