Dance City (Dance North Ltd.)
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
The Chief Executive & Creative Director holds the most senior post at Dance City, unites the creative and strategic functions of the organisation, and is accountable to the board of trustees for the good management and impact of the charity. The Chief Executive & Creative Director leads and works collaboratively with the board, senior management team (SMT) and stakeholders and partners to ensure that Dance City creates opportunities for people to create, produce and experience dance at its very best. The Chief Executive & Creative Director drives the business, identifying commercial opportunities, securing financial resilience, and ensuring that Dance City s programme is at the vanguard of sustainable dance development in the region. The Chief Executive & Creative Director is based in the northeast and plays an active role in the social life and cultural communities of the region. Role Profile and Person Specification Key deliverables Lead on Dance City s vision, values and organisational objectives and ensure the relevance and sustainability of its creative programme. Ensure there is alignment between Dance City s creative ambitions and its business needs and that all activity is delivered to the highest possible standards to plan and within budget. Grow the organisation s earned income and shape and set targets for initiatives embracing commercial ventures, corporate partnerships, public funding, trusts and foundations and individual philanthropy. Be accountable to the board and to funding bodies, and for the responsible stewardship of Dance City. Ensure a strong profile and reputation for the organisation and for dance practice locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Initiate, develop and sustain partnerships with existing and potential funders and key stakeholders. Lead and enable the senior team; motivate, inspire, and support the development of the wider staff team. Role profile Leadership and governance Develop and monitor the strategic plan with the SMT and Board. Work closely with the Chair and Trustees to ensure the good governance of the charity and that organisational performance is structured and monitored using well articulated, achievable KPIs. Support Trustees in being an effective Board, ensuring it comprises the appropriate range of skills and has access to training and development opportunities. Deploy Trustees skills and networks to identify and activate opportunities for commercial development and business growth. Be an inclusive leader, collaborate with and empower the SMT, and motivate, support and develop the wider staff team. Advocacy, profile and civic engagement Promote the profile and reputation of Dance City locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Initiate and enable constructive debate about dance and its development by artists, policy-makers and the public, and to promote Dance City s role in dance leadership. Articulate the transformative potential of dance in enabling social cohesion, the centrality of its place in the wider creative industries sector, and its potential, through civic partnerships and collaboration, to make a major contribution to the economy and well being of the city and region. Ensure Dance City is part of local, regional, national and international arts discussions and networks, is represented at key events and viewed as crucial to decision-making processes in the dance and wider cultural and social sectors. Be the face of Dance City in professional and community networks and at events in the northeast; communicate and advocate for its plans and ambitions to the widest range of people including politicians, the media, funders, artists, audiences and the public. Creative Shape, co-create and communicate the creative vision for Dance City. Oversee the development and delivery of a creative programme which appeals to a wide range of audiences, demonstrates excellence, and sets out to grow appetite and demand for diverse dance experiences. Build and manage sustainable commercial and funding partnerships which will enhance the profile of the programme and enable the commissioning, programming and presentation of dance within and beyond Dance City. Oversee the evaluation of the programme, to ensure quality, to engage in reflection and implement learning with colleagues. Maintain an overview of the local and national dance ecology in order to inform advocacy and planning. Brand, commercial performance and income Oversee the design and delivery of effective marketing and communications strategies that are developed and effectively delivered, to retain existing and grow new audiences for dance in the northeast and to promote the Dance City brand. Be proactive in the development and delivery of effective fundraising and income generation strategies for Dance City, to ensure that contributed income grows and is diversified, and to develop commercial opportunities enabled by the building and programme. Play an active role in identifying and approaching prospective donors, sponsors and funding partners. Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing and potential supporters and to lead on key public funding and donor relationships. Finance and operations Be accountable for the financial operation of the organisation, ensuring budgets are set and monitored, appropriate financial policies and procedures are in place, compliance with appropriate legal and fiscal frameworks is followed, and that there is timely reporting to the relevant funders and authorities. Oversee and ensure the smooth and efficient management of Dance City s facilities and infrastructure. Ensure Dance City remains a visible champion of environmental responsibility. Ensure the organisation is fully compliant with all legal requirements, including health and safety, and that all staff are trained appropriately. People and culture Set the tone for and model the organisational culture, be an inclusive and consultative leader, championing employee wellbeing and engagement. Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place for recruitment, induction, appraisals and the professional development of staff. Ensure the organisation upholds its principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, valuing the wellbeing of all colleagues. Person specification Essential Has held a senior role in a cultural venue or within an organisation with a substantial arts programme or partnerships; is well networked in and beyond the cultural and creative industries. Understanding of the current landscape and eco-system in the cultural sector and awareness of local/national political initiatives that will impact on - and create opportunities for - Dance City and its partner organisations. Understanding of the legal, fiscal, social and political context within which the arts operate, and the contribution they make to health, education, social cohesion and civic pride. Understanding of the needs of dance as an art form and a commitment to best practice and to promoting inclusion and equality of opportunity. An inclusive leader with experience of overseeing organisational transformation and managing change. A track record in relationship building, working in partnership with a range of funders, agencies and organisations, and of successful fundraising and income generation from a range of sources. A strong advocate and compelling storyteller, able to network, represent the organisation, communicate its vision and inspire confidence among existing and potential peers and stakeholders. Strong financial literacy and skills, knowledge of charity governance and relevant financial policies and procedures; experience of senior financial accountability. Experience of working effectively with a Board of Directors, understanding of best practice in governance and organisational development. A commitment to living in the region, able to travel nationally and internationally, and to work some evenings and weekends where there is reasonable expectation to attend events. Desirable Experience of running a building with a diverse and impactful arts programme. An extensive network in the cultural sector. Experience of significant national/international cultural partnership projects. Experience of managing significant public investment programmes such as ACE NPO, Creative Scotland RFO or equivalent. Equity, diversity and inclusion At Dance City we believe that voices and perspectives from a range of backgrounds and lived experiences make our understanding of the world and the arts more relevant. We believe that difference is our strength. Therefore we actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and those that are under-represented in our city and region and in dance leadership.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
The Chief Executive & Creative Director holds the most senior post at Dance City, unites the creative and strategic functions of the organisation, and is accountable to the board of trustees for the good management and impact of the charity. The Chief Executive & Creative Director leads and works collaboratively with the board, senior management team (SMT) and stakeholders and partners to ensure that Dance City creates opportunities for people to create, produce and experience dance at its very best. The Chief Executive & Creative Director drives the business, identifying commercial opportunities, securing financial resilience, and ensuring that Dance City s programme is at the vanguard of sustainable dance development in the region. The Chief Executive & Creative Director is based in the northeast and plays an active role in the social life and cultural communities of the region. Role Profile and Person Specification Key deliverables Lead on Dance City s vision, values and organisational objectives and ensure the relevance and sustainability of its creative programme. Ensure there is alignment between Dance City s creative ambitions and its business needs and that all activity is delivered to the highest possible standards to plan and within budget. Grow the organisation s earned income and shape and set targets for initiatives embracing commercial ventures, corporate partnerships, public funding, trusts and foundations and individual philanthropy. Be accountable to the board and to funding bodies, and for the responsible stewardship of Dance City. Ensure a strong profile and reputation for the organisation and for dance practice locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Initiate, develop and sustain partnerships with existing and potential funders and key stakeholders. Lead and enable the senior team; motivate, inspire, and support the development of the wider staff team. Role profile Leadership and governance Develop and monitor the strategic plan with the SMT and Board. Work closely with the Chair and Trustees to ensure the good governance of the charity and that organisational performance is structured and monitored using well articulated, achievable KPIs. Support Trustees in being an effective Board, ensuring it comprises the appropriate range of skills and has access to training and development opportunities. Deploy Trustees skills and networks to identify and activate opportunities for commercial development and business growth. Be an inclusive leader, collaborate with and empower the SMT, and motivate, support and develop the wider staff team. Advocacy, profile and civic engagement Promote the profile and reputation of Dance City locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. Initiate and enable constructive debate about dance and its development by artists, policy-makers and the public, and to promote Dance City s role in dance leadership. Articulate the transformative potential of dance in enabling social cohesion, the centrality of its place in the wider creative industries sector, and its potential, through civic partnerships and collaboration, to make a major contribution to the economy and well being of the city and region. Ensure Dance City is part of local, regional, national and international arts discussions and networks, is represented at key events and viewed as crucial to decision-making processes in the dance and wider cultural and social sectors. Be the face of Dance City in professional and community networks and at events in the northeast; communicate and advocate for its plans and ambitions to the widest range of people including politicians, the media, funders, artists, audiences and the public. Creative Shape, co-create and communicate the creative vision for Dance City. Oversee the development and delivery of a creative programme which appeals to a wide range of audiences, demonstrates excellence, and sets out to grow appetite and demand for diverse dance experiences. Build and manage sustainable commercial and funding partnerships which will enhance the profile of the programme and enable the commissioning, programming and presentation of dance within and beyond Dance City. Oversee the evaluation of the programme, to ensure quality, to engage in reflection and implement learning with colleagues. Maintain an overview of the local and national dance ecology in order to inform advocacy and planning. Brand, commercial performance and income Oversee the design and delivery of effective marketing and communications strategies that are developed and effectively delivered, to retain existing and grow new audiences for dance in the northeast and to promote the Dance City brand. Be proactive in the development and delivery of effective fundraising and income generation strategies for Dance City, to ensure that contributed income grows and is diversified, and to develop commercial opportunities enabled by the building and programme. Play an active role in identifying and approaching prospective donors, sponsors and funding partners. Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with existing and potential supporters and to lead on key public funding and donor relationships. Finance and operations Be accountable for the financial operation of the organisation, ensuring budgets are set and monitored, appropriate financial policies and procedures are in place, compliance with appropriate legal and fiscal frameworks is followed, and that there is timely reporting to the relevant funders and authorities. Oversee and ensure the smooth and efficient management of Dance City s facilities and infrastructure. Ensure Dance City remains a visible champion of environmental responsibility. Ensure the organisation is fully compliant with all legal requirements, including health and safety, and that all staff are trained appropriately. People and culture Set the tone for and model the organisational culture, be an inclusive and consultative leader, championing employee wellbeing and engagement. Ensure that appropriate policies and procedures are in place for recruitment, induction, appraisals and the professional development of staff. Ensure the organisation upholds its principles of equity, diversity and inclusion, valuing the wellbeing of all colleagues. Person specification Essential Has held a senior role in a cultural venue or within an organisation with a substantial arts programme or partnerships; is well networked in and beyond the cultural and creative industries. Understanding of the current landscape and eco-system in the cultural sector and awareness of local/national political initiatives that will impact on - and create opportunities for - Dance City and its partner organisations. Understanding of the legal, fiscal, social and political context within which the arts operate, and the contribution they make to health, education, social cohesion and civic pride. Understanding of the needs of dance as an art form and a commitment to best practice and to promoting inclusion and equality of opportunity. An inclusive leader with experience of overseeing organisational transformation and managing change. A track record in relationship building, working in partnership with a range of funders, agencies and organisations, and of successful fundraising and income generation from a range of sources. A strong advocate and compelling storyteller, able to network, represent the organisation, communicate its vision and inspire confidence among existing and potential peers and stakeholders. Strong financial literacy and skills, knowledge of charity governance and relevant financial policies and procedures; experience of senior financial accountability. Experience of working effectively with a Board of Directors, understanding of best practice in governance and organisational development. A commitment to living in the region, able to travel nationally and internationally, and to work some evenings and weekends where there is reasonable expectation to attend events. Desirable Experience of running a building with a diverse and impactful arts programme. An extensive network in the cultural sector. Experience of significant national/international cultural partnership projects. Experience of managing significant public investment programmes such as ACE NPO, Creative Scotland RFO or equivalent. Equity, diversity and inclusion At Dance City we believe that voices and perspectives from a range of backgrounds and lived experiences make our understanding of the world and the arts more relevant. We believe that difference is our strength. Therefore we actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and those that are under-represented in our city and region and in dance leadership.
