Technology & Data Lead

Across our audit functions, you will lead one of several technical project teams, delivering, and contributing to the development of the strategic direction of the NAO's technology used for supporting audit. You will work with system owners to support determining the systems and operating model under BAU, and other key business partners to ensure operational success of technology systems which have successfully transitioned to BAU. At this role level, you will:

• Act as a technical product owner, developing medium to long term strategies for
product lines
• Provide technical leadership and guidance through coaching and mentoring and
overseeing the delivery of NAO service line digital systems & services by internal and external teams
• Overseeing the development of end-to-end architecture and technical designs
(solution, technical, and data) of NAO digital products used by the service lines, aligning with the NAO Digital Plan, corporate technology roadmaps and business development plans.
• Engage with a variety of senior stakeholders, ensuring that technology and
architectural roadmaps align with and support organisational strategic goals.
• Lead the sharing of knowledge and good practice
This role reports into the Head of Audit Technology and will lead a team of around 5 internal colleagues (subject to change) and external suppliers (as required). This role requires regular attendance at the NAO's office either in Victoria, London, or at the office in Newcastle.

he National Audit Office (NAO) is the UK's main public sector audit body. Independent of government, we have responsibility for auditing the accounts of various public sector bodies, examining the propriety of government spending, assessing risks to financial control and accountability, and reviewing the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of programmes, projects, and activities. We report directly to Parliament, through the Committee of Public Accounts of the House of Commons which uses our reports as the basis of its own investigations. We employ approx. 1,000 people, most of whom are qualified accountants, trainees, or technicians. The organisation comprises two service lines: financial audit, and value for money (VFM) audit and has a strong core of highly talented corporate teams. The NAO welcomes applications from everyone. We value diversity in all its forms and the difference it makes to our organisation. By removing barriers and creating an inclusive culture all our people can develop and maximise their full potential. As members of the Business Disability Forum and the Disability Confident Scheme we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. The NAO supports flexible working and is happy to discuss this with you at application stage. Context and main purpose of the job: Introduction: The Technology and Data lead is a newly created role within the NAO's Digital Services (DS) function. With responsibility for leading the technology and cloud environment elements of digital products utilised by the NAO's service lines and for overseeing the strategic and governance aspects of the NAO's data platforms and tools. This role undertakes a crucial role in the digital development of the NAO, leading the technology and data practices focusing on the organisation's two service lines.