127 jobs found

Regional Performance & Improvement Assessor - London & Essex £58,350 plus 5k car allowance Excelcare is a privately owned nursing and care home provider established for over 34 years. Our London and Essex Region comprises 15 care homes and we have an excellent opportunity for a Regional Performance & Improvement Assessor to join our strong and well-established Home Management and Regional Team. Purpose of the role Reporting to the Head of Care Quality and Governance and working alongside a second Performance & Improvement Assessor your role will be to undertake audits and reviews to support and embed the Company's quality Framework in relation to the delivery of care offered to the people we support and the overall management of the homes. To understand and monitor the practices withing the homes in line with Company standards and measure outcomes, checking that our services are effective for the people who use them. About the Regional Performance & Improvement Assessor role To work within the Company's Quality Framework to monitor the identified Key performance indicators for Oversight and Governance. Work together with auditors in our other two regions to ensure that requirements of the quality framework are me together. Co-ordinate audit and visit schedules in line with regulatory, contractual and company requirements and in collaboration with the Home Managers and DROD. To ensure that each home has the required suite of audits completed in line with the Quality framework. Undertake pre-audit research and collate data to prepare for audits and identify areas of interest. Record, analyse and report findings from audits and quality reviews ensuring that the identified company systems are used in full. Produce SMART action plans on the company's system in line with audit and review findings, supporting company-wide continuous improvement ensuring they are high quality and timely feeding back to the Head of Care Quality and Governance. To raise safeguarding or serious non-compliance and risk issues to the Home Manager, and Head of Care Quality and Governance appropriate for any risks identified. To ensure that all audits are completed in a non-bias approach and support in provision of any information in relation to audits or audit reports completed. To provide a monthly report for each home on the barriers, themes etc identified. Provide feedback on audit tools and how scoring reflects findings to Head of Care Quality and Governance and raising identified scorings with the Care Quality & Governance team and Chief Operating Officer. Promote a culture of openness, honesty and transparency around clinical governance matters through encouraging the sharing of practice and recognition of areas of improvement and excellence. Ensure that your own mandatory/statutory training is always up to date. Report on status of mandatory/statutory training as part of the audit process Maintain up-to-date knowledge of CQC regulations and standards as well as legislative requirements in line with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 & Health, Social Care Act code of practice on the prevention and control of infections 2008, Health and Safety at work act 1974 and the Management of Health and Safety at Work regulations 1999, Food Safety standards Safer food, better business 2019. Set clear lines of communication (e.g., via email, Teams meetings, etc) to individual homes and teams with updates regarding oversight and governance. Ensure you work to the Excelcare values in all interactions, striving to achieve outstanding for the people who live in our care homes, team members, families, and external professionals. Undertake any other oversight and governance tasks to meet the needs of the organisation as recommended and directed by the DROD and ROD. About you A Management, audit or nurse qualification in the Health and Social care space would be desirable. Competent in the use of auditing systems Experience of working in nursing/care homes. Experience of managing quality and governance within the health and social care sector A detailed and accurate report writer - able to present complex information to a variety of audiences. Competent user of MS Office packages and systems Experience of observing and assessing skills and providing constructive feedback. Car owner and full driving licence to be able to travel across services as required - car allowance and business mileage is paid from the regional office. Flexibility to travel across regions and to our Support Office in Bromley as necessary. Able to work independently and part of a team. Excellent communication and organisation skills. Ability to identify trends and themes. Ability to remain impartial. Understanding of CQC regulations and legislation Up to date knowledge of the Care Act, Health & Social Care Act and Mental Capacity Act. What you can expect in return 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays Free parking DBS Certificate paid for by Excelcare Contributory Pension Scheme Discretionary Company Bonus Scheme Annual Salary Review Comprehensive Induction Program Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding up to £500 for every person you refer Team Appreciation Days Long service awards Terms & Conditions apply If this sounds like your next career move, please apply online today.

Interim CFO (6-12m) Global Creative Network We are partnering with a fast-growing, multi-agency group, looking for a hands-on, strategically minded CFO to lead on a critical finance transformation and future-proof the group function in readiness for an exit The opportunity Work closely with the Leadership team, agency MDs and founders on AI and technology-led accounting projects, including implementing robust audit controls and frameworks In turn, you will partner the Agency founders on all commercials, deliver strong margins and EBITDA, while ensuring successful M&A execution and integration. The person You are positive, energetic and strong on process, governance, controls & compliance Experienced in driving cash flow, working capital & reporting Have demonstrated successful technology-driven finance transformation Ideally have PE-backed or similar experience-led experience in a creatively led business