Your new company Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society presents a compelling opportunity if you are looking for a broad CFO role with the chance to make a true impact. The CEO, Sally Tidy believes "This is a very broad role and is perfect for someone who wants to be involved in more than just producing the Budgets & monthly Management Accounts. There's a fair amount happening in the next five years, from a £5m extension to one of our homes, to expanding our offering to new areas and potentially building a new c £10m care home, as well as helping to formulate both strategy and tactics with the leadership team and I. Your colleagues are a great bunch of people and you will love working with them! It really helps if you have a strong sense of humour, are outgoing and don't take yourself too seriously!" Your new role As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board, providing strategic financial leadership while ensuring robust operational management across finance, HR, legal matters and systems. This is a hands-on, fully office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic oversight with day-to-day involvement and who thrives within a positive, fun and collaborative team culture.This is a broad and influential role with real scope to shape the Society's long-term direction and future success. Key responsibilities Strategy & Planning Support the development of organisational strategy and business planning. Provide commercial insight and advice to the CEO. Identify funding opportunities and support budget development for new initiatives. Lead forward-looking financial strategies with a focus on risk, sustainability and growth. Oversee budgeting, capital planning and KPI frameworks. Operations Play an integral role in executive-level decision-making. Build strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and support non-finance colleagues. Develop and enhance financial systems and processes. Manage investment relationships to maximise returns. Lead the finance function and oversee payroll, purchasing and transactional processes. Oversee due diligence, acquisitions and potential divestments. Lead the development and maintenance of the Society's IT systems. Financial Reporting Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Charity Commission, Companies House, Homes England, the Regulator of Social Housing and the ONS. Present financial results and insights to the Board, Finance Committee and CEO. Financial Risk Management Identify key financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies. Oversee legal matters related to the Society's financial assets. Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full regulatory compliance. Review insurance cover and ensure audit readiness. Lead the relationship with external auditors and follow up on recommendations. Funding & Cash Management Lead cash flow management and financial forecasting. Arrange financing and third-party funding as required. Oversee investment portfolios and protect the Society's funds. Stakeholder & Third-Party Management Build strong relationships with banks, investment advisers and insurers. Represent the Society in financial and legal matters. Monitor and report third-party performance to the Board. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) qualification. Minimum seven years' progressive experience, ideally within a not-for-profit environment or SME. At least three years at CFO or Finance Director level (exceptional Financial Controllers will be considered). Proven experience working with Boards and executive leadership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A collaborative approach with the ability to support and influence non-finance colleagues. A broad understanding of organisational performance beyond finance. Key Skills Strategic planning and organisational vision. Financial strategy, modelling and planning. Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills. Experience improving systems and processes. Commercial acumen and sound financial judgement. Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to review and interpret legal documentation. Acts as a trusted partner and sounding board to the CEO. Soft Skills Approachable, personable and easy-going style. A sense of humour and ability to build rapport. Intelligent, confident and clear-thinking. What you'll get in return This is a wide-ranging and high-impact role that offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference within an established and values-led organisation. For an ambitious, proactive finance leader who enjoys a varied remit and strategic influence, this is an exceptional career opportunity.If you're looking for a meaningful leadership position within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we would welcome a conversation. This role offers an attractive salary, private healthcare, an attractive pension scheme and working with a fantastic bunch of people who truly love what they do! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now for an informal and completely private and confidential conversation.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. 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Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Your new company Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society presents a compelling opportunity if you are looking for a broad CFO role with the chance to make a true impact. The CEO, Sally Tidy believes "This is a very broad role and is perfect for someone who wants to be involved in more than just producing the Budgets & monthly Management Accounts. There's a fair amount happening in the next five years, from a £5m extension to one of our homes, to expanding our offering to new areas and potentially building a new c £10m care home, as well as helping to formulate both strategy and tactics with the leadership team and I. Your colleagues are a great bunch of people and you will love working with them! It really helps if you have a strong sense of humour, are outgoing and don't take yourself too seriously!" Your new role As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board, providing strategic financial leadership while ensuring robust operational management across finance, HR, legal matters and systems. This is a hands-on, fully office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic oversight with day-to-day involvement and who thrives within a positive, fun and collaborative team culture.This is a broad and influential role with real scope to shape the Society's long-term direction and future success. Key responsibilities Strategy & Planning Support the development of organisational strategy and business planning. Provide commercial insight and advice to the CEO. Identify funding opportunities and support budget development for new initiatives. Lead forward-looking financial strategies with a focus on risk, sustainability and growth. Oversee budgeting, capital planning and KPI frameworks. Operations Play an integral role in executive-level decision-making. Build strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and support non-finance colleagues. Develop and enhance financial systems and processes. Manage investment relationships to maximise returns. Lead the finance function and oversee payroll, purchasing and transactional processes. Oversee due diligence, acquisitions and potential divestments. Lead the development and maintenance of the Society's IT systems. Financial Reporting Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Charity Commission, Companies House, Homes England, the Regulator of Social Housing and the ONS. Present financial results and insights to the Board, Finance Committee and CEO. Financial Risk Management Identify key financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies. Oversee legal matters related to the Society's financial assets. Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full regulatory compliance. Review insurance cover and ensure audit readiness. Lead the relationship with external auditors and follow up on recommendations. Funding & Cash Management Lead cash flow management and financial forecasting. Arrange financing and third-party funding as required. Oversee investment portfolios and protect the Society's funds. Stakeholder & Third-Party Management Build strong relationships with banks, investment advisers and insurers. Represent the Society in financial and legal matters. Monitor and report third-party performance to the Board. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) qualification. Minimum seven years' progressive experience, ideally within a not-for-profit environment or SME. At least three years at CFO or Finance Director level (exceptional Financial Controllers will be considered). Proven experience working with Boards and executive leadership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A collaborative approach with the ability to support and influence non-finance colleagues. A broad understanding of organisational performance beyond finance. Key Skills Strategic planning and organisational vision. Financial strategy, modelling and planning. Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills. Experience improving systems and processes. Commercial acumen and sound financial judgement. Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to review and interpret legal documentation. Acts as a trusted partner and sounding board to the CEO. Soft Skills Approachable, personable and easy-going style. A sense of humour and ability to build rapport. Intelligent, confident and clear-thinking. What you'll get in return This is a wide-ranging and high-impact role that offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference within an established and values-led organisation. For an ambitious, proactive finance leader who enjoys a varied remit and strategic influence, this is an exceptional career opportunity.If you're looking for a meaningful leadership position within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we would welcome a conversation. This role offers an attractive salary, private healthcare, an attractive pension scheme and working with a fantastic bunch of people who truly love what they do! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now for an informal and completely private and confidential conversation.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
The Director of Finance & Planning is a member of the senior management team and key Board liaison, responsible for supporting the organisation to deliver a sustainable financial and operating model. A member of the senior management team and key liaison with Trustees, the role needs to work at both at strategic and operational level across areas of responsibility including finance & planning, operations, HR and IT. Main responsibilities Board representation and liaison Act as the key focal point for the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, including liaison with the Treasurer on agendas, producing relevant papers and tracking/implementing agreed action points Attend People and other Committee meetings as required Attend board meetings and produce board papers where required Ensure company secretarial requirements are met for Bond, including Companies House and Charity Commission filings. Ensure appropriate financial governance framework is in place Ensure that appropriate financial controls, systems and resourcing are in place that meet the needs of the organisation, adapting as these evolve over time Oversee regular review of finance/HR/operations policies and related staff hand-books, ensuring appropriate updates are made as needed and communicated to stakeholders as necessary Ensure timely, accurate and insightful monthly management reporting is produced for the organisation Provide updates on Bond s finances to SMT and staff as required, at least quarterly Enable accurate and timely financial reporting to funders in line with funding agreements. Maintain oversight of basis for allocation of costs and staff time to restricted grants Take ownership of the year end external audit, leading the audit relationship and overseeing accounts production and sign off Maintain Bond s reserve policy, tracking financial position against agreed target and ensuring annual review of policy and target level with Trustees Provide organisational leadership on Finance, Operations and HR Provide leadership and line management to the Finance, Operations & Effectiveness team. Provide support and oversight on day-to-day activities of the team as needed. Represent functional areas within the Senior Management Team Actively engage with staff reps and wider staff team to build organisational understanding of Bond s finances and HR policies Support development of funding proposals, ensuring realistic and accurate budgeting and seeking to maximise organisational cost recovery Provide support to teams across Bond, and the finance manager, in grant management and reporting Provide authorisation for payments as appropriate to the scheme of delegation Demonstrate a commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion Lead Bond s planning and budgeting process Own Bond s medium term financial plan, regularly updating the financial outlook across both restricted and unrestricted funds and supporting SMT discussions to ensure long term financial sustainability of Bond Lead on the annual planning and budgeting process, ensuring that team plans and budgets align and support delivery of the organisational strategy Work with SMT to ensure that teams are able to demonstrate and quantify their impact Provide support to project managers in developing and managing budgets Meet regularly with budget holders to review management accounts for their areas of responsibility Reforecast income and expenditure, and review progress against team plans, at least quarterly to ensure visibility of performance and allow in-year correction where needed Legal and risk management Maintain the organisational risk register, updating with SMT regularly and reporting onwards to the Board Monitor risks owned by Director of Finance & Planning, ensure that required actions are being taken and report any change in risk profile to the CEO, SMT and the Board Organisational lead on data protection Review material contracts before signature, to assess financial and operational risks, and seeking external legal counsel where needed Day-to- day finance tasks Due to size of Bond and the small finance team, Director of Finance & Planning is required to undertake day to day finance tasks as needed, such as: Oversee, review and sign off on payroll, pension and taxes including monthly payroll journal to allocate costs to grants Review and sign off bank reconciliations and journals raised by the Finance Manager Overhead allocations to grants Donor financial reporting production and review Person Specification Required Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Senior management experience, including leadership of multi-function teams and liaison with Trustees Strong understanding of charity accounting, including restricted grant management Experience of managing HR professionals or experience of a wide range of HR matters Demonstrable commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion Enjoy holding both strategic view and hands-on operational tasks Desirable Experience of setting measures to track impact as well as broader organisational KPIs Salesforce experience (Certinia finance a bonus) Benefits Bond offers a competitive salary and benefits package including: 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with additional staff privilege days, normally between Christmas and New Year 7% pension contributions (staff pay 3.5%) Flexible working hours (Hybrid working 1 day, minimum in the office per month) Staff Development days Perk Box access Employee Assistance Programme WeCare (Health and wellbeing services, including access to 24/7 online GP services, second medical opinion, mental health support such as counselling, guidance from health professionals, burnout prevention, life event counselling, get fit programmes, nutritionist advice, etc. for staff and immediate family) Interest free season ticket loan How to Apply To apply submit your CV and cover letter by 18th May 2026 In the cover letter we expect you to set out: Why you are interested in this role How you meet the role requirements Your understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and why it matters in this role
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
The Director of Finance & Planning is a member of the senior management team and key Board liaison, responsible for supporting the organisation to deliver a sustainable financial and operating model. A member of the senior management team and key liaison with Trustees, the role needs to work at both at strategic and operational level across areas of responsibility including finance & planning, operations, HR and IT. Main responsibilities Board representation and liaison Act as the key focal point for the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, including liaison with the Treasurer on agendas, producing relevant papers and tracking/implementing agreed action points Attend People and other Committee meetings as required Attend board meetings and produce board papers where required Ensure company secretarial requirements are met for Bond, including Companies House and Charity Commission filings. Ensure appropriate financial governance framework is in place Ensure that appropriate financial controls, systems and resourcing are in place that meet the needs of the organisation, adapting as these evolve over time Oversee regular review of finance/HR/operations policies and related staff hand-books, ensuring appropriate updates are made as needed and communicated to stakeholders as necessary Ensure timely, accurate and insightful monthly management reporting is produced for the organisation Provide updates on Bond s finances to SMT and staff as required, at least quarterly Enable accurate and timely financial reporting to funders in line with funding agreements. Maintain oversight of basis for allocation of costs and staff time to restricted grants Take ownership of the year end external audit, leading the audit relationship and overseeing accounts production and sign off Maintain Bond s reserve policy, tracking financial position against agreed target and ensuring annual review of policy and target level with Trustees Provide organisational leadership on Finance, Operations and HR Provide leadership and line management to the Finance, Operations & Effectiveness team. Provide support and oversight on day-to-day activities of the team as needed. Represent functional areas within the Senior Management Team Actively engage with staff reps and wider staff team to build organisational understanding of Bond s finances and HR policies Support development of funding proposals, ensuring realistic and accurate budgeting and seeking to maximise organisational cost recovery Provide support to teams across Bond, and the finance manager, in grant management and reporting Provide authorisation for payments as appropriate to the scheme of delegation Demonstrate a commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion Lead Bond s planning and budgeting process Own Bond s medium term financial plan, regularly updating the financial outlook across both restricted and unrestricted funds and supporting SMT discussions to ensure long term financial sustainability of Bond Lead on the annual planning and budgeting process, ensuring that team plans and budgets align and support delivery of the organisational strategy Work with SMT to ensure that teams are able to demonstrate and quantify their impact Provide support to project managers in developing and managing budgets Meet regularly with budget holders to review management accounts for their areas of responsibility Reforecast income and expenditure, and review progress against team plans, at least quarterly to ensure visibility of performance and allow in-year correction where needed Legal and risk management Maintain the organisational risk register, updating with SMT regularly and reporting onwards to the Board Monitor risks owned by Director of Finance & Planning, ensure that required actions are being taken and report any change in risk profile to the CEO, SMT and the Board Organisational lead on data protection Review material contracts before signature, to assess financial and operational risks, and seeking external legal counsel where needed Day-to- day finance tasks Due to size of Bond and the small finance team, Director of Finance & Planning is required to undertake day to day finance tasks as needed, such as: Oversee, review and sign off on payroll, pension and taxes including monthly payroll journal to allocate costs to grants Review and sign off bank reconciliations and journals raised by the Finance Manager Overhead allocations to grants Donor financial reporting production and review Person Specification Required Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Senior management experience, including leadership of multi-function teams and liaison with Trustees Strong understanding of charity accounting, including restricted grant management Experience of managing HR professionals or experience of a wide range of HR matters Demonstrable commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity and inclusion Enjoy holding both strategic view and hands-on operational tasks Desirable Experience of setting measures to track impact as well as broader organisational KPIs Salesforce experience (Certinia finance a bonus) Benefits Bond offers a competitive salary and benefits package including: 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with additional staff privilege days, normally between Christmas and New Year 7% pension contributions (staff pay 3.5%) Flexible working hours (Hybrid working 1 day, minimum in the office per month) Staff Development days Perk Box access Employee Assistance Programme WeCare (Health and wellbeing services, including access to 24/7 online GP services, second medical opinion, mental health support such as counselling, guidance from health professionals, burnout prevention, life event counselling, get fit programmes, nutritionist advice, etc. for staff and immediate family) Interest free season ticket loan How to Apply To apply submit your CV and cover letter by 18th May 2026 In the cover letter we expect you to set out: Why you are interested in this role How you meet the role requirements Your understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and why it matters in this role
Milton Keynes Christian Foundation
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Milton Keynes Christian Foundation isn't your average workplace. We are a local charity dedicated to growing people and communities through diverse social enterprises from healthy food and cycling to waste reduction and learning support. We work specifically with young people looking for new ways to learn and develop, providing them with a community where they can truly belong. We are looking for an experienced professional to manage our core administrative operations. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it s about ensuring our social enterprises have the solid foundation they need to make a difference. Reporting directly to the Director, you will be a key member of our Executive team . Your work will focus on three critical areas: Finance & Reporting: You ll lead transactional processing in Xero, manage cash flow, and provide vital financial reports to our enterprise leads. Human Resources: You will oversee our recruitment life cycle, manage staff training (specifically Child Protection), and ensure our personnel files and DBS records are bulletproof. Facilities & Compliance: From negotiating utility contracts to taking ownership of Health and Safety and risk assessments, you ll keep our physical and digital environment safe and efficient
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Milton Keynes Christian Foundation isn't your average workplace. We are a local charity dedicated to growing people and communities through diverse social enterprises from healthy food and cycling to waste reduction and learning support. We work specifically with young people looking for new ways to learn and develop, providing them with a community where they can truly belong. We are looking for an experienced professional to manage our core administrative operations. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it s about ensuring our social enterprises have the solid foundation they need to make a difference. Reporting directly to the Director, you will be a key member of our Executive team . Your work will focus on three critical areas: Finance & Reporting: You ll lead transactional processing in Xero, manage cash flow, and provide vital financial reports to our enterprise leads. Human Resources: You will oversee our recruitment life cycle, manage staff training (specifically Child Protection), and ensure our personnel files and DBS records are bulletproof. Facilities & Compliance: From negotiating utility contracts to taking ownership of Health and Safety and risk assessments, you ll keep our physical and digital environment safe and efficient
Harris Hill is recruiting for a Head of Finance for this well-established Membership Body based in London. (Hybrid) Reporting to: Chief Executive Salary: £75.000pa Management: 2 Finance Staff Size of organisation: 20 staff Hybrid Working: A minimum of 2 days a week is required at their offices in Central London (Tuesdays are essential) Qualification: MUST BE A FULLY QULAIFIED ACCOUNTANT Experience: A minimum of 7 years experience in a similar role. A fundamental understanding of governance and accounting regulations is essential, and knowledge of charity finance. THIS IS AN URGENT POSITION, LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO START AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OR IN MAY RESPONSIBILITIES To advise and support the Treasurer and the Trustee Board in respect of financial services Preparing and presenting strategic finance issues to the board to allow positioning and decision making as appropriate to be made in enabling the strategic delivery plan. To oversee production of regional annual budgets, monitor expenditure and produce year-end accounts for audit. To ensure work of Finance Team is carried out efficiently and effectively, including bank and cash procedures, accounting systems and subsidiary records and making regular management reports. To oversee production of annual budget To monitor cash levels, invest surplus funds and ensure sufficient working capital to meet requirement. To ensure all statutory accounts, taxation and legal reporting deadlines are met. To ensure statutory accounts are complete on Companies House is complete, working with the Head of Business Operations on company filing. Submission of filing for the Charities Commission. To complete all aspects of payroll. To provide financial support to the Senior Leadership Team and the Trustee Board as required. To ensure the companies within the umbrella are compliant in matters relating to PAYE/Corporation Tax and VAT. To develop and maintain systems for optimum efficiency, security and compliance with charity, company, and accounting/financial legislation To manage the collection and accounting for membership subscriptions To ensure regular financial reporting are prepared in a timely basis, which includes monthly management accounts Manage financial returns and expenses for centres and regional activities To attend meetings of Trustee Board and any others as required and act in an advisory capacity. To attend internal and/or external training sessions as required. To conduct induction and developmental training sessions for senior staff on financial policies and procedures.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Harris Hill is recruiting for a Head of Finance for this well-established Membership Body based in London. (Hybrid) Reporting to: Chief Executive Salary: £75.000pa Management: 2 Finance Staff Size of organisation: 20 staff Hybrid Working: A minimum of 2 days a week is required at their offices in Central London (Tuesdays are essential) Qualification: MUST BE A FULLY QULAIFIED ACCOUNTANT Experience: A minimum of 7 years experience in a similar role. A fundamental understanding of governance and accounting regulations is essential, and knowledge of charity finance. THIS IS AN URGENT POSITION, LOOKING FOR SOMEONE TO START AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OR IN MAY RESPONSIBILITIES To advise and support the Treasurer and the Trustee Board in respect of financial services Preparing and presenting strategic finance issues to the board to allow positioning and decision making as appropriate to be made in enabling the strategic delivery plan. To oversee production of regional annual budgets, monitor expenditure and produce year-end accounts for audit. To ensure work of Finance Team is carried out efficiently and effectively, including bank and cash procedures, accounting systems and subsidiary records and making regular management reports. To oversee production of annual budget To monitor cash levels, invest surplus funds and ensure sufficient working capital to meet requirement. To ensure all statutory accounts, taxation and legal reporting deadlines are met. To ensure statutory accounts are complete on Companies House is complete, working with the Head of Business Operations on company filing. Submission of filing for the Charities Commission. To complete all aspects of payroll. To provide financial support to the Senior Leadership Team and the Trustee Board as required. To ensure the companies within the umbrella are compliant in matters relating to PAYE/Corporation Tax and VAT. To develop and maintain systems for optimum efficiency, security and compliance with charity, company, and accounting/financial legislation To manage the collection and accounting for membership subscriptions To ensure regular financial reporting are prepared in a timely basis, which includes monthly management accounts Manage financial returns and expenses for centres and regional activities To attend meetings of Trustee Board and any others as required and act in an advisory capacity. To attend internal and/or external training sessions as required. To conduct induction and developmental training sessions for senior staff on financial policies and procedures.
