Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists

Director - Knepp Wildland Foundation Location: Knepp, West Sussex Salary: £55,000-£60,000 Contract: Full-time, permanent Help shape the next chapter of one of Europe's best-known charitable rewilding foundations. Nature can recover. At Knepp, we have spent 25 years demonstrating what that can look like. Over the past four years, Knepp Wildland Foundation (KWF) has grown into a charity with national and international recognition for its work in promoting the understanding of rewilding. We have an ambitious strategy through to 2030, a great multidisciplinary team, strong partnerships and a remarkable opportunity to share Knepp's practical experience with a much wider world. As two of our major initiatives become independent organisations, we are looking for a Director to lead the Foundation into its next phase. This is a chief executive role about consolidation, focus and growth: working with the Board and team to establish what we uniquely exist to do, strengthening our organisation, and bringing the entrepreneurial drive to take our core projects forward. As Director, you will: Lead us through a significant period of organisational transition and development. Work with trustees and staff to establish KWF's future size, shape, priorities and ways of working. Put excellent operational systems in place and create clarity. Develop and empower a talented team, giving people the confidence and framework to lead their own areas of work. Strengthen financial resilience, fundraising and strategic partnerships. Drive the growth of our core programmes in species recovery, education, and knowledge-sharing, and promote the Foundation's work to funders, partners, policymakers and landowners. We are looking for someone who: Has significant senior leadership experience and is comfortable combining strategy with hands-on management. Is operationally strong, financially literate and experienced in working with a Board. Is an excellent people leader who can empower an already capable team through change. Has an entrepreneurial spirit, strong fundraising and partnership skills, and the judgement to know when to pursue an opportunity and when to say no. Is an engaging communicator and a constructive collaborator, comfortable working alongside a prominent founder-led estate. Is genuinely curious about rewilding and nature recovery and respects evidence and specialist expertise. You do not need to be an ecologist or conservation specialist. We are looking first and foremost for an exceptional organisational leader who is excited by what Knepp has demonstrated and by the opportunity to translate that experience into wider change. Why Knepp Wildland Foundation? KWF offers an unusually open opportunity for a senior leader. We are a young, agile organisation, free of decades of accumulated bureaucracy, with strong goodwill, an exceptional network, an engaged Board, a talented team and the freedom to shape what comes next. Our message is ultimately about hope: demonstrating that nature can recover, sharing what has been learned and inspiring people to act. If you are an ambitious, grounded and collaborative leader who would relish helping to shape the next chapter of a pioneering charity born out of one of Europe's best-known rewilding projects, we would be delighted to hear from you. For full details of the role and how to apply, please download the appointment brief. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny Hills at Harris Hill via the apply button with times to speak and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile, which will be treated with the strictest confidence. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics. Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 2nd November 2026

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with Engineers Without Borders UK to recruit its new Chief Executive Officer. EWB-UK is leading efforts to put global responsibility at the heart of engineering. We envision a future where the needs of all people are balanced with the needs of our planet. Engineers will play a pivotal role in designing the solutions we need for humanity and the planet to thrive. Achieving this demands a rapid shift towards globally responsible approaches, requiring a complete reimagining of engineering education and industry practices. We empower individuals, teams, and organisations with the skills and expertise needed to drive this urgent change. Together, we are transforming engineering to create a safe and just future for all. Our overall ambition is to reshape engineering education, culture and practice by empowering our community and putting global responsibility at the heart of engineering. To achieve this, we must build on our momentum, strengthen our foundations and maintain a clear strategic direction. As Chief Executive, you will focus on five key areas: Leading : inspiring and driving the organisation, including our staff, volunteers and members. Building: supporting and growing a diverse movement of individuals and organisations. Influencing: encouraging the wider engineering community to support our agenda. Delivering: developing and implementing plans to deliver the goals set out in our strategy. Resourcing: ensuring we have the funds to maintain our operations while building the funding pipeline to underpin growth. If you are inspired and excited by what EWB-UK does, we'd love to hear from you. Job title: Chief Executive Officer Salary: circa £70,000 per annum Contract: Full-time (flexibility will be considered) Location: Hybrid - open to candidates based in the UK with reliable internet access. The role combines remote working with attendance at monthly team days in Fitzrovia, London and ad-hoc events, plus travel across the UK as required How to apply: Please review the Recruitment Pack for further information about EWB-UK, the CEO position and for details on how to apply. Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 2 November 2026 Both EWB-UK and Harris Hill operate an equal opportunity policy and commit to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Interim Head of IT £300-£350 per day PAYE 2 days per week 6 months initially Remote/Hybrid Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a national charity to recruit an Interim Head of IT for an initial six-month assignment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT leader to provide strategic direction and leadership across technology, while overseeing an established IT function and supporting a significant period of organisational change. The organisation already has an IT Manager responsible for day-to-day IT operations, with a significant amount of technical provision outsourced. This role will provide the senior strategic leadership needed to ensure technology continues to support the organisation's ambitions, while identifying opportunities to improve systems, introduce new technology and make better use of existing infrastructure. A key part of the role will be contributing to the organisation's Target Operating Model (TOM), which is currently being developed, ensuring that technology and systems are properly considered as the future operating model takes shape. Key responsibilities will include: Providing strategic leadership and advice across IT and technology Managing and supporting the IT Manager, providing senior oversight of the day-to-day IT function Overseeing outsourced IT provision and managing key technology suppliers and relationships Developing and delivering a clear technology roadmap aligned with organisational priorities Providing strategic input into the development and implementation of the new Target Operating Model Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and ways of working Leading or supporting the implementation of new systems and technology solutions Reviewing the existing technology estate, contracts, suppliers, risks and opportunities Providing oversight of cyber security, information governance, business continuity and technology risk Advising senior leaders on technology investment, priorities and emerging opportunities, including appropriate use of AI and automation Ensuring technology developments are effectively implemented and adopted across the organisation About you We are looking for an experienced IT leader who can combine strategic thinking with a pragmatic, hands-on approach. You will have: Significant experience in a senior IT, technology or digital leadership role Experience of developing and delivering technology strategies and roadmaps Strong experience managing outsourced IT provision and third-party suppliers Experience of leading or supporting systems implementations, integration, transformation or process improvement The ability to work with senior stakeholders and translate technical issues into clear, practical recommendations Experience of managing or providing senior oversight to an IT team

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with The Cotswolds Dogs and Cats Home to recruit an experienced and commercially focused Head of Retail. Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior retail professional to lead and develop CDCH's retail operation, maximising income, profitability, supporter engagement and brand awareness across its charity shops, e-commerce and donated goods activities. As a member of the Leadership Team, the Head of Retail will play a key role in supporting the charity's long-term sustainability, growth and strategic direction. You will provide strategic leadership across a multi-site retail operation of approximately 10-15 outlets, alongside warehouse, stock generation and e-commerce activities. You will develop and deliver an ambitious retail growth strategy, identifying new opportunities to increase income, improve profitability and strengthen the performance of all retail channels. Using your commercial insight and understanding of the retail landscape, you will drive performance and ensure retail makes the greatest possible contribution to the charity's wider objectives. A key part of the role will be leading, motivating and developing retail managers, staff and volunteers, creating a high-performing, customer-focused culture. About you We are looking for an experienced senior retail leader with a strong commercial mindset and a genuine understanding of charity retail. You will have: Significant senior-level retail experience, ideally as a Head of Retail or equivalent. Experience managing a multi-site retail operation, ideally around 10-15 outlets. Strong commercial and financial management skills, with experience of budgets, forecasting and performance management. Knowledge of charity retail operations, Gift Aid and compliance. Experience leading and developing teams, staff and volunteers. A strong understanding of customer experience, merchandising and retail best practice. Experience using EPOS, CRM and retail management systems. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong strategic planning, analytical, project and change management skills. Experience of e-commerce and online marketplaces, property acquisition and shop development would be advantageous. If you are an ambitious retail leader looking for the opportunity to shape and grow a successful charity retail operation, while making a meaningful contribution to CDCH's wider charitable purpose, we would love to hear from you. For more information, please submit your CV. Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Financial Controller to work for this well-established charity based in Northwest London (Hybrid) THIS IS AN URGENT PERMANENT POSITION WITH INTERVIEWS AVAILABLE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE Position: Permanent Title: Financial Controller Reporting to: Director of Finance: Management: 2 Finance Staff: Finance Manager & Finance Assistant Salary: £60.000pa - £65.000pa Hybrid working: 3 days a week is required in their offices in Northwest London Qualification: A Fully Qualified Accountant is required. The Role As the Financial Controller, you will run the day-to-day financial operations, taking ownership of transactional accounting and month-end reconciliations. You'll maintain the general ledger, ensure data integrity across systems, and manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control functions. The role involves coordinating payroll, preparing management accounts and VAT returns, supporting budget preparation and assisting with year-end accounts and internal and external audits. You'll also manage the Finance Manager and play a key role in the organisation's financial stability and operational success. Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent professional qualification). Proven experience managing the month-end close and preparing management accounts. High-level Excel proficiency and ability to work with financial data confidently. Experience with accounting software (Xero experience is advantageous). Proactive self-starter with strong attention to detail and accuracy. Experience in the charity sector, including technical expertise in Charity SORP.