Salary: £40,903 per annum Location: Manchester - Agile Full Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week Closing Date: 20th January 2025 Fixed Interview Date: 30th January 2025 in person at Lovell House. Support our communities. See the difference you can make in our city. At One Manchester we are passionate about providing good quality homes, great services and real opportunities for customers and communities. We are more than just a landlord. We invest in new and existing homes, provide money advice and wellbeing, employment and training support and build strong partnerships to support inclusive growth. We have an exciting position available for Information Governance Officer to join us! You ll work with the Risk and Assurance Manager in managing One Manchester s information governance and data protection programme. The role will also undertake the management and maintenance of One Manchester s policies, procedures, processes, awareness, and communications in respect of information governance and data protection, ensuring they are appropriate and within General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and social housing regulatory compliance. What we re looking for: Strong knowledge and experience of Information Governance, GDPR and data protection legislation in particular Subject Access Requests and Social Tenants Access to Information Requirement (STAIRS) scheme. Knowledge and experience of dealing with customer and colleague information requests (SARS) Knowledge and experience of relevant social housing legislation and regulations. Knowledge and experience of good practices with organisational data protection and GDPR matters. Ability to accurately record the right data and information with the ability to draft clear, concise, and accurate documentation and reports for reporting at Executive and Board level. Possess a high standard of data and information literacy with the ability to research, analyse and present complex information Effective communication and people skills with the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, managers, customers and stakeholders. Why take up the challenge with One Manchester? This really is a great place to work. We ve bags of potential and have huge opportunities waiting to be unlocked. Supportive and flexible, we re rightly proud of our work and excited about the future. So, challenge yourself to be creative and ambitious and see the difference you can make in our great city. If this sounds like you then apply today, we d love to hear from you! We own and manage over 12,000 homes in central, south and east Manchester. We have one purpose: to provide good quality homes, great services, and real opportunities for our customers and communities. Our role as a trusted Registered Provider of Social Housing goes well beyond putting people in safe and secure homes. That s not to say it s not one our key priorities, it s simply one of the many things we do to help our customers live happy and fulfilled lives. We put people at the heart of everything we do. We re constantly evolving as a business to ensure we re supporting our customers and communities. We focus on improving our communities by offering a range of services, including employment opportunities, building new developments, and ensuring our customers have safe homes to live in. In accordance with the aims of our Equality and Diversity strategy and organisational commitment to address the employment of underrepresented groups, One Manchester is operating 'the Rooney Rule'. This means that we aim to interview at least one ethnically diverse candidate for all roles. We will also interview at least one female candidate for all our roles within our trades and facilities teams where we experience an under representation. One Manchester strives for equality, diversity and inclusion in all that we do. We positively encourage applications for employment from eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are transitioning to a culture where agile working will be a feature of many of our roles. We also try to support and promote a culture of flexible working where possible and practical. If you are interested in a role but require flexibility or part time hours, please give us a call and we can let you know if this can be considered for a particular role.

About African Rainbow Family African Rainbow Family (ARF) is a UK-based, lived-experience-led grassroots organisation working with and for LGBTIQ+ refugees and people seeking asylum of African heritage and the Global Majority. ARF was founded in 2014 in response to the criminalisation and persecution of LGBTIQ+ people across parts of Africa and the Commonwealth. The organisation provides advocacy, peer support, advice, training and counselling, while campaigning locally, nationally and internationally to challenge injustice and promote equality and human rights. ARF operates from its head office in Manchester and has centres in Leeds, Birmingham, London and Swansea. About the Role The Operations Manager role is a new and senior position within African Rainbow Family and will play a key role in supporting the organisation s strategic and operational development. The postholder will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of the organisation, managing staff and volunteers, ensuring effective service delivery and leading on income generation and funding applications. The role works closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Trustees, staff, volunteers and external stakeholders to ensure ARF operates effectively, sustainably and in line with its values and objectives. Key Responsibilities The postholder will be responsible for: Managing the day-to-day operations of African Rainbow Family, ensuring efficient and effective organisational delivery Line managing staff and volunteers, including recruitment, induction, supervision and performance management Overseeing service delivery across all ARF centres to ensure consistency, quality and compliance with funder requirements Managing organisational budgets and monitoring expenditure against agreed targets Leading on income generation, including researching funding opportunities and writing grant and funding applications Developing, reviewing and implementing organisational policies, procedures and systems Ensuring compliance with governance, safeguarding, health and safety and regulatory requirements Building and maintaining relationships with funders, partners, commissioners and key stakeholders Supporting strategic planning and reporting to the CEO and Board of Trustees Person Specification Essential Minimum of two years experience in an operations, project or organisational management role Proven experience of managing staff and volunteers Experience of managing budgets and financial reporting Demonstrable experience of researching and writing successful grant or funding applications Knowledge of charity governance, compliance and operational processes Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities Desirable Experience working within the charity or voluntary sector Experience working with LGBTIQ+ refugees or people seeking asylum Knowledge of asylum, immigration or human rights policy Experience using databases or CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce) Experience in advocacy, campaigning or media work Benefits 28 days annual leave including Bank Holidays NEST pension scheme Flexible working arrangements Birthday leave and two wellbeing (duvet) days per year Cost-of-living support Paid sick leave after six months service Training, development and progression opportunities Salary review and employee reward scheme Free on-site parking Accredited Living Wage Employer Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding African Rainbow Family is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people with lived experience of the asylum system, LGBTIQ+ people and individuals from Black and Global Majority backgrounds. This role is subject to a Genuine Occupational Requirement and is therefore open only to applicants who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. ARF is committed to safeguarding and to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Governance Officer London (Hybrid Options) Full Time or Part Time c.£50,000 & Excellent Benefits Shape governance at one of the worlds most iconic private member clubs. Set within 42 acres of landscaped grounds on the banks of the River Thames, The Hurlingham Club is internationally recognised as one of the finest private member clubs in the world click apply for full job details

