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Executive Assistant to the Chief People Officer Full Time Hybrid Permanent Mid Kent We have a rare opportunity to join our client, one of the largest charitable foundations in Europe, as an Executive Assistant within a team supporting the CPO. You will be providing efficient and responsive secretarial and administrative support, including diary and inbox management, as well as organising staff events. Key Responsibilities: Provide the CPO with a full range of secretarial and administrative support. Manage a complex and ever-changing diary, including scheduling meetings, appointments and travel. Act as the primary point of contact for all matters relating to the CPO and senior stakeholdes. Monitor and prioritise emails and incoming communications on behalf of the CPO. Coordinate and organise internal and external events. Plan and deliver seminars, networking events, and conferences. Prepare documents, reports, and presentations as required. Build strong working relationships across all levels of the organisation and with external stakeholders. About You: Strong experience working as an Executive/Personal Assistant. Computer literate with a strong understanding of MS Office. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage competing priorities. Strong attention to detail and a professional, confident manner. Proven experience supporting senior executives. Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach. If you meet the above criteria, don t hesitate apply now for immediate consideration. This role is being handled by Nicole Howe and Holly Ensoll, Business Support Consultants for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Not quite the right role but still looking? Whether you are entry or Executive level, our team of experienced Recruitment specialists can help you with your career. We are Kent s leading independent consultancy and pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional service to both candidates and clients. Find us on and By working with us, you will be helping support charities across Kent; we have raised over £50,000 so far!

About The Role Ready to shape employment law at the heart of the NHS Professionals workforce? Are you an employment law specialist who thrives on complexity, influence, and purpose? Do you want your legal expertise to directly support the NHS and the people who keep it running? If so, NHS Professionals is looking for a Head of Employment to provide strategic, expert leadership across our People Team. The Role As Head of Employment, you'll hold a pivotal senior leadership position, acting as NHSP's trusted authority on all employment law matters. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, with a dotted line to the Company Secretary, you will ensure legal excellence across both our corporate workforce and our flexible NHS workforce. You'll be the organisation's lead advisor on complex and high risk employment issues, a key escalation point for senior leaders, and a vital contributor to NHSP's corporate strategy. Your work will balance legal rigour with pragmatic, commercially minded advice that enables the business to move forward with confidence. As a major provider of flexible workforce solutions to the NHS, this role is central to advising on managed services contracts, workforce models, and the evolving employment challenges facing the wider NHS. About The Candidate Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a current practising certificate. Minimum 3+ years PQE in employment law. Significant experience in advising the NHS. Providing strategic and operational leadership on all employment law matters. Managing legal risk and ensuring organisational compliance. Leading and overseeing complex employment tribunal cases and litigation strategy. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and executive leadership. Supporting business proposals and change programmes with expert employment advice. Developing and embedding policies that strengthen compliance, inclusion, wellbeing, and flexible working. Advising on GDPR, data protection, equality, and EDI-related matters. Managing legal budgets, driving value for money, and achieving demanding legal KPIs. About Us In return for your commitment, we will offer you some fantastic benefits: Generous annual leave allowance with the ability to buy and sell - 27 days per year, plus bank holidays. A commitment to talent management & development Values Star of the Month! - Our star of the month award enables you to recognise colleagues or teams that have gone the extra mile and they could win £100 worth of shopping vouchers. Pension - We'll contribute up to 10% towards your pension if you join our stakeholder pension scheme. Life Assurance Group Income Protection Wellbeing Programme Employee Assistance Programme Employee Engagement & discounts platform NHS Professionals (NHSP) run the largest NHS flexible staff bank, placing highly skilled temporary workers in NHS Trusts to meet their short, medium and long-term needs. Uniquely we are owned by the Department of Health and Social Care and we therefore reinvest any surplus we make directly back into the NHS. NHSP is committed to being an inclusive employer of choice, working with a variety of partner organisations which provide valuable insights and best practice. We are accredited as a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute and recognised as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work. As part of our ongoing commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, we have been awarded the Race Equality Code Quality Mark and are a signatory of Disability Confident, Menopause Pledge and Mental Health at Work Commitment. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) As part of our commitment to EDI, as well as having a number of related staff support networks and calendar of activities, NHS Professionals is also working to the following aims: To ensure we become an inclusive recruiter of choice, encompassing a fully diverse workforce, which truly reflects society. To proactively embed the EDI agenda, in a meaningful way, in all that it does. To create a psychologically safe environment in which everyone can thrive and be at their best. To actively support and include disabled people as part of our commitment to the Disability Confident scheme, including offering an interview to applicants who meet the minimum criteria and choose to apply under the scheme. We particularly welcome applications from people from minority groups and will provide support to ensure an equitable process.

