Change Delivery Practice Lead

Ordnance Survey; England; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mapping and geospatial data agency is seeking a Change Delivery Practice Lead to manage projects and drive business change initiatives. The role involves leading a team, ensuring the application of change methodologies, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have proven change leadership experience and strong project management skills. The position offers a competitive salary between £64,722 and £75,509, performance bonuses, and additional perks such as flexible working, a pension scheme, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Performance related bonus up to 10%

Competitive pension scheme (OS contributes up to 12%)

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free OS Maps app subscription

Online learning and coaching support

Life Assurance cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual volunteer day

Nursery discount

Parking or Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading change delivery in complex organisations.
• Strong understanding of project and programme management methodologies.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team providing project management and business change services.
• Develop and implement a centre of excellence model for change delivery.
• Ensure consistent application of change methodologies.

Skills

Change delivery leadership

Project management methodologies

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Building delivery practices

Education

Relevant professional certifications

Job description

Change Delivery Practice Lead - Full time - 12 Month FTC - Salary £64,722 - £75,509 (dependent on experience) - Hybrid working

About Ordnance Survey

Ordnance Survey is the national mapping agency for Great Britain, delivering world-class geospatial data and services that underpin innovation and decision‑making across government, business, and everyday life. We're passionate about using technology to make a real difference, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.

About the role

As our Change Delivery Practice Lead, you will

• Lead a team providing project management and business change services to support strategic and operational initiatives.
• Develop, implement and continuously evolve a centre of excellence model for change delivery and business change management, including tools, templates, and best practices.
• Ensure consistent application of change methodologies across programmes and projects.
• Build capability across the organisation through coaching, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align change delivery with business priorities.
• Monitor and report on change delivery performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain governance standards and ensure compliance with internal frameworks.
• Support resource planning and allocation across change initiatives.
• Champion continuous improvement in change delivery practices.
• Represent the change delivery function in cross‑organisational forums and working groups.

About You

• Proven experience in leading change delivery or transformation functions within complex organisations.
• Strong understanding of project and programme management methodologies.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach to problem‑solving.
• Experience in building and scaling delivery practices or Centres of Excellence.
• Relevant professional certifications are desirable.

The Rewards

• Salary £64,722 - £75,509 (depending on experience)
• Performance related bonus up to 10%
• A competitive pension scheme (OS contributes up to 12%)
• 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays (including 3 days Christmas shutdown), with an extra day’s leave for each year worked up to 33 days
• Free subscription to our award‑winning OS Maps app and wider employee discounts
• Support with continuous improvement with access to online learning platforms / e‑books, and coaching / mentoring schemes
• Life Assurance cover

Plus a suite of excellent additional perks and benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working
• Annual volunteer day to support the local community and charities
• OS Explorers Nursery discount
• Parking at our modern Southampton HQ, or Cycle to Work scheme for active commuting

Location

We embrace a hybrid working model at OS, because we believe in flexibility and balance. You'll be based at our fantastic HQ in Southampton, Hampshire, where you'll spend 50% of your working week collaborating face‑to‑face with colleagues. It's all about combining the best of both worlds connection and autonomy to help you thrive.

Security

OS conducts pre‑employment checks for anyone made an offer of employment, including identity, right to work, employment history and criminal record checks (via Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS)). Some of our roles may require additional security vetting. We will advise candidates during the recruitment process if additional vetting may be required for that specific role.

Closing date: Sunday 11th January 2026 at 23:59