Group Finance Director

Energy & Utility Skills Ltd

Salary: £90,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

(Hybrid-working, alternative / flexible working options are available)

A unique opportunity to lead the financial strategy of an organisation at the heart of the UK’s energy and utilities transformation, contributing to the sector’s workforce and sustainability goals.

The role

As Group Finance Director of Energy & Utility Skills, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership of the financial and commercial activities that underpin our ambitious growth and purpose. Reporting directly to the CEO and as part of the executive team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation's strategy while ensuring robust financial governance and performance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the finance and management reporting functions, delivering budgets, financial reports, and advising on financial strategy.
• Partnering with the CEO and executive team to drive the organisation's long-term goals and operational success including leading market analysis to determine the group’s market potential.
• Overseeing the development of annual business plans and risk registers, ensuring financial performance targets are met.
• Managing cash flow, treasury functions, and financial governance, while providing commercial insights to guide business decisions.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including serving as Company Secretary and overseeing data protection, business continuity and disaster recovery.
• Leading the data and information technology functions including the development and implementation of the company’s digital and cyber strategies.

Energy & Utility Skills

Energy & Utility Skills is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering a safe, skilled, and sustainable workforce for the energy and utilities sectors. We are the industry's voice on skills, providing critical services such as technical qualifications and end point assessments, and supporting employers in attracting, developing, and retaining the workforce needed to meet today’s challenges and future demands.

As the recognised standard-setting body for the sector, we are at the forefront of driving the UK's green skills agenda and supporting the nation's transition towards net-zero. With over 75 employees based in Solihull and a turnover of £9m, we reinvest all profits to further our mission and ensure our industries are equipped to thrive.

Candidates

This role is ideal for a senior finance professional with proven commercial acumen and experience driving financial strategy within a growing business, looking for a remit that is broader than just finance. You will bring excellent financial analytical skills, the ability to influence key stakeholders, and a passion for developing high-performing teams. A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, ACMA, CIMA, etc.) is essential, along with experience in negotiations, contract management, and IT oversight.

Next Steps

If you are ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the financial future of Energy & Utility Skills, we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Tromans at 07805 226301 or andrew.tromans@penna.com

To download a Candidate Briefing Pack, please click the link below:

Group Director of Finance - Candidate Briefing Pack

To apply, a CV and cover letter that outlines your suitability for the role should be submitted via execroles.penna.com

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 1st December.

Energy & Utility Skills Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

Visit www.euskills.co.uk for more information.

Chief Executive

Salary £231,180 p.a. (pay award pending)

With the second largest economy in the Northwest, and a population of over 1.2 million across an area of almost 3,000 sq. km Lancashire is an ambitious council where your leadership can make impact at scale.

We want Lancashire to be the place where everyone can live their best life, through strong local communities, a growing economy and the best local services in the country. Now is the time to bring your leadership experience, skills, and approach to help us further develop and celebrate our diverse communities, heritage and landscape and create a strong sense of place we can all be proud of. We take pride in working closely with partners to create a long term strategic plan for the future of Lancashire.

We will embrace the opportunities and challenges and seek out innovative ways to identify opportunities, such as digital and online technology, to deliver real benefits for everybody. If you are inspired by and want to help us deliver on our ambitions, we would love to hear from you. Come and make a big difference to Lancashire!

For further information: www.leadinglancashire.co.uk

For a confidential discussion please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or Pete John on 07710 811684.

Director of Finance

Location: Southampton (hybrid working is available)

Salary: £104,815 - £115,128 (a market supplement of up to £10k may apply)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Southampton City Council is seeking a Director of Finance (Deputy S151 Officer) to lead their finance function at a critical time of transformation and growth. This critical role is perfect for a strategic thinker who can ensure financial sustainability while contributing to the long-term success of this vibrant and ambitious city.

