Do you want to play a leading role in shaping a more sustainable future for the Liverpool City Region?



Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority is at the forefront of the transition towards a circular economy, helping to deliver ambitious environmental, economic and social outcomes for more than 1.5 million residents. Working with six constituent local authorities, private sector partners and regional stakeholders, we are driving forward our vision for Zero Waste 2040 and helping to create a cleaner, greener and more resource efficient future.



As we enter a significant new phase in our development, we are seeking an exceptional leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Director of Strategy & Corporate Performance.



Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, this is one of the Authority's most influential leadership positions. Leading a broad portfolio spanning strategy and performance, business services, & data and intelligence, you will help shape the future direction of the organisation and ensure we have the capability, insight and ambition to deliver our long-term goals.



This is a particularly exciting moment to join us. Alongside the delivery of our Zero Waste Strategy, we are progressing a major programme of procurement and contract recommissioning that will influence waste and resource management across the Liverpool City Region for years to come. Working closely with elected Members, partners and senior colleagues, you will help translate ambition into action, strengthen strategic partnerships, drive organisational improvement and ensure the Authority remains at the forefront of an evolving policy and environmental landscape.



We are looking for a collaborative, politically astute and forward-thinking leader with experience of operating at a senior level within a complex organisation. Whether your background is in local government, the wider public sector, central government or a related sector, you will bring a track record of leading change, delivering strategy and building influential relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.



This is a rare opportunity to join an organisation with a clear purpose and ambitious vision, helping to shape how one of the UK's largest city regions responds to the environmental challenges and opportunities of the future.




Help us deliver Zero Waste 2040 and leave a lasting legacy for communities across the Liverpool City Region.



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Contacts

Philip Emms: 07590 225 472 Becky Barnes: 07831 116 336


Recruitment Timetable



Closing date

13th November 2026



Preliminary Interviews (virtual)

24th November 2026



Stakeholder panels

3rd or 4th December 2026



Stakeholder panels and interviews

7th December 2026




How to Apply

• Please submit your CV along with a Supporting Statement addressing the person specification criteria, evidencing how you meet the criteria.


• Detail any employment or education gaps.


• Be ready to provide the names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees; one should be your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted for those proceeding to final stages. We will always gain your permission before we contact referees.


• Let us know any difficulty you may have with the indicative timetable.


• Check that your contact details are correct before you submit.

Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email confirmation. If you do not receive, please email contactus@gatenbysanderson.com