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WORKFORCE

Assistant Director Roles

Assistant Director (Planning and Regeneration)

Up to £61,000

Assistant Director (Health and Environmental Services)

Up to £61,000

We are now looking for two assistant directors with the ability to see the big picture and be inspirational leaders who can empower their teams to breathe life into our vision.

These are not ordinary roles and certainly not for the faint hearted. If you're ready for a challenge like no other then we look forward to hearing from you.

For an application form and information pack log onto:

Visit our website here or contact: (01522) 873290 or email here.

Closing date Friday 4th May, 4pm.

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