Chief Executive
Salary: £149,074 - £153,584 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Denbighshire (Agile and Flexible options available)
Relocation: Allowance of up to £8,000
Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme, Agile Working
At Denbighshire County Council, we are committed to building on our achievements and continuing our journey to make Denbighshire an outstanding place to live and work. We are now seeking a decisive and inspirational Chief Executive to help shape the future of our organisation and deliver meaningful outcomes for our residents and communities. This is a pivotal leadership role, requiring a candidate who can confidently support and advise elected Members, navigate a complex political landscape, and demonstrate a strong understanding of the Welsh political context. An appreciation of the Welsh language and culture is essential, reflecting our commitment to inclusivity and heritage.
We are looking for a strategic leader who is suitably qualified and capable of inspiring and empowering a diverse workforce. You will bring the skills to coach and develop a dynamic, high-performing Senior Leadership Team, driving the delivery of our ambitious Corporate Plan 2022–2027, which includes priorities such as quality housing, economic prosperity, well-being, learning, sustainability, and cultural vibrancy.
As a role model for the Council, you will demonstrate exceptional influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders ranging from Government Ministers to local communities. If you have the vision, commitment, and leadership qualities to guide the Council through transformation and continuous improvement across all services and functions, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. We offer flexible and agile working arrangements, and we are well-positioned to invest in and expand our services to meet the evolving needs of our communities.
If you’re ready to shape the future of Denbighshire and lead us into an exciting new chapter, we look forward to hearing from you.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact the Leader of the Council, Councillor Jason McLellan on 01824 706140 or by email to leader@denbighshire.gov.uk. For a discussion about the interview process, please contact Catrin Roberts (Head of Corporate Support Services People) – catrin.roberts@denbighshire.gov.uk on 01824 712521.
The County of Denbighshire
The County of Denbighshire in North Wales stretches from the coastal resorts of Rhyl and Prestatyn in the north, through the Vale of Clwyd, over the panoramic Horseshoe Pass into the picturesque Dee Valley. The bustling town of Llangollen is home to the annual International Music Eisteddfod and on the edge of the recently designated World Heritage Site of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Llangollen canal.
Not only are we fortunate to be located in a truly stunning area of the UK, we also have excellent transport links. Along the A55, Liverpool, and Chester are within an hour’s drive, and Holyhead and Manchester just an extra 20 minutes.
Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the scenic frontier of North Wales, embracing some of the UK’s most wonderful countryside. The Clwydian Range is an unmistakable chain of purple heather-clad summits, topped by Britain’s most dramatically situated hillforts. Beyond the windswept Horseshoe Pass over Llantysilio mountain, lies the glorious Dee Valley with historic Llangollen, a famous transport route rich in cultural and industrial heritage. Offa’s Dyke Path National Trail traverses this specially protected area, one of the least discovered yet most welcoming and easiest to explore of Britain’s finest landscapes.
How to Apply?
You can download an application form from our website at:
www.denbighshire.gov.uk/working-together
Please submit your application to Andrea Malam, Organisational Development Manager via email to the following address: workforus@denbighshire.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: Noon, Tuesday 30th September 2025.
Denbighshire County Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to Equal Opportunities and Welsh Language Standards. We welcome applications made in the Welsh Language. Any applications made in the Welsh Language will not be treated less favourably than any submitted in English.
For alternative methods of applying, please call HR on 01824 706200.
If you have not received an invite to an assessment centre within 3 weeks of the closing date, then you must assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.
