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.

ONE MILLION REASONS TO CHOOSE BIRMINGHAM

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact to over 1 million residents at one of the most critical periods of Birmingham City Council’s future? Are you an experienced and successful Monitoring Officer or looking for an unrivalled career challenge and opportunity?

Director of Legal & Monitoring Officer

£131,200 - £169,980

We have laid the foundations to be a 21st Century Council, with 21st Century Officers and Councillors, and as our Director of Legal & Monitoring Officer you will build on these by strengthening our large (130+) legal team to support the vast array of services and ambitions of the Council: and inspire the transformation of our governance and services.

At the heart of our leadership team, deputising for the Executive Director, and leading our legal,

governance and democratic services; this is a rare opportunity, the kind that makes careers.

For more information on the role, please click the link below to download a candidate pack

Director of Legal & Monitoring Officer - Candidate Pack

For a confidential conversation please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

Julie Towers on 077 6479 1736 / Julie.Towers@penna.com  

Bruna Varante on 078 5830 6725 / Bruna.Varante@penna.com

Zara Bruton on 077 4398 0867 / Zara.Bruton@penna.com  

Closing Date: 31st October 2024 (Midnight)

ONE MILLION REASONS TO CHOOSE BIRMINGHAM

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact to over 1 million residents at one of the most critical periods of Birmingham City Council’s future? Are you an experienced and successful Director of Public Health looking for an unrivalled career challenge and opportunity?

Director of Public Health

£131,200 - £169,980

Leading a well-respected, multi-professional team of 120 dedicated staff the DPH plays a vital role in our leadership team. Helping shape the future of health and well-being addressing health inequalities and promoting innovative solutions to improve our residents lives.

We are looking for an inspiring leader who can motivate and unite teams and communities. With a proven track record of strategic leadership and success in similar environments you will have experience in driving transformational change that will have a lasting positive impact.

To make a successful application, candidates must be included in either the GMC Specialist Register, the GDC Specialist List or the UK Public Health Specialist Register.

For more information on the role, please click the link below to download a candidate pack

Director Public Health - Candidate Pack

For a confidential conversation please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

Nick Raper on 077 1569 0463 / Nick.Raper@penna.com

Carol Coyle on 075 0088 7849 / Carol.Coyle@penna.com

Closing Date: 31st October 2024 (Midnight)

Head of Quality Assurance, London Borough of Camden

Salary: £82,140 - £91,682

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

We’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind

The role

This role is a unique and exciting opportunity to make a real difference for children and young people in the London Borough of Camden.

Reporting to our Director for Relational Practice, you will be a key member of Camden’s Children and Learning Directorate and will play a vital role in the development of children and learning services and will be responsible for providing leadership across quality assurance, safeguarding, practice improvement, and workforce development.

Leading a high-performing, supportive and cohesive team, that is keen to achieve even more, you will be tasked with:

• Reviewing, finessing and delivering our quality assurance framework, building on the achievements we have already delivered
• Ensuring that quality assurance runs across all children’s and learning services (e.g. including SEND and Youth Justice) and that all services are relational, attend to rigour, and are innovative
• Enabling social workers and practitioners to consistently deliver exceptional services
• Collaborating with our Principal Social Worker and Head of Learning and Practice to embed continuous improvement and evidence impact

This is a politically restricted post, and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and will require an Enhanced DBS.

About Camden

Camden is a place where everyone can thrive and the council is committed to all its children having the best start in life: enjoying an excellent school experience in an ambitious and inclusive environment and having opportunities to lead flourishing lives.

We’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind. Here’s where you can help decide a better future for us all.

We’re ready to welcome your ideas, your views, and your rebellious spirit. Help us redefine how we’re supporting people, and we’ll redefine what a career can be.

To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our people by visiting www.camdenjobs.co.uk/our-stories  

About you

This role calls for a qualified social worker who is an experienced practitioner with a strong track-record of leadership across local authority children’s services.

You’ll need in-depth theoretical knowledge of social work and relational practice, with experience of leading transformational change, with demonstrable impact for the lives of children.

