Chief Executive Officer

Apply before 5pm on 25 September 2025.

Job summary

Salary
Up to £55,000 gross per annum
Location
Based in the local authority areas of Basildon, Braintree, Brentwood, Castle Point, Rochford & Thurrock
Workplace
Hybrid working
Contract
Permanent
Hours per week
37

How to apply

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Interviews will take place on 13 October 2025.

About the role

Due to the retirement of our existing Chief Executive officer we are looking for an inspirational and self-motivated leader to continue to develop Citizens Advice Braintree & South Essex (CABSE). CABSE is a well regarded local independent charity providing free, impartial and confidential information, advice and guidance to over 20,000 people per annum.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful Local Citizens Advice in Essex serving a population of over 750,000 people spread across the local authority areas of Basildon, Braintree, Brentwood, Castle Point, Rochford and Thurrock.

The successful candidate may be an experienced Citizens Advice professional, a Senior Manager with experience in the other parts of the voluntary sector or someone with an outstanding track record who is looking for a career change.

Full details in the Application Pack and supporting documents on our HR portal:

CABSE is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, satisfactory references and must meet the HMRC requirements to be considered a ‘Fit & Proper person’.

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