Process Improvement Officer

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We are seeking an ambitious and driven Process Improvement Officer for a permanent full-time opportunity within our Corporate Services & Transformation department. The successful candidate will support the Process Improvement Manager in the process improvement approach across the organisation, driving positive impacts on performance, efficiency, and strategic objectives.

With experience at being hands-on in business or process analysis, the ideal applicant will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical abilities, and a desire to succeed.

The position would be ideally suited to a newly, or soon to be, qualified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt who is looking for an opportunity to lead small process improvement initiatives independently, as well as playing a supporting role in the Council’s larger transformational projects.

Support & Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave Scheme (27 days increasing to 32 days after 5 years’ service): Ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Flexi Time Scheme: Up to two days flexi leave every four weeks (pro rata for part-time employees), subject to service needs.
• Local Government Pension Scheme: Providing financial security.
• Wellbeing Support Framework: Includes OH physician services, physiotherapy, CBT, and in-house counselling.
• Employee Wellbeing Support: Fast track physiotherapy, confidential psychological support services, Employee Assistance Programme, and “Wisdom” app.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing training.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promoting a healthy lifestyle.
• Electric/Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme: Encouraging environmentally friendly commuting options.
• Our Derbyshire Rewards: a package of benefits and discounts.
• & much more

Provisional Interview Date: 1st October 2025

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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This role currently offers hybrid working options which will be to subject service needs, there'll be an opportunity to discuss working arrangements for this position at interview.

Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected. If your visa allows you to work independently in the UK, include your share code and date of birth in your application. If shortlisted, we will verify your status before proceeding.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.