The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) believes that access to quality sexual and reproductive healthcare is a fundamental right. This is why we are working together with our 14,000 members and partners to shape better sexual and reproductive health for all. FSRH is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we are the voice for healthcare professionals working at the frontline of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (SRH) in a range of settings in the community and primary care. Our members include SRH specialists, GPs, nurses, midwives and pharmacists. FSRH's External Affairs Team influences policy and practice through evidence-based advocacy as well as raising awareness of SRH rights among the public. We aim to develop policy, build partnerships to enhance influencing ability, and provide external communications inclusive of media relations in order to promote the goals set out in FSRH's Hatfield Vision and Organisational Strategy , through the promotion of the highest standards in the field of SRH. The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual and Reproductive Health in the UK (APPG SRH) promotes awareness and understanding in Parliament of a range of issues relating to sexual and reproductive health across the life course (from menstruation to menopause and beyond). Backed by a passionate cohort of Parliamentarians and other stakeholders, the APPG is Co-Chaired by Dr Rupa Huq MP and Baroness Barker, supported by passionate Vice Chairs, Baroness Sugg and Maya Ellis MP. About the role Please see attached JD for further details. This role plays an integral part in helping manage and develop the outputs of the External Affairs team, while advising on FSRH strategic issues. As the Senior Manager and Deputy to the Director in the team, you will manage the team's External Affairs Officer, and drive delivery of the ambitions contained in FSRH's Hatfield Vision. As Manager to the All Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare you will work directly with leading Parliamentarians and partners to manage and deliver the APPG's annual programme of work and meetings. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an interest in healthcare policy and a passion for improving society. A background in policy, public affairs, campaigning, as well as proven project management and events experience is highly desirable. Excellent writing skills are essential, as is a broad understanding of communications techniques to engage policy makers around the issues that clinicians and the public alike face. FSRH offers a flexible working pattern, including hybrid working, with the option of working in the offices of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in London Bridge, where FSRH is situated. FSRH also offers a package that includes a first-class pension scheme and generous annual leave.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
The Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (FSRH) believes that access to quality sexual and reproductive healthcare is a fundamental right. This is why we are working together with our 14,000 members and partners to shape better sexual and reproductive health for all. FSRH is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we are the voice for healthcare professionals working at the frontline of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (SRH) in a range of settings in the community and primary care. Our members include SRH specialists, GPs, nurses, midwives and pharmacists. FSRH's External Affairs Team influences policy and practice through evidence-based advocacy as well as raising awareness of SRH rights among the public. We aim to develop policy, build partnerships to enhance influencing ability, and provide external communications inclusive of media relations in order to promote the goals set out in FSRH's Hatfield Vision and Organisational Strategy , through the promotion of the highest standards in the field of SRH. The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual and Reproductive Health in the UK (APPG SRH) promotes awareness and understanding in Parliament of a range of issues relating to sexual and reproductive health across the life course (from menstruation to menopause and beyond). Backed by a passionate cohort of Parliamentarians and other stakeholders, the APPG is Co-Chaired by Dr Rupa Huq MP and Baroness Barker, supported by passionate Vice Chairs, Baroness Sugg and Maya Ellis MP. About the role Please see attached JD for further details. This role plays an integral part in helping manage and develop the outputs of the External Affairs team, while advising on FSRH strategic issues. As the Senior Manager and Deputy to the Director in the team, you will manage the team's External Affairs Officer, and drive delivery of the ambitions contained in FSRH's Hatfield Vision. As Manager to the All Party Parliamentary Group on Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare you will work directly with leading Parliamentarians and partners to manage and deliver the APPG's annual programme of work and meetings. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with an interest in healthcare policy and a passion for improving society. A background in policy, public affairs, campaigning, as well as proven project management and events experience is highly desirable. Excellent writing skills are essential, as is a broad understanding of communications techniques to engage policy makers around the issues that clinicians and the public alike face. FSRH offers a flexible working pattern, including hybrid working, with the option of working in the offices of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in London Bridge, where FSRH is situated. FSRH also offers a package that includes a first-class pension scheme and generous annual leave.
We are recruiting for a Senior Policy and Research Officer to join our team in London ; the scope on this job involves . Job Title: Senior Policy and Research Officer Location: Homeworking with the requirement to occasionally attend our Head Office (Vauxhall) Salary: £34,093.64 per annum (this is inclusive of a London Weighting allowance of £3,000 which may be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement). Contract type: Fixed term (12 months), Full-time Hours: 37.5 Refuge is recruitment for a Senior Policy and Research Officer to join it's successful Policy and Public Affairs Team. The Senior Policy and Research Officer will be responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative research on issues affecting survivors of domestic abuse and propose robust, evidence-based policy recommendations as well as analysing policy developments and producing briefings, reports, and consultation responses to influence public policy. The successful candidate will bring excellent policy analysis, data analysis and research skills as well as strong communication and project management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to work with survivors of domestic abuse to shape Refuge's policy programme to drive system change to end Violence Against Women and Girls. This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. Closing date: 9.00am on 1 September 2025. Interview date: 10 & 11 September 2025. Benefits Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal
We are recruiting for a Senior Policy and Research Officer to join our team in London ; the scope on this job involves . Job Title: Senior Policy and Research Officer Location: Homeworking with the requirement to occasionally attend our Head Office (Vauxhall) Salary: £34,093.64 per annum (this is inclusive of a London Weighting allowance of £3,000 which may be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement). Contract type: Fixed term (12 months), Full-time Hours: 37.5 Refuge is recruitment for a Senior Policy and Research Officer to join it's successful Policy and Public Affairs Team. The Senior Policy and Research Officer will be responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative research on issues affecting survivors of domestic abuse and propose robust, evidence-based policy recommendations as well as analysing policy developments and producing briefings, reports, and consultation responses to influence public policy. The successful candidate will bring excellent policy analysis, data analysis and research skills as well as strong communication and project management skills. This is an exciting opportunity to work with survivors of domestic abuse to shape Refuge's policy programme to drive system change to end Violence Against Women and Girls. This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies. Closing date: 9.00am on 1 September 2025. Interview date: 10 & 11 September 2025. Benefits Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
Director - General Net Zero Job Description Are you a confident, strategic leader with the skills and drive to deliver transformative and impactful economic and societal change across a diverse portfolio? The Scottish Government has a unique opportunity for a Director General for Net Zero, to lead a dynamic team of five Directorates and three Executive Agencies which include 4,400 staff in five locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with purpose and impact, fostering an inclusive culture where diverse talent is empowered to thrive. The purpose of this role is to forge and deliver a coherent, joined-up strategy and subsequent outcomes which bring a just transition of the economy whilst delivering transformational change across the whole of government. You will deliver the ambitious and far-reaching transformation of society and economy to achieve Net Zero targets, ensure a just transition for communities and individuals, and address the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity. Harnessing the economic opportunities of the transition to Net Zero and improving our biodiversity across both land and marine will be critical. As a key advisor to Ministers, you will offer confident evidence-based advice and will be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. You will be accountable to Parliament for the following resources: Five Directorates will report to you with circa 2,400 people across: Energy and Climate Change Marine Environment and Forestry Agriculture and Rural Economy Offshore Wind Additionally, you will have Portfolio Accountable Officer oversight of 25 public bodies and the following three Executive Agencies (EAs represent a further 2,000 staff): Transport Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland Scottish Forestry As Director General for Net Zero you will be responsible for a total annual budget of circa £6 billion. Joining the top leadership team of the Scottish Government to lead core public policy and services at a time of unprecedented challenge responding to changing international political context and the cost-of-living crisis. You will provide direct support to the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, the Cabinet Secretary of Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing, and the Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, and you will have a responsibility to the First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet. Responsibilities Reporting to the Permanent Secretary you will: Lead transformational change across the whole of Government, acting as a key communicator when engaging the public, business and third sector. Representing Scottish Government at the highest levels and focusing on one of the four top priorities for government to tackle the climate emergency. As part of the top leadership team, make collective decisions on key priorities that affect Scotland, including delivering Public Service Reform. This also includes workforce planning for the civil service and taking forward policies such as hybrid working and diversity and inclusion to support our people. Deliver an ambitious policy agenda that meets our emissions reduction targets and puts Scotland firmly on the pathway to Net Zero by 2045. Lead Directors to champion close working with other colleagues across government, with public bodies and other key delivery partners and external stakeholders. Ensuring delivery of outcomes for the benefit of the people of Scotland, developing a culture of collaboration and innovation. Ensure that the key services and sectors the country depends on are delivered and supported - transport, water, energy, agriculture, food and drink, marine economies of fishing and aquaculture, environment, the circular economy and forestry. As a key advisor to Ministers, offer confident evidence-based advice and be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. Be committed to leading and enabling the continuing development of a high performing Director General family and Senior Team comprising eight Directors, with a strong, inclusive, positive working culture. Success Profile It is essential that you can provide evidence in your application of the professional experience and skills required for this role. In addition, candidates applying for roles with the government agencies and public bodies in Scotland are assessed in line with the Success Profiles framework that is used across the Civil Service. This means that as well as evidencing the professional experience and skills you will also be expected to evidence behaviours at the level required for this Senior Civil Service role. Experience: Leadership at Executive Team and Board level: Significant experience of leading the development and delivery of organisational strategy in a large and complex organisation, within government, the public sector or private sector Demonstrable experience of financial management of significant resource and capital budgets, together with overarching corporate governance experience. This includes Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives at pace and sustain them through periods of ambiguity and organisational change Significant experience of major programme and project delivery and operational delivery will be key in leading the portfolio, where a substantial element of the overall Scottish Government capital programme sits Achievement of measurable outcomes across a range of specialist subject areas, through effective cross-boundary working and partnership with a wide range of stakeholders Behaviours: Seeing the big picture (Level 6) Delivering at pace (Level 6) Leadership (Level 6) Communicating and Influencing (Level 6) Making effective decisions (Level 6) How to apply Candidates must apply online, providing a CV and supporting statement (of no more than 500 words) that directly addresses the Experience criteria listed in the Success Profile above. General or unrelated statements will not be accepted and may result in your application being sifted out. Please ensure your statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the specified experience requirements. During the interview and assessment process we will test your skills and experience as well as behaviours aligned to this role. If you are shortlisted you will be provided with full details of the next stages of the selection and assessment process. This may include an individual psychological assessment and a stakeholder /staff engagement exercise. Assessments are scheduled for the weeks commencing 22, 29 September and 6 October however this may be subject to change. Some of the assessments are likely to take place in person, further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. The other panel members are: Joe Griffin, Permanent Secretary, Scottish Government Jenny Stewart, Non-executive Director, Scottish Government Nicola Richards, Director, People Directorate, Scottish Government TBC Interview Expenses Any travel and subsistence expenses incurred during the selection process are the responsibility of the applicant. Closing date: 7 September 2025 at 23:55. Interviews: w/c 20 October 2025. Timings are subject to change. You will be informed appropriately.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Director - General Net Zero Job Description Are you a confident, strategic leader with the skills and drive to deliver transformative and impactful economic and societal change across a diverse portfolio? The Scottish Government has a unique opportunity for a Director General for Net Zero, to lead a dynamic team of five Directorates and three Executive Agencies which include 4,400 staff in five locations. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with purpose and impact, fostering an inclusive culture where diverse talent is empowered to thrive. The purpose of this role is to forge and deliver a coherent, joined-up strategy and subsequent outcomes which bring a just transition of the economy whilst delivering transformational change across the whole of government. You will deliver the ambitious and far-reaching transformation of society and economy to achieve Net Zero targets, ensure a just transition for communities and individuals, and address the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity. Harnessing the economic opportunities of the transition to Net Zero and improving our biodiversity across both land and marine will be critical. As a key advisor to Ministers, you will offer confident evidence-based advice and will be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. You will be accountable to Parliament for the following resources: Five Directorates will report to you with circa 2,400 people across: Energy and Climate Change Marine Environment and Forestry Agriculture and Rural Economy Offshore Wind Additionally, you will have Portfolio Accountable Officer oversight of 25 public bodies and the following three Executive Agencies (EAs represent a further 2,000 staff): Transport Scotland Forestry and Land Scotland Scottish Forestry As Director General for Net Zero you will be responsible for a total annual budget of circa £6 billion. Joining the top leadership team of the Scottish Government to lead core public policy and services at a time of unprecedented challenge responding to changing international political context and the cost-of-living crisis. You will provide direct support to the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, the Cabinet Secretary of Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, the Cabinet Secretary for Housing, and the Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, and you will have a responsibility to the First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Cabinet. Responsibilities Reporting to the Permanent Secretary you will: Lead transformational change across the whole of Government, acting as a key communicator when engaging the public, business and third sector. Representing Scottish Government at the highest levels and focusing on one of the four top priorities for government to tackle the climate emergency. As part of the top leadership team, make collective decisions on key priorities that affect Scotland, including delivering Public Service Reform. This also includes workforce planning for the civil service and taking forward policies such as hybrid working and diversity and inclusion to support our people. Deliver an ambitious policy agenda that meets our emissions reduction targets and puts Scotland firmly on the pathway to Net Zero by 2045. Lead Directors to champion close working with other colleagues across government, with public bodies and other key delivery partners and external stakeholders. Ensuring delivery of outcomes for the benefit of the people of Scotland, developing a culture of collaboration and innovation. Ensure that the key services and sectors the country depends on are delivered and supported - transport, water, energy, agriculture, food and drink, marine economies of fishing and aquaculture, environment, the circular economy and forestry. As a key advisor to Ministers, offer confident evidence-based advice and be able to connect with a wide range of stakeholders across organisations and boundaries to translate strategic vision into action. Be committed to leading and enabling the continuing development of a high performing Director General family and Senior Team comprising eight Directors, with a strong, inclusive, positive working culture. Success Profile It is essential that you can provide evidence in your application of the professional experience and skills required for this role. In addition, candidates applying for roles with the government agencies and public bodies in Scotland are assessed in line with the Success Profiles framework that is used across the Civil Service. This means that as well as evidencing the professional experience and skills you will also be expected to evidence behaviours at the level required for this Senior Civil Service role. Experience: Leadership at Executive Team and Board level: Significant experience of leading the development and delivery of organisational strategy in a large and complex organisation, within government, the public sector or private sector Demonstrable experience of financial management of significant resource and capital budgets, together with overarching corporate governance experience. This includes Proven ability to deliver strategic objectives at pace and sustain them through periods of ambiguity and organisational change Significant experience of major programme and project delivery and operational delivery will be key in leading the portfolio, where a substantial element of the overall Scottish Government capital programme sits Achievement of measurable outcomes across a range of specialist subject areas, through effective cross-boundary working and partnership with a wide range of stakeholders Behaviours: Seeing the big picture (Level 6) Delivering at pace (Level 6) Leadership (Level 6) Communicating and Influencing (Level 6) Making effective decisions (Level 6) How to apply Candidates must apply online, providing a CV and supporting statement (of no more than 500 words) that directly addresses the Experience criteria listed in the Success Profile above. General or unrelated statements will not be accepted and may result in your application being sifted out. Please ensure your statement clearly demonstrates how you meet the specified experience requirements. During the interview and assessment process we will test your skills and experience as well as behaviours aligned to this role. If you are shortlisted you will be provided with full details of the next stages of the selection and assessment process. This may include an individual psychological assessment and a stakeholder /staff engagement exercise. Assessments are scheduled for the weeks commencing 22, 29 September and 6 October however this may be subject to change. Some of the assessments are likely to take place in person, further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates. The other panel members are: Joe Griffin, Permanent Secretary, Scottish Government Jenny Stewart, Non-executive Director, Scottish Government Nicola Richards, Director, People Directorate, Scottish Government TBC Interview Expenses Any travel and subsistence expenses incurred during the selection process are the responsibility of the applicant. Closing date: 7 September 2025 at 23:55. Interviews: w/c 20 October 2025. Timings are subject to change. You will be informed appropriately.