The Welsh Government operates name-free recruitment. The recruiting panel will not see personal information such as a candidate s name and address during the sifting process. This policy is in line with our commitment to end bias and promote equality and diversity. Vacancy details Vacancy title: Appointment of Commissioner to the Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru (Welsh Essential) Closing date: 09/01/2026, 16:00 Vetting level: Basic How many positions: 1 Position type: Commissioner Name of body: Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru Location: Cardiff or virtually via MS Teams. Remuneration: £292 per full day. Welsh language requirements Welsh language requirements: 1 Welsh language skills are essential for this role. The skills required for this role are specified below. These skills will be assessed as part of the selection process. Understanding by reading: 5 Full understanding of all work related material Speaking and being understood: 5 Fluent Understanding by listening: 5 Can understand all work-related conversations Writing and being understood: 5 Can prepare written material for all work-related matters The Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our AI candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Disability Confident Scheme The Welsh Government is a Disability Confident Leader. We guarantee to interview any candidate with an impairment, health condition, who is neurodivergent or who uses British Sign Language if they meet the minimum criteria for the post. Social Model of Disability Welsh Government has adopted the social model of disability, which recognises that barriers in society act to disable people who have impairments, or health conditions, who are neurodivergent or who use British Sign Language. We are committed to removing barriers in the recruitment process so that all (or potential new) staff can perform at their best. Recruitment adjustments can be made at any part of the recruitment process for candidates with an impairment or health condition, who are neurodivergent or who use British Sign Language. Role Description It is important to note commissioners of the Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru will work across the full range of the body s functions, but each will have particular focus on a functional area. Strategic Functions Members will: Oversee the delivery of Local Government Electoral Boundary Reviews, including one Member taking a Lead Commissioner role for each review. Oversee the delivery of Senedd Boundary Reviews. Determine the level of payments to elected and co-opted members of Unitary Councils, Town and Community Councils, National Park Authorities and Fire and Rescue Authorities. Board attendance and participation Chair and/or participate in sub-committees contributing to the delivery of programmes of work through the Governance and Audit (DBCC Deputy Chair and two Commissioners), Remuneration (at least four Commissioners) or Electoral Review (at least four Commissioners) sub committees. Stakeholder Management Ensure strong and effective relationships with key stakeholders. Lead Commissioner roles Take responsibility for engagement and communication with council leaders, officers, and other key stakeholders across local government. Communication and Engagement Ensure effective consultation and engagement on proposals in accordance with the Commission s Communication and Engagement strategy, ensuring feedback is used to support continuous learning and improvement. Ensure consultation is fully compliant with statutory legislative framework and used to inform decision making for all electoral reviews and remuneration determinations. Ensure Commission decisions are communicated clearly and all communications are accessible. Analysis of information / use of research and evidence to support effective decision making Analyse and interpret information and make effective use of evidence to support panel decision making on Local Government Electoral and Senedd Boundary Review options and remuneration. Identify trends across all aspects of Commission programmes to inform a research and evidence plan that ensures the Commission is contributing to the Democratic health of the nation. Use evidence and research in the provision of advice to the Welsh Government on the state of Democratic health in Wales. Policy Development Develop policy, practice and robust methodology to support decision making. Provide guidance and advice to key stakeholders on the effective running of devolved elections in Wales, remuneration policy and determinations, and electoral reviews. Through shared learning, develop and implement guidance for the effective delivery of elections across Wales. Legislative Framework Understand the legislative framework that impacts decisions and Commission work. Ensure the Commission is working within the legislative framework. Horizon scan for future changes to legislation that are likely to impact the functions of the Commission. Corporate Governance Ensure the organisation is fit for purpose with effective corporate governance arrangements in place in respect to financial and risk management and organisational development. Ensure plans and policies are regularly reviewed. Provide leadership and strategic direction to the organisation and support the Chief Executive and senior leadership team to delivery corporate objectives and drive a culture of continuous improvement. Ensure the delivery of outcomes against the Commission strategy and organisational plan, delivery of Welsh Government objectives and that the Minister s Remit Letter is fulfilled. Performance Management and Quality Assurance Oversee the quality assurance process for the production of draft and final reports. Ensure the effective monitoring of the Commission s performance. Person Specification who are we looking for The skills and experiences we are looking for are set out below. When submitting your personal statement, you should show how your skills and experiences could be used in this role. Essential specification Applicants must be able to demonstrate:- Welsh context Understanding of how local government operates in Wales and the importance of democratic health. Communication Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to individuals ranging across members of the public, elected representatives and senior leaders. Ability to exercise independent judgement make decisions and explain how they have been made. Analytical and Interpretation skills Ability to evaluate a wide range of information, including geographical data and formulate a reasoned conclusion. Ability to assess options, identify and formulate solutions using a methodical and analytical approach. Legislative framework Understanding of the legislative framework the Commission operates within to ensure effective robust decision making. Impartiality Ability to remain impartial and objective in offering constructive advice and observation. Strong track record of delivering outcomes with an ability to reflect on and learn from own lived experiences Political neutrality Ability to work on basis of strict political neutrality. Understanding of and commitment to the Nolan Principles of public life Corporate governance Understanding of importance of effective corporate and financial governance Knowledge, skills or experience of financial management, accounting, risk management, audit and accountability structures Research Experience of working with statistical data, and leading on commissioning and analysing research. Desirable specification Elections Experience of co-ordinating or running local government, parliamentary or Police and Crime Commissioner elections Remuneration Experience of elected member remuneration Welsh Language Welsh language skills are essential for one of these posts and desirable, but not a pre-requisite for appointment for the two others. However, all candidates will be expected to display an empathy towards the language. Understanding Can understand basic conversations about everyday topics Reading Can read simple material on everyday topics with understanding Speaking Can converse in simple work-related conversations Writing Can write simple work-related correspondence How to Apply All applications for this vacancy must be made using our online application system. Unless stated otherwise in the Other vacancy-related information for advert , the Welsh Government cannot offer Visa sponsorship. Welsh Government holds a Visa sponsorship licence . click apply for full job details

