Senior Transformation Programme Lead – Housing & Change

Southwark; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Public sector pension

Career development

Job summary

Southwark Council is seeking 5 Programme Leads to drive major transformation initiatives across Housing and Change. You will lead complex programmes, establish governance and delivery plans, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to realise service improvements and financial benefits for residents.

The role offers a vibrant public sector environment, a strong focus on resident outcomes, and opportunities to develop with a supportive, high-achieving team in London.

Qualifications

• Strong experience leading complex transformation programmes that deliver significant financial and resident benefits.
• Experience delivering cross-organisational change within large organisations.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• The ability to work with senior stakeholders to drive delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex transformation programmes involving multiple projects and workstreams.
• Establish programme governance, delivery plans and reporting arrangements.
• Work with senior stakeholders to define programme scope and outcomes.
• Oversee delivery across projects, ensuring alignment with programme objectives.
• Manage risks, dependencies and programme performance.
• Track progress and report to senior leadership and governance boards.
• Ensure programmes deliver the intended service improvements and financial benefits.

Skills

Transformation leadership

Stakeholder management

Program governance

Delivery management

Job description

Southwark Council is seeking 5 Programme Leads to drive major transformation initiatives across Housing and Change. You will lead complex programmes, establish governance and delivery plans, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to realise service improvements and financial benefits for residents.

The role offers a vibrant public sector environment, a strong focus on resident outcomes, and opportunities to develop with a supportive, high-achieving team in London.