Head Of Development Reporting to - CEO Department - Development Direct reports - Events and Business Development Manager, Development Executive, Membership officer(P/T) Contract Type - Permanent/full time., part time/flexible working may be considered. To apply please go to; The Role The Head of Development is responsible for delivering our development strategy that will secure the long-term future of the charity by achieving significant levels of fundraising, securing major gifts and grants from trusts and foundations, securing financial support from corporate partners, sponsors, donors and from commercial events. As a senior manager they will lead on fundraising for capital development, creative engagement and education work delivered through Lighthouse Academy, artistic projects, Lighthouse 50th Birthday programme as well as supporting core costs. They will lead, inspire, support and mentor the fundraising team, and support the organisation to embed the development function within the day-to-day operations. Main Responsibilities Deliver the development strategy which will achieve fundraising targets for both reserved and unreserved income to support the work of Lighthouse. Adapt the strategy when necessary and incorporate new potential income streams as appropriate. Develop and deliver funding campaigns to achieve project, revenue and capital fundraising targets Create strategies and campaigns to create pipelines, attract prospects, and oversee the process delivery. Working to a regularly updated trusts strategy, write and submit applications to support capital, project and core needs. Take responsibility for the timely reporting process to trusts after receiving grants. Develop and maintain a range of relationships with the corporate sector, trusts and foundations, individual donors, to develop and expand sources of investment in Lighthouse. Manage and mentor the Development team and work closely with all departments to achieve development goals. Strategy Working closely with the CEO and the Head of Finance, take responsibility for delivering, developing, monitoring and reporting on an ambitious fundraising strategy. Be responsible for creating targets for each income stream to achieve the overall developmental target. Continually monitor these, create new initiatives, and support the team to ensure success, or reforecast and report any variation to the Head of Finance and CEO. Support the CEO and Board in embedding the organisation's strategy culturally within the organisation, ensuring that all levels of the organisation can have a meaningful impact on the delivery of the strategy. Leadership and Management Play a key role in the organisation as a member of the Senior Management Team, contributing to and shaping the organisation strategy and direction. Provide leadership to the Development team, mentoring and line managing them to achieve fundraising goals in support of the company's vision. Liaise with organisation-wide teams to ensure fundraising is integrated into other ongoing activities i.e. ticket sales, PR, media coverage, visitor access, conferencing facilities. Help create an environment where members of staff are enabled to work safely and to their full potential and where audiences and artists feel welcomed and stimulated. Lead on developing key external business relationships. Oversee contractual arrangements for staff within the Development department. Work with the Trustees to build the fundraising capacity of the Board and engage and support board trustees in relevant fundraising initiatives. Prepare reports and make presentations for the Board as required. Conduct monthly 121s and annual staff appraisals with direct reports. Development Develop, communicate, and work to a clear action plan and fundraising pipeline. Plan, coordinate and project-manage the preparation of funding bids and proposals across the organisation. Write funding bids to a high professional level, presenting the venue with flair and professionalism. Oversee and support the writing of funding applications from others in the organisation. Actively seek sponsorship for strands of the artistic programme and capital developments. Make and present appeals to prospects where appropriate - individually and alongside appropriate personnel from the relevant teams. Manage on-going information flow with regards to progress with prospects and donors. Maintain relationships with current donors and grant-giving partners through an exceptional stewardship programme. Ensure CRM systems are maintained and comply with GDPR. Utilise the data base (Spektrix) effectively. Develop a system for identifying, researching, building and managing relationships with potential major donors. Establish, support, co-ordinate and manage the work of any Development Working Groups and/or committee/s. Ensure all the necessary policies, procedures and systems for successful fundraising are in place and kept regularly up to date. Lead on insight & evaluation reporting for funders and the organisation, ensuring comprehensive data collection and evaluation. Report on performance quarterly, evaluating and controlling deadlines and targets. Communications Ensure exceptional communication with all donors and that stewardship plans for corporate partners, trusts and foundations, major donors and members are implemented. Work closely with the Head of Audiences and the Marketing & Communications team to develop relevant promotional material for development activity and impact. Promote and advocate the work of the venue both internally and to key stakeholders, audiences and the wider theatre and music industry. Represent the organisation at internal and external meetings when appropriate. Prepare internal & external funding reports; monitor and report on fundraising progress, analysing results to inform future strategies. Financial Ensure that fundraising and sponsorship income targets are achieved, and expenditures remain within agreed budgets. Be accountable for implementing the agreed business and financial objectives for the Development department. Manage the department expenditure budget. Comply with the company's financial, management and monetary procedures. Ensure that effective systems are employed for tax-efficient giving, gift management and accounting and to produce clear financial reports. Ensure all tax/VAT issues regarding gifts/ benefits are aligned with current HMRC regulations. General Attend evening and weekend events as required. Represent the company at all times and show leadership within the organisation. Operate in line with the Institute of Fundraising Codes of Practice. Person Specification Essential skills and experience At least 10 years' experience and a demonstrable track record of raising significant funding income. Experience of fundraising in an Arts environment. Proven entrepreneurial skills in reaching or exceeding personal targets. Proven experience of planning and implementing successful development campaigns and effective customer relationship management. Knowledge of a broad range of development initiatives including corporate sponsorship, corporate schemes, Trusts & Foundations, Friends schemes, HNWI stewarding, individual giving, direct mail campaigns and income-generating events. Planning Knowledge and proven experience of implementing and reporting on strategic and operational development plans. Communication Exceptional oral, written, presentation skills. Strong negotiation skills, tactful and diplomatic (ability to convert a gift, increase a gift). Strong interpersonal skills (building and developing one-to-one relationships at all levels). Research Proven ability to research, analyse and manage development data bases. Knowledge of GDPR and compliant use/storage of data. External relationships Demonstrable experience of developing and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of Trusts, Foundations, donors, organisations and individuals. Strong networking skills. Organisation An energetic and self-motivated approach to work. Proven ability to organise and prioritise a demanding workload and to work effectively with minimum supervision. A willingness to contribute whole heartedly to the efforts of the team. Managerial Skills Proven ability to supervise, manage, inspire, motivate, and develop staff. Financial Management Excellent numeracy skills. Proven ability to devise strategic development and project budgets and to effectively manage, monitor and report on income and expenditure. An understanding and knowledge of tax and legal issues affecting development in the charities sector. Computer & Administrative Skills Computer literate with working knowledge of relevant IT and admin support systems. High level of expertise on CRM systems. Highly organised and efficient and able to meet and keep to deadlines . click apply for full job details
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Head Of Development Reporting to - CEO Department - Development Direct reports - Events and Business Development Manager, Development Executive, Membership officer(P/T) Contract Type - Permanent/full time., part time/flexible working may be considered. To apply please go to; The Role The Head of Development is responsible for delivering our development strategy that will secure the long-term future of the charity by achieving significant levels of fundraising, securing major gifts and grants from trusts and foundations, securing financial support from corporate partners, sponsors, donors and from commercial events. As a senior manager they will lead on fundraising for capital development, creative engagement and education work delivered through Lighthouse Academy, artistic projects, Lighthouse 50th Birthday programme as well as supporting core costs. They will lead, inspire, support and mentor the fundraising team, and support the organisation to embed the development function within the day-to-day operations. Main Responsibilities Deliver the development strategy which will achieve fundraising targets for both reserved and unreserved income to support the work of Lighthouse. Adapt the strategy when necessary and incorporate new potential income streams as appropriate. Develop and deliver funding campaigns to achieve project, revenue and capital fundraising targets Create strategies and campaigns to create pipelines, attract prospects, and oversee the process delivery. Working to a regularly updated trusts strategy, write and submit applications to support capital, project and core needs. Take responsibility for the timely reporting process to trusts after receiving grants. Develop and maintain a range of relationships with the corporate sector, trusts and foundations, individual donors, to develop and expand sources of investment in Lighthouse. Manage and mentor the Development team and work closely with all departments to achieve development goals. Strategy Working closely with the CEO and the Head of Finance, take responsibility for delivering, developing, monitoring and reporting on an ambitious fundraising strategy. Be responsible for creating targets for each income stream to achieve the overall developmental target. Continually monitor these, create new initiatives, and support the team to ensure success, or reforecast and report any variation to the Head of Finance and CEO. Support the CEO and Board in embedding the organisation's strategy culturally within the organisation, ensuring that all levels of the organisation can have a meaningful impact on the delivery of the strategy. Leadership and Management Play a key role in the organisation as a member of the Senior Management Team, contributing to and shaping the organisation strategy and direction. Provide leadership to the Development team, mentoring and line managing them to achieve fundraising goals in support of the company's vision. Liaise with organisation-wide teams to ensure fundraising is integrated into other ongoing activities i.e. ticket sales, PR, media coverage, visitor access, conferencing facilities. Help create an environment where members of staff are enabled to work safely and to their full potential and where audiences and artists feel welcomed and stimulated. Lead on developing key external business relationships. Oversee contractual arrangements for staff within the Development department. Work with the Trustees to build the fundraising capacity of the Board and engage and support board trustees in relevant fundraising initiatives. Prepare reports and make presentations for the Board as required. Conduct monthly 121s and annual staff appraisals with direct reports. Development Develop, communicate, and work to a clear action plan and fundraising pipeline. Plan, coordinate and project-manage the preparation of funding bids and proposals across the organisation. Write funding bids to a high professional level, presenting the venue with flair and professionalism. Oversee and support the writing of funding applications from others in the organisation. Actively seek sponsorship for strands of the artistic programme and capital developments. Make and present appeals to prospects where appropriate - individually and alongside appropriate personnel from the relevant teams. Manage on-going information flow with regards to progress with prospects and donors. Maintain relationships with current donors and grant-giving partners through an exceptional stewardship programme. Ensure CRM systems are maintained and comply with GDPR. Utilise the data base (Spektrix) effectively. Develop a system for identifying, researching, building and managing relationships with potential major donors. Establish, support, co-ordinate and manage the work of any Development Working Groups and/or committee/s. Ensure all the necessary policies, procedures and systems for successful fundraising are in place and kept regularly up to date. Lead on insight & evaluation reporting for funders and the organisation, ensuring comprehensive data collection and evaluation. Report on performance quarterly, evaluating and controlling deadlines and targets. Communications Ensure exceptional communication with all donors and that stewardship plans for corporate partners, trusts and foundations, major donors and members are implemented. Work closely with the Head of Audiences and the Marketing & Communications team to develop relevant promotional material for development activity and impact. Promote and advocate the work of the venue both internally and to key stakeholders, audiences and the wider theatre and music industry. Represent the organisation at internal and external meetings when appropriate. Prepare internal & external funding reports; monitor and report on fundraising progress, analysing results to inform future strategies. Financial Ensure that fundraising and sponsorship income targets are achieved, and expenditures remain within agreed budgets. Be accountable for implementing the agreed business and financial objectives for the Development department. Manage the department expenditure budget. Comply with the company's financial, management and monetary procedures. Ensure that effective systems are employed for tax-efficient giving, gift management and accounting and to produce clear financial reports. Ensure all tax/VAT issues regarding gifts/ benefits are aligned with current HMRC regulations. General Attend evening and weekend events as required. Represent the company at all times and show leadership within the organisation. Operate in line with the Institute of Fundraising Codes of Practice. Person Specification Essential skills and experience At least 10 years' experience and a demonstrable track record of raising significant funding income. Experience of fundraising in an Arts environment. Proven entrepreneurial skills in reaching or exceeding personal targets. Proven experience of planning and implementing successful development campaigns and effective customer relationship management. Knowledge of a broad range of development initiatives including corporate sponsorship, corporate schemes, Trusts & Foundations, Friends schemes, HNWI stewarding, individual giving, direct mail campaigns and income-generating events. Planning Knowledge and proven experience of implementing and reporting on strategic and operational development plans. Communication Exceptional oral, written, presentation skills. Strong negotiation skills, tactful and diplomatic (ability to convert a gift, increase a gift). Strong interpersonal skills (building and developing one-to-one relationships at all levels). Research Proven ability to research, analyse and manage development data bases. Knowledge of GDPR and compliant use/storage of data. External relationships Demonstrable experience of developing and maintaining effective relationships with a wide range of Trusts, Foundations, donors, organisations and individuals. Strong networking skills. Organisation An energetic and self-motivated approach to work. Proven ability to organise and prioritise a demanding workload and to work effectively with minimum supervision. A willingness to contribute whole heartedly to the efforts of the team. Managerial Skills Proven ability to supervise, manage, inspire, motivate, and develop staff. Financial Management Excellent numeracy skills. Proven ability to devise strategic development and project budgets and to effectively manage, monitor and report on income and expenditure. An understanding and knowledge of tax and legal issues affecting development in the charities sector. Computer & Administrative Skills Computer literate with working knowledge of relevant IT and admin support systems. High level of expertise on CRM systems. Highly organised and efficient and able to meet and keep to deadlines . click apply for full job details
