Head of Organisational Change (PD5056-26-237)

Are you an experienced in organisational change and ready to make a lasting impact at a pivotal moment in an institution's future?

The University of Brighton is delivering significant organisational and workforce transformation to support our future 2035 strategy: Distinctly Brighton. We are seeking an experienced organisational change leader to play a key role in implementing this transformation across the University.

This two-year opportunity will lead the University's Organisational Change team and oversee the delivery of major organisational restructuring and workforce transition activity arising from the Transformation Programme.

Working closely with Transformation and People Department colleagues and senior leaders, you will translate approved organisational designs into effective implementation and workforce transition plans, ensuring change is delivered consistently, effectively and in line with legal and organisational requirements.

You will provide expert advice on organisational change, consultation, redeployment and redundancy, supporting leaders to deliver change in a fair, transparent and legally compliant way.

We're looking for someone with:

Significant experience of implementing complex organisational change and restructuring programmesExpertise in workforce transition, consultation and organisational implementationStrong knowledge of employment law and employee relationsExcellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build credibility at all levelsExperience of developing and managing high-performing teamsThe ability to balance strategic thinking with effective delivery

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of the University, and is pivotal to the implementation of significant organisational and workforce change that will support the University's long-term vision.

If you have the expertise, experience and skills and drive to deliver transformational change in a complex organisation, we'd love to hear from you.  Apply today and be part of this important journey.

Closing Date: 04 Nov 2026

Team/Division: Administrative/Clerical/Technical

Salary: £59,966 to £69,488 per annum