Are you ready to lead bold public service reform? Shaping local government reform, driving service integration and delivering system-wide change that improves outcomes for our residents and communities.
Arguably one of the biggest agendas in a generation, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of local public services—leaving a lasting legacy and making a meaningful mark on how our communities thrive for years to come.
Role Overview
We're looking for an inspirational leader to shape the future of public services in Lancashire. This role is central to driving public service reform, supporting Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and embedding our people and place‑based, preventative approach across the organisation.
As Head of Public Service Reform, you’ll work closely with senior leadership, elected members, and system partners to deliver ambitious change that improves outcomes for our communities.
What You’ll Do
1. Lead the Council’s public service reform agenda and support the wider council with it's emerging locality‑based approach.
2. Provide strategic leadership on LGR, ensuring it supports integrated, community‑focused models of delivery.
3. Act as Senior Responsible Owner for major reform programmes.
4. Strengthen system‑wide partnerships with public sector and VCSE organisations.
5. Represent the Council in engagement with central government on reform and LGR.
6. Drive benefits realisation to improve outcomes and long‑term sustainability.
What You’ll Bring
7. Significant senior‑level experience in public service reform, transformation or system change.
8. Strong programme leadership skills and experience with complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives.
9. Ability to influence across organisational and political boundaries.
10. Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
11. Understanding of national policy relating to public service reform
12. Understanding of public service integration, prevention and local delivery.
13. A commitment to our values: Supportive, Innovative, Respectful, Collaborative.
Why This Role Matters
This is a pivotal moment for Lancashire. You’ll shape how we work with partners, communities and government to deliver integrated, sustainable and outcome‑focused public services—now and for the future.
How to Apply
Please upload your CV and a supporting statement (maximum two pages) outlining how you meet the criteria and leadership qualities we are seeking.
For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Laurence Ainsworth via email