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Senior, commercially focused leadership role responsible for the growth, retention and overall health of a high-value membership community. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on relationship management and business development for an independent, not-for-profit, cross-sector membership organisation.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and deliver a membership strategy that drives engagement, retention and growth
Lead and develop a high-performing membership team
Manage budgets, forecasting and performance reporting
Identify and secure new member organisations aligned to strategic priorities
Build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities
Lead senior-level sales conversations and presentations
Develop tailored engagement plans for member organisations
Maintain senior relationships and act as a trusted adviser
Ensure consistent delivery of member value across all touchpoints
Gather and utilise member insight to inform organisational strategy
Work closely with partnerships, marketing and programme teams
Ensure effective use of CRM systems and data
Requirements:
At least three years’ experience as a Head of or equivalent senior leader within a membership, sales, account management or stakeholder relations function
Minimum three years’ experience managing, developing and coaching a team with direct commercial accountability
Demonstrable track record of business development, including upselling, cross-selling and exceeding financial targets in a membership, professional services or policy environment
Significant experience of membership strategy, client engagement or account management in a comparable organisation – membership body, consultancy, policy institute, NGO or professional services firm
Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with senior leaders across sectors, including government departments and large private sector organisations
Track record of financial forecasting, budgeting and performance reporting
Interest in public policy, government affairs or cross-sector context
Nice to have:
Experience within a public policy, government affairs or cross-sector context
Familiarity with CRM platforms (ideally Dynamics 365) and their application to member engagement and pipeline management
Background in a not-for-profit, charity or membership organisation
What we offer:
Enhanced annual leave (33 days including bank holidays plus birthday leave)