Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a values-led national children’s rights charity in their search for a new Executive Director.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a values-driven organisation that protects the rights of children in institutional settings such as care, mental health units, and custody. The charity combines legal expertise, advocacy, and direct advice to create meaningful change.
Location: Remote within England, with regular travel to London and occasional travel across England
Salary: £62,000 per annum + 6% employer pension contribution
Contract: Permanent, full-time with flexible working (between 8am–8pm)
Key Areas of Responsibility:
Lead strategic planning and oversee delivery of the current strategyAct as Designated Safeguarding Lead and uphold best practice in child protectionEnsure effective governance and legal complianceLead income generation from trusts, foundations, and individualsRepresent the charity externally with integrity and passionOversee impactful delivery across legal, policy, and participation programmesChampion an inclusive, rights-based culture within the teamAbout You:
We are seeking an experienced and principled leader with:
Significant leadership experience in a rights-based or children’s organisationExpertise in England’s legal and policy frameworks relating to children’s rights and institutional careDemonstrable success in fundraising and building sustainable incomeStrong communication skills and experience of public advocacyConfidence in leading strategy, people, and change in a small organisationLived or professional experience of institutional care settings is highly desirableThis role would suit someone with the independence, emotional intelligence, and vision to lead a high-impact charity working at the intersection of children’s rights, law, and policy.
For more information, please submit your CV to lizzy.clark@harrishill.co.uk.
Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.