Job Details
Head of Transport Strategy & Programmes
PO: Starting salary £,pa rising in yearly increments to £, pa incl. LW
About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over , residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Team:
You’ll be leading an experienced, dynamic, sector leading team responsible for driving forward a range of ambitious infrastructure and behaviour change programmes. We have a fantastic track record in developing ground breaking policy, such as our , and in working with colleagues across the Council to shape, sponsor and deliver changes to our streets that deliver equitable, healthy, sustainable outcomes for our residents. We are a sociable, creative team with a strong work ethic. Our work can be challenging, and we take special care of staff and their well-being, offering ample scope for personal development.
About the Role:
You will be responsible for planning and co-ordinating our transformative Healthy Neighbourhoods programme, re-imagining our streets and spaces to make them ‘fit for the future’, prioritising people over traffic, safety over speed and delivering fairer, more accessible places. Working closely with the climate change team and others, you will provide great leadership, playing a leading role in the de-carbonisation of our borough, delivering on the Council’s climate, transport and health priorities.
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Simon Phillips - Simon Phillips Assistant Director Sustainable Growth and Climate Change Response, Email: SP
To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the criteria marked with ‘A’ on the person specification.
You must upload a Supporting Statement and CV to be considered for this role.
Closing date: Sunday th August at :pm
We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV and personal statement.
At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations,