Director of Corporate Affairs and Portfolio Delivery

East Midlands Combined County Authority

c.£120,000

The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) is at the forefront of a new era in regional governance and devolution. Established in March 2024 as England’s first Combined County Authority and following the election of our first Mayor in May, we are setting the pace for transformational leadership and long-term change.

We are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Director of Corporate Affairs and Portfolio Delivery – a position central to building our organisation, delivering on our priorities, and raising the voice of the East Midlands at regional, national and international levels.

As a key member of our senior leadership team and reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will be responsible for the development and execution of an integrated Corporate Affairs Strategy, covering communications, marketing, media relations, government engagement and public affairs. You will be responsible for shaping how we deliver our programmes and projects, ensuring strategic alignment, governance, and pace of delivery through a robust Portfolio Office. Acting as a key and trusted advisor to the Mayor, Chief Executive, and Members, you will provide insight and leadership on strategic issues, reputational management, and political engagement. You will also chair decision-making boards and collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across government and industry to secure further devolution powers and investment for the region.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic and results-driven leader with a passion for change and the credibility to operate at the highest levels. You will bring proven experience of leading corporate affairs and communications in and/or understanding complex political or governmental environments, with the ability to influence across both Whitehall and Westminster. The successful candidate will also need to have extensive experience in the leadership of a portfolio of programmes and projects, ensuring these functions deliver results in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Above all, you will be a passionate advocate for the East Midlands. We were the culture of enterprise during the Industrial Revolution, and we want you to help lead us to be at the centre of the next. You will work to help our unique region be better connected, better funded and better prepared - leading the way to tell a bigger story than ever before.

We embrace a values-based culture, where we lift our region, work together, make an impact, and celebrate our diversity. You will embody these values and foster an open and transparent culture within the organisation and across the partnership. Your leadership will create an environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to the long-term prosperity of the East Midlands region.

This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly pioneering. If you believe you can lead with purpose, deliver with pace, and represent one of the UK’s most ambitious regions on the national stage – we want to hear from you.

We’re ready… are you?

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

Candidate Briefing Pack - Director of Corporate Affairs and Portfolio Delivery

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact:

Fizza Islam on 07542 855009 or email: fizza.islam@lhh.com

Rachael Morris on 07840 711217 or email: rachael.morris@penna.com

James Miller on 07701 233159 or email: james.miller@penna.com

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

Closing Date:  Midnight, 17th July 2025

Director of Public Protection & Integrated Enforcement

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Salary: Competitive

Tower Hamlets is the fastest growing and most densely populated local authority in the UK. More and more people want to live, work, visit and invest in our borough.

We have more than 320,000 residents to serve in one of the capital’s smallest geographic boundaries, and millions of visitors come to our borough from across the world.

We deliver the third largest economic output in the UK with areas such as Canary Wharf and our borough borders The City, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the River Thames.

That makes overseeing community safety one of the most important and exciting jobs in local government.

Safer. Stronger. Together.

One of the council’s eight key priorities is empowering communities and fighting crime. To achieve this, our community safety and regulatory services are going through one of the most exciting transformations in its history.

The council is investing in services by expanding the Tower Hamlets Enforcement Service and in a Police Partnership Team.

As our Director of Public Protection and Integrated Enforcement, you will lead, develop and deliver a new and innovative, intelligence led operating model of these services to safeguard our communities, tackle crime and anti-social behaviour, and ensure a coordinated, effective response to complex social challenges.

Working to the Corporate Director for Communities, Simon Baxter, this strategic leadership role covers a broad portfolio, including:

• Community safety strategy and delivery
• Integrated enforcement (including ASB, environmental crime, licensing)
• Strategic partnerships with police and other key agencies
• Preventing extremism (PREVENT) and counter-terrorism coordination
• Domestic Violence (DV) and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) services
• Criminal justice and substance misuse services
• Emergency planning and civil contingencies

You will drive innovation, foster cross-sector collaboration, and lead high-performing teams to deliver a proactive and preventative approach to public protection. Your leadership will be key in making Tower Hamlets a safer and more cohesive borough for all.

About you

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader with a strong track record in public protection, community safety or enforcement leadership.

You will need to have demonstrable evidence of leading and delivering similar services to a very high standard within a large, complex organisation. This includes the ability to lead organisational and service change at a corporate level in a challenging environment.

We are looking for an individual who will inspire trust and respect with everyone they work with. Someone who possesses a successful track record of building relationships with stakeholders, achieving constructive outcomes and also has experience in using strategic and service planning target setting and performance management.

Financial and commercial awareness, highly effective budgeting and financial management skills are essential. As one of the most visited places in the UK, there are significant opportunities to generate much needed income.

You will be politically sensitive and have a strong belief in the value of local democracy and accountability. You will also have a strong commitment to our values, behaviours and equal opportunity policy, and be ready to demonstrate personal leadership on the importance of diversity.

Our council is a beacon for diversity and inclusion. We want a borough where everyone feels valued and included, and we want a council that collaborates to deliver excellence.

That’s why we look for people with our TOWER values of Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respectful.

For more information please visit: https://recruitment.towerhamlets.gov.uk/

For a confidential conversation about the roles, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Email: pete.john@penna.com
• Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Email: julie.towers@penna.com

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date: 14th July 2025
• Technical interviews: W/C 28th July or W/C 4th August 2025
• Final interview date: 15th September 2025

Director of Regeneration and Development

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Salary: Competitive

Tower Hamlets is the fastest growing and most densely populated local authority in the UK. More and more people want to live, work, visit and invest in our borough.

