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The successful candidate will operate comfortably at both strategic and technical levels, working directly with architects, engineers and platform specialists to challenge designs, technology choices and delivery approaches. They will lead multidisciplinary teams and ensure solutions are technically robust, secure, scalable, commercially viable and aligned to client and business outcomes.\nJob title:\nTechnical Delivery DirectorJob Description:\n*MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR SC CLEARNACE*\nWhat you'll be doing:\nTechnology Leadership & Technical Delivery\nOwn end-to-end technology delivery across complex programmes and services, from mobilization, discovery and solution design through implementation, transition and live operation.\nProvide hands-on technical leadership, working with architects, engineers and specialists to review and challenge solution designs, technology choices and delivery approaches.\nMaintain sufficient technical depth to identify design weaknesses, delivery risks and operational issues before they affect outcomes.\nEnsure solutions address scalability, resilience, security, performance, interoperability, operability, maintainability and cost.\nDrive resolution of complex technical issues, 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risk, commercial value and long-term sustainability.\nClient & Senior Stakeholder Leadership\nAct as a trusted senior technology partner to clients and internal leaders, translating complex technical matters into clear business, operational and commercial implications.\nEngage credibly with CIOs, CTOs, enterprise architects and business executives, as well as senior representatives from strategic technology partners.\nConstructively challenge client and stakeholder assumptions where proposed requirements or solutions could create unnecessary cost, risk, complexity or technical debt.\nPresent credible alternatives supported by evidence, technical reasoning and a clear understanding of desired business outcomes.\nCreate alignment across technology, operations, commercial and business stakeholders where priorities or viewpoints conflict.\nBe an excellent communicator that drives decisions and outcomes.\nDelivery, Risk & Governance\nTake accountability for delivery outcomes, quality, timelines, dependencies, risks and commercial commitments.\nEstablish proportionate technology governance that supports pace and control without unnecessary bureaucracy.\nProactively identify technical, operational, security and delivery risks and ensure effective mitigation and escalation.\nProvide clear, evidence-based reporting to senior leadership and clients.\nDrive continuous improvement across engineering quality, delivery practices and technology operations.\nWhat we're looking for:\nEssential Experience:\nSignificant senior-level experience delivering large-scale, complex enterprise technology solutions or services.\nA strong technical background with evidence of remaining hands-on and technically engaged while operating in a senior leadership role.\nDemonstrable experience working with major platforms and ecosystems such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Salesforce, Snowflake and ServiceNow.\nExperience engaging directly with hyperscalers, software vendors, strategic partners and 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expected. \nArchitecture, cloud, platform, security, Agile or service-management certifications are advantageous where supported by demonstrable delivery experience. Examples may include AWS, Microsoft Azure, Salesforce, ServiceNow, TOGAF, ITIL or recognised Agile/DevOps certifications.\nLeadership Profile:\nA technologist first, not solely a programme or delivery manager.\nAble to move seamlessly between detailed design discussions and executive-level client conversations.\nConfident to challenge senior stakeholders while remaining constructive, evidence-led and collaborative.\nCombines technical depth, commercial judgement, people leadership and client credibility.\nHow this aligns to our Capita's values:\nCustomer First, always: Builds trusted client partnerships and delivers secure, scalable and commercially sound technology solutions that are driven by customer needs and measurable business outcomes.\nFearless Innovation: Challenges conventional thinking and uses evolving technologies, cloud platforms and engineering practices to simplify solutions, reduce technical debt and continuously improve delivery.\nAchieve Together: Brings together multidisciplinary teams, clients, technology partners and senior stakeholders to solve complex problems collaboratively and deliver shared outcomes.\nEveryone is Valued: Creates an inclusive environment where people are empowered to contribute, challenge assumptions, develop their capabilities and take ownership of technology decisions and outcomes.\nCustomer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valued\nJoin Capita - Where Innovation Meets Opportunity\nCapita is a dynamic leader in consulting and digital services, helping some of the UK’s most recognized organizations transform and thrive. We use cutting-edge technology and fearless innovation to create smarter, more efficient solutions that make a real difference. Our work spans diverse sectors-government, healthcare, education, and finance-offering you the chance to contribute to projects that impact millions of lives. At Capita, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values creativity, growth, and inclusion.\nWe’re committed to your development and success, providing opportunities to learn, progress, and shape better outcomes for customers and communities. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career, Capita is the place for you. Check out our websitewww.capita.com\nWhat's in it for you?\nA competitive basic salary\n23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave\nThe opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice\nCompany matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks...and plenty more\nVoluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle - from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform\nWhat we hope you’ll do next:\nChoose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.\nWe are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. 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