Implementation Project Lead - The Grosvenor Hart Housing Project

The Trustees of the Grosvenor Estate have an ambition to make a lasting positive social impact by addressing the housing needs of low-income households in the UK and are seeking an Implementation Project Lead to support the design and implementation of this new initiative as part of a dedicated team.

Grosvenor’s strategy for the project is to focus on addressing the housing needs of low-income households in order to develop secure homes that have a dramatic impact on the life chances of children and young people particularly.

There are currently two Proof of Concept projects, one in London and the other in the North West.

The role of the Implementation Project Lead, which sits within the Grosvenor Holding Company, will be to lead the set-up and mobilisation of the two Proof of Concept projects and own local stakeholder relationships. This will involve working closely with local partners to ensure that the structures and processes required for effective delivery of housing and related services are established during site preparation, and that these processes are maintained to ensure quality service delivery.

This role will develop effective stakeholder relationships and through this work the Implementation Project Lead will identify learnings from delivery that will inform the future Hart strategy.

With great access to senior individuals in the business, this role offers the opportunity to influence the creation of a new area of business for Grosvenor with a strong focus on social impact.

Key requirements

• Excellent programme management skills and ability to problem-solve
• Skilful manager of stakeholder relationships, willing to apply challenge where appropriate
• A genuine commitment to helping improve the lives of low-income households
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Experience in the field of low-income housing and/or working with vulnerable children and young people as well as Local Authorities and associated stakeholder groups is preferable

Competitive salary, flexible location base with travel, additional benefits.

Please apply with a CV and Cover Letter by 17:00 7th October 2021.

For a confidential conversation about the role please contact Claudia Sousa on 07763 580368 claudia.sousa@penna.com or Charles Wilson 07801 880 420 charles.wilson@penna.com.

To apply for this role, or to download a copy of the job description please click the apply button below.

Closing Date: 5pm Thursday 7th October 2021

Derbyshire County Council

Managing Director

£161,000 to £175,929 per annum

At Derbyshire County Council, we’re truly ambitious about building on our success to date and continuing our journey to becoming a more modern and effective and Enterprising Council. We are focused on delivering best in class services that help create opportunities for our residents and communities’, as well as a great place to live and work. We’re also committed to improve and reform both our services and our culture to meet our communities’ changing needs.

We have created a new role of Managing Director, to lead and inspire our organisation, putting residents and communities at the heart of what we do. As the Council’s most senior officer, the Managing Director will be responsible for providing effective strategic leadership, corporate governance, performance management and direction across the Council, aligned to the Council’s strategic aims.

Collaboration and partnership remain at the heart of the Council’s senior officer operating model and the Managing Director will ensure that the core principles of collective leadership are maintained. Leading the Council’s Corporate Management Team, the Managing Director will also undertake the statutory role of Head of Paid Service.

The Managing Director will play a crucial part in supporting the Leader of the Council to represent the whole Council locally, regionally and nationally, improving focus on ensuring all resources, including those within the Council, are working together and prioritised on meeting the needs of residents.

For further information and to download a candidate briefing pack, please click the 'Apply' button below.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Julie Towers at Penna on 07764 791736.

Closing Date: Midnight on 17th October 2021.

A NEW ERA FOR NOTTINGHAM

Corporate Director for Finance and Resources (Section 151 Officer)  

Salary: Up to £153k (depending on experience)

Want to take on a new challenge to make Nottingham a world-class city for everyone?

Nottingham is a vibrant, diverse and ambitious city. We are passionate about tackling

inequalities in all we do. We are home to the “Nottingham Declaration on Climate Change”, and maintain a nationally leading position on carbon reduction with the ambition to be carbon neutral by 2028. We pioneered Early Intervention and Community Care models and maintain award winning parks, leisure and cultural facilities for the benefit of our citizens. Our transport system is celebrated nationally and internationally.

But Nottingham is not without its challenges – we have a Recovery and Improvement Plan to help us move forward positively in response to a recent Non-Statutory Review which identified weaknesses to be addressed, and we have embraced working with an Improvement Board which is offering support and

constructive challenge. We are also one of the most deprived cities, however, be in no doubt we are ambitious for our people and ambitious for our place as described in our new Strategic Council Plan. We are on the cusp of something exciting and we’re looking for a visionary and inspirational leader to set out our future growth roadmap with our partners.

What we’re looking for…

…an innovative and forward-thinking Director who is committed to ensuring that our ambitions for a world-class city are shaped by our citizens. You’ll ensure we’re grounded in effective financial, governance and risk management, whilst facilitating innovation and transformation to achieve better outcomes for less across our services and the council. Youwill help us deliver affordable value for money services and work with partners to align the city’s aspirations and ambitions to deliver strategic goals and promises for our residents. We strive to have a workforce that reflects our city’s diversity and this is increasingly important in our decision-making senior leadership roles. To help us achieve our ambition,we particularly want to hear from experienced leaders who are female, leaders who are

from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic communities or leaders that identify with having a disability as we are under-represented in these groups at this senior level at the Council.

For more information on this role please visit: https://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or Az Ahmed on 07717 810481.

Executive Director City Futures

Sheffield City Council

(Salary - £127k to £154k)

From stainless steel to medical prosthetics, yesterday’s inventions were just the start. Now it’s time to define tomorrow. We’re one of the UK’s leading cities, with an exceptional history and reputation to build on. We’re supporting our communities and businesses out of the pandemic, tackling inequalities, celebrating our people and cultures, and bursting with innovation and invention.

It means incredible things for our future. And it could mean incredible things for yours too. We’re looking for talented and inspiring professionals who can share our passion for this city and are ready to take a lead in delivering the very best for it.

Make your future incredible. Visit http://www.incrediblefuturesinsheffield.com/ to find out more and apply.

For an informal discussion contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791 736, Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467.

Closing Date: Friday 22nd October 2021

Executive Director Operational Services

Sheffield City Council

(Salary - £127k to £154k)

From stainless steel to medical prosthetics, yesterday’s inventions were just the start. Now it’s time to define tomorrow. We’re one of the UK’s leading cities, with an exceptional history and reputation to build on. We’re supporting our communities and businesses out of the pandemic, tackling inequalities, celebrating our people and cultures, and bursting with innovation and invention.