We deliver the third largest economic output in the UK with areas such as Canary Wharf and is a prime location for business and residential developments as our borough borders The City, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the River Thames.

Tower Hamlets also has London’s highest housing target and the youngest average age, all within one of capital’s smallest geographical boundaries. Space is at a premium with flats making up more than 80 per cent of properties in our borough. We also have over 20,000 residents on our housing waiting lists.

We are seeking an experienced regeneration and housing development professional with proven strategic leadership qualities and attributes. A deep understanding of housing supply and commercial challenges and development strategies. A collaborator with exceptional interpersonal skills, a track record in innovation, strong financial acumen and passion for delivering exceptional public services.

As our Director of Regeneration and Development, you will lead our ambitious and exciting housing, regeneration and civic building development programme within one of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs.

Reporting to the Corporate Director for Housing & Regeneration David Joyce, you will spearhead key strategies and projects to accelerate our affordable housing supply and deliver an exciting programme of leisure, education and other civic building schemes.

You will also drive regeneration and sustainable growth, while optimising opportunities for residents and local SMEs by creating the conditions for growth and employment pathways.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the direct delivery of a significant programme of new Council homes.
• Overseeing major capital projects from inception to completion.
• Driving economic regeneration in the third biggest economy in the country from the City Fringe to the historic Whitechapel Market to Canary Wharf.
• Harnessing our employment/skills and business support functions to ensure our residents and small businesses benefit and thrive.
• Being an active player in area regeneration, spearheading the delivery of transformational and sustainable regeneration in the Lower Lea Valley (jointly with London Borough of Newham), the Olympic Park and South Poplar.

You’ll be working with a newly appointed Directorate Leadership Team, based in our award- winning Town Hall and with committed and talented staff.

About you

We are seeking an experienced regeneration and development professional, with proven leadership skills and attributes, experience of delivering council homes and major capital projects. A strong financial acumen is essential as well as exceptional stakeholder management skills.

You will need to have demonstrable evidence of leading and delivering a wide range of successful overarching strategies within a large complex organisation. This includes the ability to lead organisational and service change at a corporate level in a challenging environment.

We are looking for an individual who possesses a successful track record of working with stakeholders, excellent service planning and performance management to achieve excellent outcomes.

Financial and commercial awareness, highly effective budgeting and financial management skills are essential. As one of the most visited places in the UK, there are significant opportunities to generate much needed income.

You will be politically sensitive and have a strong belief in the value of local democracy and accountability. You will also have a strong commitment to our values, behaviours and equal opportunity policy, and be ready to demonstrate personal leadership on the importance of diversity.

Our council is a beacon for diversity and inclusion. We want a borough where everyone feels valued and included, and we want a council that collaborates to deliver excellence.

That’s why we look for people with our TOWER values of Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respectful.

For more information please visit: https://recruitment.towerhamlets.gov.uk/

For a confidential conversation about the roles, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Email: pete.john@penna.com
• Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Email: julie.towers@penna.com

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date: 14th July 2025
• Technical interviews: W/C 28th July or W/C 4th August 2025
• Final interview date: 9th September 2025

Director of IT

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Salary: Competitive

Tower Hamlets is delivering one of the most ambitious change agendas in local government with technology at the centre of it.

Our borough is the fastest growing and most densely populated local authority in the UK. We deliver the third largest economic output in the country with areas such as Canary Wharf while our borough borders The City, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the River Thames.

We have more than 320,000 residents to serve in one of the capital’s smallest geographic boundaries, and millions of visitors come to our borough from across the world.

We sit on the doorstep of Tech City, host technology events such as South By South West, and our average age is the youngest in London at just 30 years old.

As our Director of IT, you will drive innovation, enable transformation, and deliver secure, modern digital services that support high performance across the entire organisation of over 7,000 staff.

You will lead a critical function within the Resources Directorate – one that underpins frontline delivery, supports complex statutory services, and powers the systems behind one of London’s most dynamic boroughs.

The role includes:

• providing strategic leadership to our IT service and lead its transformation into a more agile, customer-focused, and insight-led function.
• overseeing all core areas of IT including enterprise architecture, business applications, IT transformation delivery, service management, cyber and information security.
• ensuring services provided by IT are secure, resilient, and continuously improved. This includes our ITIL-based Application Management Service which supports more than 100 business-critical systems and platforms, delivering essential technical support and lifecycle management.
• working closely with Members, Corporate Directors and Heads of Service, to help shape and deliver a new council-wide Target Operating Model (TOM) that ensures sustainable improvement, cultural change and service excellence.

About you

We’re looking for a senior leader who brings not only strong technical and commercial acumen, but also the energy and vision to lead IT as a strategic enabler of change and digital innovation.

You should have a strong track record in cyber security, IT transformation, enterprise architecture, service delivery, and business applications – setting a clear direction and building a culture of continuous improvement.

You will need to have demonstrable evidence of leading and delivering similar services to a very high standard within a large, complex organisation. This includes the ability to lead organisational and service change at a corporate level in a challenging environment.

We are looking for an individual who will inspire trust and respect with everyone they work with. Someone who possesses a successful track record of building relationships with stakeholders, achieving constructive outcomes and also has experience in using strategic and service planning target setting and performance management.

Financial and commercial awareness, highly effective budgeting and financial management skills are essential. As one of the most visited places in the UK, there are significant opportunities to generate much needed income.

You will be politically sensitive and have a strong belief in the value of local democracy and accountability. You will also have a strong commitment to our values, behaviours and equal opportunity policy, and be ready to demonstrate personal leadership on the importance of diversity.

