Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsWell know independent charity based in Central LondonAre looking for a Head of Change to join the teamAbout Our ClientThe Head of Change leads the Foundation's strategic change portfolio, ensuring programmes are aligned to organisational priorities and delivered effectively. Reporting to the Director of Transformation, the role oversees the Change team, and drives a culture where change is understood, embraced and successfully implemented.Hybrid, permanent role, based in Central LondonJob DescriptionStrategic Change LeadershipLead the Foundation's strategic change programme, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.Establish and oversee change governance, providing challenge, direction and assurance.Partner with senior leaders to define change objectives and secure stakeholder commitment.Oversee organisational planning, performance monitoring and KPI delivery with the CFO.Promote a culture of change readiness, adaptability and continuous improvement.Programme & Portfolio ManagementOversee the delivery of strategic projects, ensuring consistency, quality and measurable outcomes.Develop and enhance project governance, reporting, assurance and delivery frameworks.Ensure appropriate resourcing across people, technology and budgets to support change.Monitor progress, evaluate impact and adapt approaches to achieve desired outcomes.Leadership & PeopleLead, develop and mentor a high-performing Change team.Drive collaboration and consistency in change management and project delivery practices across the organisation.Stakeholder Engagement & CommunicationBuild strong relationships with senior stakeholders to drive engagement and ownership.Lead change communications and engagement activities, ensuring clear and accessible messaging.Act as a trusted advisor, providing strategic insight, challenge and guidance.Change Management PracticeLead organisational change impact and readiness assessments.Develop training, coaching and support resources for leaders and teams.Embed consistent change methodologies, tools and frameworks across the organisation.Support organisational design, operating model development and capability planning.Financial & Risk ManagementManage programme and project budgets effectively.Identify and mitigate risks, issues and dependencies across the change portfolio.Ensure compliance with governance, audit and regulatory requirements.The Successful ApplicantSkills:Self-motivated, adaptable and values-driven, with a high level of integrity.Committed to continuous improvement, quality and attention to detail.Strong customer focus, delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities.Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, influence and challenge others.Highly analytical, able to translate complex issues into clear, actionable plans.Strong financial acumen, including experience managing significant budgets.Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous and collaborative environments.Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders, including Executive and Board-level audiences.Knowledge, Experience & QualificationsSignificant experience delivering large-scale transformation programmes within complex organisations.Experience of digital transformation, innovation initiatives and/or organisational design.Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide change and organisational readiness programmes.Demonstrable experience establishing and leading PMO functions.Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and driving cultural and behavioural change.Experience working within matrixed, multi-disciplinary and multi-site environments.Strong knowledge of recognised project and change management methodologies, such as Agile, PRINCE2, PMP, Prosci/ADKAR and CCMP.What's on OfferA competitive salary and benefits packageContactLucy McPhailQuote job refJN-072026-7056233Phone number+442072691740Job summaryJob functionNot for ProfitSubsectorHead of ChangeSectorNot For ProfitLocationCity of LondonContract typePermanentConsultant nameLucy McPhailConsultant phone+442072691740Job referenceJN-072026-7056233