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