Details:
- Salary: £123,477 - 133,618 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Ballymena Mid and East Antrim
- Date: 17 hours ago
Description:
Chief Executive
Help deliver our vision for Mid and East Antrim
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is seeking an exceptional leader to become its new Chief Executive to help shape the future of one of Northern Ireland's most ambitious boroughs.
Serving more than 140,000 residents across Ballymena, Carrickfergus, Larne and our surrounding rural communities, the Council plays a key role in supporting economic growth, delivering high-quality services and helping our communities thrive.
With a workforce of nearly 700 and an annual expenditure budget of £102.2million, we are looking for:
An experienced leader with the vision, integrity and determination to guide the organisation through all the opportunities and challenges local government brings.
As Chief Executive, you will provide:
* Strategic leadership across the organisation, ensuring strong governance
* Financial stewardship and the effective delivery of services.
You will work closely with Elected Members, staff, partners and stakeholders to drive innovation, improvement and organisational success.
This is a significant leadership opportunity and unique chance to lead one of Northern Ireland's most ambitious councils.
Closing date: Monday 02 Nov 2026 12:00
If this sounds like you, please hit apply now!
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council is an equal opportunities employer
Our reference: AGS703
Vacancy: Chief Executive
Location: Ballymena
Salary: £123,477 – £133,618 per annum
Hours: Permanent
Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council