Our client is a fast-growing, multi-site consumer-service organisation with ambitious plans for continued expansion across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to provide strategic and operational leadership across the organisation. Reporting to the CEO, you will lead the senior leadership team, drive operational efficiency, and ensure alignment between strategy and day-to-day delivery. This role is central to scaling the business, improving systems and processes, and maintaining consistent performance across all locations. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage the Senior Management Team - Report to and present operational performance at board level - Set, monitor, and deliver business and lettings targets - Develop and implement efficient operational systems and processes - Oversee senior recruitment and performance management - Ensure strong cross-departmental collaboration - Act as the senior contact for key corporate clients and partners The person - Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role - Strong people leadership skills across multi-functional teams - Track record of driving operational improvement and business growth in both a B2B and B2C environment - Experience of taking full operational control within a multisite environment, consumer-centric environment - Confident communicator, comfortable working at board level - Strategic, analytical, and delivery-focused This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious, innovative organisation offering genuine scope to influence, grow, and lead at the highest level.

Chief People Officer Location: Manchester City Centre, hybrid working c. 2-3 days/week office-based Package: Executive-level + benefits Reports to: Chief Executive Lead with purpose. Deliver with impact. At The Growth Company (GC), we believe business should be a force for good. We exist to create jobs, build skills and strengthen communities. As an award-winning social enterprise, every pound of profit we make is reinvested to support inclusive, sustainable growth, enabling people and places to thrive. Our work spans helping businesses scale and innovate, supporting individuals to access new skills and meaningful work, and collaborating with partners to drive regeneration across the UK. We are now seeking a Chief People Officer to join our Executive Team; a strategic, people-centred leader who can combine commercial pace with compassion, and governance with growth. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Chief People Officer will lead the full People, Organisational Development, Payroll and Health & Safety agenda, shaping and delivering a strategy that ensures every colleague feels valued, supported and able to perform at their best. You will design and implement a forward-looking People & OD Strategy aligned to GC's Corporate Plan, driving measurable improvement in culture, capability and performance. You'll lead the development of leadership and succession pipelines, embedding a culture of learning, coaching and continuous improvement across the organisation. You will evolve our reward and recognition frameworks to ensure they are equitable, transparent and motivating, while fostering engagement and inclusion so that every voice is heard and every colleague can contribute to our shared success. Working in close partnership with senior leaders, the CEO, Board and Committees, you will act as a trusted advisor; bringing pragmatic, evidence-based insight and challenge where it matters most. You'll play a central role in strengthening collaboration across our leadership community, supporting the delivery of our mission through great people practices. As a visible champion for diversity and belonging, you will ensure our approach reflects our values and the communities we serve. You'll oversee Payroll and Health & Safety, ensuring excellence, compliance and assurance across all people operations, while leading and developing a capable, high-performing HR and OD team. About You You're an experienced, forward-thinking HR leader with the credibility to operate at Board level and the curiosity to keep learning. You bring experience from both private and public (or not-for-profit) environments, able to balance commercial acumen with social purpose. You understand how to translate strategy into meaningful, measurable action, and how to make change stick. You'll have a proven record of delivering strategic people plans that improve culture, capability and performance. You're confident in influencing across complex stakeholder landscapes and have depth in areas such as reward, talent, leadership development, and engagement. You've driven EDI outcomes that go beyond compliance to cultural transformation. Resilient, diplomatic and grounded, you lead with authenticity and bring both pace and empathy to your work. CIPD-qualified (or equivalent), you combine intellectual rigour with warmth, integrity and a genuine belief in the power of people to drive change. Why The Growth Company Joining GC means being part of something bigger. You'll be at the heart of an organisation that measures success not just in numbers, but in lives changed and futures built. You'll be working with a senior team that values evidence-based decisions, collaboration and innovation, and that genuinely believes purpose and performance go hand in hand. If you're ready to shape the future of a people-first social enterprise, leading transformation that blends commercial strength with social impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply Apply now following the online process. Your application will be forwarded to our retained consultant Vanessa Jackson at We are Adam. All third-party applications will be forwarded to the consultant. We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community. If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process. Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team. We also aim to make our recruitment process inclusive and accessible. If you need reasonable adjustments or have any general enquiries at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact or call us on . Examples include: Meeting the hiring manager or touring the venue in advance Extra time for tasks Interview questions shared beforehand Accessibility software or equipment for assessments We're proud to support the Ban the Box campaign, which helps people with convictions access job opportunities. As part of this, we've removed questions about convictions from the initial application stage. GC is committed to fostering a culture of flexibility and agile working. Many roles will increasingly support full agile arrangements. If you require more permanent flexibility, we encourage you to discuss this during your interview so your request can be considered early in the process. All GC colleagues will work in line with the Health & Safety at work act and the GC Health & Safety Policy.

