Executive Director of Prosperity and Place

East Riding of Yorkshire Council
£148,775 – 159,480
Hackney

East Riding of Yorkshire offers an exceptional quality of life alongside a strong sense of community. From its stunning coastline and rolling countryside to its historic market towns and thriving rural communities, the area combines natural beauty with opportunity. The Council plays a vital role in supporting residents, businesses and schools across this unique region and is committed to delivering high-quality, forward-thinking services that make a real difference to people’s lives.

THE ROLE

As Executive Director of Prosperity and Place, you will lead one of the Council’s largest directorates, bringing together all of the levers for place, development and growth under one roof. The portfolio spans planning, economic growth, housing, transport, public protection, streetscene services, infrastructure, facilities, culture and customer services, with all services delivered in-house. As a member of the Corporate Leadership Team, you will shape the Council’s strategic direction and act as its lead ambassador for place-based prosperity, positioning the East Riding as a competitive, investment-ready part of the UK economy.

The Council is entering a period of transformation under a refreshed leadership structure, with a clear ambition to strengthen partnerships, attract and secure investment, and shape the places that residents and businesses call home. You will act as Lead Officer for the operational elements of the emerging Mayoral Combined Authority, ensuring alignment of place-based priorities and programmes. Your leadership will be instrumental in unlocking the potential of the East Riding’s diverse coastal, rural and urban communities, securing involvement in national growth and infrastructure programmes, and forging influential relationships with government, industry and investors at a regional, national and international level.

Customer satisfaction across place-based services is high, and residents judge the Council in large part by the quality of the environment they live in. The challenge is to maintain that excellence while navigating a reducing budget and reviewing alternative delivery models. This is a role for a senior officer who can lead large multidisciplinary services at scale and champion a culture of pace and delivery.

INFORMATION

For further details, please click below for the link to the council's webpage, role profile and structure chart, or for more information please contact Tim Farr on 07756 293292 or tim.farr@starfishsearch.com

Role Profile     Employee Specification     Structure Chart     CLICK HERE
Timeline

Closing date: 17th May 2026

Longlist meeting: 22nd May 2026

Preliminary interviews (virtual): 26th May 2026

Assessment centre (in person): 9th June 2026

Shortlist meeting: 2nd July 2026

Final panels: 13th July 2026

How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides of A4).
  • A supporting statement (no more than three sides of A4) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.

If our client is a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and you would like to apply under the scheme, please state that clearly at the top of your supporting statement, along with any adjustments you require to be made if invited for interview.

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