The Context This is an exciting opportunity to join a music education charity focused on grant making and advocacy work. As the organisation expand their operations, they are looking for a highly organised and digitally-savvy Operations Officer to be the backbone of their small but impactful team. Since launching in January 2025, the charity has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work. In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. If you: Are interested in joining a 'start-up' style charity with national reach and massive growth plans; Enjoy a varied role where one hour you might be recording minutes for a high-level Board meeting, and the next you could be building internal systems to help the organisation run smoothly; Have a "can-do" attitude and an appetite to work hard; Then this is the role for you. The Role Governance & Executive Support Board Secretariat: Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing papers, and taking accurate, professional minutes. Scheduling: Manage complex calendars for the CEO and leadership and coordinate external stakeholder meetings. Compliance: Ensure all digital and physical filing systems are maintained in line with UK GDPR and charity commission requirements. Governance Accuracy: Minutes distributed to the Board within e.g., 5 working days with zero significant errors. Comms Approvals Trail: Ensure sign-off is obtained and recorded for external-facing content (e.g., posts, web updates, case studies) and that final versions are stored. Office & Data Organisation Systems Management: Maintain the charity's central filing system, ensuring documents are easily accessible yet secure. Responsible for the management and documentation of all approval and audit trails. System Efficiency: Successful migration or re-organisation of digital folders to ensure staff can find any document within 30 seconds. Data Entry: Keep our donor or contact database up to date, ensuring information is accurate for fundraising and outreach teams. General Admin: Manage the charity's general email inbox, handle post, and order office supplies. Finance Record keeping: Ensure charity tracking to budget and keeping recorded receipts with approvals, ready for external audit. Reporting: Preparing progress reports on spend and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and trends. Produce reports as needed for the Chief Executive, Grant and Impact Manager, and Board. Digital & Communications Support Digital and Socials Cover: Provide operational cover for the digital/socials team as needed, including scheduling posts, coordinating assets, basic updates, and ensuring content is approved before publishing. Asset & Permissions Coordination: Maintain and organise approved assets (photos/video), permission forms, and usage notes, particularly where young people are involved. The Candidate Experience: Proven experience in an administrative or office management role (Charity sector experience is a plus). Digital Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Teams) and a natural flair for social media trends and platforms. Communication: Exceptional written English for drafting minutes, blogs, and social captions. Organisation: A methodical approach to filing and a "hawk-eye" for detail. Values: A genuine passion for young people's musical provision in underserved communities. Terms of Appointment Reporting to: CEO Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00 Occasional evening and weekend hours. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners T : (0) E : Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
The Context This is an exciting opportunity to join a music education charity focused on grant making and advocacy work. As the organisation expand their operations, they are looking for a highly organised and digitally-savvy Operations Officer to be the backbone of their small but impactful team. Since launching in January 2025, the charity has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work. In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. If you: Are interested in joining a 'start-up' style charity with national reach and massive growth plans; Enjoy a varied role where one hour you might be recording minutes for a high-level Board meeting, and the next you could be building internal systems to help the organisation run smoothly; Have a "can-do" attitude and an appetite to work hard; Then this is the role for you. The Role Governance & Executive Support Board Secretariat: Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing papers, and taking accurate, professional minutes. Scheduling: Manage complex calendars for the CEO and leadership and coordinate external stakeholder meetings. Compliance: Ensure all digital and physical filing systems are maintained in line with UK GDPR and charity commission requirements. Governance Accuracy: Minutes distributed to the Board within e.g., 5 working days with zero significant errors. Comms Approvals Trail: Ensure sign-off is obtained and recorded for external-facing content (e.g., posts, web updates, case studies) and that final versions are stored. Office & Data Organisation Systems Management: Maintain the charity's central filing system, ensuring documents are easily accessible yet secure. Responsible for the management and documentation of all approval and audit trails. System Efficiency: Successful migration or re-organisation of digital folders to ensure staff can find any document within 30 seconds. Data Entry: Keep our donor or contact database up to date, ensuring information is accurate for fundraising and outreach teams. General Admin: Manage the charity's general email inbox, handle post, and order office supplies. Finance Record keeping: Ensure charity tracking to budget and keeping recorded receipts with approvals, ready for external audit. Reporting: Preparing progress reports on spend and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and trends. Produce reports as needed for the Chief Executive, Grant and Impact Manager, and Board. Digital & Communications Support Digital and Socials Cover: Provide operational cover for the digital/socials team as needed, including scheduling posts, coordinating assets, basic updates, and ensuring content is approved before publishing. Asset & Permissions Coordination: Maintain and organise approved assets (photos/video), permission forms, and usage notes, particularly where young people are involved. The Candidate Experience: Proven experience in an administrative or office management role (Charity sector experience is a plus). Digital Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Teams) and a natural flair for social media trends and platforms. Communication: Exceptional written English for drafting minutes, blogs, and social captions. Organisation: A methodical approach to filing and a "hawk-eye" for detail. Values: A genuine passion for young people's musical provision in underserved communities. Terms of Appointment Reporting to: CEO Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00 Occasional evening and weekend hours. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners T : (0) E : Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026
The Head of Finance & Operations will lead the financial strategy, governance, and operational infrastructure of Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, working closely with the Chief Executive and Board. This senior leadership role blends strategic oversight with hands-on delivery in a high-profile, values-led arts organisation. Client Details Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is one of the UK's leading orchestras and a registered charity, bringing world-class music to communities across the South and South West. With an ambitious artistic programme, a strong digital presence, and a deep commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and community engagement, BSO exists to transform lives through the power of music. Description Lead all aspects of financial strategy, planning, reporting, and control Act as a senior adviser to the Chief Executive and Board on financial, commercial, and risk matters Oversee statutory compliance, governance, and company secretarial responsibilities Lead and develop the Finance & Operations team, fostering a high-performance and supportive culture Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, balance sheet control, and year-end processes Oversee key operational areas including IT strategy, contracts, suppliers, and risk management Support funding negotiations and reporting with Arts Council England and other stakeholders Play a key role in embedding new systems and supporting major strategic initiatives Profile Fully qualified accountant with significant senior finance leadership experience Proven experience operating at SMT or Board level in a complex organisation Strong commercial awareness with excellent financial control and reporting capabilities Confident leader with experience developing teams and managing change Comfortable working in partnership with external stakeholders, funders, and auditors A values-driven professional with an appreciation for the arts, culture, and charitable impact Job Offer Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience (relocation support considered) Pension: 5% employer contribution with salary exchange option Holiday: 30 days including Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days, plus discretionary Christmas leave Benefits: BUPA cash-back scheme, life insurance (3x salary), mental health support, free parking, legal discounts Culture: Inclusive, supportive environment with strong commitment to development via BSO Elevate Impact: A leadership role where your work directly supports world-class music and life-changing community projects
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
The Head of Finance & Operations will lead the financial strategy, governance, and operational infrastructure of Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, working closely with the Chief Executive and Board. This senior leadership role blends strategic oversight with hands-on delivery in a high-profile, values-led arts organisation. Client Details Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is one of the UK's leading orchestras and a registered charity, bringing world-class music to communities across the South and South West. With an ambitious artistic programme, a strong digital presence, and a deep commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and community engagement, BSO exists to transform lives through the power of music. Description Lead all aspects of financial strategy, planning, reporting, and control Act as a senior adviser to the Chief Executive and Board on financial, commercial, and risk matters Oversee statutory compliance, governance, and company secretarial responsibilities Lead and develop the Finance & Operations team, fostering a high-performance and supportive culture Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, balance sheet control, and year-end processes Oversee key operational areas including IT strategy, contracts, suppliers, and risk management Support funding negotiations and reporting with Arts Council England and other stakeholders Play a key role in embedding new systems and supporting major strategic initiatives Profile Fully qualified accountant with significant senior finance leadership experience Proven experience operating at SMT or Board level in a complex organisation Strong commercial awareness with excellent financial control and reporting capabilities Confident leader with experience developing teams and managing change Comfortable working in partnership with external stakeholders, funders, and auditors A values-driven professional with an appreciation for the arts, culture, and charitable impact Job Offer Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience (relocation support considered) Pension: 5% employer contribution with salary exchange option Holiday: 30 days including Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days, plus discretionary Christmas leave Benefits: BUPA cash-back scheme, life insurance (3x salary), mental health support, free parking, legal discounts Culture: Inclusive, supportive environment with strong commitment to development via BSO Elevate Impact: A leadership role where your work directly supports world-class music and life-changing community projects
31 days annual leave plus bank holidays local government pension scheme Flexible working Summary A senior leadership opportunity to shape the operational strength, financial sustainability, and future growth of a mission-led education partnership. Ideal for a commercially astute, values-driven leader with strong finance expertise and the confidence to lead operations, governance, and organisational development in a collaborative, community-focused environment. Our Client Tower Hamlets Education Partnership (THEP) is a locally rooted, values-led organisation supporting schools and education leaders across Tower Hamlets. The partnership brings schools together to improve outcomes for children through collaboration, innovation, and locally driven solutions. The Role This is a pivotal Executive Team role combining finance, operations, and business development, with responsibility to: Provide strategic financial leadership and long-term financial planning Lead and strengthen organisational operations and infrastructure Support income diversification, new services, and sustainable growth Act as a key advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior stakeholders Main Duties Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance across the organisation Drive long-term financial planning, scenario modelling, and sustainability Oversee core operational functions including HR, communications, events, IT, and administration Strengthen governance, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and impact Support business development, funding bids, and new partnerships through robust financial insight The Successful Candidate A qualified accountant. Full member of ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent. Strong strategic thinker with the ability to balance financial rigour with organisational mission Confident leader with experience improving systems, processes, and team performance Excellent communicator able to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences Ideally experienced in education, public sector, charity, or membership-based organisations and with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Tower Hamlets' children. What's on Offer? Salary: £73,266 - £78,090 per annum Location: Shoreditch, London (with flexible working) Benefits: 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays, local government pension scheme, Culture: Values-led, collaborative, community-focused organisation with high trust and autonomy Impact & Progression: Opportunity to shape the next phase of THEP's growth, influence education outcomes locally, and work closely with schools, leaders, and partners Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
31 days annual leave plus bank holidays local government pension scheme Flexible working Summary A senior leadership opportunity to shape the operational strength, financial sustainability, and future growth of a mission-led education partnership. Ideal for a commercially astute, values-driven leader with strong finance expertise and the confidence to lead operations, governance, and organisational development in a collaborative, community-focused environment. Our Client Tower Hamlets Education Partnership (THEP) is a locally rooted, values-led organisation supporting schools and education leaders across Tower Hamlets. The partnership brings schools together to improve outcomes for children through collaboration, innovation, and locally driven solutions. The Role This is a pivotal Executive Team role combining finance, operations, and business development, with responsibility to: Provide strategic financial leadership and long-term financial planning Lead and strengthen organisational operations and infrastructure Support income diversification, new services, and sustainable growth Act as a key advisor to the CEO, Board, and senior stakeholders Main Duties Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance across the organisation Drive long-term financial planning, scenario modelling, and sustainability Oversee core operational functions including HR, communications, events, IT, and administration Strengthen governance, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and impact Support business development, funding bids, and new partnerships through robust financial insight The Successful Candidate A qualified accountant. Full member of ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent. Strong strategic thinker with the ability to balance financial rigour with organisational mission Confident leader with experience improving systems, processes, and team performance Excellent communicator able to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences Ideally experienced in education, public sector, charity, or membership-based organisations and with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Tower Hamlets' children. What's on Offer? Salary: £73,266 - £78,090 per annum Location: Shoreditch, London (with flexible working) Benefits: 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays, local government pension scheme, Culture: Values-led, collaborative, community-focused organisation with high trust and autonomy Impact & Progression: Opportunity to shape the next phase of THEP's growth, influence education outcomes locally, and work closely with schools, leaders, and partners Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and success. That's why we're committed to promoting equality of opportunity and creating inclusive workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and strive to reflect the rich diversity of the global workforce in every role we recruit for.
Portsmouth Cathedral is a historic and active place of worship and community, serving the City, Diocese and wider public. As Head of Finance, you will provide strategic financial leadership as part of the Senior Management Team and supporting Chapter to strengthen financial planning, governance and sustainability. You will lead budgeting, forecasting and reporting, oversee compliance and audit, advise on financial risk, performance and sustainability, lead and develop the finance team and improve systems and processes, including potentially establishing a new trading company. Essentials: ICAEW, ACCA or CIMA qualification or similar Demonstrable experience in strategic financial leadership, with a track record of leading financial governance, compliance, and team development Knowledge of VAT, tax planning, and advanced accounting practices Excellent verbal and written communicator Excellent analytical and reporting skills, proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite Willingness to undertake some basic tasks as part of a small finance team Commitment to the highest standards of safeguarding, equal opportunities, and inclusivity Empathy with the beliefs and values of the Christian Faith and the aims and objectives of the Cathedral. Benefits: Flexible and annualised working arrangements 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus 2 extra days in December and bank holidays + pension and healthcare plan This role will suit a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, strategic insight and the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. For this role a basic safeguarding check will be required. Please see the candidate pack for full details. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact: Katherine Anderson-Scott, Executive Director of Charisma Charity Recruitment. Closing date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 Interviews with Portsmouth Cathedral: 10th or 11th June Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by EOD on 28th May prior to shortlist submission on 29th May 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.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Portsmouth Cathedral is a historic and active place of worship and community, serving the City, Diocese and wider public. As Head of Finance, you will provide strategic financial leadership as part of the Senior Management Team and supporting Chapter to strengthen financial planning, governance and sustainability. You will lead budgeting, forecasting and reporting, oversee compliance and audit, advise on financial risk, performance and sustainability, lead and develop the finance team and improve systems and processes, including potentially establishing a new trading company. Essentials: ICAEW, ACCA or CIMA qualification or similar Demonstrable experience in strategic financial leadership, with a track record of leading financial governance, compliance, and team development Knowledge of VAT, tax planning, and advanced accounting practices Excellent verbal and written communicator Excellent analytical and reporting skills, proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite Willingness to undertake some basic tasks as part of a small finance team Commitment to the highest standards of safeguarding, equal opportunities, and inclusivity Empathy with the beliefs and values of the Christian Faith and the aims and objectives of the Cathedral. Benefits: Flexible and annualised working arrangements 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus 2 extra days in December and bank holidays + pension and healthcare plan This role will suit a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, strategic insight and the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. For this role a basic safeguarding check will be required. Please see the candidate pack for full details. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact: Katherine Anderson-Scott, Executive Director of Charisma Charity Recruitment. Closing date: Wednesday 20th May 2026 Interviews with Portsmouth Cathedral: 10th or 11th June Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by EOD on 28th May prior to shortlist submission on 29th May 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.
