The Chief of Staff to the Archbishop of Canterbury will help set the framework for the Archbishop’s ministry priorities and ensure their delivery. You will work alongside the Archbishop to provide robust advice and insights that enable her to conduct her ministry within the life of the nation, the Church of England and the Anglican Communion.

This is a critical senior leadership role at the heart of the Archbishop of Canterbury’s ministry. As her principal adviser, you will help set the framework for the Archbishop’s ministry. You will hold a broad range of strategic relationships and represent the Archbishop across the Church of England and Anglican Communion, as well as with the Royal Household, Parliament, other denominations and faith groups.

Reporting directly to the Archbishop, you will work collaboratively with the Chief Operating Officer, supporting and covering for each other to ensure that the work of Lambeth Palace enables the ministries of the Archbishop, the Church of England and the Anglican Communion. You will each need to be a visible senior leader within the Palace proactively demonstrating our values, prioritising the wellbeing of colleagues, and taking responsibility for excellent safeguarding practice and promoting a safer culture.

You will be responsible for supporting the Archbishop in the ministry to which she has been called by God, working collaboratively with colleagues to provide a strategic approach to balancing the Archbishop’s wide range of ministry responsibilities. You will need to be comfortable focussing on both current priorities, as well as horizon-scanning to identify opportunities and risks that may emerge in the future.

There is an Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for the post-holder to be a communicant Anglican.