Chief Executive OfficerLocation: Harrogate, North Yorkshire office basedSalary: £50,000 to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)Full time, Permanent (subject to 5-year renewal ballots)Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some flexibility required)Closing date: Friday 5 September 2025Benefits: NEST pension scheme25 days annual leave plus public holidays Could you lead one of the UK s most vibrant and ambitious town centre partnerships?Harrogate BID is looking for a driven and experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead the delivery of our (Apply online only) Business Plan - an exciting, action-focused strategy shaped by the priorities of over 500 local businesses.The BID plays a key role in making Harrogate cleaner, safer, more welcoming and more economically successful. As CEO, you will be the BID s figurehead, building partnerships, managing delivery, supporting the board, and ensuring the BID brings real value to its levy payers and the wider town centre. This is an on-the-ground leadership role, the CEO will be expected to spend most of their time in Harrogate, either in the office or engaging with businesses.We are looking for a leader who is both strategic and practical - someone who can drive projects forward, influence key stakeholders, and respond quickly to the needs of the business community.The right person will be: An experienced leader in BIDs, place management, town centres or economic developmentConfident working with both public and private sector partnersSkille