Chief Executive Officer
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £95,000 to £105,000
A leading UK trade association in the engineering and built environment sector is seeking a dynamic and strategic CEO. Representing the majority of its industry, the organisation provides expert guidance, technical standards, education and training, and a unified voice to government and stakeholders.
This is a high-profile leadership role with responsibility for governance, member services, external representation, and operational delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Board, ensuring effective governance and strategic alignment
* Represent members to government departments, regulators, and industry bodies
* Oversee member services including technical guidance, events, and specialist committees
* Manage a major industry trade exhibition and the organisation’s education and training programmes
* Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory standards
* Maintain strong relationships with UK and European industry forums
* Lead and develop the staff team, fostering a culture of professionalism and collaboration
* Oversee financial performance and ensure robust financial controls across the organisation
* Champion equality, diversity, and high ethical standards across all operations
Candidate Profile
* Proven senior leadership experience
* Strong financial acumen and understanding of governance and compliance
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Strategic thinker with a collaborative and future-focused mindset
* Experience in education, training, or regulatory environments is desirable
What We Offer
* A unique opportunity to shape the future of a vital industry
* A collaborative and respected professional environment
* Salary of £95,000 to £105,000, plus benefits
* Scope to influence national and European policy and standards
To apply, please submit your CV
Due to the volume of applications, we are only able to contact successful applicants. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 10 working days please deem your application as unsuccessful on this occasion.
Membership Bespoke is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. Membership Bespoke positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Membership Bespoke is the most experienced membership-focused recruitment firm in the UK, with 10+ years of experience delivering tailored permanent, temporary, interim, and Executive Search recruitment solutions to Trade Associations, Regulatory Bodies, Political Parties, and Professional Bodies.