Executive Director (£105,000 p.a. plus benefits)

The Institute of Masters of Wine, Riverlight Quay, London, SW11 8EA

The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) is a global membership organisation established in 1955 to promote the highest standards of professionalism within the wine trade and allied industries and sectors. In the last 10 years, it has transformed from an organisation focusing on increasing its presence within the global wine economy to enjoying an increasing membership, and ever-growing student base and interest in its examination. As the global wine trade continues to evolve, becoming increasingly complex, the need for a pinnacle body that develops the leaders in its field, with a true mastery of all aspects of the subject, is as crucial as at any time in its 70-year history. Today, there are 418 MWs based in 29 countries, each making their own contribution to the world of wine, and the IMW actively seeks new candidates around the world.

Responsibilities and Requirements

The Executive Director must be an experienced professional who can demonstrate a successful track record of leadership, collaboration, and reputation management with these skills and experience:

• Strong interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence
• Ability to engage with the many internal and external stakeholders
• Experience of working with people from different cultures and geographies
• Motivational management style and the ability to work in an international context
• Experience of developing strategies and management practices to achieve organisational objectives
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Sound administrative financial management and IT skills
• Experience of managing a small staff team
• Consultative, consensus-building approach and abilities
• Self-starter with a high level of initiative and drive
• An interest in wine, although the role does not require experience in, or knowledge of wine
• A commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion

Application Process

Apply online with a full curriculum vitae detailing your skills and experience together with a maximum two-page letter of application clearly outlining your motivation to undertake the role and how you meet the competencies required for the position as stated in the Person Specification.

Closing date for applications: 5 October 2025

Long List interviews: 8 – 15 October 2025

Panel Interviews: From 20 October 2025

For more information, visit www.mastersofwine.org or download further details of the position from www.maryleboneexecutivesearch.com/jobs

For an informal confidential discussion, call Richard Evans on 07958 984161 or 020 3126 4858