403 strategic lead jobs found

Strategic Commercial Lead Location: Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite in Warwick or Wokingham Pay Rate: £900 per day via umbrella (Inside IR35) Contract length: 6 months (possible extension) The Opportunity We're supporting a major, high-profile infrastructure programme of national importance, seeking a Strategic Commercial Lead to operate in a senior advisory capacity. This is not a traditional delivery role. Instead, you'll sit at programme level, shaping commercial strategy, influencing executive decision-making, and ensuring consistent, high-quality commercial governance across a complex delivery environment. You will play a critical role in driving value-for-money, risk optimisation, and programme-wide commercial excellence within a public sector setting. The Role You will act as a trusted commercial advisor, working closely with programme leadership to shape how the programme is procured, governed, and commercially managed. Key Responsibilities Define and oversee the...

JOB DESCRIPTION: Workforce Strategy, Systems and Transformation Lead Sheffield Temporary £71,853 - £73,215 per year * Rare & exciting opportunity to join South Yorkshire Police! * 12‑month Fixed Term Contract | Hybrid Working About Our Client About South Yorkshire Police - A Pivotal Time to Join South Yorkshire Police is entering a significant period of transformation, modernising how workforce strategy, systems and insight support operational policing and long‑term sustainability. Substantial investment is being made in workforce planning capability, people analytics and cloud‑based HR and duty management systems, underlining the organisation's commitment to evidence‑led decision‑making and future‑focused resourcing. This is a compelling time to join a police force where workforce strategy sits firmly on the executive agenda. The successful postholder will play a central role in shaping system‑enabled, sustainable workforce solutions that balance operational...

Payroll Manager / People Services Lead Interim / Fixed-Term Opportunity | Senior Leadership Role | Band 8a We are supporting a large and complex organisation in appointing an experienced Payroll Manager / People Services Lead to take ownership of a critical function during a key period of change. This is a high-impact leadership role, suited to an individual who can quickly establish credibility, stabilise services, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement across a multi-layered payroll environment. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead the payroll function, ensuring the accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of payroll via outsourced providers. You will act as the strategic lead for payroll operations, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to improve performance, enhance governance, and shape future service delivery. Key Responsibilities * Ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery through outsourced service...

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the Home Counties in the search for an experienced Head of Planning to join the department on an initial 6 month contract. We are looking to appoint a Head of Planning to lead the planning service, whilst ensuring the delivery of first-class services to developers, applicants, and residents. Responsibilities will include:   ·Lead on service transformation projects to reduce service demands and align with Government Planning reforms. ·Provide leadership and day-to-day management for teams involved in Planning Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement. ·Provide strategic leadership support ·Review department resources ·Provide strong communication both internally and externally, supporting members, neighbouring authorities and ability to support effective collaboration. ·Full Job Description available upon request   Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI), or equivalent experience, and a strong public...

This exciting opportunity is for an Interim Social Media Manager to lead and manage social media strategies for a public sector organisation based in Sheffield. This role will work across the communications and marketing team to lead the planning, development and coordination of social content across varied time frames alongside managing workload from longer term planned content to urgent requests at short notice. Client Details This public sector organisation plays a pivotal role in delivering services and initiatives to benefit communities. As a medium-sized organisation, it values innovation and strives to maintain a strong presence within its industry. Description Provide strategic leadership for social media activity, embedding and championing best practice across all channels Ensure social media supports organisational priorities and delivery of the Communications Strategy Lead planning and coordination of social content across short, medium and long-term timelines Manage...

Programme Manager – Family Homes for Plymouth Children Proposed start date: 8th June 2026 Assignment duration: 44 weeks Hours: 37 per week Location: Plymouth PL1 (4 days in office, 1 day remote) Rate: £625 per day DBS: Enhanced DBS required Closing date: 29th May 2026 About the Opportunity We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client, who are seeking an outstanding Programme Manager to lead one of the most ambitious and high‑profile transformation programmes within Children’s Services: Family Homes for Plymouth Children. This programme is at the heart of the Council’s commitment to redesigning how children and families in crisis are supported. It brings together multiple workstreams, partners, and stakeholders to create a more responsive, compassionate, and effective system for children who may require residential care or intensive support. This is a rare opportunity to shape a programme that will directly influence the lives, safety, and long‑term outcomes of...