As our Senior Operations Officer you will develop and provide an excellent operational and administrative support function across the charity, with primary responsibility for Executive Assistant duties and supporting key charity projects. AI interest and curiosity highly desirable to support our innovation journey. Who are we and what do we do? We're the UK's leading ovarian cancer research charity, working on early detection, prevention and treatments so that no woman dies of ovarian cancer. Ovarian Cancer Action is a community of changemakers with one purpose: to give ovarian cancer the focus it needs to increase 10-year survival rates. And we know research is the solution. We live and breathe this lifesaving, world-leading research. We fund more ovarian cancer research than any other UK gynaecological cancer charity. It s how we ve driven some of the biggest breakthroughs of the last 19 years. We're also the only charity at the heart of the global ovarian cancer research community and have been for four decades. By connecting the world's leading scientists together, we re creating a powerful hub of experience, expertise and insight. So, we confidently fund research that takes us a step closer to our goal: that by 2032 half of women will live more than 10 years after diagnosis. Scope of the role EA support to Chief Executive and Leadership Team, Chair, Board of Trustees and Committees (55%) Administrative and project support to the Director of Finance & Operations and HR Consultant covering Finance, IT, HR, Volunteer Management and Operations (35%) Administrative support to wider charity teams (10%) Key areas of responsibility: Executive Assistant Support to CEO and Leadership Team Provide comprehensive PA support to the Chief Executive, including proactive diary management, anticipating needs, and coordinating complex schedules Prepare for team meetings and other key meetings, including agenda compilation, document preparation, and follow-up actions Support the preparation of high-quality presentations and key documents for internal and external stakeholders Organise and coordinate team events, including summer and Christmas parties, team lunches, and ad hoc meals and events Provide responsive tech support and troubleshooting to the CEO and Leadership Team, helping them make effective use of available tools Support to the Director of Finance & Operations and HR Consultant Finance and IT Provide administrative and project support across finance processes; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in collaboration with the Director of Finance & Operations HR Collaborate with the HR Consultant across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment administration, new staff induction and onboarding, leaver processes, and learning & development initiatives Volunteer management Support the recruitment and ongoing engagement of volunteers, ensuring positive volunteer experiences Operations & innovation Lead the continuous review, improvement and maintenance of internal processes, policies and procedures. Identify and explore opportunities to implement AI tools and automation to enhance operational efficiency Reporting Assist the Director of Finance in preparing comprehensive quarterly performance reports Supplier relations Maintain and develop excellent supplier relationships through regular meetings and communications, continually looking for ways to work more effectively together Board of Trustees support Schedule and coordinate Board and Committee meetings, ensuring all logistics are managed smoothly Provide wider governance support, acting as a key liaison point for the Chair, Board of Trustees and Committee members Support to wider Charity Team Act as the first point of contact for the charity, managing the responding to phone enquiries, and supporting the postal process with professionalism and warmth Support the Fundraising Team with accurate and timely data entry Respond to general enquiries to the charity, either directly or by coordinating with relevant team members Provide flexible ad hoc administrative support across teams as needed Schedule virtual and in-person meetings efficiently, including booking appropriate venues Person specification At Ovarian Cancer Action, we value confidence, positivity, resilience and passion. We recognise that attitude, approach to work, and how you engage with fellow team members are just as important as your technical skills and abilities. Essential experience Demonstrable experience working in a role requiring high-level administrative, organisational and interpersonal skills in a professional environment Experience delivering excellent, detail-oriented cross-functional administrative support Strong track record of providing internal and external customer care and building productive relationships Experience communicating to a high standard, particularly via phone and email, with a variety of stakeholders at all levels Experience developing, embedding and following processes to deliver excellent administrative and project support Experience working with confidential and sensitive information, demonstrating discretion and sound judgment Proficiency in Outlook and Microsoft Applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint (experience with Microsoft Teams and SharePoint is desirable) Our benefits and flexible working Flexible working: At Ovarian Cancer Action we strive to be a place where the best people do their best work. To support you in doing just that we take a pro-active approach to the conversations we have with staff and candidates around working patterns. We are therefore open to considering a variety of flexible working options, welcoming these discussions right from the application stage through to the different stages of life and