At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage strategic change initiatives to improve services and communities.
- Company: East Lothian Council, committed to transformation and community impact.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive pay, and hybrid work options available.
- Other info: Internal applicants only; great opportunity for current employees to advance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Degree level education or equivalent experience in local government or related sectors.
The predicted salary is between 30.02 - 33.79 £ per hour.
Hourly rate of pay: £30.02 - £33.79
Days and Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 08:00-17:00. Starting and finishing times are flexible, and flexi time is applicable. To start asap.
Home / Hybrid Working Consideration: Applications for home or hybrid working will be considered for this post in accordance with East Lothian Council’s Home Working and Worksmart Policies. Home or Hybrid working options can be discussed with candidates invited for interview. Please Note: All home/hybrid workers must live in the UK. Where an application for home-working is supported, it will be subject to a satisfactory trial period. Employees will be expected to attend Council offices for the duration of induction, and be on site in East Lothian workplaces, as required. Employees with a hybrid working arrangement in place will be office based and able to work from home, with permission, on an ad hoc basis.
Job Details: Lead, develop and manage Strategic Change professionals to plan and deliver a portfolio of transformation and improvement initiatives that realise measurable benefits for services, communities and the Council. Provide strategic and people leadership, set direction, build capability and wellbeing, embed governance and standards, and ensure high quality delivery through coaching, performance management and resource planning. Oversee and contribute to project/programme delivery, shape cases for change, manage risks, issues and dependencies, ensure robust planning and reporting, and drive benefits realisation—working closely with the Project Board(s), Council Leadership Team (CLT), services and partners. Be the primary interface with Project Board(s) / CLT and senior stakeholders, providing assurance, insight and options appraisal; report progress to plan and ensure compliance with agreed governance.
Job Requirements:
- Relevant Qualifications: Educated to Degree Level or equivalent and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and competencies gained through substantial experience in local government (or related sector, including the third sector), leading strategic change, transformation and/or complex project/programme delivery.
- Driving Licence: A full current driving licence is desirable for this post.
- Level 1 Disclosure Clearance: This role requires Level 1 Disclosure Clearance to allow access to the Public Sector Network. ELC will submit a Police Act Disclosure application on behalf of the preferred candidate and receipt of the subsequent certificate will be required prior to commencement. Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will also be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check.
Additional Information: For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: Employment Info - Non teaching. If you have any difficulties creating an account on MyJobScotland or applying for this post please contact the MyJobScotland support team. If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk. Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.
Team Manager – Strategic Change - INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY - EAL12798 in Haddington employer: East Lothian Council
East Lothian Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development, offering flexible working arrangements including home and hybrid options. With a strong commitment to strategic change and community impact, employees are empowered to lead transformative initiatives while enjoying a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation.
