IT Project Manager

Poundland; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK is looking for a Head of Change to drive transformation across Service Operations and Collections. You will lead a skilled team and implement automation and AI solutions to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. This role requires expertise in change management within regulated environments and strong analytical skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative atmosphere; benefits include competitive salary, pension contributions, and various perks to support work-life integration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with employer contributions

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Access to premier benefits – store discounts

Employee well‑being programme

Free onsite parking

Onsite gym

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering transformation in regulated environments.
• Expertise in digital innovation, automation, and AI.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in relevant tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high‑performing team of Business Analysts and Change Managers.
• Drive adoption of automation to improve collections efficiency.
• Facilitate workshops and feedback sessions for insights.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Digital innovation

Analytical skills

Change management

Automation expertise

Education

Lean Six Sigma or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Head of Change – Service Operations and Collections

Location: Walsall • Salary: Competitive plus benefits • Hours: 37 hours per week

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Change to lead transformation across Service Operations and Collections. This pivotal role will shape customer experience, drive operational excellence, and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency and quality. You will lead a talented team of Business Analysts, Change Managers, and Testers, while influencing senior stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high‑performing team of Business Analysts, Test Leads, and Change Managers.
• Establish robust governance and frameworks for timely, successful change delivery.
• Champion customer‑centric programmes, including vulnerability and affordability support schemes.
• Drive adoption of automation and AI solutions to improve collections performance and operational efficiency.
• Ensure proactive communication strategies during service disruptions and billing changes.
• Use industry benchmarking to identify gaps and implement best practices.
• Define KPIs aligned to CMEX, leakage targets, and collections efficiency to measure transformation success.
• Leverage data and insight to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop actionable recommendations for re‑engineering processes or partnering with third parties.
• Own and evolve dashboards and reporting tools to track benefits and performance.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to align on priorities.
• Deliver compelling presentations and reports to secure buy‑in and drive strategic alignment.
• Facilitate workshops and feedback sessions to validate solutions and gather insights.
• Lead efficiency and process improvement initiatives across operational teams.
• Support digital innovation and transformation programmes.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to embed continuous improvement.
• Define and monitor KPIs and SLAs to measure service effectiveness and benefits realization.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert in change across customer service and collections operations.

What You'll Need

• Proven experience delivering transformation in utilities or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of Ofwat regulatory framework and market operator processes (MOSL).
• Expertise in digital innovation, automation, and AI within service operations.
• Understanding of sustainability and environmental compliance within water operations.
• Experience in change management and operational leadership within customer service or collections.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, and similar tools.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams including BA, Insight, and Change.
• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement qualification (preferred).

What You'll Get In Return

• A competitive salary
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your ideas and contributions are highly valued
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• 24/7 GP service
• Access to premier benefits – store discounts
• Employee well‑being programme
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite gym