Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 13 Mawrth 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £50,001.00 i £110,000.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Leader 5 (SCP 1 - 4) £95,878 -£108,164 |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 07 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Sunderland, SR1 3AA |
| Cwmni: | Sunderland City Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 293379 |
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As a recognised leader in Smart City innovation, Sunderland City Council is at the forefront of using advanced technology to enrich the lives of residents, accelerate economic growth, and create a smarter, more connected future for all. Our award-winning smart city programme is driving bold transformation across digital infrastructure, data innovation, and technology-enabled public services, leaving no one and nowhere behind.
An exciting opportunity has now arisen to join our Smart City and ICT leadership team. We are seeking a forward-thinking, visionary leader to help continue Sunderlandandrsquo;s ambitions as one of the UKandrsquo;s leading smart cities. This is a pivotal senior role shaping the next phase of our digital transformation journey.
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Role Summary andndash; Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT
The Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT will play a central role in driving the cityand#39;s evolution into a digitally enabled, data-driven, and future-ready place. Reporting to the Director of Smart Cities andamp; Enabling Services, the postholder will provide strategic leadership across major areas of digital transformation, smart city innovation, and ICT service delivery.
You will lead major programmes of citywide investment in next-generation digital infrastructure, smart technologies, and innovative data solutions that deliver tangible benefits for residents, businesses, and communities. This includes shaping and delivering the Smart City strategy, overseeing large-scale technology deployments, and managing strategic partnershipsandmdash;including the Smart City Joint Ventureandmdash;to maximise investment and impact.
The role also carries responsibility for the councilandrsquo;s ICT service, providing senior leadership and strategic direction to ensure our technology environment is modern, resilient, secure, and aligned with organisational priorities. You will oversee ICT operations, cyber security, architecture, service delivery, business assurance, and City Alarm andamp; Emergency Control, ensuring the council is equipped with robust, high-performing systems and services.
As a senior corporate leader, you will contribute proactively to the councilandrsquo;s strategic direction, inspire high-performing teams, drive innovation, and represent Sunderland at regional, national, and international forums relating to digital transformation and smart cities.
This is a high-impact leadership role for an individual with strong strategic capability, deep digital and ICT expertise, and a passion for transforming places through technology. Candidates should bring extensive senior-level experience, a track record of delivering major ICT or smart city programmes, and the ability to build strong partnerships across sectors.
Shortlisting will be concluded on Thursday 7th April, 2026 and the assessment centreandnbsp;will take place on Thursday 23rd April 2026.andnbsp;
Applications should be made on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil. For further assistance contact Customer Enabling Services by email: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
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Please note that CVs are not accepted.
Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered online with North East Jobs, including your invitation to any online assessment you are required to undertake and your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk mail items.
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An exciting opportunity has now arisen to join our Smart City and ICT leadership team. We are seeking a forward-thinking, visionary leader to help continue Sunderlandandrsquo;s ambitions as one of the UKandrsquo;s leading smart cities. This is a pivotal senior role shaping the next phase of our digital transformation journey.
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Role Summary andndash; Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT
The Assistant Director of Smart Cities and ICT will play a central role in driving the cityand#39;s evolution into a digitally enabled, data-driven, and future-ready place. Reporting to the Director of Smart Cities andamp; Enabling Services, the postholder will provide strategic leadership across major areas of digital transformation, smart city innovation, and ICT service delivery.
You will lead major programmes of citywide investment in next-generation digital infrastructure, smart technologies, and innovative data solutions that deliver tangible benefits for residents, businesses, and communities. This includes shaping and delivering the Smart City strategy, overseeing large-scale technology deployments, and managing strategic partnershipsandmdash;including the Smart City Joint Ventureandmdash;to maximise investment and impact.
The role also carries responsibility for the councilandrsquo;s ICT service, providing senior leadership and strategic direction to ensure our technology environment is modern, resilient, secure, and aligned with organisational priorities. You will oversee ICT operations, cyber security, architecture, service delivery, business assurance, and City Alarm andamp; Emergency Control, ensuring the council is equipped with robust, high-performing systems and services.
As a senior corporate leader, you will contribute proactively to the councilandrsquo;s strategic direction, inspire high-performing teams, drive innovation, and represent Sunderland at regional, national, and international forums relating to digital transformation and smart cities.
This is a high-impact leadership role for an individual with strong strategic capability, deep digital and ICT expertise, and a passion for transforming places through technology. Candidates should bring extensive senior-level experience, a track record of delivering major ICT or smart city programmes, and the ability to build strong partnerships across sectors.
Shortlisting will be concluded on Thursday 7th April, 2026 and the assessment centreandnbsp;will take place on Thursday 23rd April 2026.andnbsp;
Applications should be made on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil. For further assistance contact Customer Enabling Services by email: jobs@sunderland.gov.uk
andnbsp;
Please note that CVs are not accepted.
Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered online with North East Jobs, including your invitation to any online assessment you are required to undertake and your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email inbox after the closing date for notifications as you may not be notified by any other means. Please remember to check your junk mail items.
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