Overview
The Council is looking for a dynamic and innovative individual to lead the organisation into the future. The successful candidate will need to build positive relationships with Councillors, staff, residents, community groups, businesses, and other local organisations. You will have day-to-day responsibility for managing three senior Council managers and you will lead our dedicated team of 14 staff.
You will lead the Council through a period of considerable change as we prepare to take over the ownership of local assets and services from North Somerset Council. We expect this major devolution deal to be completed in April 2026 with transitional contracts in place as we gear up to tender the work from April 2027. The implications of the devolution deal will impact on all aspects of Council organisation, including staffing, office accommodation and managing annual contracts in excess of £200,000.
In addition, you will be responsible for a wide range of quality services including recreation grounds, open spaces, allotments, community halls and the Portishead Folk Hall.
Responsibilities
Lead the Council through a period of change related to devolution of assets and services. Manage three senior Council managers and a team of 14 staff. Oversee quality services including recreation grounds, open spaces, allotments, community halls and the Portishead Folk Hall. Maintain day-to-day operations and delivery aligned with Council priorities during transitional and post-devolution periods.
Qualifications
Ideally CiLCA qualified with a minimum of 2 years\' experience in a similar role. Exceptional applicants from outside the sector will be considered, with full support, training and mentoring in the expectation that CiLCA qualification will be completed within 18 months of commencing the role.
Employment details
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week with flexibility)
Salary scale: NJC band LC4 SCP 46 -54 (£58,523 - £72,307) which includes some evening and occasional weekend working.
Benefits: Flexible working, up to 28 days paid annual leave plus public holidays and a generous local government pension scheme.
Application process
A full job pack and editable application form can be downloaded from the Council\'s website: www.portishead.gov.uk/staff-vacancies
Applications must be submitted on the Council\'s application form; CVs will not be accepted.
Location
Salisbury, England, United Kingdom
Seniority level
* Director
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Government Administration
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