about HArrow

Diverse

Harrow is one of the most diverse places in the country. It is the 12th largest London Borough in terms of geographical area with a population of approximately 252,338 as at 25th June 2020. Harrow covers an area of approximately 50 sq km (just under 20 square miles) and over a quarter of the borough consists of open space, much of which is designated green belt or Metropolitan Open Land. Harrow has a strong entrepreneurial tradition with over 16,140 businesses located in the borough. It is well connected to London and the rest of the UK via the M1, M25 and M40 motorways and easily accessible for Heathrow Airport.

Key Facts

London Borough of Harrow provides a range of services to the local community. Its vision and priorities are directed by the political leadership and implemented by the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT).

London Borough of Harrow, in common with the majority of authorities in England, operates a ‘Leader and Cabinet’ model as its political management structure. This means that a Councillor is elected Leader of the Executive (Cabinet) by the Authority. The Leader has responsibility for the appointment of Members of the Cabinet, the allocation of Portfolios and the delegation of Executive Functions.

Organisational Structure

The Corporate Leadership Team (CLT) comprises the Council’s Senior Management Team. This team is made up of the Council’s Strategic Directors and Statutory Officers. The structure comprises of:

  • Managing Director
  • Strategic Director of Finance and S151 Officer
  • Strategic Director of Corporate Resources and Innovation
  • Strategic Director of Culture, Environment and Economy
  • Strategic Director of Regeneration & Housing
  • Strategic Director of Adults and Public Health
  • Strategic Director of Children Services
  • Strategic Director of Legal & Governance 
 

The CLT manages the delivery of the Council’s services, improvements, and future plans for London Borough of Harrow. It provides managerial leadership and supports the elected Members in developing strategies and reviewing the Council’s effectiveness of providing value for money services to the public.

Harrow's Values

Our values and the associated behavioural indicators define how we do things around here. They are important because they will be the drivers to achieving our organisational aims. They will inspire us, challenge us and lead us toward our goals. Our values are:

Be courageous

We are ambitious about what’s possible, challenging the status quo and ready to step up and accept a challenge. We make brave decisions to achieve success, delivering on our promises and inspiring others to ‘Think Big’.

Do it together

We build strong, effective relationships across the organisation, sharing our knowledge and breaking down silos. We listen to others’ opinions to inform decision-making and seek opportunities to drive collaboration with those that share our outcome. We value diversity and always treat others with empathy and respect.

Make it happen

We are outcomes-focused, setting clear objectives within a framework and articulating what success looks like. We are decisive, agile and quick to act. We know what to do and have the conviction to do it. We break down barriers and enable others to be more effective. Our behavioural indicators roles below G11 and above G11

Here at London Borough of Harrow the vision is one of ‘Working together to make a difference for Harrow’. Our new values are key to the success of the Harrow Corporate Plan. The way in which we operate, and our behaviours will drive the organisation towards our goals to:

  • Be more business like & business friendly
  • Protect the most vulnerable and support families

Get in Contact

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact us directly. We are always happy to answer any questions you may have.

Phone: 01926 695 224
Email: marcus@hamptonsresourcing.com

Phone: 01926 355 778 / 07870 620 587
Email: simon@hamptonsresourcing.com

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