CEO - Chambers of Commerce

Logic Resourcing Ltd; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable business association in Stafford seeks a strategic leader to oversee its operations, champion growth, and engage effectively with community stakeholders. This is an opportunity to shape economic prosperity in Staffordshire, requiring strong leadership skills and financial acumen. The role offers an attractive package of circa £120,000, including pension and benefits, and involves hybrid working. Applications close on January 23, 2026.

Benefits

Pension benefits

Attractive salary

Qualifications

• Strong track record of leading change and driving growth in a senior leadership role.
• Experience modernising or transforming an organisation while respecting its heritage.
• Passionate about supporting SMEs, start-ups and scale-ups.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the Board's strategy and drive the Chamber's commercial growth.
• Build relationships with MPs, councils, and business leaders.
• Oversee budgets and manage funding bids.

Skills

Commercial sharpness

Strategic vision

Relationship building

Financial acumen

Job description

If you're looking for a strategic leadership role where your impact can be seen and felt across a whole county—supporting businesses, influencing policy and shaping long-term economic prosperity—then this is an opportunity to lead real, lasting change.

For over 200 years, Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has been a trusted, independent voice for business—supporting entrepreneurs, SMEs and major employers across our county. They champion growth, opportunity and prosperity, helping businesses belong, connect and thrive.

This is a meaningful opportunity for a commercially astute, people‑focused leader who is passionate about Staffordshire—ready to create real impact across the business community and play a pivotal role in shaping the county's economic future.

What you’ll do:

• Lead delivery of the Board's strategy and drive the Chamber's commercial growth.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with MPs, councils, business leaders and key partners.
• Grow and strengthen membership so the Chamber remains the place businesses want to belong.
• Provide clear financial leadership, overseeing budgets, as well as leading and managing funding bids.
• Shape and amplify the Chamber's policy and advocacy voice through our Council, forums and wider stakeholder networks.

The Chamber is in a strong position. Respected, stable and purposeful, and there is real freedom to shape its future. It’s not broken; this is about taking something good and making it great.

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking a leader who brings a blend of commercial sharpness, strategic vision and a natural ability to build and foster relationships. This may be your next‑step CEO role, or you may already be operating at the executive level. We are especially interested in candidates who:

• Have a strong track record of leading change and driving growth in a senior leadership role.
• Have experience modernising or transforming an organisation—respecting its heritage while bringing fresh thinking and steady improvement.
• Are passionate about Staffordshire and about supporting SMEs, start‑ups and scale‑ups, and can speak credibly across the whole business community.
• Bring strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to diversify income and increase commercially generated revenue.
• Lead with authenticity: supportive, empowering, non‑micromanaging, and able to take people with them on the journey.
• Are based locally or committed to spending time in Staffordshire each week.
• Can confidently engage MPs, councils, universities and senior business leaders across the area.

Role Details:

Package: Circa £120,000 + Pension & Benefits

Organisation: Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce

Location: Stoke on Trent – 35 hours hybrid working, Monday to Friday, with additional out-of-hours required at times

The closing date for applications is Friday, 23rd January 2026, however, early submission is advised.