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Interim Chief Executive
Job summary
A leading housing charity in the South East is seeking an Interim Chief Executive to provide operational leadership during an important transition. The CEO will oversee daily operations, ensure service continuity, and support strategic initiatives. This 6-month contract offers a competitive salary of approximately £130,000, requiring an office presence three days per week. Candidates with strong leadership experience and skills in governance are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
- Strong leadership skills and relevant experience in operational roles.
- Ability to navigate organizational change effectively.
- Experience in governance and compliance frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations ensuring service delivery continuity.
- Collaborate with the executive team to maintain strategic priorities.
- Support the organization through its transitional phase.
Starfish Search is supporting a leading housing and support charity with the appointment of an Interim Chief Executive to provide confident, operational leadership through a key period of organisational transition.
The Interim CEO will take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the organisation, ensuring continuity across service delivery, people, finance, governance and regulatory compliance. Working closely with the executive team, the role will provide stability and clarity while maintaining momentum against strategic priorities, supporting the organisation through change and positioning it well for its next phase.
The role is based in the South East, with an expectation of being in the office three days per week and occasional travel across the organisation’s operating footprint.
The role will be offered on a 6-month contract, with a salary of circa £130,000, starting in January.
If this aligns with your experience and availability, please get in touch at tom.race@starfishsearch.com to enquire or apply here.
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