Corporate Performance Manager - Local Government
Job Description
Working arrangement: Hybrid, likely council based with some flexibility
Contract: Interim / Contract
Sector: Local Government
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Performance Manager to lead a major cross council programme focused on developing and embedding a new Performance and Insight Framework. This role will be central to ensuring the council is ready to meet the requirements of the new Local Government Outcomes Framework, wider statutory reporting obligations, and the effective delivery of the new Council Plan following the May 2026 local elections.
This is a high profile role requiring someone who can operate across the organisation, work with senior stakeholders up to Director level, and bring strong expertise in corporate performance, insight, reporting, governance, programme leadership and evidence based decision making.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the council wide Performance and Insight programme
* Develop and implement a fit for purpose Performance and Insight Framework
* Ensure compliance with the Local Government Outcomes Framework and statutory reporting requirements
* Support Cabinet Members, Executive Directors and Directorate Management Teams with performance management and delivery
* Provide challenge, quality assurance and strategic support across the programme
* Work with digital teams and subject matter experts to improve digital reporting solutions and use of data and insight
* Set up and lead cross organisational project teams, including senior stakeholders up to Director level
* Manage programme budgets, including revenue budgets above £100k
* Oversee governance, controls, reporting documentation and assurance mechanisms
* Lead stakeholder communications relating to the framework and its adoption
* Identify and manage risks, issues, dependencies, milestones and critical paths
* Support procurement and contract management where required
* Provide ad hoc programme support such as business cases, PIDs and engagement plans
* Organise and lead boards, working groups and governance meetings
* Deputise for the Assistant Director for Policy and Strategy when required
Required Experience
* Strong experience in corporate performance management within a local authority or wider public sector setting
* Proven track record of leading organisation wide transformation, performance or insight programmes
* Experience designing and implementing performance frameworks, reporting frameworks or insight models
* Strong understanding of local government performance reporting, governance and statutory requirements
* Experience working with senior stakeholders including Directors, Executive teams and elected members
* Ability to lead cross functional teams in a matrix environment
* Strong programme management skills, including governance, risk, budget and milestone management
* Experience improving the use of data, digital reporting and insight to support strategic decision making
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce business cases, reports and presentations