Chief Executive Officer

The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport

Hours
40 hours per week

Salary
£120,000–£140,000 + Benefits

About the Organisation

We are the leading professional body for everyone who works in supply chain, logistics and transport. We help you and your organisation gain the knowledge and insights you need in the modern world where logistics and transport skills matter.

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) supports the professionals who plan the roads, drive the trucks, bring in the raw materials, and store the goods safely. We are the leading international voice for supply chain, logistics and transport.

About the role

As CILT (UK)’s most senior executive you will:

• Lead the delivery of a clear business plan and strategic priorities in partnership with the Board.
• Ensure the Institute fulfils its Royal Charter, charitable objects and governance obligations.
• Act as the public face of CILT (UK): develop and maintain a strong network of external relationships and act as a trusted advisor to government, public bodies, industry and academia.
• Drive commercial performance across events, qualifications, learning and partnerships while protecting member value.
• Modernise member services and digital platforms to grow membership, retention and engagement (UK and international).
• Build internal capability through visible leadership of the senior management team, stronger governance, improved financial discipline and performance management.
• Champion diversity, inclusion and generational renewal across volunteers, membership and staff.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction, lead transformation and deliver sustainable income diversification.
• Oversee financial planning and P&L performance; address the organisation’s structural deficit and prepare resilient multi‑year plans.
• Represent CILT (UK) externally in policy debate and sector forums, presenting evidence‑based advice rather than lobbying.
• Strengthen relationships with volunteers, regional and national committees and the membership network.
• Ensure regulatory, legal and Royal Charter compliance; manage risk with rigour

Skills, Competencies & Experience

Required Skills:

• You will have a proven record of senior leadership, commercial delivery and transformation in one or more of the following contexts: professional bodies, commercial education/training, mid‑sized charities with commercial arms, or transport/logistics/ infrastructure organisations

Required Experience:

• Sector experience in logistics, transport or supply chain is advantageous but not mandatory: demonstrable leadership, credibility and the ability to deliver the brief are paramount.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: £120,000–£140,000 plus benefits (including 10% employer pension contribution and other benefits).

Working locations

• Hybrid working with significant time required in Corby, East Midlands Headquarters and at sector events (UK and international)

How to apply

• Apply online at www.berwickpartners.co.uk/94561
• For questions contact Thomas Ewen, Principal - [email protected] / 020 3970 1886

Policies

• CILT (UK) is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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