Executive Office Lead — Transformation & Governance

Adecco; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting for Head of Chief Executive's Office in Newham, London. This interim 3-month role provides strategic business planning support to the Chief Executive and leads a governance-focused team to drive transformation and council priorities.

You will shape corporate governance, oversee performance and reporting, manage key stakeholder relationships, and contribute to service improvement across the Chief Executive's Office in a forward-thinking London Borough.

Qualifications

• Significant senior-level experience in a local authority or public sector.
• Strong knowledge of local government governance frameworks and corporate governance.
• Experience supporting senior executives and governance boards.
• Proven track record in organisational transformation and service innovation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic business planning support to the Chief Executive and Head of Office.
• Lead corporate governance and develop a workplan for the Independent Board.
• Ensure governance aligns with Best Value Notice and priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Support delivery of transformation and improvement initiatives.
• Build relationships with Mayor, Mayor's Office, Councillors, and external partners.
• Oversee performance management, customer care, complaints, and casework.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefings for senior leadership and governance boards.

Skills

Senior leadership

Governance expertise

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Public sector experience

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Adecco is recruiting for Head of Chief Executive's Office in Newham, London. This interim 3-month role provides strategic business planning support to the Chief Executive and leads a governance-focused team to drive transformation and council priorities.

You will shape corporate governance, oversee performance and reporting, manage key stakeholder relationships, and contribute to service improvement across the Chief Executive's Office in a forward-thinking London Borough.