Chief Executive Officer

Michael Page - Client Branded; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focused on transforming the lives of blind and partially sighted individuals is seeking a Chief Executive Officer. This pivotal role entails advocating for sight loss issues, implementing strategic growth initiatives, and fostering an inclusive organizational culture. Join RNIB to lead impactful change and create a world where sight loss is no barrier to opportunity.

Benefits

Work with passionate teams and dedicated volunteers

Influence public policy and accessibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience in complex, high-profile environments.
• Track record of organizational growth and strategic change.
• Strong advocacy and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Champion RNIB's 10-year strategy for sight loss.
• Drive innovation and organizational resilience.
• Grow income through diverse streams.

Skills

Executive leadership experience

Strategic change delivery

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Commitment to equity and inclusion

Job description

View more categories View less categories Sector Public Sector ,Not for Profit / Charity ,Healthcare Responsibilities Executive Management Position/Level CEO Contract Type Permanent

• Lead a nationally recognised organisation with a powerful mission.
• Be part of a future where sight loss is no barrier to opportunity

About Our Client

About RNIB

At RNIB, we're here to create a world without barriers for blind and partially people. With around two million people in the UK currently living with sight loss, and that number expected to rise significantly, we believe the time for change is now.

We're looking for a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead RNIB into its next chapter. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on society and improve the lives of blind and partially sighted people across the UK.

Our Strategy: Seeing Differently

We're asking society to see sight loss differently. Our goals include:

• Changing public perceptions and behaviours to expect full participation from blind and partially sighted people.
• Making accessibility the default in design, services, and environments.
• Campaigning for better services, inclusive education, and employment opportunities.
• Providing high quality and innovative services to support blind and partially sighted people.
• Growing public support through advocacy, volunteering, and fundraising.

By 2050, 500 people a day could begin to lose their sight. The need for action has never been greater.

Job Description

As CEO, you'll work closely with the Board of Trustees and develop and lead a high-performing Executive Leadership Team. You'll be responsible for:

• Championing RNIB's 10-year strategy to ensure every person with sight loss can live the life they want to lead.
• Driving innovation, organisational resilience and long-term stability.
• Grow income through commercial ventures, partnerships, philanthropy and maximising customer experience.
• Be a powerful advocate for the sight loss community, influencing public policy and public perception.
• Fostering a high-performing, inclusive, and values-driven culture, embedding lived experience at the heart of RNIB.
• Ensuring robust governance, risk management, and financial stewardship.
• Leading cultural transformation and organisational change.

The Successful Applicant

We're seeking a dynamic, values-led leader who brings:

• Proven executive leadership experience in complex, high-profile environments.
• A track record of delivering strategic change and organisational growth.
• Strong advocacy and stakeholder engagement capability.
• Experience working with non-executive boards and leading transformation.
• Commercial acumen and proven capability in growing income through diverse streams.
• A deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and lived experience.

What's on Offer

Why Join RNIB?

• Lead a nationally recognised organisation with a powerful mission.
• Work with passionate teams and dedicated volunteers.
• Influence real change in public policy, accessibility, and inclusion.
• Be part of a future where sight loss is no barrier to opportunity.

Apply Now

If you're ready to lead change and shape a more inclusive future, we want to hear from you.

We welcome candidates with a lived experience of sight loss to apply for this role. Should you require access to any documents in alternative formats or any comments and/or suggestions about improving access to our application processes, please contact us using the details below

Contact
Jonathan Wiles
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6753463Z

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

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