193 Chief Executive jobs in the United Kingdom

EV Infrastructure
To 150,000 + Benefits
Birmingham HQ - Hybrid
10082

The Company

We are working in partnership with an innovative, pioneering dedicated EV charging infrastructure business who are transitioning from its manufacturing roots into a leading business services provider and is poised for significant growth and sector leadership. The company offers a unique platform at the intersection of clean transport, data-driven services, and industrial innovation, supported by a committed Board and strong financial backing.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-impact, purpose-driven business through its most ambitious phase of evolution. As CEO, you will drive the transformation from a manufacturing-led business to a market-leading provider of business services, encompassing data analytics, network management, consultancy, and equipment servicing. You will inspire and motivate an executive team and wider organisation, shaping a positive, values-led culture and delivering on the ambition to be the recognised leader in EV charging infrastructure. The CEO will set strategic direction, build market presence, and ensure operational excellence, balancing the rigour of an established manufacturer with the dynamism of a fast-growing services business. The role will demand hands-on engagement with operational detail, as well as the credibility to engage clients, partners, investors, and industry bodies at the highest level.

The Person

The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of senior leadership at CEO or equivalent executive level within a relevant sector (infrastructure, energy, logistics, transport, technology, or services). Experience of driving business transformation and navigating disruptive market change is essential, alongside strong commercial acumen, with direct experience scaling revenues and delivering on ambitious business targets. Strong communication, sound judgement, and high emotional intelligence are essential, as you guide high-performing teams through change with clarity, resilience, and a sharp focus on results.

How to Apply

This is a high-profile, transformative opportunity for a visionary leader seeking to make a lasting impact on the future of clean transport. If you are motivated by challenge and purpose and can demonstrate the drive and experience to lead a business through rapid evolution, please apply with a full CV, quoting your current remuneration details and reference 10082.

Chief Executive Officer

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire – office based

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Full time, Permanent (subject to 5-year renewal ballots)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some flexibility required)

Closing date: Friday 5 September 2025

Benefits:

• NEST pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Could you lead one of the UK’s most vibrant and ambitious town centre partnerships?

Harrogate BID is looking for a driven and experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead the delivery of our (Apply online only) Business Plan - an exciting, action-focused strategy shaped by the priorities of over 500 local businesses.

The BID plays a key role in making Harrogate cleaner, safer, more welcoming and more economically successful. As CEO, you will be the BID’s figurehead, building partnerships, managing delivery, supporting the board, and ensuring the BID brings real value to its levy payers and the wider town centre.

This is an on-the-ground leadership role, the CEO will be expected to spend most of their time in Harrogate, either in the office or engaging with businesses.

We are looking for a leader who is both strategic and practical - someone who can drive projects forward, influence key stakeholders, and respond quickly to the needs of the business community.

The right person will be:

• An experienced leader in BIDs, place management, town centres or economic development
• Confident working with both public and private sector partners
• Skilled in managing people, budgets and projects
• Proactive, organised and full of ideas
• As comfortable in a meeting room as on the high street

Why this role matters:

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a destination town with national recognition and real potential. Harrogate BID plays a central role in making the town centre more vibrant, welcoming and successful.

As CEO, your work will have a visible impact from improving public spaces and supporting local businesses to influencing strategic decisions and driving investment. You will collaborate with a committed board and partners across business, local government and the community all working together to help Harrogate thrive.

How to apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV and a covering letter (no more than two pages) explaining why you’re the right fit for this role.

Key dates:

• Application deadline: Friday 5 September 2025
• Interviews: Monday 22 & Tuesday 23 September 2025

Harrogate BID is committed to being an inclusive and equitable organisation. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are actively working to ensure our recruitment processes are as fair and open as possible.

INDHS 

Chief Executive Officer

Location: Hybrid, Aberdare (50/50 split)
Salary: 55,000 per annum + excellent benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37hpw)
Application deadline: Midday on 31/08/2025
Executive Search Partner: Yolk Recruitment

Change lives. Shape strategy. Champion older people.

Are you an inspiring and resilient leader ready to take on a rewarding challenge? Age Connects Morgannwg is looking for a bold, compassionate, and forward-thinking Chief Executive Officer to lead the next phase of our journey.