career, supporting the changing needs of your work-life balance. Annual leave: We offer much more than the statutory amount of annual leave. In addition to 25 days annual leave and eight days of public holidays per year, three days are also given to be taken between Christmas and New year, so that in total you can receive up to 36 days paid leave. Employer and employee contributory pension: We offer a generous pension scheme above the statutory minimum requirement. Healthcare plan: To support your health and wellbeing, we have partnered with Simplyhealth to offer cash back on a range of healthcare services, as well as access to a 24-hour free GP phone line and counselling service. Gym discounts: As part of the Ovarian Cancer Action s healthcare plan you will be able to claim discount on gym membership at participating gyms. Eye test and financial support with glasses if needed when using a VDU at work. Maternity and paternity pay: The early days of raising a family are so important; you need time to adjust to the physical, emotional and practical changes. To support this, we offer additional enhanced maternity and paternity pay for eligible employees. Training and development opportunities: We want everyone at Ovarian Cancer Action to have a growth mindset, always striving to improve and not worried about failure. We are therefore always looking for ways to support and encourage you to grow as the charity grows and will work on an individualised learning and development plan for you each year. Employee Assistance Programme: Your well-being is important to us and to help support this our employees and their direct family have access to a 24-hour confidential and free Employee Assistance Programme phone line to support personal and work-related issues. Social events for the team: We believe work should be fun and to have the opportunity to enjoy the great team we work with. To give you a flavour of this, please ask how our guided tour around the East End of London went, highlighting how women were involved in the area's vibrant history. Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion We are committed to actively promoting equality, diversity and inclusivity and welcome enquiries and applications from underrepresented groups, including minoritised communities and applicants with disabilities. At Ovarian Cancer Action, we firmly believe that embracing diversity, promoting equality, and fostering inclusivity are not just buzzwords but essential values that drive our success. We understand that a diverse workforce brings together unique perspectives, experiences, and talents, which ultimately fuels innovation and enhances our ability to better serve the communities we serve and work with. Don t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every qualification in the role description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that we have.

KCBNA is an outstanding organisation that exists to tackle inequality, create opportunities and transform lives. Our award winning youth provision needs an outstanding youth service manager with excetional skills. Role Overview As the Youth Service Manager , you will lead KCBNA s youth provision for young people within the KCBNA youth centre, King s Cross and surrounding areas. You will oversee the delivery of funded programmes, develop new initiatives, and ensure high-quality workshops, training, and mentoring. This role also involves managing teams, budgets, safeguarding responsibilities, and building partnerships to support the charity s mission of empowering young people and creating stronger communities. Key Responsibilities Programme Management : Lead the design and delivery of KCBNA s diverse range of youth provision. Ensure all evaluation reports required by the funder is completed in a timely manner liaising with the dedicated Grants officers. Develop and deliver engaging workshops, training sessions, and mentoring opportunities for young people. Ensure a seamless transition for young people. Take the lead on specific projects to grow and evolve youth work in line with the organisation s strategy. Team Leadership: Line manages the Youth workers. Recruit, train, and manage young volunteers. Oversee induction, training, development, and performance management of team members. Safeguarding and Risk Management: Manage day-to-day safeguarding responsibilities and report to the lead safeguarding manager. Conduct health and safety risk assessments to ensure safe programme delivery. Enhanced DBS check is required Budget and Resource Management: Oversee six-figure budgets, develop management accounts and collaborate with the Finance officer. Ensure the effective management, maintenance and up keep of the youth centre in liaison with the KCBNA admin support officer. Partnership Development and Fundraising: Write funding bids and develop partnerships with corporates and stakeholders in Camden working collaboratively with the Chief Executive and Fundraising support member. Design and create engaging resources. Lead focus groups and identify opportunities for new programmes. Work with the youth team and KCBNA team to create content for social media and the website. Monitoring and Evaluation: Use impact feedback and evaluation data to drive programme improvement. Produce clear, insightful reports for internal use, stakeholders, funders, and the Trustee Board. General Duties: Maintain high standards across all programmes, ensuring alignment with London Youth quality assurance. Be prepared to deliver services across weekends, evenings, and during Holiday periods. Review and improve youth programmes using feedback surveys from young people and service users. Carry out other reasonable duties as requested by the line manager to support the smooth running of the charity.

