Deputy Director of Governance
Grade 13 - £96,064 - £105,898
Flexible work style
Wolverhampton City Council is a well-run authority with a strong track record on core service delivery, place leadership, and partnership working across the City, Black Country, and wider West Midlands region. We are looking for an established leader to provide vision, leadership, and direction to support the Chief Operating Officer in delivering aspirational outcomes for the City of Wolverhampton Council.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Formulate and recommend strategies and plans to the Strategic Executive Board, Cabinet, and Council.
2. Lead the strategic agenda for Governance including Legal, Democratic Services, Scrutiny, Mayoral and Health and Safety.
3. Act as the Council’s Deputy Monitoring Officer.
Qualifications:
Educated to degree level (or equivalent strategic experience) with substantial senior management experience. Proven ability to think strategically and find creative solutions through partnership and collaboration is essential.
Promoting equality and tackling inequalities is at the heart of everything we do, and we are looking for a leader to continue to drive this agenda.
If you are interested in applying for this position and require further information in respect of this job, please contact David Pattison by email at david.pattison@wolverhampton.gov.uk.
Closing date: 23 February 2025
Interviews will take place on 7 March 2025.
Our Working Arrangements:
All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field, or flexible work style. Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.
Diversity:
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. Our status as a Disability Confident Employer showcases our commitment to people with disabilities or health conditions.
Recruitment of Ex-Offenders:
We are committed to the fair treatment of all our employees, potential employees, or users of our service regardless of offending background.
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