Our council is a beacon for diversity and inclusion. We want a borough where everyone feels valued and included, and we want a council that collaborates to deliver excellence.

That’s why we look for people with our TOWER values of Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respectful.

For more information please visit: https://recruitment.towerhamlets.gov.uk/

For a confidential conversation about the roles, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Email: julie.towers@penna.com
• Rachael Morris on 07840 711 217 or Email: rachael.morris@penna.com

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date: 14th July 2025
• Technical interviews: W/C 28th July or W/C 4th August 2025
• Final interview date: 16th September 2025

Director of HR & OD

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Salary: Competitive

Tower Hamlets is delivering one of the most ambitious change agendas in local government with Human Resources and Organisational Development at the centre of it.

Our borough is the fastest growing and most densely populated local authority in the UK. We deliver the third largest economic output in the country with areas such as Canary Wharf, while our borough borders The City, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the River Thames.

Our 7,000 employees serve more than 320,000 residents in one of the capital’s smallest geographic boundaries, and millions of visitors who come to our borough from across the world.

As our Director of HR, you will deliver transformation both within the HR & OD function and across the entire organisation.

This will include:

• creating a modern, insight-led and customer-focused service.
• ensure the delivery of high-quality operational and strategic HR services and professional advice, including workforce planning, resourcing, learning and development, organisational design, talent management, employee relations, and equalities.
• play a pivotal corporate role in shaping and delivering a new council-wide Target Operating Model (TOM) that underpins cultural transformation and organisational success.
• working in partnership with the Chief Executive, Leader, Cabinet Members, Corporate Directors and Directors, you will help drive system-wide improvement and accelerate delivery of the Ministerial Directions.
• be a visible and trusted partner to senior leaders and Members, supporting cultural change, workforce engagement, and the development of a new leadership framework that builds capability, confidence, and collaboration.

This role requires a blend of strategic insight, operational credibility and personal impact. You will champion organisational learning, inclusive leadership and workforce excellence.

It is a unique and career-defining opportunity to shape the future of one of London’s most dynamic and diverse boroughs.

About you

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader with a strong track record in operational and strategic HR services, providing professional advice and restructuring HR and OD into a best-in-class operation.

You will need to have demonstrable evidence of leading and delivering similar services to a very high standard within a large, complex organisation. This includes the ability to lead organisational and service change at a corporate level in a challenging environment.

We are looking for an individual who will inspire trust and respect with everyone they work with. Someone who possesses a successful track record of building relationships with stakeholders, achieving constructive outcomes and also has experience in using strategic and service planning target setting and performance management.

Financial and commercial awareness, highly effective budgeting and financial management skills are essential. As one of the most visited places in the UK, there are significant opportunities to generate much needed income.

You will be politically sensitive and have a strong belief in the value of local democracy and accountability. You will also have a strong commitment to our values, behaviours and equal opportunity policy, and be ready to demonstrate personal leadership on the importance of diversity.

Our council is a beacon for diversity and inclusion. We want a borough where everyone feels valued and included, and we want a council that collaborates to deliver excellence.

That’s why we look for people with our TOWER values of Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respectful.

For more information please visit: https://recruitment.towerhamlets.gov.uk/

For a confidential conversation about the roles, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Email: julie.towers@penna.com
• Rachael Morris on 07840 711 217 or Email: rachael.morris@penna.com

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date: 14th July 2025
• Technical interviews: W/C 28th July or W/C 4th August 2025
• Final interview date: 8th September 2025

Director of Corporate Property and Estates

London Borough of Tower Hamlets

Salary: Competitive

Tower Hamlets is the fastest growing and most densely populated local authority in the UK. More and more people want to live, work, visit and invest in our borough.

We deliver the third largest economic output in the UK with areas such as Canary Wharf and is a prime location for business and residential developments as our borough borders The City, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the River Thames.

Tower Hamlets also has London’s highest housing target and the youngest average age, all within one of capital’s smallest geographical boundaries. Space is at a premium with flats making up more than 80 per cent of properties in our borough.

As our Director of Corporate Property and Estates, you will be responsible for the council’s significant assets portfolio. Reporting to the Corporate Director for Housing & Regeneration David Joyce, you will spearhead key strategies and projects to drive and optimize asset utilisation across Tower Hamlets.

You will be responsible for:

• Overseeing a substantial commercial portfolio of 990 assets worth £1.6bn with a rental income of income of £2.85m per annum.
• Maintaining an extensive community buildings portfolio that supports our commitment to working with the VCS to deliver for residents.
• Working with partners to unlock the potential on large strategic assets including sites such as Billingsgate Market (jointly with the City of London)
• Overseeing a dynamic approach to acquisitions and disposals to meet our diverse needs, such as temporary accommodation.
• Levering in all available powers such as CPO powers to secure important developments.
• Delivering a first-class Facilities Management function across our estate which includes managing our RIBA award winning Town Hall.

You’ll be working with a newly appointed Directorate Leadership Team, based in our award- winning Town Hall and with committed and talented staff.

About you

We are seeking an experienced asset management professional, with proven leadership skills and attributes, experience of managing large-scale asset portfolios to optimize value and sustainability. A strong financial acumen is essential as well as exceptional stakeholder management skills.

You will need to have demonstrable evidence of leading and delivering similar services to a very high standard within a large, complex organisation. This includes the ability to lead organisational and service change at a corporate level in a challenging environment.

