About this role

Imroc is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to provide strategic, values-led leadership as the organisation enters its next phase of development. This is a significant leadership opportunity for someone who can combine a strong commitment to recovery and lived experience leadership with the strategic, organisational and commercial judgement needed to lead a relatively small, influential charity. Working closely with the Board of Trustees and senior colleagues, the CEO will shape clear priorities, strengthen organisational and financial sustainability, build future leadership capability, and create new opportunities for impact and growth.

The successful candidate will be joining an organisation with a distinctive philosophy and more than 20 years of experience influencing recovery-focused practice. Imroc works in England and globally, combining consultancy and organisational development, accredited training, coaching and mentorship, thought leadership, evaluation and research. What Imroc does Training – co-produced, practical and recovery-focused programmes designed to build skills, confidence and meaningful culture change.

Consultancy and organisational development – collaborative support that helps organisations embed recovery principles, co-production and lived experience into practice and organisational culture. Research and evaluation – evidence-based work that contributes to learning across mental health and related systems and underpins Imroc’s training and consultancy. Thought leadership and influence – sharing learning, challenging established practice and helping shape more inclusive and recovery-focused systems.

At the heart of Imroc’s work is a commitment to recovery, peer support, co-production/co-development, equality, diversity and inclusion, and lived experience leadership. Purpose of the role The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for providing strategic, values-led leadership to Imroc, ensuring the organisation continues to influence and transform mental health systems through recovery-focused consultancy, research, training and innovation.

Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will lead the organisation through its next phase of development by creating a clear strategic vision, building sustainable partnerships, identifying new opportunities for growth and ensuring Imroc remains financially sustainable whilst remaining true to its values and recovery philosophy. The CEO will lead Imroc through a period of organisational transition, strengthening organisational and financial sustainability, developing future leadership capability, and positioning the charity for its next phase of development.

They will inspire an inclusive, high-performing culture where people are supported, challenged and enabled to do their best work, ensuring Imroc continues to have meaningful impact both nationally and internationally Imroc’s new Chief Executive Officer will: Provide inspiring, values-led strategic and executive leadership; Successfully lead Imroc through its next phase of organisational development and transition; Establish clear strategic priorities and ensure these translate into organisational action; Strengthen Imroc’s influence nationally and internationally; Create new opportunities for sustainable growth and impact; Build sustainable strategic partnerships; Strengthen Imroc’s long-term financial sustainability; Develop organisational and leadership capability; Develop an engaged, confident and high-performing team; Ensure lived experience leadership, peer support, co-production and recovery principles are meaningfully embedded across Imroc; Champion innovation and thought leadership whilst enabling a wider range of voices across Imroc to contribute to its influence; and Ensure Imroc continues to have a meaningful impact on mental health systems and communities.

Key responsibilities Strategic and executive leadership Provide strategic leadership to Imroc, ensuring the organisation remains focused on delivering its charitable objectives and long-term vision. Work collaboratively with the Board of Trustees to set and deliver Imroc’s strategic direction, translating the organisation’s purpose and values into clear organisational priorities. Provide effective executive oversight of organisational and operational performance, ensuring resources, systems and organisational capability support strategic priorities.

Continually scan the external environment to identify emerging opportunities, challenges and changes across mental health, health, social care and wider systems. Translate strategic opportunities into innovative products, partnerships, and services that align with Imroc’s mission. Ensure organisational structures, capabilities and resources continue to evolve to meet future priorities. Lead Imroc effectively through organisational, cultural and strategic change.

Champion continuous improvement and innovation. Leadership and culture Lead an inclusive, compassionate and value-led organisational culture. Foster an environment where people feel supported whilst also being appropriately challenged to achieve high standards. Lead with authenticity, integrity, and a strong commitment to recovery principles. Ensure Imroc’s values, recovery philosophy, commitment to EDI, peer support, co-production/co-development and lived experience leadership are reflected throughout organisational culture, priorities and decision-making.

Build leadership capability through coaching, mentoring, and development. Promote collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement across consultants and colleagues. Ensure difficult conversations are approached constructively, respectfully, and in a way that enables growth. Business development and external influence Build and maintain strategic partnerships across the NHS, voluntary sector, academia, research organisations and wider system partners.

Proactively identify and create new business opportunities, strategic partnerships and sources of sustainable income that increase Imroc’s impact and strengthen long-term financial sustainability. Represent Imroc nationally through networking, speaking engagements, conferences, and stakeholder engagement. Position Imroc as an influential, values-led and recovery-focused thought leader, creating opportunities for colleagues and people with lived experience to contribute to Imroc’s external voice and influence.

Support the development of bids, proposals, and strategic partnerships that align with Imroc’s values and expertise. Build relationships that open opportunities for others across Imroc to develop and deliver new work. Financial sustainability Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and Board to ensure long-term financial sustainability. Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and organisational performance.

Ensure effective stewardship of organisational resources. Support and enable income generation through consultancy, partnerships, grants, and other opportunities. Ensure strategic and operational decisions take account of Imroc’s long-term financial sustainability. Governance Maintain a strong and effective relationship with the Board of Trustees. Maintain oversight of effective strategic governance frameworks, ensuring clear accountability, effective decision-making, and appropriate organisational assurance.

Ensure the organisation meets all legal and regulatory obligations. Support Trustees through timely reporting, strategic advice, and effective governance. Promote high standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability. People leadership Lead, support, and develop senior colleagues. Build organisational capability and succession planning. Create an environment where people are empowered to contribute their expertise.

Encourage collaboration whilst maintaining accountability for delivery. Lead through periods of change in a way that m

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