Next steps

If you are looking for a fresh and stimulating opportunity with an inclusive and supportive team, then look no further.

Please apply with a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter, and for a confidential discussion please call Andrew Tromans on 07805 226 301.

To find out more, please download the Candidate Briefing Pack:

Candidate Briefing Pack

Applications deadline:

Sunday, 3rd November 2024

Restoring pride in Harrow

Harrow Council

Director of Public Health

Salary:  £117,000 - £131,000

Here in Harrow our vision is one of 'Working together to make a difference for Harrow'. With a population of around 252,338 we’re one of the most diverse Borough’s in the country, a place where you can build a rewarding career and an enjoyable life, where over a quarter of the Borough consists of open space, much of which is designated green belt or Metropolitan Open Land.

With the planned retirement of our Director of Public Health we now have an exceptional opportunity for an experienced public health leader to really make your mark. As Director of Public Health, you’ll be the driving force behind better health and wellbeing, targeting health inequalities with a relentless improvement drive and building on our excellent relationships with NHS partners and other key agencies, as well as with the people of Harrow.

You’ll be our principal adviser on health matters, but just as importantly, provide strategic leadership of the continued integration of public health functions and outcomes into all aspects of our work. You’ll develop and implement an innovative and comprehensive public health strategy, along with evidence-based initiatives, to address key public health challenges. You’ll lead our well respected and committed Public Health team, working collaboratively with partners across the council, the NHS, and communities to deliver key outcomes and improve health and wellbeing across Harrow.

This exciting, varied and interesting role requires a person experienced in leading the agenda to improve the health and wellbeing of residents, reducing inequalities in health outcomes and protecting our residents and visitors from public health hazards.

If you relish a challenge and have the energy, enthusiasm and skills to deliver better outcomes, whilst making a real difference to the lives of our residents, then we would like to hear from you. It’s important that you are a registered GMC, GDC or UK PHR public health specialist with significant experience in all aspects of public health practice.

To find out more, please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Nick Raper on 07715 690463, or Carol Coyle on 07500 887849 for a confidential conversation, or visit Join Harrow for further information.

Closing Date: Sunday 27th October

AAC/ Final Panel: TBC

Make UK

2x Non-Executive Director positions

London

NED remuneration

Make UK is the manufacturers’ organisation - the leading voice of UK manufacturing and engineering and a key provider of business services for over 125 years. An influential member of the B5 - the five core business groups engaged by Government – Make UK engages directly with the PM and No10, Cabinet ministers and the opposition parties on the major issues that drive Britain’s economy.

At Make UK we value and nurture the contribution the UK manufacturing sector makes in creating jobs, boosting productivity, powering economic growth and delivering shared opportunity across England and Wales. Following the recent general election, this influence will need to grow as the new government seeks swift economic growth.

This is an exciting time for UK manufacturing with a transition to an innovative and more sustainable future. Net Zero, Technology led innovation and the Government shaping a new Industrial Strategy creates a fast-moving agenda for change. Make UK plays a leading role in representing and championing this transition in partnership with its members.

Make UK is also a commercial organisation operating highly successful business services. We provide professional support services (advice, consultancy and training) in HR and Employment Law and Environmental, Health and Safety.  With a focus on the sector’s future skills base, MAKE UK has established itself as a leading national provider of engineering and manufacturing apprenticeships through its Apprentice Training Centre in Birmingham as well as owning and operating several award-winning conference centres in Warwickshire, London and Bristol.

Make UK is seeking two Board members to replace existing NEDs who are stepping down having served their terms. As an active and engaged member of the Board you will monitor, evaluate and challenge the performance of Make UK. You will ensure Make UK abides by the highest standard of transparency and business conduct. You will bring independence and impartiality, with the ability constructively challenge the Make UK Executive. You will need strong business strategy skills, including the ability to interpret business and management information to determine business performance and improvement. You will have excellent influencing and communication skills as well as the ability to build effective and constructive relationships both internally and externally. You will have a passion for the manufacturing industry.

