Senior West Northamptonshire Council officer lands top role overseeing resources
A senior West Northamptonshire Council officer has secured a top leadership position following a national recruitment process.
Sarah Hall, currently the council's corporate director of law and governance and monitoring officer, has been appointed executive director for resources.
The council said the recruitment process attracted strong candidates from across the country.
Sarah, a qualified solicitor with 25 years of public sector experience, has held her current position since October 2024.
Her responsibilities have included overseeing legal services, democratic and electoral functions, information governance, regulatory services, coroners and registrations.
She has also been involved in the council's transformation and organisational development programmes.
Among her achievements is helping deliver Northamptonshire's £10.6million County Mortuary project, alongside initiatives aimed at improving services and reducing costs.
Sarah said: “I am honoured to have been appointed as executive director for resources and would like to thank members and colleagues for their support.
“I am looking forward to working with colleagues across the council to build on the progress already made.”
Council chief executive Martin Henry welcomed the appointment, highlighting Sarah's experience and understanding of the organisation.
He said: “She brings a wealth of experience, an excellent understanding of the organisation and a proven track record of delivering positive change.”