Field Sales Executive We are Bionic - the UK's leading business comparison and switching service, helping small businesses save time and money on essentials like energy, telecoms, insurance, and finance. By combining smart technology with expert advice, we make switching simple so business owners can focus on what matters most - running their business. SMART Utilities, a key division of the Bionic Group, powers our nationwide Field Sales team. As trusted local advisors, SMART Field Sales Consultants connect directly with customers in their communities, building relationships and delivering tailored solutions face-to-face. About the role As a Field Sales Consultant, you'll be instrumental in driving commercial success by sourcing and converting new business opportunities within your territory. You'll manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to closing - delivering tailored solutions across energy, telecoms, and insurance in collaboration with our pricing and operations teams. Acting as a trusted advisor, you'll build long-term customer relationships and generate growth through referrals and repeat business. In the field, you'll represent Bionic with professionalism and insight, engaging small business owners through consultative conversations and contributing valuable feedback to shape our wider strategy. Register your interest today and be the first to hear about exciting opportunities in your region. We'll keep you informed as new roles become available. What makes this opportunity exciting? Full training provided: You'll receive comprehensive business and role-specific training, plus ongoing coaching to help you succeed. Attractive earning potential: With a competitive commission structure and OTE, and fuel card - we've got you! Meaning you can focus on letting your success drive your income. Autonomy and flexibility: You'll manage your own schedule and territory, giving you the freedom to plan your day and maximise your impact. Career development: Regular feedback and training sessions support your growth and progression. Whether you're new to sales or looking to take your career to the next level, this role offers a supportive environment, continuous development, and the chance to grow with a business that truly values your contribution. What's the interview process? Initial interview with our Talent Acquisition Team Interview with the Regional Sales Manager - combining role-based competency questions and a task (guidance provided ahead of time) A field-based observation session - approx. 2-3 hours in the field with one of the Team About you To be considered for this role, you'll need to demonstrate your: Passion for engaging with people and helping small businesses to thrive. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Self-motivation and results-driven mindset. Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule. Willingness to learn and grow through training and feedback. Experience in field sales, customer service, or similar roles (beneficial but not essential). Why join us? At Bionic, we believe in empowering our people as much as our customers. You'll be part of a supportive, high-energy team that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth. We offer: A structured onboarding and training programme. Competitive base salary with uncapped commission. Career development opportunities across sales and beyond. A culture that celebrates success and encourages feedback. Tools and support to help you thrive in the field. Benefits We know that our employees are what sets us aside from our competitors; our benefits are just part of the way we say thanks. Enhance your health & wellbeing Private healthcare cover Employee Assistance Programme, including a virtual GP service, priority physio & talking therapies Eyecare scheme Taking time away from work 25 days annual leave plus the 8 UK bank holidays, increasing with tenure 1 paid family/religious day of leave per year - following successful probation period 1 paid charity volunteering day per year Option to buy/sell up to an additional 3 days leave per year Family matters: for the special moments Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave 2 days off for your wedding upon joining, and up to 5 days after 2 years' service Financial wellbeing Auto-enrolled salary sacrifice pension scheme Life assurance Season ticket Loans, salary advances & loans to buy/rent a home - based on tenure Cycle to work scheme Recognition Highflyers incentive, a VIP experience for our high performers across Bionic group to celebrate success Company summer & Christmas party celebrations, business and local zonely & annual awards and recognition Long service awards
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Field Sales Executive We are Bionic - the UK's leading business comparison and switching service, helping small businesses save time and money on essentials like energy, telecoms, insurance, and finance. By combining smart technology with expert advice, we make switching simple so business owners can focus on what matters most - running their business. SMART Utilities, a key division of the Bionic Group, powers our nationwide Field Sales team. As trusted local advisors, SMART Field Sales Consultants connect directly with customers in their communities, building relationships and delivering tailored solutions face-to-face. About the role As a Field Sales Consultant, you'll be instrumental in driving commercial success by sourcing and converting new business opportunities within your territory. You'll manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to closing - delivering tailored solutions across energy, telecoms, and insurance in collaboration with our pricing and operations teams. Acting as a trusted advisor, you'll build long-term customer relationships and generate growth through referrals and repeat business. In the field, you'll represent Bionic with professionalism and insight, engaging small business owners through consultative conversations and contributing valuable feedback to shape our wider strategy. Register your interest today and be the first to hear about exciting opportunities in your region. We'll keep you informed as new roles become available. What makes this opportunity exciting? Full training provided: You'll receive comprehensive business and role-specific training, plus ongoing coaching to help you succeed. Attractive earning potential: With a competitive commission structure and OTE, and fuel card - we've got you! Meaning you can focus on letting your success drive your income. Autonomy and flexibility: You'll manage your own schedule and territory, giving you the freedom to plan your day and maximise your impact. Career development: Regular feedback and training sessions support your growth and progression. Whether you're new to sales or looking to take your career to the next level, this role offers a supportive environment, continuous development, and the chance to grow with a business that truly values your contribution. What's the interview process? Initial interview with our Talent Acquisition Team Interview with the Regional Sales Manager - combining role-based competency questions and a task (guidance provided ahead of time) A field-based observation session - approx. 2-3 hours in the field with one of the Team About you To be considered for this role, you'll need to demonstrate your: Passion for engaging with people and helping small businesses to thrive. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Self-motivation and results-driven mindset. Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule. Willingness to learn and grow through training and feedback. Experience in field sales, customer service, or similar roles (beneficial but not essential). Why join us? At Bionic, we believe in empowering our people as much as our customers. You'll be part of a supportive, high-energy team that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth. We offer: A structured onboarding and training programme. Competitive base salary with uncapped commission. Career development opportunities across sales and beyond. A culture that celebrates success and encourages feedback. Tools and support to help you thrive in the field. Benefits We know that our employees are what sets us aside from our competitors; our benefits are just part of the way we say thanks. Enhance your health & wellbeing Private healthcare cover Employee Assistance Programme, including a virtual GP service, priority physio & talking therapies Eyecare scheme Taking time away from work 25 days annual leave plus the 8 UK bank holidays, increasing with tenure 1 paid family/religious day of leave per year - following successful probation period 1 paid charity volunteering day per year Option to buy/sell up to an additional 3 days leave per year Family matters: for the special moments Enhanced maternity, paternity or shared parental leave 2 days off for your wedding upon joining, and up to 5 days after 2 years' service Financial wellbeing Auto-enrolled salary sacrifice pension scheme Life assurance Season ticket Loans, salary advances & loans to buy/rent a home - based on tenure Cycle to work scheme Recognition Highflyers incentive, a VIP experience for our high performers across Bionic group to celebrate success Company summer & Christmas party celebrations, business and local zonely & annual awards and recognition Long service awards
Are you ready to lead a finance function and play a pivotal role in shaping this organisation's future? Head of Finance Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full Time - 37 hours per week Salary: £43,639 - £48,620 per annum Location: Head Office - Newton Aycliffe, DL5 About the Employer Our client is a long established environmental and community charity with over 30 years of experience creating greener, healthier and more resilient places across the region. Their mission centres on Creating Better Places, Improving People's Prospects, and Promoting Greener Living, helping communities thrive no matter the challenges they face. They deliver hundreds of locally led projects each year, including initiatives that support young people and adults into education, training and employment, helping them overcome barriers, build life skills, and reach their full potential. About You and The Role Our client is now seeking a strategic, forward thinking Head of Finance to lead their finance function and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their organisation. This is more than a finance role, it's an opportunity to guide, influence and strengthen the financial sustainability of a charity creating meaningful, lasting change. As the Head of Finance, you will: Provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation, working closely with the Chief Executive, Trustees, and Senior Leaders. Lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial risk management. Ensure robust financial controls, compliance with charity accounting standards (SORP), and oversee VAT, statutory requirements, and audits. Manage and motivate the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Strengthen financial systems, reporting, and automation to support operational efficiency. Support project managers with financial planning, grant management, and contract delivery. Drive improvements that support long term organisational sustainability. This is a high impact role that blends hands on leadership with strategic influence. They are looking for an experienced and dynamic finance leader who brings: Essential A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent). Experience delivering a wide range of finance duties, including management accounts, budgeting, strategic analysis, and year end processes. Experience managing finance teams. Strong understanding of charity finance, SORP, VAT in a charity context, and HMRC requirements. Outstanding analytical, organisational, and financial planning skills. Excellent communication skills, able to present complex information clearly to colleagues and trustees. High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the values and mission of the charity. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. Desirable Experience in community based or grant funded projects. Experience strengthening financial controls and supporting fundraising or contract bidding. Knowledge of procurement procedures or state aid regulations. Familiarity with Sage Intacct. Closing Date: Thursday, 30th April 2026 Interview Details: To be confirmed after the closing date. Please note: should a high volume of applications be received, this employer may look to close the role early, therefore an early application is recommended. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage. There you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions ( you may need to scroll down ). This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure endorsed by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The employer want you to be yourself and they value everything that makes you unique. They recognise and celebrate your difference and together you will make the organisation a special and great place to work. As a Disability Confident employer they offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role. The employer ensures that they provide a safe environment for adults, children and young people to take part in any activity or service that they organise. They are committed to creating a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk.? Their safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and comprehensive process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all the people they appoint are suitable to work with children, young people and adults This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. No agencies please.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Are you ready to lead a finance function and play a pivotal role in shaping this organisation's future? Head of Finance Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Full Time - 37 hours per week Salary: £43,639 - £48,620 per annum Location: Head Office - Newton Aycliffe, DL5 About the Employer Our client is a long established environmental and community charity with over 30 years of experience creating greener, healthier and more resilient places across the region. Their mission centres on Creating Better Places, Improving People's Prospects, and Promoting Greener Living, helping communities thrive no matter the challenges they face. They deliver hundreds of locally led projects each year, including initiatives that support young people and adults into education, training and employment, helping them overcome barriers, build life skills, and reach their full potential. About You and The Role Our client is now seeking a strategic, forward thinking Head of Finance to lead their finance function and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their organisation. This is more than a finance role, it's an opportunity to guide, influence and strengthen the financial sustainability of a charity creating meaningful, lasting change. As the Head of Finance, you will: Provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation, working closely with the Chief Executive, Trustees, and Senior Leaders. Lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial risk management. Ensure robust financial controls, compliance with charity accounting standards (SORP), and oversee VAT, statutory requirements, and audits. Manage and motivate the finance team, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Strengthen financial systems, reporting, and automation to support operational efficiency. Support project managers with financial planning, grant management, and contract delivery. Drive improvements that support long term organisational sustainability. This is a high impact role that blends hands on leadership with strategic influence. They are looking for an experienced and dynamic finance leader who brings: Essential A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent). Experience delivering a wide range of finance duties, including management accounts, budgeting, strategic analysis, and year end processes. Experience managing finance teams. Strong understanding of charity finance, SORP, VAT in a charity context, and HMRC requirements. Outstanding analytical, organisational, and financial planning skills. Excellent communication skills, able to present complex information clearly to colleagues and trustees. High integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the values and mission of the charity. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. Desirable Experience in community based or grant funded projects. Experience strengthening financial controls and supporting fundraising or contract bidding. Knowledge of procurement procedures or state aid regulations. Familiarity with Sage Intacct. Closing Date: Thursday, 30th April 2026 Interview Details: To be confirmed after the closing date. Please note: should a high volume of applications be received, this employer may look to close the role early, therefore an early application is recommended. Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage. There you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions ( you may need to scroll down ). This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure endorsed by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The employer want you to be yourself and they value everything that makes you unique. They recognise and celebrate your difference and together you will make the organisation a special and great place to work. As a Disability Confident employer they offer a guaranteed interview to applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria for the role. The employer ensures that they provide a safe environment for adults, children and young people to take part in any activity or service that they organise. They are committed to creating a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk.? Their safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and comprehensive process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all the people they appoint are suitable to work with children, young people and adults This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract. No agencies please.
Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Lawyer (UK Financial Sector Focus) on behalf of a UK charity working at the intersection of law, finance and sustainability, with a global reputation for producing rigorous legal analysis that helps clarify how existing legal frameworks apply to climate and nature-related financial risks. This newly created role will play a key part in shaping the organisation's expanding programme of work on investor fiduciary duties across the UK financial sector. This post is offered as a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to funding. The role can be fully remote or hybrid, with access to a London co-working space, and will involve occasional travel. The postholder will lead the development and delivery of our client's UK investor fiduciary workstream, initially focusing on the insurance, pensions and banking sectors. This will involve scoping and commissioning authoritative legal analysis from leading commercial law firms and academics, translating complex legal findings into practical guidance for boards, trustees and their advisers, and tracking relevant regulatory and disclosure developments across the financial services landscape. The role involves building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including institutional investors, regulators, professional bodies, and the legal community, as well as representing the charity at conferences, roundtables and other external forums. Working closely with the Executive Director within a small and collaborative team, the successful candidate will also contribute to communications, strategic development and fundraising activity. We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales with strong expertise in financial services law, ideally in insurance, banking, or pensions. Candidates should be able to demonstrate clear engagement with climate change or environmental sustainability, whether through their professional work, research, writing, pro bono activity, or other initiatives that connect legal practice with climate- and nature-related financial risks. To be successful, you need to bring a deep understanding of how financial institutions are structured and regulated, alongside a demonstrable commitment to addressing climate and nature-related financial risks through legal and governance frameworks. You will be a confident communicator, confident and effective in public speaking, with the ability to represent the organisation at conferences, roundtables and stakeholder events, and to communicate complex legal ideas clearly to diverse audiences. This role would suit a self-starter who is comfortable working with a high degree of ownership in a small, purpose-driven organisation and who is motivated by the opportunity to apply their legal expertise to drive meaningful change. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 3 May at 23:59 AM. Shortlisted candidates will then be asked to provide a tailored cover letter. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Harris Hill is delighted to be supporting the recruitment of a Lawyer (UK Financial Sector Focus) on behalf of a UK charity working at the intersection of law, finance and sustainability, with a global reputation for producing rigorous legal analysis that helps clarify how existing legal frameworks apply to climate and nature-related financial risks. This newly created role will play a key part in shaping the organisation's expanding programme of work on investor fiduciary duties across the UK financial sector. This post is offered as a one-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to funding. The role can be fully remote or hybrid, with access to a London co-working space, and will involve occasional travel. The postholder will lead the development and delivery of our client's UK investor fiduciary workstream, initially focusing on the insurance, pensions and banking sectors. This will involve scoping and commissioning authoritative legal analysis from leading commercial law firms and academics, translating complex legal findings into practical guidance for boards, trustees and their advisers, and tracking relevant regulatory and disclosure developments across the financial services landscape. The role involves building and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including institutional investors, regulators, professional bodies, and the legal community, as well as representing the charity at conferences, roundtables and other external forums. Working closely with the Executive Director within a small and collaborative team, the successful candidate will also contribute to communications, strategic development and fundraising activity. We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales with strong expertise in financial services law, ideally in insurance, banking, or pensions. Candidates should be able to demonstrate clear engagement with climate change or environmental sustainability, whether through their professional work, research, writing, pro bono activity, or other initiatives that connect legal practice with climate- and nature-related financial risks. To be successful, you need to bring a deep understanding of how financial institutions are structured and regulated, alongside a demonstrable commitment to addressing climate and nature-related financial risks through legal and governance frameworks. You will be a confident communicator, confident and effective in public speaking, with the ability to represent the organisation at conferences, roundtables and stakeholder events, and to communicate complex legal ideas clearly to diverse audiences. This role would suit a self-starter who is comfortable working with a high degree of ownership in a small, purpose-driven organisation and who is motivated by the opportunity to apply their legal expertise to drive meaningful change. To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 3 May at 23:59 AM. Shortlisted candidates will then be asked to provide a tailored cover letter. Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information. As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
We're the UK's consumer champion; here to tackle consumer harm by making life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. We're trusted by millions for our independence and expertise. We're a not-for-profit business and every penny we make from our commercial activities goes into making life better for consumers. We've been around since 1957, but we've never been more needed than today. It shouldn't be so hard to be a consumer, but rising prices, rising levels of fraud and the sheer complexity of today's markets are a challenge for all of us. Which? is changing fast to respond to all of these challenges for consumers. We aim to double the impact we have helping consumers. To fund this we will grow our commercial business significantly. We're looking to appoint two new trustees. A trustee with deep strategic financial management and risk management expertise will bring their strategic perspective to growth opportunities and how we finance them. A trustee with an Advocacy background will bring expertise in setting an effective long-term influencing strategy, and know how to design and shape campaigns using social media, press, policy reports and events to engage stakeholders and deliver change. There is no better time to join our charity board. You'll be working with a successful and experienced executive team and joining a talented group of trustees and non-executive directors who are all committed to making Which? the organisation that fights for consumers and is trusted to help them make the best choices. To find out more and apply please visit: Closing date for applications: Monday 11th May 2026.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
We're the UK's consumer champion; here to tackle consumer harm by making life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. We're trusted by millions for our independence and expertise. We're a not-for-profit business and every penny we make from our commercial activities goes into making life better for consumers. We've been around since 1957, but we've never been more needed than today. It shouldn't be so hard to be a consumer, but rising prices, rising levels of fraud and the sheer complexity of today's markets are a challenge for all of us. Which? is changing fast to respond to all of these challenges for consumers. We aim to double the impact we have helping consumers. To fund this we will grow our commercial business significantly. We're looking to appoint two new trustees. A trustee with deep strategic financial management and risk management expertise will bring their strategic perspective to growth opportunities and how we finance them. A trustee with an Advocacy background will bring expertise in setting an effective long-term influencing strategy, and know how to design and shape campaigns using social media, press, policy reports and events to engage stakeholders and deliver change. There is no better time to join our charity board. You'll be working with a successful and experienced executive team and joining a talented group of trustees and non-executive directors who are all committed to making Which? the organisation that fights for consumers and is trusted to help them make the best choices. To find out more and apply please visit: Closing date for applications: Monday 11th May 2026.
