Service Director Team Plymouth

7 days ago

Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Plymouth City Council Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

This vacancy is only available for applications from existing Internal Plymouth City Council employees and Agency Workers who are in an active placement and have 12 weeks continuous service.
Applications submitted by External candidates who do not meet this criteria will not be considered and will be rejected.
We're seeking an exceptional strategic leader for an exciting interim opportunity to drive one of the UK's most exciting defence-led growth programmes. The initial interim period will be 6 months.

Team Plymouth is a unique partnership between Plymouth City Council, the Ministry of Defence, HM Government and Babcock International, maximising the economic and social impact of long-term defence investment in our city and region. As our Service Director, you'll be the Council's lead representative, ensuring clear governance, strong delivery and a bold vision that creates jobs, improves skills, supports innovation and strengthens national defence capability.

You Will

  • Shape and lead Team Plymouth's strategic direction and governance
  • Work collaboratively across government, industry and the Council
  • Drive major programmes spanning employment, infrastructure, regeneration, skills and innovation
  • Champion Plymouth nationally to secure further investment and opportunities
  • Lead matrix-managed teams and manage significant resources effectively

We're looking for a credible, senior leader with proven success in major partnerships, economic growth or public-private delivery; and someone who can influence, innovate and deliver real outcomes for Plymouth's communities and businesses. Political awareness, excellent relationship-building and a system-leadership mindset are essential.

If you are motivated by big ambitions, driving transformation and creating a prosperous future for Plymouth, we'd love to hear from you.

Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.

As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.

Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK

Closing date: Friday 5 December

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