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Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - The Eveson Trust Location: Worcester (minimum two days per week in the Trust's office; travel across Worcestershire, Herefordshire and the West Midlands) Salary: circa £75,000 Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week Are you a judicious, outward-looking leader who can sharpen strategy and raise the profile of a regionally rooted grant-maker with a significant endowment? About The Eveson Trust The Eveson Trust is a Worcestershire-based, place-focused grant-maker established from the bequest of Violet Mary Eveson. With an endowment of approximately £100 million, the Trust supports an annual grants programme of around £5-6 million and in 2022 modernised its legal structure by becoming a Charitable Incorporated Organisation while retaining strong local roots. We exist to relieve need and enhance quality of life across Worcestershire, Herefordshire and the West Midlands, prioritising support for people with disabilities, mental-health needs, children and young people in need, older people, those experiencing homelessness, and users of hospitals and hospices. Our next CEO will be central to translating stewardship into measurable local impact and sustainable grant practice. As our next Chief Executive Officer, you will: Strategy & Impact: lead the development and delivery of a refreshed strategic plan and grant-making framework that focuses resources where they will make the greatest measurable difference. Governance & Finance: support and advise the Board and sub-committees, ensuring robust governance, high-quality committee papers and sound financial stewardship of the endowment. Operational Leadership: strengthen internal systems and processes, make effective use of Salesforce, and propose a right-sized resourcing model to deliver the Trust's ambitions. Income & Investment Oversight: work with the investment advisers and Trustees to balance spending policy, long-term capital protection and responsible investment principles. Community & Partnerships: build regional funder partnerships, increase reach in under-represented areas and foster strong relationships with grantees and local stakeholders. Grants Quality & Safeguarding: ensure rigorous due diligence, proportionate monitoring and consistently high standards of safeguarding and risk management. Brand & Profile: establish and deliver a communications plan that raises the Trust's visibility across urban and rural communities. Team & Culture: lead, mentor and develop a compact team and oversee high standards in HR, data protection and operational compliance. Who you are A seasoned senior leader with demonstrable experience in grant-making, philanthropy or a closely comparable mission-driven setting. Financially literate and confident with investment reports, annual accounts, budgets and risk analysis. Experienced in modern grants processes, due diligence and impact-focused monitoring. Comfortable advising and constructively challenging Trustees, producing concise, evidence-based committee papers. A strong relationship builder with a track record of partnership development and external representation. Skilled in strategic analysis, clear judgement and using data (for example Salesforce reporting) to inform decisions. Why The Eveson Trust? A rare leadership opportunity to steward a significant endowment and shape a strategic grant-making approach across a diverse regional footprint. A respectful, detail-focused Board and a compact, capable team who value proportionate, evidence-based practice. The chance to expand the Trust's presence in under-represented boroughs and to develop meaningful funder partnerships. Competitive salary, defined-contribution pension, flexible working and a supportive, mission-focused culture. The role offers clear scope to design the team and systems needed to deliver a more impact-focussed future for the Trust. For full details of the role including how to apply, please contact Jenny Hills for the full appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill at with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile which will be treated with the strictest confidence. Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 2nd February 2026 As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill is delighted to partner exclusively with Toynbee Hall to recruit their new Director of Finance & Operations. (Hybrid) Toynbee Hall has been based in the East End of London since 1884. Throughout our history we have worked alongside communities experiencing poverty, inequality and injustice, offering practical support while also influencing wider social change. Today, we continue this mission through a combination of frontline advice services, community-led programmes, research rooted in lived experience, and policy influencing. Location: Aldgate East, London. Contract: Permanent, Full Time. Flexible working is available. Hybrid working: A minimum of 2 days a week is required in the office. Salary: £85.000pa Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Toynbee Hall Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to Toynbee Hall's mission and to how we operate as an organisation. We believe we cannot achieve our vision of a fairer future without addressing structural inequality, discrimination and racism. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from groups under-represented in leadership and across the charity sector. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment and to providing reasonable adjustments where needed. About the Role The Director of Finance and Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring that Toynbee Hall has the financial resilience, operational systems and governance structures it needs to deliver its purpose. Reporting to the Chief Executive, the postholder will lead our finance function, IT and information governance, facilities and estates management, procurement, contracts, commercial lettings, and health and safety. This is both a strategic and a hands-on role: as well as setting direction and advising colleagues, the Director will oversee day-to-day operations to ensure that the organisation is well-run, compliant and efficient. Key aspects of the role include: Leading financial strategy, planning and reporting Ensuring strong internal controls and effective financial systems Managing IT contracts, cyber security and information governance Leading a small, experienced team and supporting colleagues across the organisation with clear, timely information Lead the operation of Information Technology Services, procurement, facilities, estates management and Health and Safety. Ensure regulatory and contractual compliance including on H&S and Complaints. Support the CEO, SMT, Board, Finance and Fundraising Committee, Audit and Risk Committee so they can make informed decisions regarding our risks, financial strategy and the management of our assets This is a pivotal role at the heart of the organisation's financial and operational health, playing a major part in shaping our long-term sustainability. What You Will Bring: Senior financial leadership experience, ideally in the charity or wider not-for-profit sector Strong technical knowledge of charity accounting, financial planning, compliance and governance Experience overseeing corporate services such as estates, IT, facilities or procurement The confidence to work closely with trustees, senior colleagues and external partners The ability to balance strategic thinking with practical, operational delivery A collaborative leadership style grounded in our organisational values Please contact Simon Bascombe at Harris Hill for more information on the role and how to submit your application.

Chief Executive Officer - The Abbey Centre Location: The Abbey Centre, Westminster, London (site-based role, flexible working available) Salary: £90,000 - £95,000 per annum Contract: Permanent (Full-time, 37.5 hours/week; regular evening attendance for events as required) Could you lead a much-loved community hub through its next chapter of stability, growth and civic impact? About The Abbey Centre Our charity has served the community of south Westminster since 1948 and has occupied The Abbey Centre building, a converted Victorian public bath house a stone's throw from Westminster Abbey, since 1991. We are a site-based community hub and social enterprise, combining community services, training and outreach with venue hire, an on-site café and catering to generate income that supports our charitable work. We work across employability, health and wellbeing, volunteering and practical support for vulnerable residents; the Centre welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds, and sees over 1,000 visits each week. Our strong partnerships with Westminster City Council, statutory bodies and corporate donors underpin commissioned activity and solidify our position as a trusted local delivery partner. This is an opportunity for a visionary but hands-on leader to preserve the Centre's warm, inclusive culture and outstanding reputation while further professionalising systems, developing our income, and shaping a multi-year strategy that secures the building and grows impact. As our next Chief Executive Officer, you will: Strategy & Impact: lead a collaborative listening phase and then develop and deliver a 3-5 year strategy and rolling business plan that defines the Centre's core offer and impact targets. Governance & Finance: own the annual budget and medium-term financial modelling, deliver full-cost recovery across activity lines and present timely, accurate management information to trustees. Operational Leadership: ensure continuity of community services, venue trading and café operations and strengthen operational systems including safeguarding, H&S and business continuity. Income Generation: drive commercial performance of venue hire, events and catering, professionalise fundraising (major donors, legacies, corporate partnerships) and lead bids for multi-year statutory contracts. Community & Partnerships: sustain and deepen strategic relationships with Westminster City Council, commissioners, local partners and corporate supporters to secure commissioned work and philanthropic income. Estate Stewardship: manage day-to-day stewardship of the Centre's significant ageing building, overseeing maintenance, lease/compliance obligations and contractor relationships. People & Culture: build a cohesive senior team, embed clear role accountabilities, performance management and development, and protect the Centre's welcoming culture while managing change. Brand & Profile: act as a visible ambassador locally and with funders to raise the Centre's profile and champion its social value. Who you are: A seasoned senior leader with proven experience in a small/medium charity, community organisation or social enterprise that combines front-line delivery with significant premises/estate responsibility. Demonstrable track record of leading strategic development and delivering organisational growth while balancing hands-on operational leadership. Strong commercial and earned-income expertise, with experience of running successful commercial - ideally site-based - operations. Confident in winning and managing statutory contracts and multi-year grant programmes; credible with local authorities, commissioners and corporate partners. Financially literate with direct budget