Axis CLC is a national property maintenance and compliance partner, backed by over 110 years of combined experience. We employ more than 2,500 people and support over 400 clients across the UK, delivering essential repairs, refurbishment and building safety services that keep homes and public buildings operating at their best. Each year we complete over 400,000 repairs, helping to keep tenants safe, properties performing and owners fully compliant. The Role: Head of Fire Safety We are looking for a Head of Fire Safety to lead the strategic growth and technical excellence of our fire safety division. This is a national leadership role that brings together technical authority, regulatory assurance, client influence and commercial insight. As the group s most senior fire safety specialist, you will set best practice across the business, shape the development of new and enhanced services, and ensure we maintain the highest standards of compliance and innovation. You will play a key role in scaling our fire safety offering from £50m to over £200m over the next five years, supporting both organic growth and strategic opportunities. While this role is advertised as Stratford, London, we are open to the successful candidate being based from other locations nationally, with flexibility to travel as required. What You ll Do Act as the group s senior technical authority across both passive and active fire safety services Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation, British Standards and third-party accreditations (including FIRAS and BM Trada) Lead and coordinate the national fire safety compliance function, including internal audit and assurance processes Support business development activity, tenders and key client engagements as the fire safety subject matter expert Shape and deliver the long-term fire safety strategy in partnership with the Chief Commercial Officer and senior leadership team Skills, Knowledge & Experience To be successful Head of Fire Safety, you will require: Essential: Deep technical expertise across passive and active fire safety systems Strong working knowledge of UK fire safety legislation and guidance, including the Fire Safety Order, Building Safety Act and PAS 9980 IFE Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety (minimum) Proven experience presenting confidently to senior clients, stakeholders and boards Desirable: Chartered status with a recognised fire safety or construction-related professional body Experience of digital fire safety compliance systems and/or working within public sector or regulated framework environments What We Offer An executive level salary and package with a performance-related bonus Pension, medical scheme options and life assurance 25 days holiday + bank holidays Perkbox (discounts, perks & wellbeing offers) 1 paid volunteer day £2000 refer-a-friend bonus after the referee passes probation Opportunities for development and progression across Axis CLC Why Axis CLC Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow. Our Commitment to Inclusion Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

ABOUT VIDERE Videre is an award-winning, UK-registered NGO that exposes human rights abuses and holds perpetrators to account. We work directly with communities in stressed environments, equipping networks of activists and community leaders with the technology and training necessary to safely capture visual documentation of political violence, human rights violations, and other systemic abuses. Our aim is to ensure that the concerns and knowledge of affected communities drive advocacy, policy, and legal action. We currently have teams and partners in six countries and support staff in three further countries. POSITION SUMMARY The Security Manager is a critical role within Videre, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer. The postholder will lead the implementation and continuous improvement of Videre s security risk management framework and processes. The role supports Videre s own project teams as well as the work we do with partners, which includes training and accompaniment on human rights documentation and the security risk management necessary to do this work safely. The Security Manager will play a key role in strengthening organisational resilience, preparedness, and security culture across multiple countries and complex operating environments. LOCATION Nairobi, Kampala or Bangkok preferred. Remote applicants will be considered. Approximately 20 days travel per year expected. COMPENSATION Salary is dependent on location. The UK-equivalent salary from £55,000 to £60,000, plus pension contribution, will be converted using ICSC scales. All staff receive: A minimum of 28 days leave Counselling and mental health support Annual wellbeing days MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Security Risk Management Maintain and continuously improve Videre s Security Risk Management framework, ensuring effective implementation across all operations. Lead the safety and security elements of the organisational Risk Register held by the Chief Operating Officer, ensuring senior leadership is regularly informed of key risks and mitigation strategies. Conduct regular Security Risk Assessments, in collaboration with relevant managers and teams, covering programme operations, partner locations, and other identified risk areas. Develop, maintain, and oversee the implementation of Safety and Security Management Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring staff are appropriately briefed and familiar with their content. Preparedness, Monitoring & Incident Response Lead scenario planning and preparedness activities for safety and security risk management. Provide proactive, practical safety security management advice, guidance and support to teams and partners. Lead the crisis management response to security incidents as required. Monitor security contexts, analyse trends, and share relevant information to support informed decision-making. Training, Capacity Building & Culture Design and deliver security risk management training and capacity-building resources for staff and partners. Foster and embed a strong organisational security culture, promoting shared responsibility for safety and risk awareness. External Engagement Manage Videre s participation in security-related consortiums and networks, including the Global Interagency Security Forum. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Essential Fluency in written and spoken English and French. An understanding of risk management methodologies and experience applying them across multi-country teams. Experience in executing complex and sensitive security management responses. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, verbally and in writing. Experience of working directly with affected communities for sustained periods. Willingness to occasionally work extended hours during peak or emergency periods. Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to respond to changing priorities and requirements. Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work. Preferred: An understanding of human rights and a strong belief in their indivisibility and interdependence. Experience managing security challenges in difficult environments, including conflict zones. Experience leading security crisis management, including evacuation. Additional language skills beyond English and French. Experience designing and delivering training or facilitating workshops. Strong technology / IT skills and/or aptitude. Experience with fundraising or confidence in public speaking and presenting. APPLICATION PROCESS & TIMELINE Please apply via the link on our website: submit your CV (maximum two pages) and a Cover Letter (maximum 400 words) describing your suitability for this position. Applications will close on February 6, 2026. We intend to complete the recruitment process by the end of February 2026. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in the human rights sector and we are committed to doing what we can to correct this. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the communities that we serve. Therefore, we are particularly keen to receive applications from people who identify with minority and/or underrepresented groups (whether on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic). We also value diversity in terms of personal and professional experience; believing that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create stronger and more creative working environments. We encourage applications even if you do not meet all of the requirements listed above.

