James Strachan

James Strachan is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in local government and public service. Currently serving as Chief Executive at Eastleigh Borough Council since May 2022, Strachan previously held the position of Service Director for Business Development at Southampton City Council, where key achievements included leading the Covid-19 Silver Command and overseeing significant service contracts and strategic projects. Prior roles include Assistant Director at Hampshire County Council, Deputy Director at the Cabinet Office, and Director at The National Archives, where Strachan led major initiatives in public service and digital transformation. With a strong background in management and strategy, including founding a start-up and holding various leadership positions in the publishing sector, Strachan possesses a wide-ranging skill set complemented by a First-Class BA from the University of Oxford.