Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Organisation: Richmondshire Building Preservation Trust (RBPT)
Location: The Station, Richmond, North Yorkshire (Hybrid options considered)
Reports To: Chair of the Board of Trustees
Salary: Circa £50,000
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
Closing Date; 22nd June 2025
Start Date: To be agreed
About RBPT
The Richmondshire Building Preservation Trust is a registered charity dedicated to rescuing, restoring, and repurposing historic buildings for the benefit of the public and the communities of Richmondshire. Our best-known success, The Station, has become a vibrant hub for cinema, culture, artisan food, and tourism. RBPT is now entering an exciting phase of growth, including the development of The Old Grammar School, a bold, creative digital arts and library destination.
Role Purpose
The CEO is the strategic leader of RBPT. Responsible for the overall management and growth of the organisation, the CEO will work closely with the Board of Trustees to deliver its charitable mission and long-term vision. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dynamic and respected Trust with local roots and ambitious plans for national and international cultural impact.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement the Trust’s strategic plans in line with its vision and values
- Advise and support the Board of Trustees with timely, accurate information
- Lead organisational development and governance improvement
- Lead the Senior management Team supporting them to monitor and improve performance of the Teams.
- Promote innovation while safeguarding charitable purpose and community benefit
Programme & Project Delivery
- Oversee RBPT’s core activities, including site operations and visitor engagement
- Lead and support the successful delivery of major capital and creative projects, notably The Old Grammar
- Monitor performance, impact, and continuous improvement of the Trust.
Financial Management
- Ensure financial sustainability through effective budgeting, planning and risk management
- Lead business development and income diversification (grants, partnerships, trading)
- Maintain and develop internal systems, compliance, policies, and reporting
People & Culture
- Inspire, manage, and support a small team of staff and volunteers
- Be a role model to foster an inclusive, creative and collaborative workplace culture.
- Champion personal and professional development within the organisation
Partnerships & Public Engagement
- Act as the public face of RBPT to stakeholders, funders, media, and the wider community
- Build strong partnerships across heritage, tourism, local government, education, and the arts
- Advocate for Richmond as a destination for culture, heritage, and imagination
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven leadership and strategic management potential at senior level, ideally within a charity, cultural or heritage context
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and funding bids
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication and advocacy skills
- Experience of working with Boards or trustees in a governance framework
- Ability to build partnerships and networks across diverse sectors
- A creative and entrepreneurial mindset aligned with RBPT’s values and ambitions
Desirable
- Knowledge of heritage conservation, tourism, place-making, or the creative industries
- Experience with capital project delivery or cultural master planning
- Familiarity with rural regeneration, or community engagement
- Understanding of charity law, regulatory compliance, and impact measurement
- Educated to degree level
- Personal licence to be the Designated Premises Supervisor (DPS)
What We Offer
- An inspiring role in a respected organisation at a pivotal point of growth
- A collaborative and supportive board and team environment
- Opportunities to shape pioneering cultural and heritage projects
- Flexibility and a commitment to work/life balance
- Competitive terms and conditions
RBPT is a disability confident employer
How to Apply
For an informal discussion please contact Bryan Johnson, Chair RBPT.
Bryan is available 12 – 20th June please email chair@rbptboard.co.uk to make an appointment.
Please send your CV and a detailed covering letter explaining your suitability and interest in the role to vc@rbptboard.co.uk
Deadline for applications: 22nd June 2025; interviews: w/c 7th July 2025