Ready to Lead Compassionately and Change Lives?

We're Hiring Two Consultants in Public Health

Nottingham City Council | Grade SLMG 2

Location: Nottingham | Full-Time (Part-time considered) |Politically Restricted

Salary: £88,168 – £101,677 (includes market supplement)

Are you the kind of Public Health leader who turns vision into action and passion into real, measurable change?

At Nottingham City Council, we are looking for two exceptional Consultants in Public Health to help lead our mission to create a healthier, fairer, and more resilient city. These are senior leadership roles where you will shape strategy, build partnerships, and drive innovation that improves lives.

We are an award-winning team, who are focussed on delivering meaningful improvements in health outcomes, putting the health of our citizens first and challenging the status quo to make real change happen.

What’s the role really about?

You’ll be:

• Setting strategic direction across public health domains including health improvement, inclusion health and health protection
• Collaborating across the council, NHS, voluntary sector and beyond to lead joined-up action
• Using evidence and intelligence to drive decision making and improve population health
• Leading services and teams with impact, purpose and kindness
• Playing a central role in delivering our vision Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities, including reducing harm from alcohol, creating a smoke-free city and helping people to  thrive and be resilient in work.

What are we about?

Nottingham is a city with big ambitions and deep roots in community, creativity and resilience. We’re serious about public health, serious about equity and serious about delivering the best for the people who live here.

We work in a bold and values-driven way, and we need senior leaders who want to bring their full selves to the work. You’ll be supported by the Director of Public Health, a strong and committed senior team and a whole system that wants to do public health better.

Our vision focuses on prevention, reducing health inequalities, supporting vulnerable groups and working closely with people who have lived or living experience. The work is meaningful, important and collaborative.

Be honest. Be real.

We’re not after perfection. We’re after people with energy, heart, vision and a commitment to public service. If you’re politically aware, emotionally intelligent and not afraid to lead, this could be the role for you.

And please, don’t use AI to write your application. We want to hear from you- warts and all, typos and all. Show us who you are, what you stand for, and what makes you want to do this work. That’s what matters most.

What you’ll need

• A masters in public health or equivalent

• Leadership experience in complex systems with high public accountability

• A deep understanding of health inequalities, public health policy and system change

• Experience in commissioning, service design and performance improvement

Please note: Any public health speciality registrar applicants who are currently on the UK public health training programme and not yet on either the GMC, GDC or UKPHR specialist register must provide verifiable signed documentary evidence that they are within 6 months of gaining entry to a register at the date of interview. Applicants going through the portfolio registration routes (GMC or UKPHR) are not eligible to be shortlisted for interview until they are included on the register. The six-month rule does not apply to these portfolio route applicants. 

Nottingham: A City of Ambition, Innovation & Heart

At Nottingham City Council, we’re proud to serve a city that’s rich in history, bursting with creativity, and driven by ambition. From our world-class universities and thriving independent businesses to a vibrant arts and culture scene, Nottingham is a city that’s always looking forward.

As a Council, we’re committed to transformation that makes a real difference, building a greener, fairer, and more inclusive community for all. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of one of the UK’s most dynamic cities.

Politically Restricted Post

This is a politically restricted post under Section 2(1)(c) of the Local Government Housing Act 1989.x

Ready to Lead in Nottingham’s Future Ambitions?

Join us at a pivotal moment in our public health journey. If you're passionate about driving innovation, and delivering world-class outcomes for a world-class city, we’d love to hear from you.

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

Consultant in Public Health x2

Closing Date: Friday 29th August

Preliminary Technical Interview: 10th September

AAC/ Final Interviews: Friday 12th September

For further information about the roles and the application process please contact our retained consultants at Penna: Tom Niven at tom.niven@penna.com / 07860 657044 or Nick Raper at nick.raper@penna.com / 07715 690463

Location: West Offices, York / Hybrid working

Salary: up to £177,821 per annum + Returning Officer fee

About us

At City of York Council, we are proud of our strong civic identity, heritage, and ambition. We do not just deliver services, we shape the future of a thriving, inclusive, and forward-looking city. Our Council Plan, "One City for All," sets out an ambitious, community-focused vision to improve the lives of our 200,000 residents and meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.

