Head of Transformation

Head of Transformation

• Salary: £74,585 per annum
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: 36.25 hours per week
• Service area: Group
• Office basis: Agile
• Location: Leyland

At Progress Housing Group, your work supports communities and changes lives.

We make sure every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference - where you work with purpose, your growth is supported, and you are proud to belong.

From inclusive recruitment practices to tailored support at work, we create an environment where everyone can succeed.

The role

• As an experienced transformation leader, you will establish and lead our Group-wide transformation programme, shaping the future of our organisation through digital innovation, service redesign and business improvement.

• You will work closely with the Executive Team and Board to identify and deliver transformational change that improves customer outcomes, colleague experience, organisational performance and value for money.

• You will create and drive a strategic transformation roadmap, ensuring change initiatives are aligned to business priorities, supported by effective governance, and deliver measurable outcomes.

• You will champion innovation, technology, automation and AI, leading major programmes including the replacement of our Housing Management System and helping to shape the Group's future operating model.

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent experience) with evidence of continuing professional development.

• Proven experience leading large-scale organisational transformation across people, processes, technology and culture.

• Experience developing and delivering transformation strategies, roadmaps and measurable business outcomes.

• Strong understanding of organisational, digital and business transformation, including technology-enabled change.

• Ability to influence, challenge and advise Executive Teams, Boards and senior stakeholders.

Desirable

• Professional qualification in organisational development, Lean Six Sigma, programme management or executive leadership.

• Experience within social housing or another highly regulated, customer-focused sector.

Our offer to you

• Competitive pay, flexible leave options and benefits that help you thrive - personally and professionally.

Financial

• Competitive salary of £74,585 and occupational sick pay

• Pension scheme with matched contributions of up to 7.5%

Work-life balance

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 31 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days and a paid day off for your birthday.

• Agile working (role dependent) with hybrid and flexible working options

• Family friendly policies with enhanced leave

Wellbeing

• Progression opportunities and training

• Employee Assistance Programme and Medicash

• Volunteering opportunities and colleague networks that support wellbeing, inclusion and belonging

About Progress Housing Group

More than three decades on, our commitment to helping people find the right place to live remains at the heart of what we do.

People trust us to create a place for them to call home and to provide outstanding support services and opportunities to help them to live their best lives.

Whether it is an affordable home, supported housing, technology-enabled care solutions, or services supporting those in crisis, we make a meaningful difference to thousands of people, every day.

We are ambitious and we are looking for people who are motivated, dynamic, and committed to delivering the highest standards for our tenants and customers.

Our sector plays a crucial role in contributing to a fairer, and more equitable society. Working here offers a genuine opportunity to positively influence communities and people’s lives.

Looking forward at Progress

Social purpose, innovation and sustainability are at the heart of our organisation.

We’re investing in our people, technology and services to build a more resilient, sustainable and equitable future for our customers and communities.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

Inclusion matters here, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive.

AI Statement

We support the ethical and transparent use of AI to drive innovation and efficiency.

However, authenticity is important to us, and we will prioritise applications that clearly reflect your experience, voice and originality

Next steps

Closing date: 11:59pm Sunday 9th August 2026

Shortlisting date: W/C 11th August 2026

Interview date: W/C 24th August 2026

Interview type: Assessment day, in person at our Leyland office