Murray McIntosh is delighted to have partnered with Enginuity, the UK's leading skills charity for engineering and manufacturing, in their search for a Policy Officer. Enginuity works at the intersection of data, policy, and skills development, investing over £2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector - particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. This Policy Officer appointment offers a rare opportunity to support an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, helping to shape the future of the UK's industrial skills landscape. The successful candidate will be joining a growing, forward-looking policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to help shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus for the team in the coming months will be the launch of Enginuity's National Policy Centre - a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the small and medium enterprise market. This high-profile project offers an exciting prospect for new postholders to play a meaningful role in its development and delivery. The Role Reporting to the Policy Manager - Four Nations, the Policy Officer will support Enginuity's growing public affairs and advocacy function, looking at skills across all the UK nations. The role will involve political monitoring, policy research, stakeholder mapping, and drafting briefings and updates that influence policy debates and enhance Enginuity's national profile. Key responsibilities include: Monitoring legislation, consultations, and parliamentary activity across the UK and devolved governments. Producing monthly policy updates and insight briefings for both internal teams and external partners. Supporting responses to key policy developments and government programmes relating to engineering, manufacturing, and skills. Conducting stakeholder mapping and relationship tracking, including parliamentarians and government officials. Assisting with external engagement, including APPGs, roundtables, conferences, and official meetings. Drafting policy materials, briefings, and communications for a range of audiences and channels. Providing logistical and secretariat support for internal and external policy-related meetings. Supporting delivery of projects and events, including international policy exchanges, campaigns, and research. Candidate Profile This role will suit a graduate or early-career professional looking to build experience in policy, advocacy, or public affairs within a high-impact and values-led organisation. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to grasp new topics quickly. The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. A collaborative mindset and confidence engaging with internal and external stakeholders. A passion for education, skills, and making a difference in UK industry. Experience in policy monitoring, stakeholder engagement, or working within the skills, education, or industrial sectors is desirable but not essential. Why Join Enginuity? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing policy team and contribute to meaningful change in the UK's engineering and manufacturing workforce. At Enginuity, you'll: Be part of a mission-led organisation making a national impact. Gain exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-sector policy engagement. Develop your career in public policy within a supportive and ambitious environment. Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture, with strong commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace. Application deadline: Please apply with a copy of your CV and brief summary demonstrating your motivation and suitability for the role. Full right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be offered, and support for relocation isn't possible. Enginuity operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings arranged on a quarterly basis. There may be some additional UK wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all manner of industry and subject.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Murray McIntosh is delighted to have partnered with Enginuity, the UK's leading skills charity for engineering and manufacturing, in their search for a Policy Officer. Enginuity works at the intersection of data, policy, and skills development, investing over £2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector - particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. This Policy Officer appointment offers a rare opportunity to support an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, helping to shape the future of the UK's industrial skills landscape. The successful candidate will be joining a growing, forward-looking policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to help shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus for the team in the coming months will be the launch of Enginuity's National Policy Centre - a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the small and medium enterprise market. This high-profile project offers an exciting prospect for new postholders to play a meaningful role in its development and delivery. The Role Reporting to the Policy Manager - Four Nations, the Policy Officer will support Enginuity's growing public affairs and advocacy function, looking at skills across all the UK nations. The role will involve political monitoring, policy research, stakeholder mapping, and drafting briefings and updates that influence policy debates and enhance Enginuity's national profile. Key responsibilities include: Monitoring legislation, consultations, and parliamentary activity across the UK and devolved governments. Producing monthly policy updates and insight briefings for both internal teams and external partners. Supporting responses to key policy developments and government programmes relating to engineering, manufacturing, and skills. Conducting stakeholder mapping and relationship tracking, including parliamentarians and government officials. Assisting with external engagement, including APPGs, roundtables, conferences, and official meetings. Drafting policy materials, briefings, and communications for a range of audiences and channels. Providing logistical and secretariat support for internal and external policy-related meetings. Supporting delivery of projects and events, including international policy exchanges, campaigns, and research. Candidate Profile This role will suit a graduate or early-career professional looking to build experience in policy, advocacy, or public affairs within a high-impact and values-led organisation. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to grasp new topics quickly. The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. A collaborative mindset and confidence engaging with internal and external stakeholders. A passion for education, skills, and making a difference in UK industry. Experience in policy monitoring, stakeholder engagement, or working within the skills, education, or industrial sectors is desirable but not essential. Why Join Enginuity? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing policy team and contribute to meaningful change in the UK's engineering and manufacturing workforce. At Enginuity, you'll: Be part of a mission-led organisation making a national impact. Gain exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-sector policy engagement. Develop your career in public policy within a supportive and ambitious environment. Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture, with strong commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace. Application deadline: Please apply with a copy of your CV and brief summary demonstrating your motivation and suitability for the role. Full right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be offered, and support for relocation isn't possible. Enginuity operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings arranged on a quarterly basis. There may be some additional UK wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all manner of industry and subject.
Harris Hill has an exciting opportunity, for an experienced Public Affairs and Media Officer, to join an organisation based in central London for approximately 4.5 months, full time, on a hybrid basis with 2dpw in the office. We are looking for a self starter who can work with minimal supervision, helping promote the work to media and politicians to change the view and treatment of people with mental health. You will work within the Public Affairs and Media team on specific projects and campaigns, whilst supporting on other communications needs as they arise. We are looking for a suitable candidate who possesses the following skills and experience. Experience of working in Politics, Policy, or communications. Written for political and media audiences. Understanding of current affairs and political processes. Have worked directly and met politicians. Creative ability Basic knowledge of Social media platforms. Ability to respond to media requests. A full JD and details are available upon request, so if you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please apply ASAP, as the client is wishing to see CV's as they arise. Deadline - Tuesday 2nd September Interview - Wednesday 10th September
Aug 28, 2025
Full time
Harris Hill has an exciting opportunity, for an experienced Public Affairs and Media Officer, to join an organisation based in central London for approximately 4.5 months, full time, on a hybrid basis with 2dpw in the office. We are looking for a self starter who can work with minimal supervision, helping promote the work to media and politicians to change the view and treatment of people with mental health. You will work within the Public Affairs and Media team on specific projects and campaigns, whilst supporting on other communications needs as they arise. We are looking for a suitable candidate who possesses the following skills and experience. Experience of working in Politics, Policy, or communications. Written for political and media audiences. Understanding of current affairs and political processes. Have worked directly and met politicians. Creative ability Basic knowledge of Social media platforms. Ability to respond to media requests. A full JD and details are available upon request, so if you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please apply ASAP, as the client is wishing to see CV's as they arise. Deadline - Tuesday 2nd September Interview - Wednesday 10th September
Murray McIntosh is delighted to have partnered with Enginuity, the UK's leading skills charity for engineering and manufacturing, in their search for a Policy Officer. Enginuity works at the intersection of data, policy, and skills development, investing over 2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector - particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. This Policy Officer appointment offers a rare opportunity to support an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, helping to shape the future of the UK's industrial skills landscape. The successful candidate will be joining a growing, forward-looking policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to help shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus for the team in the coming months will be the launch of Enginuity's National Policy Centre - a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the small and medium enterprise market. This high-profile project offers an exciting prospect for new postholders to play a meaningful role in its development and delivery. The Role Reporting to the Policy Manager - Four Nations, the Policy Officer will support Enginuity's growing public affairs and advocacy function, looking at skills across all the UK nations. The role will involve political monitoring, policy research, stakeholder mapping, and drafting briefings and updates that influence policy debates and enhance Enginuity's national profile. Key responsibilities include: Monitoring legislation, consultations, and parliamentary activity across the UK and devolved governments. Producing monthly policy updates and insight briefings for both internal teams and external partners. Supporting responses to key policy developments and government programmes relating to engineering, manufacturing, and skills. Conducting stakeholder mapping and relationship tracking, including parliamentarians and government officials. Assisting with external engagement, including APPGs, roundtables, conferences, and official meetings. Drafting policy materials, briefings, and communications for a range of audiences and channels. Providing logistical and secretariat support for internal and external policy-related meetings. Supporting delivery of projects and events, including international policy exchanges, campaigns, and research. Candidate Profile This role will suit a graduate or early-career professional looking to build experience in policy, advocacy, or public affairs within a high-impact and values-led organisation. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to grasp new topics quickly. The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. A collaborative mindset and confidence engaging with internal and external stakeholders. A passion for education, skills, and making a difference in UK industry. Experience in policy monitoring, stakeholder engagement, or working within the skills, education, or industrial sectors is desirable but not essential. Why Join Enginuity? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing policy team and contribute to meaningful change in the UK's engineering and manufacturing workforce. At Enginuity, you'll: Be part of a mission-led organisation making a national impact. Gain exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-sector policy engagement. Develop your career in public policy within a supportive and ambitious environment. Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture, with strong commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace. Application deadline: Please apply with a copy of your CV and brief summary demonstrating your motivation and suitability for the role. Full right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be offered, and support for relocation isn't possible. Enginuity operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings arranged on a quarterly basis. There may be some additional UK wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all manner of industry and subject.
Aug 24, 2025
Full time
Murray McIntosh is delighted to have partnered with Enginuity, the UK's leading skills charity for engineering and manufacturing, in their search for a Policy Officer. Enginuity works at the intersection of data, policy, and skills development, investing over 2 million annually to tackle barriers to entry and progression in the sector - particularly for underrepresented and disadvantaged groups. This Policy Officer appointment offers a rare opportunity to support an influential policy and public affairs function within a mission-driven organisation, helping to shape the future of the UK's industrial skills landscape. The successful candidate will be joining a growing, forward-looking policy team at a formative moment, with the opportunity to help shape its direction and culture from the ground up. A key focus for the team in the coming months will be the launch of Enginuity's National Policy Centre - a collaborative space for beneficiaries and stakeholders in the small and medium enterprise market. This high-profile project offers an exciting prospect for new postholders to play a meaningful role in its development and delivery. The Role Reporting to the Policy Manager - Four Nations, the Policy Officer will support Enginuity's growing public affairs and advocacy function, looking at skills across all the UK nations. The role will involve political monitoring, policy research, stakeholder mapping, and drafting briefings and updates that influence policy debates and enhance Enginuity's national profile. Key responsibilities include: Monitoring legislation, consultations, and parliamentary activity across the UK and devolved governments. Producing monthly policy updates and insight briefings for both internal teams and external partners. Supporting responses to key policy developments and government programmes relating to engineering, manufacturing, and skills. Conducting stakeholder mapping and relationship tracking, including parliamentarians and government officials. Assisting with external engagement, including APPGs, roundtables, conferences, and official meetings. Drafting policy materials, briefings, and communications for a range of audiences and channels. Providing logistical and secretariat support for internal and external policy-related meetings. Supporting delivery of projects and events, including international policy exchanges, campaigns, and research. Candidate Profile This role will suit a graduate or early-career professional looking to build experience in policy, advocacy, or public affairs within a high-impact and values-led organisation. The successful candidate will demonstrate: A degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to grasp new topics quickly. The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise work in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. A collaborative mindset and confidence engaging with internal and external stakeholders. A passion for education, skills, and making a difference in UK industry. Experience in policy monitoring, stakeholder engagement, or working within the skills, education, or industrial sectors is desirable but not essential. Why Join Enginuity? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing policy team and contribute to meaningful change in the UK's engineering and manufacturing workforce. At Enginuity, you'll: Be part of a mission-led organisation making a national impact. Gain exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-sector policy engagement. Develop your career in public policy within a supportive and ambitious environment. Be part of a flexible, employee-centric culture, with strong commitment to an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace. Application deadline: Please apply with a copy of your CV and brief summary demonstrating your motivation and suitability for the role. Full right to work in the UK is required. Unfortunately, sponsorship cannot be offered, and support for relocation isn't possible. Enginuity operates on a remote basis, with whole team meetings arranged on a quarterly basis. There may be some additional UK wide travel for events and stakeholder engagement. Murray McIntosh is proud to be an equal opportunities employer on behalf of their clients. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. Murray McIntosh is a specialist Policy, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications and Economics recruitment consultancy, recruiting positions at all levels and across all sectors. Our team boasts over 20 years of experience in this space, with expertise spanning all manner of industry and subject.
Loyola Catholic MN posted on Wed, Jul 02 Apply until: 2025-07-31 Loyola Catholic School in Mankato, MN is seeking a full-time President (Superintendent) for the school year. Position Overview The President's primary purpose is to provide leadership to the school to achieve the mission leading through faith, academic excellence, and service. The President is the Chief Executive Officer of the school and has the general charge and control of its personnel and budget, of its educational and advancement programs, of its business affairs, and of its facilities. He or she provides energetic, positive leadership and direction to Loyola Catholic School. Through exemplary communication as well as interpersonal and public speaking skills, this person serves as the visible face of Loyola. The President is a practicing Catholic, rooted in Gospel values who functions as the school's spiritual and instructional leader in accordance with the Diocese of Winona - Rochester and Loyola Catholic School. The President leads all stakeholders which includes teachers, staff, and parents in responding to the academic, religious, spiritual and social needs of the student body. Must be practicing Catholic and be willing to sign the Christian Witness Statement Must have a minimum of a Master's Degree in education and Administrative Licensure with a preference of having a Specialist degree in Education or a Superintendent's license Must be certified by the Minnesota Department of Education Must have a minimum of five years of teaching experience To Apply: Loyola Catholic School is committed to a child-safe environment, all applicants are required to authorize a background check and attend VIRTUS "Protecting God's Children" training. Accepting applications through July 31, 2025. Compensation& Benefits: Salary of $90,000-$110,000 depending on experience and education, plus benefits.
Aug 21, 2025
Full time
Loyola Catholic MN posted on Wed, Jul 02 Apply until: 2025-07-31 Loyola Catholic School in Mankato, MN is seeking a full-time President (Superintendent) for the school year. Position Overview The President's primary purpose is to provide leadership to the school to achieve the mission leading through faith, academic excellence, and service. The President is the Chief Executive Officer of the school and has the general charge and control of its personnel and budget, of its educational and advancement programs, of its business affairs, and of its facilities. He or she provides energetic, positive leadership and direction to Loyola Catholic School. Through exemplary communication as well as interpersonal and public speaking skills, this person serves as the visible face of Loyola. The President is a practicing Catholic, rooted in Gospel values who functions as the school's spiritual and instructional leader in accordance with the Diocese of Winona - Rochester and Loyola Catholic School. The President leads all stakeholders which includes teachers, staff, and parents in responding to the academic, religious, spiritual and social needs of the student body. Must be practicing Catholic and be willing to sign the Christian Witness Statement Must have a minimum of a Master's Degree in education and Administrative Licensure with a preference of having a Specialist degree in Education or a Superintendent's license Must be certified by the Minnesota Department of Education Must have a minimum of five years of teaching experience To Apply: Loyola Catholic School is committed to a child-safe environment, all applicants are required to authorize a background check and attend VIRTUS "Protecting God's Children" training. Accepting applications through July 31, 2025. Compensation& Benefits: Salary of $90,000-$110,000 depending on experience and education, plus benefits.
We are looking for an Education Policy Officer, who will also act as a University Liaison, to join the policy and public affairs team of a leading national association for eye care providers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about promoting high-quality education and training in the field of healthcare. This role would suit someone who is proactive, able to build relationships, and keen to foster collaboration among various stakeholders in a leading healthcare association. Key Responsibilities Acting as a liaison point between trustees of the association, senior staff, optometric universities, and senior training staff in major optical companies Collaborating with the Head of Policy and Public Affairs, undertaking policy projects related to the education and training of the primary eye care workforce Providing secretarial support, coordinating meetings, ensuring effective functioning, and following up on agreed outcomes and actions Organisation and management of designated team members Maintaining confidentiality in a commercial environment, handling personal data with extreme care Key Requirements High attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders Ability to organise and support meetings, prepare agendas, brief chairs, take notes, and ensure actions are completed within deadlines Some experience of policy development preferably in the education or healthcare sector Analytical aptitude with a view of making informed decisions Driven to engage in a collaborative environment with the ability to work effectively in teams and achieve common objectives
Aug 20, 2025
Full time
We are looking for an Education Policy Officer, who will also act as a University Liaison, to join the policy and public affairs team of a leading national association for eye care providers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about promoting high-quality education and training in the field of healthcare. This role would suit someone who is proactive, able to build relationships, and keen to foster collaboration among various stakeholders in a leading healthcare association. Key Responsibilities Acting as a liaison point between trustees of the association, senior staff, optometric universities, and senior training staff in major optical companies Collaborating with the Head of Policy and Public Affairs, undertaking policy projects related to the education and training of the primary eye care workforce Providing secretarial support, coordinating meetings, ensuring effective functioning, and following up on agreed outcomes and actions Organisation and management of designated team members Maintaining confidentiality in a commercial environment, handling personal data with extreme care Key Requirements High attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders Ability to organise and support meetings, prepare agendas, brief chairs, take notes, and ensure actions are completed within deadlines Some experience of policy development preferably in the education or healthcare sector Analytical aptitude with a view of making informed decisions Driven to engage in a collaborative environment with the ability to work effectively in teams and achieve common objectives
Up to £14.86 per hour + Paid holidays and pension scheme Temporary Public Sector Administration Role suitable for someone with a financial background Temporary contract till the middle of September 2026, or for 12 months from start date Brook Street are currently recruiting for a Compliance Team member, Executive Officer level, to work for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, DEFRA, based in either Peterborough, Newcastle Upon Tyne or Reading. Full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9 - 5, can be flexible to a certain degree. Office based for the training, then moving on to 3 days a week in the office. This could increase, as required, for further training or if the business needs dictates. Possible travel between sites on a few occasions. No parking on any of the sites. Location- Lancaster House, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Quay House, Peterborough or Northgate House, Reading Rate of pay £14.86/hr Temporary contract till mid-September 2026 About The Role: This role sits in the Financial Compliance Team delivering compliance activities across a number of entities within the Defra Group. This includes Single Operating Platfrom (SOP) expense claims, Government Procurement Card (GPC) expenditure, as well as against key government framework contracts including train spend and temporary staff costs. Ensuring compliance with internal and external policies eg HMRC tax rules and reporting and HM Treasury's (HMT) Managing Public Money (MPM). It enables identification of cases of potential fraud, error, reputational damage and risk to the business, including risk management of transaction data published under the Government's transparency agenda. Main responsibilities will include but not be limited to: - Carrying out compliance audits to agreed targets Liaising as required with employees and subject matter experts to investigate and resolve queries Provide guidance and instruction to the business area and/or individuals, including Travel and Subsistence (T&S) claims as well as other business expenses Managing overpayments and seeking reimbursement Ensure the consistent and fair application of the departmental policies within the team's remit Respond to queries from Core Defra staff in relation to the travel and subsistence policy and the government procurement card policy Identify and report suspicious transactions Support staff to complete their expense claims or card reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner Support the processing of new procurement card applications Making changes to procurement card controls in line with the agreed policy Supporting staff to raise requisitions to purchase goods or services Providing advice to staff on our Purchase to Pay systems, processes and policies Performing assurance checks on supplier maintenance forms Support our housekeeping process on invoices, purchase orders, and suppliers Under the government's transparency agenda, prepare various transparency data sets for first review and liaise with stakeholders and customers to resolve any queries and discrepancies, ready for publication on GOV.UK Monitoring team mailboxes and allocate queries appropriately Skills Required: Excellent customer service, confident to operate at all levels and be able to escalate to senior colleagues, where appropriate Be able to work independently and as part of a team Effective time management, with experience of working to tight deadlines Excellent written and verbal skills Computer literate in Microsoft suite applications, such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint Attention to detail and use own initiative Data entry and analysis - extracting data from reports Full training will given but you must have full working knowledge of Microsoft products, especially Excel. Candidates applying must be able to pass a clear Basic DBS check and provide proof of Right to Work in the UK. You will also need to provide either reference details and/or evidence for education etc for the last 3 years. The interviews will take place via Teams and you will be expected to demonstrate how your skills match those required and answer one or two competency based questions, see behaviours below. Behaviours Seeing the Big Picture Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Working Together So, if you are looking for a glimpse into the world of the Public Sector, then this could be the opportunity for you. Please apply online with your current CV in WORD format. Due to the high number of applications we receive it may not be possible to respond to all applications Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group. Looking to recruit? Find the perfect hire Want a career at Brook Street? Join our team
Aug 10, 2025
Full time
Up to £14.86 per hour + Paid holidays and pension scheme Temporary Public Sector Administration Role suitable for someone with a financial background Temporary contract till the middle of September 2026, or for 12 months from start date Brook Street are currently recruiting for a Compliance Team member, Executive Officer level, to work for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, DEFRA, based in either Peterborough, Newcastle Upon Tyne or Reading. Full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9 - 5, can be flexible to a certain degree. Office based for the training, then moving on to 3 days a week in the office. This could increase, as required, for further training or if the business needs dictates. Possible travel between sites on a few occasions. No parking on any of the sites. Location- Lancaster House, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Quay House, Peterborough or Northgate House, Reading Rate of pay £14.86/hr Temporary contract till mid-September 2026 About The Role: This role sits in the Financial Compliance Team delivering compliance activities across a number of entities within the Defra Group. This includes Single Operating Platfrom (SOP) expense claims, Government Procurement Card (GPC) expenditure, as well as against key government framework contracts including train spend and temporary staff costs. Ensuring compliance with internal and external policies eg HMRC tax rules and reporting and HM Treasury's (HMT) Managing Public Money (MPM). It enables identification of cases of potential fraud, error, reputational damage and risk to the business, including risk management of transaction data published under the Government's transparency agenda. Main responsibilities will include but not be limited to: - Carrying out compliance audits to agreed targets Liaising as required with employees and subject matter experts to investigate and resolve queries Provide guidance and instruction to the business area and/or individuals, including Travel and Subsistence (T&S) claims as well as other business expenses Managing overpayments and seeking reimbursement Ensure the consistent and fair application of the departmental policies within the team's remit Respond to queries from Core Defra staff in relation to the travel and subsistence policy and the government procurement card policy Identify and report suspicious transactions Support staff to complete their expense claims or card reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner Support the processing of new procurement card applications Making changes to procurement card controls in line with the agreed policy Supporting staff to raise requisitions to purchase goods or services Providing advice to staff on our Purchase to Pay systems, processes and policies Performing assurance checks on supplier maintenance forms Support our housekeeping process on invoices, purchase orders, and suppliers Under the government's transparency agenda, prepare various transparency data sets for first review and liaise with stakeholders and customers to resolve any queries and discrepancies, ready for publication on GOV.UK Monitoring team mailboxes and allocate queries appropriately Skills Required: Excellent customer service, confident to operate at all levels and be able to escalate to senior colleagues, where appropriate Be able to work independently and as part of a team Effective time management, with experience of working to tight deadlines Excellent written and verbal skills Computer literate in Microsoft suite applications, such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint Attention to detail and use own initiative Data entry and analysis - extracting data from reports Full training will given but you must have full working knowledge of Microsoft products, especially Excel. Candidates applying must be able to pass a clear Basic DBS check and provide proof of Right to Work in the UK. You will also need to provide either reference details and/or evidence for education etc for the last 3 years. The interviews will take place via Teams and you will be expected to demonstrate how your skills match those required and answer one or two competency based questions, see behaviours below. Behaviours Seeing the Big Picture Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Working Together So, if you are looking for a glimpse into the world of the Public Sector, then this could be the opportunity for you. Please apply online with your current CV in WORD format. Due to the high number of applications we receive it may not be possible to respond to all applications Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group. Looking to recruit? Find the perfect hire Want a career at Brook Street? Join our team
Up to £14.86 per hour + Paid holidays and pension scheme Temporary Public Sector Administration Role suitable for someone with a financial background Temporary contract till the middle of September 2026, or for 12 months from start date Brook Street are currently recruiting for a Compliance Team member, Executive Officer level, to work for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, DEFRA, based in either Peterborough, Newcastle Upon Tyne or Reading. Full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9 - 5, can be flexible to a certain degree. Office based for the training, then moving on to 3 days a week in the office. This could increase, as required, for further training or if the business needs dictates. Possible travel between sites on a few occasions. No parking on any of the sites. Location- Lancaster House, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Quay House, Peterborough or Northgate House, Reading Rate of pay £14.86/hr Temporary contract till mid-September 2026 About The Role: This role sits in the Financial Compliance Team delivering compliance activities across a number of entities within the Defra Group. This includes Single Operating Platfrom (SOP) expense claims, Government Procurement Card (GPC) expenditure, as well as against key government framework contracts including train spend and temporary staff costs. Ensuring compliance with internal and external policies eg HMRC tax rules and reporting and HM Treasury's (HMT) Managing Public Money (MPM). It enables identification of cases of potential fraud, error, reputational damage and risk to the business, including risk management of transaction data published under the Government's transparency agenda. Main responsibilities will include but not be limited to: - Carrying out compliance audits to agreed targets Liaising as required with employees and subject matter experts to investigate and resolve queries Provide guidance and instruction to the business area and/or individuals, including Travel and Subsistence (T&S) claims as well as other business expenses Managing overpayments and seeking reimbursement Ensure the consistent and fair application of the departmental policies within the team's remit Respond to queries from Core Defra staff in relation to the travel and subsistence policy and the government procurement card policy Identify and report suspicious transactions Support staff to complete their expense claims or card reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner Support the processing of new procurement card applications Making changes to procurement card controls in line with the agreed policy Supporting staff to raise requisitions to purchase goods or services Providing advice to staff on our Purchase to Pay systems, processes and policies Performing assurance checks on supplier maintenance forms Support our housekeeping process on invoices, purchase orders, and suppliers Under the government's transparency agenda, prepare various transparency data sets for first review and liaise with stakeholders and customers to resolve any queries and discrepancies, ready for publication on GOV.UK Monitoring team mailboxes and allocate queries appropriately Skills Required: Excellent customer service, confident to operate at all levels and be able to escalate to senior colleagues, where appropriate Be able to work independently and as part of a team Effective time management, with experience of working to tight deadlines Excellent written and verbal skills Computer literate in Microsoft suite applications, such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint Attention to detail and use own initiative Data entry and analysis - extracting data from reports Full training will given but you must have full working knowledge of Microsoft products, especially Excel. Candidates applying must be able to pass a clear Basic DBS check and provide proof of Right to Work in the UK. You will also need to provide either reference details and/or evidence for education etc for the last 3 years. The interviews will take place via Teams and you will be expected to demonstrate how your skills match those required and answer one or two competency based questions, see behaviours below. Behaviours Seeing the Big Picture Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Working Together So, if you are looking for a glimpse into the world of the Public Sector, then this could be the opportunity for you. Please apply online with your current CV in WORD format. Due to the high number of applications we receive it may not be possible to respond to all applications Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group. Looking to recruit? Find the perfect hire Want a career at Brook Street? Join our team
Aug 10, 2025
Full time
Up to £14.86 per hour + Paid holidays and pension scheme Temporary Public Sector Administration Role suitable for someone with a financial background Temporary contract till the middle of September 2026, or for 12 months from start date Brook Street are currently recruiting for a Compliance Team member, Executive Officer level, to work for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, DEFRA, based in either Peterborough, Newcastle Upon Tyne or Reading. Full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9 - 5, can be flexible to a certain degree. Office based for the training, then moving on to 3 days a week in the office. This could increase, as required, for further training or if the business needs dictates. Possible travel between sites on a few occasions. No parking on any of the sites. Location- Lancaster House, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Quay House, Peterborough or Northgate House, Reading Rate of pay £14.86/hr Temporary contract till mid-September 2026 About The Role: This role sits in the Financial Compliance Team delivering compliance activities across a number of entities within the Defra Group. This includes Single Operating Platfrom (SOP) expense claims, Government Procurement Card (GPC) expenditure, as well as against key government framework contracts including train spend and temporary staff costs. Ensuring compliance with internal and external policies eg HMRC tax rules and reporting and HM Treasury's (HMT) Managing Public Money (MPM). It enables identification of cases of potential fraud, error, reputational damage and risk to the business, including risk management of transaction data published under the Government's transparency agenda. Main responsibilities will include but not be limited to: - Carrying out compliance audits to agreed targets Liaising as required with employees and subject matter experts to investigate and resolve queries Provide guidance and instruction to the business area and/or individuals, including Travel and Subsistence (T&S) claims as well as other business expenses Managing overpayments and seeking reimbursement Ensure the consistent and fair application of the departmental policies within the team's remit Respond to queries from Core Defra staff in relation to the travel and subsistence policy and the government procurement card policy Identify and report suspicious transactions Support staff to complete their expense claims or card reconciliations in an accurate and timely manner Support the processing of new procurement card applications Making changes to procurement card controls in line with the agreed policy Supporting staff to raise requisitions to purchase goods or services Providing advice to staff on our Purchase to Pay systems, processes and policies Performing assurance checks on supplier maintenance forms Support our housekeeping process on invoices, purchase orders, and suppliers Under the government's transparency agenda, prepare various transparency data sets for first review and liaise with stakeholders and customers to resolve any queries and discrepancies, ready for publication on GOV.UK Monitoring team mailboxes and allocate queries appropriately Skills Required: Excellent customer service, confident to operate at all levels and be able to escalate to senior colleagues, where appropriate Be able to work independently and as part of a team Effective time management, with experience of working to tight deadlines Excellent written and verbal skills Computer literate in Microsoft suite applications, such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint Attention to detail and use own initiative Data entry and analysis - extracting data from reports Full training will given but you must have full working knowledge of Microsoft products, especially Excel. Candidates applying must be able to pass a clear Basic DBS check and provide proof of Right to Work in the UK. You will also need to provide either reference details and/or evidence for education etc for the last 3 years. The interviews will take place via Teams and you will be expected to demonstrate how your skills match those required and answer one or two competency based questions, see behaviours below. Behaviours Seeing the Big Picture Communicating and Influencing Managing a Quality Service Working Together So, if you are looking for a glimpse into the world of the Public Sector, then this could be the opportunity for you. Please apply online with your current CV in WORD format. Due to the high number of applications we receive it may not be possible to respond to all applications Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group. Looking to recruit? Find the perfect hire Want a career at Brook Street? Join our team
Sales and Commercial Director - idverde UK Sales and Commercial Director - Environmental Business Services Highly Attractive Salary and Benefits Package Location: Ideally South Midlands but flexible hybrid working within the UK with regular travel Do you have a track record of delivering sales growth and commercial success in the public and private sectors? Are you an experienced leader, committed to inspiring, coaching and motivating your team? Do you want to help protect the natural environment for future generations? i dverde are the European leader in green services and nature-based solutions to the public and private sectors. As they embark on the next stage of strategic growth, they are seeking a dynamic Sales and Commercial Director to lead, inspire, and transform their sales and commercial teams. The Company Providing nature-based, award-winning, sustainable and environmentally friendly services including landscaping, arboriculture, sport turf management, green rooftops, snow removal and gritting, i dverde are committed to help their clients achieve their environmental and sustainability goals. They create accessible outdoor spaces and promote wildlife conservation. i dverde are present in 6 countries with 7,000 employees, generating revenues of €900M and over 20% annual growth since 2018. With the focus of operations in the UK, they have 4,000 employees and 140 depots in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, with the following 4 main brands; i dverde : Grounds maintenance and landscape creation plantscape : Self-watering planters and planting playforce : Children's play area equipment icewatch : Winter weather services The Role As Sales and Commercial Director i dverde UK, you will: Expand Private Sector Growth: Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities, clients, and partnerships. Collaborate with the operational teams to craft tailored commercial proposals that meet market needs. Transform and grow Public Sector Business: Maintain and nurture strong relationships with public sector clients while introducing new products and services. Pitch for new opportunities, optimize pricing models, and enhance profitability. Lead & Inspire: Build and mentor high-performing Sales and Commercial teams, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and entrepreneurship, shaping their capability to deliver accelerated performance, growth, and profits. Drive Market Excellence: Stay ahead of market trends, conduct competitor analysis, and build key industry partnerships. Monitor new legislation and regulation to identify opportunities and mitigate potential risks. Manage Commercial Success: Oversee P&L management, ensuring effective cost control, margin improvement, and accurate forecasting to drive financial success. Shape Marketing Strategy: Collaborate with the Corporate Affairs team to craft a targeted marketing strategy that optimizes use of available resources, drives lead generation and strengthens corporate reputation. Champion Culture & Vision: As a trusted and active member of the leadership team, embody the organisation's culture, vision and values. Build strong internal relationships and foster cross-functional collaboration to drive overall commercial success. Reports to Chief Executive Officer - UK Rewards The role enjoys a highly competitive salary package, including a performance bonus, car allowance, healthcare, and flexible benefits. You'll be joining a company with a vibrant, forward-thinking culture that values innovation and high performance. The Ideal Candidate Personal attributes Strategic Acumen: Proven ability to create and execute successful sales and commercial strategies in both the public and private sectors. Business Development Expertise: A track record of identifying and capturing growth opportunities that drive profitability. Commercial & Financial Insight: Deep commercial and financial understanding, with a focus on business and marketing principles. Client Relationship Mastery: Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to build trust and foster long-term partnerships. Leadership Skills: Experience leading, mentoring, and developing teams, with a focus on capability building and people management. Operational Excellence: Strong organisational and multi-tasking abilities, with an eye for detail and a passion for problem-solving. Influencing & Negotiation: Superior communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to spot opportunities and close deals P&L Management: Experience in managing P&L, ensuring sustainable growth and financial health. Experience & Skills Proven track record of driving profitable sales and commercial success. Experience working within or selling to both public and private sectors. Strong leadership and team-building experience, developing capability, and dealing with all aspects of people management. P&L management expertise and a thorough understanding of commercial contracts. Ability to drive change through visionary leadership. When applying please quote the code HF 188
Jul 15, 2025
Full time
Sales and Commercial Director - idverde UK Sales and Commercial Director - Environmental Business Services Highly Attractive Salary and Benefits Package Location: Ideally South Midlands but flexible hybrid working within the UK with regular travel Do you have a track record of delivering sales growth and commercial success in the public and private sectors? Are you an experienced leader, committed to inspiring, coaching and motivating your team? Do you want to help protect the natural environment for future generations? i dverde are the European leader in green services and nature-based solutions to the public and private sectors. As they embark on the next stage of strategic growth, they are seeking a dynamic Sales and Commercial Director to lead, inspire, and transform their sales and commercial teams. The Company Providing nature-based, award-winning, sustainable and environmentally friendly services including landscaping, arboriculture, sport turf management, green rooftops, snow removal and gritting, i dverde are committed to help their clients achieve their environmental and sustainability goals. They create accessible outdoor spaces and promote wildlife conservation. i dverde are present in 6 countries with 7,000 employees, generating revenues of €900M and over 20% annual growth since 2018. With the focus of operations in the UK, they have 4,000 employees and 140 depots in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, with the following 4 main brands; i dverde : Grounds maintenance and landscape creation plantscape : Self-watering planters and planting playforce : Children's play area equipment icewatch : Winter weather services The Role As Sales and Commercial Director i dverde UK, you will: Expand Private Sector Growth: Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities, clients, and partnerships. Collaborate with the operational teams to craft tailored commercial proposals that meet market needs. Transform and grow Public Sector Business: Maintain and nurture strong relationships with public sector clients while introducing new products and services. Pitch for new opportunities, optimize pricing models, and enhance profitability. Lead & Inspire: Build and mentor high-performing Sales and Commercial teams, fostering a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and entrepreneurship, shaping their capability to deliver accelerated performance, growth, and profits. Drive Market Excellence: Stay ahead of market trends, conduct competitor analysis, and build key industry partnerships. Monitor new legislation and regulation to identify opportunities and mitigate potential risks. Manage Commercial Success: Oversee P&L management, ensuring effective cost control, margin improvement, and accurate forecasting to drive financial success. Shape Marketing Strategy: Collaborate with the Corporate Affairs team to craft a targeted marketing strategy that optimizes use of available resources, drives lead generation and strengthens corporate reputation. Champion Culture & Vision: As a trusted and active member of the leadership team, embody the organisation's culture, vision and values. Build strong internal relationships and foster cross-functional collaboration to drive overall commercial success. Reports to Chief Executive Officer - UK Rewards The role enjoys a highly competitive salary package, including a performance bonus, car allowance, healthcare, and flexible benefits. You'll be joining a company with a vibrant, forward-thinking culture that values innovation and high performance. The Ideal Candidate Personal attributes Strategic Acumen: Proven ability to create and execute successful sales and commercial strategies in both the public and private sectors. Business Development Expertise: A track record of identifying and capturing growth opportunities that drive profitability. Commercial & Financial Insight: Deep commercial and financial understanding, with a focus on business and marketing principles. Client Relationship Mastery: Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to build trust and foster long-term partnerships. Leadership Skills: Experience leading, mentoring, and developing teams, with a focus on capability building and people management. Operational Excellence: Strong organisational and multi-tasking abilities, with an eye for detail and a passion for problem-solving. Influencing & Negotiation: Superior communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to spot opportunities and close deals P&L Management: Experience in managing P&L, ensuring sustainable growth and financial health. Experience & Skills Proven track record of driving profitable sales and commercial success. Experience working within or selling to both public and private sectors. Strong leadership and team-building experience, developing capability, and dealing with all aspects of people management. P&L management expertise and a thorough understanding of commercial contracts. Ability to drive change through visionary leadership. When applying please quote the code HF 188
Job Description The role Reporting to the Client and Market Development Senior Manager - Real Estate and based in London, this role will work to promote the firm's Real Estate capability, (which in the London practice includes the Real Estate, Construction, Planning, Environment and ESG teams, ("Real Estate" . This position presents an excellent opportunity for the Senior Executive to explore every aspect of client and market development in a high performing professional services environment working closely with multiple senior stakeholders to deliver tangible results. Our Client & Market Development function ("C&MD") is pivotal in making the Firm's vision a reality. C&MD teams work strategically with our Global Business Units - all with the same vision "to be the global law firm of choice for the world's leading businesses of today and tomorrow". Clifford Chance's Real Estate Team is differentiated from the rest of the legal market through its focus on real estate as an industry. Our global real estate team advises on high value, complex real estate matters for a range of international and domestic clients, including corporate real estate, development, real estate finance, high-level tax and funds. Our Real Global Estate Practice is widely acknowledged as a market leader for its innovative and complex work. What you will be responsible for You will be responsible for supporting and advising partners, counsel and associates to undertake business and client development activities in a focused manner, embracing best practice to assist them in growing their business and relationships with clients. The role will support the Global Real Estate Practice including London and given our go to market strategy will work closely with the Associate Manager supporting the Global Real Estate Sector. What you will do This broad and varied role covers client account management, client listening, new business development, sales support as well as working across the full marketing mix including digital marketing and events. Given the importance of real estate as an asset class for our clients the role frequently involves the facilitation and co-ordination across multiple sectors, practices and offices throughout our global network. Client, Product and Sector Focus Supporting the local London and broader global client programme for Real Estate including managing several key client accounts and working closely with the relevant Strategic Account Managers. Contributing to the Firm's sector programme and initiatives. Client and target research and strategic client reporting. Supporting on the development of key strategic products/asset classes which have been identified as growth areas for Real Estate. Coaching Real Estate associates (and secretaries where required) on BD tools/ techniques and best practice. Accountability to improve client focus and sector focus activities in real estate. New Business development Opportunity spotting and horizon scanning. Taking a hands-on approach to supporting new business development including pitches. This includes qualifying opportunities (go/no go), client and market research, coaching partners and associates on effective pitch presentation, pitch tracking and pitch win/loss reviews. Developing standard capability statements, other collateral and managing the pitch infrastructure for Global Real Estate, including the use of Foundation. Marketing communications Pro-actively raising the profile of the Real Estate practice and individuals, identifying opportunities that complement the overall business development objectives for Real Estate as part of its go to market strategy. Developing and executing Thought Leadership campaigns. Capturing and publicising all major deals and transactional work both internally and externally including on social media. Supporting the development of Global Real Estate's digital marketing and social media strategy including website, LinkedIn and podcasts. Working with the External Communications Team and the C&MD Senior Manager on PR opportunities, press enquiries, press releases and wider campaigns. Assisting the C&MD Senior Manager in assessing and developing sponsorship opportunities for the Real Estate Practice. Planning and managing client events in conjunction with the Global Events Team. Managing the submission process for directories and awards including drafting submissions. Managing marketing communication activities through the firm's CRM database (InterAction). Working with C&MD professionals in the other Practice Areas, Sectors, and the Brand, Communications and Public Affairs team, to manage the production of marketing communication materials and ensure the currency and consistency of these materials. Supporting and developing both London Real Estate and Global Real Estate internal communications programme. Developing content and coordinating the maintenance of the internet and intranet sites for Real Estate in conjunction with the Digital Marketing Team and the Real Estate Knowledge & Information Officer. Product Knowledge Actively developing and maintaining a working understanding of the products marketed across the Global Real Estate Practice and Global Real Estate Sector and how they fit within the firm's offering and the wider market. Spotting trends and developing collateral and communications to promote these internally and externally. Sharing product knowledge across the Global Real Estate C&MD team and the Global C&MD team particularly in relation to client development and pitches. Qualifications Your experience You will have strong business development experience ideally gained from a professional services firm; legal experience is desirable. Knowledge of the real estate market is highly desirable. A proven track record in relationship building at all levels is necessary. Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills combined with good judgement, a meticulous attention to detail and an enthusiasm to learn. Proven sales support experience; client account management; marketing communications; and design experience. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to think creatively and combine hands-on execution of business development tactics with a clear understanding of strategy. You will be a self-starter and be able to demonstrate your success in sales support and coaching fee earners. You will bring a creative outlook and excellent project management skills as well as being a good team player. You will have excellent organisation skills and be able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines. You will need to be flexible and have a positive and robust attitude to pressure. Proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems such InterAction is highly desirable. How we will support you From your first day with us, you will have varied opportunities to continuously grow and development your skills and knowledge. From formal training, informal coaching and mentoring through to skills-based and technical training and on the job learning. Company Description Who we are We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm's global standards with in-depth local expertise. Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That's why we're so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work. You'll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they've reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that's possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you'll find across all of our teams. Whichever area of the business you join, you'll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet. Additional Information Equal opportunities At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment. We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement. Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity . click apply for full job details
Jul 12, 2025
Full time
Job Description The role Reporting to the Client and Market Development Senior Manager - Real Estate and based in London, this role will work to promote the firm's Real Estate capability, (which in the London practice includes the Real Estate, Construction, Planning, Environment and ESG teams, ("Real Estate" . This position presents an excellent opportunity for the Senior Executive to explore every aspect of client and market development in a high performing professional services environment working closely with multiple senior stakeholders to deliver tangible results. Our Client & Market Development function ("C&MD") is pivotal in making the Firm's vision a reality. C&MD teams work strategically with our Global Business Units - all with the same vision "to be the global law firm of choice for the world's leading businesses of today and tomorrow". Clifford Chance's Real Estate Team is differentiated from the rest of the legal market through its focus on real estate as an industry. Our global real estate team advises on high value, complex real estate matters for a range of international and domestic clients, including corporate real estate, development, real estate finance, high-level tax and funds. Our Real Global Estate Practice is widely acknowledged as a market leader for its innovative and complex work. What you will be responsible for You will be responsible for supporting and advising partners, counsel and associates to undertake business and client development activities in a focused manner, embracing best practice to assist them in growing their business and relationships with clients. The role will support the Global Real Estate Practice including London and given our go to market strategy will work closely with the Associate Manager supporting the Global Real Estate Sector. What you will do This broad and varied role covers client account management, client listening, new business development, sales support as well as working across the full marketing mix including digital marketing and events. Given the importance of real estate as an asset class for our clients the role frequently involves the facilitation and co-ordination across multiple sectors, practices and offices throughout our global network. Client, Product and Sector Focus Supporting the local London and broader global client programme for Real Estate including managing several key client accounts and working closely with the relevant Strategic Account Managers. Contributing to the Firm's sector programme and initiatives. Client and target research and strategic client reporting. Supporting on the development of key strategic products/asset classes which have been identified as growth areas for Real Estate. Coaching Real Estate associates (and secretaries where required) on BD tools/ techniques and best practice. Accountability to improve client focus and sector focus activities in real estate. New Business development Opportunity spotting and horizon scanning. Taking a hands-on approach to supporting new business development including pitches. This includes qualifying opportunities (go/no go), client and market research, coaching partners and associates on effective pitch presentation, pitch tracking and pitch win/loss reviews. Developing standard capability statements, other collateral and managing the pitch infrastructure for Global Real Estate, including the use of Foundation. Marketing communications Pro-actively raising the profile of the Real Estate practice and individuals, identifying opportunities that complement the overall business development objectives for Real Estate as part of its go to market strategy. Developing and executing Thought Leadership campaigns. Capturing and publicising all major deals and transactional work both internally and externally including on social media. Supporting the development of Global Real Estate's digital marketing and social media strategy including website, LinkedIn and podcasts. Working with the External Communications Team and the C&MD Senior Manager on PR opportunities, press enquiries, press releases and wider campaigns. Assisting the C&MD Senior Manager in assessing and developing sponsorship opportunities for the Real Estate Practice. Planning and managing client events in conjunction with the Global Events Team. Managing the submission process for directories and awards including drafting submissions. Managing marketing communication activities through the firm's CRM database (InterAction). Working with C&MD professionals in the other Practice Areas, Sectors, and the Brand, Communications and Public Affairs team, to manage the production of marketing communication materials and ensure the currency and consistency of these materials. Supporting and developing both London Real Estate and Global Real Estate internal communications programme. Developing content and coordinating the maintenance of the internet and intranet sites for Real Estate in conjunction with the Digital Marketing Team and the Real Estate Knowledge & Information Officer. Product Knowledge Actively developing and maintaining a working understanding of the products marketed across the Global Real Estate Practice and Global Real Estate Sector and how they fit within the firm's offering and the wider market. Spotting trends and developing collateral and communications to promote these internally and externally. Sharing product knowledge across the Global Real Estate C&MD team and the Global C&MD team particularly in relation to client development and pitches. Qualifications Your experience You will have strong business development experience ideally gained from a professional services firm; legal experience is desirable. Knowledge of the real estate market is highly desirable. A proven track record in relationship building at all levels is necessary. Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills combined with good judgement, a meticulous attention to detail and an enthusiasm to learn. Proven sales support experience; client account management; marketing communications; and design experience. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to think creatively and combine hands-on execution of business development tactics with a clear understanding of strategy. You will be a self-starter and be able to demonstrate your success in sales support and coaching fee earners. You will bring a creative outlook and excellent project management skills as well as being a good team player. You will have excellent organisation skills and be able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines. You will need to be flexible and have a positive and robust attitude to pressure. Proficiency in MS Office and CRM systems such InterAction is highly desirable. How we will support you From your first day with us, you will have varied opportunities to continuously grow and development your skills and knowledge. From formal training, informal coaching and mentoring through to skills-based and technical training and on the job learning. Company Description Who we are We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm's global standards with in-depth local expertise. Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That's why we're so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work. You'll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they've reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that's possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you'll find across all of our teams. Whichever area of the business you join, you'll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet. Additional Information Equal opportunities At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment. We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement. Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity . click apply for full job details
Reports to: Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager Location: Hybrid remote working allowed with regular office visits required to Black Bull Yard, 24-28 Hatton Wall, London EC1N PLEASE NOTE: Applications without a Cover letter will not be considered We are expecting a high volume of applications for this role and we will not be able to respond immediately to all applicants. We will contact candidates who we are considering for interview directly. Ukie is the trade association that represents and supports the UK s thriving video game and interactive entertainment industry. Our small team supports a membership of nearly 700 leading businesses, helping them as they create some of the world s most exciting games. Our membership includes cutting-edge companies working across the interactive entertainment industry from Sony PlayStation, Electronic Arts and Microsoft to Jagex, Roblox, Ustwo games and many more. With a challenging and varied political environment and a Government prioritising the growth of creative industries as part of its mission there are opportunities as well as challenges for the sector to navigate including online safety, consumer protection and the positive impact of play, the use of AI and long term skills and training challenges . We are offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, bright and determined policy and public affairs professional to join our team and shape how we engage Government and other external stakeholders on behalf of our members. Increasingly we are working beyond the games and interactive entertainment industry, working on a cross sectoral basis with partners in the creative and tech industries. We also work with other relevant trade associations on an international level to share best practice and ensure we are able to react to and shape policy on a global basis. About you This role his is an ideal role for an ambitious, self-motivated individual who thrives in a small but dedicated team environment. With a passion for video games, this role is suited for an individual and who wants to build their career through developing their knowledge of policy making, engagement and campaigns at a trade body with a national profile. Through this role you will be able to take on new discrete projects within the Ukie team, which will serve as a platform for your growth and development. Ideally you will bring: The ability to work accurately with a good eye for detail The ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and competing priorities The ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders with varied priorities A willingness to learn and develop specialist policy knowledge and an understanding of how public policy changes and regulation affect the video games sector Excellent writing skills and the ability to condense complex policy areas into understandable briefings for stakeholders Good political acumen and the ability to spot trends and opportunities for engagement for Ukie and its members A proactive and flexible attitude with the ability and drive to work independently and take the initiative An ambition to work in a small team and progressively take on responsibility with engagements and tasks as part of managed development. What you can expect from us A supportive team environment A structured development plan with training and professional opportunities A collaborative working environment with exposure to innovative businesses and professionals Generous annual leave with additional long service entitlements A flexible working environment with paid time off for volunteering Pension and Private Healthcare upon completion of probation Early finish on Friday s and lots of opportunities to play video games! What you ll be doing The post holder will help advance Ukie s policy work on aspects of UK and international policy impacting the games and interactive entertainment industry through: Monitoring policy changes and providing in-depth analysis, research, and reports for internal stakeholders. Relationship building and engagement with Ukie members and wider sector stakeholders, including attendance at internal and external stakeholder meetings and coalition industry groups. Support the Senior Policy Manager in research and drafting for Ukie s external consultation responses, co-ordinating with members and facilitating internal forums for discussions on particular issues. Support in organising events and engagement with policy makers within Whitehall, Westminster, the Devolved Governments and with regional, combined and local authorities as well as with our global partners in the EU, US and further afield. Assisting the policy and research teams with major public affairs projects and campaigns according to the Ukie s internal strategy and drawing on Ukie s internal data and external partners where appropriate. Supporting and promoting Ukie at external political meetings, including our bi-annual Westminster Games Week. Support in raising the profile of Ukie and its significant policy priorities through external communications in partnership with the Ukie campaigns team, and through public scrutiny such as the use of written parliamentary questions. Acting as the lead point of contact for the APPG on Video Games and Esports to which Ukie acts as the secretariat and taking joint responsibility for liaising with its members. Draft external policy communications such as the Ukie Policy Byte, the bi-weekly political newsletter, with support from Senior Policy Manager and Head of Policy where necessary. Be responsible for the team administration of internal stakeholder meetings, including sending out invites, taking minutes and preparing relevant material as well as maintaining up to date email lists of all stakeholders. Relationship Management Develop and maintain relationships with games industry member businesses and a wide range of external bodies; including partner organisations, government officials and other trade bodies. Support the Senior Policy Manager and Head of Policy in the management of Ukie s internal stakeholder groups including Ukie s policy group and its various working sub groups. Maintain stakeholder engagement trackers and act as a point of contact for external engagement with Parliamentarians, regional politicians and their offices. Support the Head of Policy and Chief Executive in any external engagements. Support the policy team and wider Senior Management team with other reasonable tasks as required. Qualifications and experience required for this role: Qualified by experience. You don t need to hold a degree to apply for this role, but experience of working in a policy or government affairs facing role, public affairs agency or regulatory environment would be advantageous. On-the-job training will be provided via Ukie or external providers where appropriate and will be part of a structured development plan. Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm Expectation that some evening and weekend work may be required to attend or run Ukie events as the business requires. This role profile is not exhaustive ; working as part of a small and dynamic team, there will be an opportunity to tailor the role to your interests and ambitions in agreement with the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager and Head of Policy and Public Affairs. There is also the expectation that you will be flexible and willing to help the wider organisation and its other teams in accordance with its strategic priorities where necessary, as directed by the Head of Policy or Chief Executive where appropriate.
Jul 10, 2025
Full time
Reports to: Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager Location: Hybrid remote working allowed with regular office visits required to Black Bull Yard, 24-28 Hatton Wall, London EC1N PLEASE NOTE: Applications without a Cover letter will not be considered We are expecting a high volume of applications for this role and we will not be able to respond immediately to all applicants. We will contact candidates who we are considering for interview directly. Ukie is the trade association that represents and supports the UK s thriving video game and interactive entertainment industry. Our small team supports a membership of nearly 700 leading businesses, helping them as they create some of the world s most exciting games. Our membership includes cutting-edge companies working across the interactive entertainment industry from Sony PlayStation, Electronic Arts and Microsoft to Jagex, Roblox, Ustwo games and many more. With a challenging and varied political environment and a Government prioritising the growth of creative industries as part of its mission there are opportunities as well as challenges for the sector to navigate including online safety, consumer protection and the positive impact of play, the use of AI and long term skills and training challenges . We are offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, bright and determined policy and public affairs professional to join our team and shape how we engage Government and other external stakeholders on behalf of our members. Increasingly we are working beyond the games and interactive entertainment industry, working on a cross sectoral basis with partners in the creative and tech industries. We also work with other relevant trade associations on an international level to share best practice and ensure we are able to react to and shape policy on a global basis. About you This role his is an ideal role for an ambitious, self-motivated individual who thrives in a small but dedicated team environment. With a passion for video games, this role is suited for an individual and who wants to build their career through developing their knowledge of policy making, engagement and campaigns at a trade body with a national profile. Through this role you will be able to take on new discrete projects within the Ukie team, which will serve as a platform for your growth and development. Ideally you will bring: The ability to work accurately with a good eye for detail The ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and competing priorities The ability to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders with varied priorities A willingness to learn and develop specialist policy knowledge and an understanding of how public policy changes and regulation affect the video games sector Excellent writing skills and the ability to condense complex policy areas into understandable briefings for stakeholders Good political acumen and the ability to spot trends and opportunities for engagement for Ukie and its members A proactive and flexible attitude with the ability and drive to work independently and take the initiative An ambition to work in a small team and progressively take on responsibility with engagements and tasks as part of managed development. What you can expect from us A supportive team environment A structured development plan with training and professional opportunities A collaborative working environment with exposure to innovative businesses and professionals Generous annual leave with additional long service entitlements A flexible working environment with paid time off for volunteering Pension and Private Healthcare upon completion of probation Early finish on Friday s and lots of opportunities to play video games! What you ll be doing The post holder will help advance Ukie s policy work on aspects of UK and international policy impacting the games and interactive entertainment industry through: Monitoring policy changes and providing in-depth analysis, research, and reports for internal stakeholders. Relationship building and engagement with Ukie members and wider sector stakeholders, including attendance at internal and external stakeholder meetings and coalition industry groups. Support the Senior Policy Manager in research and drafting for Ukie s external consultation responses, co-ordinating with members and facilitating internal forums for discussions on particular issues. Support in organising events and engagement with policy makers within Whitehall, Westminster, the Devolved Governments and with regional, combined and local authorities as well as with our global partners in the EU, US and further afield. Assisting the policy and research teams with major public affairs projects and campaigns according to the Ukie s internal strategy and drawing on Ukie s internal data and external partners where appropriate. Supporting and promoting Ukie at external political meetings, including our bi-annual Westminster Games Week. Support in raising the profile of Ukie and its significant policy priorities through external communications in partnership with the Ukie campaigns team, and through public scrutiny such as the use of written parliamentary questions. Acting as the lead point of contact for the APPG on Video Games and Esports to which Ukie acts as the secretariat and taking joint responsibility for liaising with its members. Draft external policy communications such as the Ukie Policy Byte, the bi-weekly political newsletter, with support from Senior Policy Manager and Head of Policy where necessary. Be responsible for the team administration of internal stakeholder meetings, including sending out invites, taking minutes and preparing relevant material as well as maintaining up to date email lists of all stakeholders. Relationship Management Develop and maintain relationships with games industry member businesses and a wide range of external bodies; including partner organisations, government officials and other trade bodies. Support the Senior Policy Manager and Head of Policy in the management of Ukie s internal stakeholder groups including Ukie s policy group and its various working sub groups. Maintain stakeholder engagement trackers and act as a point of contact for external engagement with Parliamentarians, regional politicians and their offices. Support the Head of Policy and Chief Executive in any external engagements. Support the policy team and wider Senior Management team with other reasonable tasks as required. Qualifications and experience required for this role: Qualified by experience. You don t need to hold a degree to apply for this role, but experience of working in a policy or government affairs facing role, public affairs agency or regulatory environment would be advantageous. On-the-job training will be provided via Ukie or external providers where appropriate and will be part of a structured development plan. Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm Expectation that some evening and weekend work may be required to attend or run Ukie events as the business requires. This role profile is not exhaustive ; working as part of a small and dynamic team, there will be an opportunity to tailor the role to your interests and ambitions in agreement with the Senior Policy and Public Affairs Manager and Head of Policy and Public Affairs. There is also the expectation that you will be flexible and willing to help the wider organisation and its other teams in accordance with its strategic priorities where necessary, as directed by the Head of Policy or Chief Executive where appropriate.
Research and Evidence Officer Reporting to: Deputy CEO, with dotted line to Campaigns and Influencing Manager Salary: £31,200 per annum Contract: Full-time, permanent. This employer is are open to discussing flexible or part-time working. Benefits: Access to a defined contribution pension and 25 days annual leave per year (pro rata) + three working days between Christmas and New Year. Location: Hybrid working, with 2-3 days in the office (currently core team days are Tuesdays and Wednesdays) Shoreditch, London E2 About the Employer This organisation are bold, ambitious feminists, living in a world where women and girls at the sharpest edge of adversity are consistently overlooked and harmed. Too many women and girls are hurt; too many lives are damaged; too much potential is lost. They are a social movement, campaigning with courage and in solidarity with their Alliance members and women and girls, so that they can thrive. They advocate and campaign for systems and services to respond appropriately to women and girls with multiple unmet needs. They want public services to respond better to the distinct and multiple unmet needs of women and girls, including appropriately responding to gender, age, race and trauma. For the whole system to respond better, they stand in solidarity with the voluntary sector and advocate for them to be empowered. Their values are their guiding principles for their work to deliver their mission. It is who they are and how they behave. They promise to be: Intersectional, Courageous, Credible, Clear, Collaborative. About the Role The Research and Evidence Officer will play a key role in data, evidence and research and workstreams. They will design, hold and deliver research projects; centre women and girls' voices through coproduction; share evidence and insights with the wider team, trustees, and funders; and produce a range of materials, including reports and briefings, for different kinds of external audiences. They will gather a range of evidence through data collection and desk-based research, and carry out research, using interviews, focus groups and data analysis as well as less-traditional research methods. Responsibilities include: Conduct desk-based, primary, secondary, qualitative and quantitative research, including; submitting Freedom of Information requests; analysing data and evidence from a range of sources; conducting interviews and focus groups; and other evidence gathering as necessary to develop clear cases for change across the issues Agenda Alliance works on. Design and maintain systems, project plans and research methodologies to develop evidence across Agenda's priority areas, centring voices of women and girls with lived experience of the areas we work on, and the expertise of Alliance members. Produce engaging ways of sharing Agenda's learning and communicating research findings, including through writing reports and briefings, and providing other members of the team with evidence and insights for their work, including the Communications and Campaigns Coordinator, and the Policy and Public Affairs Officer. Grow and maintain relationships with a network of organisations, practitioners and experts, including systems of engagement and intelligence gathering (e.g. online, focus groups, roundtables, project visits). Work closely with the rest of the team to develop evidence to inform Agenda's policy positions, campaigns and influencing. Engaging with stakeholders, decision makers, politicians and government officials as appropriate. Work with the wider team to embed and utilise effective monitoring and impact evaluation processes for our research activities. Lead on embedding anti-racist and trauma-informed approaches into our evidence and research practice. About you This organisation is looking for an experienced researcher, with a background working with experts by experience, committed to embedding women and girls' voices in research in a trauma-informed way. They are seeking someone who can demonstrate compassionate, person-centred research skills, an ability to understand and analyse quantitative and qualitative data, and an appetite for designing new projects and processes to uncover evidence and insights. This is an exciting and varied role, providing the right candidate with a unique blend of in-depth research; using evidence to inform policy-influencing and campaigns; and engaging experts by experience. It is ideal for someone who has experience of research and data analysis, but is interested in centering the lived experience of women and girls, alongside the front-line experience of members, to develop insights for change. They are less interested in your qualifications, and more interested in your values, background and both lived and learned experience. They are actively trying to diversify the team, so if you are from the Black, Asian and minoritised communities, identify as LGBTQ+, have a disability, and/or bring lived experience relevant to the areas this employer works in, they would love to hear from you. Closing date: midnight, Sunday 23 March 2025 Interested? If you would like to apply for this position, please click the apply button and follow the job board procedure - you will then receive an email from us at CHM Recruit containing all documents and additional information needed to apply for this role . Equal opportunities This employer selects all candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications, experience and ability to do the role advertised. They welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability (physical or learning), gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. This employer will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. You will be able to contact them to identify any additional support that you may require to enable you to make an application. Because this charity's work is about centring women and girls' experiences, and the organisation is led by and for women and girls, this post is open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, part 1). When referring to women and girls, this organisation means cisgender, intersex, and transgender women and girls, alongside nonbinary people who experience misogyny. When sending your application, this employer also asks that you also complete their equal opportunities monitoring form which will be included in the email from us at CHM Recruit. Completing this form helps the employer to understand the kinds of people who are applying for their roles, and whether they are attracting a broad range of applicants. The form is anonymous, and it cannot be linked to your application . N.B. APPLICATIONS SENT WITHOUT A COVER LETTER WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. No agencies please
Mar 07, 2025
Full time
Research and Evidence Officer Reporting to: Deputy CEO, with dotted line to Campaigns and Influencing Manager Salary: £31,200 per annum Contract: Full-time, permanent. This employer is are open to discussing flexible or part-time working. Benefits: Access to a defined contribution pension and 25 days annual leave per year (pro rata) + three working days between Christmas and New Year. Location: Hybrid working, with 2-3 days in the office (currently core team days are Tuesdays and Wednesdays) Shoreditch, London E2 About the Employer This organisation are bold, ambitious feminists, living in a world where women and girls at the sharpest edge of adversity are consistently overlooked and harmed. Too many women and girls are hurt; too many lives are damaged; too much potential is lost. They are a social movement, campaigning with courage and in solidarity with their Alliance members and women and girls, so that they can thrive. They advocate and campaign for systems and services to respond appropriately to women and girls with multiple unmet needs. They want public services to respond better to the distinct and multiple unmet needs of women and girls, including appropriately responding to gender, age, race and trauma. For the whole system to respond better, they stand in solidarity with the voluntary sector and advocate for them to be empowered. Their values are their guiding principles for their work to deliver their mission. It is who they are and how they behave. They promise to be: Intersectional, Courageous, Credible, Clear, Collaborative. About the Role The Research and Evidence Officer will play a key role in data, evidence and research and workstreams. They will design, hold and deliver research projects; centre women and girls' voices through coproduction; share evidence and insights with the wider team, trustees, and funders; and produce a range of materials, including reports and briefings, for different kinds of external audiences. They will gather a range of evidence through data collection and desk-based research, and carry out research, using interviews, focus groups and data analysis as well as less-traditional research methods. Responsibilities include: Conduct desk-based, primary, secondary, qualitative and quantitative research, including; submitting Freedom of Information requests; analysing data and evidence from a range of sources; conducting interviews and focus groups; and other evidence gathering as necessary to develop clear cases for change across the issues Agenda Alliance works on. Design and maintain systems, project plans and research methodologies to develop evidence across Agenda's priority areas, centring voices of women and girls with lived experience of the areas we work on, and the expertise of Alliance members. Produce engaging ways of sharing Agenda's learning and communicating research findings, including through writing reports and briefings, and providing other members of the team with evidence and insights for their work, including the Communications and Campaigns Coordinator, and the Policy and Public Affairs Officer. Grow and maintain relationships with a network of organisations, practitioners and experts, including systems of engagement and intelligence gathering (e.g. online, focus groups, roundtables, project visits). Work closely with the rest of the team to develop evidence to inform Agenda's policy positions, campaigns and influencing. Engaging with stakeholders, decision makers, politicians and government officials as appropriate. Work with the wider team to embed and utilise effective monitoring and impact evaluation processes for our research activities. Lead on embedding anti-racist and trauma-informed approaches into our evidence and research practice. About you This organisation is looking for an experienced researcher, with a background working with experts by experience, committed to embedding women and girls' voices in research in a trauma-informed way. They are seeking someone who can demonstrate compassionate, person-centred research skills, an ability to understand and analyse quantitative and qualitative data, and an appetite for designing new projects and processes to uncover evidence and insights. This is an exciting and varied role, providing the right candidate with a unique blend of in-depth research; using evidence to inform policy-influencing and campaigns; and engaging experts by experience. It is ideal for someone who has experience of research and data analysis, but is interested in centering the lived experience of women and girls, alongside the front-line experience of members, to develop insights for change. They are less interested in your qualifications, and more interested in your values, background and both lived and learned experience. They are actively trying to diversify the team, so if you are from the Black, Asian and minoritised communities, identify as LGBTQ+, have a disability, and/or bring lived experience relevant to the areas this employer works in, they would love to hear from you. Closing date: midnight, Sunday 23 March 2025 Interested? If you would like to apply for this position, please click the apply button and follow the job board procedure - you will then receive an email from us at CHM Recruit containing all documents and additional information needed to apply for this role . Equal opportunities This employer selects all candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications, experience and ability to do the role advertised. They welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability (physical or learning), gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. This employer will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. You will be able to contact them to identify any additional support that you may require to enable you to make an application. Because this charity's work is about centring women and girls' experiences, and the organisation is led by and for women and girls, this post is open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, part 1). When referring to women and girls, this organisation means cisgender, intersex, and transgender women and girls, alongside nonbinary people who experience misogyny. When sending your application, this employer also asks that you also complete their equal opportunities monitoring form which will be included in the email from us at CHM Recruit. Completing this form helps the employer to understand the kinds of people who are applying for their roles, and whether they are attracting a broad range of applicants. The form is anonymous, and it cannot be linked to your application . N.B. APPLICATIONS SENT WITHOUT A COVER LETTER WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. No agencies please
In this senior role, you will lead, coordinate, develop and support ODI Global's Finance Systems team and Finance Business Partner team. ODI Global uses Microsoft Business Central and Progressus, a combined finance and project management system. As the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will be responsible for the delivery and maintenance of a high-quality management accounting and financial systems service across ODI Global. The Systems team comprises a Systems Manager and an Assistant, and the role of the Head of FP&A is to ensure that both the business-as-usual and the project elements of the work of the team are delivered on a timely basis and to a high standard. The Finance Business Partner team comprises two qualified Senior Finance Business Partners and three Finance Business Partners, and the role of the Head of FP&A is to guide the Senior Finance Business Partners in delivering a high-quality partnering service to their respective teams. The Head of Financial Planning and Analysis will also be central in the financial planning and compliance aspects of ODI Global's independent affiliate entities, ODI Europe (a Belgian-registered non-profit) and ODI Global Washington (a Delaware-registered 501(c)3). Main Duties and Responsibilities Financial Systems Manage and continually improve finance system application effectiveness, impact and outcomes across a range of services and projects. Ensure the system's overall performance, integration, maintenance and upgrades are being reviewed and monitored. Develop and implement frameworks and standard processes/templates to ensure a positive end-user experience and efficiency of processes (e.g. project closure, month-end processes, costing/pricing templates). Lead the monthly reconciliation of data such as payroll between the Project Ledger and General Ledger. Ensure the maintenance of high professional and insightful standards in service delivery. Lead specific initiatives or projects on behalf of ODI Global. Be a member of the leadership team of the Finance Department and deputise for the Chief Finance and Operations Officer as and when required. Financial Leadership Lead the production of management accounts and financial forecasts and associated commentary, enabling insightful, relevant discussions at Senior Leadership Team, Committee and Board meetings. This will include the compilation of relevant supplementary data, the assessment and dissemination of results and recommendations for resultant action. Manage the annual budget process and support the production of consolidated results for consideration by the Senior Leadership Team, Committees and Board in a timely manner. Advise on financial analyses and decision-making regarding project pricing, contract negotiations, significant costs, benchmarks and other matters with management and the Chief Finance and Operations Officer. Provide supportive challenge discussions and financial advice with Heads of Programmes/Departments on their financial performance, engendering effective financial control and adherence to ODI Global's policies and procedures. Manage the provision of high-quality and timely support services (both pre-award and post-award) to Programme colleagues. Coordinate the production of finance Key Performance Indicators to inform management decisions. Manage the development and formulation of ODI Global-wide costing and pricing policies. Ensure the timely and accurate production of results and related compliance requirements, such as NPAC and ITAI. Keep up to date with changes in management accounting techniques and principles and be aware of their potential application within ODI Global. Deputise for the Chief Finance and Operations Officer at relevant meetings and committees, as appropriate, taking the lead role in influencing and informing colleagues across the organisation. ODI Global Entity Compliance Support the Finance Business Partner for entities with financial management for entities, including system development and internal record-keeping. Work with the Financial Controller to meet all statutory compliance requirements for the entities and establish and maintain a strong internal control environment. Stakeholder Management Work closely with senior management and key stakeholders, both internal and external, to establish service requirements and improve service delivery. Lead effective customer relationships to ensure the service meets customer requirements whilst maximising quality and efficiency. Provide evidence-based challenges to the Finance teams and Programmes/Departments to continue to improve process effectiveness and time-saving measures, especially where performance is hampering the ability to effectively deliver. Provide support and advice to colleagues, particularly in complex and high-risk matters. Provide professional expertise to the Finance Department and wider ODI Global projects. Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Knowledge of Charity SORP and FRS 102. Experience A senior finance role within a medium-sized, non-profit organisation. Extensive line management experience, including supporting team members towards qualification while working. Experience of developing high-performing teams and managing collective and individual continuous improvement aligned to strategic goals. Experience of influencing senior leaders. Substantial experience of financial management and budgeting in the charity and/or commercial sector. Demonstrable experience of working in a financial environment to understand financial business reporting requirements, operational accounting processes and controls. Finance and project management system management. Knowledge and understanding of the accounting principles and compliance requirements of a Belgian-registered non-profit. Knowledge and understanding of the accounting principles and compliance requirements of a Delaware-registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Skills/Abilities Ability to assimilate, analyse and present financial data to a high level of accuracy. Strategic thinking and collaborative strategy development. Ability to provide strong and proactive leadership. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Values-driven and exceptional integrity, including ensuring a safe working environment and equal opportunities for all. Ability to influence and negotiate (desirable). Why Should You Work For Us? ODI Global is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds, including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities. Benefits We prioritise the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance, including public holidays and additional time off during Christmas and New Year. We also recognise the importance of work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and study leave to support your professional development. Our commitment to employee well-being extends beyond annual leave. We provide comprehensive benefits such as maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave, competitive pension schemes and interest-free travel loans. We offer sick pay, an Employee Assistance Programme, and staff events and social activities to ensure your physical and mental health. For those relocating to the UK, we provide relocation assistance to help you settle in. We also promote sustainable commuting with our Cycle to Work scheme and offer union membership to protect your rights and advocate for your interests. At ODI Global, we believe that a supportive and rewarding work environment is essential for success. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to your well-being and professional growth. For a full listing of benefits, please visit our Careers page . About ODI Global ODI Global is a leading global affairs think tank. We inspire people to act on injustice and inequality. We focus on research, convening and influencing, to generate ideas that matter for people and planet. For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button. Closing date: 15 March 2025.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
In this senior role, you will lead, coordinate, develop and support ODI Global's Finance Systems team and Finance Business Partner team. ODI Global uses Microsoft Business Central and Progressus, a combined finance and project management system. As the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will be responsible for the delivery and maintenance of a high-quality management accounting and financial systems service across ODI Global. The Systems team comprises a Systems Manager and an Assistant, and the role of the Head of FP&A is to ensure that both the business-as-usual and the project elements of the work of the team are delivered on a timely basis and to a high standard. The Finance Business Partner team comprises two qualified Senior Finance Business Partners and three Finance Business Partners, and the role of the Head of FP&A is to guide the Senior Finance Business Partners in delivering a high-quality partnering service to their respective teams. The Head of Financial Planning and Analysis will also be central in the financial planning and compliance aspects of ODI Global's independent affiliate entities, ODI Europe (a Belgian-registered non-profit) and ODI Global Washington (a Delaware-registered 501(c)3). Main Duties and Responsibilities Financial Systems Manage and continually improve finance system application effectiveness, impact and outcomes across a range of services and projects. Ensure the system's overall performance, integration, maintenance and upgrades are being reviewed and monitored. Develop and implement frameworks and standard processes/templates to ensure a positive end-user experience and efficiency of processes (e.g. project closure, month-end processes, costing/pricing templates). Lead the monthly reconciliation of data such as payroll between the Project Ledger and General Ledger. Ensure the maintenance of high professional and insightful standards in service delivery. Lead specific initiatives or projects on behalf of ODI Global. Be a member of the leadership team of the Finance Department and deputise for the Chief Finance and Operations Officer as and when required. Financial Leadership Lead the production of management accounts and financial forecasts and associated commentary, enabling insightful, relevant discussions at Senior Leadership Team, Committee and Board meetings. This will include the compilation of relevant supplementary data, the assessment and dissemination of results and recommendations for resultant action. Manage the annual budget process and support the production of consolidated results for consideration by the Senior Leadership Team, Committees and Board in a timely manner. Advise on financial analyses and decision-making regarding project pricing, contract negotiations, significant costs, benchmarks and other matters with management and the Chief Finance and Operations Officer. Provide supportive challenge discussions and financial advice with Heads of Programmes/Departments on their financial performance, engendering effective financial control and adherence to ODI Global's policies and procedures. Manage the provision of high-quality and timely support services (both pre-award and post-award) to Programme colleagues. Coordinate the production of finance Key Performance Indicators to inform management decisions. Manage the development and formulation of ODI Global-wide costing and pricing policies. Ensure the timely and accurate production of results and related compliance requirements, such as NPAC and ITAI. Keep up to date with changes in management accounting techniques and principles and be aware of their potential application within ODI Global. Deputise for the Chief Finance and Operations Officer at relevant meetings and committees, as appropriate, taking the lead role in influencing and informing colleagues across the organisation. ODI Global Entity Compliance Support the Finance Business Partner for entities with financial management for entities, including system development and internal record-keeping. Work with the Financial Controller to meet all statutory compliance requirements for the entities and establish and maintain a strong internal control environment. Stakeholder Management Work closely with senior management and key stakeholders, both internal and external, to establish service requirements and improve service delivery. Lead effective customer relationships to ensure the service meets customer requirements whilst maximising quality and efficiency. Provide evidence-based challenges to the Finance teams and Programmes/Departments to continue to improve process effectiveness and time-saving measures, especially where performance is hampering the ability to effectively deliver. Provide support and advice to colleagues, particularly in complex and high-risk matters. Provide professional expertise to the Finance Department and wider ODI Global projects. Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Knowledge of Charity SORP and FRS 102. Experience A senior finance role within a medium-sized, non-profit organisation. Extensive line management experience, including supporting team members towards qualification while working. Experience of developing high-performing teams and managing collective and individual continuous improvement aligned to strategic goals. Experience of influencing senior leaders. Substantial experience of financial management and budgeting in the charity and/or commercial sector. Demonstrable experience of working in a financial environment to understand financial business reporting requirements, operational accounting processes and controls. Finance and project management system management. Knowledge and understanding of the accounting principles and compliance requirements of a Belgian-registered non-profit. Knowledge and understanding of the accounting principles and compliance requirements of a Delaware-registered 501(c)3 non-profit. Skills/Abilities Ability to assimilate, analyse and present financial data to a high level of accuracy. Strategic thinking and collaborative strategy development. Ability to provide strong and proactive leadership. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Values-driven and exceptional integrity, including ensuring a safe working environment and equal opportunities for all. Ability to influence and negotiate (desirable). Why Should You Work For Us? ODI Global is committed to developing and supporting diverse and inclusive teams of people who share our passion, where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We welcome applicants from a range of diverse backgrounds, including those who experience intersectional marginalisation on the basis of their class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious identity or belief, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome applications from those living with disabilities. Benefits We prioritise the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional growth. Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance, including public holidays and additional time off during Christmas and New Year. We also recognise the importance of work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and study leave to support your professional development. Our commitment to employee well-being extends beyond annual leave. We provide comprehensive benefits such as maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave, competitive pension schemes and interest-free travel loans. We offer sick pay, an Employee Assistance Programme, and staff events and social activities to ensure your physical and mental health. For those relocating to the UK, we provide relocation assistance to help you settle in. We also promote sustainable commuting with our Cycle to Work scheme and offer union membership to protect your rights and advocate for your interests. At ODI Global, we believe that a supportive and rewarding work environment is essential for success. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects our commitment to your well-being and professional growth. For a full listing of benefits, please visit our Careers page . About ODI Global ODI Global is a leading global affairs think tank. We inspire people to act on injustice and inequality. We focus on research, convening and influencing, to generate ideas that matter for people and planet. For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button. Closing date: 15 March 2025.
Head of Policy and Public Affairs £48 - £50K per annum Home based / hybrid (Oxfordshire office) with regular travel to London Full time (37.5 hrs per week) - some flexibility will be considered Permanent Would you like to make a positive impact for rural communities across England? Would you like to help tackle rural deprivation and ensure rural areas have fairer access to essential services? Would you like to help rural communities reach their full potential? About Us Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) champions thriving, sustainable and inclusive rural communities that have the services they need and the resources to secure equitable outcomes for everyone. We are the only national charity speaking up for everyone in rural areas, and work closely with our 38 member organisations who support local communities across England. Together we campaign for change, enable local action, and improve support for people most in need. We work with government and other national partners to explore the issues affecting rural communities and identify solutions so that no one is disadvantaged by where they live. About the Role We are seeking a Head of Policy and Public Affairs to join our ambitious team. This is a new post that will play a key role in delivering our forthcoming strategy and the next phase of our development. You will lead our engagement with policy makers and stakeholders, and work with our members to campaign on the issues that will have the greatest impact on rural communities. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will also manage the Senior Communications Officer, and advise and support the wider team and our member bodies. You will have the chance to shape ACRE's future development and priorities and build innovative new partnerships. About You You will have a track record of developing and executing public affairs strategies that deliver tangible results, bringing organisations together to work in partnership, and creating eye catching, integrated campaigns that raise awareness of low profile issues and drive change. A confident networker, you will be used to working with politicians, advisers and officials at senior level. A strategic thinker, you will also enjoy getting the job done, and be used to dealing with multiple projects at one time as well as spotting new opportunities. You will have direct experience of living in a rural community or have a strong empathy with our cause. This role is a great opportunity for an experienced policy and public affairs professional to make a real impact for communities that are often unheard and poorly understood. You will be joining a small, focused and energetic organisation while being part of a unique national network. If you share our vision and ambition please get in touch. Working at ACRE The ACRE team is largely home based. Most of the team meet once a week in our office in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, and we all meet together at least once a month. Benefits include up to 30 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, life cover and flexible working arrangements. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, traditions and ways of life. Please note you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection. Closing date for applications: 9am on Thursday 13 March. First round interviews: Online on Monday 24 and Thursday 27 March. Second round interviews: In person at ACRE in Woodstock on Friday 4 April. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. No agencies please.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Head of Policy and Public Affairs £48 - £50K per annum Home based / hybrid (Oxfordshire office) with regular travel to London Full time (37.5 hrs per week) - some flexibility will be considered Permanent Would you like to make a positive impact for rural communities across England? Would you like to help tackle rural deprivation and ensure rural areas have fairer access to essential services? Would you like to help rural communities reach their full potential? About Us Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) champions thriving, sustainable and inclusive rural communities that have the services they need and the resources to secure equitable outcomes for everyone. We are the only national charity speaking up for everyone in rural areas, and work closely with our 38 member organisations who support local communities across England. Together we campaign for change, enable local action, and improve support for people most in need. We work with government and other national partners to explore the issues affecting rural communities and identify solutions so that no one is disadvantaged by where they live. About the Role We are seeking a Head of Policy and Public Affairs to join our ambitious team. This is a new post that will play a key role in delivering our forthcoming strategy and the next phase of our development. You will lead our engagement with policy makers and stakeholders, and work with our members to campaign on the issues that will have the greatest impact on rural communities. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will also manage the Senior Communications Officer, and advise and support the wider team and our member bodies. You will have the chance to shape ACRE's future development and priorities and build innovative new partnerships. About You You will have a track record of developing and executing public affairs strategies that deliver tangible results, bringing organisations together to work in partnership, and creating eye catching, integrated campaigns that raise awareness of low profile issues and drive change. A confident networker, you will be used to working with politicians, advisers and officials at senior level. A strategic thinker, you will also enjoy getting the job done, and be used to dealing with multiple projects at one time as well as spotting new opportunities. You will have direct experience of living in a rural community or have a strong empathy with our cause. This role is a great opportunity for an experienced policy and public affairs professional to make a real impact for communities that are often unheard and poorly understood. You will be joining a small, focused and energetic organisation while being part of a unique national network. If you share our vision and ambition please get in touch. Working at ACRE The ACRE team is largely home based. Most of the team meet once a week in our office in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, and we all meet together at least once a month. Benefits include up to 30 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, life cover and flexible working arrangements. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, traditions and ways of life. Please note you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection. Closing date for applications: 9am on Thursday 13 March. First round interviews: Online on Monday 24 and Thursday 27 March. Second round interviews: In person at ACRE in Woodstock on Friday 4 April. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. No agencies please.
YOUTH ENDOWMENT FUND CHARITABLE TRUST
Hackney, London
Communications and Digital Marketing Officer Contract: 2-year fixed term (potential to extend) Location: Central London or Hybrid (see below) About the Youth Endowment Fund We're here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. In recent years violent crime has risen significantly. Homicides, assaults, robberies and offences involving weapons have all seen sustained growth. We have also seen large increases in violent crime involving children and young people. This is a tragedy. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We exist to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence across England and Wales. We do this by funding great initiatives, finding out what works and working for change. Key Responsibilities YEF is entering a new phase of growing scale and ambition. There is more urgency and scope than ever for us to contribute meaningfully towards preventing violence amongst children and young people. Communicating with, informing and persuading our growing audiences about the vitality of our mission will require being innovative, hands-on and prepared to speak out with humanity and boldness. The Public Affairs and Communications Team is crucial for effectively communicating and promoting YEF's ideas to a wider audience and driving demand for the evidence about what works to prevent violence amongst children and young people. We can only hope to achieve our mission if those working in our sectors hear from us about what works, trust our research and put our guidance into practice. We need policymakers, politicians and people in charge of services to listen and act, but also youth-workers, police, social workers, headteachers and young people to believe in our movement for change on the ground. We want to continue being a leading voice in the national conversation about preventing violence. Your job will be essential to this. You will support the Public Affairs and Communications team to communicate our work as thoughtfully, impactfully and creatively as possible through engaging media communications and PR campaigns, video-led social media content and strategic digital marketing. Your responsibilities will mostly fall under the following three areas: Digital Marketing, Social Media and Video: Editing, updating and maintaining content on the website, and collaborating with relevant staff teams to ensure content is up to date. Supporting with monthly digital content generation for YEF social media channels, including the planning and creation of short videos and boosting engagement for the YEF podcast. Supporting with segmented email marketing and newsletter content. Monitoring and evaluating our performance across digital platforms in order to expand the number of unique site visits to key website and social media pages, including the Toolkit, YouTube and LinkedIn. Communications, Media and PR: Drafting, managing and distributing stakeholder communications across public affairs and media for new YEF publications and outputs. Identifying and generating monthly media opportunities through outreach with journalists and collating media, publication and journalist lists. Managing organisational inbox and other communications streams. Managing the distribution and development of the case study template and supporting with the successful launch of the grantee storytelling programme. Team Support and Administration: Organising and note-taking for weekly team meetings and tracking the timely completion of minutes and actions. Identifying and generating new public speaking and audience engagement opportunities for Director of Public Affairs and Communications. About you : You don't want your days to pass without making a difference. You want to play a significant part in a charity that is making a difference. You are interested in applying research to understanding and solving social problems affecting people in British society. You are passionate about telling human stories that use creative writing, design, photography and videography to engage diverse audiences. You have experience of using WordPress, Mailchimp or other digital marketing tools, this can be used strategically to get people outside of an organisation to pay attention to and engage with its work. You have experience creating social media assets (using software such as Canva or Adobe Illustrator) and increasing audience engagement on social media platforms such as LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram. You are a team player who works in an organised, communicative and selfless way. You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. You believe and act in a way that celebrates and encourages a range of experiences, backgrounds and values. You may ideally have, but they are not essential: Experience of working for an organisation that works with, or on issues affecting, children and young people. Digital marketing and communications experience in an organisation whose audiences include youth workers, teachers, the police and policymakers. Short-form video production and editing skills, particularly in service of TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. Experience of working with journalists, publications and online platforms on bringing content, media and PR campaigns to life. While it's not a criteria, we're especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of violence affecting children and young people. It's also important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the organisation may employ positive action where candidates from underrepresented groups can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well. Hybrid Working The office is based in Central London. Those living in and around London are expected to be in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. If you live outside of London and work remotely, you'll be expected to work from the London office 2 days per month. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. To apply Please click on the "Apply for this" button and submit your CV, your completed monitoring form and ensure your covering letter answers the following three questions below. Application Questions: Can you share an example of a creative idea you have worked on that helped secure press coverage? Describe a time you had to increase engagement on a social media platform for a campaign or client. What strategies did you employ, and what were the results? Why is preventing violence amongst children and young people important to you, and how can storytelling help to achieve this goal? Please submit your application by Monday 24th March at 9:00 am Interview process This will be a one stage interview process. Interviews will take place the week of 31st March 2025 We do not sponsor work permits and you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. Benefits include: £1,000 professional development budget annually 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Employee Assistance Programme - 24hr phone line for free confidential support Volunteering days - 4 half days per year Death in service - 4 times annual salary Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am - 4pm Financial support including travel and hardship loans Employer contributed pension of 5% Your data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area. The people we are looking for do not discriminate and we believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Communications and Digital Marketing Officer Contract: 2-year fixed term (potential to extend) Location: Central London or Hybrid (see below) About the Youth Endowment Fund We're here to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence. We do this by finding out what works and building a movement to put this knowledge into practice. In recent years violent crime has risen significantly. Homicides, assaults, robberies and offences involving weapons have all seen sustained growth. We have also seen large increases in violent crime involving children and young people. This is a tragedy. Every child captured in these numbers is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them. The Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We exist to prevent children and young people becoming involved in violence across England and Wales. We do this by funding great initiatives, finding out what works and working for change. Key Responsibilities YEF is entering a new phase of growing scale and ambition. There is more urgency and scope than ever for us to contribute meaningfully towards preventing violence amongst children and young people. Communicating with, informing and persuading our growing audiences about the vitality of our mission will require being innovative, hands-on and prepared to speak out with humanity and boldness. The Public Affairs and Communications Team is crucial for effectively communicating and promoting YEF's ideas to a wider audience and driving demand for the evidence about what works to prevent violence amongst children and young people. We can only hope to achieve our mission if those working in our sectors hear from us about what works, trust our research and put our guidance into practice. We need policymakers, politicians and people in charge of services to listen and act, but also youth-workers, police, social workers, headteachers and young people to believe in our movement for change on the ground. We want to continue being a leading voice in the national conversation about preventing violence. Your job will be essential to this. You will support the Public Affairs and Communications team to communicate our work as thoughtfully, impactfully and creatively as possible through engaging media communications and PR campaigns, video-led social media content and strategic digital marketing. Your responsibilities will mostly fall under the following three areas: Digital Marketing, Social Media and Video: Editing, updating and maintaining content on the website, and collaborating with relevant staff teams to ensure content is up to date. Supporting with monthly digital content generation for YEF social media channels, including the planning and creation of short videos and boosting engagement for the YEF podcast. Supporting with segmented email marketing and newsletter content. Monitoring and evaluating our performance across digital platforms in order to expand the number of unique site visits to key website and social media pages, including the Toolkit, YouTube and LinkedIn. Communications, Media and PR: Drafting, managing and distributing stakeholder communications across public affairs and media for new YEF publications and outputs. Identifying and generating monthly media opportunities through outreach with journalists and collating media, publication and journalist lists. Managing organisational inbox and other communications streams. Managing the distribution and development of the case study template and supporting with the successful launch of the grantee storytelling programme. Team Support and Administration: Organising and note-taking for weekly team meetings and tracking the timely completion of minutes and actions. Identifying and generating new public speaking and audience engagement opportunities for Director of Public Affairs and Communications. About you : You don't want your days to pass without making a difference. You want to play a significant part in a charity that is making a difference. You are interested in applying research to understanding and solving social problems affecting people in British society. You are passionate about telling human stories that use creative writing, design, photography and videography to engage diverse audiences. You have experience of using WordPress, Mailchimp or other digital marketing tools, this can be used strategically to get people outside of an organisation to pay attention to and engage with its work. You have experience creating social media assets (using software such as Canva or Adobe Illustrator) and increasing audience engagement on social media platforms such as LinkedIn, YouTube and Instagram. You are a team player who works in an organised, communicative and selfless way. You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. You believe and act in a way that celebrates and encourages a range of experiences, backgrounds and values. You may ideally have, but they are not essential: Experience of working for an organisation that works with, or on issues affecting, children and young people. Digital marketing and communications experience in an organisation whose audiences include youth workers, teachers, the police and policymakers. Short-form video production and editing skills, particularly in service of TikTok, Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts. Experience of working with journalists, publications and online platforms on bringing content, media and PR campaigns to life. While it's not a criteria, we're especially interested to hear from applicants who have lived experience of violence affecting children and young people. It's also important to us that the people we hire do not discriminate. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010, however, the organisation may employ positive action where candidates from underrepresented groups can demonstrate their ability to perform the role equally well. Hybrid Working The office is based in Central London. Those living in and around London are expected to be in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. If you live outside of London and work remotely, you'll be expected to work from the London office 2 days per month. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at the interview stage. To apply Please click on the "Apply for this" button and submit your CV, your completed monitoring form and ensure your covering letter answers the following three questions below. Application Questions: Can you share an example of a creative idea you have worked on that helped secure press coverage? Describe a time you had to increase engagement on a social media platform for a campaign or client. What strategies did you employ, and what were the results? Why is preventing violence amongst children and young people important to you, and how can storytelling help to achieve this goal? Please submit your application by Monday 24th March at 9:00 am Interview process This will be a one stage interview process. Interviews will take place the week of 31st March 2025 We do not sponsor work permits and you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. Benefits include: £1,000 professional development budget annually 28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Employee Assistance Programme - 24hr phone line for free confidential support Volunteering days - 4 half days per year Death in service - 4 times annual salary Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am - 4pm Financial support including travel and hardship loans Employer contributed pension of 5% Your data Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area. The people we are looking for do not discriminate and we believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background.
