Safeguarding Practitioner (Adult Safeguarding Hub) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Shute End, Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 31/05/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 713422 We have an excellent opportunity available for a Safeguarding Practitioners to join our award winning adult social care team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As a Safeguarding Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in making sure adults in our borough get the right help at the right time. You'll work proactively and respond quickly when concerns are raised, helping people stay safe and supporting positive outcomes for everyone involved. This is a chance to use your skills, safeguarding expertise and person-centred approach to make a real difference in the lives of adults who need support. It's also a great time to join us! Our service was recently recognised as one of the highest performing in the country after a CQC inspection. Wokingham Borough Council is part of the Social Care Future movement, which champions a vision where everyone can live in a place they love, connected to the people and activities that matter most - whatever their age, health or disability. Our hybrid working model gives you the flexibility to balance home working within person meetings and visits. We're expanding our team so we can continue meeting the growing needs of the service. Here is what Rebecca, our Team Manager, has to say: "I am proud to be part of the adult safeguarding hub. We are a supportive and collaborative team committed to high quality safeguarding practice. We value learning, reflection and kindness, and we welcome applicants who want to work in a team where support and making a difference truly matter." Staff Benefits Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities Respond to Adult Safeguarding concerns as they come in, applying thresholds, assessing risk and completing Initial Assessments where needed. Lead Section 42 enquiries, coordinating those carried out by providers or partners, and undertaking more complex enquiries yourself when required. Support quality assurance work, including provider visits and assurance activity linked to safeguarding concerns. Take part in organisational abuse enquiries and contribute to wider learning and improvement. Work proactively and preventatively, including supporting partnership projects in line with local and West of Berkshire strategies. Help deliver safeguarding training and workshops, appropriate to your experience and knowledge. Candidate requirements: Social Work, Nursing or Occupational Therapy qualification or other profession/statutory agency role providing significant experience of working with vulnerable adults in a safeguarding context. Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively engage all stakeholders. Evidenced experience of direct work with Adult Safeguarding issues. Organisational skills to enable proactiveness and a responsive service. Ability to handle highly sensitive information with a sound understanding of confidentiality and information sharing protocols. Full EU driving license (and access to daily use of a car) Our area: Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents. Ready to lead transformation in Adult Social Care? Apply now and make a lasting impact! Alternatively, for an informal discussion about the role please contact our team via email . Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2026, 11pm Interview date: TBC If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
May 19, 2026
Full time
Safeguarding Practitioner (Adult Safeguarding Hub) Employer: Wokingham Borough Council Salary: £42,839 - £49,282 Per Annum, Plus Benefits Location: Shute End, Wokingham Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time Hours: 37 hours per week. DBS Check: Enhanced Closing Date: 31/05/2026 at 23:00 Reference: 713422 We have an excellent opportunity available for a Safeguarding Practitioners to join our award winning adult social care team at Wokingham Borough Council, on a full time, permanent basis. As a Safeguarding Practitioner, you'll play a vital role in making sure adults in our borough get the right help at the right time. You'll work proactively and respond quickly when concerns are raised, helping people stay safe and supporting positive outcomes for everyone involved. This is a chance to use your skills, safeguarding expertise and person-centred approach to make a real difference in the lives of adults who need support. It's also a great time to join us! Our service was recently recognised as one of the highest performing in the country after a CQC inspection. Wokingham Borough Council is part of the Social Care Future movement, which champions a vision where everyone can live in a place they love, connected to the people and activities that matter most - whatever their age, health or disability. Our hybrid working model gives you the flexibility to balance home working within person meetings and visits. We're expanding our team so we can continue meeting the growing needs of the service. Here is what Rebecca, our Team Manager, has to say: "I am proud to be part of the adult safeguarding hub. We are a supportive and collaborative team committed to high quality safeguarding practice. We value learning, reflection and kindness, and we welcome applicants who want to work in a team where support and making a difference truly matter." Staff Benefits Not only is this an excellent opportunity, but it's a fantastic time to join our team. You will receive an extensive range of employee benefits including: Generous Annual Leave entitlement of 30 days (rising by 5 days after 5 years of continued local government service), plus bank holidays Local Government Pension Scheme (actual contribution details to follow) GP Helpline 7 days a week Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7 Your Care confidential helpline Free Eye Tests and Flu Vaccines Free Onsite Gym (located at Shute End, Wokingham) Salary Sacrifice Schemes - including Car and Cycle to Work Local & Lifestyle Discounts - savings on shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and more Move through Menopause Course Sports & Social Group Activities - running, football, cricket, and more Learning & Development Opportunities Employee Networks And more! Key responsibilities Respond to Adult Safeguarding concerns as they come in, applying thresholds, assessing risk and completing Initial Assessments where needed. Lead Section 42 enquiries, coordinating those carried out by providers or partners, and undertaking more complex enquiries yourself when required. Support quality assurance work, including provider visits and assurance activity linked to safeguarding concerns. Take part in organisational abuse enquiries and contribute to wider learning and improvement. Work proactively and preventatively, including supporting partnership projects in line with local and West of Berkshire strategies. Help deliver safeguarding training and workshops, appropriate to your experience and knowledge. Candidate requirements: Social Work, Nursing or Occupational Therapy qualification or other profession/statutory agency role providing significant experience of working with vulnerable adults in a safeguarding context. Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively engage all stakeholders. Evidenced experience of direct work with Adult Safeguarding issues. Organisational skills to enable proactiveness and a responsive service. Ability to handle highly sensitive information with a sound understanding of confidentiality and information sharing protocols. Full EU driving license (and access to daily use of a car) Our area: Wokingham Borough is set in the heart of Berkshire with excellent transport links to Reading and central London. Our area comprises of a vibrant and historical market town, attractive villages, and miles of beautiful countryside. We're home to a range of high performing schools, a host of international businesses and an incredible community. We have a strong local economy with accelerated growth, a range of excellent public facilities and low levels of crime, offering an exceptional quality of life. Wokingham Borough Council has committed to becoming a Marmot borough to embed prevention, early intervention and address inequalities in all aspects of our work. This is especially important given the significant and continued growth of our Borough and the diversity of its residents. Ready to lead transformation in Adult Social Care? Apply now and make a lasting impact! Alternatively, for an informal discussion about the role please contact our team via email . Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2026, 11pm Interview date: TBC If your application is shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to provide proof of your right to work in the UK at that stage. Additionally, successful candidates must present proof upon receiving a job offer. Please note that all offers are conditional and subject to the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please be aware that we will be reviewing the applications we receive on a daily basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. Wokingham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, other workers and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates for this role will be subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond to every applicant individually. If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the application closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in joining Wokingham Borough Council and thank you for taking the time to apply. Wokingham is an equal opportunities employer. How to apply Please apply online via the link provided. Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form. Further information on this vacancy Job Description
Role: Senior Accountant Type: Interim, 3 to 4 month contract (possibility of further extension) Day Rate: Competitive day rate Hybrid: 1 day a week onsite Location: Warwickshire Sellick Partnership is partnering with a Local Government organisation to recruit a Senior Accountant on an interim basis for an initial 3 to 4 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Local Government finance professional to support Adult Social Care services during a busy period. The organisation is looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running and provide high-quality financial support to key stakeholders across the directorate. The responsibilities of the Senior Accountant will be: Providing financial support and business partnering to Adult Social Care services Supporting budget setting, budget monitoring, forecasting and year-end processes Assisting budget holders with financial management and reporting Analysing financial performance and identifying risks and opportunities Supporting savings programmes and service transformation initiatives Producing accurate and timely financial reports for senior management Ensuring compliance with Local Government financial regulations and procedures The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant role will have: Proven experience working within Local Government finance Previous experience supporting Adult Social Care services Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis skills Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills The ability to work independently and manage a busy workload Experience using Local Government financial systems would be advantageous How to apply for the Senior Accountant role: If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity of Senior Accountant, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and sent over to the client for shortlisting, the successful applicants interviews will be arranged as soon as possible. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
May 18, 2026
Contractor
Role: Senior Accountant Type: Interim, 3 to 4 month contract (possibility of further extension) Day Rate: Competitive day rate Hybrid: 1 day a week onsite Location: Warwickshire Sellick Partnership is partnering with a Local Government organisation to recruit a Senior Accountant on an interim basis for an initial 3 to 4 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Local Government finance professional to support Adult Social Care services during a busy period. The organisation is looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running and provide high-quality financial support to key stakeholders across the directorate. The responsibilities of the Senior Accountant will be: Providing financial support and business partnering to Adult Social Care services Supporting budget setting, budget monitoring, forecasting and year-end processes Assisting budget holders with financial management and reporting Analysing financial performance and identifying risks and opportunities Supporting savings programmes and service transformation initiatives Producing accurate and timely financial reports for senior management Ensuring compliance with Local Government financial regulations and procedures The ideal candidate for the Senior Accountant role will have: Proven experience working within Local Government finance Previous experience supporting Adult Social Care services Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis skills Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills The ability to work independently and manage a busy workload Experience using Local Government financial systems would be advantageous How to apply for the Senior Accountant role: If you believe that you are well-suited to this excellent opportunity of Senior Accountant, please apply directly or contact Tim Farnsworth at Sellick Partnership Derby Office for more information. CVs will be screened and sent over to the client for shortlisting, the successful applicants interviews will be arranged as soon as possible. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.
