Our mission is to improve the lives of Exeter residents, delivering the best possible value while providing opportunities, enhancing life chances, and driving sustainable economic development. We aim to build on the tangible progress we’ve made in recent months through our transformation, and this is a pivotal time for positive change in the City. Strengthening our local economy, alongside our communities and stakeholders, is central to everything we do, forming the core of our commitment to making a meaningful impact on our citizens' quality of life. We are seeking passionate, innovative, and driven senior leaders who understand what excellence looks like and have the confidence to make informed, evidence-based decisions that benefit Exeter and its communities.

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving HR excellence and fostering an inclusive workforce? Exeter City Council is on the lookout for a highly skilled and experienced Head of Service to join our Operational Management Board, providing strategic and operational leadership for our HR, Workforce Planning, and Organisational Development functions. In this role, you’ll oversee key areas such as EDI, workforce health and safety, and payroll, while spearheading a proactive approach to recruitment and retention. As part of our Operational Management Board, you’ll champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, ensuring that our HR strategies align with our corporate goals. If you are a HR professional with a track record of managing complex HR functions and are committed to enhancing our workforce, we’d love to hear from you.

For an informal and confidential discussion please contact our retained consultants: Kelly Ridely on 07709 512415 or Kelly.Ridley@penna.com and Amin Aziz on 07709 514141 or Amin.Aziz@penna.com

For more information, please click on the apply button and visit the website.

Closing date: 17^th October 2024.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.