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Chief Executive - Lancashire County Council

Could you rise to the challenge of transforming one of the largest councils in the United Kingdom?

Salary: £170,000 - £180,000

Could you rise to the challenge of transforming one of the largest councils in the United Kingdom?

We're looking for someone exceptional to rethink and reshape our organisation while delivering the best possible standards of service to our customers, in an extremely challenging financial climate.

We need someone with the experience and knowledge to strengthen the council as a driving force for economic growth and provide inspirational leadership for our employees.

If this sounds like you, for further details go to www.joinlancashire.co.uk.

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