Wenham Carter

Chief Executive Officer

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Job Description

Confidential CEO Opportunity: Scaling a High-Growth Technology OrganisationWenham Carter has been retained on a confidential search for an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead a fast-growing, UK technology organisation through its next phase of strategic scale, innovation, and market expansion (both in the UK & internationally).This is a rare opportunity to step into a business with strong foundations, a capable team, and a clear mandate / potential for growth.The OpportunityAs CEO, you will define and articulate the company’s vision, mission, and long-term strategy, setting a culture that empowers people, unlocks innovation, and attracts top-tier talent. You’ll work closely with shareholders and the leadership team to drive sustainable performance, operational excellence, and commercial momentum.You'll bring confidence, clarity, and strategic discipline; aligning teams behind a unified direction and taking the organisation on a growth journey. Externally, you’ll represent the company to partners, clients, and the wider market, building alliances and identifying new avenues for expansion.What You’ll LeadSetting strategic vision and aligning the business around itTranslating shareholder priorities into actionable commercial strategyBuilding, scaling and inspiring a high-performing leadership teamFull P&L ownership and long-term value creationIdentifying new markets, shaping propositions and driving revenue growthLeading complex client and partner negotiationsActing as an ambassador for the company’s values, culture, and missionEnsuring operational excellence, compliance, and risk managementRepresenting the company externally and strengthening its market presence CEO roleWho We’re Looking ForA proven senior leader from the technology sector ideally with experience in engineering, digital services, or consultancy modelsSomeone who has successfully scaled a business beyond ~100 people / ~£15M revenueA confident strategist with strong commercial acumen and P&L ownershipSkilled in stakeholder management, client engagement, and partnership buildingComfortable leading in regulated, complex environmentsAn authentic, people-centred leader who builds inclusive, high-performance culturesEntrepreneurial mindset: resilient, decisive, collaborative and mission-driven CEO roleWhy This Role MattersThis CEO will shape the next chapter of a business with the ambition, and the backing, to scale significantly. You’ll have the autonomy to steer the organisation, the responsibility to elevate its impact, and the opportunity to build something industry-defining.

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