Interim leadership in local government is rising amid financial crises and workforce gaps. When treated as an organisational development and design (OD&D) intervention, it accelerates transformation, embeds cultural change, and builds capability. Strategic use includes acute risk, time-bound outcomes, and diagnosed gaps. Success depends on crisp contracting, benefits assurance, and planned exit, turning interims into catalysts for sustainable performance.

Employee engagement surveys alone don’t change culture. UK councils face unique challenges, financial pressures, policy shifts, and collaboration demands, that require more than sentiment checks. Discover why values assessments uncover the real drivers of behaviour, reduce resistance to change, and build trust. Learn practical steps for HR leaders to embed values, monitor cultural health, and transform local government workplaces.

Discover the pros and cons of internal vs external organisational design (OD) consultancy in UK local government. Explore how councils are navigating transformation, reorganisation, and devolution by blending internal OD teams with external expertise. Learn from case studies including Somerset, Luton, and Hillingdon, and understand when to use Big Four firms, SMEs, or in-house capability to drive sustainable change, build internal capacity, and deliver long-term value.

Explore the difference and synergy between organisational design and organisational development in UK local government. Learn why both are essential during transformation, with case studies from Hillingdon, Suffolk, and Essex councils. Discover how aligning structure with strategy and investing in people leads to resilient, responsive public services. Ideal for council leaders, HR professionals, and transformation teams navigating change.

The Director of HR in local government plays a vital role in shaping the future of public service. This is a leadership position that demands strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of workforce transformation. From using data to drive decisions to leading cultural change and championing inclusion, today’s HR leaders must be proactive, resilient, and people-focused. If you are ready to lead with purpose, this could be your next great chapter.

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There is no doubting that as we stand on the precipice of one of the most significant changes the local government sector has experienced...