Director of Growth

Interim Director of Growth

Location: North West (Hybrid Working)

Contract: 9-Months ongoing (extension likely)

Rate: Circa £1000 per day

Are you a transformational senior leader ready to drive large-scale regeneration and economic growth? Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Interim Director of Growth on behalf of our Local Authority client in the north west.

About the Role

As a key member of the Council's Management Board, you'll lead critical elements of its transformation strategy. You'll take responsibility for growth services - including regeneration, housing-led development, strategic asset management, and town centre renewal - while also representing the borough at Combined Authority level.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for growth across the borough, including regeneration, inward investment, housing, and place marketing.
• Lead the implementation of the capital investment programme to transform the town and district centres.
• Accelerate the housing delivery programme, ensuring development aligns with local needs and economic priorities.
• Act as the Council's strategic landlord, overseeing all corporate, community, and commercial assets.
• Develop a proactive growth model through business engagement and inward investment to retain and grow the local economy.
• Represent the borough in key regional forums and partnerships including the Combined Authority.

Candidate Profile

• A track record of senior strategic leadership and delivering major regeneration or housing-led development programmes.
• Experience working at board level in complex public sector environments, with political acumen and a collaborative style.
• Evidence of successfully leading large-scale transformation programmes and delivering measurable improvements.
• Knowledge of strategic asset management and acting as a corporate landlord.
• Success in building trusted relationships with local businesses, developers, and strategic partners.
• Experience working in or with commercially minded public sector organisations.

Essential Requirements

• Senior-level experience in local government, housing, regeneration, or related fields.
• Strong partnership and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrable understanding of local economic growth, town centre renewal, and housing delivery challenges.
• Ability to hit the ground running in a fast-paced, politically driven environment.

Please apply with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on .