The Role

As Director of Finance, you will be a key member of Southampton’s Senior Leadership Team and the Enabling Services Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Enabling Services (S151 Officer), you will play a significant role in shaping the financial strategy that underpins Southampton City Council’s ambitious Corporate Plan and Transformation Programme.

Tasked with playing a lead role in ensuring that Southampton remains a city of opportunity and growth, your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the Council’s finance improvement plan, promoting sound financial management and value for money.
• Ensuring the Council’s financial systems, budgets, and strategic decisions align with medium to long-term financial goals.
• Managing a broad portfolio, including operational and strategic finance, treasury management, and business partnering across key directorates.
• Providing financial insight and advice to senior leaders, Members, and key stakeholders to guide critical decision-making.

Candidates

We are looking for a fully qualified CCAB or CIMA accountant with relevant public finance management experience. You will be an innovative leader with a proven track record of delivering financial transformation within large, complex organisations. Key to your success will be your ability to influence decision-making, foster collaboration, and lead operational improvements.

Next Steps

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the vision to lead financial transformation, we want to hear from you.

For more information and a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Tromans at CIPFA Penna on 07805 226301 or at andrew.tromans@penna.com and download the Candidate Briefing Pack below:

• Candidate Briefing Pack

Closing Date: Sunday 17th November 2024

Southampton City Council is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Head of Inclusive Growth and Partnerships

Durham County Council

Salary: £115,826

County Durham is a vibrant and diverse place supported by an ambitious County Council. Home to a premier UK science park and Durham City Innovation District, with a global leading university and 15,000 businesses, alongside over 20 million visitors Durham has exceptional quality and potential.

As the largest local authority and economy in the North-East and a population of 522,100 residents, our aspirations and commitment for our communities and our place mean that we push hard for success.

We now have a fantastic opportunity to appoint an innovative and forward-thinking leader to help drive our exciting agenda forward. The role reports to our Corporate Director, Regeneration, Economy and Growth, and will be a key member of the senior management team of the directorate, helping us to deliver what our economy needs, delivering more and better jobs in an inclusive, green, economy.

You’ll lead the management and development of an innovative, driven, modern and strategic service ensuring the delivery of the Council’s Inclusive Economic Strategy, focusing in on inward investment, skills, and support to businesses, which will enable growth, social value, and inclusion. The role is externally facing playing a key role in our devolution agenda and local partnerships. We’re looking for someone to quickly understand the County Durham context, working with a variety of partners, including the exciting, new, North East Combined Authority, in a high-profile leadership role. You’ll need imagination and people skills to lead your own and other teams through the development and promotion of our vision and the strategy.

If you relish challenge and have the energy, enthusiasm and skills to deliver the best possible outcomes for residents and communities, then we would like to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting role, please contact our consultants at Penna: Nick Raper on 07715 690463 or nick.raper@penna.com

Zara Bruton on 07743 980867 or zara.bruton@penna.com

For more information and to apply, please visit: www.durhamleaders.co.uk

Closing date: Monday 11th November 2024

Prif Swyddog Cyllid – Senedd Cymru

Helpu i lywio dyfodol democratiaeth Cymru

Lleoliad: Bae Caerdydd, gyda threfniadau gweithio hybrid  

Cyflog: Hyd at £90,068

Contract: Parhaol, Amser Llawn (ystyrir gweithio hyblyg)  

Y Rôl

Fel Prif Swyddog Cyllid, byddwch yn arwain strategaeth ariannol y Senedd ac yn goruchwylio'r holl swyddogaethau cyllid statudol. Byddwch yn atebol i'r Cyfarwyddwr Adnoddau, ac yn broffesiynol atebol i'r Prif Weithredwr, a byddwch yn rheoli tîm Cyllid o 14 aelod o staff, gan gynnwys goruchwylio'r swyddogaeth Archwilio Mewnol. Byddwch hefyd yn darparu arweinyddiaeth strategol fel aelod allweddol o'r Bwrdd Gweithredol, gan gynghori ar benderfyniadau ariannol a sicrhau gwerth am arian ar draws y sefydliad.

