Head of Transformation – Interim

About the role

This interim position leads the Projects Service within West Berkshire Council's Transformation, Customer & ICT Department. You will provide strategic leadership, advise senior officials and elected members, and drive key corporate projects that support the council's strategic priorities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Projects Service, ensuring delivery of strategic transformation and change programmes.
• Provide strategic advice to the Service Director, Executive Director, Corporate Board and elected Members.
• Act as the Council's principal adviser across the service area and deputise for the Service Director when required.
• Develop service strategies, policies and improvement initiatives.
• Manage and develop a multidisciplinary team, ensuring effective resource planning and service delivery.
• Contribute to the wider leadership of the Transformation, Customer & ICT Department and drive continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Significant senior leadership experience within a local authority or public sector environment.
• Extensive experience leading transformation and change programmes.
• Strong programme and project management expertise.
• Proven ability to manage professional teams and deliver strategic objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong communication and collaborative, commercially‑aware approach.

Required skills

What we offer

• £388 per day PAYE.
• Hybrid working (approximately 40% office based).
• 37‑hour working week.
• High‑profile strategic interim assignment with opportunity to make a genuine impact.