We're a well-established, community-rooted charity working across Rhondda Cynon Taf, Bridgend and Merthyr Tydfil. Our mission is simple but powerful: to support older people-especially those who are vulnerable, isolated, or living in poverty-to live well, stay connected, and feel valued.

With over 45 years of trusted service, an ambitious three-year strategy ("Together for Older People"), and a dedicated team of over 60 staff and 100+ volunteers, we're ready for a new Chief Executive Officer to steer the ship into its next chapter.

This is more than a leadership role-it's a legacy role.

As our Chief Executive Officer , you will:

• Drive our strategic vision and long-term sustainability.
• Be a bold ambassador for older people's rights and dignity.
• Inspire and lead a passionate team across diverse services.
• Build meaningful partnerships across sectors and communities.
• Navigate a complex funding environment with creativity and confidence.

We're seeking someone who is not only operationally astute and financially literate, but also deeply values-led-with the empathy, integrity, and people skills to lead with both head and heart.

Whether you're an experienced Chief Executive Officer or ready to step into your first CEO post, what matters most is your ability to lead through change, influence with authenticity, and inspire trust.

What you'll bring:

• A proven track record in strategic leadership and organisational growth.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Confidence in financial oversight and income diversification.
• A passion for older people's wellbeing, rights, and independence.
• The resilience to lead through uncertainty with clarity and care.

We welcome applications from across sectors-what matters is that your values align with ours: Listening. Learning. Caring.

Why join us?

• 55,000 salary + 4% non-contributory pension
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30) + bank holidays + birthday off
• Flexible working and family-friendly culture
• Employee Assistance Programme and staff discounts
• Opportunity to shape a vital organisation in a time of change

Apply now

Yolk Recruitment is proud to be partnering exclusively with Age Connects Morgannwg on this Chief Executive Officer appointment. For an informal, confidential discussion or to request a copy of the full candidate pack please contact:

Emily Rex - Senior Charity Consultant

Nici Jones - Director, Public Sector & Not-for-Profit

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Chief Executive Officer

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire – office based

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Full time, Permanent (subject to 5-year renewal ballots)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some flexibility required)

Closing date: Friday 5 September 2025

Benefits:

• NEST pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Could you lead one of the UK’s most vibrant and ambitious town centre partnerships?

Harrogate BID is looking for a driven and experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead the delivery of our (Apply online only) Business Plan - an exciting, action-focused strategy shaped by the priorities of over 500 local businesses.

The BID plays a key role in making Harrogate cleaner, safer, more welcoming and more economically successful. As CEO, you will be the BID’s figurehead, building partnerships, managing delivery, supporting the board, and ensuring the BID brings real value to its levy payers and the wider town centre.

This is an on-the-ground leadership role, the CEO will be expected to spend most of their time in Harrogate, either in the office or engaging with businesses.

We are looking for a leader who is both strategic and practical - someone who can drive projects forward, influence key stakeholders, and respond quickly to the needs of the business community.

The right person will be:

• An experienced leader in BIDs, place management, town centres or economic development
• Confident working with both public and private sector partners
• Skilled in managing people, budgets and projects
• Proactive, organised and full of ideas
• As comfortable in a meeting room as on the high street

Why this role matters:

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a destination town with national recognition and real potential. Harrogate BID plays a central role in making the town centre more vibrant, welcoming and successful.

As CEO, your work will have a visible impact from improving public spaces and supporting local businesses to influencing strategic decisions and driving investment. You will collaborate with a committed board and partners across business, local government and the community all working together to help Harrogate thrive.

How to apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV and a covering letter (no more than two pages) explaining why you’re the right fit for this role.

Key dates:

• Application deadline: Friday 5 September 2025
• Interviews: Monday 22 & Tuesday 23 September 2025

Harrogate BID is committed to being an inclusive and equitable organisation. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, and we are actively working to ensure our recruitment processes are as fair and open as possible.