On behalf of The Home Office, we are looking for a Executive Director Finance & Commercial (Inside IR35) for a 5-6 month contract with office attendance typically 2-4 days per month with travel to offices in Liverpool, Doncaster or London The first duty of Government is to protect the public. Since 1782, the Home Office has led work to keep the country safe from those who seek to do it harm; in doing so, we make a vital contribution to HM Government's plan for a stronger, fairer, outward-looking and united Britain. The Home Office covers three systems Homeland Security, Public Safety and Borders, and Immigration and Citizenship. These systems work collaboratively to deliver our cross-cutting priorities, whilst providing increasingly efficient and secure services for the public. These are difficult areas that can rapidly change in the global environment we work in - this makes us one of the most exciting and stimulating government departments in which to work The Executive Director, Finance & Commercial is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic financial stewardship, commercial leadership and organisational oversight across all finance, commercial and risk functions. The post holder will lead the development and delivery of the organisation's financial strategy, commercial framework, and operational finance activities, ensuring robust financial control, commercial excellence, effective risk management, and long term organisational sustainability. As a key adviser to the Accounting Officer, the role provides authoritative financial insight, strategic guidance, and assurance on financial governance, commercial delivery, and organisational performance. The Executive Director will shape and drive commercial opportunities, lead transformation across the Finance & Commercial Services directorate, and ensure the organisation delivers against its statutory, financial, and operational objectives. As a Executive Director, Finance & Commercial, your main responsibilities will be: Provide strategic financial and commercial leadership, acting as principal adviser to the Accounting Officer on financial strategy, governance and organisational performance. Lead delivery of the 2026/2027 Budget, ensuring financial sustainability, robust planning and alignment with strategic priorities. Oversee production of the Annual Report & Accounts, ensuring statutory compliance, high quality disclosures and effective audit coordination. Develop and deliver commercial strategy, including negotiating and securing commercial contracts for the new technology platform. Lead and develop the Finance & Commercial Services directorate, embedding the Risk, Assurance and Facilities function by 31 March 2026. Produce an overarching business case for restructuring the Finance & Commercial Services directorate to enhance capability, efficiency and governance. Ensure strong financial controls, risk management and compliance frameworks across the organisation, driving value for money and operational excellence Essential: Qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent) with substantial post qualification experience. SC Cleared or willing and able to go undergo SC clearance Demonstrable track record in senior finance and/or commercial leadership roles within complex or regulated environments. Strong knowledge of financial management, governance, risk, and compliance frameworks. Significant experience leading multi disciplinary teams and implementing financial and commercial strategies. Proven ability to develop commercial strategies, negotiate high value contracts, and build influential external partnerships. Exceptional communication, leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at Board and Executive level. Experience of delivering large scale financial planning, statutory accounts, and audit processes. Desirable: Senior level experience within a regulatory body, executive agency, or non departmental public body (NDPB). Experience overseeing transformation programmes, directorate restructures or cross functional integration. Track record delivering technology related commercial or financial programmes. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, the Home Office guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant The Home Office guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".

The CFO Partnership is proud to be partnering on an exclusive basis with a high-profile Estate and Heritage client, based in the South Yorkshire region. We are seeking a proactive and driven finance lead to develop, grow and improve processes across the organisation. Finance Director / Chief Financial Officer Permanent 3-4 days per week c. £100,000 pro rata + excellent benefits A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Director / CFO to join a long-established and highly regarded estate management specialist in Yorkshire. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role suited to a commercially astute finance leader with deep technical expertise and understanding of estate, heritage and tax matters. The Role Reporting to the Estate Trustees/Principal, you will take full responsibility for the financial control of the estate and its subsidiaries, providing strategic insight alongside robust operational control. This is a broad, all-round finance role, combining leadership, governance and detailed accounting expertise. Key responsibilities include: Overall financial leadership of the estate, including strategy, planning and long-term sustainability Full oversight of financial reporting, management accounts, budgeting and forecasting Responsibility for statutory accounts, audit, and compliance Management of complex estate, heritage and property-related financial structures Oversight of tax planning and compliance, including estate, trust and related tax matters Cashflow management, investment oversight and risk management Acting as a trusted advisor to Trustees/Principal and other senior stakeholders Leading and developing the finance function About You You will be a senior finance professional with strong, all-round accounting experience and a track record in complex environments. Essential: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Experience as a Number One or Number Two in finance Direct experience within estates, heritage organisations, landed estates or similar structures Strong knowledge of estate, trust and related tax matters Hands-on, technically strong and comfortable operating at both strategic and detailed levels Confident communicator with the credibility to advise senior stakeholders Desirable: Experience working with Trustees or Boards Background in property, rural, heritage or asset-rich organisations A pragmatic, collaborative approach with strong personal integrity The Package: Permanent role, 3-4 days per week (flexible) Circa £100,000 salary pro rata Excellent benefits package Opportunity to play a key role in the long-term stewardship of a unique Yorkshire estate Flexible, values-led working environment Location Based in South Yorkshire, close to the M1 corridor, with on-site presence required (hybrid arrangements may be considered depending on circumstances). Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Lettings Officer London - 3 days office 2 days home working 22.14 per hour PAYE Initial 3 month contract with potential to be extended Our client a small housing association in London is looking for an experienced Lettings Officer who has experience of lettings in either a local authority or housing association. As the successful candidate you will Increase residents' satisfaction through letting homes in a fair and effective way against objective policy priority criteria and minimise the amount of time properties are empty. Champion lettings within the organisation and take ownership of any and all lettings issues until resolved. Let available homes in-line with prevailing policies, procedures and practices. Liaise with the Local Authority on any and all issues regarding clients, caseload and lettings. Maintain knowledge of regulatory, statutory, best practice and legal precedent on all aspects of lettings policies and practice Make appropriate referrals to statutory or third sector organisations and agencies. Prepare the information required to advertise available homes and submit it in a timely manner. Represent the housing association at case conferences, consultation meetings, resident meetings and governance forums; and at Court, LVT or other tribunals. Research, prepare and present reports on all aspects of the role. Collate and analyse statistical information. Work proactively to identify housing options for residents being decanted and those with complex priority needs. Work with colleagues to minimise the time taken to re-let empty properties. Please click 'apply now' or contact me for more information Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