SAP Service Manager - ERP Transformation Sector: Local Government Location: Bradford, onsite 2/3 days a week Duration: 3 month contract Rate: Up to £550 per day As SAP Service Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation, performance, and development of the organisation's SAP estate. You will lead a dedicated SAP support team, manage service delivery, ensure system stability, and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers. You will also play a key part in an upcoming ERP transformation programme-supporting the planning, transition, and implementation of a new enterprise platform. This role combines operational leadership with strategic influence, offering the chance to help design and deliver the future of ERP services. Key Responsibilities Service & operational Delivery Change & Release Management ERP Transformation Vendor & Partner Management Team Leadership About You You will bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strong customer engagement capabilities. You will have: Proven experience delivering and supporting SAP solutions Knowledge of key SAP modules such as FI/CO, HR/Payroll, ESS/MSS, PS, PI, Portal, SD/MM, and Fiori Understanding of ABAP, BASIS, Solution Manager, security, transports, and workflow Experience managing change, releases, and service operations The ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and partners Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills Local Authority Experience is preferred however not essential Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 18, 2026
Seasonal
SAP Service Manager - ERP Transformation Sector: Local Government Location: Bradford, onsite 2/3 days a week Duration: 3 month contract Rate: Up to £550 per day As SAP Service Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operation, performance, and development of the organisation's SAP estate. You will lead a dedicated SAP support team, manage service delivery, ensure system stability, and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers. You will also play a key part in an upcoming ERP transformation programme-supporting the planning, transition, and implementation of a new enterprise platform. This role combines operational leadership with strategic influence, offering the chance to help design and deliver the future of ERP services. Key Responsibilities Service & operational Delivery Change & Release Management ERP Transformation Vendor & Partner Management Team Leadership About You You will bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strong customer engagement capabilities. You will have: Proven experience delivering and supporting SAP solutions Knowledge of key SAP modules such as FI/CO, HR/Payroll, ESS/MSS, PS, PI, Portal, SD/MM, and Fiori Understanding of ABAP, BASIS, Solution Manager, security, transports, and workflow Experience managing change, releases, and service operations The ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and partners Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills Local Authority Experience is preferred however not essential Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Business Analyst - Idox Acolaid 1 year FTC £58,899 Hybrid - Central London Code Red Associates are working with a long term client who are actively looking to add a business analyst to their team on a 1 year FTC. You will need to have experience as a Business Analyst to support a major Idox Acolaid to Idox Uniform/SaaS cloud migration. This is a key role within a transformation programme, ensuring business requirements are accurately captured, processes are optimised, and the transition is delivered smoothly with minimal disruption. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities for the migration from Acolaid to Uniform/SaaS cloud Engage with stakeholders across planning, building control and land charges functions Elicit, document, and validate business and system requirements Analyse current ("as-is") processes and design improved ("to-be") workflows Support data and migration activities, including data mapping and validation Collaborate with technical teams, vendors, and project managers Facilitate workshops, interviews, and user acceptance testing (UAT) Ensure alignment with regulatory and local government requirements Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst on system migration or transformation projects Strong knowledge of Idox Acolaid and Idox Uniform and/or Idox SaaS cloud (highly desirable) Experience working with local government, planning, or regulatory environments Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Strong documentation skills (BRDs, process maps, user stories) Experience with data migration, integration, and testing processes Familiarity with Agile and/or Prince2 delivery methodologies We act as an Employment Agency/Business with regards to this vacancy. As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or age. All applicants are considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the job.
May 18, 2026
Seasonal
Business Analyst - Idox Acolaid 1 year FTC £58,899 Hybrid - Central London Code Red Associates are working with a long term client who are actively looking to add a business analyst to their team on a 1 year FTC. You will need to have experience as a Business Analyst to support a major Idox Acolaid to Idox Uniform/SaaS cloud migration. This is a key role within a transformation programme, ensuring business requirements are accurately captured, processes are optimised, and the transition is delivered smoothly with minimal disruption. Key Responsibilities Lead business analysis activities for the migration from Acolaid to Uniform/SaaS cloud Engage with stakeholders across planning, building control and land charges functions Elicit, document, and validate business and system requirements Analyse current ("as-is") processes and design improved ("to-be") workflows Support data and migration activities, including data mapping and validation Collaborate with technical teams, vendors, and project managers Facilitate workshops, interviews, and user acceptance testing (UAT) Ensure alignment with regulatory and local government requirements Key Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst on system migration or transformation projects Strong knowledge of Idox Acolaid and Idox Uniform and/or Idox SaaS cloud (highly desirable) Experience working with local government, planning, or regulatory environments Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Strong documentation skills (BRDs, process maps, user stories) Experience with data migration, integration, and testing processes Familiarity with Agile and/or Prince2 delivery methodologies We act as an Employment Agency/Business with regards to this vacancy. As an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability or age. All applicants are considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the job.
We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Procurement and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Procurement modules for MBDA UK. Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of DS Procurement roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for SAP procurement modules. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on SAP procurement modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP procurement, especially in MM including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well the setup of interfaces. Additional experience within the logistics domain would also be beneficial. Experience of integrations of SAP procurement with Finance, Supply Chain and Vendor Management Systems. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 17, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Procurement and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Procurement modules for MBDA UK. Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of DS Procurement roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for SAP procurement modules. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on SAP procurement modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP procurement, especially in MM including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well the setup of interfaces. Additional experience within the logistics domain would also be beneficial. Experience of integrations of SAP procurement with Finance, Supply Chain and Vendor Management Systems. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Bolton We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Product / SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Product-related modules (PLM for MBDA UK and SAP Global Trade Services (GTS . Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of related DS roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for the related modules and SAP GTS. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on the related SAP modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP PLM, including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well as the setup of interfaces. Experience of integrations of SAP PLM with related systems and SAP GTS. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Bolton We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from its current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, with Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA will provide an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will focus on Product / SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) and you will support maintenance activities as well as supporting the related SAP S/4 modules. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. Main responsibilities: Project management: IT responsibility for the successful implementation of our current S/4HANA Product-related modules (PLM for MBDA UK and SAP Global Trade Services (GTS . Manage the planning, coordination and supervision of SAP projects, ensuring rigorous monitoring of the quality of the integrator's deliverables. To be the main point of contact between business teams and DEx teams (security, network, technical architect, back office ) During deployment of S/4 systems, to be the point of contact for the DS Procurement domain for the UK. To be in charge of related DS roadmaps for the MBDA UK. Business As Usual-BAU activities and optimisation: To be a DS point of contact to manage the anomalies and enhancements asked for by the key-users for the related modules and SAP GTS. To provide functional and technical support to key business users. Leadership and training: Lead and train local and international teams, to monitor the knowledge transfer sessions and reinforce DS capacities on the related SAP modules. What we're looking for from you: Deep knowledge in the areas of SAP PLM, including configuration activities, knowledge in other SAP modules as well as the setup of interfaces. Experience of integrations of SAP PLM with related systems and SAP GTS. Skills in SAP IT project management, with experience of leading multinational SAP projects. Hands on experience with data migration and master data governance activities. Experience of challenging third-party development teams to deliver against the strategy and finding a solution to deliver the business requirements. Experience with S/4 Hana will be an advantage. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Bolton We are looking for an experienced SAP architect and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities and to ensure the smooth operation and sustainability of these systems for years to come. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from our current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, utilising a Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA providing an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will concentrate on the local deployment of the new S/4HANA systems and post-go-live operations and maintenance. Additionally, the role will support the structured handover and manage any additional tasks related to the existing ECC6 environments. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. What we're looking for from you: Proven expertise in SAP architecture design and implementation. Deep knowledge of integration frameworks. SAP Architect experience - being able to run productions systems, monitor and support an SAP transformation project. To follow and perform the SAP Release Management for the new systems in UK network based on the core model designed at group level. A track record of governing technical standards, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance. Strong stakeholder management skills, able to bridge business and IT with clear communication and strategic vision. Experienced in vendor and partner collaboration. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Bolton We are looking for an experienced SAP architect and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities and to ensure the smooth operation and sustainability of these systems for years to come. Salary: Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: We are working on a transformation programme to move from our current SAP ECC6 systems to SAP S/4HANA across the MBDA Group, utilising a Greenfield methodology. This strategy will impact a number of domain areas and the implementation of S/4HANA providing an opportunity for each domain to review its use of existing tools and determine a roadmap for consolidation across the Group and deliver the best-in-class tools for our business users. This role will concentrate on the local deployment of the new S/4HANA systems and post-go-live operations and maintenance. Additionally, the role will support the structured handover and manage any additional tasks related to the existing ECC6 environments. This role falls within the Digital Solutions (DS) area of MBDA; part of Digital Excellence (DEx), the DS team focusses on delivering IT solutions that are used to support the business in a variety of domains. What we're looking for from you: Proven expertise in SAP architecture design and implementation. Deep knowledge of integration frameworks. SAP Architect experience - being able to run productions systems, monitor and support an SAP transformation project. To follow and perform the SAP Release Management for the new systems in UK network based on the core model designed at group level. A track record of governing technical standards, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance. Strong stakeholder management skills, able to bridge business and IT with clear communication and strategic vision. Experienced in vendor and partner collaboration. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Senior Business Development Manager Public Sector Digital Transformation Remote I'm working with a growing digital consultancy that helps public sector organisations get difficult transformation programmes moving again. They are not a large consultancy where you inherit a set of accounts and work through layers of process. They have grown through delivery, reputation and relationships, and are now looking for someone to take more ownership of the commercial side. The work is typically around public sector programmes where delivery has stalled, systems need modernising, or an organisation needs help turning a plan into something that actually works. The role You'll be responsible for building new business across UK public sector accounts, with a focus on opening senior conversations, qualifying properly and shaping opportunities that can become long-term client relationships. You'll work closely with the founders and delivery team, so this suits someone who wants ownership and is comfortable in a smaller business. What you'll be doing Building pipeline across public sector, including central government, health, local government or associated bodies Opening new relationships with senior stakeholders across digital, technology, operations and commercial teams Qualifying opportunities properly and shaping them with the delivery team Managing longer, consultative sales cycles from early conversation through to close Helping define target accounts, route to market and positioning Turning good delivery and existing relationships into more consistent growth Representing the business credibly in front of public sector clients What they're looking for Experience selling into UK public sector environments Background in digital transformation, software, cloud, data, managed services, consultancy or professional services Comfortable with longer sales cycles and multi-stakeholder decision making Able to build pipeline rather than just manage inherited accounts Consultative, credible and careful not to oversell Happy working in a smaller business where not everything is already built for you Minimum 5 years relevant sales or business development experience Working setup Remote role, with travel when needed for client meetings and internal sessions. Why it's interesting This is a good role for someone who wants more ownership than they would usually get in a bigger consultancy. The delivery capability is there. The reputation is there. The opportunity is to help make the commercial side more structured, focused and repeatable. If you've sold into public sector and want to help shape the growth of a smaller consultancy, it's worth a conversation.
May 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Business Development Manager Public Sector Digital Transformation Remote I'm working with a growing digital consultancy that helps public sector organisations get difficult transformation programmes moving again. They are not a large consultancy where you inherit a set of accounts and work through layers of process. They have grown through delivery, reputation and relationships, and are now looking for someone to take more ownership of the commercial side. The work is typically around public sector programmes where delivery has stalled, systems need modernising, or an organisation needs help turning a plan into something that actually works. The role You'll be responsible for building new business across UK public sector accounts, with a focus on opening senior conversations, qualifying properly and shaping opportunities that can become long-term client relationships. You'll work closely with the founders and delivery team, so this suits someone who wants ownership and is comfortable in a smaller business. What you'll be doing Building pipeline across public sector, including central government, health, local government or associated bodies Opening new relationships with senior stakeholders across digital, technology, operations and commercial teams Qualifying opportunities properly and shaping them with the delivery team Managing longer, consultative sales cycles from early conversation through to close Helping define target accounts, route to market and positioning Turning good delivery and existing relationships into more consistent growth Representing the business credibly in front of public sector clients What they're looking for Experience selling into UK public sector environments Background in digital transformation, software, cloud, data, managed services, consultancy or professional services Comfortable with longer sales cycles and multi-stakeholder decision making Able to build pipeline rather than just manage inherited accounts Consultative, credible and careful not to oversell Happy working in a smaller business where not everything is already built for you Minimum 5 years relevant sales or business development experience Working setup Remote role, with travel when needed for client meetings and internal sessions. Why it's interesting This is a good role for someone who wants more ownership than they would usually get in a bigger consultancy. The delivery capability is there. The reputation is there. The opportunity is to help make the commercial side more structured, focused and repeatable. If you've sold into public sector and want to help shape the growth of a smaller consultancy, it's worth a conversation.
The starting salary for this role is 36,873 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. Are you a great communicator and influencer who is comfortable working in a technology environment? Are you familiar with IT Service Management practices? We are looking for a solution-focused and pragmatic Change Co-ordinator in our IT & Digital Service Transition team. Your designated office base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but you will often find our team members working from home or in a range of council locations, thanks to our hybrid and flexible working offer. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave a generous local government salary related pension up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year paternity, adoption and dependants leave an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing learning and development hub with a wealth of resources wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping a chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role IT & Digital is an inclusive and collaborative service that thrives on solving business challenges through innovative thinking and impactful delivery of new and emerging technologies. We are driving ahead with automation projects, business transformation and data insight, among other things - all of which generates changes to Surrey County Council's infrastructure, business applications and end user digital tools. In our team you will learn something new every day and come into contact with lots of different people, services and technologies. You will become the local change expert and 'critical friend' to project managers, technical leads, business stakeholders and suppliers/partners, helping to ensure that IT changes are introduced to our environment safely and without disruption to essential local services. You will do this by: Managing the throughput of change requests, following standardised methods and procedures - such as workflows and process gateways Checking that changes are compliant with standards, for example IT & Digital security, technical and architectural standards Assisting with the smooth transition of Project and large scale work into the business as usual arena Using your interpersonal and influencing skills to promote the services and support our team offers, and working with colleagues to design and implement improvements Exercising attention to detail and proactively learning about the IT environment in which changes are implemented Using your knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools to help you collaborate and communicate effectively. As Change Co-ordinator, you will be part of IT & Digital's Architecture, Transition and PPM Service which plans and assures roadmaps and strategies for IT systems so that when systems are introduced, updated or replaced, the council remains secure and resilient. Working across projects, we support our business through periods of change, ensuring that solutions, delivery and service-readiness adhere to the highest IT standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your next step in IT, knowing that you will gain experience across a wide range of council services and projects. When you are ready to progress further still, IT & Digital has many possible follow-on roles, all of them supporting the delivery of excellent services to the residents and visitors of Surrey County Council. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with good negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals. Ability to understand, meet and exceed customer expectations. Ability to work on your own initiative, with solution focused problem-solving skills. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following four questions: What is your understanding of how change is governed in local government? How has your role supported this governance in practice? Describe your experience of assessing a proposed change within a local government or public sector environment. How did you determine the level of risk, impact, and urgency of the change? Give an example of how you have supported communication and stakeholder engagement during a significant change. How did you ensure services, users, and partners were appropriately informed and impacts minimised? Describe how you have monitored the outcome of a change after implementation. What measures did you use to determine success, and how were lessons learned captured and applied? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 20/05/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
