Chief Executive Officer (Foundation)
Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation
Location: Foundation offices at 136 Freshfield Road, Brighton.
Salary: Dependent on skills and experience.
Hours: Full time.
Job Type: Permanent.
Deadline: Friday 7 November 2025.
First Stage Interviews: Friday 21 November 2025 and Monday 24 November 2025.
Second Stage Interviews: w/c 1 December 2025.
About Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation
We are the official charity of Brighton and Hove Albion FC, using the power of football to change lives. We deliver high‑quality, inclusive and impactful community programmes that help children, young people and adults get active, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing throughout Sussex. If you share our commitment to making a difference in our communities then we’d love you to be part of the team.
Role Overview
Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation is seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer to guide the charity into its next exciting chapter. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape and deliver a long‑term strategy that builds on the Foundation’s strong legacy and community impact. As Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the continued delivery of high‑quality, inclusive programmes. You will also drive growth, enhance sustainability and expand the Foundation’s reach and influence across Sussex.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who has proven experience in a senior leadership role within the charity, sport‑for‑development, education or community sectors. Within Sussex and the city of Brighton & Hove, you’ll become the visible and trusted face of Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation, raising our profile, extending our reach, and amplifying our impact. You’ll be passionate about working collaboratively to improve the health, wellbeing and life chances of children and young people, and confident in building meaningful partnerships that drive lasting change.
Our Values Are Essential to Our Success
* Act with Integrity
* Make it Special
How We Say Thank You
* 25 days holiday rising with length of service (pro rata for part‑time staff)
* Rewards platform, including access to 900+ retailers, a wellbeing centre and more!
* Enhanced family policies
* Access to a gym and padel court at the club’s training ground
* Priority access to match tickets and free WSL tickets for 2024/25 season
* In‑house training programme and CPD opportunities
* Exclusive discounts and benefits from our partners and local businesses
Our Commitment to EDI
We take pride in being an equal opportunity workplace that reflects the diversity of society and the world around us. Our core values foster a strong ethical culture, enabling us to meet the needs of our diverse audience, both on and off the pitch. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application, please contact teamtalent@brightonandhovealbion.com.
Safeguarding Is Part of Everything We Do
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
This Position Is UK‑Based
This position is UK‑based and requires proof of the right to live and work in the UK. All job offers are conditional upon background checks, including a full 3‑year reference history, DBS checks, and verification of your eligibility to work. Please note, we do not sponsor applicants without the right to work in the UK.
Contact & Application
Please click the links to access our Foundation CEO Recruitment Pack and Job Description for more information. To apply, submit your application through our career portal before the deadline.
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