Strategic Workforce Planning Lead - Edinburgh6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 £350-£400 per day Edinburgh | Hybrid (2 days on site)We are supporting a leading Scottish public-sector organisation in the recruitment of an experienced Strategic Workforce Planning Lead. This is a key role responsible for shaping the organisation''s workforce strategy through to 2030, ensuring alignment with corporate priorities, financial planning, and future operational needs.This assignment offers the opportunity to influence senior decision-makers, lead cross-functional collaboration, and be the principal author of a high-impact workforce plan for a nationally significant organisation.The RoleWorking closely with the Head of People (HR, Learning andamp; Skills Development), you will lead the creation of a comprehensive Strategic Workforce Plan for the period . You''ll engage senior leaders to understand business priorities, analyse workforce MI and financial data, and translate organisational strategy into clear, evidence-based workforce requirements.You will also identify gaps in current workforce planning activity, source missing data, and coordinate inputs from People, Finance, Cost Centres, Corporate Affairs and Communications teams.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop a clear, robust and future-focused workforce plan mapping the current workforce and defining the route to 2030.Engage senior leaders to understand directorate challenges, strategic objectives, and anticipated workforce demand.Analyse ..... full job details .....