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Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview This is an associate director role within the growing Advisory team of the BDO International Institutions and Donor Assurance (IIDA) department. The role involves managing teams of junior managers, consultants and analysts to secure and deliver assignments in the domain of evaluation and value-for-money audit. It also includes business development, supporting IIDA leadership to grow the business. IIDA carries out assignments for international donor organisations all over the world - including UN organisations, multi-lateral development banks, EU bodies, government development agencies and charitable foundations. By helping these organisations perform better, our team supports them in improving economic, social and political conditions in dozens of countries around the world. You'll be someone with: Strong written and spoken English skills, and an ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and constructive manner. A higher degree or professional qualification in public policy/finance, climate finance, international development, economics or operational research. Demonstrable experience of delivering OECD/DAC-based evaluations, value for money audits / assessments and/or organisational reviews. A genuine interest in international development and working in a multi-cultural context. Demonstrable business development success & experience of managing teams of 3-7 people, and projects lasting from 1 to 24 months. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and respond to risk in an increasingly complex and fastmoving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not-for-profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision-making. As part of the team, you'll work on a wide range of internal audit, risk and advisory engagements, gaining exposure to different industries, business models and operating environments. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, applying innovative approaches, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients. As a Senior Executive within Risk & Advisory Services (RAS), you will play an important role in delivering high quality internal audit, assurance and advisory services to our Public Sector clients. You will work as a senior member of engagement teams, taking responsibility for defined areas of delivery while collaborating closely with Managers, Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. You will be hands on in the execution of engagements, building strong technical capability, developing professional judgement, and supporting the effective delivery of engagements. Alongside this, you will act as a role model for junior team members, helping to build a high performing and collaborative team environment. You'll be someone with An inquisitive and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge constructively, think critically about risks and controls, and contribute ideas that enhance audit quality and ways of working. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage professionally with clients and colleagues and to explain issues clearly. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to evaluate evidence, interpret data and support clear, well reasoned conclusions. Awareness of compliance, legislative and wider market issues relevant to client organisations, and the ability to consider these when identifying risks and audit findings. A recognised professional qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIA, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent), with relevant experience in risk management, internal audit and systems / controls testing. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview Our Risk Advisory Services (RAS) team helps organisations understand, manage and respond to risk in an increasingly complex and fastmoving environment. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients across the commercial and not-for-profit sectors, providing assurance and advisory support that strengthens governance, enhances controls and drives better decision making. As part of the team, you'll work on a wide range of internal audit, risk and advisory engagements in the Public Sector. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, applying innovative approaches, data analytics and professional judgement to deliver insights that add real value for our clients. As an Assistant Manager within Risk & Advisory Services (RAS), you will play a pivotal role in delivering high quality internal audit and advisory services to our Public Sector clients. You will work proactively, taking ownership of your responsibilities, while collaborating effectively with colleagues and maintaining regular, confident communication with BDO Senior Managers, Directors and Partners. You will be responsible for managing a limited portfolio of engagements, leading audits and specialist assignments, and supporting the development of junior team members. In doing so, you will build strong, trusted client relationships and make a meaningful contribution to the overall success of the team and service line. The role combines engagement and portfolio management with hands on delivery. Typically, you will spend around 50% of your time on management activities - such as engagement planning, portfolio oversight and project management - and 50% leading audits and undertaking specialist assignments, with this balance flexing in line with your experience and development. You'll be someon with: Relevant professional experience, with a strong focus on internal audit or equivalent risk and assurance work preferably in the Public Sector. A recognised professional qualification (e.g. CIA with QIAL, CMIIA/MIIA, CCAB or equivalent). Experience of planning and delivering audits, with the ability to exercise sound judgement and challenge constructively. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders. Proficiency in MS Office and flowcharting tools; experience with internal audit systems and data analytics tools is advantageous, with training provided where required. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Our client, a well-known anti-poverty charity is looking to recruit a Director of Policy & Engagement on a maternity contract of up to 12 months. This great charity provides front-line advice, advocacy and campaigning and policy work on behalf of people in London beneath pension age, who are experiencing issues around benefit payments, disability and housing or who are at risk of homelessness. The services they provide have become even more essential during the current cost of living crisis. The role: As Director of Policy & Engagement, you will lead the organisation's policy, public affairs, and campaigns function, shaping and delivering local and national influencing to drive change on social security and housing issues. You will ensure the voices of people with lived experience are central to all of the organisation's work, embedding meaningful participation across the organisation, in governance, services, policy and campaigns. You will also oversee strategic external communications to support the organisation's influencing, brand and fundraising objectives and will direct all fundraising for your department including managing funder relationships, identifying opportunities and leading on bid writing and reporting. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for influencing policy and practice locally and nationally and representing the charity as a spokesperson in the media, with government ministers, MPs, and other senior stakeholders. You will manage a small multidisciplinary team of four, ensuring integrated effective delivery across the organisation. The role will cover strategic leadership, policy, public affairs & campaigns, stakeholder & media engagement, external communications, embedding participation, fundraising leadership, team leadership and cross-organisational Integration. The person: The successful candidate will be a strategic, politically astute leader with experience of leading policy, public affairs and campaigns at a senior level. They will have experience of integrating research campaigns, participation, external communications and fundraising to deliver impact locally and nationally. They will have excellent media stakeholder and political engagement skills, with experience of acting as a spokesperson for an organisation. This person will value and embed lived experience in all aspects of their work and will have a strong understanding of social security and housing policy. This person will also have substantial experience of leading on research for social policy influencing purposes in addition to having developed and shaped policy for an organisation in a charity which works towards combatting poverty and other social justice issues. Having managed political and media engagement and external influencing activities in the past, this person will be an effective relationship manager both internally and externally, in addition to having provided knowledge based leadership to small teams in the charity sector. In addition to being a highly effective project manager, this person will be a very strong communicator both verbally and in writing, and will be fully committed to the aims and objectives of this anti-poverty charity. This organisation is an equal opportunity employer. People with lived experience of poverty, from global majority backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals and disabled people are strongly encouraged to apply. We welcome evidence of experience from both work and non-work settings such as volunteering and personal life.

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end of life charity. Marie Curie is here for anyone with an illness they're likely to die from, and those close to them. Whatever the illness, we're with you to the end. We bring over 75 years of experience and are continually pushing for a better end of life for all by campaigning and sharing research to influence systemic change. Every three minutes, someone, somewhere in the UK dies without the care and support they need. That's 150,000 people every year. In the UK, people are living longer with more health problems. In 25 years' time, the number of people needing palliative and end of life care in the UK will rise by more than 147,000 to over 730,000. Marie Curie are now seeking an exceptional leader to become their Managing Director, Northern Ireland - a strategic, visible, and mission driven role shaping and delivering the future of end-of-life care across Northern Ireland. About the role Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Managing Director, Northern Ireland is Marie Curie's most senior leader in the country, responsible for: Strategic leadership Translating the UK-wide strategy into a robust national plan developing and delivering caring services, policy and public affairs and philanthropy. Expanding the reach of services and strengthening Marie Curie's presence in Northern Ireland. Operational and commercial delivery Full P&L accountability for an operating budget of c.