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Organisation: Oldham Council
Role: Director of Growth
Salary: £104,337 £115,105 per annum
Location: Oldham
Oldham’s time is now. Could you be part of the senior team helping to shape the future of the borough?
Oldham Council is embarking on a journey of transformation.
We’re making the lives of Oldham people better by revolutionising our borough and our services with an ambition that is unrivalled and a determination that’s fierce.
We’re looking for several ambitious, transformational senior leaders for exciting roles across our organisation and this is where you come in as our Director of Growth.
As a Management Board member, this role leads key elements of the Council’s transformation programme and oversees growth services, including regeneration, placemaking, asset management, and housing led development.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive (Place) and working closely with senior leaders to drive growth for Oldham’s communities. The role involves strong collaboration with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority and other partners to deliver the Greater Manchester Strategy and investment priorities, while supporting the Oldham Economic Review and Housing Task Force to align with borough ambitions and deliver much needed homes for residents and businesses.
Oldham’s time is now. Is it yours too?
For further details about this role and details of how to apply please visit www.gatenbysanderson.com/job/GSe123085 or contact Alfred Leigh (07881824205 / Alfred.Leigh@gatenbysanderson.com) or Gary Evans (07809195593 / Gary.Evans@gatenbysanderson.com)
Closing Date: 10am on Monday 16 June 2025
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

ABOUT US:

We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities. We’ve identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact:
A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing.
We’re looking for candidates who will support us to achieve our ambitions and we encourage you to download our Corporate Plan: Ready for the Future and our Oldham Plan for further information.

Please refer the Job description for details