Change Lead – Digital Transformation

Change Lead – Highways, Transport & Infrastructure (Digital Transformation)
£500 – £600 per day
IR35 Status TBC
9 month initial contract
North West
Hybrid working

Our client, a local authority in the North West, is delivering a major digital transformation programme across its Highways, Transport & Infrastructure services. To support this exciting initiative, they are seeking a skilled Change Lead to drive the implementation of the Confirm asset management system and embed new ways of working across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the full rollout of the Confirm system, ensuring it aligns with strategic goals and change management best practices.
• Develop and deliver a robust change management plan, including stakeholder engagement, communication, risk mitigation, and process automation.
• Collaborate with teams across highways, transport, and infrastructure to embed digital transformation and streamline operational processes.
• Design and implement training programmes to support staff at all levels in adapting to new systems and procedures.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and support the transition to new business-as-usual (BAU) processes.
• Monitor progress, report on key milestones, and ensure successful adoption of digital solutions.
• Provide coaching and support to overcome resistance and sustain momentum throughout the change journey.

Your Previous Experience as a Change Lead (Digital Transformation):

• Proven experience leading change initiatives in highways, transport, or infrastructure settings.
• Strong track record in delivering digital transformation projects, ideally involving Confirm or similar platforms.
• Skilled in business analysis techniques such as process mapping, requirements gathering, and benefits realisation.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience designing and delivering training and communication strategies for diverse teams.

Desirable:

• Experience working on transformation projects within local government or the public sector.
• Professional qualifications in change management (e.g., Prosci, APMG).
• Business analyst certification or equivalent experience.

📢 If you’re a proactive and strategic Change Lead with a passion for digital transformation and process improvement, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Sarah Williams or Nikki Smith on 0117 3137110 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.

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