Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer

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Solihull Action through Advocacy (SAtA)

Location: Solihull, Hybrid

Hours: 37 hours per week; permanent (flexible working options considered)

Salary: £45,000 FTE

Closing date: 15th April 2026

Solihull Action through Advocacy (SAtA) has been providing independent advocacy for vulnerable people in Solihull for over 25 years. We support adults and young people with a learning disability or autism, who also may be experiencing poor mental health or complex life circumstances. We support people to have their say, understand their rights and be fully involved in decisions about their lives. We ensure their voices are heard and their choices are respected. Rooted in the local community, its small and dedicated teams are known for their person-centred approach, strong values and commitment to social justice. Enabling people to live healthier, happier and independent lives is central to our work.

The organisation is entering an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen its impact.

 About the opportunity

We are recruiting for an inspiring and values-led CEO to lead SAtA into an exciting period of development, with opportunities to strengthen partnerships, diversify income and deepen our impact.

This is a pivotal position for a collaborative, hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with operational impact. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will guide the organisation’s strategy, people, partnerships and resources to maximise positive outcomes for local people. You will also act as the charity’s senior ambassador, strengthening and growing relationships with commissioners, funders and partners.

You will

• Inspire and support our people (staff and volunteers) to deliver their best for the people we serve.
• Lead the development and delivery of the strategic plan, translating vision into practical outcomes.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality advocacy services and community projects that champion the voice of lived experience and are underpinned by robust performance monitoring and strong operational systems.
• Build and strengthen influential partnerships and represent SAtA locally, regionally and nationally.
• Develop deep insight into health and social care systems and champion the role of advocacy.
• Support the Board to meet its legal and regulatory duties, providing clear data on performance, finance and risk, to inform decision making.
• Ensure financial sustainability, including robust financial planning, budgeting, income generation and contract management.

About you

• You will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational confidence and a genuine commitment to advocating for those we serve.
• You will be comfortable leading a small organisation, where flexibility, pragmatism and a willingness to be hands-on are key to success.
• With senior leadership experience you will have a record of building trusted relationships internally and with external partners.
• You will have developed cultures built on collaboration and respect that motivate and support.
• Your awareness of funding and/or managing contracts will be underpinned by strong financial management and budget oversight and you will be able to demonstrate how you can work closely with a Board, supporting good governance.

This is your opportunity to make a transformational impact in a vital charity and make a real difference for the people we serve.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
We are open to flexible working arrangements and encourage candidates to discuss options that support their needs.

How to apply

To discuss this role in more detail please contact Hannah at our recruitment partner, Not For Profit People.