MAIN PURPOSETo lead a major programme of work to ensure that the Council has a fit for purpose Performance and Insight Framework that ensures compliance with the new Local Government Outcomes Framework and other statutory reporting requirements as well as supporting effective delivery of the new Council Plan to be developed following the local elections in May 2026. To achieve this by providing cross-organisational leadership, quality assurance and challenge for this major programme of work. To provide high-level and expert support to Cabinet Members, Executive Directors and Directorate Management Teams in relation to managing performance and delivery; and in evidence led decision making. To work with Digital Colleagues and Subject Matter Experts across the organisation to develop effective and efficient digital solutions for reporting performance and using data and insights to drive effective decision making and delivery. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and facilitation of the major Performance and Insight programme across the organisation. This includes setting up and leading cross-organisational project teams which will include senior officers up to Director level.Providing matrix management to a range of staff from across the organisation as required.Ownership and management of significant programme budgets, both capital and revenue (revenue budgets in excess of £100k per annum).Ownership and strategic analysis of Performance and Insight documentation ..... full job details .....