General Manager (CEO)

Job Reference Number: CUR0089

Oldham (Primarily office-based with some hybrid flexibility; occasional travel required)

36 hours 40 minutes per week, flexible working hours (typically 9-5); Permanent position

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum + 3% employer NEST pension (5% employee) + 25 days holiday (rising to 28 after 3 years) + bank holidays + free parking

Interviews being held late July/early August

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and driven General Manager to join a well-established organisation.

Our client is a not-for-profit financial institution dedicated to giving back to the local community by providing ethical financial services to those in need. Established for over 20 years, they serve people who live and work in the borough of Oldham.

They’re looking for a General Manager with strong experience in managing operations or leading an organisation to oversee day-to-day responsibilities and drive strategic growth. This role will involve operational oversight, strategic marketing, stakeholder engagement, and people management. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the credit union while enjoying the benefits of working for a community-focused organisation.

The ideal candidate would be somebody with a background in financial services who is ready to step into a leadership position or continue their journey at the executive level. They will be eager to make a real difference in a close-knit team and help steer the organisation into its next chapter. If this sounds like you and you’re ready for your next career move, read on to find out more

The role

Day-to-day responsibilities

Lead and oversee all operational activities of the credit union

Engage with stakeholders and represent the credit union at external events and consortium meetings

Drive strategic marketing and business development initiatives

Line manage all 5 staff members and contribute to future hiring

Work closely with the Board and external partners to shape organisational strategy

Why would you want this role?

Help shape the future of a well-established credit union

Work closely with an experienced outgoing CEO during a comprehensive handover period

Benefit from a flexible working environment with hybrid options available

Enjoy excellent holiday allowance and pension benefits

The Person

Essential

Experience managing an organisation or working closely with senior leadership

Proven leadership and team management experience

Knowledge of regulatory requirements in financial services

Experience developing or managing budgets and business plans

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Comfortable working in a flexible, hands-on operational role

Ability to influence and manage internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

Experience within a financial institution or credit union

Proven ability to work with and present to a Board of Directors

Strong financial literacy and comfort with compliance frameworks

Ability to improve service delivery based on member needs

Familiarity with technical systems, especially in the credit union sector

Nice-to-have

Experience working within the credit union sector