Chief Executive in Hereford

Salary: £174,377

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Location: Herefordshire, England, United Kingdom

Herefordshire stands at an exciting moment in its story. It is a place set in outstanding natural beauty, defined by strong communities, a dynamic rural economy, and a deep sense of identity. It’s a county where heritage and innovation meet; where thriving market towns, creative businesses, and a vibrant agricultural base sit alongside bold ambitions for sustainable growth.

As Chief Executive, you will lead an organisation that is proud of its roots and ambitious for its future. You will unite councillors, partners, and communities around a common purpose to make Herefordshire an exemplar of what rural leadership can achieve. Working alongside a committed leadership team and dedicated workforce, you’ll build on strong foundations and deliver tangible progress that people can see and feel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the council’s strategic direction and translate the Council Plan into visible outcomes.
• Steer complex systems with political sensitivity, financial discipline, and strategic clarity.
• Balance environmental stewardship with economic opportunity, tackling phosphate and river quality challenges while enabling suitable home development.
• Champion transformation grounded in data, inclusion, and community engagement, turning vision into delivery.
• Represent Herefordshire on regional and national platforms, sustaining influence within the Marches Forward Partnership and shaping English devolution.

About You

We’re looking for a leader who brings gravitas, inspires trust, builds relationships, and empowers others to do their best work. You should be comfortable shaping national policy conversations as well as engaging with local residents. No specific qualifications are specified.

For further information, please visit: https://www.deliverforherefordshire.com/.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact our recruitment partners at Tile Hill: Helen Alwell (07931 543313) or Liam Young (07760 695867) or Clare Connor (0161 408 0703).