We are looking for an individual who will inspire trust and respect with everyone they work with. Someone who possesses a successful track record of building relationships with stakeholders, achieving constructive outcomes and also has experience in using strategic and service planning target setting and performance management.

Financial and commercial awareness, highly effective budgeting and financial management skills are essential. As one of the most visited places in the UK, there are significant opportunities to generate much needed income.

You will be politically sensitive and have a strong belief in the value of local democracy and accountability. You will also have a strong commitment to our values, behaviours and equal opportunity policy, and be ready to demonstrate personal leadership on the importance of diversity.

Our council is a beacon for diversity and inclusion. We want a borough where everyone feels valued and included, and we want a council that collaborates to deliver excellence.

That’s why we look for people with our TOWER values of Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respectful.

For more information please visit: https://recruitment.towerhamlets.gov.uk/

For a confidential conversation about the roles, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Pete John on 07701 305 617 or Email: pete.john@penna.com
• Julie Towers on 07764 791 736 or Email: julie.towers@penna.com

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date: 14th July 2025
• Technical interviews: W/C 28th July or W/C 4th August 2025
• Final Interview: 9th September 2025

Salary: Up to £97,266

Location: Cromer / Hybrid

North Norfolk District Council

North Norfolk is a unique and extraordinary part of the country – with over 45 miles of dynamic coastline, vibrant communities, and a strong environmental ethos. At North Norfolk District Council, we are deeply connected to the place we serve. Our Corporate Plan sets out an ambitious agenda: from tackling climate change and housing need to securing inclusive growth and adapting to the challenges facing our coastal communities.

We are now looking for a collaborative and values-led leader to join our Corporate Leadership Team as Director for Resources and Section 151 Officer. This is a pivotal strategic role – offering the opportunity to shape the Council’s future direction while ensuring financial sustainability and delivering real impact for the people and places of North Norfolk.

As the Council’s Chief Finance Officer, you will lead Finance, Assets, IT, Sustainable Growth, Coast and Climate Change. You will provide clear financial direction across all services, oversee delivery of key externally funded programmes, and ensure that governance, risk and performance management are robust and forward-looking.

You will also play a central role in supporting the Council’s preparations for potential Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution – helping to secure North Norfolk’s interests and ensuring we remain well-positioned in any new arrangements.

We are seeking an ambitious finance professional with the strategic vision, political acumen and leadership skills to make a difference. You may already be an experienced S151 Officer, or perhaps a Deputy ready to step into your first statutory role – either way, this is a fantastic opportunity to lead a talented team and make a lasting impact in a district with both purpose and possibility.

North Norfolk offers a rewarding lifestyle alongside a rewarding career – and we support hybrid working to help balance both. If you are excited by the challenge and inspired by the place, we would love to hear from you.

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

Candidate Briefing Pack - Director of Resources - S151 Officer

To find out more, please contact our retained consultant Andrew Tromans at CIPFA Penna on 07805 226301 or at andrew.tromans@penna.com.

Closing date: Thursday, 10th July 2025

Deputy Chief Executive

Redbridge Council

Salary: Competitive

Are you ready to lead transformation and innovation at the heart of one of London’s most ambitious boroughs?

Redbridge Council is seeking a Deputy Chief Executive to drive organisational change, digital innovation, and workforce development. This is a pivotal executive leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of the Council and ensure it remains modern, inclusive, and customer-focused.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead a broad portfolio including organisational development, workforce strategy, digital transformation, IT, data governance, and programme delivery. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will also deputise for the Chief Executive and play a central role in shaping the Council’s strategic direction.

You will be accountable for:

• Leading organisational development and workforce strategies that support a skilled, motivated and inclusive workforce.

• Overseeing the Council’s digital and IT transformation programmes, ensuring services are modern, accessible and efficient.

• Driving the Council’s modernisation agenda and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

• Ensuring robust data governance, cyber security and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

• Leading the Programme Management Office to support delivery of major projects and transformation initiatives.

• Advising Members and working collaboratively across the Council to deliver corporate priorities.

• Representing the Council externally and building strong partnerships with stakeholders across London and beyond.

This is a role with real breadth and impact—supporting innovation, improving services, and ensuring Redbridge is a great place to work and live.

About You

We are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with:

• A strong track record at a senior level in organisational development, digital transformation, or related services.

• Experience leading large-scale change and delivering improved outcomes in complex environments.

• Deep understanding of local government policy, workforce development, and digital innovation.

• Political awareness and the ability to work effectively with elected Members and stakeholders.

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to customer service and equality.

• Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge’s communities.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Dawar Hashmi on 07513 706265 or email: dawar.hashmi@penna.com

• Ali Tasker on 07514 728114 or email: ali.tasker@penna.com

Closing Date: Midnight, 30 June

Executive Director – Place, Communities and Enterprise

Redbridge Council

Salary: Competitive

Are you ready to lead one of London’s most ambitious place-shaping agendas?

Redbridge Council is seeking an Executive Director – Place, Communities and Enterprise to drive forward a bold vision for regeneration, housing, economic growth, and community wellbeing. This is a pivotal executive leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of one of the UK’s fastest-growing and most diverse boroughs.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will lead a wide-ranging portfolio that includes housing, regeneration, planning, neighbourhood services, community safety, and economic development. You will play a central role in delivering Redbridge’s strategic priorities—ensuring clean, safe, and inclusive neighbourhoods, vibrant town centres, and sustainable growth.

You will be accountable for:

• Providing strategic leadership across housing, property, regeneration, planning, transport, neighbourhood services , and community cohesion.

