Job Purpose This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for the Council’s digital and technology ecosystem, spanning strategy, service delivery, modernisation, security and innovation. The postholder will lead the Council’s journey from digitisation to a digitally‑led, data‑driven and AI‑enabled organisation, ensuring technology is a catalyst for better outcomes, inclusion and value for money. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Corporate Services, the Chief Officer – Digital and Technology is a key member of the extended Corporate Management Team, building strong relationships with elected members, trade unions, employees, community partners and a broad supply chain across public, private and third sectors. Location and Duration Location: Marischal College Duration: Permanent, Full Time Postholder Responsibilities Set the strategic direction for Digital, Data, Technology and AI across the Council Lead AI‑enabled service transformation and intelligent automation to improve outcomes and release capacity Drive modern architecture, platform and cyber resilience decisions that future‑proof the organisation Lead and assure delivery through internal teams and digital partner(s), ensuring measurable benefits and excellent service performance Minimum Qualifications Relevant degree or professional qualification and/or extensive experience related to the role Evidence of continued professional development Desired Competencies Setting and delivering digital and technology strategy in a large, complex organisation Designing and implementing customer‑centric digital services, including end‑to‑end service design across online and offline channels Leading large‑scale transformation portfolios, including governance, benefits realisation and continuous improvement methodologies Building and leading multidisciplinary teams (technology, delivery, architecture, service management, suppliers) and developing talent Managing strategic partnerships, procurement and supplier performance, including delivering through external partners Strong commercial and financial acumen, budget management and value‑for‑money delivery Providing strategic and technical IM&T advice at executive level Risk management and operating confidently in complex governance environments Practical leadership of cyber security and resilience (risk‑based security, DR/BCP, supplier assurance) consistent with existing security responsibilities Experience using data, insight, automation and/or AI to improve customer outcomes and reduce avoidable demand Ability to embed responsible, ethical innovation and strong information governance Equal Opportunity Statement Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. For further information, please see our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Recruitment pack. #J-18808-Ljbffr