Chief Executive Officer

Creative UK; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative sector organization in Bristol is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to drive its mission of supporting creative talent and influencing policy. The role demands strong strategic leadership and a deep understanding of the UK's creative industries. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in fundraising and a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Proven strategic leadership experience in complex, mission-driven organisations.
• Deep understanding of the UK's creative industries and policy landscape.
• A successful track record of entrepreneurial fundraising and income diversification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction and growth of Creative UK.
• Drive innovation, inclusivity, and commercial success.
• Work closely with the Board and Executive Team.

Skills

Strategic leadership experience

Understanding of creative industries

Fundraising and income diversification

Financial acumen

Stakeholder engagement skills

Collaborative leadership style

Political awareness

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction, growth and sustainability of Creative UK.
• Be a champion for the UK's world-leading creative industries to government, media and the public.
• Drive our mission to build a fairer, more prosperous society through creativity.
• Work closely with the Board and Executive Team to deliver our ten-year strategy.
• Drive innovation, inclusivity and commercial success across our programmes and partnerships.

Qualifications

• Proven strategic leadership experience in complex, mission-driven organisations.
• Deep understanding of the UK's creative industries and policy landscape.
• A successful track record of entrepreneurial fundraising and income diversification.
• Strong financial acumen and experience overseeing complex budgets.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• A collaborative leadership style and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Political awareness and confidence in high-profile, multi-stakeholder environments.

About Creative UK

Creative UK is committed to building a more inclusive and representative workforce. We value difference and celebrate the creativity it brings. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.

Creative UK is the independent network for the UK's Creative Industries, championing the power of creativity to drive positive change. We are seeking a visionary and values-led Chief Executive Officer to lead our mission to support creative talent, influence policy, and unlock opportunities for growth and impact across the UK.