Senior Strategy Advisor
Temporary, Full Time
Dependant on Experience
Location : Chelmsford
Working Style :
Closing Date : 20th July 2025
Please note, this is a temporary opportunity for 12 months.
This role will be filled on a hybrid basis. This means you can work remotely part of the working week with an expectation to attend the office in Chelmsford at least 1 day per week. Any journeys to the office would be at your own expense. More specific details about this can be discussed at the interview stage should you be invited.
The Opportunity
Essex County Council is on an exciting journey. We are part of the Government’s Devolution Priority Programme and are in the process of creating a new Mayoral Combined County Authority for Greater Essex with the first mayoral elections due in May 2026. Alongside this, we are developing proposals for Local Government Re-organisation in Essex, with businesses cases being submitted in September 2025 and new unitary councils due to be established in 2027 / 28. These reforms will set the framework for local government in Essex for decades to come and will lead to better outcomes, services and value for money for our residents.
This role is a temporary 12-month role that will be part of the Policy Unit team working on these issues as we move into the planning and implementation phase of this exciting and challenging programme.
Accountabilities
General accountabilities in the role are :
The Experience You Will Bring
Why Essex?
As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we’re committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.
In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government’s devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about ) on our careers site.
Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We’re committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We’re also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.
Once you’ve secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.
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Senior Advisor • Chelmsford