Job Advert JOB TITLE: Head of Operations SALARY: £56,000 (pro rata) LOCATION: LSE Students Union, Central London Office WORKING HOURS: 22.2 hours per week (0.6 FTE) CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent The LSE Students Union is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Head of Operations. This is a newly created position, offering an exciting opportunity to take senior oversight of our central teams and ensure the effective delivery of our operational functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will provide leadership and direction across finance, HR, governance, compliance, and risk management. Your work will underpin the Union s ability to deliver its strategic objectives and maintain high standards of accountability, transparency, and operational excellence. As Head of Operations, you will lead our finance and HR team, ensuring robust financial management, effective people practices, and strong governance frameworks. You will oversee budgeting, audits, and financial reporting, while promoting a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Acting as a key adviser to the Board of Trustees and relevant committees, you will also manage risk and data protection across the organisation. Who are we? LSESU is a vibrant, student-led organisation committed to helping LSE students make the most of the life-changing experiences open to them during their time at university. As part of our Senior Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in shaping our future and helping us to create a student experience which is enjoyable and empowering. Founded in 1897, LSE Students' Union is one of the oldest Students' Unions in the UK. We provide support, representation, and opportunities to help students thrive during their time at university. Everything we do is shaped by our members and guided by our values to be bold and inclusive, working collaboratively to create a welcoming community built on integrity and respect. Who are we looking for? We are looking for a candidate who combines strategic vision with operational expertise. You will bring a recognised accounting qualification and strong financial acumen, alongside experience in managing both finance and HR functions. Your knowledge of governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks will be essential, as will your ability to provide clear leadership and build effective relationships at all levels. You ll need excellent organisation and planning skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion is fundamental, together with an interest in working within a democratic, student-led environment. Why apply? As Head of Operations, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Union and supporting thousands of students at one of the world s leading universities. We offer: - 25 days of holiday per year (pro rata) - Additional closure periods at Christmas and Easter - Free LSE Students Union gym membership - Opportunities for professional development and growth. - Access to TOTUM (NUS) card, which provides a wide range of discounts - Flexibility for work-life balance How to apply We want to ensure that all systems, policies and processes are free from bias or discrimination and are fair and accessible. Therefore, we ask that all candidates complete our application process by uploading the following three documents: Part 1: CV Outlining your skills and experience to date. Part 2: Supporting Statement A one-page statement explaining your suitability for the role. This will be used to determine if you are shortlisted for an interview. Please do not include any personal information (e.g., name or date of birth). Use the attached job description and person specification to help with this. Part 3: Equal Opportunities Monitoring and Contact Form This includes personal information so we can contact you if you are shortlisted for an interview. It also allows us to gather and analyse demographic information about our applicants. This form will only be seen by HR and will not impact shortlisting. Want to apply? To apply for this role, please complete an online application. Job Application Timeline Closing date: Thursday 29th January 2026 at 10am Intended interview dates: 12th / 13th February 2026 Compulsory Requirement - The UK Government sets the legal regulations that we are required to follow. As an employer we must ensure that everyone is eligible to work in the UK and this is done by us checking and making a copy of the correct original identification/documentation before your first day of work. Currently we require you to have the right to work in the UK, as we are not a Home Office approved sponsor.

Aerospace Bristol is where imagination takes off. Based on the historic Filton Airfield, where a community began and an idea became an industry, our purpose is to inspire, educate and connect people through the legacy of aerospace in Bristol. Aerospace Bristol are looking for a commercially astute and visitor focused leader to be our first Chief Operating Officer. This is an important role overseeing the day-to-day running of the museum and site and leading some of the organisation s core business functions, including finance, commercial and operations. The post holder will develop a motivated staff and volunteer community, continuously seeking to improve the quality of the visitor offer and increase the commercial success of the museum. Aerospace Bristol has an ambitious commercial strategy and the Chief Operating Officer will play a critical role in its delivery and continued development, drive income generation through all commercial areas including events and venue hire, tickets sales, visitor income and retail. How to Apply To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining why you would be suitable for the position. Closing date for applications is 25 January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on 9 or 10 February . The interview process will include a structured Q&A, and candidates will also be asked to prepare a short presentation on What you would tackle first and how you would drive lasting change . This is an exciting opportunity to showcase both your strategic thinking and your ability to drive impact from day one. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your needs.

We are working in partnership with artsdepot , a leading multi form arts venue and cultural hub in North London to secure their new Head of Finance . The venue incorporates a 395-seat main theatre, 148 seat studio theatre, gallery, Creation Space, dance, drama and art studios, café and bar and other public spaces, and welcomes over 185,000 people to watch, learn or be inspired by a programme of shows and events. The Head of Finance will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer/Creative Director and will be an active member the Senior Leadership Team, supporting artsdepot s strategic objectives and decision-making. The postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership to a small and dedicated team and will be responsible for the financial management of artsdepot, in alignment with organisational strategic plans and budgets, and in compliance with Charity and Company accounting standards and practices. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate: Qualified accountant with post qualification experience. Leadership experience gained in either a cultural or charitable organisation, with a good technical understanding of business and charity taxation, and charity accounting and reporting standards (Charity SORP). Experience of analysing financial information for decision-making, scenario planning, forecasting and budgeting. Experience of critically appraising financial systems, processes, controls and making changes to increase resilience and efficiency. Experience of managing and processing VAT returns and payroll. Strong IT skills including Advanced Excel. We are seeking a collaborative individual with the ability to work at both strategic and operational level, who can inspire, motivate, and empower others. A process and data driven approach, which is solution focused will be essential. For more information, please see the candidate pack and contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Executive Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law. Location: Barnet, London / Hybrid (2 days in the office a week preferred) Closing date: 8th February 2026 Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by the 16th February prior to submission to artsdepot on the 17th. Interviews with artsdepot will take place the last week of February / early March.

