Temporary contract for 2 years. Hybrid working. 37 hours per week. Salary £39,862 - £42,839 per annum.
Located in the heart of Staffordshire, Tamworth is a vibrant and well‑connected borough with a rich heritage and a growing population of over 77,000. With strong transport links, an evolving town centre, green spaces, leisure and cultural attractions, it is a great place to live and work. Exciting times lie ahead as the Council delivers major transformation, including multi‑million‑pound investment such as the Future High Street Fund, helping to restore the town centre as a thriving community hub. Working for Tamworth Borough Council means making a real difference for local people, as part of a skilled and ambitious workforce supported to do its best in a positive and empowering environment.
We are looking for a Programmes & Transformation Officer to support the delivery of key programmes and projects, especially those linked to Local Government Reorganisation.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of transformation programmes and projects, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities.
* Develop and improve PMO templates, tools, and methodologies.
* Ensure programmes are delivered to scope, time, cost, and quality.
* Facilitate change and transformation initiatives, and promote PMO maturity and best practices across the council.
* Provide analytical expertise, utilising digital platforms such as Power BI to inform decision‑making.
* Support regular reporting, develop programme dashboards, and facilitate improvement reviews. Foster a culture of critical evaluation, continuous improvement, and learning.
* Support statutory reporting and consultation processes, ensuring compliance and transparency.
* Support the council’s governance framework and facilitate effective decision‑making.
We have an extensive benefits package including flexible working, a non‑contributory health scheme, Local Government pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, discounted gym membership, and payment of professional fees where applicable. For further details please refer to the application information document on our website.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work in the UK check, and medical clearance.
Interested? For an informal chat about this opportunity, contact Amerdip Kaur, Assistant Director for Policy & Performance, at amerdip-kaur@tamworth.gov.uk.
For further information and to apply please visit Tamworth BC Jobs.
Late applications and/or CVs will not be accepted. Agencies and previous applicants need not apply.
Contact recruitment@tamworth.gov.uk with any queries about the recruitment process.
Closing date: 8 March 2026. Interview date: Week commencing 16 March 2026. In the event of exceptionally high levels of response, we reserve the right to close the post before the date stated to prevent the number of applications received being unmanageable. Therefore, you are advised to submit your completed application as soon as possible to have the best chance of being considered. Following the closing date, the Recruiting Manager will shortlist, and you will be notified.
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