Head of Digital Identity

Job Title: Head of Digital Identity

Location: London / Hybrid

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Role Overview:

Digital identity is crucial for building trust in the digital economy, reducing fraud, and supporting innovation across various sectors. the organisation leads industry efforts to promote secure, inclusive, and interoperable digital identity solutions in the UK, working closely with policymakers. A key part of this work is advocating for the UK Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework, which sets essential standards to boost market growth and widespread adoption.

At a time when industries are looking to harness the opportunities offered by digital identity technologies, and the UK government is preparing to consult on the next steps of a national digital ID, it has never been more critical for the UK to get market development right. The successful candidate will lead engagement initiatives to promote the UK's digital identity sector, including organising events, roundtables, and providing thought leadership. This role also involves advocating for digital identity policy, guiding regulatory discussions, and convening industry leaders through the organisation's Digital Identity Working Group to influence government and drive industry growth.

This high-profile role would see you become an industry expert on digital ID policy, where you will be working at a senior level of policy development, representing members in stakeholder meetings. You will need experience of building close relationships with relevant bodies and key stakeholders, with the ability to react quickly to shifting policy developments and the changing needs of this thriving industry.

Market development is vital to the programme's success and requires engagement with end user industries like financial services, fraud, transport and more. A strong grasp of the UK Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework is essential for understanding its scope. Increasingly, the role also involves how international digital ID systems work together through events, roundtables, and thought leadership. the organisation seeks someone with solid policy and programme experience who can manage sector-wide needs in a fast-paced environment, proactively working with members to shape early debates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programme Leadership: Lead the development and delivery of the organisation's digital ID programme, including events, roundtables, workshops and other thought-leadership opportunities that present a co-ordinated approach to addressing member priorities and policy change.
• Policy & Advocacy: Shape and promote effective, inclusive digital identity policy positions in the UK, collaborating with government, regulators, industry partners and civil society.
• Member Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with organisation members, including the digital identity working group, to drive insights, participation and co-creation of digital ID initiatives.
• Campaigns & Communications: Lead high-impact campaigns, events, thought leadership and other communication opportunities to raise awareness of digital identity opportunities and strategic priorities.
• Industry expertise: Act as a trusted partner to policymakers, regulatory bodies and government departments working on digital identity.

Essential Knowledge and Experience

• Proven Policy Leadership: Strong track record of leading complex policy, advocacy or technology programmes, preferably in digital identity, digital inclusion, cybersecurity or financial services.
• Sector Expertise: Deep understanding of digital identity markets, including ability to navigate the different parts of the digital ID policy landscape, including the Trust Framework and the Data (Use and Access) Act, The GOV . UK Wallet, and the proposed national digital ID scheme
• Stakeholder Relationships: Experience building and maintaining high-level engagement across government, industry and civil society stakeholders.
• Communication & Influence: Excellent communicator with public speaking experience, able to shape narratives and influence diverse audiences through clear, compelling messaging.
• Programme and Event Delivery: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deliver results and lead cross-functional work. This includes flagship activity in the digital ID programme such as the Digital ID Summit and campaign week.
• Team Collaboration: A collaborative and inclusive leadership style that supports team members, external partners and an engaged membership base. This role will intersect with different programmes including financial services, fraud and smart data. As such, collaboration is a must.

Additional Information:

This is a full time role based out of the organisation's London offices, however the organisation operates a flexible working policy.

This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances.

The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment.

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Candidates with experience of: Public Affairs, Policy Manager, Senior Policy Manager, Local Council Policy Manager, Public Sector Programme Management, Digital Identity Programme Manager may also be considered for this role.