Strategy and Policy Lead

Are you passionate about shaping the future of local government? Do you thrive on turning complex policy into practical action? Broadland District Council and South Norfolk Council are seeking a Strategy and Policy Lead to join our Individuals and Families Department.

About the Role

As a Strategy and Policy Lead for the department, you'll be at the heart of strategic thinking and planning across both councils. You'll work closely with senior leaders, councillors, and partners to ensure we remain ahead of national and regional policy developments, while driving forward our strategies and plans.

This is a role for someone who can see the bigger picture, translate policy into action, and inspire collaboration across diverse teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, monitor and evaluate national policy issues and opportunities where South Norfolk and Broadland can contribute to and shape direction.
• Co-ordinate responses to external policy consultations and support the implementation of polices which affect the Councils.
• Research, develop, write and deliver high level and deep dive strategic and analytical documents, drawing on intelligence from across the Councils and external organisations.
• Support the development, implementation and review of departmental strategies and policies, supporting and advising on policy matters.
• Ensure that Equalities and Community Impact Assessments are completed as part of the development of/review of policies and strategies and otherwise as required.
• Work collaboratively to translate identified opportunities for service development into evidence based proposals and support implementation.
• 4-year strategic planning process on behalf of Individuals and Families, in year delivery planning process and associated engagement plans.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Experience writing reports for different audiences.
• Ability to understand and apply national government policy and public affairs.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical and evaluation skills.
• Ability to build relationships at all levels and drive delivery.
• IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience running effective workshops.
• A collaborative, customer-focused, and entrepreneurial mindset.

Our Values

We're looking for someone who embodies our One Team Values:

• Passionate and flexible
• Trustworthy and respectful
• Customer focused
• Collaborative
• Bold thinker
• Entrepreneurial and commercial

Closing Date: Monday 29th June 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 9th July/Monday 13th July 2026

Why Join Us?

We offer flexible working hours for most office-based roles, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. As part of our team, you will enjoy a range of employee benefits, including free onsite parking, employee discounts, a competitive holiday allowance, wellbeing initiatives, and the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme.

You will be joining a progressive and supportive organisation that is committed to making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

The Councils reserve the right to close any and all vacancies at any time if there is judged to be a sufficient number of applications received.

South Norfolk and Broadland Councils are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and all applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate checks for the position, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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