Civic Campus Director

A dynamic local council, recognized as one of the leading innovators in West London, is actively seeking a dedicated Civic Campus Director to oversee the regeneration of a prestigious West London Borough
Role: Civic Campus Director
Daily Rate: Umbrella £700 -£800 per day
Full Time: Monday to Friday - Open to Part-time for exceptional candidates
Location: 2 -3 Days per week on-site with the project team rest will be WFH 
Unveiling the Role:
Join the council's senior management team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the newly created Civic Campus! As a key member, you'll collaborate with Members and various services to transform the Town Hall and King Street into a bustling destination, complete with events, a cinema, and retail offerings. Your leadership will drive positive cultural change, embody council values, and empower staff for success. Be a part of curating a space that thrives and ensures the Civic Campus reaches its full potential. Join us and contribute to a dynamic, forward-thinking team!
About the Role:
Leadership and Strategy:
Establish and lead the entire operational and management team at the Civic Campus.
Provide leadership and strategic guidance, directing the pre-'go live' period and ensuring readiness for staff return.
Placemaking and Activation:
Bring a placemaking perspective, oversee the curatorial role, and lead outreach to other organizations.
Develop and activate the placemaking strategy, ensuring the campus is operational by Spring 2024.
Stakeholder Management and Income Generation:
Liaise with various stakeholders, including Members, internal departments, partners, and commercial lessees.
Manage venue and property teams, aiming for revenue targets and maximizing net income.
Relationship Building and Compliance:
Foster positive relationships with Members, resident forums, and key stakeholders.
Ensure staff compliance with policies, emphasizing health and safety, data protection, equality, and diversity.
Financial Management and Inclusion:
Monitor and control division budgets, emphasizing cost controls and income maximization.
Promote equality and inclusion across all service provisions.
About You:
Leadership and Creativity:
Strategic thinker and inspirational leader with influencing skills.
Pursues creative solutions to complex problems and challenges inequality.
Communication and Confidence:
Exhibits confidence, emotional engagement, and evidence of influencing key stakeholders.
Applies judgment in managing risk, supporting the vision of an inclusive, vibrant Civic Campus.
Adaptability and Resilience:
Demonstrates clear leadership in uncertain situations, adapts to change, and exhibits personal growth.
Proven ability to manage uncertainty and ambiguity, fostering resilience in oneself and others.
Experience and Relationship Building:
Track record of senior management, service transformation, and continuous improvement.
Builds positive relationships with senior colleagues, politicians, and stakeholders, translating political vision into strategic direction.
Education and Financial Acumen:
Educated to degree level or equivalent, with evidence of continuous professional development.
Strong financial acumen, reasoning, and experience with large budgets; identifies efficiency savings through effective financial planning
Don't delay! These roles are moving quickly, and the spotlight is already on. Ensure your CV takes center stage, as we are actively reviewing continuous applications.
Consultant: Imran Makda