Could you be the right person to take this inspiring social enterprise forward into the next exciting chapter?Managing DirectorSalary: Circa £45,000 (negotiable)Hours: 30–37 hours per week (flexible)Contract: PermanentLocation: London, Hybrid working available.This organisation is a jewellery-sector social enterprise on the cusp of becoming a registered charity.They use jewellery-making and the creative industries to transform the lives of those experiencing homelessness who face barriers to employment, education, or social inclusion.They are looking for a leader who will shape the organisation’s future, culture, and long-term impact.Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you'll:Develop contracts, partnerships and trading incomeDevelop a commercial strategy for the organisation’s products and services, from jewellery commissions to trainingWork alongside the grant and trust fundraiser to build the organisation’s funding pipelineCultivate relationships across the jewellery, craft, and creative industriesLead impactful, inclusive programmes for young people alongside the delivery teamEstablish this social enterprise as a registered charity, leading on finances, policies, and governanceYou'll bring senior leadership experience in the charity, social enterprise, or creative sectors, a track record in fundraising or income generation, and ideally connections within the jewellery, craft, or creative industries would be desirable but not essential. Above all, you'll share this organisation’s commitment to using creativity to transform lives, with the entrepreneurial drive to build something new and lasting.The enterprise launched in 2020, they have been dedicated to creating beautiful pieces of jewellery that not only tell a story but also make a positive impact. They’re moving to charitable status to provide more stability, working from an established foundation, they hope to increase their social impact, growing their programme delivery.Closing date: Thursday 23rd July at Midnight Interested?To apply, please click the apply button. You will be taken to a simple CHM Recruit form where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions.This organisation is an equal opportunities employer. They actively encourage applications from individuals with lived experience relevant to our work, including those from the communities they serve.No agencies please.
