Organisational Development & Change Specialist

Do you want to be an influential part of an exciting and rewarding transformation journey that makes a real difference?
Are you passionate about enabling and sustaining change?
Do you want to drive forward an ambitious people strategy that secures the council's reputation as an employer of choice?
Exciting times for us here at New Forest as we embark on a high profile and ambitious transformation programme to improve services for our residents, businesses, and visitors as well as our staff. We are looking to develop a new team to take us on this journey with an underlying culture of challenge and continuous improvement.
We are looking for an Organisational Development & Change specialist to lead the transformation of our organisational culture and help us fulfil our aspiration to be an employer by developing, implementing and evaluating OD solutions that support behaviour change, embeds cultural change and takes a strategic approach to workforce planning., As our OD and Change Specialist you will be responsible for helping to develop and deliver key components of our People Strategy, reshaping policies and procedures in line with the objectives of the transformation programme.
You will design and deliver organisational and change management strategies and initiatives which foster a high performance culture and ensures our values and culture are aligned to deliver positive, inclusive and respectful behaviours around Learning, Empathy, Ambition and Fairness.
You will foster strong and effective relationships across departments and within the programme team to enable buy in with a collaborative and engaging approach to the delivery of improved service outcomes and a culture of continuous improvement.
The role will be dynamic and varied, working with teams across the organisation on a range of significant change projects.

You will be an HR or OD professional with significant experience working as an OD specialist or as an HR generalist with an OD focus.
You will have a good working knowledge of change management and developing organisational culture with a track record of successful delivery of OD projects to support major organisational change.
You will have excellent influencing and interpersonal skills, building and sustaining relationships in order to achieve results with an engaging and approachable communication style.
This is a new and exciting role that will support significant organisational change so you will be passionate about being part of a team that will make a real difference.

The New Forest District really does have it all. A natural environment that includes stunning beaches and a national park offers a fantastic quality of life. An organisation that is embarking on a new chapter under new leadership.
As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our ambition.
The place and the people are changing, and the council is responding to these changes with enthusiasm for the future by supporting a New Forest that shapes its ambition around delivering for its residents and the local area.
We will be at the heart of the action as 3 of the Solent Freeport development sites will be in the district, with growth that includes one of Europe's first net-zero towns and a transformation programme that will bring greater innovation and improvements in local services designed around local people.
We believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that's why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, in an inclusive workplace. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance and embrace workplace wellbeing.
We are proud of our new values for 2024, please watch this short video to find out more.
LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)
We believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the council and that's why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, in an inclusive workplace. We also recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively promote a good work/life balance and embrace workplace wellbeing.
To view full details on what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please see our candidate pack attached.
If after reading the candidate pack you have any further questions or to discuss this opportunity please contact rebecca.drummond@nfdc.gov.uk
If you have the proven experience, passion, and positivity to make a real difference to how we work and deliver our services, we may have just the Place for you!
Closing Date: 8th May 2024
Interview Date: 20th May 2024 - to include presentation and formal interview

£42,810 - £45,930 per annum (up to £46,925 per annum for exceptional performance when in post),

• £42,810 - £45,930 per annum (up to £46,925 per annum for exceptional performance when in post)


• 27/ 28 days annual leave (plus an additional weeks equivalent after 5 years' service)


• Local Government Pension scheme


• On-site parking


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Hybrid working


• Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores, and restaurants


• Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40% on cycles and accessories