• Driving economic growth and inward investment, with a strong focus on Ilford Town Centre and borough-wide regeneration.

• Leading high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams delivering essential front-line services.

• Ensuring the Council’s land and property assets support regeneration, housing delivery, and climate goals.

• Championing inclusive communities and ensuring Redbridge remains a safe, attractive place to live and work.

• Advising Members and shaping cross-cutting strategies aligned with Redbridge’s Corporate Plan.

• Representing Redbridge at regional and national levels, influencing policy and securing investment.

This is a role with real breadth and impact—supporting community wellbeing, economic opportunity, and sustainable development across Redbridge.

About You

We are looking for a strategic and inspirational leader with:

• Substantial senior experience in local government or a comparable complex organisation.

• A strong track record in regeneration, housing, planning, or environmental services.

• Deep understanding of local government policy, legislation, and funding frameworks.

• Experience leading large-scale transformation and delivering improved outcomes.

• Political acumen and the ability to work effectively with elected Members and stakeholders.

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to community engagement.

• Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge’s communities.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: bruna.varante@penna.com

• Kelly Ridley on 07709 512415 or email: kelly.ridley@penna.com

Closing Date: Midnight, 11 July

Director – Housing Services

Redbridge Council

Salary: Competitive

Are you ready to lead transformative housing services in one of London’s most ambitious and diverse boroughs?

Redbridge Council is seeking a Director – Housing Services to shape and deliver a bold housing vision that meets the needs of a growing population, supports community wellbeing, and drives sustainable growth. This is a pivotal leadership role, offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact across housing needs, homelessness, landlord services, and asset management.

About the Role

As the Council’s most senior housing professional, you will lead a broad portfolio of services including Housing Needs, Homelessness, HRA landlord functions, and asset management. Reporting to the Executive Director of Place, you will play a key role in delivering Redbridge’s strategic ambitions through high-performing, customer-focused services.

You will be accountable for:

• Leading the strategic direction and operational delivery of housing services across the borough.

• Ensuring compliance with statutory housing duties and regulatory frameworks, including the Social Housing Regulator.

• Driving down demand for temporary accommodation through early intervention and prevention.

• Overseeing significant improvement programmes and ensuring high-quality, efficient delivery.

• Advising Members and helping to shape housing strategy aligned with Redbridge’s Corporate Strategy.

• Ensuring all landlord functions are delivered in a effective and efficient manner and working in partnership with tenants and tenants’ organisations.

• Building strong partnerships with developers, housing providers, and community organisations.

• Ensuring housing services contribute to wider goals including climate action, community cohesion, and economic growth.

This is a role with real breadth and influence—supporting vibrant neighbourhoods, improving housing quality, and ensuring Redbridge remains a fantastic place to live, work and thrive.

About You

We are looking for a visionary housing leader with:

• A successful track record at a senior level in housing services within a large, complex organisation.

• Deep understanding of housing legislation, policy, and the challenges facing local authorities.

• Experience leading transformation and delivering improved outcomes across housing portfolios.

• Political astuteness and the ability to work effectively with Members and stakeholders.

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to community engagement.

• Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge’s communities.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: bruna.varante@penna.com

• Mark Baldwinson on 07764 698139 or email: mark.baldwinson@penna.com

Closing Date: Midnight, 30 June

Director – Regeneration and Growth

Redbridge Council

Salary: Competitive

Are you ready to lead inclusive growth and regeneration in one of London’s most ambitious and diverse boroughs?

Redbridge Council is seeking a Director – Regeneration and Growth to shape and deliver a bold, place-based agenda that drives sustainable economic development, housing strategy, and vibrant communities. This is a pivotal leadership role with the opportunity to make a lasting impact across regeneration, housing, leisure, and culture.

About the Role

As Director – Regeneration and Growth, you will lead a broad portfolio of services including economic development, housing strategy, and place-making. Reporting to the Executive Director of Place, you will play a key role in delivering Redbridge’s strategic ambitions through high-performing, customer-focused services.

You will be accountable for:

• Leading the strategic direction and operational delivery of regeneration and growth initiatives across the borough.

• Driving inclusive economic development and ensuring access to high-quality, affordable housing.

• Overseeing major regeneration programmes and ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

• Championing Redbridge as a place to live, work, invest and do business—working closely with the GLA, developers, and local businesses.

• Developing and implementing strategies for leisure and cultural services that enhance quality of life.

• Advising Members and shaping strategy aligned with Redbridge’s Corporate Strategy and growth ambitions.

• Building strong partnerships across the public, private, and voluntary sectors to deliver shared goals.

This is a role with real impact—supporting vibrant neighbourhoods, economic opportunity, and community wellbeing across Redbridge.

About You

We are looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with:

• A successful track record at a senior level in regeneration, economic development, or related services within a large, complex organisation.

• Deep understanding of policy, legislation, and funding mechanisms that support sustainable growth.

• Experience leading transformation and delivering improved outcomes across multi-disciplinary teams.

• Political astuteness and the ability to work effectively with Members and stakeholders.

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to community engagement.

• Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge’s communities.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: bruna.varante@penna.com

• Mark Baldwinson on 07764 698139 or email: mark.baldwinson@penna.com

Closing Date: Midnight, 30 June

Director – Community Safety and Cohesion

Redbridge Council

Salary: Competitive

Are you ready to lead on safety, inclusion and community wellbeing in one of London’s most diverse and ambitious boroughs?

