Southend-on-Sea is one of the UK’s newest cities with a Council vision to innovate, embrace connection and seek opportunity. As our new Director of People and Transformation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our future organisation.

Help us build a sustainable, joined up offer we can be proud of that’s easy to access for our residents, visitors and partners. We understand that finances across local government are challenging, but we will not let this diminish our ambition to continually improve outcomes for the people in our city. We are looking for someone who can work strategically and ensure delivery of our major transformation and people programmes, build alliances and relationships across the organisation and inspire and create excitement about the future. 

If this feels like an exciting proposition, then contact Simon Winspear at our recruitment partners Hays Executive on 07525 466 357 or visit our microsite 

https://webmicrosites.hays.co.uk/web/southend-on-sea-dpt 

Southend-on-Sea City Council is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in employment, and we welcome applications from all members of the community.

We would particularly like to encourage applications from individuals from a multi-ethnic background, who are currently under-represented at a senior level within our organisation. At Southend, we strive to create a workplace that reflects our city, where everyone is valued and empowered to be themselves. 

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.