Transformation Officer

Wyre Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the UK is seeking a Transformation Officer to lead reviews and support key projects within their transformation program. The ideal candidate will drive change, foster innovation, and work collaboratively with various teams. This role offers a competitive salary and extensive employee benefits including flexible working arrangements, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities. Join a dedicated team focused on shaping the future of local government.

Benefits

Minimum of 24 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Excellent employer pension contribution

Free on-site parking

Discounted gym membership

Access to occupational health

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for driving change in the public sector.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support transformation reviews.
• Coordinate project management framework and training.
• Map and analyze processes for improvements.
• Prepare reports for leadership and transformation board.
• Foster innovation and share best practices.
• Build relationships to enable collaborative problem-solving.

Job description

TRANSFORMATION OFFICER

37 HOURS PER WEEK

GRADE 9 39862 - 42839

Are you passionate about driving change and improving services in the public sector? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where adaptability, innovation, and collaboration are key?

As a Transformation Officer you'll play a vital role in delivering Wyre Council's ambitious Transformation Programme and support with preparatory work for potential Local Government Reorganisation. You'll provide expert project management advice and support helping us achieve the goals set out in our Council Plan.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking council that embraces change. You will be working as part of a small high‑profile team on key projects that shape the future of local government.

The role involves:

• Leading and supporting service and transformation reviews.
• Coordinating our Project Management Framework and delivering training.
• Mapping and analysing processes, challenging current practices and recommending improvements.
• Preparing reports for senior leadership and the Transformation Board.
• Fostering innovation by sharing best practice and encouraging creative thinking.
• Building strong relationships across the council to enable collaborative problem‑solving.

As an employer we offer a range of employee benefits including a minimum of 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 days subject to length of service (pro‑rata), great work‑life balance with flexible working arrangements, excellent employer pension contribution, free on‑site parking, discounted gym membership, access to occupational health and development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that allows you to develop and grow.

If you would like to find out more after reading the job description please contact Sandy Lee, Service Manager, Policy, Data, Intelligence and Change.

Closing date:

21 January 2026

Interview and assessment: 6 February 2026

How to apply

A career in local government can be very rewarding offering a variety of roles and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Wyre Council offers this development through many of its career paths.

To apply for one of our vacancies click on apply online to begin your application.

Required Experience: (none specified)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 39862 - 42839