Our team

A Team with Vision, Purpose and Impact

At Essex County Council, our people are our greatest strength. Behind every service we deliver, every policy we implement, and every innovation we drive forward, there’s a team of dedicated professionals working collaboratively to make Essex the best it can be.

We are a values-led organisation made up of experts across a wide range of disciplines — from social care and education to infrastructure, digital, and economic development. Our teams are united by a shared ambition: to improve lives, open opportunities, and create a brighter future for our communities.

The team you’ll be joining is:

• Bold and forward-thinking – unafraid to challenge the status quo and push boundaries.

• Collaborative and inclusive – we work across departments and alongside partners, drawing on diverse perspectives to find the best solutions.

• Empowered and trusted – we encourage ownership, support growth, and believe in giving our people the space to lead.

• Driven by purpose – whether working behind the scenes or on the front line, we are here to deliver real impact.

Senior Officers and responsibilities:

• Helen Lincoln – Children and Families and Education

• Mark Ash – Climate, Environment and Customer Services

• Nick Presmeg – Adult Social Care

• Nicole Wood – Chief Executive

• Tom Walker – People, Policy, Economy and Public Health

• Vacancy – Corporate Services