On behalf of the Cabinet Office, we are looking for a Senior Business Case Manager (Inside IR35) for a 6 month contract which is a hybrid role so requires up to 4 days a week in the London office The Cabinet Office supports the Prime Minister and ensures the effective running of government. The Cabinet Office is also the corporate headquarters for the government, in partnership with HM Treasury, and takes the lead in certain critical policy areas. The Cabinet Office is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated individual to take on the role of G7 Business Case lead, a critical workstrand within the Digital ID Programme. This is a complex, fast-paced role at the centre of government to deliver a transformational government capability. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Diversity of thought, skills and experience is a valuable asset in this team. SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. As a Senior Business Case Manager, your main responsibilities will be: Lead the planning, development, and drafting of business cases. Ready to challenge expert input and ensure compliance with organisational and Treasury requirements. Use insights from similar projects to guide the preparation of business cases. Lead engagement with stakeholders to identify, define, and quantify benefits. Negotiate with stakeholders to agree on key benefits and work with senior sponsors to ensure their expectations are met. Create and provide guidance to project teams on business case requirements and development using organisational templates and the HMT 5 case model. Ensure all relevant organisational factors for change are included within a comprehensive business case and provide a clear rationale for preferred options. Apply data analytics to develop robust business cases, assess project viability and track benefits realisation. Leadership and line management of a small team working on business case development. Leading working groups of colleagues from across diverse teams and organisations to develop the business case. Providing robust advice to seniors, relevant boards, ministers on business case development. Essential Skills Demonstrable experience planning, developing and drafting end-to-end business cases for complex programmes with expertise in the HM Treasury Green Book and the 5-Case Model. Ability to challenge expert/technical inputs and options to ensure they are robust and provide genuine value for money. Proficiency in identifying and quantifying both financial and non-financial benefits, ensuring they are realistic, measurable, and aligned with organisational strategy. Ability to use data analytics and financial modelling to assess project viability, conduct sensitivity analysis, and track long-term benefits realisation. Proven ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders with competing priorities (e.g., Finance, Commercial, Policy, and Digital), building consensus on the best way forward; ability to confidently provide robust advice to senior leaders. Experience in providing guidance, templates, and training to project teams to upskill them in business case development. Ability to lead and develop a high-performing and inclusive team, and to embed a positive team culture and working practices in a fast-paced delivery environment. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, The Cabinet Office guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant The Cabinet Office guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Mar 02, 2026
Contractor
On behalf of the Cabinet Office, we are looking for a Senior Business Case Manager (Inside IR35) for a 6 month contract which is a hybrid role so requires up to 4 days a week in the London office The Cabinet Office supports the Prime Minister and ensures the effective running of government. The Cabinet Office is also the corporate headquarters for the government, in partnership with HM Treasury, and takes the lead in certain critical policy areas. The Cabinet Office is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated individual to take on the role of G7 Business Case lead, a critical workstrand within the Digital ID Programme. This is a complex, fast-paced role at the centre of government to deliver a transformational government capability. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Diversity of thought, skills and experience is a valuable asset in this team. SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. As a Senior Business Case Manager, your main responsibilities will be: Lead the planning, development, and drafting of business cases. Ready to challenge expert input and ensure compliance with organisational and Treasury requirements. Use insights from similar projects to guide the preparation of business cases. Lead engagement with stakeholders to identify, define, and quantify benefits. Negotiate with stakeholders to agree on key benefits and work with senior sponsors to ensure their expectations are met. Create and provide guidance to project teams on business case requirements and development using organisational templates and the HMT 5 case model. Ensure all relevant organisational factors for change are included within a comprehensive business case and provide a clear rationale for preferred options. Apply data analytics to develop robust business cases, assess project viability and track benefits realisation. Leadership and line management of a small team working on business case development. Leading working groups of colleagues from across diverse teams and organisations to develop the business case. Providing robust advice to seniors, relevant boards, ministers on business case development. Essential Skills Demonstrable experience planning, developing and drafting end-to-end business cases for complex programmes with expertise in the HM Treasury Green Book and the 5-Case Model. Ability to challenge expert/technical inputs and options to ensure they are robust and provide genuine value for money. Proficiency in identifying and quantifying both financial and non-financial benefits, ensuring they are realistic, measurable, and aligned with organisational strategy. Ability to use data analytics and financial modelling to assess project viability, conduct sensitivity analysis, and track long-term benefits realisation. Proven ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders with competing priorities (e.g., Finance, Commercial, Policy, and Digital), building consensus on the best way forward; ability to confidently provide robust advice to senior leaders. Experience in providing guidance, templates, and training to project teams to upskill them in business case development. Ability to lead and develop a high-performing and inclusive team, and to embed a positive team culture and working practices in a fast-paced delivery environment. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, The Cabinet Office guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant The Cabinet Office guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".
Middle Office Manager - The London Treasury Key information Contract type: Permanent Reference: MOM001 Interview date: Interviews are scheduled to take place during week commencing 09 March 2026. Please note the Employer for this post is The London Treasury Not The GLA London Treasury London Treasury's mission is to help local authorities achieve better outcomes from their investments and treasury management activities. Created as an arm's length subsidiary by the GLA, it addresses liquidity, treasury, net zero and SME investment challenges faced by its clients. London Treasury is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to facilitate sharing our areas of expertise with the public sector. Role purpose This role is to be the link between the investment team and the back office, fund administrator and finance team providing investment transaction support, reconciling investment transaction errors and assisting with investment monitoring and report writing. Responsibilities Managing the onboarding process for new investments including completing subscription forms, anti-money laundering checks, know-your-client checks, completing mandatory tax forms (FATCA/CRS self-certifications and W 8/W 9) and obtaining approvals before completion Managing investor consents, including changes to LPAs, date amendments, limit alterations, and waivers Collating the Portfolio reports in conjunction with the investment team Monitoring income and valuation movements to ensure the Fund Administrator reports are accurate. Ensuring the allocation between Limited Partners is appropriate and issuing the schedule and approval form for signature For strategic lending, monitoring drawdown/redemption requests and issuing interest statements as per the loan agreements Assessing quarterly fee rebates Core Treasury: Ensuring the approved counterparty list is up to date and updating the counterparty credit analysis Monitoring fixed income receipts and ensuring the Fund Administrator and the Finance team have accurately reflected income accruals Managing know-your-client requests on both new and existing core investments as required Maintaining the authorised signatory/ dealer/contact lists with counterparties and service providers Fund operations: Managing communications to the Limited Partners in line with the LPA including core commitment changes, notification of dividends, monthly statements to LPs, monthly treasury team data provision re functional bodies, stress testing analysis of the fund, assembling data for regulatory filings (including quarterly Annex IV reports to the AIFM, G10 Capital), preparing fund performance data and reports for pitch books and marketing materials in line with FCA regulations, collating and assessing the inherent fund management costs and benchmarking LTLF costs against similar funds, monitoring the Fund Administrator's compliance reports and liaising with the CRO as required Assisting with statutory and internal audits with regards to investments, including sending audit confirmation requests and collating investment information Data room management: controlling access and updating as required Maintaining a list of user access to the various portals used for LTLF (e.g., the Fund Administrator) and providing bank user requests and cancellations to the Finance team Role specific requirements Demonstrable Financial Operations experience in an FCA regulated environment required Understanding of the trade lifecycle, financial products and credit risk within LTLF Familiarity with complex legal structures such as funds, partnerships, SPVs, trusts, and holding companies Specific experience in investment due diligence or other suitable corporate finance experience Either a certificate in Investment Management (IMC), Investment Operations (IOC) or Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Level 1 would be advantageous Organised, analytical and able to manage multiple and/or complex workflows General Requirements - Associates Organisational Leadership Accountability: Be persuasive and confident, with the ability to represent the organisation at board/committee and senior official level Collaboration: Work effectively with team members, Delivery Group and Executive Committee, external partners and stakeholders Stakeholders Proven people skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with all stakeholders Client Facing: Approach and mindset demonstrate understanding of key client needs and expectations Resource Management Effectiveness and Productivity: Effectively utilises resources to support overall business objectives; demonstrates a commercial, outcomes and solutions-focused mindset Flexibility and Responsiveness: Be flexible and manage change. Quick to respond to competing or changing priorities and deadlines Integrity: Adheres to LTL's compliance manual, internal policies and procedures, and other regulatory requirements, taking accountability for the same across business area. Undertake the role in accordance with London Treasury's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards Attention to fine detail while maintaining awareness of overall organisational strategy, proactively seeking to advance organisational goals Technical Competence Technical: Detailed understanding of area of responsibility alongside knowledge of the wider organisational structure and activities of LTL CPD: Commits to continuous professional development including undertaking training and development as required by the firm from time to time Inclusive Culture: championing an inclusive culture for all. Realise the benefits of London's diversity by promoting and enabling equality Commitment to collegiate and collaborative working Value added and Proactiveness: Applies judgement and works with significant levels of independence to progress individual and team goals Internal/External Communication Skills Communication: Effective written and oral communication style with the ability to draft board-level reports, decision recommendations and internal guidance The GLA is proud to be a Level 2: Disability Confident employer. We are committed to becoming a more inclusive and accessible organisation, and creating a truly inclusive and accessible workplace and culture for our disabled staff. We have named Disability Equality as a key corporate priority within our EDI Strategy. We welcome and encourage applications from disabled applicants. Should you wish to opt into the scheme, please let us know during your application. Need a document on this page in an accessible format? If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a version of a PDF or other document on this page in a more accessible format, please get in touch via our online form and tell us which format you need. It will also help us if you tell us which assistive technology you use. We'll consider your request and get back to you in 5 working days.