Chief Executive Officer – Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Salary: £85,000 – £100,000
Contract: Full-time
Are you ready to lead one of Hertfordshire’s most influential business organisations?
The Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce (HCoC), with over 100 years of history and British Chambers of Commerce accreditation, is seeking a dynamic Chief Executive Officer to shape the future of business in the county.
As CEO, you’ll be the driving force behind the mission to connect, support, and champion Hertfordshire businesses, balancing commercial sustainability with stakeholder influence and member value. Reporting to the Board, you’ll translate strategy into measurable outcomes in areas such as membership growth, revenue, and impact.
What You’ll Do
1. Lead with Vision: Drive innovation and agility in a changing economic landscape.
2. Deliver Results: Oversee a £1m revenue organisation with diverse income streams.
3. Be the Face of Business: Represent HCoC at high-profile events, forums, and within the British Chambers network.
4. Engage Members: Create value through events, advocacy, and new initiatives like the Young Professionals Network.
What We’re Looking For
5. Proven senior leadership experience with P&L responsibility.
6. Strong commercial acumen and understanding of SME dynamics.
7. Exceptional networking and influencing skills
8. Resilience, adaptability, and a competitive mindset.
Desirable: Experience in membership organisations, local business knowledge, and public speaking confidence.
Why Join Us?
9. Shape economic development and skills agendas.
10. Expand member engagement through innovative partnerships.
11. Lead a passionate, high-energy team in a respected organisation.
Recruitment Timeline
Application deadline: 5pm Monday 15th December
Interview: Thursday 18th December