Transformation & Improvement Lead

Transformation & Improvement Lead Contract | Inside IR35 | Up to £700 per day A large public sector organisation is seeking experienced Transformation & Improvement Leads to support the delivery of a significant…

Inside IR35 Hybrid Public Sector
Pay rate £500 – £700/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 4 September 2026

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Transformation & Improvement Lead

Contract | Inside IR35 | Up to £700 per day

A large public sector organisation is seeking experienced Transformation & Improvement Leads to support the delivery of a significant transformation programme.

We are looking for strategic leaders with a proven track record of driving complex organisational change, service improvement, and transformation initiatives across large and diverse organisations.

The Role

As a Transformation & Improvement Lead, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering transformational change across multiple service areas. This is a senior-level position requiring strong stakeholder management, programme leadership, and the ability to influence at executive level.

This role extends beyond a traditional Programme Manager position and will suit candidates who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the design and delivery of large-scale transformation and improvement programmes.

* Drive organisational change and service redesign initiatives.

* Engage and influence senior stakeholders, including executive leadership teams.

* Develop and implement improvement strategies that deliver measurable outcomes.

* Identify opportunities for efficiency, innovation, and service enhancement.

* Ensure programmes are delivered to agreed objectives, timelines, and benefits realisation targets.

You will ideally have:

* Significant experience leading transformation and improvement programmes within large, complex organisations.

* Strong programme, change management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

* Experience operating at a strategic level while maintaining oversight of delivery.

* Excellent communication and influencing abilities.

* A track record of delivering sustainable organisational improvements and transformation outcomes.

Contract Details

* Contract opportunity

* Inside IR35

* Up to £700 per day

* Multiple positions available (4 roles)

* Hybrid working arrangements available

If you have successfully led major transformation programmes and are looking for your next high-profile contract, we'd be keen to speak with you

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