Essex County Council

Company Name: Essex County Council
Job Title: Interim Chief Executive Officer - Greater Essex Combined County Authority
Job Description: **Job Title:** Interim Chief Executive Officer **Role Summary:** The interim chief executive will lead the formation and operational readiness of the Greater Essex Combined County Authority. This role requires strategic leadership to translate devolution ambitions into a functional, outcome-focused authority. The incumbent will oversee organizational setup, align stakeholders, and ensure effective execution of devolved responsibilities. **Expectations:** - Deliver strategic leadership during the critical establishment phase. - Shape operational frameworks, governance structures, and culture for long-term success. - Navigate complex political systems while advancing inclusive economic growth and public value. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. Provide end-to-end leadership in launching the interim county authority, including team-building and system alignment. 2. Operationalize devolution agreements, prioritizing community-focused outcomes and public service reform. 3. Manage financial systems, budgets, and statutory obligations for transparency and compliance. 4. Foster collaboration across councils, agencies, and regional partners to align priorities. 5. Advise elected leaders and interim boards on strategic goals, governance, and policy. **Required Skills:** - Senior leadership experience in complex public sector or multi-agency environments. - Proven change management expertise in organizational setup or transformation phases. - Political acumen to engage stakeholders, negotiate shared ownership, and navigate regulatory frameworks. - Strategic vision aligned with devolution principles, inclusive growth, and evidence-based policymaking. - Strong financial governance and resource planning capabilities. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field. - Demonstrated professional certification (e.g., Chartered qualifications) preferred. - Extensive experience in senior executive roles within public sector or devolution-focused organizations.

Essex, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

24-09-2025

Company Name: Essex County Council
Job Title: Seasonal Ceremony Officer
Job Description: **Job Title:** Seasonal Ceremony Officer **Role Summary:** Part‑time, fixed‑term (7‑month) officer responsible for officiating civil marriages, civil partnerships and non‑statutory ceremonies across a broad county area. The role requires high customer service standards, strict compliance with statutory guidelines, and flexibility to travel to venues on Fridays, Saturdays and additional weekdays as needed. **Expectations:** - Availability on all Fridays and Saturdays; additional weekday hours may be required. - Own reliable vehicle for travel between sites; mileage claims accepted. - No independent wedding or funeral officiating during the contract period. - Completion of mandatory assessment and training sessions. **Key Responsibilities:** - Conduct marriage, civil partnership and non‑statutory ceremonies in compliance with General Register Office protocols. - Accurately complete and submit registration documents. - Deliver exceptional customer service to couples and parties at emotional milestones. - Manage travel schedules to cover multiple venues within specified timeframes. - Maintain accurate records and documentation for all ceremonies performed. - Follow up with clients post‑ceremony as required. **Required Skills:** - Excellent verbal and written communication. - Empathy, sensitivity and professionalism when dealing with clients. - Strong organisational and time‑management abilities. - Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing schedules. - Basic administrative skills for record‑keeping and documentation. - Willingness to learn and adhere to statutory and service guidelines. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Minimum secondary education (e.g., GCSEs or equivalent). - Successful completion of authorized Ceremony Officer training (two in‑person days). - Ability to be trained and authorised to conduct civil marriages as per county requirements.

Essex, United kingdom

On site

17-11-2025

Company Name: Essex County Council
Job Title: Interim Legal and Governance Officer - Greater Essex Combined County Authority
Job Description: **Job title** Interim Legal and Governance Officer – Greater Essex Combined County Authority **Role Summary** Provide senior legal and governance support during the set‑up of the Greater Essex Combined County Authority. Deliver expert advice on statutory, regulatory and constitutional matters, develop governance frameworks, oversee compliance and scrutiny functions, and collaborate across public, private and non‑profit sectors to secure investment and funding. **Expectations** - Deliver timely, accurate legal and governance advice to officers and elected members. - Build robust governance processes and documentation, ensuring transparency and accountability. - Foster a high‑integrity organisational culture through partnership building. - Act as the interim Scrutiny Officer, supporting statutory duties and monitoring officer functions. **Key Responsibilities** - Draft, review and negotiate contracts and agreements. - Develop and implement governance frameworks, policy and constitutional documents. - Maintain compliance checks, reporting and assurance within the Assurance Framework. - Support GDPR, data protection and procurement processes. - Advise on risk management, business case development and value‑for‑money outcomes. - Act as designated scrutiny officer for the Authority, ensuring effective oversight. - Build relationships with central and local government, partners, businesses and residents. - Promote high standards of conduct for members and officers. - Embed statutory duties and compliance across the organisation. **Required Skills** - Deep knowledge of local government law, governance and constitutional frameworks. - Expert legal advisory and contract drafting experience. - Political acumen, judgement and stakeholder engagement skills. - Strong analytical, organisational and prioritisation abilities. - Excellent communication and relationship‑building. - Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic, transformational environment. **Required Education & Certifications** - Qualified solicitor (or equivalent legal qualification in the UK). - CPD in legal, governance or public‑sector law. - Experience or training in public‑sector governance, compliance or risk management.

Essex, United kingdom

Hybrid

01-12-2025

Company Name: Essex County Council
Job Title: Data Protection Specialist
Job Description: **Job Title** Data Protection Specialist **Role Summary** Provide expert guidance on Data Protection Act, GDPR, and PERC compliance; lead information governance initiatives, incident response, and improvement projects within an organization. **Expectations** - Serve as first point of contact for data breach management and data handling queries. - Ensure all information governance processes and documentation meet legal and regulatory standards. - Support the Data Protection Officer in strategy, audits, and LGR readiness. **Key Responsibilities** - Maintain data protection registers, logs, and action plans; track and report on projects. - Investigate and manage incidents, risks, and queries; draft and negotiate sharing agreements. - Respond to FOI requests and subject access requests in accordance with statutory timelines. - Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for new projects. - Develop and deliver policies, procedures, training materials, and guidance documents. - Advise stakeholders across the organization on best practices for handling personal data. - Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies to support audit recommendations. **Required Skills** - Strong knowledge of UK Data Protection legislation (Data Protection Act, GDPR, PERC). - Demonstrated experience in information governance, incident management, and risk assessment. - Ability to draft clear policies, procedures, and data sharing agreements. - Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. - Proven customer‑service orientation and ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical audiences. - Proficient in data protection tools and record‑keeping systems. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in law, information management, or related field. - Qualification in GDPR/Data Protection (e.g., CIPP/E, Certified Information Privacy Professional) or equivalent evidence of extensive knowledge.

Colchester, United kingdom

Hybrid

05-12-2025

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