One of the newly appointed NEDs will chair the Audit & Risk Committee and the Board seeks candidates with experience and expertise of having held similar roles at Board level and ideally knowledge of investment funds. The Board is also interested in NEDs with a background in innovation and entrepreneurship and the impact and opportunities of digital & technology on the manufacturing sector. Experience of membership organisations, an interest in the manufacturing sector or experience of political engagement and advocacy would be advantageous.

This an opportunity to support Make UK in the next stage of its journey – to further enhance our business service offering, anticipate and meet the future skills needs of manufacturers and strengthen our position as the leading advocate for our sector.

For further information please click the link below to download a candidate briefing pack:

Non-Executive Directors x2 Candidate Briefing Pack

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact our colleagues at LHH Penna:

Charles Wilson on 07801 880420 charles.wilson@penna.com or

Aaron Thomas on 07379 285 167 aaron.thomas@penna.com

Closing date: Midnight, Thursday 31st October 2024.

Director of Public Health & Communities

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council

Salary: £118,315 (2024/2025 Pay Award Pending) plus up to £8,000 Relocation Scheme

Beside the sea, beyond expectations!

BCP Council has a bold vision for creating sustainable, safe and healthy communities where people, nature, coast and towns come together harmoniously. We’re the tenth-largest urban local authority in England and our communities are vibrant and diverse. Our corporate priorities are underpinned

by our approach to put our people at the heart of our services.

We’re seeking our first ever Director of Public Health and Communities as a central part of this mission. The creation of this new role follows the recent decision to create separate public health functions for BCP Council and Dorset Council, disaggregating the pan-Dorset shared service and forming a new partnership as part of the Dorset Integrated Care System. We’re searching for a dynamic Public Health professional and leader to shape and deliver an aspirational public health function alongside our ambitions for empowering communities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to develop and lead a new focused team, have a huge influence across the council and the place, and work collaboratively with communities and partners to make a real difference to residents. You’ll spearhead the development of the public health and community services across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, enhancing residents' health and well-being, mitigating health inequalities, and safeguarding local communities.

We’re seeking an inspirational leader who can develop and implement a comprehensive public health strategy along with innovative, data and intelligence led initiatives to address the key challenges in our communities.

You’ll be included in the GMC Specialist Register/GDC Specialist List or UK Voluntary Register for Public Health Specialists and will demonstrate expertise in the Faculty of Public Health Competencies.

You’ll be a highly effective and visible leader, with the vision and presence to inspire and empower

our communities to achieve the best possible outcomes.

You’ll have a unique opportunity to be bold, creative and do things differently, whilst helping us to make a real impact.

BCP Council is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds within the community.

For further information and to download a candidate briefing pack, please click the link below:

Director of Public Health & Communities Candidate Briefing Pack

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please call our advising consultants at Penna:

•   Ali Tasker 07514 728114,  ali.tasker@penna.com

•   Nick Raper 07715 690463,   nick.raper@penna.com

•   Rachael Morris 07840 711217,   Rachael.mo rris@penna.com

Closing date: Sunday 27 October 2024

Final Panel: Proposed W/c 4 November or 11 November 2024

We are working with a Local Authority in the South East to recruit an Interim Service Manager for Capital Programmes, to start as soon as possible for 6 months. Hybrid working model and Inside IR35. Suitable for those with previous Local Authority experience in a similar role.

For further information, please email thomas.race@penna.com.

Exeter City Council

Head of Service - Commercial Assets

Salary: £71,000

Our mission is to improve the lives of Exeter residents, delivering the best possible value while providing opportunities, enhancing life chances, and driving sustainable economic development. We aim to build on the tangible progress we’ve made in recent months through our transformation, and this is a pivotal time for positive change in the City. Strengthening our local economy, alongside our communities and stakeholders, is central to everything we do, forming the core of our commitment to making a meaningful impact on our citizens' quality of life. We are seeking passionate, innovative, and driven senior leaders who understand what excellence looks like and have the confidence to make informed, evidence-based decisions that benefit Exeter and its communities.

