Head of Paid Service
The Richmond and Wandsworth Joint Staffing Committee discussed the recruitment process for a new Chief Executive in June 2026.
The recruitment and selection process for a new Chief Executive was discussed by the Richmond and Wandsworth Joint Staffing Committee in June 2026. This role is also known as the Head of Paid Service, the most senior permanent officer of a local authority.
The Head of Paid Service is a statutory role within local government, responsible for the overall management of the council's staff and ensuring the effective discharge of its functions. This position is equivalent to the Chief Executive.
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