Empower Youth Zones is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford. These include HideOut Youth Zone located in Gorton (East Manchester) which opened in 2020, and Salford Youth Zone located in Pendleton, which opened to young people in June 2025. HideOut and Salford Youth Zone provide children and young people aged 8-19 and up to 25 for those with additional needs with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. What is the Role? We are looking for an exceptional Director of Youth Work & Impact to lead our life changing work with young people. As Director of Youth Work & Impact, you will shape and drive the entire youth work offer across both Youth Zones. You'll lead programme development, ensure delivery is high quality and inclusive, and make sure our work has measurable impact on the lives of children and young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) You will establish and oversee a robust Monitoring & Evaluation framework, to measure outcomes, track delivery against KPIs, and provide clear insights that inform strategic decisions by the CEO and Board. Alongside this, you will lead safeguarding as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, manage programme budgets, and provide line management to senior operational staff. Through strong leadership, strategic planning and a commitment to high performance, you will ensure both Youth Zones deliver inspiring, impactful and safe experiences for every young person who walks through our doors, creating opportunities for them to have a voice and influence decisions that affect them You'll also be a visible leader across Greater Manchester - representing Empower Youth Zones at key events and meetings, strengthening partnerships and advocating for our work. This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a growing movement dedicated to giving every young person the chance to realise their full potential and thrive. What will I be doing? Lead strategic and operational planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of youth delivery programmes across HideOut and Salford Youth Zones, embedding the national youth work curriculum into all programme areas. Through effective leadership and line management of the Heads of Youth Work, ensure programme design and delivery aligns with organisational objectives and meets the needs of young people. Establish a Monitoring and Evaluation framework (linking Onside's Excellence Framework) across operational Youth Zone delivery to inform the CEO and Board (measure impact, monitor delivery plan and KPIs against strategy) ensuring a high level of quality assurance, accountability and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong relationships with delivery partners, funders, national and regional youth sector infrastructure organisations and other key stakeholders. Act as the charity's lead representative at local events, conferences and meetings (Local, GM & City Wide Youth Partnerships, VCS boards, Local Authority Partnership and neighbourhood groups etc) to advocate for our work Provide strategic leadership and management of every aspect of the Youth Zone's services to young people, including our work with external partners ensure they meet performance and safeguarding standards Take responsibility as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are upheld across all programme activities, supporting the wider team to manage any concerns or incidents appropriately, creating a safe and inclusive environment. Embed a pro-active planning culture throughout the organisation with effective planning taking place at all levels, to execute the Charity's strategic goals in the most efficient and effective way, that delivers our priorities and contributes to the core values of the charity Set and manage budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and value for money, and work with Finance to meet financial planning, reporting and management requirements. Support the CEO to develop the risk register for the charity so trustees can easily identify major issues and ensure effective mitigation procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Through effective Line Management of Empower's Head of Youth Work and Partnerships and Data and Insights Manager, ensure they have all the support and resources needed to enable the Charity to be fully compliant with all relevant reporting requirements and ensure necessary processes and procedures are in place across both youth zones. Work closely with the Director of People to develop, implement and regularly review a workforce development plan for all staff and volunteers working with children and young people, ensuring professional youth work values and principles are embedded throughout our practise Integrate equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practice across programme delivery using equity impact assessments and ensuring EDI is a core component of training and onboarding for all partners and stakeholders. To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by someone acting on Chief Executive's behalf, in addition to the role-specific tasks and responsibilities detailed above. What else will I need to do? Be a role model for young people and present a positive "can do" attitude Take personal responsibility for own actions Provide strong leadership to the programmes team, setting clear direction and fostering a high -performance culture Represent Empower Youth Zones positively and effectively in all dealings with internal colleagues, and external partners Champion innovation and continuous improvement in programme delivery Comply with all policies and procedures, with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety and equality and diversity to ensure all activities are accessible Promote a collaborative and inclusive working environment, both within the organisation and with external partners Assist with any promotional activities and visits that take place at the Youth Zone Actively promote the Youth Zone and positively contribute towards increasing Youth Zone membership.
Apr 22, 2026
Full time
Empower Youth Zones is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford. These include HideOut Youth Zone located in Gorton (East Manchester) which opened in 2020, and Salford Youth Zone located in Pendleton, which opened to young people in June 2025. HideOut and Salford Youth Zone provide children and young people aged 8-19 and up to 25 for those with additional needs with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. What is the Role? We are looking for an exceptional Director of Youth Work & Impact to lead our life changing work with young people. As Director of Youth Work & Impact, you will shape and drive the entire youth work offer across both Youth Zones. You'll lead programme development, ensure delivery is high quality and inclusive, and make sure our work has measurable impact on the lives of children and young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) You will establish and oversee a robust Monitoring & Evaluation framework, to measure outcomes, track delivery against KPIs, and provide clear insights that inform strategic decisions by the CEO and Board. Alongside this, you will lead safeguarding as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, manage programme budgets, and provide line management to senior operational staff. Through strong leadership, strategic planning and a commitment to high performance, you will ensure both Youth Zones deliver inspiring, impactful and safe experiences for every young person who walks through our doors, creating opportunities for them to have a voice and influence decisions that affect them You'll also be a visible leader across Greater Manchester - representing Empower Youth Zones at key events and meetings, strengthening partnerships and advocating for our work. This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a growing movement dedicated to giving every young person the chance to realise their full potential and thrive. What will I be doing? Lead strategic and operational planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of youth delivery programmes across HideOut and Salford Youth Zones, embedding the national youth work curriculum into all programme areas. Through effective leadership and line management of the Heads of Youth Work, ensure programme design and delivery aligns with organisational objectives and meets the needs of young people. Establish a Monitoring and Evaluation framework (linking Onside's Excellence Framework) across operational Youth Zone delivery to inform the CEO and Board (measure impact, monitor delivery plan and KPIs against strategy) ensuring a high level of quality assurance, accountability and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong relationships with delivery partners, funders, national and regional youth sector infrastructure organisations and other key stakeholders. Act as the charity's lead representative at local events, conferences and meetings (Local, GM & City Wide Youth Partnerships, VCS boards, Local Authority Partnership and neighbourhood groups etc) to advocate for our work Provide strategic leadership and management of every aspect of the Youth Zone's services to young people, including our work with external partners ensure they meet performance and safeguarding standards Take responsibility as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are upheld across all programme activities, supporting the wider team to manage any concerns or incidents appropriately, creating a safe and inclusive environment. Embed a pro-active planning culture throughout the organisation with effective planning taking place at all levels, to execute the Charity's strategic goals in the most efficient and effective way, that delivers our priorities and contributes to the core values of the charity Set and manage budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and value for money, and work with Finance to meet financial planning, reporting and management requirements. Support the CEO to develop the risk register for the charity so trustees can easily identify major issues and ensure effective mitigation procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Through effective Line Management of Empower's Head of Youth Work and Partnerships and Data and Insights Manager, ensure they have all the support and resources needed to enable the Charity to be fully compliant with all relevant reporting requirements and ensure necessary processes and procedures are in place across both youth zones. Work closely with the Director of People to develop, implement and regularly review a workforce development plan for all staff and volunteers working with children and young people, ensuring professional youth work values and principles are embedded throughout our practise Integrate equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practice across programme delivery using equity impact assessments and ensuring EDI is a core component of training and onboarding for all partners and stakeholders. To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by someone acting on Chief Executive's behalf, in addition to the role-specific tasks and responsibilities detailed above. What else will I need to do? Be a role model for young people and present a positive "can do" attitude Take personal responsibility for own actions Provide strong leadership to the programmes team, setting clear direction and fostering a high -performance culture Represent Empower Youth Zones positively and effectively in all dealings with internal colleagues, and external partners Champion innovation and continuous improvement in programme delivery Comply with all policies and procedures, with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety and equality and diversity to ensure all activities are accessible Promote a collaborative and inclusive working environment, both within the organisation and with external partners Assist with any promotional activities and visits that take place at the Youth Zone Actively promote the Youth Zone and positively contribute towards increasing Youth Zone membership.
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity
Shifnal, Shropshire
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Role : Finance Director Location: Shifnal, Hybrid (1 2 days per week WFH post probation) Salary: £90,000 £95,000 per annum Closing date : 09:00 Monday 27 April 2026 About Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Play a lead role in the financial future of one of the UK's most advanced pre-hospital critical care charities. When someone suffers a traumatic injury or life threatening medical emergency, every second matters. Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC) exists to save lives by saving time - bringing hospital level intervention directly to scenes of critical need across six counties, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more than three decades, our clinicians have delivered treatments usually only found inside an A&E department: pre hospital emergency anaesthesia, advanced drugs, surgical interventions, and rapid blood transfusion. Every mission we fly - more than 80,000 since our formation - is funded entirely by public generosity. We receive no NHS or Government funding. Our ability to save lives depends on the strength, foresight and resilience of our finances. We are now entering a pivotal phase. We are diversifying our income model, expanding clinical training programmes, developing new commercial opportunities, and deepening our partnerships with NHS Trusts. As Finance Director, you will play a central role in shaping this next chapter ensuring that our lifesaving work remains financially sustainable, strategic, and ready for what the future demands. Why this role matters Behind every rapid-response helicopter launch is a complex, high-trust financial system that must be robust, transparent and agile. The external environment remains challenging, with income pressures, rising operational costs and changing clinical demand. Against this backdrop, MAAC is committed to strengthening its resilience, investing in data-driven insight, and expanding its impact. Our ability to continue offering world-class pre-hospital care depends on a financial strategy that protects today s service while enabling long-term innovation. Working collaboratively with the Board, CEO and Senior Leadership Team, the Finance Director plays a lead role in ensuring that our financial decisions are bold but responsible, that our financial resources are deployed authentically in service of patient need, and that colleagues - from frontline clinicians to volunteers - are supported by stable, assured financial stewardship. This is a mission-led role of real consequence. You will hold a unique vantage point across the entire organisation: playing a lead role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust financial stewardship and cost management, safeguarding financial risk, and enabling confident, evidence-based financial decision-making at executive and Board level. Your contribution Provide strategic financial leadership that strengthens resilience, supports growth and ensures MAAC is future-ready. Build trusted relationships across the Board, Executive, Senior Leadership Team and clinical leaders - becoming a critical partner in financial organisational planning. Lead Group-wide financial stewardship across charity and trading operations, securing robust controls and transparent reporting. Ensure financial systems, processes and controls remain best-in-class, enabling clarity, accountability and operational confidence. Steward financial risk and compliance, including oversight of the investment portfolio, reserves strategy and financial statutory obligations. Report to the Audit and Risk Committee and Board of Trustees to provide assurance that financial controls are adequate, appropriate and operating effectively supporting Trustees in carrying out their governance responsibilities. Play a lead role in shaping our long-term financial plan, working collaboratively to manage costs and grow income through innovation and diversification. Model values-led leadership, supporting the development, wellbeing and capability of a high-performing Finance team. What you will help shape A financially confident organisation that is able to meet changing clinical demand with innovation and resilience. A sustainable, diversified income base that protects our independence and reflects our bold ambitions. Strong evidence-led decision-making, driven by high-quality financial insight, strategic modelling and scenario planning. Continuous improvement in financial stewardship, risk, compliance and transparency. An inclusive, collaborative and values-led culture consistent with MAAC s commitment to dignity, respect and equity. The organisation s future as a national Centre of Excellence for clinical training, underpinned by sound financial investment and planning. Few roles offer this combination of purpose, complexity and impact. As Finance Director, you will directly support one of the country s most vital emergency care services - protecting the integrity of today s operations while building the foundations for the services of tomorrow. If you are motivated by mission, inspired by challenge and ready to play a defining part in the future of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, we would be delighted to hear from you. For an informal conversation, please contact: For an informal conversation please click the Redirect to recruiter button, where you can contact our recruitment partners at GatenbySanderson; Liz Dean, Principal Consultant Stephanie Crossland, Researcher
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Role : Finance Director Location: Shifnal, Hybrid (1 2 days per week WFH post probation) Salary: £90,000 £95,000 per annum Closing date : 09:00 Monday 27 April 2026 About Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Play a lead role in the financial future of one of the UK's most advanced pre-hospital critical care charities. When someone suffers a traumatic injury or life threatening medical emergency, every second matters. Midlands Air Ambulance Charity (MAAC) exists to save lives by saving time - bringing hospital level intervention directly to scenes of critical need across six counties, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more than three decades, our clinicians have delivered treatments usually only found inside an A&E department: pre hospital emergency anaesthesia, advanced drugs, surgical interventions, and rapid blood transfusion. Every mission we fly - more than 80,000 since our formation - is funded entirely by public generosity. We receive no NHS or Government funding. Our ability to save lives depends on the strength, foresight and resilience of our finances. We are now entering a pivotal phase. We are diversifying our income model, expanding clinical training programmes, developing new commercial opportunities, and deepening our partnerships with NHS Trusts. As Finance Director, you will play a central role in shaping this next chapter ensuring that our lifesaving work remains financially sustainable, strategic, and ready for what the future demands. Why this role matters Behind every rapid-response helicopter launch is a complex, high-trust financial system that must be robust, transparent and agile. The external environment remains challenging, with income pressures, rising operational costs and changing clinical demand. Against this backdrop, MAAC is committed to strengthening its resilience, investing in data-driven insight, and expanding its impact. Our ability to continue offering world-class pre-hospital care depends on a financial strategy that protects today s service while enabling long-term innovation. Working collaboratively with the Board, CEO and Senior Leadership Team, the Finance Director plays a lead role in ensuring that our financial decisions are bold but responsible, that our financial resources are deployed authentically in service of patient need, and that colleagues - from frontline clinicians to volunteers - are supported by stable, assured financial stewardship. This is a mission-led role of real consequence. You will hold a unique vantage point across the entire organisation: playing a lead role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring robust financial stewardship and cost management, safeguarding financial risk, and enabling confident, evidence-based financial decision-making at executive and Board level. Your contribution Provide strategic financial leadership that strengthens resilience, supports growth and ensures MAAC is future-ready. Build trusted relationships across the Board, Executive, Senior Leadership Team and clinical leaders - becoming a critical partner in financial organisational planning. Lead Group-wide financial stewardship across charity and trading operations, securing robust controls and transparent reporting. Ensure financial systems, processes and controls remain best-in-class, enabling clarity, accountability and operational confidence. Steward financial risk and compliance, including oversight of the investment portfolio, reserves strategy and financial statutory obligations. Report to the Audit and Risk Committee and Board of Trustees to provide assurance that financial controls are adequate, appropriate and operating effectively supporting Trustees in carrying out their governance responsibilities. Play a lead role in shaping our long-term financial plan, working collaboratively to manage costs and grow income through innovation and diversification. Model values-led leadership, supporting the development, wellbeing and capability of a high-performing Finance team. What you will help shape A financially confident organisation that is able to meet changing clinical demand with innovation and resilience. A sustainable, diversified income base that protects our independence and reflects our bold ambitions. Strong evidence-led decision-making, driven by high-quality financial insight, strategic modelling and scenario planning. Continuous improvement in financial stewardship, risk, compliance and transparency. An inclusive, collaborative and values-led culture consistent with MAAC s commitment to dignity, respect and equity. The organisation s future as a national Centre of Excellence for clinical training, underpinned by sound financial investment and planning. Few roles offer this combination of purpose, complexity and impact. As Finance Director, you will directly support one of the country s most vital emergency care services - protecting the integrity of today s operations while building the foundations for the services of tomorrow. If you are motivated by mission, inspired by challenge and ready to play a defining part in the future of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, we would be delighted to hear from you. For an informal conversation, please contact: For an informal conversation please click the Redirect to recruiter button, where you can contact our recruitment partners at GatenbySanderson; Liz Dean, Principal Consultant Stephanie Crossland, Researcher
