Corporate Director - Resources
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Corporate Director for Resources to lead and inspire our teams towards achieving our ambitious vision and goals. As a crucial member of our Corporate Leadership Team, you will provide strategic and professional advice, support the Chief Executive, and contribute to the development and execution of the Council's strategic plans.
You will oversee the Directors of Assets, ICT, Finance and Procurement, HR&OD, Business Transformation, and other related services and collaborate closely with the Chief Executive, Cabinet, and Lead Members. You will drive and implement strategic budget management and medium-term financial strategies and lead initiatives to ensure efficient and cost-effective resource services.
It will be important for you to establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and partners to deliver on strategic priorities and provide guidance and support to Members, ensuring professional and timely advice.
You will represent Wiltshire Council at national, regional, and local levels and develop and deliver corporate strategies to meet the needs of local residents and support community leadership.
Indicative Timetable
Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 24 November
Preliminary interviews (via Teams): w/c 9 December 2024
Final Interviews: w/c 6 January 2024
(these dates may be subject to slight change)
For an informal conversation about this role, please contact:
Helen Sawbridge
Email: hsawbridge@faerfield.co.uk
Phone: 0121 312 3755Dawn Faulkner
Email: dfaulkner@faerfield.co.uk
Phone: 0121 312 3755
To apply:
To apply for this job please click on the Apply button below and fill out the requested information. When prompted, please submit your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than four sides of A4 each).
With your CV, please also provide the names and contact details of two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be contacted if you reach the final stages, and we will not contact referees without your permission.
Your supporting statement should express why you are interested in this role and what experience you can bring to the organisation. The statement should tackle the specific requirements of the role; outlining examples and outcomes showing how you meet those requirements.
Disability Confident
Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, that should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.
