Head of Chief Executive's Office
Purpose of the Role
To lead the Chief Executive's Office, providing strategic advice, coordination and leadership to deliver the Chief Executive's priorities. Acts as the key interface between the Chief Executive, CMT, elected members and external stakeholders in a politically sensitive environment.
Principal Accountabilities
- Provide strategic advice and briefings on complex, high–profile and politically sensitive issues.
- Lead the Chief Executive's Office, managing priorities, diary, briefings and business delivery.
- Drive corporate priorities and oversee governance and senior leadership forums.
- Act as key liaison across senior officers, elected members and external stakeholders.
- Lead stakeholder engagement and manage sensitive communications.
- Lead and develop a high–performing team, including budget oversight.
Essential Experience
- Experience working in a politically sensitive environment with elected members
- Head of Service (or equivalent senior leadership experience)
- Advising senior executives or political leadership
- Delivering corporate priorities and cross–organisational work
If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.
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