Chief Executive

North Yorkshire Council; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 206,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a Chief Executive to lead England's largest unitary authority and shape the future of the region. You will work closely with elected Members, partners and communities to deliver high-quality public services at scale across 640,000 residents.

This role carries national significance and offers the chance to influence regional and national policy while guiding a talented workforce toward ambitious outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven strategic leadership with credibility, political acumen, and vision.
• Experience leading a large public sector organisation.
• Ability to work with elected Members, partners and communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead one of England's largest unitary councils.
• Shape the future of North Yorkshire with elected Members and partners.
• Inspire confidence across stakeholders and communities.

Job description

Chief Executive - North Yorkshire Council

North Yorkshire Council View all jobs

• North Yorkshire
• Permanent
• Full-time

6 hours ago

Salary: £205,749 to £224,986 plus relocation support and Returning Officer allowances

Location: North Yorkshire

Contract: Full-Time Permanent

Lead one of the most ambitious councils in local government.

North Yorkshire Council is seeking an exceptional leader to become our next Chief Executive.

Serving 640,000 residents across England's largest county, North Yorkshire Council is one of the country's newest and most ambitious unitary authorities. Three years on from local government reorganisation, we are financially resilient, high performing and nationally recognised for service excellence. Now we are looking for a Chief Executive who can build on these strong foundations and lead us into the future.

This is a role of national significance. Working closely with elected Members, partners, communities and the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, you will shape the future of one of the UK's most diverse and influential local authorities.

Why North Yorkshire?

• Lead one of England's largest unitary councils.
• Join a financially stable, high-performing organisation.
• Work with a talented and ambitious workforce.
• Influence regional and national policy and investment.
• Deliver impact at scale across communities, places and public services.
• Enjoy an outstanding quality of life in one of the UK's most desirable locations.

We are looking for a proven strategic leader with the credibility, political acumen and vision to lead a complex organisation and inspire confidence across members, colleagues, partners and stakeholders.

Whether you are an established Chief Executive or a senior local government leader ready for your next challenge, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of North Yorkshire.

Closing date: 21 October