It means incredible things for our future. And it could mean incredible things for yours too. We’re looking for talented and inspiring professionals who can share our passion for this city and are ready to take a lead in delivering the very best for it.

Make your future incredible. Visit http://www.incrediblefuturesinsheffield.com/to find out more and apply.

For an informal discussion contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791 736, Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467.

Closing Date: Friday 22nd October 2021

Director Integrated Commissioning

Sheffield City Council

(Salary - c£91k)

From stainless steel to medical prosthetics, yesterday’s inventions were just the start. Now it’s time to define tomorrow. We’re one of the UK’s leading cities, with an exceptional history and reputation to build on. We’re supporting our communities and businesses out of the pandemic, tackling inequalities, celebrating our people and cultures, and bursting with innovation and invention.

It means incredible things for our future. And it could mean incredible things for yours too. We’re looking for talented and inspiring professionals who can share our passion for this city and are ready to take a lead in delivering the very best for it.

Make your future incredible. Visit http://www.incrediblefuturesinsheffield.com/ to find out more and apply.

For an informal discussion contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791 736, Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467.

Closing Date: Friday 22nd October 2021

Director Investment and Climate Change

Sheffield City Council

(Salary - c£91k)

From stainless steel to medical prosthetics, yesterday’s inventions were just the start. Now it’s time to define tomorrow. We’re one of the UK’s leading cities, with an exceptional history and reputation to build on. We’re supporting our communities and businesses out of the pandemic, tackling inequalities, celebrating our people and cultures, and bursting with innovation and invention.

It means incredible things for our future. And it could mean incredible things for yours too. We’re looking for talented and inspiring professionals who can share our passion for this city and are ready to take a lead in delivering the very best for it.

Make your future incredible. Visit http://www.incrediblefuturesinsheffield.com/ to find out more and apply.

For an informal discussion contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791 736, Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467.

Closing Date: Friday 29th October 2021

Director Economic Development

Sheffield City Council

(Salary - c£91k)

From stainless steel to medical prosthetics, yesterday’s inventions were just the start. Now it’s time to define tomorrow. We’re one of the UK’s leading cities, with an exceptional history and reputation to build on. We’re supporting our communities and businesses out of the pandemic, tackling inequalities, celebrating our people and cultures, and bursting with innovation and invention.

It means incredible things for our future. And it could mean incredible things for yours too. We’re looking for talented and inspiring professionals who can share our passion for this city and are ready to take a lead in delivering the very best for it.

Make your future incredible. Visit http://www.incrediblefuturesinsheffield.com/ to find out more and apply.

For an informal discussion contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791 736, Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467.

Closing Date: Friday 29th October 2021

Director Street Scene and Regulations

Sheffield City Council

(Salary - c£91k)

From stainless steel to medical prosthetics, yesterday’s inventions were just the start. Now it’s time to define tomorrow. We’re one of the UK’s leading cities, with an exceptional history and reputation to build on. We’re supporting our communities and businesses out of the pandemic, tackling inequalities, celebrating our people and cultures, and bursting with innovation and invention.

It means incredible things for our future. And it could mean incredible things for yours too. We’re looking for talented and inspiring professionals who can share our passion for this city and are ready to take a lead in delivering the very best for it.

Make your future incredible. Visit http://www.incrediblefuturesinsheffield.com/ to find out more and apply.

For an informal discussion contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791 736, Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467.

Closing Date: Friday 29th October 2021

Director Direct Services

Sheffield City Council

(Salary - c£91k)

From stainless steel to medical prosthetics, yesterday’s inventions were just the start. Now it’s time to define tomorrow. We’re one of the UK’s leading cities, with an exceptional history and reputation to build on. We’re supporting our communities and businesses out of the pandemic, tackling inequalities, celebrating our people and cultures, and bursting with innovation and invention.

It means incredible things for our future. And it could mean incredible things for yours too. We’re looking for talented and inspiring professionals who can share our passion for this city and are ready to take a lead in delivering the very best for it.

Make your future incredible. Visit http://www.incrediblefuturesinsheffield.com/ to find out more and apply.

For an informal discussion contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers on 07764 791 736, Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467.

Closing Date: Friday 29th October 2021

Public Services Ombudsman for Wales

Maximum 7-year fixed term

Competitive Salary

Bridgend

The Public Services Ombudsman for Wales (PSOW) has the legal powers to look into complaints about public services and independent care providers in Wales. The PSOW also investigates complaints where members of local government bodies have breached their authority’s code of conduct, it upholds justice and helps public services improve by actively listening and learning from complaints. The PSOW is independent of all government bodies and provides a free and independent service.

The current Ombudsman is due to step down from the role and we are looking for a talented leader who can build on the success he and his team have delivered during his term in office. The successful candidate for the position will have a demonstrable track record as a strategic leader, possessing strong operational management capability combined with excellent communication and analytical skills. Whether from the public or private sector you will also have a good understanding of devolved government and public services structures, and your evidenced based approach to decision making will engender confidence in stakeholders and staff alike.

This is a Crown Appointment with the successful candidate being nominated by the Senedd -Welsh Parliament and will be for a maximum period of 7 years.

For an initial discussion in confidence, please contact our recruitment  partners at Penna, Roger Russell (07710701570)  roger.russell@penna.com or Claudia Sousa (07763580368) claudia.sousa@penna.com

Ombwdsmon Gwasanaethau Cyhoeddus Cymru

Tymor penodol - uchafswm o 7 mlynedd

Cyflog cystadleuol

Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr

Mae gan Ombwdsmon Gwasanaethau Cyhoeddus Cymru bwerau cyfreithiol i ymchwilio i gwynion am wasanaethau cyhoeddus a darparwyr gofal annibynnol yng Nghymru. Mae’r Ombwdsmon hefyd yn ymchwilio i gwynion os bydd aelodau o gyrff llywodraeth leol wedi torri cod ymddygiad eu hawdurdod, mae’n cynnal cyfiawnder ac yn helpu gwasanaethau cyhoeddus i wella, drwy wrando’n wirioneddol ar gwynion a dysgu yn eu sgîl. Mae Ombwdsmon Gwasanaethau Cyhoeddus Cymru yn annibynnol ar bob corff llywodraethol ac mae’n darparu gwasanaeth annibynnol am ddim.

