Job Summary
Lead the Cultural Renaissance: Become the Next CEO of the Barbican Centre. If you're a visionary with a passion for creativity and a drive for impact, this is your moment.
Job Description
This role demands a leader who can seamlessly blend commercial acumen with artistic passion. You'll navigate a complex stakeholder environment and foster a positive relationship with the City of London Corporation. You will be a driving force in driving innovation, securing funding, cultivating donor relationships, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. Your ability to inspire, empower, and lead a high-performing team in a calm and steady manner through change will be paramount. As CEO, you'll be the architect of our future.
We seek a CEO with a proven track record in the creative/culture sector, a deep understanding of public-funded matrix-based organisations, and an unwavering commitment to diversity and inclusion. You'll be a thought leader in cultural debates, advocating for the transformative power of the arts whilst driving commercial services.
Job Responsibilities
The Barbican's ambitious Renewal programme presents a unique opportunity to reshape our iconic space, ensuring it remains a beacon of artistic excellence for future generations. More than just a leader, you'll be an ambassador, a spokesperson, and a visionary, building strategic partnerships, engaging with international stakeholders, and championing London's cultural vibrancy. Your exceptional communication skills will foster transparency, build trust, and inspire action.
If you're a dynamic, resilient, and visionary leader ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities of a world-class cultural institution, we invite you to join us. Lead the Barbican into a new era of artistic innovation and societal impact. This is your chance to leave a legacy that resonates across the globe.
Job Overview
* Job Title: Chief Executive Officer, Barbican Centre
The Barbican Centre, City of London Corporation has retained Russell Reynolds Associates to advise on this appointment. For further information about the position and additional details on qualifications, requirements, terms and conditions of service and how to apply, please visit: www.rraresponses.com. The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 27th April 2025.
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