Midlothian Council
Dalkeith
£129,606
More information can be found on our dedicated recruitment microsite at: https://www.aspenpeople.co.uk/microsite/midlothian/
This role is responsible for supporting the Executive Director of Place by leading, developing, and managing Place services, with a focus on delivering innovative strategies that grow the local economy and promote inclusive, sustainable development. It involves driving organisational and cultural change, improving service performance, and ensuring effective collaboration across the Council, partners, and external stakeholders.
As a member of the Corporate Management Team, Chief Officer Place focuses on shaping strategy, policies, and procedures to position Midlothian Council as a leading modern local authority. It involves fostering staff development through clear progression pathways and a positive, collaborative culture that encourages new ideas ensuring that services are of the highest quality and meet Elected Member and public aspirations, whilst achieving Best Value and making the best use of resources.
The position also includes overseeing budgets, governance, risk, and compliance, as well as developing policies, service plans, and delivery models that meet community needs.
Place Services encompasses
- Protective Services (Business Regulation, Public Health and Environmental Protection and Health, Safety and Resilience)
- Placemaking (Planning, Sustainable Growth & Investment and Building Standards)
- Neighbourhood Services (Land, Fleet, Roads and Waste)
- Building Maintenance
- Housing
Candidates must have substantial experience in leading transformation initiatives and delivering citizen-centred services, as well as operating effectively at a strategic level within a large complex organisation. The position requires extensive management experience, including service improvement, strategic planning, partnership working, project and budget management, and staff leadership, alongside a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks.
For a confidential discussion on the role, please contact Catriona Mackie or Harry Thomson at Aspen People on 0141 212 7555.
To apply, please upload your CV and cover letter (as one document) below. Please note, all applicants should also complete an equality monitoring form, this is available for download below and should be sent to hfarman@aspenpeople.co.uk. For any administrative queries or issues please contact Hannah Farman at Aspen People on 0141 611 0856.
Recruitment Timetable:
Applications Close: Friday 8th May
Assessment Centre: Monday 1st June
Panel Interviews: Wednesday 10th June