Chief Executive

Overview

Employer:

arc
21

Location:

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Salary: £107,590 - £113,059 per annum

Closing date:
Monday 16 March m

arc
21 is a regional waste management partnership for six Northern Ireland Councils, established in 2003. We work collaboratively to deliver statutory waste obligations, drive innovative programmes, and develop essential infrastructure, supporting sustainable and efficient waste management for our communities.

We are seeking an experienced leader to serve as Chief Executive, leading our team, shaping arc
21’s future, and providing strategic guidance to the Board and partner Councils while representing the organisation at all levels. At a pivotal time of transformation, the role will drive service expansion, commercial opportunities, and delivery of our Corporate Plan, ensuring arc
21 remains innovative, resilient, and impactful.

• Bring strong leadership and a clear vision to the organisation.
• Inspire, motivate, and support multi-disciplinary teams.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee a budget of £10m and ensure efficient financial management.
• Introduce fresh perspectives, ideas, and innovation to help arc
  21 grow and thrive.

• Experience as a senior leader is essential.
• Experience in waste or environmental services is not essential, though a keen interest in sustainable practices and innovation is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex programmes and influence across multiple stakeholders.

This role offers the opportunity to shape an organisation that makes a real difference across Northern Ireland, using your expertise to drive innovation and lead arc
21 into its next phase of growth and excellence.

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• Type:
  Permanent
• Salary: £107,590 - £113,059 per annum
• Published on: 20 Feb 2026
• Location:
  
  Belfast, Northern Ireland