Director of Transformation

Director of Transformation
6 Month Contract | ASAP Start
London
£800 per day
Inside IR35 (via Umbrella)
Hybrid Working

CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 16th November 2026.

Looking for an opportunity where you can lead a high-profile improvement and transformation agenda at a pivotal time for a Local Authority? Director of Transformation is a critical role reporting into the Strategic Director of Change and Improvement, with responsibility for driving organisation-wide transformation, governance, assurance and continuous improvement. You will work closely with senior leaders, elected members, external auditors and government stakeholders, ensuring transformation activity delivers measurable outcomes, financial sustainability and lasting change. If you thrive in complex environments and enjoy building momentum around major programmes, this Director of Transformation opportunity offers the platform to make a real impact from day one.

Your Role as Director of Transformation

• Lead the Council’s Transformation Portfolio and Continuous Improvement Plan
• Drive delivery of Statutory Recommendations and organisation-wide change programmes
• Establish robust Governance, Assurance and Reporting Frameworks
• Lead the Transformation and Budget Oversight & Assurance Board
• Champion Technology-Led, Data-Driven Transformation and benefits realisation

Your Previous Experience as a Director of Transformation

• Extensive experience leading large-scale Transformation and Improvement Programmes within Local Government
• Proven track record delivering Financial Savings, Service Redesign and Organisational Change
• Experience working with Senior Political Leaders, External Auditors and Government Stakeholders
• Strong background in Programme Management, Governance and Assurance
• Demonstrable success leading teams through complex transformation and cultural change

As Director of Transformation, you will play a key role in shaping the Council’s future, embedding sustainable improvements and ensuring transformation programmes deliver against strategic and financial objectives. This Director of Transformation position offers the opportunity to influence change at the highest level while working alongside key decision-makers and stakeholders. If you are an experienced Director of Transformation with a strong Local Authority background, we would be keen to hear from you.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Angico Daley on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.

We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact.

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

Due to the fast-paced nature of interim recruitment, applications are reviewed as received and client requirements may change during the recruitment process.

Whilst we endeavour to review all applications, we may not be able to respond individually to every candidate.

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Baltimore Consulting is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices, and all applications are considered based on the requirements of the role and the information available at the time of review.

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