Transformation Manager

Description:

A global organisation is looking for a Transformation Manager for its finance operations in the Newcastle Shared Services Centre. This is an 18-month fixed-term contract role where the Transformation Manager will lead continuous improvement initiatives, improve processes, and standardise operations across international finance hubs. You will manage a portfolio of process improvement initiatives, build governance frameworks, and drive accountability within cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead continuous improvement efforts across finance delivery teams.

• Align operations across multiple global finance hubs.

• Build and maintain transformation governance, planning, and risk management frameworks.

• Facilitate team workshops and lead strategic transformation reviews.

• Track progress, surface insights, and manage corrective actions.

• Maintain detailed project documentation and report to leadership.

Ideal Requirements:

• Proven experience in managing finance or shared services transformation programmes.

• Hands-on, structured approach to operational improvement.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.

• Confidence using project management methodologies and tools.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.