Redbridge Council is seeking a Director – Community Safety and Cohesion to lead a vital portfolio of services that help residents feel safe, included and proud of where they live. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to shape how we work with communities, reduce crime and anti-social behaviour, and build a more cohesive borough.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Director of Place, you will lead services that are central to residents’ everyday lives—community safety, cohesion, licensing, enforcement, and resilience. You will work closely with partners including the police, local organisations and community groups to deliver inclusive, responsive and effective services.

You will be accountable for:

• Leading strategic and operational delivery across community safety, cohesion, licensing, enforcement, and trading standards.

• Reducing crime and anti-social behaviour while promoting tolerance, inclusion and community pride.

• Building strong partnerships with police, local organisations and residents to co-produce safer, more cohesive neighbourhoods.

• Supporting the Council’s Corporate Strategy and shaping initiatives that reflect Redbridge’s diversity and values.

• Ensuring services are responsive, high-performing and focused on community wellbeing.

• Championing strength-based approaches that empower communities to use their assets and support one another.

• Representing Redbridge locally and nationally to influence policy and promote the borough’s achievements.

This is a role with real impact—helping to create a borough where everyone feels safe, welcome and able to thrive.

About You

We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader with:

• A strong track record at a senior level in community safety, cohesion, or related services.

• Deep understanding of relevant legislation, policy and partnership working.

• Experience leading transformation and delivering improved outcomes in complex environments.

• Political awareness and the ability to work effectively with elected Members and stakeholders.

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to community engagement.

• Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is committed to making Redbridge a safer, more inclusive place for all.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: bruna.varante@penna.com

• Mark Baldwinson on 07764 698139 or email: mark.baldwinson@penna.com

Closing Date: Midnight, 30 June

Director – IT and Digital Transformation

Redbridge Council

Salary: Competitive

Are you ready to lead digital innovation and transformation in one of London’s most forward-thinking boroughs?

Redbridge Council is seeking a Director – IT and Digital Transformation to lead the Council’s digital strategy and technology services. This is a key leadership role with the opportunity to shape how we use digital tools and data to improve services, empower staff, and deliver better outcomes for residents.

About the Role

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, you will lead a broad portfolio including digital transformation, IT development and maintenance, cyber security, and data strategy. You will work across the organisation to ensure technology is used effectively, securely, and in ways that support inclusive, customer-focused services.

You will be accountable for:

• Developing and delivering the Council’s digital and ICT strategy, ensuring alignment with business needs and future-proofing our technology.

• Leading digital change programmes that improve how residents access services and how staff work.

• Supporting colleagues to adopt digital tools and self-service models that enhance efficiency and customer experience.

• Ensuring robust cyber security and data governance across the organisation.

• Embedding inclusive digital practices that reflect the diversity of Redbridge’s communities.

• Advising Members and shaping cross-cutting strategies aligned with Redbridge’s Corporate Plan.

• Building strong partnerships with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders to deliver shared goals.

This is a role with real impact—helping to modernise services, improve digital inclusion, and ensure Redbridge remains a digitally confident and connected borough.

About You

We are looking for a strategic and innovative digital leader with:

• A successful track record at a senior level in IT, digital transformation, or related services within a large, complex organisation.

• Strong understanding of digital strategy, data governance, and cyber security.

• Experience leading large-scale digital change and delivering improved outcomes.

• Political awareness and the ability to work effectively with elected Members and stakeholders.

• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to customer-focused service design.

• Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge’s communities.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• James Miller on 07701 233159 or email: james.miller@penna.com

• Kelly Ridley on 07709 512415 or email: kelly.ridley@penna.com

• Tom Niven on 07860 657044 or email: tom.niven@penna.com

• Dawar Hashmi on 07513 706265 or email: dawar.hashmi@penna.com

Closing Date: Midnight, 11 July

Director of Housing

Luton Council

Salary: £97,746 - £103,605 + £3,990 Car Benefit

Are you ready to lead a bold, values-driven housing agenda and shape the future of housing in one of the UK’s most diverse and dynamic towns?

Luton Council is seeking a Director of Housing to lead and transform high-performing, customer-focused services across housing operations, needs and homelessness playing a pivotal role in delivering our ambitious Luton 2040 vision to eradicate poverty, reduce inequality, and ensure access to good quality, affordable homes in a vibrant, forward-thinking town.

About the Role

As Director of Housing, you will be the Council’s strategic and operational lead for all housing functions, with responsibility for a £22 million budget, 7,700 council homes, and services supporting our 225,000 residents including more than 1,100 in temporary accommodation.

You will be accountable for:

• Fulfilling all statutory housing duties, including homelessness prevention, HRA business planning, and compliance with key legislation and regulation.
• Driving transformation across homelessness, housing management and temporary accommodation, with a strong emphasis on tenant satisfaction, service excellence and financial sustainability.
• Advising and working with elected Members to shape strategy, policy and delivery aligned to Luton 2040.
• Leading effective engagement with tenants, leaseholders and community panels to ensure inclusive and responsive services.
• Working collaboratively with the Director of Property and Housing Delivery to ensure tenants and leaseholders receive good value and effective repairs, asset and estate management services
• Act as Board Member on our wholly owned company Foxhall Homes to ensure affordable housing delivery and the effective sourcing and acquisition of temporary accommodation.  Acting as Luton’s housing ambassador locally, sub-regionally and nationally.

This is a role with real impact, addressing poverty, contributing to climate goals through sustainable homes, and improving wellbeing for some of the town’s most vulnerable residents.

