Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Charity

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Charity

Salary: £80,000–£100,000, depending on experience (no bonus)

Location: Westminster, London – office-based, 5 days per week

Charity/foundation experience is essential

Charity/foundation experience is essential

An independent charitable foundation, established to strengthen communities, develop future leaders and promote social cohesion across the UK, is seeking a CEO to lead its next stage of development. Delivered through three pillars, community engagement, education/leadership development, and an innovation and partnership hub, the Foundation is entirely funded by its Founder and is not a fundraising role.

The CEO will work closely with the Founder and Board of Trustees, translating the founding vision into measurable impact while maintaining the highest standards of governance, safeguarding and financial stewardship.

The Ideal Person:

Senior executive leadership experience as CEO, Executive Director or equivalent, ideally within a charity, foundation or purpose-led organisationExperience leading organisations of significant scale, complexity or multi-million-pound budgetsStrong understanding of charity governance and trustee relationshipsExcellent financial and commercial judgement, with proven ability to build and lead high-performing teamsOutstanding stakeholder engagement, communication and public leadership skillsComfortable working closely with an entrepreneurial Founder; exceptional attention to detailValues-led, credible and aligned with an Islamic ethos of service, with an appreciation of the diversity of British Muslim communities

The Benefits:

Salary £80,000–£100,000 dependent on experienceRare opportunity to build and shape one of Britain's most significant independent philanthropic institutionsGenuine influence over strategic direction, working directly with the Founder and BoardOccasional international travel

If you are interested in the above position. Please apply or send your cv to Stuart Hills OR call 0207 790 2666

We can’t also reply to all applications, due to high numbers of applicants. However, if you would like more feedback please feel free to call on 02077902666