Assistant Director for Transformation Programmes

Assistant Director for Transformation Programmes (officially known within the organisation as an Assistant Director of Major Programmes)A senior programme leadership role leading complex transformation, business change, programme governance, stakeholder engagement and benefits realisation across a large public sector organisation.If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Senior Transformation Programme Manager, Senior Programme Manager, Head of Change, Strategic Programme Manager, Programme Director, Business Change Programme Manager, Transformation Programme LeadSALARY: £71,202 - £77,495 per annum (Grade 16), LGPS employer pension contribution, (currently 18%), salary and pension value approximately £84,018 to £91,444 per annumLOCATION: Hybrid / Matlock, Derbyshire, East MidlandsJOB TYPE: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract (Due to finite funding 2 years from start date)WORKING HOURS: 37 Hours per WeekJOB OVERVIEWWe have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Assistant Director for Transformation Programmes.As the Assistant Director for Transformation Programmes you will lead large, complex transformation and business change programmes aligned to organisational priorities, including service transformation, efficiency, digital improvement, reform and local government reorganisation.This is a senior programme delivery role, working with senior sponsors, programme boards, partners and delivery teams to ensure programmes are well planned, governed, delivered and benefits-led.The Assistant Director for Transformation Programmes will bring structure, pace and confidence to complex change, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, programme governance, financial management and measurable outcomes.DUTIESYour duties as the Assistant Director for Transformation Programmes include:Programme Leadership: Lead the delivery of large, complex transformation and change programmes aligned to organisational prioritiesDelivery Planning: Develop and maintain integrated programme plans, including milestones, dependencies, risks, resources and progressBudget Management: Manage programme budgets, expenditure, forecasting and financial reportingPerformance Monitoring: Monitor and report programme performance, including risks, issues, stakeholder engagement and benefits realisationGovernance and Accountability: Work with sponsors, programme boards, senior leaders, partners and delivery teams to ensure clear governanceTeam Leadership: Lead, motivate and develop programme teams and delivery resources to maintain consistent, high-quality programme management practiceRisk Management: Establish and ensure robust management of programme procedures, including risk management, issue management, change control and communicationStakeholder Engagement: Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and delivery partnersContinuous Improvement: Help shape improved ways of working, ensuring transformation initiatives support current and future organisational needsCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTSPrevious experience leading large-scale, high-value and complex transformation or business change programmesProven experience delivering programmes in a dynamic, complex and challenging environmentStrong knowledge of programme and project management methodologies, governance, risk, change control and benefits realisationExperience working with senior leaders, boards, external partners and suppliers, including providing constructive professional challengeStrong financial and commercial awareness, with experience managing significant budgets, resources and competing prioritiesAbility to lead, motivate and develop programme teams, bringing structure, pace and confidence to complex delivery environmentsExperience developing and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levelsGood understanding of performance evaluation, planning, monitoring, reporting and risk managementAbility to influence and negotiate internally and externally at a senior levelDegree equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification and/or relevant experienceBENEFITS34 days annual leave plus bank holidays - up to 42 days paid leave per year - notional salary value of approximately £11,502 to £12,518Local Government Pension SchemeFlexi-time scheme for many of our rolesComprehensive wellbeing support, including occupational health, counselling and physiotherapy servicesLearning and development opportunities, including professional qualifications and career progressionAccess to rewards, offering discounts across travel, tech, groceries and moreCycle to Work and Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice schemesHOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. 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