Project Lead - Neighbourhood Strategy

Interim Project Lead – Neighbourhood Strategy

Based in London

Length: 6 months initially

IR35 status: Outside

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Lead to support the strategic development and expansion of a cross-council neighbourhood programme. This role will lead the development of a business case, facilitate multi-agency collaboration, and drive key workstreams that support better outcomes for local communities.

Key Responsibilities of the Project Lead for Neighbourhood Strategy:

· Drive the development of a robust business case to support expansion of neighbourhood-based services across housing, employment, health, and social care

· Lead multiple workstreams that contribute to the strategy, including data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and identification of priority populations and geographies

· Engage with senior leadership and stakeholders across the council and third sector to align strategies and ensure collective ownership

· Develop strategic recommendations and implementation options based on insight, demand analysis, and lessons learned from similar previous initiatives

· Provide leadership and coordination across council departments to embed a whole-system, community-focused approach

· Facilitate workshops, governance reporting, and alignment with political leadership

Skills, experience and knowledge required of the Project Lead for Neighbourhood Strategy:

· Strong track record of project and programme management, ideally within local government, public sector reform or the third sector

· Proven ability to lead strategy development, business case preparation, and cross-organisational collaboration

· Understanding of neighbourhood-based service delivery and alignment with NHS models

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact Kileigh Walsh on the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to localgov@venngroup.com

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