Public Sector CEO: Town Regeneration & Civic Leadership

Newton Abbot Town Council; Highweek; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Newton Abbot Town Council is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to provide high‑impact leadership as the Council’s Proper Officer and strategic lead, guiding an officer team, supporting 18 councillors, and delivering services, assets, and cultural programmes.

You will work across public spaces, heritage, events and partnerships with Teignbridge and Devon, build organisational capacity, and prepare the council for future local government changes, ensuring visible, valued leadership across the town.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership with governance and financial oversight experience.
• Ability to navigate political environments and build trust with partners, staff and residents.
• Calm, collaborative leadership style with good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Council as Proper Officer and strategic leader, guiding an officer team and supporting 18 councillors.
• Oversee services, assets, culture programmes and civic life.
• Represent Newton Abbot within the evolving local government landscape.

Job description

Newton Abbot Town Council is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to provide high‑impact leadership as the Council’s Proper Officer and strategic lead, guiding an officer team, supporting 18 councillors, and delivering services, assets, and cultural programmes.

You will work across public spaces, heritage, events and partnerships with Teignbridge and Devon, build organisational capacity, and prepare the council for future local government changes, ensuring visible, valued leadership across the town.