Interim Senior HR Manager Location: London Working pattern: Hybrid, minimum 2 days per week in the office Rate: £23.08 - £24.72 per hour Duration: 3 months initially, with potential to extend Start: Immediate Contract: Temporary We are recruiting for an experienced Interim Senior HR Manager to join a London-based, values-led organisation on an initial 3-month temporary assignment, with the potential to extend. This is an immediate-start opportunity and candidates must be immediately available or able to start at very short notice. The role This is a broad and hands-on senior HR position, working closely with senior leadership and managers to provide strategic HR advice while leading the operational delivery of the HR function. You will have responsibility across the full employee lifecycle, including employee relations, recruitment, performance management, learning and development, employee engagement, HR policy, compliance, payroll and HR systems. Key responsibilities Advise senior leadership and managers on strategic and operational HR matters. Support the development and implementation of the organisation's HR strategy. Manage complex employee relations matters, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence and performance cases. Lead employee recruitment, onboarding and retention activities. Support volunteer recruitment and administration. Develop and implement HR policies and procedures. Lead performance management and appraisal processes. Support learning, development, training and succession planning. Promote employee wellbeing, engagement, equality, diversity and inclusion. Ensure compliance with UK employment legislation, GDPR and HR best practice. Manage relationships with external payroll and pension providers. Oversee HR systems and ensure employee data is accurate, secure and up to date. Produce HR reports, analysis and management information for senior leadership. Manage HR budgets and supplier relationships. Lead, coach and support the HR Administrator. Contribute to wider organisational projects and strategic initiatives. About you You will be an experienced HR professional with a strong generalist background and the confidence to operate at senior level. Ideally, you will have: Significant experience in a Senior HR Manager, HR Manager or similar senior HR role . Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Extensive employee relations experience. Proven experience advising senior leaders and managers. Experience developing and implementing HR policies and processes. Strong experience across recruitment, performance management, L&D and employee engagement. Experience managing HR systems, payroll processes and external suppliers. Strong analytical, reporting and organisational skills. Excellent communication, coaching and influencing skills. CIPD qualification or equivalent professional experience. Experience within a charity, not-for-profit, public sector or other mission-driven organisation . Experience of volunteer management, safeguarding or supporting geographically dispersed teams would be beneficial. What's on offer? £23.08 - £24.37 per hour Immediate start Must be immediately available Initial 3-month temporary assignment Potential to extend Hybrid London working Minimum 2 days per week in the office Senior-level HR responsibility Broad and varied HR remit Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a purpose-led organisation If you are an experienced Senior HR Manager and are immediately available, please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a leading peer-led organisation supporting people living with HIV to recruit an Engagement Peer Support Coordinator. North West London £32,000 pro rata 24.5 hours per week 12-month contract This is an exciting opportunity for someone with lived experience of HIV to use their expertise to support people who have become disengaged from HIV care and help them reconnect with appropriate services. The Role Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will: Contact and engage people living with HIV by phone, text, email and community outreach. Carry out home visits and community-based support where appropriate. Build trusting, person-centred relationships with clients. Assess individual needs and co-create wellbeing plans. Provide advocacy and support clients to attend appointments. Signpost and refer to health, welfare, housing and immigration services. Support clients with hardship grants and relevant referrals. Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns. Maintain accurate electronic records and monitor client progress. Work closely with NHS clinical teams, peer workers and community partners. Attend meetings, supervision and relevant training. About You You will have: Lived with HIV for at least two years and be open about your status. A strong understanding of the social, economic and psychological issues affecting people living with HIV. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A commitment to empowering clients and maintaining professional boundaries. The ability to manage your own caseload and priorities. Good IT and record-keeping skills. A collaborative and reflective approach to your work. Desirable experience includes: Peer support or advocacy. Supporting people with complex needs. Navigating health, social care or voluntary-sector services. Knowledge of benefits, housing or immigration systems. Knowledge of services supporting people living with HIV in London. Speaking a community language. The role is open to people living with HIV under a genuine occupational requirement for peer-led support. For more information, please submit your CV. Please note, CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic charity supporting children and young people in their search for a Head of Income Development. This is an exciting role with the opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the organisation's growth and impact. As Head of Income Development, you will lead and deliver business development and growth. You will identify new opportunities, build influential relationships with commissioners and key stakeholders and maximise growth across existing services. You will lead on tenders, bids and framework opportunities, bringing together the right people to deliver high-quality, innovative and competitive submissions. You'll assess new opportunities, balancing commercial potential with risk, while ensuring successful opportunities are effectively mobilised and transitioned into operational delivery. To be considered for this role you will need: Experience leading business development within the charity/non-profit sector A strong track record of identifying and developing income growth opportunities Senior-level stakeholder and commissioner engagement experience Strong tender, bid and business plan writing skills If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill on or call him on Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 (FTE) Permanent, part-time (22.5 hours) Location: London with flexible hybrid working (also open to predominantly remote working with occasional travel) Deadline: Rolling. Please apply ASAP to avoid missing out. Application process: CV and supporting statement. Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.