Bydd yr Ombwdsmon presennol yn rhoi’r gorau i’r rôl cyn hir, ac rydym yn chwilio am arweinydd talentog a all ddatblygu’r llwyddiant y mae ef a'i dîm wedi'i gyflawni yn ystod ei gyfnod yn y swydd. Bydd gan yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus ar gyfer y swydd enw da amlwg fel arweinydd strategol, a bydd ganddo allu rheoli gweithredol cryf ynghyd â sgiliau cyfathrebu a sgiliau dadansoddi rhagorol. P'un ai a yw o'r sector cyhoeddus neu o'r sector preifat, bydd gan yr ymgeisydd hefyd ddealltwriaeth dda o strwythurau llywodraeth ddatganoledig a gwasanaethau cyhoeddus, a bydd ei ddull o ddefnyddio tystiolaeth ar gyfer gwneud penderfyniadau yn ennyn hyder rhanddeiliaid a staff fel ei gilydd.

Mae hwn yn benodiad y Goron, a bydd yr ymgeisydd llwyddiannus yn cael ei enwebu gan Senedd Cymru a bydd yn y swydd am gyfnod o hyd at 7 mlynedd.

I gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y rôl neu i wneud cais ewch i https://execroles.penna.com/ neu i gael trafodaeth gychwynnol yn gyfrinachol, cysylltwch â'n partneriaid recriwtio yng nghwmni Penna, sef Roger Russell (07710701570) roger.russell@penna.com neu Claudia Sousa (07763580368) claudia.sousa@penna.com

Lambeth, now is the time

Lambeth Council

Assistant Director - Digital

Salary – c£98k

Lambeth is one of the most vibrant and diverse boroughs in London covering Brixton, Streatham, Clapham and Waterloo. We provide services such as planning, social work, housing and schools to 333,000 residents and hundreds of businesses.

Everyone at Lambeth Council brings something different to the team. But despite our diverse talents and the unique perspective each of us brings, we are all connected by a shared ambition - to make life better for our community. It takes passion, pride and an innovative spirit. That’s what makes us 100% Lambeth.

We’re looking for a proactive, strategic digital expert who can bring a track record of leveraging technology investments, support collaboration across the council and encourage shared learning from within and from outside of the organisation. We have a number of external partnerships which this role will lead covering a range of digital agendas with organisations such as Microsoft and the London Office of Technology.

As the Assistant Director – Digital, you will ensure we are creating and delivering digital solutions and that exceed the outcomes set out in our Customer Experience & Technology Strategies, while ensuring services are supported through the digital journey to become as efficient as they can be.

You will play a key part in delivering and aligning ‘digital’ to our Borough Plan, Resident Services Business Plan, and our Digital Lambeth Programme. This is a cross-organisational role which will need a strategic leader who will have the ability to successfully influence our Corporate BAU and business plan landscape to develop and implement a range of digital initiatives.

This role is focused on human centred design and approach to problem solving and digital delivery, though the role is digitally focused, it is important for our new Assistant Director – Digital to have an innovative, customer centric approach to deliver the best outcomes for a diverse set of stakeholders.

We’re looking for an influential and experienced leader to get everyone on board. We need someone who can bring experience of digitising processes, and a proactive, can-do attitude when it comes to driving through change. Above all, you’ll bring a

collaborative approach to developing solutions and improving services for all.

For more information please visit https://www.lambethambition.co.uk or to apply please click the apply button below. For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Joshua Bembridge on 07739 985 331, or Carol Coyle on 07500 887 849.

Closing Date: Monday 11th October 2021

Herefordshire is a great place to live with a beautiful and unique natural environment. We have ambitions for Herefordshire to be an exemplar of 21st century rural living where market towns and rural communities are properly valued and recognised for the contributions they make to the success of the county. We’re striving to create a thriving local economy which is sustainable, well connected and offers wellbeing across the whole of the county.

We’re looking for a Director of Public Health who can build influential relationships across the health sector in Herefordshire.  As part of our community wellbeing directorate, you will lead our health services to improve the health and wellbeing outcomes of our diverse communities. Herefordshire’s city infrastructure is growing and you’ll need to be equally comfortable working in a city environment as much as our market towns and rural communities. You’ll have a key role to play in Herefordshire’s  integrated care systems in taking forward our health priorities to make a positive difference across the county.

We’re looking for a fresh thinking and inspirational leader who will catch our ambition and passion for Herefordshire, its towns and communities. We are proud of our stunning county and our exceptional staff and this is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark and help us take Herefordshire to the next level. If you are a strong advocate for Public Health, with a passion for community engagement and you have exceptional people skills we’d love to hear from you.

To find out more and apply, visit www.spiritofherefordshire.com

Herefordshire is a great place to live with a beautiful and unique natural environment. We have ambitions for Herefordshire to be an exemplar of 21st century rural living where market towns and rural communities are properly valued and recognised for the contributions they make to the success of the county. We’re striving to create a thriving local economy which is sustainable, well connected and offers wellbeing across the whole of the county.

Herefordshire is a land of opportunity with a successful enterprise zone, a city with its first intake of university students this year, as well as a host of rural market towns and communities. There is a huge amount of potential to be delivered on, with our stronger towns funding and our city centre strategy. We’re looking for someone who can engage with a diverse set of stakeholders on a regional and national level, from local businesses to politicians. Herefordshire is a place to thrive and

we’re looking for a fresh thinking and inspirational leader who will catch our ambition and passion for Herefordshire, its towns and communities. We are proud of our stunning county and our exceptional staff and this is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark and help us take Herefordshire to the next level.

