Main Purpose of the Role
* Shape the Future of Leadership and Culture with Us
Senior Organisational Development Officer (Fixed Term until 31 March 2027) - PKC12719
* Location: Council Buildings, 2 High Street, Perth
* Full-time | Fixed Term until 31 March 2027 | [£44,223 - £47,170]
Are you passionate about people, culture, and change? Do you thrive on designing impactful learning experiences and driving real organisational transformation? If so, we'd love to meet you.
We're an ambitious, supportive, and forward-thinking Organisational Development (OD) Team, and we're looking for a new team member to help us take our work to the next level.
* Why This Role? Why Now?
We're about to launch our most ambitious leadership development programme yet - and you'll be at the heart of it. This is your chance to shape how leaders grow, how teams thrive, and how culture evolves across our organisation.
You'll Also Play a Key Role In
* Leading high-impact OD and learning initiatives across the Council.
* Supporting major cultural change and transformation programmes.
* Working closely with senior leaders to embed meaningful, lasting change.
Skills & Experience Required
* What You'll Bring
We're Looking For Someone Who's
* A confident facilitator, communicator, and coach.
* Experienced in designing and delivering OD and L&D programmes that get results.
* Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and strategic teams.
* Curious, creative, and always learning - someone who loves trying new approaches and pushing boundaries.
* Educated to degree level
Bonus Points If You Have
* Experience using data and analytics to evaluate OD impact.
* Knowledge of the Insights Discovery psychometric tool (or similar).
* A coaching qualification.
Working at Perth & Kinross Council
* What It's Like to Work With Us
We walk the talk. We have a strong coaching culture, we support each other to grow, and we're always exploring new ways to be more effective. You'll be part of a team that's enthusiastic, innovative, and genuinely passionate about making a difference.
We believe in supporting our people to thrive - both professionally and personally. Here's what we offer:
* A generous annual leave package
* 6 public holidays plus an additional discretionary day
* Access to our pension scheme
* Flexi time and flexible working options
* Family-friendly policies including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
* Time off for volunteering and a comprehensive Wellbeing Framework
* A wide range of employee benefits
* Ongoing training and support for your continued professional development
We're committed to flexible working where possible. Full-time employees work on-site a minimum of 2 days per week, with part-time arrangements agreed to ensure the same level of connection and collaboration. You can read more in our Hybrid Working FAQs.
Next Steps
* Inclusion & Accessibility
We're committed To being a more inclusive employer. If you have any individual circumstances or need reasonable adjustments, please feel free to:
* Contact the recruiting manager directly
* Discuss during your interview
* Or raise it after a conditional offer is made - whatever works best for you.
* Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Click "APPLY NOW" or, if you'd like an informal chat first, email Fiona Thomson at to arrange a conversation.
External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 references, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.
We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.
Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.
To comply with Baseline Personnel Security Standard, you will be required to complete a Disclosure Scotland check.
If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.
A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above-mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications, and fitness to undertake the post.
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