Job Title: HR Change Manager

Band: 8c Location: Cambridge 

Assignment Type: Temporary Hours: 37.5 hours per week Duration: Expected to last between 3 to 6 months Rate: £45.50 PAYE Inclusive of Holiday Pay or £51 Umbrella

Base: Office/Hospital

Job Summary:

This is a temporary assignment to support key transformation initiatives within the Trust. The successful candidates will bring substantial experience in leading large-scale operational change within a complex NHS or public sector environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide senior-level HR support for organisational change programmes and workforce transformation.
• Lead and advise on complex workforce planning, consultation processes, and organisational redesign.
• Partner with Executive and Senior Leadership Teams to develop and implement workforce strategies.
• Ensure compliance with NHS employment law, policies, and procedures throughout the change lifecycle.
• Drive best practices in change management, staff engagement, and communication strategies.
• Contribute to equality, diversity, and inclusion outcomes in organisational change.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior HR colleagues and project support teams.

Essential Requirements:

• Substantial experience at Band 8b/8c level (or equivalent) within NHS or public sector HR.
• Proven track record in delivering and leading large-scale operational and organisational change.
• Strong understanding of NHS terms and conditions, consultation procedures, and employee relations.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent senior-level HR experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Immediate availability (pending compliance clearance).