Salary £45,189 - £53,008 per annum, Grade H | SCP (37 - 45) Plus a market supplement of £8,000 per annum (market supplement to be reviewed after 12 months)

Would you like to become an integral part of our successful Building Control team?

We have an exciting opportunity for a newly qualified or experienced Building Control professional to join our supportive, modern, customer focused team, to ensure buildings are compliant and residents and visitors of the Borough are safe.

 You will join our proactive customer focused Building Control team which has been involved in some exciting developments recently and has a number of exciting projects to get involved with, including several large housing developments and commercial projects across the borough. 

 You will experience plenty of variety as you manage and progress a broad range of building control projects to effective completion. In addition, you will help to grow our business by establishing and strengthening working relationships with architects, developers as well as other existing or potential clients.

 Brentwood is a thriving borough of 75,000 residents. Located in the Green Belt, Brentwood boasts busy high streets, picturesque villages, spacious parks with cycle and walking trails, outstanding schools, and year-round cultural events. With its excellent road and rail connections, Brentwood is also a great base for getting into central London or exploring the East of England. Stansted, Southend and London City Airports are only 30 minutes away for residents looking to travel further afield.

We are looking for a team member who has a degree in Building Surveying or equivalent construction discipline and has corporate full membership of either MRICS, MCABE or MCIOB and must be registered at either Class 2 or 3 with the Building Safety Regulator .

 You must be self-motivated, be able to work on own initiative and have broad experience in Building Control legislation and enforcement processes. You must have proven excellent verbal and written communication skills.

You will need to be a registered building inspector with the Building Safety Regulator, minimum class 2 category A.

In return we can offer,

• A friendly, customer focused and supportive team.
• Opportunities for flexible and agile working, we offer a hybrid model of working to promote flexible working around personal and family commitments.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• One professional membership payment.
• Payment of ongoing BSR registration fees.
• Enrolment onto the LABC MyCPD system.
• Regular opportunities for development with internal and external training courses for ongoing CPD.
• Local government pension scheme.

For more information please contact Andrew Barton at Penna on andrew.barton@penna.com or D +44 (0) 7922 386 432

How to Apply

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Salary: Up to £77,020

If you are looking for a varied and exciting property portfolio with a forward-thinking council, then Leeds could be the place for you.

Due to the retirement of David Pickles, we are seeking a new Head of Service Building Control to lead our strong team in driving forward new policies, developing market and government facing credentials and bringing about the change needed to continue to deliver high standards in a national and global city.

With the leadership qualities and experience to build and lead strong professional teams, and the ability to adapt to a constantly changing environment you’ll bring the presence and confidence to deal with the broadest range of requirements and be ready to operate in a regional and global city.

A Building Control Degree or relevant demonstrable skills and experience in Building Control, Registered Building Inspector to a minimum level 2F and a member of a relevant Professional Body i.e. CABE, RICS, is essential. 

For more information on this and the other roles we're currently recruiting for please visit:  https://leadingleeds.co.uk/

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via brian.gallagher@penna.com or call 07716 098175

Closing Date: 12th October 2025

Interview Dates :

Preliminary Technical Interviews: W/c 3rd November 2025

Assessment Centre & Final Panel Interviews: W/c 17th or 24th November.

How to Apply

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Up to £116,260

Leeds continues to deliver beyond expectations and contribute over and above to the wider UK economy. We continue to make our mark regionally, nationally, and globally, celebrating the broad range of talent and assets that we have across all areas of the city.

Our Leeds Ambitions set out a positive vision for the future of Leeds – one which recognises the amazing strengths and opportunities we still have. Our economy is growing and continues to attract investment making Leeds a better place to do business and a great place to live. The partnerships which drive our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our population are as good as you will find anywhere in the country. And Leeds is once again leading the way in demonstrating how we can meaningfully tackle climate change, recently being one of only 119 global cities to receive the highest ‘A grade’ by the Carbon Disclosure Project.

To deliver our ambition we need leaders with energy, confidence and experience in this key senior role.

As a city committed to housing growth and development you will play a critical strategic role within the council. In this position you will be responsible for leading, managing, and delivering services across a large housing portfolio (the second-largest social housing provider in England). Your focus will be on continuous improvement, utilizing strong management skills to achieve better outcomes for tenants and leaseholders, and driving innovation to reduce homelessness.

Our housing stock and ambitions are significant, and you will need to bring leadership and professional experience to provide strategic direction and innovation in delivering housing priorities. You will also contribute to wider place-based and community-focused initiatives.

You will be confident in working with key partners at local, regional, and national level and be adept at working in collaboration with colleagues and partners to support the delivery of real change across the city.

