About the Combined County Authority

Lee Sirdifield has more than 20 years’ experience working in local government. He began his career at North Lincolnshire Council before working at Leicester City Council, the City of Lincoln Council, and then moving on to spend eleven years with South Kesteven District Council where he held a number of key roles, including Strategic Director – Transformation and Change and Assistant Chief Executive. 

In October 2020, Lee became the Assistant Director – Corporate for Lincolnshire County Council. During that time, he completed his MBA at Lincoln University and attained chartered manager status. Lee has led on the devolution programme for Greater Lincolnshire, working across the three constituent authorities to negotiate and secure a deal and to establish the Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA). 

Since February 2025, Lee has taken on the role of Interim Chief Operating Officer and Head of Paid Service for the GLCCA. Lee is committed to ensuring that the Greater Lincolnshire derives the benefits from devolution, and will be working closely with members, businesses and communities to support growth across the region.