CAREERS

Salary £45k 

Criticaleye is seeking to expand its content team by recruiting an enthusiastic and organised Senior Editor. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact as the Senior Editor will play a vital role in creating a Programme specifically for Chairs and non-executive directors in private equity-backed, publicly listed and family-owned businesses.

Working closely with a team that is focussed on delivering value to our Chair & NED Members,

the successful candidate will identify key topics around Board effectiveness, corporate governance, risk management and corporate finance. They will create a forward Programme of virtual and physical events and be comfortable in chairing webinars, roundtables, and panel discussions.

Reporting to the Director of Content, the Senior Editor – Chair & NED will possess an excellent eye for detail and a vibrant writing style. They will be collaborative, commercially minded and highly organised, demonstrating good communication skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

Criticaleye is a fast-growing global membership organisation for Board-level executives, providing a safe space for members to broaden their knowledge and skill set by engaging with peers and benchmarking ideas outside their own personal and professional networks.

The Candidate will possess:

• A broad knowledge of private equity and capital markets

• The ability to create a forward Programme of events

• Proven ability to chair events (physical and virtual)

• Commercial awareness

• Strong multitasking skills

• The desire to make a real contribution to a fast-growing company

Job outline & tasks include:

• Creating and managing a forward Programme for physical and virtual events

• Recruiting & prepping speakers for events

• Working in a team

• Flexibility & good organisational skills

• The proven ability to work to deadlines are a must

• Building relationships with our Chair and NED Community

Why Criticaleye?

Want to be part of our ambitious growth plans this year? Join Criticaleye’s dynamic team for an opportunity to learn not just from your colleagues, but global leaders at the top of organisations. We provide a unique learning environment where you’ll get an insight into Boardroom conversations.

Offering a supportive and inclusive culture, our roles are best suited to candidates who are driven, creative, happy to step out of their comfort zone and work collaboratively as part of a team. Lots of energy and a sense of fun are essential as we hold regular team learning events and seasonal celebrations. These offer the perfect way of reinforcing our core team values of collaboration, trust, respect, challenge and integrity.

What to expect:

• A dynamic and supportive team where you are valued and uplifted by your colleagues
• The chance to make an impact - our work with leaders extends beyond the individual. You’ll be involved in supporting leaders making decisions which have global impact
• An opportunity to learn from titans of industry - a truly unique way to learn about business strategy, leadership and stakeholder management
• Access to an unrivalled Community of global business leaders including operational and Board-level executives
• Offices in both central London and Hong Kong, as well as an extended geographical reach through our network of senior Board Mentors

No matter where you sit in the business, we want people who will bring new ideas and a positive approach to their work. Think you’ve got what it takes? We want to hear from you.

Check out our Instagram to find out about working at Criticaleye: https://instagram.com/criticaleyeglobal

Salary 23k - 25k 

The Events Intern role is a fantastic position within the Advisory team here at Criticaleye. Criticaleye is a peer-to-peer Board Community for CEOs, senior executives, and global leadership teams. We have over 20 years’ experience working with individuals and senior teams.

The Events Intern will support both the Events team with the Criticaleye annual calendar of events, and the Advisory team in the capacity of delivering on our obligations to event sponsors/partners. Starting from July 2023, this is a 1-year paid placement.

The role is based in Blackfriars, London and will require occasional travel (UK only). The role is hybrid with a split of time spent in our London office and working from home. You will report into the Account Executive for our Advisory practise.

As an Events Intern, you will be involved in a wide variety of projects and your main responsibilities will include:

• To support the Events/Advisory Team to deliver on events
• To assist the Events Team with the maintenance of the events pages in relation to sponsors and communications with sponsors
• Attending events and assisting with the registration process
• Undertaking ad hoc administrative tasks
• Monthly reporting sponsorship delivery KPIs
• Project managing sponsor communication plans and working with our marketing team to deliver
• Assist the Account Executive with helping to identify, research and approach new target sponsors
• Co-ordinate the delivery of welcome packs, project plans and post event reporting for Retreat and Forum sponsors
• Help organise and coordinate regular meetings with the client-side account teams in the delivery of service for our sponsors
• Collaborate with all areas of the business efficiently

Desired skills and experience:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to build effective relationships at all levels
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• Highly motivated and outcome-focused
• Ability to demonstrate initiative

Why Criticaleye?

Want to be part of our ambitious growth plans this year? Join Criticaleye’s dynamic team for an opportunity to learn not just from your colleagues, but global leaders at the top of organisations. We provide a unique learning environment where you’ll get an insight into Boardroom conversations.

Offering a supportive and inclusive culture, our roles are best suited to candidates who are driven, creative, happy to step out of their comfort zone and work collaboratively as part of a team. Lots of energy and a sense of fun are essential as we hold regular team learning events and seasonal celebrations. These offer the perfect way of reinforcing our core team values of collaboration, trust, respect, challengeand integrity.

