Chief Executive Officer Douglas, Scotland
Job description
The Isle of Man is a self-governing Crown dependency with a proud heritage and huge ambitions for the future. Those living in the Island benefit from an unbeatable quality of life and great lifestyle opportunities. The Island is one of the safest places to live in Europe and is the only Island Nation in the World to be awarded UNESCO Biosphere status. Traditional industries are augmented by strong financial and professional services representation and an emergent e-gaming sector, all driving growth, prosperity and further opportunity for those who live and work here.
As Chief Executive you will lead the Civil Service which delivers a broad range of services to a growing population of c85,000 residents. The Chief Executive will lead the development of a cohesive organisation of national government which supports and delivers the priorities of the Council of Ministers, ensuring excellent public services across the Isle of Man.
Whether providing strategic advice and policy guidance to the Chief Minister and the Council of Ministers, providing advice and support to the Lieutenant Governor, or leading and directing the Public Service, this is a multi-faceted role offering stretch and challenge to an accomplished leader used to working effectively at the political interface and with a broad and diverse range of stakeholders.
The Chief Executive will be alert and engaged to the changing external landscape whilst ensuring a focus on performance improvement and transformation across Government to ensure the Isle of Man is well-placed to capitalise and reaffirm its position. Comfortable in a representational role, you will be at ease contributing to the reputation of the Isle of Man nationally and internationally.
Already experienced as a senior leader, and with an appreciation of Public Service and its values, you will be ambitious for further stretch and development. You will need to be able to translate your experience to a unique environment and place to ensure effective government enables all communities here to thrive and fulfil their potential.
About the Island and relocating
To find out more about the Island and the lifestyle you could enjoy here, take a look at Locate Isle of Man’s guide to moving to the Isle of Man here.
If you are relocating or returning to the Island, you can also benefit from the National Insurance Holiday Scheme, which allows you to apply for a refund on your NI contributions for your 1st year of living here. To see how this scheme could benefit you, and to find out more about relocating to the Isle of Man, visit www.locate.im.
How to find out more and apply
For more information about this unique appointment please see the attached job pack or speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners; Jonathan Clark on 07736 818185 or Jemima Dalgliesh on 07811 977039.
If you would like to apply, please visit www.berwickpartners.co.uk/88253 to submit your application. The closing date is Monday 24 April 2023.
We support flexible working and equality, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment
The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and would encourage you to apply.
The Isle of Man Public Service is an equal opportunities employer which supports and promotes flexible working. We understand its benefits in improving work-life balance and supporting health and wellbeing and, in its different forms; it is widespread throughout the Public Service. We are happy to discuss part-time or flexible working arrangements, including job share partnerships, for our roles (where possible) and if interested you should discuss this with the Hiring Manager.
Find out more about where a career in the Isle of Man Public Service could take you at hr.gov.im/careers
