Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth

Islington Council; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England is seeking an Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth to provide strategic leadership for developing the Community Wealth Building Strategy. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate level education or equivalent experience and a proven track record in leading cross-sector partnerships. This role offers a hybrid working model, starting at 31 days of annual leave and increasing to 36 after five years.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive pay with London Living Wage

Local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Discounted gym memberships

Local discounts from businesses

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading cross-sector partnerships.
• Experience in delivering innovative and impactful solutions.
• Postgraduate level education or equivalent work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the development of the Community Wealth Building Strategy.
• Ensure long-term prosperity, sustainability, and fairness for residents.

Skills

Leading large cross-sector partnerships

Delivering innovative solutions

Experience in inclusive growth

Education

Postgraduate level education or equivalent work experience

Job description

About The Role

Islington Council envisions a more equal future and is committed to creating a sustainable, inclusive and locally rooted economy. We are seeking an Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth to provide strategic leadership for the development and delivery of the Council’s Community Wealth Building Strategy, ensuring long‑term prosperity, sustainability, and fairness for all residents.

About Islington

Islington is a thriving inner‑London borough rich in diversity and culture. Too many residents live in poverty or experience inequalities. Our Islington Together 2030 Plan sets a bold vision for working together with diverse communities to create a more equal future. We promise to:

• Invest in Islington by shopping and spending locally to support small businesses
• Ensure more Council spend goes through local businesses, locking wealth into our local economy and delivering benefits for residents and communities through social value commitments

The successful applicant

We are looking for someone with a proven track record in leading large cross‑sector partnerships to deliver innovative and impactful solutions, particularly in inclusive growth. The successful candidate will have a postgraduate level education in a relevant discipline or an equivalent level of work experience.

Working for us

In addition to a generous salary, you will have access to a generous annual leave allowance, starting at 31 days and increasing to 36 days per year after five years of local government service.

Islington Council adopts a hybrid working approach to promote a good work‑life balance. Senior leaders are expected to be in the office three days a week and work from home two days.

For more information about the benefits of working for Islington Council, visit Why work here – Islington Council.

Our offer to you

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years
• Flexible working arrangements and a 35‑hour working week
• Learning and development opportunities
• Competitive pay with a commitment to pay all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
• Excellent local government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Note to Recruitment Agencies

We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity and inclusion at its heart, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We maintain a zero‑tolerance approach to unlawful discrimination, harassment or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristic under the 2010 Equality Act. Incidents are promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues. We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring transparent practices that promote diverse representation at all levels. We recognise the importance of an intersectional lens in understanding the unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage. We continually learn and improve, working closely with Colleague Forums, Trade Unions and supportive allies from our Corporate Management Team to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace. Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, empowering) values and embedding principles of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion in our work, we can actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required.

Qualifications check and reference

The post is subject to a qualifications check and 3/5 years referencing.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria. We are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process and throughout their career.