|
|
16 Jan 2012
DAME Lesley Strathie, former CEO of HM Revenue & Customs, has died.
Dame Lesley stood down from the role in November for health reasons, having been diagnosed with cancer earlier in the year.
The former Jobcentre Plus chief executive joined HMRC in November 2008, having also held posts at DWP and the Department for Education.
Dave Hartnett, HMRC permanent secretary for tax, said: "I am deeply saddened by the news of Lesley's death. She was a wonderful friend and colleague who worked hard all her life serving the public.
"She defended HMRC, often in the face of strong criticism, but always set herself high standards and expected the same of others. She will be greatly missed by everyone she worked with during her time at HMRC and by all former colleagues in other departments."
You may also like
Search thousands of financial jobs:
Search thousands of financial jobs:
Careers
Search for jobs
Click to search our database of all the latest accountancy roles
Create a profile
Click to set up your profile and let the best recruiters find you
Jobs by email
Sign up to receive regular updates with the latest roles suitable for you
Briefings
By looking at the reasons supplier statements became unfashionable, and the reasons why it is different today, this paper delves into the many benefits that can be obtained by automating the process.
Having a real and true view of your organisation’s current financial position, and having the right systems and processes in place, will ensure that you can make strong choices and are ready to capitalise on opportunities
AccountancyAgeInsight is a frequently updated resource centre for finance professionals, offering a free and easy-to-use digital library of briefings, white papers and other information resources. 
Visitor comments Add your comment
Echo Dave Hartnett's comments
Very sad news. Working alongside Lesley in Jobcentre Plus I quickly realised she was a true public servant - putting her service to the public at the forefront of her vision. Her passion for all of us to achieve her high standards was obvious for all to see.
Posted by: Derek McMahon, 16 Jan 2012 | 14:46
a great dame and a great public servant
I knew Lesley from dwp- when we started the back to the floor for senior managers she commented that some of us had never left it. She was a role model as a woman and as someone who made their way to the very top without any of the usual background privileges
Posted by: lyn mcdonald, 16 Jan 2012 | 19:07
Lesley
Lesley was a tremendous Chief Executive for Jobcentreplus . I worked for her over a number of years ...a very caring boss who will be sadly missed xxxx
Posted by: Lynda Russell, 17 Jan 2012 | 17:47
Inspirational
Lesley was my area manager when I worked for JCP and she truly inspired me in my career and life. I still have a card she wrote to me which was full of her words and motivational quotes and many times in my life I have read it. Lesley leaves a legacy as a great role model in the way she managed and led people, supporting, developing and motivating them.
Posted by: Leigh Wallis (Harvey), 19 Jan 2012 | 21:12
An inspirational leader
Lesley was an inspirational leader with a true passion for public service. She was also warm, funny and great to work for, she will be sadly missed.
Posted by: Amanda Ettridge, 20 Jan 2012 | 18:08
Sad Loss
I had the pleasure to meet Lesley whilst working for Jobcentre Plus, this is such a sad loss of such a genuinely lovely lady. Taken so young. You will be missed Lesley.
Posted by: Carol Moore, 20 Jan 2012 | 22:19
Down to earth
I, too, had the pleasure of meeting Lesley, a couple of times whilst working for Jobcentre Plus and was saddened by this news. Lesley was probably one the most down to earth and sincere senior managers, I have ever met, being genuinely interested in what staff had to say and very easy to talk to. My condolences to her family and friends.
Posted by: Virginia Batty, 26 Jan 2012 | 01:42