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UK Treasury struggles to attract top tech talent with low CTO salary

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The UK Treasury is seeking a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with a salary of £77,000, a figure that is reportedly too low to attract top-tier tech talent. This salary is significantly lower than what comparable roles command in the private sector, raising concerns about the government's ability to secure experienced leadership for its technology initiatives. The role involves significant responsibilities, including overseeing the Treasury's technology strategy and implementation. AI

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UK Treasury struggles to attract top tech talent with low CTO salary

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  1. The Register — AI TIER_1 English(EN) ·

    UK Treasury hunts CTO on salary that may not compute for top tech talent

    The pension may be cushy, but the looming headaches for £77K are not

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