Head of Organisational Effectiveness

JR United Kingdom; Stockport; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head of Organisational Effectiveness to lead a dynamic team and drive strategic initiatives in a customer-focused environment. This pivotal leadership role involves managing critical change processes and cultivating a robust culture of talent and inclusivity, with a competitive salary range between £85,000 and £95,000.

Qualifications

• Strong delivery focus and ability to make effective decisions.
• Blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution.
• Charismatic leader who inspires a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in Learning & Development, Organisational Development, and Change Management.
• Spearhead EDI and People strategies implementation.
• Oversee change management for ERP implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Decision-making

Change management

Talent management

Performance management

Job description

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Head of Organisational Effectiveness, Stockport

Client: Practicus

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Are you a dynamic and high-potential leader ready to make a significant impact in a large, customer-focused organisation? Do you thrive in environments of growth and change, with a passion for cultivating exceptional talent and driving strategic initiatives? We are seeking an inspiring Head of Organisational Effectiveness to step into a pivotal leadership role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a comprehensive people-focused function within an organisation undergoing an exciting period of integration and strategic advancement. You'll be instrumental in shaping our culture and future success.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Organisational Effectiveness, you will lead a talented team across Learning & Development, Organisational Development, and Change Management.

This role is crucial in delivering key strategic priorities, including:

• Spearheading the implementation of our newly approved EDI (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion) and People strategies, ensuring a truly inclusive and great place to work.
• Overseeing the critical change management for a major ERP implementation, going live in April 2026.
• Driving robust talent management and succession planning processes to nurture our future leaders.
• Elevating our leadership development initiatives and performance management frameworks.
• Managing a substantial annual L&D budget and acting as an internal subject matter expert for organisational development.

Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking a decisive, action-oriented, and charismatic leader ready to embrace a broad and busy remit. A strong background operating in a regulatory environment or large, customer-centric industries would be highly beneficial.

You'll be someone who can:

• Demonstrate a strong delivery focus and make effective decisions.
• Bring a blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution.
• Inspire and provide clear direction to a diverse team.
• Confidently manage multiple, often competing, priorities.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and make decisions with agility.

Compensation and Location:

This role offers a competitive salary range of £85,000 - £95,000.

You'll have the flexibility to be based at either our West London or Surrey offices, with an expectation of 2 days per week in the office.