This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and respected Trust with local roots and ambitious plans for national and international cultural impact.
The CEO is the strategic leader of RBPT responsible for the management and growth of the organisation as it moves into an exciting phase with a large new project.
The CEO will work closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver its charitable mission and long-term vision.
Key responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement the Trust’s strategic plans in line with its vision and values
Advise and support the Board of Trustees with timely, accurate information
Lead organisational development and governance improvement
Lead the Senior management Team supporting them to monitor and improve
performance of the Teams.
Promote innovation while safeguarding charitable purpose and community benefit
Programme & Project Delivery
Oversee RBPT’s core activities, including site operations and visitor engagement
Lead and support the successful delivery of major capital and creative projects,
notably The Old Grammar
Monitor performance, impact, and continuous improvement of the Trust.
Financial Management
Ensure financial sustainability through effective budgeting, planning and risk
management
Lead business development and income diversification (grants, partnerships, trading)
Maintain and develop internal systems, compliance, policies, and reporting.
People & Culture
Inspire, manage, and support a small team of staff and volunteers
Be a role model to foster an inclusive, creative and collaborative workplace culture.
Champion personal and professional development within the organisation.
Partnerships &Public Engagement
Act as the public face of RBPT to stakeholders, funders, media, and the wider
community
Build strong partnerships across heritage, tourism, local government, education, and
the arts
Advocate for Richmond as a destination for culture, heritage, and imagination
Person Specification
Essential
Proven leadership and strategic management potential at senior level, ideally within a
charity, cultural or heritage context
Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and funding bids
Exceptional interpersonal, communication and advocacy skills
Experience of working with Boards or trustees in a governance framework
Ability to build partnerships and networks across diverse sectors
A creative and entrepreneurial mindset aligned with RBPT’s values and ambitions
Desirable
Knowledge of heritage conservation, tourism, place-making, or the creative industries
Experience with capital project delivery or cultural master planning
Familiarity with rural regeneration, or community engagement
Understanding of charity law, regulatory compliance, and impact measurement
Educated to degree level
Personal licence to be the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS)
What We Offer
An inspiring role in a respected organisation at a pivotal point of growth
A collaborative and supportive Board and team environment
Opportunities to shape pioneering cultural and heritage projects
Flexibility and a commitment to work/life balance
Competitive terms and conditions
RBPT is a disability confident employer
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