b Overview /b p In this role, you will support manufacturing SMEs to transform through Industrial Digital Technologies and digital change. You’ll work with Technology Adoption Specialists to ensure leaders and staff are equipped for transformation, within a remote, regional team. Your work directly supports Surrey’s economy and growth by delivering OD/HR advisory services and shaping cross‑sector partnerships. This is a fix term/internal secondment with a strong impact on local businesses and residents. You’ll join a mission‑driven team focused on sustainable economic development across the South East. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li 26 days holiday /li li Pension (local government scheme) /li li Carer’s leave (up to 5 days) /li li Volunteering days (2 per year) /li li Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) /li li Learning and development hub /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide organisation and workforce development advice to manufacturing SMEs to enable IDT adoption /li li Collaborate with Technology Adoption Specialists to align leadership and staff capabilities with digital transformation /li li Deliver OD/HR programmes and advisory support, including one‑to‑one and workshop sessions /li li Engage with senior management across manufacturing or related sectors and coordinate with education and training providers /li li Manage a remote portfolio, delivering ambitious targets across a broad region /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Strong understanding and technical knowledge of organisation and workforce development /li li Experience diagnosing organisational or workforce development needs, including HR‑related activity /li li Proven track record delivering OD/HR programmes or advisory support to businesses /li li Experience working with senior management in manufacturing or related sectors, with product/process development exposure /li li Experience engaging with HEIs, FE colleges, and training providers /li li Understanding of the national and regional digital skills landscape /li li Ability to deliver high‑quality outcomes in fast‑paced, target‑driven environments /li li Excellent communication, networking, and collaboration skills /li /ul ul li Excellent communication /li li Networking and collaboration /li li Stakeholder management /li li Organisation and workforce development (OD) /li li Digital transformation /li li HR programme delivery /li /ul
Organisation and Workforce Development Advisor in Surrey employer: Surrey County Council
Surrey County Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. With a generous benefits package including up to 31 days of annual leave, a local government pension, and access to a wealth of learning resources, employees are empowered to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the community. Located in Reigate, this role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the digital transformation of public services, all within a collaborative environment that values innovation and inclusivity.