£10m. Ensuring the highest standards of care, safety and quality across all services. Growing commissioned services and developing new commercial opportunities. Partnerships and system influence Building relationships with and influencing commissioners, health partners, policymakers, and national stakeholders. Acting as senior spokesperson, representing Marie Curie in the media and public arena. Organisational leadership Leading and developing a leadership team and wider team of around 140 colleagues. Instilling a culture of performance, collaboration and continuous improvement. Working cross functionally with national fundraising, policy, marketing and communications teams. About you We are looking for a leader who brings: Extensive senior leadership experience and a proven record of strategic, commercial and operational success. Experience overseeing multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix structure and multi million pound budgets. Strong understanding of healthcare systems, regulation and partnership development. Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills and confidence in ambassadorial/media roles. The successful candidate will possess a drive for delivering impactful outcomes, seeking to make real change. They will ignite and inspire their team to work in alignment towards achieving the organisation's strategy locally, and work in a highly collaborative way with the broader organisation and local leaders. A leader who is passionate about impacting today and tomorrow, they will lead with compassionate accountability towards realising Marie Curie's mission to close the gap in end-of-life care. Benefits you'll LOVE: Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage. 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays) Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%) Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets Continuous professional development opportunities. Industry-leading training programmes Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits Access to Blue Light Card membership Subsidised Eye Care

Around the world, 65 million young people are unemployed. Many more face the challenge of unstable, unsafe and underpaid work. King's Trust International was founded by His Majesty King Charles to tackle the global crisis in youth unemployment and ensure that every young person has the chance to succeed. Central to our new 10-year strategy is the need to articulate the challenges and opportunities faced by young people and help them shape a better future. We are recruiting a Director of Marketing, Communications and External Affairs to shape and share this story. In this exciting and varied strategic and operational role, you will lead KTI's marketing, communications and external affairs team with the aim of promoting and protecting King's Trust International and The King's Group, increasing awareness of our brand and our work for young people around the world. You will spearhead the establishment of our advocacy function and play a key role in research commissioning, awareness raising and coalition creation. This will involve attendance at key global events, the commissioning of proprietary research, and guiding the marketing and communication strategies that will bring these narratives into the public consciousness. You will be an experienced and dynamic communicator with significant demonstrable experience in communications, marketing and external affairs at a senior level. This will be complemented by strong knowledge of the full range of media, marketing and communications tools, and how to deploy them effectively to maximise the reach, impact and value of our brand. In addition, you will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse group of people and stakeholders. Possessing strong management skills, you will have experience of managing small multi-disciplinary teams, providing direction and leadership to enable growth and development, and the ability to role-model a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion.

Job Title: Head of UK Policy Working For: The Carbon Capture & Storage Association (CCSA) Location: Westminster, London Salary: Competitive Contract type: Permanent, hybrid (minimum 2 days in the London office) Deadline: 9am, Monday 13 April 2026. Brief Climate Change is one of the greatest challenges of our time and the ability to capture, transport and store or utilise carbon dioxide will be crucial to ensure a sustainable, competitive and equitable transition to a low-carbon economy. The CCSA is seeking a highly motivated Head of UK Policy to lead the policy and regulation activities of the Association at this very exciting time in the development of the carbon capture and storage and hydrogen industries. In the UK, CCUS enjoys strong political support, with government initiatives driving both net zero goals and economic growth in industrial regions. In 2024, the government committed £21.7bn over 25 years to develop the first CCUS projects by 2030. The first major projects in the East Coast Cluster (Teesside) and Hynet (North-West England and Wales) are now under construction, with more clusters and projects in the pipeline. The Association works closely with government to ensure these projects progress and to establish a clear plan for a self-sustaining UK CCUS industry and an EU-wide CO market by the 2030s. The CCUS industry is global and many of our members are actively developing projects in the power, industrial, hydrogen, fuels and carbon removals sectors all around the world, yet still see the UK as having one of the most conducive environments for successful CCUS projects and clusters. Who are we? The CCSA is a trade association representing over 120 organisations accelerating the commercial deployment CCUS through advocacy and