Chief Executive

Chief Executive

Permanent, Full Time

Up to £228,753 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Anywhere worker

Closing Date:

To apply for this role, please visit:
https://faerfield.co.uk/jobs/permanent-roles/essex/current-opportunities/chief-executive

Essex is a county with a clear identity, a clear vision and a clear plan. As
one of the largest UK local authorities, with significant diversity of
people and communities, we offer a uniquely stimulating public service
environment. Our track record was recently recognised with a top-three place
in the latest IMPOWER index of councils’ productivity. And we’ve made a firm
commitment that this is ‘Everyone’s Essex’ – everyone matters, and no one
should be left behind.

The retirement of our Chief Executive, Gavin Jones, creates a
once-in-a-career opportunity to lead a stand-out local authority with
national importance. With a deep commitment to the prosperity and wellbeing
of our residents, and an inspiring vision for our future, we’ve laid strong
foundations over recent years, and we’re excited about what’s yet to come.
We know that there are ways in which we can further refine our
organisational model and operations to deliver more and better, and we’re
ready to take the brave decisions that will get us there.

We’re looking for a new Chief Executive who both understands our ambition,
and has the technical and personal skillset to help us achieve it. You’ll
understand the concept of real stewardship of place and people, and will be
motivated to leave at least as good a legacy as you will inherit. An
exceptional leader of teams at all levels, you’ll know how to engage and
inspire colleagues to get behind a collective plan. Equally, you need to be
well (and extensively) connected to central government, policymakers and
those with influence at the macro level. You’ll bring an impressive track
record of shifting the dial on major issues, as well as the ambition and
creativity to keep us at the forefront of the sector. A credible and
energising leader – respected locally, regionally and nationally – you’ll be
ready to play your part in the next chapter of our remarkable story.

“This has been the best job in the country... my successor will be
leading an enviable organisation.”

Gavin Jones, retiring CEO, Essex County Council

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Martin Tucker

Email: mtucker@faerfield.co.uk


Tel: 0121 312 3755

Rob Naylor

Email: rnaylor@faerfield.co.uk


Tel: 0121 312 3755

Indicative timetable:

Closing date for applications: Thursday 28 November 2024

Preliminary/Technical Interviews: Wednesday 4 December 2024 and Thursday 5
December 2024 (Via Teams)

Stakeholder Meetings: 16,17 and 18 December 2024 (Via Teams)

Final Interviews: Monday 13 January 2025 (Chelmsford)

Formal approval (at Full Council): Thursday 13 February 2025

To apply:

To apply please visit
https://faerfield.co.uk/jobs/permanent-roles/essex/current-opportunities/chief-executive

Location: Chelmsford, GB

Posted Date: 11/25/2024