Public sector transformation and change recruitment
Strengthening public sector transformation through expert recruitment
Spencer Clarke Group is an award-winning transformation and change recruitment agency for the public sector. We work alongside local authorities nationwide to supply interim specialists to manage and implement key change and transformation projects.
Whether you’re considering a digital transformation, implementing a major operational change or reacting to an unexpected event, our experienced recruiters will use their in-depth knowledge and a solution-focused approach to deliver on your brief and drive successful outcomes within budget.
How we support local authorities
Comprehensive pool of experienced transformation and change specialists
Scale workforce quickly during periods of high demand
Unmatched expertise within public sector recruitment
Multi-award-winning public sector recruitment agency
Reliable, honest and open approach
Professionals with a proven track record of delivering change within local authorities
APSCo and REC accredited
Dedicated compliance support
Typical jobs we recruit for
Change Managers
Commissioners
IT Service Managers
Transformation Leads & Consultants
Heads of Transformation
System Implementation Managers
Directors of Transformation and Change
Transformation Project Managers
Transformation Programme Managers
PMO Coordinators & Managers
Project Management Officers
Programme Managers
Data & Business Analysts
Solutions & Enterprise Architects
Areas of expertise
HR & workforce development
IT, digital transformation and technical infrastructure
Project, product or programme management
Process and efficiency improvement
Business intelligence and performance management
Application support, integration and implementation
PMO and governance
Migrations
Disaggregations, consolidations and integrations
Senior appointments
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Testimonials
Local authority
"Working with John Shorrock at Spencer Clarke Group has been instrumental to the progress of our transformation programme. At the point of engagement, the council required more than additional capacity.
It needed experienced practitioners who could bring structure, pace and credibility to complex improvement work. John understood this immediately and he carefully assembled a high calibre transformation team with the right mix of local government experience, analytical capability and delivery focus.
This ensured that individuals were able to integrate quickly, understand the context, and begin adding value from day one."
Working with John Shorrock at Spencer Clarke Group has been instrumental to the progress of our transformation programme.
Local authority
"The recruitment and assembly of the transformation team was significantly bolstered by the exceptional service provided by John at Spencer Clarke Group.
John’s ability to find professionals who don’t just "consult and disappear" but genuinely embed themselves into the service has been a game-changer for us.
The quality of candidates provided has ensured that our transformation programme is evidence-based, legally compliant, and, most importantly, focused on improving outcomes for the community."
John’s ability to find professionals who don’t just "consult and disappear" but genuinely embed themselves into the service has been a game-changer for us.
Local authority
"I worked with John Shorrock from Spencer Clarke Group when I was struggling to recruit an experienced Project Manager.
John worked extremely hard to find some very intelligent individuals for me to interview - one of which we hired! She is a very talented lady and is doing great things at the council."
Within three weeks, I filled all vacancies which freed me up to get on with other important jobs which had been side-tracked during this period.
Local authority
"The quality of CVs which we received were of a very good standard and we were able to hire as a result.
Communication was second to none and I was particularly impressed with the level of knowledge which my consultant displayed within transformation programmes."
The quality of CVs which we received were of a very good standard and we were able to hire as a result.
FAQs
Yes. Our dedicated compliance team will take care of the whole compliance process. We are accredited by APSCo and REC, ensuring that every candidate is thoroughly vetted and has completed all necessary checks before beginning work.
Whether you’re searching for one specialist or a full team for your transformation project, we can help. Our interims have successfully worked across public sector projects in children’s and adults services, public health and housing services.
We can source experienced interims to bring structure, pace and credibility to complex improvement work. We pride ourselves on supplying quality candidates who ensure transformation programmes are evidence-based, legally compliant, and focused on improving outcomes for the community.
We recruit for junior to executive level interim professionals across the full lifecycle of public sector transformation projects. This includes Heads of Transformation, Solutions Architects, System Implementation Managers and Data Analysts.
We specialise in recruiting individuals who are not only technically capable, but who also bring the right attitude, resilience, and collaborative mindset required in the challenging public sector environment.
Meet the team
John Shorrock
Managing Consultant
Public sector recruitment specialist for Change & transformation
I'm proud to support local authorities in delivering meaningful change, helping them strengthen and transform a wide range of services for the communities they serve.
I was honoured to come highly commended in the Agency Star of the Year category at the 2025 REC Awards. I have been shortlisted again this year so here’s hoping I can take the top spot this year!
I would like Spencer Clarke Group to contact me regarding their recruitment services.
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