Director (Housing, Communities and Regulatory Services)
1 month ago
We are looking for an aspirational and progressive professional to join our senior team at West Suffolk Council to shape and lead our new housing, communities and regulatory directorate. As part of that leadership team, and working closely with councillors, you will be involved in a range of exciting projects and contribute to the delivery of the council's ambitions and its overall performance.
You will play a crucial role in shaping and delivering high quality services that enhance the lives of our residents. You will be responsible for leading and managing a diverse portfolio of essential services, including community development and safety, environmental health, wider health improvement, housing options, homelessness and housing strategy, and licensing, and enhancing key partnerships across the Suffolk system.
Experience in a senior leadership role, within a local government or public sector environment is important, as is the ability to be a strategic thinker who can translate vision into delivery and has a proven track record of driving innovation and positive outcomes. Working within a political environment together with the ability to engage effectively and forge strong relationships with colleagues, politicians, our communities, and key stakeholders and external partners in all sectors to make things happen is essential to the success of the role.
In return we can offer you an enthusiastic, dedicated and committed workforce to work alongside you to deliver our corporate priorities. You will enjoy a flexible and supportive working environment and personal development opportunities together with the benefits of a leased car, employee/employer contributory pension scheme, employee benefits package, additional leave purchase scheme and more.
Why work for us )
If you are ready for the challenge and are a proactive leader who is solutions focused and delivers, we want to hear from you.
For an informal discussion and further information please contact Alex Wilson, Deputy Chief Executive on or email or Jill Korwin, Strategic Director on or email
Closing date: Thursday 15 August 2024
Assessment Centre: Monday 2 September 2024
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West Suffolk Council has been rated in the top 10 councils for climate action and as a member of UK100 has demonstrated its commitment to a rapid transition to Net Zero with Clean Air in our communities. The council has declared a climate and biodiversity emergency and is committed to working towards net zero emissions by 2030.
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