Byddwch yn chwarae rhan hanfodol wrth lywio dyfodol ariannol y Senedd, rheoli rhaglen fuddsoddi flynyddol, paratoi cyllidebau, a sicrhau llywodraethiant ariannol cryf yn unol ag arferion gorau'r sector cyhoeddus. Mae'r sefyllfa hon yn gofyn am gyfuniad o weledigaeth strategol, sylw i fanylion, ac arweinyddiaeth ymarferol i gynnal goruchwyliaeth ariannol gadarn yn ystod cyfnod o drawsnewid.

Yn ystod y blynyddoedd i ddod, bydd newid a buddsoddiad sylweddol wrth i ni ail-ddychmygu ystad a gwasanaethau’r Comisiwn i ymaddasu i anghenion o ran adeiladau, arferion gwaith sy’n datblygu ac anghenion newydd ein Haelodau. Wrth i ni nesáu at y 7fed Senedd, bydd eich arweinyddiaeth chi yn hanfodol wrth lywio a chyflawni’r rhaglenni mawr hyn i drawsnewid.

Senedd Cymru

Mae Senedd Cymru yn gorff blaengar sydd wedi'i ethol yn ddemocrataidd sy'n gwasanaethu pobl Cymru. Mae'n gyfrifol am ddeddfu dros Gymru, cytuno ar drethi, a dwyn Llywodraeth Cymru i gyfrif. Mae Comisiwn y Senedd yn darparu'r staff, yr eiddo a'r gwasanaethau sydd eu hangen i gefnogi'r gwaith hwn. Rydym yn ymfalchïo mewn bod yn sefydliad modern, cynhwysol ac arloesol.

Wrth i ni edrych tuag at gyfnod o drawsnewid sylweddol, gan arwain at ehangu'r Senedd i 96 o aelodau erbyn 2026, rydym yn chwilio am Brif Swyddog Cyllid gweledigaethol a phrofiadol i chwarae rhan ganolog yn ein datblygiad parhaus. Mae hwn yn gyfle prin i ymuno â thîm arwain sy'n sbarduno cynllunio ariannol strategol a buddsoddi i gefnogi democratiaeth Cymru.

Ymgeiswyr

Rydym yn chwilio am gyfrifydd cymwysedig (CCAB neu gyfatebol) gyda phrofiad o arwain ym maes cyllid cyhoeddus. Mae gennych ddealltwriaeth ddofn o gyfrifeg y sector cyhoeddus, rheoli adnoddau, a'r heriau o gyflawni prosiectau ar raddfa fawr mewn amgylchedd gwleidyddol cymhleth.

Mae eich arddull arwain yn gynhwysol ac yn gydweithredol, a gallwch reoli newid, meithrin datblygiad tîm, a sbarduno mentrau strategol. Rydych yn angerddol am sicrhau gwerth am arian a chynnal y safonau uchaf o lywodraethiant ariannol. Mae sgiliau Cymraeg ar lefel cwrteisi yn ddymunol, ond darperir hyfforddiant os oes angen.

Y camau nesaf

Cyflwynwch eich CV a datganiad ategol (uchafswm o bedair tudalen) yn amlinellu eich cymhelliant ar gyfer gwneud cais a sut rydych yn bodloni'r fanyleb person. I gael rhagor o wybodaeth ac i wneud cais, ewch i: https://execroles.penna.com

Ac i gael trafodaeth anffurfiol am y rôl hon neu'r broses ddethol, cysylltwch ag Andrew Tromans yn Penna: 07805 226301 neu anfonwch e-bost at andrew.tromans@penna.com.

Dyddiad Cau: 13 Tachwedd 2024

Mae Senedd Cymru wedi ymrwymo i sicrhau amrywiaeth a chynhwysiant, ac rydym yn annog pobl o bob sector o’r gymdeithas i wneud cais, yn enwedig grwpiau heb gynrychiolaeth ddigonol.

