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Strategic Insights Leader

2 months ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Insights Leader to join our team at West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA).

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of data and insights experts to unlock the power of data and insights to inform critical decisions that shape our economy, improve lives, and build a thriving West Midlands.
  • Develop and implement data-driven policies and programmes to drive economic growth and improve the lives of residents in the West Midlands.
  • Build and maintain high-level relationships with key stakeholders, including the Mayor of the West Midlands, senior government officials, education professionals, and industry leaders.
  • Provide research insight and data analysis to shape policies and programmes, influencing both regional initiatives and the national policy landscape.
  • Evaluate existing and proposed policies, identifying opportunities for enhancement and ensuring that WMCA's interventions deliver meaningful impact.
  • Stay informed on social, political, and economic developments, briefing colleagues and stakeholders on emerging challenges and opportunities.
  • Oversee the performance management and impact reporting processes, ensuring alignment with annual plans and strategic objectives.
  • Develop and implement innovative approaches to performance management, including theories of change, logic models, and cost-benefit analysis, to ensure that programmes deliver their intended outcomes.
Requirements
  • A proven leader in the skills or economy sector with a track record of developing and implementing data-driven policies and programmes.
  • Exceptional ability to build and influence relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Strategic vision coupled with the ability to translate ideas into practical implementation, particularly in the areas of labour market, skills, or education.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in developing business cases, policy papers, and presentations for senior audiences.
  • A strong collaborator with the ability to lead and guide cross-functional teams through change and transformation.
What We Offer
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including a Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days paid annual leave, and more.
  • Hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility between working in the office and at home.
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region.