Chief Executive in Widnes)

Ad Warrior Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 172,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant local authority is seeking a Chief Executive to lead strategic initiatives and drive transformation in the community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of efficient leadership, visionary thinking, and the capability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and investment in personal development.

Benefits

44 days annual holiday allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme membership

Flexible working arrangements

Essential Monthly Car User Allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven senior experience in a leadership role.
• Ability to navigate complexity and bring people together.
• Passion for making a tangible difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a talented workforce.
• Advise and support the Council's leaders.
• Champion innovation and collaboration.
• Deliver transformation and foster a high-performing culture.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Relationship building

Vision

Job description

Overview

Chief Executive – Location: Widnes, Cheshire. Salary: £172,900 to £186,038 per annum. Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time.

Our client is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports. Their progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It\'s an exciting time to join them as they develop new policies and transform the way people access services.

The Role

As the Chief Executive, you will be the driving force behind their future - ensuring Halton continues to be a place where people want to live, work, invest and visit. You will:

• Inspire and lead a talented workforce with strategic direction, clarity, ambition and purpose.
• Advise and support the Leader of the Council, Executive Board, and Members with clarity and purpose.
• Champion innovation and collaboration, building on strong partnerships across the Liverpool City Region, Cheshire & Warrington, and national government.
• Deliver transformation and foster a high-performing organisational culture that is aligned with the Council\'s vision, values, and corporate priorities.

Skills and Qualifications

They\'re looking for a leader with vision, resilience and proven senior experience. Someone who can bring people together, navigate complexity, and turn ambition into delivery. You\'ll be as comfortable building trusted relationships with regional leaders as you are motivating frontline colleagues. Above all, you\'ll share their passion for making a tangible difference in people\'s lives.

Benefits

• A generous annual holiday allowance of 44 days per year (including bank holidays) for this role
• Membership of their defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions
• 3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension Scheme
• Investment in your personal development
• Free Car Parking at HBC sites
• Flexible working arrangements
• Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Essential Monthly Car User Allowance

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable Council, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

https://careers.halton.gov.uk/jobs/job/Chief-Executive/281

Closing Date : Sunday 5th October 2025

Assessment Centre : Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th October 2025

Appointments Committee Final Interviews : Thursday 27th November