W Talent are looking to recruit a highly organised and detail-driven, Project Management Officer (PMO) to join a forward-thinking organisation located in Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in strengthening project governance, improving delivery performance, and supporting a growing portfolio of strategic initiatives. This role is well suited to an individual who thrives on structure, collaboration and continuous improvement, and who enjoys working closely with project managers and senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered consistently, effectively and in line with agreed standards. Purpose of the Role Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager the Project Management Officer will support project governance, standards, reporting and portfolio oversight. The role ensures projects are managed consistently, transparently and in alignment with organisational priorities. You will provide hands-on PMO support across multiple projects, enabling strong controls, accurate reporting, effective resource visibility and continuous improvement in project delivery practices. Key Responsibilities Monitoring project progress, milestones, risks and deliverables across the project portfolio Supporting project governance processes, stage gates and control frameworks Producing project and portfolio status reports and executive dashboards Maintaining PMO templates, standards and document repositories Tracking project budgets, forecasts and resource capacity Supporting project managers with planning, scheduling and reporting activities Coordinating governance meetings, project reviews and stakeholder updates Ensuring projects comply with approved PMO methodologies and controls Providing guidance on PMO tools, templates and reporting requirements Supporting audits, lessons learned reviews and post-implementation evaluations Identifying opportunities to improve PMO processes and delivery efficiency Supporting effective cross-functional communication across project teams Qualifications & Skills To apply for this Project Management Officer position located in Sheffield you will have: Experience working within a Project Management Office or project support environment Strong organisational, coordination and time management skills Experience using project reporting and tracking tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail with strong data accuracy Ability to manage multiple priorities across concurrent projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint Salary & Benefits Package Competitive salary 35,000 to 40,000 and benefits package Generous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays Pension scheme with employer contribution Performance-related bonus Health and wellbeing benefits Access to professional development, training and career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment

Join Us and Make an Impact This is an exciting time to join the Centre for ADHD & Autism Support (CAAS) . As part of a growing charity, you ll play a pivotal role in shaping two vital functions that provide information, advice, and support to neurodivergent people, their families, and professionals. Our mission is to improve quality of life and build inclusive communities we want you to help us make that happen. As Fundraising and Communications Manager , you ll influence strategy while driving hands-on delivery. You will lead and develop our fundraising and communications functions, ensuring they work seamlessly together to increase income and engagement. You ll oversee the operational running of these two key areas, line-managing our Fundraiser and Communications Officer, and working closely with the management team to ensure our messaging reflects the impact of our work. To apply, you need to submit a completed application form alongside a supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. Deadline to apply is by 10am on Monday 23rd February 2026. More details about the job and additional information about the person specification can be found in the job description and in our recruitment pack, but in summary the key responsibilities of the role are: Leadership Supervise the Fundraiser and Communications Officer, supporting their development and ensuring effective use of resources. Fundraising Develop and deliver strategies to grow income from individual giving, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising. Create compelling campaigns and messaging aligned with CAAS branding and tone. Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, partners, and community fundraisers, providing excellent stewardship. Develop and maintain a CRM system to manage donor relationships in line with GDPR. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and best practice. Produce and submit reports to funders to demonstrate impact and accountability. Communications Oversee the development and delivery of CAAS s communications strategy, ensuring clear, consistent, and engaging messaging across all channels. Drive storytelling initiatives by sourcing and sharing case studies and impact stories that inspire donors and the wider public. Ensure all communications reflect best practice in accessibility, inclusivity, and neuro-affirmative language. Strategic Collaboration & Governance Work closely with the CEO and management team to deliver a fundraising and communications plan that supports CAAS s strategic objectives. Prepare risk management, quality assessment, and process documents to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. Monitor and evaluate output, outcome, and impact measures across fundraising and communications activities, ensuring continuous improvement. Provide written reports as required by the CEO and Board. You may be required to attend events, so occasional travel is necessary. About You You ll bring experience in marketing, ideally within charity fundraising, with a proven ability to grow income and deliver successful campaigns across multiple channels. You are: Skilled at crafting persuasive copy and using data to drive decisions Confident in managing projects, analysing trends, and leveraging social media for fundraising Highly organised, solutions-focused, and thrive in a busy environment Collaborative and clear in communication Creative, detail-oriented, and proficient with Microsoft Office and donor databases A passion for our mission is essential. CAAS values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority communities, people who identify as having a disability, and LGB+, Trans and non-binary candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure. How to Apply Ready to make a difference? Visit our website to download the full job description and application form.

