Job Description
Business Title: Head of Business Transformation
Reporting To: Managing Director
Please note this a full time office based position at the offices in Leamington Spa
Role Objectives:
The Head of Business Transformation plays a crucial role in guiding our organization through significant changes that align with our strategic goals. The role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and monitoring of transformation initiatives.
Role and Responsibilities:
Strategic Alignment
- Ensure that transformation initiatives align with the company's overall strategy and long-term goals.
- Translate high-level strategic objectives into actionable plans and initiatives.
Change Management
- Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of new processes, technologies, or organizational structures.
- Develop communication plans and training programs to support stakeholders through the transition
Project Management
- Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of transformation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage resources effectively.
Cost Management
- Ensure transformation initiatives deliver value and are cost-effective.
- Manage budgets and track financial performance related to transformation projects.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage with key stakeholders across the organization to secure buy-in and support for transformation efforts.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between executive leadership and project teams.
Risk Management
- Identify potential risks and challenges associated with transformation initiatives and develop mitigation strategies.
- Monitor and manage risks throughout the transformation process
Performance Management
- Establish KPIs and performance metrics to measure the success of transformation initiatives.
- Regularly review progress against these metrics and adjust plans as needed to ensure objectives are met.
Continuous Improvement:
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying areas for ongoing optimization even after initial transformation goals are achieved.
- Ensure lessons learned from transformation projects are documented and applied to future initiatives.
Technology Integration
- Oversee the integration of new technologies and systems that support business transformation goals.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless implementation and alignment with business needs.
Cultural Transformation:
- Guide the organization through cultural shifts that may be required for successful transformation.
- Align organizational culture with new business objectives and ways of working
Key Skills:
- Strategic Thinking
- Leadership and Team Management
- Change Management
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
- Financial Acumen
- Innovation and Creativity
- Risk Management
- Customer Centric Approach
- Six Sigma Black Belt Qualification
Job Type:
- Full Time
- 40 hours per week working Monday to Friday
- Flexible working hours available on request.