Position Title: Senior Lead Climate Coalition Level: Level 5 Salary:£39, 000 - 44, 000 (FTE yearly) Reports to: Associate Director of Partnerships Location: Liberation centre Brixton, London (New office in Brixton)/ Remote working within the UK with at least 2 days work from our office (Pro rata for part time) Contract: Fulltime (40hrs/weekly), fixed-term project contract for 1 year with potential for Part time (e.g., 32hrs/weekly) extension subject to funding. Hours: TAA has flexible working hours, with some expected evenings (e.g., one 9pm finish once every two weeks) and weekends due to the nature of the role. All extra hours are reimbursed as Time off in Lieu (TOIL). Start date: As soon as possible (potentially June with consideration for notice period) Benefits: TAA laptop and phone, (employee assistance and health cash package including staff supervision, counselling, dental, optical care and more.). The Advocacy Academy is an activist youth movement. We serve as the political home for grassroots youth organising and the catalyst for collective action. The lives of the young people we work alongside have been directly shaped by living in an unjust world, and we exist to turn their anger into action. Young people are often the catalysts for major social change, from the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee at the heart of the Civil Rights Movement, to the Soweto Uprising mobilising young people to resist the apartheid regime's education policies, to the Sunrise Movement redrawing the electoral map across America, and more recently encampments and protests across the world protesting the genocide in Palestine. How successfully they achieve real and lasting change depends on whether they are organised and whether they have the right strategy and tactics to be effective. We want youth organising to be enshrined in the UK for generations to come, and for young people to have tangible political power to influence national policy. That s why we have launched two national coalitions, one around climate, and the other around gender. Each will train organisations across the country to become youth organisers and work together to bring 100 young people together to identify the strategy and tactics needed to achieve change. These young leaders will organise others and work collectively to build a campaign which shakes the status quo. We want youth organising to be enshrined in the UK for generations to come, and for young people to have tangible political power to influence national policy. That s why we have launched two national coalitions, one around climate, and the other around gender. Each will train organisations across the country to become youth organisers, and work together to bring 100 young people together to identify the strategy and tactics needed to achieve change. These young leaders will organise others and work collectively to build a campaign which shakes the status quo. We are looking for a Senior Lead Climate Coalition who believes in this vision and is capable of building the leadership in youth workers and young people alike that enables them to turn the resources they have into the power they need to make the change they want. It will be your job to help grow this programme, organise our partners, create magic and spark the hope for something more! If this excites you, then please apply. Before you skim the job description, please remember you don t have to tick all the boxes for each role to apply. Charity experience is not a requirement! We all experience a bit of imposter syndrome, including the staff here at The Advocacy Academy. Let s name it for what it is - a manifestation of the oppression many of us face on a day to day. If this role pulls you and you believe you could make a difference, then apply anyway or reach out to us to discuss more! AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 1. You will coordinate our climate Coalition Roots to Rise. You will be accountable for the development and delivery of our Climate Coalition Programme; Roots to Rise, including but not limited to: Coordinating efforts to set the strategic direction and priorities for the Programme, working primarily with the Director of Programmes and Partnerships and Associate Director of Partnerships, and in connection with others that need to feed into the programme. Proactively build relationships with our coalition partners. This involves: Holding regular 1:1s and relational meetings that strengthen our connection, supporting partners to identify and act on their developing political interests, and ensuring they meet coalition milestones. It also includes providing ongoing support around campaigns and community organising, enabling partners to lead and deliver local actions following the Summer Camp. Lead the Youth Steering Group. This involves: Providing strategic oversight and facilitation of the Youth Steering Group, ensuring consistent engagement, strong attendance, and meaningful youth voice throughout the programme. Setting clear agendas, supporting members to contribute confidently, and ensuring insights are captured and translated into programme design and delivery. Working closely with partners to maintain alignment and ensure the group reflects the diversity and needs of the young people Roots to Rise serves. Lead the development of the Summer Camp (15th - 19th August 2026), ensuring availability across these dates: Work closely with the Associate Director of Partnerships to oversee the delivery of the Roots to Rise Summer Camp, ensuring all elements are well-coordinated, high-quality, and aligned with programme outcomes. Take ownership of key logistics, including timelines, partner coordination, and on-the-ground delivery, ensuring a smooth and inclusive experience for all participants. Support and enact mechanisms to capture learning and feedback throughout, ensuring insights are gathered effectively to inform real-time improvements and future iterations of the camp. You will ensure that Roots to Rise runs like a well-oiled machine by pulling in the right people at the right time to ensure key milestones are met: Coordinate and maintain a suite of behind-the-scenes systems, processes and resources to keep things running like clockwork and provide transparency and help build trust Coordinate the holding of safeguarding, risk management standards and ensure Health and Safety standards are met. Maintain the clear monitoring and evaluation frameworks for your work which allow you and your team to learn, test, and re-test as you build, in partnership with young people and other partners Hold the budget for the Roots to Rise Programme, ensuring that all activities are run within financial targets, working closely with the Director of Programmes and Partnerships and Associate Director of Partnerships to maintain oversight, identify efficiencies and potential savings, and proactively flag any risks or opportunities that may impact delivery or budget adherence. 2. You will support our wider partnerships work. Support the Associate Director of Partnerships to deliver our overall partnerships strategy. This will include, but is not limited: Working closely with the Senior Lead for Gender Coalition to identify opportunities for collaboration and reducing duplication Work closely with the Programmes, Organising and Campaigns, and Community teams to develop training on organising and campaigning. Deliver ad hoc workshops and meetings, holding space effectively and designing and delivering creative learning journeys for young people. 3. You will a key member of the Programme Team, including but not limited to: Support efforts to set the strategic direction and priorities for the Programmes Team each financial year. Support the Director of Programmes and Partnerships and Associate Director of Partnerships with the management and mitigation of organisational risks presented by the Coalition by escalating issues in a timely manner and contributing to effective problem solving. Contribute to the delivery of wider organisational programmes beyond Roots to Rise, including providing support to initiatives such as Ignite and other internal programme delivery as required, ensuring alignment with team priorities and organisational goals. 4. Share responsibilities for achieving our strategic objectives by upholding our vision, mission, strategy, ideology, and cultural values within your area and across TAA, supporting on cross-departmental projects as needed: Embody our commitment to social and economic justice, ensuring this is consistently reflected in decision-making, delivery and partnerships Role model and actively steward our culture and value expectations across the organisation including but not limited to: leading by example across departments and during team days and role-modelling leadership Proactively identify and surface opportunities that strengthen organisational impact, working closely with senior leadership, including the Director of Finance, HR and Ops, and contributing to strategic thinking and direction Hold responsibility for identifying and addressing risks to our integrity, . click apply for full job details
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Position Title: Senior Lead Climate Coalition Level: Level 5 Salary:£39, 000 - 44, 000 (FTE yearly) Reports to: Associate Director of Partnerships Location: Liberation centre Brixton, London (New office in Brixton)/ Remote working within the UK with at least 2 days work from our office (Pro rata for part time) Contract: Fulltime (40hrs/weekly), fixed-term project contract for 1 year with potential for Part time (e.g., 32hrs/weekly) extension subject to funding. Hours: TAA has flexible working hours, with some expected evenings (e.g., one 9pm finish once every two weeks) and weekends due to the nature of the role. All extra hours are reimbursed as Time off in Lieu (TOIL). Start date: As soon as possible (potentially June with consideration for notice period) Benefits: TAA laptop and phone, (employee assistance and health cash package including staff supervision, counselling, dental, optical care and more.). The Advocacy Academy is an activist youth movement. We serve as the political home for grassroots youth organising and the catalyst for collective action. The lives of the young people we work alongside have been directly shaped by living in an unjust world, and we exist to turn their anger into action. Young people are often the catalysts for major social change, from the Student Non-violent Coordinating Committee at the heart of the Civil Rights Movement, to the Soweto Uprising mobilising young people to resist the apartheid regime's education policies, to the Sunrise Movement redrawing the electoral map across America, and more recently encampments and protests across the world protesting the genocide in Palestine. How successfully they achieve real and lasting change depends on whether they are organised and whether they have the right strategy and tactics to be effective. We want youth organising to be enshrined in the UK for generations to come, and for young people to have tangible political power to influence national policy. That s why we have launched two national coalitions, one around climate, and the other around gender. Each will train organisations across the country to become youth organisers and work together to bring 100 young people together to identify the strategy and tactics needed to achieve change. These young leaders will organise others and work collectively to build a campaign which shakes the status quo. We want youth organising to be enshrined in the UK for generations to come, and for young people to have tangible political power to influence national policy. That s why we have launched two national coalitions, one around climate, and the other around gender. Each will train organisations across the country to become youth organisers, and work together to bring 100 young people together to identify the strategy and tactics needed to achieve change. These young leaders will organise others and work collectively to build a campaign which shakes the status quo. We are looking for a Senior Lead Climate Coalition who believes in this vision and is capable of building the leadership in youth workers and young people alike that enables them to turn the resources they have into the power they need to make the change they want. It will be your job to help grow this programme, organise our partners, create magic and spark the hope for something more! If this excites you, then please apply. Before you skim the job description, please remember you don t have to tick all the boxes for each role to apply. Charity experience is not a requirement! We all experience a bit of imposter syndrome, including the staff here at The Advocacy Academy. Let s name it for what it is - a manifestation of the oppression many of us face on a day to day. If this role pulls you and you believe you could make a difference, then apply anyway or reach out to us to discuss more! AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY 1. You will coordinate our climate Coalition Roots to Rise. You will be accountable for the development and delivery of our Climate Coalition Programme; Roots to Rise, including but not limited to: Coordinating efforts to set the strategic direction and priorities for the Programme, working primarily with the Director of Programmes and Partnerships and Associate Director of Partnerships, and in connection with others that need to feed into the programme. Proactively build relationships with our coalition partners. This involves: Holding regular 1:1s and relational meetings that strengthen our connection, supporting partners to identify and act on their developing political interests, and ensuring they meet coalition milestones. It also includes providing ongoing support around campaigns and community organising, enabling partners to lead and deliver local actions following the Summer Camp. Lead the Youth Steering Group. This involves: Providing strategic oversight and facilitation of the Youth Steering Group, ensuring consistent engagement, strong attendance, and meaningful youth voice throughout the programme. Setting clear agendas, supporting members to contribute confidently, and ensuring insights are captured and translated into programme design and delivery. Working closely with partners to maintain alignment and ensure the group reflects the diversity and needs of the young people Roots to Rise serves. Lead the development of the Summer Camp (15th - 19th August 2026), ensuring availability across these dates: Work closely with the Associate Director of Partnerships to oversee the delivery of the Roots to Rise Summer Camp, ensuring all elements are well-coordinated, high-quality, and aligned with programme outcomes. Take ownership of key logistics, including timelines, partner coordination, and on-the-ground delivery, ensuring a smooth and inclusive experience for all participants. Support and enact mechanisms to capture learning and feedback throughout, ensuring insights are gathered effectively to inform real-time improvements and future iterations of the camp. You will ensure that Roots to Rise runs like a well-oiled machine by pulling in the right people at the right time to ensure key milestones are met: Coordinate and maintain a suite of behind-the-scenes systems, processes and resources to keep things running like clockwork and provide transparency and help build trust Coordinate the holding of safeguarding, risk management standards and ensure Health and Safety standards are met. Maintain the clear monitoring and evaluation frameworks for your work which allow you and your team to learn, test, and re-test as you build, in partnership with young people and other partners Hold the budget for the Roots to Rise Programme, ensuring that all activities are run within financial targets, working closely with the Director of Programmes and Partnerships and Associate Director of Partnerships to maintain oversight, identify efficiencies and potential savings, and proactively flag any risks or opportunities that may impact delivery or budget adherence. 2. You will support our wider partnerships work. Support the Associate Director of Partnerships to deliver our overall partnerships strategy. This will include, but is not limited: Working closely with the Senior Lead for Gender Coalition to identify opportunities for collaboration and reducing duplication Work closely with the Programmes, Organising and Campaigns, and Community teams to develop training on organising and campaigning. Deliver ad hoc workshops and meetings, holding space effectively and designing and delivering creative learning journeys for young people. 3. You will a key member of the Programme Team, including but not limited to: Support efforts to set the strategic direction and priorities for the Programmes Team each financial year. Support the Director of Programmes and Partnerships and Associate Director of Partnerships with the management and mitigation of organisational risks presented by the Coalition by escalating issues in a timely manner and contributing to effective problem solving. Contribute to the delivery of wider organisational programmes beyond Roots to Rise, including providing support to initiatives such as Ignite and other internal programme delivery as required, ensuring alignment with team priorities and organisational goals. 4. Share responsibilities for achieving our strategic objectives by upholding our vision, mission, strategy, ideology, and cultural values within your area and across TAA, supporting on cross-departmental projects as needed: Embody our commitment to social and economic justice, ensuring this is consistently reflected in decision-making, delivery and partnerships Role model and actively steward our culture and value expectations across the organisation including but not limited to: leading by example across departments and during team days and role-modelling leadership Proactively identify and surface opportunities that strengthen organisational impact, working closely with senior leadership, including the Director of Finance, HR and Ops, and contributing to strategic thinking and direction Hold responsibility for identifying and addressing risks to our integrity, . click apply for full job details
The Director of Performance and Assurance provides leadership to ensure the VCSA has a robust internal infrastructure in alignment with our mission and values. To include compliance, risk management, assurance, health and safety, performance and impact measurement. This post also provides leadership to ensure VCSE delivery partners to have required compliance, risk management, assurance, health and safety, performance and impact measurement processes in place. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Performance and Assurance works as part of that team to contribute to strategic planning and ensure that the VCSA is a great place to work where performance, reporting and compliance is strong. Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Lead the development and implementation of a Risk and Performance Strategy that supports the charity s strategic ambitions and annual operational plan Provide expert advice to the Board, Finance and Resource Committee and Leadership Team on risk exposure, compliance, and organisational assurance Embed a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement Contribute to strategic planning and policy development, ensuring alignment with risk appetite and performance priorities To lead performance and assurance support for our network of network VCSE partners where required Line manage the Impact and Insight Manager AND MORE - Please read the Job Description. The VCS Alliance The VCS Alliance is a charity dedicated to transforming health and social care across Bradford District and Craven. To do this, we act as a bridge between the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector and the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, channelling investment into the sector, to deliver transformational programmes. These programmes keep people out of front-line and emergency health services and address health inequalities. We also provide and support Bradford District and Craven s VCSE sector voice to contribute to system conversations, leading to better outcomes for our diverse communities. To do our work, we support the convening of spaces and organisations for collaborative conversations leading to better outcomes and learning. As a senior leader, you will be expected to model and promote The VCS Alliance s values in all areas of your work whilst leading a team in supporting the VCS achieve its vision: VCSA Values • We demonstrate honesty, openness, and respect for everyone • We challenge ourselves and be open to challenge from others • We are trusted and build trust across the organisation • We create safe spaces where creativity can flourish • We work in true partnership with communities • We are forward-looking • We work sustainably • We do the right thing
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