and cash-flow accountability and experience of full-cost recovery modelling. A collaborative, visible and warm ambassador who builds trust quickly, communicates clearly and can present concise management information to trustees. Why The Abbey Centre? A powerful mission: deliver practical services, companionship and opportunity for south Westminster residents in a civic, high-impact setting. A prominent, historic central Westminster location and a cherished community building offering scope for strategic estate planning and growth. A warm, loyal staff team and an engaged board navigating a positive leadership transition. A social enterprise model where successful trading directly funds frontline services and creates a platform for entrepreneurial leadership. The opportunity to shape a multi-year strategy that secures the long-term future of the charity and grows its impact in the community. For full details of the role including how to apply, please download the full appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill at with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile which will be treated with the strictest confidence. Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 12th January 2026 As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with the Henry Smith Foundation to recruit their Communications Officer at an exciting point in the Foundation's journey. For over 400 years, the Henry Smith Foundation has worked to tackle poverty and address systemic inequality. Its strategy, Elevate Your Impact , focuses on supporting people through life's toughest transitions - helping families give children the best start in life, supporting young people to build independence, and enabling safer futures for those rebuilding after abuse, displacement or prison. We're looking for a creative and organised communications professional to help deliver high-quality content across the Foundation's digital channels. You'll play a key role in shaping and publishing engaging stories that bring the organisation's work to life, from website content and social media to email campaigns, case studies and press materials. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you'll help manage the communications calendar, contribute to social media strategy, and ensure all content is timely, accessible and aligned with the Foundation's tone of voice and values. You'll also support regular website updates, manage digital assets, and use analytics to track performance and inform continuous improvement. Is this role for you? This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys turning insight into impact, collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, and using data to strengthen communications that support meaningful, long-term social change. You may have developed your experience at a non-profit, commercial, or agency environment, and are looking for a hands-on role, where you can tell powerful stories through your creative writing skills. Salary £35,000 King's Cross, London, 2 days in the office (Tues and Weds), 3 days WFH. Full time hours, (35 hours), permanent role. Flexible core hours between 10am-4pm A snapshot of their benefits: Enhanced pension contribution, generous annual leave (including Christmas closure and wellbeing days) and medical support. Apply today to find out more about this fantastic role. Firm closing date: 9am Monday 19 th January. Interviews: w/c 2 nd February As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics. Our approach to candidates using AI in applications We recognise that technology, including AI tools, can be helpful when preparing job applications, and we welcome the use of tools that support you in presenting your experience clearly. However, it's important that your application genuinely reflects your own skills, experience, and voice. We therefore recommend reviewing any AI-generated content carefully to ensure accuracy and authenticity. If you are invited to interview, we'll want to hear directly from you about your skills and experiences. Any significant differences between your application and how you present yourself in person may negatively impact your application. Requesting reasonable adjustments We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the application or interview stages, please let us know. You can share your needs at any point in the process. Adjustments can be tailored to suit both physical and mental health needs. Our team will work with you to ensure you have what you need to perform at your best.

Harris Hill is thrilled to partner with Christian Aid, to hire their new Web Optimisation Manager, to work in either London, Cardiff, Edinburgh or Warrington. You will play a key role in understanding user behaviour and improving performance across our digital ecosystem. You will lead insight-driven optimisation of user journeys, enhancing conversion rates, user experience and platform effectiveness in support of their fundraising and advocacy goals. By combining strong SEO leadership , CRO and UX expertise , and advanced analytics, you will identify performance issues, diagnose barriers to engagement, and deliver measurable improvements - always putting users first and aligning with Christian Aid's values. The Web Optimisation Manager is a strategic, user-focused digital optimisation specialist with strong experience in SEO, CRO and UX on large or complex websites. You are confident using data and insight to diagnose issues, test improvements and demonstrate impact - particularly in fundraising or purpose-led environments. Key responsibilities: Develop and implement technical SEO, AEO, and site architecture strategies to improve platform health and attract relevant traffic. Deliver key