Head of Policy & Performance

Head of Policy & Performance (Maternity Cover, Fixed-term up to one year)

Salary: Head of Service Band 2 £81,185 - £90,191 + £6500 allowance

Hours: 36 hours per week minimum

Are you passionate about Local Government? Do you have the desire to make a difference? Does change and improvement excite you?

If so, we want you to join our team at Elmbridge.

Elmbridge is dedicated to delivering exceptional services to our community. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as the Head of Policy & Performance on a maternity cover basis. This role is crucial in leading and managing the Policy & Performance team, ensuring the effective delivery of corporate policies, performance management, and strategic initiatives.

The Role: As the Head of Policy & Performance, you will:

• Lead and manage the Policy & Performance team, overseeing policy, performance management, climate change, organisational development, HR, corporate health & safety, communications, social media, policy research, and data.
• Provide strategic leadership for communications and social media services.
• Champion Elmbridge’s commitments to Climate Change and carbon neutral targets, embedding climate change throughout the council’s strategies and plans.
• Provide leadership for our HR function.
• Develop and implement strategies and policies to improve council services in line with priorities.
• Lead on community safety and economic development services, maintaining strong relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Oversee emergency planning and business continuity, acting as a strategic advisor during emergencies.
• Manage budgets and contract arrangements for various services.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive and Council Management Board

About You: To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in developing policy, managing projects and programmes, and advising elected members.
• Strong performance management, communication, and HR management skills.
• Proven ability to lead organisational change programmes and local government reorganisation.
• Excellent management, motivational, and empowerment skills.
• High presentational skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to achieve results in a political environment and work under pressure.

 

Why Work for Us: Elmbridge Borough Council offers a supportive and inclusive working environment. We are committed to the wellbeing of our employees and provide a range of benefits, including:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Your birthday day off
• Leadership allowance
• Free parking and hybrid working arrangements
• 35 days annual leave

If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

If you have any questions about the role please contact Annabel Crouch, Head of Policy & Performance on 01372 474398