The Director of Performance and Assurance provides leadership to ensure the VCSA has a robust internal infrastructure in alignment with our mission and values. To include compliance, risk management, assurance, health and safety, performance and impact measurement. This post also provides leadership to ensure VCSE delivery partners to have required compliance, risk management, assurance, health and safety, performance and impact measurement processes in place. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Performance and Assurance works as part of that team to contribute to strategic planning and ensure that the VCSA is a great place to work where performance, reporting and compliance is strong. Duties and Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Lead the development and implementation of a Risk and Performance Strategy that supports the charity s strategic ambitions and annual operational plan Provide expert advice to the Board, Finance and Resource Committee and Leadership Team on risk exposure, compliance, and organisational assurance Embed a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement Contribute to strategic planning and policy development, ensuring alignment with risk appetite and performance priorities To lead performance and assurance support for our network of network VCSE partners where required Line manage the Impact and Insight Manager AND MORE - Please read the Job Description. The VCS Alliance The VCS Alliance is a charity dedicated to transforming health and social care across Bradford District and Craven. To do this, we act as a bridge between the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector and the Bradford District and Craven Health and Care Partnership, channelling investment into the sector, to deliver transformational programmes. These programmes keep people out of front-line and emergency health services and address health inequalities. We also provide and support Bradford District and Craven s VCSE sector voice to contribute to system conversations, leading to better outcomes for our diverse communities. To do our work, we support the convening of spaces and organisations for collaborative conversations leading to better outcomes and learning. As a senior leader, you will be expected to model and promote The VCS Alliance s values in all areas of your work whilst leading a team in supporting the VCS achieve its vision: VCSA Values • We demonstrate honesty, openness, and respect for everyone • We challenge ourselves and be open to challenge from others • We are trusted and build trust across the organisation • We create safe spaces where creativity can flourish • We work in true partnership with communities • We are forward-looking • We work sustainably • We do the right thing
The Context This is an exciting opportunity to join a music education charity focused on grant making and advocacy work. As the organisation expand their operations, they are looking for a highly organised and digitally-savvy Operations Officer to be the backbone of their small but impactful team. Since launching in January 2025, the charity has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. If you: Are interested in joining a 'start-up' style charity with national reach and massive growth plans; Enjoy a varied role where one hour you might be recording minutes for a high-level Board meeting, and the next you could be building internal systems to help the organisation run smoothly; Have a "can-do" attitude and an appetite to work hard; Then this is the role for you. The Role Governance & Executive Support Board Secretariat: Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing papers, and taking accurate, professional minutes. Scheduling: Manage complex calendars for the CEO and leadership and coordinate external stakeholder meetings. Compliance: Ensure all digital and physical filing systems are maintained in line with UK GDPR and charity commission requirements. Governance Accuracy: Minutes distributed to the Board within e.g., 5 working days with zero significant errors. Comms Approvals Trail: Ensure sign-off is obtained and recorded for external-facing content (e.g., posts, web updates, case studies) and that final versions are stored. Office & Data Organisation Systems Management: Maintain the charity's central filing system, ensuring documents are easily accessible yet secure. System Efficiency: Successful migration or re-organisation of digital folders to ensure staff can find any document within 30 seconds. Data Entry: Keep our donor or contact database up to date, ensuring information is accurate for fundraising and outreach teams. General Admin: Manage the charity's general email inbox, handle post, and order office supplies. Finance Record keeping: ensure charity tracking to budget and keeping recorded receipts with approvals, ready for external audit. Reporting: Preparing progress reports on spend and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and trends. Digital & Communications Support Digital/Socials Cover: Provide operational cover for the digital/socials team as needed, including scheduling posts, coordinating assets, basic updates, and ensuring content is approved before publishing. Asset & Permissions Coordination: Maintain and organise approved assets (photos/video), permission forms, and usage notes, particularly where young people are involved. The Candidate Experience: Proven experience in an administrative or office management role (Charity sector experience is a plus). Digital Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Teams) and a natural flair for social media trends and platforms. Communication: Exceptional written English for drafting minutes, blogs, and social captions. Organisation: A methodical approach to filing and a "hawk-eye" for detail. Values: A genuine passion for young people's musical provision in underserved communities. Terms of Appointment Reporting to: CEO Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00 Occasional evening and weekend hours. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners T : (0) E : Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
The Context This is an exciting opportunity to join a music education charity focused on grant making and advocacy work. As the organisation expand their operations, they are looking for a highly organised and digitally-savvy Operations Officer to be the backbone of their small but impactful team. Since launching in January 2025, the charity has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. If you: Are interested in joining a 'start-up' style charity with national reach and massive growth plans; Enjoy a varied role where one hour you might be recording minutes for a high-level Board meeting, and the next you could be building internal systems to help the organisation run smoothly; Have a "can-do" attitude and an appetite to work hard; Then this is the role for you. The Role Governance & Executive Support Board Secretariat: Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing papers, and taking accurate, professional minutes. Scheduling: Manage complex calendars for the CEO and leadership and coordinate external stakeholder meetings. Compliance: Ensure all digital and physical filing systems are maintained in line with UK GDPR and charity commission requirements. Governance Accuracy: Minutes distributed to the Board within e.g., 5 working days with zero significant errors. Comms Approvals Trail: Ensure sign-off is obtained and recorded for external-facing content (e.g., posts, web updates, case studies) and that final versions are stored. Office & Data Organisation Systems Management: Maintain the charity's central filing system, ensuring documents are easily accessible yet secure. System Efficiency: Successful migration or re-organisation of digital folders to ensure staff can find any document within 30 seconds. Data Entry: Keep our donor or contact database up to date, ensuring information is accurate for fundraising and outreach teams. General Admin: Manage the charity's general email inbox, handle post, and order office supplies. Finance Record keeping: ensure charity tracking to budget and keeping recorded receipts with approvals, ready for external audit. Reporting: Preparing progress reports on spend and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and trends. Digital & Communications Support Digital/Socials Cover: Provide operational cover for the digital/socials team as needed, including scheduling posts, coordinating assets, basic updates, and ensuring content is approved before publishing. Asset & Permissions Coordination: Maintain and organise approved assets (photos/video), permission forms, and usage notes, particularly where young people are involved. The Candidate Experience: Proven experience in an administrative or office management role (Charity sector experience is a plus). Digital Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Teams) and a natural flair for social media trends and platforms. Communication: Exceptional written English for drafting minutes, blogs, and social captions. Organisation: A methodical approach to filing and a "hawk-eye" for detail. Values: A genuine passion for young people's musical provision in underserved communities. Terms of Appointment Reporting to: CEO Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00 Occasional evening and weekend hours. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners T : (0) E : Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026
About Action Tutoring At Action Tutoring, we believe every child should be given the opportunity to succeed in school. But in the UK today, young people from disadvantaged backgrounds are less likely to achieve the grades they need to progress in life. This isn't because they are any less able; they have less access to the tools to help them reach their potential. We don't think this is fair. We know tutoring is an effective way of improving academic attainment and so we harness the power of volunteer tutors to bridge the gap and ensure this help can be accessed by every pupil who needs it, not just those who can afford it. We specifically help pupils facing socio-economic disadvantage and who are at risk of leaving primary or secondary school without reaching national standards in their exams. We work in partnership with schools in different cities and regions across the UK, delivering weekly tutoring in English or maths to those pupils who need it most. About the opportunity The Director of Finance and Operations works closely with the CEO to build the organisation, operations and systems to enable us to scale and respond to emerging opportunities. A critical strategic role, they are a hands-on financial leader that brings strategic insight and challenge. Passionate about our mission, they lead a small team and use their experience and expertise to make our strategy a practical reality. Closing date: Sunday, 17th May 2026 Interviews : Thursday, 28th and Friday, 29th May 2026, in our London office. There will be a second round of interviews. Start date: Ideal start date is asap. However, we re happy to wait for the ideal candidate. Contract and hours: Permanent. Full time. We offer flexible hours with 9.30-4 as core hours. A full working week is 37.5 hours. Place of work: Hybrid/flexible. This role requires 6 days a month in our London Office, Fivefields, Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0DH. Duties and responsibilities Finance Lead financial strategy and long-term planning to support the development of the organisation, as well as holding overall responsibility for finance processes and controls. Operations Drive continuous improvement of operations to increase productivity, quality of delivery and value for money. With the operations team, provide oversight of all operational matters to ensure compliance and the smooth running of the organisation. HR and team development Action Tutoring has a Head of People & Culture who oversees day-to-day HR operations. However, with a permanent staff team of around 60, this role holds strategic responsibility for talent development and HR processes. This includes training and development strategy, effective diversity and inclusion policies and regular reviews of performance and reward systems. Senior Leadership As one of the four members of the Senior Leadership Team of Action Tutoring, you will contribute to leadership decision-making, representing your own areas of expertise but also advocating for the best strategic options for the charity as a whole. Legal compliance, risk management and governance This role ensures legal compliance of the organisation. Line management Overseeing a small team, this role has direct line management responsibility for the Head of People & Culture, the Operations Manager, and the Senior Finance Officer. You will also, with support from your team, manage relationships with external support agencies, including the outsourced management accountant, IT support company, and HR and employment law consultancy. This role also plays a key part in a number of internal working groups, including leading the Digital Systems working group and serving as a member of both the Sustainability and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion working groups. A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found in the job description attached to the BreatheHR advert. Person specification Qualifications criteria: The right to work in the UK. We are looking for some of the following attributes, though you might be more experienced in some areas than others: Deep finance and operations experience as well as a track record of strategy development. You will have significant experience overseeing finances and managing budgets and be able to demonstrate a high level of understanding of financial management and forecasting within a fundraising setting. Familiarity with charity accounting and SORP will be essential. Someone with the ability to see the big picture and lead long-term strategy while being able to zoom into the detail and set high-expectations for the team and wider organisation. An excellent eye for detail and an experienced project manager who relishes delivering long-term projects through to completion, you will be a self-starter with a strong ability to take initiative to drive change. An ability to identify areas for organisational development and growth. You are someone who leads change and development. Alert to reputational risk, proactively preventing errors. An established track record in delivering results in a growing environment at the management level. Experience with a range of business functions and systems, including budgeting, finance, legal, IT and human resources or a willingness to build expertise in these areas. Understanding of developing policies and procedures; experience in good governance practices, including: Familiarity with routine HR legislation and processes. A good understanding of GDPR compliance and processes. Familiarity with reporting at Trustee level (or equivalent). Excellent team leadership skills. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. A commitment to the mission and values of Action Tutoring. A commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. Always aiming to help more pupils and have a bigger impact, we continually seek ways to improve tasks, processes and culture. You will likely be more successful in this role if you have: Additional formal qualifications relevant to the role (e.g. qualified accountant, MBA, CIPD Level 7). Experience or knowledge of safeguarding procedures. Digital transformation project management. Experience in the charity sector or the education sector, particularly in charity legislation and accounting. Experience in monitoring and evaluation processes and/or school data. Experience in improving systems and processes.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
About Action Tutoring At Action Tutoring, we believe every child should be given the opportunity to succeed in school. But in the UK today, young people from disadvantaged backgrounds are less likely to achieve the grades they need to progress in life. This isn't because they are any less able; they have less access to the tools to help them reach their potential. We don't think this is fair. We know tutoring is an effective way of improving academic attainment and so we harness the power of volunteer tutors to bridge the gap and ensure this help can be accessed by every pupil who needs it, not just those who can afford it. We specifically help pupils facing socio-economic disadvantage and who are at risk of leaving primary or secondary school without reaching national standards in their exams. We work in partnership with schools in different cities and regions across the UK, delivering weekly tutoring in English or maths to those pupils who need it most. About the opportunity The Director of Finance and Operations works closely with the CEO to build the organisation, operations and systems to enable us to scale and respond to emerging opportunities. A critical strategic role, they are a hands-on financial leader that brings strategic insight and challenge. Passionate about our mission, they lead a small team and use their experience and expertise to make our strategy a practical reality. Closing date: Sunday, 17th May 2026 Interviews : Thursday, 28th and Friday, 29th May 2026, in our London office. There will be a second round of interviews. Start date: Ideal start date is asap. However, we re happy to wait for the ideal candidate. Contract and hours: Permanent. Full time. We offer flexible hours with 9.30-4 as core hours. A full working week is 37.5 hours. Place of work: Hybrid/flexible. This role requires 6 days a month in our London Office, Fivefields, Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0DH. Duties and responsibilities Finance Lead financial strategy and long-term planning to support the development of the organisation, as well as holding overall responsibility for finance processes and controls. Operations Drive continuous improvement of operations to increase productivity, quality of delivery and value for money. With the operations team, provide oversight of all operational matters to ensure compliance and the smooth running of the organisation. HR and team development Action Tutoring has a Head of People & Culture who oversees day-to-day HR operations. However, with a permanent staff team of around 60, this role holds strategic responsibility for talent development and HR processes. This includes training and development strategy, effective diversity and inclusion policies and regular reviews of performance and reward systems. Senior Leadership As one of the four members of the Senior Leadership Team of Action Tutoring, you will contribute to leadership decision-making, representing your own areas of expertise but also advocating for the best strategic options for the charity as a whole. Legal compliance, risk management and governance This role ensures legal compliance of the organisation. Line management Overseeing a small team, this role has direct line management responsibility for the Head of People & Culture, the Operations Manager, and the Senior Finance Officer. You will also, with support from your team, manage relationships with external support agencies, including the outsourced management accountant, IT support company, and HR and employment law consultancy. This role also plays a key part in a number of internal working groups, including leading the Digital Systems working group and serving as a member of both the Sustainability and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion working groups. A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found in the job description attached to the BreatheHR advert. Person specification Qualifications criteria: The right to work in the UK. We are looking for some of the following attributes, though you might be more experienced in some areas than others: Deep finance and operations experience as well as a track record of strategy development. You will have significant experience overseeing finances and managing budgets and be able to demonstrate a high level of understanding of financial management and forecasting within a fundraising setting. Familiarity with charity accounting and SORP will be essential. Someone with the ability to see the big picture and lead long-term strategy while being able to zoom into the detail and set high-expectations for the team and wider organisation. An excellent eye for detail and an experienced project manager who relishes delivering long-term projects through to completion, you will be a self-starter with a strong ability to take initiative to drive change. An ability to identify areas for organisational development and growth. You are someone who leads change and development. Alert to reputational risk, proactively preventing errors. An established track record in delivering results in a growing environment at the management level. Experience with a range of business functions and systems, including budgeting, finance, legal, IT and human resources or a willingness to build expertise in these areas. Understanding of developing policies and procedures; experience in good governance practices, including: Familiarity with routine HR legislation and processes. A good understanding of GDPR compliance and processes. Familiarity with reporting at Trustee level (or equivalent). Excellent team leadership skills. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. A commitment to the mission and values of Action Tutoring. A commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children. Always aiming to help more pupils and have a bigger impact, we continually seek ways to improve tasks, processes and culture. You will likely be more successful in this role if you have: Additional formal qualifications relevant to the role (e.g. qualified accountant, MBA, CIPD Level 7). Experience or knowledge of safeguarding procedures. Digital transformation project management. Experience in the charity sector or the education sector, particularly in charity legislation and accounting. Experience in monitoring and evaluation processes and/or school data. Experience in improving systems and processes.
