Nottingham is a bold, vibrant, and exciting Core City at the heart of the UK, alive with potential and ambition. Nottingham City Council has faced up to significant challenges, and we're approaching the future with courage, energy, and a clear plan to deliver meaningful change for our residents. Underpinning our rapid progress is a comprehensive transformation of our financial systems and governance. This has already delivered significant progress achieving the best financial performance of a UK Core City with an expected General Fund underspend of approximately £24m in 2025/26 and setting a marginal surplus general fund budget for 2026/27 including a 3.5 per cent tax rise from April - the first time in 18 years it has increased it by less than the maximum. Now we're looking for a key individual who will continue building on our achievements to date, and make us an exemplar of financial practice. As our new Strategic Director of Finance Operations, you will oversee the practical implementation and management of our new approach. Skilled at designing and embedding streamlined and reliable financial systems and processes, you'll bring knowledge and practical experience of delivering high-quality finance operations and organisational change ideally gained in a democratic context. You will hold Deputy S151 Officer status and will work closely with Service Directors, their senior teams and members to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. You will hold Deputy S151 Officer status and will work closely with Service Directors, their senior teams and members to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. Please visit to find out more. Alternatively, to arrange a confidential conversation with Helen Sawbridge or Roger Russell at Faerfield, please call or email or . Closing date: Midnight Friday 8 May 2026
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nottingham is a bold, vibrant, and exciting Core City at the heart of the UK, alive with potential and ambition. Nottingham City Council has faced up to significant challenges, and we're approaching the future with courage, energy, and a clear plan to deliver meaningful change for our residents. Underpinning our rapid progress is a comprehensive transformation of our financial systems and governance. This has already delivered significant progress achieving the best financial performance of a UK Core City with an expected General Fund underspend of approximately £24m in 2025/26 and setting a marginal surplus general fund budget for 2026/27 including a 3.5 per cent tax rise from April - the first time in 18 years it has increased it by less than the maximum. Now we're looking for a key individual who will continue building on our achievements to date, and make us an exemplar of financial practice. As our new Strategic Director of Finance Operations, you will oversee the practical implementation and management of our new approach. Skilled at designing and embedding streamlined and reliable financial systems and processes, you'll bring knowledge and practical experience of delivering high-quality finance operations and organisational change ideally gained in a democratic context. You will hold Deputy S151 Officer status and will work closely with Service Directors, their senior teams and members to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. You will hold Deputy S151 Officer status and will work closely with Service Directors, their senior teams and members to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. Please visit to find out more. Alternatively, to arrange a confidential conversation with Helen Sawbridge or Roger Russell at Faerfield, please call or email or . Closing date: Midnight Friday 8 May 2026
Nottingham is a bold, vibrant, and exciting Core City at the heart of the UK, alive with potential and ambition. Nottingham City Council has faced up to significant challenges, and we're approaching the future with courage, energy, and a clear plan to deliver meaningful change for our residents. Underpinning our rapid progress is a comprehensive transformation of our financial systems and governance. This has already delivered significant progress achieving the best financial performance of a UK Core City with an expected General Fund underspend of approximately £24m in 2025/26 and setting a marginal surplus general fund budget for 2026/27 including a 3.5 per cent tax rise from April - the first time in 18 years it has increased it by less than the maximum. Now we're looking for a key individual who will continue building on our achievements to date, and make us an exemplar of financial practice. Responsible for our medium and long term financial planning and ensuring best practice, our new Strategic Director of Finance Strategy will be a highly influential and credible leader within the Finance and Resources directorate. With an impressive track record of building robust, self-improving finance teams, you'll be an experienced and innovative finance expert, with strong analytical and communication skills and the ability to provide strategic financial advice as we manage the potential impact of local government reorganisation. You will hold Deputy S151 Officer status and will work closely with Service Directors, their senior teams and members to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. Please visit to find out more. Alternatively, to arrange a confidential conversation with Helen Sawbridge or Roger Russell at Faerfield, please call or email or . Closing date: Midnight Friday 8 May 2026
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Nottingham is a bold, vibrant, and exciting Core City at the heart of the UK, alive with potential and ambition. Nottingham City Council has faced up to significant challenges, and we're approaching the future with courage, energy, and a clear plan to deliver meaningful change for our residents. Underpinning our rapid progress is a comprehensive transformation of our financial systems and governance. This has already delivered significant progress achieving the best financial performance of a UK Core City with an expected General Fund underspend of approximately £24m in 2025/26 and setting a marginal surplus general fund budget for 2026/27 including a 3.5 per cent tax rise from April - the first time in 18 years it has increased it by less than the maximum. Now we're looking for a key individual who will continue building on our achievements to date, and make us an exemplar of financial practice. Responsible for our medium and long term financial planning and ensuring best practice, our new Strategic Director of Finance Strategy will be a highly influential and credible leader within the Finance and Resources directorate. With an impressive track record of building robust, self-improving finance teams, you'll be an experienced and innovative finance expert, with strong analytical and communication skills and the ability to provide strategic financial advice as we manage the potential impact of local government reorganisation. You will hold Deputy S151 Officer status and will work closely with Service Directors, their senior teams and members to ensure best practice in financial planning, monitoring and risk mitigation in the design and delivery of services. Please visit to find out more. Alternatively, to arrange a confidential conversation with Helen Sawbridge or Roger Russell at Faerfield, please call or email or . Closing date: Midnight Friday 8 May 2026
Our client is a £40m further education college at the heart of a fast-growing economic hub, serving Swindon, Wiltshire and parts of Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. With two campuses and an adult learning centre, they offer a wide range of specialist provision, a strong track record in technical training and employer engagement and are the largest academic sixth form provider in the region. Our client is seeking a high-achieving and ambitious Chief Financial Officer to join their executive team. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for finance, procurement, funding and management information, IT and estates/facilities management. You will play a central role in advising the Principal and Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Governors on all strategic financial issues, including capital investments, revenue and expenditure, financial governance, audit and risk management. This is a pivotal opportunity for an experienced and fully qualified accountant to help shape the future of the college and drive innovation and transformation across their corporate services. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Contact to discuss the role before the closing date. Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 5 May 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 13 May 2026
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Our client is a £40m further education college at the heart of a fast-growing economic hub, serving Swindon, Wiltshire and parts of Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire. With two campuses and an adult learning centre, they offer a wide range of specialist provision, a strong track record in technical training and employer engagement and are the largest academic sixth form provider in the region. Our client is seeking a high-achieving and ambitious Chief Financial Officer to join their executive team. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for finance, procurement, funding and management information, IT and estates/facilities management. You will play a central role in advising the Principal and Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Governors on all strategic financial issues, including capital investments, revenue and expenditure, financial governance, audit and risk management. This is a pivotal opportunity for an experienced and fully qualified accountant to help shape the future of the college and drive innovation and transformation across their corporate services. Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Contact to discuss the role before the closing date. Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 5 May 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 13 May 2026
Salary: £29,000 - £34,000 Contract: Temporary (up to 4 months) Location: London Hybrid working Closing date: ASAP We have a great opportunity for a Database Officer reporting to a Senior Data Lead, working for a nationally recognised youth charity. As Database Officer, you will be responsible for supporting the day to day management, maintenance and development of the charity s CRM and organisational databases, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Dynamics. Working closely with teams across fundraising, finance and central services, you will ensure that data is accurate, well structured and fit for purpose. You will support data imports and exports, troubleshoot user issues, help configure entities, workflows and reports within Dynamics, and assist with data cleansing and quality checks. To be successful as the Database Officer you will need: Strong experience using Microsoft Dynamics Experience working with databases or CRM systems Excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2932AJ. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Salary: £29,000 - £34,000 Contract: Temporary (up to 4 months) Location: London Hybrid working Closing date: ASAP We have a great opportunity for a Database Officer reporting to a Senior Data Lead, working for a nationally recognised youth charity. As Database Officer, you will be responsible for supporting the day to day management, maintenance and development of the charity s CRM and organisational databases, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Dynamics. Working closely with teams across fundraising, finance and central services, you will ensure that data is accurate, well structured and fit for purpose. You will support data imports and exports, troubleshoot user issues, help configure entities, workflows and reports within Dynamics, and assist with data cleansing and quality checks. To be successful as the Database Officer you will need: Strong experience using Microsoft Dynamics Experience working with databases or CRM systems Excellent attention to detail and problem solving skills If you would like to discuss this role with us please contact us and quote the reference 2932AJ. Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency. If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
SEND Consultant (Banding Framework, Cost Library & Reform Transition) We are seeking an experienced SEND Consultant to lead the rigorous testing of a proposed financial banding framework and to design a clear, robust, and transparent cost library for specialist provision. The role will ensure decisions are fair, evidence-based, and financially accurate. The consultant will also consider the implications of the new Schools White Paper and ensure that the banding work is aligned with upcoming national SEND reforms, supporting a smooth transition. The successful candidate will work independently and bring significant local authority and school-based SEND experience, supported by strong analytical, data, and reporting skills. Key Responsibilities 1. Banding Framework Testing Conduct systematic testing of the proposed SEND banding framework. Use real case examples and scenario modelling to check fairness, accuracy, and consistency. Identify gaps or risks and propose practical adjustments. Ensure the model reflects needs across mainstream, specialist, and post-16 settings. 2. Development of a Transparent Cost Library Design a clear, evidence-based cost library to support financial banding decisions. Analyse data from schools, settings, finance teams, and national benchmarks. Ensure assumptions are transparent, accurate, and easy to maintain. Provide clear rationales for all cost calculations. 3. Alignment with National SEND Reforms Consider the requirements of the new Schools White Paper. Ensure the banding framework and cost library are compatible with future SEND reforms. Identify required adjustments and propose a practical transition approach. 4. Data Analysis & Reporting Produce high-quality reports summarising findings, methodology, and recommendations. Present data clearly for senior leaders and schools. Use strong analytical skills to model financial impact and validate assumptions. 5. Stakeholder Engagement Work with local authority officers, SENCOs, headteachers, and finance colleagues to gather insight and test proposals. Support understanding and adoption of the banding model. Present findings to SEND and finance governance groups. Essential Experience & Skills Experience Significant experience working in a local authority SEND service. Strong experience working with schools and understanding operational SEND practice. Proven ability to deliver complex work independently. Experience writing high-quality professional reports. Skills & Competencies Excellent analytical and data-handling skills. Strong written communication and ability to translate technical issues clearly. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail. In-depth understanding of statutory SEND processes. Ability to interpret national reforms and translate them into practical local actions. Desirable Experience designing or testing SEND banding models. Familiarity with the Schools White Paper and national SEND funding reforms. Experience with cost-modelling or resource allocation tools.
