Chief Executive

Glasspool Charity Trust Chief Executive Salary £75,000 + benefits Glasspool ( ) is a UK-wide grant funder, established in 1939 with a permanent endowment from Richard Louveteau Glasspool, a Hertfordshire businessman and philanthropist. He experienced financial hardship as a young man, but when his income became more than enough to meet his personal needs, he started to provide financial support to individuals. He died in 1949, aged 65, but his legacy lives on in the Glasspool Charity Trust. The charity was named the Association of Charitable Organisations (ACO) Charity of the Year in 2024 in recognition of our courageous and transformative approach to grant-making. Background is less important than experience and personal qualities. The ideal candidate will: Strategy: Ability to combine a commercial, entrepreneurial capability to identify and deliver growth A proven track record of turning a collective strategic vision into reality. Be intellectually curious and agile and an empathy with the culture and focus for future activities Governance and Compliance: An understanding of the statutory, voluntary, and community sectors, along with the complexities of the environment in which Glasspool operates. Knowledge of effectively supporting charity trustees and boards to carry out their duties and responsibilities Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Administration: Sound financial management Excellent administrative skills Knowledge and experience of ..... full job details .....