Court of Protection Appointee and Deputyship Manager - Grade 8 - £47,532 - £51,522pa About Us At the London Borough of Havering, we pride ourselves on being an innovative organisation with a commitment to meeting the needs of our residents. Our corporate values are at the heart of our ways of working. These are Integrity, Creativity, Ambition, Respect, Everyone (ICARE), which best serve our organisation as we work as a team and with the community providing services in a smarter way. We provide our communities with high quality services, ensuring efficiency and value for money, and operating within a Targeted Operating Model is vital to effectively and efficiently support these services. About the Job Court of Protection Appointee and Deputyship Manager - (full-time) Grade 8 - £47,532 - £51,522 per annum We require an Appointee, Deputyship and Protection of Property Manager to lead a small team that undertakes all aspects of safeguarding clients' financial and property affairs administered as a result of powers awarded under Court of Protection Appointee and Deputyship Orders. In addition, they undertake the Council's statutory duty to administer Local Authority Funerals including associated house searches, family and friends searches and provision of guidance to identified known relatives/friends willing and able to administer funerals on behalf of the deceased person. The post holder currently has line management responsibility for 4 Court of Protection Deputyship and Protection of Property Officers and one Business Support Officer and manages a caseload. The post holder will report into the Deputy Head of Business Management for Adults Service. While the offices are based in central Romford, the successful candidate will be required to work from home by default, or from other locations where considered necessary or essential to carry out working duties. Main Objectives: To supervise the efficient and effective running of the department's Court of Protection Deputyship and Protection of Property Team. To act as lead officer on behalf of the Council's Corporate Appointee and Court of Protection Deputy by delegated authority. Directly managing Court of Protection Deputyship and Protection of Property Officers in office and when working at various client addresses throughout and outside Havering and supervising Business Support Officer. Responsible for the management and security of finances held within and external to the department for all Vulnerable Clients. Total Funds Managed in the region of £6.5 million. Management of physical assets and property on behalf of individuals. Responsibility for the management and security of client investments and property held outside the department in the region of £2.5 million. Responsibility for protection of the residential and/or commercial property belonging to vulnerable clients, arranging for sale at the best price. Responsible for the arrangement of Statutory Funerals in accordance with Section 46 Public Health (Control of Diseases) Act 1984 Protection of Property of the deceased, and the Care Act 2014, document searches and securing access to client's assets to minimise Local Authority spend on the funeral. Investigation of individual's circumstances to identify family members and to establish identity in order to best manage funeral arrangements. To commission funerals ensuring the best value for money. To oversee and attend property visits, which includes attending properties where there are health and safety hazards and risks and having ownership of these risks. Provides a financial service in connection with Property Protection action taken by the Head of Adults Social Care under the Care Act 2014 legislation. Responsible for raising and collecting fees and charges from clients in accordance with The Court of Protection Fixed Costs Directions 2017 to contribute to the team's salary costs. Reconciliation of client accounts. Maximisation of client income which involves liaison with third parties including Department of Works and Pensions. Safeguarding individual funds and protecting assets which involves responding to circumstances arising in a risk-based manner. Budget management and forecasting. Maintaining a client banking system and working with corporate finance colleagues on this as well as banking institutions. Investigating and resolving any irregularities. Provide training and advice to care managers and social care providers, as well as working with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure the proper and safe management of funds and assets, including protection of property and pets. Project management and introduction of banking systems. About You You will be a solution-focused individual with a skill set to lead and manage the delivery of safeguarding clients' financial and property affairs with adherence to relevant statutory requirements to maintain good working standards and meet the service user needs. Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders. Experience working in the area of Financial Deputy & Appointee Service. Knowledge of DWP benefits is desirable but not essential. Ability to drive own vehicle or use alternative transport arrangements. Operational management experience within a public sector organisation is desirable but not essential. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact The closing date for the receipt of applications is 28/02/24 , however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on . Please view Job Profile here. Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering . The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than 2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Court of Protection Appointee and Deputyship Manager - Grade 8 - £47,532 - £51,522pa About Us At the London Borough of Havering, we pride ourselves on being an innovative organisation with a commitment to meeting the needs of our residents. Our corporate values are at the heart of our ways of working. These are Integrity, Creativity, Ambition, Respect, Everyone (ICARE), which best serve our organisation as we work as a team and with the community providing services in a smarter way. We provide our communities with high quality services, ensuring efficiency and value for money, and operating within a Targeted Operating Model is vital to effectively and efficiently support these services. About the Job Court of Protection Appointee and Deputyship Manager - (full-time) Grade 8 - £47,532 - £51,522 per annum We require an Appointee, Deputyship and Protection of Property Manager to lead a small team that undertakes all aspects of safeguarding clients' financial and property affairs administered as a result of powers awarded under Court of Protection Appointee and Deputyship Orders. In addition, they undertake the Council's statutory duty to administer Local Authority Funerals including associated house searches, family and friends searches and provision of guidance to identified known relatives/friends willing and able to administer funerals on behalf of the deceased person. The post holder currently has line management responsibility for 4 Court of Protection Deputyship and Protection of Property Officers and one Business Support Officer and manages a caseload. The post holder will report into the Deputy Head of Business Management for Adults Service. While the offices are based in central Romford, the successful candidate will be required to work from home by default, or from other locations where considered necessary or essential to carry out working duties. Main Objectives: To supervise the efficient and effective running of the department's Court of Protection Deputyship and Protection of Property Team. To act as lead officer on behalf of the Council's Corporate Appointee and Court of Protection Deputy by delegated authority. Directly managing Court of Protection Deputyship and Protection of Property Officers in office and when working at various client addresses throughout and outside Havering and supervising Business Support Officer. Responsible for the management and security of finances held within and external to the department for all Vulnerable Clients. Total Funds Managed in the region of £6.5 million. Management of physical assets and property on behalf of individuals. Responsibility for the management and security of client investments and property held outside the department in the region of £2.5 million. Responsibility for protection of the residential and/or commercial property belonging to vulnerable clients, arranging for sale at the best price. Responsible for the arrangement of Statutory Funerals in accordance with Section 46 Public Health (Control of Diseases) Act 1984 Protection of Property of the deceased, and the Care Act 2014, document searches and securing access to client's assets to minimise Local Authority spend on the funeral. Investigation of individual's circumstances to identify family members and to establish identity in order to best manage funeral arrangements. To commission funerals ensuring the best value for money. To oversee and attend property visits, which includes attending properties where there are health and safety hazards and risks and having ownership of these risks. Provides a financial service in connection with Property Protection action taken by the Head of Adults Social Care under the Care Act 2014 legislation. Responsible for raising and collecting fees and charges from clients in accordance with The Court of Protection Fixed Costs Directions 2017 to contribute to the team's salary costs. Reconciliation of client accounts. Maximisation of client income which involves liaison with third parties including Department of Works and Pensions. Safeguarding individual funds and protecting assets which involves responding to circumstances arising in a risk-based manner. Budget management and forecasting. Maintaining a client banking system and working with corporate finance colleagues on this as well as banking institutions. Investigating and resolving any irregularities. Provide training and advice to care managers and social care providers, as well as working with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure the proper and safe management of funds and assets, including protection of property and pets. Project management and introduction of banking systems. About You You will be a solution-focused individual with a skill set to lead and manage the delivery of safeguarding clients' financial and property affairs with adherence to relevant statutory requirements to maintain good working standards and meet the service user needs. Ability to build and maintain good working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders. Experience working in the area of Financial Deputy & Appointee Service. Knowledge of DWP benefits is desirable but not essential. Ability to drive own vehicle or use alternative transport arrangements. Operational management experience within a public sector organisation is desirable but not essential. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact The closing date for the receipt of applications is 28/02/24 , however, interest in this job may be high and we therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy early. You will be notified if your application has been successful. Interview date to be confirmed. Should you require any help or advice with your online application, please contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on . Please view Job Profile here. Additional Information We want everyone to choose Havering. When you apply for a job with us, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. Our residents and service users come from all walks of life, and so do our employees. Find out what it means to Choose Havering . The London Borough of Havering has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Please attach your supporting statement, explaining in no more than 2 A4 sides why and how you meet the criteria for this role. We practice anonymised recruitment. Please ensure that you remove all personal information from any documents that you upload.
Head of Policy and Public Affairs £48-50K per annum Home based / hybrid (Oxfordshire office) with regular travel to London Full time (37.5 hrs per week) some flexibility will be considered Permanent Would you like to make a positive impact for rural communities across England? Would you like to help tackle rural deprivation and ensure rural areas have fairer access to essential services? Would you like to help rural communities reach their full potential? About Us Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) champions thriving, sustainable and inclusive rural communities that have the services they need and the resources to secure equitable outcomes for everyone. We are the only national charity speaking up for everyone in rural areas, and work closely with our 38 member organisations who support local communities across England. Together we campaign for change, enable local action, and improve support for people most in need. We work with government and other national partners to explore the issues affecting rural communities and identify solutions so that no one is disadvantaged by where they live. About the Role We are seeking a Head of Policy and Public Affairs to join our ambitious team. This is a new post that will play a key role in delivering our forthcoming strategy and the next phase of our development. You will lead our engagement with policy makers and stakeholders, and work with our members to campaign on the issues that will have the greatest impact on rural communities. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will also manage the Senior Communications Officer, and advise and support the wider team and our member bodies. You will have the chance to shape ACRE s future development and priorities and build innovative new partnerships. About You You will have a track record of developing and executing public affairs strategies that deliver tangible results, bringing organisations together to work in partnership, and creating eye catching, integrated campaigns that raise awareness of low profile issues and drive change. A confident networker, you will be used to working with politicians, advisers and officials at senior level. A strategic thinker, you will also enjoy getting the job done, and be used to dealing with multiple projects at one time as well as spotting new opportunities. You will have direct experience of living in a rural community or have a strong empathy with our cause. This role is a great opportunity for an experienced policy and public affairs professional to make a real impact for communities that are often unheard and poorly understood. You will be joining a small, focused and energetic organisation while being part of a unique national network. If you share our vision and ambition please get in touch. Working at ACRE The ACRE team is largely home based. Most of the team meet once a week in our office in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, and we all meet together at least once a month. Benefits include up to 30 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, life cover and flexible working arrangements. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, traditions and ways of life. Please note you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection. Closing date for applications: 9am on Thursday 13 March. First round interviews: Online on Monday 24 and Thursday 27 March. Second round interviews: In person at ACRE in Woodstock on Friday 4 April. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. No agencies please.
Feb 21, 2025
Full time
Head of Policy and Public Affairs £48-50K per annum Home based / hybrid (Oxfordshire office) with regular travel to London Full time (37.5 hrs per week) some flexibility will be considered Permanent Would you like to make a positive impact for rural communities across England? Would you like to help tackle rural deprivation and ensure rural areas have fairer access to essential services? Would you like to help rural communities reach their full potential? About Us Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) champions thriving, sustainable and inclusive rural communities that have the services they need and the resources to secure equitable outcomes for everyone. We are the only national charity speaking up for everyone in rural areas, and work closely with our 38 member organisations who support local communities across England. Together we campaign for change, enable local action, and improve support for people most in need. We work with government and other national partners to explore the issues affecting rural communities and identify solutions so that no one is disadvantaged by where they live. About the Role We are seeking a Head of Policy and Public Affairs to join our ambitious team. This is a new post that will play a key role in delivering our forthcoming strategy and the next phase of our development. You will lead our engagement with policy makers and stakeholders, and work with our members to campaign on the issues that will have the greatest impact on rural communities. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will also manage the Senior Communications Officer, and advise and support the wider team and our member bodies. You will have the chance to shape ACRE s future development and priorities and build innovative new partnerships. About You You will have a track record of developing and executing public affairs strategies that deliver tangible results, bringing organisations together to work in partnership, and creating eye catching, integrated campaigns that raise awareness of low profile issues and drive change. A confident networker, you will be used to working with politicians, advisers and officials at senior level. A strategic thinker, you will also enjoy getting the job done, and be used to dealing with multiple projects at one time as well as spotting new opportunities. You will have direct experience of living in a rural community or have a strong empathy with our cause. This role is a great opportunity for an experienced policy and public affairs professional to make a real impact for communities that are often unheard and poorly understood. You will be joining a small, focused and energetic organisation while being part of a unique national network. If you share our vision and ambition please get in touch. Working at ACRE The ACRE team is largely home based. Most of the team meet once a week in our office in Woodstock, Oxfordshire, and we all meet together at least once a month. Benefits include up to 30 days holiday, contributory pension scheme, life cover and flexible working arrangements. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, traditions and ways of life. Please note you will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection. Closing date for applications: 9am on Thursday 13 March. First round interviews: Online on Monday 24 and Thursday 27 March. Second round interviews: In person at ACRE in Woodstock on Friday 4 April. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. No agencies please.
Director of Policy and Fundraising Glasgow/hybrid working, with flexibility to occasionally travel £63,383 The Scottish Refugee Council The Scottish Refugee Council, established in 1985, is an independent charity dedicated to supporting individuals seeking refugee protection in Scotland. Each year, they assist thousands of men, women, and children in rebuilding their lives by providing practical support, advice, and advocacy. Their comprehensive services include guidance on housing, healthcare, education, and employment, ensuring that refugees can integrate successfully into Scottish society. Beyond direct support, the Council actively campaigns for a fairer, more humane asylum system and works to increase public understanding of refugee issues. Their vision is a Scotland where all people seeking refugee protection are welcomed, have their human rights and dignity respected, and are empowered to achieve their full potential. The Role We are seeking a dynamic Director of Policy and Fundraising to shape and drive SRC's policy, advocacy, media, communications and fundraising strategies. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in influencing decision-makers, securing vital funding, and strengthening our external presence. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will lead a dedicated team, ensuring our work remains impactful and financially sustainable. This is an exciting opportunity to build on Scottish Refugee Council's strong foundation, forging key partnerships, amplifying refugee voices, and driving strategic development. The role involves engaging with government, funders, media, and the public while overseeing the organisation's income generation and external affairs strategy. Key priorities include shaping policy positions, managing stakeholder relationships, securing significant funding, and leading high-impact communications. The Person We are looking for an experienced senior leader with a background in policy development, fundraising, or external affairs. You will have a strong track record of securing major funding, influencing policy, and leading strategic initiatives. You should also have knowledge/experience of leading multidisciplinary departments. You will bring excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with key decision-makers across Scotland and the UK. Experience in the voluntary sector, government engagement, or asylum and refugee policy would be advantageous. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for social justice and the leadership skills to drive real change, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Debbie Shields or Afia Evans at Aspen People on . More information can be found on our dedicated recruitment microsite at: Closing date for applications is Monday 10 th March 2025. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter (as one document) via the apply button. If you are unable to combine your documents, then please email your cover letter to .
Feb 20, 2025
Full time
Director of Policy and Fundraising Glasgow/hybrid working, with flexibility to occasionally travel £63,383 The Scottish Refugee Council The Scottish Refugee Council, established in 1985, is an independent charity dedicated to supporting individuals seeking refugee protection in Scotland. Each year, they assist thousands of men, women, and children in rebuilding their lives by providing practical support, advice, and advocacy. Their comprehensive services include guidance on housing, healthcare, education, and employment, ensuring that refugees can integrate successfully into Scottish society. Beyond direct support, the Council actively campaigns for a fairer, more humane asylum system and works to increase public understanding of refugee issues. Their vision is a Scotland where all people seeking refugee protection are welcomed, have their human rights and dignity respected, and are empowered to achieve their full potential. The Role We are seeking a dynamic Director of Policy and Fundraising to shape and drive SRC's policy, advocacy, media, communications and fundraising strategies. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in influencing decision-makers, securing vital funding, and strengthening our external presence. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will lead a dedicated team, ensuring our work remains impactful and financially sustainable. This is an exciting opportunity to build on Scottish Refugee Council's strong foundation, forging key partnerships, amplifying refugee voices, and driving strategic development. The role involves engaging with government, funders, media, and the public while overseeing the organisation's income generation and external affairs strategy. Key priorities include shaping policy positions, managing stakeholder relationships, securing significant funding, and leading high-impact communications. The Person We are looking for an experienced senior leader with a background in policy development, fundraising, or external affairs. You will have a strong track record of securing major funding, influencing policy, and leading strategic initiatives. You should also have knowledge/experience of leading multidisciplinary departments. You will bring excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with key decision-makers across Scotland and the UK. Experience in the voluntary sector, government engagement, or asylum and refugee policy would be advantageous. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for social justice and the leadership skills to drive real change, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Debbie Shields or Afia Evans at Aspen People on . More information can be found on our dedicated recruitment microsite at: Closing date for applications is Monday 10 th March 2025. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter (as one document) via the apply button. If you are unable to combine your documents, then please email your cover letter to .
