Chief Executive Officer

Richmond & Wandsworth Councils

Chief Executive Officer

Location | London
Salary | Competitive, with excellent benefits

Richmond and Wandsworth are two of London’s most vibrant and diverse boroughs, each with its unique character, rich history, and strong community spirit. Wandsworth is known for its thriving, innovative environment, combining the best of urban life with beautiful green spaces, while Richmond is a picturesque borough that balances dynamic opportunities with tranquillity. Both boroughs are committed to growth, sustainability, and inclusivity, making them not just great places to live and work, but also places that set the standard for others to follow.

As the Chief Executive, you will lead both boroughs through an exciting period of transformation and renewal. You to drive forward the ambitious goals of both councils and lead the next phase of its game-changing partnership, the Richmond and Wandsworth Better Service Partnership improving both boroughs’ forever.

You will be responsible for modernising the councils' infrastructure, enhancing service delivery, and amplifying the national profile of both boroughs. Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring that our services are accessible and inclusive to all who live and visit the boroughs, and that our workforce is prepared to meet future challenges. With a strong financial foundation, you will oversee significant investment and continue to build upon our reputation of challenging the status quo and pioneering innovation in public services.

We are looking for a visionary world class leader with a proven track record of managing large, complex organisations, successfully. Currently a Chief Executive in local government or a senior leader with previous experience in the public sector, you should be a strategic thinker with the ability to translate political vision into operational success, at scale. We are looking for a leader that is both dynamic and empathetic, able to connect with a broad and diverse range of communities and stakeholders. Above all, we seek someone with the passion and humility to lead with purpose, bringing new ideas and energy to our councils as we continue to strive for excellence.

To find out more, click Apply, or contact Ben Parsonage (07530 578921) or Frazer Thouard (07384 810 743) from our recruitment partners at GatenbySanderson.

Closing date: Sunday 20 October 2024