Head of Sport & Leisure – Drive Transformation & Wellbeing

Colchester City Council; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom seeks a dynamic individual for the Head of Service for Sport and Leisure role. You will lead and manage sports services, drive transformation and cultural change, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in managing operational services, substantial experience in the Sport and Leisure field, and excellent leadership capabilities. Join us to promote community health and wellbeing.

Benefits

Attractive pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Gym, travel and retail discounts

Excellent training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading high-quality operational services.
• Substantial management experience within Sport and Leisure or a related field.
• Experience managing large budgets and delivering complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Sport and Leisure strategy and business plan.
• Champion transformation and cultural change within the service.
• Build partnerships to promote physical activity and wellbeing.

Skills

Dynamic leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Excellent communication

Project management

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Management or coaching qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Project planning tools

Job description

A local government authority in the United Kingdom seeks a dynamic individual for the Head of Service for Sport and Leisure role. You will lead and manage sports services, drive transformation and cultural change, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in managing operational services, substantial experience in the Sport and Leisure field, and excellent leadership capabilities. Join us to promote community health and wellbeing.