Head of Internal Audit Caerphilly- Head Office The Head of Internal Audit serves as the chief assurance officer for the organisation, providing independent and objective evaluations of the companys governance, risk management, internal controls within business financial and operational processes click apply for full job details

Role Purpose The Finance Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management of the charity, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, robust financial controls, and timely financial reporting. The postholder will work closely with the CEO to support budgeting, grant and tender applications, procurement, and financial reporting to the Board of Trustees. This is a key role in ensuring the charity s financial sustainability, compliance, and effective use of resources. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping and Financial Operations Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records using appropriate accounting software. Manage day-to-day bookkeeping, including income, expenditure, bank reconciliations, and petty cash. Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments in line with financial procedures. Monitor cash flow and flag any concerns to the CEO. Payroll and expenses responsibility Budgeting and Financial Planning Support the CEO in developing and monitoring the annual organisational budget. Assist with the preparation of budgets and finanical reporting for grant and tender applications as requested. Track expenditure against budgets and provide regular updates. Financial Reporting and Governance Prepare quarterly financial reports for the Board of Trustees. Contribute to the annual budget report for trustee approval. Support year-end financial processes, including preparation for independent examination or audit. Ensure financial records meet charity and regulatory requirements. Procurement and Ordering Source suppliers and obtain quotes for subscriptions, resources, services and any other relevant needs. Place orders for materials and equipment (e.g. laptops, office equipment) in line with budget approvals. Maintain records of assets and equipment. Support to the CEO and Organisation Work closely with the CEO on financial planning, reporting, and decision-making. Provide financial information and analysis to support organisational planning. Undertake any other finance-related duties appropriate to the role. Person Specification Essential Qualified and experienced bookkeeper (e.g. AAT or equivalent experience). Proven experience of bookkeeping and financial administration, ideally within a charity or not-for-profit setting. Experience of preparing budgets and financial reports. Strong numerical skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload. Experience with bookkeeping software such as Zero Good IT skills, including accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Understanding of confidentiality and data protection. Desirable Experience of charity finance and funder reporting. Experience of supporting grant or tender applications. Knowledge of charity governance and trustee reporting. Working Arrangements This is a hybrid role, with a mix of office-based and home working subject to performance, needs of the charity and agreement. Working days are flexible, with a preference for Monday, Wednesday, and/or Friday, subject to agreement. Equality and Diversity The charity is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Hours: 14 hours per week (worked over 2 3 days - to be agreed) Preferred working days: Monday / Wednesday / Friday (to be agreed) Salary: £15 £20 per hour(£10,920 £14,560 per annum for 14 hours/week, equivalent to £29,260 upwards FTE) depending on experience Benefits: 25 days annual leave excluding bank holidays (pro rata) Extra leave: +1 day after 3 years service, +1 more day after 5 years Birthday Leave Sick pay package Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Giving back Scheme - Volunteer day leave Cycle to work scheme Specsavers Partnership

Who we are Home-Start Portsmouth is a local family support charity based in Portsmouth, providing outreach services, free Stay & Play groups and working within the Portsmouth Family hubs as part of the Best Start in Life offer in the city. Portsmouth is one of the most deprived cities in the country, and many of the families we support are living with many adversities. We are a volunteer led service providing parents and carers with the support and guidance they need to ensure the best possible outcomes for their children and their family. We empower families to thrive by providing child-centered family support and in 2025 we supported 1000 unique families across our 12 projects with the support from our 110 volunteers. Our impact is measured and significant for the families we support and as a result, children will experience improved wellbeing and development. Our focus is to build a compassionate community of support for families, parents and children because childhood can t wait. Our next chapter - We are at a pivotal moment in the journey of Home-Start Portsmouth. After 25 years of exceptional service, our current CEO is stepping down, marking the end of an era and the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the charity. Over the past few years, we have grown to more than three times our original size, expanding our reach, services, and impact across the community. Rising levels of need, increasing pressure on family services, and evolving external factors mean that demand for our support is growing. To meet these challenges, we are committed not only to sustaining our growth, but to strengthening it in a purposeful, strategic way by exploring new delivery models, new funding streams, and new partnerships that will secure the future of the organisation. The new CEO will shape and inspire this next phase of development, whilst embodying the values and ethos of the charity. They will drive our future sustainability, develop strong external partnerships, and increase our influence locally ensuring that the charity remains resilient, relevant, and impactful. Why this role matters - Changing children s futures is at the heart of everything we do. Families today are facing unprecedented pressures. Home-Start Portsmouth exists to stand alongside these families by providing practical, emotional, and relational support at the earliest possible stage, helping parents build confidence, resilience, and stability so children can thrive. This is a rare opportunity to lead a transforming charity with extraordinary potential. The CEO will play a defining role in shaping the next era of Home-Start Portsmouth, ensuring that our mission is not only protected, but reinforced. The role directly influences the lives of children and families where the decisions made, the culture shaped, and the partnerships built by the CEO will determine how many families we can reach, how well we can support them, and how lasting that change will be. This is leadership with purpose where strategy, compassion, and impact come together to create lasting change. Role Purpose To provide inspirational, and strategic leadership to Home-Start Portsmouth (HSP), ensuring the charity delivers on its mission that no parent is unsupported in raising children and giving them the best start in life. The CEO is accountable for organisational performance, culture, sustainability, safeguarding, and impact, working in close partnership with the Board of Trustees. Location: Home-Start Portsmouth Reports to: Board of Trustees Hours: 32-37 hours pw (over 4-5 days) Salary: £57, 000 Main Responsibilities 1. Strategic & Executive Leadership Lead the development, delivery and review of HSP s vision, strategy and long-term business plan in partnership with the Board. Translate strategic priorities into measurable operational plans and outcomes Anticipate changes in policy, funding and the wider operating environment Champion innovation, continuous improvement and effective use of technology 2. Organisational Leadership & Culture Build, lead and inspire a high-performing Senior Leadership Team Shape a values-led, inclusive and accountable organisational culture Oversee performance management, succession planning and leadership development Act as a visible, approachable leader and role model across the organisation 3. Service Delivery & Impact Hold overall accountability for safe, high-quality and cost-effective services Ensure services are responsive, evidence-led, and meet the needs of families and children Oversee delivery against contracts, KPIs, budgets and timelines Ensure robust impact measurement and reporting to funders, partners, and trustees 4. Governance, Safeguarding & Risk Work closely with the Chair and Board to maintain the highest standards of governance Lead a strong safeguarding culture and ensure full regulatory compliance Identify, manage, and escalate organisational risks appropriately Ensure policies, controls, and assurance frameworks are robust and current 5. Financial Leadership & Sustainability Secure and diversify income through bids, partnerships, and fundraising Set and manage budgets, ensuring strong financial control and value for money Provide clear, timely financial and performance reporting to the Board Ensure the long-term financial sustainability of HSP 6. External Relations & Influence Act as the public face and lead spokesperson for HSP Build and maintain strategic relationships with funders, commissioners, partners, and supporters Lead key partnerships and commissioning relationships Strengthen HSP s reputation, profile, and influence locally and nationally 7. Authority & Accountability Full executive accountability for organisational performance and delivery Authority to make operational decisions within agreed strategy, budgets, and policies Responsibility to escalate significant risks, safeguarding, HR, and governance matters to the Board The post holder may be required to undertake any other duties that fall within the nature of the role and responsibilities of the post as detailed above. Person Specification Experience & Knowledge Experience leading organisations at CEO or senior level; able to translate vision into measurable plans and respond to change. Strong understanding of charity governance and safeguarding Experience of financial management and income generation Knowledge of services for children and families (Desirable) Abilities and Skills Strategic leadership and sound judgement Ability to lead, motivate and develop senior teams Build and run a motivated and effective team Manage performance, direct reports, set objectives, monitor, feedback, appraise Network across sites, manage communications and standards Coach and develop others Excellent communication and influencing skills Strong stakeholder and partnership management skills Attitude Leads with integrity, transparency, and authenticity Values-led and committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding Inspires trust, confidence, and high performance in others Resilient and adaptable, able to lead calmly through change and uncertainty Approachable, visible, and engaged with staff, volunteers, and partners Courageous in decision-making and willing to challenge constructively Balanced and fair, applying consistent judgement while remaining flexible Passion to help families and children Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Home-Start Portsmouth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and any other checks relevant to the role.

