Chief Executive
15 days ago
Norwich
Role: Chief Executive Company: Hymns Ancient & Modern Location: London & Norwich Salary: Competitive Salary Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of religious publishing and media in the UK? Hymns Ancient & Modern, the UK’s leading provider of religious news, commentary, and publishing, is seeking a dynamic and strategic Chief Executive to lead the organisation into its next chapter of growth and impact. With a rich heritage and a turnover of over £5 million, Hymns Ancient & Modern combines the influence of a respected publishing house with the purpose of a grant-making charity. From the widely read Church Times to acclaimed imprints like SCM Press and Canterbury Press, the organisation plays a vital role in shaping spiritual and cultural discourse across the UK and beyond. What You’ll Lead • A vibrant publishing and media business, including books, periodicals, apps, and events., • The Church Times – the UK’s only Anglican newspaper, with a growing digital presence., • A thriving Christian bookshop near Westminster Abbey and a distribution hub in Norwich. As Chief Executive, you will: • Develop and deliver a bold strategy for growth, innovation, and impact., • Forge partnerships across the church, cultural, and publishing sectors., • Champion the organisation’s mission nationally and internationally., • Ensure operational excellence, financial sustainability, and strong governance. You are: • A strategic and entrepreneurial leader with a track record of transformation., • Commercially astute, with strong financial and business planning skills., • Deeply sympathetic to the Christian faith and ethos of Hymns Ancient & Modern., • Experienced in publishing, media, or charity leadership., • A collaborative and inspiring people leader, visible and approachable. This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected and multifaceted organisation at a time of exciting change. You’ll be at the forefront of religious publishing, shaping conversations that matter and building partnerships that make a difference. For further information and details on how to apply, please visit ___ For further information and details on how to apply, please visit For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: William Pringle Partner Berwick Partners +44 (0) 207 518 2635 / +44 (0) 7515 919 648 Closing date for applications: Friday 19th December 2025