As our Chief Executive, you will be joining an organisation that is ambitious for the future, and determined to deliver inclusive growth, social justice, and environmental sustainability. This is a unique opportunity to lead a council at the heart of a devolution deal and on the cusp of transformative change across transport, housing, economic development, and health.

The role

As Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service, you will provide dynamic, visible, and strategic leadership across the council and city. You will work closely with elected members, partners, and communities to ensure high-performing, people-focused services that are innovative, inclusive, and value for money.

You will oversee a Corporate Management Team delivering key services across housing, social care, education, environment, and economic development. You will act as principal policy adviser to the council and represent York’s voice and interests at regional, national, and international levels.

You will champion transformation, drive culture change, and foster collaboration within and beyond the organisation, particularly as we maximise the opportunities offered through devolution and our partnership with the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.

What we're looking for

We are seeking an outstanding leader with a proven track record of leading change at scale in a complex political environment. You will bring:

• A strong sense of public service, purpose and values-led leadership

• Substantial experience of strategic leadership and working with elected members

• Deep understanding of the local government landscape and the broader public service economy

• A commitment to inclusive growth, sustainability and equity

• A collaborative approach with emotional intelligence, courage, and resilience

• An ability to inspire trust, drive performance, and develop strong relationships with stakeholders

About York

York is one of the UK’s most historic and best-loved cities, and also one of its most dynamic. As well as being a heritage capital, we are an innovation hub, a university city, a place of culture and creativity, and a national exemplar of sustainable urban development.

With a long-term vision for inclusive growth, a Local Plan now in place, major developments like York Central progressing, and devolved powers coming onstream, this is a moment of genuine opportunity. We are looking for a Chief Executive who can help us seize that moment and deliver lasting, meaningful change.

Next steps

If you believe leadership can unlock a city’s full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and help shape the future of York—a city of hope, ambition, and opportunity for all.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact:

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

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

For more information please visit https://yorkceo.co.uk/

Director of Enforcement, Regulatory Services and Community Safety

Shape a Safer, Stronger Future for Barking and Dagenham

Salary: £105,363 – £118,559

London Borough of Barking and Dagenham

Barking and Dagenham – London’s Growth Opportunity

Barking and Dagenham is a borough on the rise. With a proud, diverse community and a bold vision for the future, we are at the forefront of transformation in London. As one of the capital’s biggest growth opportunities, we are attracting significant investment and driving inclusive regeneration that delivers for all.

Now, we’re looking for a senior leader to help us build a safer, more resilient borough.

The Role

As Director of Enforcement, Regulatory Services and Community Safety, you will lead a wide-ranging portfolio that plays a critical role in safeguarding our residents and improving their quality of life. This is a strategic leadership role with operational influence – guiding enforcement, regulatory and community safety services and shaping the delivery of our Community Safety Strategy.

Key priorities will include:

• Leading and delivering a proactive, intelligence-led approach to crime prevention and community reassurance;

• Driving innovation and efficiency across services, leveraging technology and new ways of working;

• Fostering effective partnerships to reduce anti-social behaviour, tackle youth crime, and protect vulnerable residents;

• Inspiring a high-performing, collaborative workforce that reflects our borough’s values.

We’re looking for a resilient, forward-thinking professional with substantial senior leadership experience in community safety, enforcement or regulatory services. You will bring a strong partnership ethos, a commitment to innovation, and a focus on evidence-led impact.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a council that’s bold, ambitious and committed to positive change. We offer:

• A supportive and inclusive culture that values new ideas and collaborative leadership;

• A strong commitment to flexible and hybrid working;

• The chance to make a lasting impact at scale in one of London’s most exciting boroughs.

Working Arrangements

This is a hybrid role, with a requirement to be in the office a minimum of three days per week. There may also be occasional travel within or beyond the borough. We are committed to supporting reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities.

Next Steps

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

• Andrew Tromans: andrew.tromans@penna.com | 07805 226301

• Ali Tasker: ali.tasker@penna.com | 07514 728114

To download a candidate briefing pack, please click apply now.

