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Merton is London’s best-kept secret, with beautiful open spaces, great transport links, ambitious plans for improving quality of life in the borough and an unmatched sporting heritage. We off er structured career progression and a real focus on enabling positive change through ambitious management and leadership.

We are Merton United – One Borough, One Team

Shape the future of parking in one of London’s most ambitious boroughs. As Head of Parking Services you will lead a high-profile, income-generating service spanning 367kms of highway and 13 car parks across the borough, managing a team of 100+ people and a £24m+ operation. This is a career-defining with real political visibility, driving transformation and placing our customers at the centre of decision-making.

We are looking for a strategic, commercially astute leader who thrives in complexity and can deliver a modern, data-driven service which makes tangible differences every day to the lives of residents.

We are a dynamic and thriving borough, offering a unique blend of urban and green spaces, with Wimbledon’s world-renowned tennis courts and bustling local high streets. As part of our team, you’ll be joining an organisation that is driven by our shared values and commitment to the future of Merton.

We offer a competitive salary and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, excellent holiday entitlement and flexible working.

There are great transport links to the Civic Centre, with the Morden Northern Line Underground Station very close by, with travel into central London taking just 25 minutes. We are also a 10-minute walk from Morden Road Tram Stop and both Morden South and South Merton Railway Stations.

We are an excellent and fair employer that celebrates and values diversity. A place where you can be your best self at work, where you are listened to and supported to flourish and develop your career.

Company: London Borough of Merton

Salary: £93,102 - £101,565 per annum inclusive

Location: Merton, London (Greater)

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Highways

Job Role: Head of Service