collaboration. Our ambition is to see CCUS developed and deployed at the pace and scale necessary to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and deliver sustainable growth across regions and nations. We represent a wide variety of organisations with an interest in the development and deployment of CCUS across many applications to decarbonise heavy industries, power and hydrogen production, and remove carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere. The CCSA team works across two offices, with staff based in London and Brussels. The role You will report to the UK Director and lead the UK Policy Team, supporting the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in advancing the work of the association to accelerate the deployment of CCUS on behalf of the CCSA Board and its members. You will be responsible for developing and delivering the UK policy work programme, aligned with the association's overall UK strategy, and shaping the policy and regulatory frameworks required to enable the deployment of CCUS, hydrogen and related low-carbon solutions. This includes overseeing policy analysis and the development of CCSA consultation responses, position papers, briefing notes and other policy outputs that articulate the priorities of the sector. You will play a central role in convening industry and policymakers through the CCSA's Regulation and Policy Forum and associated working groups, ensuring the association continues to provide an established and trusted platform for dialogue between industry and government. You will also be an ambassador for the CCSA and CCUS industry, speaking at industry conferences, and representing the industry on Government working groups and taskforces. You will lead engagement with government and regulators, managing relationships with senior policymakers and stakeholders relevant to the implementation of CCUS and related policy areas - this includes market design, standards, supply chains and skills - ensuring the CCSA remains a trusted and influential voice in the development of UK policy. Working closely with colleagues across the association, you will support engagement with Parliament and other stakeholders, contribute to the association's external profile, and ensure strong internal alignment across the CCSA. This includes working closely with the External Affairs team on lines to take and messaging. As well as working collaboratively with the CCSA EU office in Brussels, using your UK policy expertise to help inform EU work streams to help align CCUS policies in both markets on issues such as standards and regulation. The role includes leadership and development of the UK Policy Team. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the UK Policy Team, setting the strategic direction and delivering a policy work programme that supports the development of the CCUS and hydrogen sectors. Provide strategic oversight of policy, fiscal and regulatory developments affecting CCUS, advising on implications for the sector and shaping the CCSA's policy positions and engagement with government and regulators. Lead the CCSA Regulation and Policy Forum, providing an established and trusted platform for dialogue between industry, policymakers and regulators, and building consensus across the membership on key policy priorities. Oversee the delivery of CCSA policy working groups, ensuring effective coordination of member expertise to inform policy development and support the sector's engagement with government. This will include managing some working groups yourself. Develop and maintain CCSA policy positions that reflect the evolving policy, fiscal and regulatory landscape and support the development of bankable CCUS business models and routes to market. Build and maintain strong relationships with CCSA members, parliamentarians, government officials, regulators and other stakeholders, including undertaking stakeholder mapping with members, other trade associations and relevant public and private organisations. Represent the CCSA and the UK CCUS sector at national and international conferences, forums and policy discussions, acting as a leading voice on UK CCUS policy and regulatory developments. Hold expert positions on external task forces, advisory groups and industry forums, contributing sector expertise and ensuring the CCSA's perspectives are reflected in wider policy and regulatory discussions. Support internal alignment across the CCSA, including working closely with the External Affairs team to provide policy input, briefing lines and rebuttals, and ensuring effective coordination with the CCSA EU team on processes and cross-cutting policy issues such as standards, regulation and cross border policies. Support the Membership and Events team by providing insight to help shape high-quality events, as well as assisting with member recruitment and retention. Line-manage and develop the UK Policy Team, ensuring effective delivery of corporate objectives and contributing to strategic planning, budgeting and reporting across the association. Essential criteria: Proven experience in leading policy development and influencing policymakers, preferably within the CCUS, hydrogen or wider energy sector. Strong knowledge of CCUS and its role across industrial decarbonisation, power, hydrogen, advanced fuels and carbon removals, and the policy and regulatory frameworks required to enable deployment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong track record of producing high-quality policy outputs including consultation responses, position papers and briefing materials. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience building trusted relationships and influencing policymakers, regulators and industry stakeholders at senior levels. An effective and diplomatic communicator, able to explain complex issues clearly and facilitate consensus where stakeholder views differ. Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop a high-performing team and deliver strategic policy objectives. Experience convening and working with diverse stakeholders to develop shared policy positions and coordinated approaches to complex policy challenges. Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, deliver at pace and balance short-term demands with longer-term strategic goals. A proactive and results-driven approach, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic policy environment and deliver outcomes with a small team. A strong understanding of climate policy and the technologies supporting the transition to net zero. Proficiency in standard IT applications. Desirable criteria: A relevant undergraduate degree in an area such as geosciences (e.g. geology), climate change or a related field. Extensive relevant experience of working in energy and climate change, particularly carbon capture and storage and hydrogen. Knowledge and experience of the CCUS market in both the UK and EU, plus awareness of global CCUS developments. A strong understanding of UK politics, government and policy making processes A broad understanding of how the EU policy process works. Experience engaging with, or working within, trade associations, with a clear understanding of their role in supporting businesses and advocating on behalf of industry. Good technical understanding of the CCUS value chain. Experience in applying and assuring compliance with regulations. Experience working in cross-function and multi-geography teams At CCSA we celebrate diversity as we know it makes our company a great place to work . click apply for full job details

Job Title: Head of EDIS (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Science and Health) Reporting to: Director of Development & External Relations Responsible for : Line-management of two staff (EDIS Community Manager, EDIS Programme Manager) and responsible for the wider EDIS team, including the EDIS Programme Officer and Events Officer. Based: Our Head Office is based in Kensington, London SW7, but we have an agile working policy enabling people to work at another UK location up to 4 days/week. Requests for permanent remote working will be considered and we welcome applications from people based in other parts of the UK. Terms : Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent. Requests for part-time or flexible working will be considered. Salary: £46,811 - £57,416 per annum. About Us The British Science Association (BSA) was founded in 1831 and is a registered charity. We are creating a future where science is more relevant, representative, and connected to society. We have ambitious goals to put people at the heart of science. About the Role EDIS is a coalition of organisations working to improve equality, diversity and inclusion within the science and health research sectors. Originally established by The Francis Crick Institute (The Crick), Wellcome Trust (Wellcome) and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the British Science Association (BSA) has recently taken over the hosting of the coalition (from February 2026), working in partnership with the Crick, and funded by a seven-year grant from Wellcome. The new Head of EDIS will provide strategic leadership for the EDIS programme, positioning EDIS as a trusted, influential voice and source of sector support on equity, diversity and inclusion across science and health research. EDIS is a long-term programme with national reach. The Head of EDIS will be responsible for shaping and implementing the EDIS strategy in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring activities are valued by members and aligned with the coalition's values and objectives and contributing to the long-term sustainability and evolution of the programme beyond the grant period. The role holder will lead a dedicated team, cultivate a culture of inclusivity, and champion the impact of EDIS across and beyond the coalition, ultimately supporting the advancement of equitable practices and opportunities in science and health. Key responsibilities Develop and deliver the EDIS strategy: Review and update the EDIS strategy, working with key stakeholders, including developing an implementation plan, KPIs and a theory of change. Lead on engagement with EDIS members and prospective members, the EDIS Advisory Group, and senior external stakeholders including funders, policy makers and national bodies to shape and deliver the EDIS strategy. Oversee delivery of the EDIS strategy, reporting on progress and collecting, using and sharing evidence, evaluation and learning to shape priorities, activities and outputs. Recruit, lead, support and champion the EDIS team: Recruit the 'core' EDIS team, with direct line management responsibilities for the EDIS Programme Manager and EDIS Community Manager. Develop a strong, collaborative team culture for EDIS, reflecting the values of the BSA and of EDIS, and inspiring the team to develop and contribute to the programme and strategy. Champion the work of EDIS across the BSA and more widely. Develop and deliver EDIS activities: Network and build strong relationships with EDIS members and prospective members. Support and work with the EDIS team to deliver the 'embedding EDI' workstream of the EDIS Strategy, and to provide overall co-ordination on the delivery of the other workstreams (Inclusive Research and Inclusive Leadership), including the