Director of Finance Job, Halton Housing, Widnes, £95500 plus car Hays are delighted to be retained by Halton Housing to recruit their next Director of Finance. Your New Company Halton Housing is an award-winning housing association managing over 7,000 homes across Cheshire and the North West, committed to its purpose of Improving People's Lives.More than just a housing provider, Halton Housing supports customers at every stage of their journey-from renting and shared ownership to outright homeownership-while continuing to invest in both new and existing homes. Over the last three years, the organisation has delivered over 200 new homes, with ambitious plans to deliver around 300 additional affordable homes between 2026 and 2029.As an anchor organisation and one of the largest local employers, Halton Housing employs around 300 people and plays a vital role in shaping thriving, sustainable communities-backed by significant ongoing investment, including £19m into existing homes in the last year alone.This is a rare opportunity to join a financially strong, forward-thinking organisation that blends commercial rigour with clear social purpose and long-term growth ambition. Your New Role Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer and sitting on the Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation remains financially robust, compliant, and well-positioned for the future.Key responsibilities include:- Leading and developing a high-performing finance team, driving excellence and continuous improvement- Shaping and delivering long-term financial planning, including complex modelling and scenario analysis- Partnering with the Board, Executive and senior leaders to inform strategic decision-making- Co-leading the organisation's treasury strategy, including funding, cashflow management, and lender relationships- Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, audit requirements, and financial covenants- Overseeing high-quality financial and performance reporting to internal and external stakeholders- Strengthening internal controls and governance frameworks- Aligning financial strategy with wider organisational objectives and growth ambitionsThis is a broad, impactful role-combining strategy, leadership, governance, and commercial insight-with genuine influence at Board level. What You'll Need to Succeed To thrive in this role, you will bring a blend of technical excellence, leadership capability, and strategic thinking:- A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)- Housing Association experience is essential for this role.- Proven experience working with Boards, Committees, and senior stakeholders, presenting complex financial insights with impact- Strong track record in financial planning, business modelling, and risk management- Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire teams- Excellent communication skills and executive presence, with credibility to influence at all levels- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement What you will get in return This is more than a finance role-it is a chance to shape the future of an organisation that makes a real difference. You will gain Board-level exposure, strategic influence, and the opportunity to contribute to communities across the region, all within a supportive and purpose-driven environment.In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a fantastic benefits package including Hybrid working and a generous pension and holiday entitlement.If you are looking for your next step-change leadership role where you can combine technical expertise with the opportunity to impact the future development of a very special organisation, then we are keen to hear from you. What you need to do now Please click apply to send your cv to Hays and you will be contacted by our retained consultant Mike McGibbon for a confidential discussion.For more information please visit our dedicated microsite here Date 22nd June. Any cvs sent directly to Halton will be forwarded to Hays as the retained consultants.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Director of Finance Job, Halton Housing, Widnes, £95500 plus car Hays are delighted to be retained by Halton Housing to recruit their next Director of Finance. Your New Company Halton Housing is an award-winning housing association managing over 7,000 homes across Cheshire and the North West, committed to its purpose of Improving People's Lives.More than just a housing provider, Halton Housing supports customers at every stage of their journey-from renting and shared ownership to outright homeownership-while continuing to invest in both new and existing homes. Over the last three years, the organisation has delivered over 200 new homes, with ambitious plans to deliver around 300 additional affordable homes between 2026 and 2029.As an anchor organisation and one of the largest local employers, Halton Housing employs around 300 people and plays a vital role in shaping thriving, sustainable communities-backed by significant ongoing investment, including £19m into existing homes in the last year alone.This is a rare opportunity to join a financially strong, forward-thinking organisation that blends commercial rigour with clear social purpose and long-term growth ambition. Your New Role Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer and sitting on the Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation remains financially robust, compliant, and well-positioned for the future.Key responsibilities include:- Leading and developing a high-performing finance team, driving excellence and continuous improvement- Shaping and delivering long-term financial planning, including complex modelling and scenario analysis- Partnering with the Board, Executive and senior leaders to inform strategic decision-making- Co-leading the organisation's treasury strategy, including funding, cashflow management, and lender relationships- Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, audit requirements, and financial covenants- Overseeing high-quality financial and performance reporting to internal and external stakeholders- Strengthening internal controls and governance frameworks- Aligning financial strategy with wider organisational objectives and growth ambitionsThis is a broad, impactful role-combining strategy, leadership, governance, and commercial insight-with genuine influence at Board level. What You'll Need to Succeed To thrive in this role, you will bring a blend of technical excellence, leadership capability, and strategic thinking:- A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)- Housing Association experience is essential for this role.- Proven experience working with Boards, Committees, and senior stakeholders, presenting complex financial insights with impact- Strong track record in financial planning, business modelling, and risk management- Demonstrable leadership experience, with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire teams- Excellent communication skills and executive presence, with credibility to influence at all levels- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement What you will get in return This is more than a finance role-it is a chance to shape the future of an organisation that makes a real difference. You will gain Board-level exposure, strategic influence, and the opportunity to contribute to communities across the region, all within a supportive and purpose-driven environment.In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a fantastic benefits package including Hybrid working and a generous pension and holiday entitlement.If you are looking for your next step-change leadership role where you can combine technical expertise with the opportunity to impact the future development of a very special organisation, then we are keen to hear from you. What you need to do now Please click apply to send your cv to Hays and you will be contacted by our retained consultant Mike McGibbon for a confidential discussion.For more information please visit our dedicated microsite here Date 22nd June. Any cvs sent directly to Halton will be forwarded to Hays as the retained consultants.
HARP is South Essex's leading homelessness charity and a Registered Social Landlord. Founded in 2002, we support more than 1,000 people each year who are homeless, rough sleeping, vulnerably housed, or at risk of losing their accommodation. On any given night we provide accommodation for over 320 people, and our Bradbury Day Centre operates 365 days a year, offering practical support that helps people move from crisis towards stability and long-term independence. Over the past few years HARP has grown significantly in scale and complexity. Alongside our core mission, we have strengthened our housing pathway, broadened our partnerships, and developed a more mature approach to governance, assurance and regulation. We are coming to the end of our current five-year strategy and are taking stock: consolidating progress, strengthening sustainability, and shaping what comes next. To support this next phase, we are recruiting five new Trustees, including an Honorary Treasurer. Several long-serving trustees are approaching the end of their terms, and we want to bring in new voices, new skills and new perspectives. You do not need to have been a trustee before. What matters most is sound judgement, a willingness to engage, and a clear commitment to the people HARP exists for. The roles Trustee Trustees play a central role in how HARP is governed and held to account. As a member of the Board, you will help set strategic direction, safeguard the charity's purpose and reputation, and ensure strong oversight of performance, risk, quality and financial stewardship. Trustees also contribute through committee work, where detailed governance happens between Board meetings. Honorary Treasurer (Trustee) The Treasurer is a trustee with particular responsibility for HARP's financial health. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Director of Finance, chair the Finance Committee, help the Board understand the numbers and make good decisions, and ensure strong controls, risk management and transparent reporting. As HARP is regulated both as a charity and as a Registered Social Landlord, the Treasurer plays an important role in evidencing financial viability and value for money. What you will do As a Trustee, you will: Attend and contribute at Board and committee meetings, reading papers, asking good questions and bringing your experience to bear. Help set direction and keep a clear line of sight between strategy, delivery and impact. Support and challenge constructively, helping HARP make good decisions, manage risk well, and stay ambitious but realistic. Safeguard purpose and integrity, ensuring HARP meets the standards expected by our regulators, funders and stakeholders. Act as an ambassador, representing HARP with credibility and warmth in the community and with partners. As Treasurer, you will also: Provide financial leadership at Board level, guiding budgets, forecasts, accounts, reserves, liquidity and audit. Champion strong financial controls, assurance and risk, including oversight of key financial policies and governance. Support major investment and property decisions, helping the Board understand implications and trade-offs. Chair the Finance Committee and report clearly to the wider Board. Who we are looking for We are looking for people who are thoughtful, grounded and motivated by HARP's mission. You will: Think strategically, while taking stewardship and accountability seriously. Listen well, analyse issues carefully, and contribute with independence and integrity. Be comfortable offering both encouragement and challenge, with respect and good judgement. Bring a collaborative mindset, and an interest in the lived experience of homelessness and multiple disadvantage. We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities HARP serves. We particularly welcome interest from people who have been underrepresented on charity boards, and from those with lived experience of homelessness, housing insecurity, or the issues that intersect with them. Areas of focus in this recruitment round We are seeking five appointments across the following profiles: 1.Honorary Treasurer Qualified accountant or equivalent senior financial leadership experience. Experience in regulated environments is particularly relevant, including social housing or charities. 2. Trustee, Housing and Registered Provider governance Senior experience in registered provider governance, asset management, housing regulation, investment, or development. 3. Trustee, Commercial / Retail / Social enterprise Someone excited by income generation and social enterprise, with leadership experience in retail, hospitality, commercial growth or building a mission-led business. 4. Trustee, System leadership (health, commissioning, homelessness) Senior experience across health, public health, integrated care, commissioning, or system-wide partnership work, with insight into complex needs and joined-up services. 5. Trustee, Cause-led / creative ("wild card") A visionary, values-driven thinker who brings a different lens, creativity and energy, and is excited by what HARP could become. Time commitment and term Trustee: approximately 6-12 days per year, including preparation. Honorary Treasurer: approximately 12-15 days per year. Term: three years, renewable (maximum nine). These roles are voluntary and unremunerated. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed. Whilst the preference is that board meetings are attended in-person, they can be attended virtually Why now This is a practical, hands-on opportunity to join a charity with real scale, strong services, and a clear sense of purpose, at a point where good governance and clear thinking will shape what happens next. If you can bring judgement, curiosity and commitment, and you want to contribute to an organisation that exists to help people move from crisis to recovery, we would be very pleased to hear from you. Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 18th June To apply: To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact . Applications should include: Full contact details; Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees); Details of your notice period Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview. At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email .
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
HARP is South Essex's leading homelessness charity and a Registered Social Landlord. Founded in 2002, we support more than 1,000 people each year who are homeless, rough sleeping, vulnerably housed, or at risk of losing their accommodation. On any given night we provide accommodation for over 320 people, and our Bradbury Day Centre operates 365 days a year, offering practical support that helps people move from crisis towards stability and long-term independence. Over the past few years HARP has grown significantly in scale and complexity. Alongside our core mission, we have strengthened our housing pathway, broadened our partnerships, and developed a more mature approach to governance, assurance and regulation. We are coming to the end of our current five-year strategy and are taking stock: consolidating progress, strengthening sustainability, and shaping what comes next. To support this next phase, we are recruiting five new Trustees, including an Honorary Treasurer. Several long-serving trustees are approaching the end of their terms, and we want to bring in new voices, new skills and new perspectives. You do not need to have been a trustee before. What matters most is sound judgement, a willingness to engage, and a clear commitment to the people HARP exists for. The roles Trustee Trustees play a central role in how HARP is governed and held to account. As a member of the Board, you will help set strategic direction, safeguard the charity's purpose and reputation, and ensure strong oversight of performance, risk, quality and financial stewardship. Trustees also contribute through committee work, where detailed governance happens between Board meetings. Honorary Treasurer (Trustee) The Treasurer is a trustee with particular responsibility for HARP's financial health. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Director of Finance, chair the Finance Committee, help the Board understand the numbers and make good decisions, and ensure strong controls, risk management and transparent reporting. As HARP is regulated both as a charity and as a Registered Social Landlord, the Treasurer plays an important role in evidencing financial viability and value for money. What you will do As a Trustee, you will: Attend and contribute at Board and committee meetings, reading papers, asking good questions and bringing your experience to bear. Help set direction and keep a clear line of sight between strategy, delivery and impact. Support and challenge constructively, helping HARP make good decisions, manage risk well, and stay ambitious but realistic. Safeguard purpose and integrity, ensuring HARP meets the standards expected by our regulators, funders and stakeholders. Act as an ambassador, representing HARP with credibility and warmth in the community and with partners. As Treasurer, you will also: Provide financial leadership at Board level, guiding budgets, forecasts, accounts, reserves, liquidity and audit. Champion strong financial controls, assurance and risk, including oversight of key financial policies and governance. Support major investment and property decisions, helping the Board understand implications and trade-offs. Chair the Finance Committee and report clearly to the wider Board. Who we are looking for We are looking for people who are thoughtful, grounded and motivated by HARP's mission. You will: Think strategically, while taking stewardship and accountability seriously. Listen well, analyse issues carefully, and contribute with independence and integrity. Be comfortable offering both encouragement and challenge, with respect and good judgement. Bring a collaborative mindset, and an interest in the lived experience of homelessness and multiple disadvantage. We are committed to building a Board that reflects the diversity of the communities HARP serves. We particularly welcome interest from people who have been underrepresented on charity boards, and from those with lived experience of homelessness, housing insecurity, or the issues that intersect with them. Areas of focus in this recruitment round We are seeking five appointments across the following profiles: 1.Honorary Treasurer Qualified accountant or equivalent senior financial leadership experience. Experience in regulated environments is particularly relevant, including social housing or charities. 2. Trustee, Housing and Registered Provider governance Senior experience in registered provider governance, asset management, housing regulation, investment, or development. 3. Trustee, Commercial / Retail / Social enterprise Someone excited by income generation and social enterprise, with leadership experience in retail, hospitality, commercial growth or building a mission-led business. 4. Trustee, System leadership (health, commissioning, homelessness) Senior experience across health, public health, integrated care, commissioning, or system-wide partnership work, with insight into complex needs and joined-up services. 5. Trustee, Cause-led / creative ("wild card") A visionary, values-driven thinker who brings a different lens, creativity and energy, and is excited by what HARP could become. Time commitment and term Trustee: approximately 6-12 days per year, including preparation. Honorary Treasurer: approximately 12-15 days per year. Term: three years, renewable (maximum nine). These roles are voluntary and unremunerated. Reasonable expenses are reimbursed. Whilst the preference is that board meetings are attended in-person, they can be attended virtually Why now This is a practical, hands-on opportunity to join a charity with real scale, strong services, and a clear sense of purpose, at a point where good governance and clear thinking will shape what happens next. If you can bring judgement, curiosity and commitment, and you want to contribute to an organisation that exists to help people move from crisis to recovery, we would be very pleased to hear from you. Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 18th June To apply: To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (three sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (three sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact . Applications should include: Full contact details; Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees); Details of your notice period Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview. At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email .