Exeter City Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to join our Operational Management Board, providing strategic and operational support to the Commercial Assets service. This role involves managing and improving key areas such as surveying, commercial property, car parking, and the Matford Centre & Markets. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, optimise property performance, and drive income generation while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and policies. You will have extensive leadership experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong track record in asset management and innovation. RICS membership is desirable.

For an informal and confidential discussion please contact our retained consultants:

Kelly Ridely on 07709 512415 or Kelly.Ridley@penna.com and Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or Amin.Aziz@penna.com

Closing date: Thursday 17th October

For more information, please visit Leading Exeter

Exeter City Council

Head of Service - Customer and Communities

Salary: £71,000

Our mission is to improve the lives of Exeter residents, delivering the best possible value while providing opportunities, enhancing life chances, and driving sustainable economic development. We aim to build on the tangible progress we’ve made in recent months through our transformation, and this is a pivotal time for positive change in the City. Strengthening our local economy, alongside our communities and stakeholders, is central to everything we do, forming the core of our commitment to making a meaningful impact on our citizens' quality of life. We are seeking passionate, innovative, and driven senior leaders who understand what excellence looks like and have the confidence to make informed, evidence-based decisions that benefit Exeter and its communities.

Exeter City Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to join our Operational Management Board, providing strategic and operational leadership to our customer services and community development work. You will already be working at a senior level with demonstratable experience of successful senior delivery of significant transformation of a customer management service within a complex public and or private sector environment. You will be a strong collaborator and will have experience of creating and implementing leaner communication process and enhancing customer experience. You will take full responsibility for all things related to the customer and lead the Council’s relationship with its customers across all service areas, driving efforts to assess and evaluate experiences at each touchpoint across the customer journey. You will be a customer advocate operationally and strategically, ensuring the voice of the customer is heard in decision-making and motivating all staff to be ambassadors for your services. You will be experienced in supporting your teams to provide exceptional customer service and act as a driving force behind building a customer centric culture at Exeter. You will also provide strategic leadership to our Community Development work largely delivered through our flagship programme Wellbeing Exeter.

For an informal and confidential discussion please contact our retained consultants:

Kelly Ridely on 07709 512415 or Kelly.Ridley@penna.com and Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or Amin.Aziz@penna.com

Closing date: Thursday 17th October

For more information, please visit Leading Exeter

Exeter City Council

Head of Service - Digital and Data

Salary: £71,000

Our mission is to improve the lives of Exeter residents, delivering the best possible value while providing opportunities, enhancing life chances, and driving sustainable economic development. We aim to build on the tangible progress we’ve made in recent months through our transformation, and this is a pivotal time for positive change in the City. Strengthening our local economy, alongside our communities and stakeholders, is central to everything we do, forming the core of our commitment to making a meaningful impact on our citizens' quality of life. We are seeking passionate, innovative, and driven senior leaders who understand what excellence looks like and have the confidence to make informed, evidence-based decisions that benefit Exeter and its communities.

Exeter City Council is seeking a highly skilled and experienced leader to join our Operational Management Board, providing strategic and operational support to the development of digital services. We are seeking an experienced and innovative leader to head our Digital & Data service. In this role, you will oversee the management and continuous improvement of key areas including data governance, business intelligence, ICT, GDPR, and digital platforms. We are looking for a driven and ambitious individual with a keen interest in streamlining and enhancing services. You will work collaboratively with internal teams, external partners, customers and political leadership to drive digital transformation, enhance data usage, and support the Council's Digital Customer Strategy. This is a unique opportunity to lead a high-performing team, manage substantial budgets, and deliver customer-centric, data-driven services.

For an informal and confidential discussion please contact our retained consultants:

Kelly Ridely on 07709 512415 or Kelly.Ridley@penna.com and Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or Amin.Aziz@penna.com

Closing date: Thursday 17th October

For more information, please visit Leading Exeter

Exeter City Council

Head of Service – HR, Workforce Planning & OD

Salary: £71,000

Our mission is to improve the lives of Exeter residents, delivering the best possible value while providing opportunities, enhancing life chances, and driving sustainable economic development. We aim to build on the tangible progress we’ve made in recent months through our transformation, and this is a pivotal time for positive change in the City. Strengthening our local economy, alongside our communities and stakeholders, is central to everything we do, forming the core of our commitment to making a meaningful impact on our citizens' quality of life. We are seeking passionate, innovative, and driven senior leaders who understand what excellence looks like and have the confidence to make informed, evidence-based decisions that benefit Exeter and its communities.

