Department: Membership
Reporting To: Chief Executive
Salary: Competitive
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time
Work Location: Accrington, hybrid

East Lancashire is one of the UK’s most entrepreneurial business communities.  From world-class manufacturers and innovative SMEs to ambitious start-ups and global exporters, our businesses help drive the success of our region.

East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce serves as a vital resource for businesses in the region, offering a range of services designed to support growth, international trade, and professional development. With a commitment to fostering a thriving business community, the Chamber provides support, training, networking opportunities, and advocacy on key economic and policy issues.

We’re looking for an ambitious commercial leader who can build relationships, inspire people and deliver results.

This isn’t a traditional membership role.  You’ll sit on our Senior Leadership Team, lead talented membership and events professionals, shape organisational strategy and culture, and play a critical role in the future success of East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce.

You’ll be accountable for delivering ambitious growth targets, enhancing member value, leading one of the region’s most respected business events programmes and building relationships with some of the most influential business leaders in Lancashire.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• A proven track record of delivering commercial growth.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing high-performing teams.
• The ability to influence, inspire and build lasting relationships.
• Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on approach to delivery.
• Energy, ambition and a genuine passion for supporting businesses.

WHY JOIN US?

Because this role offers something many don’t:

• A seat at the top table.
• The opportunity to influence the future of one of the UK’s leading Chambers of Commerce.
• The chance to work alongside senior business and political leaders.
• The ability to make a visible difference to thousands of businesses across East Lancashire.

IN RETURN

• Competitive salary.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Westfield health plan.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Free onsite parking with access to electric chargers.
• Death in service benefit.
• Discounted breakdown cover.

We pride ourselves on our values – Positive, Collaborative, Innovative, and Supportive, and are ambassadors for the Chamber in all we do. If you share these values and are an ambitious commercial leader who wants to help shape the future of East Lancashire business, we’d love to hear from you.

CLOSING DATE: 23^rd September 2026

INTERVIEWS: First interviews will be held on Monday 28^th September 2026

TO APPLY: Email your CV and why you’re the right person to lead our membership team to jobs@chamberelancs.co.uk