Join our friendly and supportive Lexcel accredited legal department, passionate about delivering the best for Hampshire and making a real difference to the community! The Role: Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. Our large legal service supports all Hampshire County Council directorates and a wide range of other public service organisations. Working on matters that are as challenging as they are rewarding, you will advise on a range of interesting, varied, meaningful, high profile and complex projects at the very forefront of public interest, delivering improvements to people's lives. What you'll do: You will join the Planning and Environment Team, working with colleagues in all Hampshire County Council directorates and third-party clients. This role includes the provision of legal advice and representation to the County Council's directorates, committees, members and other external partners and client bodies. Your role will not only increase the efficiency of the team but also that of the County Council as a whole and offers the unique level of support that comes with working within our well-respected team and Hampshire County Council generally. You will take responsibility for a large and varied casework, some of which may be complex planning work such as s.106, s.278 and s.38 agreements, legal research, public inquiries and offering assistance and mentoring to colleagues. What we're looking for: We are looking for an in-house Planning and Environment Lawyer who must be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer (Fellow of CILEX) with a current practising certificate for England & Wales. You will be successful in the role if you are able to demonstrate sound legal skills and judgment; a pragmatic solution focussed approach; strong client relationship and communication skills; an ability to work on your own initiative and within a strong team with a collaborative approach; resilience and motivation; and an ability to prioritise effectively to meet strict deadlines. Why join us? Having successfully adopted online and hybrid working, we can consider candidates from out of the area, working partially remotely and from our offices in Winchester. As a forward-looking local authority, our commitment to delivering an exceptional quality of life to our Hampshire residents also extends to our employees. It is important to us that our staff feel supported in their work. As such we can offer you an improved work-life balance through flexible working and an excellent benefits package including: Access to Local Government Pension Scheme Between 25 - 28 days annual leave entitlement (dependent on Local Authority service) Electric plug-in hybrid car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Interest free travel loans and discounts Employee Support Services Family friendly policies Access to online professional legal research resources
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Join our friendly and supportive Lexcel accredited legal department, passionate about delivering the best for Hampshire and making a real difference to the community! The Role: Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. Our large legal service supports all Hampshire County Council directorates and a wide range of other public service organisations. Working on matters that are as challenging as they are rewarding, you will advise on a range of interesting, varied, meaningful, high profile and complex projects at the very forefront of public interest, delivering improvements to people's lives. What you'll do: You will join the Planning and Environment Team, working with colleagues in all Hampshire County Council directorates and third-party clients. This role includes the provision of legal advice and representation to the County Council's directorates, committees, members and other external partners and client bodies. Your role will not only increase the efficiency of the team but also that of the County Council as a whole and offers the unique level of support that comes with working within our well-respected team and Hampshire County Council generally. You will take responsibility for a large and varied casework, some of which may be complex planning work such as s.106, s.278 and s.38 agreements, legal research, public inquiries and offering assistance and mentoring to colleagues. What we're looking for: We are looking for an in-house Planning and Environment Lawyer who must be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive Lawyer (Fellow of CILEX) with a current practising certificate for England & Wales. You will be successful in the role if you are able to demonstrate sound legal skills and judgment; a pragmatic solution focussed approach; strong client relationship and communication skills; an ability to work on your own initiative and within a strong team with a collaborative approach; resilience and motivation; and an ability to prioritise effectively to meet strict deadlines. Why join us? Having successfully adopted online and hybrid working, we can consider candidates from out of the area, working partially remotely and from our offices in Winchester. As a forward-looking local authority, our commitment to delivering an exceptional quality of life to our Hampshire residents also extends to our employees. It is important to us that our staff feel supported in their work. As such we can offer you an improved work-life balance through flexible working and an excellent benefits package including: Access to Local Government Pension Scheme Between 25 - 28 days annual leave entitlement (dependent on Local Authority service) Electric plug-in hybrid car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Interest free travel loans and discounts Employee Support Services Family friendly policies Access to online professional legal research resources
Senior Independent Director / Board Member £7,000 per annum Barnstaple Temporary, Part Time Do you want to be part of a Board and team with a strong social purpose, delivering real change and improvements to the community? Our client is a successful housing charity based in North Devon, with a turnover of £23 million and 3,300 homes. Their team makes a positive difference to over 8,000 customers across North Devon. They are looking to recruit a Board Member / Senior Independent Director who can bring real value and experience to their strategic leadership team. They are looking for someone with previous housing sector board experience, a good understanding of business change, innovation and leadership as we refine services in line with customer feedback and respond to the changing regulatory agenda. A key focus for the organisation is improving the way in which they communicate with their customers and deliver our services. To enhance their current Board's skills they are ideally looking for someone with a background in one or more of the following areas: Customer Engagement and involvement, Information Technology/Cyber Security, Finance or Landlord Safety Compliance. They are always keen to hear from candidates with some of the above experiences who could also bring "lived" experience of being a social housing tenant or as a leaseholder or shared owner. Their Board is team-focused with a strong sense of collaboration and common purpose of meeting their communities' needs and fulfilling our vision of 'creating communities where people want to live'. There are typically 7 Board meetings per year. Currently three of these will be held in person in North Devon, with the remaining four being virtual meetings. In person, meetings tend to incorporate an additional element (e.g. training or strategy away day) to get the most out of the time together. In addition to main Board meetings, the SID will support the Customer Board Partnership (CBP) by attending their meetings in person, c4-6 meetings per year. As Senior Independent Director (SID), you will support the Chair and Board Members providing independent guidance across the broad spectrum of Board work. As the SID is expected to attend CBP meetings in person, being located within one and a half hours of the organisation's head office in Barnstaple is advantageous. The Senior Independent Director is also a member of the Group People and Remuneration Committee (4 virtual meetings per year). As a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, they welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups and disabled candidates. Location: Remote / Barnstaple, Devon Salary: £7,000 per annum Closing date for applications: 26th June :00am Interviews: 1st round - w/c 6th July (virtual) Final interview 13th July (in person)
Jun 17, 2026
Seasonal
Senior Independent Director / Board Member £7,000 per annum Barnstaple Temporary, Part Time Do you want to be part of a Board and team with a strong social purpose, delivering real change and improvements to the community? Our client is a successful housing charity based in North Devon, with a turnover of £23 million and 3,300 homes. Their team makes a positive difference to over 8,000 customers across North Devon. They are looking to recruit a Board Member / Senior Independent Director who can bring real value and experience to their strategic leadership team. They are looking for someone with previous housing sector board experience, a good understanding of business change, innovation and leadership as we refine services in line with customer feedback and respond to the changing regulatory agenda. A key focus for the organisation is improving the way in which they communicate with their customers and deliver our services. To enhance their current Board's skills they are ideally looking for someone with a background in one or more of the following areas: Customer Engagement and involvement, Information Technology/Cyber Security, Finance or Landlord Safety Compliance. They are always keen to hear from candidates with some of the above experiences who could also bring "lived" experience of being a social housing tenant or as a leaseholder or shared owner. Their Board is team-focused with a strong sense of collaboration and common purpose of meeting their communities' needs and fulfilling our vision of 'creating communities where people want to live'. There are typically 7 Board meetings per year. Currently three of these will be held in person in North Devon, with the remaining four being virtual meetings. In person, meetings tend to incorporate an additional element (e.g. training or strategy away day) to get the most out of the time together. In addition to main Board meetings, the SID will support the Customer Board Partnership (CBP) by attending their meetings in person, c4-6 meetings per year. As Senior Independent Director (SID), you will support the Chair and Board Members providing independent guidance across the broad spectrum of Board work. As the SID is expected to attend CBP meetings in person, being located within one and a half hours of the organisation's head office in Barnstaple is advantageous. The Senior Independent Director is also a member of the Group People and Remuneration Committee (4 virtual meetings per year). As a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, they welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic groups and disabled candidates. Location: Remote / Barnstaple, Devon Salary: £7,000 per annum Closing date for applications: 26th June :00am Interviews: 1st round - w/c 6th July (virtual) Final interview 13th July (in person)
The Academy of Medical Sciences
City Of Westminster, London
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: London, UK (Hybrid - 50% office attendance) Summary Purpose - what you will be achieving: The Policy Directorate brings together the Academy's policy, analysis and external affairs functions to address major science and health policy issues in the UK and internationally. The Directorate works as a single, coordinated team, focusing resources on priority areas, applying strategic approaches, generating high-quality evidence and insights, and engaging effectively with government, stakeholders and partners to inform decision-making and influence policy. You will lead and integrate the Academy's external affairs function-spanning policy influence, parliamentary and government engagement, and sector engagement through FORUM-to strengthen our reach, visibility and impact. By drawing on the Academy's Fellowship, networks and reputation, you will ensure coherence across all external-facing policy activities and play a senior leadership role in delivering the Academy's transformation priorities. You will position the Academy as an authoritative voice on medical science and health, and ensure that our external engagement is strategic, aligns with the wider organisation's approach to stakeholder management, and strengthens our influence. About the Role Strategic leadership across external affairs Lead and integrate policy engagement and relationships to deliver a coherent external affairs strategy. Ensure alignment between external affairs activities related to policy and wider Academy strategic priorities (through COO). Provide strategic advice on public affairs opportunities, political risk, reputational management and external positioning. Team leadership, governance and performance Lead a unified external affairs team, embedding KPI-driven planning, performance management and evaluation. Build capability, progression pathways and consistent project management approaches within the team. Manage political risk on behalf of the Academy, ensuring effective governance, narrative discipline and coherent external messaging. Ensure cross-Academy planning and alignment between external affairs, policy development, policy analysis, communications and engagement functions. Strategic programme and portfolio leadership Oversee priority influencing programmes, ensuring coherence, sequencing and impactful delivery. Provide external-facing leadership for high-profile programmes. Support cross-sector initiatives and commissions by providing strategic political insight and external influence. Political, parliamentary and institutional influence Lead the Academy's UK parliamentary and government engagement strategy, including select committee interactions, parliamentary briefings and relationship building with MPs, Peers and parliamentary staff. Position the Academy as an authoritative voice on medical science, policy priorities and the wider health system. Build and sustain high-level influencing relationships across parliament and political parties, national bodies, arm's-length agencies, health systems and sector leaders. FORUM and commercial Oversee and evolve the Academy's FORUM to align with policy priorities and maximise its impact as a neutral, cross-sector convening space exploring scientific innovation, technological trends and strategic priorities shaping UK healthcare. Lead the transformation of FORUM into a leading UK convenor, including membership growth, securing contributions from organisations, and delivering at least six high-quality convenings per year. Contribute to income-generating initiatives within approved budgets and ensure external-facing activities support organisational sustainability. Leadership within the organisation As a member of the Academy Leadership Team (Heads and Directors), contribute to organisational strategy, cultural development and the transformation programme. Provide senior leadership on organisational measurement, impact reporting and securing external funding. Financial and governance responsibilities Oversee budgets associated with external affairs and related programmes. Ensure compliance with governance processes, financial controls and risk management. Requirements Strong track record in public affairs, political strategy or policy influencing, with demonstrable success securing policy adoption and measurable outcomes. Experience leading communications, media or public-facing activity in a complex environment. Understanding of the UK science, research and public health landscape, including inequalities, national strategies and institutional dynamics. Proven experience managing teams, building capability and integrating multidisciplinary functions. Benefits We provide our staff with a comprehensive benefits package outlined as follows: Competitive rewards Generous pension scheme with flexible contributions - we contribute between 8% - 13% of your gross salary (with employee contributions of 3% - 8%). Life assurance at three times your salary. Work-life Balance Hybrid and agile working. 