Membership Director

4 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom Membership Bespoke Full time £70,000 - £90,000 per year

Interim Director of Membership

Transforming Member Value
• Driving Strategic Insight
• Leading Organisational Impact

Interim Leadership | Membership | Strategy | Public Sector

Are you a strategic, forward-thinking leader with a passion for championing members and shaping organisational direction? Our client, a nationally influential membership body, is seeking an
Interim Director of Membership
to guide a pivotal period of transition and strengthen their position as the trusted voice of the sector.

This interim appointment will provide steady leadership, maintain momentum on key priorities and ensure organisational stability while the permanent Director is appointed.

The Role

As Interim Director of Membership, you will lead the organisation's member engagement strategy, ensuring every member feels heard, supported and represented. You will:

  • Strengthen and articulate a clear, compelling membership offer.
  • Build trusted relationships with councils, elected members and strategic partners.
  • Bring sector insight into policy, advocacy and organisational decision-making.
  • Oversee governance, secretariat and operational support functions.
  • Drive strategic projects that enhance culture, collaboration and member value.
  • Support preparations for structural or regional changes affecting members.

About You

You will be an experienced senior leader with credibility across complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Your background will include:

  • Strong experience in membership leadership or member-focused roles.
  • A track record of building influence and high-trust relationships across the public sector.
  • Strategic planning and delivery skills, using data and insight to shape decisions.
  • Confidence operating at Board level and navigating politically sensitive contexts.
  • A collaborative, values-led leadership style with excellent communication skills.

What You Bring

  • High emotional intelligence and sound judgement.
  • Ability to steady a directorate, set direction and support teams through transition.
  • Curiosity and openness to innovation, including emerging technologies.
  • Financial awareness and responsible stewardship of resources.
  • A commitment to inclusive, high-performing organisational culture.

Qualifications

A relevant degree or professional qualification (MBA/MPA desirable) or equivalent senior-level experience within the public sector or a similarly complex environment.

This Interim Role Offers

  • Influence at the highest level of a nationally significant membership organisation.
  • The chance to shape member value at pace during a crucial period.
  • A meaningful opportunity to impact members across the country.

To apply for this role of Interim Membership Director please send your CV.

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