If you are a politically skilled, strategic leader who can lead and deliver a range of strategies and plans to ensure Herefordshire’s economy is sustainable and inclusive for the future, we’d love to hear from you.

To find out more and apply, visit www.spiritofherefordshire.com

Herefordshire is a great place to live with a beautiful and unique natural environment. We have ambitions for Herefordshire to be an exemplar of 21st century rural living where market towns and rural communities are properly valued and recognised for the contributions they make to the success of the county. We’re striving to create a thriving local economy which is sustainable, well connected and offers wellbeing across the whole of the county.

This role will be fundamental in leading our Adult Social Care service, that has been developed over many years and continuing the success of our strengths-based approach in assessment and integrating public health into our community health wellbeing service, Talk Community. You will ensure the community services led through our community engagement ethos, created during the pandemic, is embedded throughout the directorate and across the whole Council. We are in a good finance position and now is the time to lead our high performing team.

We’re looking for a fresh thinking and inspirational leader who will catch our ambition and passion for Herefordshire, its towns and communities. We are proud of our stunning county and our exceptional staff and this is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark and help us take Herefordshire to the next level.

To find out more and apply, visit www.spiritofherefordshire.com

Herefordshire is a great place to live with a beautiful and unique natural environment. We have ambitions for Herefordshire to be an exemplar of 21st century rural living where market towns and rural communities are properly valued and recognised for the contributions they make to the success of the county. We’re striving to create a thriving local economy which is sustainable, well connected and offers wellbeing across the whole of the county.

Improving our children’s services is our top corporate priority and with a non statutory improvement notice in place this role calls for a qualified social worker with experience of delivering significant and sustainable performance improvement. We’ve made an encouraging start, and with significant financial investment there is still plenty to do. Working alongside our improvement advisor you will have an opportunity to develop and lead a cohesive team that will define our vision for children’s services, consistently deliver the highest levels of social care and safeguarding practice, and improve outcomes for the children, young people and families of Herefordshire.

We’re looking for a fresh thinking and inspirational leader who will catch our ambition and passion for Herefordshire, its children and communities. We are proud of our stunning county and our exceptional staff and this is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark and help us take Herefordshire to the next level.

To find out more and apply, visit www.spiritofherefordshire.com

Head of Technology Architecture, Design and Security

Waltham Forest Council

Up to £74,433, more for exceptional candidate

Do you want to help shape and deliver the digital innovation journey for a leading London Borough, and help impact people’s lives for the better?

Bursting with culture, energy and opportunity, Waltham Forest is a place where people want to live, raise a family, and start a business. It’s also a fantastic place to work as they provide key services and deliver exciting programmes that improve the lives of their residents, including the Mayor of London’s first ever Borough of Culture.  With the new Fellowship Square campus now open, you can be right at the heart of our community in a fantastic modern workplace. These are just some of the changes driving Waltham Forest as the place to be and one that you could help shape in this role.

From their response to the Covid–19 outbreak to their ambitious regeneration and growth programme, this is an exceptional opportunity to help reimagine the borough for the digital age, accelerate growth in key digital services and skills, and work with front-line teams to use technology to transform resident services. The Digital and ICT teams are at the heart of driving change and innovation and this role is central to turning great ideas into new capabilities that make a positive impact for Waltham Forest’s residents and businesses.

As the Local Authority of the Year 2019 (MJ awards), Waltham Forest expects high standards. This is a relatively new role that reports directly to the Assistant Director of Digital Innovation and Delivery, playing a vital part in shaping the future strategy of Waltham Forest’s digital agenda and spearheading technology to facilitate better public services.

The team is some way through their transformation plan, having moved most technology to the cloud (mostly, although not exclusively, Microsoft Azure), and approximately 80% of front-end transactions are now completed online. We are therefore looking for someone who now wants to build on these firm foundations and lead the Council’s technology architecture, governance, and design solutions which can be successfully implemented. In this exciting role you will:

• Bring together our wide range of systems and infrastructure into a coherent architectural strategy. Includes supporting the Council’s Data Strategy.
• Be the authority for the Council’s technology architecture and designs. As well as having the strategic view the role includes detailed design work.
• Accountable for reviewing new suppliers’ and how they integrate into the Council’s architecture
• Ensure Data Governance complies with all legislative and regulatory requirements.
• See data as an asset and provide information both corporately and to Council Tax payers as appropriate via technological channels.
• Be accountable for the cyber security and information security for the council.
• Be accountable for PSN and PCI DSS compliance and Cyber Security Essentials for the council.

• Bring together technical experts from across Digital and ICT (and wider) to lead our the architecture design practice for the Council’s digital and technology landscape.
• Report to and deputise for the Assistant Director of Digital Innovation and Delivery.

This key role will be of interest to those who want to support the delivery of the Council’s technology roadmap to deliver better outcomes for our residents. You will be attracted by the opportunity to build upon the firm foundations already delivered, and design innovative solutions that will help transform how the Council works and ultimately improve the life of residents in this part of London.

You will be experienced and ambitious to lead on technical and digital aspects of architecture and be the authority for how we can develop and deliver the solutions we need in order to make the biggest impact. You’ll be inquisitive about innovation and focused on improving services and delivering savings. It will be essential to work in partnership internally and externally and welcome collaborative working; as well as be a great communicator and stakeholder manager.

You will have a proven track record of designing and delivering successful systems architecture and leading engaged and effective teams. The role calls for a pragmatic individual who has both a strategic view and the desire to roll up their sleeves to get things done. You will have an impressive track record of working on systems architecture change and promoting excellent operational performance in tandem, someone who can deliver at pace within tight budget circumstances – focussing on making a real difference to the council services and end users.

We are keen to hear from all applicants who fit the criteria. Because we are clear that a combination of difference in our teams produces the best team performance, we are particularly keen to make sure that we attract people from ethnic minorities, people who live openly as LGBTQI+, or with a disability. We recognise that what people bring through their personal experiences, background and identity significantly enhances the Council’s ability to deliver to our staff and residents.

