Director of Prosperity and Investment

An ambitious council delivering growth, regeneration and investment at scale.

Telford & Wrekin is one of the fastest growing places in England, with a strong track record of delivery, investment and economic growth. As an award-winning council with clear ambitions for the future, we are continuing to shape a thriving borough through major regeneration programmes, commercial investment, housing delivery and inward investment. We are now seeking an exceptional leader to join us as Director of Prosperity and Investment.

Reporting into the Executive Director, you will lead a broad and high-profile portfolio spanning regeneration, property services, planning and development management, building control, economic development, inward investment, the visitor economy, strategic planning, NuPlace, and the Homes England Land Deal. This is a role with significant influence across the organisation and a direct impact on the future prosperity of the borough.

The scale of opportunity is substantial. You'll provide leadership across a diverse programme of major capital projects, including town centre regeneration schemes, Station Quarter redevelopment, Wellington Market, the theatre and leisure centre projects, while ensuring momentum is maintained across an ambitious programme of investment and growth. At the same time, you will oversee a commercial estate generating around £10m of income annually, balancing investment in existing assets with opportunities for future growth.

Key priorities include maintaining delivery across a complex portfolio of projects and programmes, strengthening the council's commercial approach, supporting devolution ambitions, and developing a clearer long-term business planning framework for regeneration and investment activity. You'll work closely with elected members, senior colleagues, developers, investors, regional partners and government bodies to ensure Telford & Wrekin continues to deliver sustainable economic growth and attract investment into the borough.

This is a politically visible role requiring both strategic vision and operational credibility. You'll be comfortable operating in a complex environment, providing advice and leadership across multiple cabinet portfolios, while maintaining a relentless focus on delivery and outcomes.

We're looking for a leader with experience of regeneration, growth, investment, property or economic development, gained within local government or a similarly complex environment. Most importantly, you'll bring commercial awareness, strong partnership skills, political acumen and a track record of delivering significant programmes that create lasting economic and community impact.

In return, you'll join a financially stable and ambitious organisation with a strong reputation for delivery, considerable autonomy, supportive political leadership and a clear commitment to growth. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of one of the country's most dynamic places and leave a lasting legacy for residents, businesses and communities.

For more information please visit https://apps.telford.gov.uk/newdirectors or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Maud Hollis on 07444 696659 or Dylan Craven on 07442 408861

Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 23rd September 2026

Positive Action Statement
At Telford & Wrekin Council, we know that having a diverse workforce is key to providing the best possible services to our community. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, in particular those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds who are currently under-represented

To apply:
To apply, please submit 

• An up-to-date copy of your CV (four sides of A4 maximum).
• A supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) that addresses the criteria set out in the relevant role profile and uses examples to demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements. It should also cover your motivation for the role and the organisation.

Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact Rebecca.keen@tile-hill.co.uk

Applications must include:

• Full contact details;
• Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees);
• Details of your notice period;
• Notification of any dates when you are not available for interview.

At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email inclusion@tile-hill.co.uk.

If the organisation we’re representing is a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and you’d like to apply under the scheme, please mention this clearly in bold at the top of your supporting statement. If there are any adjustments that would support you during the application or interview process, please let us know.