Our head of strategy and transformation will lead the implementation of our strategy and transformation plans. As we’re about to embark on our new strategy, you’ll have an important role in shaping how YoungMinds responds to the challenges young people are facing, and how we can push society to respond better. You’ll lead a talented team of product, design, delivery and data experts and you’ll make sure they’re focused on the right things to bring about the most value and change.
We are currently working with a hybrid working model, where there is the option of working from home combined with 4-12 days a month of working in the office.
Mental health is one of the most urgent issues facing young people today. At YoungMinds, we are leading the fight to make sure that all young people can get the mental health support they need, when they need it, no matter what. We are looking for a Head of Strategy and Transformation to help us achieve this.
We're at an important time for the future of YoungMinds. We believe we can transform how we work to deliver more impact, which is needed more than ever.
You will be shaping how we implement our new strategy. From how we prioritise to how we set up and support cross-functional teams working towards specific outcomes. You’ll be part of our heads of teams group, playing a key role in how we bridge strategic ambition with practical delivery – for your own team and sharing your approaches with peers.
You’ll have an appreciation for design, product, Agile and data, and the critical role they can all play for an organisation. You will lead the team to identify the best opportunities for their involvement to deliver the most impact.
You will influence and build relationships at all levels, helping colleagues across the organisation understand the role they will play in our strategy and transformation.
You will be an experienced and proven leader within transformation or strategy roles, with relevant technical knowledge and people management skills to ensure your effectiveness.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
We welcome applications from Black and minoritised, LGBTQ+ groups and those with disabilities, as they are currently under-represented. For more information about the role, download our job pack.
One of our values is: “We celebrate what makes you you – whoever you are, we welcome you and encourage you to be true to yourself”.
If you are excited about helping us to achieve our mission, passionate about working at an organisation that puts the lived experience of young people at the heart of everything we do and want to be part of our drive to become a truly anti-racist organisation we want to hear from you.
To apply, please fill in the application form - downloadable below - and send via email to recruitment@youngminds.org.uk.
You’ll be part of a passionate, hardworking team that cares about the work they do and you’ll be part of making a real difference to the lives of children and young people. In addition to becoming part of the YoungMinds team, you’ll get:
A world where no young person feels alone with their mental health.
We want to see a world where every young person who is struggling feels able to reach out, and has people and services around them who can really help.