50% office attendance. 26 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure days and bank holidays. Buying and selling leave. Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave (subject to a qualifying period). Wellbeing and Development Complimentary subscriptions to Headspace and Classpass to support your physical and mental wellbeing. Support through tailored learning and development. Additional Benefits A range of enhanced benefits become available once you've completed your probation period. For more information and to apply, please visit our careers portal. Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 22 June 2026. Interviews will likely be held w/c 6 July 2026.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: London, UK (Hybrid - 50% office attendance) Summary Purpose - what you will be achieving: The Policy Directorate brings together the Academy's policy, analysis and external affairs functions to address major science and health policy issues in the UK and internationally. The Directorate works as a single, coordinated team, focusing resources on priority areas, applying strategic approaches, generating high-quality evidence and insights, and engaging effectively with government, stakeholders and partners to inform decision-making and influence policy. You will lead and integrate the Academy's external affairs function-spanning policy influence, parliamentary and government engagement, and sector engagement through FORUM-to strengthen our reach, visibility and impact. By drawing on the Academy's Fellowship, networks and reputation, you will ensure coherence across all external-facing policy activities and play a senior leadership role in delivering the Academy's transformation priorities. You will position the Academy as an authoritative voice on medical science and health, and ensure that our external engagement is strategic, aligns with the wider organisation's approach to stakeholder management, and strengthens our influence. About the Role Strategic leadership across external affairs Lead and integrate policy engagement and relationships to deliver a coherent external affairs strategy. Ensure alignment between external affairs activities related to policy and wider Academy strategic priorities (through COO). Provide strategic advice on public affairs opportunities, political risk, reputational management and external positioning. Team leadership, governance and performance Lead a unified external affairs team, embedding KPI-driven planning, performance management and evaluation. Build capability, progression pathways and consistent project management approaches within the team. Manage political risk on behalf of the Academy, ensuring effective governance, narrative discipline and coherent external messaging. Ensure cross-Academy planning and alignment between external affairs, policy development, policy analysis, communications and engagement functions. Strategic programme and portfolio leadership Oversee priority influencing programmes, ensuring coherence, sequencing and impactful delivery. Provide external-facing leadership for high-profile programmes. Support cross-sector initiatives and commissions by providing strategic political insight and external influence. Political, parliamentary and institutional influence Lead the Academy's UK parliamentary and government engagement strategy, including select committee interactions, parliamentary briefings and relationship building with MPs, Peers and parliamentary staff. Position the Academy as an authoritative voice on medical science, policy priorities and the wider health system. Build and sustain high-level influencing relationships across parliament and political parties, national bodies, arm's-length agencies, health systems and sector leaders. FORUM and commercial Oversee and evolve the Academy's FORUM to align with policy priorities and maximise its impact as a neutral, cross-sector convening space exploring scientific innovation, technological trends and strategic priorities shaping UK healthcare. Lead the transformation of FORUM into a leading UK convenor, including membership growth, securing contributions from organisations, and delivering at least six high-quality convenings per year. Contribute to income-generating initiatives within approved budgets and ensure external-facing activities support organisational sustainability. Leadership within the organisation As a member of the Academy Leadership Team (Heads and Directors), contribute to organisational strategy, cultural development and the transformation programme. Provide senior leadership on organisational measurement, impact reporting and securing external funding. Financial and governance responsibilities Oversee budgets associated with external affairs and related programmes. Ensure compliance with governance processes, financial controls and risk management. Requirements Strong track record in public affairs, political strategy or policy influencing, with demonstrable success securing policy adoption and measurable outcomes. Experience leading communications, media or public-facing activity in a complex environment. Understanding of the UK science, research and public health landscape, including inequalities, national strategies and institutional dynamics. Proven experience managing teams, building capability and integrating multidisciplinary functions. Benefits We provide our staff with a comprehensive benefits package outlined as follows: Competitive rewards Generous pension scheme with flexible contributions - we contribute between 8% - 13% of your gross salary (with employee contributions of 3% - 8%). Life assurance at three times your salary. Work-life Balance Hybrid and agile working. 50% office attendance. 26 days annual leave, plus Christmas closure days and bank holidays. Buying and selling leave. Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave (subject to a qualifying period). Wellbeing and Development Complimentary subscriptions to Headspace and Classpass to support your physical and mental wellbeing. Support through tailored learning and development. Additional Benefits A range of enhanced benefits become available once you've completed your probation period. For more information and to apply, please visit our careers portal. Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 22 June 2026. Interviews will likely be held w/c 6 July 2026.
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing full administrative and organizational support to the Middle School Assistant Principal and Middle School Director of Student Life, and general support to middle school employees. As Attendance Officer, the role holder will also log student attendance across middle school, keeping up-to-date records of absences and monitoring/reporting trends in attendance and student behavior. This is a term-time only role. Summary of duties Schedule appointments and produce itineraries and reports for the supervisors to optimize use of their time Monitor and maintain records of student attendance on a daily basis; prepare monthly attendance report and report trends and/or concerns to the relevant administrator Oversee the administrative aspects of greeting, coordinating and paying substitutes to assist in ensuring that appropriate teaching cover is available when required Overseeing certain student-travel opportunities in the middle school, which includes processing field trip requests, trip packs, organizing risk assessments, and collecting medical consent forms Maintain an accurate and up-to-date archive of student files to ensure that the appropriate information is available whenever it is required; prepare packages of student transcripts and reports for applications to other schools Collect, collate and distribute report card data to merge this with attendance and other data and provide a full progress record for each student; compile and maintain daily records of attendance and timeliness of students in order to provide accurate information to faculty and parents, and to enable the monitoring and reporting of trends in behavior Liaise with other school departments to ensure that all non-academic support for students is coordinated to run smoothly Where required, supervise/monitor students during recess, lunch or after school hours to ensure their safety and wellbeing Participate actively in the life of the School, through attendance at events, committee membership and/or leadership of co-curricular activities Any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the supervisors Selection criteria Essential qualifications/experience: Recent and extensive experience in a general administrative or managerial role Proficiency with a number of computer applications (Google suite, MS Office, etc.), including high level of competence with spreadsheets, strong proofreading, spelling and editing skills Tact, diplomacy and a friendly manner with the ability to interact with a diverse student, parent, faculty and staff body with ease Demonstrably strong organizational abilities, along with excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines Outstanding collaborative skills and a desire to work in a team-focused environment A proven commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children Desirable qualifications/experience: Experience in an administrative role in a school Experience working in a school or other educational setting Proficiency with G Suite Experience with Axiom/Veracross or other school data entry systems This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary. The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All new appointments will be subject to appropriate checks: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS enhanced), Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration, Declaration of Criminal Record, checks against the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List (Teacher Status Checks) including Identity, Address, Date of Birth, a Full Employment History, Right to Work in the UK, overseas checks where applicable, at least 2 references (one with current or most recent employer, where appropriate) and original documentation of Qualifications (where appropriate). For positions into Senior Management a Prohibition from Management Check (s128 Directive) will also be undertaken. All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. Diversity and equality of opportunity are cornerstone values of The American School in London. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law. Read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement here .
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing full administrative and organizational support to the Middle School Assistant Principal and Middle School Director of Student Life, and general support to middle school employees. As Attendance Officer, the role holder will also log student attendance across middle school, keeping up-to-date records of absences and monitoring/reporting trends in attendance and student behavior. This is a term-time only role. Summary of duties Schedule appointments and produce itineraries and reports for the supervisors to optimize use of their time Monitor and maintain records of student attendance on a daily basis; prepare monthly attendance report and report trends and/or concerns to the relevant administrator Oversee the administrative aspects of greeting, coordinating and paying substitutes to assist in ensuring that appropriate teaching cover is available when required Overseeing certain student-travel opportunities in the middle school, which includes processing field trip requests, trip packs, organizing risk assessments, and collecting medical consent forms Maintain an accurate and up-to-date archive of student files to ensure that the appropriate information is available whenever it is required; prepare packages of student transcripts and reports for applications to other schools Collect, collate and distribute report card data to merge this with attendance and other data and provide a full progress record for each student; compile and maintain daily records of attendance and timeliness of students in order to provide accurate information to faculty and parents, and to enable the monitoring and reporting of trends in behavior Liaise with other school departments to ensure that all non-academic support for students is coordinated to run smoothly Where required, supervise/monitor students during recess, lunch or after school hours to ensure their safety and wellbeing Participate actively in the life of the School, through attendance at events, committee membership and/or leadership of co-curricular activities Any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the supervisors Selection criteria Essential qualifications/experience: Recent and extensive experience in a general administrative or managerial role Proficiency with a number of computer applications (Google suite, MS Office, etc.), including high level of competence with spreadsheets, strong proofreading, spelling and editing skills Tact, diplomacy and a friendly manner with the ability to interact with a diverse student, parent, faculty and staff body with ease Demonstrably strong organizational abilities, along with excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines Outstanding collaborative skills and a desire to work in a team-focused environment A proven commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children Desirable qualifications/experience: Experience in an administrative role in a school Experience working in a school or other educational setting Proficiency with G Suite Experience with Axiom/Veracross or other school data entry systems This position description is current at the date shown but following consultation may be changed to reflect or anticipate changes in the role that are commensurate with the job title and salary. The American School in London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all trustees, employees and volunteers to share this commitment. All new appointments will be subject to appropriate checks: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS enhanced), Disqualification by Association Self-Declaration, Declaration of Criminal Record, checks against the Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) Prohibition List (Teacher Status Checks) including Identity, Address, Date of Birth, a Full Employment History, Right to Work in the UK, overseas checks where applicable, at least 2 references (one with current or most recent employer, where appropriate) and original documentation of Qualifications (where appropriate). For positions into Senior Management a Prohibition from Management Check (s128 Directive) will also be undertaken. All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed. Diversity and equality of opportunity are cornerstone values of The American School in London. The American School in London will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognised protected basis under local law. Read our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement here .
