Working here
Working at Southwark Council means doing work that matters. You will collaborate with talented colleagues, shape public services, and help put residents at the centre of the borough's future.
How we work
Our Strategy and Communities department works across the council, supporting leaders, services, and partners. We value curiosity, evidence, and collaboration, and we expect everyone to contribute to a culture of learning and improvement.
You will have the space to think strategically, the trust to lead, and the support to grow your craft. We are building a team that can turn ideas, data and resident insight into meaningful action.
Hybrid and flexible
We are a hybrid organisation with flexible working options, and we invest in professional development through coaching, training, and clear progression routes.
We welcome people who care about public service, communicate with empathy, and enjoy working in a fast-paced, complex environment.
Our purpose
Delivering for residents:
We focus on practical outcomes that improve lives, from cleaner streets and safer communities to more affordable homes and support for those who need it most.
Investing in place:
Southwark is a world-class place to live, work, and visit. We work with partners to celebrate our heritage, support local business, and shape a greener, healthier borough.
Listening and learning:
We want residents to feel heard. We use insight, engagement, and evaluation to make better decisions and improve how we serve.
Modern public services:
We are redesigning services around the people who use them. That means clearer communications, smarter digital tools, and a stronger focus on outcomes.
Inclusive and fair:
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are central to how we work. We want our workforce to reflect our communities and our decisions to be fair and transparent.
Strategy and Communities:
Our department brings together insight, partnerships and resident voice so we can better understand what people need, challenge inequality and support services to deliver real, lasting impact.
Our values
These are the principles we work to every day. They guide how we behave, how we lead, and how we serve residents.
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We are open and honest, and we communicate with clarity.
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We work together and respect different perspectives.
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We focus on impact and make decisions based on evidence.
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We act with ambition and take pride in our place.
Equality & inclusion
We are committed to being an inclusive employer where everyone feels valued and supported. Our workforce should reflect the diversity of Southwark, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
We work with staff networks, community partners, and leaders across the council to build a culture of belonging and to tackle inequality.
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