About You

We are looking for a housing leader with:

• Significant senior experience in local authority housing services, with a strong understanding of the Housing Act, HRA, and regulatory frameworks.
• A track record of transformation, innovation and delivering improved outcomes in complex housing environments.
• Strategic vision combined with operational grip – able to manage risk, assure compliance, and inspire large multidisciplinary teams.
• Political astuteness and the ability to influence and collaborate across organisational and sector boundaries.
• A strong personal commitment to inclusion, social justice and improving life chances.

Join us and be part of a council that is determined to make a lasting difference.

Click the video link below to hear from our Interim Chief Executive, who shares their insights on the role and what makes this a truly exciting time to join us.

Message from Mark Fowler

For further information or confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultant at Penna:

• Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: bruna.varante@penna.com
• Ali Tasker on 07514 728114 or email: ali.tasker@penna.com
• Amin Aziz – 07709 514141 or email amin.aziz@penna.com

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

Director of Housing, Luton Council - Candidate Briefing Pack

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date: 26th June 2025
• Longlist Meeting (candidates not required): 30th June 2025
• Preliminary Interviews (In Person): 2nd July 2025
• Final Interviews (In Person): 17th July 2025

Executive Director of Customer and Landlord Services

Salix Homes

Location: Salford, Greater Manchester (Hybrid working – at least 2 days a week in the office, with high levels of flexibility to be in the office more when required)

Salary: Competitive

About Salix Homes

At Salix Homes, we are not just about providing homes, we are about creating communities. As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary, we are proud of our journey as a not-for-profit housing association managing over 8,000 homes across Salford. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction has earned us a C1 grading under the new Consumer Standards, a mark of excellence that reflects our dedication to safe, high-quality homes and responsive services.

We are growing, we are innovating, and it is an exciting time to join us.

We’re looking for an Executive Director of Customer and Landlord Services to join our Executive Management Team and help lead this next chapter.

In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring we continue to deliver exceptional services while embracing new challenges and opportunities.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Lead our customer and landlord services, including housing management, planned and reactive maintenance, and customer safety.

• Ensure compliance with the Regulator of Housing Consumer Standards and the Regulator of Building Safety.

• Drive continuous improvement through innovation, communication, and people development.

• Lead and inspire teams to create a culture of trust, inclusivity, and excellence.

• Work with stakeholders and partners to develop and deliver our Corporate Plan and meet the evolving needs of our communities.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for a leader who genuinely cares about making a difference, someone with solid experience at Director level in housing who truly understands what it means to put customers first. You will be someone who embodies our values of being trustworthy, successful, and inclusive. You aim for excellence and embrace change with enthusiasm.

Why Join Us

At Salix Homes, we invest in our people.

Benefits include:

• Up to 34 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
• Special leave options, like time off for emergencies, dependents or compassionate reasons.
• Generous company pension scheme – Aviva. Salix Homes will contribute 1.5 times employees' contribution amount up to 9%. For example, if an employee put in 6%, Salix Homes would put in 9% giving a total contribution of 15%.
• Life Assurance - Employees can nominate someone to receive 3 times their annual salary if they die while employed by Salix Homes.
• Reward and Recognition – Salix Homes like to recognise employees who make a difference through:

o staff awards

o manager perks and financial rewards

o our online Be Salix recognition platform

• Employee Development - Salix Homes want to develop their people and have career and personal development opportunities available to employees:

o coaching

o sponsored study

o accredited professional development

o apprenticeship opportunities

• Health Cash Plan - Healthshield to provide a health cash plan for all Salix Homes employees. The scheme helps with the cost of health care such as dental check-ups / fillings / physiotherapy / eye tests / prescription glasses.
• Healthshield Perks - Get access to over 4,000 exclusive member offers available to employees and their families.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Salix Homes Ride to Work scheme, provided by Evans Cycles is a great way of buying a bike at a discount and paying for it over a year.
• Discount Gym Membership - Salix Homes have a special deal with Salford City Council that lets employees use their gyms at a discount. Salix Homes Healthshield Perks also gives discounts on joining other gyms.

Ready to join us? Apply Now

For more information please visit: https://www.salixhomes.co.uk/emt-recruitment/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our consultant at Penna:

Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email: bruna.varante@penna.com

Tom Niven on 07860 657044 or email: tom.niven@penna.com

Rachael Morris on 07840 711217 or email: rachael.morris@penna.com

Recruitment schedule

The closing date for applications is Sunday 29 June 2025.

4 July 2025: First round of interviews

15 July 2025: Final interviews and on-site recruitment day

*Salix Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Head of Finance and Section 151 Officer

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

Salary: £86,925 – £91,875 + £4,812 car allowance

Location: Tonbridge, Kent (Hybrid working available)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is seeking an outstanding finance professional to join our Corporate Management Team as Head of Finance and Section 151 Officer.

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a high-performing, nationally recognised finance service in a financially secure, debt-free council with a culture of ambition, kindness, and continuous improvement. We are proud of our track record: 100% success on audited accounts, zero overspends, a ten-year financial forecast, and an award-winning internal audit partnership.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will:

• Carry out the statutory duties of Section 151 Officer.
• Lead the Council’s finance functions, including accountancy, exchequer, revenues and benefits, and internal audit.
• Oversee the delivery of our capital and regeneration programme while maintaining financial resilience.
• Drive performance and innovation within the service and across the organisation.
• Provide trusted, strategic financial advice to Members and senior officers.

This is a visible and influential leadership role at the heart of the Council’s decision-making.