Chief Finance Officer – Welsh Parliament/Senedd Cymru

Help shape the future of Welsh democracy

Location: Cardiff Bay, with hybrid working arrangements  

Salary: Up to £90,068

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (flexible working considered)  

The Role

As Chief Finance Officer, you will lead the Senedd’s financial strategy and oversee all statutory finance functions. Reporting to the Director of Resources, with a professional line to the Chief Executive, you will manage a Finance team of 14 staff, including oversight of the Internal Audit function. You will also provide strategic leadership as a key member of the Executive Board, advising on financial decisions and ensuring value for money across the organisation.

You will play a vital role in shaping the Senedd’s financial future, managing an annual investment program, preparing budgets, and ensuring strong financial governance in line with public sector best practices.

The upcoming years will bring substantial change and investment as we reimagine the Commission’s estate and services to adapt to property requirements, evolving work practices and the emerging needs of our Members. As we approach the 7th Senedd, your leadership will be crucial in shaping and delivering these major transformation programmes.

The upcoming years will bring substantial change and investment as we reimagine the Commission’s estate and services to adapt to property requirements, evolving work practices and the emerging needs of our Members. As we approach the 7th Senedd, your leadership will be crucial in shaping and delivering these major transformation programmes.

This position requires a combination of strategic vision, attention to detail, and hands-on leadership to maintain robust financial oversight during a period of transformation.

The Senedd Cymru

The Senedd Cymru, or Welsh Parliament, is a forward-thinking, democratically elected body that serves the people of Wales. It is responsible for making Welsh laws, agreeing taxes, and holding the Welsh Government to account. The Senedd Commission provides the staff, property, and services needed to support this work. We pride ourselves on being a modern, inclusive, and innovative institution.

As we look toward a period of significant transformation, culminating in the expansion of the Senedd to 96 members by 2026, we seek a visionary and experienced Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to play a pivotal role in our continued evolution. This is a rare opportunity to join a leadership team driving strategic financial planning and investment in support of Welsh democracy.

Candidates

We are looking for a qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent) with public finance leadership experience. You have a deep understanding of public sector accounting, resource management, and the challenges of delivering large-scale projects in a complex political environment.

Your leadership style is inclusive and collaborative, with an ability to manage change, foster team development, and drive strategic initiatives. You are passionate about delivering value for money and upholding the highest standards of financial governance. Welsh language skills at a courtesy level are desirable, but training will be provided if needed.

Next Steps

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum of four pages) outlining your motivation for applying and how you meet the person specification.

For more information and to apply, visit: https://execroles.penna.com and download the Candidate Briefing Pack below:

• Candidate Briefing Pack

For an informal discussion about this role or the selection process, please contact Andrew Tromans at Penna: 07805 226301 or email andrew.tromans@penna.com.

Closing Date: 13 November 2024

The Welsh Parliament is committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from all sectors of society, particularly under-represented groups.

Chief Executive

Rushcliffe Borough Council

Up to £134,508 p.a. – pay award pending

Rushcliffe is home to some iconic sporting venues including world famous Trent Bridge. We have a clear vision and we’re an ambitious and high performing council who is looking for a chief executive with senior leadership experience, who thinks strategically, delivers and can engage effectively with our many stakeholders.

We are a borough of growth, a founding member of the East Midlands Freeport and engaged with the new East Midlands County Combined Authority.

The closure of Ratcliffe on Soar Power station provides the opportunity to be ambitious, work with partners and guide us through the regeneration of this significant site; whilst staying true to our core priorities in keeping the Borough a great place for our residents to live, commitment to the environment, sustainable development and keeping our high streets vibrant.