For further information go to https://leadingleeds.co.uk/ or contact our retained consultants at Penna: Pete John 07701 305617, Julie Towers 07764 791736 or Mark Baldwinson 07764 698139

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 12^th October 2025

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Up to £179,320

Leeds continues to deliver beyond expectations and contribute over and above to the wider UK economy. We continue to make our mark regionally, nationally, and globally, celebrating the broad range of talent and assets that we have across all areas of the city.

Our Leeds Ambitions set out a positive vision for the future of Leeds – one which recognises the amazing strengths and opportunities we still have. Our economy is growing and continues to attract investment making Leeds a better place to do business and a great place to live. The partnerships which drive our efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of our population are as good as you will find anywhere in the country. And Leeds is once again leading the way in demonstrating how we can meaningfully tackle climate change, recently being one of only 119 global cities to receive the highest ‘A grade’ by the Carbon Disclosure Project.

To deliver our ambition we need leaders with energy, confidence and experience in this key senior role:

In this pivotal role, you will lead this large and exciting community and outcome focused directorate. You will provide the strategic direction and vision for the effective delivery of a broad range of services within the city. These include climate, energy and greenspace, community hubs, welfare and business development, environmental services, elections and regulatory services, housing, and safer stronger communities.

You’ll hold the statutory responsibilities in relation to housing and ensure the effective delivery of the Leeds Housing Strategy and ensure all directorate activity is properly aligned to the wider objectives of the Council, the Best City Ambition and the city’s broader strategic objectives.

With an emphasis on strong and corporate leadership, and reporting to the chief executive you will play a full and visible role in the corporate leadership team, influencing and advocating across the council and the city.

For further information go to https://leadingleeds.co.uk/ or contact our retained consultants at Penna: Julie Towers 07764 791736, Pete John 07701 305617 or Ali Tasker 07514 728114

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 12th October 2025

How to Apply

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Salary: Circa £130K

Lead with Purpose. Shape the Future

Be the Difference in Tameside

The Strategic Director of Corporate Services is a member of the strategic leadership team responsible for shaping and delivering the organisations vision, strategies and plans operating at a national and regional level to deliver the best corporate and commercial outcomes for Tameside.

This role integrates multiple critical services including, IT, Human Resources and Organisation Development, Communications, Executive Support, Policy, Strategy and Transformation and Improvement. 

Leading on organisational strategies and plans to drive improvement and transformation, such strategies include the transformation programme, digital strategy, corporate performance, people plan and communication and engagement strategy.

For more information please visit: https://www.leadingtameside.com/

For an informal discussion about the role please contact either of the following:

• Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or email: julie.towers@penna.com 
• Andrew Tromans on 07805 226301 or email: andrew.tromans@penna.com 

Closing Date for Applications: 10 October 2025

How to Apply

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Salary: Circa £130K

Lead with Purpose. Shape the Future

Be the Difference in Tameside

The Strategic Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer) is a member of the strategic leadership team responsible for providing strategic leadership, direction and impact across Tameside and beyond to ensure the Council’s vision, priorities and values are actively promoted and delivered.

The post holder will fulfil the statutory financial leadership role of Chief Finance Officer (CFO) for Tameside Council being the Local Authority Officer under section 151 of the Local Government Act 1972. The role integrates critical financial services including Finance as well as Revenues and Benefits.

For more information please visit: https://www.leadingtameside.com/

For an informal discussion about the role please contact either of the following:

• Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or email: julie.towers@penna.com 
• Andrew Tromans on 07805 226301 or email: andrew.tromans@penna.com 

Closing Date for Applications: 10 October 2025

How to Apply

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We’re making radical social change a reality, so that nobody gets left behind

Camden is a borough with ambition – for our residents, our communities, and especially for our children and young people. Our children’s services are rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and our Virtual School has a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and improving outcomes. We are now seeking a virtual head who will our Virtual School with our integrated borough-wide Participation & Progression Service to create a joined-up offer that supports children and young people from early years through to post-16 and beyond.

As our new Head of Virtual School, Participation & Progression, you will:

• Lead well-regarded, motivated teams covering educational advocacy, careers advice, youth work, and enrichment opportunities.
• Drive strategic improvements in outcomes for looked-after children, care leavers, and other vulnerable groups – in Camden and beyond.
• Strengthen partnerships with schools, social care, and Camden Learning, as well as with post-16 providers, voluntary sector organisations, and out-of-borough schools where our children are placed.
• Shape a sustainable, future-focused model that delivers consistently high-quality Personal Education Plans, improves attendance, raises aspirations, and supports progression into education, employment and training.

