Trafford is a thriving, diverse, prosperous and culturally vibrant area which sits at the heart of Greater Manchester. We are a key asset to the region with a place at the top table of the Northern Powerhouse. These are exciting times at Trafford with so much happening across the borough – including the launch of a new university, building much-needed affordable new homes, investing millions of pounds in high-profile regeneration projects and hosting world class sporting events.

We now need a Chief Executive who will help us deliver on our ambitious plans for growth. Our vision principles for Trafford are about place and people; creating a flourishing and sustainable Trafford where residents feel proud to live.

We are passionate about empowering our workforce to deliver excellent services with people and families at the heart of everything we do.

Our new Chief Executive will help shape our place, drive our economic and housing growth, improve our services and exceed the expectations of our residents, staff, communities and partners. We are looking for an inspirational leader who will bring their passion, drive and vision to Trafford.

Commercially astute with a strong customer focus, you will bring insight and drive our innovation. You will be politically aware with a proven ability to command the respect, trust and confidence of councillors, staff, partner organisations and residents.

We have a great story to tell in Trafford and we are incredibly proud of what we do. We need our new Chief Executive to make the borough an even better place to live and work, and who will lead our people so that the great things already happening in Trafford continue for future generations.

If you have the personal qualities we are looking for please click on apply or talk to our advising consultants at GatenbySanderson – Luke Judd on 0113 205 6077 or Philip Emms on 0113 205 6078.

Closing date: 25 October 2018.