Full job descriptionOverviewWe are seeking an experienced interim Head of Transformation to lead an established transformation function while mobilising and implementing a refreshed transformation programme. This is a senior leadership role focused on driving organisational change, embedding new governance arrangements, and ensuring the successful delivery of strategic priorities.
Key Responsibilities*Lead and manage an existing transformation programme, ensuring continuity of delivery, performance, and benefits realisation.
*Mobilise and implement a refreshed transformation programme, including governance structures, delivery frameworks, and implementation plans.
*Lead and develop the Transformation Unit, ensuring the team has the appropriate structure, capability, and capacity to deliver key priorities.
*Implement outcomes from a planned team restructure, embedding new ways of working and driving operational efficiency.
*Provide strategic advice and reporting to senior leaders and key stakeholders on programme progress, risks, and outcomes.
*Strengthen change management approaches, performance monitoring, and benefits tracking across transformation initiatives.
*Build effective relationships across services and partner organisations to support cross-functional transformation delivery.
Candidate Requirements*Proven experience leading large-scale transformation programmes within local government or similarly complex organisations.
*Strong track record of managing teams, programmes, and budgets, delivering measurable service improvements and organisational outcomes.
*Experience establishing governance arrangements, programme frameworks, and delivery structures from mobilisation through to implementation.
*Ability to operate credibly at a senior level, influencing executive leadership teams and key stakeholders.
*Demonstrable experience leading organisational change, restructuring teams, and embedding continuous improvement.
*Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience working in complex and politically sensitive environments.
*Relevant qualification or equivalent senior-level experience in transformation, programme management, organisational change, or service delivery.
If you would like to be considered for the above role, please apply today and we will be in touch.