Project Lead
London or Manchester - hybrid working model (2 days onsite, 3 days remote)
Excellent salary and benefits package
A fantastic opportunity to secure a 12 month Fixed Term contract as a Project Lead with Smart DCC. The Project Lead can be based in London or Manchester on a hybrid working model (2 days office based, 3 days remote). The Project Lead will be crucial in collaborating between the DCC Functions and Suppliers during the project's transition phases. The Project Lead (Transition) will assist the Programme Director by focusing on Transition Planning and Management. They will be a part of the Emerald core team, flexing across all workstreams while maintaining clear accountability for Transition Planning and Management.
What will you be doing?
• Lead the Transition Planning and Implementation Workstream for the Programme.
• Manage transition workstreams and track deliverables from DCC and suppliers to enable transformation.
• Develop the Transformation Communications Plan, collaborating with Internal, Customer Engagement, and Regulatory Functions as needed.
• Assist with Residual's organisational architecture, including operational model creation and integration with other functional areas including EPMO, Resource, and Business Planning.
• Collaborating with Centre's of Excellence to provide extra expertise as needed. For example, employee relations, learning and development, reward, and talent.
• As a change management specialist, assist the Programme Director with assessing, defining, and implementing people-related change activities.
• Provide data and analytics for data-driven decision-making.
• Use their organisational development experience to identify business needs and create innovative solutions that correspond with the plan.
• Assist the Programme Director in engaging and informing senior stakeholders/EXCO members on people-related impacts.
What are we looking for?
• Programme / Project Management with specific reference to outsourcing transition planning and management, human resources management including organisational design/development, operating model design or other related fields.
• Well-developed consultative approach - listening, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels with excellent interpersonal skills - verbal and written.
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Operate with curiosity - challenge traditional approaches, incorporates diverse perspectives.
• Practiced with project planning tools (Excel and MS Project)
• Experience working within complex matrix organizations an advantage.
• Proven background in leading on people related transformation activity.
• Previous outsourcing experience an advantage.
About the DCC:
At the DCC, we believe in making Britain more connected, so we can all lead smarter, greener lives. That desire to make a difference is what drives us every day and it wouldn't be possible without our people. Each person at the DCC brings a special kind of power to the business, and if you join us, we'll give you the means to unleash yours. Here, we depend on each other and hold each other accountable. You have the power to challenge and make change, to take the initiative and enjoy real responsibility. Whether it's doing purposeful work, helping us grow or building the career you want - we'll give you the support to do it all. Our secure network for smart meters is transforming Britain's energy system and helping the country's fight against climate change: we want you to be part of our journey.
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