The Mayor of the West Midlands is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as Mayoral Commissioner for Health, Well-being and Public Service Reform.
This new and pivotal role reflects the opportunities presented by the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act, which strengthens the powers and responsibilities of Mayoral Combined Authorities to improve outcomes for local communities. As the West Midlands takes on an expanded leadership role in public service reform, this appointment will help drive collaboration across organisations and ensure that devolved powers deliver tangible benefits for residents.
This is an opportunity to help shape the future of public services across the West Midlands, providing strategic leadership on some of the region's most significant challenges and opportunities.
Working closely with the Mayor, Deputy Mayor and senior leaders from local government, the NHS, emergency services, business and the voluntary sector, you will use your expertise, influence and collaborative leadership to drive meaningful change and improve outcomes for communities across the region.
As Commissioner, you will provide oversight of key areas including Public Service Innovation, the Mayor's Community Action Plan, and the WMCA's Race Equity and Homelessness Taskforces. You will also play an important role in supporting the transfer of the West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority into the West Midlands Combined Authority, helping to deliver one of the region's most significant public service reforms.
About the role
In this high-profile appointment, you will:
- Provide expert advice, insight and constructive challenge to support the mayor's priorities and policy ambitions.
- Lead and influence programmes that improve health, wellbeing and public services across the West Midlands.
- Bring together partners from across local government, health, emergency services, business and the voluntary sector to deliver shared outcomes.
- Represent the Mayor at regional, national and, where appropriate, international events and forums.
- Champion innovative approaches to public service delivery and reform.
- Provide oversight of key priorities including homelessness, public health, community cohesion, road safety, crime and anti-social behaviour, and thriving high streets through the Mayor's Community Action Plan.
About you
We're looking for an influential and collaborative leader with the credibility, expertise and vision to operate at a regional level.
You will bring:
- A proven track record of strategic leadership and partnership working across complex organisations.
- Experience of shaping policy, leading programmes or delivering system-wide transformation.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across sectors.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a high-profile environment.
- A passion for public service and improving outcomes for communities.
- Sound judgement, personal integrity and a commitment to the highest standards of public life.
About the appointment
This appointment is for the duration of the mayor's term of office.
The role requires a commitment of approximately two and a half days per week. Remuneration will be determined by the Independent Remuneration Panel and approved by the WMCA Board.
Support and working arrangements
Commissioners are supported by the Mayor's Office, including diary management and logistical support. Coordination between the Mayor and Commissioners is provided through the Mayor's Chief of Staff, ensuring alignment with the mayor's priorities and policy outcomes through regular engagement and coordination meetings.
Politically Restricted Post
This is a politically restricted post in accordance with Section 2(1) (b) of the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Employees in politically restricted posts are prevented in having any active political role either in or outside of work.
How to apply.
Applying for a role with WMCA is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started.
- Create your Careers Account. Register with your name, email address, and a password.
- Build your Profile. Upload your CV to help populate your career and education details.
- Write your Supporting Statement. Outline your suitability for and interest in the role.
- Submit your application. Do one final check and once complete, click submit.
Anonymised Applications.
Your uploaded CV won’t be visible after submission. Our process is anonymised, and only the information in your profile is used for shortlisting. Be thorough in each section. it’s your chance to showcase your skills and experience.
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Reasonable adjustments.
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Why join WMCA?
WMCA is laser-focused on improving the West Midlands, bringing economic growth, jobs, homes, and better journeys to the region. We target local needs where it matters most, ensuring everyone has a job that pays well and has access to safe and affordable places they can call home.
We put people and place at the heart of everything we do, working hand in hand with our partners to direct funding where it's needed most. What you do, really matters. Your expertise will help make a big difference, improving people's lives, every day.
Our Values and Behaviours.
Fostering an environment where people feel valued, included, supported, and proud to contribute to our region is important to us at the WMCA. Our behaviours are more than statements; they guide how we work, make decisions, and treat one another - they set the standards we hold ourselves to and the experience we want others to have.
- Collaborative - We work as one organisation, building trust, connection and shared purpose across teams, partners and customers to create the biggest impact for our region.
- Driven - Focussed on impact - leading with clarity, care and courage to deliver meaningful results for the West Midlands.
- Inclusive - Every voice matters - we create belonging, fairness and psychological safety so everyone can thrive.
- Innovative - We think future and act smarter - embracing curiosity, creativity and continuous improvement to shape the future.
Creating an inclusive workplace.
WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as the RACE Code Quality Mark, Armed Forces Covenant (Gold status). We’re a Disability Confident Employer with ‘Leader’ status, committed to interviewing applicants with disabilities who meet all the essential role criteria.
We are also proud to be a Ban the Box employer, which means we do not ask about criminal convictions at the initial application stage, and will only ask after an offer is made as part of our onboarding checks, which helps us remove barriers for people with past convictions and supporting fair opportunities for all.
Right to Work in the UK
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.
Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
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