Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Slough
£100,000 - £120,000 Benefits
The Opportunity
We are a growing, mission-led services business supported by proprietary technology and operating within a regulated, customer-critical environment. The organisation partners with public-facing institutions to deliver reliable, safety-focused services that improve operational efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
Having established a strong market presence, the business is now entering a key phase of professionalisation and value creation. The Board is seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through its next stage of development, strengthening commercial performance, operational capability, and strategic readiness.
The Role
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will have full accountability for the performance and direction of the business, combining strategic leadership with hands-on operational oversight.
This role is well suited to a commercially astute leader who is comfortable operating in a small, fast-moving organisation, close to customers, teams, and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
1. Set and deliver a clear business plan focused on sustainable growth, profitability, and operational resilience
2. Hold full P&L responsibility, including budgeting, margin improvement, and financial governance
3. Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure service reliability, compliance, and customer satisfaction
4. Lead, develop, and motivate a multi-functional team of approximately 20 employees
5. Strengthen systems, processes, and performance management to support scalability
6. Build and maintain trusted relationships with key partners and stakeholders
7. Work closely with the Board to ensure effective governance, transparency, and strategic alignment
8. Support preparations for future strategic options, including investment, partnership, or exit
About You
You will be a proven senior leader or general manager with experience running service-led organisations and taking full accountability for results.
You are likely to bring:
9. Demonstrable P&L ownership and strong commercial acumen
10. Experience leading and developing teams of 20 people
11. A track record of improving operational performance and financial outcomes
12. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
13. A pragmatic, hands-on leadership style suited to growth-stage businesses
14. A values-led approach with a strong focus on reliability, safety, and service quality
15. Experience in regulated, logistics, operational, or technology-enabled service environments would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why Join
16. Opportunity to lead a purpose-driven organisation at a pivotal point in its evolution
17. High level of autonomy and influence, working closely with an engaged Board
18. Ability to shape systems, culture, and long-term value creation
19. Competitive package of £100,000-£120,000 plus benefits, with scope for performance-related incentives