Corporate Director of Resources

About The Role

Are you prepared to make a real difference? Are you ready to help guide one of London's most vibrant and forward thinking boroughs as it serves its community?

Islington is a vibrant, diverse inner London borough, home to over 225,000 residents. We are committed to working together for a more equal future - one where everyone has a chance to thrive. Our ambition for our communities is matched by our drive for innovation and excellence.

Corporate Director of Resources - Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Resources Directorate, overseeing Finance, Human Resources, Resident Services, Revenues and Benefits, Information Governance and Digital Services.
• Act as lead advisor for Finance, HR, Health, Safety and Wellbeing, Digital, Customer Services, Resident Experience, Pensions, Insurance, Audit, Fraud and Risk, and serve as the Council's Section 151 Officer.
• Drive the development and delivery of key strategies, including the Digital Strategy, Workforce Strategy and Medium Term Financial Planning, ensuring long term stability and sustainability.
• Champion innovation and transformation, challenging the status quo and leading service redesign to meet the evolving needs of our residents and the future resource base of the council.
• Ensure robust risk and assurance frameworks with strong internal controls and compliance across all areas.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and best value, using technology to transform services, deliver savings and enhance outcomes for residents.
• Represent Islington Council externally, building strong partnerships and public relations.

What We're Looking For - Qualifications and Experience

We are looking for a strategic and ambitious leader with a proven track record of leading and creating strong financial resilience, coupled with a proven track record of delivering transformational change.

• Demonstrate the ability to work with and secure the confidence of Members.
• Drive innovation and solutions within our organisations coupled with strong governance and a dedication to public service.
• Champion this purpose and our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring opportunities for all colleagues and residents in Islington.

Our Offer to You - Benefits and Working Conditions

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service.
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work life balance, as well as a 35 hour working week.
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential.
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum.
• Excellent local government pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships.
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

Workforce Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything we do.

We maintain a zero tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone's identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.

Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.

Pre Employment Checks

• Proof of address
• Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
• Satisfactory references
• Occupational Health clearance
• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Disability Confident Scheme

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

Contact Information

Questions or confidential discussion? Please contact Jaya Patel, HR Customer Transactions Manager on or email .

Note to Recruitment Agencies - We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.