Edinburgh International Book Festival
Edinburgh, Midlothian
Contract Full-time, permanent (We welcome proposals for flexible working arrangements) Salary £55k per annum This is a newly created role. with responsibility for financial management owned previously by the Executive Director, supported by the Head of Finance & Operations. In the refreshed structure operational and finance functions are separated. The purpose of this role is to ensure the organisation is financially sustainable, well governed, and able to deliver its mission effectively. You will lead the financial management of the organisation, ensuring robust financial control, high-quality reporting, and effective financial planning to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability. This is a hands-on, collaborative role in a busy team, spanning both strategic and operational finance. Being a success in this role will essentially balance three things at the same time: 1. Financial stability, control and risk management 2. Artistic and charitable ambition 3. Long-term organisational resilience and sustainable growth Over the last two years the Festival has refreshed a number of our platforms and ways of working, including updating our CRM, ticketing and finance systems (Xero). We have worked with an external consultancy firm who have reviewed our systems and processes in finance and recommended new approaches; we are seeking a financial leader who can continue to progress this transformation, embedding new systems and ways of working across the team, while managing the busy annual BAU finance operations. We are in year two of a refreshed Strategic Plan, with a focus on building organisational resilience, maximising income and building new revenue streams; our new Finance Director will play a key role in realising these ambitions. The role will be the key liaison with the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board of Trustees. Key Responsibilities: Financial leadership Financial reporting and insight Festival and programme support Sustainability and development support Systems and data Compliance, governance and risk management Leadership and team management Essential Knowledge, skills and experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent experience) Significant senior financial management experience including Xero accounting system Experience of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing audits Strong understanding of financial controls and governance Experience presenting financial information to boards or trustees Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work strategically and operationally in a fast-paced environment For full information on key responsibilities and person specifications please see full Job Description on Edinburgh International Book Festival Website. Key Dates: Closing date for applications: Monday 29th June 2026. Please complete the online application using the links on our website. Interviews will be held in central Edinburgh during the week of 6th July. Remote interview requests will be considered but in person is preferred.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
Contract Full-time, permanent (We welcome proposals for flexible working arrangements) Salary £55k per annum This is a newly created role. with responsibility for financial management owned previously by the Executive Director, supported by the Head of Finance & Operations. In the refreshed structure operational and finance functions are separated. The purpose of this role is to ensure the organisation is financially sustainable, well governed, and able to deliver its mission effectively. You will lead the financial management of the organisation, ensuring robust financial control, high-quality reporting, and effective financial planning to support strategic decision-making and long-term sustainability. This is a hands-on, collaborative role in a busy team, spanning both strategic and operational finance. Being a success in this role will essentially balance three things at the same time: 1. Financial stability, control and risk management 2. Artistic and charitable ambition 3. Long-term organisational resilience and sustainable growth Over the last two years the Festival has refreshed a number of our platforms and ways of working, including updating our CRM, ticketing and finance systems (Xero). We have worked with an external consultancy firm who have reviewed our systems and processes in finance and recommended new approaches; we are seeking a financial leader who can continue to progress this transformation, embedding new systems and ways of working across the team, while managing the busy annual BAU finance operations. We are in year two of a refreshed Strategic Plan, with a focus on building organisational resilience, maximising income and building new revenue streams; our new Finance Director will play a key role in realising these ambitions. The role will be the key liaison with the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board of Trustees. Key Responsibilities: Financial leadership Financial reporting and insight Festival and programme support Sustainability and development support Systems and data Compliance, governance and risk management Leadership and team management Essential Knowledge, skills and experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent experience) Significant senior financial management experience including Xero accounting system Experience of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing audits Strong understanding of financial controls and governance Experience presenting financial information to boards or trustees Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work strategically and operationally in a fast-paced environment For full information on key responsibilities and person specifications please see full Job Description on Edinburgh International Book Festival Website. Key Dates: Closing date for applications: Monday 29th June 2026. Please complete the online application using the links on our website. Interviews will be held in central Edinburgh during the week of 6th July. Remote interview requests will be considered but in person is preferred.
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Leicester, Leicestershire
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jun 17, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Head of Finance & Analysis Location: Hybrid (3 days per week in the Manchester office) Salary: 90k - 108k per annum plus 5,000 Car Allowance Hours: 36 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent You will provide strategic financial leadership on complex development and investment transactions, including organic growth opportunities, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, regeneration schemes and large-scale investment projects. The role will support projects ensuring robust financial analysis, risk assessment and investment decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Lead the financial appraisal and evaluation of major development and investment opportunities Provide end-to-end transaction support from initial assessment through to approval and delivery Support the Development Finance Director in developing and implementing investment and development finance strategies Deputise for the Development Finance Director when required Develop, review and challenge complex financial models Provide strategic recommendations to support investment decisions and maximise portfolio performance Analyse market conditions, development opportunities and emerging investment trends Present financial analysis and recommendations to Group and subsidiary Boards, Executive teams and Investment Committees Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Development, Treasury, Tax, Legal and Finance functions Candidate requirements: CCAB qualified accountant (or equivalent professional qualification) Significant experience in development finance, investment appraisal or property-based finance Strong understanding of the housing and property development sector Excellent financial modelling and analytical skills Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking capability Demonstrable experience developing and reviewing complex financial models for multi-tenure schemes Experience working with strategic partnerships, joint ventures and large-scale investment opportunities Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills Ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance & Analysis Location: Hybrid (3 days per week in the Manchester office) Salary: 90k - 108k per annum plus 5,000 Car Allowance Hours: 36 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent You will provide strategic financial leadership on complex development and investment transactions, including organic growth opportunities, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, regeneration schemes and large-scale investment projects. The role will support projects ensuring robust financial analysis, risk assessment and investment decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Lead the financial appraisal and evaluation of major development and investment opportunities Provide end-to-end transaction support from initial assessment through to approval and delivery Support the Development Finance Director in developing and implementing investment and development finance strategies Deputise for the Development Finance Director when required Develop, review and challenge complex financial models Provide strategic recommendations to support investment decisions and maximise portfolio performance Analyse market conditions, development opportunities and emerging investment trends Present financial analysis and recommendations to Group and subsidiary Boards, Executive teams and Investment Committees Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across Development, Treasury, Tax, Legal and Finance functions Candidate requirements: CCAB qualified accountant (or equivalent professional qualification) Significant experience in development finance, investment appraisal or property-based finance Strong understanding of the housing and property development sector Excellent financial modelling and analytical skills Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking capability Demonstrable experience developing and reviewing complex financial models for multi-tenure schemes Experience working with strategic partnerships, joint ventures and large-scale investment opportunities Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills Ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.
Principal Town Planner Location: Sutton Coldfield (Hybrid Working) Salary: Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits Carrington West are pleased to be working on an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing independent planning consultancy based in Sutton Coldfield. Due to continued expansion, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Town Planner or Principal Town Planner to strengthen its successful team. This is an ideal role for an ambitious planning professional who is looking to work on a broad range of complex residential development projects while benefiting from genuine career progression, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative working environment. The Role Working closely with senior colleagues and directors, you will play a key role in delivering planning services for a variety of national and regional housebuilders, taking projects from initial appraisal through to determination and appeal where required. You will be responsible for: Preparing high-quality planning statements, Statements of Community Involvement and other supporting planning documents with minimal supervision. Managing and assisting with major planning applications, including outline, full and reserved matters submissions. Attending planning committees to present proposals and respond confidently to questions. Organising and delivering public consultation events, both in person and online. Undertaking planning appraisals and providing strategic planning advice to clients based on development management and local plan policy. Developing innovative planning strategies to maximise development potential and overcome planning challenges. Managing planning appeals, including written representations, hearings and Public Inquiries, with experience acting as an expert witness being highly desirable. Preparing representations to Local Plans and promoting sites through the plan-making process, including attendance at Examinations in Public. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team. About You The successful candidate will ideally possess: MRTPI qualification. A minimum of 5 years' planning experience within the private sector. Previous local authority planning experience (desirable). Strong experience delivering residential planning projects and major planning applications. Excellent report writing and communication skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, strategic planning advice. A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and confidence in challenging conventional planning approaches where appropriate. A willingness to mentor and support less experienced colleagues. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred). The Package In return, our client offers an excellent employment package including: Highly competitive salary dependent on experience. Hybrid working model (currently three days per week in the office). Pension scheme. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year. Ongoing CPD and professional development support. Quarterly team events and social activities. Planned enhancements to the benefits package, including private healthcare, increased pension contributions and additional salary sacrifice schemes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected planning consultancy with an excellent reputation and an exciting pipeline of residential development projects, offering long-term career prospects for the right individual. To find out more or to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch with Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Principal Town Planner Location: Sutton Coldfield (Hybrid Working) Salary: Highly Competitive + Excellent Benefits Carrington West are pleased to be working on an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing independent planning consultancy based in Sutton Coldfield. Due to continued expansion, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Town Planner or Principal Town Planner to strengthen its successful team. This is an ideal role for an ambitious planning professional who is looking to work on a broad range of complex residential development projects while benefiting from genuine career progression, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative working environment. The Role Working closely with senior colleagues and directors, you will play a key role in delivering planning services for a variety of national and regional housebuilders, taking projects from initial appraisal through to determination and appeal where required. You will be responsible for: Preparing high-quality planning statements, Statements of Community Involvement and other supporting planning documents with minimal supervision. Managing and assisting with major planning applications, including outline, full and reserved matters submissions. Attending planning committees to present proposals and respond confidently to questions. Organising and delivering public consultation events, both in person and online. Undertaking planning appraisals and providing strategic planning advice to clients based on development management and local plan policy. Developing innovative planning strategies to maximise development potential and overcome planning challenges. Managing planning appeals, including written representations, hearings and Public Inquiries, with experience acting as an expert witness being highly desirable. Preparing representations to Local Plans and promoting sites through the plan-making process, including attendance at Examinations in Public. Supporting and mentoring junior members of the planning team. About You The successful candidate will ideally possess: MRTPI qualification. A minimum of 5 years' planning experience within the private sector. Previous local authority planning experience (desirable). Strong experience delivering residential planning projects and major planning applications. Excellent report writing and communication skills. Commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, strategic planning advice. A proactive mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and confidence in challenging conventional planning approaches where appropriate. A willingness to mentor and support less experienced colleagues. A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred). The Package In return, our client offers an excellent employment package including: Highly competitive salary dependent on experience. Hybrid working model (currently three days per week in the office). Pension scheme. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year. Ongoing CPD and professional development support. Quarterly team events and social activities. Planned enhancements to the benefits package, including private healthcare, increased pension contributions and additional salary sacrifice schemes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected planning consultancy with an excellent reputation and an exciting pipeline of residential development projects, offering long-term career prospects for the right individual. To find out more or to discuss this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch with Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) / (url removed)
We are seeking an exceptional governance leader to join a respected membership organisation with a long-standing commitment to advancing professional excellence and delivering positive societal impact. This is a rare opportunity to influence organisational strategy at the highest level while leading governance, risk, compliance, audit, and regulatory functions across a complex and evolving organisation. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with Trustees, senior leaders, and key committees, you will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation continues to operate with transparency, integrity, and accountability while supporting ambitious plans for the future. If you are an experienced governance professional who enjoys balancing strategic leadership with practical delivery, this could be your next career-defining opportunity. About the Role This is a strategically important leadership position responsible for overseeing governance, compliance, risk management, internal audit, data protection, and organisational assurance. You will provide expert advice to the Board of Trustees, senior committees, and executive leadership team, ensuring governance frameworks remain effective, proportionate, and aligned with best practice. Leading a specialist team, you will champion a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and informed decision-making across the organisation. You will also play a key role in supporting organisational change, strengthening risk management capability, and embedding governance excellence throughout the business. This role offers significant visibility and influence, providing the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute directly to organisational strategy and performance. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership across governance, risk, compliance, audit, and assurance functions. Act as a trusted adviser to Trustees, Board committees, and executive leaders on governance matters. Ensure governance structures, constitutional processes, and decision-making frameworks operate effectively and transparently. Lead the organisation's approach to risk management, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and mitigated appropriately. Oversee internal audit programmes and drive implementation of recommendations that strengthen organisational performance. Act as the organisational lead for data protection and regulatory compliance. About You You will be an experienced governance, company secretarial, legal, or regulatory professional with a track record of operating at a senior level within a complex organisation. You will bring strong strategic thinking alongside the ability to translate governance requirements into practical solutions that support organisational objectives. Experience within a membership body, charity, professional association, regulator, public body, or similarly governed organisation would be highly advantageous. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are welcomed. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and encourage applications from individuals who may bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills to the organisation. If you are passionate about governance, leadership, and organisational excellence, we would love to hear from you. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and the role may close early.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an exceptional governance leader to join a respected membership organisation with a long-standing commitment to advancing professional excellence and delivering positive societal impact. This is a rare opportunity to influence organisational strategy at the highest level while leading governance, risk, compliance, audit, and regulatory functions across a complex and evolving organisation. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive and working closely with Trustees, senior leaders, and key committees, you will play a critical role in ensuring the organisation continues to operate with transparency, integrity, and accountability while supporting ambitious plans for the future. If you are an experienced governance professional who enjoys balancing strategic leadership with practical delivery, this could be your next career-defining opportunity. About the Role This is a strategically important leadership position responsible for overseeing governance, compliance, risk management, internal audit, data protection, and organisational assurance. You will provide expert advice to the Board of Trustees, senior committees, and executive leadership team, ensuring governance frameworks remain effective, proportionate, and aligned with best practice. Leading a specialist team, you will champion a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and informed decision-making across the organisation. You will also play a key role in supporting organisational change, strengthening risk management capability, and embedding governance excellence throughout the business. This role offers significant visibility and influence, providing the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute directly to organisational strategy and performance. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership across governance, risk, compliance, audit, and assurance functions. Act as a trusted adviser to Trustees, Board committees, and executive leaders on governance matters. Ensure governance structures, constitutional processes, and decision-making frameworks operate effectively and transparently. Lead the organisation's approach to risk management, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, monitored, and mitigated appropriately. Oversee internal audit programmes and drive implementation of recommendations that strengthen organisational performance. Act as the organisational lead for data protection and regulatory compliance. About You You will be an experienced governance, company secretarial, legal, or regulatory professional with a track record of operating at a senior level within a complex organisation. You will bring strong strategic thinking alongside the ability to translate governance requirements into practical solutions that support organisational objectives. Experience within a membership body, charity, professional association, regulator, public body, or similarly governed organisation would be highly advantageous. Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are welcomed. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and encourage applications from individuals who may bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills to the organisation. If you are passionate about governance, leadership, and organisational excellence, we would love to hear from you. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and the role may close early.
12 Month FTC Possibility: Part time - 4 sessions per week (0.4 wte) or job share at 2 sessions per week (2 x 0.2wte) Who we are: The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we are the voice for professionals working in this area. As a multi-disciplinary professional membership organisation, we set clinical guidance and standards, provide training and lifelong education, and champion safe and effective sexual and reproductive healthcare across the life course for all. The Clinical Effectiveness Unit (CEU) at the CoSRH develops a range of evidenced-based clinical guidance documents including guidelines, statements and new product reviews as well as associated activities. The Role: We are seeking to appoint an experienced SRH clinician (or 2 as a job share) to provide expert clinical leadership and advice to support the development of clinical guidelines, guidance statements, new product reviews and patient facing information. You will also play a key role in advising the College on emerging evidence, research developments, and media enquiries. You will work collaboratively with systematic reviewers, CEU staff, Clinical Fellows, CoSRH Clinical Quality Committees, and senior College officers including the VP for Clinical Quality. They will also engage closely with external clinical experts and patient organisations across the sexual and reproductive healthcare sector to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based guidance. This is a rare opportunity to influence national clinical practice at a senior level, while maintaining your clinical career. Key responsibilities include providing clinical leadership and expert input across all CEU activities and responding authoritatively to enquiries relating to clinical evidence and research. You will be: MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Ideally you will have undertaken MCSRH OR DCSRH, LOCIUT, LOCSDI and be a member of CoSRH Professionally registered with the relevant organisation such as GMC registration and entry on the GMC specialist register or GMC GP register with a current licence to practise Or an advanced practitioner Registered Nurse/Midwife with current registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council A Postgraduate with a qualification in a relevant discipline For full details of job description, required skills and experience please click on the apply link. Join our team and contribute to the development of nationally recognised guidance, promoting evidence-based clinical practice, and driving positive change in sexual and reproductive healthcare. Apply now and be part of our mission to improve patient care and professional practice. Deadline: 1 July pm Interviews w/c 16 July 2026 To apply please click on the Apply button. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you. We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are working hard to minimise unconscious bias and your application will be anonymised to support this. NB: In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
12 Month FTC Possibility: Part time - 4 sessions per week (0.4 wte) or job share at 2 sessions per week (2 x 0.2wte) Who we are: The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, and we are the voice for professionals working in this area. As a multi-disciplinary professional membership organisation, we set clinical guidance and standards, provide training and lifelong education, and champion safe and effective sexual and reproductive healthcare across the life course for all. The Clinical Effectiveness Unit (CEU) at the CoSRH develops a range of evidenced-based clinical guidance documents including guidelines, statements and new product reviews as well as associated activities. The Role: We are seeking to appoint an experienced SRH clinician (or 2 as a job share) to provide expert clinical leadership and advice to support the development of clinical guidelines, guidance statements, new product reviews and patient facing information. You will also play a key role in advising the College on emerging evidence, research developments, and media enquiries. You will work collaboratively with systematic reviewers, CEU staff, Clinical Fellows, CoSRH Clinical Quality Committees, and senior College officers including the VP for Clinical Quality. They will also engage closely with external clinical experts and patient organisations across the sexual and reproductive healthcare sector to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based guidance. This is a rare opportunity to influence national clinical practice at a senior level, while maintaining your clinical career. Key responsibilities include providing clinical leadership and expert input across all CEU activities and responding authoritatively to enquiries relating to clinical evidence and research. You will be: MBBS or equivalent medical qualification Ideally you will have undertaken MCSRH OR DCSRH, LOCIUT, LOCSDI and be a member of CoSRH Professionally registered with the relevant organisation such as GMC registration and entry on the GMC specialist register or GMC GP register with a current licence to practise Or an advanced practitioner Registered Nurse/Midwife with current registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council A Postgraduate with a qualification in a relevant discipline For full details of job description, required skills and experience please click on the apply link. Join our team and contribute to the development of nationally recognised guidance, promoting evidence-based clinical practice, and driving positive change in sexual and reproductive healthcare. Apply now and be part of our mission to improve patient care and professional practice. Deadline: 1 July pm Interviews w/c 16 July 2026 To apply please click on the Apply button. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you. We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are working hard to minimise unconscious bias and your application will be anonymised to support this. NB: In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
Finance Director, Newcastle, Charity, Commercial, circa £90,000 Finance Director Newcastle upon Tyne - mainly on-site working Full-time 37 hours per week Permanent Salary: £85,000 - £90,000 (flexible for the right candidate) Shape the Financial Future of a Unique Organisation The International Centre for Life is a distinctive, mission-driven organisation where science, education, healthcare and commercial enterprise intersect. Located in the vibrant heart of Newcastle, we bring together a science centre, NHS clinics, and world-class research facilities to inspire curiosity, improve lives, and drive innovation.We are now seeking an outstanding Finance Director to join our Leadership Team at a pivotal moment as we strengthen financial resilience, enhance commercial performance, and invest boldly in our future. The Opportunity Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead all aspects of financial strategy and operations across a complex, multi-faceted organisation.This is a high-impact role where you will: Lead financial planning, budgeting, reporting and forecastingEnsure strong financial governance, risk management, and complianceSupport sustainable growth by balancing charitable purpose with commercial income generationProvide clear, strategic financial insight to the Trust Board, subsidiary company and key committees (including audit, investment and remuneration)Build and develop a high-performing finance teamDrive continuous improvement, innovation and effective use of technology across finance systems and processes About You We are looking for a strategic and commercially astute finance leader who can operate with both vision and precision.You will bring:Proven experience in a senior finance leadership roleA CCAB qualification (or equivalent)Strong expertise in financial management, governance and strategic planningExcellent communication skills, with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and BoardsA collaborative leadership style and the ability to build high-performing teamsA forward-thinking, solutions-focused mindsetExperience within the not-for-profit sector is desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? Life is a welcoming and purpose-driven organisation where you can make a meaningful difference.We offer:A competitive salary with flexibility for the right candidateWellbeing initiatives and healthcare supportSalary sacrifice pension schemeElectric car schemeDiscounted city centre parkingA collaborative culture committed to innovation and impact Additional Information This role is subject to a DBS check.We are an equal opportunities employer.Proud holders of Maintaining Excellence accreditation under the Northeast Better Health at Work SchemeRegistered Charity Number: Apply NowFor further details, please refer to the applicant pack on our website. To apply or for an informal discussion, please contact: Rachael Richards: Closing date: 14 June 2026 Interview dates: TBC - June/JulyJoin us and play a key role in shaping the financial sustainability of an organisation that changes lives through science.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
Finance Director, Newcastle, Charity, Commercial, circa £90,000 Finance Director Newcastle upon Tyne - mainly on-site working Full-time 37 hours per week Permanent Salary: £85,000 - £90,000 (flexible for the right candidate) Shape the Financial Future of a Unique Organisation The International Centre for Life is a distinctive, mission-driven organisation where science, education, healthcare and commercial enterprise intersect. Located in the vibrant heart of Newcastle, we bring together a science centre, NHS clinics, and world-class research facilities to inspire curiosity, improve lives, and drive innovation.We are now seeking an outstanding Finance Director to join our Leadership Team at a pivotal moment as we strengthen financial resilience, enhance commercial performance, and invest boldly in our future. The Opportunity Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead all aspects of financial strategy and operations across a complex, multi-faceted organisation.This is a high-impact role where you will: Lead financial planning, budgeting, reporting and forecastingEnsure strong financial governance, risk management, and complianceSupport sustainable growth by balancing charitable purpose with commercial income generationProvide clear, strategic financial insight to the Trust Board, subsidiary company and key committees (including audit, investment and remuneration)Build and develop a high-performing finance teamDrive continuous improvement, innovation and effective use of technology across finance systems and processes About You We are looking for a strategic and commercially astute finance leader who can operate with both vision and precision.You will bring:Proven experience in a senior finance leadership roleA CCAB qualification (or equivalent)Strong expertise in financial management, governance and strategic planningExcellent communication skills, with the confidence to influence senior stakeholders and BoardsA collaborative leadership style and the ability to build high-performing teamsA forward-thinking, solutions-focused mindsetExperience within the not-for-profit sector is desirable but not essential. Why Join Us? Life is a welcoming and purpose-driven organisation where you can make a meaningful difference.We offer:A competitive salary with flexibility for the right candidateWellbeing initiatives and healthcare supportSalary sacrifice pension schemeElectric car schemeDiscounted city centre parkingA collaborative culture committed to innovation and impact Additional Information This role is subject to a DBS check.We are an equal opportunities employer.Proud holders of Maintaining Excellence accreditation under the Northeast Better Health at Work SchemeRegistered Charity Number: Apply NowFor further details, please refer to the applicant pack on our website. To apply or for an informal discussion, please contact: Rachael Richards: Closing date: 14 June 2026 Interview dates: TBC - June/JulyJoin us and play a key role in shaping the financial sustainability of an organisation that changes lives through science.
MINISTRY OF HOUSING COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking to appoint five highly-skilled and experienced Non-Executive Directors to join the Local Audit Office Board. Local public bodies are at the heart of our communities. They support democracy and help deliver vital public services. The local audit system covers a wide range of public sector bodies (including local authorities, police, fire and National Health Service bodies). An effective and efficient external audit system is vital to ensure transparency and accountability for billions of pounds of public funds. This government is driving a major overhaul of the local audit system by leading one of the most ambitious and wide-reaching reform programmes in over a decade. These efforts mark a decisive shift toward modernising a broken system that has struggled with complexity, fragmentation and capacity challenges. The scale of the problem has been epitomised by the backlog of outstanding unaudited accounts, which led to a paralysis of local audit prior to this government's decision action to tackle it. The problems in local government financial reporting and the backlog in unaudited accounts has regrettably led to the disclaimer on the Whole of Government Accounts for both 2022/23 and 2023/24, and a general loss of public accountability and trust in the system. As part of our overhaul of the local audit system, we are launching the new Local Audit Office. The Local Audit Office will: Play a critical role in ensuring the effective delivery of reforms, strengthening accountability, securing better value for money for taxpayers, and supporting long-term economic growth. Reduce the complexity of the current arrangements, improve coordination across the system and improve capacity and capability. Oversee and coordinate the auditing of local public bodies to promote effective, value for money and timely local audit, and to put the system back onto a secure and reliable footing. Rebuild transparency, accountability and public trust, restoring a crucial part of the early warning system for authorities facing potential failure and challenge. The Local Audit Office's development will be an iterative process, and its functions will develop over time to fulfil its long-term vision. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking five highly-skilled and experienced Non-Executive Directors to join the Local Audit Office Board to play a crucial role in the establishment and running of this new organisation. These high-profile roles will provide independent oversight and strategic guidance to ensure the Office operates with the highest standards of governance and accountability. The roles will also provide advice, challenge and support to the Chair, Controller of Local Audit and executive management regarding the Office's operations, development and implementation of its strategic direction, core functions and delivery priorities, ensuring that the organisation delivers value for money. This is an exciting opportunity to make significant impacts and help establish the new Local Audit Office as a crucial part of the wider reforms to local audit sector. You will be at the heart of a bold and ambitious mission to transform the local audit system. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact for communities and taxpayers across the country. If you believe you have the experience and skills we are seeking, we would like to encourage you to consider applying to help the government tackle the challenges and rebuild the system. Full details of the role, responsibilities and commitments are set out in this advert, and we hope you will decide to apply. We want to receive applications from a wide range of individuals; we welcome candidates from traditionally under-represented groups, including those from an ethnic minority background. Key responsibilities Governance and oversight: As part of the Local Audit Office Board, provide independent oversight and constructive challenge to the Controller of Local Audit and the Local Audit Office's executive management to support the establishment of the Local Audit Office, delivery milestones, and strategic long-term direction of the organisation, ensuring alignment with the Local Audit Office's overarching statutory objectives and the Secretary of State's strategic vision for the Local Audit Office. Contribute to the work of any Local Audit Office sub-committees, as well as the main Board. Provide additional scrutiny, external expertise and discipline to promote transparent decision-making of the Local Audit Office Board and bring insight from your wider experience to inform and shape the strategic thinking of the Local Audit Office. Promote the highest standards of governance and accountability in the management of the operations of the Local Audit Office, ensuring it is consistent with statutory requirements and best practice. Support the establishment of the Local Audit Office's key functions at pace to ensure the Local Audit Office can demonstrably achieve its objectives in the short term and medium term. Actively participate in board meetings and relevant sub-committees, contributing to informed decision-making processes. Support the Board in maintaining the operational independence of the Local Audit Office, while also maintaining the confidence of Ministers that the Local Audit Office is delivering its statutory functions effectively and efficiently, and in line with overarching government policy. Stakeholder engagement: Represent the organisation at external events and stakeholder engagements, fostering positive relationships and promoting the organisation's interests. Act as an advocate to champion the profile of local audit across the broader corporate audit and regulatory landscape, both in the UK and internationally. Regulatory compliance, risk and performance monitoring: Monitor the performance of the executive team and the Local Audit Office, providing reporting, feedback and guidance as necessary. Ensure effective risk management practices are in place, identifying and addressing potential risks to the Local Audit Office. Ensure the Local Audit Office complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards, maintaining high levels of corporate governance. Provide oversight of the Local Audit Office's use of resources, providing challenge and advice to the decision-making process. Essential criteria Proven board level in non-executive director/ senior leadership experience in large and complex public or private sector organisations (or third sectors, (either in the UK or overseas, or both). Strong knowledge of public sector governance, audit, risk and financial oversight experience, organisational development, transformation and monitoring performance. Demonstrates excellent strategic thinking and independent, objective judgement by assessing complex issues, identifying key risks and mitigations, and supporting board decisions that improve accountability and value for money. Political astuteness and understanding of local and national government/ Parliament, and the context of the Local Audit Office's work and Parliamentary accountability. Strong communication, influencing, and relationship management skills. Desirable criteria: Strong understanding of the policy and regulatory framework for local financial reporting and local audit, supported by relevant professional qualifications(e.g. accountancy, law, business administration), and experience of working within local audit bodies, audit suppliers or regulators would be an advantage. Experience of establishing or working within arm's length bodies, and of leading or overseeing regulatory transformation, including tackling complex systemwide issues, holding executives to account, and delivering sustainable, long-term reforms in the public interest.