This is a role where your leadership will make a direct, visible difference to children’s lives. Whether you are an experienced Virtual School Head looking for a fresh, high-performing environment, or a Deputy ready to take the next step, you’ll find the professional challenge, supportive culture, and strategic scope to make your mark.

If you have the vision, leadership, and commitment to equity and inclusion that this role demands, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information, please click the link below:

Candidate Briefing Pack - Head of the Virtual School, Participation & Progression Service

For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Tromans on 07805 226 301 or at andrew.tromans@penna.com.

Closing date: Sunday 5 October, 2025.

Salary: £172,900 – £186,038

Inspire our vision. Drive our future. Make Halton thrive.

Halton is a place of ambition and energy – a borough defined by innovation, proud communities, and strong partnerships. With the River Mersey at our heart and two iconic bridges connecting us, we sit at the centre of the North West’s growth corridor, with unrivalled links to Liverpool, Manchester and beyond.

This is an exciting moment for Halton. We are driving forward a bold community strategy, reshaping how services are delivered, and investing in regeneration that brings real and lasting benefits to our residents. Our workforce tell us the very best thing about working here is ‘our colleagues’ – and as our next Chief Executive, you will harness that spirit to take us further, faster.

Your impact:

As our Chief Executive, you will be the driving force behind our future – ensuring Halton continues to be a place where people want to live, work, invest and visit. You will:

• Inspire and lead a talented workforce with strategic direction, clarity, ambition and purpose.

·      Advise and support the Leader of the Council, Executive Board, and Members with clarity and purpose.

• Champion innovation and collaboration, building on strong partnerships across the Liverpool City Region, Cheshire & Warrington, and national government.
• Deliver transformation and foster a high-performing organisational culture that is aligned with the Council’s vision, values, and corporate priorities.

Who we’re looking for:

A leader with vision, resilience and proven senior experience. Someone who can bring people together, navigate complexity, and turn ambition into delivery. You’ll be as comfortable building trusted relationships with regional leaders as you are motivating frontline colleagues.

Above all, you’ll share our passion for making a tangible difference in people’s lives.

If you are ready to take on one of the most rewarding leadership roles in local government – and to help shape the next chapter of Halton’s story – we’d love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact:

• Pete John on 07701 305617 or Pete.john@penna.com
• Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or Julie.towers@penna.com

For further information about the role please visit: Candidate pack

Closing date: Sunday 5^th October 2025

Assessment Centre: Thursday 23^rd and Friday 24^th October 2025

Appointments Committee Final Interviews: Thursday 27^th November 2025

How to Apply

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Salary: £56,232 - £59,377 + a market rate supplement of £4030 (dependent on experience)

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an opportunity to have a role within a finance team with huge variety, working across a number of different areas of finance at a council with some unbelievable projects coming up. For instance, the exciting SG1 project is a new development to include thousands of new homes, a 39,000 sq. retail and commercial space as well as large swaths of pedestrian and landscape areas.

Notwithstanding the town is home to three international, sector-leading organisations in Airbus, MBDA and GSK. Don’t be surprised when you see on the news that Mars rovers, space satellites and more are designed and built there!

We are looking for a proactive professional report to the Head of Technical and manage an Accountant. You will play a critical role as the senior capital and treasury accountant, responsible for providing lead expert advice, managing, maintaining, and reporting on the council’s capital and treasury strategy.

Key tasks include:

• Lead on all Capital and Treasury functions for the council’s general fund (GF) and housing revenue accounts (HRA)
• Providing technical advice, guidance training and support to service managers to enable delivery of the councils approved capital programme.
• Research financial implications in order to support decision making, including financing changes, taxation, and leasing issues.
• Play a lead role in quarterly capital budget monitoring in liaison with the service managers challenging forecasts where appropriate.
• Maintaining and advising on the strategy for the medium term financial plan including, revenue costs of decisions, borrowing and prudential code implications.
• Lead on producing the council’s Treasury Management Strategy and treasury reporting.
• Manage the councils working capital requirements, ensuring cash forecasting is current and fit for purpose, and treasury investments and borrowing are manged and reported.

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have:

• Be CCAB Qualified
• Have a comprehensive in-depth knowledge of financial processes and procedures in a Local Authority or similar organisation
• Have knowledge of the latest issues affecting local government
• Have a proven track record of preparing capital, and asset information for statutory accounts and maintaining and reconciling fixed asset registers.
• Are an experienced finance business partner
• Ambitious to progress career within a Local Authority

OUR BENEFITS

• Pension Scheme: We offer a career average pension scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• Flexible working: available upon request, subject to operational requirements.
• Part time and Job share opportunities - all our full-time vacancies are open to job share unless otherwise stated.
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave, maternity, paternity, adoption and parental leave.
• 25 days holiday rising to 31 days (depending on Local Government service)
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues
• Season ticket loans and discounts for public transport
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Stevenage Credit Union: secure savings, free life insurance and access to cheap loans.
• Employee Discounts: via monthly paid membership of the Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) 
• Discounted Health and Fitness membership
• Trade Unions: For a small fee, all employees have the opportunity to join a Trade Union.  