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
SEND Consultant (Banding Framework, Cost Library & Reform Transition) We are seeking an experienced SEND Consultant to lead the rigorous testing of a proposed financial banding framework and to design a clear, robust, and transparent cost library for specialist provision. The role will ensure decisions are fair, evidence-based, and financially accurate. The consultant will also consider the implications of the new Schools White Paper and ensure that the banding work is aligned with upcoming national SEND reforms, supporting a smooth transition. The successful candidate will work independently and bring significant local authority and school-based SEND experience, supported by strong analytical, data, and reporting skills. Key Responsibilities 1. Banding Framework Testing Conduct systematic testing of the proposed SEND banding framework. Use real case examples and scenario modelling to check fairness, accuracy, and consistency. Identify gaps or risks and propose practical adjustments. Ensure the model reflects needs across mainstream, specialist, and post-16 settings. 2. Development of a Transparent Cost Library Design a clear, evidence-based cost library to support financial banding decisions. Analyse data from schools, settings, finance teams, and national benchmarks. Ensure assumptions are transparent, accurate, and easy to maintain. Provide clear rationales for all cost calculations. 3. Alignment with National SEND Reforms Consider the requirements of the new Schools White Paper. Ensure the banding framework and cost library are compatible with future SEND reforms. Identify required adjustments and propose a practical transition approach. 4. Data Analysis & Reporting Produce high-quality reports summarising findings, methodology, and recommendations. Present data clearly for senior leaders and schools. Use strong analytical skills to model financial impact and validate assumptions. 5. Stakeholder Engagement Work with local authority officers, SENCOs, headteachers, and finance colleagues to gather insight and test proposals. Support understanding and adoption of the banding model. Present findings to SEND and finance governance groups. Essential Experience & Skills Experience Significant experience working in a local authority SEND service. Strong experience working with schools and understanding operational SEND practice. Proven ability to deliver complex work independently. Experience writing high-quality professional reports. Skills & Competencies Excellent analytical and data-handling skills. Strong written communication and ability to translate technical issues clearly. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail. In-depth understanding of statutory SEND processes. Ability to interpret national reforms and translate them into practical local actions. Desirable Experience designing or testing SEND banding models. Familiarity with the Schools White Paper and national SEND funding reforms. Experience with cost-modelling or resource allocation tools.
We're seeking our next Chief Executive Officer Literacy Pirates is a literacy charity working to ensure that children who are falling behind in class due to socio-economic disadvantage, develop their reading and writing skills, and confidence and perseverance, so they can succeed at school and beyond. Today, Literacy Pirates is a values-driven, evidence-led organisation working with around 650 children annually through a distinctive volunteer-powered model that combines rigour and joy. Our Virtual Ship now enables us to reach children beyond London, and we are working to scale nationally to reach 3,000 children annually by 2030, while maintaining impact and reducing cost per child. We are a financially sustainable and growing organisation, with a clear long-term strategy and secure foundations. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to expand our reach and deepen our impact for the children who need us most. The opportunity This is not a turnaround role, but nor is it a stewardship-only role. We are looking for a CEO to lead the next ambitious phase of Literacy Pirates' journey: building on strong foundations to deliver a disciplined, digitally enabled phase of national growth. The successful candidate will not be expected to reinvent the mission or abandon the existing strategy. They will be expected to sharpen execution, increase momentum, strengthen the growth engine, and lead the organisation through the next phase of scale. The CEO will work closely with a strong Senior Leadership Team and Board to scale the Virtual Ship, strengthen partnerships and income, protect what is distinctive about Literacy Pirates, and ensure the organisation is operationally and financially ready for sustained growth. Role purpose To lead Literacy Pirates through its next phase of growth by: scaling the Virtual Ship nationally in line with the 2030 strategy; maintaining impact while improving the organisation's economics and operating model; building the partnerships, income and organisational capacity needed for long-term success; and protecting and evolving the culture, values and quality that make Literacy Pirates distinctive. Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Location: London/hybrid, with regular in-person presence Accountable to: Board of Trustees CEO role Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic leadership and scale Lead delivery of Literacy Pirates' 2030 strategy, translating long-term ambition into a clear, disciplined growth plan. Drive national scale through the digital, Virtual Ship model, ensuring growth is evidence-led, financially sustainable and operationally credible. Work with the SLT and Board to identify the major choices, risks and milestones required to move from the current phase to the next. Ensure the organisation remains focused on the right strategic priorities and digital development, and does not become distracted by too many competing demands. 2. Growth, partnerships and momentum Build and steward the partnerships that will drive the next phase of scale, including schools, MATs, funders, corporate & digital partners and other strategic allies. Strengthen the organisation's external profile and reputation as a rigorous, joyful and increasingly scalable digital literacy charity. Bring energy, pace and clarity to the organisation's growth agenda. Work with the team to build repeatable approaches to growth, not just one-off wins. 3. Income growth and financial sustainability Lead, with the Head of Development and wider team, an ambitious income strategy across trusts and foundations, corporates and major donors. Personally cultivate a small number of high-value strategic funders and partners. Ensure resources are aligned to strategy and that growth improves long-term sustainability. Work closely with the Director of Finance and Board to ensure robust budgeting, forecasting and decision-making. Bring discipline to the relationship between impact, scale and cost. 4. Leadership, culture and organisational development Ensure young people and the communities we serve continue to shape the organisation's thinking and priorities. Lead and develop the SLT, building clarity, accountability and confidence across the organisation. Support the organisation through change in a way that is both empathetic and ambitious, humane and performance oriented. Protect and evolve Literacy Pirates' values-led culture as the organisation grows and changes. Inspire staff, volunteers and stakeholders with a clear and compelling account of where the organisation is going and why. 5. Governance, safeguarding and risk Build a strong, high-trust relationship with the Chair and Board. Provide clear, timely reporting on strategy, impact, finance and risk. Ensure robust safeguarding, compliance and risk management across the organisation. Help the Board navigate the next stage of growth with confidence and clarity. Person Specification Essential experience Significant senior executive or CEO-level experience in a scaling organisation. Experience leading, or being a central part of, substantial organisational growth, ideally from around £1-2m to £5m+. Experience growing a digitally enabled service, programme, platform or organisation. Strong track record of leading teams through growth, change and increasing complexity. Experience in a purpose-led or social impact charity or organisation. Demonstrable experience of building partnerships and opening up growth opportunities. Credible experience of income growth, strategic fundraising or commercial-style partnership development. Strong financial literacy, including budgets, forecasting, sustainability and value for money. Experience using data, insight and evidence to drive performance and decision-making. Experience working effectively with a board or equivalent governance body. Essential capabilities Strong strategic growth instinct: able to turn ambition into practical priorities and momentum. Able to lead a scaling organisation with discipline, pace and judgement. Strong outward-facing presence: compelling with funders, partners, schools, corporates and other stakeholders. Able to inspire, align and challenge teams. Strong people leadership: able to build trust, clarify accountability and lead through change. Belief in Literacy Pirates' digital-first strategy and the judgement to evolve it rather than reset it. Deep mission alignment and the intellectual curiosity to understand, own and champion Literacy Pirates' model, even if not from the education sector. Values-led leadership with a strong commitment to inclusion, respect and diversity. Essential personal qualities Warm, credible and emotionally intelligent. Ambitious for children and for the organisation. Resilient, adaptable and calm under pressure. Curious, thoughtful and evidence-led. Able to bring people with them while maintaining momentum. Comfortable being an intentionally incomplete CEO who works through and with a strong SLT. Desirable Experience in education, literacy, children's services, tutoring or youth sector. Experience with volunteer-powered or volunteer-intensive models. Experience of regional or national partnership development. Experience working with communities affected by socio-economic disadvantage. Benefits of Working at Literacy Pirates Be part of a committed, inclusive organisation that supports its team to thrive. We value each member of our team's professional development and provide training to make sure you have the chance to develop your skills and grow your experience as part of our team. Click here for more information about our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance. 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), plus bank holidays and 3 additional days off between Christmas and New Year so you can properly rest and recharge. Work in a way that fits your life. We offer flexible, hybrid and remote working where possible, recognising the importance of balancing work with other commitments. Take time to give back. We offer paid volunteering time each year so you can support causes that matter to you. Feel supported at every stage of family life. We offer enhanced maternity and adoption pay, paid paternity leave, and paid time off to care for a sick child, alongside support when returning to work. Plan for your future with a workplace pension. We automatically enrol eligible staff into a pension scheme and contribute to help you save for the future. Gain 24 hour access to qualified counsellors for yourself and your immediate family. Through the Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme, yourself and your immediate family can receive free . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
We're seeking our next Chief Executive Officer Literacy Pirates is a literacy charity working to ensure that children who are falling behind in class due to socio-economic disadvantage, develop their reading and writing skills, and confidence and perseverance, so they can succeed at school and beyond. Today, Literacy Pirates is a values-driven, evidence-led organisation working with around 650 children annually through a distinctive volunteer-powered model that combines rigour and joy. Our Virtual Ship now enables us to reach children beyond London, and we are working to scale nationally to reach 3,000 children annually by 2030, while maintaining impact and reducing cost per child. We are a financially sustainable and growing organisation, with a clear long-term strategy and secure foundations. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to expand our reach and deepen our impact for the children who need us most. The opportunity This is not a turnaround role, but nor is it a stewardship-only role. We are looking for a CEO to lead the next ambitious phase of Literacy Pirates' journey: building on strong foundations to deliver a disciplined, digitally enabled phase of national growth. The successful candidate will not be expected to reinvent the mission or abandon the existing strategy. They will be expected to sharpen execution, increase momentum, strengthen the growth engine, and lead the organisation through the next phase of scale. The CEO will work closely with a strong Senior Leadership Team and Board to scale the Virtual Ship, strengthen partnerships and income, protect what is distinctive about Literacy Pirates, and ensure the organisation is operationally and financially ready for sustained growth. Role purpose To lead Literacy Pirates through its next phase of growth by: scaling the Virtual Ship nationally in line with the 2030 strategy; maintaining impact while improving the organisation's economics and operating model; building the partnerships, income and organisational capacity needed for long-term success; and protecting and evolving the culture, values and quality that make Literacy Pirates distinctive. Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week Location: London/hybrid, with regular in-person presence Accountable to: Board of Trustees CEO role Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic leadership and scale Lead delivery of Literacy Pirates' 2030 strategy, translating long-term ambition into a clear, disciplined growth plan. Drive national scale through the digital, Virtual Ship model, ensuring growth is evidence-led, financially sustainable and operationally credible. Work with the SLT and Board to identify the major choices, risks and milestones required to move from the current phase to the next. Ensure the organisation remains focused on the right strategic priorities and digital development, and does not become distracted by too many competing demands. 2. Growth, partnerships and momentum Build and steward the partnerships that will drive the next phase of scale, including schools, MATs, funders, corporate & digital partners and other strategic allies. Strengthen the organisation's external profile and reputation as a rigorous, joyful and increasingly scalable digital literacy charity. Bring energy, pace and clarity to the organisation's growth agenda. Work with the team to build repeatable approaches to growth, not just one-off wins. 3. Income growth and financial sustainability Lead, with the Head of Development and wider team, an ambitious income strategy across trusts and foundations, corporates and major donors. Personally cultivate a small number of high-value strategic funders and partners. Ensure resources are aligned to strategy and that growth improves long-term sustainability. Work closely with the Director of Finance and Board to ensure robust budgeting, forecasting and decision-making. Bring discipline to the relationship between impact, scale and cost. 4. Leadership, culture and organisational development Ensure young people and the communities we serve continue to shape the organisation's thinking and priorities. Lead and develop the SLT, building clarity, accountability and confidence across the organisation. Support the organisation through change in a way that is both empathetic and ambitious, humane and performance oriented. Protect and evolve Literacy Pirates' values-led culture as the organisation grows and changes. Inspire staff, volunteers and stakeholders with a clear and compelling account of where the organisation is going and why. 5. Governance, safeguarding and risk Build a strong, high-trust relationship with the Chair and Board. Provide clear, timely reporting on strategy, impact, finance and risk. Ensure robust safeguarding, compliance and risk management across the organisation. Help the Board navigate the next stage of growth with confidence and clarity. Person Specification Essential experience Significant senior executive or CEO-level experience in a scaling organisation. Experience leading, or being a central part of, substantial organisational growth, ideally from around £1-2m to £5m+. Experience growing a digitally enabled service, programme, platform or organisation. Strong track record of leading teams through growth, change and increasing complexity. Experience in a purpose-led or social impact charity or organisation. Demonstrable experience of building partnerships and opening up growth opportunities. Credible experience of income growth, strategic fundraising or commercial-style partnership development. Strong financial literacy, including budgets, forecasting, sustainability and value for money. Experience using data, insight and evidence to drive performance and decision-making. Experience working effectively with a board or equivalent governance body. Essential capabilities Strong strategic growth instinct: able to turn ambition into practical priorities and momentum. Able to lead a scaling organisation with discipline, pace and judgement. Strong outward-facing presence: compelling with funders, partners, schools, corporates and other stakeholders. Able to inspire, align and challenge teams. Strong people leadership: able to build trust, clarify accountability and lead through change. Belief in Literacy Pirates' digital-first strategy and the judgement to evolve it rather than reset it. Deep mission alignment and the intellectual curiosity to understand, own and champion Literacy Pirates' model, even if not from the education sector. Values-led leadership with a strong commitment to inclusion, respect and diversity. Essential personal qualities Warm, credible and emotionally intelligent. Ambitious for children and for the organisation. Resilient, adaptable and calm under pressure. Curious, thoughtful and evidence-led. Able to bring people with them while maintaining momentum. Comfortable being an intentionally incomplete CEO who works through and with a strong SLT. Desirable Experience in education, literacy, children's services, tutoring or youth sector. Experience with volunteer-powered or volunteer-intensive models. Experience of regional or national partnership development. Experience working with communities affected by socio-economic disadvantage. Benefits of Working at Literacy Pirates Be part of a committed, inclusive organisation that supports its team to thrive. We value each member of our team's professional development and provide training to make sure you have the chance to develop your skills and grow your experience as part of our team. Click here for more information about our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance. 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), plus bank holidays and 3 additional days off between Christmas and New Year so you can properly rest and recharge. Work in a way that fits your life. We offer flexible, hybrid and remote working where possible, recognising the importance of balancing work with other commitments. Take time to give back. We offer paid volunteering time each year so you can support causes that matter to you. Feel supported at every stage of family life. We offer enhanced maternity and adoption pay, paid paternity leave, and paid time off to care for a sick child, alongside support when returning to work. Plan for your future with a workplace pension. We automatically enrol eligible staff into a pension scheme and contribute to help you save for the future. Gain 24 hour access to qualified counsellors for yourself and your immediate family. Through the Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Solutions Employee Assistance Programme, yourself and your immediate family can receive free . click apply for full job details
