Digital Solutions Manager

The Opportunity:

Leonardo is looking to recruit a Digital Solutions Manager to join a specialised team within the Digital Solutions department, they are responsible for establishing a culture of best practise, coaching and mentoring the team to adopt a DevSecOps approach to delivery.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 7,000 are based in the UK.

Working at a UK level the Digital Solutions Manager will act as an ambassador developing experts within the professional / technical discipline

The Digital Solutions Manager will lead, in their area of expertise, across functions in support of strategic business plans. Facilitating relationships and working to grow the Digital Solutions function across a wide range of products and capabilities.

They will provide a substantial contribution to the resolution of complex business / technical issues and problems

They will develop strong internal/external relationships in support of the business objectives globally at Leonardo

What you will do:

Lead the provision of expert advice to drive the business in the delivery of current and future business objectives in line with internal and external compliance

Manages, motivates and develops the function, ensuring members effectively prioritise work and time to deliver solutions meeting Service Level Agreements

Propose annual budgets and periodic forecasts undertaking detailed resource, material and cost planning, reviewing and investigating differences between budget and actual

Influence and negotiate with key project stakeholders, using data and analysis to support reasoning

Lead projects from design to completion to achieve required business outputs, obtaining acceptance for all deliverables from the business

Build relationship with vendors to encourage one Leonardo approach

Ensure department procedures and guidelines are appropriately followed by team members

Ensure adherence to locally defined standards for all developed Business solutions

What we are looking for:

As a Digital Solutions Manager you will have experience in an IT Management role with:

•With a keen interest in modern delivery models, you'll be able to motivate and lead project teams of IT professionals and expert business users

•Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences

•Able to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues

•Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders from different departments, aligning IT strategies with business goals

•Experience in managing relationships with IT vendors and suppliers

•Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed decisions

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance.  For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity)
• Lifestyle:  Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below 

For a full list of our company benefits please our website here.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location:

GB - Basildon

Additional Locations:

GB - Bristol Building, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Southampton, GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type:

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid