Lead – Innovation Partnerships and Delivery

Role Overview

• Leading the design and delivery of the QEOP Adoption Lab, from strategic case through to implementation
• Building and managing high-value partnerships across public, private and academic sectors
• Securing funding and investment to support innovation initiatives and long-term sustainability
• Convening and shaping the QEOP Innovation Board, driving a shared agenda for the District
• Coordinating complex, multi-organisation programmes and aligning stakeholders around common goals
• Translating ambitious ideas into structured, deliverable programmes with clear outcomes and impact
• Supporting senior leadership with strategic insight, briefings and engagement
• Please note: applications must include both a CV and a supporting written statement. CVs submitted without a supporting statement will not be accepted.

Requirements

• Significant experience developing and delivering cross-sector partnerships (public–private–academic)
• A track record of turning collaboration into tangible programmes, not just ideas
• Strong political awareness and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes
• Commercial acumen, including experience securing funding or developing sustainable models
• Confidence working with senior leaders across sectors
• Experience in innovation, placemaking, economic development or public service transformation
• Please submit a supporting written statement (no more than 900 words) outlining how your skills and professional experience meet the requirements set out in the Job Specification. You must also attach your CV for reference.

Benefits

• The probationary period for this post is for 3 months. Upon successful completion of the probation period, confirmation of employment will be given, and the notice period will be 3 months.
• This is a **fixed term **role for a period of 12 months.
• This is** full time** position, working 37 hours per week.
• All employees are eligible to join our pension scheme, which is provided by the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual leave entitlement is 32 days per year, plus bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time employees. The LLDC leave year runs from 1st April until 31st March and the entitlement will be pro-rata from the individual’s start date.
• To align with LLDC’s objectives, we offer 3 fully compensated volunteer days (pro-rata for part-time employment) providing all staff with the opportunity to serve the community in which they live in.
• LLDC can provide employees with an interest-free loan to purchase a season ticket for travel to and from work. Loans are available for the actual cost of the ticket up to a maximum value of £5,000.
• LLDC employees are eligible for a discounted gym membership at the Copper Box Arena and free membership at the London Aquatics Centre. Employees can enjoy the use of both state-of-the-art gyms and swimming facilities for £15 per month.
• Benenden is our healthcare service, which gives employees the opportunity to obtain consultations without having to wait on NHS waiting lists.
• LLDC offers employees a loan of up to £1,000 to purchase a bike and equipment through our cycle to work partner www.cyclescheme.co.uk
• Brilliant and engaged employee networks to join, including the LGBTQ+ network, Race, Culture and Equity network and Inclusive Access and Disability network.