Chief Executive - Leicestershire Education Business Company : Job Details

Join Our Team as Chief Executive

Are you passionate about empowering young minds and ready to lead a dynamic organisation towards greater success? If yes, then look no further!

About Us

Established in 1992, Leicestershire Education Business Company (LEBC) is a distinguished charity with a turnover of approximately £800,000. Committed to providing young people with experiences that build knowledge, skills and confidence about the world of work, LEBC plays a pivotal role in preparing them for the professional world.

At LEBC, our mission is clear: to create opportunities that enable young individuals to thrive.  Guided by a dedicated Board of Trustees, we foster collaboration with the business community, recognising them as essential partners in our endeavour.

About the Role

We are looking to appoint a leader who can grow our business, who can see the potential for new services which fit with our objectives and the current needs of young people and employers.  We need a creative thinker, change maker who can bring fresh ideas in this competitive market space.  The charity operating model is to derive philanthropic donations from local businesses who benefit from our services (<10% per annum) with the remaining funds coming from our fee-paying services.  It is essential that these services can be provided in an efficient, effective and safe manner, therefore an understanding of commercial business operations, financial planning and strategic thinking is required for the successful leadership of LEBC.

About You

We need someone with leadership experience, who has previously won work contracts who can influence and inspire confidence in commissioners and partner organisations at national and local level, and our schools, colleges and employers, our valued customers. Knowledge on Government policy on careers education and inclusion of young people is desirable.  You must have excellent interpersonal skills, be able to command the respect of peers and lead and empower our team of highly skilled staff who deliver excellent customer service and value in their fields of expertise.

Our Reach

Currently the work is predominantly in Leicestershire, providing a work experience and careers guidance service to schools and colleges. We also operate in Rutland, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Lincolnshire, offering STEM Ambassadors the opportunity to link with schools and colleges to inform young people of STEM careers and the importance of STEM to the economy.  Employer engagement is a very strong feature with over 2,000 active employers who partner with us to offer careers related opportunities to young people.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary circa £65,000 per annum
• Full-time position with a 10% employer pension contribution

Start Date:

• Join us in July/August 2024 (negotiable)

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to email their CV and a covering letter to the provided link. We look forward to hearing from you. Don't miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young individuals. Join LEBC in shaping the future today.

Application Closing Date: 5pm Friday 31st May 2024

LEBC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Background checks and an Enhanced DBS will be required for this role.