technical SEO projects (crawlability, indexation, schema, site performance), alongside audits, keyword and competitor research, and backlink analysis. Lead tag management, server-side tagging and customer data platform integration to ensure accurate tracking. Review and optimise user journeys, UX and CRO, identifying conversion barriers and using behavioural insights, A/B testing and technical improvements to maximise impact. Line manage and support a Digital Performance Advisor, fostering a high-performing, insight-led team Essential experience and skills Strong experience in technical SEO, CRO and UX, with a proven track record of improving user journeys and conversion Highly proficient in Google Analytics 4, SEMrush (or equivalent), Google Tag Manager, Hotjar or Contentsquare, Power BI and Looker Studio Experience developing and delivering CRO strategies, including A/B and multivariate testing Working knowledge of CMS platforms such as Drupal, with basic HTML and CSS understanding Confident people manager with experience leading and coaching specialists At interview, you'll be asked to discuss a real example of improving user experience on a large or complex website - including how you diagnosed issues, the actions you took, and the measurable results achieved. Salary and location - £48,937 in London (Waterloo). £44,056 in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Warrington. Hybrid working- 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home. Full-time, permanent. Snapshot of their benefits- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Career break after 2 years of service. Firm closing date- 9am Wednesday 21 st January. However, please apply today, to start the conversation and have time to work on a tailored application. 1 st interviews, online 27 th , 28 th , 29 th January 2 nd interviews, in person, 3 rd , 4 th and 5 th February. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill is thrilled to partner with Christian Aid, to hire their new Digital Acquisition Advisor , to work in either London, Cardiff, Edinburgh or Warrington. As Digital Acquisition Advisor you will lead the delivery of high-impact paid digital campaigns that grow the charity's supporter base and generate income. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role with significant budgets, multiple campaigns and the freedom to test, learn and innovate. You'll manage most activity in-house while working closely with agencies on larger campaigns, maintaining strong oversight and strategic direction. What you'll do Lead paid search ( Google & Microsoft, including Google Grants ) and paid social campaigns ( Meta, TikTok, YouTube, affiliates ) Acquire new supporters and generate income through targeted campaigns, effective budget management and performance analysis Set KPIs and deliver measurable results, maximising ROI across all acquisition activity Manage a blended delivery model, building strong relationships and confidently challenging when needed Collaborate with fundraising teams to support different products and audiences, including regular giving, individual giving and legacy Develop and optimise acquisition journeys across Christian Aid's digital platforms, improving conversion and retention About you You're an experienced digital acquisition specialist with 3+ years' experience running paid campaigns, within fundraising or a purpose-led organisation. You're confident managing agencies, comfortable with large budgets, and motivated by delivering results that make a real difference. Strong hands-on experience in paid search and paid social campaign delivery Proven experience managing Google Grants accounts Experience working with and managing digital agencies and stakeholders Strong understanding of fundraising conversion and supporter journeys Confident in ads creation, optimisation and performance analysis Data-driven, proactive and excited by testing, experimentation and scale Digital investment at Christian Aid is growing, with ambitious acquisition plans, multiple agencies, and real freedom to shape strategy and delivery. This is a rare opportunity to get stuck in , work at scale, and see your expertise directly support life-changing work around the world. Salary and location - £50,614 in London (Waterloo). £45,732 in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Warrington. Hybrid working- 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home. Full-time, permanent. Snapshot of their benefits- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Career break after 2 years of service. Firm closing date- 9am Wednesday 21 st January. However, please apply today, to start the conversation and have time to work on a tailored application. 1 st interviews, online 27 th , 28 th , 29 th January 2 nd interviews, in person, 3 rd , 4 th and 5 th February. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill is thrilled to partner with Christian Aid, to hire their new Digital Performance Advisor, to work in either London, Cardiff, Edinburgh or Warrington. The Digital Performance Advisor will be the driving force behind understanding and improving their online performance. This role is central to how they use data and insight to make impactful decisions across digital, fundraising, campaigning and supporter engagement. You will strengthen Christian Aid's digital measurement, analytics and reporting capability, enabling colleagues to ask questions, understand user behaviour and act on clear, actionable insights. This role focuses on analysis, interpretation and strategic advice - ensuring digital activity is informed by robust evidence and aligned with organisational values and goals. This is a specialist analyst role and the organisation's subject matter expert