May 15, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is 36,873 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. Are you a great communicator and influencer who is comfortable working in a technology environment? Are you familiar with IT Service Management practices? We are looking for a solution-focused and pragmatic Change Co-ordinator in our IT & Digital Service Transition team. Your designated office base will be Woodhatch Place, Reigate but you will often find our team members working from home or in a range of council locations, thanks to our hybrid and flexible working offer. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave a generous local government salary related pension up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year paternity, adoption and dependants leave an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing learning and development hub with a wealth of resources wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping a chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role IT & Digital is an inclusive and collaborative service that thrives on solving business challenges through innovative thinking and impactful delivery of new and emerging technologies. We are driving ahead with automation projects, business transformation and data insight, among other things - all of which generates changes to Surrey County Council's infrastructure, business applications and end user digital tools. In our team you will learn something new every day and come into contact with lots of different people, services and technologies. You will become the local change expert and 'critical friend' to project managers, technical leads, business stakeholders and suppliers/partners, helping to ensure that IT changes are introduced to our environment safely and without disruption to essential local services. You will do this by: Managing the throughput of change requests, following standardised methods and procedures - such as workflows and process gateways Checking that changes are compliant with standards, for example IT & Digital security, technical and architectural standards Assisting with the smooth transition of Project and large scale work into the business as usual arena Using your interpersonal and influencing skills to promote the services and support our team offers, and working with colleagues to design and implement improvements Exercising attention to detail and proactively learning about the IT environment in which changes are implemented Using your knowledge of Microsoft 365 tools to help you collaborate and communicate effectively. As Change Co-ordinator, you will be part of IT & Digital's Architecture, Transition and PPM Service which plans and assures roadmaps and strategies for IT systems so that when systems are introduced, updated or replaced, the council remains secure and resilient. Working across projects, we support our business through periods of change, ensuring that solutions, delivery and service-readiness adhere to the highest IT standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to take your next step in IT, knowing that you will gain experience across a wide range of council services and projects. When you are ready to progress further still, IT & Digital has many possible follow-on roles, all of them supporting the delivery of excellent services to the residents and visitors of Surrey County Council. Your Application In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: Proven written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with good negotiation and influencing skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals. Ability to understand, meet and exceed customer expectations. Ability to work on your own initiative, with solution focused problem-solving skills. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following four questions: What is your understanding of how change is governed in local government? How has your role supported this governance in practice? Describe your experience of assessing a proposed change within a local government or public sector environment. How did you determine the level of risk, impact, and urgency of the change? Give an example of how you have supported communication and stakeholder engagement during a significant change. How did you ensure services, users, and partners were appropriately informed and impacts minimised? Describe how you have monitored the outcome of a change after implementation. What measures did you use to determine success, and how were lessons learned captured and applied? Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 20/05/2026 with interviews planned to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information on our website. Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
The starting salary for this role is currently £37,995 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. A further financial package of £6,000 also available on completion of your Assisted and Supported Year in Employment with us. We are currently welcoming Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW) to join Surrey Children's Services as part of our Autumn 2026 cohort. The programme is planned to start on the 5th of October 2026 . Our Location and Teams: Surrey is a large and vibrant county that borders with Greater London to the northeast, Kent to the east, East and West Sussex to the south, and Hampshire and Berkshire to the west, please refer to the map attached to understand more about our geography. This is a unique opportunity to begin your career with us at a time of positive transformation. We are continuing to develop our services in line with the national Families First reforms, strengthening our Family Help approach and working more closely with multi-agency partners to deliver the right support at the right time. At present, our teams include Assessment, Family Safeguarding, Adolescents, Children with Disabilities, Children Looked After and Fostering. Due to forthcoming changes associated with the Families First and wider service transformation, team structures are likely to change later this year. As an NQSW, you will be supported to develop your practice within this evolving landscape, with a strong ASYE programme and clear professional guidance. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about team vacancies during the selection process. When applying, please indicate which of the geographical area(s), you would be willing to work in: Northeast area office based in Weybridge, covering Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Epsom & Ewell Southeast area office based in Reigate, covering Reigate & Banstead, Tandridge & Mole Valley. Northwest area office based in Woking, covering Woking, Surrey Heath & Runnymede. Southwest area office based in Guildford covering Guildford & Waverley. You will be required to travel to the office where your team is based and within a geographical area to undertake direct work with children, young people and families, to attend meetings and training as required. When not working with our children and families in the community, we support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility whilst maximising learning opportunities for you as a Newly Qualified Social Worker and responding to service needs. We invite you to discuss this with us further at interview. About Our ASYE Programme: Our programme is well established and well resourced, supported by a capable team of experienced social work staff and managers. Across the 12 month programme you can expect regular reflective supervision from both your Team Manager and ASYE Assessor who will guide and support you to develop your knowledge base. You will have the opportunity to develop your professional skills and confidence for a career in frontline social work. Our latest Ofsted inspection judged our Childrens Services as 'Good' The report recognises that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." Upon successful completion of the ASYE programme with us, there will be an opportunity to progress your career with Surrey County Council and tap into our Post-Qualifying Year 2 programme which supports you beyond the completion of your ASYE. You are able to find out more about what Surrey has to offer by visiting our Surrey Children's Services Academy web page. NQSWs who undertake the ASYE programme with Surrey will have access to: Induction and Support A comprehensive ASYE Academy Induction programme and Team Induction. Allocated Advanced Social Worker as ASYE Assessor, in addition to the operational Team Manager. Graduated Supervision offer with increased support in the first six months. Graduated workload reaching a 90% allocation by the end of programme. Monthly one-to-one or group reflective supervision with ASYE Assessor. Access to our Children's Quality Practice and Performance Service to develop skills in social work practice. Monthly ASYE Learning Events focusing on Post Qualifying Standards (KSS). Two days a month Protected Development Time. Access to Community Care inform and Care Knowledge learning platforms. Access to Surrey Safeguarding Children's Partnership training programme, our wider Academy learning & development offer, plus bespoke Court Skills for Social Workers & Domestic Abuse training for NQSWs. Access to a secure SharePoint hub for collaborative working and access to up-to-date resources. Other Benefits: 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) We pay your Social Work England registration fee for any registration period when you are employed with us. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Parental, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Shortlisting Criteria: In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You hold a Social Work qualification such as a Degree, Masters or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work (or will be about to obtain any of these) You are (or will be) registering with Social Work England and have permission to work in the UK following your studies, without requiring employer visa sponsorship. Your experience of working with children, young people and their families, e.g. paid or voluntary work / transferable work experience skills / social work placements etc That you qualified within two years of the NQSW cohort commencing in October 2026 (If you qualified earlier than October 2024 your application will not be considered) You hold a current valid full UK driving licence and will have access to a vehicle when taking up employment with us Surrey has both urban and rural areas, and you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Contact Us: Please contact us for any questions relating to the role via email at . This could be to discuss reasonable adjustments, understanding of the ASYE programme or Children's Services structures in Surrey and the opportunities available to you. The job advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday the 31st of May 2026 with shortlisting planned for W/C the 1st of June 2026. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview at one of our area offices. Interviews are planned to take place W/C 15th & W/C 22nd of June 2026. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
May 15, 2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is currently £37,995 per annum based on a 36-hour working week. A further financial package of £6,000 also available on completion of your Assisted and Supported Year in Employment with us. We are currently welcoming Newly Qualified Social Workers (NQSW) to join Surrey Children's Services as part of our Autumn 2026 cohort. The programme is planned to start on the 5th of October 2026 . Our Location and Teams: Surrey is a large and vibrant county that borders with Greater London to the northeast, Kent to the east, East and West Sussex to the south, and Hampshire and Berkshire to the west, please refer to the map attached to understand more about our geography. This is a unique opportunity to begin your career with us at a time of positive transformation. We are continuing to develop our services in line with the national Families First reforms, strengthening our Family Help approach and working more closely with multi-agency partners to deliver the right support at the right time. At present, our teams include Assessment, Family Safeguarding, Adolescents, Children with Disabilities, Children Looked After and Fostering. Due to forthcoming changes associated with the Families First and wider service transformation, team structures are likely to change later this year. As an NQSW, you will be supported to develop your practice within this evolving landscape, with a strong ASYE programme and clear professional guidance. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about team vacancies during the selection process. When applying, please indicate which of the geographical area(s), you would be willing to work in: Northeast area office based in Weybridge, covering Elmbridge, Spelthorne and Epsom & Ewell Southeast area office based in Reigate, covering Reigate & Banstead, Tandridge & Mole Valley. Northwest area office based in Woking, covering Woking, Surrey Heath & Runnymede. Southwest area office based in Guildford covering Guildford & Waverley. You will be required to travel to the office where your team is based and within a geographical area to undertake direct work with children, young people and families, to attend meetings and training as required. When not working with our children and families in the community, we support agile working with a combination of home and office working. We are keen to get the balance right of providing flexibility whilst maximising learning opportunities for you as a Newly Qualified Social Worker and responding to service needs. We invite you to discuss this with us further at interview. About Our ASYE Programme: Our programme is well established and well resourced, supported by a capable team of experienced social work staff and managers. Across the 12 month programme you can expect regular reflective supervision from both your Team Manager and ASYE Assessor who will guide and support you to develop your knowledge base. You will have the opportunity to develop your professional skills and confidence for a career in frontline social work. Our latest Ofsted inspection judged our Childrens Services as 'Good' The report recognises that "Staff are well-trained and committed, feel highly valued and are proud to work in Surrey." Upon successful completion of the ASYE programme with us, there will be an opportunity to progress your career with Surrey County Council and tap into our Post-Qualifying Year 2 programme which supports you beyond the completion of your ASYE. You are able to find out more about what Surrey has to offer by visiting our Surrey Children's Services Academy web page. NQSWs who undertake the ASYE programme with Surrey will have access to: Induction and Support A comprehensive ASYE Academy Induction programme and Team Induction. Allocated Advanced Social Worker as ASYE Assessor, in addition to the operational Team Manager. Graduated Supervision offer with increased support in the first six months. Graduated workload reaching a 90% allocation by the end of programme. Monthly one-to-one or group reflective supervision with ASYE Assessor. Access to our Children's Quality Practice and Performance Service to develop skills in social work practice. Monthly ASYE Learning Events focusing on Post Qualifying Standards (KSS). Two days a month Protected Development Time. Access to Community Care inform and Care Knowledge learning platforms. Access to Surrey Safeguarding Children's Partnership training programme, our wider Academy learning & development offer, plus bespoke Court Skills for Social Workers & Domestic Abuse training for NQSWs. Access to a secure SharePoint hub for collaborative working and access to up-to-date resources. Other Benefits: 28 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years' service (plus bank holidays) We pay your Social Work England registration fee for any registration period when you are employed with us. Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Parental, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents Shortlisting Criteria: In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours: You hold a Social Work qualification such as a Degree, Masters or Post Graduate Diploma in Social Work (or will be about to obtain any of these) You are (or will be) registering with Social Work England and have permission to work in the UK following your studies, without requiring employer visa sponsorship. Your experience of working with children, young people and their families, e.g. paid or voluntary work / transferable work experience skills / social work placements etc That you qualified within two years of the NQSW cohort commencing in October 2026 (If you qualified earlier than October 2024 your application will not be considered) You hold a current valid full UK driving licence and will have access to a vehicle when taking up employment with us Surrey has both urban and rural areas, and you will be expected to have a valid driving licence to drive in the UK and access to a vehicle and be willing to travel across a wide geographical area. Reasonable adjustments where needed will be made for successful applicants who have a disability or long term health condition to enable them to fulfil the requirements of the job. Contact Us: Please contact us for any questions relating to the role via email at . This could be to discuss reasonable adjustments, understanding of the ASYE programme or Children's Services structures in Surrey and the opportunities available to you. The job advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday the 31st of May 2026 with shortlisting planned for W/C the 1st of June 2026. If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview at one of our area offices. Interviews are planned to take place W/C 15th & W/C 22nd of June 2026. An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Project/Service Delivery Manager for our client a government organisation in Honiton, East Devon The successful post holder will manage the Programme and Strategies team, to lead on the project management of key corporate projects, the development and embedding of a programme/project management framework and structure that ensures sufficient oversight of corporate projects, the transformation journey including Local Government Reorganisation and leading on corporate risk, climate change and economic development. This role is a temporary contract initially for 6 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 2 days minimum required in the office per week. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Development, implementation and monitoring of a programme/project management framework across the organistion. Provision of strategic project management and risk advice and expertise to assist councillors (including the Chair, Leader, and Cabinet), the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and individual services. Provide effective oversight of key projects and programmes, ensuring alignment between the Plan, Directorate Plans and service delivery and that key strategies are implemented. Strategic co-ordination and delivery of economic development , including employment growth, inward investment and the deployment of funding streams in line with the Council's Economic Development Strategy. Lead development and delivery of strategies and plans relating to programme/project management, risk, economic development and climate change including promoting the development of a low carbon economy. Maintain the organisation's risk register, providing advice and updates to the ELT, SLT and councillors as required including escalation of key risks as required. Champion the organisation's climate change ambitions and drive the implementation of the Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan. Work towards a net zero position for the organisation by 2040 and contributing towards the Devon Carbon Plan. Providing regular updates and reports to ELT and the project board in relation to corporate projects, ensuring they are informed of progress, risks and budgetary compliance. Attendance at Cabinet and other Committees to present reports and respond to questions on complex and politically sensitive matters. Lead and develop the Programmes and Strategies team, nurturing a culture of learning, continuous improvement. Personal Requirements: Degree level qualification and/or equivalent demonstrable vocational experience. Project Management qualification or clearly demonstrated experience of managing large scale projects. Substantial experience and understanding of project and programme management disciplines. Knowledge of how to achieve outcomes in a large and complex organization involving multiple stakeholders. Strong financial and risk acumen with experience in managing large and complex projects. Good understanding of the role and function of local government. Previous experience in a senior management role. Managing projects to successful outcomes, including procurement, bidding for funding, service planning and budget and risk management. Working Hours: 36hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £40.00 per hour Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
May 15, 2026
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Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Project/Service Delivery Manager for our client a government organisation in Honiton, East Devon The successful post holder will manage the Programme and Strategies team, to lead on the project management of key corporate projects, the development and embedding of a programme/project management framework and structure that ensures sufficient oversight of corporate projects, the transformation journey including Local Government Reorganisation and leading on corporate risk, climate change and economic development. This role is a temporary contract initially for 6 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with 2 days minimum required in the office per week. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Development, implementation and monitoring of a programme/project management framework across the organistion. Provision of strategic project management and risk advice and expertise to assist councillors (including the Chair, Leader, and Cabinet), the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and individual services. Provide effective oversight of key projects and programmes, ensuring alignment between the Plan, Directorate Plans and service delivery and that key strategies are implemented. Strategic co-ordination and delivery of economic development , including employment growth, inward investment and the deployment of funding streams in line with the Council's Economic Development Strategy. Lead development and delivery of strategies and plans relating to programme/project management, risk, economic development and climate change including promoting the development of a low carbon economy. Maintain the organisation's risk register, providing advice and updates to the ELT, SLT and councillors as required including escalation of key risks as required. Champion the organisation's climate change ambitions and drive the implementation of the Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan. Work towards a net zero position for the organisation by 2040 and contributing towards the Devon Carbon Plan. Providing regular updates and reports to ELT and the project board in relation to corporate projects, ensuring they are informed of progress, risks and budgetary compliance. Attendance at Cabinet and other Committees to present reports and respond to questions on complex and politically sensitive matters. Lead and develop the Programmes and Strategies team, nurturing a culture of learning, continuous improvement. Personal Requirements: Degree level qualification and/or equivalent demonstrable vocational experience. Project Management qualification or clearly demonstrated experience of managing large scale projects. Substantial experience and understanding of project and programme management disciplines. Knowledge of how to achieve outcomes in a large and complex organization involving multiple stakeholders. Strong financial and risk acumen with experience in managing large and complex projects. Good understanding of the role and function of local government. Previous experience in a senior management role. Managing projects to successful outcomes, including procurement, bidding for funding, service planning and budget and risk management. Working Hours: 36hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £40.00 per hour Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation Location: Hackney Job Type: Temporary Full Time Rate: £600 per day We are seeking an experienced and strategic transformation leader to support the Assistant Director in shaping and delivering the Council s corporate transformation programme. This role will play a key part in driving organisational change, improving services for residents, and embedding a culture of innovation across the Council. Key Responsibilities Support the development and delivery of the Council s transformation strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and national best practice. Provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of transformation projects and programmes, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards. Champion effective change management approaches to ensure successful adoption and long-term sustainability of transformation outcomes. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing transformation team, including Delivery Managers, Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Change Managers. Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams across the Council to drive successful programme delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including the Chief Executive, Corporate Leadership Team, Directors, Mayor, Cabinet Members, and partner organisations. Promote a One Council approach to transformation and continuous improvement. Essential Experience Proven track record of developing and delivering large-scale transformation programmes within a local authority environment. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams of up to 15 FTE. Strong knowledge of recognised project and programme management methodologies, such as PRINCE2, Agile, and MSP. Excellent understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing local government, with the ability to translate strategic objectives into practical delivery plans. Demonstrable experience influencing and engaging senior stakeholders, including elected members and external partners. To find out more information please contact (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency
May 15, 2026
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Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation Location: Hackney Job Type: Temporary Full Time Rate: £600 per day We are seeking an experienced and strategic transformation leader to support the Assistant Director in shaping and delivering the Council s corporate transformation programme. This role will play a key part in driving organisational change, improving services for residents, and embedding a culture of innovation across the Council. Key Responsibilities Support the development and delivery of the Council s transformation strategy, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and national best practice. Provide strategic leadership across a portfolio of transformation projects and programmes, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and to agreed quality standards. Champion effective change management approaches to ensure successful adoption and long-term sustainability of transformation outcomes. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing transformation team, including Delivery Managers, Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Change Managers. Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams across the Council to drive successful programme delivery. Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including the Chief Executive, Corporate Leadership Team, Directors, Mayor, Cabinet Members, and partner organisations. Promote a One Council approach to transformation and continuous improvement. Essential Experience Proven track record of developing and delivering large-scale transformation programmes within a local authority environment. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams of up to 15 FTE. Strong knowledge of recognised project and programme management methodologies, such as PRINCE2, Agile, and MSP. Excellent understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing local government, with the ability to translate strategic objectives into practical delivery plans. Demonstrable experience influencing and engaging senior stakeholders, including elected members and external partners. To find out more information please contact (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency
Connect2Hackney are searching for a Strategic Lead for Corporate Transformation to join the London Borough of Hackney. In this pivotal role, you will support the Assistant Director to shape and execute the Council's overall transformation programme. You won't just be managing projects; you'll be embedding a culture of innovation and ensuring our services deliver the highest quality outcomes for our residents. Key Responsibilities Provide direction to a complex portfolio of transformation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing multi-disciplinary team of up to 15 FTE, including Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Change Managers. Build strong, influential relationships with the Chief Executive, Corporate Leadership Team, and the Mayor to ensure a "one council" approach to change. Use service redesign and targeted change techniques to stimulate positive behavioural shifts across the organisation. Act as a key advisor to senior managers on emerging models, best practices, and Government initiatives. About You We are looking for a resilient leader who understands the unique political landscape of local government and thrives under pressure. Essential Experience & Skills: Demonstrable experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes within a local authority. Practical application of recognised methodologies such as Prince2, Agile, or MSP . Proven experience in enabling culture change and engaging senior stakeholders and elected members. A commitment to working in a user- and resident-focused way, with exceptional communication skills to translate complex info for any audience. Strong analytical skills with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Why Hackney? At Hackney, we model our values and behaviours in everything we do. You will be joining a forward-thinking directorate committed to diversity, equality, and the health and safety of all our employees. This is your chance to deliver impactful change in one of London's most dynamic boroughs. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 15, 2026
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Connect2Hackney are searching for a Strategic Lead for Corporate Transformation to join the London Borough of Hackney. In this pivotal role, you will support the Assistant Director to shape and execute the Council's overall transformation programme. You won't just be managing projects; you'll be embedding a culture of innovation and ensuring our services deliver the highest quality outcomes for our residents. Key Responsibilities Provide direction to a complex portfolio of transformation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing multi-disciplinary team of up to 15 FTE, including Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Change Managers. Build strong, influential relationships with the Chief Executive, Corporate Leadership Team, and the Mayor to ensure a "one council" approach to change. Use service redesign and targeted change techniques to stimulate positive behavioural shifts across the organisation. Act as a key advisor to senior managers on emerging models, best practices, and Government initiatives. About You We are looking for a resilient leader who understands the unique political landscape of local government and thrives under pressure. Essential Experience & Skills: Demonstrable experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes within a local authority. Practical application of recognised methodologies such as Prince2, Agile, or MSP . Proven experience in enabling culture change and engaging senior stakeholders and elected members. A commitment to working in a user- and resident-focused way, with exceptional communication skills to translate complex info for any audience. Strong analytical skills with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Why Hackney? At Hackney, we model our values and behaviours in everything we do. You will be joining a forward-thinking directorate committed to diversity, equality, and the health and safety of all our employees. This is your chance to deliver impactful change in one of London's most dynamic boroughs. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation £600 per day Umbrella (£445.25 PAYE) London Hybrid Working 6-Month Contract (Potential Extension) We are currently supporting a large and high-profile London-based public sector organisation in the appointment of an experienced Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation to support the delivery of a major corporate transformation agenda. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced transformation professional with a strong track record of delivering large-scale organisational change, service improvement, and culture change programmes within complex public sector or local government environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and delivering transformation initiatives across multiple business areas, working closely with senior leadership teams to drive organisational improvement, operational effectiveness, and resident-focused outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex organisational transformation programmes across multiple workstreams Drive service redesign, operational improvement, and culture change initiatives Support the development and implementation of corporate transformation strategies and delivery plans Provide leadership to multidisciplinary transformation teams including Programme Managers, Business Analysts, Delivery Managers, and Change professionals Establish and maintain effective programme governance, reporting, risk, and benefits management frameworks Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders including Executive Leadership Teams, Directors, and external partners Champion best practice programme delivery and change management methodologies across the organisation Support strategic decision-making through insight, analysis, and delivery assurance Key Requirements: Proven experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes within local government, public sector, or similarly complex environments Strong background in organisational change, operating model redesign, and service transformation Experience leading multidisciplinary programme and transformation teams Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at executive and board level Strong understanding of governance, programme delivery, benefits realisation, and change management frameworks Experience working within politically sensitive or highly regulated environments Relevant programme/project management qualifications such as MSP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-impact transformation programme within a forward-thinking organisation undergoing significant change. To discuss the opportunity further or to be considered, please apply with your updated CV.
May 15, 2026
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Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation £600 per day Umbrella (£445.25 PAYE) London Hybrid Working 6-Month Contract (Potential Extension) We are currently supporting a large and high-profile London-based public sector organisation in the appointment of an experienced Strategic Lead Corporate Transformation to support the delivery of a major corporate transformation agenda. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced transformation professional with a strong track record of delivering large-scale organisational change, service improvement, and culture change programmes within complex public sector or local government environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and delivering transformation initiatives across multiple business areas, working closely with senior leadership teams to drive organisational improvement, operational effectiveness, and resident-focused outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of complex organisational transformation programmes across multiple workstreams Drive service redesign, operational improvement, and culture change initiatives Support the development and implementation of corporate transformation strategies and delivery plans Provide leadership to multidisciplinary transformation teams including Programme Managers, Business Analysts, Delivery Managers, and Change professionals Establish and maintain effective programme governance, reporting, risk, and benefits management frameworks Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders including Executive Leadership Teams, Directors, and external partners Champion best practice programme delivery and change management methodologies across the organisation Support strategic decision-making through insight, analysis, and delivery assurance Key Requirements: Proven experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes within local government, public sector, or similarly complex environments Strong background in organisational change, operating model redesign, and service transformation Experience leading multidisciplinary programme and transformation teams Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at executive and board level Strong understanding of governance, programme delivery, benefits realisation, and change management frameworks Experience working within politically sensitive or highly regulated environments Relevant programme/project management qualifications such as MSP, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-impact transformation programme within a forward-thinking organisation undergoing significant change. To discuss the opportunity further or to be considered, please apply with your updated CV.