Role Overview This role supports the organisation's legal, compliance, and risk management functions through strong coordination, governance, and operational oversight. The position plays a key role in ensuring best-practice compliance across multiple jurisdictions, while enabling the business to operate efficiently and scale responsibly. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external advisors (including legal counsel and insurance partners), you will help manage regulatory obligations, corporate governance, and risk processes as the business expands into new markets and undertakes strategic initiatives. Key Responsibilities Prepare Board and Committee documentation, including agendas, minutes, reports, and charters. Manage the full lifecycle of corporate entities, from incorporation through to dissolution. Maintain statutory registers and ensure accurate records for Directors and Officers. Oversee timely completion of statutory filings via external service providers. Manage Delegation of Authority updates and associated communications. Coordinate notarisation and Apostille requirements as needed. Oversee global licensing requirements for contractors and professional services. Manage business registrations, annual returns, and corporate compliance filings. Coordinate the annual compliance training cycle in collaboration with People & Culture. Support the review, rollout, and communication of internal policies. Provide support for RFPs, proposals, and client-facing compliance queries. Assist with insurance administration, including renewal coordination. Support claims management and maintenance of risk registers. Conduct vendor risk assessments and ongoing reviews. Contribute to crisis management planning and business continuity exercises. Success Measures Delivery of efficient, well-structured legal and compliance support. Continuous improvement of systems, processes, and governance frameworks. Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Proactive contribution to a compliant, well-governed, and scalable business environment. Experience & Capabilities Legal, business, or related qualification with 3+ years' experience in a professional services environment (legal, accounting, audit, or similar). Experience working across multiple jurisdictions strongly preferred. Open to candidates transitioning into legal, compliance, or risk-focused roles. Demonstrated ability to manage complex processes involving multiple stakeholders. Strong organisational and project management capability. Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.

Fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation. Take on a role with strong responsibility. About Our Client Forterro is a leading pan European software and services company specializing in the creation, development and sales of enterprise resolutions planning ("ERP") software and related services. With a strong presence in across Europe and with a global reach, we deliver innovative solutions to our clients across various industries. Since it was founded in 2012, Forterro has grown to employ more than 2,400 employees who work from over 55 office locations around the world to support specialised software solutions and more than 25,000 small and midsize manufacturers. Headquartered in London, Forterro is a category leader in one of the largest and most steadily growing markets in software, with strongholds in each of the Europe's top production economies, as well as regional service hubs and development centres around the world. Job Description The Legal Counsel will play a pivotal role in providing both corporate and commercial legal support to Forterro. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, with a primary emphasis on providing commercial legal support for the Nordic located aspects of our business and product lines (and such other jurisdictions and products as may be required), and further providing global legal support (where required) in support of corporate initiatives and strategy, specifically as it relates to M&A integration. This role is highly visible to the Executive and Senior leadership team and therefore ability to engage is pivotal. Key Responsibilities: Commercial Legal Support: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, software licenses, cloud services agreements, managed services or maintenance agreements, project implementation contracts, NDAs and forms of distribution agreements. Providing legal guidance and support on regulatory compliance matters, including data protection, related to commercial operations. Advising on intellectual property issues, including licensing and protection of proprietary rights. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks in commercial transactions. Contract management of regional projects and management of legal matters as it relates to suppliers, properties, business partners. Handling and supporting dispute resolution, litigation and contract management matters related to commercial agreements. Corporate Legal Support: Providing projects focused support on M&A integration activities as and when required, including liaison between the legal team into areas of responsibility. When required, supporting corporate transactions from a regional perspective, including M&A, and joint ventures. Supporting the drafting and reviewing of corporate governance documents, such as board resolutions, and meeting minutes through to signature. Providing legal advice and support on all compliance matters and corporate projects. Assisting in the management of corporate filings and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions in region. Conducting due diligence and risk assessments for corporate transactions, including support on corporate restructuring The Successful Applicant Requirements: Qualified lawyer in the UK or Sweden. Proven post-qualification experience in commercial contracts, ideally with experience of an in-house environment. Proven experience of operating in / supporting the Nordic region. Legal experience, with a strong understanding of software licensing, revenue recognition, cloud services, recurring services, and project implementation contracts. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills in Swedish, and English. Sound knowledge of regulatory frameworks impacting commercial operations. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure. What's on Offer This role comes with a competitive base salary and benefits package and strong hybrid working. Option to be based in London or Gothenburg. If you are a motivated and skilled Legal Counsel looking to advance your career in the Technology & Telecoms industry, we encourage you to apply today! Contact Tom Hart Quote job ref JN-(phone number removed)Z Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

