Chief Executive Officer

Mslexia Publications Limited


Job Summary

Lead the next chapter of a pioneering women’s writing charity. Mslexia, the UK’s best-loved writing magazine for women, is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation into an exciting new phase of growth and impact.

Job Description

As CEO, you will provide strategic, operational and inspirational leadership for Mslexia, working closely with the Board of Trustees and leading a team of talented staff.
You will be responsible for:

  • Setting and delivering organisational strategy with the Board.
  • Leading and supporting the staff team, fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.
  • Overseeing financial management, budgeting and long-term sustainability.
  • Developing and diversifying income streams, including commercial activity, partnerships and fundraising.
  • Acting as the public face of Mslexia, championing its mission locally, regionally and nationally.
  • Strengthening governance, systems, policies and risk management.
  • Building partnerships and promoting the Mslexia brand and influence.

They are seeking an inspiring, values-driven leader with the vision, credibility and skills to lead a purpose-led organisation.

You will bring:

  • Senior leadership experience in the charity, public, commercial or related sector.
  • Strong financial literacy and experience managing multiple income streams.
  • A track record of leading and motivating teams.
  • Experience working with a Board or similar governance structure.
  • Strategic thinking skills, with the ability to turn vision into action.
  • Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
  • A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable:

  • Experience in the arts, culture or creative industries.
  • Experience of hybrid earned / grant-funded income models.
  • Events or publishing-related experience.

A full candidate pack and details of how to apply can be accessed https://www.jobswithpurpose.co.uk/uploads/b/a241a270-0fe9-11ec-a9a8-89c238c95ee6/Mslexia%20CEO%20Candidate%20Pack%20final%20Jan%2026.pdf – here

For a confidential discussion about the role, email David Robinson at Jobs with Purpose mailto:[email protected] – [email protected] with your availability and brief details regarding your experience and interest in the position.

Closing date: Monday 9 February 2026, 12 noon
Interviews: Week commencing 16 February 2026

Job Requirements

  • Proven track record in a senior leadership role within the charity, public, commercial or related sector
  • Strong understanding of income generation and managing multiple income streams, including earned income, contracts, grants, partnerships, sponsorships, commercial ventures etc.
  • Leading, supporting and motivating individuals and teams
  • Financial literacy, including the ability to plan, interrogate and manage budgets
  • Reporting and impact monitoring, including to a board, to funding organisations and in compiling compelling business cases / proposals
  • Record of developing KPIs and demonstrating social impact
  • Track record in project development and implementation
  • Developing and/or implementing marketing strategies
  • Knowledge in digital transformation and tech-enabled growth.
  • Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, and environmental issues

Desirable

  • Working in an arts context
  • Hybrid streams of earned / grant income
  • Events management
  • Working with Boards

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Chief Executive Officer
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Literature
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 09 Feb 2026

  • Location:

    North East

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Job: Chief Executive Officer

Job: Chief Executive Officer

Organisation: Mslexia Publications Limited

Postcode: NE18ST

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