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Chief Executive Officer - Membrane Filtration
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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: South East England (Confidential)
An innovative UK technology company is seeking an entrepreneurial Chief Executive Officer to lead the commercialisation of a breakthrough advanced materials technology for the water and wastewater sector.
Having successfully developed and validated a proprietary technology with significant commercial potential, the business is now entering the next phase of growth. This is a rare opportunity to lead market entry, establish strategic industry partnerships, and build a high-growth business from an early stage.
The Role:
Reporting to the Board and working closely with the technical founder, you will:
- Develop and execute the company's commercial strategy.
- Build relationships with UK water utilities, engineering partners, and key industry stakeholders.
- Secure pilot projects and support the transition from technology validation to commercial deployment.
- Provide day-to-day operational leadership across the business.
- Build the organisation, processes, and commercial capability as the company scales.
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This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic thinking with practical execution in an early-stage environment.
About You:
You will have:
- A strong track record of commercialising technology, ideally within water treatment, industrial technology, filtration, or related sectors.
- Experience working with UK water utilities and an understanding of procurement and innovation pathways.
- The ability to develop strategic partnerships and lead commercial growth.
- Previous leadership experience within a start-up, scale-up, or technology-driven business.
- A proactive, entrepreneurial approach with the willingness to operate across both strategic and operational activities.
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Experience with membrane technologies, environmental engineering, regulated markets, or raising investment would be advantageous.
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to lead the commercialisation of a market-leading clean technology.
- Significant autonomy and influence over company strategy and growth.
- Long-term investor backing.
- Competitive salary, performance incentives, and meaningful equity participation.
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