Senior Business Manager, Adults Health & Wellbeing

Surrey County Council; Reigate; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is looking for a Business Manager to join its Leadership Office team in Reigate. This role involves strategic and operational support to senior leaders, managing complex relationships in social care and health sectors. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management, understanding organizational challenges, and the ability to work in a sensitive political landscape. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and numerous benefits to support staff well-being.

Benefits

26 days' holiday, rising to 28 and 31 days with service

Option to buy additional leave

Generous local government pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage sensitive relationships with clarity and care.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational support to the Corporate Leadership Team.
• Ensure alignment with wider organizational priorities.
• Act as a trusted adviser to senior leaders.

Skills

Knowledge of challenges and priorities for the Directorate of Adult Health and Wellbeing Partnerships

Experience running complex projects

Ability to support senior leaders

Experience handling risks

Understanding of complex political landscapes

Confidence with performance data

Job description

A local government authority is looking for a Business Manager to join its Leadership Office team in Reigate. This role involves strategic and operational support to senior leaders, managing complex relationships in social care and health sectors. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management, understanding organizational challenges, and the ability to work in a sensitive political landscape. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and numerous benefits to support staff well-being.