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving HR excellence and fostering an inclusive workforce? Exeter City Council is on the lookout for a highly skilled and experienced Head of Service to join our Operational Management Board, providing strategic and operational leadership for our HR, Workforce Planning, and Organisational Development functions. In this role, you’ll oversee key areas such as EDI, workforce health and safety, and payroll, while spearheading a proactive approach to recruitment and retention. As part of our Operational Management Board, you’ll champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring that our HR strategies align with our corporate goals. If you are a HR professional with a track record of managing complex HR functions and are committed to enhancing our workforce, we’d love to hear from you.

For an informal and confidential discussion please contact our retained consultants:

Kelly Ridely on 07709 512415 or Kelly.Ridley@penna.com and Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or Amin.Aziz@penna.com

Closing date: Thursday 17th October

For more information, please visit Leading Exeter

Exeter City Council

Strategic Director Operations

Salary: £96,700

Our mission is to improve the lives of Exeter residents, delivering the best possible value while providing opportunities, enhancing life chances, and driving sustainable economic development. We aim to build on the tangible progress we’ve made in recent months through our transformation, and this is a pivotal time for positive change in the City. Strengthening our local economy, alongside our communities and stakeholders, is central to everything we do, forming the core of our commitment to making a meaningful impact on our citizens' quality of life. We are seeking passionate, innovative, and driven senior leaders who understand what excellence looks like and have the confidence to make informed, evidence-based decisions that benefit Exeter and its communities.

In this critical role, you will drive the delivery of the Council’s Corporate Plan, leading the Operations Directorate to ensure effective service delivery across key areas such as environment, asset maintenance, waste management, public realm operations, and environmental health.

As part of the Strategic Management Board, you will provide visionary leadership to a wide range of services, building strong partnerships with stakeholders and ensuring the Council's services are innovative, customer-centric, and aligned with our continuous improvement goals. You will also play a vital role in managing large teams, overseeing substantial budgets, and driving forward initiatives that deliver value for money while maintaining a focus on sustainable economic development and community well-being.

We are looking for experienced leaders with a strong track record of success in managing complex operations, who can engage effectively with elected members, partners, and the community to ensure Exeter is a great place to live, work, and visit.

Requirements:

• Degree level education or equivalent, with evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

• Extensive leadership and senior management experience in a complex organisation

• Strong track record in budget management and driving performance improvement

• Knowledge of the legislative framework surrounding local government

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the future of key services in Exeter, making a real difference to the community.

For an informal and confidential discussion please contact our retained consultants:

Kelly Ridely on 07709 512415 or Kelly.Ridley@penna.com and Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or Amin.Aziz@penna.com

Closing date: Thursday 17th October

For more information, please visit Leading Exeter

We are working with a Local Authority who are looking for an Interim Programme Manager, ideally with a proven track record of leading change projects within Waste Services. The role will sit Outside IR35, starting as soon as possible for an initial period of 6 months. Previous and recent Local Government experience essential.

For further information please contact matthew.jones@penna.com

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

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Director of Strategic Communications and Corporate Affairs

The Liverpool City Region has an inspiring story to tell, and we need a visionary communications leader to enable us to tell it far and wide.

You’ll bring the creativity, diplomacy, drive and expertise to connect us with audiences from our local communities to our businesses and institutions, from national government to international investors. And you’ll bring a strong track record of delivering results in a similar role, ideally in a complex, politically driven organisation.

This pivotal role will provide strategic leadership to our work to build reputation and influence, overseeing communications, marketing, public affairs – including government relations - and the Chief Executive’s and Mayor’s offices.

