Strategy & Partnerships Lead

We are seeking an interim Strategy & Partnerships Lead to play a hands-on role in coordinating this work and ensuring the council’s strategic priorities translate into clear delivery plans and partnership activity. Key responsibilities * Lead development of the council’s next Council Delivery Plan (CDP). * Support the refresh of the corporate strategy in the context of the election and potential new administration. * Coordinate strategic planning activity across departments. * Strengthen and manage relationships with key borough and regional partners. * Initiate and support policy-led change activity linked to the emerging Target Operating Model and transformation programme. * Produce strategic briefings and analysis to support senior leadership decision making. We are looking for someone who * Has strong experience in corporate strategy, policy or planning. * Is comfortable operating in a politically aware environment. * Can move between strategy and practical delivery. * Has strong stakeholder management and influencing skills. * Brings a structured, hands-on approach to driving strategic work forward