Organisational Development Role

Location:Birmingham (Hybrid - Office & Remote):
Duration: 3-6 months (with potential extension)

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Organisational Lead to join a dynamic local council team. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role focused on implementing structural changes and leading the recruitment of approximately 30 new roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end organisational design process, including the development of Job Descriptions, Person Specifications, and Job Evaluation Questionnaires (JEQs)
• Optimise the Parks and Sports organisational structure to ensure operational efficiency and service delivery
• Analyse budgets, staffing scopes, and cost implications to ensure financial sustainability
• Develop and present a comprehensive Business Case, including detailed financial analysis and impact assessments
• Produce clear, concise Business Case Reports for senior leadership approval
• Create and execute a robust Implementation Plan for organisational changes
• Lead the high-volume recruitment process to populate the new structure within tight deadlines
• Ensure all changes are delivered in line with council policies and governance

About You

• Proven experience in operational or organisational design roles, ideally within local government or public sector
• Strong understanding of HR processes, including job design, evaluation, and recruitment
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple workstreams under pressure
• Skilled in business case development and financial analysis
• Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Able to work at pace in a transactional, delivery-focused environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital public service while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic and supportive team. To apply please send your updated CV

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