Advanced Practitioner Strategic Lead – Public Health
Permanent
Grade: 7 £66,627 – £85,845 (2025)
Working 36.5 hours per week
About The Role
As an Advanced Practitioner Strategic Lead, you will work closely with the Assistant Directors and Director of Public Health, leading a defined portfolio of work that supports our ambition to improve population health, reduce inequalities and embed public health principles across the Council and wider system. Your role will involve leading the development, commissioning and delivery of major public health programmes, ensuring they are evidence‑led, equitable and aligned with the Council’s Corporate Plan, City Vision and Health and Wellbeing Strategy. You will be responsible for a portfolio of specialism within Public Health, with flexibility to adapt as priorities evolve, and will support the Director of Public Health in delivering statutory responsibilities while contributing to the implementation of national and local policy and recommendations. You will also shape a positive, inclusive and high‑performing culture within the Public Health division, influencing policy and practice and embedding public health principles across the Council and wider system.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert public health leadership and advice to senior officers, members and partners.
- Lead the strategic development and delivery of a defined public health portfolio, improving outcomes and reducing health inequalities.
- Shape and deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based programmes and commissioned services.
- Work collaboratively with NHS, local authority, voluntary sector and regional partners to deliver integrated, system‑wide solutions.
- Use public health intelligence, research and evaluation to inform decision‑making and drive impact.
- Lead and manage staff and resources effectively, ensuring value for money and robust governance.
- Contribute to planning for and responding to public health incidents and emergencies, including on‑call arrangements where required.
- Support the Director of Public Health in delivering statutory responsibilities and organisational priorities.
- Act as an ambassador for Birmingham City Council at local, regional and national levels.
About You
We’re looking for a confident, compassionate and credible public health professional who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to lead change and work effectively across complex systems.
You Will Bring
- Specialist public health expertise with a strong track record of delivery at a senior level.
- Extensive experience of strategic leadership, programme delivery and partnership working.
- Strong analytical and critical appraisal skills, with the ability to translate evidence into action.
- Experience of managing people, budgets and complex portfolios in a pressured environment.
- Excellent influencing and communication skills, with confidence working with elected members and senior stakeholders.
- A clear commitment to tackling health inequalities and promoting inclusive, community‑led approaches.
- A values‑driven leadership style that promotes collaboration, equity, accountability and kindness.
Why Birmingham?
Birmingham is a city of opportunity, diversity and ambition. Working here means having the chance to shape public health at scale, influence national conversations, and make a real difference to the lives of over one million residents. In return, we offer a supportive and flexible working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a passionate and committed public health team.
Legal and Practical Information
Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our citizens and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.
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