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Middle Office Manager - The London Treasury Key information Contract type: Permanent Reference: MOM001 Interview date: Interviews are scheduled to take place during week commencing 09 March 2026. Please note the Employer for this post is The London Treasury Not The GLA London Treasury London Treasury's mission is to help local authorities achieve better outcomes from their investments and treasury management activities. Created as an arm's length subsidiary by the GLA, it addresses liquidity, treasury, net zero and SME investment challenges faced by its clients. London Treasury is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to facilitate sharing our areas of expertise with the public sector. Role purpose This role is to be the link between the investment team and the back office, fund administrator and finance team providing investment transaction support, reconciling investment transaction errors and assisting with investment monitoring and report writing. Responsibilities Managing the onboarding process for new investments including completing subscription forms, anti-money laundering checks, know-your-client checks, completing mandatory tax forms (FATCA/CRS self-certifications and W 8/W 9) and obtaining approvals before completion Managing investor consents, including changes to LPAs, date amendments, limit alterations, and waivers Collating the Portfolio reports in conjunction with the investment team Monitoring income and valuation movements to ensure the Fund Administrator reports are accurate. Ensuring the allocation between Limited Partners is appropriate and issuing the schedule and approval form for signature For strategic lending, monitoring drawdown/redemption requests and issuing interest statements as per the loan agreements Assessing quarterly fee rebates Core Treasury: Ensuring the approved counterparty list is up to date and updating the counterparty credit analysis Monitoring fixed income receipts and ensuring the Fund Administrator and the Finance team have accurately reflected income accruals Managing know-your-client requests on both new and existing core investments as required Maintaining the authorised signatory/ dealer/contact lists with counterparties and service providers Fund operations: Managing communications to the Limited Partners in line with the LPA including core commitment changes, notification of dividends, monthly statements to LPs, monthly treasury team data provision re functional bodies, stress testing analysis of the fund, assembling data for regulatory filings (including quarterly Annex IV reports to the AIFM, G10 Capital), preparing fund performance data and reports for pitch books and marketing materials in line with FCA regulations, collating and assessing the inherent fund management costs and benchmarking LTLF costs against similar funds, monitoring the Fund Administrator's compliance reports and liaising with the CRO as required Assisting with statutory and internal audits with regards to investments, including sending audit confirmation requests and collating investment information Data room management: controlling access and updating as required Maintaining a list of user access to the various portals used for LTLF (e.g., the Fund Administrator) and providing bank user requests and cancellations to the Finance team Role specific requirements Demonstrable Financial Operations experience in an FCA regulated environment required Understanding of the trade lifecycle, financial products and credit risk within LTLF Familiarity with complex legal structures such as funds, partnerships, SPVs, trusts, and holding companies Specific experience in investment due diligence or other suitable corporate finance experience Either a certificate in Investment Management (IMC), Investment Operations (IOC) or Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA) Level 1 would be advantageous Organised, analytical and able to manage multiple and/or complex workflows General Requirements - Associates Organisational Leadership Accountability: Be persuasive and confident, with the ability to represent the organisation at board/committee and senior official level Collaboration: Work effectively with team members, Delivery Group and Executive Committee, external partners and stakeholders Stakeholders Proven people skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with all stakeholders Client Facing: Approach and mindset demonstrate understanding of key client needs and expectations Resource Management Effectiveness and Productivity: Effectively utilises resources to support overall business objectives; demonstrates a commercial, outcomes and solutions-focused mindset Flexibility and Responsiveness: Be flexible and manage change. Quick to respond to competing or changing priorities and deadlines Integrity: Adheres to LTL's compliance manual, internal policies and procedures, and other regulatory requirements, taking accountability for the same across business area. Undertake the role in accordance with London Treasury's policies and Code of Ethics and Standards Attention to fine detail while maintaining awareness of overall organisational strategy, proactively seeking to advance organisational goals Technical Competence Technical: Detailed understanding of area of responsibility alongside knowledge of the wider organisational structure and activities of LTL CPD: Commits to continuous professional development including undertaking training and development as required by the firm from time to time Inclusive Culture: championing an inclusive culture for all. Realise the benefits of London's diversity by promoting and enabling equality Commitment to collegiate and collaborative working Value added and Proactiveness: Applies judgement and works with significant levels of independence to progress individual and team goals Internal/External Communication Skills Communication: Effective written and oral communication style with the ability to draft board-level reports, decision recommendations and internal guidance The GLA is proud to be a Level 2: Disability Confident employer. We are committed to becoming a more inclusive and accessible organisation, and creating a truly inclusive and accessible workplace and culture for our disabled staff. We have named Disability Equality as a key corporate priority within our EDI Strategy. We welcome and encourage applications from disabled applicants. Should you wish to opt into the scheme, please let us know during your application. Need a document on this page in an accessible format? 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Role: Operations Controller Location: Stoke-on-Trent Industry: Manufacturing Salary: 40,000- 45,000 Type: Full-Time - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Operations Controller - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Stoke-on-Trent (with occasional travel to Wolverhampton) Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Our client is seeking a commercially minded Operations Controller to join their UK team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting operational and financial performance across two UK manufacturing sites. The position has arisen to provide additional controlling support while a senior leader undertakes an interim commercial leadership role. You will work closely with the Group Controlling Manager and UK operational management team, delivering high-quality financial insight to support business decisions. What's on Offer Salary up to 45,000 per annum (DOE) 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 1 celebration day (pro-rata) 5% pension contribution Medicash Health Cash Plan 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Full-time on-site for first 3 months (training), with potential hybrid working (1-2 days from home) thereafter Based at the Stoke site, you may occasionally travel to the Wolverhampton site (pool car provided). The Role Operational & Financial Control Monitor and report on production processes Calculate and analyse standard costs Conduct monthly production variance analysis Develop and track production-based KPIs Perform variance analysis (actual vs budget/prior year) Complete monthly costing and closing activities Lead the annual budgeting process for operational areas Provide first-line SAP support Analyse and improve working capital performance Support monthly P&L reporting Analyse plant and non-plant operational costs Commercial Support & Contract Management Act as a business partner in commercial contract negotiations Support contract discussions with the commercial team Manage rebate accruals, calculations, credit notes and payment follow-up Produce margin analysis, commercial reporting, and ad-hoc analysis Audit & Compliance Ensure compliance with Group policies and financial governance Support internal and external audits Address and resolve audit findings Investment Analysis Support investment appraisals (NPV/IRR analysis) Ensure projects comply with Group policies Conduct post-investment reviews Cross-Functional Support Partner across logistics, purchasing, statutory accounts, payroll, ONS reporting, and new product development Maintain and lead investment analysis processes About You Qualifications & Experience Formal accounting qualification (AAT, CIMA, ACCA) or Master's degree in Finance/Economics (or equivalent experience) Experience within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of standard costing and production processes Technical Skills SAP experience desirable Power BI experience advantageous Strong financial and operational knowledge Confident working cross-functionally Key Competencies Structured problem-solving and decision-making Ability to recommend cost savings and efficiency improvements Strong analytical and reporting skills Commercially aware and detail-focused Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels, including European shared services teams Success Measures You will deliver: Accurate and timely monthly reporting (P&L, variances, costing) High-quality standard costing and variance analysis On-time budgets and forecasts Improved operational KPIs and working capital performance Reliable SAP support and investment appraisals Accurate rebate management and audit compliance Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Interviews are typically conducted via Microsoft Teams during core hours (8am-5pm). In-person interviews can be arranged upon request. If you are a proactive finance professional with strong manufacturing experience and a passion for driving operational performance, we would love to hear from you. INDM
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Role: Operations Controller Location: Stoke-on-Trent Industry: Manufacturing Salary: 40,000- 45,000 Type: Full-Time - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Operations Controller - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Stoke-on-Trent (with occasional travel to Wolverhampton) Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Our client is seeking a commercially minded Operations Controller to join their UK team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting operational and financial performance across two UK manufacturing sites. The position has arisen to provide additional controlling support while a senior leader undertakes an interim commercial leadership role. You will work closely with the Group Controlling Manager and UK operational management team, delivering high-quality financial insight to support business decisions. What's on Offer Salary up to 45,000 per annum (DOE) 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 1 celebration day (pro-rata) 5% pension contribution Medicash Health Cash Plan 37.5 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Full-time on-site for first 3 months (training), with potential hybrid working (1-2 days from home) thereafter Based at the Stoke site, you may occasionally travel to the Wolverhampton site (pool car provided). The Role Operational & Financial Control Monitor and report on production processes Calculate and analyse standard costs Conduct monthly production variance analysis Develop and track production-based KPIs Perform variance analysis (actual vs budget/prior year) Complete monthly costing and closing activities Lead the annual budgeting process for operational areas Provide first-line SAP support Analyse and improve working capital performance Support monthly P&L reporting Analyse plant and non-plant operational costs Commercial Support & Contract Management Act as a business partner in commercial contract negotiations Support contract discussions with the commercial team Manage rebate accruals, calculations, credit notes and payment follow-up Produce margin analysis, commercial reporting, and ad-hoc analysis Audit & Compliance Ensure compliance with Group policies and financial governance Support internal and external audits Address and resolve audit findings Investment Analysis Support investment appraisals (NPV/IRR analysis) Ensure projects comply with Group policies Conduct post-investment reviews Cross-Functional Support Partner across logistics, purchasing, statutory accounts, payroll, ONS reporting, and new product development Maintain and lead investment analysis processes About You Qualifications & Experience Formal accounting qualification (AAT, CIMA, ACCA) or Master's degree in Finance/Economics (or equivalent experience) Experience within a manufacturing environment Strong understanding of standard costing and production processes Technical Skills SAP experience desirable Power BI experience advantageous Strong financial and operational knowledge Confident working cross-functionally Key Competencies Structured problem-solving and decision-making Ability to recommend cost savings and efficiency improvements Strong analytical and reporting skills Commercially aware and detail-focused Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels, including European shared services teams Success Measures You will deliver: Accurate and timely monthly reporting (P&L, variances, costing) High-quality standard costing and variance analysis On-time budgets and forecasts Improved operational KPIs and working capital performance Reliable SAP support and investment appraisals Accurate rebate management and audit compliance Our client is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Interviews are typically conducted via Microsoft Teams during core hours (8am-5pm). In-person interviews can be arranged upon request. If you are a proactive finance professional with strong manufacturing experience and a passion for driving operational performance, we would love to hear from you. INDM
