Managing Director – City Bridge Foundation
The City of London Corporation through the City Bridge Foundation, the trustee of a 900‑year‑old historic charity, is seeking a senior leader to provide strategic and operational leadership of the Foundation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the overall strategic direction, leadership and management of the charity, reporting to the Chair of City Bridge Foundation and the Town Clerk & Chief Executive of the City of London Corporation.
* Work closely with elected Trustees, providing strategic advice, ensuring strong governance, legal compliance and effective decision‑making.
* Be accountable for stewardship, maintenance and security of the bridges, including Tower Bridge.
* Lead the Foundation’s charitable funding and social investment activity.
* Manage a senior leadership team and a workforce of around 160 staff, fostering a positive, inclusive and high‑performing culture.
* Promote best practice in charitable governance and funding as Head of Profession for Charities across the City of London Corporation.
Qualifications and Experience
* Senior leadership experience operating in a complex organisation or charity/non‑profit sector or a public‑facing body.
* Strong knowledge of charitable governance and regulation.
* Sound financial and commercial judgement.
* Ability to build trusted relationships with Trustees, senior officers and external partners.
* Commitment to values‑led leadership, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Contract and Remuneration
* Salary: £137,120 – £157,670 per annum.
* Contractual hours: 35 per week.
* Basis: Permanent.
* Workplace category: Hybrid.
* Location: Guildhall.
Additional Information
Level of DBS required: None. Verification: SC Clearance. Politically restricted: Yes. Vetting clearance: Non‑Police Personnel Vetting Level 3 and Security Check police vetting clearance.
Equal Opportunities
The City of London Corporation is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. The workforce reflects society and the Foundation strongly encourages applications from underrepresented groups.
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