Chief Executive (Full Time)

New Start; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastleigh Borough Council is seeking an inspiring Chief Executive in Eastleigh, Hampshire. The role leads the council through its next chapter and delivers lasting benefits for residents, with a focus on housing and growth, and the council’s Strategic Partner initiatives.

Closing date: 15 November 2026. Visit the council’s jobs page for more details or contact the listed numbers for information.

Responsibilities

• Lead the organisation through its next chapter to deliver lasting benefits for residents.
• Support Eastleigh’s bold housing and commercial growth agenda and Strategic Partner role.

Job description

Jobs

Chief Executive

Salary

circa £150,000

Expires

15/11/2026

Location

Eastleigh, Hampshire

Job Type

Full Time

At Eastleigh, we're turning ambition into action through our bold housing and commercial growth agenda. We're one of just three councils nationally selected as a Homes England Strategic Partner, securing £154.4 million to deliver more affordable homes.

We embrace the opportunities presented by reorganisation and devolution across the region. We're looking for an inspiring and confident Chief Executive to lead the organisation through its next chapter and deliver lasting benefits for our residents.

Visit www.eastleigh.gov.uk/jobs/chief-executive or contact Jo Boardman (07834 030501) or Penny Ransley (07549 233685).

Closing date 15 November 2026

Company: Eastleigh Borough Council

Salary: circa £150,000

Location: Eastleigh, Hampshire

Sector: Corporate Services

Sector: Corporate Management Team

Sector: Regeneration and Local Economies

Job Role: Chief Executive