For further information please visit https://join-lcrca.com/

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Pete John on 07701 305617 or Pete.John@penna.com

Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Julie.Towers@penna.com

Closing Date: 14th October 2024

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Director of Policy and Strategy

Our success story is underpinned by crystal clear priorities, enabled by first-rate evidence, policies and strategy.

You’ll bring a future-focused, creative, and ambitious approach to this two-year, fixed term role. convening and collaborating with our partners and stakeholders around shared goals.

Leading the creative and innovative development of evidence, policy and strategy to inform strategic investment and delivery decisions that deliver for our region, you’ll also provide strategic leadership and guidance to ensure strategies and frameworks to manage the performance of the organisation are effective.

For further information please visit https://join-lcrca.com/

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Pete John on 07701 305617 or Pete.John@penna.com

Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Julie.Towers@penna.com

Closing Date: 14th October 2024

Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

Executive Director of Investment and Delivery

There’s no more exciting place to lead a strategic investment programme than the Liverpool City Region.

We’re investing hundreds of millions of pounds to create jobs, build infrastructure, transform transport, attract inward investment, help businesses to grow, drive innovation and creativity, support communities, and catalyse economic growth.

You’ll need to bring a wealth of technical expertise to ensure robust process and decisions, manage large and complex projects, significant programmes and large capital and revenue budgets. But, just as importantly, you’ll also be adept at bringing together partners including local authorities, businesses and institutions, community organisations and government to achieve shared goals, together.

For further information please visit https://join-lcrca.com/

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Pete John on 07701 305617 or Pete.John@penna.com

Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Julie.Towers@penna.com

Closing Date: 14th October 2024

Director of Finance and Transformation (S151)

Middlesbrough Council

Up to £115,997

Middlesbrough: Moving forward at pace

A place with enormous potential, where the opportunities to make your mark are endless. We’ve a young, diverse and growing population and we’re home to an exceptional university, modern and vibrant colleges, and a booming digital sector. Our town centre is changing fast as we seek to attract more visitors to support jobs and strengthen our economy. We’ve made huge progress and we are seeking leaders who can build on our successes and deliver further change.

We’re modernising our services and managing resources carefully to create a stronger financial footing and you will be integral to us achieving a step change in culture, transforming services, and responding to efficiency challenges. Reporting to the Chief Executive you’ll provide advice on key decisions and financial planning, ensuring the Council’s stability for the short and longer term. As lead for transformation, you’ll oversee the delivery of innovative solutions to the challenges facing local government, whilst providing improved services for residents.

For further information, please download a candidate briefing pack by clicking the link below:

Director of Finance and Transformation (S151) Candidate Briefing Pack

Council Plan 2024 - 27

People Strategy

For a confidential discussion about these exciting roles, please contact:

Zara Bruton on 07743 980867,

Nick Raper on 07715 690463 or

Julie Towers on 07764 791736

Closing date: Sunday 13th October 2024

Director of Education and Skills

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council

Salary: £109,453

Beside the sea, beyond expectations!

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is searching for a visionary leader with significant experience in education and skills strategy development and implementation and most importantly; real results!  We are on an ambitious journey of transformation, striving to enhance educational outcomes and lifelong learning for our diverse and vibrant communities. Our vision is forward-thinking, and we are committed to driving educational excellence and fostering collaboration across all our services. This role is central to our mission, and we are searching for a dynamic leader who can elevate our Education and Skills Service to new heights.

As the Director of Education and Skills, you will lead a diverse directorate responsible for shaping the educational landscape across BCP. You will collaborate closely with corporate colleagues, early years settings, schools, and strategic partners to ensure that every child, young person, and adult in our community has access to high-quality education and learning opportunities. Your role will be pivotal in narrowing the achievement gap for vulnerable learners, promoting inclusion, and driving lifelong learning across our local area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of strategies to improve educational outcomes and support lifelong learning for all ages.

• Champion inclusion and reduce inequalities in educational attainment, particularly for vulnerable learners, with a focus on High Needs and SEND as part of our improvement journey.

• Oversee governance, finance, and regulatory functions for schools, ensuring alignment with the Council’s strategic objectives.

