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Assistant Director of Borough Partnerships

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By clicking any link on this page you are giving your consent for us to set cookies.More information OK, I agreeSkip to main content Google Tag ManagerSearch for jobsLogin menuPost a jobUpload your CVLoginApplicant main menuMy CVFind JobsJob AlertsSearch RecruitersNewsFor Recruiters Assistant Director of Borough PartnershipsOverviewAssistant Director, Borough PartnershipsLocation: West Drayton, West LondonSalary: £95,000 to £119,000West London Waste Authority (WLWA) is seeking a dynamic Assistant Director, Borough Partnerships to lead collaboration across six West London boroughs and drive the Authority's communications, partnerships, and programme sustainability agenda.ResponsibilitiesBuild trusted relationships with borough leaders and Members, oversee corporate communications and PR, and ensure effective governance of cross-borough working groups.Take responsibility for programme sustainability-including policy horizon scanning, funding pipeline management, and benefits reporting-and shape WLWA's impact on Net Zero and the Circular Economy.Manage a small team, delegated budgets, and commissioned agencies, ensuring value-for-money and high-quality outcomes.Act as a key advisor to the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team, ensuring WLWA is positioned as a credible, innovative system partner.Requirements / The ideal candidateSubstantial experience in communications, PR, and stakeholder engagement, with a proven track record of partnership building, media handling, and crisis communications.Strong leadership skills, political acumen, and experience in programme sustainability.Professional qualifications (CIPR/PRCA, project management) are desirable.This is a high-profile opportunity to shape one of West London's most important partnership and sustainability agendas, directly influencing how boroughs collaborate to deliver environmental and financial benefits.WLWA is committed to inclusiveness, equality, and diversity, and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.Help us build a greener, more collaborative West London.ApplyBookmark jobAssistant Director of Borough PartnershipsApplyBookmark jobWest London Waste AuthorityWest Drayton UB7, UKPermanentPublished on 15 Nov 2025Search more jobsShare this job nowGo back

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