Senior Manager - Transformation Portfolio & Change

South Norfolk and Broadland Council; Norwich; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Free onsite parking

Employee discounts

Competitive holiday allowance

Wellbeing initiatives

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are seeking a Senior Manager for Transformation, Portfolio & Change to lead a diverse portfolio of programmes that modernise services, improve customer experience and realise measurable benefits.

In this high-impact role you will run the PMO, influence strategic decision-making, manage programme finances and build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, while driving data‑driven improvement across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of delivering large-scale organisational change.
• Ability to translate complex priorities into clear plans.
• Experience in managing performance and programme finances.

Responsibilities

• Lead a diverse portfolio of transformation programmes and the PMO.
• Influence strategic decision-making and drive measurable benefits.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and partners to modernise services.
• Ensure data-driven improvement and value realisation across the organisation.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognised project, programme or portfolio management qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about delivering meaningful change, driving innovation and helping organisations evolve to meet future challenges?

We're looking for an ambitious and inspirational Senior Manager for Transformation, Portfolio & Change to lead a diverse portfolio of transformational change programmes and help shape the future of our organisation.

This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll work with senior leaders, service teams and key partners to deliver programmes that improve customer experience, modernise services, enhance efficiency and realise measurable benefits. You'll lead a talented Programme Management Office (PMO), influence strategic decision-making and ensure the organisation continues to embrace innovation, technology and data-driven improvement.

About You

We are looking for an experienced transormation leader with a strong track record of delivering large scale organisational change and tangible benefits within complex environments. Holding a recognised project, programme or portfolio management qualification, you will be able to come strategic thinking with strong operational delivery. You will be skilled in in leading and influencing teams, managing performance and programme finances, and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

With excellent communication and analytical skills, you will be able to translate complex priorities into clear plans and drive successful outcomes across the organisation.

ClosingDate:7thOctober2026

InterviewDate:w/c12thOctober2026

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received.

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service