Board Trustee London, Leicester, Cardiff, or Remote The Organisation Our client is a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on supporting better working environments and benefits packages for people across the country. Our client is seeking a Trustee to join their expert Board. For this recruitment, they particularly welcome applicants with particular expertise in learning, skills and employment in Scotland, adult education or related sectors like housing or local government, and the corporate or private sectors. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged. This is an unpaid role, with expenses paid. Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term. The Board meets four times a year for approximately 2.5 hours and has a Strategic Away Day each January. Two sub-committees each meet up to three times a year, at which nominated trustees may be appointed. Meetings are a mix of in person in Leicester and London and online. The Role The Board of Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation and its financial health. They help to develop the organisation's aims, objectives, and goals in accordance with the governing document, and legal and regulatory guidelines. This is a non-executive role, and as a Trustee, you will: - Contribute to the development, approval and monitoring of organisational strategy. - Oversee financial performance and ensure effective financial stewardship. - Provide constructive challenge and support to the executive team. - Safeguard the organisation's reputation, values and assets. - Act in the best interests of the organisation at all times. - Serve as an ambassador for the organisation where appropriate. About You As a Board Trustee, you will be driven by our client's mission to widen access to learning and work opportunities so everyone in society can realise their potential. The successful candidate will: - Share our client's passion for everyone to have the opportunity in life to reach their ambitions and potential. - Understand governance and preferably have experience of adult education or employment support, or experience in related sectors like housing, local government or the private sector that can help inform our client's work. - Have the capacity to lend support and expertise. - Demonstrate a sense of proportion of control relative to the organisation's operational needs and size. - Be objective and independent without bias to any particular interest or stakeholder. - Possess analytical ability, informed judgment, and the ability to focus on strategic issues. - Have perspective, broad knowledge and experience that can be applied to discussions and decisions at Board level. - An ability to balance challenge and support to the executive team. Trustees will be required to undertake appropriate pre-appointment checks. This may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, depending on the nature of the role and committee responsibilities. Additional Details If you possess the experience and attributes above and have a passion to support the delivery of our client's vision, then you could be the person they are seeking. Applications that include a CV and covering letter are welcomed through selecting the Apply button. The closing date for applications is 12th May 2026. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter. Other organisations may call this role Board Member, Trustee, Charity Trustee, or Finance Trustee.
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Board Trustee London, Leicester, Cardiff, or Remote The Organisation Our client is a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on supporting better working environments and benefits packages for people across the country. Our client is seeking a Trustee to join their expert Board. For this recruitment, they particularly welcome applicants with particular expertise in learning, skills and employment in Scotland, adult education or related sectors like housing or local government, and the corporate or private sectors. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged. This is an unpaid role, with expenses paid. Trustees are appointed for a 3-year term. The Board meets four times a year for approximately 2.5 hours and has a Strategic Away Day each January. Two sub-committees each meet up to three times a year, at which nominated trustees may be appointed. Meetings are a mix of in person in Leicester and London and online. The Role The Board of Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the organisation and its financial health. They help to develop the organisation's aims, objectives, and goals in accordance with the governing document, and legal and regulatory guidelines. This is a non-executive role, and as a Trustee, you will: - Contribute to the development, approval and monitoring of organisational strategy. - Oversee financial performance and ensure effective financial stewardship. - Provide constructive challenge and support to the executive team. - Safeguard the organisation's reputation, values and assets. - Act in the best interests of the organisation at all times. - Serve as an ambassador for the organisation where appropriate. About You As a Board Trustee, you will be driven by our client's mission to widen access to learning and work opportunities so everyone in society can realise their potential. The successful candidate will: - Share our client's passion for everyone to have the opportunity in life to reach their ambitions and potential. - Understand governance and preferably have experience of adult education or employment support, or experience in related sectors like housing, local government or the private sector that can help inform our client's work. - Have the capacity to lend support and expertise. - Demonstrate a sense of proportion of control relative to the organisation's operational needs and size. - Be objective and independent without bias to any particular interest or stakeholder. - Possess analytical ability, informed judgment, and the ability to focus on strategic issues. - Have perspective, broad knowledge and experience that can be applied to discussions and decisions at Board level. - An ability to balance challenge and support to the executive team. Trustees will be required to undertake appropriate pre-appointment checks. This may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, depending on the nature of the role and committee responsibilities. Additional Details If you possess the experience and attributes above and have a passion to support the delivery of our client's vision, then you could be the person they are seeking. Applications that include a CV and covering letter are welcomed through selecting the Apply button. The closing date for applications is 12th May 2026. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter. Other organisations may call this role Board Member, Trustee, Charity Trustee, or Finance Trustee.
Lead critical partnerships that power a regulated, customer-focused business. We're seeking a highly skilled Strategic Relationships lead to take ownership of some of our most key partnerships within the insurance and financial services market. This is a senior, high-impact role where you'll shape the strategic direction, performance and regulatory integrity of our premium finance and technology partners. If you excel at navigating complex, regulated environments, influencing both internal and external stakeholders at all levels and driving commercial and customer value through exceptional relationship management, this is an opportunity to lead at the highest level. What You'll Do Strategic Leadership & Alignment Set the strategic direction for key partner relationships, ensuring alignment with business transformation, operational excellence and commercial goals. Work closely with divisional leadership and management teams to embed partner strategy across the organisation. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Own and optimise high-value strategic partnerships with premium finance and technology providers. Troubleshoot issues proactively, resolve friction points and ensure seamless service delivery. Governance, Controls & Risk Oversight Maintain oversight of regulatory compliance across all premium finance activities. Apply existing FCA regulations confidently and ensure readiness for new and emerging requirements. Support SM&CR responsibilities through clear governance, documentation and oversight. Integration & Change Delivery Oversee partner-related change programmes, ensuring smooth integration and operational alignment. Drive transformation initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Customer & Regulatory Outcomes Champion good customer outcomes and ensure the customer journey is understood, protected and continuously improved. MI, Reporting & Executive Insight Produce high-quality MI, dashboards and insight to inform executive decision-making. Monitor performance against SLAs, KPIs and financial targets, taking action where needed. Commercial Value & Financial Outcomes Negotiate effectively to optimise commercial arrangements and maximise ROI. Identify opportunities to enhance value, reduce cost and improve partner performance. What You'll Bring Essential Experience Strategic relationship management within the insurance and financial services market. Strong understanding and application experience of FCA regulations Ability to interpret, apply and monitor regulatory requirements in a fast-moving environment. Skills & Competencies Skilled negotiator with the confidence to influence at senior levels. Strong analytical capability with the ability to turn insight into action. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and drive solutions. Understanding of customer journeys and how to optimise them in a regulated setting. In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are: Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service 35 hour working week Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family Award-winning learning & development offering and support to obtain professional qualifications to enhance your knowledge and career prospects Pension scheme for when you feel it's time to retire 24-hour Employee Assistance support for you and your family's physical and mental wellbeing Corporate perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping, Eyecare vouchers, cycle to work and much more One day paid volunteering to give back to our communities Ardonagh Community Trust (ACT) - raising funds for charity with donation matching in your local community The Spotlight Awards, where we celebrate the best of the Ardonagh Group and all the bright talent across our business. We offer genuine potential for both personal and professional development, come and be part of our story and help us shape our future. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch. Everywhen is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited CVs from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have requested assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Lead critical partnerships that power a regulated, customer-focused business. We're seeking a highly skilled Strategic Relationships lead to take ownership of some of our most key partnerships within the insurance and financial services market. This is a senior, high-impact role where you'll shape the strategic direction, performance and regulatory integrity of our premium finance and technology partners. If you excel at navigating complex, regulated environments, influencing both internal and external stakeholders at all levels and driving commercial and customer value through exceptional relationship management, this is an opportunity to lead at the highest level. What You'll Do Strategic Leadership & Alignment Set the strategic direction for key partner relationships, ensuring alignment with business transformation, operational excellence and commercial goals. Work closely with divisional leadership and management teams to embed partner strategy across the organisation. Stakeholder & Relationship Management Own and optimise high-value strategic partnerships with premium finance and technology providers. Troubleshoot issues proactively, resolve friction points and ensure seamless service delivery. Governance, Controls & Risk Oversight Maintain oversight of regulatory compliance across all premium finance activities. Apply existing FCA regulations confidently and ensure readiness for new and emerging requirements. Support SM&CR responsibilities through clear governance, documentation and oversight. Integration & Change Delivery Oversee partner-related change programmes, ensuring smooth integration and operational alignment. Drive transformation initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Customer & Regulatory Outcomes Champion good customer outcomes and ensure the customer journey is understood, protected and continuously improved. MI, Reporting & Executive Insight Produce high-quality MI, dashboards and insight to inform executive decision-making. Monitor performance against SLAs, KPIs and financial targets, taking action where needed. Commercial Value & Financial Outcomes Negotiate effectively to optimise commercial arrangements and maximise ROI. Identify opportunities to enhance value, reduce cost and improve partner performance. What You'll Bring Essential Experience Strategic relationship management within the insurance and financial services market. Strong understanding and application experience of FCA regulations Ability to interpret, apply and monitor regulatory requirements in a fast-moving environment. Skills & Competencies Skilled negotiator with the confidence to influence at senior levels. Strong analytical capability with the ability to turn insight into action. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and drive solutions. Understanding of customer journeys and how to optimise them in a regulated setting. In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are: Holiday entitlement of 26 days plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service 35 hour working week Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family Award-winning learning & development offering and support to obtain professional qualifications to enhance your knowledge and career prospects Pension scheme for when you feel it's time to retire 24-hour Employee Assistance support for you and your family's physical and mental wellbeing Corporate perks such as discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, shopping, Eyecare vouchers, cycle to work and much more One day paid volunteering to give back to our communities Ardonagh Community Trust (ACT) - raising funds for charity with donation matching in your local community The Spotlight Awards, where we celebrate the best of the Ardonagh Group and all the bright talent across our business. We offer genuine potential for both personal and professional development, come and be part of our story and help us shape our future. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch. Everywhen is an equal opportunities employer, with a growing and thriving diversity, equity and inclusion strategy; we are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited CVs from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have requested assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
We're partnering with a well respected not-for-profit organisation based in Bamber Bridge that supports vulnerable people across the local community. The organisation delivers a mix of frontline outreach services alongside a network of retail stores, creating a varied and operationally interesting environment from a finance perspective.They are now looking to appoint a Head of Finance to join their executive board and lead the finance function, providing clear, practical financial leadership to the organisation. The role You'll report directly to the Chief Executive, work closely with the senior leadership team and trustees, and manage a small finance team of two Finance Assistants.The role is hands-on and broad in scope, with responsibility for ensuring the organisation's finances are well controlled, clearly reported and fit to support decision making. It's not overly corporate or process-heavy, but it does require someone who is comfortable taking ownership and bringing structure where needed. Key responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts, including commentary and variance analysis Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management, with regular forward looking insight Full balance sheet ownership, including reconciliations and control accounts Oversight of day-to-day finance operations, including purchase ledger, sales invoicing, payroll reconciliation and payments Supporting non-finance managers to understand and use financial information Working with external accountants and auditors on year end and statutory requirements Ensuring financial controls, policies and processes are proportionate, robust and followed Acting as a trusted finance partner to the CEO and trustees Key Requirements: Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Open to candidates stepping up into a Financial Controller role, or those stepping down into a part-time position for greater flexibility and better work/life balance A creative, out of the box thinker who can solve problems without overcomplicating things Agile approach to working, comfortable adapting priorities as the organisation evolves Ability to move at pace and respond to changing business needs Demonstrates emotional intelligence, with the ability to engage appropriately with service users and non-finance colleagues Pragmatic, collaborative working style suited to a values-led, people-focused organisation Experience using Xero would be beneficial but not essential Knowledge of Charity SORP is helpful but not essential Benefits £60,000 FTE (£48,000 for 29 hours 4 days) 33 days annual leave (pro rata), rising to 36 with service - bank holidays included but can be taken flexibly to suit youPart-time role 29 hours per week - flexible on which days you choose Open to 4 full or 5 shorter days, depending on preference Hybrid working - 3 days office based, 1 day WFH (following probation) Pension of 6% employer / 2% employee A genuinely flexible, adult approach to working hours and workload The organisation is known for being supportive, ethical and pragmatic. There's a strong sense of trust, very little ego, and a real focus on doing the right thing rather than ticking boxes.
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
We're partnering with a well respected not-for-profit organisation based in Bamber Bridge that supports vulnerable people across the local community. The organisation delivers a mix of frontline outreach services alongside a network of retail stores, creating a varied and operationally interesting environment from a finance perspective.They are now looking to appoint a Head of Finance to join their executive board and lead the finance function, providing clear, practical financial leadership to the organisation. The role You'll report directly to the Chief Executive, work closely with the senior leadership team and trustees, and manage a small finance team of two Finance Assistants.The role is hands-on and broad in scope, with responsibility for ensuring the organisation's finances are well controlled, clearly reported and fit to support decision making. It's not overly corporate or process-heavy, but it does require someone who is comfortable taking ownership and bringing structure where needed. Key responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts, including commentary and variance analysis Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management, with regular forward looking insight Full balance sheet ownership, including reconciliations and control accounts Oversight of day-to-day finance operations, including purchase ledger, sales invoicing, payroll reconciliation and payments Supporting non-finance managers to understand and use financial information Working with external accountants and auditors on year end and statutory requirements Ensuring financial controls, policies and processes are proportionate, robust and followed Acting as a trusted finance partner to the CEO and trustees Key Requirements: Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Open to candidates stepping up into a Financial Controller role, or those stepping down into a part-time position for greater flexibility and better work/life balance A creative, out of the box thinker who can solve problems without overcomplicating things Agile approach to working, comfortable adapting priorities as the organisation evolves Ability to move at pace and respond to changing business needs Demonstrates emotional intelligence, with the ability to engage appropriately with service users and non-finance colleagues Pragmatic, collaborative working style suited to a values-led, people-focused organisation Experience using Xero would be beneficial but not essential Knowledge of Charity SORP is helpful but not essential Benefits £60,000 FTE (£48,000 for 29 hours 4 days) 33 days annual leave (pro rata), rising to 36 with service - bank holidays included but can be taken flexibly to suit youPart-time role 29 hours per week - flexible on which days you choose Open to 4 full or 5 shorter days, depending on preference Hybrid working - 3 days office based, 1 day WFH (following probation) Pension of 6% employer / 2% employee A genuinely flexible, adult approach to working hours and workload The organisation is known for being supportive, ethical and pragmatic. There's a strong sense of trust, very little ego, and a real focus on doing the right thing rather than ticking boxes.
