The Organisation

CILIP is a small, dynamic organisation with ambitious plans. As a membership organisation they represent the interests of Information Professionals in all sectors - from local libraries to global businesses - helping to transform the UK in to a world leading information economy.

They approach this in different ways, including working with leading brands across a range of sectors to help build information capability, develop the information professional workforce and manage knowledge, information and data at a huge scale; alongside work that focusses on ensuring that people have access to excellent libraries in their communities, helping to promote the positive benefits of books, reading and literacy.

2019 marks the halfway point in their own Transformation and Modernisation programme. Under the leadership of the CEO they are working towards becoming an agile, digital-first leadership organisation, making the most of technology and sector-leading content to help their members succeed.

The Role

As COO you will need to be an experienced professional who understands how to run an organisation effectively and shares Cilip's vision and enthusiasm for transformative change and, working alongside their CEO, help them move to the next level through high performing delivery operations. This includes:

- Leading CILIP's Business Development Strategy, ensuring that opportunities are translated into sustainable revenue;

- Working with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the successful delivery of their Change and Digital Transformation programmes

- Working with the Head of Finance and Senior Leadership Team to deliver effective financial operations, that are well-integrated with delivery

- Ensuring that CILIP is an excellent employer, including implementing talent management, HR and professional development to maintain their positive, healthy working culture;

- Maintaining their record of excellent governance, including advising the Board, CEO and Senior Leadership Team on any governance and legislative changes and best practices;

- Ensuring the smooth running of governance and business processes and proactively seeking opportunities for efficiency and value;

- Managing a busy front-of-house team to meet the needs of the organisation and of the company tenants and external customers who rent space in their building;

The Person

To be successful in this role you will need to have broad experience of the full range of business functions and systems including strategic development and planning, human resources, budgeting and finance, governance, IT and legal. You will need a proven track record in leadership and people management, including supervision and support and be experienced in stakeholder management and working with external bodies. You will also need to understand the importance of good governance and have the credibility to advise the Board, CEO and SLT on related issues.

You will need a qualification in accounting, human resource management, legal or a related discipline and/or appropriate experience to demonstrate a high level of understanding about operational and financial strategy. This will be combined with excellent written, verbal, presentation skills and proven skills in planning and delivery of strategic projects

To Apply

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking the "Apply” button below. Please upload your CV in Word format and include a supporting statement as part of your application (This should be no more than two sides of A4).

A Prospectus consultant will review and assess all submitted applications on. As part of the selection process, candidates may be invited to meet with a consultant at our offices. If selected for interview with CILIP, interview are due to take place as below:

First Stage Interviews: w/c 12th August