The Finance Director is responsible for all aspects of the group's finances (National Federation of Music Societies, trading as Making Music and its trading subsidiary), to ensure accurate and complete recording of all financial transactions, adherence to internal controls and procedures, and timely and effective analysis and reporting to the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team and other budget holders, the Finance & Compliance Committee and the Board of Trustees. The Finance Director post is an integral part of the charity's senior management team, working closely with the Chief Executive, the Deputy CEO Advocacy and Lobbying and the Marketing Director, setting the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring it has the financial systems and resources to implement its strategy. The role line-manages and oversees the work of the Finance Manager who runs the day-to-day financial accounting processes, with the help of two Finance Administrators. The role also leads on supporting members with finances, e.g. leading Treasurers' events, relevant website resources and responding to finance-related consultations. The 2.5 days (18.75 hours) per week can be worked flexibly, and at least some of them from home, by agreement with your line manager. We would expect you to spend at least 1 days each week in our London office in Moorgate. This is a friendly team, and our bright and lively office is located in one of the buzziest areas of London, with excellent transport links and nice places to spend your lunchtimes or meet friends after work.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
The Finance Director is responsible for all aspects of the group's finances (National Federation of Music Societies, trading as Making Music and its trading subsidiary), to ensure accurate and complete recording of all financial transactions, adherence to internal controls and procedures, and timely and effective analysis and reporting to the Chief Executive, Senior Management Team and other budget holders, the Finance & Compliance Committee and the Board of Trustees. The Finance Director post is an integral part of the charity's senior management team, working closely with the Chief Executive, the Deputy CEO Advocacy and Lobbying and the Marketing Director, setting the strategic direction of the organisation and ensuring it has the financial systems and resources to implement its strategy. The role line-manages and oversees the work of the Finance Manager who runs the day-to-day financial accounting processes, with the help of two Finance Administrators. The role also leads on supporting members with finances, e.g. leading Treasurers' events, relevant website resources and responding to finance-related consultations. The 2.5 days (18.75 hours) per week can be worked flexibly, and at least some of them from home, by agreement with your line manager. We would expect you to spend at least 1 days each week in our London office in Moorgate. This is a friendly team, and our bright and lively office is located in one of the buzziest areas of London, with excellent transport links and nice places to spend your lunchtimes or meet friends after work.
What if you could be the person who transforms how hundreds of colleagues across the UK's leading dementia charity use financial systems every day? As a Finance Systems Officer at Alzheimer's Society, you'll play a vital role in embedding and improving our finance systems, ensuring colleagues have the tools, knowledge and confidence to deliver financial excellence as we work to end the devastation caused by dementia. As Finance Systems Officer, you'll be the person colleagues turn to for our Unit4 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system support. Resolving queries, building expertise, and championing system adoption across our Finance & Assurance directorate. This is an exciting career development opportunity where you'll have endless capacity to grow deep technical expertise in ERP and business systems while simultaneously developing your business partnering skills across both systems technology and finance operations. Every day brings new challenges to solve, new knowledge to gain, and new relationships to build as you become the go-to expert who bridges the gap between technology and people. As a valued member of our Finance & Assurance directorate, you'll be part of a team that's transforming how we deliver financial partnership across the organisation. We're on an ambitious journey to become the Society's single point of financial truth, trusted partners and credible experts who enable the organisation to make faster, better-informed decisions. This is where your systems expertise meets meaningful impact, directly enabling us to focus on what matters most: transforming lives affected by dementia. Day-to-day, you'll answer questions, solve problems, and steadily deepen your expertise whilst being the trusted specialist colleagues rely on. You'll create guides and resources that make the complex simple. You'll run sessions that build skills and confidence, and work alongside the systems accountant to make our finance systems better, more integrated, and more effective. You'll collaborate with Unit4 specialists, our in-house IT colleagues, and Finance team members across the Society, managing your own priorities autonomously while being proactive in driving things forward. About you You have a proven foundation in ERP environments and you're eager to develop your career. You're someone who thrives on solving problems, explaining complex matters clearly, and helping people feel confident using technology. You understand that great systems support isn't just about fixing issues. It's about empowering colleagues, improving processes, and driving consistent adoption of best practice. You'll have: - Experience working with an ERP system, with genuine curiosity to develop specialist knowledge (Unit4 experience is a bonus, but your appetite to learn matters most). - Effective analytical and troubleshooting skills, paired with experience using reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel, or ERP-native reporting modules to surface insight from finance data. - A track record of building relationships and delivering excellent service or partnership, with a focus on improving how people experience and understand systems. - Demonstrated grounding in accounting or finance processes, ideally gained in a large organisation. - Proven ability to create clear guides, resources or training content that makes technical topics accessible. - Confidence working independently while also thriving in collaborative environments, taking initiative and seeing things through. What you'll focus on - Being the primary contact for Unit4 and system queries, efficiently resolving issues and knowing when to escalate more complex challenges. - Growing into a trusted Unit4 specialist by continuously expanding your knowledge and actively helping colleagues across the Society. - Producing clear, helpful guides, FAQs and training resources that give colleagues the confidence to use our systems effectively. - Supporting reporting improvements by helping to build, refine and maintain reports and dashboards that give colleagues the insight they need, using tools such as Excel, Power BI and our ERPs reporting modules. - Running engagement and training sessions that boost understanding, capability and compliance with our finance systems. - Championing good practice and confidently challenging off-system workarounds so colleagues get the full benefit of the functionality available to them. - Supporting the integrity of our finance data and system structure, including the chart of accounts, role permissions and change logs, under the direction of the systems accountant. - Working with the Systems Accountant on upgrades, testing and integration projects to ensure everything runs smoothly. - Partnering with Finance colleagues and IT teams to monitor how systems perform, address issues quickly, and strengthen our single source of financial truth. Can you see yourself as the systems expert who transforms how colleagues engage with finance technology? Are you ready to take ownership, learn continuously, and become the trusted partner who helps the Society gain maximum benefit from our systems? Can you bring both technical capability and genuine partnership to ensure our finance systems enable our mission to end the devastation of dementia? Important dates - The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Monday 4th May. - A one-hour task will be carried out virtually W/C 11th May. - Interviews will begin W/C 18th May and will consist of one stage taking place virtually.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
What if you could be the person who transforms how hundreds of colleagues across the UK's leading dementia charity use financial systems every day? As a Finance Systems Officer at Alzheimer's Society, you'll play a vital role in embedding and improving our finance systems, ensuring colleagues have the tools, knowledge and confidence to deliver financial excellence as we work to end the devastation caused by dementia. As Finance Systems Officer, you'll be the person colleagues turn to for our Unit4 Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system support. Resolving queries, building expertise, and championing system adoption across our Finance & Assurance directorate. This is an exciting career development opportunity where you'll have endless capacity to grow deep technical expertise in ERP and business systems while simultaneously developing your business partnering skills across both systems technology and finance operations. Every day brings new challenges to solve, new knowledge to gain, and new relationships to build as you become the go-to expert who bridges the gap between technology and people. As a valued member of our Finance & Assurance directorate, you'll be part of a team that's transforming how we deliver financial partnership across the organisation. We're on an ambitious journey to become the Society's single point of financial truth, trusted partners and credible experts who enable the organisation to make faster, better-informed decisions. This is where your systems expertise meets meaningful impact, directly enabling us to focus on what matters most: transforming lives affected by dementia. Day-to-day, you'll answer questions, solve problems, and steadily deepen your expertise whilst being the trusted specialist colleagues rely on. You'll create guides and resources that make the complex simple. You'll run sessions that build skills and confidence, and work alongside the systems accountant to make our finance systems better, more integrated, and more effective. You'll collaborate with Unit4 specialists, our in-house IT colleagues, and Finance team members across the Society, managing your own priorities autonomously while being proactive in driving things forward. About you You have a proven foundation in ERP environments and you're eager to develop your career. You're someone who thrives on solving problems, explaining complex matters clearly, and helping people feel confident using technology. You understand that great systems support isn't just about fixing issues. It's about empowering colleagues, improving processes, and driving consistent adoption of best practice. You'll have: - Experience working with an ERP system, with genuine curiosity to develop specialist knowledge (Unit4 experience is a bonus, but your appetite to learn matters most). - Effective analytical and troubleshooting skills, paired with experience using reporting tools such as Power BI, Excel, or ERP-native reporting modules to surface insight from finance data. - A track record of building relationships and delivering excellent service or partnership, with a focus on improving how people experience and understand systems. - Demonstrated grounding in accounting or finance processes, ideally gained in a large organisation. - Proven ability to create clear guides, resources or training content that makes technical topics accessible. - Confidence working independently while also thriving in collaborative environments, taking initiative and seeing things through. What you'll focus on - Being the primary contact for Unit4 and system queries, efficiently resolving issues and knowing when to escalate more complex challenges. - Growing into a trusted Unit4 specialist by continuously expanding your knowledge and actively helping colleagues across the Society. - Producing clear, helpful guides, FAQs and training resources that give colleagues the confidence to use our systems effectively. - Supporting reporting improvements by helping to build, refine and maintain reports and dashboards that give colleagues the insight they need, using tools such as Excel, Power BI and our ERPs reporting modules. - Running engagement and training sessions that boost understanding, capability and compliance with our finance systems. - Championing good practice and confidently challenging off-system workarounds so colleagues get the full benefit of the functionality available to them. - Supporting the integrity of our finance data and system structure, including the chart of accounts, role permissions and change logs, under the direction of the systems accountant. - Working with the Systems Accountant on upgrades, testing and integration projects to ensure everything runs smoothly. - Partnering with Finance colleagues and IT teams to monitor how systems perform, address issues quickly, and strengthen our single source of financial truth. Can you see yourself as the systems expert who transforms how colleagues engage with finance technology? Are you ready to take ownership, learn continuously, and become the trusted partner who helps the Society gain maximum benefit from our systems? Can you bring both technical capability and genuine partnership to ensure our finance systems enable our mission to end the devastation of dementia? Important dates - The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Monday 4th May. - A one-hour task will be carried out virtually W/C 11th May. - Interviews will begin W/C 18th May and will consist of one stage taking place virtually.
The Context This is an exciting opportunity to join a music education charity focused on grant making and advocacy work. As the organisation expand their operations, they are looking for a highly organised and digitally-savvy Operations Officer to be the backbone of their small but impactful team. Since launching in January 2025, the charity has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work. In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. If you: Are interested in joining a 'start-up' style charity with national reach and massive growth plans; Enjoy a varied role where one hour you might be recording minutes for a high-level Board meeting, and the next you could be building internal systems to help the organisation run smoothly; Have a "can-do" attitude and an appetite to work hard; Then this is the role for you. The Role Governance & Executive Support Board Secretariat: Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing papers, and taking accurate, professional minutes. Scheduling: Manage complex calendars for the CEO and leadership and coordinate external stakeholder meetings. Compliance: Ensure all digital and physical filing systems are maintained in line with UK GDPR and charity commission requirements. Governance Accuracy: Minutes distributed to the Board within e.g., 5 working days with zero significant errors. Comms Approvals Trail: Ensure sign-off is obtained and recorded for external-facing content (e.g., posts, web updates, case studies) and that final versions are stored. Office & Data Organisation Systems Management: Maintain the charity's central filing system, ensuring documents are easily accessible yet secure. Responsible for the management and documentation of all approval and audit trails. System Efficiency: Successful migration or re-organisation of digital folders to ensure staff can find any document within 30 seconds. Data Entry: Keep our donor or contact database up to date, ensuring information is accurate for fundraising and outreach teams. General Admin: Manage the charity's general email inbox, handle post, and order office supplies. Finance Record keeping: Ensure charity tracking to budget and keeping recorded receipts with approvals, ready for external audit. Reporting: Preparing progress reports on spend and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and trends. Produce reports as needed for the Chief Executive, Grant and Impact Manager, and Board. Digital & Communications Support Digital and Socials Cover: Provide operational cover for the digital/socials team as needed, including scheduling posts, coordinating assets, basic updates, and ensuring content is approved before publishing. Asset & Permissions Coordination: Maintain and organise approved assets (photos/video), permission forms, and usage notes, particularly where young people are involved. The Candidate Experience: Proven experience in an administrative or office management role (Charity sector experience is a plus). Digital Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Teams) and a natural flair for social media trends and platforms. Communication: Exceptional written English for drafting minutes, blogs, and social captions. Organisation: A methodical approach to filing and a "hawk-eye" for detail. Values: A genuine passion for young people's musical provision in underserved communities. Terms of Appointment Reporting to: CEO Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00 Occasional evening and weekend hours. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners T : (0) E : Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
The Context This is an exciting opportunity to join a music education charity focused on grant making and advocacy work. As the organisation expand their operations, they are looking for a highly organised and digitally-savvy Operations Officer to be the backbone of their small but impactful team. Since launching in January 2025, the charity has rapidly become an essential connector between schools, grassroots organisations, and industry and policy professionals, aiming to strengthen music provision through direct investment and advocacy work. In 16 months, the Foundation has begun supporting grassroots organisations and state school music departments up and down the country, reaching over 15,000 children and young people - and they have no intention of slowing down. If you: Are interested in joining a 'start-up' style charity with national reach and massive growth plans; Enjoy a varied role where one hour you might be recording minutes for a high-level Board meeting, and the next you could be building internal systems to help the organisation run smoothly; Have a "can-do" attitude and an appetite to work hard; Then this is the role for you. The Role Governance & Executive Support Board Secretariat: Coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing papers, and taking accurate, professional minutes. Scheduling: Manage complex calendars for the CEO and leadership and coordinate external stakeholder meetings. Compliance: Ensure all digital and physical filing systems are maintained in line with UK GDPR and charity commission requirements. Governance Accuracy: Minutes distributed to the Board within e.g., 5 working days with zero significant errors. Comms Approvals Trail: Ensure sign-off is obtained and recorded for external-facing content (e.g., posts, web updates, case studies) and that final versions are stored. Office & Data Organisation Systems Management: Maintain the charity's central filing system, ensuring documents are easily accessible yet secure. Responsible for the management and documentation of all approval and audit trails. System Efficiency: Successful migration or re-organisation of digital folders to ensure staff can find any document within 30 seconds. Data Entry: Keep our donor or contact database up to date, ensuring information is accurate for fundraising and outreach teams. General Admin: Manage the charity's general email inbox, handle post, and order office supplies. Finance Record keeping: Ensure charity tracking to budget and keeping recorded receipts with approvals, ready for external audit. Reporting: Preparing progress reports on spend and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and trends. Produce reports as needed for the Chief Executive, Grant and Impact Manager, and Board. Digital & Communications Support Digital and Socials Cover: Provide operational cover for the digital/socials team as needed, including scheduling posts, coordinating assets, basic updates, and ensuring content is approved before publishing. Asset & Permissions Coordination: Maintain and organise approved assets (photos/video), permission forms, and usage notes, particularly where young people are involved. The Candidate Experience: Proven experience in an administrative or office management role (Charity sector experience is a plus). Digital Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Teams) and a natural flair for social media trends and platforms. Communication: Exceptional written English for drafting minutes, blogs, and social captions. Organisation: A methodical approach to filing and a "hawk-eye" for detail. Values: A genuine passion for young people's musical provision in underserved communities. Terms of Appointment Reporting to: CEO Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 (Dependent on experience) Location: London Tuesday to Thursday in office, Monday and Friday at home Working hours: Core hours from 10:00 - 18:00 Occasional evening and weekend hours. For an informal and confidential discussion, please speak with our advisors at Berwick Partners: Jodi Beauchamp Delivery Consultant, Not for Profit Berwick Partners T : (0) E : Closing date for applications: Friday 8th May 2026
THE ARTS THEATRE CAMBRIDGE
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
