Come and Join our Team
Post Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Reports to: Board of Trustees
Location: Northampton (with flexibility for some remote working)
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 p.a.
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Direct Reports: Senior Leadership Team
Northampton Hope Centre is at a pivotal moment in its journey. With a strong financial position, ambitious plans for the future – including the potential to move into a new home – and a superb, committed team, we are seeking an inspiring leader to guide the charity into its next chapter.
The Hope Centre is a leading charity tackling poverty, hunger and homelessness in Northamptonshire. Through our vital services, campaigning, and social enterprise activity, we support some of the most vulnerable in our community and strive to create lasting change.
We are now looking for a Chief Executive Officer who will:
– Provide strategic leadership and work with our Board of Trustees to shape and deliver the charity’s future direction.
– Build on our strong reputation to strengthen partnerships and raise our profile locally and nationally.
– Drive growth in both our services and our social enterprise arm, ensuring long-term sustainability.
– Inspire and lead a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who share a passion for making a difference.
The successful candidate will bring proven senior leadership experience within the charity, public, or social enterprise sectors. You will combine strategic vision with strong financial and operational acumen, and have a track record of generating income, building partnerships, and motivating teams. Most importantly, you will be committed to our mission of tackling homelessness, hardship, and inequality.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a respected and values-driven charity at a time of growth and innovation.
Closing Date: Friday 31st October 2025
Interviews: Thursday 13th November 2025
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter to Alex Copeland, our current CEO, who is supporting the Board with this recruitment process.
Email: Alex@northamptonhopecentre.org.uk
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit Hope; visits can be arranged via Alex.