Chief Digital Officer – NWSSP Legal & Risk Services
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Category: Information Technology
Visa Route: Skilled Worker
Posted On: June 4, 2025
Job Description
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership (NWSSP) is seeking a visionary and strategic Chief Digital Officer (CDO) to lead the digital transformation across NHS Wales. This is a senior leadership role that drives innovation, efficiency, and quality through technology and data.
As the CDO, you will shape and deliver the NWSSP Digital Strategy, aligning with NHS Wales and ministerial priorities. You’ll lead digital teams managing infrastructure, data governance, AI, cybersecurity, and more — modernising services for maximum impact across health and care in Wales.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive Digital Strategy
- Lead digital innovation, transformation, and platform delivery
- Embed data-driven decision-making across services
- Modernise IT infrastructure with cloud, AI, automation
- Foster strong relationships with NHS Wales stakeholders and partners
- Ensure digital governance, security, and compliance
About NWSSP
We are a key partner in supporting NHS Wales through various shared services. At NWSSP, we value:
- Learning and Listening
- Working Together
- Taking Responsibility
- Innovation
Flexible, agile working is part of our culture, with a focus on inclusion, well-being, and continuous improvement.
Learn more: Working for NWSSP
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Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree in ICT or equivalent experience
- Postgraduate management/leadership development
- In-depth knowledge of digital leadership in NHS/public sector
- Proven track record delivering large-scale digital change
- Experience at national, regional, and local digital service delivery levels
Desirable: NHS or public sector experience, Welsh language skills (levels 1–5)
Skills & Attributes
- Compassionate, collaborative, and visible leadership
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to lead in complex and regulated environments
- Commitment to equality, inclusion, and flexible working
Application Information
- Welsh applications are welcome and treated equally
- Living wage top-up: £12.60/hr or £24,638/year (Bands 2 and 3) until 2025/26 pay review
- This role may require a DBS check
- UK or ROI nationals require Skilled Worker or Health & Care Visa sponsorship if not otherwise eligible
Contact for Informal Discussion
Name: Rebecca Nelson
Title: Director of Planning, Performance, and Informatics
Email: rebecca.nelson2@wales.nhs.uk
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