Salary: £170,000

Cardiff, capital city of Wales, is at the heart of a strong and growing city region. Cardiff Council, with its impressive history of achievement and regeneration plus a reputation for dynamism and innovation, is playing a central role in creating the next chapter for the city.

As a Member-led, policy driven and professionally managed Council, we are committed to improving the quality of life of our citizens, communities and customers. Cardiff is not only home to Welsh Government, but also a European capital city. A place where people want to live, work and visit and global businesses want to invest.

We are looking for a high performing individual to work with the Council's political leadership and our newly appointed team of Directors. You will be responsible for implementation of policy priorities and delivery of the strategic outcomes of the organisation's Corporate Plan. As Head of Paid Service you will lead the full integration of all Council services whilst providing strategic leadership of an organisation of 18,000 staff; manage a budget of £920m, as well as oversee the delivery of over 700 council services to 346,000 residents, 70,000 daily commuters and 14.6m annual visitors.

Our recent recruitment experience tells us that Cardiff attracts top-flight candidates. We are looking for an individual with fresh perspectives and a proven ability to lead, manage and develop partnerships that unlock the potential to work across boundaries and sectors to secure the best possible outcomes for Cardiff, the capital of Wales.

Are you ready to deliver a brighter future for Cardiff?

To register your interest or for more information please visit this link or contact Steve Thomas at the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) on 02920 468610.

Closing Date:Monday 29th July 2013.