THE ESSENTIALS Role: Senior Contracts Manager Status: Full time, permanent. Salary: £70-80k Working arrangement: We typically work 4 days in the office, 1 day from home. Hours: 37.5 hours per week. THE BENEFITS 25 holiday days per year 4 'Me Days' per year (take a Me Day - focus on you) Team social events and trips Wellness allowance of £70 per month to be used for gym, classes, physio or other wellness costs Private healthcare with Vitality Drive Electric salary sacrifice Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave Employee referral scheme: £2,000 towards a getaway of your choice CORE BEHAVIOURS The way we act and conduct ourselves, especially towards others. HSPG's heart and soul. PPHA As part of HSPG, a leading social impact real estate company, PPHA is the Group's Registered Provider. We partner with local authorities, housebuilders, and investors to create high-quality, affordable homes across Section 106, grant-funded Affordable Rent, and Shared Ownership. Our mission is simple: to empower futures by giving families and first-time buyers the chance to find stability, security, and a place to call home. By 2030, we aim to deliver quality affordable homes for over 5,000 families. Strengthening communities and transforming lives along the way. CORE MISSION Your core mission is to ensure PPHA and its customers receives safe, compliant, high-quality homes from developers, on time and ready for customers. You take ownership of each scheme from early appraisal through construction to handover, ensuring planning, contractual, regulatory, and building safety requirements fully met. You are the informed centre that aligns developers, agents, consultants, and internal teams to deliver homes that meet PPHA standards without compromise. You identify risk early, challenge where needed, and resolve issues quickly to protect PPHA from compliance, quality, and reputational risk. You ensure all certification, warranties, and compliance documentation is complete, accurate, and secured, providing full assurance before homes enter management. You work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure homes are released for sales and lettings at the earliest possible opportunity, removing blockers, maintaining clear visibility of readiness, and enabling a smooth transition from delivery to occupation. You operate seamlessly across Acquisitions, Compliance, Finance, Housing, Sales, and external stakeholders, ensuring every home is accepted with confidence, clarity, and pace. Obsess: These points get you out of bed in the morning and keep you up at night! If you're not obsessed with these, the role isn't for you. Trust, honesty and integrity : You influence decisions that could make or break the quality of someone's forever-home . Treat this with the utmost respect and honesty. The customer: You only accept handover when the product meets our quality standards. You understand the importance of being present on site, either personally or through your team, to ensure smooth delivery for our customers. Risk identification : You guard PPHA's reputation and income by anticipating compliance, delivery, and stakeholder risks. You uphold the most up-to-date compliance, regulatory, and H&S requirements. Excel: You are excellent at these areas: an expert. Process efficiencies: You are obsessed with creating a best-in-class Delivery function, including robust inter-departmental processes and reporting to keep all areas of the business adequately updated. Organisation : nothing slips through the cracks. All documentation is organised , correctly filed and easy to instantly access. Self-awareness: you know how to manage your time, juggle many stakeholders, while maintaining your own boundaries and ensuring that when you get stretched, the ship still sails smoothly. At least 6 years experience in a residential Development or Delivery function, with demonstrable experience of understanding compliance/handover documentation and contractual requirements, including working with external teams i.e. EAs/ Clerk of Works and developers. OUTCOMES & METRICS: Outcomes: the desired result Metrics: How we measure it 0-3 Develop a clear end-to-end understanding of PPHA's delivery requirements, including governance, workflows and interfaces, acting as a central point of expertise to ensure schemes align with PPHA standards from appraisal through to handover. Schemes progressing through governance and approval stages with minimal deviation from agreed PPHA delivery standards. Understand customer, internal, external, and investor expectations and translate these into clear delivery standards and processes. Translate customer, internal, external and investor expectations into clear delivery standards, contractual requirements, and operational processes. Contracts and Employer's Requirements clearly reflecting PPHA, customer, and investor expectations, with limited post-contract clarification or dispute. Embed a robust process ensuring all compliance and contractual documentation is complete and approved before occupation, acting as a final assurance gate. Embed robust assurance and governance processes to ensure all compliance, contractual, handover and certification documentation is complete, approved and fit for purpose prior to Practical Completion and occupation. Schemes achieving Practical Completion with all critical compliance and certification in place and minimal outstanding actions at handover. 3-6 Proactively identify, assess and mitigate delivery, compliance, programme, financial and reputational risks at scheme and portfolio level, ensuring timely escalation and informed decision making to prevent post-handover issues. Key delivery, compliance, programme, and reputational risks being identified early, actively mitigated, and escalated in a timely manner, with fewer unforeseen post-handover issues. Strengthen handover requirements by embedding clearer standards into contracts to improve readiness at Practical Completion. Strengthen handover readiness by embedding clear standards into contracts and ensuring effective on-site monitoring of compliance, health and safety, insurance and build quality, with assurance documentation in place ahead of PC. Homes entering management with complete, accurate handover information and reduced defects or remedial works post-Practical Completion. Influence enhanced customer satisfaction, working with Asset Management and exit partners to increase our satisfaction score in line with One Page Business Plan ("OPBP") targets. Enhance customer satisfaction by working collaboratively with Asset Management and exit partners to improve satisfaction scores in line with OPBP targets. Customer satisfaction results meeting OPBP targets, with fewer complaints linked to build quality or handover issues. Maintain effective financial oversight across schemes, ensuring delivery operates within approved budgets. Work with internal teams and external partners to manage cost pressures, maintain value for money, and identify opportunities for cost avoidance or savings without compromising safety, quality, or compliance. Maintain effective financial and commercial oversight across schemes, ensuring delivery operates within approved budgets, achieves value from money and identifies opportunities for efficiency, cost avoidance, or savings without compromising safety, quality or compliance. Schemes being delivered within approved budgets or agreed tolerances, with cost pressures identified and managed early. 6-12 Drive continuous improvement and efficiency to support the regional scaling of Delivery operations. Increased delivery volume being managed through consistent use of standard processes and improvements that reduced delay or duplication without loss of quality. Build strong, effective working relationships with Employer's Agents and housebuilders to protect PPHA's reputation and resolve issues early. Issues with Employer's Agents and housebuilders being resolved collaboratively at an early stage, with minimal escalation to formal dispute. Provide strategic leadership on how contractual frameworks enable delivery outcomes across the organisation, setting principles and direction that guide contract design, governance and risk appetite at scale. No material delivery issues arise that are directly attributable to contract structure or contractual misalignment, as evidenced through post-PC reviews. Lead, develop, and motivate the Delivery team through clear expectations, effective delegation and visible leadership. A motivated, well-led team delivering agreed objectives, supported by clear expectations, effective delegation, and positive retention and performance outcomes. Translate delivery and contractual risk into executive-level insight and decisions, ensuring senior leaders have early visibility of material risks, trade-offs and required interventions. Material delivery or contractual risks are escalated early with clear options and recommendations, resulting into executive decisions and no unanticipated post-handover contractual or compliance issues attributable to lack of escalation.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
THE ESSENTIALS Role: Senior Contracts Manager Status: Full time, permanent. Salary: £70-80k Working arrangement: We typically work 4 days in the office, 1 day from home. Hours: 37.5 hours per week. THE BENEFITS 25 holiday days per year 4 'Me Days' per year (take a Me Day - focus on you) Team social events and trips Wellness allowance of £70 per month to be used for gym, classes, physio or other wellness costs Private healthcare with Vitality Drive Electric salary sacrifice Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave Employee referral scheme: £2,000 towards a getaway of your choice CORE BEHAVIOURS The way we act and conduct ourselves, especially towards others. HSPG's heart and soul. PPHA As part of HSPG, a leading social impact real estate company, PPHA is the Group's Registered Provider. We partner with local authorities, housebuilders, and investors to create high-quality, affordable homes across Section 106, grant-funded Affordable Rent, and Shared Ownership. Our mission is simple: to empower futures by giving families and first-time buyers the chance to find stability, security, and a place to call home. By 2030, we aim to deliver quality affordable homes for over 5,000 families. Strengthening communities and transforming lives along the way. CORE MISSION Your core mission is to ensure PPHA and its customers receives safe, compliant, high-quality homes from developers, on time and ready for customers. You take ownership of each scheme from early appraisal through construction to handover, ensuring planning, contractual, regulatory, and building safety requirements fully met. You are the informed centre that aligns developers, agents, consultants, and internal teams to deliver homes that meet PPHA standards without compromise. You identify risk early, challenge where needed, and resolve issues quickly to protect PPHA from compliance, quality, and reputational risk. You ensure all certification, warranties, and compliance documentation is complete, accurate, and secured, providing full assurance before homes enter management. You work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure homes are released for sales and lettings at the earliest possible opportunity, removing blockers, maintaining clear visibility of readiness, and enabling a smooth transition from delivery to occupation. You operate seamlessly across Acquisitions, Compliance, Finance, Housing, Sales, and external stakeholders, ensuring every home is accepted with confidence, clarity, and pace. Obsess: These points get you out of bed in the morning and keep you up at night! If you're not obsessed with these, the role isn't for you. Trust, honesty and integrity : You influence decisions that could make or break the quality of someone's forever-home . Treat this with the utmost respect and honesty. The customer: You only accept handover when the product meets our quality standards. You understand the importance of being present on site, either personally or through your team, to ensure smooth delivery for our customers. Risk identification : You guard PPHA's reputation and income by anticipating compliance, delivery, and stakeholder risks. You uphold the most up-to-date compliance, regulatory, and H&S requirements. Excel: You are excellent at these areas: an expert. Process efficiencies: You are obsessed with creating a best-in-class Delivery function, including robust inter-departmental processes and reporting to keep all areas of the business adequately updated. Organisation : nothing slips through the cracks. All documentation is organised , correctly filed and easy to instantly access. Self-awareness: you know how to manage your time, juggle many stakeholders, while maintaining your own boundaries and ensuring that when you get stretched, the ship still sails smoothly. At least 6 years experience in a residential Development or Delivery function, with demonstrable experience of understanding compliance/handover documentation and contractual requirements, including working with external teams i.e. EAs/ Clerk of Works and developers. OUTCOMES & METRICS: Outcomes: the desired result Metrics: How we measure it 0-3 Develop a clear end-to-end understanding of PPHA's delivery requirements, including governance, workflows and interfaces, acting as a central point of expertise to ensure schemes align with PPHA standards from appraisal through to handover. Schemes progressing through governance and approval stages with minimal deviation from agreed PPHA delivery standards. Understand customer, internal, external, and investor expectations and translate these into clear delivery standards and processes. Translate customer, internal, external and investor expectations into clear delivery standards, contractual requirements, and operational processes. Contracts and Employer's Requirements clearly reflecting PPHA, customer, and investor expectations, with limited post-contract clarification or dispute. Embed a robust process ensuring all compliance and contractual documentation is complete and approved before occupation, acting as a final assurance gate. Embed robust assurance and governance processes to ensure all compliance, contractual, handover and certification documentation is complete, approved and fit for purpose prior to Practical Completion and occupation. Schemes achieving Practical Completion with all critical compliance and certification in place and minimal outstanding actions at handover. 3-6 Proactively identify, assess and mitigate delivery, compliance, programme, financial and reputational risks at scheme and portfolio level, ensuring timely escalation and informed decision making to prevent post-handover issues. Key delivery, compliance, programme, and reputational risks being identified early, actively mitigated, and escalated in a timely manner, with fewer unforeseen post-handover issues. Strengthen handover requirements by embedding clearer standards into contracts to improve readiness at Practical Completion. Strengthen handover readiness by embedding clear standards into contracts and ensuring effective on-site monitoring of compliance, health and safety, insurance and build quality, with assurance documentation in place ahead of PC. Homes entering management with complete, accurate handover information and reduced defects or remedial works post-Practical Completion. Influence enhanced customer satisfaction, working with Asset Management and exit partners to increase our satisfaction score in line with One Page Business Plan ("OPBP") targets. Enhance customer satisfaction by working collaboratively with Asset Management and exit partners to improve satisfaction scores in line with OPBP targets. Customer satisfaction results meeting OPBP targets, with fewer complaints linked to build quality or handover issues. Maintain effective financial oversight across schemes, ensuring delivery operates within approved budgets. Work with internal teams and external partners to manage cost pressures, maintain value for money, and identify opportunities for cost avoidance or savings without compromising safety, quality, or compliance. Maintain effective financial and commercial oversight across schemes, ensuring delivery operates within approved budgets, achieves value from money and identifies opportunities for efficiency, cost avoidance, or savings without compromising safety, quality or compliance. Schemes being delivered within approved budgets or agreed tolerances, with cost pressures identified and managed early. 6-12 Drive continuous improvement and efficiency to support the regional scaling of Delivery operations. Increased delivery volume being managed through consistent use of standard processes and improvements that reduced delay or duplication without loss of quality. Build strong, effective working relationships with Employer's Agents and housebuilders to protect PPHA's reputation and resolve issues early. Issues with Employer's Agents and housebuilders being resolved collaboratively at an early stage, with minimal escalation to formal dispute. Provide strategic leadership on how contractual frameworks enable delivery outcomes across the organisation, setting principles and direction that guide contract design, governance and risk appetite at scale. No material delivery issues arise that are directly attributable to contract structure or contractual misalignment, as evidenced through post-PC reviews. Lead, develop, and motivate the Delivery team through clear expectations, effective delegation and visible leadership. A motivated, well-led team delivering agreed objectives, supported by clear expectations, effective delegation, and positive retention and performance outcomes. Translate delivery and contractual risk into executive-level insight and decisions, ensuring senior leaders have early visibility of material risks, trade-offs and required interventions. Material delivery or contractual risks are escalated early with clear options and recommendations, resulting into executive decisions and no unanticipated post-handover contractual or compliance issues attributable to lack of escalation.
ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in over 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing more than one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has over $79 billion of assets under management, including approximately $36 billion of development assets and over $30 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit . JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Director, European Business Systems will lead a multi-disciplinary team in managing, optimizing, and advancing the business systems platform supporting Greystar's European business. This individual will play a key role in driving digital transformation and operational excellence across the company's property management, development, and investment functions. The role will be responsible for evolving and optimising intent with respect of Greystar Europe's property management technology strategy and execution, including demonstrating leadership for our property management systems teams, as well as role modeling leadership for our digital groups and related functions. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Role Responsibilities Manages the operations, support & evolution of the European business systems ecosystem encompassing property management, development, investment and corporate solutions Collaborates with technology & business leaders to define and implement business system strategies tailored to the European business Integrates emerging technologies to enhance processes, optimise costs and improve business outcomes Manages relationships with external providers balancing cost efficiency, functionality, user enablement, and technological longevity. Builds a high-performance team through fostering a culture and attitude of innovation, continuous improvement, forward thinking and development of talent (currently x 12 FTE) Demonstrates strong leadership in managing and developing the team, with the ability to oversee and deliver multiple projects and priorities concurrently, ensuring clear direction, alignment, and successful outcomes. Organizational Responsibilities Follows established policies and procedures by monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organisational standards, and operational processes related to area(s) of responsibility and reporting violations or infractions to appropriate individual(s). Demonstrates appropriate safe behaviours in accordance with Company, property, and departmental policies, procedures, and standards. Keeps abreast of current changes in technology, processes, and standards within the industry and area(s) of responsibility. Knowledge & Qualifications Degree qualified in a relevant discipline, or by equivalent relevant experience. IT literate and fully conversant with all Microsoft packages including Word, PowerPoint and Excel (Intermediate level). Experience & Skills Essential: Proven track record of implementing and operating at scale systems within the BTR / PBSA sector (Property Operations, Investment, Development) and / or experience working in a similar role with commensurate scale and scope in a fast-paced commercial business Experience in identifying opportunities to drive excellence through digital/technology solutions. Proven leadership, management, business planning & budgeting skills Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with impact and influence; including confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders and obtaining buy in for new ideas Ability to evaluate and identify opportunities from a strategic perspective, including the ability to develop, prioritise and implement plans to meet the organisation's core strategic goals Ability to initiate and support collaborative efforts of multiple teams, including effective communication and organisational skills Demonstrates the application and use of general business management acumen to develop strategy, organisational design and provide leadership and direction to team members and managers across the organisation. Demonstrable evidence of innovative, fresh and creative thinking, along with excellent judgement and proactive solutions to problems Comfortable using a range of metrics and tools to measure activity Flexible approach to working in a fast-paced environment and ability to thrive in a changing environment Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to .
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in over 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing more than one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has over $79 billion of assets under management, including approximately $36 billion of development assets and over $30 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit . JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Director, European Business Systems will lead a multi-disciplinary team in managing, optimizing, and advancing the business systems platform supporting Greystar's European business. This individual will play a key role in driving digital transformation and operational excellence across the company's property management, development, and investment functions. The role will be responsible for evolving and optimising intent with respect of Greystar Europe's property management technology strategy and execution, including demonstrating leadership for our property management systems teams, as well as role modeling leadership for our digital groups and related functions. JOB DESCRIPTION Key Role Responsibilities Manages the operations, support & evolution of the European business systems ecosystem encompassing property management, development, investment and corporate solutions Collaborates with technology & business leaders to define and implement business system strategies tailored to the European business Integrates emerging technologies to enhance processes, optimise costs and improve business outcomes Manages relationships with external providers balancing cost efficiency, functionality, user enablement, and technological longevity. Builds a high-performance team through fostering a culture and attitude of innovation, continuous improvement, forward thinking and development of talent (currently x 12 FTE) Demonstrates strong leadership in managing and developing the team, with the ability to oversee and deliver multiple projects and priorities concurrently, ensuring clear direction, alignment, and successful outcomes. Organizational Responsibilities Follows established policies and procedures by monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, organisational standards, and operational processes related to area(s) of responsibility and reporting violations or infractions to appropriate individual(s). Demonstrates appropriate safe behaviours in accordance with Company, property, and departmental policies, procedures, and standards. Keeps abreast of current changes in technology, processes, and standards within the industry and area(s) of responsibility. Knowledge & Qualifications Degree qualified in a relevant discipline, or by equivalent relevant experience. IT literate and fully conversant with all Microsoft packages including Word, PowerPoint and Excel (Intermediate level). Experience & Skills Essential: Proven track record of implementing and operating at scale systems within the BTR / PBSA sector (Property Operations, Investment, Development) and / or experience working in a similar role with commensurate scale and scope in a fast-paced commercial business Experience in identifying opportunities to drive excellence through digital/technology solutions. Proven leadership, management, business planning & budgeting skills Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with impact and influence; including confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders and obtaining buy in for new ideas Ability to evaluate and identify opportunities from a strategic perspective, including the ability to develop, prioritise and implement plans to meet the organisation's core strategic goals Ability to initiate and support collaborative efforts of multiple teams, including effective communication and organisational skills Demonstrates the application and use of general business management acumen to develop strategy, organisational design and provide leadership and direction to team members and managers across the organisation. Demonstrable evidence of innovative, fresh and creative thinking, along with excellent judgement and proactive solutions to problems Comfortable using a range of metrics and tools to measure activity Flexible approach to working in a fast-paced environment and ability to thrive in a changing environment Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to .
Job Title: Credit Controller Location: Fradley, Staffordshire Salary: 32,000 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full Time - Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Friday 8am - 2:30 pm Kyocera Unimerco is the go-to partner for global companies across a wide range of industries, delivering expert tooling solutions and outstanding sales support. We design and manufacture high-quality standard and bespoke tools, tailored to meet the precise needs of each customer. With Kyocera, innovation meets precision-helping our partners achieve the best results for their business. About the role We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join our Group Shared Service Finance Function based at Fradley Industrial Park. Reporting to the Finance Manager and working within a small, supportive finance team, this role is primarily focused on credit control, customer account monitoring, and group-wide sanctions checking across our UK and European operations. In addition to core credit control duties, you will also provide support with wider finance tasks as required. This is a specialist credit control position. A minimum of 3 years' hands-on credit control experience is essential. Applications from candidates without this level of direct credit control experience will not be considered. Occasional travel to our Sheffield office may be required on an ad hoc basis (travel costs covered when outside the Fradley office). Key Duties: Full responsibility for credit control activities across the Group Proactive management and collection of outstanding debt Customer account monitoring and credit risk assessment Setting and reviewing credit limits Conducting customer sanctions and compliance checks Investigating and resolving account queries in a timely manner Liaising with internal departments and external customers to minimise risk and ensure prompt payment Providing ad hoc support across accounts payable when required Assisting with accounts receivable and cash allocation About you Minimum 3 years' proven credit control experience (essential) Strong understanding of credit risk management and debtor control procedures Confident communicator with the ability to manage difficult conversations professionally Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage workload independently Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office and Excel Comfortable working with documentation in multiple European languages using translation tools Experience in other areas of the finance function is desirable but not essential What you'll get in return Competitive salary of 32,000 per annum Private medical insurance Company pension and group life cover Enhanced holiday allowance Annual profit share bonus (subject to qualifying criteria) Hybrid working option (up to 2 days per week) Apply now for a rewarding career with a modern and progressive company. Candidates with experience of; Senior Credit Controller, Credit Risk Analyst, Credit Control Specialist, Senior Accounts Receivable Clerk, Sales Ledger Controller, Debt Recovery Specialist, Collections Manager, CICM, Chartered Institute of Credit Management Accounts Receivable Controller, Debt Collection Officer, Aged Debt Specialist, B2B Credit Control, International Credit Control, Credit Risk Management, Cash Allocation Specialist, Sales Ledger Manager, Credit Limits Analyst, Legal Debt Recovery, Ledger Controller, Debt Management will also be considered for this role.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Credit Controller Location: Fradley, Staffordshire Salary: 32,000 per annum Job type: Permanent, Full Time - Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Friday 8am - 2:30 pm Kyocera Unimerco is the go-to partner for global companies across a wide range of industries, delivering expert tooling solutions and outstanding sales support. We design and manufacture high-quality standard and bespoke tools, tailored to meet the precise needs of each customer. With Kyocera, innovation meets precision-helping our partners achieve the best results for their business. About the role We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join our Group Shared Service Finance Function based at Fradley Industrial Park. Reporting to the Finance Manager and working within a small, supportive finance team, this role is primarily focused on credit control, customer account monitoring, and group-wide sanctions checking across our UK and European operations. In addition to core credit control duties, you will also provide support with wider finance tasks as required. This is a specialist credit control position. A minimum of 3 years' hands-on credit control experience is essential. Applications from candidates without this level of direct credit control experience will not be considered. Occasional travel to our Sheffield office may be required on an ad hoc basis (travel costs covered when outside the Fradley office). Key Duties: Full responsibility for credit control activities across the Group Proactive management and collection of outstanding debt Customer account monitoring and credit risk assessment Setting and reviewing credit limits Conducting customer sanctions and compliance checks Investigating and resolving account queries in a timely manner Liaising with internal departments and external customers to minimise risk and ensure prompt payment Providing ad hoc support across accounts payable when required Assisting with accounts receivable and cash allocation About you Minimum 3 years' proven credit control experience (essential) Strong understanding of credit risk management and debtor control procedures Confident communicator with the ability to manage difficult conversations professionally Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage workload independently Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Competent IT skills including Microsoft Office and Excel Comfortable working with documentation in multiple European languages using translation tools Experience in other areas of the finance function is desirable but not essential What you'll get in return Competitive salary of 32,000 per annum Private medical insurance Company pension and group life cover Enhanced holiday allowance Annual profit share bonus (subject to qualifying criteria) Hybrid working option (up to 2 days per week) Apply now for a rewarding career with a modern and progressive company. Candidates with experience of; Senior Credit Controller, Credit Risk Analyst, Credit Control Specialist, Senior Accounts Receivable Clerk, Sales Ledger Controller, Debt Recovery Specialist, Collections Manager, CICM, Chartered Institute of Credit Management Accounts Receivable Controller, Debt Collection Officer, Aged Debt Specialist, B2B Credit Control, International Credit Control, Credit Risk Management, Cash Allocation Specialist, Sales Ledger Manager, Credit Limits Analyst, Legal Debt Recovery, Ledger Controller, Debt Management will also be considered for this role.