INDHS 

EV Infrastructure
To 150,000 + Benefits
Birmingham HQ - Hybrid
10082

The Company

We are working in partnership with an innovative, pioneering dedicated EV charging infrastructure business who are transitioning from its manufacturing roots into a leading business services provider and is poised for significant growth and sector leadership. The company offers a unique platform at the intersection of clean transport, data-driven services, and industrial innovation, supported by a committed Board and strong financial backing.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-impact, purpose-driven business through its most ambitious phase of evolution. As CEO, you will drive the transformation from a manufacturing-led business to a market-leading provider of business services, encompassing data analytics, network management, consultancy, and equipment servicing. You will inspire and motivate an executive team and wider organisation, shaping a positive, values-led culture and delivering on the ambition to be the recognised leader in EV charging infrastructure. The CEO will set strategic direction, build market presence, and ensure operational excellence, balancing the rigour of an established manufacturer with the dynamism of a fast-growing services business. The role will demand hands-on engagement with operational detail, as well as the credibility to engage clients, partners, investors, and industry bodies at the highest level.

The Person

The successful candidate will bring a proven track record of senior leadership at CEO or equivalent executive level within a relevant sector (infrastructure, energy, logistics, transport, technology, or services). Experience of driving business transformation and navigating disruptive market change is essential, alongside strong commercial acumen, with direct experience scaling revenues and delivering on ambitious business targets. Strong communication, sound judgement, and high emotional intelligence are essential, as you guide high-performing teams through change with clarity, resilience, and a sharp focus on results.

How to Apply

This is a high-profile, transformative opportunity for a visionary leader seeking to make a lasting impact on the future of clean transport. If you are motivated by challenge and purpose and can demonstrate the drive and experience to lead a business through rapid evolution, please apply with a full CV, quoting your current remuneration details and reference 10082.

Future Talent supports gifted young musicians from low-income backgrounds across the UK. Join them as their next CEO and lead a mission where powerful storytelling and purposeful fundraising drive lasting impact and unlock potential every day.
Applications close: 9 a.m. Monday 8th September 2025
Location: Hybrid/London SW9 6DE (2 days per week in the office)

About Future Talent
Founded in 2004 by the Duchess of Kent and Nicholas Robinson OBE, Future Talent exists to break down barriers, create opportunities, and harness the transformative power of music to change the lives of young musicians across the UK.
With over 4.2 million children living in poverty in the UK, too many gifted young musicians are held back by a lack of access and support. We envision a future where all musically talented children, regardless of background, are empowered to thrive.
About the role
As CEO, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure we can support more young musicians across the UK.
This is a hands-on, externally facing leadership role that combines fundraising, advocacy and organisational strategy. You’ll work closely with our committed Board of Trustees, expert Advisory Group and small, passionate staff team to:
Strengthen and diversify our income, particularly high-value giving
Build partnerships across the music, education, funding and philanthropic sectors
Increase the charity’s visibility and voice on a national level
Lead a high-performing, inclusive team culture
Ensure the charity’s long-term financial sustainability and operational resilience
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ambitious and excited about the impact Future Talent can have, and who brings the strategic perspective, day-to-day energy and stakeholder management to make that ambition a reality.
Who we are looking for
We’re looking for a confident, collaborative and energetic leader with experience working in a small charity environment and a passion for supporting young people and driving social change.
You don’t need to have been a CEO before; this could be your first time stepping into the role. What matters is that you bring the right leadership experience, values and ambition to take Future Talent forward.
You will bring:
Proven success in fundraising and income growth, particularly with major donors, trusts and foundations and/or corporate partners
Strong relationship-building skills and experience representing an organisation externally
Strategic leadership experience, with the ability to lead organisational growth and change
A people-centred leadership and management style that fosters inclusion, collaboration and high performance
Financial and operational acumen
While your background could be in youth, arts, music, education, or another area of the charity sector, a personal interest or hobby in music would be a welcome bonus.
Please click 'Redirect to recruiter’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the candidate profile and register your interest to apply.
Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Monday 8th September 2025.

Chief Executive Officer (Remote – Europe)

Permanent Position

FinTech | BaaS | Crypto & Digital Assets

A fast-growing fintech business operating at the intersection of banking infrastructure and digital assets is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its next phase of growth. The company delivers embedded financial services and crypto-native solutions to institutional clients through a technology-first platform. Backed by regulatory licensing and an experienced leadership team, the organisation is entering a pivotal scale-up phase across European markets.

