Chief Executive Officer Recruitment (Mat Cover)

Creative Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to lead an arts and culture organization through a transformative period. This exciting role involves strategic oversight, community engagement, and collaboration with various stakeholders to promote the organization's mission and values. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the arts, a strong leadership background, and the ability to navigate complex relationships within the cultural sector. If you are ready to make a significant impact and champion the arts, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leadership roles within the arts or cultural sector.
• Strong understanding of governance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic direction of the organisation in line with the business plan.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders and funders.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Community Development

Education

Relevant Leadership Experience

Degree in Arts or Management

Job description

Chief Executive Officer Recruitment (Mat Cover)

Be United

Deadline: 30 June 2025 at 10:00

Are you an experienced leader passionate about the arts, culture, and community development? Be United is seeking a CEO (Mat Cover) to guide the organisation through an exciting year.

Title: Chief Executive Officer (Maternity Cover)

Salary: £40,500 pro rata (Contract: 4 days/ 32 hours pw)*
*As part of our commitment to Fair Work, Be United works a 4-day work week, paid at 5.

Contract Date: To be agreed on. (Estimated 1st August 2025 – July 2026.) This is a fixed-term contract that may be open to extension.

Reporting to: Board of Trustees

Charity Registration: SC044615


About the Role
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the overall leadership of the organisation. They will lead the strategic direction of the organisation in line with the 2025 – 28 Business Plan, which they will monitor in collaboration with the Creative Director supported by the Board of Trustees. The CEO will work with the Board of Trustees to ensure accountability and informed decision making for the governance of the organisation. They will exercise oversight of all management and financial decisions and will ensure legal compliance.

The CEO will be an outstanding leader ensuring all strands of activity contribute to shared objectives and will promote collaboration and the values of the organisation. They will be a bold and strategic think that takes a proactive approach to the role and will operate with high standards and be committed to the organisational values of excellence, equity and empowerment.

The CEO, alongside members of the team, will be an advocate and ambassador of Be United and will work to raise the profile of the organisation and champion the organisation in the wider cultural sector. They will manage relationships with key stakeholders, potential and existing funders and will be comfortable working at the most senior levels as well as with grass roots organisations and individuals.

The deadline is Monday 30 June 2025 at 10:00.

TAGGED:
Audience Development / Equalities / Music