For more details about this exciting opportunity go to www.rushcliffe.gov.uk/chiefexecutive

or call our retained consultants at Penna:

Julie Towers on 07764 791736

Rachael Morris on 07840 711217

Closing date: Friday 8th November 2024

London Borough of Barking & Dagenham

Operational Director – Adults’ Care and Support

Salary: £107,998 - £117,736

(Hybrid-working, alternative / flexible working options are available)

Barking and Dagenham

Welcome to the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, a vibrant community undergoing a remarkable transformation. We are recognised as London’s biggest growth opportunity, attracting investments and fostering prosperity. Home to London's largest film studios and our iconic markets, our borough is a hub of innovation and development. With 95% of our schools rated good or outstanding by Ofsted, a pioneering Youth Zone, and an ambitious plan to build 50,000 new homes, Barking and Dagenham is a place of unparalleled growth and opportunity.

Our recent accolades, including the LGC Driving Growth Award and Council of the Year, showcase our commitment to progress and excellence.

Join us and be a part of this dynamic journey where you can make a real difference in the lives of our residents. For adult social care, this means we are having to rethink our services in how best to deliver to our changing community needs, younger working age adults especially those residents within our Learning Disabilities and Autism cohort; and use of new ways of working, such as Care technology and more support within the community to support independence such as employment and housing.

The role

We are looking for an experienced adult social care professional to lead the delivery of essential frontline adult services to the residents of Barking & Dagenham. Reporting directly to our Strategic Director Childrens and Adults, you will oversee our adult care and support services, disability services, and mental health services. In this leadership role, you will guide a high-performing team, reviewing pathways into social care, ensuring our services fully leverage new ways of working, optimizing reablement, and integrating new technologies. And you also will play a key role in preparing the Borough for upcoming inspections. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable adult services, we offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, flexible working options, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our community. Join us in shaping a safer, stronger future for Barking & Dagenham.

Travel & workplace requirements

This role includes hybrid working, with a minimum requirement of three days in the office per week. On occasions, there may also be a requirement for you to travel to locations away from your contractual base, using reasonable and suitable means available to you. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability to meet the travel requirements of this role, please speak with the contact detailed below.

Next steps

For more information about this opportunity, or a confidential discussion about your suitability, and to apply, please contact our retained partners at Penna:

• Andrew Tromans: email andrew.tromans@penna.com or call 07805 226301

• Zara Bruton: email zara.bruton@penna.com or call 07743 980867

Or please click the link below to download a candidate information pack:

Candidate Briefing Pack

Apply now to be part of a council that values innovation, collaboration, and making a difference. We look forward to receiving your application!

Closing Date: Sunday, 10th November 2024 (Midnight)

Strategic Director Economy, Innovation and Growth

Up to £134,228

We have four fantastic opportunities for innovative and forward-thinking leaders to join our leadership team and drive our exciting agenda forward, working together, fighting for a better future for Gateshead. We’re absolutely committed to making Gateshead a place where everyone thrives, and you’ll be joining an organisation who strongly believe that the strength of Gateshead is the people of Gateshead.

We’re reviewing how we’re organised to ensure that we make effective and efficient decisions that deliver brilliant outcomes for our employees and our communities, so the responsibilities and accountabilities associated with the role below is subject to change.

You’ll lead on economic growth and regeneration plans for Gateshead as well as delivering major projects, driving the climate agenda, and growing the economy of Gateshead. You’ll also be responsible for the regulatory and compliance framework of Environmental Health, Trading Standards, Licensing and associated enforcement, development, and our transport strategy.

These are exceptional opportunities to shape our future and yours. For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact Nick Raper: 07715 690463, or Julie Towers: 07764 791736 or Ali Tasker: 07514 724 114. For further information about the roles please visit: www.gateshead.gov.uk/senior-management

Closing Date: Friday 8th November 2024

Strategic Director Housing, Environment and Healthy Communities

Up to £134,228

We have four fantastic opportunities for innovative and forward-thinking leaders to join our leadership team and drive our exciting agenda forward, working together, fighting for a better future for Gateshead. We’re absolutely committed to making Gateshead a place where everyone thrives, and you’ll be joining an organisation who strongly believe that the strength of Gateshead is the people of Gateshead.