An established not-for-profit organisation located on the outskirts of Havant, Hampshire is seeking an experienced Interim Director of HR to lead their HR function on a part-time basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape HR strategy in a dynamic environment, where innovative approaches and staff wellbeing are key. With flexibility around working hours and location, this is a chance to make a meaningful impact on the organisation’s people strategy during a pivotal period. What will the Interim Director of HR role involve? Providing strategic leadership to the executive team and wider HR function, focusing on recruitment, retention, talent management, and absence reduction Leading initiatives to enhance staff wellbeing and reduce associated costs, including sickness absence Supporting organisational change and improvement projects aligned with long-term goals Collaborating closely with trustees and senior leaders to formalise HR policies and ensure compliance...

Business Travel Project Lead 3–6 Month FTC / Consultancy Opportunity Hybrid – Central London (flexibility for the right candidate) Competitive remuneration, negotiable depending on experience Are you a senior business travel professional ready to build something from the ground up? This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected global organisation as they embark on an ambitious project to create their own in-house business travel function. We’re looking for a commercially minded, strategic leader with deep expertise across travel management companies, business travel operations, supplier partnerships and travel technology. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of the organisation’s travel programme — from initial feasibility through to full implementation. The Opportunity Phase 1 – Feasibility & Strategic Planning (Approx. 3 Months) You’ll lead the discovery and planning phase, developing the commercial and operational foundations for the...

School Business Manager – Dual Site Locations: Bucknall & Wilmslow Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: £52,000 – £55,000 per annum About the Schools We are working with two brilliant specialist schools dedicated to supporting children and young people with Autism and complex needs. One site, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, supports up to 90 students aged 6–19 with a strong focus on innovative education and care. The second, a newly established school, already has an exceptional reputation, supporting students aged 5–19 and achieving Outstanding ratings in Behaviour & Attitudes and Personal Development in its latest inspection. Both schools are passionate about creating nurturing, supportive environments where students can thrive and reach their full potential. The Role This is a senior leadership opportunity across two thriving specialist settings. As School Business Manager, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence and...

SENDCo / Assistant Headteacher - B16 Area £258.59-£293 per day | Starting September 2026 Recruiting through Aspire People Aspire People are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated SENDCo / Assistant Headteacher to join a supportive and forward-thinking school in the B16 area starting September 2026. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a passionate education professional with a strong commitment to inclusion, pupil progress, and high-quality SEND provision. The Role Lead and manage SEND provision across the school Support the strategic leadership team as Assistant Headteacher Ensure pupils with additional needs receive outstanding support Work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies Monitor progress, interventions, and EHCP provision Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) SENDCo qualification or relevant leadership experience Proven experience supporting pupils with SEND Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills Passion...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Transport for City Regions (TCR) Programme Director to join Liverpool City Council on an initial 6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The Role: This is an exciting opportunity to lead and support the delivery of major transport and infrastructure programmes within the Highways & Transport service. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across key transport initiatives, working collaboratively with senior stakeholders, partners, and officers to drive programme delivery and support the city’s wider regeneration and transport ambitions. Key Responsibilities * Provide strategic leadership across Transport for City Regions programmes and projects. * Lead on the delivery and governance of complex transport and infrastructure schemes. * Work closely with senior leadership teams, stakeholders, and partner organisations. * Manage programme...

Headteacher - SEMH School (Birmingham) Start Date: September 2026 Contract: Permanent (via 12‑week temp‑to‑perm through Aspire People) Salary: Leadership Spine L1-L7 Hours: Full time Contact: Josh - Aspire People * (phone number removed) * About the School Aspire People is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a long‑established, values‑driven SEMH school in central/south Birmingham. Part of a wider community charity with over 46 years of service, the school provides a nurturing, holistic and highly personalised education for pupils with SEMH and ASD needs, supported by specialist environments such as workshops, agricultural centres and therapeutic spaces. The school is a core part of the Trust's identity and works collaboratively with services including the Nursery, Family Hub, City Farm and Community Programmes. This is a setting where relationships, creativity and community shape every aspect of education. The Opportunity The Trust is seeking a visible, values‑led and...

Your next move A major city. A huge highway infrastructure pipeline.. This Local Authority needs an interim leader who can take control of a £150m+ programme, sharpen delivery, and modernise how the service operates. If you thrive on big, visible infrastructure and high‑stakes delivery — you’ll want to hear this. What you'll lead on: * The delivery of major strategic highways projects across a five‑year capital programme. * Oversight of in‑house design & PM teams + external framework partners. * Full governance, risk, reporting and commercial oversight. * Acting as Principal Designer under CDM for complex, high‑value schemes. Managing NEC contracts. [ECI, to the spade in the ground] * Embedding new ways of working, raising performance, and driving a culture shift. What the Authority will need: This is a service in transition. They need someone who can walk in, steady the ship, and elevate standards fast - ensuring effective delivery [capex £150m] To add, you’ll be...

