b Overview /b p As Senior Community Safety Manager – Thematic, you will steer citywide safety priorities and govern the Birmingham Community Safety Partnership to deliver evidence-based outcomes. You’ll shape themes such as Violence Reduction, Violence Against Women and Girls, and Organised Crime, driving cross-agency collaboration and policy impact. You will influence senior leaders and showcase measurable improvements in residents’ safety and wellbeing. This role offers the chance to lead meaningful, data-informed change in a diverse, ambitious city. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li West Midlands Pension Fund membership /li li Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 30 days (with service length) /li li My Rewards Scheme – discounts /li li Health and wellbeing support /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Lead the strategic direction and governance of the BCSP and ensure compliance with statutory duties /li li Drive delivery of thematic priorities using evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches /li li Oversee policy development, long-term plans, and the Strategic Needs Assessment with data-led decision making /li li Manage performance, financial frameworks, and commissioning/ external funding opportunities /li li Provide expert advice to senior leaders and partnership boards and represent the Council at key forums /li li Lead and develop a multidisciplinary, high-performance team /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Significant experience in community safety or public protection within complex partnerships /li li Proven track record delivering strategies, policies, and large-scale programmes with positive outcomes /li li Experience managing commissioning, budgets, procurement, and external funding /li li Strong relationship-building and influence with senior leaders, elected members, and partners /li li Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management at a strategic level /li li Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into decisions /li li Understanding of applicable community safety legislation (e.g., Crime and Disorder Act 1998, Domestic Abuse Act 2021, Modern Slavery Act 2015) /li /ul ul li Strategic thinking /li li Stakeholder management /li li Influence and negotiation /li li Data-led decision making /li li Performance management /li li Policy development /li /ul
Senior Community Safety Manager – Thematic employer: Birmingham City Council
Birmingham City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work at the heart of one of the UK's largest Commercial and Procurement Services. With a commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on wellbeing, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategic decisions that impact the community. Join us to make a meaningful difference while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work culture that values diversity and excellence.