Job Title: Head of Centre Salary: £52,406 per annum, plus 15% ILW Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm Contract Type: 16 month fixed term contract Location: London Reports to: Director of Clinical Services THE CHARITY Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James' Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. James' Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn't find it. James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James' Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need. In early 2026 we will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands. THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an experienced clinician to join us on a Fixed Term Contract to cover a period of maternity leave. This is a key role in the organisation, leading our James' Place centre in London and taking overall responsibility for the clinical and operational management of the center. The Head of Centre will lead a team of suicide prevention therapists and will take responsibility for clinical oversight and governance. The Head of Centre is the guardian of ethos, culture and tone of James' Place. The role will work alongside the centre manager, overseeing the day-to-day operations, managing budgets and HR, and ensuring the safe and effective delivery of our service. The Head of Centre is also responsible for managing and reporting on the results and caseload in London, ensuring these are communicated accurately and clearly. As the most senior clinician at James' Place London, we expect you to be responsible for managing your own caseload which may involve up to 20% of your time. The Head of Centre plays a key role in raising the profile of James' Place London and will work closely with our fundraising and communications team to ensure that we are engaging with a wide range of local stakeholders and partners to drive referrals to the centre. They will work closely with our broad range of referrals partners, including the NHS, community, and charity partners. They will also work closely with our outreach team to ensure that men in crisis can reach us directly. The role is expected to work highly collaboratively with other Heads of Centre and senior managers to work towards our strategic plan and meet our charitable objectives. The post-holder will be expected to travel to other James' Place sites to assist in addressing issues as requested. The post holder must have a clear understanding of performance management of teams and individuals in teams and be able to ensure delivery from those they line manage. This will include ensuring that all suicide prevention therapists have minimal caseloads and achieve high quality outcomes. They will also, in collaboration with others, build effective pipelines and networks with local acute trusts, integrated care boards and services in primary care including mental health crisis teams. There will also be an expectation to lead on projects as directed by the Director of Clinical Services. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and Management: Act as a senior leader in the organisation, building close working relationships across charity, and ensuring a culture of excellence and improvement in all our work in London. Work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues in the London centre and across the charity to further our mission to deliver urgent clinical services to men in suicidal crisis. Develop and grow partnership and fundraising opportunities within the changing landscape of mental health provision locally. Oversee management and maintenance of the building through management of the Centre Manager. Lead and supervise the clinical team in London, ensuring that every man who comes to James' Place receives first class treatment and support. Maintain adequate staffing levels as guided by James' Place policies and procedures, e.g. sickness absence, performance management. Ensure all staff members receive appropriate and adequate, internal and external supervision and that staff members receive appropriate PDRs and PDPs in line with the needs of the charity. Develop new and existing engagement and referral pathways, ensuring high quality and informed referrals in the centre. Clinical: Be responsible for the clinical activity delivered at James' Place in London, ensuring the safety of the men who use the service and their supporters. Report on clinical outcomes for London, ensuring timely and accurate data collection and analysis. Manage local clinical governance, including risk assessments, with support from the Director of Clinical Services. Report on clinical metrics and wider progress across the London centre on a weekly and monthly basis. Work closely with the Director of Clinical Services to manage evaluation and research, particularly around London for data and outcomes. Act as an expert user of our clinical information system. Ensure appropriate care and management of all service users and their supporters. Carry a clinical caseload (approximately 20 per cent of working time). Create an environment in which confidentiality, privacy and dignity are respected and clear with service users about limits of confidentiality. Ensure that the whole team is aware of and proficient in avoiding stigma and promoting social inclusion, equality, and diversity. Ensure that all staff are trained appropriately in suicide prevention and in the James' Place intervention model. Ensure respect and sensitivity to service users' gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, background (including cultural, ethnic and religious background) and any disability. Provide cover for other Heads of Centre if required. Lead incident reviews and ensure appropriate safeguarding of men in our care. Represent the charity externally at local safeguarding and risk management forums. Fundraising and Finance: Manage the Centre budget and develop an effective working relationship with our finance team, with support from senior management. Maintain accurate and auditable budget records. Represent James' Place at a local level, establishing new relationships and continuing to foster established relationships with stakeholders. Represent James' Place in the media and at events, sharing learnings and promoting our work. On occasion, represent James' Place at a national level. Work closely and effectively with our local fundraiser and wider fundraising team, to meet agreed targets and KPIs, offering leadership and guidance on a local basis. James' Place Charity: Work closely with the Director of Clinical Services and other Executive Leadership Team members to deliver against the business plan and meet our charitable objectives. Promote the value and importance of service evaluation and support the London team to contribute towards the ongoing development of James' Place. Work with the team to further our understanding of men and suicidal crisis. Work with the Director of Clinical Services to devise and deliver specific identified projects to support the wider aims and mission of the charity. This will include providing leadership to clinical quality groups. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential: Clinician with HCPC/Social Work England / BACP qualification/NMC/UCKP or equivalent - i.e. psychotherapy, psychology, OT, mental health background Demonstrable experience of being accountable for the delivery of care / support for people accessing mental health or therapy services Experience delivering expert structured care in a mental health or therapy setting. Demonstrable experience of effective management of clinical and non-clinical staff Able to plan and deliver therapy sessions Ability to devise and deliver high quality presentations to stakeholders, funders, potential funders and academic partners Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the local health economy and be able to identify and break down barriers to the implementation of James' Place Experience of working with academic partners to enable evaluation and research Ability to demonstrate resilience in challenging situations Knowledge and understanding of suicide prevention . click apply for full job details
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Centre Salary: £52,406 per annum, plus 15% ILW Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm Contract Type: 16 month fixed term contract Location: London Reports to: Director of Clinical Services THE CHARITY Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James' Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London and Newcastle. James' Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley in 2008 after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn't find it. James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James' Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need. In early 2026 we will be opening our fourth centre in Birmingham. Our new centre in Birmingham will be there to support suicidal men living in the West Midlands. THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking an experienced clinician to join us on a Fixed Term Contract to cover a period of maternity leave. This is a key role in the organisation, leading our James' Place centre in London and taking overall responsibility for the clinical and operational management of the center. The Head of Centre will lead a team of suicide prevention therapists and will take responsibility for clinical oversight and governance. The Head of Centre is the guardian of ethos, culture and tone of James' Place. The role will work alongside the centre manager, overseeing the day-to-day operations, managing budgets and HR, and ensuring the safe and effective delivery of our service. The Head of Centre is also responsible for managing and reporting on the results and caseload in London, ensuring these are communicated accurately and clearly. As the most senior clinician at James' Place London, we expect you to be responsible for managing your own caseload which may involve up to 20% of your time. The Head of Centre plays a key role in raising the profile of James' Place London and will work closely with our fundraising and communications team to ensure that we are engaging with a wide range of local stakeholders and partners to drive referrals to the centre. They will work closely with our broad range of referrals partners, including the NHS, community, and charity partners. They will also work closely with our outreach team to ensure that men in crisis can reach us directly. The role is expected to work highly collaboratively with other Heads of Centre and senior managers to work towards our strategic plan and meet our charitable objectives. The post-holder will be expected to travel to other James' Place sites to assist in addressing issues as requested. The post holder must have a clear understanding of performance management of teams and individuals in teams and be able to ensure delivery from those they line manage. This will include ensuring that all suicide prevention therapists have minimal caseloads and achieve high quality outcomes. They will also, in collaboration with others, build effective pipelines and networks with local acute trusts, integrated care boards and services in primary care including mental health crisis teams. There will also be an expectation to lead on projects as directed by the Director of Clinical Services. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and Management: Act as a senior leader in the organisation, building close working relationships across charity, and ensuring a culture of excellence and improvement in all our work in London. Work closely with clinical and non-clinical colleagues in the London centre and across the charity to further our mission to deliver urgent clinical services to men in suicidal crisis. Develop and grow partnership and fundraising opportunities within the changing landscape of mental health provision locally. Oversee management and maintenance of the building through management of the Centre Manager. Lead and supervise the clinical team in London, ensuring that every man who comes to James' Place receives first class treatment and support. Maintain adequate staffing levels as guided by James' Place policies and procedures, e.g. sickness absence, performance management. Ensure all staff members receive appropriate and adequate, internal and external supervision and that staff members receive appropriate PDRs and PDPs in line with the needs of the charity. Develop new and existing engagement and referral pathways, ensuring high quality and informed referrals in the centre. Clinical: Be responsible for the clinical activity delivered at James' Place in London, ensuring the safety of the men who use the service and their supporters. Report on clinical outcomes for London, ensuring timely and accurate data collection and analysis. Manage local clinical governance, including risk assessments, with support from the Director of Clinical Services. Report on clinical metrics and wider progress across the London centre on a weekly and monthly basis. Work closely with the Director of Clinical Services to manage evaluation and research, particularly around London for data and outcomes. Act as an expert user of our clinical information system. Ensure appropriate care and management of all service users and their supporters. Carry a clinical caseload (approximately 20 per cent of working time). Create an environment in which confidentiality, privacy and dignity are respected and clear with service users about limits of confidentiality. Ensure that the whole team is aware of and proficient in avoiding stigma and promoting social inclusion, equality, and diversity. Ensure that all staff are trained appropriately in suicide prevention and in the James' Place intervention model. Ensure respect and sensitivity to service users' gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, background (including cultural, ethnic and religious background) and any disability. Provide cover for other Heads of Centre if required. Lead incident reviews and ensure appropriate safeguarding of men in our care. Represent the charity externally at local safeguarding and risk management forums. Fundraising and Finance: Manage the Centre budget and develop an effective working relationship with our finance team, with support from senior management. Maintain accurate and auditable budget records. Represent James' Place at a local level, establishing new relationships and continuing to foster established relationships with stakeholders. Represent James' Place in the media and at events, sharing learnings and promoting our work. On occasion, represent James' Place at a national level. Work closely and effectively with our local fundraiser and wider fundraising team, to meet agreed targets and KPIs, offering leadership and guidance on a local basis. James' Place Charity: Work closely with the Director of Clinical Services and other Executive Leadership Team members to deliver against the business plan and meet our charitable objectives. Promote the value and importance of service evaluation and support the London team to contribute towards the ongoing development of James' Place. Work with the team to further our understanding of men and suicidal crisis. Work with the Director of Clinical Services to devise and deliver specific identified projects to support the wider aims and mission of the charity. This will include providing leadership to clinical quality groups. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential: Clinician with HCPC/Social Work England / BACP qualification/NMC/UCKP or equivalent - i.e. psychotherapy, psychology, OT, mental health background Demonstrable experience of being accountable for the delivery of care / support for people accessing mental health or therapy services Experience delivering expert structured care in a mental health or therapy setting. Demonstrable experience of effective management of clinical and non-clinical staff Able to plan and deliver therapy sessions Ability to devise and deliver high quality presentations to stakeholders, funders, potential funders and academic partners Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the local health economy and be able to identify and break down barriers to the implementation of James' Place Experience of working with academic partners to enable evaluation and research Ability to demonstrate resilience in challenging situations Knowledge and understanding of suicide prevention . click apply for full job details
Employment Type: Full time Location: Remote, UK or Ireland Salary: £62,000 - £72,000 (GBP)25 days holiday plus other benefits. Closing: 9:00am, 4th May 2026 BST Job Description About GLAN GLAN is an independent non-profit organisation made up of lawyers, investigators and campaigners. We pursue legal action against powerful actors involved in serious human rights violations and environmental harms, working across borders with international and local grassroots organisations. Our vision is justice across borders. We are a fully remote team - our committed colleagues are spread across multiple countries, and we have offices in Ireland and the UK. We currently work across three key focus areas: Accountability for Atrocity Crimes Environment and Climate Litigation Abuses in Value Chains About the role The Chief Operating Officer at GLAN will play a crucial role in steering the team in the successful implementation of the charity's organisational strategy, and will be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day smooth running of the organisation - in order to build a sustainable, compliant, resilient and well-governed organisation. The ideal candidate We are looking for an experienced leader with a proven track-record of delivering financial oversight and overseeing complex budgets and projects to completion in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone who possesses excellent people skills, who is emotionally intelligent and can guide a dynamic team remotely. The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for the delivery of core services and will manage a core team of staff to deliver Finance, HR, Fundraising, Communications and Governance. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in a similar role, with in depth understanding of how charitable, purpose driven organisations operate. You must have excellent leadership skills, a solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics, financial planning and budgeting skills, and an advanced understanding of business planning, budget and project management. Key Responsibilities Senior Leadership Lead the Senior Leadership team in the implementation of our revised organisational strategy . Ensure organisation-wide financial oversight and operational business planning. Provide guidance and support to GLAN's team. Deputise for the CEO when necessary and take ownership of high-level decision-making. Operational oversight Maintain operational oversight so that legal, advocacy, funding and finance align with GLAN's organisational strategy. Oversee and facilitate the flow of information between the legal and operational teams so that our legal case works aligns with finances, commitments to funders, team capacity, and communications plans. Ensure that systems enable on-going monitoring of expenditure so that fundraising and finance are aware of gaps/underspends. Help ensure cases/teams are sufficiently resourced in terms of staff capacity. Ensure joined up working, and provide strategic guidance when challenges arise. People and culture Provide strong leadership to ensure a professional and healthy working culture. Build on GLAN's existing commitments to a working culture that is in line with our values, overseeing team-wide consistency to HR line-management, 1:1's, annual 360 reviews and performance. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff development and staff feedback. Ensure policies on anti-racism, equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are embedded in how we work. Support the embedding of GLAN's values across GLAN's work. Oversee relationship and dialogue between GLAN's SLT and Trade Union representatives. Governance and Board relationships Lead on ensuring that GLAN is compliant with our legal, regulatory, health & safety, data protection / GDPR and employment law obligations. Ensure we have all necessary policies in place and take the lead on coordinating the establishment and review of existing and further policies. Oversee the regular review of GLAN's risk management frameworks and our risk register. Oversee GLAN's governance structures (internal reporting, Board meetings etc.), ensuring decisions are well informed and documented. Financial oversight Oversee financial operations: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, expenditure controls, financial reporting, payroll. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements and donor / funder financial reporting obligations. Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, banks, and financial service providers. Ensure best practices are followed and financial risk is identified and managed appropriately. Operations Ensure the smooth running of IT, data protection, office management. Managing relationships with our external providers. Person Specification Essential Minimum of 8 years of experience in senior leadership roles, delivering successful organisational financial oversight- with expertise in business planning and complex project management. Demonstrable experience of high-level budgeting, forecasting, auditing, proven accountability for ensuring financial sustainability and compliance. Minimum of 10 year's line management experience. Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills, able to bridge between high-level strategy and operational detail. Sound judgement, risk-management and governance experience; familiarity with compliance, data protection / GDPR, employment law etc. Exceptionally organised and able to manage multiple priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex operational, financial or legal information clearly. Strong collaborative approach, ability to work across teams, offer guidance to other senior level staff, and clear people management skills. Expertise in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, particularly in the charity sector. Understanding of UK charity law and governance, including experience with Board of Trustees. Aptitude in decision making and problem solving, and confidence in providing guidance to boards and CEO. Warm, people-centred and positive approach. Emotionally intelligent, able to self-reflect, be honest and conduct open conversations with sensitivity. Solution-orientated, able to anticipate and resolve challenges. Strong alignment with GLAN's values and our mission. Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and committed to GLAN's ongoing anti-racist learning and practice. Commitment to developing an organisational culture in which our team thrives and we can achieve meaningful impact in our work. Ability to handle difficult situations and handle confidential information. Ability to balance GLAN's operational priorities with our values. Desirable Experience of operating in non-profit / mission-driven / legal organisations. Previous experience working in a human rights or environmental protection focussed setting. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership . Experience of supporting culture building. Experience of working to decolonial commitments. Experience of delivering organisational change programmes. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership Commitment to equity, learning and continuous improvement. Knowledge of HR practices and employment law. Fundraising experience. Accountancy qualification, Leadership or management qualifications, Project management qualifications e.g. Prince2 Our values Decolonial - We are committed to building decolonial, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive approaches at GLAN. Collective Power - We believe lasting change is built through collective action and power sharing. Responsive - Working across interconnected global systems that are ever in flux, we aim to be adaptable, nimble and responsive to make the biggest impact we can. Steadfast - We know the kind of change we want to see won't happen overnight, that's why we strongly value patience and persistence. Self-Reflective - We recognise the power and privilege we hold as an organization. We're committed to fostering a culture of honesty, reflection, and continuous learning, constantly examining how we work within the system and why to help us strengthen both our organisation and the movements we support work within the system. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We particularly welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of the issues that GLAN works on. We strongly encourage applications from disabled candidates, older candidates, and Black and racially minoritised candidates, who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. We use an anonymised recruitment process to ensure fairness . click apply for full job details