For more information please contact Andreas Efthymiou, on Andreas.Efthymiou@penna.com / D +44 (0) 7546 415 794

How to Apply

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3. Use ‘Add Attachments’ to upload your Supporting Statement and any other documents.
4. Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.

You can download the full role profile here: Job Description

INTERVIEW DATE: FRIDAY 17th OCTOBER

About the role

This an exciting opportunity to join Runnymede Borough Council as we continue our positive work preventing homelessness and ending rough sleeping in the area. As the Senior Housing Solutions Officer, you will:

• Carry out initial assessments of individuals circumstances
• Provide tailored advice to enable the applicant to resolve their housing difficulty
• Confirm the duties the Council owe to the applicant in writing
• Continually review and update the advice and support we are able to provide to the applicant
• Provide a full housing solutions service, offering advice and assistance
• Make enquiries to satisfy yourself of the facts of the application
• Make lawful decisions in accordance with the legislation
• You will have a manageable level of cases
• Quality check and provide case sign off
• Deputise for the Housing Solutions Manager

About you

You will be joining a supportive, friendly team and will reporting directly to the Housing Solutions Manager. We are looking for a capable and ambitious individual to join our team who can provide excellent customer service to support us to continue delivering first class housing solutions services. We are looking for exceptional candidates with a range of skills including:

• Excellent working knowledge of the Housing Act 1996 (as amended)
• Experience of carrying out detailed assessments
• Good quality communication, both verbal and written
• A team player
• Encourages strategic thinking
• Able to work well under pressure

About Runnymede

Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward-thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open-minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision. 

We have an exceptional Housing Solutions team that has achieved many positive outcomes for applicants. This role will support us to continue to deliver a high-quality homelessness service.

You will have the opportunity to contribute to the implementation and performance of the Council’s Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy and assist in the review of procedures and policies within the team.

Benefits

• Hybrid working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
• Flexible working 7am-7pm (Core hours are 10-11.30am & 2.30pm-4pm) and Flexi-leave
• 28 Days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Free Parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Payment of one professional membership per annum
• Cycle to work + further related discounts
• Season ticket loan
• Health and Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service
• Mileage allowance

For more information please contact Andreas Efthymiou, on Andreas.Efthymiou@penna.com / D +44 (0) 7546 415 794

How to Apply

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INTERVIEW DATE: MONDAY 20TH OCTOBER

About the role

Acting as the primary point of contact for all matters related to information governance and data protection, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, through education and enforcement of our policies when it comes to collecting, storing and handling data. You will be advising colleagues and members in relation to the processing of personal data across the Council, as well as processing data subject access, freedom of information and environmental information requests.

You will also carry out investigations into data breaches and make decisions as to the necessity to report breaches to the Information Commissioner’s office in conjunction with the senior information risk owner.

Additionally, you will oversee the handling of corporate complaints, ensuring compliance with relevant Ombudsman codes and guidance.

About you

You will be an experienced information governance professional who can provide expert guidance on UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and Environmental Information Regulations gained in Local Government/the Public Sector. You will have experience in drafting and implementing data protection and freedom of information policies and procedures, conducting data protection impact assessments, responding to freedom of information requests and in handling data breaches and data subject access requests. You will have a recognised data protection qualification and strong time management skills and ideally will have people management experience.

About us

Our recent Local Government Association Peer Challenge highlighted that ‘EDDC is a great place to work, with engaged staff and members’ and that’s certainly true! You will be part of a Gold Investors in People (IiP) organisation which works together with local people to create great value services and an outstanding community, economy and environment in which people want to live, work, visit and enjoy now, and for future generations. And with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits, our highly flexible and collaborative hybrid Worksmart working arrangements as well as our commitment to continuous learning and development, you can be confident of joining a dedicated community of colleagues who are Happy, Healthy and Here.

For more information please contact Andreas Efthymiou, on Andreas.Efthymiou@penna.com / D +44 (0) 7546 415 794

How to Apply

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INTERVIEW DATE: TUESDAY 21ST OCTOBER

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we’re more than an organisation we’re a community. Serving over 844,000 residents, we’re proud to be rooted in the places we serve, working together to improve lives and deliver high-quality services that matter. When you join us, you become part of a council that values collaboration, inclusion, and innovation. You’ll feel the impact of your leadership every day, because it will happen right on the doorstep.

