Chief Executive Officer Vacancy – Braintree & South Essex Citizen’s Advice Bureau

Posted on: September 5, 2025

Chief Executive Officer

Role: Full Time Role available

Hours of Work: 37 hours per week

Salary: Up to £55,000 gross per annum FTE – depending on experience

Location: Hybrid – including offices in the local authority areas of Basildon, Braintree, Brentwood, Castle Point, Rochford and Thurrock

Fixed Term Contract: Permanent

Due to the retirement of our existing Chief Executive officer we are looking for an inspirational and self-motivated leader to continue to develop Citizens Advice Braintree & South Essex (CABSE). CABSE is a well-regarded local independent charity providing free, impartial and confidential information, advice and guidance to 20,000 people per annum.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful Local Citizens Advice in Essex serving a population of over 750,000 people spread across the local authority areas of Basildon, Braintree, Brentwood, Castle Point, Rochford and Thurrock.

The successful candidate may be an experienced Citizens Advice professional, a Senior Manager with experience in the other parts of the voluntary sector or someone with an outstanding track record who is looking for a career change.

Full details in the Application Pack and supporting documents on our HR portal: https://hr.breathehr.com/recruitment/vacancies/42812

CABSE is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check, satisfactory references and must meet the HMRC requirements to be considered a ‘Fit & Proper person’.

Closing date for applications: 5pm on Thursday 25th of September 2025

Stage 1 Interview dates: 13th and 14th of October 2025

Stage 2 Panel Interview date: 21st October 2025

Author: Emily Smith
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