We’re reviewing how we’re organised to ensure that we make effective and efficient decisions that deliver brilliant outcomes for our employees and our communities, so the responsibilities and accountabilities associated with the role below is subject to change.

You’ll lead the development of our housing, environment, and healthy community services, providing integrated, modern customer focused services that meet the needs of Gateshead and

our communities. Your leadership of our large, diverse and dispersed workforce will help us to deliver our ambitious Thrive agenda, whilst maximising productivity, improving collaboration and driving culture change.

These are exceptional opportunities to shape our future and yours. For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact Nick Raper: 07715 690463, or Julie Towers: 07764 791736 or Ali Tasker: 07514 724 114. For further information about the roles please visit: www.gateshead.gov.uk/senior-management

Closing Date: Friday 8th November 2024

Service Director, Financial Management

Up to £111,449

We have four fantastic opportunities for innovative and forward-thinking leaders to join our leadership team and drive our exciting agenda forward, working together, fighting for a better future for Gateshead. We’re absolutely committed to making Gateshead a place where everyone thrives, and you’ll be joining an organisation who strongly believe that the strength of Gateshead is the people of Gateshead.

We’re reviewing how we’re organised to ensure that we make effective and efficient decisions that deliver brilliant outcomes for our employees and our communities, so the responsibilities and accountabilities associated with the role below is subject to change.

You’ll contribute to the financial health and management of the Council and manage the strategic development and delivery of accountancy, treasury management, insurance, payroll and HR support, creditor payments, internal audit and debtors’ income and you’ll ensure that appropriate financial controls and systems are in place.

These are exceptional opportunities to shape our future and yours. For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact Nick Raper: 07715 60463, Ali Tasker: 07514 724 114. For further information about the roles please visit: www.gateshead.gov.uk/senior-management

Closing Date: Friday 8th November 2024

Service Director, Adult Social Care

Up to £111,449

We have four fantastic opportunities for innovative and forward-thinking leaders to join our leadership team and drive our exciting agenda forward, working together, fighting for a better future for Gateshead. We’re absolutely committed to making Gateshead a place where everyone thrives, and you’ll be joining an organisation who strongly believe that the strength of Gateshead is the people of Gateshead.

We’re reviewing how we’re organised to ensure that we make effective and efficient decisions that deliver brilliant outcomes for our employees and our communities, so the responsibilities and accountabilities associated with the role below is subject to change.

You’ll provide strategic leadership across adult social care access, assessment, care management, provision and safeguarding for vulnerable adults, through consistent holistic processes delivered to a high standard. You’ll also contribute to the strategic direction and management of the Council to deliver our Thrive agenda.

These are exceptional opportunities to shape our future and yours. For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact Nick Raper: 07715 690463, Carol Coyle. For further information about the roles please visit: www.gateshead.gov.uk/senior-management

Closing Date: Friday 8th November 2024

Chief Executive, Energy & Utility Skills Ltd

Salary: Circa £150,000 + Benefits

(Hybrid-working, alternative / flexible working options are available)

A unique opportunity to lead an organisation at the forefront of a critical sector transformation, contributing to the UK’s sustainability goals.

The role

As Chief Executive of Energy & Utility Skills you will lead an organisation that sits at the heart of the UK's clean energy and utilities transition. In this pivotal role you will be tasked with advancing strategic priorities that ensure the sector's workforce is prepared for future demands.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring the sustainable growth of Energy and Utility Skills and its continued impact on the workforce across the energy and utilities industries.
• Engaging with senior stakeholders at the highest levels across industry and government, influencing the skills agenda and positioning Energy and Utility Skills as the go-to organisation for skills in the sector.
• Delivering Energy and Utility Skills’ four strategic pillars: Employer of Choice, Skills Voice of Industry, Convene & Collaborate, and Service Excellence.
• Driving organisational performance, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and service delivery that meets the evolving needs of the sector.

