Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS)
Chief Executive Officer
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FIS Seeks Inspirational Leader to Deliver Positive Change
As the leading trade association for the fit-out and finishing sector, FIS plays a pivotal role in shaping industry standards, policy, and best practice. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced UK-based CEO, ideally with deep sector knowledge, to further elevate FIS's voice with government, policymakers, and key industry partners. The successful candidate will lead a compelling advocacy agenda, expand the organisation's influence, and build on its significant achievements to date.
The Role
The CEO will play a pivotal role in strengthening relationships across the sector and expanding FIS's network and community to influence policy, practice, and behaviours. They will help create an environment in which high-quality businesses within the finishes and interiors sector can grow, succeed, and prosper.
As the public face of the organisation, the CEO will position FIS as the authoritative voice of the sector, providing evidence-based insight and thought leadership on key issues and future trends. They will translate member perspectives into clear policy positions, lead impactful campaigns, and ensure the sector's priorities are recognised by decision-makers.
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Success in the role will require a collaborative and engaging leadership style, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, build influential relationships, and balance the interests of a diverse membership. Above all, the CEO will ensure members' voices are heard, represented, and championed, inspiring confidence through visible, authentic, and value-led leadership on the issues that matter most to the sector and our membership.
What We Are Looking For
- Proven experience operating at CEO or senior executive level, with accountability for organisational strategy, performance, and reputation.
- A demonstrable track record of influencing government, policymakers, regulators, and senior industry stakeholders, and of securing tangible policy or legislative outcomes.
- Strong understanding of the UK construction sector and the contractual and procurement landscape, with the ability to build credibility quickly with members, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.
- Experience of working with a Non-Executive Board and of operating within a formal governance framework.
- Commercial and financial acumen, including budget ownership and the development of sustainable income streams.
- An authentic, visible, and confident leadership style, with the credibility and gravitas to act as principal spokesperson for a sector.
- Experience of leading, supporting, and developing a senior leadership team, with the judgement to delegate operational delivery while retaining strategic oversight.
- Must be UK-based.
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About FIS
FIS is the not-for-profit representative body for a £13 billion finishes and interiors sector in the UK. The organisation exists to support our members, improve safety, minimise risk, enhance productivity, and drive innovation in the sector.
Apply
Apply with CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to janeknight@thefis.org. For further information, visit www.thefis.org/job/chief-executive-officer-ceo/ or contact Iain Mcilwee on 07792 959481, email: iainmcilwee@thefis.org.
Deadline for application: via LinkedIn 4 September, via FIS website or direct 11 September.
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