Civitas Charity Recruitment ltd

Human Resources Manager (Climate Change focused Charity) Location: Central London (hybrid, 2 days in the office) Salary: £45-£50k per annum DOE plus benefits Contract: 12 months fixed term (possible extension), full time (5 days/week) Start: ASAP The Opportunity Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with an investor-led, purpose-driven membership organisation working with the investment community to manage climate-related financial risks and seize opportunities in the transition to a net zero and climate resilient economy. This role will lead day-to-day operational HR service delivery, partnering with managers and the wider team to embed best practice, strengthen culture, and support organisational development and change. Key Responsibilities Support organisational development initiatives including culture, engagement, inclusion, wellbeing, team activities and change projects. Act as first point of contact for HR queries, providing timely advice on policy, procedure and UK employment legislation. Manage cyclical policy reviews and support development of new policies, guidance and manager toolkits. Lead employee relations casework and coach managers to build confidence and capability; escalate sensitive cases as required. Coordinate performance management cycles and support aligned development planning. Oversee benefits administration, liaising with third parties and supporting periodic reviews of the offer. Coordinate learning and development activity, identifying skills gaps and supporting continuous improvement. Maintain HR systems and reporting, ensuring data accuracy and producing insights to inform decisions. Deliver end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and induction, ensuring efficiency, consistency and compliance. The Candidate Proven experience in a generalist HR role, including delivery of operational people services and HR project implementation. CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent professional experience) with strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice. Confident advising and coaching managers across employee relations, performance, and people processes. Experience supporting organisational development, culture and change in a fast-paced environment. Strong stakeholder management, communication (written and verbal) and relationship-building skills. Comfortable working independently with sound judgement, high attention to detail and excellent time management. Proficient with HR systems and digital tools; able to interpret HR data to drive improvements. Desirable: Experience in SME/not-for-profit settings, exposure to financial sector contexts, and a genuine interest in climate and sustainability. How to Apply Please apply immediately using the link. Alternatively, please contact syed at Civitas recruitment for a initial discussion and a full JD. The deadline for applications is 20 February 2026, with first round interviews (online via Teams) planned for the week commencing 23 February 2026. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available unfortunately).

Development Manager (Islamic College) Location/Salary/Contract: Cambridge (in-person), with flexibility for hybrid working where appropriate Full-time, permanent £43,000-£48,000 (dependent on experience) The Opportunity A Cambridge-based education and research institution, rooted in the Islamic tradition, is seeking a Development Manager to lead fundraising and donor engagement. This is a central role in building long-term sustainability, securing philanthropic income and strengthening relationships with supporters to underpin teaching, research and public programmes. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of the fundraising and donor engagement strategy, meeting agreed income targets. Cultivate, steward and grow relationships with donors, partners and prospects, building a healthy pipeline. Develop compelling cases for support, donor proposals and stewardship reporting. Plan and deliver fundraising campaigns and appeals across individual giving and related income streams. Oversee donor data management, reporting and compliance, including the donor database and processes. Provide regular performance reporting and insight to the Senior Leadership Team. Line manage the Communications function, ensuring priorities and content support fundraising and engagement objectives across public-facing and digital channels. The Candidate Proven experience in development/fundraising, with a track record of securing philanthropic income and stewarding donors. Confident building relationships with senior stakeholders and communicating effectively with diverse supporters. Strong writing skills, able to produce persuasive cases for support, proposals and clear reporting. Experience planning and delivering campaigns and appeals, using data to guide priorities and activity. Comfortable managing a development function end-to-end, including pipeline management and database oversight. People management experience (or readiness to step into it), with sound judgement and a collaborative approach. How to Apply If you feel like you meet the requirements listed above, please apply immediately. Alternatively, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for an initial discussion.