in Google Analytics 4 (GA4). About you: You are an experienced digital analyst with deep expertise in Google Analytics 4 . You specialise in analytics, insight and performance measurement, and you enjoy making sense of complex data to answer real organisational questions. You are confident explaining how GA4 works , how funnels and lifecycles are structured, and how campaign activity translates into meaningful outcomes. Essential skills and experience: Proven expertise in digital analysis and insight , with experience producing data-driven reports and actionable recommendations Advanced GA4 knowledge , including funnels, segmentation, lifecycle reporting and (where relevant) e-commerce tracking. Strong understanding of the transition from Universal Analytics (GA3) to GA4 and its implications Experience using tools such as Looker Studio , Power BI , and behavioural analytics tools (e.g. Hotjar, Contentsquare) Ability to interpret A/B testing and experimentation results to inform optimisation decisions Experience managing tracking requirements, tag management and integrating digital data with CRM systems Why this role is unique: True GA4 ownership: You will be Christian Aid's subject matter expert in Google Analytics 4, with real responsibility for how GA4 is used, developed and embedded across the organisation. This is not a shared or junior analytics role - your expertise will shape best practice. Strategy over button-pushing: This role focuses on insight, interpretation and influence, not day-to-day campaign optimisation. You'll answer the "why" behind performance and help teams make better decisions, rather than simply reporting metrics. Built, not starting from scratch: GA4 is already implemented, giving you a strong foundation to improve structure, governance and reporting, and to unlock deeper value from existing data. Do you want a voice at the table? Your analysis will directly inform strategic decisions, helping colleagues across the organisation understand users, test improvements and optimise digital experiences. Salary and location- £46,666 - £54,527 in London (Waterloo). £41,783- £49,644 in Cardiff, Edinburgh, Warrington. Hybrid working- 2 days in the office, 3 days working from home. Full-time, permanent. Snapshot of their benefits- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service. Career break after 2 years of service. Firm closing date- 9am Wednesday 21 st January. However, please apply today, to start the conversation and have time to work on a tailored application. 1 st interviews, online 27 th , 28 th , 29 th January 2 nd interviews, in person, 3 rd , 4 th and 5 th February. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill - Charity Recruitment Specialists is delighted to be partnering exclusively with Hand in Hand International to support their search for a Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Advisor to join their growing Impact team. Hand in Hand International is an organisation dedicated to helping women transform their lives through entrepreneurship. Working across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Afghanistan, they support women to build sustainable businesses and rise above the poverty line, plus create positive impacts in their families and communities. With more than 6 million women reached to date and a proven track record of creating jobs, boosting incomes and increasing women's decision-making power, Hand in Hand International is driven by a simple, powerful belief: when women rise, entire communities rise with them. This role will immerse you in a diverse and inspiring portfolio of programmes, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania where you will work closely with international colleagues to develop and strengthen MEL frameworks, ensure robust data collection and analysis, and support high-quality donor reporting. This role will play a key role in working on a large portfolio with one of Hand in Hand's key strategic donors across several large projects in Kenya and Tanzania. You will also contribute to evaluation design, manage relationships with external evaluators, lead internal research projects, and distil findings into meaningful insights that improve the organisation's work. With opportunities to travel internationally, collaborate across teams, and contribute to strategic MEL initiatives, this role places you at the heart of how Hand in Hand learns, innovates and maximises its global impact. We are seeking a proactive and detail-driven professional with significant experience in monitoring, evaluation and learning within the international development sector. You will bring confidence in both quantitative and qualitative methods (including impact evaluation), strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to develop MEL plans, logic models, data collection tools, and clear, insightful reporting. Experience working on large, complex programmes for large institutional donors, foundations or corporates, such as FCDO, GIZ or the Gates Foundation, will be invaluable, as will familiarity with mobile data collection platforms and a solid command of Excel. Equally important is to be a collaborative communicator with a positive, solutions-focused approach, able to juggle multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, curiosity and a commitment to continual learning. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by Sunday, 21st December at 23:59. If you are shortlisted, we will share the job pack, arrange a briefing on the role, and ask you to deliver a tailored cover letter. This is a rolling process, so early applications are encouraged. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill is proud to be partnering with Consumers International , the world's leading network of consumer organisations, in the search for a Lead, Member Engagement . £40,000 - £50,000 Remote (with optional co-working) With over 200 members in more than 100 countries, Consumers International works at the forefront of global consumer rights-ensuring that consumers' voices shape products, policies, and practices worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in strengthening and growing a truly global movement. As Lead, Member Engagement , you will be at the heart of building and deepening relationships with member organisations across the globe. You will: Deliver a clear and impactful member engagement strategy aligned with the organisation's mission. Lead on the design and delivery of inspiring events, campaigns, and activities-including global initiatives such as the Global Congress and World Consumer Rights Day . Support and connect members, helping them build resilience, share knowledge, and collaborate on pressing consumer issues. Drive community growth by identifying opportunities for new members and initiatives. This is a hands-on, creative, and strategic role for someone passionate about building strong, vibrant, and inclusive communities. We're looking for a candidate with: Proven experience in membership management, community building, or stakeholder engagement (ideally in a global or non-profit context). A strong track record in organising impactful events and campaigns. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with cultural awareness and the ability to work across international contexts. Strong organisational and IT skills (Salesforce or equivalent a plus). A collaborative, proactive, and inclusive approach. A background in international non-profits, consumer rights, or advocacy is desirable, and additional language skills (Arabic, French, Spanish) would be a bonus. If this feel you fulfil the criteria and are keen to hear more, please do send your CV to Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Chief Executive Officer - The Brain Charity Location: Liverpool-based - occasional travel across Merseyside and the UK Salary: £75,000 per annum + 10% company pension Contract: permanent, full-time Are you ready to lead a values-driven charity that supports people affected by neurological conditions and their families across Merseyside and nationally? The Brain Charity is a Liverpool-based national charity supporting adults, children and their families affected by any of more than 600 neurological and related conditions. Founded in 1993 by neurologists at The Walton Centre, we have grown a centre-based offer, hospital liaison roles and a national information, training and support service - from practical welfare and legal advice, counselling and rehabilitation (Neuro Gym) to peer connection via The Brain Food Café and employer/school training. We put lived experience, co-production and neuro-inclusive practice at the heart of everything we do: more than half of our staff and many of our volunteers have lived experience of neurological conditions. As our next Chief Executive, you will: Strategic leadership: Develop and deliver a 3-5 year strategy and an operational plan with clear priorities that secures the charity's long-term impact and sustainable growth. Values leadership: Model and embed the charity's person-centred, inclusive and co-productive values across services and culture. Growth & income diversification: Lead development of diverse income streams - fundraising, legacies and commercial activity - to strengthen financial resilience. Partnerships & advocacy: Strengthen senior relationships with NHS partners, local authorities, commissioners and wider stakeholders; amplify the charity's voice in neuro-health and community settings. Service quality & impact: Embed rigorous outcome measurement, quality assurance and contract compliance so our impact drives commissioning and service development. People leadership: Stabilise staff morale, lead and develop a high-performing Senior Leadership Team, and promote wellbeing and inclusive working practices. Governance & financial stewardship: Provide timely, high-quality reporting to the Board; oversee budgeting, forecasting and risk management to safeguard financial sustainability. Who you are: An experienced Chief Executive or senior director with a minimum of three years' experience at CEO or equivalent level. Proven track record of winning and managing commissioned contracts and delivering against local authority or health contracts. Skilled at building strategic partnerships and commanding credibility with senior stakeholders across health, local government and the voluntary sector. Confident at leading turnaround and financial sustainability work - experienced in budgeting, forecasting and making difficult decisions when needed. A values-led, collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to co-production and inclusion. Why The Brain Charity? Lead a respected, person-centred organisation with a unique, wide-ranging offer across advice, emotional support, rehabilitation, social connection and national training. A high-impact role where you can stabilise the organisation, professionalise fundraising and scale services strategically. Liverpool-based centre with hybrid working and national reach - a chance to influence neuro-health practice and commissioning across the UK. For full details of the role including how to apply, please download the full appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill at with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile which will be treated with the strictest confidence. Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 19th January 2026 As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.