Reference: CCC00439Description: Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) will lead to fundamental changes to the way that local authority services are provided for residents, businesses and other stakeholders in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. As part of the wider project team, you will play a key role in developing proposals for new unitary councils in the area.You will provide research, analysis, advice and solution design for the council's Cabinet, Chief Executive and Leadership Team on Local Government Reorganisation and other strategic issues. You will also work with the Strategy Lead to maintain the Council's strategy and policy framework and help ensure that council services are well placed to respond to external policy developments.You will join us with experience of working in strategy or policy development and will use your research and data analysis skills to provide policy insights, advice and briefings and speed. An excellent communicator, you will be able to present analysis and recommendations to diverse audiences and communicate, influence and negotiate effectively with a range of stakeholders.What we can offer:A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methodsAccess to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) SchemeAgile and Flexible workingAnnual leave purchasing schemeAnnually negotiated pay and award progressionConfidential advice and support via an Employee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to Work SchemeFamily friendly policiesFlexible Bank HolidaysFree swimming at CCC swimming poolsGenerous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time)Gym Membership salary sacrifice schemeHome & Electronics salary sacrifice schemeLifestyle Savings with over 750 discounts from the UK’s leading retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, attractions and moreProfessional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on roleRelocation Assistance may be payable in approved casesStaff reward and recognition framework- including annual staff awards ceremonySubsidy for public transportYour Care dynamic wellbeing platformHours: This is a full-time role, for 37 hours per week.Although the role is advertised as full time, if you believe you have the skills and experience to join us and would like to discuss different working patterns, please do get in touch. Working Pattern: Mondays to FridaysContract: PermanentSalary: £36,124 - £40,476 per annum, pro rata for part time.Location: This is flexible – working in Cambridge on site or at one of our offices or working from home. You will be able to balance your work location accordingly.More Information: You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.If you would like an informal chat, please contact David Kidston on 01223 457043 or email david.kidston@cambridge.gov.uk Application Process: To be considered for this role, please visit www.cambridge.gov.uk/careers for ‘Our Vacancies’. You can follow the on-screen instructions to ‘Apply Online’ and submit an application.If you are an internal candidate you can apply by logging in to your Employee Self-Serve (ESS) and access the ‘Useful Links’ (top right of the dashboard, under the person icon) and click on ‘CCC Job Opportunities’.Cambridge City Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and embraces diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Region: CambridgeLocation: Salary: *GBP*36,124 to *GBP*40,476 (City Pay Band 5), pro rata for part timePackage: PermanentContractual hours: 37Basis: Full time