Transformation and Change Projects Manager

Applefields School; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlement

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Staff development

Job summary

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is recruiting a Transformation and Change Projects Manager to lead a portfolio of organisational transformation initiatives. Reporting to the Head of Transformation and Change, you will coordinate complex projects across the Authority, ensuring benefits realisation and alignment with the Corporate Plan.

You will combine project and programme discipline with business analysis, data insights and strong stakeholder engagement to shape new operating

Qualifications

• Experience in project, programme, transformation or change management.
• Track record delivering complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience of organisational change or service improvement.
• Strong governance, risk management and benefits realisation knowledge.
• Business analysis activities such as process mapping and requirements gathering.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a portfolio of transformation projects.
• Work with leaders and partners to design and implement change.
• Embed new ways of working and strengthen governance.
• Analyse data to support decision-making and performance improvement.
• Support development of Target Operating Model.

Skills

Project management

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Data analysis

Requirements gathering

Governance

Risk management

Benefits realisation

Communication skills

Education

Project management qualification

Job description

Transformation and Change Projects Manager

Grade: M

Hours: 37 Hours

Contract: Permanent

Location: York, North Yorkshire (Or Northallerton)

The Organisation

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority was established as a new organisation in early 2024. It is a public sector employer with access to powers and funding to unlock transport and housing improvements, boost skills provision and help the economy transition to net zero for York and North Yorkshire. The Mayor also holds responsibilities in relation to Policing, Fire and Crime. Making the most of the combined strengths of the city region and rural powerhouse, the Combined Authority is a long-term commitment to shaping a brighter future for generations to come. By working for us you will play a part in making positive changes, unlocking investment, supporting business and communities to thrive and creating new and better opportunities for people that live and work here.

The Opportunity

The York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is seeking to appoint a Transformation and Change Projects Manager to play a key role in delivering organisational transformation and continuous improvement across our growing organisation.

Reporting to the Head of Transformation and Change, you will lead and coordinate a diverse portfolio of transformation projects and change initiatives that support the delivery of our Corporate Plan and strategic priorities.

This is a varied and influential role where you will work with leaders, managers and partners across the organisation to design and implement change, improve services, strengthen governance arrangements and support the development of our Target Operating Model. You will combine project and programme management expertise with business analysis, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement skills to help deliver meaningful organisational outcomes.

As part of a developing Transformation and Change function, you will have the opportunity to shape how the organisation delivers change, embed new ways of working and support services to become increasingly efficient, effective and outcome-focused.

What you will bring

• Experience of working within a project, programme, transformation or change management environment.
• A track record of successfully delivering complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Experience of supporting organisational change, service improvement or transformation initiatives.
• Strong project and programme management knowledge, including governance, risk management and benefits realisation.
• Experience of business analysis activities such as process mapping, requirements gathering and organisational review.
• The ability to analyse and present data and insight to support decision-making and performance improvement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build effective working relationships.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• A relevant project management qualification together with strong analytical and report‑writing skills.

You will be joining a new and developing organisation at an exciting time. The benefits of working for us include:

• Generous leave entitlement, starting at 28 days plus 8 bank holidays (pro‑rota for part‑time staff)
• Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home
• Local government pension scheme
• Commitment to staff development and continuous learning

Key Dates

Interview date: 15 th & 16 th October 2026