Head of Corporate Services – West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking professional to join West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service as our Head of Corporate Services.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service are undertaking a significant phase of transformation through local government reorganisation and devolution, positioning ourselves to operate under the Sussex & Brighton Strategic Authority.

This transition presents a strategic opportunity to strengthen our organisational capability, enhance resilience, and ensure we are equipped to meet the evolving risks and expectations of our communities.

About the Job

This pivotal senior leadership role provides strategic direction, professional leadership, and operational oversight across a range of critical corporate functions that support the effective delivery of our services to communities across West Sussex.

Working with the Director of Fire & Rescue Service, you will support the delivery of the Service’s strategic priorities, statutory obligations and continuous improvement programme as well as support the Fire and Rescue Service Transition and its Community Risk Management Plan.

The postholder will lead and drive excellence across the following areas:

• Organisational Governance
• Performance, Insight and Data
• Finance, Procurement and Contract Management
• HR Business Partnering, Professional Standards and Organisational Change
• Legal Services

Ready to lead at the highest level? If you are a strategic candidate with the credibility to influence senior leaders and elected members, and a proven track record of leading teams through change to deliver results, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping governance, finance, workforce, legal and performance services that make a real difference.

For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Sabrina Pennington-Down at  Sabrina.Pennington-Down@westsussex.gov.uk

For issues or queries regarding your application please contact Rosa.Siracusa@westsussex.gov.uk .

Click apply below, upload your CV and cover letter.

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• Outline your motivations for applying.
• Explain the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the attached job description).

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