Strategic Lead - Integrated Lifestyle

Leicestershire County Council; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Loughborough is looking for a strategic leader to oversee integrated lifestyle and public health initiatives. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge in behavior change methodologies and experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams. This role provides an opportunity to shape strategic approaches and drive innovation while ensuring alignment with broader system priorities. The council values diversity and encourages applications from individuals from various backgrounds, aiming for a workforce reflecting the communities served.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of behaviour change methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills in managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in overseeing integrated public health initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver integrated public health prevention initiatives.
• Lead the development of strategic approaches for internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee and integrate multiple operational teams and programmes.

Skills

Behaviour change methodologies

Leadership of multi-disciplinary teams

Managing diverse portfolios

Job description

This strategic leadership role is responsible for shaping and delivering Integrated Lifestyle and Public Health prevention initiatives. The post holder will lead the development of strategic approaches that influence both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with broader system priorities., In addition to corporate responsibilities, the role oversees the direction and integration of multiple operational teams and programmes. It requires expert knowledge of behaviour change methodologies, leadership of multi-disciplinary teams, alongside strong leadership in managing a diverse portfolio which subject to varied reporting and regulatory frameworks.

As part of the Senior Leadership structure, the post holder will contribute to a wide range of cross-cutting workstreams, driving innovation, collaboration, and service excellence.

Leicestershire County Council is an inclusive organisation which is on a journey to embed and celebrate equality, diversity and inclusion at every level. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, as having a diverse workforce with different perspectives and ideas is fundamental to our values and enriches the services we offer our communities. We particularly welcome applicants from Ethnically Diverse and LGBTQ Plus communities and people with disabilities to create a balanced workforce and one that reflects the communities we serve. Applicants with a disability who meet the criteria listed in the 'About You' section above will be offered an interview under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme.