Norfolk County CouncilDirector of Public HealthThe closing date is 21 September 2025Job summarySalary up to £141,542.50 (includes a market supplement of up to 10% for the right candidate) and relocation packageNorfolk is a county like no other a stunning blend of coastal charm, rural beauty, and vibrant urban life. With a population of over 920,000 and a landscape that draws visitors year-round, Norfolk offers a truly special place to live and work.We’re looking for an experienced senior public health professional to become our next Director of Public Health—someone with the vision, drive, and expertise to shape a healthier future for our residents and visitors.Make a Real ImpactThis is your opportunity to lead transformative change. You’ll spearhead efforts to tackle our most pressing health inequalities, protect our communities and champion wellbeing across the county. You’ll collaborate with and further build our strong relationships and integrated, innovative care models. Most importantly, you’ll lead our approach that places our communities and residents at the heart of everything we do, working in partnership to deliver real, measurable outcomes.Reporting directly to our new Executive Director of Adult Social Services (DASS), and with direct access to our Chief Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping public health strategy at the highest level. You’ll advise elected members, senior leaders and lead a substantial and talented team.Main duties of the jobYou mustBe a registered GMC, GDC, or UKPHR public health specialist with substantial experience of public health practice and a deep understanding of public health policy and best practice nationally and locally. Your salary will be reflective of your level of experience.Why Norfolk, Why Now?We’re proud of our Health and Wellbeing Board and our ambitious Integrated Care Partnership. This is a great time to join us in Norfolk and a fantastic opportunity to lead across a huge system. You’ll find a supportive, forward-thinking environment where your leadership can thrive and where your ideas count.About usNorfolk County Council is the upper-tier local authority for Norfolk, England. Below it there are seven second-tier district councils: Breckland, Broadland, Great Yarmouth, North Norfolk, Norwich, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk, and South Norfolk.The council has been under Conservative majority control since 2017. It is based at County Hall, Norwich.DetailsDate posted02 September 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£113,478 to £128,675 a year plus market supplement of up to 10%ContractPermanentWorking patternFlexible workingReference numberF0040-25-0005Job locationsCounty HallMartineau LaneNorwichNorfolkNR1 2DHEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorfolk County CouncilAddressCounty HallMartineau LaneNorwichNorfolkNR1 2DHEmployer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact:Hannah Talbotjobs@norfolk.gov.uk01603 638120Privacy notice #J-18808-Ljbffr