Joint Strategy, Policy and Insight Manager
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Are you ready to inspire and lead a dynamic policy team across two councils at an exciting time for local government?
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Strategy, Policy and Insight manager to join the team at Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils. This is a great opportunity to build and shape teams that will drive strategic planning, policy development, and research activities across both councils, while also working on high-profile policy matters like local government reorganisation.
In this role you will act as the lead officer on strategy and policy, insight and intelligence, integrated service planning, performance and risk management. You will manage, develop and deliver an effective strategy, policy and insight function, working closely with key stakeholders to develop and articulate organisational priorities, and develop strategies, policies and partnerships to achieve organisational objectives.
The successful candidate will be proactive and self-motivated, with demonstrative experience of working successfully in a complex public sector policy and/or insight environment, delivering a range of strategy, policy and insight initiatives. You will hold substantial knowledge of the local government policy environment, strategic and corporate planning, performance management and insight. Your ability to manage teams effectively, build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and communicate clearly and effectively will be key to your success, as will the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
The role is based in Guildford and Waverley’s offices in Guildford and Godalming. Hybrid working is also available.
The role is offered at 37 hours per week on a full time, permanent basis.
This is politically restricted post.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Luke Harvey, Assistant Director for Strategy and Corporate Services on 01483 444 829.
We do not accept CVs without a completed application form. No agencies please.
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on Monday 28 July 2025
Interview date: week commencing 4 August 2025 (at Millmead, Guildford)
About us -
In return for your valued contribution, we can offer you a competitive benefits package which includes hybrid working and agile working policies, training and development opportunities, generous annual leave and flexi time, free onsite parking, an employee assistance scheme and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time and right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.
Salary range
- £63,580 - £68,572 per year