Jun 16, 2026
Full time
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking to appoint five highly-skilled and experienced Non-Executive Directors to join the Local Audit Office Board. Local public bodies are at the heart of our communities. They support democracy and help deliver vital public services. The local audit system covers a wide range of public sector bodies (including local authorities, police, fire and National Health Service bodies). An effective and efficient external audit system is vital to ensure transparency and accountability for billions of pounds of public funds. This government is driving a major overhaul of the local audit system by leading one of the most ambitious and wide-reaching reform programmes in over a decade. These efforts mark a decisive shift toward modernising a broken system that has struggled with complexity, fragmentation and capacity challenges. The scale of the problem has been epitomised by the backlog of outstanding unaudited accounts, which led to a paralysis of local audit prior to this government's decision action to tackle it. The problems in local government financial reporting and the backlog in unaudited accounts has regrettably led to the disclaimer on the Whole of Government Accounts for both 2022/23 and 2023/24, and a general loss of public accountability and trust in the system. As part of our overhaul of the local audit system, we are launching the new Local Audit Office. The Local Audit Office will: Play a critical role in ensuring the effective delivery of reforms, strengthening accountability, securing better value for money for taxpayers, and supporting long-term economic growth. Reduce the complexity of the current arrangements, improve coordination across the system and improve capacity and capability. Oversee and coordinate the auditing of local public bodies to promote effective, value for money and timely local audit, and to put the system back onto a secure and reliable footing. Rebuild transparency, accountability and public trust, restoring a crucial part of the early warning system for authorities facing potential failure and challenge. The Local Audit Office's development will be an iterative process, and its functions will develop over time to fulfil its long-term vision. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government is seeking five highly-skilled and experienced Non-Executive Directors to join the Local Audit Office Board to play a crucial role in the establishment and running of this new organisation. These high-profile roles will provide independent oversight and strategic guidance to ensure the Office operates with the highest standards of governance and accountability. The roles will also provide advice, challenge and support to the Chair, Controller of Local Audit and executive management regarding the Office's operations, development and implementation of its strategic direction, core functions and delivery priorities, ensuring that the organisation delivers value for money. This is an exciting opportunity to make significant impacts and help establish the new Local Audit Office as a crucial part of the wider reforms to local audit sector. You will be at the heart of a bold and ambitious mission to transform the local audit system. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact for communities and taxpayers across the country. If you believe you have the experience and skills we are seeking, we would like to encourage you to consider applying to help the government tackle the challenges and rebuild the system. Full details of the role, responsibilities and commitments are set out in this advert, and we hope you will decide to apply. We want to receive applications from a wide range of individuals; we welcome candidates from traditionally under-represented groups, including those from an ethnic minority background. Key responsibilities Governance and oversight: As part of the Local Audit Office Board, provide independent oversight and constructive challenge to the Controller of Local Audit and the Local Audit Office's executive management to support the establishment of the Local Audit Office, delivery milestones, and strategic long-term direction of the organisation, ensuring alignment with the Local Audit Office's overarching statutory objectives and the Secretary of State's strategic vision for the Local Audit Office. Contribute to the work of any Local Audit Office sub-committees, as well as the main Board. Provide additional scrutiny, external expertise and discipline to promote transparent decision-making of the Local Audit Office Board and bring insight from your wider experience to inform and shape the strategic thinking of the Local Audit Office. Promote the highest standards of governance and accountability in the management of the operations of the Local Audit Office, ensuring it is consistent with statutory requirements and best practice. Support the establishment of the Local Audit Office's key functions at pace to ensure the Local Audit Office can demonstrably achieve its objectives in the short term and medium term. Actively participate in board meetings and relevant sub-committees, contributing to informed decision-making processes. Support the Board in maintaining the operational independence of the Local Audit Office, while also maintaining the confidence of Ministers that the Local Audit Office is delivering its statutory functions effectively and efficiently, and in line with overarching government policy. Stakeholder engagement: Represent the organisation at external events and stakeholder engagements, fostering positive relationships and promoting the organisation's interests. Act as an advocate to champion the profile of local audit across the broader corporate audit and regulatory landscape, both in the UK and internationally. Regulatory compliance, risk and performance monitoring: Monitor the performance of the executive team and the Local Audit Office, providing reporting, feedback and guidance as necessary. Ensure effective risk management practices are in place, identifying and addressing potential risks to the Local Audit Office. Ensure the Local Audit Office complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards, maintaining high levels of corporate governance. Provide oversight of the Local Audit Office's use of resources, providing challenge and advice to the decision-making process. Essential criteria Proven board level in non-executive director/ senior leadership experience in large and complex public or private sector organisations (or third sectors, (either in the UK or overseas, or both). Strong knowledge of public sector governance, audit, risk and financial oversight experience, organisational development, transformation and monitoring performance. Demonstrates excellent strategic thinking and independent, objective judgement by assessing complex issues, identifying key risks and mitigations, and supporting board decisions that improve accountability and value for money. Political astuteness and understanding of local and national government/ Parliament, and the context of the Local Audit Office's work and Parliamentary accountability. Strong communication, influencing, and relationship management skills. Desirable criteria: Strong understanding of the policy and regulatory framework for local financial reporting and local audit, supported by relevant professional qualifications(e.g. accountancy, law, business administration), and experience of working within local audit bodies, audit suppliers or regulators would be an advantage. Experience of establishing or working within arm's length bodies, and of leading or overseeing regulatory transformation, including tackling complex systemwide issues, holding executives to account, and delivering sustainable, long-term reforms in the public interest.
Service Manager (Planning, Development and Enforcement) 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. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As an upper tier Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions and are progressing the Spatial Development Strategy for Greater Essex in partnership with Essex County Council and Thurrock Council. The Council has an ambitious regeneration agenda and is the location of choice for developers, attracted by the City's excellent connectivity and built and natural environment. Our economy is diverse with a strong entrepreneurial ethos, blending tourism, creative industries and advanced manufacturing and the Planning service plays a proactive role, helping to deliver economic growth, regeneration and new homes. Your new role Southend-on-Sea City Council is an ambitious unitary authority shaping a growing coastal city. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Service Manager to lead our Development Management and Planning Enforcement service at a pivotal time of change, growth and transformation. As Service Manager, you will provide strong operational and professional leadership to the Council's Development Management and Planning Enforcement functions, ensuring high-quality, timely and legally robust planning decisions. You will oversee planning applications, enforcement activity and appeals, including decision-making under delegated powers and presenting clear recommendations to the Planning Committee. This role offers a rare opportunity to help shape the future of planning services during a period of local government reorganisation. You will play a key role in working towards the alignment and integration of planning services across three authorities, helping to develop consistent approaches and systems, a shared culture and a strong, unified service that supports growth, regeneration and high-quality place-making across the wider area. You will lead pre-application advice, complex enforcement cases, planning appeals and court proceedings, working closely with councillors, developers, statutory bodies and local communities. You will also manage budgets, commission specialist consultants, secure Section 106 and Community Infrastructure Levy contributions, develop and inspire professional teams, and deputise for the Director of Planning when required. This is a highly influential leadership role with real scope to drive positive change and leave a lasting legacy. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring significant senior-level experience in development management and planning enforcement, with a strong understanding of planning legislation, policy, appeals and committee processes. You will be an experienced leader with the credibility to operate confidently in a political environment, manage complex stakeholder relationships and guide teams through change. Strong communication skills, sound judgement, experience of budget management and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach are essential. A full and clean driving licence, access to your own car would be ideal as you need to be able to travel efficiently across the borough and wider Essex as required. To be considered for this role, you must be degree-qualified and eligible for full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or equivalent. What you'll get in return When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab. What you need to do now If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to make your application. Applications must be made with a supporting statement (not more than 4000 characters) setting out how you meet the criteria in the person specification. Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above, so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to. Advert closing date: Thursday 28th May 2026. Interview: Week commencing 15th June The Council is an equal opportunities' employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Service Manager (Planning, Development and Enforcement) 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. Working for Southend-on-Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work-life balance. As an upper tier Unitary Authority, we are responsible for all local government functions and are progressing the Spatial Development Strategy for Greater Essex in partnership with Essex County Council and Thurrock Council. The Council has an ambitious regeneration agenda and is the location of choice for developers, attracted by the City's excellent connectivity and built and natural environment. Our economy is diverse with a strong entrepreneurial ethos, blending tourism, creative industries and advanced manufacturing and the Planning service plays a proactive role, helping to deliver economic growth, regeneration and new homes. Your new role Southend-on-Sea City Council is an ambitious unitary authority shaping a growing coastal city. We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Service Manager to lead our Development Management and Planning Enforcement service at a pivotal time of change, growth and transformation. As Service Manager, you will provide strong operational and professional leadership to the Council's Development Management and Planning Enforcement functions, ensuring high-quality, timely and legally robust planning decisions. You will oversee planning applications, enforcement activity and appeals, including decision-making under delegated powers and presenting clear recommendations to the Planning Committee. This role offers a rare opportunity to help shape the future of planning services during a period of local government reorganisation. You will play a key role in working towards the alignment and integration of planning services across three authorities, helping to develop consistent approaches and systems, a shared culture and a strong, unified service that supports growth, regeneration and high-quality place-making across the wider area. You will lead pre-application advice, complex enforcement cases, planning appeals and court proceedings, working closely with councillors, developers, statutory bodies and local communities. You will also manage budgets, commission specialist consultants, secure Section 106 and Community Infrastructure Levy contributions, develop and inspire professional teams, and deputise for the Director of Planning when required. This is a highly influential leadership role with real scope to drive positive change and leave a lasting legacy. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will bring significant senior-level experience in development management and planning enforcement, with a strong understanding of planning legislation, policy, appeals and committee processes. You will be an experienced leader with the credibility to operate confidently in a political environment, manage complex stakeholder relationships and guide teams through change. Strong communication skills, sound judgement, experience of budget management and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach are essential. A full and clean driving licence, access to your own car would be ideal as you need to be able to travel efficiently across the borough and wider Essex as required. To be considered for this role, you must be degree-qualified and eligible for full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or equivalent. What you'll get in return When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab. What you need to do now If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to make your application. Applications must be made with a supporting statement (not more than 4000 characters) setting out how you meet the criteria in the person specification. Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above, so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to. Advert closing date: Thursday 28th May 2026. Interview: Week commencing 15th June The Council is an equal opportunities' employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.
