• Title: Chief Executive and Head of Paid Service
• Name: Miss Kathy Rice
• Department: Chief Executive’s
• Contact Number: 696300
• Profile:

The Council’s most senior officer, with overall corporate responsibility, providing strategic advice and leadership to the Council and acting as the link between the Elected Councillors and the administrative arm of the Council. Responsible for implementing Council policies, managing staff and resources, and ensuring the efficient operation of the local authority. Also, the Proper Officer on Electoral matters; and the Registrar, for the City’s Cemeteries and Crematorium.

She is an experienced lawyer and local government leader, and her career over four decades has included senior roles in Metropolitan, County, District, and London local authorities.