Head of Change

About the role

In your role as Head of Change you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity to lead the delivery of the programme of Change across the USSIM business and act as a strategic partner to the investment floor.

This senior role involves working closely with the USSIM Executive and senior management to understand the business’ strategic objectives and to ensure that the Business Change team structure and framework is effective to support delivery of the programme, with appropriate governance and control.

What you will be doing

As Head of Change, you will work closely with the Executive and senior management help define the scope, scale and sequencing of the USSIM business plan, and then ensure effective delivery of the programmes to deliver that.

In particular, there are key strategic programmes of work across Responsible Investment and delivery of a Data Strategy (including implementation of new data governance frameworks and technical architecture) that are significant pieces of work over the coming years.
In this role, you will ensure appropriate frameworks and processes are in place to ensure: (i) definition of a delivery plan that ensures identification of solutions to meet the business objectives, (ii) prioritisation and planning, (iii) understanding of downstream impact of Change and the risks involved, and (iv) effective governance and reporting around the programme.

This will include ensuring that the business cases for change are appropriately defined to deliver effective and proportionate solutions that represent value for money.
Additionally, the Head of Change will manage and provide leadership to the USSIM Business Change team (circa. 20 project managers and business analysts) who work across the full project lifecycle.

Working in close conjunction with the team, you will ensure the right level of support is provided and resources are prioritised accordingly. You will also lead the team in ensuring the change lifecycle and ways of working are fully understood and adopted.
The successful candidate will work closely across all business and technology teams to ensure projects are planned, resourced and supported for success.

In particular, you will be partnering with our internal technology team, Investment Market Systems (IMS) ensuring the multiple demands on development resources are managed effectively.
The Head of Change will have responsibility for defining and managing the budget to deliver the programme of Change. You will contribute to the overall group business planning process and work closely with the change teams that support the pensions and group business areas to ensure appropriate alignment and prioritisation.

About you

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they don't tick every box, if you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, then please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.
To be successful in the role you will have:

• We are looking for a strong leader, with a proven track-record of leading a change team within an investment business.
• Strong understanding of data governance and data architecture solutions.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build and manage successful, motivated and disciplined teams.
• Proven record of strong influencing and relationship building skills at a senior level, and ability to challenge.
• High level of structure and organisation.

Why join us?

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing opportunities for development.

We put a focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, driving this forward with the support of an engaged and proactive management team. Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits!

How we will reward you

• Great starting salary
• Generous annual leave package
• Access to a high quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme
• Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family friendly pay)
• Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental wellbeing
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing services i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
• Employee Volunteer Day’s to support the communities where you work and live
• Cycle to Work Scheme
   

Our culture and values

Our people are what makes us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose firmly states the importance of members, putting them ‘front and centre’ of what we do. This is embedded through our values:
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Excellence

About us

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023). To find out more, please visit https://www.uss.co.uk
USSIM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We strive to ensure our recruitment process is as flexible and inclusive as possible so we can attract diverse candidates and recruit the best talent.

We want all candidates to perform at their best during the recruitment process, so if you need any reasonable adjustments or if there is anything we can do to help support you through your recruitment journey please let us know by contacting