Strategic Director Housing, Environment and Healthy Communities

Gateshead Council; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Strategic Director to lead the development of integral housing and community services. The role requires a proven leader who can drive the Thrive agenda and manage a diverse workforce while maximizing productivity. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of the community in Gateshead. Ideal candidates should have experience in housing strategy with a strong emphasis on collaboration and culture change.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a corporate environment.
• Strong understanding of housing strategy and community services.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Housing Strategy and services.
• Manage a diverse workforce to deliver the Thrive agenda.
• Drive culture change and improve productivity.

Job description

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for an innovative and forward-thinking leader to join our leadership team and drive our exciting agenda forward, working together, fighting for a better future for Gateshead. We’re absolutely committed to making Gateshead a place where everyone thrives, and you’ll be joining an organisation who strongly believe that the strength of Gateshead is the people of Gateshead.

Role and responsibilities

As our Strategic Director you’ll be a key corporate leader across the organisation and be the strategic lead for the development of the Housing Strategy and lead the development of our housing, environment, and healthy community services, providing integrated, modern customer focused services that meet the needs of Gateshead and our communities. Your leadership of our large, diverse and dispersed workforce will help us to deliver our ambitious Thrive agenda, whilst maximising productivity, improving collaboration and driving culture change.

Confidential discussions

This is an exceptional opportunity to shape our future and yours. For a confidential discussion with a Penna consultant please contact: Pete John on 07701 305617 or [e-mail]; Julie Towers on 07764 791736 or [e-mail]; Mark Baldwinson on 07764 698 139 or [e-mail].

Closing Date: 10th October 2025

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.