For further information and an in-depth discussion about the role and benefits of working for Waltham Forest, please contact our consultant at Penna: James McJarrow on 07946 623 460 or james.mcjarrow@penna.com or Jordan Mumford on 07729 600 685 or Jordan.mumford@penna.com

To apply for the role or to download a copy of the candidate briefing pack, please clikc the apply button below.

Closing date: Friday 22nd October 2021

Assistant Director of Digital Innovation and Delivery

Waltham Forest Council

£83,423 - £94,546 per annum

Do you want to help shape and deliver the digital innovation journey for a leading London Borough, and help impact people’s lives for the better?

Bursting with culture, energy and opportunity, Waltham Forest is a place where people want to live, raise a family and start a business. It’s also a fantastic place to work as they provide key services and deliver exciting programmes that improve the lives of their residents, including the Mayor of London’s first ever Borough of Culture. With the new Fellowship Square campus now open, you can be right at the heart of our community in a fantastic modern workplace. These are just some of the changes driving Waltham Forest as the place to be and one that you could help shape in this role.

From their response to the Covid–19 outbreak to their ambitious regeneration and growth programme, this is an exceptional opportunity to help reimagine the borough for the digital age, accelerate growth in key digital services and skills, and work with front-line teams to use technology to transform resident services. The Digital and ICT teams are at the heart of driving change and innovation and this role is central to turning great ideas into new capabilities that make a positive impact for Waltham Forest’s residents and businesses.

As the Local Authority of the Year 2019 (MJ awards), Waltham Forest expects high standards. This is a relatively new role that reports directly to the Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO), playing a vital part in shaping the future strategy of Waltham Forest’s digital agenda and spearheading technology to facilitate better public service.

The team is some way through their transformation plan, having moved most technology to the cloud, and approximately 80% of front-end transactions are now completed online. We are therefore looking for someone who now wants to work with stakeholders across the Council to design and implement the next stage of our exciting plan and:

• Be a visionary and pragmatic thought-leader in digital and technology to find intelligent solutions and inspire colleagues with what can be achieved in the context of constraints of public sector.
• Be lead officer responsible for digital innovation, understanding stakeholder needs, defining what is needed and ensuring successful delivery of innovative digital solutions and products which will meet the needs of services and the Waltham Forest community
• Provide direction and leadership, operational management and financial control for the Digital & Technology strategy, and roadmap within the Council, overseeing the Digital Delivery and Enterprise Architecture teams
• Lead the embracing of new opportunities which will provide the tools and capabilities that will transform the work of our staff and Members and how their residents and local businesses interact with the Council and its services.
• Be accountable for digital delivery and operations and the delivery of excellent online customer experience.
• Be accountable for the technology architecture and roadmap of the organisation, ensuring the Council takes advantage of the latest / most appropriate technology to deliver its overall vision and goals
• Be accountable for the security and governance of Waltham Forest’s technology platforms.
• Understand the supplier market and what Waltham Forest can build themselves. Work with stakeholders to choose suppliers and solutions that meet organisational needs.
• Work with colleagues and departments across the Council to introduce the latest digital techniques (including Agile and Lean) which will allow rapid deployment and development within a longer-term transformational context.

This exciting opportunity will suit someone who wants to deliver innovative and cost-effective digital solutions that provide unrivalled customer experience and value, especially within local government and the public sector. You will understand how to bring different ideas and requirements together into a clear strategy and communicate it effectively. You will have a proven track record of delivering successful technology products and leading engaged and effective digital teams.

The role calls for a pragmatic individual with an impressive track record of working on significant change, bringing stakeholders with you and promoting excellent operational performance in tandem, someone who can deliver at pace within tight budget circumstances – focussing on making a real difference to the council services and end users.

We are keen to hear from all applicants who fit the criteria. Because we are clear that a combination of difference in our teams produces the best team performance, we are particularly keen to make sure that we attract people from ethnic minorities, people who live openly as LGBTQI+, or with a disability. We recognise that what people bring through their personal experiences, background and identity significantly enhances the Council’s ability to deliver to our staff and residents.

For further information and an in-depth discussion about the role and benefits of working for Waltham Forest, please contact our consultants at Penna: James McJarrow on 07946 623 460  or james.mcjarrow@penna.com or Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or julie.towers@penna.com

To apply for the role, or to download a copy of the candidate briefing pack, please click the apply button below.

Closing date: Friday 22nd October 2021

Director Children’s Service

Competitive Salary

Make a real difference for Children and Young People in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities

We are seeking a new Director of Children’s Services to lead the next stage of our journey. Our ambition is to be outstanding, with children and young people feeling safe, supported and able to thrive and reach their full potential.

You will be the statutory DCS and a key member of the corporate management team, contributing to the governance of the whole council, leading on cross cutting issues along with children’s social care, early help, education, SEND and skills. We are rightly proud of our partnership working both with the city and the DfE in establishing a new model of education partnership through place-based initiatives. We have an ambitious growth agenda and addressing the skills shortages for this is vital.

You will offer substantial leadership experience, an understanding of what outstanding looks like and the determination to take us there. In return we offer you a city with a strong sense of identity – one which prides itself on systems leadership and cooperation, with the added benefit of living and working in an outstanding coastal location in the South West of England.

For more information on the role please visit https://www.proudofplymouth.com/ or call our advising consultants at Penna, Andy Tromans 07805 226301, Carol Coyle 07500 887849 or Maggie Hennessy 07877 004648.

Closing date: 15 October 2021

Salary: £105,669

Contract: From appointment until 31st May 2023

At Cumbria County Council we know how important it is to develop services and do things differently – and we are always focused on how we can improve outcomes for our communities.  Across the county, we are working with residents, businesses, communities, and partners to deliver the best services possible, and we know we have to do that within the available resources. By working together, we will ensure that people in Cumbria are healthy and safe; that places in Cumbria are well connected and thriving; and that our economy is growing and benefits everyone.

We are currently looking for an innovative and inspirational leader to fill the position of Chief Legal Officer. As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will provide effective leadership to the Legal and Democratic service, whilst collaborating with the wider organisation to drive the council’s key objectives, priorities, and vision.  