We are now seeking a strategic and compassionate Head of Service to lead our Community Social Work Service across South Nottinghamshire. This is a key leadership role within our Adult Social Care directorate, overseeing around 100 staff and 9 direct reports, and shaping services that support adults aged 18+ across diverse communities from rural villages to urban centres.

You’ll lead integrated social work and occupational therapy teams, delivering:

· Assessment and Care Act responsibilities

· Safeguarding Adults

· Place-based partnership working with health, housing, and voluntary sector partners

This is a service in transition, with new ways of working and performance expectations recently introduced. We’re proud of the progress made, but there’s more to do—and you’ll be central to embedding positive change, strengthening confidence in data-driven decision making, and upholding high standards of practice. You’ll also play a key role in our CQC readiness and may lead on the resulting action plan.

We’re looking for someone who brings:

· A qualified background in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or equivalent

· Proven experience in safeguarding leadership, quality assurance, and performance improvement

· Proven experience in managing complex budgets and delivering value for money

· The ability to lead across systems and networks, including challenging conversations at senior levels

· A collaborative mindset to work alongside other Heads of Service in the department and partners.

You’ll be a visible leader across our three South Nottinghamshire sites, helping shape the future of adult social care in the county.

Why Join Us?

This is your opportunity to lead in a council that’s ambitious, forward-thinking, and deeply connected to its communities. In Nottinghamshire, we don’t just manage services—we shape the future.

· A place where your leadership makes a real difference

· A council that champions collaboration, innovation, and inclusion

· A role that offers challenge, development, reward, and the chance to transform lives

We’ll support your wellbeing and work-life balance with generous annual leave, flexible working options, and access to staff networks. You’ll also benefit from our local government pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and more.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help us build a better Nottinghamshire, apply now. For more information please visit: https://nottinghamshireseniorleadership.co.uk

For a confidential discussion, please contact our consultants at Penna:

Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or email: amin.aziz@penna.com

Carol Coyle on 07500 887849 or email: carol.coyle@penna.com

Closing date: Midnight Tuesday 30th September 2025

Technical Interview date: Thursday 9th October 2025

Stakeholder Panels and Interviews: Thursday 16th October 2025

How to Apply

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Interim Head of Deposits (min 6 mths FTC)

Reporting to the Head of Customer Delivery. The Head of Deposits is responsible for monitoring the market for potential deposit taker failures and responding within SLAs where needed and undertaking quality assurance checks on SCV. Responsible for contributing to the default strategy and end-to-end process for deposit claims– from activity relating to the events prior to a firm failing, completion of the customer’s claim, providing necessary information for recoveries – through leading a team of operational practitioners and working collaboratively with the Heads of Resolution and Claims Handling Partners who will be required to respond to significant deposit taker failures.

Reporting to the Head of Customer Delivery, the Head of Deposits will:

• Lead the management of potential deposit taker failures and respond within SLAs, while overseeing and assuring quality standards across SCV.

• Contribute to the effective and fair resolution of deposit claims, from early triage to distribution of compensation to eligible customers.

• Provide strategic leadership and operational direction to the Deposits function, ensuring resilience, efficiency, and customer confidence.

• Lead a team of experienced practitioners, supporting their development and fostering a high-performance culture.

• Collaborate closely with FSCS colleagues, the Head of Resolution, and Claims Handling Partners to deliver operational readiness for significant deposit taker failures.

You will bring:

• A proven record of senior leadership in change delivery and transformation.

• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior level, both internally and externally.

• Strong understanding of:

• Depositor protection frameworks, including SCV and depositor payout processes.

• Operational procedures, legal/technical analysis, and the challenges of managing complex deposit taker cases.

• The regulatory environment in which FSCS operates, ideally with experience of engaging with the Bank of England, PRA, and FCA.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to inspire confidence, manage complexity, and deliver results under pressure.

For further information, click the links below:

Candidate Briefing Pack

My Ways of Working Framework

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Charles Wilson on 07801 880420 or email: charles.wilson@lhh.com

James Hunt on 07973 346063 or email: james.hunt@lhh.com

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 28^th September 2025

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London Borough Tower Hamlets

Corporate Director of Resources (S151 Officer)

Salary: Competitive

We are looking for an exceptional Corporate Director of Resources to play a crucial role in delivering one of the most ambitious agendas in local government.

Tower Hamlets is like a city within a city. Our workforce of over 7,000 people serve more than 320,000 residents in the most densely populated and fastest growing place in the UK.

