Total 38 Director/C-Level Legal / Public / Security job vacancies in England

Join Rochdale Council and shape the future of our vibrant community! We’re seeking a dynamic Assistant Director of Public Protection and Neighbourhoods to lead transformational change across essential services.

As part of our Wider Leadership Team, you’ll drive strategic improvements in customer contact, community safety, public protection, and libraries. You’ll embed our new Neighbourhood model, enhancing service delivery and empowering teams to work innovatively.

This is your chance to make a lasting impact in a town rich with history and undergoing exciting regeneration. If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for public service and community engagement, we want to hear from you!

Join us in our newly formed Public Health and Communities directorate, where you’ll play a pivotal role in improving health, wellbeing, and strengthening communities. Be part of Rochdale’s exciting journey!

To find out more and apply or, for a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment partners at Tile Hill: Maud Hollis (07444 696659) or Clare Connor (0161 408 0703).

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 24th November 2024

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This opportunity is ideal for an agency side Account Manager looking to step up to Account Director.

The Opportunity Hub UK is proud to present an exclusive opening for a PR Account Director, a pivotal role designed for a professional ready to make a substantial impact in the corporate consultancy sector.Company Overview:This distinguished consultancy is in the midst of an exciting phase of growth and evolution. With a strong foundation in corporate consultancy PR, the company has built a reputation for excellence, managing a portfolio that spans private debt, trade finance, crypto, and blockchain industries. Recent shifts in team composition have only heightened the firm's commitment to enhancing its service quality and client satisfaction. Now more than ever, they seek a PR Account Director with a profound corporate consultancy background, ready to bring stability, expertise, and a fresh perspective to their dynamic team.

Job Overview:
As a PR Account Director, you will play a crucial role in steering the company through its next growth phase. Your responsibilities will extend across managing a diverse client portfolio, guiding junior team members, and producing and refining thought leadership content with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate will possess not only the expertise and experience in corporate consultancy PR but also the dedication to contribute to long-term team and client stability.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Direct management of a varied client portfolio in sectors including private debt, trade finance, and emerging technologies like crypto and blockchain.
- Mentorship and oversight of junior team members to foster their professional growth and ensure high-quality client service.
- Creation of opinion pieces and editing tasks, demonstrating exceptional command of industry topics with minimal guidance.

- Proactive engagement in team dynamics and client relationships to uphold the firm's reputation for best-in-class service.

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Proven expertise in corporate consultancy PR, with a capacity to quickly adapt to the consultancy's client portfolio and internal dynamics.
- Demonstrable experience in managing complex client accounts across various sectors, including finance and technology.

- Strong leadership skills, capable of nurturing junior staff and instilling a sense of stability and confidence.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for creating compelling content and refining others' work.

Work Permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Key benefits of this job:

- The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking consultancy at a critical point of growth.
- A dynamic and varied client portfolio that keeps work engaging and challenging.
- A supportive environment that values professional development and long-term career growth.
- Pursuing a career as a PR Account Director within this sector offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the narratives of emerging and established markets alike. This role not only demands a high level of professional expertise but also offers the satisfaction of contributing to the strategic direction of both the consultancy and its diverse clientele. As the industry continues to evolve, the PR Account Director stands at the forefront of innovation, guiding brands through the complexities of the modern media landscape.

In summary, this PR Account Director position represents a unique chance to bring your corporate consultancy PR background to a firm that values long-term commitment and expertise. It's an opportunity to make a significant impact, fostering stability and growth for both the team and the client portfolio.

Please provide evidence of how you meet the Special Knowledge criteria, Experience and Qualifications that are required for the role.

Assistant Director/Consultant in Public Health

Band: 17, Salary: £87,519 - £96,522 p.a.

We welcome applications for full (37 hours) and part-time employment, please indicate how many hours you are applying for.

Working together to shape the great waterfront city

Civic Offices, Portsmouth

Your New Role

Do you have what it takes to make a real difference to health and wellbeing in one of the South’s main cities?

Portsmouth is a great city with a bright future. As part of shaping the great waterfront city, the city council is committed to making Portsmouth a great place for our residents to live and work. The role of Assistant Director/Consultant in Public Health is a senior position within the Public Health Directorate and will report to the Director of Public Health.

In Health and Care Portsmouth, the city has set out a clear direction for future services across the local care system in a challenging financial environment; the overall ambition is to have leadership of the 'place' working within the integrated care system. The Assistant Director/Consultant in Public Health (CPH) will be expected to work in partnership with other teams at the Council and external stakeholder to help deliver this vision and improve outcomes for our residents. This will be achieved by a combination of strategic leadership and the commissioning and / or direct delivery of public health services.

What you will need to succeed

This is a senior role within the Public Health Directorate Management Team and we are looking for a consultant with senior leadership experience who can influence stakeholders to make decisions and policy changes, often in challenging and complex environments.

The post holder will have strategic responsibility for some health improvement, health protection, healthcare, public health areas and public health input into children's, adults and families. The post will be part of the Public Health Directorate and will report to the Director of Public Health for Portsmouth. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly within the public health team and take on other areas dependent on the needs of the population and team.

This is an exciting time for Public Health in Portsmouth. We are working closely with children's and families services, Adult Social Care and with NHS HIOW (ICB) on the 'place' health and wellbeing agenda. There are opportunities to work across the Hampshire, Isle of Wight Integrated Care System (ICS) on Prevention and Health Inequalities, and on areas such as Population Health, Cost of Living and violence reduction. We want to recruit a leader who will shape, lead and drive our public health work plan, supporting our City based public health team to improve the health outcomes for our residents.

What you'll get in return

We really appreciate our employees and fully realise they are essential to our success and look to offer an inclusive, supportive working environment where employees can reach their potentials with a healthy work life balance, offering the following rewards:

• Generous annual leave (27 days per year rising to 31, pro rata for part time hours) with the potential to purchase additional leave.
• A fantastic pension which allows you the opportunity to pay in more for that greater return and potential to remain in the NHS Pension Scheme subject to eligibility.
• We offer flexible working options including hybrid working with a minimum of two days office based per week pro rata, giving you the flexibility to work up to three days at home every week. Hybrid working is dependent on the role and service needs, exact details will be discussed with you at interview.
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities including apprenticeships.
• Extensive wellbeing support through the Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount on travel, travel loans and the bike loan scheme
• Discounts on a wide range of goods and services – access a range of discounts and offers from thousands of restaurants, shops and more.

Staff rewards: https://careers.portsmouth.gov.uk/working-for-the-council/

Application process:

How to apply: To find out more about this pivotal role please review the full job profile (click here) for further details on the post and remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the profile. You may wish to attach an additional letter or document to supplement your application. Please read this alongside the 'How to apply' document on the home page of the careers portal. PLEASE DO NOT JUST SUBMIT A CV.

To view the structure chart please click here.

We are a disability confident employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible and welcome applications from all areas of society.

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

Closing: Sunday 3 November 2024.

Applications received after this may not be considered.

Interview date: Wednesday 19 November 2024.

Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The relevant background checks will be applied before a firm offer of employment is made.

Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children’s Board safer recruitment procedures.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

As part of any recruitment process, Portsmouth City Council collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. Portsmouth City Council is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations under the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

Completing and sending an application in for a vacancy is your consent for us to process your data for the purpose of recruitment. Your data is not used in any other way and you can withdraw your consent at any point in the recruitment process and we will destroy or delete your information.

For more detailed information on what we collect, how we use, store, delete data and your rights you can access a privacy statement on our Job board.

We will email applicants from time to time; please ensure you check e-mail folders as sometimes our e-mails may go into spam/junk folders.

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk.

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Chief Officer,

Legal and Democratic,

North Lanarkshire Council

£115,958 - £120,407

(35 Hours per week)

We are achieving great things that will improve the lives of everyone who live, work in or visit North Lanarkshire. These vital improvements are all part of a programme of major economic regeneration and growth that is already changing the landscape of North Lanarkshire.

As we deliver The Plan for North Lanarkshire and drive transformational change, it is vital that we have effective ongoing systems in place to control, manage and deliver our services to the highest standards of performance, ethics and Best Value. The Chief Officer (Legal and Democratic Services) plays a critical role in the effective legal, political, democratic, governance and information risk and security operations of the Council with a wide range of complex legal and statutory responsibilities which require to be carefully managed.

While delivering considerable change and improvement, we continue working with partners in addressing the significant challenges faced in improving outcomes for the people and communities of North Lanarkshire.

We can only achieve the outcomes required to meet these priorities by being solution focused and working together.

This role is wide-ranging and includes acting as the Council’s Monitoring Officer, Chief Legal Officer, Clerk to the Licencing Board, Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) and Data Protection Officer (DPO) with additional specific operational responsibilities including lead for the Council’s Registrar function; fraud and counter terrorism; and information risk and security.

We have bright and determined people working here, that believe and are engaged in what we do.

If you’re motivated, ambitious and driven by achievement, then come and join us.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Des Murray Chief Executive - North Lanarkshire Council via Adrienne Henry on 07939284602 or at henryad@northlan.gov.uk

We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

We have also adopted the Armed Forces Community Covenant to show our support for service personnel, veterans and their families. We offer a guaranteed interview for service leavers, spouses, reservists and veterans, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

North Lanarkshire Council is committed to #KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description. This is one way North Lanarkshire is demonstrating our commitment to supporting Care-Experienced People.

The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live. The Fair Work Convention’s Framework defines Fair Work as work that offers effective voice, fulfilment, opportunity, respect and security. We believe Fair Work can boost creativity, realise untapped potential and increase productivity. To find out more click on the link.

Alternative Application Packs can be requested in other formats for example, Large Print, Braille, and Audio. To request an alternative Application Pack please phone 01698 403151.

The following link contains our Easy Read documents which will help explain the process and what happens during the selection process: Easy Read – My NL

***PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVS IN PLACE OF THE APPLICATION FORM. TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST ENSURE AN APPLICATION FORM IS SUBMITTED. ANY CV SUBMISSIONS WILL BE DISREGARDED.***

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Director of Public Health to join us!

This is a fixed term (12 month) role with hybrid working, and a salary of £74,572 - £104,159 full-time equivalent per annum. We welcome applicants seeking a full time or part time role (if part time, minimum 0.8 full-time equivalent).

About us:
The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the wider county of Berkshire, one of the most economically productive and innovative areas of the country. The borough council – a unitary authority - takes pride in its exceptional team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about providing quality services to the community. RBWM is a unique borough, with huge opportunity given its proximity to London and expanding business sectors, as well as being a major cultural and tourism area which includes international attractions such as Windsor Castle, Legoland and Ascot Racecourse.

Given our Royal connections, the eyes of the world are often on us and we continue to rise to the challenge.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Deputy Director of Public Health to join our public health team.

The Role:
The RBWM is looking for an experienced Consultant in Public Health / Deputy Director of Public Health to work within their multidisciplinary team for a 12-month fixed term period as Deputy Director of Public Health. The post reports into the Director of Public Health.

Your role will involve:
Leading the development of our Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy (JHWBS).
Make progress towards RBWM’s development of a ‘roadmap’ for becoming a Health in All Policies (HiAP) council.
Provide management and leadership to two Public Health Service Leads and the Senior Public Health Analyst, whose portfolios include NHS Health Checks, Tobacco Control, Drugs and Alcohol, Healthy Living (adults focus), Inclusion Health and Health Intelligence.
The post holder will also deputise for the Director of Public Health.

What we are looking for:
In line with legislation, inclusion in the GMC Full and Specialist Register with a license to practice/GDC Specialist List or inclusion in the UK Public Health Register (UKPHR) for Public Health Specialists at the point of application.
Have 2 or more years’ experience working in a UK public health setting as a Consultant in Public Health or Deputy Director of Public Health. Most of this experience will have been involving health improvement focussed projects.
This is an opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced individual to deliver tangible outcomes, broaden their portfolio experience and may be an attractive opportunity for those seeking experience in a different local authority / aspiring Director / Deputy Director of Public Health.

What we offer:
32 days annual leave
Flexible working including a hybrid working pattern for a better work-life balance.
Generous Local Government Pension scheme includes life cover (3 times of annual salary); and an Additional Voluntary Contribution (AVC) scheme to enhance your pension provision.
Free employee parking close to the offices.
Give As You Earn scheme.
Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and reward innovative achievement.
Employee Assistance Programme providing counselling, advice and information.
Access to discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates: 6th November 2024

If you wish to discuss this position informally, please contact Rebecca Willans, Deputy Director of Public Health on Rebecca.willans@rbwm.gov.uk

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and organisedDirector of Assurance & Cyber Securityto join the Group Digital Services Team at Manchester Foundation Trust (MFT).

TheDirector of Assurance and Cyber Security (and CISO) will be responsible for developing and implementing the Trust’s information Cyber Security strategy in line with the Digital Strategy.

You will form part of a growing, motivated, and supportive team and will be well placed to develop your skills and knowledge.

Provide a clear vision and direction for information and Cyber Security operations, promoting continuous improvement, innovation, and agility in service delivery, whilst working in consultation and collaboration with colleagues across the Trust to ensure that all information and cyber security policies are implemented and enforced.

Responsible for overseeing a range of technical and process security controls and leading a programme of continuous improvement in response to changing security threats and risk.

Leading and developing a specialist team to provide a progressive service developing innovative, future focused information and Cyber Security capabilities that can address the dynamic nature of cyber threats. Providing robust governance and assurance services across the entire IT security portfolio of activities.

The role requires a thorough understanding of the technology underpinning the Trust digital systems, as well as a broad, up-to-date knowledge of information security frameworks, pertinent regulation and legislation, vulnerability management, incident management and response, secure development techniques and approaches, Cyber Security engineering and operations, and management and governance of Cyber risk and Cyber Security.

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification document attached for details of the role and comparison against your skills, experience and knowledge.

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

This is a busy and rewarding role and the postholder requires a thorough understanding of the technology underpinning the Trust digital systems, as well as a broad, up-to-date knowledge of information security frameworks, pertinent regulation and legislation, vulnerability management, incident management and response, secure development techniques and approaches, Cyber Security engineering and operations, and management and governance of Cyber risk and Cyber Security

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification document attached for details of the role and comparison against your skills, experience and knowledge.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team atresourcing@mft.nhs.uk.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!




This advert closes on Sunday 20 Oct 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Assistant Director: Legal and People needed in Newry, £37.61ph PAYE - Reference: RQ1371219

1. Be responsible for the direct line management of employees who report to the post holder, ensuring
that matters relating to performance, attendance and discipline are addressed within agreed timescales
and in accordance with Policies and Procedures.

2. Ensure the timely and accurate completion of relevant electronic or paper-based records relating to
the management and supervision of employees under the control of the post holder, for example time
and attendance returns, return to work interviews, appraisal documentation etc.

3. Lead the development, management and engagement of teams and through effective communication
and performance management; ensure that employees under the management of the post holder:
a. operate within the policies.
b. achieve their objectives and targets in the most efficient and effective manner.
c. work in a corporate and collaborative way with other services across all departments and
directorates.
d. purposively, efficiently and effectively work with the resources available, within the allocated
time and budget.
e. continuously develop within their area of responsibility.
f. establish effective management of their teams.
g. deliver the allocated services and assigned responsibilities in the most efficient, effective and
equitable manner; and
h. deliver their agreed targets.

This is a Full time role on a temporary contract basis

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

This opportunity is ideal for an agency side Account Manager looking to step up to Account Director.

The Opportunity Hub UK is proud to present an exclusive opening for a PR Account Director, a pivotal role designed for a professional ready to make a substantial impact in the corporate consultancy sector.Company Overview:This distinguished consultancy is in the midst of an exciting phase of growth and evolution. With a strong foundation in corporate consultancy PR, the company has built a reputation for excellence, managing a portfolio that spans private debt, trade finance, crypto, and blockchain industries. Recent shifts in team composition have only heightened the firm's commitment to enhancing its service quality and client satisfaction. Now more than ever, they seek a PR Account Director with a profound corporate consultancy background, ready to bring stability, expertise, and a fresh perspective to their dynamic team.

Job Overview:
As a PR Account Director, you will play a crucial role in steering the company through its next growth phase. Your responsibilities will extend across managing a diverse client portfolio, guiding junior team members, and producing and refining thought leadership content with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate will possess not only the expertise and experience in corporate consultancy PR but also the dedication to contribute to long-term team and client stability.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Direct management of a varied client portfolio in sectors including private debt, trade finance, and emerging technologies like crypto and blockchain.
- Mentorship and oversight of junior team members to foster their professional growth and ensure high-quality client service.
- Creation of opinion pieces and editing tasks, demonstrating exceptional command of industry topics with minimal guidance.

- Proactive engagement in team dynamics and client relationships to uphold the firm's reputation for best-in-class service.

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Proven expertise in corporate consultancy PR, with a capacity to quickly adapt to the consultancy's client portfolio and internal dynamics.
- Demonstrable experience in managing complex client accounts across various sectors, including finance and technology.

- Strong leadership skills, capable of nurturing junior staff and instilling a sense of stability and confidence.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for creating compelling content and refining others' work.

Work Permissions:
You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Key benefits of this job:

- The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking consultancy at a critical point of growth.
- A dynamic and varied client portfolio that keeps work engaging and challenging.
- A supportive environment that values professional development and long-term career growth.
- Pursuing a career as a PR Account Director within this sector offers unparalleled opportunities to shape the narratives of emerging and established markets alike. This role not only demands a high level of professional expertise but also offers the satisfaction of contributing to the strategic direction of both the consultancy and its diverse clientele. As the industry continues to evolve, the PR Account Director stands at the forefront of innovation, guiding brands through the complexities of the modern media landscape.

In summary, this PR Account Director position represents a unique chance to bring your corporate consultancy PR background to a firm that values long-term commitment and expertise. It's an opportunity to make a significant impact, fostering stability and growth for both the team and the client portfolio.

A highly regarded full-service law firm are seeking a skilled and motivated Employment Legal Director or Partner to join their office in Southampton. The firm is consistently ranked Top Tier in the legal directories, Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. The firm pride themselves on delivering high-quality legal services to a diverse range of clients, from individuals to businesses of all sizes. Their team of expertise solicitors are committed to providing innovative and practical legal solutions to meet their clients' needs.

As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to work with a broad client base, national and international clients across public, private and third sectors. You will be handing a mix of contentious and non-contentious work primarily supporting Employer clients.

You will be working collaboratively with ranked and award-winning departments within the firm, surrounded by specialist professionals, also recognised for their high-quality services provided, enabling you to achieve great achievements in your career.

They offer excellent opportunities for career development and progression. In addition, competitive salaries, great working environment, and whole host of benefits, including hybrid working.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert advice and guidance to clients on a wide range of employment law issues.
• Conducting negotiations, mediations and settlement discussions on behalf of clients.
• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Advising on disciplinary and grievance matters, redundancy procedures and employment dismissals.
• Staying up-to-date with changes in employment legislation and proactively advising clients on the implications for their business.

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor or Legal Executive with proven experience in employment law.
• Experience in handling both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters.
• Solid understanding of UK employment legislation case law, and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide commercially-focused advice to clients.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbally.
• Competent IT skills.

Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Stephanie Richardson at Search Legal for more information on 07584 104790.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

A global networks and cloud company are looking for a Program Director to join their team to drive the delivery of a Complex Large scale Transformation Programme. This will be looking after multiple projects and reporting to the board.

This will be a 6-month contract paying up to £950 Umbrella with 1 day a week in the London office.

Key skills required

• Strong Program Director level experience
• Excellent leadership skills and Communication
• Experienced of executing large Transformation programmes
• Abe to present clearly and concisely to exec leaders
• Technical background in IT, Security and/or networking - highly desirable
• Able to take highly complex terms and pivot to explain to non-technical teams
• Experience of managing complex RAID's and a team of programme / project managers

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The Job

The Public Accountability, Communications and Engagement directorate's purpose is to:
• ensure NHS staff have the information they need and leadership to make decisions in the best interests of patients and the NHS;
• drive behaviour changes through public campaigns;
• defend the reputation of the NHS and work with external influencers to share accurate information on the NHS priorities and performance;
• lead the communications professions across the NHS.

We are looking for a highly motivated and strategically minded communications leader to take forward the work of the PACE directorate on an interim basis of ten months.

This role is one of the most demanding, exciting and rewarding communications roles in the country, and we welcome applications from high calibre candidates looking to make a positive contribution to how the NHS delivers for patients.

The successful individual will have an excellent understanding of the political, government and media landscape, as well as the latest evidence-based best practice across a range of communications disciplines.

This technical expertise will be in addition to the ability to build, motivate and inspire high performing teams, and provide professional leadership of communications and engagement activity across the wider NHS.

The successful candidate will lead, and be responsible for getting the best from a multi-disciplinary team of communications professionals who support the delivery of NHS England's core objectives and corporate responsibilities. Working with and through that team, they will be expected to oversee sophisticated and strategic handling of a wide range of communications issues, often at rapid pace, with the ability to prioritise effectively.

They will be accountable for the delivery of a broad range of functions and objectives, ensuring that the organisation listens to and is responsive to its stakeholders - including NHS staff, patients and the public - and its outputs are of a consistent high quality and value. This includes:
• overseeing public and Parliamentary accountability through our Parliamentary Hub and Freedom of Information teams;
• planning and executing award-winning multi-media campaigns that support the NHS' main priorities, including building a sustainable workforce and improving early detection rates for cancer;
• galvanising action on key priorities across the organisation and wider health and care landscape through effective internal and corporate communications and stakeholder engagement;
• ensuring staff, patients and the public receive clear and accurate information about NHS services, including through one of the busiest media teams in the country and social media channels; producing content seen over 10 million times every month.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.



NHS England's Public Accountability, Communications and Engagement function sits within the Strategy Directorate. It is one of the busiest communications teams in the country, operating within a fast-moving environment and managing a wide range of high-profile issues affecting the NHS each day, with those issues commanding significant public attention and scrutiny.

Activities delivered by the team include:
• answering Freedom of Information (FoI) requests and parliamentary questions;
• managing communications for major incidents such as COVID-19 and industrial action;
• delivering public facing campaigns including recruiting future NHS staff and supporting appropriate access to health services;
• marketing NHS products such as the NHS App and other digital services and supporting take up and usage of NHS education and training services;
• planning and co-ordinating events and visits;
• internal communications and engagement, working with our HR team;
• managing strategic relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders including Royal Colleges and health and care sector representative organisations;
• handling incoming media queries and proactively pitching and communicating stories that deepen public understanding of the NHS and its activities through all media channels.

The team works on a business partner model, combining national communications teams and embedded regional and Directorate communications teams into a single function.

The role(s) will be accountable to the Chief Strategy Officer who has Executive Group responsibility for communications, policy, strategy, health inequalities and greener NHS but will work closely with other NHS England senior leaders including the Chief Executive and Chair.

Please see job description for additional information.

Key relationships

They will interact frequently with, and provide strategic counsel to, senior NHS England leaders, including the chief executive, chair and other board members, as well as represent the organisation with the most senior stakeholders in government, the wider NHS and elsewhere.

The Director will have line management responsibility for the following national teams:
• Corporate Affairs;
• Public Accountability and External affairs;
• Campaigns and Social Media;
• Strategic Communications;
• NHS Operational Communications.

They will also line manage the Director of Regional and Directorate Engagement who will, in turn, line manage communications colleagues providing embedded support to regional and directorate teams.

In order to maintain the relationship required to be successful in this position, the postholder will need to be frequently present in NHS England's headquarters in London (Waterloo).

See also the attached job description for additional information.
Secondments


Applicants from within the NHS willbe offered on a secondment basis only, agreementshouldbeobtainedfromtheiremployerpriortosubmittingtheapplication.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we needthendon'tdelay,applytoday!Wegetlotsofapplicationsforourrolesandso we sometimeshave toclose our posts early.Don'tmiss out!



This advert closes on Wednesday 25 Sep 2024

NHS England's Public Accountability, Communications and Engagement function sits within the Strategy Directorate. It is one of the busiest communications teams in the country, operating within a fast-moving environment and managing a wide range of high-profile issues affecting the NHS each day, with those issues commanding significant public attention and scrutiny. Activities delivered by the team include: answering Freedom of Information (FoI) requests and parliamentary questions; managing communications for major incidents such as COVID-19 and industrial action; delivering public facing campaigns including recruiting future NHS staff and supporting appropriate access to health services; marketing NHS products such as the NHS App and other digital services and supporting take up and usage of NHS education and training services; planning and co-ordinating events and visits; internal communications and engagement, working with our HR team; managing strategic relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders including Royal Colleges and health and care sector representative organisations; handling incoming media queries and proactively pitching and communicating stories that deepen public understanding of the NHS and its activities through all media channels. The team works on a business partner model, combining national communications teams and embedded regional and Directorate communications teams into a single function. The role(s) will be accountable to the Chief Strategy Officer who has Executive Group responsibility for communications, policy, strategy, health inequalities and greener NHS but will work closely with other NHS England senior leaders including the Chief Executive and Chair. Please see job description for additional information. Key relationships They will interact frequently with, and provide strategic counsel to, senior NHS England leaders, including the chief executive, chair and other board members, as well as represent the organisation with the most senior stakeholders in government, the wider NHS and elsewhere. The Director will have line management responsibility for the following national teams: Corporate Affairs; Public Accountability and External affairs; Campaigns and Social Media; Strategic Communications; NHS Operational Communications. They will also line manage the Director of Regional and Directorate Engagement who will, in turn, line manage communications colleagues providing embedded support to regional and directorate teams. In order to maintain the relationship required to be successful in this position, the postholder will need to be frequently present in NHS England's headquarters in London (Waterloo). See also the attached job description for additional information. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application. If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today! We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out!

Paralegal - Commercial - Chief Executive - Legal
Job description
37 hours per week

We are looking to recruit a motivated and experienced individual to join our Lexcel compliant Directorate. Working within a dedicated team, you will support the Commercial Team by providing a high-quality administrative service that assists with the operation of an efficient and effective service.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a flexible approach to the role, coupled with excellent communication skills. You will have a particular ability in relation to property and highway law. In return you will enjoy flexible working in a supportive environment where you will be treated and developed as a professional. We will give you a competitive salary, contributory final salary pension, personal development opportunities, subsidised parking and leisure facilities, and the chance to contribute and shape the continuous improvement of legal services in Bridgend.

For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Rob Jones, Senior Lawyer on 01656 643476.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

The council’s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.

Closing Date: 25 September 2024

Shortlisting Date: 30 September 2024

Interview Date: 07 October 2024

Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council

Job Description & Person Specification

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Please visit our dedicated campaign site for more information, the job description, contact details for confidential conversations and how to apply at: https://www.york.gov.uk/FeaturedJob/PublicHealthConsultant