Ealing Council have an exciting new opportunity as Deputy Head of Cabinet Office available on a full time working pattern basis. Ealing has a strong and dynamic political leadership team that are committed to delivering excellent public services for the borough whilst be at the cutting edge of policy innovation across the local government and wider public sector. This role sits at the heart of the political leadership of the council supporting cabinet members in delivering their vision for the borough.

The role:

The Deputy Head of Cabinet Office manages the direct support to cabinet members as well as taking a leadership role in the wider function of the cabinet office team. The postholder will ensure co-ordination of the crosscutting support that is offered to all cabinet members. They will also ensure that cabinet members priorities and policies are reflected across the organisation and ensuring all cabinet level communications are consistent and reflect the overall strategic message of the administration.

As the Deputy head of cabinet office you will:

• To be responsible for the management of the Cabinet Office in the absence of the head of cabinet office.
• To line manage and develop the cabinet support officers.
• To provide strategic advice and support to the Cabinet on key issues affecting the council.
• To work with Cabinet, Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) and colleagues within Strategy & Change to ensure a forward communications plan aligned to the administration’s narrative and priorities.