Hamilton Barber Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a values-led organisation to appoint a Chief Operating Officer into a newly created and highly impactful role. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic and commercially minded operational leader to shape organisational performance, resilience, and long-term sustainability. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer will play a pivotal role in driving organisational effectiveness across Finance, HR, Facilities, and Marketing & Communications. Working closely with the CEO and senior stakeholders, you will design and implement scalable operating models that maximise income while ensuring a high-quality experience for stakeholders and service users. This is a broad and influential role where you will embed strong systems, governance, and performance frameworks across a growing organisation. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight across Finance, HR, Facilities, and Marketing & Communications Lead organisational business planning, budgeting, and reporting cycles Embed KPI and OKR frameworks to drive performance and accountability Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and reporting to ensure long-term sustainability Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, and governance frameworks Lead organisational risk management, safeguarding, and business continuity planning Drive a positive, inclusive culture with a strong focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion Oversee procurement, supplier relationships, and contract management Lead facilities and estates strategy, ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable environments Support the CEO and Board in delivering effective governance and strategic oversight Oversee digital, data, and systems strategy to support insight-led decision making The Person We are seeking a credible and experienced senior leader with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence within complex or regulated environments. You will bring: Proven senior leadership experience, ideally within a charity, membership, or regulated organisation Strong financial acumen and experience managing complex budgets In-depth understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and organisational change A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion The ability to translate strategy into operational delivery and measurable outcomes Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly created COO role with genuine scope to shape the future direction of the organisation. Hamilton Barber Recruitment is proud to be supporting this appointment and welcomes applications from individuals who are values-driven, collaborative, and motivated to make a meaningful impact.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Hamilton Barber Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a values-led organisation to appoint a Chief Operating Officer into a newly created and highly impactful role. This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic and commercially minded operational leader to shape organisational performance, resilience, and long-term sustainability. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Operating Officer will play a pivotal role in driving organisational effectiveness across Finance, HR, Facilities, and Marketing & Communications. Working closely with the CEO and senior stakeholders, you will design and implement scalable operating models that maximise income while ensuring a high-quality experience for stakeholders and service users. This is a broad and influential role where you will embed strong systems, governance, and performance frameworks across a growing organisation. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight across Finance, HR, Facilities, and Marketing & Communications Lead organisational business planning, budgeting, and reporting cycles Embed KPI and OKR frameworks to drive performance and accountability Oversee financial planning, forecasting, and reporting to ensure long-term sustainability Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, and governance frameworks Lead organisational risk management, safeguarding, and business continuity planning Drive a positive, inclusive culture with a strong focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion Oversee procurement, supplier relationships, and contract management Lead facilities and estates strategy, ensuring safe, compliant, and sustainable environments Support the CEO and Board in delivering effective governance and strategic oversight Oversee digital, data, and systems strategy to support insight-led decision making The Person We are seeking a credible and experienced senior leader with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence within complex or regulated environments. You will bring: Proven senior leadership experience, ideally within a charity, membership, or regulated organisation Strong financial acumen and experience managing complex budgets In-depth understanding of governance, risk, and compliance frameworks Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and organisational change A strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion The ability to translate strategy into operational delivery and measurable outcomes Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly created COO role with genuine scope to shape the future direction of the organisation. Hamilton Barber Recruitment is proud to be supporting this appointment and welcomes applications from individuals who are values-driven, collaborative, and motivated to make a meaningful impact.
Chief Business Officer About BJAK BJAK is building the next-generation insurance and financial services platform-designed to be radically simple, transparent, and accessible. We are the largest insurance platform in Southeast Asia, serving millions of users and transforming how consumers compare, purchase, and manage insurance. As we expand globally, we are launching BJAK in the United Kingdom, building a technology-led platform to simplify insurance selection, accelerate policy renewals, and improve transparency for consumers. About the Role The Chief Business Officer (CBO) will lead BJAK's commercial strategy and business expansion, starting with the United Kingdom as a key strategic market. This role will drive the development and execution of BJAK's growth initiatives, including market entry, regulatory readiness, insurer partnerships, and product launch. This role requires a strategic builder and operator who can move seamlessly between strategy and execution. You will work closely with the Founder and senior leadership to build BJAK's UK presence from the ground up and scale it into a high-growth, sustainable business. You will collaborate with product, engineering, compliance, and external partners to ensure BJAK's platform launches successfully while maintaining strong regulatory alignment and insurer partnerships. What You Will Be Doing Market Expansion & Business Planning Develop and execute BJAK's market expansion strategy, beginning with the UK as the first step in building BJAK's European presence. Develop a comprehensive business plan covering regulatory setup, insurer partnerships, distribution strategy, and long-term growth. Translate BJAK's global strategy into a clear commercial roadmap with defined milestones, KPIs, and execution priorities. Identify new market opportunities, strategic partnerships, and revenue streams to accelerate BJAK's growth. Regulatory & Licensing Lead the strategic process of establishing BJAK's regulatory presence in new markets, including coordination for obtaining the necessary FCA licenses and approvals in the UK. Work closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure BJAK's operations meet all regulatory requirements. Ensure ongoing governance, regulatory alignment, and operational compliance with industry standards. Insurer Partnerships & Strategic Alliances Build and manage long-term relationships with insurers, underwriting partners, and financial ecosystem players. Negotiate commercial agreements, product distribution partnerships, and technology integrations. Develop strategic alliances that expand BJAK's distribution channels and strengthen market positioning. Product Launch & Market Execution Lead the commercial launch of BJAK's platform in the UK market. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to localise platform features, integrations, and customer journeys. Ensure BJAK's platform aligns with UK customer needs, regulatory requirements, and insurer integration standards. Drive fast execution and product iteration to achieve strong product-market fit. Commercial Growth & Business Operations Drive BJAK's commercial growth by expanding partnerships, distribution channels, and revenue opportunities. Establish scalable operating processes, commercial frameworks, and performance metrics. Work cross-functionally with marketing, product, operations, and compliance to ensure successful market execution. Leadership & Strategic Execution Represent BJAK with insurers, regulators, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders. Build and lead high-performing commercial teams with strong ownership and execution discipline. Work closely with the Founder and leadership team on BJAK's long-term global growth strategy. What You Will Need 7+ years of experience in fintech, insurance, digital platforms, consulting, or high-growth technology companies Strong understanding of the insurance or financial services ecosystem Experience working with insurers, financial institutions, or digital platforms Proven ability to build partnerships and drive commercial growth Experience launching or scaling products or business initiatives Strong leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional teams Highly analytical, execution-focused, and comfortable operating in fast-paced environments Experience operating in regulated markets is highly preferred Why Join BJAK Play a key leadership role in BJAK's global expansion Work directly with founders and senior leadership on strategic initiatives Opportunity to build and scale new markets from the ground up Join a fast-growing technology company transforming financial services Clear pathway into senior global leadership roles Compensation Range We offer a highly competitive compensation package ranging from £150,000 to £200,000, reflecting the seniority and strategic importance of this role, alongside performance-based incentives and long-term upside linked to business growth.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Chief Business Officer About BJAK BJAK is building the next-generation insurance and financial services platform-designed to be radically simple, transparent, and accessible. We are the largest insurance platform in Southeast Asia, serving millions of users and transforming how consumers compare, purchase, and manage insurance. As we expand globally, we are launching BJAK in the United Kingdom, building a technology-led platform to simplify insurance selection, accelerate policy renewals, and improve transparency for consumers. About the Role The Chief Business Officer (CBO) will lead BJAK's commercial strategy and business expansion, starting with the United Kingdom as a key strategic market. This role will drive the development and execution of BJAK's growth initiatives, including market entry, regulatory readiness, insurer partnerships, and product launch. This role requires a strategic builder and operator who can move seamlessly between strategy and execution. You will work closely with the Founder and senior leadership to build BJAK's UK presence from the ground up and scale it into a high-growth, sustainable business. You will collaborate with product, engineering, compliance, and external partners to ensure BJAK's platform launches successfully while maintaining strong regulatory alignment and insurer partnerships. What You Will Be Doing Market Expansion & Business Planning Develop and execute BJAK's market expansion strategy, beginning with the UK as the first step in building BJAK's European presence. Develop a comprehensive business plan covering regulatory setup, insurer partnerships, distribution strategy, and long-term growth. Translate BJAK's global strategy into a clear commercial roadmap with defined milestones, KPIs, and execution priorities. Identify new market opportunities, strategic partnerships, and revenue streams to accelerate BJAK's growth. Regulatory & Licensing Lead the strategic process of establishing BJAK's regulatory presence in new markets, including coordination for obtaining the necessary FCA licenses and approvals in the UK. Work closely with legal and compliance teams to ensure BJAK's operations meet all regulatory requirements. Ensure ongoing governance, regulatory alignment, and operational compliance with industry standards. Insurer Partnerships & Strategic Alliances Build and manage long-term relationships with insurers, underwriting partners, and financial ecosystem players. Negotiate commercial agreements, product distribution partnerships, and technology integrations. Develop strategic alliances that expand BJAK's distribution channels and strengthen market positioning. Product Launch & Market Execution Lead the commercial launch of BJAK's platform in the UK market. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to localise platform features, integrations, and customer journeys. Ensure BJAK's platform aligns with UK customer needs, regulatory requirements, and insurer integration standards. Drive fast execution and product iteration to achieve strong product-market fit. Commercial Growth & Business Operations Drive BJAK's commercial growth by expanding partnerships, distribution channels, and revenue opportunities. Establish scalable operating processes, commercial frameworks, and performance metrics. Work cross-functionally with marketing, product, operations, and compliance to ensure successful market execution. Leadership & Strategic Execution Represent BJAK with insurers, regulators, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders. Build and lead high-performing commercial teams with strong ownership and execution discipline. Work closely with the Founder and leadership team on BJAK's long-term global growth strategy. What You Will Need 7+ years of experience in fintech, insurance, digital platforms, consulting, or high-growth technology companies Strong understanding of the insurance or financial services ecosystem Experience working with insurers, financial institutions, or digital platforms Proven ability to build partnerships and drive commercial growth Experience launching or scaling products or business initiatives Strong leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional teams Highly analytical, execution-focused, and comfortable operating in fast-paced environments Experience operating in regulated markets is highly preferred Why Join BJAK Play a key leadership role in BJAK's global expansion Work directly with founders and senior leadership on strategic initiatives Opportunity to build and scale new markets from the ground up Join a fast-growing technology company transforming financial services Clear pathway into senior global leadership roles Compensation Range We offer a highly competitive compensation package ranging from £150,000 to £200,000, reflecting the seniority and strategic importance of this role, alongside performance-based incentives and long-term upside linked to business growth.
Registration manager We are seeking an experienced Registration manager to lead membership and registration services, ensuring an efficient, accurate and high-quality member experience. Position: Registration manager Hours: Full-time (9am-5pm Monday to Friday) Location: London / Hybrid and flexible working (once a month in London office) Salary: £47,608 per annum Closing date: 30 March 2026 Provisional interview dates: 2 April (online) and 9 April (F2F, London) About the role The Registration manager leads the day to day delivery of membership and registration services, ensuring that applications, renewals, declarations, resignations and member records are handled accurately, efficiently and in line with procedures. The role is responsible for smooth operations, CRM accuracy, and ensuring members have a positive experience. You will manage and support a team of 4 Registration officers, oversee customer service standards, monitor workloads, and keep processes up to date. You will ensure membership applications and changes are processed correctly, lead the annual renewals cycle, handle member enquiries, and maintain accurate data in the CRM system. You will also resolve system issues, produce operational reports, improve workflows, and work closely with other teams such as finance, communications and regulation. About you Role specific criteria: Experience delivering membership, registration or service operations in a membership body, regulator, charity or similar setting. Experience managing or supervising an operational team, including workload planning and performance oversight. Strong CRM and digital systems skills, with the ability to improve workflows and maintain high quality data (Salesforce desirable). Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple processes and deadlines. Ability to interpret operational data and produce clear performance reports. Experience maintaining accurate member or registrant records, including renewals or revalidation processes. Ability to work 9 00, Monday to Friday. Desirable criteria: Experience within a professional membership, accreditation or regulatory environment. Experience improving digital processes or streamlining operational workflows. Understanding of membership lifecycles (e.g., admissions, renewals, trainee transitions). Experience preparing operational insights or reports for senior stakeholders. You will work alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds and collaborate with team members across the organisation. There will be scope for professional development and growth whilst working closely within a small team. In short, it is an opportunity to make a real difference. About the organisation As the leading professional body for psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors, the organisation represents training organisations and over 8,000 individual therapists - working privately or in the NHS or voluntary sector - offering a wide variety of psychotherapeutic approaches or modalities. Their charitable objectives are to promote: the art and science of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for the benefit of the public research into psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling methods and to disseminate the results of any such research high standards of education, training and practice in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling the wider provision of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for all sections of the public. Benefits 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays extra leave during December office closure generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution and salary sacrifice option occupational sick pay and enhanced maternity leave flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements ongoing learning and development opportunities employee assistant programme with access to confidential counselling and mental health support flu vaccination and eyecare vouchers interest-free season ticket loans cycle to work scheme. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Membership Manager, Membership Services Manager, Registration Lead, Operations Manager, Membership Operations Manager, Customer Operations Manager, CRM Manager, Member Services Lead Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Registration manager We are seeking an experienced Registration manager to lead membership and registration services, ensuring an efficient, accurate and high-quality member experience. Position: Registration manager Hours: Full-time (9am-5pm Monday to Friday) Location: London / Hybrid and flexible working (once a month in London office) Salary: £47,608 per annum Closing date: 30 March 2026 Provisional interview dates: 2 April (online) and 9 April (F2F, London) About the role The Registration manager leads the day to day delivery of membership and registration services, ensuring that applications, renewals, declarations, resignations and member records are handled accurately, efficiently and in line with procedures. The role is responsible for smooth operations, CRM accuracy, and ensuring members have a positive experience. You will manage and support a team of 4 Registration officers, oversee customer service standards, monitor workloads, and keep processes up to date. You will ensure membership applications and changes are processed correctly, lead the annual renewals cycle, handle member enquiries, and maintain accurate data in the CRM system. You will also resolve system issues, produce operational reports, improve workflows, and work closely with other teams such as finance, communications and regulation. About you Role specific criteria: Experience delivering membership, registration or service operations in a membership body, regulator, charity or similar setting. Experience managing or supervising an operational team, including workload planning and performance oversight. Strong CRM and digital systems skills, with the ability to improve workflows and maintain high quality data (Salesforce desirable). Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple processes and deadlines. Ability to interpret operational data and produce clear performance reports. Experience maintaining accurate member or registrant records, including renewals or revalidation processes. Ability to work 9 00, Monday to Friday. Desirable criteria: Experience within a professional membership, accreditation or regulatory environment. Experience improving digital processes or streamlining operational workflows. Understanding of membership lifecycles (e.g., admissions, renewals, trainee transitions). Experience preparing operational insights or reports for senior stakeholders. You will work alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds and collaborate with team members across the organisation. There will be scope for professional development and growth whilst working closely within a small team. In short, it is an opportunity to make a real difference. About the organisation As the leading professional body for psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors, the organisation represents training organisations and over 8,000 individual therapists - working privately or in the NHS or voluntary sector - offering a wide variety of psychotherapeutic approaches or modalities. Their charitable objectives are to promote: the art and science of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for the benefit of the public research into psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling methods and to disseminate the results of any such research high standards of education, training and practice in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling the wider provision of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for all sections of the public. Benefits 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays extra leave during December office closure generous pension scheme with 8% employer contribution and salary sacrifice option occupational sick pay and enhanced maternity leave flexible working hours and hybrid working arrangements ongoing learning and development opportunities employee assistant programme with access to confidential counselling and mental health support flu vaccination and eyecare vouchers interest-free season ticket loans cycle to work scheme. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Membership Manager, Membership Services Manager, Registration Lead, Operations Manager, Membership Operations Manager, Customer Operations Manager, CRM Manager, Member Services Lead Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.
Job Purpose The Research Programme Manager will have a strong grounding in scientific research, expertise in grant management, and report to the Director of Research. The role s core responsibility will be to lead on the implementation and delivery of large-scale collaborative programmes and funding schemes. The post holder will have a visible presence within the research community acting as an important point of contact between partner organisations, researchers, committee members, peer reviewers and the charity. They will be expected to keep updated with the latest research developments in order to use strategic scientific expertise and judgement in the ongoing development and improvement of the Foundation s grant funding schemes. They will be responsible for the successful delivery of a large portfolio of active projects by working closely with others in the team to ensure all awards are expertly administered, monitored, evaluated and reported against, ensuring the outputs are of the highest quality and supporting the charities activities. The post-holder will identify opportunities to communicate the progress or impact of the work we fund and work with the communications team to develop compelling communications for our supporters. Key responsibilities: Grant Funding Programme Lead on the setup of large-scale collaborative research programmes ensuring robust peer review, effective contracting and close collaboration with funding partners; Lead on the management of multiple grant funding schemes, as well as ad-hoc applications that come to the Foundation; Oversee the smooth running of application rounds, peer review and ensure that funding committees function in line with AMRC guidance; Be the main point of contact for the AMRC with regards to research management; Support the ongoing implementation and development of the Foundation s Grant Management Software, ensuring the research team are using the platform effectively; Manage project set-up including contracting, the development of detailed project plans, including go/no-go milestones and budgets; Work with the other Research Programme Managers to oversee the research programme budget including planning, monitoring and forecasting; work with the Directors of Research and Finance to ensure that accurate research finance information is available for organisational budgeting and planning; Seek opportunities to improve the Foundation s grant funding schemes to increase the number and quality of applications received year on year, ensuring funding projects support the delivery of the Foundation s research strategy; Monitor any developments or innovations across the sector and implement changes to maintain a high-quality impactful research funding programme. Project Portfolio and Impact Oversee the delivery of large-scale collaborative research programmes including: Leading on management on behalf of funding partnerships Manage and oversee project delivery of the Foundation s active project portfolio by: Building and managing relationships with award holders and attending site visits; Approving grant payments and managing the change process for any project amendments; Ensuring project progress is effectively monitored and reported against; Identifying opportunities for and approving any project communications. Lead on the development and implementation of an Impact Evaluation Framework, to monitor and evaluate the impact of the research we fund. Lead on the development of an annual impact report to demonstrate the impact of the research we fund. Line Management Provide line management responsibilities to the Research Officer, supporting their performance and ongoing development. General Responsibilities Support the Director of Research to deliver the Foundation s research strategy; Support more junior members of the team through training and mentoring; Contribute to the team being proactive and supportive, and working effectively and efficiently to achieve agreed objectives; Support the development of research communications activities, working closely with our communications team. Contribute to the development and maintenance of strong internal relationships across the charity, working specifically with the Fundraising Team to support income generation; Support the Director of Research in the development of updates for the Board of Trustees and other groups such as our Scientific Advisors; Keep updated with the latest scientific developments in the field, attend conferences and build strong relationships with MND experts and other relevant stakeholders; Represent the Foundation at external scientific meetings and conferences; Undertake other work as required by the Director of Research. Skills and experience required: Educated to PhD level or with equivalent experience in a science subject relevant to MND; Experience of research management, including the management of grant schemes, preferably with experience of using Flexi-Grant; Experience of research communications, including the ability to disseminate complex scientific information and present it to non-technical audiences; Experience of liaising with senior individuals in a variety of organisations with an ability to create favourable working relationships; Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time; A great communicator, with excellent written and oral skills and the ability to maintain relationships with a wide variety of individuals, including those within the Foundation, researchers and clinicians, relevant organisations and industry bodies, MND patients, and other MND charities; Self-motivated, proactive and able to work using own initiative; Organised, with a proven ability to successfully manage a broad spectrum of tasks, deadlines and individuals; Motivated to make a real difference for those living with MND and future generations. Working Pattern: Full time, permanent, home-based with regular travel across the UK Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience Direct reports: Research Officer, 1 FTE Closing date: Friday 8th May Interviews: Week commencing 11th May
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Job Purpose The Research Programme Manager will have a strong grounding in scientific research, expertise in grant management, and report to the Director of Research. The role s core responsibility will be to lead on the implementation and delivery of large-scale collaborative programmes and funding schemes. The post holder will have a visible presence within the research community acting as an important point of contact between partner organisations, researchers, committee members, peer reviewers and the charity. They will be expected to keep updated with the latest research developments in order to use strategic scientific expertise and judgement in the ongoing development and improvement of the Foundation s grant funding schemes. They will be responsible for the successful delivery of a large portfolio of active projects by working closely with others in the team to ensure all awards are expertly administered, monitored, evaluated and reported against, ensuring the outputs are of the highest quality and supporting the charities activities. The post-holder will identify opportunities to communicate the progress or impact of the work we fund and work with the communications team to develop compelling communications for our supporters. Key responsibilities: Grant Funding Programme Lead on the setup of large-scale collaborative research programmes ensuring robust peer review, effective contracting and close collaboration with funding partners; Lead on the management of multiple grant funding schemes, as well as ad-hoc applications that come to the Foundation; Oversee the smooth running of application rounds, peer review and ensure that funding committees function in line with AMRC guidance; Be the main point of contact for the AMRC with regards to research management; Support the ongoing implementation and development of the Foundation s Grant Management Software, ensuring the research team are using the platform effectively; Manage project set-up including contracting, the development of detailed project plans, including go/no-go milestones and budgets; Work with the other Research Programme Managers to oversee the research programme budget including planning, monitoring and forecasting; work with the Directors of Research and Finance to ensure that accurate research finance information is available for organisational budgeting and planning; Seek opportunities to improve the Foundation s grant funding schemes to increase the number and quality of applications received year on year, ensuring funding projects support the delivery of the Foundation s research strategy; Monitor any developments or innovations across the sector and implement changes to maintain a high-quality impactful research funding programme. Project Portfolio and Impact Oversee the delivery of large-scale collaborative research programmes including: Leading on management on behalf of funding partnerships Manage and oversee project delivery of the Foundation s active project portfolio by: Building and managing relationships with award holders and attending site visits; Approving grant payments and managing the change process for any project amendments; Ensuring project progress is effectively monitored and reported against; Identifying opportunities for and approving any project communications. Lead on the development and implementation of an Impact Evaluation Framework, to monitor and evaluate the impact of the research we fund. Lead on the development of an annual impact report to demonstrate the impact of the research we fund. Line Management Provide line management responsibilities to the Research Officer, supporting their performance and ongoing development. General Responsibilities Support the Director of Research to deliver the Foundation s research strategy; Support more junior members of the team through training and mentoring; Contribute to the team being proactive and supportive, and working effectively and efficiently to achieve agreed objectives; Support the development of research communications activities, working closely with our communications team. Contribute to the development and maintenance of strong internal relationships across the charity, working specifically with the Fundraising Team to support income generation; Support the Director of Research in the development of updates for the Board of Trustees and other groups such as our Scientific Advisors; Keep updated with the latest scientific developments in the field, attend conferences and build strong relationships with MND experts and other relevant stakeholders; Represent the Foundation at external scientific meetings and conferences; Undertake other work as required by the Director of Research. Skills and experience required: Educated to PhD level or with equivalent experience in a science subject relevant to MND; Experience of research management, including the management of grant schemes, preferably with experience of using Flexi-Grant; Experience of research communications, including the ability to disseminate complex scientific information and present it to non-technical audiences; Experience of liaising with senior individuals in a variety of organisations with an ability to create favourable working relationships; Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time; A great communicator, with excellent written and oral skills and the ability to maintain relationships with a wide variety of individuals, including those within the Foundation, researchers and clinicians, relevant organisations and industry bodies, MND patients, and other MND charities; Self-motivated, proactive and able to work using own initiative; Organised, with a proven ability to successfully manage a broad spectrum of tasks, deadlines and individuals; Motivated to make a real difference for those living with MND and future generations. Working Pattern: Full time, permanent, home-based with regular travel across the UK Salary: Circa £45,000 dependent on experience Direct reports: Research Officer, 1 FTE Closing date: Friday 8th May Interviews: Week commencing 11th May
Carrington West are assisting a local authority client in the search for a Developer Contributions Officer on an initial 6-month contract (with the potential to extend). This role will focus on the administration, monitoring and collection of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and wider developer contributions, ensuring infrastructure funding is accurately recorded and managed to support growth across the authority. The successful candidate will be responsible for recording, processing and reporting developer contribution income, maintaining accurate records within the authority's monitoring systems and issuing relevant statutory notices in line with legislation. The role will involve working closely with planning, finance and other internal teams to ensure compliance with developer contribution requirements and support the effective delivery of infrastructure funding. You will be: experienced in administering or monitoring developer contributions, particularly CIL confident working with financial data and monitoring systems able to interpret planning legislation relating to developer contributions comfortable managing cases, calculations and statutory deadlines experienced using monitoring systems such as Exacom or similar (Full job description available upon request) It would be beneficial for the post holder to have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience in planning or infrastructure funding, alongside a good understanding of the UK planning system. The council are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, ideally with previous experience working within a local authority planning environment. Carrington West Pay Rate - £45 per hour (Subject to experience) Job Ref - 65121 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and at all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Apr 15, 2026
Contractor
Carrington West are assisting a local authority client in the search for a Developer Contributions Officer on an initial 6-month contract (with the potential to extend). This role will focus on the administration, monitoring and collection of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and wider developer contributions, ensuring infrastructure funding is accurately recorded and managed to support growth across the authority. The successful candidate will be responsible for recording, processing and reporting developer contribution income, maintaining accurate records within the authority's monitoring systems and issuing relevant statutory notices in line with legislation. The role will involve working closely with planning, finance and other internal teams to ensure compliance with developer contribution requirements and support the effective delivery of infrastructure funding. You will be: experienced in administering or monitoring developer contributions, particularly CIL confident working with financial data and monitoring systems able to interpret planning legislation relating to developer contributions comfortable managing cases, calculations and statutory deadlines experienced using monitoring systems such as Exacom or similar (Full job description available upon request) It would be beneficial for the post holder to have a relevant qualification or equivalent experience in planning or infrastructure funding, alongside a good understanding of the UK planning system. The council are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, ideally with previous experience working within a local authority planning environment. Carrington West Pay Rate - £45 per hour (Subject to experience) Job Ref - 65121 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and at all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Children and young people in London matter; their voices, experiences, and futures. They deserve every chance to make the most of their lives. But too many young people can't because they don't have the opportunities they need to thrive. That is where transformational youth work comes in offering somewhere to go, something to do, someone to trust. London Youth's vision is for all young Londoners to grow up healthy, able to express themselves, navigating a fulfilling career, and making a positive contribution to their communities. The Head of Trusts and Foundations plays a pivotal role in the delivery of this vision, leading on the significant growth of restricted and unrestricted funds through this income stream. You will line manage a Trusts & Foundations Manager and a Trusts & Foundations Officer, collaborating closely with them in order to drive success and deliver against target. You will be personally responsible for securing new high value multi-year relationships (six and seven figures) as well as stewarding a range of existing high value relationships. You will also play an important leadership role across the organisation, working with colleagues in all departments to ensure an efficient and effective approach that delivers for children and young people and youth workers and organisations across the capital. What you will be doing Lead on the development and implementation of a successful trusts and foundations strategy that achieves £2.5m of restricted and unrestricted income by the end of 2026 and delivers growth from 2027. Offer inspirational leadership to the Trusts and Foundations Team, line managing a T&F manager and a T&F officer. Take overall responsibility for developing and managing a robus pipeline of trusts and foundations and statutory funders that enables London Youth to hit its income targets, coordinating the distribution of responsibilities across the team, including the implementation of a quarterly mailout. Work in close collaboration with appropriate teams across London Youth to ensure all applications and proposals produced by the team are compelling, accurate, produced to the highest possible standards, and submitted to deadline. Ensure contracts or MOUs are in place with all funders and that all conditions and reporting requirements are clear and met. Ensure all information is recorded in an accurate and timely manner on Salesforce, enabling you to track progress against monthly income targets and KPIs, and expertly steward and manage all relationships with funders. Lead on the development of the annual Trusts and Foundations budgets and the monthly review of management accounts for your area. Produce appropriate reports and presentations for team, directorate, senior team, committee, and board meetings. Prepresent the fundraising team in leadership team meetings and senior meetings as appropriate when required. Contribute to wider fundraising and communications led activities such as site visits, Lunch and Learn sessions, the London Youth Awards, and external networking opportunities. Ensure you and your team understands the external funding environment, spotting trends, identifying opportunities, and making informed strategic recommendations for how London Youth should be operating in such an environment. What you bring to the role Knowledge and Experience: Proven ability to lead and manage a trusts and foundations team and deliver growth through this income stream. Experience of successfully delivering six and seven figure funds. Proven ability to lead and collaborate with delivery, finance, policy, data and learning, and senior teams to develop applications and proposals. Proven project management skills. First class relationship management skills. Demonstrable knowledge of UK and London funders. Ability to undertake rigorous prospect research and build and manage a robust pipeline. An analytical approach with experience of regularly recording and reporting on data, including an ability to interpret financial data. Experience of acting as an organisational ambassador in a range of outward facing contexts. Awareness of Fundraising Regulatory Framework. Attributes and Behaviours: Passionate and demonstrably committed to improving the lives of young people. Outstanding written and oral communications skills with attention to detail. Ability to think strategically. Ability to adapt to working with a variety of internal and external audiences. Ability to work independently and use your own initiative. Ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Ability to work in a changing and flexible environment. Willingness to develop and learn new skills. Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality. Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends at London Youth events. You will be able to demonstrate our values of being: Ambitious Collaborative Inclusive Accountable Why work at London Youth Generous holiday allowance - 39 days paid holiday each year (including bank holidays and closure days). If you work part-time, your holiday allowance will be proportional based on your working hours. Employer 4% pension contribution. Additional leave granted to support voluntary activity. Free access for you and your family for the Employee Assistance Programme. Free access to the 'Headspace' app for you and your family. Free Health Care Cash Plan. Free access to the Charity Mentoring Network, as a mentor or mentee. You'll be working with a fantastic team of passionate colleagues across London Youth. You will be making a difference to the lives of young people!
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Children and young people in London matter; their voices, experiences, and futures. They deserve every chance to make the most of their lives. But too many young people can't because they don't have the opportunities they need to thrive. That is where transformational youth work comes in offering somewhere to go, something to do, someone to trust. London Youth's vision is for all young Londoners to grow up healthy, able to express themselves, navigating a fulfilling career, and making a positive contribution to their communities. The Head of Trusts and Foundations plays a pivotal role in the delivery of this vision, leading on the significant growth of restricted and unrestricted funds through this income stream. You will line manage a Trusts & Foundations Manager and a Trusts & Foundations Officer, collaborating closely with them in order to drive success and deliver against target. You will be personally responsible for securing new high value multi-year relationships (six and seven figures) as well as stewarding a range of existing high value relationships. You will also play an important leadership role across the organisation, working with colleagues in all departments to ensure an efficient and effective approach that delivers for children and young people and youth workers and organisations across the capital. What you will be doing Lead on the development and implementation of a successful trusts and foundations strategy that achieves £2.5m of restricted and unrestricted income by the end of 2026 and delivers growth from 2027. Offer inspirational leadership to the Trusts and Foundations Team, line managing a T&F manager and a T&F officer. Take overall responsibility for developing and managing a robus pipeline of trusts and foundations and statutory funders that enables London Youth to hit its income targets, coordinating the distribution of responsibilities across the team, including the implementation of a quarterly mailout. Work in close collaboration with appropriate teams across London Youth to ensure all applications and proposals produced by the team are compelling, accurate, produced to the highest possible standards, and submitted to deadline. Ensure contracts or MOUs are in place with all funders and that all conditions and reporting requirements are clear and met. Ensure all information is recorded in an accurate and timely manner on Salesforce, enabling you to track progress against monthly income targets and KPIs, and expertly steward and manage all relationships with funders. Lead on the development of the annual Trusts and Foundations budgets and the monthly review of management accounts for your area. Produce appropriate reports and presentations for team, directorate, senior team, committee, and board meetings. Prepresent the fundraising team in leadership team meetings and senior meetings as appropriate when required. Contribute to wider fundraising and communications led activities such as site visits, Lunch and Learn sessions, the London Youth Awards, and external networking opportunities. Ensure you and your team understands the external funding environment, spotting trends, identifying opportunities, and making informed strategic recommendations for how London Youth should be operating in such an environment. What you bring to the role Knowledge and Experience: Proven ability to lead and manage a trusts and foundations team and deliver growth through this income stream. Experience of successfully delivering six and seven figure funds. Proven ability to lead and collaborate with delivery, finance, policy, data and learning, and senior teams to develop applications and proposals. Proven project management skills. First class relationship management skills. Demonstrable knowledge of UK and London funders. Ability to undertake rigorous prospect research and build and manage a robust pipeline. An analytical approach with experience of regularly recording and reporting on data, including an ability to interpret financial data. Experience of acting as an organisational ambassador in a range of outward facing contexts. Awareness of Fundraising Regulatory Framework. Attributes and Behaviours: Passionate and demonstrably committed to improving the lives of young people. Outstanding written and oral communications skills with attention to detail. Ability to think strategically. Ability to adapt to working with a variety of internal and external audiences. Ability to work independently and use your own initiative. Ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Ability to work in a changing and flexible environment. Willingness to develop and learn new skills. Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality. Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends at London Youth events. You will be able to demonstrate our values of being: Ambitious Collaborative Inclusive Accountable Why work at London Youth Generous holiday allowance - 39 days paid holiday each year (including bank holidays and closure days). If you work part-time, your holiday allowance will be proportional based on your working hours. Employer 4% pension contribution. Additional leave granted to support voluntary activity. Free access for you and your family for the Employee Assistance Programme. Free access to the 'Headspace' app for you and your family. Free Health Care Cash Plan. Free access to the Charity Mentoring Network, as a mentor or mentee. You'll be working with a fantastic team of passionate colleagues across London Youth. You will be making a difference to the lives of young people!