• Drive innovation, performance and accountability across the education sector and the wider system, ensuring compliance with legislative and statutory requirements.

If you are an innovative and strategic leader with experience in a Local Authority Education setting and are ready to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking Council, we encourage you to apply. Help us to shape the future of education and skills in the BCP region and play a vital role in transforming our community.

For further information and to download a Candidate Briefing Pack, please click the link below:

Director of Education & Skills - Candidate Briefing Pack

For a confidential and informal conversation please contact:

• Ali Tasker – 07514 728114 - Ali.tasker@penna.com

• Rachael Morris - 07840 711217 – Rachael.morris@penna.com

To apply, please submit your CV and a Supporting Statement outlining your relevant experience and vision for the role. BCP Council is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds within the community.

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 20th October 2024

Chief Executive

Middlesbrough Council

Up to £165,000

Middlesbrough: Moving forward at pace

A place with enormous potential, where the opportunities to make your mark are endless. We’ve a young, diverse and growing population and we’re home to an exceptional university, modern and vibrant colleges, and a booming digital sector. Our town centre is changing fast as we seek to attract more visitors to support jobs and strengthen our economy. We’ve made huge progress and we are seeking leaders who can build on our successes and deliver further change.

You’ll be dynamic, front-facing and motivated by delivering outcomes at pace. You’ll create the tone and conditions for our brilliant workforce to flourish, be committed to service excellence, high performance and be ambitious to work with our partners to create an exciting future for Middlesbrough. This is a fantastic opportunity for a collaborative, dedicated and ambitious leader with a passion for place and a demonstrable track record.

For further information, please download a candidate briefing pack by clicking the link below:

Chief Executive Candidate Briefing Pack

Council Plan 2024 - 27

People Strategy

For a confidential discussion about these exciting roles, please contact:

Zara Bruton on 07743 980867,

Nick Raper on 07715 690463 or

Julie Towers on 07764 791736

Closing date: Sunday 13th October 2024

Director Legal, Democratic and Electoral Services (and Monitoring Officer)

Salary: Up to £148k

As a Chief Officer, you will have overall responsibility for a £9.4million budget and a workforce of circa 87 individuals. You will lead a range of functions and services, including Legal Services, Legal advice to Council, Members and Officers, Democratic and Member Services, Elections, Electoral Registrations and Mayor's Office, as well as the Monitoring Officer role.

As part of your remit you will perform the functions of Deputy Electoral Registration Officer and Deputy Returning Officer, managing all elections that the Council has responsibility for. To apply, you will need a relevant law degree and experience of management in a political environment.

You will be able to lead on organisational improvement, with a sound track record of setting direction and inspiring teams to take the vision forward.

To arrange a confidential discussion about any of the above roles, please contact: Dawar Hashmi (07513 706265), Andrew Tromans (07805 226301)

For more information about the role please visit Shaping Hackney or click the apply link below.

Closing date: 19th of October 2024

Director Corporate Strategy and Transformation

Salary: Up to £148k

As part of the Corporate Leadership Team, you will be a catalyst for transformation across the organisation. Leading the Transformation and Policy and Strategic Delivery Teams, you will ensure the successful delivery of a range of programmes. With responsibility for a budget of circa £6.1m, you will develop and manage the Council’s transformational change portfolio to ensure investment is aligned to our ambitions, and ensuring that we can respond to the challenges ahead.

To apply, you will need strong and proven experience of successfully leading both transformation and strategy development at a corporate level. This includes the ability to manage a large team within a complex organisation, working across organisational boundaries, and aligning stakeholders and activities to achieve Corporate objectives. Ideally you will also have MSP, MoP or P3O Practitioner Certification.

To arrange a confidential discussion about any of the above roles, please contact: Dawar Hashmi (07513 706265), Andrew Tromans (07805 226301)

For more information about the role please visit Shaping Hackney or click the apply link below.

