Chief Executive Officer

Citizens Advice Bath and North East Somerset; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity in Bath is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead efforts in delivering quality advice and support to the community. The ideal candidate will possess a strong leadership background within complex organizations and align with the charity's values. The role involves strategic oversight and financial sustainability. Apply by November 3, 2025, for a chance to make a real impact.

Qualifications

• Successful track record in a senior leadership role within a complex organization.
• Commitment to the values and services provided by the charity.
• Experience in the voluntary sector or a change of career from another field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the charity, working with the Trustee Board.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality advice and support.
• Manage the overall strategy and business development.

Job description

Overview

We re looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to lead Citizens Advice Bath & NE Somerset. As CEO, you ll work closely with our Trustee Board and be responsible for overall strategy, business development, and day-to-day management of the charity. You ll make sure we continue to deliver high quality advice and support to people in our community, while also ensuring that we re financially sustainable in a challenging funding environment.

About us

We are a well-established and respected local charity, serving residents and communities across the Bath and NE Somerset area. We deliver a generalist advice service and a variety of specialist projects to meet identified need. We are members of the national Citizens Advice network and a founding partner of the local Community Wellbeing Hub.

About you

You will need a successful track record in a senior leadership role gained in a complex organisation. You must be committed to our values and the services we provide.

You may be an experienced Citizens Advice professional, a senior manager with experience in the other parts of the voluntary sector or someone with an outstanding track record who is looking for a career change.

We strive to achieve diversity in everything we do and so welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you share our commitment to making a real difference to people s lives, and you have the vision and skills to help us build on our success, we d be delighted to hear from you.

The recruitment pack, including role description, person specification and job description is on our website.

Closing date for applications: Monday 3 November 2025; 10.00am

First interview (online): Wednesday 12 November 2025

Second interview (in person; central Bath): Wednesday 19 November 2025