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Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer
Location: Leeds
The UK and Ireland Fuel Distribution Association (UKIFDA) is the leading trade association representing the liquid fuel distribution industry across the UK and Ireland. Our members play a critical role in delivering energy to homes, businesses, farms, and communities.
As the industry navigates energy transition, evolving regulation, security of supply challenges, and the development of renewable liquid fuels, UKIFDA is at the forefront of representing member interests, influencing policy, and supporting industry growth.
We are now seeking to hire an outstanding Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation through its next phase of development.
The Opportunity
This is a high-profile leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape the future of a nationally significant industry.
Reporting to the Management Committee, the CEO will provide strategic leadership to the Association, ensuring:
- Excellent member services, including structured training programmes, financial sustainability, effective stakeholder engagement, and strong representation of the sector across government, regulatory, and industry forums.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with members, staff, contractors, government departments, trade associations, and industry partners to deliver UKIFDA’s strategic objectives.
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Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement UKIFDA’s strategic vision and business plan.
- Lead the ongoing development of the membership proposition and services.
- Identify emerging industry opportunities, risks, and policy developments.
- Support the transition towards lower-carbon liquid fuels and future energy solutions.
Association Management
- Lead, manage, and develop a small team of employees and specialist contractors.
- Oversee financial management, budgeting, annual accounts, and reporting.
- Serve as Company Secretary and support the governance requirements of the Association.
- Prepare reports and recommendations for the Management Committee.
- Organise and deliver the Annual General Meeting (AGM) and other governance activities.
Membership and Industry Services
- Maintain strong relationships with members across the UK and Ireland.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality training, technical, and membership services.
- Lead member communications and industry engagement activities.
- Respond to member issues and provide strategic guidance on industry challenges.
- Drive the development of conferences, exhibitions, and events as key income drivers.
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Stakeholder Engagement and Representation
- Represent UKIFDA at UK and Irish government departments, regulators, and agencies.
- Build and maintain relationships with ministers, parliamentarians, policymakers, and industry leaders.
- Act as a trusted spokesperson for the industry.
- Lead engagement on security of supply, regulatory, and operational issues affecting members.
- Foster collaborative relationships with partner trade associations and external stakeholders.
Industry Intelligence and Communications
- Oversee the collection, analysis, and communication of industry data and market insights.
- Support the development of policy positions and consultation responses.
- Lead industry and consumer communication initiatives.
- Provide strategic oversight of media and public relations activity.
Next Step
For a confidential discussion or to receive further details about this opportunity, please submit your CV via the application process.
Suitable applicants will be contacted with findings regarding the organisation, role, and next steps.
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