Chief Executive Officer

As the major trade body of credit unions across England, Scotland and Wales, we are now seeking to appoint an exceptional individual to lead the trade body.

As the leader of the business the successful role holder will be responsible, along with the Board for setting the strategic direction and steering ABCUL to positive and successful outcomes.

We expect;
▪ As the leader of our business, we look to you to set the strategic direction and steer ABCUL to positive and successful outcomes.
▪ You are ethical, approachable, collaborative and authentic.
▪ You drive a positive business culture, you set the tone and lead by example.
▪ You ensure that the business has the right resources and structure to deliver against its’ vision and plans.
▪ You ensure that the services we offer and the level of service to our members is of a high quality and fits with our member needs.
▪ You develop and implement practice plans and risk strategies to ensure our business is protected.
▪ You maintain and develop your own awareness of regulatory and legal expectations of the business and proactively share this knowledge to the team.
▪ You work to empower our team to deliver successfully against their roles.
▪ You take a collaborative approach and promote a culture of collective responsibility.
▪ Your stakeholder management, lobbying and influencing skills are strong and you utilise appropriate networks for the benefit of ABCUL and its members.
▪ You put our members and our staff first