Millions of visitors come to our borough from across the world to see our iconic destinations. We deliver the third largest economic output in the UK with areas such as Canary Wharf and our borough borders The City, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the River Thames.

Our population is one of the most diverse in the UK, and we face the challenges of significant contrasts in wealth and poverty across the borough.

As Corporate Director of Resources, you will be our Section 151 Officer, leading a wide-ranging portfolio including Finance, Procurement, Human Resources, Organisational Development, Corporate Business Support, Revenues, Benefits and IT.

Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring that the council delivers high-quality, enabling and customer-focused services that provide value for money, safeguard public assets and underpin the council’s wider ambitions.

This role includes:

• Financial leadership and governance: ensuring statutory responsibilities are met, delivering a robust Medium-Term Financial Strategy, and embedding strong corporate governance and transparency.
• Driving organisational improvement: playing a pivotal role in procurement improvement, HR transformation, and digital service redesign.
• Supporting cultural change: working closely with the Chief Executive, Executive Mayor, Members and colleagues, you will help to accelerate delivery of the Ministerial Directions and strengthen alignment across the council.
• Strategic collaboration: engaging with partners, regulators and stakeholders – including the Ministerial Envoys and Transformation and Assurance Board (TAB) Leads – to ensure progress, resilience and long-term impact.

This is a career-defining role where your expertise will shape not only the directorate, but also the council’s overall capacity to deliver on its promises to residents.

About You

We are seeking a senior leader with:

• Expert knowledge of local government financial management, including the General Fund, Housing Revenue Account (HRA), capital and revenue programmes, and statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Substantial senior leadership experience in a large, complex local authority, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality finance, procurement and corporate services.
• Professional qualification and credibility: relevant degree and full membership of CIPFA (or equivalent ACA, ACCA or CIMA), with significant commercial awareness and highly effective budgeting and financial management skills.
• Strategic leadership and transformation expertise, including delivery of a robust Medium-Term Financial Strategy, leading major change and digital transformation programmes, and introducing innovative working practices.
• Excellent influencing, partnership and stakeholder management skills, with political acumen, strong customer focus, and the ability to negotiate and collaborate across complex internal and external environments.
• A personal commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion with experience of embedding inclusive practice and workforce culture change, aligned to our TOWER values.

You will be visible, collaborative and ambitious for Tower Hamlets, ensuring our Resources Directorate is modern, resilient and trusted.

You will also be politically sensitive and have a strong commitment to our values, behaviours and equal opportunities policy, and be ready to demonstrate personal leadership on the importance of diversity.

Our council is a beacon for diversity and inclusion. We want a borough where everyone feels valued and included, and we want a council that collaborates to deliver excellence.

That’s why we look for people with our TOWER values of Together, Open, Willing, Excellent and Respectful.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 5^th October 2025

Final interview date: W/C 17^th or 24^th November 2025

For more information please visit: https://recruitment.towerhamlets.gov.uk/jobs/corporate-director-of-resources

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Julie Towers on Julie.towers@penna.com or 07764 791736
• Andrew Tromans on Andrew.tromans@penna.com or 07805 226301

How to Apply

• Upload your CV under “Please select one of the options below.”
• Complete the short mandatory fields on the next page.
• Use ‘Add Attachments’ to upload your Supporting Statement and any other documents.
• Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.

Gateshead Council

Strategic Director Housing, Environment and Healthy Communities

Up to £138,523 p.a

Proud. Passionate. Ambitious.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an innovative and forward-thinking leader to join our leadership team and drive our exciting agenda forward, working together, fighting for a better future for Gateshead. We’re absolutely committed to making Gateshead a place where everyone thrives, and you’ll be joining an organisation who strongly believe that the strength of Gateshead is the people of Gateshead.

As our Strategic Director you’ll be a key corporate leader across the organisation and be the strategic lead for the development of the Housing Strategy and lead the development of our housing, environment, and healthy community services, providing integrated, modern customer focused services that meet the needs of Gateshead and our communities. Your leadership of our large, diverse and dispersed workforce will help us to deliver our ambitious Thrive agenda, whilst maximising productivity, improving collaboration and driving culture change.

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape our future and yours. For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact:

• Pete John on 07701 305617 or Pete.john@penna.com
• Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or Julie.towers@penna.com
• Mark Baldwinson on 07764 698 139 or Mark.baldwinson@penna.com

For further information about the role please visit: www.gateshead.gov.uk/senior-management

Closing Date: 10th October 2025

How to Apply

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Salary: £100,874 - £106,919 + £3,990 Car Benefit

Luton Council is seeking an exceptional leader to take on the pivotal role of Director of Governance. This is a unique opportunity to join the Council’s senior leadership team and help shape the future of governance, legal services, and democratic engagement in Luton.