Right now is an exciting time to join Cumbria County Council and this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious leader to take on a new and exciting challenge. Ideally, we are looking for an experienced Chief Legal Officer, who has demonstrable knowledge and experience of the governance requirements associated with the transition to a new unitary model.

You will also fulfil the statutory role of Monitoring Officer, so we are looking for an exceptional communicator, who is approachable, can build and maintain successful partnerships, and who can create an open and honest environment, ensuring good governance and secure compliance.

The Council are happy to consider this role on a predominately remote basis, so we encourage candidates from around the country to apply. Our Executive Leadership team are based at Cumbria House, Carlisle, and there will be an expectation for the post holder to attend some meetings in person, but we are a flexible and supportive employer and can discuss this with candidates if needed.

For more information about this role, our Council and how you can apply, please visit https://www.cumbria.gov.uk/cumbrialeadership/chieflegalofficer.asp

For a confidential discussion on this role please contact Kelly Ridley on 07709 512415.

Closing date for applications – 26th September 2021

Service Director – Transformation and Change – Nottinghamshire County Council

Salary: Up to £96,816

Nottinghamshire has the best of both worlds, unrivalled places to live, good schools, good housing, decent road and rail connectivity and excellent digital connectivity and it is a good place to work., something that we are extremely proud of.

We want to be at the forefront of national thinking around new ways of delivering services and to do this we have developed an ambitious approach to cross-Council transformation and change to improve outcomes for our residents and deliver savings and even greater value for money into the bargain.

The council have in place strong financial foundations for a new council plan, you will be influential in the creation and delivery of the 10 year Council plan and play a pivotal role in taking Nottinghamshire forward in a new evolutionary direction.

We’re looking for a strategic leader to manage the Council’s cross-cutting transformation programmes and lead the Council’s corporate planning, policy and insight functions, you must have the ability to think differently but foster creativity and difference within the organisation with a strong Transformation background.

As a member of the Council’s Corporate Leadership Team, you will offer challenge and support, you will provide strategic and tactical advice to the Chief Executive, Corporate Director of Place and elected Members and you will have a strong track record of influence and negotiation within the partnership landscape.

For further information please visit https://www.transformingnottinghamshire.com or for an confidential conversation, please contact Aaron Thomas on 07709 505 403 or Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467 at Penna

Closing date for Applications: Monday 11th October at 9:00am

Creating a lifetime of opportunity for our residents

Head of Joint Service for Disabled Children – Enfield Council

Salary: £75,579 to £91,776

This is an exciting opportunity to join Enfield and support vulnerable children young people and their families to achieve the best possible outcomes. You will need to be committed to delivering high standards across Children and Family Services working with colleagues and partners to make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people with SEND and their families.

The Joint Service for Disabled Children (JSDC) is an important partnership which works with the Our Voice parent forum and other voluntary organisations to support and promote opportunities for disabled children and their families. It includes specialist social work teams, the early intervention support service and Cheviots children’s disability service.

Staff are trained to deliver the positive behaviour support programme. The Early Intervention Support Service (EISS) is part of the JSDC and includes teachers, early years practitioners, and dedicated key workers.

The Cheviots centre is operational 7 days a week, it’s social workers and centre workers play a part in assessing children and providing support and services to families. Short breaks provide disabled children and young people with an opportunity to spend time away from their parents, relax with friends and have fun. They also provide families with a break from their caring responsibilities.

As a senior officer in a specialist service the Head of the JSDC will be expected to exercise significant autonomy with regular contact with Members, Executive Director of People Services and other senior colleagues, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of all functions that come within the remit of the role.

Our diverse borough and tapestry of providers has enormous potential to inform new perspectives and fresh approaches to service development. The Head of the Joint Service for Disabled Children will be expected to have an innovative and engaging approach, forging strong partnerships across the borough, to drive up aspiration, ambition and successful outcomes for disabled children and young people.

If you are a qualified social worker with strong knowledge and experience of the major issues facing children and young people with disabilities and their families together with a true understanding of safeguarding complexities and the SEND agenda then we would love to hear from you.

You will be joining a supportive team with a strong culture and ethos as champions for the young people and families we serve.

For further information regarding the role visit https://www.leadingenfield.com/ or contact a Penna Consultant; Helen Alwell on 07809 905 467 or helen.alwell@penna.com or Carol Coyle on 07500 887849 or carol.coyle@penna.com

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 24th September 2021

Oxfordshire County Council

Deputy Director of Public Health

Salary: Up to £109,185

Towards a healthier Oxfordshire

These are exciting times to be working in public health in Oxfordshire. With a new vision and the joining up of health and infrastructure through our ambitious healthy place shaping strategy, Oxfordshire has a great opportunity - with two healthy new towns - to explore how we build communities that encourage and support healthy lifestyles.

We have huge ambitions for the health and wellbeing of our population as evidenced by the launch of the Oxfordshire Tobacco Control Strategy, which aims to reduce the overall prevalence of smoking in Oxfordshire to below 5% by 2025. In doing so, we will achieve our vision to inspire the first smoke free generation in Oxfordshire.

We are now looking for an inspiring individual to help us deliver our exciting plans. As Deputy Director of Public Health, you will be helping our successful and ambitious council to meet the challenges associated with the Covid 19 pandemic, whilst delivering our vision for a healthy Oxfordshire, reducing inequalities in health outcomes, preventing avoidable ill-health and protecting local communities from public health hazards.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Deputy Director of Public Health to help drive this ambitious agenda and make a real impact on the quality of life of our population for generations to come.

Reporting to our Corporate Director of Public Health, Ansaf Azhar, who in turn reports to our Chief Executive, this broad, exciting and innovative role sits at the corporate heart of the Council and will offer an ambitious Public Health professional the opportunity to make a real impact. We are seeking to appoint a visionary and motivational system- leader, with a proven track record of public health success as a Public Health Consultant and extensive experience of partnership working.