Senior Manager - Business Partnering (Deputy S151) , Cumberland Council

Salary: £81,049 - £83,933

Location: Hybrid (Carlisle/Workington/Whitehaven)

Cumberland Council is a new, values-led unitary authority serving a proud and distinctive part of the North West.

With stunning landscapes, vibrant communities and ambitious plans for transformation, we are passionate about delivering excellent public services and tackling the challenges that matter most to our residents: health, inequality, opportunity and the environment.

Finance sits at the heart of that ambition. We are building a forward-thinking, collaborative and high-performing finance service – one that enables innovation, drives improvement and supports informed, strategic decision-making across the organisation.

As Senior Manager – Business Partnering, you will lead the Council’s Finance Business Partnering function and manage our Accountancy and Financial Planning teams. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and Members to shape financial strategy, drive performance, and support delivery of the Council Plan.

Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, you will also act as Deputy Section 151 Officer, providing high-level advice and assurance across the organisation and helping to maintain a strong, future-focused control environment. This is a senior leadership role with real visibility and influence. You will be a key member of both the Finance Management and Senior Management Teams, supporting transformation, financial sustainability, and service improvement in a complex and evolving local authority.

We’re seeking a CCAB-qualified finance professional with the leadership experience and insight to thrive in a complex, publicly accountable environment. You’ll bring a track record of leading professional finance teams and delivering high-quality business partnering.

You will be confident in providing strategic financial advice to senior stakeholders, and bring an understanding of public finance principles, budget strategy and financial planning. Just as importantly, you will have a collaborative, empowering and inclusive leadership style – and a values-driven approach aligned to our culture: ambitious, compassionate, collaborative, empowering and innovative.

To find out more, please download the Candidate Briefing Pack and Job Description and contact Andrew Tromans at CIPFA Penna on 07805 226301 or at andrew.tromans@penna.com.

Closing date: Thursday 28th August 2025

Executive Director, Homes and Communities, London Borough of Camden

Location: 5 Pancras Square / Hybrid

Salary: £160-200k p.a.

About us

At Camden, we do not just deliver services. We work alongside our communities to challenge injustice and create real social change. We Make Camden, our shared vision for the borough, sets out a bold and collective ambition: to create a fairer, more inclusive Camden where everyone has a voice, and where power is shared.

We’re looking for a leader with a proven ability to drive meaningful change across complex systems, particularly in the housing and property landscape. Just as importantly, you’ll lead with empathy, collaboration, and authenticity. You’ll bring a strong sense of purpose and a commitment to public service, helping to shape a culture that puts relationships at the heart of how we work. This is an opportunity for someone who sees leadership as a way to build trust, support people through change, and help us grow into a more connected, inclusive, and responsive council.

Housing in Camden is not just about bricks and mortar. Our homes are places of connection, identity and safety. But we face deep and urgent challenges, including surging housing demand, rising homelessness, ageing stock, and a rapidly shifting regulatory landscape. The successful candidate will lead Camden’s response, shaping not only how we deliver housing services, but how we support residents through integrated work around welfare, debt, homelessness prevention and financial resilience.

Camden is one of the most diverse places in the country and communities of people with different identities, pride, cultures and abilities that are part of the neighbourhoods in London. We are home to some of the poorest and some of the wealthiest enjoy a good quality of life, others face hardships.

We encourage participation from all sections of our diverse community, irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, maternity, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership. We believe our borough will be a better, more creative and innovative place to work, visit and live in if we can harness the benefit of lots of different perspectives. For more information please see: Camden Council - Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The role

This role will provide strategic leadership to services that directly affect the lives of tens of thousands of people. You will oversee landlord services for over 30,000 homes, ensure we meet new regulatory expectations with transparency and integrity, and drive long-term investment in our housing stock, public spaces and infrastructure, all with sustainability, equity and accountability at the core.

You will also help shape the future of Camden’s approach to property and assets. We are looking for someone who can bring fresh thinking to how our property base is used, not just for housing, but to unlock community value, support inclusive growth and help meet our net zero goals.