development of shared definitions, principles, frameworks and practical guidance for the sector. Provide strategic oversight of EDIS activities, working closely with the BSA Grants (Community Engagement) team and our partners at the Crick. Act as a senior advocate and spokesperson for EDIS, working closely with the Policy & Public Affairs team to influence policy and practice and to position EDIS as a credible, evidence-led voice on EDI. Support the EDIS membership: Consult and collaborate with the EDIS members, and prospective members, to ensure that their views are listened and responded to. Steward current and prospective EDIS members, ensuring there is a vibrant, engaged community and membership offer. This may require regular travel, particularly to London. Lead on the sharing of insights and updates to EDIS members on key developments and updates. Work closely with Head of Fundraising and Membership to grow the EDIS membership, and to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of EDIS. The successful candidate will have extensive experience of developing and delivering EDI strategies and Experience in leading a significant project, programme or discrete area, setting strategy, and influencing stakeholders towards its aims and objectives. The closing date for applications is Monday 13 April at 12 noon. First round interviews are due to take place in the week commencing Monday 20 April 2026, with second round interviews taking place on Tuesday 5 May and Wednesday 6 May 2026. You will be informed as soon as possible after the application deadline whether you have been selected for interview. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. As part of the British Science Association's commitment to being a Disability Confident employer, all disabled applicants who meet the 'essential criteria' for this vacancy will be offered an interview under our guaranteed interview scheme. No agencies please.

Orka Financial is currently working with a healthcare business which is looking to hire a Group Head of Tax & Treasury on a fixed term contract. The role will be for a minimum of twelve months but has a strong chance of going beyond that. The Group Head of Tax & Treasury is a stand alone role. Our client is keen to find someone who is used to working in a hands-on environment with good experience of managing all group tax affairs including compliance, governance and strategy. Previous experience of M&A would be a bonus as the business is more than likely to go through a transition in the future. Reporting to the Group Finance Director, you will drive tax planning and be the key point of contact for HMRC for any enquiries. You will need to ensure that the group maintains all compliance requirements, prepare any statutory accounts disclosure notes that relate to tax and provide day to day tax advice for the business units in the group. The treasury element of the role is relatively straight forward as our client is UK based with no forex to deal with. Most of the treasury work is around bank reporting. Ideally you will be a qualified tax accountant or chartered tax advisor with a wide range of experience across tax and treasury. You must have worked in a large, multi-site environment and have previously prepared Corporation Tax, VAT and Employment Tax returns. This role requires you to be in the office one day per week, with the standard working hours being 9am to 5:30pm. Our client have onsite parking, but are also close to good public transport links.

Director of Advocacy £67,000 - £70,000, plus 8% pension contribution 35 hours per week flexible working and part-time considered Permanent role Hybrid working home working, with travel to our Godalming office and regular meetings in London Lead the strategy. Influence the law. Change the future for animals. The League Against Cruel Sports is the UK s leading charity working to create a kinder society where animals are never harmed in the name of sport . From securing the landmark Hunting Act to exposing cruelty through investigations and championing stronger protections, we are driven by compassion and powered by evidence. We are now seeking a Director of Advocacy a strategic, inspiring leader who can steer our campaigns, public affairs and intelligence work to deliver meaningful and lasting change for animals. The focus of the role is mission delivery - ending cruel sports . About the role This is a high-profile leadership position at the heart of the organisation, you will oversee the strategy for political change (with a particular focus on England and Wales). You will: Provide strategic leadership for our campaigns, public affairs and intelligence functions (England & Wales). Lead organisational planning to ensure our advocacy is aligned, evidence-led and delivers maximum impact. Oversee the development of compelling campaigns to influence public opinion and drive legislative change. Ensure operational robustness, risk management and governance across all advocacy activities. Play a hands-on role developing our strategy for engagement with different press and broadcast media platforms and contributing to our capacity for delivering this work, supporting our Senior Communications Officer. Inspire and develop a talented team, line managing the Heads of Campaigns, Intelligence and Public Affairs. Work closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and senior leadership to ensure a unified approach. Support the CEO on strategic messaging, while they remain the organisation s primary spokesperson. This role is predominantly internally focused shaping the strategy, strengthening systems, and empowering teams with the evidence and direction needed to create effective advocacy. It is also an exceptional opportunity for someone aspiring to future executive leadership. About you We re looking for someone who brings: Leadership experience in advocacy, campaigns, media or public affairs (ideally within the charity or campaigning sector). A deep understanding of political and legislative processes in England & Wales. Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive cross-organisational planning. Strong strategic judgement with a track record of influencing policy or social change. Experience managing operational risk in complex or high-profile advocacy environments. Collaborative leadership style and the ability to inspire, motivate and mentor others. A passion for animal welfare and a commitment to creating meaningful, positive change. Experience in animal welfare, environmental or social justice sectors as well as existing political contacts are welcome advantages. Why join us? At the League, you ll be part of a courageous, committed and supportive organisation working every day to end animal cruelty. You ll shape national debate, influence policy at the highest levels, and help secure a future where animals are protected and respected. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, enjoy flexible working arrangements, including options for compressed hours and remote work from day one. With 28 days (pro-rata) of annual leave, in addition to the public holidays, and a generous employer contribution of eight percent towards your pension scheme, we prioritise your well-being. Additionally, our benefits package includes discounts on shopping, electronics, hospitality and leisure. Find out more about working at the League. How to apply To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the role, by 19 April 2026. The interview process will include a 30-minute online introduction to our intelligence unit on Thursday 23 or Friday 24 April and an in-person interview at our Godalming Head Office on Tuesday 28 April or Thursday 30 April. The League Against Cruel Sports is committed to inclusivity and diversity, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We believe that together we can end animal cruelty in the name of sport. Join us in our purposeful mission to redefine what is acceptable and inspire positive change in animal welfare legislation.

Location : Camden (Head Office)/Hybrid Salary : £38,615 - £40,234 per annum (Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band based on fairness and our pay scales) Hours : 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Tuesday 21st April 2026 Closing Time: 00:00am Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as a Fundraising Manager (Individual Giving) at Solace Women's Aid. You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference. Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory. About the Service Solace is embarking on a new five-year fundraising strategy, with ambitious plans to double fundraised income to £3m by 2031. This voluntary income plays a pivotal role in the financial wellbeing of the charity, enabling us to do more to support the thousands of women and children who come to us each year as a result of violence against women and girls. Fundraising at Solace works closely with colleagues responsible for winning and managing statutory funding contracts, and is situated within the Business Development Directorate, alongside our award-winning Communications, Partnerships & Public Affairs teams. You will collaborate with colleagues within Fundraising including Corporate, Individual Giving and Community as well as across the organisation including senior leadership and Solace s wider support and volunteer networks such as trustees and its lived-experience-led Shadow Board. About the Role This role will lead on our organisational approach to individual giving, legacies, campaigns and appeals, and community fundraising. The role plays an important part in raising vital unrestricted income and connecting us with our loyal supporters. About You You will be a collaborative, creative and solution-focused with the ability to drive forward an unrestricted fundraising strategy that both connects us with our local roots and deliver campaigns and projects that have national reach and drive income. With a knowledge and an understanding of individual giving and campaigns and ideally some experience of legacy and community fundraising to drive individual giving. Working closely with our Communications Team, you will bring a creativity and storytelling to our fundraising. We understand that you may not have all the knowledge, experience, and skills mentioned in the Job Profile Document. However, your interpersonal skills, passion to have a positive impact, commitment to our purpose, and ability to learn quickly and collaborate effectively will be equally important. What we can offer you We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including: Flexible working Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training) Generous holiday entitlement Employer pension contribution Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay Access to Inclusion Networks Daily clinical debriefing Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings Flow & Restore yoga classes Meditation sessions Cycle to Work Scheme How to apply When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document: Values, Behaviours & Competencies Knowledge, Experience and Skills Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect. We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work. This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks. No agencies.