Robert Half are recruiting for a founder-led, purpose-driven consumer brand based in Cornwall with a strong identity and loyal customer base. The business sells through a UK retail estate and a growing direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel, with increasing international reach. Values-led in the truest sense - this is a business people genuinely care about, based in a Cornwall, South West England location. INTERIM GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Day Rate: £350-£450pd Location: Cornwall Duration: 3-4 months Location: Cornwall - South West England - hybrid, 3-4 days on-site per week Start Date: May 2026 Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Start: Immediate The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, the interim Group Financial Controller will take full ownership of the group finance function - ensuring tight controls, accurate reporting and strong financial leadership for the duration of the engagement. You will need to integrate quickly, work with limited handover and deliver from day one. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Reporting Own the group month-end close and produce accurate, timely management accounts across all entities Prepare consolidated group financial statements - P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Deliver board reporting packs with clear commentary and variance analysis Lead the year-end statutory accounts process and manage the external audit relationship Cash & Treasury Own cash flow forecasting and monitoring, including a rolling 13-week model Manage working capital - AR/AP and stock oversight Manage FX exposure across multi-currency trading channels Commercial Finance Partner with the CFO and senior leadership on commercial decision-making Support budgeting and reforecasting with channel-level performance analysis Controls & Compliance Ensure all statutory filings are submitted accurately and on time Strengthen financial processes and controls where needed Maintain compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102 Team Lead and develop the finance team day-to-day Provide a stable, credible senior presence for the duration of the engagement The Person Fully qualified - ACA, ACCA or CIMA Proven experience as a Group Financial Controller or equivalent senior finance role Background in consumer, retail or branded goods Multi-entity consolidation and group reporting experience Able to operate hands-on, at pace, with limited handover Strong UK GAAP / FRS 102 technical knowledge Confident communicating with CFO and board-level stakeholders Prior interim experience an advantage To Apply The client name will be shared with suitable candidates following an initial conversation. Please submit your CV and a brief note on your experience and current availability. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Apr 15, 2026
Seasonal
Robert Half are recruiting for a founder-led, purpose-driven consumer brand based in Cornwall with a strong identity and loyal customer base. The business sells through a UK retail estate and a growing direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel, with increasing international reach. Values-led in the truest sense - this is a business people genuinely care about, based in a Cornwall, South West England location. INTERIM GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER Day Rate: £350-£450pd Location: Cornwall Duration: 3-4 months Location: Cornwall - South West England - hybrid, 3-4 days on-site per week Start Date: May 2026 Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Start: Immediate The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, the interim Group Financial Controller will take full ownership of the group finance function - ensuring tight controls, accurate reporting and strong financial leadership for the duration of the engagement. You will need to integrate quickly, work with limited handover and deliver from day one. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Reporting Own the group month-end close and produce accurate, timely management accounts across all entities Prepare consolidated group financial statements - P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Deliver board reporting packs with clear commentary and variance analysis Lead the year-end statutory accounts process and manage the external audit relationship Cash & Treasury Own cash flow forecasting and monitoring, including a rolling 13-week model Manage working capital - AR/AP and stock oversight Manage FX exposure across multi-currency trading channels Commercial Finance Partner with the CFO and senior leadership on commercial decision-making Support budgeting and reforecasting with channel-level performance analysis Controls & Compliance Ensure all statutory filings are submitted accurately and on time Strengthen financial processes and controls where needed Maintain compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102 Team Lead and develop the finance team day-to-day Provide a stable, credible senior presence for the duration of the engagement The Person Fully qualified - ACA, ACCA or CIMA Proven experience as a Group Financial Controller or equivalent senior finance role Background in consumer, retail or branded goods Multi-entity consolidation and group reporting experience Able to operate hands-on, at pace, with limited handover Strong UK GAAP / FRS 102 technical knowledge Confident communicating with CFO and board-level stakeholders Prior interim experience an advantage To Apply The client name will be shared with suitable candidates following an initial conversation. Please submit your CV and a brief note on your experience and current availability. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
FEES COLLECTION OFFICER We are recruiting on behalf of a leading independent school trust in London for a Fees Collection Officer. This role is responsible for managing the collection of school fees, maintaining accurate financial records, and liaising with external individuals. You will support the finance team in ensuring timely payments and effective credit control, contributing to the smooth financial operation of the organisation. FEES COLLECTION OFFICER ROLE: Identifying overdue accounts by producing aged debt lists and monitoring arrears Initiating standard reminders and drafting non standard correspondence for arrears, disputes, and queries Processing debit and credit card payments for severely overdue accounts Negotiating with late payers via phone, email, and letter while maintaining accurate records in SIMS Managing fee related enquiries from parents, prospective parents, and general customers Liaising with school admin staff, Heads, DFOs, and senior leaders regarding arrears and potential exclusions Assisting with termly e billing, preparing reports, maintaining arrears lists, and coordinating debtor meetings Collaborating with internal departments using SharePoint and adhering to all data protection requirements FEES COLLECTION OFFICER ESSENTIALS: Requiring a minimum of 12 months accounts experience, with credit control preferred Being fully in the office during the three month probation period before moving to a hybrid model of three days in the office in central London Demonstrating strong communication skills Having experience working in fast paced environments Learning quickly and being process driven Showing resilience and the ability to thrive in fast paced environments Prioritising tasks effectively to meet deadlines If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply today by submitting your CV to us. Please note that due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. For information on how we process personal information, please refer to our website: How We Use Your Personal Information. At Australasian Recruitment Company we are committed to an Equal Opportunities policy and make employment decisions by matching business needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities) gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
FEES COLLECTION OFFICER We are recruiting on behalf of a leading independent school trust in London for a Fees Collection Officer. This role is responsible for managing the collection of school fees, maintaining accurate financial records, and liaising with external individuals. You will support the finance team in ensuring timely payments and effective credit control, contributing to the smooth financial operation of the organisation. FEES COLLECTION OFFICER ROLE: Identifying overdue accounts by producing aged debt lists and monitoring arrears Initiating standard reminders and drafting non standard correspondence for arrears, disputes, and queries Processing debit and credit card payments for severely overdue accounts Negotiating with late payers via phone, email, and letter while maintaining accurate records in SIMS Managing fee related enquiries from parents, prospective parents, and general customers Liaising with school admin staff, Heads, DFOs, and senior leaders regarding arrears and potential exclusions Assisting with termly e billing, preparing reports, maintaining arrears lists, and coordinating debtor meetings Collaborating with internal departments using SharePoint and adhering to all data protection requirements FEES COLLECTION OFFICER ESSENTIALS: Requiring a minimum of 12 months accounts experience, with credit control preferred Being fully in the office during the three month probation period before moving to a hybrid model of three days in the office in central London Demonstrating strong communication skills Having experience working in fast paced environments Learning quickly and being process driven Showing resilience and the ability to thrive in fast paced environments Prioritising tasks effectively to meet deadlines If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply today by submitting your CV to us. Please note that due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. For information on how we process personal information, please refer to our website: How We Use Your Personal Information. At Australasian Recruitment Company we are committed to an Equal Opportunities policy and make employment decisions by matching business needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities) gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Head of Talent Acquisition, UK Lloyd's (Interim) 12 month FTC United Kingdom (London) At AXA XL, we are transforming Human Resources. To keep AXA XL moving fast, fast forward, HR is changing our systems, processes and policies to help our clients attract, engage, develop and retain the best talent globally. We are looking to bring on board a passionate Human Resources professional to help us in our journey. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Be the 'face' of UK Lloyd's Talent Acquisition to the UK Leadership Team and UK market, including presenting Go to Market strategies for the UK growth ambitions and presenting recruitment MI and insights, both internally and externally Develop a regional talent acquisition strategy that supports and accelerates the strategic growth plans of the business across all functions within the UK region and supports the acquisition of critical business skills and capabilities, both current and in the future Lead the diversity sourcing strategy for the UK Lloyd's BU, supporting the UK recruiters to help hiring managers and key stakeholders understand the importance of sourcing and cultivating diverse and innovative teams. Be a Thought Leader in the UK Lloyd's market, representing AXA XL's brand and establish and maintain relationships and networks with targeted industries, professional associations, educational institutions, non prospects, and others to develop and maintain a pipeline of candidates. Grow, lead and develop proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support the UK business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs. Lead a TA team that is equipped to quickly respond to the ever changing priorities of AXA XL's growth business and delivers high impact results. Build capability within the Talent Acquisition function to effectively spot, analyze and inform on market trends around hiring challenges, candidate attraction, compensation and provide suggested solutions to ensure AXA XL remains an employer of choice. Connect with AXA Group and proactively engage the UK AXA XL team in Group projects and initiatives, developing networks with GIE and across other entities to progress the AXA strategy. Use your London market network to build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients across the business as a trusted talent acquisition leader to ensure the ability to drive the attraction, recruiting and retention of top talent. In partnership with HR and Business Leaders, lead workforce planning sourcing strategies, acting as a talent advisor to influence business decisions. Lead employment branding and EVP development efforts in the region, taking the appropriate partnerships to bring our Employer Promise to life. Champion internal mobility, partnering with other regions and AXA Group entities to embed a culture of continuous professional development, helping internal talent to realize their potential and pursue their professional goals. Proactively manage internal candidates to ensure a positive experience. Effectively manage the day to day workload of the talent acquisition team, ensuring data quality and accuracy in our systems and putting governing measures in place to ensure all local legislation is adhered to in our hiring practices. You will report to Chief Human Resources Officer, UK/Lloyds, with a dotted line to Global Head of Talent Management and Employee Experience. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the UK Lloyds HR Leadership team as well as the Global TA Leadership team. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: A successful track record of having achieved success in a similar role for a complex/matrixed, global organization, ideally within the Financial Services or Insurance industries Demonstrated experience of operating at Leadership Team level within a highly complex global company Proven success in partnering with leadership to develop a deep understanding of their business objectives and designing and executing an industry leading recruitment strategy which supports the business strategy Depth of experience in London Market recruitment and the ability to access a network of talent and develop relationships in the London and UK regions to achieve business objectives Significant demonstrated experience leading a talent acquisition team within a highly complex global company, implementing innovative TA best practice and developing a best in class recruitment team Depth of knowledge of I&D trends and issues with an ability to access a network of diverse talent to develop a proactive pipeline to meet business objectives Proven experience in developing and managing early career recruitment programs from scratch and ability to partner with UK HR Leadership team to develop and drive an innovative early career recruitment strategy and brand Significant experience in developing proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs Depth of knowledge of legal issues and the ability to advise on and lead compliance regulations that impact recruiting activities within the United Kingdom Experience presenting to large groups of senior professionals on recruitment trends and strategies in an engaging way to influence decision making Experience in leading best in class candidate experience and employment branding initiatives Significant experience implementing Applicant Tracking and Client Relationship Management systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Robust analytical and critical thinking skills with thorough attention to detail Bachelor's degree required Willingness to travel, as needed What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program . click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Head of Talent Acquisition, UK Lloyd's (Interim) 12 month FTC United Kingdom (London) At AXA XL, we are transforming Human Resources. To keep AXA XL moving fast, fast forward, HR is changing our systems, processes and policies to help our clients attract, engage, develop and retain the best talent globally. We are looking to bring on board a passionate Human Resources professional to help us in our journey. What you'll be doing What will your essential responsibilities include? Be the 'face' of UK Lloyd's Talent Acquisition to the UK Leadership Team and UK market, including presenting Go to Market strategies for the UK growth ambitions and presenting recruitment MI and insights, both internally and externally Develop a regional talent acquisition strategy that supports and accelerates the strategic growth plans of the business across all functions within the UK region and supports the acquisition of critical business skills and capabilities, both current and in the future Lead the diversity sourcing strategy for the UK Lloyd's BU, supporting the UK recruiters to help hiring managers and key stakeholders understand the importance of sourcing and cultivating diverse and innovative teams. Be a Thought Leader in the UK Lloyd's market, representing AXA XL's brand and establish and maintain relationships and networks with targeted industries, professional associations, educational institutions, non prospects, and others to develop and maintain a pipeline of candidates. Grow, lead and develop proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support the UK business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs. Lead a TA team that is equipped to quickly respond to the ever changing priorities of AXA XL's growth business and delivers high impact results. Build capability within the Talent Acquisition function to effectively spot, analyze and inform on market trends around hiring challenges, candidate attraction, compensation and provide suggested solutions to ensure AXA XL remains an employer of choice. Connect with AXA Group and proactively engage the UK AXA XL team in Group projects and initiatives, developing networks with GIE and across other entities to progress the AXA strategy. Use your London market network to build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients across the business as a trusted talent acquisition leader to ensure the ability to drive the attraction, recruiting and retention of top talent. In partnership with HR and Business Leaders, lead workforce planning sourcing strategies, acting as a talent advisor to influence business decisions. Lead employment branding and EVP development efforts in the region, taking the appropriate partnerships to bring our Employer Promise to life. Champion internal mobility, partnering with other regions and AXA Group entities to embed a culture of continuous professional development, helping internal talent to realize their potential and pursue their professional goals. Proactively manage internal candidates to ensure a positive experience. Effectively manage the day to day workload of the talent acquisition team, ensuring data quality and accuracy in our systems and putting governing measures in place to ensure all local legislation is adhered to in our hiring practices. You will report to Chief Human Resources Officer, UK/Lloyds, with a dotted line to Global Head of Talent Management and Employee Experience. The successful candidate will serve as a member of the UK Lloyds HR Leadership team as well as the Global TA Leadership team. What you'll bring We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: Required Skills and Abilities: A successful track record of having achieved success in a similar role for a complex/matrixed, global organization, ideally within the Financial Services or Insurance industries Demonstrated experience of operating at Leadership Team level within a highly complex global company Proven success in partnering with leadership to develop a deep understanding of their business objectives and designing and executing an industry leading recruitment strategy which supports the business strategy Depth of experience in London Market recruitment and the ability to access a network of talent and develop relationships in the London and UK regions to achieve business objectives Significant demonstrated experience leading a talent acquisition team within a highly complex global company, implementing innovative TA best practice and developing a best in class recruitment team Depth of knowledge of I&D trends and issues with an ability to access a network of diverse talent to develop a proactive pipeline to meet business objectives Proven experience in developing and managing early career recruitment programs from scratch and ability to partner with UK HR Leadership team to develop and drive an innovative early career recruitment strategy and brand Significant experience in developing proactive pipelines (internal as well as external) to support business needs, partnering with Talent Management and Human Resources Business Partners on organizational design initiatives by developing robust pipelines and recruitment assessment processes and programs Depth of knowledge of legal issues and the ability to advise on and lead compliance regulations that impact recruiting activities within the United Kingdom Experience presenting to large groups of senior professionals on recruitment trends and strategies in an engaging way to influence decision making Experience in leading best in class candidate experience and employment branding initiatives Significant experience implementing Applicant Tracking and Client Relationship Management systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Robust analytical and critical thinking skills with thorough attention to detail Bachelor's degree required Willingness to travel, as needed What we offer Inclusion AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe. Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter Learn more at AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Total Rewards AXA XL's Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do. We're committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence. Sustainability At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Our Pillars: Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program . click apply for full job details
Company Our client is an asset and wealth management specialist, based in London. This is a stand alone role that is both strategic and operational, covering SMF3, SMF16 and SMF17 responsibilities as well as hands on compliance activities. Responsibilities Act as the firm's Compliance Officer (SMF16), MLRO (SMF17) and ED (SMF3). Design, implement, and maintain the firm's compliance and AML/CTF framework, ensuring alignment with FCA rules, guidance, and regulatory developments. Monitor, interpret, and implement new and updated FCA regulatory requirements, ensuring timely communication and adoption across the firm. Perform and oversee day to day compliance activities, beyond SMF16/17 statutory duties. Oversee and conduct CDD, EDD, KYC, client onboarding, and ongoing due diligence reviews. Support and manage SM&CR obligations, including certification, Conduct Rules training, and maintenance of Statements of Responsibilities. Draft, review, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls. Provide second line oversight of business activities, including transaction reporting and regulatory filings where applicable. Act as the primary point of contact with the FCA and other regulators, including regulatory correspondence, information requests, and inspections. Investigate complaints, compliance issues, and incidents, preparing regulator ready responses where required. Deliver compliance, AML, and Conduct Rules training to staff and senior management. Support compliance monitoring, assurance reviews, and internal audits. Overall executive responsibility for asset management business, including investment operations, portfolio management governance, and operational oversight. Oversight of investment decision making frameworks, including approval of investment strategies, mandates, and risk limits. Ensure effective portfolio governance, including valuation, performance monitoring, conflicts management, and best execution. Responsibility for the firm's risk management framework, including market, liquidity, operational, and regulatory risk. Ensure the firm's asset management activities comply with FCA rules, SM&CR requirements, and applicable UK regulatory standards. Oversight of financial performance, budgeting, and resource allocation for the asset management function. Act as the senior point of contact with the FCA and other regulators on asset management related matters. Ensure clear allocation and effective oversight of prescribed responsibilities across senior management and key functions. Experience Required FCA approved experience as SMF16 and/or SMF17. Minimum 7 years' senior experience in the asset management field within a UK regulated financial institution. Strong practical knowledge of the FCA Handbook, SM&CR, Conduct Rules, AML regulations, and financial crime controls. Experience managing regulatory change and FCA updates within a firm. Experience engaging with Boards, regulators, and senior stakeholders.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Company Our client is an asset and wealth management specialist, based in London. This is a stand alone role that is both strategic and operational, covering SMF3, SMF16 and SMF17 responsibilities as well as hands on compliance activities. Responsibilities Act as the firm's Compliance Officer (SMF16), MLRO (SMF17) and ED (SMF3). Design, implement, and maintain the firm's compliance and AML/CTF framework, ensuring alignment with FCA rules, guidance, and regulatory developments. Monitor, interpret, and implement new and updated FCA regulatory requirements, ensuring timely communication and adoption across the firm. Perform and oversee day to day compliance activities, beyond SMF16/17 statutory duties. Oversee and conduct CDD, EDD, KYC, client onboarding, and ongoing due diligence reviews. Support and manage SM&CR obligations, including certification, Conduct Rules training, and maintenance of Statements of Responsibilities. Draft, review, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls. Provide second line oversight of business activities, including transaction reporting and regulatory filings where applicable. Act as the primary point of contact with the FCA and other regulators, including regulatory correspondence, information requests, and inspections. Investigate complaints, compliance issues, and incidents, preparing regulator ready responses where required. Deliver compliance, AML, and Conduct Rules training to staff and senior management. Support compliance monitoring, assurance reviews, and internal audits. Overall executive responsibility for asset management business, including investment operations, portfolio management governance, and operational oversight. Oversight of investment decision making frameworks, including approval of investment strategies, mandates, and risk limits. Ensure effective portfolio governance, including valuation, performance monitoring, conflicts management, and best execution. Responsibility for the firm's risk management framework, including market, liquidity, operational, and regulatory risk. Ensure the firm's asset management activities comply with FCA rules, SM&CR requirements, and applicable UK regulatory standards. Oversight of financial performance, budgeting, and resource allocation for the asset management function. Act as the senior point of contact with the FCA and other regulators on asset management related matters. Ensure clear allocation and effective oversight of prescribed responsibilities across senior management and key functions. Experience Required FCA approved experience as SMF16 and/or SMF17. Minimum 7 years' senior experience in the asset management field within a UK regulated financial institution. Strong practical knowledge of the FCA Handbook, SM&CR, Conduct Rules, AML regulations, and financial crime controls. Experience managing regulatory change and FCA updates within a firm. Experience engaging with Boards, regulators, and senior stakeholders.
