Role- Head of Scotland

Reed are supporting a well-known and highly respected Membership Organisation that are looking for a Head of Scotland to join them on a permanent basis. As the credible, progressive face of the organisation in Scotland portraying and communicating their values focused around good governance and the professionalising of Boards/Leaders, you will be accountable for the development and delivery of local strategy, based on the UK strategy for the Institute. You will work closely with Scottish National and Branch chairs as well as the Ambassador Network to grow the membership, deliver our courses and input to the Government in Scotland.

Developing and maintaining productive relationships with public sector stakeholders including Scottish Government, Local authorities, educational institutions, key business representation organisations and nationwide stakeholders, you will represent views and opinions of members in Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead organisational operations across Scotland in alignment with organisations UK strategy and the needs of members across the nation.
• Collaborate with the relevant Management Team member to develop annual plans and budgets that increase member retention, acquisition, sponsorship and brand recognition.
• Work closely with National and Branch Chairs to deliver engagement programmes that enhance member value, retention and acquisition.
• Act as a visible focal point for members, encouraging recruitment, retention and member engagement.
• Support and promote volunteer office holders and ambassadors, including the Scotland Chair.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to ensure content, PR and policy activity reflects Scottish priorities and opportunities.
• Promote Chartered Director and Professional Development opportunities across Scotland.
• Represent and promote Scotland’s interests with senior stakeholders and the Executive Management Team.
• Direct the work program and oversight for the Nations Senior Policy Advisor to ensure our policy work is effectively delivering on our influence agenda for members in Scotland.
• Review administrative processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Undertake additional duties and projects as reasonably required.

Key Performance Indicators

• Member Retention and Engagement
• Member Acquisition
• Sponsorship Revenue
• Professional Development Revenue
• Impactful Influence Agenda

Person Specification - Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of good governance, including board-level involvement.
• Working knowledge of the government and economic infrastructure in Scotland and emerging issues across Scotland and the wider UK.

Experience

• Experience leading strategic and operational planning processes.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining stakeholder relationships and partnerships.
• Experience engaging effectively with volunteers and growing business networks.
• Strong commercial acumen, including securing sponsorship and engaging B2B audiences.
• Experience leading a small multi-functional team.

Skills

• Ability to identify and respond to member priorities and needs.

Attributes

• Inspirational leader with a focus on excellence and high performance.

• Strong intellect and pragmatic problem-solving skills.

Does this sound like the role for you? Apply online today!