OD & EDI Strategy Lead | Workforce Transformation

London Borough of Harrow; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Organisational Development (OD) Manager to shape the Council’s workforce, culture and organisational capability. This senior, strategic post will lead high-impact OD programmes, workforce strategy and equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives that align with the Council’s priorities.

Working with senior leaders and HR colleagues, the role will develop the Workforce Strategy, embed data-driven evaluation and champion inclusive practices

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior HR or Organisational Development role.
• Proven track record delivering multiple OD programmes in dynamic environments.
• Knowledge of OD best practice and workforce strategy.
• Ability to lead in ambiguous, changing contexts with resilience.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Degree-level qualification with ongoing professional development (CIPD preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide expert OD advice and practical solutions across organisation design, culture change and leadership development.
• Lead on the Council's Workforce Strategy with data-driven evaluation.
• Champion inclusive practices and oversee EDI action plans.
• Engage with senior leaders to align OD initiatives with corporate priorities.
• Develop and embed OD programmes to strengthen organisational capability.

Skills

OD leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership development

People management

Change management

Education

Degree-level qualification (CIPD preferred)

Tools

360 feedback

DISC

McKinsey 7S

Job description

The London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Organisational Development (OD) Manager to shape the Council’s workforce, culture and organisational capability. This senior, strategic post will lead high-impact OD programmes, workforce strategy and equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives that align with the Council’s priorities.

Working with senior leaders and HR colleagues, the role will develop the Workforce Strategy, embed data-driven evaluation and champion inclusive practices