Head of Change

Target Group

. Provide leadership across the change portfolio, overseeing client-funded and internal transformation programmes .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeCardiff • United KingdomLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading change and transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, governance, and risk management. Proven ability to develop high-performing teams and deliver tangible business value through effective programme management.

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Change ManagementStakeholder ManagementAgile MethodologyPortfolio DeliveryProject Management Qualifications

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Hard Skills

Transformation LeadershipProgramme DeliveryBudget ManagementRisk ManagementResource Planning

Soft Skills

Team DevelopmentInfluencing SkillsStrategic MindsetCoachingCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Qualifications

Industry Keywords

GovernanceChange PortfolioComplex EnvironmentsMatrix TeamsThird-Party Delivery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership across the change portfolio, overseeing client-funded and internal transformation programmes
Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team
Work with senior leaders, clients and partners to align priorities and deliver expected programme outcomes
Act as a trusted advisor and escalation point for significant programme and delivery matters
Ensure strong governance, effective risk management and high-quality portfolio reporting
Develop resource and capability plans to respond to changing business needs
Champion effective change management and stakeholder engagement
Embed a commercially focused approach to efficient delivery and tangible business value

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience leading change, transformation or portfolio delivery functions
Proven ability to build, motivate and develop high-performing teams
Strong stakeholder management skills with confidence to influence and engage at all levels, including executive leadership
Experience delivering programmes using Agile, Waterfall or hybrid approaches
Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets, forecasts and programme financials
Experience working within complex environments, including matrix teams and third-party delivery partners
Strategic mindset combined with a practical and delivery-focused approach
Relevant project or change management qualifications

Benefits

Comp & perks

30 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays (From Day 1)
Defined Pension Contribution Scheme (Employer matched up to 6%)
Option to contribute via Salary Exchange (alternatively known as Salary Sacrifice)
Employee Discount Scheme, access to discounts and offers across 100s of leading retailers
Cashback on purchases
Company Paid Private Medical Insurance (benefit in kind)
Group Life Assurance
Group Income Protection
Discretionary Annual Pay Review
Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
Loyal Service Scheme with financial recognition, additional holidays, and matched pension contributions of up to 10% at key service milestones
Free Flu Vaccinations
Free eye tests and employer contribution towards glasses
Recognition Scheme
Free Mortgage Advice and Support
Wisdom Wellbeing resources and solutions, including an Employee Assistance Program
Everest Funeral Concierge
Free Bereavement and Probate Advice and Support
Access to a GP 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year through GP24
Paid eye tests and employer contribution towards spectacles specifically for VDU use
Enhanced parental leave
Technology Buying Scheme
Discounted Gym Memberships
Taste Card / Coffee Club Membership
Charitable Payroll Giving
Cycle to work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
Interest-free monthly payroll deductions for selected benefits