Chief Executive Officer

Harrogate BID; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local business improvement organization is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead its ambitious business plan. The role requires strong leadership skills, financial acumen, and the ability to forge partnerships within the community. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator with a proactive mindset, balancing strategy with execution. This full-time position is based in Harrogate, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

NEST Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in BIDs, place-making, or town centres.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Capability to balance strategy with hands-on delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the BID's business plan.
• Forge partnerships with private and public sector stakeholders.
• Manage team and contractors for impactful projects.

Skills

Senior leadership experience in economic development

Confident communicator

Financial management skills

Project management skills

Business-savvy mindset

Job description

Overview

Chief Executive Officer

Salary: £50,000-£60,000 per annum (DOE). Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire. (Due to the nature of this role, the CEO will be expected to work most of their hours from Harrogate, either in the office or meeting with businesses). Full time, Permanent (subject to successful ballots every five years. Notice period is three months). Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexible working required).

Benefits

• NEST Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Closing date: 5 November 2025

About Harrogate BID

Harrogate BID (Harrogate Business Improvement District) is seeking a dynamic, strategic and hands-on Chief Executive Officer to lead the delivery of its ambitious business plan. Representing around 500 town centre businesses, the BID plays a vital role in promoting, enhancing and shaping Harrogate as a vibrant, successful and attractive place to live, work and visit.

As CEO, you will be the public face and driving force of the organisation - forging strong partnerships, championing the business community, managing the team and contractors, and ensuring projects and services deliver real, measurable impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the BID's ambitious business plan.
• Be the public face and driving force of the organisation.
• Forge strong partnerships with private and public sector stakeholders.
• Champion the business community and represent Harrogate BID externally.
• Manage the team and contractors; oversee projects and services to deliver measurable impact.

Requirements

• Has senior leadership experience in BIDs, place-making, town centres or economic development.
• Is a confident communicator and relationship-builder with both private and public sector stakeholders.
• Brings strong financial, project and team management skills.
• Has a creative, proactive and business-savvy mindset.
• Can balance strategy with hands-on delivery.

How to apply

To apply for this exciting leadership opportunity, please submit:

Subject line: CEO Application - Harrogate BID

• An up-to-date CV
• A covering letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your interest and suitability for the role

On receipt of your CV and covering letter you will be sent the full recruitment pack outlining the role in more detail.

Key Dates

• Application deadline: Wednesday 5 November 2025
• Interviews: 18/19 November 2025

Harrogate BID is committed to being an inclusive and equitable organisation. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are actively working to ensure our recruitment processes are as fair and open as possible.

PLEASE NOTE: THIS ROLE HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY ADVERTISED. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY AGAIN AS YOUR DETAILS HAVE ALREADY BEEN CONSIDERED.

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