Chief Executive Officer

Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent regional business organization based in Hatfield, UK is looking for an experienced Chief Executive Officer. The successful candidate will lead the mission of connecting and championing local businesses while managing a GBP1m revenue operation. Applicants should have a proven track record in senior leadership, strong commercial acumen, and exceptional networking skills. This full-time role offers an excellent opportunity to shape the future of business in Hertfordshire and engage with high-profile stakeholders.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Must possess previous experience in a senior executive position.
• Demonstrating a track record of leading organizations towards success.
• Experience in membership organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation and agility within the organization.
• Oversee and drive results for a GBP1m revenue operation.
• Represent the organization at significant events and forums.
• Create value for members through various engagements and initiatives.

Skills

Proven senior leadership experience with P&L responsibility

Strong commercial acumen

Exceptional networking and influencing skills

Resilience and adaptability

Competitive mindset

Job description

Chief Executive Officer – Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire

Salary: GBP85,000 – GBP100,000

Contract: Full–time

Are you ready to lead one of Hertfordshire's most influential business organisations?

The Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce (HCoC), with over 100 years of history and British Chambers of Commerce accreditation, is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to shape the future of business in the county.

As CEO, you'll be the driving force behind the mission to connect, support, and champion Hertfordshire businesses, balancing commercial sustainability with stakeholder influence and member value. Reporting to the Board, you'll translate strategy into measurable outcomes in areas such as membership growth, revenue, and impact.

What You'll Do

• Lead with Vision: Drive innovation and agility in a changing economic landscape.
• Deliver Results: Oversee a GBP1m revenue organisation with diverse income streams.
• Be the Face of Business: Represent HCoC at high–profile events, forums, and within the British Chambers network.
• Engage Members: Create value through events, advocacy, and new initiatives like the Young Professionals Network.

What We're Looking For

• Proven senior leadership experience with P&L responsibility.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of SME dynamics.
• Exceptional networking and influencing skills
• Resilience, adaptability, and a competitive mindset.

Desirable: Experience in membership organisations, local business knowledge, and public speaking confidence.

Why Join Us?

• Shape economic development and skills agendas.
• Expand member engagement through innovative partnerships.
• Lead a passionate, high–energy team in a respected organisation.

Recruitment Timeline

How to Apply

Charity People Ltd is acting as recruitment advisor to Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and a supporting statement (no more than two sides) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria to our senior appointments team.

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you require any assistance or adjustment to make the application process work for you, please let us know.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.