About you

We’re looking for a leader who not only has a strong track record of delivering change at scale in complex systems, but who is also deeply committed to people, purpose, and cultural transformation. You’ll bring a sharp understanding of the housing and property landscape but just as critically, you’ll lead through collaboration, empathy, and authenticity. You’ll be someone who brings courage, clarity, and creativity to public service, and who sees leadership as a way to build trust and enable lasting, inclusive change.

Next steps

If you believe public leadership can challenge injustice, shift culture, and create the conditions for communities to thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

Join us and help shape the future of homes and communities in Camden. Apply today and be part of a movement that puts people first.

For more information please visit: https://camdenseniorleadership.co.uk/

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact:

• Ali Tasker: 07514 728114 -  ali.tasker@penna.com
• James Miller on 07701 233159 -  james.miller@penna.com
• Dawar Hashmi on 07513 706265 -  dawar.hashmi@penna.com

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing Date: 31st August 2025
• Technical Interviews: 10th September 2025 (Virtual)
• Assessment Centre: 23rd September 2025 (In person)
• Final Panel Interview: W/C 6th October 2025 (In person)  

Nottinghamshire County Council

Executive Director Adult Social Care & Health

Salary: £160,458

We’re Nottinghamshire County Council, and we’re a community inside and out. As we proudly serve a population of over 800,000 people across our county, we support each other, empower each other and respect each other. Our mission is to improve lives across Nottinghamshire. And we do that by providing top-quality, vital services for our residents, working closely together, and with people in the wider community, to do it. It means that when you join us, you’ll feel part of something bigger than yourself. And you’ll feel the impact of your work every day, because it’ll happen right on your doorstep.

Lead with purpose, impact, and integrity as Executive Director of Adult Social Care & Health at Nottinghamshire County Council. We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our senior team as Executive Director of Adult Social Care and Health, to help further shape the future of care and wellbeing across the county. This is a pivotal moment for adult social care. As we embrace integrated care models, tackle the complexities of an ageing population, and respond to evolving health inequalities, we need a leader who can turn challenge into opportunity. You’ll bring clarity, compassion and courage to this system leadership role with a clear focus on improving outcomes, enabling independence, and ensuring the most vulnerable residents receive the care and support they need.

As Deputy Chief Executive (along with the other Executive Directors) you’ll drive system-wide transformation across adult social care, working at the heart of our Integrated Care System to shape sustainable, person-centred services. With strategic vision and operational grip, you’ll collaborate with partners and communities to champion prevention, and strengths-based practice at corporate wide level. We're seeking a values-led leader with deep sector expertise, proven experience delivering transformation in complex systems, and a relentless commitment to inclusion, empowerment.

You will be our system leader for Adult Services and influence regional and national policy while championing the needs of our most vulnerable people. Your focus will be on public service reform, promoting early intervention and prevention, ensuring our residents receive timely and effective support.

You will provide visionary leadership to our good services, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met and exceeded. Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing workforce, you will foster a culture of inclusion, and excellence. Working closely with elected members, you will provide advice to support decision-making and political priorities. You will drive efficiency and value for money while maintaining high-quality service delivery.

Why Join Us?

This is your opportunity to lead in a supportive, ambitious, and forward-thinking council that puts people at the heart of everything we do. In Nottinghamshire, we don’t just manage services - we shape the future.

• A place where your leadership makes a real difference.
• A council that champions collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.
• A role that offers challenge and reward

As you work hard for our county, we’ll look after you with a strong focus on career development and growth alongside multiple benefits and a genuine commitment to wellbeing. Your work-life balance will be a priority, so you’ll get a generous annual leave entitlement as well as flexible working options. We will also give you access to plenty of support, including our staff networks. You will be enrolled in our local government pension scheme and have access to our wide range of rewards.

To learn more about the role or have a confidential conversation, please visit https://nottinghamshireseniorleadership.co.uk or contact our consultant at Penna.

• Carol Coyle on 07500 887849 or email: carol.coyle@penna.com
• Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or email: amin.aziz@penna.com

Recruitment Timeline:

• Closing date:  27th August 2025 (Midnight)
• Technical Interviews: W/C 1st September 2025 (Virtual)
• Assessment Centre & Final Panel: 19th September 2025