Closing date: 19th of October 2024

Group Director Finance and Corporate Resources

Salary: Up to £178k

Joining our Corporate Leadership Team, you will have direct responsibility for leading a range of functions, from Finance and Revenues, Procurement, Internal Audit, Strategic Property, Customer Services, Facilities Management, and ICT. As well as managing a budget of c.£72 million, you will also have overall responsibility for the Council’s entire budget as Section 151 Officer.

Leading the development of the medium-term financial strategy and the annual budgeting process, you will need strong experience of delivering transformation through robust business and financial planning. To apply, you must be a qualified chartered accountant, with membership of a recognised accountancy body.

To arrange a confidential discussion about any of the above roles, please contact: Dawar Hashmi (07513 706265), Andrew Tromans (07805 226301)

For more information about the role please visit Shaping Hackney or click the apply link below.

Closing date: 19th of October 2024

Assistant Director Education

Salary: Competitive

In this role, you will lead various educational services, including SEND, school improvement, early years settings, pupil place planning, admissions, home-to-school transport, and academisation programme. You will drive strategic planning, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with Council policies. A deep understanding of SEND services is essential, as you will be expected to guide the Council in developing innovative, more effective approaches to supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.

You will manage educational priorities, such as planning provision for children and young people aged 0-19, overseeing transport policies, and leading education capital programs. The role also involves guiding consultations on school changes, managing academy conversions, and liaising with the Department for Education. As a leader, you will inspire teams, build strong stakeholder relationships, and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. The position requires experience in large organisations, managing public services, and driving strategic decision-making.

For an informal discussion, please contact Carol Coyle on 07500 887849, Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or Julie Towers on 07764 791736.

For more information about the role please visit Leading Tameside or click the apply link below.

Closing date: Sunday 13th of October 2024

Let’s work together to build a brighter future for Tameside’s children.

Non-Executive Chair

Make UK

Make UK is the manufacturers’ organisation - the leading voice of UK manufacturing and engineering and a key provider of business services for over 125 years. An influential member of the B5 - the five core business groups engaged by Government – Make UK engages directly with the PM and No10, Cabinet ministers and the opposition parties on the major issues that drive Britain’s economy.

At Make UK we value and nurture the contribution the UK manufacturing sector makes in creating jobs, boosting productivity, powering economic growth and delivering shared opportunity across England and Wales. Following the recent general election, this influence will need to grow as the new government seeks swift economic growth. A Chair who is impactful at the highest levels of Government is essential to further Make UK’s agenda.

This is an exciting time for UK manufacturing with a transition to an innovative and more sustainable future. Net Zero, Technology led innovation and the Government shaping a new Industrial Strategy creates a fast-moving agenda for change. Make UK plays a leading role in representing and championing this transition in partnership with its members.

Make UK is also a commercial organisation operating highly successful business services. We provide professional support services (advice, consultancy and training) in HR and Employment Law and Environmental, Health and Safety.  With a focus on the sector’s future skills base, MAKE UK has established itself as a leading national provider of engineering and manufacturing apprenticeships through its Apprentice Training Centre in Birmingham as well as owning and operating several award-winning conference centres in Warwickshire, London and Bristol.

As Chair you’ll prioritise the needs of our members and bring considerable leadership experience to provide robust governance and coordination of the Board. You will have previously chaired similarly diverse organisations, with a focus on balancing commercial and wider strategic objectives and be politically aware. You will work closely with, support and challenge the CEO and Executive Team to prioritise business delivery and development while ensuring the organisation’s continued effectiveness and sustainability. You will have a strong network across Government and business with a national and international reach, acting as an ambassador for our brand and our sector amongst our key audiences and stakeholders, including with Government Ministers, Trade Unions and in the media.

This an opportunity to support Make UK in the next stage of its journey – to further enhance our business service offering, anticipate and meet the future skills needs of manufacturers and strengthen our position as the leading advocate for our sector.  

To download a candidate briefing pack, please click the link below:

Non-Executive Chair - Candidate Briefing Pack

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact our colleagues at LHH Penna:

Charles Wilson on 07801 880420 charles.wilson@penna.com or

Aaron Thomas on 07379 285 167 aaron.thomas@penna.com

Closing date 10th October 2024