At Bath & North East Somerset Council everything we do is aimed at making positive changes for the people in our area. We're proud of our work, we're hugely ambitious, and well placed in these difficult times. Our business approach is the driving force behind our success – enabling us to get results and make things happen (often things that have never been done before). Now, we're looking for an inspirational leader with the vision and determination to help us take the next leap forward.

We want you to challenge things. What's more, we want you to use your influence to lead change and move strategies forward. In a politically sensitive environment like ours, you'll need to understand the unique nature of public sector decision making and service delivery to make the most of that opportunity. But as a natural leader, it will be the way you work with people across the council and beyond to support and motivate that really sets you apart. You'll lead. You'll innovate. You'll inspire.

For a confidential discussion please call Rashpal Kaur Singh on +44 (0)20 7333 8197 or Jan O'Brien on +44 (0)20 7333 1443 quoting reference HN6679MJ. Closing date: Friday 3rd February 2012. Harvey Nash is a global executive search consultancy. Complying with BIS: We are an Employment Agency.

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