Vacancy: Assistant Director of People and Transformation

Location: The Lumen, St James' Boulevard, Newcastle upon Tyne, various ‘spoke’ offices throughout the North East and remote working arrangements.
Salary:£97,473 - £103,286
Contract:Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: Director of Operations 
Closing date:11 July 2025

Join Us as Assistant Director of People and Transformation

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for people, culture, technology and transformation? The North East Combined Authority is seeking an exceptional individual who shares our deep-rooted passion for the North East, to shape and deliver a bold, strategic approach to our People Strategy and Transformation Agenda. In this high-impact role, you’ll work closely with the Mayor, Cabinet, and senior leadership to drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainable change across the organisation. You’ll lead cross-functional teams, harness technology to change the way we do business, and build a future-ready workforce aligned with our values and strategic priorities.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the heart of regional transformation. You’ll champion cultural change, digital innovation, and workforce development while forging strong partnerships with stakeholders across government, business, and the community. If you thrive in complex, values-driven environments and are ready to deliver for the people of the North East, we want to hear from you.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. This includes welcoming individuals from a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds and valuing the unique perspectives and experiences they bring. We believe that a more representative team leads to better outcomes for all.

If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact:

Alan Reiss Director of Operations by email:  alan.reiss@northeast-ca.gov.uk 

 

 


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