Transformation Director, Local Government Reform

Penna Executive Search; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is looking for an Implementation Director to oversee a transformative public service project across seven councils in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in local government transformation, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive culture change. This is a unique opportunity to influence the delivery of improved services and governance in new unitary authorities.

Benefits

Flexible agile working

Good benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation with local government and LGR knowledge.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Strong understanding of local government structures and statutory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic leadership and delivery of the LGR programme for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
• Coordinate planning and strategic direction of a multi-phase transformation programme.
• Design and implement governance, systems and operating models.

Skills

Leading large-scale transformation

Political awareness

Programme management

Stakeholder engagement skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

A leading recruitment consultancy is looking for an Implementation Director to oversee a transformative public service project across seven councils in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in local government transformation, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive culture change. This is a unique opportunity to influence the delivery of improved services and governance in new unitary authorities.