Chief Executive

Mid And East Antrim Borough Council; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 123,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council seeks an exceptional Chief Executive to shape the future of Ballymena and surrounding areas. With a workforce of nearly 700 and a budget of £102.2 million, the role combines strategic leadership, governance, and bold community impact.

The Chief Executive will work with Elected Members and partners to drive innovation, service improvement and sustainable growth, ensuring civic ambition translates into tangible outcomes for over 140,000 residents.

Qualifications

• An experienced leader with vision, integrity and determination.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership across the organisation with strong governance.
• Financial stewardship and the effective delivery of services.
• You will work closely with Elected Members, staff, partners and stakeholders to drive innovation, improvement and organisational success.

Job description

Chief Executive

Help deliver our vision for Mid and East Antrim

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is seeking an exceptional leader to become its new Chief Executive to help shape the future of one of Northern Ireland's most ambitious boroughs.

Serving more than 140,000 residents across Ballymena, Carrickfergus, Larne and our surrounding rural communities, the Council plays a key role in supporting economic growth, delivering high-quality services and helping our communities thrive.

With a workforce of nearly 700 and an annual expenditure budget of £102.2million, we are looking for:

An experienced leader with the vision, integrity and determination to guide the organisation through all the opportunities and challenges local government brings.

As Chief Executive, you will provide:

• Strategic leadership across the organisation, ensuring strong governance
• Financial stewardship and the effective delivery of services.

You will work closely with Elected Members, staff, partners and stakeholders to drive innovation, improvement and organisational success.

This is a significant leadership opportunity and unique chance to lead one of Northern Ireland's most ambitious councils.

Closing date: Monday 02 Nov 2026 12:00

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer

Our reference: AGS703

Vacancy: Chief Executive

Location: Ballymena

Salary: £123,477 – £133,618 per annum

Hours: Permanent

Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council