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Employment Type: Full time Location: Remote, UK or Ireland Salary: £62,000 - £72,000 (GBP)25 days holiday plus other benefits. Closing: 9:00am, 4th May 2026 BST Job Description About GLAN GLAN is an independent non-profit organisation made up of lawyers, investigators and campaigners. We pursue legal action against powerful actors involved in serious human rights violations and environmental harms, working across borders with international and local grassroots organisations. Our vision is justice across borders. We are a fully remote team - our committed colleagues are spread across multiple countries, and we have offices in Ireland and the UK. We currently work across three key focus areas: Accountability for Atrocity Crimes Environment and Climate Litigation Abuses in Value Chains About the role The Chief Operating Officer at GLAN will play a crucial role in steering the team in the successful implementation of the charity's organisational strategy, and will be responsible for ensuring the day-to-day smooth running of the organisation - in order to build a sustainable, compliant, resilient and well-governed organisation. The ideal candidate We are looking for an experienced leader with a proven track-record of delivering financial oversight and overseeing complex budgets and projects to completion in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for someone who possesses excellent people skills, who is emotionally intelligent and can guide a dynamic team remotely. The Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for the delivery of core services and will manage a core team of staff to deliver Finance, HR, Fundraising, Communications and Governance. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in a similar role, with in depth understanding of how charitable, purpose driven organisations operate. You must have excellent leadership skills, a solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics, financial planning and budgeting skills, and an advanced understanding of business planning, budget and project management. Key Responsibilities Senior Leadership Lead the Senior Leadership team in the implementation of our revised organisational strategy . Ensure organisation-wide financial oversight and operational business planning. Provide guidance and support to GLAN's team. Deputise for the CEO when necessary and take ownership of high-level decision-making. Operational oversight Maintain operational oversight so that legal, advocacy, funding and finance align with GLAN's organisational strategy. Oversee and facilitate the flow of information between the legal and operational teams so that our legal case works aligns with finances, commitments to funders, team capacity, and communications plans. Ensure that systems enable on-going monitoring of expenditure so that fundraising and finance are aware of gaps/underspends. Help ensure cases/teams are sufficiently resourced in terms of staff capacity. Ensure joined up working, and provide strategic guidance when challenges arise. People and culture Provide strong leadership to ensure a professional and healthy working culture. Build on GLAN's existing commitments to a working culture that is in line with our values, overseeing team-wide consistency to HR line-management, 1:1's, annual 360 reviews and performance. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff development and staff feedback. Ensure policies on anti-racism, equality, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing are embedded in how we work. Support the embedding of GLAN's values across GLAN's work. Oversee relationship and dialogue between GLAN's SLT and Trade Union representatives. Governance and Board relationships Lead on ensuring that GLAN is compliant with our legal, regulatory, health & safety, data protection / GDPR and employment law obligations. Ensure we have all necessary policies in place and take the lead on coordinating the establishment and review of existing and further policies. Oversee the regular review of GLAN's risk management frameworks and our risk register. Oversee GLAN's governance structures (internal reporting, Board meetings etc.), ensuring decisions are well informed and documented. Financial oversight Oversee financial operations: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, expenditure controls, financial reporting, payroll. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements and donor / funder financial reporting obligations. Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, banks, and financial service providers. Ensure best practices are followed and financial risk is identified and managed appropriately. Operations Ensure the smooth running of IT, data protection, office management. Managing relationships with our external providers. Person Specification Essential Minimum of 8 years of experience in senior leadership roles, delivering successful organisational financial oversight- with expertise in business planning and complex project management. Demonstrable experience of high-level budgeting, forecasting, auditing, proven accountability for ensuring financial sustainability and compliance. Minimum of 10 year's line management experience. Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills, able to bridge between high-level strategy and operational detail. Sound judgement, risk-management and governance experience; familiarity with compliance, data protection / GDPR, employment law etc. Exceptionally organised and able to manage multiple priorities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present complex operational, financial or legal information clearly. Strong collaborative approach, ability to work across teams, offer guidance to other senior level staff, and clear people management skills. Expertise in ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures, particularly in the charity sector. Understanding of UK charity law and governance, including experience with Board of Trustees. Aptitude in decision making and problem solving, and confidence in providing guidance to boards and CEO. Warm, people-centred and positive approach. Emotionally intelligent, able to self-reflect, be honest and conduct open conversations with sensitivity. Solution-orientated, able to anticipate and resolve challenges. Strong alignment with GLAN's values and our mission. Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and committed to GLAN's ongoing anti-racist learning and practice. Commitment to developing an organisational culture in which our team thrives and we can achieve meaningful impact in our work. Ability to handle difficult situations and handle confidential information. Ability to balance GLAN's operational priorities with our values. Desirable Experience of operating in non-profit / mission-driven / legal organisations. Previous experience working in a human rights or environmental protection focussed setting. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership . Experience of supporting culture building. Experience of working to decolonial commitments. Experience of delivering organisational change programmes. Legal or compliance experience. Experience of change management and scaling teams or systems. Experience of hybrid / remote team leadership Commitment to equity, learning and continuous improvement. Knowledge of HR practices and employment law. Fundraising experience. Accountancy qualification, Leadership or management qualifications, Project management qualifications e.g. Prince2 Our values Decolonial - We are committed to building decolonial, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive approaches at GLAN. Collective Power - We believe lasting change is built through collective action and power sharing. Responsive - Working across interconnected global systems that are ever in flux, we aim to be adaptable, nimble and responsive to make the biggest impact we can. Steadfast - We know the kind of change we want to see won't happen overnight, that's why we strongly value patience and persistence. Self-Reflective - We recognise the power and privilege we hold as an organization. We're committed to fostering a culture of honesty, reflection, and continuous learning, constantly examining how we work within the system and why to help us strengthen both our organisation and the movements we support work within the system. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion We particularly welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of the issues that GLAN works on. We strongly encourage applications from disabled candidates, older candidates, and Black and racially minoritised candidates, who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. We use an anonymised recruitment process to ensure fairness . click apply for full job details
Head of Finance Job reference - REQ004748 £80,000pa London Office/Remote Worker Job description 1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We're here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. We are looking for a Head of Finance to lead Scope's finance function and be a key member of the Leadership Team. The role supports delivery of our strategic priorities by ensuring Scope has strong financial control, high quality financial data and insight, and efficient finance and procurement services. Permanent, Full time (35 hours a week) Location: Here East Press Centre, 14 East Bay Lane, London, E15 2GW and working from home. About the role The Finance team works across three areas: Finance Systems and Data, Financial Control and Compliance, and Business Partnering. This role leads and develops these teams, ensuring they work well together and provide excellent support to colleagues across Scope. The postholder is responsible for financial strategy, statutory and fiscal reporting, treasury management, budgeting and forecasting, and safeguarding the charity's assets. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and senior leaders, the role ensures financial insight is embedded in decision making across the organisation. You will: Lead and manage a high performing finance function, ensuring strong financial control and high standards of service. Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management across Scope, working closely with the Head of Planning. Ensure timely, accurate and clear management reporting to support decision making and performance monitoring. Lead the delivery of statutory reporting, including the annual report and accounts, and ensure audits run smoothly. Maintain effective financial policies, procedures and delegated authority frameworks. Support the CFO in developing and delivering Scope's financial strategy. Provide financial reporting and insight to the Executive Leadership Team, Leadership Team, Committees and Board of Trustees. Lead and support change, improving financial systems, processes and ways of working. Work with colleagues across Scope to assess the financial impact, risks and opportunities of new proposals. Develop, support and motivate finance colleagues, building capability, resilience and confidence. Act as a senior leader at Scope, role modelling collaborative, inclusive and values led leadership. For more information about the role's responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please visit our website. Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description. About you We are looking for a senior finance leader with strong technical expertise and a collaborative leadership style. You will be confident working at a strategic level, while also ensuring strong day to day financial control and delivery. You will be comfortable leading teams through change, building strong relationships across the organisation, and translating complex financial information into clear insight for non finance colleagues. To be successful, you will have: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Senior level experience in a finance leadership role within an organisation of similar scale and complexity. Strong experience of budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial control. Experience leading and developing teams during periods of change. Strong analytical, financial and commercial skills. The ability to communicate clearly and influence at senior level. A collaborative leadership style, with high emotional intelligence and sound judgement. It would be great if you also bring: Experience working in the charity or not for profit sector. Understanding of the social model of disability. Knowledge of charity fundraising models, risks and controls. Experience leading finance systems improvements or implementations. Experience overseeing retail or trading finance operations. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds. We also ask you to share how you support Scope's values and contribute to our mission of creating an equal future with disabled people. Additional information You must have the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. We cannot provide visa sponsorship. Anonymised applications We use an anonymised application process to support our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. All applicants must submit an anonymised CV and complete a short online application form. Our values Pioneering, Courageous, Connected, Open, Fair. We trust each other and give colleagues freedom to be creative, push boundaries, and change minds. Our promise to disabled people We are proud to be a charity that stands for disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, condition, or access need. We want our team to reflect the communities we serve. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to ensuring disabled applicants are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. If you meet all the essential requirements for this role and choose to apply under the Offer an Interview Scheme (previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme), we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants are offered an interview. To opt in, simply tick the relevant box in the application form to let us know you would like to be considered under this scheme. If you need any changes or support during the recruitment process, please email us via our website. You can also find more details about asking for adjustments at interview on our website. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) EDI is a priority at Scope. We welcome applications from people of colour and other underrepresented communities. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels they belong, treating all with dignity and respect. As a disability equality charity, accessibility and inclusion come first. We listen, learn and continuously improve. You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website. Benefits 27 days holiday and bank holidays Flexible, hybrid, and remote working options Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years Company pension Excellent training and career development Strong colleague networks (disability, race, LGBTQ+, gender, social mobility, carers, young people) Discounted gym membership, cycle-to-work scheme, and more How to apply Please visit our website via the link and apply online. Closing date for applications: 11:59pm GMT, Friday 24 April 2026
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance Job reference - REQ004748 £80,000pa London Office/Remote Worker Job description 1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We're here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. We are looking for a Head of Finance to lead Scope's finance function and be a key member of the Leadership Team. The role supports delivery of our strategic priorities by ensuring Scope has strong financial control, high quality financial data and insight, and efficient finance and procurement services. Permanent, Full time (35 hours a week) Location: Here East Press Centre, 14 East Bay Lane, London, E15 2GW and working from home. About the role The Finance team works across three areas: Finance Systems and Data, Financial Control and Compliance, and Business Partnering. This role leads and develops these teams, ensuring they work well together and provide excellent support to colleagues across Scope. The postholder is responsible for financial strategy, statutory and fiscal reporting, treasury management, budgeting and forecasting, and safeguarding the charity's assets. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and senior leaders, the role ensures financial insight is embedded in decision making across the organisation. You will: Lead and manage a high performing finance function, ensuring strong financial control and high standards of service. Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management across Scope, working closely with the Head of Planning. Ensure timely, accurate and clear management reporting to support decision making and performance monitoring. Lead the delivery of statutory reporting, including the annual report and accounts, and ensure audits run smoothly. Maintain effective financial policies, procedures and delegated authority frameworks. Support the CFO in developing and delivering Scope's financial strategy. Provide financial reporting and insight to the Executive Leadership Team, Leadership Team, Committees and Board of Trustees. Lead and support change, improving financial systems, processes and ways of working. Work with colleagues across Scope to assess the financial impact, risks and opportunities of new proposals. Develop, support and motivate finance colleagues, building capability, resilience and confidence. Act as a senior leader at Scope, role modelling collaborative, inclusive and values led leadership. For more information about the role's responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please visit our website. Please include examples in your application that show how your skills, experience, and values match the person specification in the job description. About you We are looking for a senior finance leader with strong technical expertise and a collaborative leadership style. You will be confident working at a strategic level, while also ensuring strong day to day financial control and delivery. You will be comfortable leading teams through change, building strong relationships across the organisation, and translating complex financial information into clear insight for non finance colleagues. To be successful, you will have: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent). Senior level experience in a finance leadership role within an organisation of similar scale and complexity. Strong experience of budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial control. Experience leading and developing teams during periods of change. Strong analytical, financial and commercial skills. The ability to communicate clearly and influence at senior level. A collaborative leadership style, with high emotional intelligence and sound judgement. It would be great if you also bring: Experience working in the charity or not for profit sector. Understanding of the social model of disability. Knowledge of charity fundraising models, risks and controls. Experience leading finance systems improvements or implementations. Experience overseeing retail or trading finance operations. We welcome applications from people with lived experience of disability and from all backgrounds. We also ask you to share how you support Scope's values and contribute to our mission of creating an equal future with disabled people. Additional information You must have the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role. We cannot provide visa sponsorship. Anonymised applications We use an anonymised application process to support our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. All applicants must submit an anonymised CV and complete a short online application form. Our values Pioneering, Courageous, Connected, Open, Fair. We trust each other and give colleagues freedom to be creative, push boundaries, and change minds. Our promise to disabled people We are proud to be a charity that stands for disability equality. We welcome applications from disabled people and anyone with an impairment, condition, or access need. We want our team to reflect the communities we serve. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to ensuring disabled applicants are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. If you meet all the essential requirements for this role and choose to apply under the Offer an Interview Scheme (previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme), we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants are offered an interview. To opt in, simply tick the relevant box in the application form to let us know you would like to be considered under this scheme. If you need any changes or support during the recruitment process, please email us via our website. You can also find more details about asking for adjustments at interview on our website. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) EDI is a priority at Scope. We welcome applications from people of colour and other underrepresented communities. We aim to create a culture where everyone feels they belong, treating all with dignity and respect. As a disability equality charity, accessibility and inclusion come first. We listen, learn and continuously improve. You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website. Benefits 27 days holiday and bank holidays Flexible, hybrid, and remote working options Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years Company pension Excellent training and career development Strong colleague networks (disability, race, LGBTQ+, gender, social mobility, carers, young people) Discounted gym membership, cycle-to-work scheme, and more How to apply Please visit our website via the link and apply online. Closing date for applications: 11:59pm GMT, Friday 24 April 2026