The incoming CEO will be responsible for setting and executing the strategic vision, working closely with the board and executive team to drive commercial growth, regulatory alignment, and operational excellence across multiple European markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the company's strategic direction, ensuring strong alignment between commercial, product, and regulatory goals.
• Drive growth in BaaS, embedded finance, and crypto infrastructure offerings across Europe.
• Engage with institutional clients, regulators, investors, and partners to strengthen the firm’s positioning within the digital asset and financial services ecosystem.
• Foster a high-performance culture across distributed teams, with a focus on compliance, innovation, and customer-centricity.
• Represent the business externally as a thought leader within the crypto and fintech community.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as CEO, MD, or C-level executive within a regulated fintech, digital asset platform, or BaaS provider.
• Deep understanding of financial infrastructure, digital assets, tokenisation, and emerging crypto regulation in Europe.
• Strong commercial acumen and successful track record of scaling high-growth technology businesses in regulated markets.
• Familiarity with institutional client needs, crypto custody, wallets, and payment rails.
• A confident communicator and strategic operator, able to balance innovation with regulatory discipline.

Location:

Remote within Europe (travel as required for client, team, and regulatory engagement)

The Business: We are recruiting for a high growth business that is carving out an exciting niche in the UK and Europe. They have grown rapidly through new product development, new trading channels, and territory expansion. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability, they are now looking for an outstanding CEO to lead the business through the next exciting phase of growth.

Overview: We are seeking an experienced CEO with broad commercial experience, including sales, marketing, and product leadership. The preferred candidate will have a proven track record of leading a successful fast scaling Consumer business, preferably in a private equity-backed setting or equivalent. High potential individuals currently operating at CCO or CMO level would be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and motivate the team from the top, driving revenue growth and further enhancing profitability.
• Leverage data-driven insights to make informed decisions and optimise business performance.
• Continuously monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and the competitive landscape to maintain a competitive advantage.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiencies and improve processes.
• Drive an international business through a profitable and efficient supply chain model.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with PE partners, Board members, Shareholders, and other key Stakeholders.
• Implement robust governance and control mechanisms to safeguard the assets and reputation of the business.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, sustainability, and encourages engagement.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a CEO or MD.
• Experience in leading a successful digital-first or omnichannel business. (Individuals with experience in an omni channel environment must be able to demonstrate that the online channel was central to success).
• Demonstrable experience in scaling revenue and improving EBITDA.
• Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Experience in working and operating in international markets, especially Europe.
• Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Chief Executive Officer (Remote – Europe)

Permanent Position

FinTech | BaaS | Crypto & Digital Assets

A fast-growing fintech business operating at the intersection of banking infrastructure and digital assets is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its next phase of growth. The company delivers embedded financial services and crypto-native solutions to institutional clients through a technology-first platform. Backed by regulatory licensing and an experienced leadership team, the organisation is entering a pivotal scale-up phase across European markets.

The incoming CEO will be responsible for setting and executing the strategic vision, working closely with the board and executive team to drive commercial growth, regulatory alignment, and operational excellence across multiple European markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and lead the company's strategic direction, ensuring strong alignment between commercial, product, and regulatory goals.
• Drive growth in BaaS, embedded finance, and crypto infrastructure offerings across Europe.
• Engage with institutional clients, regulators, investors, and partners to strengthen the firm’s positioning within the digital asset and financial services ecosystem.
• Foster a high-performance culture across distributed teams, with a focus on compliance, innovation, and customer-centricity.
• Represent the business externally as a thought leader within the crypto and fintech community.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as CEO, MD, or C-level executive within a regulated fintech, digital asset platform, or BaaS provider.
• Deep understanding of financial infrastructure, digital assets, tokenisation, and emerging crypto regulation in Europe.
• Strong commercial acumen and successful track record of scaling high-growth technology businesses in regulated markets.
• Familiarity with institutional client needs, crypto custody, wallets, and payment rails.
• A confident communicator and strategic operator, able to balance innovation with regulatory discipline.

Location:

Remote within Europe (travel as required for client, team, and regulatory engagement)