Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth in London

Islington Council envisions a more equal future and is committed to creating a sustainable, inclusive and locally rooted economy. One where wealth is shared fairly and residents and businesses feel they have a stake in their community. Islington Council is seeking to recruit an Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth. This is a dynamic, pivotal role within the Community Wealth Building Team. Reporting to the Director of Inclusive Economy, the Assistant Director of Inclusive Growth will provide strategic leadership for the development and delivery of the Council’s Community Wealth Building Strategy, ensuring long‑term prosperity, sustainability, and fairness for all residents.

Islington is a thriving inner London borough, rich in diversity and culture. However, too many of our residents are living in poverty, or experiencing inequalities and poorer outcomes. As a Council we are determined to tackle this issue. Our Islington Together 2030 Plan sets out a bold vision for working together with our diverse communities to create a more equal future, underpinned by five key missions. Sitting alongside the 2030 Plan, we promise to:

• Invest in Islington by shopping and spending locally to support small businesses
• Ensure more Council spend will be through local businesses, locking wealth into our local economy and delivering benefits for residents and communities through social value commitments

It is an exciting time to join one of the best councils in the country. Islington is led by fantastic members and officers, passionate about making Islington a more equal place, whilst embodying our CARE values: Collaborative, Ambitious, Resourceful, and Empowering.

The successful applicant will have a proven track‑record in leading large cross‑sector partnerships to deliver innovative and impactful solutions, particularly in the context of inclusive growth. The successful candidate will be educated to postgraduate level in a relevant discipline or have an equivalent level of work experience.

In addition to a generous salary, you will have access to a generous annual leave allowance, starting at 31 days and increasing to 36 days leave per year after five years of local government service. Islington Council adopts a hybrid approach to working, to promote and sustain a good work‑life balance. For this leadership post, you would be expected to be in as and when required to complete your role. Three days a week in the office and two days home working is the adopted hybrid approach for the senior leaders at the council.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workforce, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Our workforce strategy places equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel they belong and can safely express their thoughts, ideas, and challenges, without fear of judgement or discrimination.

We maintain a zero‑tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.