Director of Public Health and Communities

Surrey County Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Greater London is seeking a Chief Officer for Public Health. This pivotal role involves advising elected members on health matters, leading efforts to improve health outcomes, and reducing inequalities within communities. The successful candidate will have a track record in public health, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various partners. The position requires visionary leadership and strategic planning abilities.

Qualifications

• Proven track record within public health.
• Experience in navigating political and financial environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a range of partners.

Responsibilities

• Advise on health matters to elected members and partners.
• Lead initiatives to improve health outcomes.
• Reduce inequalities in local communities.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Strategic planning

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

At Surrey County Council, we are committed to empowering our communities, supporting our residents to lead healthy and fulfilling lives and ensuring no one is left behind. In this role, you’ll be a system leader for improving the health and wellbeing of our residents, reducing inequalities in health outcomes and protecting local communities from public health hazards. It’s a statutory Chief Officer post, and you will be our principal adviser on all health matters to elected members, officers and partners.

We’re looking for a visionary and strategic leader who can deliver local outcomes through forward thinking, transparent and visible leadership. A track record of consistent impact within public health is a must, and you will have a clear, inspiring focus on improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities within local communities. Instinctively collaborative and able to work effectively with a wide range of partners, you’ll be adept at navigating complex political and financial environments.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills will be essential, and you will exemplify integrity, accountability, and excellence whilst fostering a forward thinking and outcome-focused culture. Please visit www.faerfield.co.uk/surrey to find out more.

To arrange an informal conversation with our advising consultants at Faerfield, Dawn Faulkner and Rob Naylor, please call 0121 312 3755.

Closing date: 25 August 2025.

To apply please click theApply Nowlink below.