Corporate Director – Adults & Health

Newham London Borough Council; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the City Of London is seeking a Corporate Director for Adults & Health to lead person-centred care, manage social services, and ensure operational synergy. This key role involves collaboration with NHS partners to enhance community health and wellness. The ideal candidate will modernise services and drive prevention and intervention strategies, making a lasting impact in the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated, person-centred care for residents.
• Manage adult social care, safeguarding, and public health.
• Ensure shared support across Adults and Children’s services.

Job description

Overview

Newham is a borough on the move—bold, diverse, and full of energy, a unique and special place. We’re entering a new chapter, and this is your opportunity to help shape it from the very beginning. As Corporate Director for Adults & Health, you’ll lead integrated, person-centred care that empowers our residents and strengthens our communities.

This is more than a career-defining role—it’s a chance to be part of a borough that’s redefining itself. You’ll lead adult social care, safeguarding, public health, and integrated commissioning, working closely with NHS partners to tackle health inequalities and improve outcomes.

We’re looking for a visionary leader to modernise services, champion prevention and early intervention, and embed a culture of excellence. You’ll manage shared support across Adults and Children’s services, ensuring value for money and operational synergy.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact in a place where passion runs deep and ambition drives change—Newham is ready for you.

We Are Newham. Join us.

Contact and application details

To find out more contact our recruitment partners at GatenbySanderson: Frazer Thouard ([e-mail]) or Alex Hayes ([e-mail])

Closing Date: Sunday 9 November

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.