Quality & Clinical Assurance Officer - South East London As the Quality & Clinical Governance Coordinator, you'll be the administrative backbone of our client's quality assurance framework, coordinating everything from clinical governance meetings and audit cycles to complaints management and information governance compliance. This is a varied and meaningful role where your organisational skills, healthcare knowledge, and analytical abilities directly contribute to patient safety and the continuous improvement of our client's clinical services. What We're Looking For Strong healthcare quality assurance background - this is our top priority. Experience in clinical governance, quality assurance, or audit roles within healthcare (NHS or private sector) is highly advantageous High-level Excel proficiency - advanced data manipulation, analysis, and reporting skills are essential (pivot tables, complex formulas, creating dashboards) Exceptional attention to detail - accuracy in minutes, records, and data management is critical About You: You should be someone who: Understands the importance of robust clinical governance for patient safety Takes pride in accuracy and thoroughness - nothing slips through the cracks on your watch Can turn raw data into meaningful insights that drive improvement Enjoys variety - from governance meetings to data analysis to policy support Works well independently across multiple sites while staying connected to the team Sees beyond tasks to understand how quality assurance protects patients Brings a proactive, improvement-focused mindset to everything you do If part time hours work perfectly for you, and you're excited about a role where your healthcare governance expertise makes a real difference to patient care quality, apply today!

About the team The combined Risk and Insurance Team at Hertfordshire County Council have cultivated a leading reputation in terms of risk management and insurance arrangements - ensuring delivery of a high-quality service to the County Council. The team deliver a full range of risk and insurance-related services, working to a jointly developed and shared vision, and linking closely with internal audit, counter fraud and health and safety. The Risk Management Team support the risk management framework, strategy and policy, while the Insurance team is responsible for arranging and advising on the County Council's external insurance arrangements, advising on the scope, extent and terms of insurance required, managing the Insurance Fund, ensuring timely settlement of claims and maintaining relationships with insurance companies, brokers and solicitors. About the role The post holder will: Ensure that the Council's risk management and insurance strategies are complementary and support the Authority's policies, aims and objectives, and governance arrangements Manage the Risk and Insurance team along business principles, delivering lean and efficient arrangements and a modern, commercial focus Act as budget holder for the service Oversee the full portfolio of the Council's insurance programme, including property, liability, motor, and specialty lines. Lead policy renewals, procurement, negotiate terms, and manage brokers and insurers to secure competitive coverage. Provide expert advice on the scope and coverage provided under the Council's insurance arrangements to service managers, schools and the council's subsidiaries. Take forward the Council's insurance strategy ensuring an optimal balance between external insurance and self- insurance, and that appropriate and robust arrangements are in place for the handling of insurance claims and the calculation and maintenance of the insurance reserve. Oversee the claims process (including liability claims), ensuring timely responses, accurate documentation, and clear communication with claimants, insurers, and legal partners. Oversee systems and processes for sharing intelligence and information about the authority's risk profile, risk appetite, insurance claims incidents, risk prevention and emerging risks, helping the authority understand which risks to take, avoid and manage. Report on risk management and insurance activity to appropriate stakeholders such as the Audit Committee, Strategic Management Board and Directorate Boards, using this as a means of monitoring progress on risks, communicating the authority's risk appetite, highlighting emerging risks, and mitigating actions required. Ensure there is appropriate guidance, advice, resources, training and support for risk management and insurance for both officers and Members. Work pro-actively with partners to promote effective risk management and insurance arrangements, leading work to extend collaboration with District Councils and creating and taking up opportunities to provide risk management and insurance services externally. Lead and motivate the Risk and Insurance Team, encouraging them to deliver excellence. Work closely with the teams in Assurance Services to contribute to the effective governance of the organisation identifying joint approaches to service delivery where appropriate. Support the transition of insurance arrangements as part of Local Government Reorganisation in conjunction with colleagues in Hertfordshire's districts and boroughs. About you Essential Experience in leading and managing risk management and insurance, including delivering results Educated to degree level or equivalent with ACII or relevant professional qualification Demonstrable knowledge of all aspects of risk management and insurance activity Able to communicate effectively and convincingly at senior officer and member levels, demonstrating strong influencing and negotiating skills Experience in leading a team, motivating and supporting them towards achieving high standards of delivery. Ability to implement new ways of working and manage change Desirable Experience working in a political environment We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role This job role is within the Corporate Services, level CORP14 job profile. Please locate this via: Job profiles - Corporate services