Candidates

We are open to experienced S151 Officers seeking a values-led working environment, as well as ambitious Deputy S151s ready to take the next step. You will bring:

• A recognised accountancy qualification (e.g., CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Experience of local government finance, including budgeting, treasury, audit, and financial planning.
• A collaborative leadership style, strong emotional intelligence, and confidence engaging with Members, officers and partners.
• The ability to manage performance while fostering a positive and inclusive team culture.

What We Offer

Tonbridge and Malling is a great place to live and work – combining beautiful countryside, market towns, excellent transport links, and a strong community spirit. We offer a supportive and flexible working culture, competitive salary and benefits, and the chance to make a real impact at a stable and ambitious authority.

Candidate Briefing Pack

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

Head of Finance s151 - CBP

Next Steps

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

• Andrew Tromans – 07805 226301 / Andrew.Tromans@Penna.com

• Kelly Ridley – 07709 512415 / Kelly.Ridley@Penna.com

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday, 22nd June.

Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Corporate Director – Finance (Section 151 Officer)

London Borough of Hillingdon

Salary up to £160k | Based in Uxbridge with hybrid working available

Join us to lead financial improvement, inspire confidence, and build a future-facing finance function in a borough with ambition.

The London Borough of Hillingdon is seeking an exceptional finance leader to join our Corporate Leadership Team as our statutory Section 151 Officer. This is a career-defining opportunity to lead one of the most high-profile finance portfolios in local government, at a time of genuine challenge and opportunity.

You will join us as we continue our journey to modernise the finance function – embedding systems and processes that provide clarity, improve grip, and enable better decision-making. Your initial focus will be to strengthen budget monitoring, build capability, and embed Oracle, while leading a shift to a more permanent, confident, and high-performing team.

But this is not just about the numbers. Hillingdon is a borough with huge strategic potential – from HS2 and Heathrow to our own commercial ventures – and we want our finance leader to be at the heart of it. Over time, your influence will extend across transformation programmes, strategic investments, and major corporate initiatives.

To succeed, you’ll need to combine robust technical expertise with collaborative leadership and political awareness. You will be a strong communicator, a visible and values-led leader, and someone who brings resilience and clarity in equal measure.

In return, we offer a platform for impact, a forward-looking organisation, and the chance to make a lasting difference for our residents.

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

Candidate Pack

For a confidential discussion, contact our consultants at Penna:

• Andrew.Tromans@penna.com / 07805 226301

• Kelly.Ridley@penna.com / 07709 512415

Closing Date: Sunday 22nd June 2025 (Midnight)

Trustee

Ambitious Together Foundation

THE ROLE OF THE TRUSTEE:

We are now looking to recruit more Trustees to join our small group of experienced, founding Trustees and the Chair. The role of the Trustees and the Board is to help us deliver our mission by:

Providing strategic direction and input into the charity’s mission and objectives.

Supporting informed decisions about strategy, operations and finance.

Acting as an ambassador for the charity, promoting its work and values;

Helping to raise funds to support grantmaking and resource development, including through an annual fundraising event;

Ensuring compliance with the charity’s governing documents, legal obligations, and policies;

Sharing expertise, networks, and skills to benefit the charity’s programmes and beneficiaries; and

Contributing to the annual evaluation and review of the charity’s performance.

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We want a diverse Board that contains a mix of skills and experience, with people who can:

Work effectively and collaboratively as a member of a Board, and with our Young People Advisory Group;

Offer constructive challenge and scrutiny to Board and Executive colleagues;

Use creativity and imagination in thinking about long-term solutions;

Use independent judgement;

Be an advocate for ATF and beneficiaries, participating in meetings and other events with confidence.

For further information and to apply, please visit: Ambitious Together Foundation

If you would like a confidential discussion about the role in more detail first, please contact our retained Consultants:

Lesley Gilmartin lesley.gilmartin@lhh.com

Fizza Islam fizza.islam@lhh.com

Charles Wilson Charles.Wilson@lhh.com

Empower Change, Inspire Futures

Chief Executive

Salary £198k

Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of Tameside? Do you have the drive and ambition to lead an organisation committed to delivering excellence, tackling inequalities, and putting residents first?

We are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive to provide bold, visible leadership – not just within the Council but across the borough, Greater Manchester, and beyond. Working closely with elected Members, strategic partners, businesses, and communities, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a thriving, inclusive, and forward-thinking Tameside.

As our Chief Executive, you will:

- Champion transformation – modernising and reshaping services to be efficient, effective, and responsive to residents' needs.

- Lead at place level – integrating health, social care, and public services to improve outcomes and reduce inequalities.

- Drive strategic partnerships – working closely with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to influence regional and national policy.

- Embed a high-performance culture – ensuring our workforce is ambitious, motivated, and empowered to deliver real change.

- Raise Tameside’s profile – representing the borough as a dynamic and forward-thinking place to live, work, and invest.

As the incoming Chief Executive of Tameside Council, you will spearhead several pivotal regeneration projects aimed at revitalising our communities and enhancing the quality of life for residents. Key initiatives include: Stalybridge Town Centre Regeneration and our Hyde Town Centre Masterplan.

This is a career-defining leadership role where you will have the autonomy, influence, and resources to make a real difference. Tameside is at a pivotal moment, and we need a leader who can bring people together, drive innovation, and turn bold ideas into action.

If you are an inspirational, politically astute, and people-centred leader, ready to take on the challenge of delivering transformational change, we want to hear from you.

Visit https://www.leadingtameside.com/ for more information on this role.

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact one our retained consultants at Penna.

Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or email: amin.aziz@penna.com

Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or email: julie.towers@penna.com

Ali Tasker on 07514 728114 or email: ali.tasker@penna.com