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Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Administrative Assistant - Community Organisation Permanent (Part-time, 12-15 hours per week) Location: Borehamwood & Elstree Sector: Administration Salary: £31,500 FTE, actual salary approx. £13,500 Job Reference: J-6702 Application Deadline: 10th May 2026 About the Role Borehamwood & Elstree Synagogue (BES) is seeking a warm, organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to support the smooth running of synagogue life and community activity. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of a vibrant Jewish community, supporting lifecycle events, administration, communications and events. You will work closely with colleagues across administration, finance, marketing, events and the rabbinic team, ensuring members receive a professional, caring and high quality service at all times. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility and working with people, and who has a strong understanding of Jewish customs and community life. Key Responsibilities Assist with lifecycle events including births, bereavements, yahrzeits, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, weddings and community activities. Provide administrative support to the office team, including occasional out of hours support for bereavements and weddings. Support the Marketing and Events Administrator with event planning, logistics, compliance requirements and on site event delivery. Assist with event promotion, social media updates and website content. Support financial administration, including documentation for Kaytana (summer camp) payments. Assist the Rabbinic Executive Assistant with CRP documentation. Provide additional support during Jewish festivals and busy community periods. Maintain confidentiality, discretion and professionalism at all times. Act as an ambassador for The United Synagogue and work collaboratively with colleagues to support the Charity's mission and values. About You We are looking for someone who brings both practical administrative skills and a genuine commitment to Jewish community life. Demonstrable knowledge of Jewish customs and practices. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks. Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience using social media platforms (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok). Experience using Canva. Ability to read and write Hebrew. Experience with minute taking, event compliance or risk assessments. Knowledge of website management or additional design software. For more information about the role, or to receive a personal recommendation, please contact our recruitment team. Tali - or Yael -
Apr 13, 2026
Full time
Administrative Assistant - Community Organisation Permanent (Part-time, 12-15 hours per week) Location: Borehamwood & Elstree Sector: Administration Salary: £31,500 FTE, actual salary approx. £13,500 Job Reference: J-6702 Application Deadline: 10th May 2026 About the Role Borehamwood & Elstree Synagogue (BES) is seeking a warm, organised and proactive Administrative Assistant to support the smooth running of synagogue life and community activity. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of a vibrant Jewish community, supporting lifecycle events, administration, communications and events. You will work closely with colleagues across administration, finance, marketing, events and the rabbinic team, ensuring members receive a professional, caring and high quality service at all times. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility and working with people, and who has a strong understanding of Jewish customs and community life. Key Responsibilities Assist with lifecycle events including births, bereavements, yahrzeits, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, weddings and community activities. Provide administrative support to the office team, including occasional out of hours support for bereavements and weddings. Support the Marketing and Events Administrator with event planning, logistics, compliance requirements and on site event delivery. Assist with event promotion, social media updates and website content. Support financial administration, including documentation for Kaytana (summer camp) payments. Assist the Rabbinic Executive Assistant with CRP documentation. Provide additional support during Jewish festivals and busy community periods. Maintain confidentiality, discretion and professionalism at all times. Act as an ambassador for The United Synagogue and work collaboratively with colleagues to support the Charity's mission and values. About You We are looking for someone who brings both practical administrative skills and a genuine commitment to Jewish community life. Demonstrable knowledge of Jewish customs and practices. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks. Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience using social media platforms (Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok). Experience using Canva. Ability to read and write Hebrew. Experience with minute taking, event compliance or risk assessments. Knowledge of website management or additional design software. For more information about the role, or to receive a personal recommendation, please contact our recruitment team. Tali - or Yael -
We know that our people are our biggest investment and finding the right people who will put our customers first and provide world class service is a tough job which is why, when we find talented people, we want to develop them and enable them to grow a career with us, not just fill a seat in a contact centre. At V12 Retail Finance we offer a multitude of financial services career pathways, beginning in the heart of the business; our customer services team. Here you will get to know the inner workings of Retail Finance whilst interacting daily with our customers and getting to know what is important to them and delivering great outcomes on every call. From here you can discover various specialisms via our 'Connect and Learn' scheme and choose which career path you wish to follow from Underwriting and Fraud Prevention to Specialist Customer Support, account management and much more. What you will do As a Customer Service Executive, you will be based within our contact centre and work with our customers to help them with their queries, carrying out day to day transactions and providing excellent customer outcomes at all times. You'll make a positive impact on every customer call, efficiently and effectively having the right conversations with them to meet their needs, building excellent relationships over the telephone, and providing a friendly, timely and professional service. Our current opening hours are Monday-Friday 9-5pm, our contractual hours are Monday to Friday 8.00am - 8.00pm, Saturday 9.00am to 6.00pm and Sunday 10.00am to 5.00pm and we may look to extend opening hours in the future. You will be scheduled a flexible shift pattern covering these hours for a total of 35 hours per week. During training you will work full time onsite in our Cardiff office, thereafter you will be able to work on a hybrid basis (50% in office). Can you do it? We are looking for potential. People who want to build a career in financial services and will bring the behaviours that we value; Customer focus, ownership, forward thinking, team work and risk awareness. If you are a proactive individual who has a flair for customer service, good attention to detail and thrives as a part of a lively team then you could be part of a growing business who are approachable, driven and hold the customer at the heart of everything they do. If successful you will receive a comprehensive induction and training programme to ensure you have the expert knowledge and confidence to service our customer's needs. As part of on-going development for you we will work with you to design a development plan that is unique to your own requirements that will help you grow not only in the team but also within the business. How you will be rewarded Along with a competitive salary you also get; Annual bonus scheme Life assurance Matched pension contributions 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off, on us! A wide range of flexible benefits from Cycle2Work to private healthcare Online GP/Physio service and other wellbeing benefits Free fruit and hot drinks throughout the day Paid volunteering days and matched charity fundraising Free parking At V12 Retail Finance you will not be a small cog in a big wheel, you will have the autonomy to use your skills and experience to drive our business forward and have a tangible effect on our success. In return you will receive a competitive salary package, inclusion in the company bonus scheme, share save scheme and a suite of flexible benefits and discounts that you can opt into to suit your lifestyle, from gym membership to private medical cover. As a business we celebrate achievement and have a range of generous recognition schemes that reward both individual and team successes. We also offer free fruit, hot & cold drinks throughout the day and dedicated breakout areas. We offer excellent in house training and development schemes and a range of external qualifications to enable your progression and career development. Every single member of our team has a personal development plan to help them achieve their goals, whatever their career ambitions.
Apr 12, 2026
Full time
We know that our people are our biggest investment and finding the right people who will put our customers first and provide world class service is a tough job which is why, when we find talented people, we want to develop them and enable them to grow a career with us, not just fill a seat in a contact centre. At V12 Retail Finance we offer a multitude of financial services career pathways, beginning in the heart of the business; our customer services team. Here you will get to know the inner workings of Retail Finance whilst interacting daily with our customers and getting to know what is important to them and delivering great outcomes on every call. From here you can discover various specialisms via our 'Connect and Learn' scheme and choose which career path you wish to follow from Underwriting and Fraud Prevention to Specialist Customer Support, account management and much more. What you will do As a Customer Service Executive, you will be based within our contact centre and work with our customers to help them with their queries, carrying out day to day transactions and providing excellent customer outcomes at all times. You'll make a positive impact on every customer call, efficiently and effectively having the right conversations with them to meet their needs, building excellent relationships over the telephone, and providing a friendly, timely and professional service. Our current opening hours are Monday-Friday 9-5pm, our contractual hours are Monday to Friday 8.00am - 8.00pm, Saturday 9.00am to 6.00pm and Sunday 10.00am to 5.00pm and we may look to extend opening hours in the future. You will be scheduled a flexible shift pattern covering these hours for a total of 35 hours per week. During training you will work full time onsite in our Cardiff office, thereafter you will be able to work on a hybrid basis (50% in office). Can you do it? We are looking for potential. People who want to build a career in financial services and will bring the behaviours that we value; Customer focus, ownership, forward thinking, team work and risk awareness. If you are a proactive individual who has a flair for customer service, good attention to detail and thrives as a part of a lively team then you could be part of a growing business who are approachable, driven and hold the customer at the heart of everything they do. If successful you will receive a comprehensive induction and training programme to ensure you have the expert knowledge and confidence to service our customer's needs. As part of on-going development for you we will work with you to design a development plan that is unique to your own requirements that will help you grow not only in the team but also within the business. How you will be rewarded Along with a competitive salary you also get; Annual bonus scheme Life assurance Matched pension contributions 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off, on us! A wide range of flexible benefits from Cycle2Work to private healthcare Online GP/Physio service and other wellbeing benefits Free fruit and hot drinks throughout the day Paid volunteering days and matched charity fundraising Free parking At V12 Retail Finance you will not be a small cog in a big wheel, you will have the autonomy to use your skills and experience to drive our business forward and have a tangible effect on our success. In return you will receive a competitive salary package, inclusion in the company bonus scheme, share save scheme and a suite of flexible benefits and discounts that you can opt into to suit your lifestyle, from gym membership to private medical cover. As a business we celebrate achievement and have a range of generous recognition schemes that reward both individual and team successes. We also offer free fruit, hot & cold drinks throughout the day and dedicated breakout areas. We offer excellent in house training and development schemes and a range of external qualifications to enable your progression and career development. Every single member of our team has a personal development plan to help them achieve their goals, whatever their career ambitions.
Chief Executive Part-time role - £48,000 - £50,000 per year FTE plus pension. 15 hours per week, usually balanced across 3 or 4 days per week. Reports to Chairman. Location: Hybrid role. Must reside in Hertfordshire and be flexible to work from Welwyn village office and home as needed. Must have own transportation for occasional meetings / events all over Hertfordshire. About CPRE Hertfordshire CPRE Hertfordshire is the countryside charity for Hertfordshire. We campaign to protect, promote and enhance the beautiful countryside across the county for the benefit of everyone. We are an independent charity federated with 40+ county charities and a national office, giving us local, regional and national reach. Our CPRE National Patron is King Charles III. Job description We are looking for an exceptional individual who can work with and motivate volunteers, take a strategic view on issues affecting the Hertfordshire countryside and represent CPRE Hertfordshire at events and through media. The role also involves management of a small staff team, the oversight of our Governance including finances, reporting, budget, fundraising, communications and volunteer management. This is an exciting time to join CPRE Hertfordshire, as the candidate will be able to build and influence the new long-term strategy and annual plan with our Board of Trustees in advance of 2027. The Chief Executive is responsible for: 1. Contributing to and driving the implementation of CPRE Hertfordshire s strategy. 2. Delivering effective and efficient operational performance of the charity including robust contingency arrangements. 3. Providing exceptional leadership and management of the team both paid staff and volunteers and further growing our volunteer cadre. 4. Delivering the marketing and communications strategy, including membership acquisition and retention communications, email and social media marketing. 5. Leading and managing local Branch campaigns and projects as agreed by the Board of Trustees. 6. Devising and overseeing activities to increase recruitment of new CPRE members. 7. Devising fundraising activities in line with agreed targets in collaboration with the Board of Trustees. 8. Overseeing our planning activities, including interaction with those in national and local government roles and community groups, and ensuring the charity keeps up to date with current national and local planning policy. 9. Attending regular meetings with national CPRE and other county branches to share knowledge, formulate one CPRE policy positions, and participate in national campaigns. 10. Ensure that the annual operating budget is met and continually look for cost savings across all lines of expenditure. 11. Ensuring that all risk factors faced by the charity in undertaking its activities are clearly understood and mitigated as appropriate. 12. Ensuring the charity keeps up to date with appropriate external best practices and maintains compliance with relevant charity commission and other regulations such as HSE and GDPR. Essential 1. Successful track record of organisational leadership from a not-for-profit sector role. 2. Demonstrable evidence of exceptional people and team leadership and management skills. 3. Good communication skills and knowledge of social media and websites to support delivery of a marketing strategy. 4. Experience presenting to large groups, taking part in media interviews and writing formal reports. 5. Experience of operational delivery, a completer-finisher. 6. Good financial management and budgeting skills. 7. Full UK driving license with access to own transportation (for occasional meetings and events around the county). 8. A passion for the countryside and protection of the environment. Desirable 1. Experience with a variety of digital tools and technologies. 2. Knowledge of income generation/fundraising. 3. Good understanding of marketing and communications. 4. Strong project management skills. 5. Able and committed to taking on new knowledge, in particular of the planning system, sufficient for effective oversight of the planning team and activity. How to Apply: Please provide your CV along with a covering statement describing how your achievements, skills and experience match the requirements of the role and apply via Charity Jobs. Recruitment Timetable and Process Closing date for applications is Saturday 2nd May 2026 at 11.30pm and we will aim to respond to candidates on first interviews by Friday 8th May 2026. First interviews will be held on Wednesday 20th May at our office in Welwyn Village.
Apr 11, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Part-time role - £48,000 - £50,000 per year FTE plus pension. 15 hours per week, usually balanced across 3 or 4 days per week. Reports to Chairman. Location: Hybrid role. Must reside in Hertfordshire and be flexible to work from Welwyn village office and home as needed. Must have own transportation for occasional meetings / events all over Hertfordshire. About CPRE Hertfordshire CPRE Hertfordshire is the countryside charity for Hertfordshire. We campaign to protect, promote and enhance the beautiful countryside across the county for the benefit of everyone. We are an independent charity federated with 40+ county charities and a national office, giving us local, regional and national reach. Our CPRE National Patron is King Charles III. Job description We are looking for an exceptional individual who can work with and motivate volunteers, take a strategic view on issues affecting the Hertfordshire countryside and represent CPRE Hertfordshire at events and through media. The role also involves management of a small staff team, the oversight of our Governance including finances, reporting, budget, fundraising, communications and volunteer management. This is an exciting time to join CPRE Hertfordshire, as the candidate will be able to build and influence the new long-term strategy and annual plan with our Board of Trustees in advance of 2027. The Chief Executive is responsible for: 1. Contributing to and driving the implementation of CPRE Hertfordshire s strategy. 2. Delivering effective and efficient operational performance of the charity including robust contingency arrangements. 3. Providing exceptional leadership and management of the team both paid staff and volunteers and further growing our volunteer cadre. 4. Delivering the marketing and communications strategy, including membership acquisition and retention communications, email and social media marketing. 5. Leading and managing local Branch campaigns and projects as agreed by the Board of Trustees. 6. Devising and overseeing activities to increase recruitment of new CPRE members. 7. Devising fundraising activities in line with agreed targets in collaboration with the Board of Trustees. 8. Overseeing our planning activities, including interaction with those in national and local government roles and community groups, and ensuring the charity keeps up to date with current national and local planning policy. 9. Attending regular meetings with national CPRE and other county branches to share knowledge, formulate one CPRE policy positions, and participate in national campaigns. 10. Ensure that the annual operating budget is met and continually look for cost savings across all lines of expenditure. 11. Ensuring that all risk factors faced by the charity in undertaking its activities are clearly understood and mitigated as appropriate. 12. Ensuring the charity keeps up to date with appropriate external best practices and maintains compliance with relevant charity commission and other regulations such as HSE and GDPR. Essential 1. Successful track record of organisational leadership from a not-for-profit sector role. 2. Demonstrable evidence of exceptional people and team leadership and management skills. 3. Good communication skills and knowledge of social media and websites to support delivery of a marketing strategy. 4. Experience presenting to large groups, taking part in media interviews and writing formal reports. 5. Experience of operational delivery, a completer-finisher. 6. Good financial management and budgeting skills. 7. Full UK driving license with access to own transportation (for occasional meetings and events around the county). 8. A passion for the countryside and protection of the environment. Desirable 1. Experience with a variety of digital tools and technologies. 2. Knowledge of income generation/fundraising. 3. Good understanding of marketing and communications. 4. Strong project management skills. 5. Able and committed to taking on new knowledge, in particular of the planning system, sufficient for effective oversight of the planning team and activity. How to Apply: Please provide your CV along with a covering statement describing how your achievements, skills and experience match the requirements of the role and apply via Charity Jobs. Recruitment Timetable and Process Closing date for applications is Saturday 2nd May 2026 at 11.30pm and we will aim to respond to candidates on first interviews by Friday 8th May 2026. First interviews will be held on Wednesday 20th May at our office in Welwyn Village.
