Deputy CEO

BAME Recruitment Limited ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

About Economy Economy exists to support people - particularly those currently furthest from power - to shape the economy to achieve what matters to them. We do this because the economy plays a central role in society, it shapes our health and wellbeing and the sustainability of the planet. As the economic impact of the coronavirus looks to be far-reaching, our work is more important than ever. We have written a three-year strategy to create an environment in the UK in which more people are able to meaningfully take part in decision making on the economy. To achieve this, we have secured funding to increase our capacity and the first step is appointing somebody to help manage this growth. About the role We are now recruiting a Deputy CEO at this exciting time to implement our 3 year strategy. We are looking for a driven and dynamic individual with excellent project and people management skills who can shape the role to deliver the strategy and grow with the organisation. Requirements Key Skills and Experience Track record of developing organisational systems to promote collaboration, embed a positive organisational culture and enact diversity and inclusion across an organisation. An understanding of Diversity and Inclusion and how they can be embedded in all parts of organisational strategy, development and day-to-day operations. Managed teams to support organisational and personal development. Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Experience of designing, managing and delivering complex projects and programmes. An engaging presentational style. An ability to listen and communicate to build consensus and work collaboratively. A track record of using strategic thinking to improve outcomes and ways of working in an organisation. An ability to pay attention to detail across multiple areas of work Values and behaviours Personal commitment to Economy's values and purpose of supporting people - particularly those furthest from power - to use economics to achieve what matters to them. Ability to reflect and learn, including sharing failures and uncertainties. Openly taking feedback from the team and members of Economy's community on your behaviours and work. The emotional intelligence to empathise with and appreciate others, creating opportunities for those you work with to grow and develop. Benefits Benefits: 7% employer matched pension after probation, flexible working, 25 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays and Christmas break) and a staff development budget. Reporting to: Chief Executive Application deadline: 23.59pm, Monday 8 June. Interviews: First interviews will be held week commencing 15 June and second round interviews will be held the week commencing 22 June.