Deputy Director Labour Market Strategy

DWP is looking to fill the Deputy Director for Labour Market Strategy role in the Labour Market Strategy, Analysis and Policy directorate. This is a key senior leadership role within one of the highest-profile operational government departments.

This is a fast paced and high-profile role with substantial Ministerial and senior official interest. You will be responsible for leading a team and working closely with colleagues from across Policy Group and the wider Department (including service delivery, finance and change), as well as external and Whitehall stakeholders to lead work to determine DWP’s future labour market strategy.

The role requires strong leadership and a proactive approach in delivering the department’s priorities and objectives.

Virtual Engagement Session ​​

Date : 23rd May 2025 Time: 10:45 – 11:45

This virtual session is an opportunity for you to find out more about the role and what it's like leading in the Change directorate. You'll get the opportunity to hear directly from Ed Lidington and Carrie Rodgers, who will provide an overview of the role and hold a Q&A session Join live event

“If you are an experienced leader who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of millions then I want to hear from you”

Where could you fit in?

As the biggest public service department in the country, we are looking for a dynamic and experienced leader to help us navigate through the times ahead.
Specifically in this role you would be instrumental in developing and implementing our labour market strategy and determining our future approach to improving labour market outcomes for our citizens.

The Directorate’s current priorities are:

• Supporting the continued development of the Government’s Labour Market Strategy​
• Working closely with colleagues across DWP to design and deliver the new Jobs and Careers Service​
• Delivering improvements to the conditionality and sanctions regime
• Supporting in-work customers to grow their earnings​
• Bringing employment support and skills provision closer together​
• Tackling youth unemployment, especially amongst disadvantaged young people.

Please see the candidate pack attached to the advert for Key Responsibilities.

It’s an exciting time to be part of DWP!

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