Executive Director

A hands-on leadership role combining charity management, fundraising and strategic development.

Role: Executive Director

MiD Mediation & Counselling Ltd, Hampton Hill, TW12 1NT

Salary: £47,500 per annum FTE (£28,500 pro rata for 24 hours per week)
Hours: 24 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, part-time
Location: Office-based in Hampton Hill
Annual leave: Five weeks, plus bank holidays (pro rata)

Pension: Workplace pension provided in accordance with statutory auto-enrolment requirements.

An opportunity to lead an established charity making a real difference to families

MiD Mediation & Counselling is a well-established charity that has been supporting individuals and families affected by separation and relationship breakdown since 1983. Based in Hampton Hill, we provide specialist family mediation and accessible counselling services for adults, children and couples, helping families navigate difficult times and build a more positive future.

Our experienced mediators and counsellors provide a compassionate, professional service. We hold a Legal Aid Agency contract and the highest specialist quality mark, reflecting our commitment to high standards of practice and client care.

We are seeking an experienced, proactive Executive Director to lead the charity's day-to-day operations, manage its resources and staff, and work closely with the Board of Trustees to secure its long-term sustainability and development.

This is a varied senior leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of a respected charity and make a tangible difference to the families and children we support.

The role

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Executive Director will have overall responsibility for the effective management and development of the charity, including:

• Leadership and operations: Overseeing the charity's day-to-day running, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and to a high professional standard.
• Financial management: Managing budgets, monitoring income and expenditure, preparing financial reports and working with the Treasurer, bookkeeper and trustees to maintain financial sustainability.
• Income generation and fundraising: Identifying funding opportunities, developing relationships with funders and donors, and supporting the charity's fundraising strategy.
• People management: Leading and supporting a small team of administrative staff, working collaboratively with independent mediators and counsellors, and overseeing recruitment, performance and HR matters. Includes working closely with the Professional Practice Consultant (PPC) particularly on safeguarding.
• Marketing and communications: Raising the charity's profile, developing effective marketing and communications, and identifying opportunities to increase referrals and service uptake.
• Systems and administration: Ensuring effective office management, robust administrative processes and appropriate use of IT and case management systems.
• Governance and compliance: Working closely with the Board of Trustees to support good governance, manage risk and ensure compliance with relevant legal, regulatory and safeguarding requirements.
• Strategic development: Identifying opportunities to improve services, strengthen partnerships and secure the charity's future.

About you

We are looking for a capable and resourceful leader who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach and is comfortable taking responsibility across a broad range of functions.

You will bring:

• Proven senior management or director-level experience, ideally within a charity, not-for-profit or small organisation.
• Strong financial literacy and the ability to understand budgets, monitor financial performance and make informed decisions.
• Excellent IT skills, including confident use of Microsoft Office for financial monitoring, reporting and data analysis.
• Experience of managing staff, coordinating workloads and overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Experience of fundraising, income generation, business development or building relationships with funders and other stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, multitask effectively and work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in dealing with trustees, staff, funders and external partners.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach, sound judgement and a commitment to the charity's values and purpose.

Experience in the charity sector, family services, mediation or counselling would be an advantage, but we welcome applications from candidates with relevant leadership experience in other sectors.

Why join MiD?

This is an opportunity to lead a small, established charity where your contribution can have a direct and lasting impact. You will work closely with a committed Board of Trustees and a team of experienced professionals, helping to protect and develop services that support families and children at a particularly challenging time in their lives.

NO AGENCIES

Closing date: 13 November 2026

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Interviews: Interviews may take place during the advertising period, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

MiD Mediation & Counselling is committed to being an inclusive and equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the application or interview process, please let us know.