Job Opportunity: Leadership and Transformation Specialist
We are seeking an experienced leadership professional to play a pivotal role in driving the success of our Future NHS Workforce Solution.
About the Role
This exciting opportunity is for a seasoned leader who can inspire and motivate teams to achieve strategic objectives. As a key member of our programme team, you will be responsible for leading the optimisation of our current workforce solution and ensuring seamless implementation of future solutions.
You will work closely with senior stakeholders to develop and implement strategies that drive business growth and improve operational efficiency. Your expertise in data analysis and stakeholder engagement will be crucial in informing decision-making and shaping the future direction of our programme.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development and implementation of programme-wide initiatives to optimise our current workforce solution and prepare for future solutions.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and develop strategic plans to address these opportunities.
* Maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure their needs are met and they are engaged in the programme's goals and objectives.
* Develop and manage budgets and resources to support programme delivery and ensure timely completion of projects.
* Provide coaching and guidance to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge and support their career development.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* A proven track record of leadership and programme management experience in a complex environment.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders at all levels.
* Experience working with HR and payroll systems, with a deep understanding of workforce management principles and best practices.
* Certification in project management or a related field, such as PRINCE2 or Agile.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package, including:
* A market-leading salary, commensurate with your experience and qualifications.
* A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and annual leave.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
* The chance to work on a high-profile programme that will make a lasting impact on the NHS.
About Us
We are a dynamic organisation committed to delivering exceptional services to our clients. Our team is passionate about making a difference and we are looking for like-minded individuals to join us on our journey.
If you are a motivated and experienced leader who is passionate about driving transformation and improving operational efficiency, we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Degree in relevant Discipline (e.g. Public Sector Management).
* Project Management Qualification - PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent.
* Master's degree or Postgraduate professional qualification (e.g MCIPD)
* Leadership qualification level 4 or above.
* Certification in Data Analytics or Data Management (e.g., Certified Analytics Professional).
Personal Qualities, Knowledge and Skills
* Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership abilities to manage and mentor a team, ensuring they are aligned with both current system optimisation and the readiness and implementation goals for the future solution.
* Project and Programme Management: Strong skills in operational and programme management, project planning, and implementation, including creating frameworks, readiness assessments, delivery plans and monitoring progress.
* Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship-Building: Proven skills in building relationships and engaging stakeholders at senior executive leadership levels to foster collaboration and ensure shared goals are met.
* Data Analysis and Insight: Expertise in data collection, data quality, and analysis to inform readiness assessment and implementation planning.
* Change Management: Expertise in change management principles and methods, in order to be able to work effectively with the future supplier and influence User Organisations to drive their organisational change journeys, manage resistance, and deliver skill development.
* Communication and Influence: Excellent and adaptable communication skills with the ability to inspire and influence and secure buy-in from senior stakeholders and manage cross-functional relationships.
* Knowledge of Workforce Solutions/ERP Systems: Familiarity with workforce management, HR, or ERP system environments and an understanding of common challenges and best practices in system transition.
* Ability to operate in a complex, dynamic and challenging environment.
* Ability to analyse and plan for emerging changes in the NHS landscape and adapt regional plans to ensure that the different organisation types that make up the NHS are supported in their readiness activities.
* Understanding of continuous improvement and change management methodologies, such as PROSCI, Lean or Six Sigma, to support ongoing optimisation efforts.
Experience
* Demonstrated experience in a leadership role within an operational service delivery, programme management, or change management setting, ideally in technology or workforce solutions.
* Proven track record in managing system implementations and leading teams through significant transitions.
* Experience in stakeholder management and relationship-building at a senior executive level, with a focus on strategic engagement and collaboration.
* Experience with data insight and reporting to support decision-making and inform readiness and implementation strategies.
* Prior experience in supporting the establishment of a new function or programme area within an organisation.
* Experience in an HR, workforce management, or Enterprise Resource Planning/Human Capital Management systems environment.
* Experience working in the NHS or public sector.
* Familiarity with continuous improvement and change management methodologies (e.g., PROSCI Lean, Six Sigma).