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As Strategic Lead Fire and Police Transfers, you will play a central role in one of the most significant public service programmes in the West Midlands. You will support WMCA to take on new responsibilities for fire and police governance under the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, shaping how change is delivered safely, lawfully and with public confidence. You will work closely with senior leaders across WMCA, emergency services and partner organisations, operating at the intersection of strategy, governance and delivery. You will have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution to public safety and public service innovation.
Job Responsibility:
Supporting Senior Responsible Owners with programme direction, governance and delivery assurance
Leading and servicing programme governance arrangements, including boards, reporting and assurance processes
Coordinating activity across WMCA directorates and partners, including policy, legal, HR, finance, IT, estates and communications
Identifying, managing and escalating programme risks, issues and dependencies
Overseeing readiness planning for the transfer of staff, assets, liabilities and operational responsibilities
Monitoring progress and milestones to ensure the fire transfer is operational by potentially 2027 and the police transfer is prepared for 2028
Supporting operational continuity and service resilience throughout the transition
Preparing and presenting reports to internal boards, partners and government departments
Supporting financial planning, budget management and value for money
Ensuring equality, diversity, inclusion and public sector values are embedded throughout the programme
Requirements:
Experience of leading complex programmes involving multiple organisations and stakeholders
A proven ability to work effectively in matrixed environments across organisational boundaries
Experience of governance, organisational change or public service innovation/reform programmes
Strong risk management skills and sound professional judgement
Excellent communication, influencing and relationship building skills
The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work at pace
An understanding of public sector governance
Awareness of statutory obligations, including employment law, public safety and equality duties
Knowledge of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, or the ability to develop this quickly
What we offer:
Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
EV car benefit scheme
Healthcare plans
Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA
Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions and loads of extra benefits and discounts
Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses