Chief Executive Officer

hireful; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A notable charity organization in Nottingham is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to provide strategic and operational leadership. The role involves enhancing the voluntary sector and making a lasting impact on the community. With a salary range of £55,000 - £57,000, this hybrid position offers a unique opportunity for an experienced leader to develop strategy and secure funding. Key responsibilities include overseeing team development and representing the organization at all levels. Candidates should have significant experience in the sector and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Flexible home working options

Opportunity to influence strategy

Make a tangible difference in the community

Qualifications

• Experienced senior leader from the voluntary or community sector.
• Track record of developing strategy and securing funding.
• Ability to influence at senior levels while being approachable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the organisation.
• Ensure long-term financial stability through income generation.
• Lead and develop the senior team, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Represent the organisation externally and strengthen their profile.

Skills

Strong financial and organisational management capability

Experience leading, coaching and motivating teams

Insight into the policy, funding and partnership landscape

Collaborative, solutions-focused mindset

Job description

Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to join their organisation as Chief Executive Officer to play a pivotal role in delivering the strategic aims of the organisation and making a lasting impact on the community they support.

Position: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £55,000 - £57,000 dependent on experience
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: hybrid: Nottingham City office base (Dryden Enterprise Centre) and community-based across the City, with flexible home working options.

Are you a dynamic and experienced leader passionate about strengthening the voluntary and community sector? They are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead their dedicated team and drive their mission forward.

Their fundamental aim is to enhance the quality of life for people in Nottingham by bolstering the voluntary and community sector.

They provide crucial support in three key areas:

• Volunteering: They strive to improve the quality and diversity of volunteering opportunities throughout the city.
• Voluntary Sector Development: They strengthen the capacity of the voluntary sector through promoting best practices, offering funding advice, and providing essential training.
• Voices: They champion the voluntary sector on critical issues, ensuring its access to and influence upon key decision-makers.

About the role

As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, working closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver the organisation’s vision, ensure long-term sustainability, and maximise their impact across the city.

You will lead a committed team, oversee the development of their programmes and services, and act as their principal ambassador – building strong relationships with partners, funders and networks locally, regionally and nationally. A key part of the role will be securing income, championing the VCSE sector, and ensuring they continue to respond effectively to the changing needs of communities and organisations in Nottingham.

This is a broad, influential role suited to a leader who is equally comfortable setting strategy, representing the organisation at senior levels, and rolling up their sleeves when needed.

What you’ll be responsible for

• Providing clear strategic leadership and direction for their organisation, translating vision into delivery
• Ensuring the organisation’s long-term financial stability through income generation, grants and partnerships
• Leading and developing the senior team, fostering a collaborative, values‑led culture
• Working with Trustees to maintain strong governance, performance management and accountability
• Representing them externally and strengthening their profile with funders, partners and decision‑makers
• Championing the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector through advocacy, collaboration and engagement
• Overseeing budgets, resources and organisational infrastructure to support effective delivery

What they're looking for

You will be an experienced senior leader, ideally from the voluntary or community sector, with a strong understanding of how local infrastructure organisations support communities and volunteering in Nottingham/Nottinghamshire.

You’ll bring a track record of developing strategy, securing funding and building effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You’ll be confident influencing at senior levels, while remaining approachable, hands‑on and values‑driven.

You’ll also bring:

• Strong financial and organisational management capability
• Experience leading, coaching and motivating teams
• Insight into the policy, funding and partnership landscape affecting the VCSE sector
• A collaborative, solutions‑focused mindset with the confidence to lead change
• Flexibility to work across Nottingham and occasionally outside standard office hours. The Chief Executive Officer is expected to attend in‑person meetings in and around Nottingham 1 to 3 days a week, on average.

Why join their organisation?

This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected, long‑established organisation at the heart of Nottingham’s voluntary and community sector. You’ll have the chance to shape strategy, influence decision‑making, and make a tangible difference to communities across the city.

Application Process

Closing date: 8am Monday 16th February. Interviews will be held 11th and 12th March.

By clicking on the link to apply for this role you will be able to read the job description and person specification in full and view their CEO recruitment video.

Thank you for considering them as your next professional home and they look forward to receiving your application.

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