Technical Claims Lead - Financial Institutions, D&O & Transactional Liability page is loaded Technical Claims Lead - Financial Institutions, D&O & Transactional Liabilitylocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RQ12999 Technical Claims Lead - Financial Institutions, D&O & Transactional Liability Location: LondonPosition type: Full time, permanentThe Technical Claims Lead is accountable and responsible for a portfolio of all Casualty Claims via referral and directly, ensuring that the best outcomes are achieved consistently for our clients and high-performance delivered for our business, aligning to MS Amlin Values.You will provide trusted, market-leading claims service and mentor other claims team members to do same in order to be a well-reputed claims team, who proactively delivers a first-class claims experience to clients, brokers and internal stakeholders.This role provides an opportunity to be the key subject matter expert for all Casualty claims and contribute to business modernization. What you'll spend your time doing: Be accountable and responsible for the dynamic management of claims within authority for all Casualty classes, ensuring that the best outcomes are achieved consistently for our clients and business and aligning to MS Amlin Values Be the key subject matter expert for all Casualty claims - providing specialist knowledge to clients and business to inform better business decisions and help clients prevent and mitigate losses Mentor personnel handling claims arising from responsible line of business (and arising from other classes where appropriate as per business requirements), from FNOL to settlement, with due consideration of subrogation/contribution where appropriate, to ensure consistent delivery of superior level of claims service Role model and foster a respectful culture of open communication, collaboration, dynamic claims adjustment and continuous improvement - sharing knowledge with team and colleagues - to foster consistent superior service delivery and optimal working environment for all Support Head of Claims - Casualty to actively monitor portfolio of claims and data to ensure that early, best estimate reserves are in place, that claims financials are regularly validated and that valid claims are settled promptly with a tight control of costs throughout their lifecycle Provide Claims thought leadership and 'lead indicator' insights, via formal reporting and verbally, using knowledge and analysis of claims data to facilitate better business decisions for responsible claims Work together with responsible underwriters to create a compelling proposition to attract and retain desired business and provide support, as required, to our client partners Build strong relationships with our broker partners, understanding their requirements, gaining feedback to improve service delivery and strengthen relationships with co-insurers, as needed, to positively influence Proactively participate in business modernization to transform current claims proposition towards our vision for a future claims service proposition Understand, where relevant, all requirements around delegated claims procedures and oversight and treat all service providers and experts as extension of our team Act as ambassador of our company, raising our profile in the market and proactively strengthening our claims reputation You're going to enjoy this job if you also Are service-orientated - passionate about claims resolution and client experience Have exceptional communication skills - ability to positively influence actions and decisions, collaborate, negotiate confidently and actively listen, both face-to-face and via virtual media Have strong ability to build trust and manage relationships with external and internal stakeholders Have proven sound judgement and decision making capability, even under time-pressure Have problem-solving abilities - ability to break down complex issues and spot trends, patterns and interdependencies Have a high-performance mentality - self-motivated, outcome-driven with energy and determination to succeed in a fast-paced environment of business transformation Have a growth mindset - desire for continuous improvement of self, team-members and claims service to be their 'best version'; actively seeking out ways to modernize and improve our service and being flexible to change in line with our clients' and business' evolving requirements What you'll need: Well-reputed, proven (c. 10+ years') lead experience in managing all Casualty claims globally, including strong relationships with relevant experts, brokers and co-insurers Degree/CII or similar professional qualification (desirable) Firm understanding of key principles and practices of London Market London Market Claims System & Microsoft Office knowledge e.g. ECF, Excel Account/portfolio management experience Willingness to travel and attend client events What you can expect from us: A competitive salary and benefits package A great team and supportive colleagues An open mind (especially to new ideas and ways of doing things) A strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities Wellbeing and mental health support Employer-supported volunteering (ESV) Flexible working Continuous learning Study support Structured career development About MS Amlin MS Amlin is part of a global top-10 insurance group, MS&AD. We're made up of four distinct businesses covering global reinsurance, Lloyd's franchise, local specialty insurer, and business services. Conduct Rules With the implementation of the SM&CR (Senior Managers & Certification Regime), the Financial Services and Markets Act gave the FCA new powers to write conduct rules and apply them to all employees within a firm. The Conduct Rules set basic standards of good personal conduct. They stipulate that you must: Act with integrity Act with due care, skill and diligence Be open and co-operative with the FCA, PRA and other regulators Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly Observe proper standards of market conduct Amlin is a leading (re)insurer and part of the global MS&AD Group, with operations across Lloyd's of London, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.With over 120 years of experience, we support businesses facing complex and demanding risks, providing continuity in an uncertain world. Our expertise covers Property, Casualty, Marine, Crisis Management, Natural Resources and Reinsurance, backed by strong underwriting capabilities and deep sector knowledge.At the core of our claims service is TRUST - Transparency, Responsiveness, Understanding, Solution-driven thinking, and Technical expertise. This defines how we manage claims and build lasting relationships.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Technical Claims Lead - Financial Institutions, D&O & Transactional Liability page is loaded Technical Claims Lead - Financial Institutions, D&O & Transactional Liabilitylocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: RQ12999 Technical Claims Lead - Financial Institutions, D&O & Transactional Liability Location: LondonPosition type: Full time, permanentThe Technical Claims Lead is accountable and responsible for a portfolio of all Casualty Claims via referral and directly, ensuring that the best outcomes are achieved consistently for our clients and high-performance delivered for our business, aligning to MS Amlin Values.You will provide trusted, market-leading claims service and mentor other claims team members to do same in order to be a well-reputed claims team, who proactively delivers a first-class claims experience to clients, brokers and internal stakeholders.This role provides an opportunity to be the key subject matter expert for all Casualty claims and contribute to business modernization. What you'll spend your time doing: Be accountable and responsible for the dynamic management of claims within authority for all Casualty classes, ensuring that the best outcomes are achieved consistently for our clients and business and aligning to MS Amlin Values Be the key subject matter expert for all Casualty claims - providing specialist knowledge to clients and business to inform better business decisions and help clients prevent and mitigate losses Mentor personnel handling claims arising from responsible line of business (and arising from other classes where appropriate as per business requirements), from FNOL to settlement, with due consideration of subrogation/contribution where appropriate, to ensure consistent delivery of superior level of claims service Role model and foster a respectful culture of open communication, collaboration, dynamic claims adjustment and continuous improvement - sharing knowledge with team and colleagues - to foster consistent superior service delivery and optimal working environment for all Support Head of Claims - Casualty to actively monitor portfolio of claims and data to ensure that early, best estimate reserves are in place, that claims financials are regularly validated and that valid claims are settled promptly with a tight control of costs throughout their lifecycle Provide Claims thought leadership and 'lead indicator' insights, via formal reporting and verbally, using knowledge and analysis of claims data to facilitate better business decisions for responsible claims Work together with responsible underwriters to create a compelling proposition to attract and retain desired business and provide support, as required, to our client partners Build strong relationships with our broker partners, understanding their requirements, gaining feedback to improve service delivery and strengthen relationships with co-insurers, as needed, to positively influence Proactively participate in business modernization to transform current claims proposition towards our vision for a future claims service proposition Understand, where relevant, all requirements around delegated claims procedures and oversight and treat all service providers and experts as extension of our team Act as ambassador of our company, raising our profile in the market and proactively strengthening our claims reputation You're going to enjoy this job if you also Are service-orientated - passionate about claims resolution and client experience Have exceptional communication skills - ability to positively influence actions and decisions, collaborate, negotiate confidently and actively listen, both face-to-face and via virtual media Have strong ability to build trust and manage relationships with external and internal stakeholders Have proven sound judgement and decision making capability, even under time-pressure Have problem-solving abilities - ability to break down complex issues and spot trends, patterns and interdependencies Have a high-performance mentality - self-motivated, outcome-driven with energy and determination to succeed in a fast-paced environment of business transformation Have a growth mindset - desire for continuous improvement of self, team-members and claims service to be their 'best version'; actively seeking out ways to modernize and improve our service and being flexible to change in line with our clients' and business' evolving requirements What you'll need: Well-reputed, proven (c. 10+ years') lead experience in managing all Casualty claims globally, including strong relationships with relevant experts, brokers and co-insurers Degree/CII or similar professional qualification (desirable) Firm understanding of key principles and practices of London Market London Market Claims System & Microsoft Office knowledge e.g. ECF, Excel Account/portfolio management experience Willingness to travel and attend client events What you can expect from us: A competitive salary and benefits package A great team and supportive colleagues An open mind (especially to new ideas and ways of doing things) A strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities Wellbeing and mental health support Employer-supported volunteering (ESV) Flexible working Continuous learning Study support Structured career development About MS Amlin MS Amlin is part of a global top-10 insurance group, MS&AD. We're made up of four distinct businesses covering global reinsurance, Lloyd's franchise, local specialty insurer, and business services. Conduct Rules With the implementation of the SM&CR (Senior Managers & Certification Regime), the Financial Services and Markets Act gave the FCA new powers to write conduct rules and apply them to all employees within a firm. The Conduct Rules set basic standards of good personal conduct. They stipulate that you must: Act with integrity Act with due care, skill and diligence Be open and co-operative with the FCA, PRA and other regulators Pay due regard to the interests of customers and treat them fairly Observe proper standards of market conduct Amlin is a leading (re)insurer and part of the global MS&AD Group, with operations across Lloyd's of London, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.With over 120 years of experience, we support businesses facing complex and demanding risks, providing continuity in an uncertain world. Our expertise covers Property, Casualty, Marine, Crisis Management, Natural Resources and Reinsurance, backed by strong underwriting capabilities and deep sector knowledge.At the core of our claims service is TRUST - Transparency, Responsiveness, Understanding, Solution-driven thinking, and Technical expertise. This defines how we manage claims and build lasting relationships.
Location: South East England, Essex area. Including the following postcodes CM13, ME16, ME9, CO10, RM1, CO15, DA11, CM2 and BN3 Salary: £36,000 - (depending on experience), travel allowance, 50% childcare discount, Performance-related bonuses, Pension. Remarkable futures start here. About you You are an experienced Nursery /Senior Nursery Manager or similar and you're looking for something slightly different with more variety and autonomy. In our Regional Support Nursery Manager roles you will get the opportunity to make a real impact. You get the variety that comes with travelling to different nursery settings and the satisfaction from helping our nurseries achieve outstanding OFSTED grading. If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, submit your application and start your Storal journey today. About Storal We are an award winning nursery group specialising in early years education and childcare. We create nurturing, engaging environments that support every child's growth and learning. We prioritise individualised care, team development, and a supportive work culture. Join us and become part of a team that values continuous learning and professional growth. In return we'll give you access to loads of retail discounts to help with your daily costs, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays to help you recharge, a performance related bonus to help you feel valued and recognised, dedicated learning and development support to help you progress and, much much, more. What you will be doing As a Support Nursery Manager you will be supporting our Nursery Managers and teams, and stepping in when your subject matter expertise is needed. Your mission is to ensure each setting upholds the highest standards of childcare and education, embodies Storal's values, and achieves strong financial performance. Key responsibilities Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to comply with Health and Safety legislation. Childcare Standards: Uphold and elevate the standards of childcare and education across all settings. Operational Compliance: Ensure full adherence to Storal's policies and procedures. Staff Supervision & Development: Lead regular staff supervisions and implement growth and development plans. Marketing & Occupancy: Actively promote the nursery locally to maintain high occupancy rates. Talent Management: Recruit and nurture staff who align with Storal's values and culture. Leadership: Exhibit strong leadership and embody the values of Storal in all interactions. Financial Oversight: Drive improvements in financial performance year over year. Safeguarding: Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, overseeing child protection policies and procedures. Parent Engagement: Develop robust strategies for parent engagement and community involvement. The Qualifications, Skills & Competencies you'll need to be successful Essential Full driving license and access to a vehicle. Willingness to travel and stay away from home as needed. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years Education and Care (Level 6 preferred). Proven experience in a Nursery Manager role. In-depth knowledge of special educational needs and equality of opportunity. Certification in Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in nursery administration tasks (invoices, payroll, timesheets). Competent in using PCs, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email. Experience in staff training and development. Achieving OFSTED Outstanding Grade. Commercial acumen. Desirable Degree or equivalent in a subject related to Childcare. Coaching and mentoring experience. Benefits at a glance For you -We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more) Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering. We pay for your DBS upfront along with reimbursing your annual update service charge. We partner with world-leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy. And much much more. Join us at Storal and make a difference in the early years sector. Apply today to become our next Nursery Support Manager and take the lead in shaping the future of childcare and education!
Feb 25, 2026
Full time
Location: South East England, Essex area. Including the following postcodes CM13, ME16, ME9, CO10, RM1, CO15, DA11, CM2 and BN3 Salary: £36,000 - (depending on experience), travel allowance, 50% childcare discount, Performance-related bonuses, Pension. Remarkable futures start here. About you You are an experienced Nursery /Senior Nursery Manager or similar and you're looking for something slightly different with more variety and autonomy. In our Regional Support Nursery Manager roles you will get the opportunity to make a real impact. You get the variety that comes with travelling to different nursery settings and the satisfaction from helping our nurseries achieve outstanding OFSTED grading. If this sounds like something you'd enjoy, submit your application and start your Storal journey today. About Storal We are an award winning nursery group specialising in early years education and childcare. We create nurturing, engaging environments that support every child's growth and learning. We prioritise individualised care, team development, and a supportive work culture. Join us and become part of a team that values continuous learning and professional growth. In return we'll give you access to loads of retail discounts to help with your daily costs, 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays to help you recharge, a performance related bonus to help you feel valued and recognised, dedicated learning and development support to help you progress and, much much, more. What you will be doing As a Support Nursery Manager you will be supporting our Nursery Managers and teams, and stepping in when your subject matter expertise is needed. Your mission is to ensure each setting upholds the highest standards of childcare and education, embodies Storal's values, and achieves strong financial performance. Key responsibilities Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to comply with Health and Safety legislation. Childcare Standards: Uphold and elevate the standards of childcare and education across all settings. Operational Compliance: Ensure full adherence to Storal's policies and procedures. Staff Supervision & Development: Lead regular staff supervisions and implement growth and development plans. Marketing & Occupancy: Actively promote the nursery locally to maintain high occupancy rates. Talent Management: Recruit and nurture staff who align with Storal's values and culture. Leadership: Exhibit strong leadership and embody the values of Storal in all interactions. Financial Oversight: Drive improvements in financial performance year over year. Safeguarding: Serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, overseeing child protection policies and procedures. Parent Engagement: Develop robust strategies for parent engagement and community involvement. The Qualifications, Skills & Competencies you'll need to be successful Essential Full driving license and access to a vehicle. Willingness to travel and stay away from home as needed. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Early Years Education and Care (Level 6 preferred). Proven experience in a Nursery Manager role. In-depth knowledge of special educational needs and equality of opportunity. Certification in Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in nursery administration tasks (invoices, payroll, timesheets). Competent in using PCs, including word processing, spreadsheets, and email. Experience in staff training and development. Achieving OFSTED Outstanding Grade. Commercial acumen. Desirable Degree or equivalent in a subject related to Childcare. Coaching and mentoring experience. Benefits at a glance For you -We get the basics right enhanced holidays, paid sick pay, extra wellness day off (yearly) and accessing your pay before payday with PayCaptain Family matters - Balance starts at home Childcare Discount + Funding, compassionate leave & enhanced maternity (and more) Health & wellness - Nourishing body & mind Partnerships with Vitality & Peppy; fertility & menopause support, gym discount, free movie tickets and more Development - Investing in your future Micro-learning, financial stability tools & Storal Support Fund Our community - Growing together Termly inset days, team app & Storal Awards gathering. We pay for your DBS upfront along with reimbursing your annual update service charge. We partner with world-leading third parties such as Pay Captain, Vitality, and Peppy. And much much more. Join us at Storal and make a difference in the early years sector. Apply today to become our next Nursery Support Manager and take the lead in shaping the future of childcare and education!
Head of Building Surveying, (Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire). Competitive Base Salary, Generous Bonus Package, Car Allowance, Pension, & Health Care We are currently working on behalf of Innovus Group, an established, well respected, and growing property company, with offices located across the country. Innovus have 25 years of trading behind them, a highly successful track record, and broad client base covering the UK and currently looking to attract and recruit someone who can take on a senior role within the business as the Head of Building Surveying. This role will provide leadership, coaching and development to direct reports (often conducted remotely) as well as continuously improving service delivery and generating growth for the surveying business. Who we are looking to attract: Someone educated with a degree in Building Surveying. Holds membership to the RICS. Has excellent IT skills (NBS, MS Project Outlook, Word, Excel). Has experience of leading from the front and acting as a mentor to lesser experienced team members. Good technical writing, client-facing and communication skills. Ideally experience in Principal Designer. Experience of ECS (Emergency Call Systems specifically in specifications and tenders in advance of the analogue to digital switchover). Experience of AOVs (Automated Opening Vents). General experience for fee quoting. About the role: Provide leadership and direction to Innovus Surveyors fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment which focusses on service and growth. Mentor and develop staff, encouraging professional growth and skill enhancement. Drive a great people culture in the business that is inclusive, provides opportunity and delivers results. Define, measure and improve key performance indicators with a focus on service and efficiency. Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of surveying projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with project managers and teams to deliver successful surveying outcomes. Maintain a high level of technical expertise in surveying methodologies, tools, and technologies. Ensure that the surveying team is equipped with the latest tools and resources. Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to land surveying. Ensure that all surveying projects comply with legal requirements. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with surveying projects, ensuring the successful completion of deliverables. Engage proactively and positively with clients to provide confidence in services delivered. Agree and embed service level agreements for all business services activities with clients. Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and precision of surveying data and deliverables. Manage the surveying department budgets across Innovus Surveyors. Effectively manage the surveying divisional budgets. Ensure costs are appropriately managed, forecasting is accurate, and risks are appropriately managed. This includes resource allocation, equipment procurement, and cost control measures. Stay abreast of technological advancements in surveying tools and methods. Integrate new technologies to enhance the efficiency and capabilities of the surveying businesses bespoke to their needs. Grow the business services division through organic, acquisitive and new product / market activities. Participate in business development activities to secure new surveying projects. If you are looking to take on a managerial role, located in the South/South East, you are a Chartered Building Surveyor, and would like to learn more, please click on the Apply Button today. Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Head of Building Surveying, (Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire). Competitive Base Salary, Generous Bonus Package, Car Allowance, Pension, & Health Care We are currently working on behalf of Innovus Group, an established, well respected, and growing property company, with offices located across the country. Innovus have 25 years of trading behind them, a highly successful track record, and broad client base covering the UK and currently looking to attract and recruit someone who can take on a senior role within the business as the Head of Building Surveying. This role will provide leadership, coaching and development to direct reports (often conducted remotely) as well as continuously improving service delivery and generating growth for the surveying business. Who we are looking to attract: Someone educated with a degree in Building Surveying. Holds membership to the RICS. Has excellent IT skills (NBS, MS Project Outlook, Word, Excel). Has experience of leading from the front and acting as a mentor to lesser experienced team members. Good technical writing, client-facing and communication skills. Ideally experience in Principal Designer. Experience of ECS (Emergency Call Systems specifically in specifications and tenders in advance of the analogue to digital switchover). Experience of AOVs (Automated Opening Vents). General experience for fee quoting. About the role: Provide leadership and direction to Innovus Surveyors fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment which focusses on service and growth. Mentor and develop staff, encouraging professional growth and skill enhancement. Drive a great people culture in the business that is inclusive, provides opportunity and delivers results. Define, measure and improve key performance indicators with a focus on service and efficiency. Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of surveying projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with project managers and teams to deliver successful surveying outcomes. Maintain a high level of technical expertise in surveying methodologies, tools, and technologies. Ensure that the surveying team is equipped with the latest tools and resources. Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to land surveying. Ensure that all surveying projects comply with legal requirements. Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with surveying projects, ensuring the successful completion of deliverables. Engage proactively and positively with clients to provide confidence in services delivered. Agree and embed service level agreements for all business services activities with clients. Implement and maintain quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and precision of surveying data and deliverables. Manage the surveying department budgets across Innovus Surveyors. Effectively manage the surveying divisional budgets. Ensure costs are appropriately managed, forecasting is accurate, and risks are appropriately managed. This includes resource allocation, equipment procurement, and cost control measures. Stay abreast of technological advancements in surveying tools and methods. Integrate new technologies to enhance the efficiency and capabilities of the surveying businesses bespoke to their needs. Grow the business services division through organic, acquisitive and new product / market activities. Participate in business development activities to secure new surveying projects. If you are looking to take on a managerial role, located in the South/South East, you are a Chartered Building Surveyor, and would like to learn more, please click on the Apply Button today. Offices located London, Luton, Torquay, Worcester & Hampshire. Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Job Description We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Job Description - Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) () Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) Job Number: Development and Alumni Relations Grade 8 : £47,389 to £56,535 per annum Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements : Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM About the University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University. Further information about the University can be found here. Find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Durham area on our Why Join Us? - Information Page. The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. We contribute to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding donors through reports, presentations, events and face to face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high level stakeholders on behalf of the University. Senior Development Manager Responsibilities Senior Development Managers are primarily responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding principal/major donations of £100K - £1M+. In this role, you will manage a small team focused on gifts from £10,000 - £99,999 and work with the Head of Major Gifts to implement a strategy for mid level giving, establishing and tracking progress against clear and granular KPIs. You will personally manage a portfolio of some of the University's most senior benefactors and advocates. This portfolio will primarily comprise individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The post holder must be versatile and able to work closely and with senior alumni, University leaders, prominent and public figures, the trustees of regional, national and global funding bodies, major benefactors and advocates, in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of principal/major donations and the advancement of Durham University. They must be able to lead and manage a small sub team within the Major Gifts team, guiding strategic activity and maintaining a focus on high level opportunities. Base Location The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description. Working at Durham 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependent visas. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under represented in our workforce including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, and you feel it relevant, let us know about it in your application. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within the role. Person Specification - Qualifications and Experience Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Professional practitioner with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence events and activities within the organisation. Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client facing role. Experience of securing significant gifts (six figure plus) from individual donors. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice . click apply for full job details