MediCinema is a unique and pioneering charity working at the heart of NHS hospitals to improve the wellbeing of patients, families and carers through the transformative power of cinema. For 25 years, we have brought the magic of film to people experiencing some of the most difficult moments of their lives-helping to reduce pain, anxiety, stress and loneliness, and offering a vital sense of normality, connection and hope. Operating fully accessible cinemas built inside hospital environments, our state-of-the-art spaces accommodate hospital beds, wheelchairs, and essential medical equipment, ensuring a safe and supportive experience for patients of all ages and backgrounds. Thanks to strong partnerships with major film studios and distributors, we screen the latest releases every week, free of charge, for thousands of patients across the UK. MediCinema's national footprint continues to grow, with cinemas across the UK, including London, Newcastle, Glasgow, Newport and Liverpool. Recognised with BAFTA's Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award in 2025, we are now entering an exciting phase of strategic expansion-aiming to establish a MediCinema in every NHS region across the UK. To ensure our growth is supported, we are seeking a values-driven Director of Finance and Business Operations to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal moment in our growth. Director of Finance and Business Operations MediCinema London Bridge (3 days per week) + Hybrid working Up to £72,000 The role Reporting to the CEO, this new role will ensure MediCinema's financial strength, operational excellence and people-centred culture as we consolidate our recent growth and proceed with our plans for more sites across the UK. You will lead finance, HR and organisational operations, overseeing systems, compliance and high-quality corporate services that support our national expansion. From financial planning and audit, to overseeing IT and digital development, to ensuring a solid HR strategy and people practices, you will ensure the infrastructure behind our therapeutic services remains robust, efficient and future-ready. A hands-on leader (supported by external experts), you will bring clarity, rigour and creativity to a purpose-led charity striving to improve patient experiences across the NHS. About you We are seeking a collaborative, ambitious and hands-on leader with: Solid experience overseeing finance functions, budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting A strong understanding of HR, operations, compliance and governance in small or growing organisations Excellent project management skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach The ability to build supportive, trusting relationships across a small, dedicated team and with external advisors A deep connection to MediCinema's mission and values: Care, Connect, Create Experience in the charity, health or social impact sectors, as well as an accounting qualification, are desirable but not essential. How to Apply If you have any queries or wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact our retained advisors Anna Gardet or Erica Ritchie via email with a copy of your CV: Recruitment Timetable Deadline for applications: Sunday 10th May 2026. Interviews with Prospectus: 15-21st May 2026. Engagement sessions with senior leadership team: 29th May 2026. Interviews with MediCinema: Week commencing 1st June 2026.
Apr 10, 2026
Full time
MediCinema is a unique and pioneering charity working at the heart of NHS hospitals to improve the wellbeing of patients, families and carers through the transformative power of cinema. For 25 years, we have brought the magic of film to people experiencing some of the most difficult moments of their lives-helping to reduce pain, anxiety, stress and loneliness, and offering a vital sense of normality, connection and hope. Operating fully accessible cinemas built inside hospital environments, our state-of-the-art spaces accommodate hospital beds, wheelchairs, and essential medical equipment, ensuring a safe and supportive experience for patients of all ages and backgrounds. Thanks to strong partnerships with major film studios and distributors, we screen the latest releases every week, free of charge, for thousands of patients across the UK. MediCinema's national footprint continues to grow, with cinemas across the UK, including London, Newcastle, Glasgow, Newport and Liverpool. Recognised with BAFTA's Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema Award in 2025, we are now entering an exciting phase of strategic expansion-aiming to establish a MediCinema in every NHS region across the UK. To ensure our growth is supported, we are seeking a values-driven Director of Finance and Business Operations to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal moment in our growth. Director of Finance and Business Operations MediCinema London Bridge (3 days per week) + Hybrid working Up to £72,000 The role Reporting to the CEO, this new role will ensure MediCinema's financial strength, operational excellence and people-centred culture as we consolidate our recent growth and proceed with our plans for more sites across the UK. You will lead finance, HR and organisational operations, overseeing systems, compliance and high-quality corporate services that support our national expansion. From financial planning and audit, to overseeing IT and digital development, to ensuring a solid HR strategy and people practices, you will ensure the infrastructure behind our therapeutic services remains robust, efficient and future-ready. A hands-on leader (supported by external experts), you will bring clarity, rigour and creativity to a purpose-led charity striving to improve patient experiences across the NHS. About you We are seeking a collaborative, ambitious and hands-on leader with: Solid experience overseeing finance functions, budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting A strong understanding of HR, operations, compliance and governance in small or growing organisations Excellent project management skills and a proactive, solutions-focused approach The ability to build supportive, trusting relationships across a small, dedicated team and with external advisors A deep connection to MediCinema's mission and values: Care, Connect, Create Experience in the charity, health or social impact sectors, as well as an accounting qualification, are desirable but not essential. How to Apply If you have any queries or wish to have an informal discussion about the opportunity, please contact our retained advisors Anna Gardet or Erica Ritchie via email with a copy of your CV: Recruitment Timetable Deadline for applications: Sunday 10th May 2026. Interviews with Prospectus: 15-21st May 2026. Engagement sessions with senior leadership team: 29th May 2026. Interviews with MediCinema: Week commencing 1st June 2026.
LCH Ltd Engineering Senior PMO Manager page is loaded LCH Ltd Engineering Senior PMO Managerlocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R# Role Profile# LCH Ltd Engineering PMO lead/ Business Manager will report into LCH Ltd/Securities Engineering Programme Director and will support the LCH Ltd Engineering Delivery function. LCH Ltd Engineering PMO lead/ Business Manager will support the Engineering Delivery Teams in the management of their programmes against >€50m annual budget. The role will support the Engineering Programme Delivery functions and work with key internal stakeholders including the LCH Ltd Portfolio Office, Shared Services, Risk, Product, Finance, Legal and Compliance and track against key project pillars Cost, Quality and Time# Key Responsibilities Own the strategic direction and governance of the LCH Ltd Engineering PMO function, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements. Lead portfolio investment planning, prioritization, and financial oversight across multi-million-dollar Capex/Opex budgets. Drive executive-level reporting and insights, providing scenario analysis and recommendations to senior leadership and steering committees. Establish and enforce enterprise-wide PMO standards, methodologies, and tools to ensure consistency and scalability. Chair governance forums and influence decision-making at executive level, managing risk, dependencies, and strategic trade-offs across portfolios. Sponsor and lead continuous improvement initiatives, embedding best practices and driving cultural change across delivery teams. Build and mentor a high-performing PMO team Supports process standardisation by identifying gaps and contributing ideas for more consistent use of tools, templates, and methodologies across projects.# Candidate Profile / Key Skills Essential Proven track record in portfolio management and strategic governance Strong financial acumen, with experience managing large-scale budgets. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, influencing at C-suite and board level. Expertise in PMO frameworks, portfolio prioritization, and benefits realization. Leadership and people management skills, with experience leading senior managers. Ability to drive transformation and continuous improvement across complex organizations. Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, including board-level reporting. Attention to detail with follow through to make sure projects are run effectively Demonstrates a proactive and open mindset towards process improvements and efficiency Proven ability to operate effectively with other functions and external teams Clear and concise communication Diligent and clear in all reporting both internally and externally Structured Governance and Control implementation Time management and prioritisation, balances multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently Adaptability and resilience, able to shift priorities while maintaining focus to the deadlines Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Project and PowerPoint Desirable Benefits Management Communications Strategy / Planning Workshop coordination and training Has worked in a similar role in a Clearing House (Equities) or an investment bank and can demonstrate a working knowledge of the similar processes used there relating to projects, their finances, resource allocation and overall project control Can demonstrate experience of problem solving in a similar working environment Can influence co-workers to respond in a timely manner Prince 2 Practitioner Supplier Management (Onshore / Offshore) Outsourcing and Infrastructure Delivery Project Assurance / Health Checks Proficiency with Project Management tools (e.g. Clarity, MS Project, Asana, Lucid) Cultural Awareness - Offshore, Europe. Career Stage: Manager London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information: Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.Please take a moment to read this carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, .If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
LCH Ltd Engineering Senior PMO Manager page is loaded LCH Ltd Engineering Senior PMO Managerlocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R# Role Profile# LCH Ltd Engineering PMO lead/ Business Manager will report into LCH Ltd/Securities Engineering Programme Director and will support the LCH Ltd Engineering Delivery function. LCH Ltd Engineering PMO lead/ Business Manager will support the Engineering Delivery Teams in the management of their programmes against >€50m annual budget. The role will support the Engineering Programme Delivery functions and work with key internal stakeholders including the LCH Ltd Portfolio Office, Shared Services, Risk, Product, Finance, Legal and Compliance and track against key project pillars Cost, Quality and Time# Key Responsibilities Own the strategic direction and governance of the LCH Ltd Engineering PMO function, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements. Lead portfolio investment planning, prioritization, and financial oversight across multi-million-dollar Capex/Opex budgets. Drive executive-level reporting and insights, providing scenario analysis and recommendations to senior leadership and steering committees. Establish and enforce enterprise-wide PMO standards, methodologies, and tools to ensure consistency and scalability. Chair governance forums and influence decision-making at executive level, managing risk, dependencies, and strategic trade-offs across portfolios. Sponsor and lead continuous improvement initiatives, embedding best practices and driving cultural change across delivery teams. Build and mentor a high-performing PMO team Supports process standardisation by identifying gaps and contributing ideas for more consistent use of tools, templates, and methodologies across projects.# Candidate Profile / Key Skills Essential Proven track record in portfolio management and strategic governance Strong financial acumen, with experience managing large-scale budgets. Exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, influencing at C-suite and board level. Expertise in PMO frameworks, portfolio prioritization, and benefits realization. Leadership and people management skills, with experience leading senior managers. Ability to drive transformation and continuous improvement across complex organizations. Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, including board-level reporting. Attention to detail with follow through to make sure projects are run effectively Demonstrates a proactive and open mindset towards process improvements and efficiency Proven ability to operate effectively with other functions and external teams Clear and concise communication Diligent and clear in all reporting both internally and externally Structured Governance and Control implementation Time management and prioritisation, balances multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently Adaptability and resilience, able to shift priorities while maintaining focus to the deadlines Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Project and PowerPoint Desirable Benefits Management Communications Strategy / Planning Workshop coordination and training Has worked in a similar role in a Clearing House (Equities) or an investment bank and can demonstrate a working knowledge of the similar processes used there relating to projects, their finances, resource allocation and overall project control Can demonstrate experience of problem solving in a similar working environment Can influence co-workers to respond in a timely manner Prince 2 Practitioner Supplier Management (Onshore / Offshore) Outsourcing and Infrastructure Delivery Project Assurance / Health Checks Proficiency with Project Management tools (e.g. Clarity, MS Project, Asana, Lucid) Cultural Awareness - Offshore, Europe. Career Stage: Manager London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information: Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.Please take a moment to read this carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, .If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential.
Senior Investment Manager page is loaded Senior Investment Managerlocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R# Senior Investment Manager - Group Investment Management (GIM) ROLE PROFILE: The Group Investment Management (GIM) team is hiring a Senior Investment Manager to play a critical role in how the Group allocates, reports on, and optimises its ongoing investment allocations. This role requires strong financial acumen, the ability to work with complex data sets, and the confidence to propose capital allocation decisions to senior executives.This role will lead key elements of monthly reporting, forecasting improvements, capital redeployment, and cross functional alignment with divisions, Finance, Strategy and Procurement. You will also work closely with our Tooling & Dashboard teams to ensure the delivery community has the tools and processes needed to manage the change portfolio effectively. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Capex Reporting & Financial Governance - Own Group reporting across budgets, forecasts, growth tracking, and acceleration updates.- Drive adoption and consistent use of the Group PPM tooling across divisions.- Run monthly data sessions with Divisions, issuing actions to resolve variances or data issues.- Monitor the phasing of investments, drawing insights on delivery pace, risk, and opportunities to reclaim capital.- Scrutinise spend feasibility and proactively recoup capital for reinvestment where appropriate.- Ensure adherence to financial controls including Clarity usage, change control, resourcing adoption, and detailed third party spend forecasting. Capital Redeployment & Growth Opportunities - Maintain a pipeline of investment opportunities that can be funded if capital becomes available.- Work with divisions and Procurement to identify opportunities for acceleration and cost optimisation.- Support Growth Fund assessment by providing high-quality analysis and spend feasibility inputs. Forecasting, Tooling & Process Improvement - Mature the Group's forecasting capabilities and improve budget tracking processes.- Partner with the Dashboard/PPM Tooling teams to enhance forecasting, budgeting and cost tooling - improving ease of use and MI quality.- Work with divisional stakeholders to embed improved processes and data standards across the portfolio. Investment Planning - Support the annual Investment Planning cycle with data driven analysis.- Champion the continued full adoption of the PPM tooling solution (Clarity) for cost, benefits, outcomes, OKRs and investment baselines.- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to gather feedback, refine processes, and support Group-level decision-making.- Ensure alignment across PPM tooling, PowerBI dashboards, and the Group's investment approach. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: - Experience in a Group or Enterprise-level role owning central processes and tools.- Proven background in capital planning, portfolio management or financial governance.- Strong analytical capability, including advanced Excel and the ability to interpret large data sets.- Ability to influence and drive action through data-led insight (without direct authority).- Excellent relationship management and communication skills, able to persuade senior stakeholders.- Experience working with enterprise tooling such as Clarity, Planview, or similar PPM/portfolio systems.- Experience balancing competing priorities in a fast paced environment.- Demonstrated ability to design and operationalise processes at scale. NICE TO HAVE: - Familiarity with Oracle ERP, Workday or equivalent financial systems.- Experience working with or alongside programme delivery teams (though this is not a delivery role).- Understanding of investment letters, baseline management, and centralised financial controls.- Experience with PowerBI or similar analytics tooling. Career Stage: Manager London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information: Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.Please take a moment to read this carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, .If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
Senior Investment Manager page is loaded Senior Investment Managerlocations: London, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R# Senior Investment Manager - Group Investment Management (GIM) ROLE PROFILE: The Group Investment Management (GIM) team is hiring a Senior Investment Manager to play a critical role in how the Group allocates, reports on, and optimises its ongoing investment allocations. This role requires strong financial acumen, the ability to work with complex data sets, and the confidence to propose capital allocation decisions to senior executives.This role will lead key elements of monthly reporting, forecasting improvements, capital redeployment, and cross functional alignment with divisions, Finance, Strategy and Procurement. You will also work closely with our Tooling & Dashboard teams to ensure the delivery community has the tools and processes needed to manage the change portfolio effectively. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Capex Reporting & Financial Governance - Own Group reporting across budgets, forecasts, growth tracking, and acceleration updates.- Drive adoption and consistent use of the Group PPM tooling across divisions.- Run monthly data sessions with Divisions, issuing actions to resolve variances or data issues.- Monitor the phasing of investments, drawing insights on delivery pace, risk, and opportunities to reclaim capital.- Scrutinise spend feasibility and proactively recoup capital for reinvestment where appropriate.- Ensure adherence to financial controls including Clarity usage, change control, resourcing adoption, and detailed third party spend forecasting. Capital Redeployment & Growth Opportunities - Maintain a pipeline of investment opportunities that can be funded if capital becomes available.- Work with divisions and Procurement to identify opportunities for acceleration and cost optimisation.- Support Growth Fund assessment by providing high-quality analysis and spend feasibility inputs. Forecasting, Tooling & Process Improvement - Mature the Group's forecasting capabilities and improve budget tracking processes.- Partner with the Dashboard/PPM Tooling teams to enhance forecasting, budgeting and cost tooling - improving ease of use and MI quality.- Work with divisional stakeholders to embed improved processes and data standards across the portfolio. Investment Planning - Support the annual Investment Planning cycle with data driven analysis.- Champion the continued full adoption of the PPM tooling solution (Clarity) for cost, benefits, outcomes, OKRs and investment baselines.- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to gather feedback, refine processes, and support Group-level decision-making.- Ensure alignment across PPM tooling, PowerBI dashboards, and the Group's investment approach. WHAT YOU'LL BRING: - Experience in a Group or Enterprise-level role owning central processes and tools.- Proven background in capital planning, portfolio management or financial governance.- Strong analytical capability, including advanced Excel and the ability to interpret large data sets.- Ability to influence and drive action through data-led insight (without direct authority).- Excellent relationship management and communication skills, able to persuade senior stakeholders.- Experience working with enterprise tooling such as Clarity, Planview, or similar PPM/portfolio systems.- Experience balancing competing priorities in a fast paced environment.- Demonstrated ability to design and operationalise processes at scale. NICE TO HAVE: - Familiarity with Oracle ERP, Workday or equivalent financial systems.- Experience working with or alongside programme delivery teams (though this is not a delivery role).- Understanding of investment letters, baseline management, and centralised financial controls.- Experience with PowerBI or similar analytics tooling. Career Stage: Manager London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information: Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.Please take a moment to read this carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it's used for, and how it's obtained, .If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth. Our culture of connecting, creating opportunity and delivering excellence shapes how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential.
