Executive Director, Place & Growth

Wokingham Borough Council; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 89,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

GP Helpline

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Onsite Gym

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Local & Lifestyle Discounts

Move through Menopause Course

Sports & Social Group Activities

And more!

Job summary

Wokingham Borough Council invites applications for an Executive Director for Place to lead a forward-thinking, place-shaping agenda across planning, environment, highways, culture and economic development. The role demands strategic leadership across a broad portfolio and close collaboration with partners and residents.

The successful candidate will create a connected, ambitious vision for the borough, secure investment, and drive urban renewal while aligning services with community needs and

Qualifications

• Experience leading strategic, place-shaping agendas across multiple services.
• Strong track record of operating at strategic level in a complex political environment.
• Inspirational, innovative and embraces change.

Responsibilities

• Lead an outward-looking and forward-thinking place-shaping agenda for the Council.
• Secure investment and strengthen partnerships across Berkshire and beyond.
• Coordinate sub-regional and cross-sector work to deliver integrated services and growth.

Job description

Wokingham Borough Council invites applications for an Executive Director for Place to lead a forward-thinking, place-shaping agenda across planning, environment, highways, culture and economic development. The role demands strategic leadership across a broad portfolio and close collaboration with partners and residents.

The successful candidate will create a connected, ambitious vision for the borough, secure investment, and drive urban renewal while aligning services with community needs and