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Area Commander / Head of Strategy and Development

Hertfordshire County Council

Stevenage

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GBP 70,000 - 96,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading council in the UK seeks a dynamic Area Commander / Head of Strategy and Development. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills and a commitment to community impact. This role requires strategic insight and the ability to motivate a diverse workforce. Join a team dedicated to shaping public services effectively.

Qualifications

  • Proven leadership and management skills.
  • Experience in motivating a diverse workforce.
  • Ability to lead service delivery in a complex public sector environment.

Responsibilities

  • Inspire and motivate the team.
  • Shape public services with a creative approach.
  • Collaborate within the Strategic Command team.

Skills

Leadership
Management
Collaboration

Job description

Area Commander / Head of Strategy and Development

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Salary Details
  • Area Commander: £86,710 to £95,111 inclusive of allowances per year
  • Head of Service: £70,027 to £77,579 per year
About The Team

We are looking for a dynamic leader with proven leadership and management skills, capable of inspiring and motivating our team and committed to making a positive community impact. Your strategic insight and passion for people-focused services will be essential.

The roles require an experienced, collaborative leader who employs a pragmatically creative approach to shaping public services. Experience in motivating a diverse workforce and leading service delivery in a complex public sector environment is essential. You should also have the potential to operate as part of the Strategic Command team for the County Council’s Fire & Rescue Service.

Additional Information

For further details and to apply, please visit the [Area Commander / Head of Service job page].

Application Timelines
  • Shortlisting: Week of 19 May 2025
  • Operational assessment: Week of 9 June 2025
  • Assessment day: Week of 16 June 2025
Job Details
  • Seniority level: Director
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job functions: Other, Information Technology, Management
  • Industry: Government Administration
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