Thank you for your interest in these exciting national leadership roles with the National Skills Academy Process Industries which covers the chemical, pharmaceutical and polymer industries.

I am delighted that you are considering a post with the Academy, which launches in 2008, and I encourage you to apply.

The recruitment of our leadership team marks the beginning of the implementation phase of the Academy.  Our new team will build on the success of our Shadow Board which has secured funds for the establishment of the Academy and generated significant employer support.

Now that our business plan has been agreed with the Learning and Skills Council and Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills, we are moving forward quickly towards full operating status in 2008 – starting with the appointment of our leadership team.

These appointments are critical for the future success of our industries and their employees in the UK, and we want the very best applicants.

We are looking for leaders with a passion for business and skills who are:

• highly motivated self-starters and network builders
• able to exploit new business opportunities
• effective communicators.

We want to attract innovative, clear-thinking and talented candidates, with an exceptional record of achievement.   We are looking for the best – and will be open in considering secondments or other flexible arrangement to make these key appointments.

There’s a wealth of information and links in this website to help you find out more.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call our consultants Peter Addison-Child  or James Sturdy at Navigate on 0870 240 6800

I look forward to receiving your application.

Craig Crowther
Chief Executive