Why join us?
The Org Design Specialist will play a key role in supporting the wider HR function by leading complex, enterprise‑wide organisation design and workforce transformation initiatives across the business.
Working in close partnership with senior leaders, the role will translate business strategy, financial drivers, and capability requirements into fit‑for‑purpose organisational structures and workforce models, carefully balancing employee impact, delivery risk, and operational effectiveness.
Responsibilities
The Specialist will lead end‑to‑end organisation design activity, including:
* Structural redesign and re‑organisation
* Role, capability, and workforce modelling
* Span of control and layer optimisation
* Workforce segmentation and capacity planning
* Operating model definition and refinement
They will also be responsible for tracking delivery and outcomes through clearly defined KPIs and success measures, ensuring organisation design decisions deliver sustainable value and support the firm’s strategic objectives.
What will help you succeed in this role?
Essential
* Proven experience leading organisation design, restructuring, or workforce transformation initiatives, including complex consultation and workforce transition activities particularly within central support functions.
* Working knowledge of employment legislation, consultation requirements, and TUPE principles.
* Experience balancing commercial, people, and legal risk in ambiguous, high‑impact organisational change environments.
* Ability to translate business strategy into fit‑for‑purpose organisational structures and operating models
* Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills with commercial awareness
* Demonstrated capability to influence, engage, and align stakeholders across functions and seniority levels
* Excellent communication and relationship‑management skills, with the ability to drive consensus and manage ambiguity
* Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and able to prioritise competing demands effectively
* Experience working with people and organisational data to inform decisions and measure outcomes
* High level of attention to detail
Desirable
* 5 years’ experience within OD role
* Experience with organisational design and change management
* Understanding or experience across HR Systems, such as HiBob
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.
What we offer?
At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.
Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.
About Us
DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations. #J-18808-Ljbffr