At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead corporate services and drive transformation at the Met Office.
- Company: Join one of the world's leading weather and climate organisations.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, senior leadership package, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Opportunity to influence high-level decision-making and lead a diverse team.
- Why this job: Shape the future of climate science and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Proven strategic leadership experience in complex environments.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
The Met Office is one of the world's most respected weather and climate organisations. Our science, technology and expertise help governments, businesses and communities make better decisions to stay safe and thrive. We are seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Director – Corporate Services, a pivotal role with responsibility for leading key corporate capabilities and enabling the successful delivery of the Met Office Strategy during a period of significant organisational transformation.
This is a unique opportunity to lead critical professional functions, shape how the organisation delivers change, and influence strategic decision-making at the highest levels.
The Role
Reporting to the Managing Director, Enabling Domain, the Director Corporate Services will lead a diverse and strategically important portfolio comprising:
- Project Delivery Capability
- Commercial and Procurement
- Property
- Governance
- Legal
- Internal Audit
- Risk
As a member of the Enabling Domain Senior Leadership Team, you will help shape organisational culture, influence strategic priorities and ensure the organisation has the governance, delivery capability and professional standards required to achieve its ambitions. You will lead approximately 210 colleagues through three Associate Directors and oversee a budget of approximately £46 million.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Be an active member of the Enabling Domain Senior Leadership Team.
- Contribute to the strategic leadership of the Met Office as a member of the Director Cohort and Senior Leadership Team.
- Support the successful delivery of the Met Office Strategy through effective planning, governance and transformation.
Transformation and Delivery
- Lead the delivery of programmes and projects across the organisation's three strategic portfolios.
- Act as Senior Responsible Owner (SRO), Programme Director or Commercial Lead for complex transformation initiatives.
- Drive continuous improvement and transformation across corporate services, including the effective adoption of automation and AI-enabled solutions.
- Provide executive leadership for Commercial, Property, Governance, Legal, Internal Audit, Risk, and Project Delivery functions.
- Ensure capabilities remain fit for current and future organisational needs.
- Establish and maintain robust governance arrangements, controls and assurance frameworks.
- Lead strategic actions, performance measures and organisational capability development.
- Oversee governance of the Met Office Portfolio and its associated investment decisions.
- Support executive decision-making through evidence-based planning, risk management and performance analysis.
Government Standards and Assurance
- Maintain compliance with relevant Government Functional Standards, including:
- Project Delivery
- Commercial
- Property
- Risk
- Internal Audit
- Grants
Ensure appropriate governance, assurance and control frameworks are in place across the organisation.
About You
We are looking for an experienced strategic leader who can operate confidently in a complex environment and successfully lead large-scale transformation.
Why Join Us?
Director - Corporate Services in Exeter employer: Met Office
The Met Office in Devon and Torbay is an outstanding employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation in ocean climate research. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee development, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Join us in making a meaningful contribution to climate science and the future of our planet.
