Chief Executive

Job title: Chief Executive

Organisation: ILPA

Contract Type: 5 days per week/ permanent

Salary: Market rate

Location: Hybrid (London, Remote)

Application Deadline: 9.00am, Monday 10 August 2026

About the role and how to apply:

Overview:

The Chief Executive is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, management, and sustainability of ILPA. They will: 

• Develop and deliver ILPA’s organisational and project strategies with the Committee of Trustees.  

• Lead and support the staff team, fostering a values-based, high-performing culture.  

• Oversee ILPA’s day-to-day operations and financial sustainability.  

• Ensure accountability to and engagement with ILPA’s members.  

• Support the Committee of Trustees in fulfilling its governance responsibilities.  

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Policy and Advocacy and their legal team to improve immigration, asylum, and nationality law, policy, and practice. 

How to apply:

For futher details on how to apply, please see the job pack attached. 

Applications from individuals only – no agencies. Please do not use artificial intelligence in writing your supporting statement.

Equal Opportunities Monitoring 

ILPA is committed to promoting equality and diversity. To help us raise awareness and support a culture that is diverse and recognises and develops the potential of all, we need to appreciate the profile of candidates who apply for positions. We would therefore be most grateful if you would complete the equality monitoring survey attached and return with your application. This information will be treated confidentially and anonymously. The information provided does not form part of the decision-making process and will not affect your application.  

For more information about this role and detailed specifications, please see the job pack attached.