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Dstl: Know The Unknown

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Dstl hire the brightest minds in the country. But their better-known competitors were taking the best talent. So we launched an awareness campaign and created a challenging online game. We not only found the right people, but we picked up a few awards along the way too!

Winner - Digital Experience for Early Talent
Winner - Best Digital Solution
Winner - Best Recruitment Website (below £50,000)
Winner - Innovation in Recruitment

Latest roles in Executive and Interim

Chief Executive - Lancashire County Council

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Closing Date: 24 Nov

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Director of Finance – Southampton City Council

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Chief Executive - Rushcliffe Borough Council

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Things we're talking about

In the lead up to NCASC 2024: A discussion with Melanie Williams, President of ADASS

Ahead of the National Children and Adults Conference 2024, and for Penna’s 50th Birthday, Melanie Williams shares insights into the challenges and opportunities in adult social care, along with her hopes for the future of the sector. Watch the full interview with Melanie Williams and Amin Aziz.

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Leaders – Born or Made? A review of our Aspirant Chief Executive Programme

Now in its fifth year, Julie Towers reflects on our Aspirant Chief Executive Programme, drawing on her experience in local government and executive recruitment to explore whether leaders born or made.

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More Houses equals More Talent

Driven by increasing demand for skilled professionals and changes in how local authorities manage housing services, George Agyemang, Jon Dilling and Pete John outline the significant shifts being experienced in the housing sector.

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