Overview
Are you outcomes driven, people-focused Change Management Consultant with experience of working in large and complex public sector organisations? This interim Change Management Consultant role is paying £500 per day, and the client is looking for someone who can commit to the role until the contract finishes in April 2026. You will need to be able to attend the office 1-2 days per week, where you will be part of a high performing and talented team. The role supports a large-scale Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) programme for a major local authority in Essex, with the head office in Chelmsford offering hybrid working.
This is a high-profile, hands-on role driving change across services and systems. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and frontline teams to embed sustainable, inclusive change that supports better outcomes for communities and staff.
The base pay range is provided by Allen Lane; your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Responsibilities
* Developing and delivering a people-first Change Management strategy for LGR.
* Leading on stakeholder engagement, communications, and managing change impact across services.
* Applying systems thinking to identify interdependencies and manage risk across a complex landscape.
* Championing inclusive, transparent ways of working—engaging employees and partners throughout the journey.
* Building internal change capability through coaching, facilitation, and knowledge sharing.
* Driving the cultural and behavioural shifts needed to embed long-term transformation.
What You’ll Bring to the role
* A strong track record of leading complex change programmes in local government or public sector settings.
* A deep knowledge of change theory and OD practice, with the ability to turn strategy into delivery.
* Experience in assessing and managing change readiness, load, and resistance.
* Confident communication, coaching, and facilitation skills, with the credibility to influence at senior levels.
* A values-led, people-centred approach, with a passion for inclusive and sustainable transformation.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Temporary
Job function
* Human Resources
* Industries: Government Administration
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