Will has dedicated over 22 years to Essex County Council, with the past 13 spent at the award-winning Essex Social Care Academy (ESCA). As a key leader within ESCA, he plays a central role in commissioning and delivering the learning and development offer for Adult Social Care.

A skilled communicator, trainer, and experienced leader, Will is passionate about creating the conditions that enable individuals and teams to thrive in the complex and ever-evolving landscape of local government and social care. His commitment to innovation and excellence has been recognised nationally—he was part of the team that won Gold for Innovation at the 2017 Social Worker of the Year Awards, and again in 2021 when Essex was named Employer of the Year.

Outside of work, Will enjoys an active lifestyle with his partner and their beloved spaniel. As a UK Athletics-registered run leader, he leads a local running group on early morning 5k trail runs—often with the dog in tow—and occasionally takes on the challenge of ultra-marathons at the weekend.