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Aberdeen City Council - various roles

Aberdeen City Council, various roles

Aberdeen is one of Europe's most thriving cities. Its dynamic economy has long been recognised as providing its citizens with the highest quality of life in Scotland.

Aberdeen City Council provides key services to over 220,000 citizens and is one of the city's leading employers with around 8,000 staff and a gross revenue budget of over £580m.

Due to both current postholders securing promotion opportunities, this demonstrates the calibre of experience gained whilst working for us. We are now seeking candidates with proven leadership qualities and a track record in delivering change in an innovative and sustained way.

Director of Social Care and Wellbeing

c£109,000

Key role providing leadership, vision, professional advice and strategic direction on the provision of the full range of social work services. The wide ranging agenda will demand extensive experience in Social Work at a senior managerial level. Your energy and inspiration will directly influence the well-being of the City of Aberdeen.

The major improvement programme introduced in recent years continues to focus on strengthening public service and we're looking for business leaders with proven experience in managing change to help us continue with our journey.

Director of Corporate Governance

c£109,000

This is a wide ranging role. A key member of the Council's leadership team, you will work closely with the Chief Executive and Elected Members, drive corporate strategy and steer the Council's financial decisions to ensure high quality outcomes for all service users.

Further information on both roles is available at the Aberdeen City Council microsite, full application details are also available at this site. For a confidential discussion please contact Catriona Mackie or Katy Gall on 0141 212 7555.

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