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Job Description We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Job Description - Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) () Senior Development Manager (Mid-level giving lead) Job Number: Development and Alumni Relations Grade 8 : £47,389 to £56,535 per annum Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements : Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM About the University At Durham University we are proud of our people. A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, a unique and historic setting - Durham is a university like no other. We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally. Across the University we have a huge variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, which is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally. We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University. Further information about the University can be found here. Find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Durham area on our Why Join Us? - Information Page. The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office is responsible for co ordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, advancement services, and supporter communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. We contribute to the enhancement of Durham University's reputation as globally outstanding, inclusive, and forward looking. We are an ambitious and committed team with a collaborative and collegiate culture. The Development Team within DARO is ultimately responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations and other charitable bodies; stewarding donors through reports, presentations, events and face to face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective benefactors on campus; and managing relationships with high level stakeholders on behalf of the University. Senior Development Manager Responsibilities Senior Development Managers are primarily responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding principal/major donations of £100K - £1M+. In this role, you will manage a small team focused on gifts from £10,000 - £99,999 and work with the Head of Major Gifts to implement a strategy for mid level giving, establishing and tracking progress against clear and granular KPIs. You will personally manage a portfolio of some of the University's most senior benefactors and advocates. This portfolio will primarily comprise individual donors, but may also include trusts and foundations, legacy and planned giving prospects, corporate donors/sponsors, and other philanthropic organisations. The Senior Development Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The post holder must be versatile and able to work closely and with senior alumni, University leaders, prominent and public figures, the trustees of regional, national and global funding bodies, major benefactors and advocates, in multiple capacities which facilitate the development of principal/major donations and the advancement of Durham University. They must be able to lead and manage a small sub team within the Major Gifts team, guiding strategic activity and maintaining a focus on high level opportunities. Base Location The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Boldon House - Durham University. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description. Working at Durham 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependent visas. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under represented in our workforce including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. If you have taken time out of your career, and you feel it relevant, let us know about it in your application. If you are a candidate with a disability, we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, reasonable adjustments will be made to support people within the role. Person Specification - Qualifications and Experience Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Professional practitioner with specialist knowledge and expertise to influence events and activities within the organisation. Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client facing role. Experience of securing significant gifts (six figure plus) from individual donors. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice . click apply for full job details
We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Trusts and Foundations Manager () Development and Alumni Relations Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements: Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships. Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) is responsible for coordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, and advancement communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. The Development Team within DARO is responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations, and other charitable bodies; stewarding major and principal donors through reports, presentations, events and face to face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective donors on campus; and relationship managing high level stakeholders on behalf of the University. The Trusts and Foundations Manager role sits within the Institutional Funders Team and is responsible for supporting and advancing its activities. They will play a key role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will take an active role in liaising with colleagues to establish funding needs, researching and cultivating funders new and old, submitting applications, administering gifts and stewarding donors. They will collaborate with colleagues across the University in academic, college, professional services and leadership roles. They will represent the Institutional Funders Team in a positive supportive manner while balancing the need for the team to align with DARO's strategic priorities and fundraising campaign. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will research funding opportunities and record information on DARO's Raiser's Edge database, providing a resource which can be regularly updated and interrogated as required. They will develop and strengthen relationships with trusts and foundations by networking and making introductions to new funders where appropriate and keeping channels of communication open with existing partners. In addition to trusts and foundations, funders might include statutory funders and religious orders. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will tailor their approach to each funder to ensure they are using the appropriate channels. They will take a lead on writing selected applications, drawing on colleagues' strengths, and be able to articulate the funding need in the context of the University's wider strategy. The value of applications may range from mid level grants to £100,000 plus. As required, they will organise and host tailored funder visits to the University, working with colleagues including senior staff and providing briefings. They will record the outcome of applications and any feedback. Where an application is successful, they will assist with gift administration. They will encourage ongoing dialogue with funders where possible and they will maintain funder records on Raiser's Edge by recording interactions and noting any requirements for future action. They will work collaboratively and flexibly with all colleagues in the Institutional Funders Team to maximise income for the benefit of the University. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. Working at Durham You'll receive 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependant visas. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. What you need to demonstrate when you apply / Person Specification When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criteria has an asterisk next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered. Qualifications / Experience Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client facing role and tailoring the approach to each audience. Track record of success in securing donations at over £50,000 from institutional funders. Experience of implementing policies and procedures and supporting change and service improvements. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice, develop strong and productive working relationships and to positively influence the University's reputation. Skills / Abilities / Knowledge Excellent spoken and written communication skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (preferably Raiser's Edge). Committed to continuing professional development to maintain professional development (e.g. CASE, Institute of Fundraising). . click apply for full job details
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on Trusts and Foundations Manager () Development and Alumni Relations Open-Ended/Permanent - Full Time Working Arrangements: Hybrid arrangements in place, flexible hours may be required on occasion to deliver key activities and maintain relationships. Closing Date 12-Mar-2026, 11:59:00 PM The Role and Department The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) is responsible for coordinating philanthropy, alumni and supporter engagement, and advancement communications on behalf of the University. DARO works with colleges, academic departments, research centres and institutes, wider student experience partners, and professional departments to engage over 200,000 alumni and supporters around the world. The Development Team within DARO is responsible for: soliciting donations from alumni, philanthropists, corporations, trusts and foundations, and other charitable bodies; stewarding major and principal donors through reports, presentations, events and face to face meetings; meeting with gift beneficiaries to collate and produce gift impact reporting materials; hosting and devising engagement opportunities for existing and prospective donors on campus; and relationship managing high level stakeholders on behalf of the University. The Trusts and Foundations Manager role sits within the Institutional Funders Team and is responsible for supporting and advancing its activities. They will play a key role in the delivery of Durham's bicentenary Campaign. The Campaign is a major philanthropic initiative centred on the University's 200th anniversary in 2032, seeking to create a step change in philanthropic giving to Durham. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will take an active role in liaising with colleagues to establish funding needs, researching and cultivating funders new and old, submitting applications, administering gifts and stewarding donors. They will collaborate with colleagues across the University in academic, college, professional services and leadership roles. They will represent the Institutional Funders Team in a positive supportive manner while balancing the need for the team to align with DARO's strategic priorities and fundraising campaign. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will research funding opportunities and record information on DARO's Raiser's Edge database, providing a resource which can be regularly updated and interrogated as required. They will develop and strengthen relationships with trusts and foundations by networking and making introductions to new funders where appropriate and keeping channels of communication open with existing partners. In addition to trusts and foundations, funders might include statutory funders and religious orders. The Trusts and Foundations Manager will tailor their approach to each funder to ensure they are using the appropriate channels. They will take a lead on writing selected applications, drawing on colleagues' strengths, and be able to articulate the funding need in the context of the University's wider strategy. The value of applications may range from mid level grants to £100,000 plus. As required, they will organise and host tailored funder visits to the University, working with colleagues including senior staff and providing briefings. They will record the outcome of applications and any feedback. Where an application is successful, they will assist with gift administration. They will encourage ongoing dialogue with funders where possible and they will maintain funder records on Raiser's Edge by recording interactions and noting any requirements for future action. They will work collaboratively and flexibly with all colleagues in the Institutional Funders Team to maximise income for the benefit of the University. The base location for this role is Boldon House, our exciting new professional services hub. Boldon House is situated on the outskirts of Durham near the Arnison Centre in Pity Me. Boldon House brings a number of professional services teams together in a vibrant office environment which supports collaborative working and is designed to embrace hybrid working. Working at Durham You'll receive 30 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 42 days per year. The University closes between Christmas and New Year. We offer a generous pension scheme, and as a new member of staff you will be automatically enrolled into the University Superannuation Scheme (USS). No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have ample parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies. You can also take advantage of our cost effective and environmentally friendly Tusker Car Benefit Scheme, allowing you to lease a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with savings on tax and National Insurance. We have a genuine commitment to developing our colleagues professionally and personally. There is a comprehensive range of development courses, apprenticeships and access to qualifications and routes to develop your career in the University. All staff have dedicated annual time to concentrate on their personal development opportunities. We provide wide ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state of the art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24 7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our on site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5 16. Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers). We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference in the local community. You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions. Various salary sacrifice schemes are also available to help you take advantage of tax savings on benefits. If you are moving to Durham, you may be eligible for help with removal costs, and we have a dedicated team who can help you with the practicalities such as house hunting and schools. If you need a visa, we cover most visa costs and offer an interest free loan scheme to pay for dependant visas. Durham University is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion Our collective aim is to create an open and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential and we believe our staff should reflect the diversity of the global community in which we work. As a University equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are a key part of the University's Strategy and a central part of everything we do. We also live by our values and our Staff Code of Conduct. At Durham we actively work towards providing an environment where our staff and students can study, work and live in a community which is supportive and inclusive. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. What you need to demonstrate when you apply / Person Specification When you apply it is important that you let us know what skills/experience you have from a similar role and/or what skills/experience you have which would make you right for this role. Further information about the role and responsibilities is at the end of this job description. Where a criteria has an asterisk next to it, it may be given additional weighting when your application is considered. Qualifications / Experience Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience). Experience of working in a fundraising, stewardship or business development environment in a client facing role and tailoring the approach to each audience. Track record of success in securing donations at over £50,000 from institutional funders. Experience of implementing policies and procedures and supporting change and service improvements. Experience of providing specialist advice and guidance to a range of customers and colleagues, including more senior colleagues. Experience of participating in internal or external networks to share and discuss good practice, develop strong and productive working relationships and to positively influence the University's reputation. Skills / Abilities / Knowledge Excellent spoken and written communication skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships, both internally and externally. Strong digital competence across a range of digital devices and apps including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (preferably Raiser's Edge). Committed to continuing professional development to maintain professional development (e.g. CASE, Institute of Fundraising). . click apply for full job details
