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Chief Executive

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Posting date: 30 July 2025
Salary: £114,936 to £125,018 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 August 2025
Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Ribble Valley Borough Council
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: CE212

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Chief Executive
Council Offices - Clitheroe

Reference: CE212
Pay: £114,936 to £125,018 per annum (plus 7.5% lease car contribution)
Hours: 37 hours per week

Ribble Valley is one of England’s most desirable places to live and work. Set within the stunning scenery and steeped in rich heritage, our borough combines rural charm with economic ambition. With a strong sense of community, high service standards, and a reputation for sound governance, we are proud to serve one of the safest and healthiest populations in the UK.

We are seeking an exceptional and visionary chief executive to lead the next chapter in our journey. As the head of paid service, you will provide strategic leadership across the organisation and work closely with elected members to deliver our key priorities, uphold our values, and ensure effective stewardship of public resources.

This is an excellent opportunity to shape local government in a high-performing authority that balances traditional values with innovation and forward thinking. The successful candidate will be politically and financially astute, people-focused, and passionate about place, with a proven track record of executive leadership and partnership working across complex public sector environments.

If you're ready to lead Ribble Valley into its next chapter, we’re keen to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Marshal Scott, Chief Executive on 01200 414400 or email marshal.scott@ribblevalley.gov.uk.

To apply or request an information pack, please visit https://webportal.ribblevalley.gov.uk/jobs/1219/chief-executive.

Closing date: Monday, 25th August 2025 (midnight)
Interview date: 17th and 18th September 2025 (applicants should be available for both dates)

To apply online: ribblevalley.gov.uk/jobs

Other ways to apply: For a paper application pack, send your contact details and vacancy reference number to HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk or call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone)

Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.

Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

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