Head of Transformation (Organisational Improvement Plan)

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 to help us 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 activities 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, effectively 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 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 notify you 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 you believe 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 details.

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

Note: The full job description is available on our careers page; it is not linked here on LinkedIn.

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 of continuous or reckonable service. The option to purchase additional leave is available.
• 1 day paid leave annually to volunteer
• Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 15.3%
• Flexible, family-friendly, and hybrid working options, typically 2-3 days in the office each week
• Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England

The West of England is a wonderful place to live and work. Our office is located at 70 Redcliff Street, Bristol, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station, equipped with the latest technology.

The salary range for this role is £72,424 to £79,895, offered as a full-time equivalent; part-time candidates will receive a pro-rata salary. We typically start new external hires at the lowest salary point, with potential for progression based on skill and experience.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture, as a founding member of the West of England Good Employment Charter and an accredited Living Wage employer. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable adjustments to support your application process, please contact our Resourcing Team at Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk.

This vacancy may close early or be extended depending on application volume. We do not engage recruitment agencies for this role; unsolicited CVs from agencies will be considered the property of the MCA with no obligation to pay fees.

• Salary: £72,424 to £79,895
• Closing Date: 21 August 2025