Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c04-cfdc-7384-8697-d9175cd88148/hmrc-aspire-replacement-programme-infrastructure-transformation-director awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # HMRC Aspire Replacement Programme Infrastructure Transformation Director [H M Revenue & Customs](https://tendernation.io/buyers/h-m-revenue-customs) Estimated value £14,000 Published 18 Nov 2016 Deadline Closed 27 Jul 2015 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Executive Search services to assist with sourcing an Infrastructure Transformation Direcotor. Aspire Replacement Programme – Infrastructure Transformation Director – 1 post Location This role can be based in either Telford or London. Relocation costs will not be reimbursed. ### Role Profile To support its customer-centric business strategy and transformation HMRC has created a change portfolio consisting of over a hundred projects and programmes, organised into a number of clusters. The purpose of the role is to lead the transformation of HMRC’s large scale, complex IT infrastructure. The jobholder will need to define and lead the implementation of a cloud based strategy to deliver significant cost reduction and service performance improvement. This is alongside maintaining operational service and continuous delivery of new projects. Working to the Chief Digital Information Officer, this is a very high profile and senior role in HMRC in an area experiencing large-scale change. Key responsibilities will include: • Managing the large scale IT transformation programme • Defining and leading the implementation of a cloud based strategy delivering significant cost reduction and service performance improvement whilst maintaining operational service and the continuous delivery of new projects • Identifying and effectively managing risks, issues and dependencies. • Providing leadership to the Aspire Replacement IT Transformation Team, and to other parts of the portfolio within HMRC and across the department more generally, and wider representation of the portfolio outside HMRC • Working collaboratively with business as usual CDIO leadership whilst achieving buy-in for significant change, and build a relationship with the Government Digital Service and Crown Commercial Service. ### Candidate profile The role requires exceptional leadership skills and the successful candidate should have strong interpersonal and negotiating skills, and be able to lead cross-functional teams, acting as an advocate for change. This is a dynamic and fast-moving programme and the successful candidate will need to be confident in making decisions quickly and effectively. In addition, candidates should also provide evidence of the following:ï‚· Experience of large scale IT platforms and high availability environments Proven experience in transforming large scale complex IT infrastructure Knowledge and practical senior level experience of leading cross-functional teams building consensus throughout the organisation to instigate real change and sustainable value Establishing effective governance with clear roles, accountabilities and responsibilities across their portfolio. Ability to work at pace and under pressure; manage stakeholders and influence line functions for which the post-holder will not have direct accountability Read full description ## CPV classification Recruitment services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e004c701-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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