Chief Executive Officer

YMCA Brunel Group; Bath; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

YMCA Brunel Group in Bath is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to provide strategic leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver our vision and charitable purpose. Based in Bath with travel across geographical areas of our work, you will lead the Executive Team to drive organisational effectiveness, financial sustainability, service quality and growth.

You will safeguard our people, resources and reputation while evolving YMCA Brunel Group to continue making a lasting

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and work closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver the organisation's vision and charitable purpose.
• Lead the Executive Team to drive organisational effectiveness, financial sustainability, service quality and growth.
• Safeguard our people, resources and reputation while evolving YMCA Brunel Group to make a lasting difference in the communities we serve.

Job description

Due to the retirement of our current CEO, we are looking to recruit to this position, with the aim of an April 2027 start.

As Chief Executive Officer of YMCA Brunel Group, you will provide strategic leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver our vision and charitable purpose. Leading the Executive Team, you will drive organisational effectiveness, financial sustainability, service quality and growth, while fostering a positive culture aligned with our values. You will safeguard our people, resources and reputation, ensuring YMCA Brunel Group continues to evolve and make a lasting difference in the communities we serve.

Salary £85,000 - £100,00 depending on skills and experience.

Based in Bath but with the ability to travel across all geographical areas of our work.

Applications close on midday Friday 20th November 2026

Proposed interview date: Thursday 3rd / Friday 4th December 2026