Managing Director
Quick answer
Besson Street Trust is hiring a hybrid Managing Director in Southeast London paying £36,000 (0.6 FTE) to lead strategic operations, fundraising, and property portfolio management for their community-focused charity.
- Role
- Managing Director
- Organization
- Besson Street Trust
- Location
- Besson Street Community Garden, Southeast London
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £36,000 per annum (0.6 FTE)
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
- Apply by
- 2026-06-28
The role
Besson Street Trust is seeking an experienced and strategic Managing Director to lead their community-focused charitable organization in Southeast London. The role involves driving organizational strategy, overseeing a residential and commercial property portfolio, and securing funding to support community health and wellbeing initiatives. This leadership position is critical as the Trust prepares for the development of a new community centre and seeks to expand its local impact. The successful candidate will work closely with the Board of Trustees to ensure financial sustainability and strong governance.
What you'll do
- Lead organizational strategy, business planning, and development.
- Manage senior staff and foster a positive organizational culture.
- Build and maintain partnerships with funders and community stakeholders.
- Oversee financial sustainability and asset strategy for property portfolios.
- Drive fundraising initiatives and income diversification.
What it takes
- Significant senior leadership experience in a relevant sector.
- Demonstrated experience working with Boards and governance structures.
- Proven track record in partnership building and funding development.
- Ability to combine high-level strategic thinking with hands-on leadership.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is the Managing Director role remote?
The position is based at the Besson Street Community Garden in Southeast London and offers a hybrid work arrangement.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary for this role is £36,000 per annum for a 0.6 full-time equivalent schedule.
What are the core qualifications required for this role?
Candidates must have senior leadership experience, a strong background in partnership and funding development, and experience working with governance structures and Boards.
What is the deadline to apply for this job?
The closing date for applications is June 28, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Besson Street Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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