Chief Executive Officer

Charity Horizons; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health charity is seeking an inspirational Chief Executive Officer to lead its growth and strengthen its impact. The role involves providing strategic leadership, managing key services, and advocating for mental health across the region. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in senior leadership, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to the charity's mission. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a tangible difference in mental health support.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of senior leadership in charity, public, or health sector.
• Experience with Boards of Trustees for governance and oversight.
• Demonstrable financial and organizational management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the organization.
• Lead and inspire a committed team for high-quality services.
• Ensure strong financial management and sustainability.

Skills

Senior strategic leadership

Financial management

Networking and partnership skills

Outstanding communication

Job description

Are you an inspirational leader looking for your next challenge? Would you like the opportunity to guide a respected mental health charity through the next exciting stage of its journey?

York Mind is a vibrant and compassionate organisation dedicated to promoting recovery from mental ill-health, improving emotional wellbeing and supporting independent living. Through a wide range of services, including 1:1 support, advocacy, social activities, training and workplace wellbeing programmes. York Mind provides both face-to-face and digital support to people across the region.

Driven by the belief that mental health matters and that everyone has the right to thrive, York Mind works tirelessly to challenge stigma and ensure that support is accessible to those who need it. Last year alone the organisation supported more than 4,500 people experiencing mental health challenges, helping them move towards healthier and more fulfilling lives. Guided by values such as Being Brave, Standing Up, Developing Together, Actively Seeking and Being Pragmatic, the team is united by a shared commitment to making a genuine difference.

We now have a career-defining opportunity for a new Chief Executive Officer to lead York Mind into its next chapter, strengthening its impact and ensuring more people receive the support they deserve.

The Role

The Chief Executive Officer will report to the Board of Trustees and will be responsible for the overall strategic leadership, management and development of York Mind.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing clear strategic leadership and direction for the organisation in line with its vision, mission and values.
• Working closely with the Board of Trustees to shape and deliver the long‑term strategy and ensure effective governance.
• Leading and inspiring a committed team to deliver high‑quality services that support recovery, wellbeing and independence.
• Ensuring strong financial management and sustainability, including developing income streams and funding opportunities.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with partners, commissioners, local authorities, communities and the wider voluntary sector.
• Championing mental health awareness and advocating for the needs of people experiencing mental ill‑health across the region.

The Person

We are looking for an inspiring and values‑driven leader who is passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing. The successful candidate will bring the credibility, energy and vision required to lead a growing and impactful charity.

Key skills and experience include:

• A strong track record of senior strategic leadership, ideally within the charity, public or health sector.
• Experience of working effectively with Boards or Trustees to deliver robust governance and organisational oversight.
• Demonstrable financial and organisational management experience, ensuring sustainability and operational excellence.
• Excellent networking, partnership and influencing skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to inspire staff, partners and the wider community.
• A genuine commitment to York Mind’s mission and values and to improving mental health outcomes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a highly respected organisation making a tangible difference to people’s lives. As CEO of York Mind, you will have the chance to shape the future of mental health support across the region, working with a passionate team and committed trustees to expand the charity’s reach and impact. For more information please download the job pack here

If you believe you could lead York Mind through the next phase of its journey, we would love to hear from you.