Operations Director Are you the strategic and collaborative leader who can innovate with and enable the newly formed central operations team to speed reach and community impact while strengthening resilience? Location: Redbridge/Hybrid, with flexible working Salary: FTE £52,000 (£41,600 pro-rata with salary review due in May) Contract: Part Time 28 hours per week, permanent Closing date: 24 April 2026 Join a local infrastructure charity dedicated to building a fairer Redbridge where everyone and every community has an equal opportunity to thrive. Following a review of the current strategy and resources in 2025, the charity has strengthened its resilience and programme impact. We are now seeking Operations Director to bring the operations teams together and ensure their professional skills and knowledge can add value and impact to the mission delivery and team culture. About the Role The role calls for a forward-thinking and accomplished Operations Director to drive efficiency, effectiveness, and to embed a culture of shared leadership, continuous learning, and improvement. Your strategic leadership and operational brief will span central functions of; Finance, Human Resources, Digital Communications, Risk and Compliance. A pivotal role at the heart of the organisation, you will ensure that operations run smoothly and effectively, aligning systems and processes with strategic goals and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. You will play an integral role with the CEO, Board of Trustees, partners, and colleagues bringing the vision to life, driving forward strategic priorities, and fostering a working culture where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. Personal style is key, you will be a natural collaborator and a strong communicator, able to build trusted relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders alike. You will lead the team of committed professionals and manage relationships with outsourced specialists, ensuring the support provided strengthens capacity to change, grow and deliver impact for communities. What you will bring Significant experience in a senior operations or leadership role working across multiple disciplines Experience in several of the operational areas listed, with a proven ability to apply best practise solutions and to quickly pick up new skills Able to lead multiple operational functions, to prioritise, make best use of resources, and ensure they are aligned with our mission and strategic priorities. Experience managing outsourced functions, an advantage. Rigorous problem solver and accomplished in data-driven decision-making, evidence and insight based to drive innovation, and operational excellence. Track record of embedding organisational change and able to inspire, influence, and bring others on the journey Proven ability to identify improvements in organisational systems and processes, with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and impact Excellent organisational, prioritising and time management skills Fluency with digital systems including Microsoft 365 Excellent communication, influencing and engagement skills Strategic and inclusive leadership skills able to build teams and develop culture A 'can do' proactive approach, able to work creatively and with impact in resource limited environments Resilience, change readiness, self-awareness and a commitment to learning for yourself and your team We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately. What's on offer A competitive salary (reviewed in May each year) 28 hours per week (can be over 4 or 5 days) Flexible working with 3 days per week in the office 25.5 days leave, full time equivalent 28 days (plus statutory holidays) Workplace pension Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Shortlisting interviews will take place shortly after by Teams and shortlisted candidates will have an interview on May 6th, 7th or 12th, 2026. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Operations Director Are you the strategic and collaborative leader who can innovate with and enable the newly formed central operations team to speed reach and community impact while strengthening resilience? Location: Redbridge/Hybrid, with flexible working Salary: FTE £52,000 (£41,600 pro-rata with salary review due in May) Contract: Part Time 28 hours per week, permanent Closing date: 24 April 2026 Join a local infrastructure charity dedicated to building a fairer Redbridge where everyone and every community has an equal opportunity to thrive. Following a review of the current strategy and resources in 2025, the charity has strengthened its resilience and programme impact. We are now seeking Operations Director to bring the operations teams together and ensure their professional skills and knowledge can add value and impact to the mission delivery and team culture. About the Role The role calls for a forward-thinking and accomplished Operations Director to drive efficiency, effectiveness, and to embed a culture of shared leadership, continuous learning, and improvement. Your strategic leadership and operational brief will span central functions of; Finance, Human Resources, Digital Communications, Risk and Compliance. A pivotal role at the heart of the organisation, you will ensure that operations run smoothly and effectively, aligning systems and processes with strategic goals and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations. You will play an integral role with the CEO, Board of Trustees, partners, and colleagues bringing the vision to life, driving forward strategic priorities, and fostering a working culture where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. Personal style is key, you will be a natural collaborator and a strong communicator, able to build trusted relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders alike. You will lead the team of committed professionals and manage relationships with outsourced specialists, ensuring the support provided strengthens capacity to change, grow and deliver impact for communities. What you will bring Significant experience in a senior operations or leadership role working across multiple disciplines Experience in several of the operational areas listed, with a proven ability to apply best practise solutions and to quickly pick up new skills Able to lead multiple operational functions, to prioritise, make best use of resources, and ensure they are aligned with our mission and strategic priorities. Experience managing outsourced functions, an advantage. Rigorous problem solver and accomplished in data-driven decision-making, evidence and insight based to drive innovation, and operational excellence. Track record of embedding organisational change and able to inspire, influence, and bring others on the journey Proven ability to identify improvements in organisational systems and processes, with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and impact Excellent organisational, prioritising and time management skills Fluency with digital systems including Microsoft 365 Excellent communication, influencing and engagement skills Strategic and inclusive leadership skills able to build teams and develop culture A 'can do' proactive approach, able to work creatively and with impact in resource limited environments Resilience, change readiness, self-awareness and a commitment to learning for yourself and your team We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately. What's on offer A competitive salary (reviewed in May each year) 28 hours per week (can be over 4 or 5 days) Flexible working with 3 days per week in the office 25.5 days leave, full time equivalent 28 days (plus statutory holidays) Workplace pension Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Shortlisting interviews will take place shortly after by Teams and shortlisted candidates will have an interview on May 6th, 7th or 12th, 2026. We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
St Edmund's College, University of Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Executive Assistant to the Bursar & Senior Tutor Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time (36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Location: Cambridge, St Edmund's College Are you an experienced PA or EA looking for your next challenge? StEdmund's College, one of the 31 Colleges within the University of Cambridge, is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support both the Bursar and the Senior Tutor. The Executive Assistant to the Bursar & Senior Tutor is a pivotal role at the heart of College operations. As the first point of contact for two senior leaders, you will need exceptional interpersonal skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage a varied and fast paced workload with confidence and discretion. As an Executive Assistant to the Bursar and Senior Tutor you will provide high quality executive support, coordinate complex diaries, prepare papers and briefings, and help ensure the smooth running of key College activities. If you thrive in a role where no two days are the same and enjoy building strong, professional relationships, we would love to hear from you. The working pattern for this role is 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Please note that, due to the nature of the position, it is fully on site. Job responsibilities Executive support and coordination Provide proactive executive support to Senior College Officers, acting as a first point of contact on their behalf and helping manage diaries, inboxes, priorities, scheduling and follow up in a busy and fast moving environment. Prioritise incoming correspondence and bring urgent, sensitive or important matters to the attention of the relevant College Officer. Drafting, correspondence and briefing Draft high quality emails, letters, invitations, papers, agendas, briefing notes and other written material following discussion or direction, producing clear first drafts for review and development. Handle correspondence and enquiries professionally, using tact, discretion and sound judgement. Where appropriate, prepare or send replies on behalf of senior colleagues, ensuring communications are timely, accurate and professionally presented. Meetings, minutes and action tracking Support meetings through effective administration, preparation of papers and agendas, accurate note taking, and clear synthesis of decisions and follow up actions. Support internal and external committees as required. Stakeholder liaison and relationship management Successfully manage enquiries and requests from internal and external stakeholders, building effective relationships across teams and responding sensitively and diplomatically to a wide range of needs, including matters that may be confidential, complex. Support hospitality and event arrangements on behalf of Senior College Officers, including liaising with Catering and other teams to coordinate refreshments, lunches, dinners, meetings and wider College functions, and helping host events where required. Team support, administration and wider contribution Maintain accurate and compliant records and administrative systems and actively support process improvements. Handle confidential student, staff and governance information. Support expenses and invoice processing in liaison with the Finance team and make travel arrangements where needed. Work flexibly across the wider team, deputise for colleagues during periods of leave or high demand, and provide occasional out of hours support where required. More information about the role can be found in the attached job description Successful Candidate Experience Experience of providing high level administrative or executive support in a complex and fast paced environment. Experience of managing competing priorities and supporting senior colleagues with discretion and sound judgement. Experience of drafting professional correspondence and documents to a high standard. Experience of supporting meetings, including preparing papers, capturing discussion and following up actions. Experience of working across teams and building effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Skills Required Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to draft clearly, accurately and appropriately for different audiences. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to synthesise discussion and information into concise, practical and well structured outputs. High level of discretion and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism. Strong interpersonal skills, with a calm, tactful and politically sensitive approach. Ability to work with empathy and professionalism when dealing with people in sensitive or stressful situations. Confidence in using judgement, taking initiative and knowing when to escalate. High level of IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and confidence in using databases and digital systems. Ability to work collaboratively in a small team and contribute to wider service resilience. Flexibility to provide occasional out of hours support when required. Experience of supporting senior leaders in a higher education, charity, or similarly complex institutional setting. Experience of preparing papers, briefings or reports for senior meetings. Knowledge of data protection and records management good practice. As well as a great salary and friendly team you will also receive: Working daily allowance for food and drinks Free car parking (where available) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service) Discounts at restaurants, shops & more Death in service Access to LinkedIn Learning & Business Disability Forum About St Edmund's College St Edmund's College is one of the 31 constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge. Our vibrant student body is made up of around 420 post graduates and 130 mature undergraduates. With over 260 senior members - academics working at the cutting edge of their field or eminent members of their profession - and around 100 staff, you will be joining a dynamic and growing College with an ambitious vision for our role in shaping the future of higher education and collaborative research. The maturity of our community means that we have earned a reputation as the friendly college. Relaxed, non hierarchical and diverse, we pride ourselves on being a place in Cambridge where people of all backgrounds are welcomed, will feel at home and can flourish. Therefore, we welcome all candidates regardless of their demographic characteristics such as gender, race, disability, neurodiversity, religion, age, sex & sexual identity to apply for our opportunities. How to apply To apply, please send your cover letter and CV to the HR team at Closing date for completed applications: Sunday 12 April 2026 Interviews will be held the week commencing 27 April 2026 If you have informal enquiries about the post, please email the Head of College Services at In applying for this role, you will provide personal data which the College will process in accordance with its data protection obligations and its Data Protection Policy: Any offer of employment is subject to evidence of your right to work in the UK and the receipt of satisfactory references Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, as it does not meet the required criteria.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Executive Assistant to the Bursar & Senior Tutor Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time (36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday) Location: Cambridge, St Edmund's College Are you an experienced PA or EA looking for your next challenge? StEdmund's College, one of the 31 Colleges within the University of Cambridge, is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to support both the Bursar and the Senior Tutor. The Executive Assistant to the Bursar & Senior Tutor is a pivotal role at the heart of College operations. As the first point of contact for two senior leaders, you will need exceptional interpersonal skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage a varied and fast paced workload with confidence and discretion. As an Executive Assistant to the Bursar and Senior Tutor you will provide high quality executive support, coordinate complex diaries, prepare papers and briefings, and help ensure the smooth running of key College activities. If you thrive in a role where no two days are the same and enjoy building strong, professional relationships, we would love to hear from you. The working pattern for this role is 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Please note that, due to the nature of the position, it is fully on site. Job responsibilities Executive support and coordination Provide proactive executive support to Senior College Officers, acting as a first point of contact on their behalf and helping manage diaries, inboxes, priorities, scheduling and follow up in a busy and fast moving environment. Prioritise incoming correspondence and bring urgent, sensitive or important matters to the attention of the relevant College Officer. Drafting, correspondence and briefing Draft high quality emails, letters, invitations, papers, agendas, briefing notes and other written material following discussion or direction, producing clear first drafts for review and development. Handle correspondence and enquiries professionally, using tact, discretion and sound judgement. Where appropriate, prepare or send replies on behalf of senior colleagues, ensuring communications are timely, accurate and professionally presented. Meetings, minutes and action tracking Support meetings through effective administration, preparation of papers and agendas, accurate note taking, and clear synthesis of decisions and follow up actions. Support internal and external committees as required. Stakeholder liaison and relationship management Successfully manage enquiries and requests from internal and external stakeholders, building effective relationships across teams and responding sensitively and diplomatically to a wide range of needs, including matters that may be confidential, complex. Support hospitality and event arrangements on behalf of Senior College Officers, including liaising with Catering and other teams to coordinate refreshments, lunches, dinners, meetings and wider College functions, and helping host events where required. Team support, administration and wider contribution Maintain accurate and compliant records and administrative systems and actively support process improvements. Handle confidential student, staff and governance information. Support expenses and invoice processing in liaison with the Finance team and make travel arrangements where needed. Work flexibly across the wider team, deputise for colleagues during periods of leave or high demand, and provide occasional out of hours support where required. More information about the role can be found in the attached job description Successful Candidate Experience Experience of providing high level administrative or executive support in a complex and fast paced environment. Experience of managing competing priorities and supporting senior colleagues with discretion and sound judgement. Experience of drafting professional correspondence and documents to a high standard. Experience of supporting meetings, including preparing papers, capturing discussion and following up actions. Experience of working across teams and building effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Skills Required Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to draft clearly, accurately and appropriately for different audiences. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to synthesise discussion and information into concise, practical and well structured outputs. High level of discretion and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with professionalism. Strong interpersonal skills, with a calm, tactful and politically sensitive approach. Ability to work with empathy and professionalism when dealing with people in sensitive or stressful situations. Confidence in using judgement, taking initiative and knowing when to escalate. High level of IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and confidence in using databases and digital systems. Ability to work collaboratively in a small team and contribute to wider service resilience. Flexibility to provide occasional out of hours support when required. Experience of supporting senior leaders in a higher education, charity, or similarly complex institutional setting. Experience of preparing papers, briefings or reports for senior meetings. Knowledge of data protection and records management good practice. As well as a great salary and friendly team you will also receive: Working daily allowance for food and drinks Free car parking (where available) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service) Discounts at restaurants, shops & more Death in service Access to LinkedIn Learning & Business Disability Forum About St Edmund's College St Edmund's College is one of the 31 constituent colleges of the University of Cambridge. Our vibrant student body is made up of around 420 post graduates and 130 mature undergraduates. With over 260 senior members - academics working at the cutting edge of their field or eminent members of their profession - and around 100 staff, you will be joining a dynamic and growing College with an ambitious vision for our role in shaping the future of higher education and collaborative research. The maturity of our community means that we have earned a reputation as the friendly college. Relaxed, non hierarchical and diverse, we pride ourselves on being a place in Cambridge where people of all backgrounds are welcomed, will feel at home and can flourish. Therefore, we welcome all candidates regardless of their demographic characteristics such as gender, race, disability, neurodiversity, religion, age, sex & sexual identity to apply for our opportunities. How to apply To apply, please send your cover letter and CV to the HR team at Closing date for completed applications: Sunday 12 April 2026 Interviews will be held the week commencing 27 April 2026 If you have informal enquiries about the post, please email the Head of College Services at In applying for this role, you will provide personal data which the College will process in accordance with its data protection obligations and its Data Protection Policy: Any offer of employment is subject to evidence of your right to work in the UK and the receipt of satisfactory references Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, as it does not meet the required criteria.