Strong partnership working experience, both internally and externally, is essential, coupled with excellent leadership skills and the required specialist public health registration with GMC, GDC or UK PHR

For further information, please visit: Vacancy - Deputy Director of Public Health | Oxfordshire County Council

If you would like an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact Nick Raper on 07715 690463 or email: Nick.Raper@Penna.com

Closing date: Friday 8th October

Final Panel/ AAC Interview: 4th November 2021

Beside the sea. Beyond expectations.

Chief Operating Officer

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council

C£140k

This is a truly fantastic opportunity to join a large newly formed unitary Council. We are a fast-paced organisation with an exciting change programme well underway, a lot has already been achieved but our ambitions to modernise and innovate continue.

At Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council we want to create a world-class place of aspiration where plans are created, ambitions are achieved, vibrant communities with an outstanding quality of life and where everyone plays an active role. A place that continues to compete on an international stage – a place that rivals the iconic coastal economies elsewhere in Europe and further afield. We already have a beautiful place, and we’re looking for a new Chief Operating Officer that will work to deliver services and keep it that way.

As Chief Operating Officer, you will oversee all of our in-house Place based services, we want someone who is able to identify opportunities and work in a solution-focused way. This is a diverse role, covering a wide range of services including but not limited to environment and streetscene, parking, planning, waste, community safety, and housing services. The breadth of this role will require a thoroughly strategic operations manager, the portfolio is broad and we need someone with a track record of delivering a diverse set of services at scale.

This is a visible role which will play an important part in our community engagement, you will need to bring political nous and experience of working in a similar operating environment. It will be important for you to be able to translate our long-term vision and strategy into operational delivery and play a strategic role in our transformation journey.

If you want to be part of creating a modern, vibrant place with outstanding quality of life, and possess excellent, proven leadership skills, a strong corporate approach and expert knowledge of delivering a wide range of operational services then please contact Rob Naylor on 07922 417550 or Ben Cox on 07809 374692.

Closing date: Friday 1st October 2021

Chief Executive

Up to £213,225

The UK’s Economic and Environmental Powerhouse

Undoubtedly one of the biggest jobs in local government, the Chief Executive of Cambridgeshire County Council will find themselves at the centre of the UK’s economic and environmental ambitions.

Large in population and scale the County is an economic powerhouse and you’ll be the kind of senior leader that relishes the big challenges and has the experience to maximise them for our residents.

As a place of national and international significance you’ll harness the County’s significant ambition, opportunities and diversity and be comfortable being in the spotlight. You’ll have the expertise, humility and partnership credibility to work effectively at national and regional level, and you’ll be the catalyst for driving real change in Cambridgeshire.

To find out more go to https://www.leadingcambridgeshire.com/ or call our retained consultants at Penna: Ben Cox on 07809 374692 or Julie Towers on 07764 791736.

Broxbourne Borough Council - Assistant Director Place – c£75k (we may offer more for an outstanding candidate)

A space to breathe… a place to grow

These are exciting times to join the award-winning Broxbourne Borough Council.  In the next few years the Borough will see significant inward investment, including the construction of a new town centre at Brookfield Riverside, creating hundreds of new jobs.

The Borough of Broxbourne is in south eastern Hertfordshire adjacent to north London and Essex where the M25 meets the A10. Its main towns are Cheshunt, Hoddesdon and Waltham Cross. The Lee Valley Regional Park, with its attractive open spaces and modern leisure facilities, including the White-Water Canoe Centre at Waltham Cross, forms the eastern boundary. Being well-connected and ambitious for the future, Broxbourne is offering this unique opportunity to continue your career, developing your leadership and organisational management skills.

We have recently appointed a new Director of Place and now need an ambitious individual to help support the new Director in delivering our objectives for the Place Directorate as set out in our Corporate Pan, Local Plan, Economic Development Strategy and the Council’s ambitious Sustainability Strategy.  The delivery programme includes implementing our proposals for a brand-new transformative town centre for Broxbourne Borough at Brookfield Riverside through a £400m investment by the Council’s development partner.

This key role will strengthen our corporate function and support our sustainable growth, which will be front and centre of our strategic planning and future success.

You will be able to demonstrate experience in a senior management role in the public or private sector, you will also bring experience of successfully managing and delivering complex issues and have the motivation, influence and drive to support, lead and deliver on our corporate priorities.

If you want to give your ambitions the space to breathe and grow then please click the apply button below to view the candidate briefing pack or to submit your application or further information or contact our retained consultants at Penna, Jordan Mumford on 07729 600685 or Pete John on 07701 305617.

Closing date is 9:00am – Monday 27th September 2021

Broxbourne Borough Council - Assistant Director Resources - c£75k (we may offer more for an outstanding candidate)

A space to breathe… a place to grow

These are exciting times to join the award-winning Broxbourne Borough Council.  In the next few years the Borough will see significant inward investment, including the construction of a new town centre at Brookfield Riverside, creating hundreds of new jobs.

The Borough of Broxbourne is in south eastern Hertfordshire adjacent to north London and Essex where the M25 meets the A10. Its main towns are Cheshunt, Hoddesdon and Waltham Cross. The Lee Valley Regional Park, with its attractive open spaces and modern leisure facilities, including the White-Water Canoe Centre at Waltham Cross, forms the eastern boundary. Being well-connected and ambitious for the future, Broxbourne is offering this unique opportunity to continue your career, developing your leadership and organisational management skills.

You will support the Director of Finance through the management of a wide-ranging portfolio of support services including (but not limited to) customer services, finance, personnel, property, digital services, ICT and revenues and benefits.  In addition you will be responsible for implementing and monitoring various strategies including our digital and asset management strategies and overseeing business continuity planning and corporate risk management. Excellent customer service is at the heart of everything the Council does and you be key to delivering this commitment to our customers.

This key role will strengthen our corporate functions, put the customer at the heart of everything Broxbourne does and support our sustainable growth, which will be front and centre of our strategic planning and future success.

You will be able to demonstrate experience in a senior management role in the public or private sector, you will also bring experience of successfully managing and delivering complex issues and have the motivation, influence and drive to support, lead and deliver on our corporate priorities.

