Charlie Stewart

Charlie Stewart is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in public sector leadership and corporate services. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Resources at Reading Borough Council since August 2022, Charlie has previously held significant roles including Corporate Director of Resources at Harrow Council and Director of Business Improvement at Vivacity Peterborough Culture and Leisure. Additionally, Charlie has acted as Interim Director of Resources for Sandwell Children's Trust, where the oversight included finance, HR, and commissioning. Earlier career highlights include serving as Director of Corporate Services at StepChange Debt Charity, Assistant Chief Executive at Stoke-on-Trent City Council, and Strategic Director of Resources at Brighton & Hove City Council. With a strong foundation in strategic transformation, Charlie has driven service reviews and operational changes in various councils, significantly enhancing efficiency and effectiveness. Charlie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from King's College London.