To apply for this role, please email an up-to-date CV and an Expression of Interest cover letter of no more than two pages (address in the attached brief). Applications will not be considered without both documents. Expressions of Interest are being accepted until 10am on Monday 26 January 2026. Charity experience - Qualified Financial Professional - Good communicator - Collaborative - UK based Background NAPAC (the National Association for People Abused in Childhood) is entering an important period of growth. Our income sources are diversifying, our public profile is rising and our operations are becoming more complex. With new earned income streams, additional grant funding, VAT considerations and more detailed Board reporting, we are now strengthening our finance function to ensure accuracy, clarity and confidence in all financial matters. We are therefore seeking a freelance finance professional to provide part-time, ongoing operational finance support. The role involves managing our monthly financial bookkeeping and reporting functions, working closely with our Chief Operating Officer and wider team. Our current provider will continue to handle payroll and year-end audit preparation, but we are moving our day-to-day finance support to this new model. We are looking for a proactive, highly competent individual who can understand the way NAPAC works and provide accurate, timely and thoughtful financial support. This is a key role that underpins our success and gives confidence to the team, trustees, funders and external stakeholders. Scope of Work The successful individual will be responsible for: Maintaining accurate financial records in Xero, including all necessary transactional data entry (such as inputting and coding income, expenses, invoices and credit notes), reconciling bank and PayPal accounts and preparing monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow reports). Supporting monthly reporting cycles for internal governance (Income Generation Subcommittee and full Board). Liaising with our team to ensure invoices are raised, chased and coded accurately. Managing grant income allocations and restricted funds tracking in line with funder requirements. Supporting our team with financial queries, budget phasing and grant planning. Advising on Xero housekeeping (e.g. Chart of Accounts simplification, tracking codes). Advising on VAT issues, including preparation for registration if required (though this may be handled separately with legal input). Supporting periodic financial forecasting and budgeting alongside the CEO and Chief Operating Officer. Attending virtual meetings as required (Income Generation Subcommittee monthly; quarterly Board meetings and ad hoc meetings with staff). Ensuring a smooth handover and transition from the current provider. Occasional projects may include: A full review and restructuring of our Chart of Accounts. Retrospective re-coding of entries for YTD accuracy and reporting. Supporting audit/year-end examination preparations (collaborating with TC-Group as our year-end auditor). Candidate Profile We are looking for someone who: Has strong experience in operational charity finance or with social enterprises. Has demonstrable experience of restructuring a Chart of Accounts within finance systems. Holds or is training towards a recognised accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or who can demonstrate equivalent experience in operational finance roles, particularly where they have led on financial reporting, forecasting and working within Xero-led systems. Has excellent working knowledge of Xero and related finance systems. Understands the operational pressures faced by small to medium-sized charities. Can lucidly explain financial information for colleagues with varied levels of financial literacy. Is detail-oriented, reliable and a clear communicator. Is comfortable working independently but collaboratively. Can offer a blend of rigour, responsiveness and a values-driven approach. Is based in the UK and able to attend NAPAC's London office at least once per month. Is available during business hours (09:00-17:00). Time Commitment and Working Style The expected time commitment is approximately three-six days per month, depending on workload and reporting periods. We anticipate this may be higher in the first two-three months to support onboarding, systems review and transition from our existing provider. We are open to flexibility and working arrangements. This role will primarily be delivered remotely, but requires in-person attendance at NAPAC's London office at least once per month. The successful provider must be available during UK business hours (09:00-17:00) to attend scheduled meetings as needed both via Teams online and in-person. A laptop will not be provided, but full IT onboarding and access to relevant systems (e.g. Xero, Teams, secure file-sharing platforms) will be arranged, along with any required security protocols. Payment will be on a day-rate basis, agreed in advance. Expression of Interest and Selection Process To apply, please email an up-to-date CV and an Expression of Interest cover letter of no more than two pages (address in attached brief). Expressions of Interest are being accepted until 10am on Monday 26 January 2026. Your Expression of Interest should include: Your relevant experience, including specific examples of Chart of Accounts restructuring Your day rates Your reasons for wanting to work with NAPAC Your contact details Your availability for interview dates (to be confirmed with shortlisted candidates) Any access requirements should you be invited to interview Expressions of Interest will be reviewed and the following selection process will have two stages: Stage one: A virtual interview lasting no more than 45 minutes. Stage two: An in-person meeting with the team at our London office. A short task will be shared in advance with those invited to this stage. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified that they are invited to the next stage. Thank you for your interest in NAPAC.