Head of Service – Community Safety, Enforcemen...

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Service for Community Safety, Enforcement & Regulation to lead and develop a high-performing Enforcement & Regulatory Service. This senior role provides strategic oversight across Licensing, Environmental Protection, Emergency Planning and Enforcement, ensuring high-quality service delivery and modern regulatory practice. Key Responsibilities * Lead, manage and oversee the council’s Enforcement & Regulatory Service, ensuring effective performance across all areas. * Drive the service improvement programme, addressing data and intelligence gaps and delivering business improvement plans. * Develop, implement and monitor the service’s work plans, ensuring clear outcomes and measurable impact. * Ensure robust systems, procedures and governance are in place for the appropriate and lawful use of enforcement powers. * Promote awareness, good practice, education and compliance across all enforcement functions. * Support the development and implementation of new systems, processes and procedures to enhance service efficiency. * Provide high-quality reports, briefings and information to senior leaders and stakeholders. * Undertake additional duties as required by the Head of Service, Assistant Director or Director. Skills & Experience Required * Strong knowledge of enforcement and regulatory legislation within a local authority environment. * Proven track record in performance monitoring, service improvement and delivering measurable outcomes. * Experience presenting information clearly to a range of audiences. * Demonstrable ability to review and improve processes, policies and procedures. * Skilled in producing high-quality reports and strategic briefings. * Up-to-date understanding of enforcement law, codes of practice, statutory instruments and relevant frameworks. * Knowledge of the political, social and environmental context of crime and disorder reduction at local level. * Experience building and sustaining effective community and partnership relationships