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Accountant for our client a government organisation in Keynsham, Somerset. The successful post holder will perform a range of advanced professional accounting activities for the organisation, and provide financial advice and guidance, to support the appropriate finance lead in delivering a comprehensive accounting (financial or management) service and advisory service to budget holders, project managers and decision makers. This might involve being a specialist in a complex area of accounting or overseeing the work of an accounting team. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with office attendance maybe once a week. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Provide complex, expert accounting and financial management advice, and advise the organisation's Senior Responsible Officers, Members, governance boards and budget holders on the financial implications of prepared reports, to ensure decisions are made in the full understanding of the financial consequences. Take lead on annual revenue and/or capital budgets preparation to ensure timely and accurate financial management, ensuring that spend is aligned to the strategic direction of the service and to support a holistic approach to business planning. Monitor expenditure and income across the organisation against budget plans and targets, identifying variations, risks and issues, and resolving these in partnership with the finance lead and the service leadership. Prepare the statement of accounts and other formal reports on the financial position of the organisation, to enable the organisation to fulfil its statutory reporting requirements. This includes presenting reports to Committees and other formal governance bodies within the organisation. Provide financial impact evaluation and analysis modelling to provide up to date and accurate financial information and reports so that the organisation leadership can make the best value for money judgements and report necessary financial information. This will include providing financial modelling for partnerships, service, projects and programmes where relevant. Provide training, advice and guidance to senior officers on the application and implementation of financial standing orders, and financial management arrangements to ensure effective financial controls are put in place so the organisation adheres to all necessary Codes of Practice and relevant statues and regulations. Review legislative changes and evaluate the impact on financial policies, guidelines and protocols of the organisation, to ensure compliance with regulations to required standards. Resolve complex queries from internal or external stakeholders by providing information on processes and the related policies, to ensure the integrity of the financial systems and controls. Plan and oversee the workload of the accounting team so that a full range of financial and accountancy services are delivered effectively and within given organisational standards and timescales. Personal Requirements: Chartered professional accountancy qualification e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent. Full membership of an accountancy professional body. Substantial experience of budget preparation and control, financial reporting, and financial analysis. Substantial experience of providing financial advice, training and support to Members and senior officers. Advanced and thorough knowledge and understanding of public sector finance and reporting requirements. May include knowledge of a specific area of finance such as companies, taxation, VAT, treasury management and financial systems. Advanced knowledge of a Council's financial regulations and accounting procedures and practices. Advanced and thorough knowledge of financial management principals, finance systems, policies and procedures. Working Hours: 36hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £351.83 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
Apr 15, 2026
Seasonal
Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Accountant for our client a government organisation in Keynsham, Somerset. The successful post holder will perform a range of advanced professional accounting activities for the organisation, and provide financial advice and guidance, to support the appropriate finance lead in delivering a comprehensive accounting (financial or management) service and advisory service to budget holders, project managers and decision makers. This might involve being a specialist in a complex area of accounting or overseeing the work of an accounting team. This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role is hybrid working with office attendance maybe once a week. Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to: Provide complex, expert accounting and financial management advice, and advise the organisation's Senior Responsible Officers, Members, governance boards and budget holders on the financial implications of prepared reports, to ensure decisions are made in the full understanding of the financial consequences. Take lead on annual revenue and/or capital budgets preparation to ensure timely and accurate financial management, ensuring that spend is aligned to the strategic direction of the service and to support a holistic approach to business planning. Monitor expenditure and income across the organisation against budget plans and targets, identifying variations, risks and issues, and resolving these in partnership with the finance lead and the service leadership. Prepare the statement of accounts and other formal reports on the financial position of the organisation, to enable the organisation to fulfil its statutory reporting requirements. This includes presenting reports to Committees and other formal governance bodies within the organisation. Provide financial impact evaluation and analysis modelling to provide up to date and accurate financial information and reports so that the organisation leadership can make the best value for money judgements and report necessary financial information. This will include providing financial modelling for partnerships, service, projects and programmes where relevant. Provide training, advice and guidance to senior officers on the application and implementation of financial standing orders, and financial management arrangements to ensure effective financial controls are put in place so the organisation adheres to all necessary Codes of Practice and relevant statues and regulations. Review legislative changes and evaluate the impact on financial policies, guidelines and protocols of the organisation, to ensure compliance with regulations to required standards. Resolve complex queries from internal or external stakeholders by providing information on processes and the related policies, to ensure the integrity of the financial systems and controls. Plan and oversee the workload of the accounting team so that a full range of financial and accountancy services are delivered effectively and within given organisational standards and timescales. Personal Requirements: Chartered professional accountancy qualification e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent. Full membership of an accountancy professional body. Substantial experience of budget preparation and control, financial reporting, and financial analysis. Substantial experience of providing financial advice, training and support to Members and senior officers. Advanced and thorough knowledge and understanding of public sector finance and reporting requirements. May include knowledge of a specific area of finance such as companies, taxation, VAT, treasury management and financial systems. Advanced knowledge of a Council's financial regulations and accounting procedures and practices. Advanced and thorough knowledge of financial management principals, finance systems, policies and procedures. Working Hours: 36hrs / Monday - Friday Pay: £351.83 per day Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for a fantastic company based close to Marlow, Bucks The Senior Administrator will work closely with Site Administrators, Sport Services Officers, Regional Sport Services Managers, to deliver high quality processes across HR, IT, finance, and facilities while providing excellent customer-focused support to all stakeholders. You will be the first point of contact for queries, guidance, and support, ensuring all operational and administrative functions run efficiently, professionally, and with a focus on outstanding service. This a fully office based role working Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm paying a salary of £30,835. Due to the office location you will need to be a driver. Main responsibilities for the Senior Administrator role are: Act as a central point of contact for stakeholders providing excellent customer service and support Coordinate and oversee efficient regional administrative processes Develop, implement, and continuously improve office systems and procedures Maintain service checks and equipment records Support financial administration, including budget monitoring and expenditure accountability Manage key administrative processes including purchase orders, invoices, contracts, expenses, travel, and accommodation Work with national IT and People teams to coordinate HR and IT processes, including onboarding and staff support Ensure IT equipment requirements are met across the region Support Health & Safety compliance and maintain accurate records Support recruitment and onboarding administration Contribute to regional and national projects as required Skills required for the Senior Administrator role are: Proven experience in a senior or lead administrative role Strong customer service experience, with excellent interpersonal skills Experience reviewing, developing, and implementing administrative procedures Experience managing financial administration (budgets, purchasing, accounts payable) Experience supporting senior managers in a fast-paced environment Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail High level of professionalism and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially Benefits: 29 days holiday Childcare vouchers Cycle to work scheme Health Cash Plan Life Assurance This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised, customer-focused administrator to take the next step in their career
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Administrator to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support for a fantastic company based close to Marlow, Bucks The Senior Administrator will work closely with Site Administrators, Sport Services Officers, Regional Sport Services Managers, to deliver high quality processes across HR, IT, finance, and facilities while providing excellent customer-focused support to all stakeholders. You will be the first point of contact for queries, guidance, and support, ensuring all operational and administrative functions run efficiently, professionally, and with a focus on outstanding service. This a fully office based role working Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm paying a salary of £30,835. Due to the office location you will need to be a driver. Main responsibilities for the Senior Administrator role are: Act as a central point of contact for stakeholders providing excellent customer service and support Coordinate and oversee efficient regional administrative processes Develop, implement, and continuously improve office systems and procedures Maintain service checks and equipment records Support financial administration, including budget monitoring and expenditure accountability Manage key administrative processes including purchase orders, invoices, contracts, expenses, travel, and accommodation Work with national IT and People teams to coordinate HR and IT processes, including onboarding and staff support Ensure IT equipment requirements are met across the region Support Health & Safety compliance and maintain accurate records Support recruitment and onboarding administration Contribute to regional and national projects as required Skills required for the Senior Administrator role are: Proven experience in a senior or lead administrative role Strong customer service experience, with excellent interpersonal skills Experience reviewing, developing, and implementing administrative procedures Experience managing financial administration (budgets, purchasing, accounts payable) Experience supporting senior managers in a fast-paced environment Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail High level of professionalism and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially Benefits: 29 days holiday Childcare vouchers Cycle to work scheme Health Cash Plan Life Assurance This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised, customer-focused administrator to take the next step in their career
Senior Individual Giving Officer Job Advert Are you passionate about turning supporter generosity into sustained income that helps people with a learning disability live their lives to the full? Do you have experience running multi-channel fundraising campaigns and using data to improve performance? If so, we have a role for you to impact our growing Individual Giving programme. We are looking for a Senior Individual Giving Officer to join a Public Fundraising team. You will lead the planning and delivery of acquisition and retention campaigns across cash, lottery, regular giving, value exchange, raffle and payroll giving channels, working across face to face, direct mail, email, digital and telephone. You will work closely with colleagues in Legacy, Wills and Trusts, Community Fundraising and Challenge Events to deliver joined up supporter journeys that increase lifetime value and broaden audience reach. Reporting to the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will play a key part in delivering the charity's 2030 strategy. This is a permanent, full time position. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are offered, with a requirement to attend the London office for a minimum of two days per week. Occasional travel within the UK may also be required. What you will do Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of direct marketing campaigns, including campaign schedules, briefs, copywriting, data checks, print and postage processing, finance processing and stakeholder management. Manage campaign budgets, monitor KPIs and report on performance, delivering activity on time and to a high standard. Build and manage complex data selections and automated email journeys, supporting the roll out of the new CRM and using insight to improve targeting and results. Keep the supporter at the heart of the journey by creating authentic, compelling stories and personalised donor journeys that drive repeat giving, upsell and cross sell. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure campaigns are aligned and executed effectively. Analyse campaign performance, adopt a test and learn approach and make data driven recommendations for improvement. Ensure all fundraising activity complies with GDPR, the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and Gambling Commission regulations. Support invoice processing, monthly management accounting, quarterly reforecasting and annual budget setting processes. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion in campaigns and across the organisation. What you will bring Proven experience of planning and delivering multi-channel individual giving campaigns. Strong data and CRM skills, with experience of building selections and automated journeys. Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines. Strong copywriting and supporter communications skills, with a focus on storytelling and supporter care. Experience of monitoring and analysing campaign performance and using insight to improve results. Knowledge of fundraising compliance and best practice. A collaborative approach and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Why join the team - You will be part of a friendly, inclusive, values-driven fundraising team working to improve the lives of people with a learning disability in the UK. Flexible working, generous holiday, a supportive learning culture and opportunities to develop your fundraising career. You will play a key role as the charity expands and improves the Individual Giving Program. The advert will close on 26 April with initial interviews held via Microsoft Teams shortly afterwards. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications or once a suitable candidate has been identified. Benefits The charity offers an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward employees to ensure that teams feel valued and appreciated. The benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. About The Organisation The charity's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. They're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. Fighting for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. Everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make it an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. There are Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. Everyone is encouraged to apply and there are a variety of different contract types and working patterns on offer. They're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. You will have training and development to help you to succeed in the role you're applying for. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Senior Individual Giving Officer Job Advert Are you passionate about turning supporter generosity into sustained income that helps people with a learning disability live their lives to the full? Do you have experience running multi-channel fundraising campaigns and using data to improve performance? If so, we have a role for you to impact our growing Individual Giving programme. We are looking for a Senior Individual Giving Officer to join a Public Fundraising team. You will lead the planning and delivery of acquisition and retention campaigns across cash, lottery, regular giving, value exchange, raffle and payroll giving channels, working across face to face, direct mail, email, digital and telephone. You will work closely with colleagues in Legacy, Wills and Trusts, Community Fundraising and Challenge Events to deliver joined up supporter journeys that increase lifetime value and broaden audience reach. Reporting to the Senior Individual Giving Manager, you will play a key part in delivering the charity's 2030 strategy. This is a permanent, full time position. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are offered, with a requirement to attend the London office for a minimum of two days per week. Occasional travel within the UK may also be required. What you will do Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of direct marketing campaigns, including campaign schedules, briefs, copywriting, data checks, print and postage processing, finance processing and stakeholder management. Manage campaign budgets, monitor KPIs and report on performance, delivering activity on time and to a high standard. Build and manage complex data selections and automated email journeys, supporting the roll out of the new CRM and using insight to improve targeting and results. Keep the supporter at the heart of the journey by creating authentic, compelling stories and personalised donor journeys that drive repeat giving, upsell and cross sell. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers to ensure campaigns are aligned and executed effectively. Analyse campaign performance, adopt a test and learn approach and make data driven recommendations for improvement. Ensure all fundraising activity complies with GDPR, the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and Gambling Commission regulations. Support invoice processing, monthly management accounting, quarterly reforecasting and annual budget setting processes. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion in campaigns and across the organisation. What you will bring Proven experience of planning and delivering multi-channel individual giving campaigns. Strong data and CRM skills, with experience of building selections and automated journeys. Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines. Strong copywriting and supporter communications skills, with a focus on storytelling and supporter care. Experience of monitoring and analysing campaign performance and using insight to improve results. Knowledge of fundraising compliance and best practice. A collaborative approach and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Why join the team - You will be part of a friendly, inclusive, values-driven fundraising team working to improve the lives of people with a learning disability in the UK. Flexible working, generous holiday, a supportive learning culture and opportunities to develop your fundraising career. You will play a key role as the charity expands and improves the Individual Giving Program. The advert will close on 26 April with initial interviews held via Microsoft Teams shortly afterwards. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications or once a suitable candidate has been identified. Benefits The charity offers an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward employees to ensure that teams feel valued and appreciated. The benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. About The Organisation The charity's vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. They're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. Fighting for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. Everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging is for everyone, every day, everywhere. Everyone is expected to treat people well and make it an inclusive organisation. Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. There are Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. Everyone is encouraged to apply and there are a variety of different contract types and working patterns on offer. They're not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. You will have training and development to help you to succeed in the role you're applying for. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client - Not For Profit People.
Your New Organisation Southend-on-Sea City Council is a unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who work alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend click apply for full job details
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Your New Organisation Southend-on-Sea City Council is a unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who work alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend click apply for full job details