If you want to give your ambitions the space to breathe and grow then please click the apply button below to view the candidate briefing pack or to submit your application. For further information or contact our retained consultants at Penna, Jordan Mumford on 07729 600685 or Pete John on 07701 305617.

Closing date is 9:00am – Monday 27th September 2021

Cotswold District Council

Director of Governance & Development (Monitoring Officer)

Salary: £85,000 (+ relocation package £8,000)

The Cotswolds is recognised as one of the most desirable places to live and visit in the South West. Internationally renowned and loved by tourists for its breath-taking scenery, quaint villages and rural charm.  But this role isn’t a ‘quiet little number’ in the Cotswolds. It’s an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to join our senior management team, to lead, influence and shape decisions that really do make a difference.

This is an exciting time for us, as we adapt and look at ways we can deliver more innovative services for our customers. As a proactive and visionary Council, we like to get things done. We’re keen to embrace the future and tackle challenges head on for the benefit of our businesses and communities. We are taking action to address the Climate Emergency, provide housing using modern and environmentally sustainable methods of construction which are truly affordable and working with partners to promote economic growth and ensure that the Cotswolds has a highly skilled workforce fit for the modern economy.   

As Director of Governance and Development, and as part of the Corporate Leadership Team, you’ll be working really closely with the Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive as together we deliver our exciting and ambitious Corporate Plan. You’ll create strong relationships with our Members, partners, and stakeholders, providing expert advice and guidance to ensure exemplary and forward thinking service delivery.

You’ll be working as part of a great team, responsible for ensuring that the council has effective corporate governance arrangements in place and that our Members receive first class training and development to make them the best they can be.   Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role includes responsibility to discharge the statutory duties as the Council’s Monitoring Officer. You’ll use your aptitude, experience and ‘can do’ attitude to ensure that the council fulfils its lawful obligations and functions and delivers the Corporate Plan priorities in accordance with the law and principles of good governance.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking council that’s always ready to embrace new ideas. Regardless of whether you have a legal background - this role could be for you.

If you are a passionate individual who enjoys working at collaboratively with colleagues – please contact Julie Towers - Julie.Towers@Penna.com or Az Ahmed – az.ahmed@penna.com / 07717 810 481 for a confidential conversation.

To download a copy of the candidate briefing pack or to apply for the role please click the apply button below.

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 3rd October 2021

Take up the challenge at an Ambitious and Growing organisation

As one of the fastest growing cities in the UK you won’t be surprised that we are looking for a Chief Executive who can provide pace, energy, and leadership to help us deliver on our ambitions for our residents’ future.  

With a strong sense of direction and lots of ambition, we are looking for a Chief Executive who is smart, creative and collaborative and who will be focussed on putting the City on the front foot and be primed for future development.  .

If you have vision, are a top quality strategist, with political and commercial acumen,  organisational skills and who values diversity, Peterborough has a fantastic offer for you.

To find out more go to www.leadingpeterborough.com or call our retained consultants at Penna: Ben Cox on 07809 374692 or Julie Towers on 07764 791736.

Closing Date: Friday 24th September 2021

Developing our model for a stronger future

Assistant Director – Health, Environmental Protection and Healthy Place

£ Competitive

Shropshire Council is undergoing a large-scale transformation programme, ‘Creating a better future’, putting improving the quality of life of all local people, at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to changing for the better, working together in new ways across the whole council, with our local partners and our communities to deliver improved health and wellbeing outcomes.  

We’ve created two exciting new posts within the Public Health Directorate to support our transformation and deliver the Council’s vision, values and strategic objectives by taking a lead role on a range of corporate and system policies and tasks, on behalf of the Council.  We’re looking for strategic thinking, corporate players who’ll work closely with relevant internal colleagues, external partners and our communities, to improve health and well-being and reduce health inequalities.

The Health/Environmental Protection and Healthy Place role will consolidate the response to COVID across the Council, recognising the importance and central role Environmental Health and Health Protection in delivering wider Public Health outcomes and keeping Shropshire safe, working with colleagues across the Council to deliver a health in all policies approach, focusing on the wider determinants of health and a healthy place.  

We’re looking for inspiring leaders to galvanize our new model for public health and are looking for individuals with senior leadership experience and knowledge of these areas of public health practice.

Shropshire Council are committed to flexible working and the posts will be able to work remotely for the majority of the working week.

Please visit https://www.futureshropshire.com or call our advising consultants at Penna: Nick Raper on 07715 690463 or Carol Coyle on 07500 887849.

To apply please click the apply button below.

Closing date: Thursday 30th September 2021

Developing our model for a stronger future

Assistant Director – Integration and Healthy People

£ Competitive

Shropshire Council is undergoing a large-scale transformation programme,‘Creating a better future’, putting improving the quality of life of all local people, at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to changing for the better, working together in new ways across the whole council, with our local partners and our communities to deliver improved health and wellbeing outcomes.  

We’ve created two exciting new posts within the Public Health Directorate to support our transformation and deliver the Council’s vision, values and strategic objectives by taking a lead role on a range of corporate and system policies and tasks, on behalf of the Council.  We’re looking for strategic thinking, corporate players who’ll work closely with relevant internal colleagues, external partners and our communities, to improve health and well-being and reduce health inequalities.

In the integration and healthy population role, you’ll be responsible for working with the Director of Public Health and colleagues across the Council, system and our communities, to deliver the Council’s and the Public Health response to integration across health and social care. You’ll focus on prevention, early intervention and intelligence-led actions to tackle underlying causes of health problems and issues before they reach crisis point.   

We’re looking for inspiring leaders to galvanize our new model for public health and are looking for individuals with senior leadership experience and knowledge of these areas of public health practice.

Shropshire Council are committed to flexible working and the posts will be able to work remotely for the majority of the working week.

Please visit https://www.futureshropshire.com or call our advising consultants at Penna: Nick Raper on 07715 690463 or Carol Coyle on 07500 887849.

To apply please click the apply button below.

Closing date: Thursday 30th September 2021