Executive Recruitment vs Succession Planning
Succession planning sets the strategic direction. Executive recruitment delivers the solution. Executive recruitment provides access to a broader and more diverse talent pool, including candidates who are not actively seeking new roles.
Preparation for Trustee Interviews
This guide offers trustees and charity boards practical steps to prepare for trustee interviews, ensuring a transparent and robust recruitment process that strengthens governance. Effective preparation for trustee interviews ensures your charity attracts high-quality candidates who contribute strategically, uphold governance standards, and enhance board performance.
CEO Performance Review: A Guide for Trustees
Conducting a CEO performance review is one of the most important responsibilities of a charity board. It reinforces accountability, encourages professional growth, and ensures the CEO and board are aligned in pursuit of the charity’s mission.
Chair vs CEO Roles in UK Charities
A common challenge across UK charities is the lack of clarity between the roles of the Chair and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Understanding the distinctions between these two roles is critical for boards, trustees, and senior leaders.
Top Challenges for Charity Boards in 2026
UK charity boards face an increasingly complex landscape in 2026. Trustees and senior leaders are under more pressure than ever to ensure strong governance and organisational resilience.
Make Your CV Stand Out for Charity Leadership Roles
Your CV is your first opportunity to make a strong impression. In the charity and non-profit sector, trustees, senior leaders, and hiring managers often review dozens of applications for CEO, director, or senior management roles.
Permanent Executive Leaders vs Interim Executives
Permanent executives — such as Chief Executives, Finance Directors, or Directors of Fundraising — offer continuity and long-term leadership. They are typically recruited to develop strategy, build organisational culture, and steward the charity through multiple phases of growth or change. Interim executives are experienced senior leaders engaged for a fixed period, often to address a specific challenge or transition. In recent years, their use has grown significantly across the non-profit sector.
Recruitment in the Charity and Non-Profit Sector in 2026
Organisations are being forced to rethink how they attract, engage and retain talent — particularly at senior leadership and trustee level. As recruitment challenges grow more complex, many charities and NGOs are turning to headhunters and executive search firms to support senior leadership and trustee recruitment.
The Future of Executive Recruitment in the Charity Sector
Executive recruitment in the charity and non-profit sector is evolving. From hybrid leadership roles and strategic expertise to values alignment and diversity, Boards need leaders who can drive real impact. This blog explores key trends shaping the sector and how organisations can attract and retain top-level talent.
How to Prepare for a Charity CEO or Director Interview
Preparing for a charity CEO or Director interview goes beyond showcasing skills—it’s about demonstrating mission alignment, strategic insight, and strong governance understanding. This guide provides practical tips on research, leadership examples, Board collaboration, and questions to ask, helping candidates make a confident, lasting impression.