The Staffing Committee of Waltham Forest Council was scheduled to convene on Monday, 13 May 2024. The primary item on the agenda was the consideration of candidates for the role of Corporate Director of Property and Delivery.

Appointments Panel: Corporate Director of Property and Delivery

The committee was scheduled to interview and make an appointment for the significant role of Corporate Director of Property and Delivery. This position is crucial for the council's operations within the Place Directorate. The recruitment process has been ongoing, with interim arrangements in place following the resignation of the previous postholder. The report pack indicated that shortlisted applicants had already undergone technical interviews, and those presented to the committee were the remaining candidates in the selection process. The interview questions were designed to align with the role profile and the council's strategic ambitions for the post holder.

The report stated that financial provision for this post exists within the council's budget. The appointment is to be made on merit, in accordance with the Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy and Procedure and the Local Authorities (Standing Orders) Regulations 2001, which are underpinned by Section 7 of the Local Government Act 1989. The process is also designed to adhere to the Council's Equalities and Diversity policies.

The report pack included appendices containing the recruitment pack, candidate submissions, and interview questions. However, these appendices were designated as exempt from public access due to containing information relating to individuals, the disclosure of which was deemed not to be in the public interest. The committee was recommended to interview and decide on an appointment for the Corporate Director of Property and Delivery post.