Could you be the new CEO for Citizens Advice Basingstoke?

Citizens Advice Basingstoke is seeking a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through a period of increasing demand and change. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in the local community, ensuring people continue to receive high-quality advice on issues including debt, housing, employment, and the cost of living.
They are looking for a values-led and strategic leader who can:
• provide clear organisational direction and leadership to staff and volunteers
• ensure financial sustainability, including income generation and diversification
• build effective partnerships with funders and stakeholders
• work closely with the Trustee Board to ensure strong governanceThe role will involve leading the charity through key challenges including funding pressures, local government reorganisation and evolving service delivery needs. Job Description below.

Closing Date: Tuesday 26th May 2026
Application can be found here: Staff Vacancies

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Basingstoke area

Salary: £45,000 – £54, 000 p.a. dependent on experience and skills

Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Holiday allocation: 33 days per annum inclusive of Bank Holidays

The Role

Citizens Advice Basingstoke is seeking a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through a period of increasing demand and change.

This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in the local community, ensuring people continue to receive high-quality advice on issues including debt, housing, employment, and the cost of living.

We are looking for a values-led and strategic leader who can:

• provide clear organisational direction and leadership to staff and volunteers

• ensure financial sustainability, including income generation and diversification

• build effective partnerships with funders and stakeholders

• work closely with the Trustee Board to ensure strong governance

The role will involve leading the charity through key challenges including funding pressures, local government reorganisation, and evolving service delivery needs.

Applications

At Citizens Advice, we recognise the positive value of diversity, promoting equity and celebrating inclusion. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification, Application Pack, Application Form, and Application Form Guidance files below:

• Job Description and Person Specification

• Application Pack

 Application Form

• Application Form Guidance

Please return your completed application form to Jane Charlick at jane.charlick@basingstokecab.org.uk.

The closing date for completed application forms is close of business on Tuesday 26 May 2026.

Thank you for your interest in Citizens Advice Basingstoke.

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