Chief Executive Officer

Larry's Coffee; Coventry; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Coventry is seeking a Governance & Strategic Leadership leader. The candidate will oversee compliance with legal obligations, engage with stakeholders, and drive financial sustainability through diverse funding sources. Successful experience in strategic leadership, financial management, and community engagement is essential. The role emphasizes the importance of inclusive practices and fostering community participation. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on organizational success and community outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in strategic leadership and governance.
• Strong understanding of financial management and compliance.
• Proven expertise in community engagement and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Lead income generation across diverse funding sources.
• Actively manage risks and develop the Senior Management Team.

Job description

Governance & Strategic Leadership

Ensure full compliance with constitutional, regulatory, and legal obligations, upholding the Nolan Principles and Charity Commission guidance.

Work in partnership with the Board to advise on, draft, and recommend long‑term strategy; provide evidence‑based insights to support regular review of vision, mission, and values.

Embed co‑design and beneficiary voice at the heart of strategic planning through inclusive and accessible engagement with communities, partners, and staff.

Financial Management & Sustainability

Maintain accountability for budgets, internal controls, and equitable resource allocation, providing timely and accessible management information.

Ensure compliance with funder requirements (e.g., Sport England) and manage conflicts of interest transparently.

Lead income generation across a diverse funding portfolio including private, statutory, local authority, philanthropic and international/European sources, building values‑aligned partnerships.

Core Strategy Delivery & Impact

Lead delivery of the organisation's 5‑Year Strategy with measurable equity outcomes, reasonable adjustments, and accessible communications.

Strengthen community engagement and grassroots participation programmes that foster belonging, inclusive access, and (where relevant) targeted diversionary activity.

Expand leadership pathways through, for example, the LeaderBoard Academy, promoting lived experience, inclusive recruitment, and leadership development.

Lead, refine and grow Sporting Equals Charter offer as a core mechanism for sector support, knowledge transfer and systemic leadership on race equity.

External Affairs & Communications

Build respectful, reciprocal relationships with stakeholders across the UK, amplifying community evidence and beneficiary voice.

Represent the organisation confidently in the media and at events, modelling inclusive language, behaviours, and values.

Risk, Compliance & People

Actively manage the Risk Register, identifying and mitigating risks including governance failure, discrimination, and safeguarding, with clear escalation routes and accountability mechanisms, including safe recruitment and ongoing staff/volunteer training.

Lead, support, and develop the Senior Management Team; set fair objectives, conduct appraisals, and champion wellbeing and professional development.