With rapid improvement over the past two years, and an ambitious programme of service reviews and initiatives, we've never been better placed to deliver a sustainable future for the communities of Shetland.Whichmakes this a truly exhilarating time to join us.

We want to appoint a Chief Executive who can understand the extraordinary potential of the Council, and harness our energy and talents in service of our community. Resilient, visionary and with a good grasp of how to build on the work we've started, you'll bring an impressive repertoire of leadership styles and a reputation for delivery. You should be able to demonstrate good experience of leading change within a political setting, showa substantial record of high achievement, and be rigorous in your pursuit of the highest quality of professional performance across the Council.

If you'd like to find outmore, please visit this link. For an initial informal discussion, please call Evelyn Dougherty at SOLACE Enterprises on 0845 601 0649.

Closing date: noon, 23 July 2012.