Executive Director of Place Development

1 day ago


East Midlands, United Kingdom Penna Executive Search Full time

Penna Executive Search is seeking an exceptional Executive Director of Place to drive innovative solutions in transport, housing, and sustainability across the East Midlands region.

As the new Executive Director of Place, you will have a key role in creating vibrant and sustainable communities through strategic development initiatives. Your mission will be to ensure long-term systemic impact by executing the requirements of 'our deal' and setting out a high-level ambition for future devolution.

**Key Responsibilities:)

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to drive sustainable development across the region.
  • Negotiate and find consensus among diverse partners to drive effective transport systems.
  • Lead complex initiatives to deliver long-term systemic impact.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in strategic place shaping and transformative change within a high-profile political or public sector environment. You will have expertise in transport, housing, and environmental sustainability, with the ability to build consensus and lead complex initiatives.

**Salary:** £128,125 - £148,625 per annum



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