As the Council’s Monitoring Officer, you will hold one of the three statutory officer positions, working alongside the Chief Executive and Section 151 Officer to ensure the highest standards of legality, integrity, and transparency. You will lead the Council’s legal and democratic services, providing strategic direction and expert advice to elected members and senior officers. Your work will be instrumental in safeguarding the Council’s reputation, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations, and promoting ethical conduct across the organisation.

This role demands a visionary leader with substantial experience at a senior level in local government. You will be adept at interpreting complex legal frameworks, guiding constitutional processes, and managing high-performing teams. Your ability to influence, negotiate, and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders will be key to your success.

You will be responsible for overseeing the Council’s Constitution, advising on standards and conduct, managing investigations into potential maladministration, and ensuring robust governance arrangements. You will also lead the delivery of fair and compliant elections, support civic and ceremonial functions, and act as a strategic advisor on legal and ethical matters.

Luton is a borough with bold ambitions. Our vision for 2040 is to create a town where no one lives in poverty and everyone can thrive. As Director of Governance, you will play a central role in realising this vision, driving innovation, performance, and continuous improvement across your portfolio.

If you are ready to lead with integrity, inspire change, and make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply for this critical role. 

For further information, please click the link to download a candidate briefing pack:

Candidate Briefing Pack

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

Carol Coyle - 07500 887849 or email: carol.coyle@penna.com

Amin Aziz – 07709 514141 or email: amin.aziz@penna.com

How to Apply

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4. Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.

Salary: Competitive

Shape the Future of a Thriving London Borough

Redbridge is one of the fastest growing and most diverse boroughs in the country. A place with a growing population and with a demand for services increasing, we are committed to ensuring Redbridge remains a fantastic place to live, work, and play. This is an exciting time to join us as we deliver a bold vision, underpinned by our values of Collaboration, Honesty, Excellence and Fairness.

We are now seeking an exceptional Director of Modernisation & Delivery to lead a wide-ranging programme of transformation and organisational development. Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive and working as a key member of our Leadership Team, you will:

• Drive innovative service redesign to ensure we are modern, efficient, and customer focused.
• Lead our organisational development agenda, supporting and empowering a highly committed workforce.
• Oversee major change programmes, ensuring delivery is on time, on budget, and delivers tangible benefits for our residents.
• Embed a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and openness across the Council.
• Build strong internal and external partnerships that help us maximise the borough’s talent and assets.
• This is a pivotal leadership role that will help shape how Redbridge transforms its services today and, in the years, to come.

About you

You will possess an ability to lead and deliver a programme of transformational and cultural change and drive and oversee our operational delivery at pace with:

·        Personal credibility to inspire colleagues, members, partners and the community.

·        Be an innovative, values-driven leader with a proven track record in delivering organisational, transformation and cultural change and programme management.

·        An understanding of local government gained in delivering or supporting public services and/or change

·        A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to customer service and equality.

·        Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for all Redbridge’s communities.

For further information please visit: https://www.redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

Closing date for applications: Friday 26^th September 2025

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Kelly Ridley on 07709 512415 or email: kelly.ridley@penna.com

Pete John on 07701 305617 or email: pete.john@penna.com

How to Apply

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3. Use ‘Add Attachments’ to upload your Supporting Statement and any other documents.
4. Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.

Salary Scale PO10: £68,784 to £72,399

(plus a Golden Hello Payment - £3,000

Full of energy and culture, Waltham Forest is a progressive and innovative borough with a Legal Service to match. We provide the best possible legal service to our diverse client departments through our highly skilled legal professionals. As an In-house Advocate, you’ll represent Children’s Social Care teams and be a specialist in your area. Part of our Lexcel-accredited practice, you’ll be a key member of our Families team.

Your role will involve giving advice on relevant legislation and providing representation in the Family Court to the children’s social care teams, covering all aspects of childcare law. It means delivering a legal service that meets all Council, professional and legal requirements in line with our business and service plans.

To join us, you must be a qualified Barrister, Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with ideally High Rights of Audience. A childcare specialist, you’ll be confident and capable – ready to work independently and act upon your initiative. You’ll also be able and committed to working in a flexible way, including outside normal office hours when necessary. 

Whilst a local authority background would be an advantage, we’ll also welcome experience in private practice. Alternatively, you could be counsel who has completed pupillage or a professional who has built up transferable skills in another in-house role. 

