Robins begin their search for a new CEO

BRISTOL City have started their search for a new CEO by posting an advert for the position on the networking and job search portal LinkedIn.

The ad went online on Tuesday and within 24 hours it had received more than 100 applications, according to the website.

City are looking to replace Richard Gould who will take up his new role as the chief executive of the ECB following the January transfer window. They will be big boots to fill with Gould, pictured, playing a key role in financially stabilising the club over the last 12 months.

As well as helping to trim the wage bill by £5million, he has also played an important role in bringing the Former Players’ Association to light alongside Neil Palmer and Scott Davidson and he has helped to enhance the relationship between the club and its supporters.

City are looking for their third CEO since last June following Mark Ashton’s departure to Ipswich.

The advert states: “A rare opportunity has arisen to join the Bristol City Football Club as Chief Executive Officer.

“This is an exciting and challenging new executive appointment. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operational functions of the football club across the men and women’s teams, as well as overseeing the long-term strategic objectives of Bristol City.”

Manager Nigel Pearson spoke of the challenges in finding Gould’s replacement and said: “Somebody of Richard’s calibre is going to be difficult to replace but it’s important that whoever comes in has the right skill set to continue the work that is being done.”

City released their accounts last week confirming losses of £28.5million, just under £10m better off than 12 months ago.