St Basils, Chief Executive

CAMPBELL TICKELL; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent charity organization in the West Midlands is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive to lead its mission of eliminating homelessness among young people. The role involves strategic leadership, innovative service development, and strong operational management. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in leadership, change management, and a commitment to the welfare of young people. This position offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Exceptional leader with a strong record of strategic achievements.
• Experience in managing change and understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Commitment to improving the lives of young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to the organization.
• Develop innovative, community-focused approaches.
• Ensure strong financial and operational management.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Strategic achievement

Change management

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

St Basils

Chief Executive

c.£87k | West Midlands

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026 at 09:00am

We are one of the largest organisations in the West Midlands supporting young people who are homeless or at risk. As both a housing provider and a charity, we deliver a wide range of prevention, accommodation, and support services. With a 50-year legacy of transforming lives, our mission is simple: to design out homelessness and ensure it is never part of growing up.

Responsibilities

We are now seeking a dynamic Chief Executive to lead the organisation into its next phase of impact. Working closely with our Board, staff, and the young people we support, you will champion our values and drive the organisation toward achieving its purpose. This is an opportunity to shape services that make a real difference, strengthen partnerships, and influence the wider system supporting young people.

You will provide strategic leadership, develop innovative community-focused approaches, and ensure strong financial and operational management within a demanding regulatory environment. You will support and motivate staff, make confident safeguarding decisions, and build influential relationships with stakeholders, partners, and funders. At every level, you will embed our mission, vision, and values.

Qualifications

We are looking for an exceptional leader with a strong record of strategic achievement, experience of managing change, and a clear understanding of safeguarding and regulatory responsibilities. You will bring excellent relationship-building skills and a deep commitment to improving the lives of young people and ending homelessness.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected organisation with a long-standing commitment to young people and to make a lasting difference across the West Midlands.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Isabella Ajilore at Campbell Tickell: [e-mail] to book a time for a conversation or call 07572 166417. You can download the job pack and apply at www.campbelltickell.com/jobs.