Interim Strategic Lead for Corporate Transformation

Interim Strategic Lead within Corporate Transformation in Hackney UK earning £600 Daily Ongoing Full-time Full-time. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic local authority setting. As Interim Strategic Lead for Corporate Transformation, you will be at the forefront of driving change and innovation to maximise benefits for residents. Dive into this challenging role where your strategic vision and leadership skills will be utilised to their fullest potential. Perks and benefits: Embrace the flexibility and variety of locum work, offering you the opportunity to work in diverse environments and build a diverse skill set. Enjoy the competitive daily rate that recognises your expertise and experience in transformation leadership. Work with a forward-thinking council dedicated to sustainable and impactful change, promoting a healthy work-life balance through their supportive workplace culture. Delight in Hackney’s scenic beauty and community spirit, providing a wonderful setting to both work and relax. What you will do:

• Support the Assistant Director to develop and implement the Council’s overall transformation programme, aligning with both corporate objectives and national best practices.
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for a portfolio of transformation projects, ensuring timely and quality delivery within budget.
• Champion effective change management methodologies, fostering a culture of innovation across the Council.
• Lead and cultivate a high-performing team of transformation professionals, including Delivery Managers, Project Managers, and Business Analysts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including the Chief Executive, Corporate Leadership Team, and other leaders to ensure a cohesive approach to transformation.
• Lead the delivery of complex organisational change programmes, guiding service improvement, transformation, and cultural change workstreams.
• Advise and support senior managers on strategic transformation, including exploring new models and best practices.
• Influence cultural and behavioural change through targeted service redesign and innovative change techniques.
• Collaborate closely with programme leadership and communication teams to ensure effective engagement and communication strategies.
• Deputise for the Assistant Director, Corporate Transformation when necessary and model the organisation’s values. Expertise required

Proven track record in delivering large-scale transformation programmes within local authorities.

• Strong experience managing high-performing teams and applying project management methodologies such as Prince2 and Agile.
• Profound understanding of local government challenges and the ability to translate strategic goals into practice.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with a history of influencing senior stakeholders and driving culture change.

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