Energy and Utility Skills

Energy & Utility Skills has a clear purpose, to deliver a safe, skilled and sustainable workforce with energy and utility industries. As the industry skills voice and standard setting body, achieving this purpose supports our vision of skills for a greener world.       

At the forefront of the skills agenda, Energy & Utility Skills is supporting critical sectors in their journey towards net-zero and environmental sustainability.  An Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation we deliver trusted industry standards and services, including technical and safety-related qualifications  and end point assessments. These services help employers attract, develop and retain the workforce needed today, and identify the emerging industry skills needs

Candidates

This role calls for a leader with a proven track record in delivering sustainable commercial growth, who can adeptly navigate political environments and influence decision-making at the highest levels. Your strategic vision, combined with exceptional stakeholder management skills, will ensure that the UK’s energy and utilities industries are well-equipped to meet future challenges. A deep understanding of the skills agenda is essential for success in this role.

Next Steps:

This is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation at the forefront of a critical sector transformation, directly contributing to the UK’s sustainability goals. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Tromans at 07805 226301 or andrew.tromans@penna.com.

For further information, please download the Candidate Briefing Pack below:

Candidate Briefing Pack

Applications should be submitted via https://execroles.penna.com by Sunday, 17th November, including a CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Energy & Utility Skills Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

Visit www.euskills.co.uk for more information.

Chief Executive / Chief Nuclear Inspector

Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR)

Competitive  

Liverpool, Cheltenham or London (regular travel in UK & Internationally is expected)

This role is defined as a reserved post, therefore only UK nationals may be considered.

The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) is the UK’s independent nuclear regulatory authority. Established as a statutory public corporation on 1 April 2014, under the Energy Act 2013, its mission is to protect society by securing safe nuclear operations.

The combined role of Chief Executive / Chief Nuclear Inspector is vital, requiring strong leadership of the UK’s independent nuclear regulator tasked with holding the industry to account on behalf of the public.  Through this role, the ONR plays a crucial part in helping to keep society, the public and the environment safe through the robust and efficient regulation of the civil nuclear industry.

Given the many challenges the industry is facing as it undergoes significant growth, diversification and change and as the ONR continues to strive for better ways of working and regulatory excellence, there has never been a more exciting time to join the organisation.

As well as regulating existing nuclear sites, their supply chains and the transportation of nuclear materials, the ONR is responsible for regulating the design and construction of new nuclear facilities and oversees the decommissioning of nuclear sites. ONR cooperates with other UK and international regulators and agencies on safety and security issues of common concern, including associated research.

The role requires both the technical skills and experience needed to fulfil the duties as Chief Nuclear Inspector and also the leadership, communication, stakeholder engagement and strategy development experience and skills to meet the needs of the CEO role.

Here are some of the criteria we are seeking:

• Significant senior-level experience of the nuclear sector and its regulatory requirements.

• Demonstrable track record of ensuring informed and effective regulatory judgements, of regulatory decisions; and communicating those decisions in a way that engenders public trust in nuclear regulation.

• Successful stakeholder engagement that demonstrates commitment to transparency, openness and working in the public interest.

• Effective strategic and corporate leadership that delivers sustained change and improved performance in a technically-oriented organisation.

• Proven effective leadership that gets the best out of and develops capability at every opportunity, as well as tackling negative cultural issues and behaviours.

This role has a broad scope, and therefore the essential skills and experience are extensive.  However, we strongly encourage applicants to apply who perhaps don’t have all of the required skills but that are willing to acquire them once in the role.

For a confidential discussion about the role and to apply please contact our retained Executive Search partners at Penna, an LHH brand by contacting Charles Wilson charles.wilson@penna.com  07801 880 420 or Aaron Thomas aaron.thomas@penna.com 07709 505 403

For more information about the role, please click the link below to download a candidate briefing pack.

Candidate Pack

Closing Date: Thursday 14th November 2024

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds