Service Director Strategy and Change

Location: Shropshire (with flexible and hybrid working arrangements) Grade & Salary: C4 - £103.609.63 - £109.252.32 Contract: Fixed Term Contract – 12 months Accountable to: Executive Management Team Are you a strategic leader passionate about driving change in local government? Shropshire Council is looking for a Service Director – Strategy and Change to join our Leadership Board. What You’ll Do Strategically lead the development and delivery of a new Shropshire Plan, including the Improvement Plan, Partnership Plan and People Plan Lead the Programme Management Office (PMO) and deliver high-impact change projects Provide expert advice to align services with our vision and priorities Build strong relationships with Members, partners, and stakeholders at all levels Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and evidence-based decision-making Ensure robust governance, financial management, and performance monitoring Oversee key strategies in communications, organisational design, business intelligence, and public engagement About You Senior leadership experience in strategic planning, change, commissioning, and service delivery Proven ability to manage large budgets and deliver results in complex environments Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills Experience in policy development, programme management, and partnership working Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement Degree or professional qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline Why Shropshire Council? We’re committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive, and empowered workforce. You’ll help shape the future of our organisation and make a real difference to our residents. We offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave, flexible working, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. How to Apply For more information, please visit our careers page. To apply for the role please submit an up-to-date CV and no more than 2 sides of A4 expressing why you would be the right candidate for the role. Shropshire Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Location: Shropshire, UK, GB

Posted Date: 11/13/2025