Croydon appoints Conrad Hall to lead financial strategy and transformation
Croydon Council has confirmed the permanent appointment of Conrad Hall as the new Corporate Director of Resources and Section 151 officer. This decision follows a four-month secondment period where Hall served in the role temporarily after joining from Newham Council in January. The appointment was finalized after a formal interview process with the Council’s Appointments and Disciplinary Committee.
Financial leadership and statutory responsibilities
In his capacity as the Section 151 officer, Hall holds a statutory responsibility for the borough’s financial strategy and operations. His remit extends beyond core accounting to include a wide range of governance and support functions. He will oversee audit, property, procurement, human resources, legal, and digital services for the authority.
As a key member of the corporate management team, Hall is tasked with ensuring the delivery of the “Future Croydon” transformation programme. This initiative focuses on modernizing council operations and maintaining high standards of governance to ensure the borough remains on a sustainable financial footing. The permanent nature of the role will be formally ratified at the upcoming Full Council meeting.
Experience in local government finance
Hall brings 23 years of experience in local government leadership to the position. Prior to his arrival in Croydon, he served as the corporate director of resources at Newham Council. His background in managing complex municipal budgets is viewed as a critical asset for the borough’s ongoing improvement efforts.
Executive Mayor Jason Perry stated that Hall’s expertise is a vital component in the borough’s efforts to provide better value for money for residents. Hall noted that his initial months in the borough have been rewarding, highlighting the constructive work of colleagues as a primary reason for his decision to take the role permanently. The transition marks a period of stabilized leadership for the council’s financial and administrative departments.
Source: Croydon Council
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