Change Lead

Change Lead\\n\\nDay Rate: up to £400 per day (Inside IR35)\\n\\nLocation: London – Hybrid working with on-site presence as required by the programme\\n\\nAbout the Role\\n\\nWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic Change Lead to support the strategic transformation of five NHS Trusts into a single, integrated service centre. This high-impact opportunity sits at the heart of one of the most ambitious service transformation programmes in the public healthcare sector.\\n\\nYou will play a critical role in designing, leading, and delivering change strategies across multiple organisations, ensuring a smooth and effective transition to a new shared service model. This is an exciting chance to make a real difference to healthcare delivery on a large scale.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\nAs Change Lead, you will:\\n\\n * Lead the Change Journey: Oversee the end-to-end change management process as five NHS Trusts transition into a unified operating model.\\n\\n * Drive Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with stakeholders at all levels—clinical, operational, and executive—to build alignment and secure buy-in.\\n\\n * Develop and Implement Change Strategies: Create and tailor change frameworks that manage risk, support adoption, and reduce resistance.\\n\\n * Mitigate Risks and Resolve Issues: Identify and address barriers to change, maintaining pace and trust throughout the transition.\\n\\n * Support People Through Change: Provide hands-on guidance to individuals and teams adapting to new ways of working.\\n\\n * Monitor and Optimise Progress: Track key metrics, measure impact, and adjust strategies to meet evolving needs.\\n\\n * Advise Senior Leaders: Offer expert insights and strategic recommendations to steer the transformation effectively.\\n\\nCandidate Profile\\n\\nEssential Skills and Experience\\n\\n * Change Management Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading large-scale organisational change within complex environments such as the NHS or wider public sector.\\n\\n * Shared Services Expertise: A deep understanding of shared service delivery models and the challenges of implementing them at scale.\\n\\n * Exceptional Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to engage and influence a broad range of stakeholders, from frontline staff to board-level executives.\\n\\n * Delivery in Complex Environments: A track record of driving successful outcomes across multi-organisation settings with competing priorities.\\n\\n * Familiarity with Change Methodologies: Strong grounding in recognised frameworks\\n\\n * Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Resilient, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and lead through uncertainty.\\n\\nDesirable Qualifications and Experience\\n\\n * Professional qualification in change management\\n\\n * Experience supporting shared service transitions within the healthcare sector or similar regulated environments.\\n\\nFurther information\\n\\nFor further information, please contact John Lavictoire