Purpose of Role
 Provide senior leadership and direction for the delivery of the North Wales Growth Deal in line with the region’s long-term vision for Economic Well-being.
 Drive and promote collaboration across the six North Wales local authorities, higher and further education, the private sector, and Welsh and UK Governments to maximise economic and social impact.
 Lead the planning, management, and delivery of the Growth Deal portfolio, securing value for money and achieving agreed outcomes.
 Champion inclusive, sustainable economic growth through innovation, skills development, job creation, private sector investment, and the transition to a low-carbon economy.
 Develop and maintain strong working relationships with regional, national, and UK stakeholders, supporting the CEO in influencing policy, attracting investment, and strengthening North Wales’s economic position.
 Ensure high standards of governance, transparency, and accountability in all aspects of portfolio delivery.
 Act as a senior representative of the organisation, promoting the region’s opportunities and achievements to partners, investors, and communities.
Core Leadership Responsibilities
 Collective responsibility as part of the Leadership Team for setting strategy, delivery and performance management across the organisation.
 Responsible for embodying and ensuring staff with teams embody the values and behaviours of Ambition North Wales.
 Responsible for supporting colleagues and team members to deliver on the priorities of Ambition North Wales and for supporting their development.
 Matrix management of staff and resources across the Corporate Joint Committee as required to deliver on priorities. 
 Act as am ambassador for Ambition North Wales and the region.
Role Specific Responsibilities
1.Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Be accountable to the North Wales Economic Well-being Sub-Committee for the development and operational delivery of the Vision for Economic Well-being, providing strategic advice and direction to maximise opportunities for sustainable and inclusive economic growth across the region.
- Provide expert guidance and recommendations to the Sub-Committee on the strategies and systems required to deliver growth and prosperity, ensuring that employment and skills, transport, and land-use planning are integrated as part of the broader Economic Well-being function within the Corporate Joint Committee.
- Identify and pursue opportunities to influence UK and Welsh Government policy and attract external investment, promoting the needs and potential of North Wales on a regional and national stage.
- Promote a joined-up and collaborative approach among key partners to address strategic economic challenges and capitalise on growth opportunities.
- Maintain a strong, supportive relationship with the Growth Deal’s Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) and the CEO of Ambition North Wales, escalating risks and issues appropriately.
2. Programme & Portfolio Delivery
- Lead and co-ordinate the successful delivery of the North Wales Growth Deal, ensuring all programmes and projects are delivered effectively by relevant partners, supported by a comprehensive and resourced programme plan, robust project management arrangements, and clear performance monitoring.
- Take responsibility for the performance, risk management, and outcomes of Growth Deal programmes and projects, as well as wider initiatives aligned to the Corporate Strategy and Vision.
- Review and synthesise economic and demographic analysis from partners and the business sector to inform portfolio planning and prioritisation.
- Develop and manage the Growth Deal portfolio budget, in partnership with Finance business partners, for approval by the Sub-Committee – ensuring sound financial management and maximising the value of available resources.
- Ensure issues are escalated appropriately to the SRO and CEO, with shared understanding of risk and performance.
3. Governance, Accountability & Compliance
- Co-ordinate the decision-making process through partner councils and other agencies where matters fall outside the direct remit of the Sub-Committee. 
- Ensure matters within the remit of the Economic Well-being Sub-Committee are brought forward for timely decision-making, supported by comprehensive, accurate, and high-quality performance reports and recommendations.
- Lead delivery of the Growth Deal through the Portfolio Office, ensuring an efficient approach in accordance with agreed governance, and that resources are effectively allocated to meet portfolio priorities.
- Ensure that delivery partners and dispersed workstreams are adequately resourced and held accountable for delivery to agreed objectives, timescales, and budgets.
- Ensure robust controls are in place for risk management, benefits realisation, issue resolution, and change control across the Growth Deal programme.
- Work proactively with statutory officers (Section 151 and Monitoring Officer) to ensure all portfolio activities comply with relevant financial, legal, and governance regulations, and adhere to the Ambition North Wales Constitution and associated policies.
4. Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement
- Build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with Welsh and UK Governments, neighbouring Local Authorities, Combined Authorities, and other regional and national stakeholders.
- Act as the senior point of contact for external stakeholders engaging with the Economic Well-being Sub-Committee, ensuring co-ordinated communication and engagement.
- Work proactively with the Regional Business Advisory Board to identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and investment – ensuring their advice is considered in Sub-Committee decision-making.
- Lead an inclusive, proactive stakeholder engagement approach across local authorities, partner agencies, businesses, and communities.
- Ensure the Sub-Committee has a clear and effective communications strategy that promotes its vision, priorities, and achievements to all stakeholders.
5. Leadership of People & Resources
- Provide clear, visible leadership that supports the development of a high-performing, motivated team culture.
- Lead and role model the values and behaviours of Ambition North Wales, fostering a culture of collaboration, integrity, and excellence.
- Support and develop staff through effective line and matrix management, contributing to the broader leadership of the organisation.
6. Additional Duties
- Undertake any other responsibilities commensurate with the seniority of the role to support the CEO and the wider team in delivering organisational and regional priorities.
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