Tamworth Borough Council
Executive Director of Place
Salary: £103,431
Home working contract with regular in-person leadership presence
Tamworth is a town with bold ambitions and a proud identity. Perfectly placed in the heart of England, it offers the vibrancy of a growing market town with the charm of rich heritage -including the iconic Tamworth Castle - and a community spirit that sets it apart.
We are seeking an outstanding Executive Director of Place to join our Corporate Management Team and lead a diverse and high-impact portfolio including Economic Development, Regeneration, Planning, Corporate Asset Management, Heritage and Arts, and Sport and Leisure. Reporting directly to Chief Executive Stephen Gabriel, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of Tamworth and deliver real, lasting change for our residents, businesses and visitors.
Tamworth Borough Council is known for its delivery, innovation and financial stability. With one of the largest Future High Street Fund awards in the country, a major capital programme, and a clear vision for growth, we are ready to take the next step - and we need a leader who can help us get there.
You’ll be a strategic and creative force, able to inspire teams, build strong partnerships, and turn vision into reality. Your leadership will be central to driving Tamworth’s regeneration ambitions, unlocking economic growth, and creating vibrant, inclusive spaces that reflect the pride and potential of our borough.
This is also a pivotal moment for local government in Staffordshire. With Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) on the horizon, Tamworth is ready to play a leading role in shaping the future unitary landscape. As Executive Director of Place, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformation - helping to define what a modern, ambitious and resident-focused authority looks like in a new governance model. It’s a unique opportunity to influence not just Tamworth’s future, but the future of local government across the region.
We welcome applications from experienced Directors or ambitious Assistant Directors ready to take their first step into a role at this level. You’ll bring a track record of success in one or more of the service areas within the remit, and a collaborative, resident-focused approach that puts people and place at the heart of everything you do.
Tamworth is well-connected via the West Coast Mainline and motorway network, making it an attractive opportunity for candidates across the UK. We offer a flexible working culture, with a home working contract and the expectation of visible leadership in the office and at key meetings (including evenings).
Now is an exciting time to join us and be part of a close-knit, passionate team that’s proud of Tamworth and committed to shaping what comes next.
For more information, key dates in the appointment process and details of how to apply, please click on the button below. For a confidential conversation contact our executive search partners GatenbySanderson: Tim Hills (07393 011 130) or Rebecca Hopkin (07827 098173)
Closing date: Friday 26th September
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