Head of Policy and Public Affairs (Devolved Nations) £59,640 pa plus excellent benefits Home-based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland 35 hours per week, full-time Permanent The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking an experienced and strategic policy and public affairs leader to head our devolved nations policy and public affairs function. This is a high-profile leadership role with a unique opportunity to influence policy, advocate for children and young people, and drive improvements in child health outcomes across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Reporting to the Associate Director of Policy and External Affairs and sitting on the Membership, Policy and External Affairs Divisional Management Team, you will lead the College's policy and public affairs activity across the devolved nations. You will develop and deliver impactful advocacy strategies, build strong relationships with governments and policymakers, and ensure the College's voice is heard on the issues that matter most to paediatricians, children and young people. You will provide leadership to a team of Policy and Public Affairs Managers and work closely with College Officers, members, committees and colleagues across the organisation to maximise the College's influence and impact. Key responsibilities include: Leading the strategic planning and prioritisation of RCPCH policy and public affairs activities across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Developing and delivering influential public affairs and advocacy strategies to support the College's policy priorities Providing expert advice on child health, healthcare delivery, workforce, public health and safeguarding policy across the devolved nations Managing and developing a team of three Policy and Public Affairs Managers Overseeing the production of high-quality policy reports, consultation responses, briefings and stakeholder communications Building and maintaining effective relationships with governments, policymakers, Royal Colleges, health bodies and external partners Working collaboratively with the Health Policy, Media and Public Affairs, Membership and Education teams to align priorities and maximise impact Supporting Devolved Nations Officers and committees to advocate effectively on behalf of members Leading the identification of opportunities to raise the College's profile and influence policy development Managing a budget of approximately £60,000 and ensuring effective use of resources Essential skills and experience include: Degree-level qualification, postgraduate qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience Strong understanding of the UK political and health policy landscape, particularly within Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Significant experience leading policy development and public affairs activity Proven experience producing and overseeing policy reports, consultation responses and briefing materials Demonstrable success in delivering public affairs campaigns with measurable impact Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior political, policy and clinical audiences Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages for different audiences and channels Strong leadership and people management experience Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes Experience of budget management, planning and forecasting Desirable: Experience leading policy development relating to health services, children's services or child health Experience working within healthcare, children's services or public sector organisations Experience working within a membership organisation or professional body The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows worldwide and employs around 200 staff across the UK. Our devolved nations teams play a vital role in ensuring that the needs of children and young people are represented at every level of government and policy-making. Our values - Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire - are central to everything we do. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation. We operate a flexible and modern hybrid working policy. While this role is home-based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, travel across the devolved nations and occasional travel elsewhere in the UK will be required. Closing date: 24 June 2026.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Head of Policy and Public Affairs (Devolved Nations) £59,640 pa plus excellent benefits Home-based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland 35 hours per week, full-time Permanent The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking an experienced and strategic policy and public affairs leader to head our devolved nations policy and public affairs function. This is a high-profile leadership role with a unique opportunity to influence policy, advocate for children and young people, and drive improvements in child health outcomes across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Reporting to the Associate Director of Policy and External Affairs and sitting on the Membership, Policy and External Affairs Divisional Management Team, you will lead the College's policy and public affairs activity across the devolved nations. You will develop and deliver impactful advocacy strategies, build strong relationships with governments and policymakers, and ensure the College's voice is heard on the issues that matter most to paediatricians, children and young people. You will provide leadership to a team of Policy and Public Affairs Managers and work closely with College Officers, members, committees and colleagues across the organisation to maximise the College's influence and impact. Key responsibilities include: Leading the strategic planning and prioritisation of RCPCH policy and public affairs activities across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Developing and delivering influential public affairs and advocacy strategies to support the College's policy priorities Providing expert advice on child health, healthcare delivery, workforce, public health and safeguarding policy across the devolved nations Managing and developing a team of three Policy and Public Affairs Managers Overseeing the production of high-quality policy reports, consultation responses, briefings and stakeholder communications Building and maintaining effective relationships with governments, policymakers, Royal Colleges, health bodies and external partners Working collaboratively with the Health Policy, Media and Public Affairs, Membership and Education teams to align priorities and maximise impact Supporting Devolved Nations Officers and committees to advocate effectively on behalf of members Leading the identification of opportunities to raise the College's profile and influence policy development Managing a budget of approximately £60,000 and ensuring effective use of resources Essential skills and experience include: Degree-level qualification, postgraduate qualification or equivalent relevant professional experience Strong understanding of the UK political and health policy landscape, particularly within Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Significant experience leading policy development and public affairs activity Proven experience producing and overseeing policy reports, consultation responses and briefing materials Demonstrable success in delivering public affairs campaigns with measurable impact Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior political, policy and clinical audiences Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages for different audiences and channels Strong leadership and people management experience Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes Experience of budget management, planning and forecasting Desirable: Experience leading policy development relating to health services, children's services or child health Experience working within healthcare, children's services or public sector organisations Experience working within a membership organisation or professional body The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows worldwide and employs around 200 staff across the UK. Our devolved nations teams play a vital role in ensuring that the needs of children and young people are represented at every level of government and policy-making. Our values - Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire - are central to everything we do. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation. We operate a flexible and modern hybrid working policy. While this role is home-based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, travel across the devolved nations and occasional travel elsewhere in the UK will be required. Closing date: 24 June 2026.
Are you a values led individual with strategic expertise and insight gained within the private property sector? The Property Ombudsman (TPO) provides an impartial and independent Ombudsman service, helping to resolve disputes between consumers and property professionals. We provide an Ombudsman service in the property professional sector and as a not-for-profit organisation, we have been providing this service since 1990. We are on a journey of transformation, which has seen us make incredible strides in the last 18 months, both in terms of our service to our consumers and member businesses, as well as building our relationships with our key external stakeholders. We are a small, highly focussed, influential, and friendly organisation and this is an exciting time to join us, with a real opportunity to support our organisation through the next stage of our evolution. We have a key and exciting opportunity for a Non-Executive Director (NED) to join our Board. Our Board is made up of Members from a range of backgrounds, with both Independent Members, including those with a consumer focus, as well as Industry members. The role we are looking to fill currently is for an Industry member. Our Non-Executive Directors are appointed to provide strategic, independent, and constructive challenge to enable the Board and TPO to achieve its aims and responsibilities. As one of our NEDs, you will provide strategic insight as well as expert advice and oversight, based on your knowledge and experience. Ideally this will have been gained in a property agency environment, where you have demonstrated an ethos of customer centricity and expertise in enabling organisational growth. Industry NED role For this role we are looking for someone with strong experience of, and excellent insight into, the private property sector with a particular emphasis on the agency market. Someone not only with expert knowledge of the property agency sector, and the challenges that will face the sector over the coming years, but who can see those challenges through the lens of an independent Ombudsman/ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) organisation. Alongside this experience we are searching for an exceptional values-led individual, with a strong commercial mindset and a track record of helping organisations develop key strategic partnerships to aid growth. The role of a Board Member at TPO As a member of our Board, you will be expected to: Ensure the independence of The Property Ombudsman Oversee the development of our organisational strategic direction and objectives, considering external environmental factors that could impact on the achievement of those objectives. Provide constructive challenge to the CEO, Chief Ombudsman and the Executive team as they seek to deliver TPO's strategic objectives. Contribute to the governance of TPO by ensuring that the organisation is sufficiently funded and well run to deliver the Ombudsman service through independent oversight of operational effectiveness, risk management and financial efficiency. Ensuring that high standards of corporate governance are observed at all times. Act as an ambassador of TPO at all times to raise awareness of the Scheme amongst stakeholders, industry, and consumers. Developing and maintaining high-level relations with TPO's key stakeholders, including those influencing the shape of the property redress landscape to drive forward the organisation's strategic objectives. Main duties of our NEDs: To attend quarterly Board meetings and meetings of the committees and forums as appropriate. To always represent TPO's interests in the wider external landscape. To sit on at least one of our committees or forums; Finance Performance and Compliance Committee, People Committee or our Industry and/or Consumer Forum. To make decisions in the best interests of the Scheme in conjunction with, and based on recommendations from the CEO, Chief Ombudsman and the Executive team. To consider and approve the TPO annual financial budget. To ensure appropriate governance and internal controls are in place to minimise risks to the operation of the Scheme and support the achievement of its strategic objectives. As a successful NED you are likely to have some of the following: Experience of operating in or exposure to a political environment with experience in an industry which can draw strong parallels with TPO. e.g., Property ADR, or Redress related organisations. Experience of operating at Board level, or at a relevant strategic level, or equivalent in the public or private sector (or both). With experience of financial oversight, corporate governance, and management of risk. Experience of providing strategic and commercial insight in whatever roles you have undertaken. Experience as a leader with proven success leading within organisations that have driven high performing, commercial and consumer focused cultures. The ability to build strong relationships at all levels and be able to comfortably engage with ministers, officials, and industry sector stakeholders as a TPO ambassador. The ability to think logically and objectively to identify key issues/implications, make balanced judgments and effective decisions. Effective communication skills, with the ability to offer challenge in a constructive, straightforward, and open manner on a range of issues necessary to achieve our aims and be able to connect with people effectively at all levels. Solid commitment to high ethical standards of integrity and honesty and an understanding of the value and importance of the role TPO plays in the sector. Experience of working in organisations that have demonstrated commitment to building inclusive and diverse workforces and a strong appetite to support TPO in the delivery of our objectives in this area. The ability to drive innovation and transformation and experience of guiding or leading organisations through change programmes. Experience of multi-site dispersed, or remote working organisations would be welcomed. We are committed to appointing on merit with independent assessments, openness, and transparency of process. We are also committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities and those that are currently under-represented on our Board. To apply, please email your CV, together with a covering letter, stating which role you wish to be considered for, via the button below. Should you have difficulty in responding electronically, please call Ian Bassett, People Director on to discuss alternative application arrangements. Please also nominate two referees who may be contacted if you are shortlisted for interview. A conflict-of-interest form will be sent out to all candidates on receipt of their application.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Are you a values led individual with strategic expertise and insight gained within the private property sector? The Property Ombudsman (TPO) provides an impartial and independent Ombudsman service, helping to resolve disputes between consumers and property professionals. We provide an Ombudsman service in the property professional sector and as a not-for-profit organisation, we have been providing this service since 1990. We are on a journey of transformation, which has seen us make incredible strides in the last 18 months, both in terms of our service to our consumers and member businesses, as well as building our relationships with our key external stakeholders. We are a small, highly focussed, influential, and friendly organisation and this is an exciting time to join us, with a real opportunity to support our organisation through the next stage of our evolution. We have a key and exciting opportunity for a Non-Executive Director (NED) to join our Board. Our Board is made up of Members from a range of backgrounds, with both Independent Members, including those with a consumer focus, as well as Industry members. The role we are looking to fill currently is for an Industry member. Our Non-Executive Directors are appointed to provide strategic, independent, and constructive challenge to enable the Board and TPO to achieve its aims and responsibilities. As one of our NEDs, you will provide strategic insight as well as expert advice and oversight, based on your knowledge and experience. Ideally this will have been gained in a property agency environment, where you have demonstrated an ethos of customer centricity and expertise in enabling organisational growth. Industry NED role For this role we are looking for someone with strong experience of, and excellent insight into, the private property sector with a particular emphasis on the agency market. Someone not only with expert knowledge of the property agency sector, and the challenges that will face the sector over the coming years, but who can see those challenges through the lens of an independent Ombudsman/ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) organisation. Alongside this experience we are searching for an exceptional values-led individual, with a strong commercial mindset and a track record of helping organisations develop key strategic partnerships to aid growth. The role of a Board Member at TPO As a member of our Board, you will be expected to: Ensure the independence of The Property Ombudsman Oversee the development of our organisational strategic direction and objectives, considering external environmental factors that could impact on the achievement of those objectives. Provide constructive challenge to the CEO, Chief Ombudsman and the Executive team as they seek to deliver TPO's strategic objectives. Contribute to the governance of TPO by ensuring that the organisation is sufficiently funded and well run to deliver the Ombudsman service through independent oversight of operational effectiveness, risk management and financial efficiency. Ensuring that high standards of corporate governance are observed at all times. Act as an ambassador of TPO at all times to raise awareness of the Scheme amongst stakeholders, industry, and consumers. Developing and maintaining high-level relations with TPO's key stakeholders, including those influencing the shape of the property redress landscape to drive forward the organisation's strategic objectives. Main duties of our NEDs: To attend quarterly Board meetings and meetings of the committees and forums as appropriate. To always represent TPO's interests in the wider external landscape. To sit on at least one of our committees or forums; Finance Performance and Compliance Committee, People Committee or our Industry and/or Consumer Forum. To make decisions in the best interests of the Scheme in conjunction with, and based on recommendations from the CEO, Chief Ombudsman and the Executive team. To consider and approve the TPO annual financial budget. To ensure appropriate governance and internal controls are in place to minimise risks to the operation of the Scheme and support the achievement of its strategic objectives. As a successful NED you are likely to have some of the following: Experience of operating in or exposure to a political environment with experience in an industry which can draw strong parallels with TPO. e.g., Property ADR, or Redress related organisations. Experience of operating at Board level, or at a relevant strategic level, or equivalent in the public or private sector (or both). With experience of financial oversight, corporate governance, and management of risk. Experience of providing strategic and commercial insight in whatever roles you have undertaken. Experience as a leader with proven success leading within organisations that have driven high performing, commercial and consumer focused cultures. The ability to build strong relationships at all levels and be able to comfortably engage with ministers, officials, and industry sector stakeholders as a TPO ambassador. The ability to think logically and objectively to identify key issues/implications, make balanced judgments and effective decisions. Effective communication skills, with the ability to offer challenge in a constructive, straightforward, and open manner on a range of issues necessary to achieve our aims and be able to connect with people effectively at all levels. Solid commitment to high ethical standards of integrity and honesty and an understanding of the value and importance of the role TPO plays in the sector. Experience of working in organisations that have demonstrated commitment to building inclusive and diverse workforces and a strong appetite to support TPO in the delivery of our objectives in this area. The ability to drive innovation and transformation and experience of guiding or leading organisations through change programmes. Experience of multi-site dispersed, or remote working organisations would be welcomed. We are committed to appointing on merit with independent assessments, openness, and transparency of process. We are also committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities and those that are currently under-represented on our Board. To apply, please email your CV, together with a covering letter, stating which role you wish to be considered for, via the button below. Should you have difficulty in responding electronically, please call Ian Bassett, People Director on to discuss alternative application arrangements. Please also nominate two referees who may be contacted if you are shortlisted for interview. A conflict-of-interest form will be sent out to all candidates on receipt of their application.
