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At Warwick District Council, we’re looking for a
Strategic Director
who is passionate about our community and excited about making a real difference. With our easily accessible central location, and Leamington Spa being rated the best place to live in the Midlands, it’s easy to see why businesses, residents, and visitors are drawn to our vibrant, diverse, and unique district. We are driven by a vision to ensure that
Warwick District is a great place for everyone
to live, work, and visit. We aim to improve lives and the environment, creating a welcoming and sustainable future for all. We are now seeking a
forward-thinking Strategic Director
who will bring innovation, transformation, and efficiency to the Council to help us achieve these goals. Our new Strategic Director will lead the delivery of our
low-cost, low-carbon energy schemes . If appointed, you will take charge of the Council’s high-profile capital projects, including the
Climate Change Programme ,
Biodiversity Action Programme ,
Town Centre Regeneration ,
Housing Development Programme , and
Asset Management services , all aimed at meeting the needs of our diverse communities. While we are in a strong financial position, we’re committed to finding further efficiencies and exploring new income-generation opportunities, all while maintaining our
social purpose
to improve lives across the district. We’re looking for an experienced professional who can
shape and deliver the future strategic direction of the Council
and the district. You should have a proven track record in delivering capital projects, especially in
low-cost, low-carbon housing , as well as
transforming services
and making efficiencies. Experience working with, or within, local government is essential, along with the ability to build positive relationships with
Elected Members . At the heart of our organisation are our people. We value the benefits of
new ways of working
to enhance productivity, service delivery, and wellbeing. That’s why we offer a
comprehensive employee benefits scheme
and
agile working options , to support work-life balance and personal growth. We are a
small, but dynamic Council , with unique strengths, and we are committed to ensuring everyone can reach their potential. As a member of our Senior Leadership Team, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside our elected members to ensure that Warwick continues to grow and thrive. Excited? So are we!
If you’re innovative, forward-thinking, and ready to make a difference in a council that values
diversity ,
inclusion , and
sustainability , then we would love to hear from you. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in local government leadership. Closing Date:
8th January 2025 12.00 Noon Assessment Centre:
27th or 28th January 2025 Final Interview:
11th February 2025 Company
Local authority based in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire responsible for government in the District covering the towns of Warwick, Leamington Spa, Whitnash and Kenilworth. Services provided include: refuse & recycling collections, environmental health, Democratic & Electoral Services, town centre car parks, social housing, planning permission and building regulations. You can see the many benefits of working at Warwick District Council including what our staff have to say about working here, at www.warwickdc.gov.uk/employeebenefits
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Strategic Director
who is passionate about our community and excited about making a real difference. With our easily accessible central location, and Leamington Spa being rated the best place to live in the Midlands, it’s easy to see why businesses, residents, and visitors are drawn to our vibrant, diverse, and unique district. We are driven by a vision to ensure that
Warwick District is a great place for everyone
to live, work, and visit. We aim to improve lives and the environment, creating a welcoming and sustainable future for all. We are now seeking a
forward-thinking Strategic Director
who will bring innovation, transformation, and efficiency to the Council to help us achieve these goals. Our new Strategic Director will lead the delivery of our
low-cost, low-carbon energy schemes . If appointed, you will take charge of the Council’s high-profile capital projects, including the
Climate Change Programme ,
Biodiversity Action Programme ,
Town Centre Regeneration ,
Housing Development Programme , and
Asset Management services , all aimed at meeting the needs of our diverse communities. While we are in a strong financial position, we’re committed to finding further efficiencies and exploring new income-generation opportunities, all while maintaining our
social purpose
to improve lives across the district. We’re looking for an experienced professional who can
shape and deliver the future strategic direction of the Council
and the district. You should have a proven track record in delivering capital projects, especially in
low-cost, low-carbon housing , as well as
transforming services
and making efficiencies. Experience working with, or within, local government is essential, along with the ability to build positive relationships with
Elected Members . At the heart of our organisation are our people. We value the benefits of
new ways of working
to enhance productivity, service delivery, and wellbeing. That’s why we offer a
comprehensive employee benefits scheme
and
agile working options , to support work-life balance and personal growth. We are a
small, but dynamic Council , with unique strengths, and we are committed to ensuring everyone can reach their potential. As a member of our Senior Leadership Team, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside our elected members to ensure that Warwick continues to grow and thrive. Excited? So are we!
If you’re innovative, forward-thinking, and ready to make a difference in a council that values
diversity ,
inclusion , and
sustainability , then we would love to hear from you. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in local government leadership. Closing Date:
8th January 2025 12.00 Noon Assessment Centre:
27th or 28th January 2025 Final Interview:
11th February 2025 Company
Local authority based in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire responsible for government in the District covering the towns of Warwick, Leamington Spa, Whitnash and Kenilworth. Services provided include: refuse & recycling collections, environmental health, Democratic & Electoral Services, town centre car parks, social housing, planning permission and building regulations. You can see the many benefits of working at Warwick District Council including what our staff have to say about working here, at www.warwickdc.gov.uk/employeebenefits
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