About the job

The Senior Sector Specialist (HE) – Digital Transformation role at Jisc is a high-impact strategic position responsible for driving digital transformation across the UK higher education sector by developing and evolving frameworks, maturity models, and sector-wide guidance. The role involves producing high-quality external-facing reports, analysing research insights, shaping strategic development, and contributing expert input during the early stages of consultancy proposals while ensuring alignment with HE sector priorities. You will engage with universities, lead change and improvement programmes, and support institutions in implementing meaningful, sustainable digital transformation. The position requires deep expertise in digital transformation within higher education, strong communication and writing skills, consultancy experience, and the ability to influence and guide senior stakeholders. Jisc offers a hybrid working model across its hubs in London, Bristol, Manchester, and Oxford, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible working, 31 days annual leave, professional development opportunities, wellbeing support, and financial benefits. The company is an active Skilled Worker visa sponsor, meaning eligible candidates can apply for sponsorship, although relocation and visa costs are not reimbursed.