JOB DESCRIPTION DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT Reporting to: Nicky Hupe, Head of Communications Day-to-day work directed by: Luke Dell, Membership Manager ROLE SUMMARY We are seeking an ambitious early-career professional with excellent organisational skills and a strong interest in fundraising and communications. As Development & Communications Assistant, you will contribute to both our fundraising activity and our communications work. You will support our work with individual supporters, corporate partners, and trusts and foundations, helping to deliver excellent stewardship and well-run cultivation events. Alongside this, you will play a key role in helping with the creation and scheduling of organisational messaging, and ensuring communications are consistent with our brand identity. This is an opportunity to gain broad, practical experience within a small but ambitious team. You will develop skills in fundraising, financial processing, and event coordination, while also building experience in written and visual communications, and brand management. Through working closely with other staff across the organisation, you will grow your understanding and experience of a producing and receiving theatre and the charity sector. This role would suit someone passionate about the arts and culture sector, particularly the performing arts, who is looking for a first or early step into a career in arts fundraising or communications. It offers a strong foundation of transferable skills and experience that could act as a springboard into a wide range of future roles. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Fundraising: Support fundraising through trusts and foundations undertaking research tasks, and collating information for applications and funders reports. Maintain the application and reporting schedules for all funders and supporters. Support the department in looking after current and potential major supporters. Arrange ticket bookings for supporters and prospective donors using Tessitura - our Box Office and Fundraising database/CRM. Track the team's financial processing and records, across all income streams, in close liaison with the Finance department. Use Tessitura to enter all donations, financial information, and relevant communications, assisting the team in prospecting and records maintenance. Responsible for paperwork for Gift Aid and manage our regular Gift Aid claim process with Tessitura, HMRC and the Finance department. Research potential supporters and funders, and produce meeting briefings and supporter biographies. Ensure crediting for supporters is correct and up to date. Ensure support pages on the Theatre's website are dynamic and up to date. Support the team in preparing updates and reports for Trustees and funders. Be the primary entry point of contact for supporters. Communications: Support the Head of Communications in developing and delivering activity that raises the profile of the Theatre and strengthens its reputation. Coordinate the scheduling of external communications, working with other teams to ensure messages are aligned and go out at the right time. Draft, edit and proofread copy for a range of channels, including website, newsletters, press releases, social media and printed materials. Update and maintain content on the Theatre's website Work closely with the Marketing team on the Theatre's social media channels, including monitoring activity and reporting. Help ensure consistent use of the Theatre's brand, tone of voice and visual identity across all communications. Support the design and creation of visual content using existing templates and brand guidelines. Work with designers, photographers, and other creatives to brief, adapt and deliver visual materials. Organise content libraries, ensuring images, copy and digital assets are organised, up-to-date, and correctly credited. Track, log and report on press and media coverage. Events: Supported closely by the team, lead on the planning and delivery of fundraising events, working with the Executive, Production and Front of House teams. Attend events as a representative of The Arts Theatre, supporting the work of developing and maintaining relationships. The following generic responsibilities apply to all Arts Theatre staff: Attend meetings and events as required Deputise for Box Office and Front of House staff as required Assist other departments as required Contribute to achieving the aims and targets of the organisation as a whole and assist with other projects and activities as required Carry out administrative work generated by the above activities Have a flexible approach to working hours Maintain a clean and tidy working environment Be presentable, well-organised and have good timekeeping Comply with The Arts Theatre's Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and other policies at all times The list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and you may be required to perform duties outside of this list as operationally required and at the direction of your line managers. PERSON SPECIFICATION Experience and Knowledge (transferable skills welcome): Experience of working in administrative roles, ideally in fundraising, communications, or a charity. Experience of planning or delivering events. Customer service experience with donors or customers, building relationships, handling enquiries and problem-solving. Experience of working closely with colleagues and other departments to deliver projects. Some knowledge of the arts, charitable fundraising or the charity sector. Skills and Approach: Ambition to develop fundraising and communications skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a personable and professional approach. A very sharp eye for detail with strong problem-solving skills. Confident but highly discreet, able to read a room and react professionally. Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills. The ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Self-starter with strong project management and organisational competencies with a demonstrated aptitude for multitasking, attention to detail, and meeting competing and overlapping deadlines. Good general IT skills, including Microsoft Office. Experience of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, and experience of a fundraising CRM, preferably Tessitura or Spektrix, would be desirable but not essential. An interest in theatre and an affinity with The Arts Theatre Cambridge's mission and purpose. TERMS & CONDITIONS Salary: £28,000 per annum Hours of Work: This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. This role will also include some evening work for Theatre events and press nights. Holiday entitlement: 33 days per annum (pro rata) including statutory bank holidays. Employees are eligible to receive time off in lieu (TOIL) for approved additional hours or bank holidays worked. Probationary Period: 3 months Notice Period: Following the completion of a successful probationary period, the notice period is one month. Pension: The Arts Theatre offers an auto-enrolment pension scheme. Equality We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you have any specific requirements or suggestions to support your application, please share them with us and we'll consider how we can help. How to Apply Please send a cover email detailing your suitability for the role, of no more than 400 words, and your CV to Nicky Hupe via the button below. If this role has caught your interest but you are unsure whether to apply, or the timings don't quite work, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We'd be delighted to talk things through, answer any questions, and can be flexible - our priority is finding the right person. Deadline for applications: Wednesday 6 May, 12noon.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
JOB DESCRIPTION DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT Reporting to: Nicky Hupe, Head of Communications Day-to-day work directed by: Luke Dell, Membership Manager ROLE SUMMARY We are seeking an ambitious early-career professional with excellent organisational skills and a strong interest in fundraising and communications. As Development & Communications Assistant, you will contribute to both our fundraising activity and our communications work. You will support our work with individual supporters, corporate partners, and trusts and foundations, helping to deliver excellent stewardship and well-run cultivation events. Alongside this, you will play a key role in helping with the creation and scheduling of organisational messaging, and ensuring communications are consistent with our brand identity. This is an opportunity to gain broad, practical experience within a small but ambitious team. You will develop skills in fundraising, financial processing, and event coordination, while also building experience in written and visual communications, and brand management. Through working closely with other staff across the organisation, you will grow your understanding and experience of a producing and receiving theatre and the charity sector. This role would suit someone passionate about the arts and culture sector, particularly the performing arts, who is looking for a first or early step into a career in arts fundraising or communications. It offers a strong foundation of transferable skills and experience that could act as a springboard into a wide range of future roles. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Fundraising: Support fundraising through trusts and foundations undertaking research tasks, and collating information for applications and funders reports. Maintain the application and reporting schedules for all funders and supporters. Support the department in looking after current and potential major supporters. Arrange ticket bookings for supporters and prospective donors using Tessitura - our Box Office and Fundraising database/CRM. Track the team's financial processing and records, across all income streams, in close liaison with the Finance department. Use Tessitura to enter all donations, financial information, and relevant communications, assisting the team in prospecting and records maintenance. Responsible for paperwork for Gift Aid and manage our regular Gift Aid claim process with Tessitura, HMRC and the Finance department. Research potential supporters and funders, and produce meeting briefings and supporter biographies. Ensure crediting for supporters is correct and up to date. Ensure support pages on the Theatre's website are dynamic and up to date. Support the team in preparing updates and reports for Trustees and funders. Be the primary entry point of contact for supporters. Communications: Support the Head of Communications in developing and delivering activity that raises the profile of the Theatre and strengthens its reputation. Coordinate the scheduling of external communications, working with other teams to ensure messages are aligned and go out at the right time. Draft, edit and proofread copy for a range of channels, including website, newsletters, press releases, social media and printed materials. Update and maintain content on the Theatre's website Work closely with the Marketing team on the Theatre's social media channels, including monitoring activity and reporting. Help ensure consistent use of the Theatre's brand, tone of voice and visual identity across all communications. Support the design and creation of visual content using existing templates and brand guidelines. Work with designers, photographers, and other creatives to brief, adapt and deliver visual materials. Organise content libraries, ensuring images, copy and digital assets are organised, up-to-date, and correctly credited. Track, log and report on press and media coverage. Events: Supported closely by the team, lead on the planning and delivery of fundraising events, working with the Executive, Production and Front of House teams. Attend events as a representative of The Arts Theatre, supporting the work of developing and maintaining relationships. The following generic responsibilities apply to all Arts Theatre staff: Attend meetings and events as required Deputise for Box Office and Front of House staff as required Assist other departments as required Contribute to achieving the aims and targets of the organisation as a whole and assist with other projects and activities as required Carry out administrative work generated by the above activities Have a flexible approach to working hours Maintain a clean and tidy working environment Be presentable, well-organised and have good timekeeping Comply with The Arts Theatre's Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and other policies at all times The list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and you may be required to perform duties outside of this list as operationally required and at the direction of your line managers. PERSON SPECIFICATION Experience and Knowledge (transferable skills welcome): Experience of working in administrative roles, ideally in fundraising, communications, or a charity. Experience of planning or delivering events. Customer service experience with donors or customers, building relationships, handling enquiries and problem-solving. Experience of working closely with colleagues and other departments to deliver projects. Some knowledge of the arts, charitable fundraising or the charity sector. Skills and Approach: Ambition to develop fundraising and communications skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a personable and professional approach. A very sharp eye for detail with strong problem-solving skills. Confident but highly discreet, able to read a room and react professionally. Strong relationship building and interpersonal skills. The ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Self-starter with strong project management and organisational competencies with a demonstrated aptitude for multitasking, attention to detail, and meeting competing and overlapping deadlines. Good general IT skills, including Microsoft Office. Experience of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop, and experience of a fundraising CRM, preferably Tessitura or Spektrix, would be desirable but not essential. An interest in theatre and an affinity with The Arts Theatre Cambridge's mission and purpose. TERMS & CONDITIONS Salary: £28,000 per annum Hours of Work: This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. This role will also include some evening work for Theatre events and press nights. Holiday entitlement: 33 days per annum (pro rata) including statutory bank holidays. Employees are eligible to receive time off in lieu (TOIL) for approved additional hours or bank holidays worked. Probationary Period: 3 months Notice Period: Following the completion of a successful probationary period, the notice period is one month. Pension: The Arts Theatre offers an auto-enrolment pension scheme. Equality We're committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you have any specific requirements or suggestions to support your application, please share them with us and we'll consider how we can help. How to Apply Please send a cover email detailing your suitability for the role, of no more than 400 words, and your CV to Nicky Hupe via the button below. If this role has caught your interest but you are unsure whether to apply, or the timings don't quite work, please don't hesitate to get in touch. We'd be delighted to talk things through, answer any questions, and can be flexible - our priority is finding the right person. Deadline for applications: Wednesday 6 May, 12noon.
Finance and Operations Director Location: Brighton, UK Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £57k - £60k. The role also includes the potential for an additional payment of up to £5,000, linked to the achievement of agreed financial performance indicators (e.g. reserve levels). Lead finance and operations for an international charity transforming lives through clean energy access across Africa and Asia Shape organisational strategy, governance and financial systems whilst managing a global finance function across multiple countries Join a values-driven organisation with 15+ years' experience reaching over 240,000 people to date A Brighton based International NGO is seeking an experienced Finance and Operations Director to lead its finance, compliance and operational functions. This is a strategic leadership role with real impact, supporting an international charity on a mission to enable people living in poverty to access clean energy, empowering them to develop sustainable and resilient livelihoods, and mitigating the impact of climate change. The organisation has around 10 staff in the UK, with further teams across Kenya & Nepal where the key programmes are based. Position Overview You will lead the organisation s global finance and operations team, ensuring robust financial governance, strategic planning and compliance across the organisation. You will directly report to the CEO as well as provide reports to the Finance and Audit committee of the board. You will manage financial systems and processes, oversee programme budgets, and lead on IT, facilities and health and safety matters. The role will also act as Company Secretary. The position is offered on a full-time permanent basis with hybrid working available, ideally with a minimum of 2 days per week onsite in Brighton. Responsibilities Lead strategic planning, governance and financial reporting to the Board Prepare quarterly rolling forecasts and monthly financial reporting across all regions Prepare year-end statutory accounts and lead audit processes Oversee payment processing and maintain accurate financial transaction records Quality-assure project budgets and undertake financial due diligence on partners Lead development and implementation of IT, procurement and health and safety policies and processes Manage outsourced IT providers and HR systems As Company Secretary, ensure regulatory compliance Provide line management to the Finance and Operations Team (1 direct report in the UK, 2 dotted line reports overseas) Requirements Essential qualifications and experience: Full UK recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Strategic financial leadership experience including organisational budgeting and reporting Strong knowledge of charity governance and charity accounting (SORP) Experience preparing financial year-end accounts and audit information International programme finance experience including project budgeting and global financial transfers Experience building effective relationships with staff, stakeholders and trustees Some experience overseeing IT requirements, cybersecurity and digital software selection Essential skills: Confident, collaborative leader with strategic thinking ability Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills IT oversight and digital software implementation experience The post-holder must possess sensitivity to ethnicity, and gender and will, at all times, adhere to the organisation s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Desirable: Working knowledge of QuickBooks Benefits include: Permanent role offering the opportunity to make lasting impact Competitive salary with potential for up to £5,000 additional payment 6% employer pension contribution 2x Salary Life Assurance 30 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays Work for an organisation with strong values, collaborative culture and commitment to tackling climate change Please note the organisation is unable to sponsor employment visas, so applicants must have the full right to work in the UK without restriction. How to Apply If you're an experienced Finance and Operations leader with charity accounting expertise and strategic vision, please send your CV to Jamie Reynolds at Marble Mayne Recruitment or reply to this advert. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and particularly encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. Key dates Closing date: Friday 8th May at 5pm Interviews: 1st stage interviews to take place week commencing 18th May, with a second stage to follow.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Finance and Operations Director Location: Brighton, UK Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £57k - £60k. The role also includes the potential for an additional payment of up to £5,000, linked to the achievement of agreed financial performance indicators (e.g. reserve levels). Lead finance and operations for an international charity transforming lives through clean energy access across Africa and Asia Shape organisational strategy, governance and financial systems whilst managing a global finance function across multiple countries Join a values-driven organisation with 15+ years' experience reaching over 240,000 people to date A Brighton based International NGO is seeking an experienced Finance and Operations Director to lead its finance, compliance and operational functions. This is a strategic leadership role with real impact, supporting an international charity on a mission to enable people living in poverty to access clean energy, empowering them to develop sustainable and resilient livelihoods, and mitigating the impact of climate change. The organisation has around 10 staff in the UK, with further teams across Kenya & Nepal where the key programmes are based. Position Overview You will lead the organisation s global finance and operations team, ensuring robust financial governance, strategic planning and compliance across the organisation. You will directly report to the CEO as well as provide reports to the Finance and Audit committee of the board. You will manage financial systems and processes, oversee programme budgets, and lead on IT, facilities and health and safety matters. The role will also act as Company Secretary. The position is offered on a full-time permanent basis with hybrid working available, ideally with a minimum of 2 days per week onsite in Brighton. Responsibilities Lead strategic planning, governance and financial reporting to the Board Prepare quarterly rolling forecasts and monthly financial reporting across all regions Prepare year-end statutory accounts and lead audit processes Oversee payment processing and maintain accurate financial transaction records Quality-assure project budgets and undertake financial due diligence on partners Lead development and implementation of IT, procurement and health and safety policies and processes Manage outsourced IT providers and HR systems As Company Secretary, ensure regulatory compliance Provide line management to the Finance and Operations Team (1 direct report in the UK, 2 dotted line reports overseas) Requirements Essential qualifications and experience: Full UK recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Strategic financial leadership experience including organisational budgeting and reporting Strong knowledge of charity governance and charity accounting (SORP) Experience preparing financial year-end accounts and audit information International programme finance experience including project budgeting and global financial transfers Experience building effective relationships with staff, stakeholders and trustees Some experience overseeing IT requirements, cybersecurity and digital software selection Essential skills: Confident, collaborative leader with strategic thinking ability Strong financial analysis and reporting capabilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills IT oversight and digital software implementation experience The post-holder must possess sensitivity to ethnicity, and gender and will, at all times, adhere to the organisation s Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. Desirable: Working knowledge of QuickBooks Benefits include: Permanent role offering the opportunity to make lasting impact Competitive salary with potential for up to £5,000 additional payment 6% employer pension contribution 2x Salary Life Assurance 30 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays Work for an organisation with strong values, collaborative culture and commitment to tackling climate change Please note the organisation is unable to sponsor employment visas, so applicants must have the full right to work in the UK without restriction. How to Apply If you're an experienced Finance and Operations leader with charity accounting expertise and strategic vision, please send your CV to Jamie Reynolds at Marble Mayne Recruitment or reply to this advert. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and particularly encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. Key dates Closing date: Friday 8th May at 5pm Interviews: 1st stage interviews to take place week commencing 18th May, with a second stage to follow.
