Depute Chief Executive

Reference 369.04

With one of Scotland's youngest and fastest growing populations, West Lothian is a vibrant and diverse council located in the heart of Scotland, ideally situated between Scotland's two major cities. We have an ambitious strategy for our future success which focusses on the delivery of high quality public services and positive outcomes for those who live, work and do business in West Lothian.

We are looking to appoint a Depute Chief Executive to work with and support the Chief Executive and the Executive Management Team in providing strategic direction to a range of high profile services.

This is your opportunity to help shape the future success of West Lothian and make your mark at one of Scotland's most innovative and successful local authorities.

Influential and inspiring, you'll take responsibility for the development of our vision and strategy as well as control of all operations covering Education Services, Area Services and Planning and Economic Development. Raising attainment across West Lothian's schools is a key priority for the council. The post holder will ensure that the council continues to raise attainment within West Lothian and deliver positive destinations for our young people.

Forming strong professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders, you will lead change, thrive on challenges and enable the achievement of wide ranging objectives.

At present, you will be working at a senior level, with experience in delivering change within a large, complex organization.

You are passionate about delivering on our priorities which will make a lasting and sustainable impact on the local area and improve the lives of residents in West Lothian. Building on strong performance and a culture of continuous improvement, you will be confident in your ability to play a leading role in completing an ambitious programme of change that will modernise and improve services in the coming years.

We look forward to meeting you.

To apply: visit www.westlothian.gov.uk/jobs-and-employment or call 01506282222 or email hrsupport@westlothian.gov.uk

Closing Date: 19 April 2015

West Lothian Council
West Lothian, Civic Centre, Livingston
westlothian.gov.uk