This is more than a traditional CEO position. My client is an ambitious UK-based technology company developing an innovative social Super Apps, bringing together social networking, communication, digital content, communities, payments and AI powered consumer experiences within one integrated ecosystem. As the business enters its next phase of development, my client is seeking an entrepreneurial, commercially driven and highly hands on Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead its UK operations, accelerate user growth and build a scalable consumer technology business. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced CEO, COO, Co Founder or senior mobile internet executive who has successfully built, launched or scaled consumer-facing digital platforms. The successful candidate will have significant influence over business strategy, product direction, team development and commercial expansion.
Job Title: Chief Executive OfficerSalary: up to ￡150 K+ competitive bonus
Location: LondonWork Style: Fully on siteIndustry: social mediaKey ResponsibilitiesBusiness Strategy & LeadershipDefine and execute business strategy, growth plans and commercial objectives.Take overall responsibility for business performance, operations and organisational development.Build and lead high-performing teams across Product, Technology, Marketing and Commercial functions.Work closely with the Board and shareholders to drive long-term business growth.User Growth & Market ExpansionLead go-to-market strategies, product launches and user acquisition across the UK.Drive user engagement, retention and monetisation through scalable, data-driven growth strategies.Develop strategic partnerships with brands, creators, merchants and communities.Identify opportunities for international market expansion.Product & Commercial DevelopmentCollaborate with Product and Technology teams to align product development with market needs.Drive innovation, product optimisation and user experience improvements.Develop monetisation strategies across advertising, partnerships, payments and digital services.Identify new revenue opportunities and build sustainable commercial models.Operations & Team ManagementEstablish scalable operational structures, processes and performance frameworks.Recruit, lead and develop senior management and cross-functional teams.Oversee budgets, KPIs, operational performance and corporate governance.Candidate RequirementsProven executive leadership experience at CEO, COO, Co Founder or equivalent level.Strong background in mobile internet, social media, consumer technology, consumer apps or digital platforms.Demonstrable experience launching, operating or scaling consumer-facing mobile applications.Strong understanding of user acquisition, engagement, retention, monetisation and digital business models.Proven ability to build and lead cross-functional teams in a fast-growing technology business.Entrepreneurial mindset, strong commercial acumen and hands-on leadership capabilities.Based in the UK or willing to relocate.Highly DesirableSuccessful 0 to 1 entrepreneurial experience, ideally founding or building a consumer technology business from an early stage.Proven track record of scaling consumer apps and driving significant user growth.Experience in social networking, Super Apps, community platforms, marketplaces or fintech-enabled consumer platforms.Experience developing successful monetisation strategies and strategic partnerships.Exposure to both European and Asian technology markets.Mandarin Chinese language skills would be a strong advantage.Experience working with founders, investors and international shareholders.