Strategy & Partnerships Lead (Project)

Strategy & Partnerships Lead (Project)

12 weeks London Hybrid £500 per day (Inside IR35)

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and delivery of major corporate and cross-cutting strategies

Produce high-quality reports, briefings, presentations and strategic documents for senior leaders and elected Members

Use data, research, resident insight and policy analysis to inform strategic decision-making

Monitor national and regional policy developments and produce options appraisals and recommendations

Support the development of corporate priorities, transformation programmes and financial sustainability objectives

Engage and influence senior stakeholders, government departments, partner organisations and sector networks

Work collaboratively with residents, Members, services and external partners to shape future policy direction

Drive innovation and contribute to organisational change and improvement initiatives

Translate complex policy and strategic issues into clear, actionable recommendations

Provide mentoring and line management support to a Strategy Lead

Manage multiple strategic projects and competing priorities effectively

Essential Experience

Significant experience leading strategy development within a complex public sector environment

Strong understanding of local government, public policy and public service reform

Experience producing strategic reports and briefings for Executive Directors, Cabinet Members, Chief Executives or equivalent senior stakeholders

Proven ability to analyse complex information and communicate recommendations clearly and effectively

Experience engaging residents, partners and stakeholders in the co-production of policy and strategy

Strong knowledge of horizon scanning, policy development and options appraisal techniques

Experience operating successfully within politically sensitive environments

Skills & Competencies

Excellent written communication and report-writing skills

Strong stakeholder management and influencing abilities

High level of political awareness and sensitivity

Advanced analytical and strategic thinking skills

Strong presentation and PowerPoint skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities

Innovative approach to strategy, policy and organisational improvement

Ability to build effective relationships across organisational boundaries

Important Information

Local government or wider public sector experience is preferred

Applicants must be UK residents. No visa sponsorship or visa options are available for this role

This role is hybrid working, with no fully remote option

Occasional attendance at meetings outside normal working hours may be required

Rates depend on experience and client requirements