Supporting the business, Shaping the future  

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here.

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

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The Post

This is a high profile post which provides strategic support and advice to ensure the effective operation and development of Brent’s commercial housing companies, i4B Holdings Ltd and First Wave Housing Ltd.

The successful candidate will work at the centre of the Council and play an important role in developing and delivering the Council’s company portfolio. The role is responsible for working closely with company boards as well as teams across the council and externally which provide services to the companies. It is also responsible for managing risks and issues, developing business plans, policies and other reports and ensuring good governance is in place to support the council’s commercial companies.

The Person

Do you have experience of working with and providing advice to company boards or similar groups?

Do you have experience of managing risks, performance and delivery?

Do you have experience of compiling and drafting board papers and reports?

Do you have experience of managing projects and working with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels?

Do you share our vision and passion for innovative ways of working and great service delivery?

If so, you could be the perfect match for this exciting and career-enhancing opportunity and we welcome your application.

Closing date: 02 February 2022 at 23:00

Additional Information 

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.

Brent has a positive approach to flexible working.

As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on recruitment@brent.gov.uk.

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position.

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