• Location: Woodhatch Place, 11 Cockshot Hill, Reigate, RH2 8EF

Description

We are committed to the development of our workforce.This position is only available to applicants who already work for Surrey County Council.We thank you for your interest in our roles and would encourage you to review our vacancies which are open to all.

This role has a starting salary of £61,784 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.

This is a 24-month fixed term contract or secondment opportunity. For internal candidates, please discuss with your current Line Manager before submitting your application.

We are excited to be hiring a new Transition Manager to join our fantastic Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) based at Woodhatch Place in Reigate. This role is open to hybrid working and as a team we split our time between collaborating together in the office and working from home.

Rewards and Benefits

• 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), 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
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources

About the Role

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is embarking on a significant transformation journey as it disaggregates from Surrey County Council. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Transition Manager to lead and coordinate this complex and high-profile programme.

This pivotal role will oversee the development and delivery of the disaggregation programme, ensuring a smooth transition while maintaining the highest standards of fire and rescue services. You will be responsible for defining deliverables, managing multiple workstreams, and ensuring outcomes are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional who can bring clarity, structure, and leadership to a complex organisational change programme. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of Surrey Fire and Rescue Service. You'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering excellent outcomes for residents and transforming the way we work.

Key responsibilities for the Transition Manager:

• Develop and coordinate the SFRS programme plan, ensuring effective delivery across all workstreams
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure continuity of service throughout the transition
• Provide leadership and direction to support officers and project teams, ensuring effective delivery and escalation where needed
• Work closely with Surrey County Council programme team, Service Leadership Team, and other key partners

Shortlisting Criteria:

To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following:

• A recognised qualification in project or programme management with substantial experience in a project management role
• Strong understanding of complex organisational structures and how they relate to programme delivery
• Proven ability to manage large-scale programmes with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills at all levels
• Proactive and solution focused approach, with a strong grasp of risk management and mitigation strategies
• Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and teams

Although not essential, you would find it helpful to have experience, or awareness of, delivering devolution / Local Government Reorganisation.

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. For an informal discussion please contact Sally Wilson by e-mail at sally.wilson@surreycc.gov.uk .

The job advert closes at 23:59 on 20.08.2025 with interviews to follow.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

A basic DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role.

Local Government Reorganisation

Surrey County Council is preparing for Local Government Reorganisation which will allow us to implement the Government led policy of devolution, which is all about giving more powers to local areas.

Currently, Surrey has a two-tier council system, with 11 district and borough councils and a county council, all responsible for different services. All these councils will be reorganised into a smaller number of new unitary councils which will come into effect in April 2027. At this point, this role will be transferred, with all existing terms and conditions intact into one of the new unitary councils.

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Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applicants where:

• The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
• The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form

Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.

We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.