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Technology Project Manager on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their HR Business Support and Recruitment department. Main purpose of position: The Technology Project Manager will be responsible for delivering on a range of projects to ensure that projects deliver, maintain their business focus and that risk is appropriately identified and managed. One of the most important roles of the Project Manager is the engagement with the service stakeholders in the process. The Project Manager will lead and manage this relationship to ensure a successful and embedded project outcome. Support the achievement of Transformation & Digital, Data and Technology Programme savings. You will be responsible to: Develop, establish, plan, co-ordinate and manage multiple projects streams to time, budget and high quality to enable the successful implementation of systems. Develop and implement a detailed project plan and produce all relevant documentation including, but not limited to, Service Specifications, Project Plans, Task Summaries, Risk Registers, Issue Logs, Consultation & Implementation Plans, Integrated Impact Assessments and Progress & Status Reports. Lead and manage the day to day operational and tactical aspects of the project, take the appropriate action and make timely decisions, maintaining a focus on delivery of identified outcomes, value for money and efficiency savings, supported by 1 Data Support Officers. Engage, develop and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant colleagues and key stakeholders across the Council and with relevant partners to ensure a co-ordinated service and cross cutting approach to project delivery. Ensure all stakeholders remain committed to the programme and projects throughout its course and that disputed issues are escalated appropriately to bring resolution. Produce and present project and programme reports for Directorate Management Teams, Corporate Leadership Management Team, Joint Board, Policy Group and the Council's Executive and Scrutiny Committees, and to represent the Department at these and other strategic meetings if required. Support and develop a training programme for all staff involved in the systems implementation across the council. Skills and Experience: In depth experience of multiple successfully delivered and management of complex projects Experience working with Children's Directorate for a Local Authority Experience of working in the public sector Proven experience in risk, change and stakeholder engagement and management Ability to develop clear project plans, business cases and project documentation Substantial communication skills including ability to consult, challenge, influence and negotiate effectively with a wide range of people Able to plan and organise, own workload and work of others, to manage a cross departmental systems support team, to meet constant and often conflicting demands Ability to work effectively as part of a team in order to mentor and develop others and meet conflicting work demands, targets and deadlines Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft project) etc Prince 2 Project Management Qualification or equivalent experience Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management Knowledge of project management techniques and tools About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
May 15, 2026
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Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Technology Project Manager on behalf of Luton Borough Council within their HR Business Support and Recruitment department. Main purpose of position: The Technology Project Manager will be responsible for delivering on a range of projects to ensure that projects deliver, maintain their business focus and that risk is appropriately identified and managed. One of the most important roles of the Project Manager is the engagement with the service stakeholders in the process. The Project Manager will lead and manage this relationship to ensure a successful and embedded project outcome. Support the achievement of Transformation & Digital, Data and Technology Programme savings. You will be responsible to: Develop, establish, plan, co-ordinate and manage multiple projects streams to time, budget and high quality to enable the successful implementation of systems. Develop and implement a detailed project plan and produce all relevant documentation including, but not limited to, Service Specifications, Project Plans, Task Summaries, Risk Registers, Issue Logs, Consultation & Implementation Plans, Integrated Impact Assessments and Progress & Status Reports. Lead and manage the day to day operational and tactical aspects of the project, take the appropriate action and make timely decisions, maintaining a focus on delivery of identified outcomes, value for money and efficiency savings, supported by 1 Data Support Officers. Engage, develop and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant colleagues and key stakeholders across the Council and with relevant partners to ensure a co-ordinated service and cross cutting approach to project delivery. Ensure all stakeholders remain committed to the programme and projects throughout its course and that disputed issues are escalated appropriately to bring resolution. Produce and present project and programme reports for Directorate Management Teams, Corporate Leadership Management Team, Joint Board, Policy Group and the Council's Executive and Scrutiny Committees, and to represent the Department at these and other strategic meetings if required. Support and develop a training programme for all staff involved in the systems implementation across the council. Skills and Experience: In depth experience of multiple successfully delivered and management of complex projects Experience working with Children's Directorate for a Local Authority Experience of working in the public sector Proven experience in risk, change and stakeholder engagement and management Ability to develop clear project plans, business cases and project documentation Substantial communication skills including ability to consult, challenge, influence and negotiate effectively with a wide range of people Able to plan and organise, own workload and work of others, to manage a cross departmental systems support team, to meet constant and often conflicting demands Ability to work effectively as part of a team in order to mentor and develop others and meet conflicting work demands, targets and deadlines Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft project) etc Prince 2 Project Management Qualification or equivalent experience Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management Knowledge of project management techniques and tools About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Project Manager - Housing Management System Transformation Location: Hybrid - Portsmouth with flexible remote working Contract: 24-Month Programme Start Date: Summer 2026 Pay rate : 450 per day Umbrella rate. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major Housing Management System (HMS) transformation programme. The project will replace multiple legacy systems with a modern cloud-hosted platform, improving services, data quality, compliance, and customer experience for over 15,000 households across Portsmouth. Key Responsibilities Lead the full lifecycle delivery of the HMS transformation programme from mobilisation through to go-live and post-implementation support. Manage programme governance including planning, budgets, risks, issues, reporting, change control, and stakeholder engagement. Act as the key interface between Housing, IT, Data, Procurement, Finance, suppliers, and delivery partners. Oversee data migration, integrations, testing, cutover planning, organisational readiness, and transition into BAU support. Ensure compliance with IT governance, GDPR, cyber security, and housing regulatory requirements. Essential Experience Proven experience delivering complex IT and digital transformation projects, ideally within Housing or Local Government. Experience with Housing Management Systems such as NEC Housing, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar enterprise platforms. Strong background in SaaS implementations, data migration, supplier management, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Knowledge of housing operations including tenancy management, repairs, rents, allocations, and compliance processes. Desirable PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent certification. Experience with system integrations, reporting tools, and digital transformation programmes. Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile transformation programme with strong organisational backing and long-term impact across housing services. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 15, 2026
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Project Manager - Housing Management System Transformation Location: Hybrid - Portsmouth with flexible remote working Contract: 24-Month Programme Start Date: Summer 2026 Pay rate : 450 per day Umbrella rate. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major Housing Management System (HMS) transformation programme. The project will replace multiple legacy systems with a modern cloud-hosted platform, improving services, data quality, compliance, and customer experience for over 15,000 households across Portsmouth. Key Responsibilities Lead the full lifecycle delivery of the HMS transformation programme from mobilisation through to go-live and post-implementation support. Manage programme governance including planning, budgets, risks, issues, reporting, change control, and stakeholder engagement. Act as the key interface between Housing, IT, Data, Procurement, Finance, suppliers, and delivery partners. Oversee data migration, integrations, testing, cutover planning, organisational readiness, and transition into BAU support. Ensure compliance with IT governance, GDPR, cyber security, and housing regulatory requirements. Essential Experience Proven experience delivering complex IT and digital transformation projects, ideally within Housing or Local Government. Experience with Housing Management Systems such as NEC Housing, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar enterprise platforms. Strong background in SaaS implementations, data migration, supplier management, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Knowledge of housing operations including tenancy management, repairs, rents, allocations, and compliance processes. Desirable PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent certification. Experience with system integrations, reporting tools, and digital transformation programmes. Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile transformation programme with strong organisational backing and long-term impact across housing services. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
This role has a starting salary of £23,571 - £25 587.50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
May 15, 2026
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £23,571 - £25 587.50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You: 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
This role has a starting salary of 23,571 - .50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
May 14, 2026
Contractor
This role has a starting salary of 23,571 - .50 per annum based on a 18 hour working week. This is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027. For SCC permanent team members, this role will be a secondment. Within our Design and Transformation Service, we have several vacancies for Project Managers, that will work as part of our Delivery team to support the Devolution & Local Government Reorganisation programme - the largest change to the local government landscape in 50 years. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role This role manages key projects that drive the Council's transformation, ensuring delivery within time, scope, and budget while aligning with strategic priorities. You will work with Programme Managers and cross-functional teams to plan projects, manage resources, and implement change for safe, compliant, and efficient unitary authorities. Tracking milestones, you'll report progress, risks, and issues to senior leaders, and proactively address challenges. The position requires effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle and maintaining up-to-date documentation such as plans, schedules, and reports, all in line with programme goals and expected transformative outcomes. About Us The design and transformation teams are dedicated to shaping, driving, and facilitating sustainable change and improvement for residents in Surrey. By partnering with, challenging, and supporting our stakeholders, we strive to achieve better outcomes for our residents, against a challenging financial context. Our Design & Transformation service is a hub of innovation and improvement, driving strategic change across Surrey County Council. The team is structured into three key areas: Design -focusing on service and business redesign Transformation -delivering change programmes and projects Data -enabling evidence-based decision-making We work in a fast-paced, agile environment, collaborating across departments to deliver high-impact transformation initiatives. Our mission is to improve outcomes for residents, enhance efficiency, and embed a culture of continuous improvement. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence the following skills: Solid professional knowledge supported by relevant qualifications and experience. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills across varied environments. Demonstrated success in managing and delivering complex public sector projects and change initiatives. Advanced analytical abilities, using data and judgment to solve problems and improve processes. Able to lead confidently, work independently, and collaborate effectively for lasting impact. Local Government Reorganisation experience Experience working with/in Adult Social Care, Public Health, or Commissioning To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions: Looking at our advert and considering Surrey County Council's commitment to ensuring that "no one is left behind",please tell us what it is about the Project Manager role within the Local Government Reorganisation team that has motivated you to apply? Please tell us about the relevant experience or transferable skills you have that will enable you to successfully manage complex change projects and collaborate effectively with senior officers, partners, and stakeholders across Surrey County Council? What three qualities do you have that would make you a successful Project Manager, and how do these qualities support Surrey County Council's culture of collaboration, inclusivity, and adaptability during this significant transformation programme? The job advert closes at 23:59 on 21st May 2026 with interviews planned to follow. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Commitment Wording We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