What to expect:

• A dynamic and supportive team where you are valued and uplifted by your colleagues
• The chance to make an impact - our work with leaders extends beyond the individual. You’ll be involved in supporting leaders making decisions which have global impact
• An opportunity to learn from titans of industry - a truly unique way to learn about business strategy, leadership and stakeholder management
• Access to an unrivalled Community of global business leaders including operational and Board-level executives
• Offices in both central London and Hong Kong, as well as an extended geographical reach through our network of senior Board Mentors

No matter where you sit in the business, we want people who will bring new ideas and a positive approach to their work. Think you’ve got what it takes? We want to hear from you.

Check out our Instagram to find out about working at Criticaleye: https://instagram.com/criticaleyeglobal

Salary £23k - £25k

The Associate role is an exciting opportunity for those looking to kick-start their career in a pre-sale’s role with a diverse portfolio of accounts and responsibilities. We’re currently hiring for an Associate in our rapidly growing Asia division.

Based in our London office, Associates are responsible for identifying potential Members for Criticaleye’s Community and working in tandem with the sales and account teams to drive new business.
The two main components of the role are Business Research and Pre-sales. You will be expected to analyse the sector to understand key trends, keeping your finger on the pulse and learning to identify the various roles individuals hold within the sector.

You will utilise this knowledge to identify organisations and individuals who would benefit from the support of the Criticaleye Community, ultimately bringing value to our members. On the Pre-sales side, you will then approach these leaders and companies in order to build relationships and set up business development meetings for colleagues, constantly maintaining a forward business pipeline.
Our successful candidates must be strong communicators and enthusiastic team players with a thirst for knowledge and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target driven environment. The role suits social and commercially focused recent graduates, ideally based in or near London, with an interest in the world of business and a hunger to succeed.

 Key Duties and Responsibilities

·       Research, identify and directly contact senior executives, non-executives, and C-level decisions makers from an array of organisations across the FTSE 100/250/PE/AIM and Private companies landscape
·       Analyse businesses, conduct sector research, and map organisations using internal databases
·       Schedule and coordinate meetings with prospects for the Business Development Team
·       Lead on introductory calls with senior executives
·       Maintain and regularly update data and liaison information within our CRM and CMS systems
·       Collaborate across the company with other functions and individuals
·       Manage the new business pipeline, meet agreed key performance indicators and generate new business revenue
·       Opportunities to Chair and host panel discussions with business leaders from a variety of organisations and sectors across the globe
·       Understand clients’ buying processes and proactively identify opportunities to upscale existing Accounts, initiating actions to expand the relationship

 Desired Skills and Experience

·       Undergraduate Degree qualified
·       Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
·       Ability to build effective relationships at all levels
·       Commercially astute with the ability to analyse and research complex information
·       Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
·       Highly motivated and outcome-focused
 
Why Criticaleye?

Want to be part of our ambitious growth plans this year? Join Criticaleye’s dynamic team for an opportunity to learn not just from your colleagues, but global leaders at the top of organisations. We provide a unique learning environment where you’ll get an insight into Boardroom conversations.
Offering a supportive and inclusive culture, our roles are best suited to candidates who are driven, creative, happy to step out of their comfort zone and work collaboratively as part of a team. Lots of energy and a sense of fun are essential as we hold regular team learning events and seasonal celebrations. These offer the perfect way of reinforcing our core team values of collaboration, trust, respect, challenge and integrity.

What to expect:

·       A dynamic and supportive team where you are valued and uplifted by your colleagues
·       The chance to make an impact - our work with leaders extends beyond the individual. You’ll be involved in supporting leaders making decisions which have global impact
·       An opportunity to learn from titans of industry - a truly unique way to learn about business strategy, leadership and stakeholder management
·       Access to an unrivalled Community of global business leaders including operational and Board-level executives
·       Offices in both central London and Hong Kong, as well as an extended geographical reach through our network of senior Board Mentors

No matter where you sit in the business, we want people who will bring new ideas and a positive approach to their work. Think you’ve got what it takes? We want to hear from you.

Check out our Instagram to find out about working at Criticaleye: https://instagram.com/criticaleyeglobal

Board Mentors are currently in their non-executive portfolio career, having operated previously at Board level. They are appointed to Criticaleye on the strength of their personality, commercial expertise, reputation, ability to build relationships and connect, as well as having the desire to support Executive Members as a Mentor.
 
Each Executive Member is allocated a dedicated Board Mentor as their 'sounding board' to formally engage with on a one-on -one basis. The wonderful diversity of Criticaleye Board Mentors represents the great breadth of the Membership and the ability to engage leadership in its broadest context. It is very important that the Board Mentor has a wealth of experience at a senior organisational level and is very active in their plural career, bringing to the Member insight and up to the date 'currency' on national/global issues and Board dynamics.
 
As we continue to grow internationally, we are particularly keen to connect with non-executives based in Europe, North America and Asia. “If you feel that your profile fits well with the role of a Board Mentor, please contact info@criticaleye.com

Although we may not have an advertised position we are always happy to receive expression’s of interest for the following roles:

Internships in our Events and Marketing Teams and the Editorial Team

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to careers@criticaleye.com