Chief Executive Officer

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is seeking a values-driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the organization. This role involves delivering outstanding membership experiences and improving the healthcare profession's profile through strategic management and leadership, ensuring a positive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills and the ability to engage and influence.
• Proven track record in a senior leadership role.
• Experience within a membership organisation and international engagement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of operational and strategic plans.
• Ensure timely financial reporting and governance.
• Monitor performance against objectives and KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Influencing

Engagement

Education

Experience in senior leadership role (Director or COO)

Knowledge of healthcare sector

Job description

All applicants must apply through Roz Wood, HR Consultant at [e-mail]

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

Chief Executive Officer

Location – Glasgow City Centre

Salary – on application

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is a global community of healthcare professionals committed to improving patient care.As the UK’s only multidisciplinary Royal College, we have a unique voice in healthcare.

We’re seeking a values-driven Chief Executive to lead the College into its next chapter. With support from a dedicated team of 125 employees, you’ll deliver an outstanding membership experience with excellent educational opportunities to support healthcare professionals throughout their careers.

As CEO, you will:

·Contribute to and oversee the development of operational and strategic plans that meet the current and future needs of the College, and ensure the College achieves these plans in a resource efficient way

·Increase the profile, influence and relevance of the College among the healthcare professions and promote its aims and objectives

·Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting on a monthly basis, demonstrating progress against financial targets and management of risk

·Initiate, implement and maintain sound financial governance systems, continuously monitoring adherence to legislation, ensuring that effective action is taken to address issues of risk and non-compliance

·Monitor the performance of the College against agreed objectives and KPIs, and be responsible for taking corrective action when performance is not in accordance with any agreed performance plan

·Maintain an inclusive and positive work environment where diversity is valued, and everyone can contribute to the achievement of a committed workforce.

We’re looking for a leader who has:

·Strong leadership skills with the ability to engage, influence and take people with them

·A proven track record of success in leading an organisation in a senior leadership role as a Director or as a Chief Operating Officer

·Ideally have experience of working in a membership organisation ideally with international membership

·Knowledge of the healthcare sector and a demonstrable understanding of the challenges facing healthcare professionals

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to Roz Wood at [e-mail] no later than the closing date of Monday 14 July 2025. A detailed Candidate Briefing Pack is available on request and includes further information about the College and the role. You can also use the same email address to request an informal discussion with the President, Professor Hany Eteiba, prior to applying.