Strategic Policy & Partnerships Lead

Sandwell Council; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandwell Council is seeking a Policy and Partnerships Manager to lead the corporate policy function and drive strategic partnership work across the borough. You will provide evidence-led policy advice to Cabinet, the Leadership Team and elected members.

You will also lead the Sandwell Together Partnership, collaborating with public, private, voluntary, community and faith sector partners to deliver a shared vision for Sandwell and improve outcomes for residents.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or substantial relevant experience.
• Proven track record in policy, strategy or transformation programmes.
• Experience in developing and influencing high-level partnerships across sectors.
• Ability to build credibility with elected members, senior leaders and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, communication and report-writing skills.
• Strong leadership with the ability to inspire, influence and deliver through others.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Council's corporate policy function and support development of major corporate strategies.
• Provide policy research, horizon scanning and strategic advice to senior leaders and elected members.
• Drive evidence-led policy development through data analysis and emerging technologies.
• Lead partnership activity through the Sandwell Together Partnership and strengthen stakeholder relations.
• Develop strategic plans and delivery programmes to improve outcomes for communities.
• Build productive relationships with regional and national partners.

Skills

Policy development

Partnership working

Strategic leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree level qualification or substantial relevant experience

Job description

Sandwell Council is seeking a Policy and Partnerships Manager to lead the corporate policy function and drive strategic partnership work across the borough. You will provide evidence-led policy advice to Cabinet, the Leadership Team and elected members.

You will also lead the Sandwell Together Partnership, collaborating with public, private, voluntary, community and faith sector partners to deliver a shared vision for Sandwell and improve outcomes for residents.