Executive Director of Operational Excellence

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom BAME Recruitment Full time

About Local Government Association (LGA)

We are a nationally recognized membership body representing local authorities, working to support, promote, and improve local government. As a politically-led, cross-party organisation, we represent councils to ensure a strong, unified voice with national government, aiming to influence policy and advocate for local solutions to national issues.

**Mission and Vision**

We aim to be a modern, innovative, and high-performing membership organisation, driving impactful results within a political/change management environment. Our mission is to transform the LGA into a hub of excellence, developing and executing strategies that ensure long-term financial sustainability, a strong commercial approach, and exceptional asset management.

**About the Role**

The Chief Operating Officer will play a crucial role in leading efforts to optimise processes, boost operational agility, and elevate the overall performance of the LGA as a progressive, responsive organisation. This includes transforming the LGA into a hub of excellence, developing and executing strategies for long-term financial sustainability, a strong commercial approach, and exceptional asset management.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Drive organisational transformation and performance through successful development and implementation of strategic initiatives.
  • Manage large and complex budgets, delivering cost-effective, qualitative services within constrained resources.
  • Foster a talented, engaged workforce and harness the power of technology to achieve outstanding outcomes.

**What We Offer**

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. The LGA is proud to be awarded a Disability Confident Leader. Disability Confident candidates who meet the essential criteria will automatically be invited to interview. We offer a competitive salary range of £125,000 - £135,000 per annum, based on experience and capabilities.



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