Branta are seeking an experienced, technically robust Hard Services Manager for a contract role in Newcastle for a business-critical, 6-month contract. The successful individual will take operational ownership of the compliance, management, and strategic delivery of all building-related engineering services. You will be responsible for ensuring that statutory, mandatory, and organisational requirements are met while guaranteeing safe, reliable, and efficient mechanical, electrical, and building fabric services across the entire portfolio. Key Duties & Responsibilities Operational & Technical Leadership * Lead and manage all daily mechanical, electrical, and building fabric maintenance activities across a diverse multi-site estate. * Oversee and optimize active planned preventive maintenance (PPM), reactive breakdown pipelines, and critical lifecycle asset replacement programmes. * Ensure all critical building infrastructure (HVAC, electrical...

The Head of Planning will oversee the strategic direction and operational management of planning services within the public sector, ensuring compliance and excellence in construction projects. This temporary role offers a unique opportunity to lead initiatives and deliver high-quality outcomes. Client Details This is an opportunity to work with a public sector organisation that plays a vital role in the construction industry. The organisation is a well-established medium-sized entity, committed to delivering exceptional planning services and contributing to the development and growth of the local community. Description Lead and manage the planning department, ensuring efficient delivery of services. Develop and implement planning strategies that align with organisational objectives. Oversee the assessment and approval of construction projects within the public sector. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and planning legislation. Collaborate with stakeholders to address...

Interim Head of School (EYFS) Location: Westminster, North West London Salary: Up to Leadership Scale L10 Contract: Interim - September 2026 to July 2027 Start Date: September 2026 SANZA Teaching Agency are working in partnership with a warm, nurturing and highly inclusive EYFS school in Westminster who are seeking an experienced and ambitious Interim Head of School to join them from September 2026 through to July 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for an established EYFS Leader, Assistant Headteacher or Deputy Headteacher ready to take the next step into senior leadership within a supportive and child-centred environment. The school are particularly keen to hear from candidates with strong EYFS expertise and a passion for inclusive practice, with SEND experience highly desirable. The school itself is a small, community-focused setting with low pupil numbers, allowing staff to build meaningful relationships with children and families and provide a truly personalised...

Job Title: CE&I Responsible Engineer Work Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week Hours: 40 hours per week Security Clearance: Minimum BPSS required; must be capable of achieving SC Project: Major Infrastructure Upgrades on a Nuclear Decommissioning Site Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Control, Electrical & Instrumentation (CE&I) Responsible Engineer to support a long‑term, multi‑billion‑pound infrastructure delivery partnership within the nuclear sector. This is a senior technical leadership role, responsible for managing CE&I design and engineering activities across a diverse utilities programme on a nuclear licensed site. You will act as the technical authority for CE&I design, ensuring all solutions are safe, compliant, sustainable and delivered to programme and budget, while meeting the stringent regulatory requirements of a nuclear environment. Project Background This long‑term infrastructure partnership will deliver critical utilities...

Location: Luton / Edinburgh - remote with adhoc site visits when required Duration: 6 month contract Rate: £94.49ph UMB (Inside IR35) Technical Application Analyst - Maxavera & Primavera P6 Our defence client is looking for an experienced Technical Application Analyst to provide technical leadership and architectural ownership for the Maxavera and Primavera P6 platforms supporting enterprise project and portfolio management capabilities. This role will act as the technical authority for the application stack, ensuring both platforms are designed, implemented, and maintained in line with enterprise architecture standards. The position plays a critical role in stabilising the current platform, addressing P6 obsolescence risks, and supporting the transition toward a strategic long-term solution for project scheduling and portfolio management. Working closely with product owners, solution architects, digital teams, and business stakeholders, the role will ensure the...

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to join a high-profile transformation programme in Hertfordshire. This is a temporary opportunity for 10 months (until March 2027), offering the chance to lead and deliver complex projects within a large, multi-stakeholder environment. This role sits within a major strategic programme and will play a key part in driving delivery, managing risks, and ensuring alignment across multiple workstreams and partner organisations. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex projects and workstreams, ensuring alignment with overall programme objectives and timelines. Develop and maintain detailed project and programme plans, identifying dependencies, milestones, and resource requirements. Manage programme risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies and escalating where appropriate. Provide regular reporting on progress, including variance analysis, to senior...

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. Our client, a major UK retail bank, provides every day banking services to over 17 million retail customers. The banks expertise and services span across Business Services, Corporate banking, Wealth Management, Group Functions, Retail and Investment Banking. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for a Senior Business Analyst for a 6 month contract based in London (2 days per week) with remote work available (hybrid). Purpose of the role: We're looking for a Senior...