Wherever you’ve worked, you must have a good working knowledge of local government law as well as childcare legislation. We’re also looking for the ability to formulate and present quality legal robust arguments before the Courts on behalf of our clients, both orally and in writing, within hearings of varying lengths and complexity.

To be considered, you must have initiative, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and commitment to the job. You will work within a friendly, welcoming and supportive team where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated. With your dedication to the role, you’ll have what it takes to a change a child’s world.  

Please note that this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Equal Opportunities

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via brian.gallagher@penna.com or call 07716 098175

Closing Date: 19th September 2025

Interview Date : 30^th September, 1^st, 2^nd & 3^rd October 2025 

How to Apply

1. Upload your CV under “Please select one of the options below.”
2. Complete the short mandatory fields on the next page.
3. Use ‘Add Attachments’ to upload your Supporting Statement and any other documents.
4. Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.

You can download the role profile here: Job Description

Please note: should we find a suitable candidate, this role may close earlier than advertised

Salary Scale: PO3- PO4/5: £45,750 - £55,323

Plus a Golden Hello Payment - £3,000

Full of energy and culture, Waltham Forest is a progressive and innovative borough with a Legal Service to match. We provide our diverse client departments with the best possible service through our highly skilled professionals. As a Lawyer in the Child Care sub team, you’ll bring your expertise to our Families Team. If you’re looking for an exciting new role in a fantastic corner of London, this could be your ideal opportunity. 

Join us, and you will be initiating and conducting care proceedings under the Children’s Act 1989. You’ll have a varied and challenging caseload, including all aspects of care and adoption proceedings and advice work, as well as matters in pre-proceedings. 

We’ll be expecting you to give timely and accurate legal advice, deal with a complex caseload and stay up to date with relevant legislation. You must therefore be a qualified solicitor or barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with considerable experience and PQE. 

With experience in another local authority or large organisation, you’ll have accurate knowledge of practice and procedure in relation to child care law including, care and adoption proceedings, and private law proceedings. Advocacy experience in a wide variety of care proceedings in the Family Courtis also desirable or at least a willingness to develop this skill.. 

We are looking for professionals with excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, and dedication to the job. You will work within a friendly, welcoming and supportive team where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated day to day.

With the determination to meet deadlines, you’ll work flexibly, including outside normal office hours if necessary. And, with your commitment

Please note that this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Equal Opportunities

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via brian.gallagher@penna.com or call 07716 098175

Closing Date: 19th September

Interview Dates : 30th September, 1st, 2nd & 3rd October 2025

How to Apply

1. Upload your CV under “Please select one of the options below.”
2. Complete the short mandatory fields on the next page.
3. Use ‘Add Attachments’ to upload your Supporting Statement and any other documents.
4. Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.

You can download the role profile here: Job Description

Please note: should we find a suitable candidate, this role may close earlier than advertised

Salary Scale: PO3- PO4/5/ £45,750 - £55,323

Plus a Golden Hello Payment - £3,000

Full of energy and culture, Waltham Forest is a progressive and innovative borough with a Legal Service to match. We provide our diverse client departments with the best possible service through our highly skilled professionals. As a Lawyer in Adult Social Care, you’ll bring your expertise to our Families Team at a Council that cares about its community. If you’re looking for an exciting new role, this could be your ideal opportunity. 

As part of the Adult Social Care legal team, you will deal with a wide range of adult social care and community care matters, including court of protection proceedings. Ideally, you’ll be equipped with advocacy skills in order to represent the Council before the courts, particularly in court of protection proceedings, but this is not essential.

More important, is your ability to manage a varied community care caseload, dealing with court of protection proceedings, ordinary residence disputes and providing legal advice and assistance to our Adult Social Care department. To join us, you must be a qualified solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with considerable experience and PQE in adult social care/community care law. 

We are looking for professionals with excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing, and a real dedication to the job. You will work within a friendly, welcoming and supportive team where your professional development will be nurtured and appreciated.

With the drive to meet deadlines, you’ll be able to work flexibly. And, with your commitment to the role, you’ll have what it takes to change lives for the better, right across our borough.

Please note that this role is subject to a Basic Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Equal Opportunities

Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy.

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Brian Gallagher via brian.gallagher@penna.com or call 07716 098175

Closing Date: 19th September 2025

Interview Dates : 30th September, 1st, 2nd & 3rd October 2025 

How to Apply

1. Upload your CV under “Please select one of the options below.”
2. Complete the short mandatory fields on the next page.
3. Use ‘Add Attachments’ to upload your Supporting Statement and any other documents.
4. Ensure both CV and Supporting Statement are uploaded before submitting your application.

You can download the role profile here: Job Description

Please note: should we find a suitable candidate, this role may close earlier than advertised