Strategy and Partnerships Lead (Project) 12 weeks London Hybrid £500 per day (Inside IR35) Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of major corporate and cross-cutting strategies Produce high-quality reports, briefings, presentations and strategic documents for senior leaders and elected Members Use data, research, resident insight and policy analysis to inform strategic decision-making Monitor national and regional policy developments and produce options appraisals and recommendations Support the development of corporate priorities, transformation programmes and financial sustainability objectives Engage and influence senior stakeholders, government departments, partner organisations and sector networks Work collaboratively with residents, Members, services and external partners to shape future policy direction Drive innovation and contribute to organisational change and improvement initiatives Translate complex policy and strategic issues into clear, actionable recommendations Provide mentoring and line management support to a Strategy Lead Manage multiple strategic projects and competing priorities effectively Essential Experience Significant experience leading strategy development within a complex public sector environment Strong understanding of local government, public policy and public service reform Experience producing strategic reports and briefings for Executive Directors, Cabinet Members, Chief Executives or equivalent senior ..... full job details .....