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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in Northeast London, are looking for an experienced OD Manager to join their team and play a crucial role within their organisational development operations.    

Position: OD Manager
Rate: Negotiable (Umbrella, Outside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (April 2026) with Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Purpose: 

• Lead specific OD projects, programmes and initiatives for the Council to support its strategic ambition and to deliver the modernisation programme. Work with directorates, change programme leads, and teams to deliver the OD agenda.

Job Responsibilities: 

• To ensure that the post holder complies with their responsibilities as laid out in the council’s health and safety policy and takes an active role in promoting a positive health and safety culture.
• Promote and ensure participation in the Council’s individual performance appraisal and development initiatives and information management best practices.
• To formulate annual operational plans and budgets for the function or team so that there are clear priorities and appropriate resources are allocated to their achievement.
• To develop or contribute to longer-term (2-3 years) plans for the services managed so that they are developed in line with Council and Government priorities and customer requirements.

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Head of Leasehold Services role or equivalent.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.
• Evidence of regular CPD in relation to OD/Change/L&D.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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