Technology Innovation Consultant - DEFRA - G7
Warrington, Cheshire, United Kingdom
Manchester Digital
Responsibilities • Continuously scan Defra's business environment and technology market for disruptive trends that could transform operations. • Develop thought leadership materials such as reports and explainer videos to promote strategic and policy-driven technology adoption. • Lead the delivery of proof-of-concepts, pilots, and proof-of-value initiatives, securing executive sponsorship and reporting findings to business leaders. • Work with … teams to shape business models and roadmaps that incorporate emerging technology trends. • Engage with key technology suppliers and vendors at senior levels to explore partnership and innovation opportunities. • Build strategic relationships with academia, innovation centres, and government-backed initiatives, driving collaborative IT-enabled innovation projects. • Champion and lead the Defra Innovation Network, fostering knowledge exchange and ideation within the … processes and associated tools. Skills & Experience • Knowledge of emerging technologies, global market trends, and the IT landscape, with the ability to assess their business impact. • Understanding of Defra's strategic drivers, policies, and IT strategies, ensuring technology trends align with business needs. • Ability to lead technology-enabled business transformation, from ideation to pilot implementation, delivering clear recommendations. • Experience in More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: GBP Annual
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