Transformation Lead

Transformation Lead - (Maternity Cover)

? Hybrid (London with occasional site visits)
? £70,000 per annum - Fixed Term Contract

We're supporting a dynamic organisation within the digital communications and marketing services space as they undergo a key divestment project. They're seeking a Transformation Lead to step in and manage a defined programme of work during a maternity leave period.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile project within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. You'll work closely with stakeholders across technology, finance, operations, and legal to drive a business-critical separation initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a complex divestment workstream from planning through to execution

• Define and manage project scope, timelines, and deliverables across multiple functions

• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure effective handoffs

• Identify risks and remove roadblocks to maintain delivery momentum

• Communicate regularly with senior stakeholders and ensure transparency in decision-making

• Develop documentation and support knowledge transfer as part of the separation process

Ideal Profile:

• Hands-on, pragmatic, and outcome-focused with a track record of delivering business change

• Experience in divestments, carve-outs, M&A, or other complex transformations

• Confident working with ambiguity and able to bring structure to loosely defined challenges

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• A common-sense operator - not afraid to roll up your sleeves when needed