OD People and Culture Specialist

NHS; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen at NHS for an OD People and Culture Specialist to enhance workplace culture and drive organizational development initiatives. The specialist will be key in designing and delivering impactful interventions, supporting leadership development, and ensuring a values-driven environment. Candidates should have a CIPD Level 5 qualification and relevant experience in organizational development practices.

Benefits

Generous NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Blue Light Card discounts

27 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Inclusive staff networks

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering organizational development interventions.
• Proven ability to adapt communication style for different audiences.
• Experience in applying OD methodologies including team development and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support OD interventions enabling culture change.
• Design and deliver OD activities such as team development and coaching.
• Provide expert advice and facilitation to senior leaders and teams.

Skills

Organizational Development

Coaching

Communication

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent qualification

Degree level education or equivalent experience

Job description

Job summary

At the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), we're all about improving outcomes for people using the NHS and other public health and social care services. We produce evidence-based guidance, develop quality standards, and provide a range of information services.

Are you passionate about organisational development, culture change, and creating workplaces where people can thrive? Do you believe in the power of values-led leadership, restorative practice, and inclusive transformation? If so, we've got the perfect opportunity for you!

As our OD People and Culture Specialist, you'll be at the heart of shaping a high-performing, inclusive, and values-driven culture at NICE. Reporting into the People Relations and Culture Team Lead, you'll work across the People Services team and wider organisation to deliver impactful OD interventions that support our People Strategy, transformation agenda, and new ways of working.

You'll act as a trusted advisor and facilitator--designing and delivering OD projects, supporting leadership development, and embedding our values and behaviours into everyday practice. From team development and coaching to culture diagnostics and EDI strategy, your work will directly influence the colleague experience and help NICE continue to be a brilliant place to work.

Main duties of the job

In this varied and impactful role, you'll contribute to shaping a positive people experience across NICE by delivering expert OD support and driving forward our cultural and organisational goals.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading and supporting OD interventions that enable culture change, collaboration, and high-quality outcomes.
• Providing expert advice and facilitation to senior leaders, managers, and teams.
• Designing and delivering a range of OD activities including team development, coaching, and large-scale group work.
• Supporting the implementation of NICE's values, behaviour framework, and restorative just learning culture.
• Collaborating across the People Services team to embed inclusive, high-performing practices.
• Using data and diagnostics to evaluate OD impact and inform continuous improvement.
• Acting as a cultural ambassador, championing psychological safety, EDI, and employee engagement.

About us

As part of the People team and wider Facilities, Improvement & People Directorate, we've achieved:

Elevated Engagement:We've become one of the top-performing teams in the organisation.Driven Real Change:We're embedding a Restorative, Just, and Learning Culture that's transforming our workplace.Strengthened Union Partnerships:We've built a spirit of collaboration and mutual respect.Championed Inclusivity:Our commitment to diversity and representation is making a real difference.

Join Our Team - What We Can Offer You:

Supportive Team Culture:We believe in lifting each other up and encouraging open communication.

Flexible & Hybrid Work Environment:Work from home and our modern offices in Manchester or Stratford.

Professional Growth:Access to tailored learning and development opportunities.

Inclusive Workplace:Be part of a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels valued.

Our benefits include:

• Generous NHS Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options including remote and compressed hours
• Blue Light Card discounts
• 27 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Inclusive staff networks (e.g. Race Equality, Disability Advocacy)

If this sounds like the kind of environment you'd thrive in--apply today!

Details Date posted

21 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

907-778

Job locations

3rd Floor

Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN

Job description Job responsibilities

To be considered for this role, you should be able to particularly demonstrate the person specification criteria in the job advert in your application. However, applicants should be able to demonstrateall essential criteriathrough the entirety of the recruitment process to be considered for the job.

Please see job description attached for full list of responsibilities.

Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility

Job description Job responsibilities

To be considered for this role, you should be able to particularly demonstrate the person specification criteria in the job advert in your application. However, applicants should be able to demonstrateall essential criteriathrough the entirety of the recruitment process to be considered for the job.

Please see job description attached for full list of responsibilities.

Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility

Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent qualification.

Education / Qualifications Essential

• Degree level education or equivalent demonstrable experience in a similar role

Education / Qualifications Desirable

• Project management-related qualification or training.

Experience Essential

• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering organisational development (OD) interventions and workshops.

Experience Essential

• Proven experience of applying OD methodologies in practice, including diagnostics, team development, coaching, or large-scale group interventions.

Experience Desirable

• Experience of tracking spend against a budget or working within public sector procurement processes.

Skills / Knowledge Essential

• Proven knowledge of OD methodologies and the ability to design, deliver and evaluate OD and learning programmes.

Skills / Knowledge Essential

• Demonstrated ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences and to handle sensitive situations with tact and empathy.

Person Specification Education / Qualifications Essential

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent qualification.

Education / Qualifications Essential

• Degree level education or equivalent demonstrable experience in a similar role

Education / Qualifications Desirable

• Project management-related qualification or training.

Experience Essential

• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering organisational development (OD) interventions and workshops.

Experience Essential

• Proven experience of applying OD methodologies in practice, including diagnostics, team development, coaching, or large-scale group interventions.

Experience Desirable

• Experience of tracking spend against a budget or working within public sector procurement processes.

Skills / Knowledge Essential

• Proven knowledge of OD methodologies and the ability to design, deliver and evaluate OD and learning programmes.

Skills / Knowledge Essential

• Demonstrated ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences and to handle sensitive situations with tact and empathy.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

NICE – The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

Address

3rd Floor

Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN

Employer's website

https://www.nice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

NICE – The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence

Address

3rd Floor

Piccadilly Place

Manchester

M1 3BN

Employer's website

https://www.nice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)