Trustees Glasspool Charity Trust Location: UK-wide, quarterly meetings in London Salary: Voluntary (unpaid) Opportunities: We are excited to be recruiting two new trustees to join our committed team at Glasspool. We have been making a meaningful difference to the lives of individuals and families facing financial difficulties since 1939. We focus on alleviating immediate financial pressures through grants to frontline service delivery organisations, to help people across the UK navigate challenging times with dignity and a renewed sense of hope. We are looking for one new trustee with investment management experience, and one new trustee with senior experience in the voluntary sector. We particularly welcome applications from younger people, disabled people, and people from minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are under-represented on our board. Key Responsibilities: At Glasspool you will be expected to work collaboratively with your colleagues on the trustee board to: Provide strategic direction, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance for Glasspool Ensure that we use our resources (including our investments) appropriately to achieve our purpose, ensure our financial stability and grow our impact Ensure that Glasspool fulfils its objectives as effectively and efficiently as possible, in accordance with our governing documents and charity and company law. Adopt a balanced approach to risk that protects us, but does not hold us back from developing Safeguard our reputation and live our values Appoint and support the Chief Executive Officer and monitor their performance Use your specific skills, knowledge and lived, learned and practiced experience to help us reach sound decisions. Expected commitment: We currently have eight trustees who meet face to face four times a year (once every quarter) in London. Papers are provided electronically and we expect you to review them carefully and ask any questions you might have before the meetings. There are also three sub-committees (Finance, Grants and HR) who meet remotely four times a year, and you will join at least one of these. Appointed for a five-year term, trustees can currently serve up to three terms if they choose to. Although this role is unpaid, we reimburse travel and other expenses. Skills and experience: This year we are specifically looking for people with either: Experience of managing investments, including asset allocation or fund selection (fixed income, multi-asset or alternatives), in line with an agreed policy and balancing financial returns with risk, liquidity needs and ethical considerations to support Glasspool's long-term mission; or Experience of working in or managing front line service delivery charities, ideally in the advice or poverty relief sectors, including managing grant funding - or experience as a participatory grant-maker working with service delivery charities. As well as this specific expertise, we also want to appoint rounded candidates who: Bring a variety of experiences, expertise and perspectives to our existing trustee group Are passionate, enthusiastic and enjoy building relationships with others. Are willing to share their views and respect the views of others, even if they have different ideas and opinions. Have an understanding or willingness to learn about the legal duties and responsibilities of trustees. Are able to work effectively as a member of a small team and make decisions for the good of the charity. Will actively promote our purpose, values and strategy. Will understand the need for, and will actively demonstrate, confidentiality. Are comfortable in the use of IT including video conferencing. Can be relied on to give the time and commitment needed to carry out the role. Further information Full application details are provided in the attached trustee information pack. Please send your CV with a covering letter via the button below, addressing the following questions: Why are you interested in becoming a trustee with us? What skills, knowledge or experience would you bring? How do you meet the personal qualities outlined above? Please also confirm that you are eligible to be a trustee under Charity Commission guidance. If you'd like to have an informal chat to find out a bit more, please contact Rachael Badger, Chief Executive Officer by an email. The closing date for applications is Sunday 3rd May 2026. Interviews with a recruitment panel made up of existing trustees will take place w/c 1st June 2026. Successful candidates may be appointed as Board Observers for a short period until a trustee vacancy arises.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Trustees Glasspool Charity Trust Location: UK-wide, quarterly meetings in London Salary: Voluntary (unpaid) Opportunities: We are excited to be recruiting two new trustees to join our committed team at Glasspool. We have been making a meaningful difference to the lives of individuals and families facing financial difficulties since 1939. We focus on alleviating immediate financial pressures through grants to frontline service delivery organisations, to help people across the UK navigate challenging times with dignity and a renewed sense of hope. We are looking for one new trustee with investment management experience, and one new trustee with senior experience in the voluntary sector. We particularly welcome applications from younger people, disabled people, and people from minority ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are under-represented on our board. Key Responsibilities: At Glasspool you will be expected to work collaboratively with your colleagues on the trustee board to: Provide strategic direction, setting overall policy, defining goals, setting targets and evaluating performance for Glasspool Ensure that we use our resources (including our investments) appropriately to achieve our purpose, ensure our financial stability and grow our impact Ensure that Glasspool fulfils its objectives as effectively and efficiently as possible, in accordance with our governing documents and charity and company law. Adopt a balanced approach to risk that protects us, but does not hold us back from developing Safeguard our reputation and live our values Appoint and support the Chief Executive Officer and monitor their performance Use your specific skills, knowledge and lived, learned and practiced experience to help us reach sound decisions. Expected commitment: We currently have eight trustees who meet face to face four times a year (once every quarter) in London. Papers are provided electronically and we expect you to review them carefully and ask any questions you might have before the meetings. There are also three sub-committees (Finance, Grants and HR) who meet remotely four times a year, and you will join at least one of these. Appointed for a five-year term, trustees can currently serve up to three terms if they choose to. Although this role is unpaid, we reimburse travel and other expenses. Skills and experience: This year we are specifically looking for people with either: Experience of managing investments, including asset allocation or fund selection (fixed income, multi-asset or alternatives), in line with an agreed policy and balancing financial returns with risk, liquidity needs and ethical considerations to support Glasspool's long-term mission; or Experience of working in or managing front line service delivery charities, ideally in the advice or poverty relief sectors, including managing grant funding - or experience as a participatory grant-maker working with service delivery charities. As well as this specific expertise, we also want to appoint rounded candidates who: Bring a variety of experiences, expertise and perspectives to our existing trustee group Are passionate, enthusiastic and enjoy building relationships with others. Are willing to share their views and respect the views of others, even if they have different ideas and opinions. Have an understanding or willingness to learn about the legal duties and responsibilities of trustees. Are able to work effectively as a member of a small team and make decisions for the good of the charity. Will actively promote our purpose, values and strategy. Will understand the need for, and will actively demonstrate, confidentiality. Are comfortable in the use of IT including video conferencing. Can be relied on to give the time and commitment needed to carry out the role. Further information Full application details are provided in the attached trustee information pack. Please send your CV with a covering letter via the button below, addressing the following questions: Why are you interested in becoming a trustee with us? What skills, knowledge or experience would you bring? How do you meet the personal qualities outlined above? Please also confirm that you are eligible to be a trustee under Charity Commission guidance. If you'd like to have an informal chat to find out a bit more, please contact Rachael Badger, Chief Executive Officer by an email. The closing date for applications is Sunday 3rd May 2026. Interviews with a recruitment panel made up of existing trustees will take place w/c 1st June 2026. Successful candidates may be appointed as Board Observers for a short period until a trustee vacancy arises.
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary Band: £60,000, plus £2,200 London weighting if applicable Location: Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Manchester or Newcastle Hours: 5 days per week; 9AM-5.30PM (flexible working hours available) Start date: As soon as possible, as agreed with candidate The Opportunity As Head of Partnerships & Income Development you will own the development and delivery of the SMF's income generation strategy so that we can raise the funds and build the partnerships we need to meet our ambitions. Commercially minded and experienced at building and stewarding strong, mutually beneficial funder relationships, the successful candidate will be an inspiring leader who can empower their team to be creative, proactive and tenacious and leverage our networks of support to tap into new opportunities You will be passionate about providing access and opportunity for young people across the UK, capable of working at the very highest level, and excited by the personal professional growth this role and the organisation could offer you. You will be accountable for overseeing and developing our impressive portfolio of corporate funding relationships and partnerships, through which we deliver on our strategic priorities and generate most of our £3.2m income. You will also lead and develop our other income streams including trusts and foundations, earned income from the Social Mobility Employer Index, and philanthropy. As well as setting strategy and giving direction to the team, you'll enjoy managing some of our most significant partnerships yourself and building the foundations for diversifying our income. As a valued member of the senior management team, you will work closely with the board of trustees, Chief Executive and senior leadership colleagues to shape and deliver our strategy and business plan and develop our charity and our people. Key Responsibilities 1. Fundraising strategy and leadership: Set and implement a robust income generation strategy to enable the SMF to achieve its strategic ambitions, setting targets, monitoring and reporting on income performance and supporting accurate forecasts and projections Lead a culture of excellent fundraising and relationship management across the SMF and ensure the right resources, systems and skills are in place to support all staff that hold funding relationships Represent the SMF externally with funders, partners and other stakeholders, seeking opportunities to increase our network and build our influence and reputation as an effective charity partner Work with the Head of Finance and Operations to ensure strong processes to support income generation including income forecasts, budgets and partnership reports and records 2. Corporate Partnerships: Oversee the SMF's portfolio of corporate partnerships including strategic partnerships and partnerships focused on enabling and enhancing our student programmes Manage individual high value corporate partnerships and ensure excellent stewardship of all our corporate partnerships Oversee the development of compelling cases for support and a robust new business pipeline for corporate partnerships Oversee our corporate volunteering offer including employee volunteering with our student programmes and skilled volunteering/pro bono support 3. Business development: Oversee the delivery and development of the Social Mobility Employer Index Oversee the design and development of other products and services for employers through which the SMF can earn income and influence workplace social mobility 4. Trusts and foundations: Oversee the SMF's relationships with trusts and foundations, building a strong long-term funding pipeline Build and manage relationships with key trusts and foundations 5. Philanthropy and individual giving: Oversee the development of our supporter community and opportunities for individual giving and fundraising through challenge events Identify opportunities to build philanthropic relationships with individual donors and supporters 6. Leadership and management: Manage, motivate and develop the team, setting team and individual goals and evaluating performance, coaching and motivating staff and supporting professional development and staff wellbeing Lead across the organisation, fostering a collaborative and high performance culture and modelling the SMF's leadership behaviours Work with the CEO and the rest of the SMT to shape the SMF's strategic priorities, set the annual business plan, budget and key projects, and monitor delivery and performance Please see full job description attached for more details. Person Specification We need someone who will demonstrate our organisational skills-based competencies - as listed below. Leadership Communication Adaptability Professionalism Decision-making Technical knowledge, understanding and experience required: Experience in managing a significant funding portfolio , stewarding and developing partnerships and ensuring effective account management Experience in securing funding , including scoping opportunities and prospects, setting targets and building a pipeline, and shaping proposals Confident in representing the SMF externally and engaging with senior stakeholders Able to motivate, develop and inspire a team and ensure that high standards of performance and behaviours are maintained Ability to develop and manage budgets and forecasts , team and individual income targets and monitor income performance Familiar with using a CRM as a tool for partnership and income development Ways of working: Most of our work is office based, but you will spend a lot of time collaborating with other teams and clients via email, telephone and other communications channels such as Teams or Zoom. Travel: Able to travel around the UK as necessary Some travel to other offices and other locations will occasionally be expected. Please see full job description attached for more details. Benefits: 36/37 days (England & Wales and Scotland respectively - includes bank holidays) calculated on a pro rata basis with 3 of these days reserved for the annual end of year office closure. Cycle to Work Scheme 5% Salary sacrifice pension scheme with enhanced matching employer contributions Employee Assistance Programme available to staff and their family Flexible work options such as hybrid working, flexitime, part-time Regular staff team building and business planning "away days" How to Apply Interested candidates should apply by submitting to our application portal Pinpoint the following information by 23:59 on Tuesday 28th April 2026: 1) A recent work history, detailing: Job title Employer Dates of employment/Period in post 2) A cover letter detailing your skills and experience, with reference to the key responsibilities and person specification for the role (750 words max.) 3) Give an example of an important funding relationship you have secured or grown, and explain how you identified the opportunity, what you did, and what were the outcomes and benefits (800 words max.) Please note that generic applications and CV's will not be considered. If you have any questions about the role, please contact our HR team: Interviews: First round interviews will take place in May 2026, with slots throughout the working day. Interview candidates may be asked to complete online tests; this will be arranged after interview.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary Band: £60,000, plus £2,200 London weighting if applicable Location: Birmingham, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Manchester or Newcastle Hours: 5 days per week; 9AM-5.30PM (flexible working hours available) Start date: As soon as possible, as agreed with candidate The Opportunity As Head of Partnerships & Income Development you will own the development and delivery of the SMF's income generation strategy so that we can raise the funds and build the partnerships we need to meet our ambitions. Commercially minded and experienced at building and stewarding strong, mutually beneficial funder relationships, the successful candidate will be an inspiring leader who can empower their team to be creative, proactive and tenacious and leverage our networks of support to tap into new opportunities You will be passionate about providing access and opportunity for young people across the UK, capable of working at the very highest level, and excited by the personal professional growth this role and the organisation could offer you. You will be accountable for overseeing and developing our impressive portfolio of corporate funding relationships and partnerships, through which we deliver on our strategic priorities and generate most of our £3.2m income. You will also lead and develop our other income streams including trusts and foundations, earned income from the Social Mobility Employer Index, and philanthropy. As well as setting strategy and giving direction to the team, you'll enjoy managing some of our most significant partnerships yourself and building the foundations for diversifying our income. As a valued member of the senior management team, you will work closely with the board of trustees, Chief Executive and senior leadership colleagues to shape and deliver our strategy and business plan and develop our charity and our people. Key Responsibilities 1. Fundraising strategy and leadership: Set and implement a robust income generation strategy to enable the SMF to achieve its strategic ambitions, setting targets, monitoring and reporting on income performance and supporting accurate forecasts and projections Lead a culture of excellent fundraising and relationship management across the SMF and ensure the right resources, systems and skills are in place to support all staff that hold funding relationships Represent the SMF externally with funders, partners and other stakeholders, seeking opportunities to increase our network and build our influence and reputation as an effective charity partner Work with the Head of Finance and Operations to ensure strong processes to support income generation including income forecasts, budgets and partnership reports and records 2. Corporate Partnerships: Oversee the SMF's portfolio of corporate partnerships including strategic partnerships and partnerships focused on enabling and enhancing our student programmes Manage individual high value corporate partnerships and ensure excellent stewardship of all our corporate partnerships Oversee the development of compelling cases for support and a robust new business pipeline for corporate partnerships Oversee our corporate volunteering offer including employee volunteering with our student programmes and skilled volunteering/pro bono support 3. Business development: Oversee the delivery and development of the Social Mobility Employer Index Oversee the design and development of other products and services for employers through which the SMF can earn income and influence workplace social mobility 4. Trusts and foundations: Oversee the SMF's relationships with trusts and foundations, building a strong long-term funding pipeline Build and manage relationships with key trusts and foundations 5. Philanthropy and individual giving: Oversee the development of our supporter community and opportunities for individual giving and fundraising through challenge events Identify opportunities to build philanthropic relationships with individual donors and supporters 6. Leadership and management: Manage, motivate and develop the team, setting team and individual goals and evaluating performance, coaching and motivating staff and supporting professional development and staff wellbeing Lead across the organisation, fostering a collaborative and high performance culture and modelling the SMF's leadership behaviours Work with the CEO and the rest of the SMT to shape the SMF's strategic priorities, set the annual business plan, budget and key projects, and monitor delivery and performance Please see full job description attached for more details. Person Specification We need someone who will demonstrate our organisational skills-based competencies - as listed below. Leadership Communication Adaptability Professionalism Decision-making Technical knowledge, understanding and experience required: Experience in managing a significant funding portfolio , stewarding and developing partnerships and ensuring effective account management Experience in securing funding , including scoping opportunities and prospects, setting targets and building a pipeline, and shaping proposals Confident in representing the SMF externally and engaging with senior stakeholders Able to motivate, develop and inspire a team and ensure that high standards of performance and behaviours are maintained Ability to develop and manage budgets and forecasts , team and individual income targets and monitor income performance Familiar with using a CRM as a tool for partnership and income development Ways of working: Most of our work is office based, but you will spend a lot of time collaborating with other teams and clients via email, telephone and other communications channels such as Teams or Zoom. Travel: Able to travel around the UK as necessary Some travel to other offices and other locations will occasionally be expected. Please see full job description attached for more details. Benefits: 36/37 days (England & Wales and Scotland respectively - includes bank holidays) calculated on a pro rata basis with 3 of these days reserved for the annual end of year office closure. Cycle to Work Scheme 5% Salary sacrifice pension scheme with enhanced matching employer contributions Employee Assistance Programme available to staff and their family Flexible work options such as hybrid working, flexitime, part-time Regular staff team building and business planning "away days" How to Apply Interested candidates should apply by submitting to our application portal Pinpoint the following information by 23:59 on Tuesday 28th April 2026: 1) A recent work history, detailing: Job title Employer Dates of employment/Period in post 2) A cover letter detailing your skills and experience, with reference to the key responsibilities and person specification for the role (750 words max.) 3) Give an example of an important funding relationship you have secured or grown, and explain how you identified the opportunity, what you did, and what were the outcomes and benefits (800 words max.) Please note that generic applications and CV's will not be considered. If you have any questions about the role, please contact our HR team: Interviews: First round interviews will take place in May 2026, with slots throughout the working day. Interview candidates may be asked to complete online tests; this will be arranged after interview.
