An exceptional opportunity to shape the future of one of the UK’s newest and most ambitious Combined Authorities.

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Hull and East Yorkshire Combined Authority (HEYCA) is seeking a highly experienced and values-driven Executive Director of Corporate Services to join its Strategic Leadership Team. This is a pivotal executive role, providing corporate, governance and people leadership at the heart of the organisation and supporting the delivery of sustainable growth and public value across the region.

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The role

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will take executive responsibility for the Corporate Services Directorate, leading a broad and critical portfolio that includes:

• Governance, scrutiny and Monitoring Officer functions
• Legal services, complaints and information rights
• Human Resources, Organisational Development and staff learning
• Corporate communications
• Data protection, information governance and risk management
• Business support and health & safety

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You will ensure robust governance, legal compliance and assurance across the Authority, while aligning corporate and people strategies with HEYCA’s long-term vision and priorities. Acting as a trusted advisor to the Chief Executive, Mayor and elected Members, you will play a key role in translating political ambition into effective strategy and delivery.

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Key responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for corporate, governance and people services, ensuring high-quality delivery and statutory compliance
• Act as a core member of the Strategic Leadership Team, shaping organisational strategy and outcomes
• Build strong, productive relationships with the Mayor, Members and senior stakeholders locally, regionally and nationally
• Lead the development and implementation of corporate strategies, including People, OD, Communications and Health & Safety
• Oversee the Authority’s risk management framework and act as Senior Responsible Officer for major programmes and projects
• Inspire, develop and lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary directorate
• Champion a culture of collaboration, inclusivity, accountability and continuous improvement
• Deputise for the Chief Executive / Head of Paid Service as required

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About you

You will be an accomplished senior leader with significant experience operating at executive level within a complex, public-sector or similarly regulated environment. You will bring:

• Deep expertise in corporate governance, people leadership and assurance
• A strong understanding of local government or comparable statutory frameworks
• Proven experience advising senior political and executive leaders
• The credibility and presence to influence at the highest levels
• A collaborative, values-led leadership style with a track record of delivery

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Why join HEYCA?

This is a rare opportunity to help shape a new organisation at a formative stage, working with committed partners and leaders to make a lasting difference for Hull and East Yorkshire.

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Please note the closing date for this vacancy is 12th of January 2026.