Chair - Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA)

Metzger Search & Selection; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Chair for the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA) in the UK. The role requires an impartial leader known for their integrity and strategic vision, capable of guiding the Association and representing the sector positively. Candidates should possess strong leadership qualities and a trusted voice within the cleaning and hygiene industry. Flexibility for home working and travel required. Interested applicants should submit their CV along with their remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Impartial, independent, and credible within the cleaning and hygiene industry.
• A confident leader and communicator who inspires trust across the membership.
• Known for integrity, fairness, and ethical conduct.
• Well established and respected in the sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible leadership to the Council.
• Act as an ambassador for the Association, representing the sector externally.
• Safeguard the CHSA's reputation.
• Champion commitment to standards, accreditation, and sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Integrity

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Role Title: Chair - Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA)
Remunerated role plus expenses
Location: Home working with flexibility to travel as required
Engagement: Consultancy basis (self-employed)
Time commitment: equivalent of 4-5 days per month, flexibly spread

Metzger Search and Selection are delighted to be working with The Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association (CHSA), the leading voice of the away-from-home cleaning and hygiene sector.

Since 1997, the CHSA’s renowned Accreditation Schemes, supported by their Code of Practice, have provided robust assurance to buyers as well as promoting members’ interests through advocacy, thought leadership, events, and public awareness campaigns.

They are currently seeking to appoint a remunerated Chair who is an impartial, respected, and forward-thinking leader who will guide the Association through its next chapter. If you would like to help shape the future of the UK’s cleaning and hygiene supply sector and lead an organisation committed to raising standards, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Providing visible leadership to the Council and guiding the strategic direction of the CHSA
• Acting as an ambassador for the Association, representing the sector externally
• Safeguarding the CHSA’s reputation for independence, integrity, and fairness
• Championing their commitment to standards, accreditation, and sustainability

Candidate requirements

• Impartial, independent, and credible within the cleaning and hygiene industry
• A confident leader and communicator who inspires trust across the membership
• Known for integrity, fairness, and ethical conduct
• Ideally well established and respected in the sector, with a motivation to “give back” to the industry

If this sounds of interest, please send your CV in Word format, quoting reference 33466/LT/ED detailing your current remuneration package and availability. If your application is of interest, one of our consultants will be in touch. We regret that due to the high volume of responses, only those candidates who are progressing to the next stage will be contacted.