Luton Council, Corporate Director, Population Wellbeing

Salary: £137,600 - £150,682 + £4,515 Car Benefit 

If you are a strategic leader, that has a track record of working in partnership making a considerable difference in more deprived areas we would like to hear from you.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Corporate Director will provide leadership across a diverse portfolio including Housing, Adult Social Care, Public Health, and Customer & Organisational Development. This role is central to delivering the Council’s ambitious 2040 vision: a town where residents live happy and healthy lives, and businesses thrive in a vibrant economy. No one lives in poverty.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide strategic direction, drive innovation, and lead transformation across the organisation. You will work collaboratively with elected members, senior officers, and external partners to ensure that services are responsive, inclusive, and aligned with the needs of Luton’s diverse communities. You will also play a key role in shaping policy, securing funding, and delivering high-performing services that meet statutory obligations.

This role requires a proven track record of achievement at a senior level, with experience in strategic management, transformation programmes, and partnership working. You will be a visible and inspirational leader, capable of managing complex services and motivating teams to deliver excellence. Your ability to navigate political and community sensitivities, influence stakeholders, and champion equity and inclusion will be essential.

As Corporate Director, you will be responsible for ensuring that services are modern, efficient, and future-ready. You will lead the Council’s approach to safeguarding, health surveillance, and community engagement, while also contributing to emergency planning and climate change initiatives. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering better outcomes for residents and fulfilling the Council’s corporate parenting responsibilities.

If you are ready to lead with purpose, drive meaningful change, and make a lasting impact in a dynamic and ambitious local authority, we invite you to apply. 

For further information and to download a candidate briefing pack, click the link: below:

Candidate Briefing Pack

For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

Carol Coyle - 07500 887849 or email: carol.coyle@penna.com

Amin Aziz – 07709 514141 or email: amin.aziz@penna.com

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