About the Job

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part-Time (0.5 to 0.8 FTE basis, equivalent to 18.75 to 30 hours per week)

Salary: £70,000 per annum, pro rata

Location: Remote organization with regular in-person meetings required in London

Organization Overview

The Sentencing Academy was established in 2019 and focuses on promoting evidence-based sentencing practices while improving public understanding of sentencing among professionals and the public.

The organization is entering a new phase focused on long-term sustainability, organizational growth, and expanding its funding base.

About the Role

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) will oversee the strategic direction of the charity and lead its next phase of development.

The role is responsible for supporting organizational sustainability, promoting evidence-based approaches to sentencing, reducing re-offending, supporting justice for victims, and improving public confidence in sentencing practices.

This leadership position includes responsibility for:

Strategic planning and organizational development

Operational compliance and governance

Financial sustainability and funding growth

Relationship management with stakeholders and partners

Public representation and media engagement

The organization’s 2026/27 budget is fully funded; however, the CEO will play a key role in broadening future funding sources through grants and partnerships.

About You

The ideal candidate will be an experienced nonprofit leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills and an interest in sentencing and the wider criminal justice system.

Candidates should demonstrate experience in:

Strategic planning

Governance

Financial management

Grant funding and partnership development

Team leadership and organizational management

Stakeholder and public engagement

Media representation

Analytical problem-solving and decision-making under pressure

What We Offer

Permanent part-time position on a 0.5 to 0.8 FTE basis (18.75 to 30 hours per week)

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Remote-first organizational structure with required attendance at meetings in London

Salary of £70,000 per annum, pro rata

Application Information

Applications close on 12 June 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application process upon request.

Interested applicants should apply through the organization’s website.

No agencies please.

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