London Borough of Islington - Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth

Join us and help build a thriving borough!

Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth

Salary up to £105,113

Islington is a vibrant and wonderfully diverse inner London borough, home to over 215,000 residents. We are determined to create a more equal Islington – a place where everyone has an equal chance to thrive.

We are seeking bold, innovative leaders to help us deliver a more inclusive economy, redirecting wealth into the local economy and back into the hands of our people and businesses. Following a recent service reorganisation, we have created a new Assistant Director role to drive our Inclusive Growth and shape economic policy and practice in one of London’s most dynamic boroughs.

There has never been a better time to join us.

In this pivotal role, you will drive forward Islington’s strategic ambitions for local economic development, employment, and social impact. You will lead the delivery of the forthcoming Islington Inclusive Growth Plan, translating corporate priorities into tangible, high-impact programmes that promote prosperity, sustainability, and fairness for all residents. Your remit will include:

• Developing and implementing sector strategies across key clusters such as construction, care & health, the knowledge economy, and the green economy.
• Leading significant employment programmes that create pathways into good jobs and careers.
• Championing innovation and inclusive growth to ensure Islington remains at the forefront of progressive economic development.

 What we are looking for

 We want leaders who are:

• Strategic and visionary, with strong corporate leadership skills to improve outcomes for all residents.
• Collaborative, with a proven track record of delivering results through partnership.
• Governance-savvy, ensuring robust organisational performance.
• Innovative and solutions-focused, driving inclusive growth and economic transformation.
• Empowering, creating a culture where everyone can thrive.
• Committed to equality, delivering first-class services and ready to champion a more equal Islington.

 Join us and help shape a borough where opportunity is shared, and everyone can prosper.

For more information, please refer to the candidate pack linked below:

LB Islington, Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth – Candidate Briefing Pack

For a confidential discussion contact:

• Pete John pete.john@penna.com / 07701 305617
• Bruna Varante bruna.varante@penna.com / 07858 306725
• Mark Baldwinson mark.baldwinson@penna.com / 07764 698139.

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 11^th January 2026

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