Interim People Transformation Lead

Job description

Job responsibilities

The opportunity:

As interim People Transformation Lead for NHS Resolution, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the HR & OD Department’s strategic direction through effective organisational design and development. You will be responsible for leading the transformation, overseeing the redesign, while fostering a positive culture that aligns with the department’s mission and goals. A review has already been undertaken, and this role will utilise this alongside other intelligence to implement change in a structured way to drive forward the HR&OD function.

You will work closely with the CEO, CFO, and Deputy Director of HR&OD to scope, communicate, and implement the changes required to support the organisational requirements of the HR&OD function going forward.

A combination of successful delivery, strategic thinking, a deep understanding of human resources and learning and development with experience in organisational change within complex government and/or wider public sector organisations is required. As well as experience in senior People roles and delivery of People function transformation. Experience in running similar transformation programmes, along with people skills and knowledge, will be crucial in driving and supporting change.

What you’ll bring:

• CIPD Level 7 (MCIPD) or equivalent learned experience
• Familiar with HR Information Systems, data analytics and digital transformation in HR
• Proven Leadership: Extensive experience in a senior HR or organisational development leadership role, preferably within the public sector or a medium-sized, complex organisation
• Strategic HR and OD Expertise including:

• Deep knowledge of HR and L&D best practices, organisational design, change management, and talent development
• Experience in Restructuring: Proven track record in leading significant organisational change, redesign initiatives, and managing complex people-related transformation processes`

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships with senior executives, employees, and external stakeholders.
• A strong understanding of the public sector environment, either in a government or NHS capacity. You will understand the environment’s structure, policies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Established networks within the public sector, including links to government bodies, unions, and other relevant organisations.
• A deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on building a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment.
• Able to attend regular meetings in London office (if working from home travel expenses will be covered for this)

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Work in a progressive environment towards data-driven strategies.
• A commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion.
• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme and a minimum of 27 days Annual Leave.
• Commitment to support individuals in having a work and life balance, offering flexible working arrangements.

When joining the NHS family, there are a wealth of savings, discounts and support you will be able to access.

• 24 hours employee assistance programme from Health Assured (EAP)
• Eye care vouchers for Specsavers.
• Health service discounts.
• Blue Light card, a discount service for the emergency services and the NHS.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season ticket loan scheme.

Additional Information

To apply please provide us with a supporting statement explaining exactly what you will bring to this role and how you meet the essential criteria in terms of your background, experience and career achievements to date. As well as your CV listing detailed work history and job responsibilities.

We recognise some candidates may wish to use AI to support their application. We do not prohibit such use but please clearly indicate in your application where you have used AI.

Closing date: 2 September 2025. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early, should we receive sufficient applications.

You must have the right to live and work in the UK. If you require a Visa, NHS Resolution is currently unable to support sponsorship requests.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• CIPD Level 7 (MCIPD) or equivalent learned experience

Desirable

• N/A

Experience

Essential

• Familiar with HR Information Systems, data analytics and digital transformation in HR
• Proven Leadership: Extensive experience in a senior HR or organisational development leadership role, preferably within the public sector or a medium-sized, complex organisation
• Strategic HR and OD Expertise including:
• Deep knowledge of HR and L&D best practices, organisational design, change management, and talent development
• Experience in Restructuring: Proven track record in leading significant organisational change, redesign initiatives, and managing complex people-related transformation processes`
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships with senior executives, employees, and external stakeholders
• A strong understanding of the public sector environment, either in a government or NHS capacity. You will understand the environments structure, policies, and regulatory frameworks
• Established networks within the public sector, including links to government bodies, unions, and other relevant organisations.
• A deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on building a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment.

Desirable

• N/A

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Resolution

Address

Leeds, London, Hybrid or Home working

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

Yorkshire

LS1 4AP

Employer's website

https://resolution.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)