Chief Executive Officer — Shape a Town’s Future

Ad Warrior Ltd; Highweek; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Ad Warrior Ltd seeks a Chief Executive Officer for Newton Abbot Town Council. This high-impact role leads a dedicated officer team, supports 18 councillors, and steers services, assets, culture and events to deliver tangible community outcomes.

You will work across public spaces, heritage, events and partnerships with Teignbridge and the voluntary sector, ensuring organisational capacity and readiness for wider local government changes. The role requires vision, collaboration and sound judgement.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior leadership and governance.
• Experience with financial oversight of a significant budget.
• Ability to navigate political environments and build trust with partners, staff and residents.
• Calm, collaborative leadership style with good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Lead a committed officer team and support 18 councillors.
• Steer an organisation that delivers services, manages assets, runs cultural programmes, supports events.
• Represent Newton Abbot confidently within the evolving local government landscape.

Skills

Senior leadership

Governance

Financial oversight

Stakeholder management

Job description

Ad Warrior Ltd seeks a Chief Executive Officer for Newton Abbot Town Council. This high-impact role leads a dedicated officer team, supports 18 councillors, and steers services, assets, culture and events to deliver tangible community outcomes.

You will work across public spaces, heritage, events and partnerships with Teignbridge and the voluntary sector, ensuring organisational capacity and readiness for wider local government changes. The role requires vision, collaboration and sound judgement.