Chief Operating Officer - #2083012

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

West Yorkshire Based

Circa £60,000 Per Annum

Full Time | Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing UK charity dedicated to supporting terminally ill, disabled, seriously unwell and abused children, as well as young carers, through life-changing respite breaks, holidays, experiences and day trips.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Board of Trustees, the COO will play a pivotal role in ensuring the charity operates effectively, sustainably and in line with its mission.

This is a unique opportunity for a strategic and operational leader who is passionate about making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable children and families across the UK.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, support organisational growth, strengthen governance and compliance, and help ensure the charity continues to deliver exceptional outcomes for beneficiaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the charity.
• Support the CEO in delivering the organisation's vision, objectives and long-term strategy.
• Lead and develop operational processes, systems and governance frameworks.
• Oversee organisational performance, risk management and compliance activities.
• Manage budgets, operational planning and resource allocation.
• Support fundraising, partnership and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Lead, inspire and develop a committed team of staff and volunteers.
• Build strong relationships with trustees, donors, supporters and external partners.
• Ensure the charity continues to deliver high-quality services and experiences to beneficiaries.
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and sustainable growth across the organisation.

About You

We are looking for an experienced senior leader who combines commercial awareness with a genuine passion for the charitable sector.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience operating at Director, Head of Operations or COO level.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent strategic planning and organisational development skills.
• Experience managing budgets, governance and compliance frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building capabilities.
• The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills.
• A passion for improving the lives of children, young people and families.

Experience within the charity, not-for-profit, healthcare, social care or public sectors would be highly advantageous, although applications from commercially minded leaders with transferable experience are also welcomed.

Why Join?

This is far more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to help deliver experiences that create lasting memories for children and families facing some of life's most challenging circumstances.

You'll join an organisation with a clear purpose, an ambitious vision and a passionate team committed to making a meaningful difference every day.

If you are an experienced operational leader looking for a role where your work truly matters, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of something extraordinary.