Chief Operating Officer (COO); The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham; Location: Walsingham, Norfolk; Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 per annum (plus benefits)

<div class="col text-break"> <p><strong>The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham</strong> is one of England’s most important Christian pilgrimage destinations, welcoming thousands of pilgrims and visitors each year from the UK and overseas. Alongside its devotional life, the Shrine operates a range of activities including accommodation, catering, retail, education, events and visitor services, all supporting its charitable mission.</p> <p>Governed by the Walsingham College Trust Association, the Shrine is now strengthening its operational and financial foundations to ensure long‑term sustainability while remaining faithful to its spiritual purpose.</p> <p>The creation of the <strong style="color: windowtext;">Chief Operating Officer (COO)</strong> is in response to this context. The COO will act as deputy to the Priest Administrator and provide professional leadership across finance, operations and organisational systems. This is a broad and influential role, combining financial stewardship, commercial oversight and operational leadership, enabling the Priest Administrator to focus on mission, worship and pilgrimage. </p> <p>This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in the long-term sustainability of a nationally significant spiritual institution.</p> <p><strong style="color: windowtext;">Essential experience includes:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)</li> <li>Senior level experience covering finance and operations</li> <li>Knowledge of charity finance, governance and compliance</li> <li>Commercial acumen and experience overseeing trading or income generating activities</li> <li>Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills</li> <li>A collaborative leadership style aligned with Christian ethos and values</li> <li>Preparedness to live within reasonable / practicable travelling distance of Walsingham.</li> </ul> <p>For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners; Katie McEvoy – Consultant - Berwick Partners</p> <p>E: <a href="" target="_blank">katie.mcevoy@berwickpartners.co.uk</a> </p> <p>T: +44 (0)773 404 7261</p> </div>