Senior Policy & Governance Lead — School Transport

Buckinghamshire Council; South Heath; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a Senior Business Strategy and Governance Officer to join the Communities Strategy and Governance team. You will turn policy intent into clear objectives while leading governance, planning and reporting across services.

You will act as the council's school transport policy lead, collaborating with senior leaders to shape priorities and ensure robust decision-making and evidence-based guidance.

Qualifications

• Strong governance knowledge and practical policy experience.
• Ability to interpret legislation and translate into clear guidance.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support policy work from review through implementation.
• Coordinate governance, planning, reporting and improvement activity.
• Provide practical, deliverable objectives and staff engagement support.

Skills

Governance knowledge

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Policy guidance

Job description

Buckinghamshire Council is seeking a Senior Business Strategy and Governance Officer to join the Communities Strategy and Governance team. You will turn policy intent into clear objectives while leading governance, planning and reporting across services.

You will act as the council's school transport policy lead, collaborating with senior leaders to shape priorities and ensure robust decision-making and evidence-based guidance.