Operational Manager – Democratic Services

Operational Manager – Democratic Services

Salary: £57,839 - £63,420

Location: Barry

Contract type: Permanent

Closing date: 23.06.24

About the Operational Manager role:

Sellick Partnership are working with a local council based in Barry on this exciting opportunity for an Operation Manager to join the Democratic Services team. With this role, you can expect a salary band of between £57,839 - £63,420.

Key responsibilities of the Operational Manager will include:

• Provide strong leadership to diverse teams, guiding them towards excellence and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislative requirements.
• Foster collaborative partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, including effective liaison with Councillors to achieve shared objectives.
• Contribute to the Council's transformation agenda by leveraging innovation and best practices to enhance service delivery.
• Meet the evolving needs of the community with a particular emphasis on improving public participation and engagement.
• Drive initiatives that promote transparency, accountability, and robust governance within the Council.
• Innovative change champion supporting the Council’s ambitions in the delivery of its Transformation agenda.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of residents, while contributing to the overall success and sustainability of the Council. If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for service excellence and a commitment to driving positive change, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Benefits of the Operational Manager will include:

• Flexible working - requests are welcome subject to business needs.
• Hybrid working - the Council works on a hybrid basis.
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with the option to have Shared Cost AVCs.
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional annual leave.
• One day a year Volunteering Opportunity within the Local Community.
• Development – Access to learning and development as part of the network of Heads of Democratic Services and other public sector organisations.

How to apply for the Operational Manager role:

The closing date for the Operational Manager is Sunday 23 June 2024. If you are interested and would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, or would like to find out more, please contact Natalie Atherall at Sellick Partnership for more information.