Macular Society is recruiting a new Chief Executive Officer to lead our organisation to achieve:
our vision to end macular disease,
and our mission to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease by funding world-class research and providing the best advice and support.
To do this our CEO will live our values and enable our teams to succeed by providing exceptional leadership and strategic direction – together we will Beat Macular Disease.
Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support.
To support people affected by macular disease now, the Macular Society provides a range of support, information and services. Our research programme is focused on finding new treatments and a cure to Beat Macular Disease forever.
Job title: Chief Executive Officer
Salary: £95,000 - £105,000 p.a.
Location: Andover with Hybrid Working Options. We envisage at least 50% of time to be spent with colleagues working from our Andover office during the first year in post.
Contract: Full time / permanent
Benefits: We offer flexible working options, 26 days annual leave, rising to 27 after one years’ service, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution. To find out more please visit: macularsociety.org/careers/benefits/
How to apply:
If you would like to receive an Information Pack on how to apply, please send a CV in confidence to Nick Shanks at nick.shanks@harrishill.co.uk
For an informal and confidential conversation about the position, please contact Nick at the above address with your contact details, and suitable times to chat.
Closing date for applications: 9am, Tuesday 2nd April 2024
We provide a great working culture – we do something worthwhile and are proud to work together to Beat Macular Disease – as recognised by our inclusion in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 list.
We are passionate about treating people fairly and as equals, doing so is instinctive to us. We know that to Beat Macular Disease for all we have work to do. That’s why we are keen to hear from people of all backgrounds who have the skills and experience we are looking for. We particularly encourage applications from people from under-represented groups, to help ensure what we do and how we do it is inclusive – for everyone.
