North Yorkshire councillors will vote on whether to appoint Dale Owens as the council's next chief executive next week.
Mr Owens, who currently leads Gateshead Council, is the appointment committee’s preferred candidate to succeed Richard Flinton.
If councillors approve the recommendation on Wednesday 18th November, Mr Owens is expected to take up the role in May 2027.
Mr Owens previously worked for North Yorkshire County Council as an assistant director in health and adult services.
He went on to lead integrated health and adult services at Gateshead Council before becoming its chief executive in 2024.
Cllr Carl Les, leader of North Yorkshire Council and chair of its chief officer appointment committee, said:
“Dale demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities, a clear strategic vision and a strong commitment to public service.
"We were also impressed by his understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing our county.”
Mr Flinton announced his retirement in August after around 40 years in public service.
He will stay on as returning officer to oversee North Yorkshire’s local elections in May.
He oversaw the reorganisation in April 2023 that brought eight councils, including Harrogate Borough Council, together to form North Yorkshire Council. The council says the move has saved more than £69 million.
Mr Owens said:
“Subject to approval, I am looking forward to working with councillors, colleagues, partners and residents to build on these achievements and help deliver the best possible outcomes for communities across the county.
“I recognise the strong foundations established under Richard Flinton's leadership and would be proud to lead the organisation into its next chapter.”
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