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Stevenage is a town with bold ambitions. As the UK’s first New Town, our legacy of innovation, community, and progress continues to shape a forward-looking vision for inclusive growth and transformation. With over £1 billion in regeneration already underway – and a Corporate Plan focused on Making Stevenage Even Better – this is a rare opportunity to lead high-impact change in a place with genuine ambition.

We are now seeking a new member to join our leadership team as a Strategic Director to lead planning, regeneration, and wider place-based services. Reporting to our Chief Executive, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the town – working alongside Members, partners, and communities to deliver change that is sustainable, inclusive, and locally grounded.

A key priority will be leveraging existing relationships with partners across business, academia, education, and the third sector to develop compelling, collaborative, and viable bids that attract investment, unlock further funding, and deliver major regeneration.

We are therefore looking for a strategic, outward-facing leader with credibility, energy, and vision. You will be skilled at building trusted relationships across public, private, and voluntary sectors, and comfortable navigating the political complexities of local government. You will also bring a strong track record in leading regeneration or place-based change, and a commitment to delivering growth that benefits all parts of the community.

This is more than a regeneration role. It is a chance to shape the future of place and community in a town with the vision, partnerships, and leadership to make it happen.

For a confidential conversation, please contact our consultants at Penna: Andy Tromans – andrew.tromans@penna.com 07805 226301 Bruna Varante – bruna.varente@penna.com 07539 070615

For more information, please visit: https://www.stevenage.gov.uk/strategic-director

Closing Date: 12 October 2025.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.