Organisation Design Specialist

Are you passionate about driving organisational excellence and innovation? Do you thrive on transforming complex challenges into strategic solutions? The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) is seeking a dynamic Organisation Design (ODes) Specialist for 12 months to play a pivotal role in our exciting transformation journey.

The role

As we embark on an ambitious strategy for growth and diversification, we're establishing an ODes capability within our People and Culture team. This role offers a unique chance to drive the implementation of a comprehensive, organisation-wide ODes programme that will shape our future operating and organisational models. You'll collaborate with an external partner while building and developing internal expertise in Organisation Design. Your contributions will be instrumental in transforming the RSC, ensuring we're well-positioned to meet our strategic goals and continue advancing excellence in the chemical sciences globally.

As ODes Specialist, you will be responsible for:

• Analysing and designing effective Target Operating Models
• Developing adaptive ODes solutions in partnership with the business
• Creating and executing comprehensive implementation plans
• Building organisational ODes capabilities and leadership
• Ensuring timely, high-quality programme outcomes through expert project management
• Driving change management initiatives and stakeholder engagement
• Providing technical expertise and mentorship to the ODes team
• Foster innovation and continuous learning in ODes practices
• Contribute to ODes thought leadership and methodology development

At the RSC we embrace flexibility and offer hybrid working, which means our teams come together when they need to collaborate.

Although this role is contractually based at our Cambridge or London office, you will be able to work from home within the UK, with the expectation that you will attend the office as needed for your role. In this role it is expected that you will attend the office as and when required. If you need flexible working arrangements, please outline this in your application.

What we are looking for:

• Professional Experience: Demonstrable experience in ODes and change management on ODes projects across multiple successful projects or programmes.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse complex organisational issues and develop actionable insights and effective solutions.
• Project Management: Proficiency in project management methodologies to deliver aspects of the ODes work
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong collaborative abilities, fostering effective relationships across diverse teams and departments.
• Adaptability: A flexible approach to navigating and leading within a complex and evolving business environment.

Experience and Educational Background

• Foremost we are looking for deep technical expertise and experience of delivering successful ODes programmes. A degree in Organisation Development, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline would be desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Innovative Thinker: A proactive problem-solver who approaches challenges with curiosity, creativity, and initiative.
• Resilient Leader: Capable of managing change effectively, demonstrating resilience in the face of obstacles.

A full job description is available here.

If you are interested in this role, please apply before the end of the closing date. When applying, you will need to provide an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement (no more than 500 words) indicating how your skills/ expertise match the competencies outlined in the Job Description. 

About the RSC

The Royal Society of Chemistry is an international organisation dedicated to advancing excellence in the chemical sciences. We publish new research. We develop, recognise, and celebrate professional capabilities. We bring people together to spark innovative ideas and new partnerships. We support teachers to inspire future generations of scientists, and we speak up to influence the people making decisions that affect us all.

Visit our Work For Us website to learn more about us, our benefits, equal opportunities statement and inclusive culture pledge.

At the RSC, we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply. We particularly encourage applications from disabled and ethnic minority candidates.

As a part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we endeavour, where possible, to offer an interview to candidates meeting the essential criteria of the role, who has a substantial physical/mental impairment which impacts their ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.

We are committed to making our recruitment processes accessible to all and as part of this, we are flexible in the ways we give and receive information. If you would like to apply using a different format, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@rsc.org or on +44 (0) 1223 432229 and we will do our best to put any reasonable adjustments in place.

If you have any questions, please contact us at jobs@rsc.org