Programme Director/Director of TransitionLocation: Sussex
Contract: Contract (9 month initial)
Rate: 800 - 850 Per Day Umbrella
Start date: Flexible
Hybrid
Contact: (url removed)
Job DescriptionService Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Sussex for a
Director of Transition to lead the creation of a new Mayoral Combined County Authority (MCCA). This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering a complex, high-impact transition programme in collaboration with three upper-tier authorities. The successful candidate will play a central role in driving strategic change, building strong cross-sector relationships, and establishing the governance and operational framework for the new authority. This is an exciting opportunity to influence long-term regional transformation at a senior level within local government.
Main responsibilities - Lead the development and delivery of a high-profile programme to establish the new Mayoral Combined County Authority (MCCA) across Sussex.
- Drive collaboration and alignment across three upper-tier authorities, building a strong culture of trust while respecting individual sovereignties.
- Engage and influence key stakeholders, including Government departments, local businesses, and community groups, ensuring inclusive and transparent communication.
- Oversee governance, compliance, and financial management, ensuring legal, regulatory, and budgetary responsibilities are met throughout the transition.
- Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering an inclusive, collaborative environment focused on achieving long-term, sustainable change.
Candidate Requirements- Extensive senior-level experience in programme or organisational development within local government or the wider public sector, with a proven ability to lead complex transitions or start-ups.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of building collaborative relationships across local authorities, Government, and diverse partners.
- In-depth understanding of governance, compliance, and financial management in a local government context, including experience managing large budgets.
- Relevant qualifications, such as a postgraduate or management qualification (Level 6/7) and evidence of continued professional development.
- Strategic thinker and problem solver, with excellent communication skills and the ability to foster a shared culture of trust, delivery, and innovation across organisational boundaries.
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Miraj at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Service Care Solutions also offers a 250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive 250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.
