Systems Development Lead

This role is a strategic, senior-level post responsible for the design, integration, and continuous improvement of the GPA's digital workplace. You will manage the complete Systems Development Life Cycle. You will ensure that every platform integration and innovation from AI to low-code solutions is aligned with the vision for a smart, secure, and resilient workplace. You will lead a team, driving a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence.

Client Details

The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, withmore than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 55% of the government's office estate.

They are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. And they are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join the team.

Representing the best covenant in the UK - His Majesty's Government - they are leading transformational programmes such as the Government Hubs, Whitehall Campus and Net Zero Programme(s), as well as delivering modern, cost-effective real estate service solutions.

Innovation and progress are at the heart of their behaviours. They foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged. And are dedicated to becoming a leading, inclusive employer both in the external market and throughout the Civil Service.

A strong emphasis on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion(EDI) is not just about driving inclusion across the organisation, it is also about ensuring their services meet the needs of government and the civil servants who use their spaces.

Join a dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. The GPA are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape a future direction.

Description

Transforming the Digital Workplace of the Future

Imagine a digital ecosystem where innovation, intelligent integration and automation converge to redefine the workplace. The Corporate Systems Digital Team is on a mission to deliver a next-generation digital workplace experience.

They are leveraging advanced technologies such as AI, BIM, Digital Twins, IoT, Smart Buildings, and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and embedding and integrating it within core digital platforms such as Salesforce, ServiceNow, Planon IWMS, Dynamics 365 Business Central, Microsoft 365 etc.

In addition, the GPA are championing low-code/no-code solution development using Power Apps and Power Platforms to rapidly build and deploy business solutions.

With a robust Data Integration Layer (DIL) in place, this role will drive the discovery, pilot, and rollout of Agentic AI initiatives while implementing a comprehensive 5-year strategy and roadmap for all major platforms.

Their agile, user-centered approach ensures that every innovation enhances operational efficiency and transforms the employee and customer experience.

Person Specification & Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Agile Delivery
• Platform Integration and Interoperability
• Innovation, Automation & Emerging Technologies
• User-Centered Design and Product-Centric Development
• Documentation, Compliance, and Governance
• Team Leadership and Line Management
• Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence
• System Performance Monitoring

Profile

Essential Criteria

Technical Expertise :

• Agile and SDLC Proficiency
• User Experience and Accessibility
• Leadership & Management of Technology Teams

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of Government Standards and Frameworks (DDaT)
• Data Analytics & BI Experience
• A strong grasp of DevOps and Continuous Improvement (CI)

Successful Candidates will be required to complete security vetting, to SC Level. (Security Check). For more info please see the Civil Service Vetting Charter.

The Selection Process

Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Working Together
• Seeing the Big Picture
• Changing and Improving
• Delivering at Pace

Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Customer Perspective
• Commercial Accumen
• Property Market Knowledge
• Innovation

Recruitment Timeline

• Application Closing Date : Friday 19th September 2025
• CV Sifting : w/c 22nd September 2025
• Interviews to be held w/c 6th October 2025

A note from the Government Property Agency:

"This vacancy is using Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths and Technical skills. We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the communities and wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and well-being and aim to create a sense of belonging in a workplace where everyone feels valued. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy.

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme
for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative.
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction.

Please note - At this time GPA are unable to offer any Visa Sponsorship to candidates as we do not currently hold a visa sponsorship licence. Please do not apply for permanent roles with GPA if you will require your employer to take on the sponsorship of your current or any future visas."

Job Offer

• A competitive salary of £56,500 to £62,554 per annum.
• 29.7% Civil Service Pension for long-term financial security.
• Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance. Up to 2 days per week in office.
• Opportunities to work on impactful, technology-driven projects within the public sector.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment across the department