Head of Policy Development & Public Affairs
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
17/01/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 01/02/2023 09:00
Salary:
£63,737 - £66,109 per annum
Job Category:
Executive / Managerial
Employment Location:
Stockton-on-Tees
Further Information
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is an ambitious Unitary Authority in the North East; we take pride in being a great place to work, where staff are trusted, valued and supported to make a positive contribution at work.
Not only is this a great place to work but it has so much to offer as a place to live too. Stockton-on-Tees is in the heart of the Tees Valley, close to beautiful beaches along the North East coast and the North Yorkshire Moors too. The Borough is also home to stunning parks, nature reserves and the River Tees. We have a world-class outdoor arts festival as the cornerstone of our annual events programme and a newly renovated Grade II Listed art deco theatre offering West End shows and globally renowned music and comedy acts. With a wide range of affordable and stylish housing, outstanding nurseries, schools and colleges here too, there’s something for everyone.
Despite our excellent track record we are not complacent and our new Chief Executive has ambitious plans to take the Council to the next level. This is a new post which will work closely with our new Chief Executive and the Corporate Management Team, supporting and contributing to the strategic direction of the Council and its services.
You will be part of the Council’s Senior Management Team and:
• Work directly with our Chief Executive and our Corporate Management Team to support them in setting the direction of the organisation
• Advise and assist Elected Members on a day to day basis around the delivery of Council services
• Lead strategic projects on behalf of the Chief Executive
• Work with senior stakeholders within the Council, partners across the Tees Valley and other national organisations and government departments
We are looking for someone with experience and a detailed understanding of local government or the public sector; a ‘people’ person who is well organised and confident; experience of contributing to delivery of excellent services; and a strategic thinker. If you are ambitious and seeking to work at a strategic level in a supportive organisation, this as an excellent opportunity to develop your career at a senior level.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
• A competitive salary of up to £66,109.
• Flexible Working arrangements –working onsite at our main office in central Stockton, at our other Council buildings within the borough (where appropriate), and the ability to work some of your time from home.
• 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service. Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
• Learning and development opportunities
• Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement
• Access to a number of employee benefits including salary sacrifice Car Lease Scheme, discounts at high street and online retailers, employee support including physiotherapy and more.
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Mike Greene, Chief Executive on 01642 527007 or Ged Morton, Director of Corporate Services on 01642 527003.
Closing date: 9am on 1 February 2023.
Interviews for the role have been scheduled for 20 February 2023 so it would be helpful if you can keep this date in mind for your diary planning and we’ll let you know as soon as possible if you’ve been shortlisted.
Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered with North East Jobs, including your invite to interview if you are short-listed. Please check your email after the closing date for notification from ‘DONOTREPLY@NORTHEASTJOBS.ORG.UK’. All communication will also appear in the ‘My Messages’ section of your North East Jobs account.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.