About the Role At Connect2Hackney, we are recruiting for a skilled Lawyer to join our Legal & Governance Services team. We are looking for a professional who can demonstrate they are part of an ambitious, agile legal team with a sound grasp of the bigger picture, understanding the Council's key priorities. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to the development and delivery of corporate strategies and operational plans. You will be responsible for managing a caseload of both routine and non-routine legal matters with minimum supervision , while providing clear, consistent, and accurate legal advice to clients across the Council's services. Key Responsibilities Case Management: Manage a demanding caseload of legal matters and complex reports , ensuring compliance with the Service's practice management standards. Advocacy: Undertake advocacy on behalf of the Council in courts and tribunals. Advisory: Deliver seminars or briefings to clients, colleagues, and Members and advise on legal issues, governance, and procedure. Performance: Use the case management system effectively to record at least 1,200 chargeable hours per annum. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with clients to ensure a customer-focused approach and supervise junior staff when required. About You We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister (Supreme Court of England and Wales) or a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives. You must be IT literate and have a strong understanding of the workings of local government and the issues affecting a multi-cultural inner-city area. You should have experience in one or more of the following areas relevant to the team: Adult Social Services or Children's Services Employment, Housing, or Litigation Planning, Property, or Regeneration Licensing, Procurement, or Prosecutions Skills & Attributes Communication: Highly developed oral and written communication skills , with the ability to research and present complex legal arguments. Flexibility: Willingness to attend evening meetings as required and adopt new ways of working to manage a varied workload. Proactivity: Able to take initiative, work independently , and take responsibility for your own self-development. Join Us If you are ready to support the Council in achieving its strategic aims and can relate professionally to a wide range of stakeholders, from senior officers to members of the public, we want to hear from you. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Executive Officer Opportunity lead, advise, inspire! Clerk to Llanelli Rural Council Are you ready to take the helm of one of Carmarthenshire s most active and community-focused councils and one of the largest community councils in Wales? Llanelli Rural Council is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Clerk to the Council to lead its administrative and civic operations. This is not just a job, it s a chance to shape the future of local governance, drive community initiatives, and be the trusted advisor to elected members. Location : Vauxhall Buildings, Llanelli Hours : 37 hours per week (Mon Fri) Grade : LC4 SCP (salary range £64,373 to £72,307) Closing Date: 31 January 2026 What you ll be doing: Acting as the Proper Officer, ensuring the council meets all legal and statutory obligations. Advising councillors on policy, governance, and procedures - your expertise will guide key decisions. Managing a talented team including the Deputy Clerk (Responsible Financial Officer (RFO and Governance & Projects Manager including a supporting team of 45 other members of staff spread across the council s Administration and Training Departments and its grounds maintenance personnel. Overseeing council services, buildings, land, and resources with strategic vision including overseeing the council s £3.8 million annual budget turnover in conjunction with the Deputy Clerk (RFO). Leading the review and development of the council s Strategic Plan, Whole Place Plan, and annual service plans including as an immediate priority, initiating council preparations for the local government elections in May 2027. Advising on cemetery law and related services in the running of Llanelli District Cemetery in your capacity as Secretary to Llanelli Joint Burial Advisory Committee. What we are looking for: A confident leader with strong organisational, communication and negotiating skills. Someone who thrives on responsibility and can juggle complex priorities. A strategic thinker with a passion for public service and community development. Ideally, you ll hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiLCA) or be willing to obtain it or hold other relevant higher-level sector based qualifications. Why join us: Be part of a council that s deeply rooted in its community and committed to innovation. Work in a supportive environment where your ideas and leadership will make a real impact; the council is an Investor in People organisation. Enjoy a varied role that blends law, governance, strategy, community development, people management, and civic engagement. Ready to apply: If you re excited by the opportunity to lead and shape local government in Llanelli, we want to hear from you. Click apply more information and to download the job application pack.

We are looking for a Community Fundraising Manager to lead a regional team to develop and deliver a proactive community fundraising programme for an incredible social welfare charity. This is a hybrid role with options for other arrangements open for discussion. The Charity An inspiring and passionate social welfare charity dedicated to helping those most in need from elderly care to mental health with a vision is to ensure individuals and families are always valued and supported. You would be joining a collaborative team with a community orientated work culture, offering fantastic benefits including 7% pension, six weeks holiday and more. They have a staff of c100 people and secured over 13m last year. The Role - This is a brand new role to lead and develop a great team of three regional community fundraisers.You will: Develop and deliver the Community Fundraising plan across the UK, ensuring consistency while adapting to regional and national needs. - Expand and strengthen fundraising activities in partnership with Regional Engagement Officers, supporting income growth, knowledge-sharing, best practice, and compliance with governance and regulations. - Drive the strategic growth of community fundraising, maximising income from donations, merchandise, Lottery, and volunteer engagement. - Ensure your direct reports are supported in their career development, providing access to training and development opportunities as appropriate. The Candidate - Previous experience in a comparable role with line management experience of a small/large team - Experience of working with CRM databases including Raisers Edge IMPORTANT NOTE Please note applications are being considered on a rolling basis so do get in touch ASAP to find out more. Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.