Court of Protection Solicitor A Court of Protection Solicitor is wanted for an excellent opportunity with a Top 50 law firm based in Manchester. Salary is negotiable dependant on experience. My client is a national, award winning law firm with an enviable reputation in the market. They are looking for a talented and driven Solicitor to join their specialist Court of Protection team. The department is recognised nationally for their expertise in Court of Protection matters and pride themselves on championing the rights of vulnerable individuals and providing exceptional, compassionate legal support. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a varied and meaningful caseload, representing individuals who lack mental capacity, managing complex property and financial affairs, and engaging with multi-disciplinary teams across health and social care. Duties will include: Managing a caseload of deputyship and financial management matters under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Acting as professional deputy or managing lay deputy appointments Advising on best interest decisions, care funding, safeguarding and related public law issues Engaging with the Office of the Public Guardian and the Court of Protection Supervising junior team members (where applicable) and contributing to team development Building strong relationships with clients, families, and professionals What we're looking for: There are various roles available to suit all level's of experience so we are happy to consider those working within Court of Protection from NQ to Senior Associate/Legal Director level. You will have excellent client care skills, a strong sense of empathy and professionalism and the ability to manage complex and sensitive matters with diligence and care. Benefits: This is an outstanding opportunity to join a Top 50 firm that offers a great work-life balance and fabulous benefits, including: Flexible working hours/hybrid working Company pension scheme Enhanced company sick and maternity pay scheme Performance related bonus scheme Private healthcare, including optional coverage for your family Income protection Life assurance Interest free travel loan scheme Employee Assistance Programme including counselling, legal and consumer advice service Discounted gym membership Discounted dental scheme Cycle to work scheme Apply now for immediate consideration.

Location : Camden (Head Office)/Hybrid Salary : £44,052 - £46,770 per annum (Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band based on fairness and our pay scales) Hours : 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing Date: Tuesday 21st April 2026 Closing Time: 00:00am Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as a Philanthropy Lead at Solace Women's Aid. You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference. Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory. About the Service Solace is embarking on a new five-year fundraising strategy, with ambitious plans to double fundraised income to £3m by 2031. This voluntary income plays a pivotal role in the financial wellbeing of the charity, enabling us to do more to support the thousands of women and children who come to us each year as a result of violence against women and girls. Fundraising at Solace works closely with colleagues responsible for winning and managing statutory funding contracts, and is situated within the Business Development Directorate, alongside our award-winning Communications, Partnerships & Public Affairs teams. You will collaborate with colleagues within Fundraising including Corporate, Individual Giving and Community as well as across the organisation including senior leadership and Solace s wider support and volunteer networks such as trustees and its lived-experience-led Shadow Board. About the Role Philanthropy has been identified as a key opportunity and will play a central part in future income growth. In this newly created role, you will lead the establishment and growth of philanthropy fundraising for Solace. Responsible for building and managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals, advisors, senior volunteers and trusts and foundations, you will use your entrepreneurship and excellent communication and influencing skills to secure and steward committed, high-value, mutually rewarding funding partnerships for Solace. About You You will be someone who is committed to the Solace values and is an experienced philanthropy fundraising expert who will embed best practice, and grow and nurture the relationships that drive sustainable income growth. As well as managing a portfolio of donors and prospects with major gift potential, you will work closely with colleagues and allies to build a culture of philanthropy. We understand that you may not have all the knowledge, experience, and skills mentioned in the Job Profile Document. However, your interpersonal skills, passion to have a positive impact, commitment to our purpose, and ability to learn quickly and collaborate effectively will be equally important. What we can offer you We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including: Flexible working Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training) Generous holiday entitlement Employer pension contribution Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay Access to Inclusion Networks Daily clinical debriefing Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings Flow & Restore yoga classes Meditation sessions Cycle to Work Scheme How to apply When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document: Values, Behaviours & Competencies Knowledge, Experience and Skills Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect. We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work. This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks. No agencies.