Interim Senior HR Advisor (Reform Work) - Uxbridge (Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days home) - £275 - £325 Per Day Umbrella - 6 months initially (with strong potential to extend) PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITHIN SOCIAL CARE, CHILDREN'S SERVICES, LOCAL AUTHORITY OR WIDER PUBLIC SECTOR ENVIRONMENTS IS HIGHLY DESIRABLE. About the Client Our client is a well-established organisation within Local Government, supporting essential services across the borough. With a workforce of approximately 325 employees, they are navigating a significant period of transformation and operational change linked to evolving service and legislative requirements . They pride themselves on open communication, collaboration and building trusted relationships across the organisation. About the Job This is a key interim opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor to support a large-scale transformation and reform programme within a fast-paced and complex environment. Working closely with HR leadership and operational managers, you will play a central role in supporting organisational change, complex employee relations activity and service transformation initiatives . Providing expert guidance on complex employee relations matters including absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance cases Supporting transformation, restructuring and organisational change projects , including consultations, job redesign and potential redundancies Advising managers through legislative and operational changes impacting service delivery Supporting the implementation of new policies, processes and reform-related initiatives Building management confidence and providing practical HR support within a challenging operational environment Managing multiple interconnected HR projects simultaneously within a fast-paced setting Utilising HR systems, including Agresso, to maintain accurate employee data and reporting Working collaboratively with stakeholders, unions and wider HR teams to support successful change outcomes About the Successful Applicant You will be an experienced HR professional with strong ER and organisational change experience, ideally gained within social care, children's services, local authority or wider public sector settings . You will have experience supporting transformation or reform programmes linked to legislative or operational change and be confident operating independently within a complex environment. Experience within unionised environments and supporting managers through sensitive change processes would be highly advantageous. We are particularly interested in candidates who understand the practical impact of social care reform and can quickly build credibility with managers and stakeholders. What You Will Receive in Return You will join a supportive HR team during a critical period of transformation, gaining exposure to meaningful change projects and strategic HR activity. This assignment offers flexible hybrid working, a collaborative environment and the opportunity to make a genuine impact, with strong potential for extension. How to Proceed If this Interim Senior HR Advisor (ER & Reform Programs) opportunity has sparked your interest, I'd love to hear from you! Please contact Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald or apply via the designated portal. Your next interim opportunity awaits! Interim Senior HR Advisor (Reform Work) - Uxbridge (Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days home) - £275 - £325 Per Day Umbrella - 6 months initially (with strong potential to extend)
May 14, 2026
Contractor
Interim Senior HR Advisor (Reform Work) - Uxbridge (Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days home) - £275 - £325 Per Day Umbrella - 6 months initially (with strong potential to extend) PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITHIN SOCIAL CARE, CHILDREN'S SERVICES, LOCAL AUTHORITY OR WIDER PUBLIC SECTOR ENVIRONMENTS IS HIGHLY DESIRABLE. About the Client Our client is a well-established organisation within Local Government, supporting essential services across the borough. With a workforce of approximately 325 employees, they are navigating a significant period of transformation and operational change linked to evolving service and legislative requirements . They pride themselves on open communication, collaboration and building trusted relationships across the organisation. About the Job This is a key interim opportunity for an experienced HR Advisor to support a large-scale transformation and reform programme within a fast-paced and complex environment. Working closely with HR leadership and operational managers, you will play a central role in supporting organisational change, complex employee relations activity and service transformation initiatives . Providing expert guidance on complex employee relations matters including absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance cases Supporting transformation, restructuring and organisational change projects , including consultations, job redesign and potential redundancies Advising managers through legislative and operational changes impacting service delivery Supporting the implementation of new policies, processes and reform-related initiatives Building management confidence and providing practical HR support within a challenging operational environment Managing multiple interconnected HR projects simultaneously within a fast-paced setting Utilising HR systems, including Agresso, to maintain accurate employee data and reporting Working collaboratively with stakeholders, unions and wider HR teams to support successful change outcomes About the Successful Applicant You will be an experienced HR professional with strong ER and organisational change experience, ideally gained within social care, children's services, local authority or wider public sector settings . You will have experience supporting transformation or reform programmes linked to legislative or operational change and be confident operating independently within a complex environment. Experience within unionised environments and supporting managers through sensitive change processes would be highly advantageous. We are particularly interested in candidates who understand the practical impact of social care reform and can quickly build credibility with managers and stakeholders. What You Will Receive in Return You will join a supportive HR team during a critical period of transformation, gaining exposure to meaningful change projects and strategic HR activity. This assignment offers flexible hybrid working, a collaborative environment and the opportunity to make a genuine impact, with strong potential for extension. How to Proceed If this Interim Senior HR Advisor (ER & Reform Programs) opportunity has sparked your interest, I'd love to hear from you! Please contact Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald or apply via the designated portal. Your next interim opportunity awaits! Interim Senior HR Advisor (Reform Work) - Uxbridge (Hybrid 3 days office / 2 days home) - £275 - £325 Per Day Umbrella - 6 months initially (with strong potential to extend)
Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced learning and Development professional to join their team. This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right applicant You will Develop and implement a Council-wide Learning & Development strategy as part of the wider workforce plan aligned with corporate priorities, workforce planning, and transformation goals. Lead the design and delivery of programmes that enhance managerial skills and capabilities across all levels of management. Embed values, behaviours, and EDI principles into all learning initiatives. Conduct training needs analyses (TNA) to identify organisational, team, and individual development requirements. Commission and evaluate high-quality, cost-effective training solutions that support continuous improvement. Oversee the development and delivery of the annual corporate training programme, including statutory and mandatory training. Lead the implementation, continuous improvement, and oversight of the Council's Performance Development Review (PDR) and 1:1 framework, ensuring it supports effective performance management, employee engagement, and alignment with organisational goals. Lead the development and coordination of the Council's apprenticeship scheme, ensuring alignment with workforce planning and funding opportunities. Promote career pathways and early career development initiatives, working closely with HR Business Partners and Heads of Service to identify talent pipelines and support succession planning across the organisation. Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accurate training records and reporting, and support the effective use of iTrent for tracking and reporting learning and development activities. Use data and feedback to evaluate the impact of L&D initiatives and inform strategic decisions. Contribute to HR KPIs and workforce dashboards. Support the Head of Service in setting, monitoring, and maintaining the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic priorities. Develop and manage contracts with external training providers Work closely with HR Business Partners, EDI leads, and internal communications to ensure L&D supports wider organisational goals. Represent the Council at internal and external meetings and networks related to learning and development. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35 2 DAYS ATTENDANCE AT OFFICE ESSENTIAL
May 13, 2026
Seasonal
Our client is a large local government organisation and looking for an experienced learning and Development professional to join their team. This is initially a 3 month contract which may be extended for the right applicant You will Develop and implement a Council-wide Learning & Development strategy as part of the wider workforce plan aligned with corporate priorities, workforce planning, and transformation goals. Lead the design and delivery of programmes that enhance managerial skills and capabilities across all levels of management. Embed values, behaviours, and EDI principles into all learning initiatives. Conduct training needs analyses (TNA) to identify organisational, team, and individual development requirements. Commission and evaluate high-quality, cost-effective training solutions that support continuous improvement. Oversee the development and delivery of the annual corporate training programme, including statutory and mandatory training. Lead the implementation, continuous improvement, and oversight of the Council's Performance Development Review (PDR) and 1:1 framework, ensuring it supports effective performance management, employee engagement, and alignment with organisational goals. Lead the development and coordination of the Council's apprenticeship scheme, ensuring alignment with workforce planning and funding opportunities. Promote career pathways and early career development initiatives, working closely with HR Business Partners and Heads of Service to identify talent pipelines and support succession planning across the organisation. Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accurate training records and reporting, and support the effective use of iTrent for tracking and reporting learning and development activities. Use data and feedback to evaluate the impact of L&D initiatives and inform strategic decisions. Contribute to HR KPIs and workforce dashboards. Support the Head of Service in setting, monitoring, and maintaining the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic priorities. Develop and manage contracts with external training providers Work closely with HR Business Partners, EDI leads, and internal communications to ensure L&D supports wider organisational goals. Represent the Council at internal and external meetings and networks related to learning and development. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS INSIDE SCOPE OF IR35 2 DAYS ATTENDANCE AT OFFICE ESSENTIAL
