Background Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both. Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible. About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join the growing Finance team at Dementia UK in a new role that will oversee the smooth running of the accounts function. As the Accounts Supervisor, you will be responsible for accurately posting expenditure to the accounts system, Business Central and providing support and training to the Assistant Accountant. The role involves overseeing the entire finance function, ensuring timely payments, including international transfers and BACS runs. You will work closely with other departments to ensure invoices are correctly coded and maintain a smooth flow of information between Finance and other teams. Additionally, you will process and manage staff expenses, including both the payment and administration of the expenses system. Your responsibilities will also include preparing monthly bank reconciliations for the main Dementia UK bank account, as well as month-end balance sheet reconciliations and related journals. You will assist in preparing year-end information for the financial statements and the annual audit in addition to regularly monitoring the Finance inbox. Ensuring that financial processes and procedures are compliant with GDPR will be a key aspect of your role. To succeed in this position, you will need a good general education to degree level or equivalent, or be part-qualified by experience and actively studying for AAT, CIMA, or ACCA. You should be computer literate in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and at least one accounting programme. Strong accounting and financial management skills are essential, along with the ability to report to and coordinate with multiple stakeholders. If this sounds like you, join us in making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It's important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always. Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you'd like support to make an application, contact . This role will be subject to a Basic DBS check. By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK. Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice .
Jul 01, 2025
Full time
Background Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both. Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible. About the role This is an exciting opportunity to join the growing Finance team at Dementia UK in a new role that will oversee the smooth running of the accounts function. As the Accounts Supervisor, you will be responsible for accurately posting expenditure to the accounts system, Business Central and providing support and training to the Assistant Accountant. The role involves overseeing the entire finance function, ensuring timely payments, including international transfers and BACS runs. You will work closely with other departments to ensure invoices are correctly coded and maintain a smooth flow of information between Finance and other teams. Additionally, you will process and manage staff expenses, including both the payment and administration of the expenses system. Your responsibilities will also include preparing monthly bank reconciliations for the main Dementia UK bank account, as well as month-end balance sheet reconciliations and related journals. You will assist in preparing year-end information for the financial statements and the annual audit in addition to regularly monitoring the Finance inbox. Ensuring that financial processes and procedures are compliant with GDPR will be a key aspect of your role. To succeed in this position, you will need a good general education to degree level or equivalent, or be part-qualified by experience and actively studying for AAT, CIMA, or ACCA. You should be computer literate in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and at least one accounting programme. Strong accounting and financial management skills are essential, along with the ability to report to and coordinate with multiple stakeholders. If this sounds like you, join us in making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It's important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always. Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you'd like support to make an application, contact . This role will be subject to a Basic DBS check. By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK. Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice .
Interview dates: First stage - Thursday 27th and Friday 28th March (MS Teams). Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays). Benefits: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay family-friendly policies 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash) access to a wellbeing app flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning) commitment to employee health and wellbeing. we have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer Join Dementia UK as a Campaigns and Engagement Officer and play a key role in driving our ambitious political influencing strategy to transform dementia care across the UK. You will contribute to Dementia UK's wider ambitions and strategy, which strongly emphasise our influencing goals. Your primary focus will be to support the Campaigns and Engagement Manager and the wider team in developing, delivering and evaluating impactful campaigns that create lasting improvements to dementia care for people living with dementia, their families and carers. You will manage day-to-day engagement with new and existing Dementia UK campaigners, including our Campaigns Network, acting as the first point of contact for the campaign inbox. Working closely with Marketing and Communications teams, you will help grow and deepen campaigner engagement by creating compelling communications online and offline across our website, social media, email and in print. Alongside this, you will produce campaigning actions and resources that empower campaigners, including people with lived experience of dementia, to be central to securing improvements to dementia care. To succeed in this role, you will have experience in developing, delivering and evaluating influencing campaigns that incorporate both online and offline elements. You will be a strong communicator with a proven ability to build and manage successful relationships with supporters and other stakeholders. Additionally, you should also be highly organised, with the proven ability to prioritise workload and meet tight, competing deadlines in a fast-changing environment. You will understand the importance of authentically involving people with lived experience in campaigning. Join us today and be part of a team committed to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It's important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Interview dates: First stage - Thursday 27th and Friday 28th March (MS Teams). Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays). Benefits: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay family-friendly policies 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash) access to a wellbeing app flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning) commitment to employee health and wellbeing. we have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer Join Dementia UK as a Campaigns and Engagement Officer and play a key role in driving our ambitious political influencing strategy to transform dementia care across the UK. You will contribute to Dementia UK's wider ambitions and strategy, which strongly emphasise our influencing goals. Your primary focus will be to support the Campaigns and Engagement Manager and the wider team in developing, delivering and evaluating impactful campaigns that create lasting improvements to dementia care for people living with dementia, their families and carers. You will manage day-to-day engagement with new and existing Dementia UK campaigners, including our Campaigns Network, acting as the first point of contact for the campaign inbox. Working closely with Marketing and Communications teams, you will help grow and deepen campaigner engagement by creating compelling communications online and offline across our website, social media, email and in print. Alongside this, you will produce campaigning actions and resources that empower campaigners, including people with lived experience of dementia, to be central to securing improvements to dementia care. To succeed in this role, you will have experience in developing, delivering and evaluating influencing campaigns that incorporate both online and offline elements. You will be a strong communicator with a proven ability to build and manage successful relationships with supporters and other stakeholders. Additionally, you should also be highly organised, with the proven ability to prioritise workload and meet tight, competing deadlines in a fast-changing environment. You will understand the importance of authentically involving people with lived experience in campaigning. Join us today and be part of a team committed to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It's important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.
Department/team: Philanthropy and Partnerships Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays). Interview dates: First stage - Wednesday 5th and Friday 7th March (via MS Teams). Second stage (in-person at our Aldgate, London office) - Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th March. Benefits: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay family-friendly policies 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash) access to a wellbeing app flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning) commitment to employee health and wellbeing. We have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer About us Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both. Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible. About the role We are seeking a passionate and strategic Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to join our team and play a pivotal role in developing and delivering Dementia UK's strategy for building strong, sustainable partnerships with corporates, major donors, and trusts. Leading the Philanthropy & Partnerships team, you will drive effective prospecting and outstanding supporter stewardship, maximising income generation in the short, medium, and long term. You will develop the overall team strategy and operational plans for corporate, trust, and major donor fundraising, ensuring the successful cultivation of profitable, multi-year relationships with companies, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. As a senior leader, you will collaborate with the CEO/Chief Admiral Nurse, Director of Clinical Services, clinical staff, trustees, and volunteers to effectively showcase Dementia UK's impact, engaging new supporters and deepening relationships with existing ones. You will cultivate a high-performing team culture, inspiring staff to exceed targets while providing strong leadership and professional development. Additionally, you will work closely across the organisation, partnering with Marketing & Communications to enhance brand visibility and supporting Policy, Campaigns, and Public Affairs initiatives to drive greater influence and engagement. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in major donor, corporate, and trust fundraising, with a proven track record of growing income and securing substantial gifts through senior relationship management. You will have expertise in developing and implementing fundraising strategies, translating them into clear operational plans with defined KPIs and risk management. As an experienced leader, you will provide direction, motivation, and effective line management to the team, ensuring their development and success. A deep understanding of supporter motivations and the ability to create engaging, tailored communications will be essential in inspiring and strengthening donor relationships. If this sounds like you, join us in making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It's important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always. Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you'd like support to make an application, contact the recruitment team. By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK. Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs.
Feb 14, 2025
Full time
Department/team: Philanthropy and Partnerships Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays). Interview dates: First stage - Wednesday 5th and Friday 7th March (via MS Teams). Second stage (in-person at our Aldgate, London office) - Monday 10th and Tuesday 11th March. Benefits: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay family-friendly policies 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash) access to a wellbeing app flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning) commitment to employee health and wellbeing. We have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer About us Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime, either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both. Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible. About the role We are seeking a passionate and strategic Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to join our team and play a pivotal role in developing and delivering Dementia UK's strategy for building strong, sustainable partnerships with corporates, major donors, and trusts. Leading the Philanthropy & Partnerships team, you will drive effective prospecting and outstanding supporter stewardship, maximising income generation in the short, medium, and long term. You will develop the overall team strategy and operational plans for corporate, trust, and major donor fundraising, ensuring the successful cultivation of profitable, multi-year relationships with companies, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. As a senior leader, you will collaborate with the CEO/Chief Admiral Nurse, Director of Clinical Services, clinical staff, trustees, and volunteers to effectively showcase Dementia UK's impact, engaging new supporters and deepening relationships with existing ones. You will cultivate a high-performing team culture, inspiring staff to exceed targets while providing strong leadership and professional development. Additionally, you will work closely across the organisation, partnering with Marketing & Communications to enhance brand visibility and supporting Policy, Campaigns, and Public Affairs initiatives to drive greater influence and engagement. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in major donor, corporate, and trust fundraising, with a proven track record of growing income and securing substantial gifts through senior relationship management. You will have expertise in developing and implementing fundraising strategies, translating them into clear operational plans with defined KPIs and risk management. As an experienced leader, you will provide direction, motivation, and effective line management to the team, ensuring their development and success. A deep understanding of supporter motivations and the ability to create engaging, tailored communications will be essential in inspiring and strengthening donor relationships. If this sounds like you, join us in making a difference in the lives of those affected by dementia. Our culture In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It's important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia. Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion. Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always. Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you'd like support to make an application, contact the recruitment team. By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK. Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs.
An exciting opportunity to be the fundraising innovation lead for Dementia UK, managing a newly formed team to generate ideas and test multiple new products and innovations each year. The Senior Manager is the charity s fundraising innovation lead, identifying and prioritising opportunities for innovation and new product development across the fundraising programme. Using supporter insight and data, as well as external trends to identify upcoming opportunities - and challenges - this role will generate ideas and test multiple new products or innovations each year. The Senior Manager will be responsible for leading a newly formed Innovation & Products team, setting up and embedding new ways of working and processes that will enable the team to maximise existing products; and continually test and scale propositions that will support acquisition and retention across the fundraising programme. First interviews: 9 August 2022 Second interviews: In person, Aldgate-London 15/16 August 2022
Jul 30, 2022
Full time
An exciting opportunity to be the fundraising innovation lead for Dementia UK, managing a newly formed team to generate ideas and test multiple new products and innovations each year. The Senior Manager is the charity s fundraising innovation lead, identifying and prioritising opportunities for innovation and new product development across the fundraising programme. Using supporter insight and data, as well as external trends to identify upcoming opportunities - and challenges - this role will generate ideas and test multiple new products or innovations each year. The Senior Manager will be responsible for leading a newly formed Innovation & Products team, setting up and embedding new ways of working and processes that will enable the team to maximise existing products; and continually test and scale propositions that will support acquisition and retention across the fundraising programme. First interviews: 9 August 2022 Second interviews: In person, Aldgate-London 15/16 August 2022
