Chief Executive
Northampton, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 2 weeks ago
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West Northamptonshire is a place of ambition and opportunity. As one of England’s largest unitary authorities, it is home to vibrant communities, growing market towns, world‑class heritage, and a strong foundation in industry, innovation, and green spaces. It is a place with momentum, and we are determined to match that with leadership that is confident, capable, and visionary.
Over the past few years, the Council has set a bold strategic direction: strengthening adult and children’s services, deepening partnerships with health, accelerating regeneration, and championing sustained economic growth. Our long-term plan is clear and credible. What we need now is a Chief Executive who can turn strategy into reality, through presence, influence, and inspiration.
You can see more about the role on our website here: https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/chief-executive
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We are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive with the gravitas to represent West Northamptonshire on the national stage and the skill to lead a large, complex organisation through a period of significant opportunity and challenge.
This is a role for a leader who is as comfortable shaping the future with Ministers, officials and national bodies as they are engaging residents, motivating staff, and empowering partners.
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You Will Be An Experienced, Dynamic, And Emotionally Intelligent Leader Who Thrives In Complexity And Brings People With You. You’ll Have
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West Northamptonshire is a place of ambition and opportunity. As one of England’s largest unitary authorities, it is home to vibrant communities, growing market towns, world‑class heritage, and a strong foundation in industry, innovation, and green spaces. It is a place with momentum, and we are determined to match that with leadership that is confident, capable, and visionary.
Over the past few years, the Council has set a bold strategic direction: strengthening adult and children’s services, deepening partnerships with health, accelerating regeneration, and championing sustained economic growth. Our long-term plan is clear and credible. What we need now is a Chief Executive who can turn strategy into reality, through presence, influence, and inspiration.
You can see more about the role on our website here: https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/chief-executive
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We are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive with the gravitas to represent West Northamptonshire on the national stage and the skill to lead a large, complex organisation through a period of significant opportunity and challenge.
This is a role for a leader who is as comfortable shaping the future with Ministers, officials and national bodies as they are engaging residents, motivating staff, and empowering partners.
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You Will Be An Experienced, Dynamic, And Emotionally Intelligent Leader Who Thrives In Complexity And Brings People With You. You’ll Have
- A proven track record at executive level in a large public service or similarly complex environment.
- Credibility and confidence operating at national level, with the ability to influence government thinking and secure attention for local priorities.
- Expertisein major service delivery, with a strong understanding of the financial and systemic pressures facing local authorities.
- Energy, authenticity, and presence– the kind of leadership that inspires confidence in staff, elected members, partners, and communities.
- A focus on innovation, partnership, and delivery, coupled with the resilience and integrity required of a modern public service leader.
