Chief Executive Officer

ROLE PURPOSE & SCOPE

The CEO will lead Deliver’s strategic growth and operational excellence, driving innovation in event management while championing the company’s core values of Planet, People, and Profit. This role is responsible for defining and executing the company’s vision, fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture, and ensuring sustainable profitability. The CEO will balance operational excellence with commercial discipline, positioning Deliver as a forward-thinking market leader and trusted partner for high-profile clients worldwide.

REPORTING LINES

Reports to : Executive Chairman

Direct reports :

People & Values Director, Finance & Excellence Director, Sales Director, Delegates Director, Marketing Director, Operations Director, Technology Director

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership

•      Define, communicate, and execute Deliver’s long-term vision and growth strategy, ensuring alignment with the Planet–People–Profit mission.

•      Anticipate market shifts, identify new opportunities, and position Deliver for sustainable international expansion.

•      Inspire confidence through a clear track record of delivering growth, profitability, and operational excellence.

Commercial & Financial Performance

•      Lead P&L management, cash flow oversight, and capital allocation with discipline and transparency.

•      Drive revenue growth while safeguarding margins.

•      Ensure commercial models remain competitive, scalable, and resilient across regions.

Stakeholder & Market Engagement

•      Act as Deliver’s ambassador with clients, partners, industry bodies, and media.

•      Build trust with the Board, shareholders, and investors through clear, credible communication.

•      Cultivate high-value partnerships that fuel growth and reinforce Deliver’s positioning.

People & Culture Leadership

•      Build and empower a high-performing leadership team, ensuring succession readiness.

•      Champion Deliver’s values and foster a culture of accountability, inclusivity, and innovation.

•      Promote professional growth, employee engagement, and global collaboration across a distributed team.

Operational & Digital Excellence

•      Ensure flawless delivery of client experiences across all events and markets.

•      Strengthen governance and operational processes to scale effectively.

•      Accelerate digital transformation, including the adoption of AI-powered tools, to enhance efficiency and insights.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

•      Bring 15 years’ experience, including at least 7 years in senior leadership, ideally within B2B Services, business consulting, or PE-backed environments.

•      Proven track record in scaling businesses and driving profitability.

•      Strong commercial acumen and understanding of P&L management.

•      Experience leading multicultural teams across multiple geographies.

•      Master’s degree in Business, Strategy, or related field (MBA preferred).

•      Fluency in English.

COMPETENCIES & BEHAVIOURS

•      Visionary leadership with the ability to inspire and influence.

•      High emotional intelligence and cultural awareness.

•      Decisive and results-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills.

•      Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

•      Innovative mindset, embracing technology and creative solutions.

•      Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change.

SUCCESS MEASURES

•      Year-on-year revenue growth and profit margin achievement.

•      Client satisfaction and retention rates.

•      Employee engagement scores and turnover rates.

•      Number and quality of strategic partnerships secured.

•      Successful execution of flagship projects with measurable impact.

•      Achievement of sustainability and innovation targets.

LOCATION & CONTRACT TYPE

•      Fully remote (France/UK preferred)

•      Full-time Executive Position

PACKAGE & OTHER BENEFITS

•      Base Salary : £120,000 per annum (gross)

•      Performance-based incentive:  3P Balanced Scorecard (STI) - One annual bonus (Target 15–25% of base, cap 150%). Split Profit 40% / People 30% / Planet 30%, Standard 50/100/150 payout at Threshold/Target/Stretch with linear interpolation.

•      Opportunity to lead a thriving and profitable global business that will become the global leader in the events segment of one-to-one meetings.

•      Mission & values alignment: Planet–People–Profit model, reinvesting profits in sustainability; B Corp certification in progress; SBTi commitment underway.

•      Remote work setup.

•      8 weeks of annual leave including national public holidays.

•      Professional development support.