Job Description

Job Introduction

Deliver the transformation portfolio shaping the future of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority.

Are you an experienced programme and transformation leader ready to drive high-impact organisational change? Join us at a pivotal moment for the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA), where your work will help lay the foundations for long-term success, both inside our organisation and across the wider region we serve.


As

Head of Transformation Programmes for the MCA

, you will lead the delivery of our

Organisational Improvement Plan (OIP),

a cross-functional portfolio designed to enhance our capability at all levels, modernise our systems and processes, and embed a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement and help us to deliver our Mayor's priorities.

What You'll Do

The Head of Transformation Programmes will lead a small, high-performing cross-functional team, coordinating transformation activity across HR, Finance, Digital, and other enabling services. Reporting to the Assistant Chief Executive, you will ensure that our change programme is well-governed, strategically aligned, well communicated and consistently delivers measurable outcomes.


The role will combine structured programme management with agile approaches, driving reform and change with discipline, transparency, and stakeholder engagement at every level.

What You'll Bring

Strategic Delivery Leadership

A proven track record of managing large-scale transformation portfolios in complex environments, with a strong focus on impact and outcomes.

Change and Engagement Expertise

Ability to engage and align senior leaders, delivery teams and services -- ensuring transformation is inclusive, well-understood, and embraced across the organisation.

Programme and Project Management Skills

Deep experience with structured methodologies (e.g. MSP, PRINCE2, Agile), coupled with the ability to tailor approaches to suit changing needs.

Collaborative Influencing Style

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, able to work across internal teams and external partners to maintain momentum and remove barriers to delivery.

Hands-On, Delivery-Focused Approach

Willingness to get into the detail where needed -- solving problems, clarifying ambiguity, and driving accountability for results.



The closing date for this role is Thursday 21 August and interviews are currently planned for the week of Monday 01 September, although this may change.


Please note this vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications so please don't wait to apply. If you have started your application, we'll give you notice of the new closing date by email.


The salary for this role is 72,424 to 79,895.

For More Information

If this feels like your next role and that you can bring transformation and excellence to our organisational ways of working, please apply and tell us why you'd be a great fit. Please see the job description for more information.


If you have any questions about the role or would like to have an informal conversation with the hiring manager, please contact Kay Howick, Head of HR & OD at kay.howick@westofengland-ca.gov.uk


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About The Company

Our Offer

Alongside the opportunity to lead change, drive strategic initiatives, and make a real difference in the West of England, we offer an excellent benefits package including:

26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous or reckonable service. There is also the option to increase your annual leave with our annual leave purchase scheme. 1 day of paid leave each year to volunteer Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 15.3% Flexible, family friendly and hybrid working options to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We follow a hybrid working model with typically 2 or 3 days in the office each week Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England

The West of England is an amazing part of the world to live and work. We are based in a new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.


The salary for this role is 72,424 to 79,895. This is the full-time equivalent salary, and will be pro-rata for part-time. We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments for external candidates typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.


We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering you to thrive in your career. We prioritise your growth and success by providing a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. Our goal is to keep you motivated, equipped with essential skills, and confident in delivering excellent services.

Good Employment Charter

As a founding Member of the West of England Good Employment Charter and accredited Living Wage Employer, we're committed to creating a diverse environment where all our employees can thrive. We make sure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and we particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have an accessibility need, disability, condition or need any additional support that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Resourcing Team at Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.


Please note this vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications so please don't wait to apply. If you have started your application, we'll give you notice of the new closing date by email.


From a recruitment agency? We're not engaging with agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, with no obligation to pay agency fees.