Assistant Organisation Design and Transformation Practitioner

West Midlands Combined Authority; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Healthcare plans

Gym membership discounts

Bike purchase scheme

Volunteer leave

Costco membership

Job summary

West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking a data-driven Organisation Design Analyst to lead diagnostics, option development and reporting for OD reviews and transformation.

You will transform workforce data into actionable insight, build dashboards, and work across People & Culture, PMO, Finance and Governance to inform senior decision-making. This role is based in Birmingham with hybrid office attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience of data collection, analysis and reporting within an HR, OD, people analytics or related environment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insight.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist organisation design analysis, modelling and option development to support complex OD reviews, design sprints and transformation activity.
• Translate diagnostic data, workforce information, workshop outputs and design hypotheses into clear organisational options covering structures, roles, spans and layers, reporting lines, capability, cost and workforce implications.
• Produce comparative option analysis, insight packs and business case materials for senior stakeholders and boards.
• Conduct whole-system OD diagnostics using qualitative and quantitative data to assess structures, management ratios and capability.
• Maintain and improve organisation design data, dashboards and reporting processes for governance and compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data collection

Reporting

Education

Level 5 qualification in data analytics or related

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Statistical software

Job description

The West Midlands Combined Authority is continuing to evolve as an organisation, building the capability, culture and ways of working needed to deliver for the region. Our People & Culture Strategy is focused on making WMCA the best place to work and belong, creating an environment where people feel valued, supported and able to contribute their best.

What you'll be doing.

• Provide specialist organisation design analysis, modelling and option development to support complex OD reviews, design sprints and transformation activity.
• Translate diagnostic data, workforce information, workshop outputs and design hypotheses into clear organisational options covering structures, roles, spans and layers, reporting lines, capability, cost and workforce implications.
• Produce comparative option analysis, insight packs and business case materials, clearly setting out strengths, risks, trade-offs and recommendations for senior stakeholders, the Organisation Design Panel and Executive Board.
• Conduct whole-system OD diagnostics using qualitative and quantitative data to assess areas including organisational structures, management ratios, grade mix, role clarity, capability, culture, processes and ways of working.
• Work iteratively with OD Practitioners and colleagues across People & Culture, PMO, Finance, Tech & Insight and Governance to develop, test and refine organisational design options.
• Provide accurate and timely data, analysis and insight to support OD and Transformation reviews, change assessments, demand forecasting and forward planning.
• Maintain and improve Organisation Design and Transformation data, dashboards, analytical tools and reporting processes, supporting strong governance and compliance with agreed Organisation Design Principles.
• Support value for money by analysing and reporting on costs, benefits, workforce impacts and transformation outcomes.

What's essential.

• Experience of data collection, analysis and reporting within an HR, OD, people analytics or related environment, with strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insight.
• Experience of supporting organisation design initiatives and delivering organisational diagnostics, research, surveys or assessments within a complex organisational environment.
• Experience of producing clear, insight-driven reports, dashboards and data visualisations for senior and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, with proficiency in tools such as Excel, Power BI, statistical software or similar.
• Knowledge of organisation design research and diagnostic methods, including benchmarking, survey design and organisational assessment techniques.
• Understanding of Organisation Design, Organisation Development and Change Management concepts and methods.
• Experience of working collaboratively within programme, project-based or matrix environments, managing multiple teams and priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a strong commitment to data accuracy, integrity, information governance and data protection requirements.
• Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline, such as data analytics, business analysis, HR, social sciences or organisational psychology.

Location.

The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane, Birmingham, B19 3SD with at least 2 days a week spent in the office.

Anonymised Applications.

Your uploaded CV won't be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. It's your chance to showcase your skills and experience.

Using Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We cannot stop anyone from using AI to help write application content. Used right, it can be a great tool. If you choose to use AI, then use it as a helper rather than relying on it wholly to write your application.

Reasonable adjustments.

If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Team ([e-mail]).

Salary and benefits.

We advertise salary ranges, with new appointments typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees. Requests for salaries above the maximum advertised range will not be considered.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK).
• Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs).
• 28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days.
• EV car benefit scheme
• Healthcare plans.
• Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice.
• An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate.
• 3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer.
• Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
• Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA.
• Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts.
• Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses.

Why join WMCA?

WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home.

We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day.

Our Values and Behaviours.

• Collaborative - We work as one organisation. Together we build trust, connection and shared purpose across teams, partners and residents to create the biggest impact for our region.
• Driven - We are focused on outcomes. We perform at our best to unlock productivity and delivery, achieving the greatest regional impact.
• Inclusive - We value difference. Creating an environment where people belong, and feel psychologically safe, so we can all thrive and shape a West Midlands built for everyone.
• Innovative - We are courageous. We embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo to continuously improve and shape the future of the West Midlands.

Creating an inclusive workplace.

WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status) and has been recognised as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We're a Disability Confident Employer with 'Leader' status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria.

We are also proud to be a Ban the Box employer, which means we do not ask about criminal convictions at the initial application stage, and will only ask after an offer is made as part of our onboarding checks, which helps us remove barriers for people with past convictions and supporting fair opportunities for all.

We recognise that certain groups, such as women and people of colour, may be less likely to apply for roles if they feel they do not meet all the requirements. However, we encourage individuals who are passionate about the role and want to make a difference to still apply. We value potential and encourage applicants to highlight their skills, including transferable ones, even if they don't fit the traditional "perfect candidate" mould.

We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying

Right to Work in the UK

Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).