Chief Executive Officer

Stratford Town Trust
Stratford upon Avon
c.£95,000 per annum
Hackney

Stratford Town Trust plays a crucial role in supporting people who live, work or study in the town. Guided by our values, we do this through the grants that we award to charities and voluntary organisations, and also through our valuable community assets, including our Community Hub, the bandstand, Rother Street Arts House, Stratford upon Avon Local Nature Reserve, Rowley Fields, the Community Orchard and the Guild Chapel.

THE ROLE

Our new Chief Executive will join at an exciting time where they will have the opportunity to shape and deliver our next five year strategic plan. They will lead us forward into our next phase and deliver our vision of creating a vibrant and connected community in Stratford upon Avon.

We are looking for an experienced and visionary leader who recognises the importance of our work and can see clear potential and opportunity to elevate our impact for people and families who live, work and visit Stratford. You will bring a track record of strategic leadership gained in an organisation of at least our size and will be comfortable managing a multimillion-pound budget and diverse asset portfolio.

INFORMATION

Download the candidate brief to find out about the role.

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How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides).
  • A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that responds to the following:
    • Tell us why the work of Stratford Town Trust resonates with you and how our work aligns with your values.
    • We play a critical role in delivering social impact across Stratford’s diverse community. How will your leadership experience prepare you for designing and delivering our future strategy and community impact?
    • We are a small team with a positive working culture. How have you fostered and supported a healthy, engaging and values-led culture in your teams or organisation?

Closing date:
Monday 3rd November 2025

Preliminary interviews:
w/c 24th November 2025

Final Panel interviews:
12th December 2025

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