Position: Head of Experience Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week Contract: Permanent Location: Office-based in London N4, with flexibility to work remotely Salary: £65,118 per annum plus excellent benefits Salary Band and Job Family: Band 4 About the Employer This charity makes sure that people living with MS are at the centre of everything they do. And it's this commitment that unites them across the UK. Their strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told them is important to them. It gives the organisation a clear and determined focus. Their work is based on the hopes and aspirations of the MS community. Together they campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information. This organisation's people are their greatest asset and the key to their success. They offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference. About this job The Head of Experience is a senior cross-organisational leadership role building and leading a new Experience function at the heart of the Engagement and Income Generation directorate. It exists to change how the organisation understands and responds to the people it exists for. That means identifying where experiences can be improved and creating the conditions to act on it. The postholder will drive cross-functional collaboration so that audience insight and data consistently inform strategic decisions. They will create the systems and governance that turn insight into action across the breadth of MS experience. The postholder is accountable for driving measurable improvements in how audiences experience every interaction with the organisation. This builds the conditions for integrated, audience-led engagement at scale, in service of delivering greater impact and sustainable income. Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Thursday 18th June 2026 Interested? Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage. Equal Opportunities This employer particularly welcomes applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds. Disability Confident Employer Our client is a Disability Confident Employer and they are committed to promoting equality and diversity. You will be able to ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both their recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes. If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, you will be able to contact the employer to discuss this. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format. More about their employee benefits: This employer has a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): Encouraging work life balance 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and them) Flexible working options Caring for you and your family Generous sick pay entitlement More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis Enhanced leave for new parents Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year) 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 10 days paid carers' leave a year, pro-rata for part-time Cycle to work scheme Death in service scheme New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave: in the event of miscarriage or still birth to support fertility treatments for antenatal appointments for both parents Thinking about your finances Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing Enriching your life at work Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely Various opportunities to influence how this organisation internally operates (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for the charity's activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal working hours Safeguarding This employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses their services and they come into contact with. This is regardless of: Gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy, gender reassignment. They recognise their particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected. They have measures in place to protect everyone they come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds. Your right to work in the UK You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with this organisation. You'll need to share documents showing you're eligible to work in the UK if they offer you employment. You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. They currently don't have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren't able to support you with your visa applications. No agencies please.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
Position: Head of Experience Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week Contract: Permanent Location: Office-based in London N4, with flexibility to work remotely Salary: £65,118 per annum plus excellent benefits Salary Band and Job Family: Band 4 About the Employer This charity makes sure that people living with MS are at the centre of everything they do. And it's this commitment that unites them across the UK. Their strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told them is important to them. It gives the organisation a clear and determined focus. Their work is based on the hopes and aspirations of the MS community. Together they campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information. This organisation's people are their greatest asset and the key to their success. They offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference. About this job The Head of Experience is a senior cross-organisational leadership role building and leading a new Experience function at the heart of the Engagement and Income Generation directorate. It exists to change how the organisation understands and responds to the people it exists for. That means identifying where experiences can be improved and creating the conditions to act on it. The postholder will drive cross-functional collaboration so that audience insight and data consistently inform strategic decisions. They will create the systems and governance that turn insight into action across the breadth of MS experience. The postholder is accountable for driving measurable improvements in how audiences experience every interaction with the organisation. This builds the conditions for integrated, audience-led engagement at scale, in service of delivering greater impact and sustainable income. Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Thursday 18th June 2026 Interested? Please click 'Apply' and follow the job board process. You will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further information on how to apply for the role. Please note that although you may be asked by the job board to upload a CV, you are not applying at this stage. Equal Opportunities This employer particularly welcomes applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds. Disability Confident Employer Our client is a Disability Confident Employer and they are committed to promoting equality and diversity. You will be able to ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both their recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes. If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, you will be able to contact the employer to discuss this. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format. More about their employee benefits: This employer has a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): Encouraging work life balance 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and them) Flexible working options Caring for you and your family Generous sick pay entitlement More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis Enhanced leave for new parents Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year) 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 10 days paid carers' leave a year, pro-rata for part-time Cycle to work scheme Death in service scheme New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave: in the event of miscarriage or still birth to support fertility treatments for antenatal appointments for both parents Thinking about your finances Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing Enriching your life at work Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely Various opportunities to influence how this organisation internally operates (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for the charity's activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal working hours Safeguarding This employer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses their services and they come into contact with. This is regardless of: Gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, pregnancy, gender reassignment. They recognise their particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected. They have measures in place to protect everyone they come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds. Your right to work in the UK You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with this organisation. You'll need to share documents showing you're eligible to work in the UK if they offer you employment. You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. They currently don't have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren't able to support you with your visa applications. No agencies please.
Independent Healthcare Providers Network (IHPN) Limited
City Of Westminster, London
DIRECTOR OF REGULATION IHPN is the membership network for independent healthcare providers. We play a leading role in the sector by bringing independent providers together, representing their interests, and supporting them to deliver great care to patients. Our vision is for a thriving independent healthcare sector delivering great care to NHS and private patients. We are seeking to appoint a Director of Regulation to join the IHPN team in November 2026. PURPOSE The Director of Regulation leads all aspects of IHPN's regulatory work programme with a particular emphasis on, but not limited to, the regulation of clinical services. As part of the organisation's senior management team, the Director of Regulation will be responsible for ensuring successful completion of the organisation's regulatory annual business plan objectives and leading the team's regulation function. IHPN members work within a heavily regulated sector across all four nations of the UK. IHPN supports them by working with regulators to help positively influence the regulatory environment, as well as to ensure that members are well-placed to deliver the highest standards of safety and quality. In recent years this has included important work on behalf of members to strengthen clinical governance and information sharing and improve consistency across the sector. The Director works closely with our members to lead the regulation function and influencing programmes and has an excellent understanding of the regulatory issues which affect all IHPN members across the UK in terms of the NHS and private pay sectors. The Director builds relationships at a senior level across the health system and proactively identifies opportunities to progress the sector's interests. They also take responsibility for ensuring that budget targets are met. The post involves line management responsibilities. The Director of Regulation leads the Network's work with national system and professional healthcare regulators and medical royal colleges including, but not limited to, the Care Quality Commission, NHS England's patient safety and clinical functions, the Department of Health and Social Care, General Medical Council, Royal Colleges and devolved governments and regulators. The postholder is entirely responsible for IHPN's Regulation function, which involves developing and leading a compelling and high impact sector-wide programme of strategic and proactive regulatory affairs and influencing work that positions the independent healthcare sector as being proactive on the quality, governance and transparency agendas. ACCOUNTABILITIES Regulation Deliver Independent Healthcare Providers Network's regulatory business plan priorities and be accountable for the successful completion of all regulatory team objectives. This involves being a subject specialist in UK independent healthcare covering the entire range of sectors including acute, primary, community, clinical home healthcare, and diagnostics. It also requires close engagement with members at Board level to understand members' regulatory affairs challenges and to develop clear and focused solutions. Lead the team in developing a compelling and high impact programme of proactive regulatory affairs and sector-wide influencing work that positions the independent healthcare sector as being proactive on the quality and governance agenda and while at the same time enabling the sector to successfully address criticisms and external scrutiny. The postholder is able to manage large-scale, complex projects involving numerous stakeholders. Act as an external spokesperson for members and represent their views to regulators, civil servants, senior healthcare leaders, the media and other stakeholders as required. Be seen as a senior leader in the health and care system with a front facing role of speaking at conferences, presenting to public inquiries, parliamentary committees and commercial boards. Build influential relationships with key players in the health system, getting ahead of regulatory change and positioning the Network effectively to key stakeholders. This also involves developing and maintaining a wide perspective on the complex external regulatory, policy, political and fiscal changes that affect the UK healthcare market. Having sole autonomy and responsibility for the team, strategically evaluate the organisation's programme of regulatory guidance and external research to ensure that we are developing positive content with the power to inform and influence the debate on the regulation of independent healthcare providers. In particular, quality assuring all regulation work that goes out and ensuring that there is a clear strategic approach to all influencing and engagement work. Lead the Regulation aspect of the Network's annual Business Plan process including setting industry-wide objectives. Lead on all aspects of the Network's activities in the devolved nations. Leadership Assuming clear responsibility and accountability for all aspects of the job description with the IHPN Board, setting out clearly and concisely the work that is being done and how IHPN is addressing sector-wide challenges. Line management of the team and external consultants, ensuring staff are fully supported to discharge their duties, regularly appraised with learning and development opportunities identified and supported in their development. As part of the Senior Management Team, overseeing IHPN's budgeting process and ensuring strong budget management. Regulatory interface Being responsible and accountable for identifying a range of regulatory matters emerging from government and putting in place innovative and effective mechanisms to communicate those issues to members and to inform and influence their implementation. Take responsibility for building and maintaining relationships with all healthcare regulatory bodies including, but not limited to, the Care Quality Commission, NHS England, regulators and devolved nations regulators. CLOSING DATE: 9am on Monday 29th June INTERVIEWS: Monday 6th July, London (in-person) HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter by email via the button below. Please note that applications without a CV & covering letter will be rejected.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
DIRECTOR OF REGULATION IHPN is the membership network for independent healthcare providers. We play a leading role in the sector by bringing independent providers together, representing their interests, and supporting them to deliver great care to patients. Our vision is for a thriving independent healthcare sector delivering great care to NHS and private patients. We are seeking to appoint a Director of Regulation to join the IHPN team in November 2026. PURPOSE The Director of Regulation leads all aspects of IHPN's regulatory work programme with a particular emphasis on, but not limited to, the regulation of clinical services. As part of the organisation's senior management team, the Director of Regulation will be responsible for ensuring successful completion of the organisation's regulatory annual business plan objectives and leading the team's regulation function. IHPN members work within a heavily regulated sector across all four nations of the UK. IHPN supports them by working with regulators to help positively influence the regulatory environment, as well as to ensure that members are well-placed to deliver the highest standards of safety and quality. In recent years this has included important work on behalf of members to strengthen clinical governance and information sharing and improve consistency across the sector. The Director works closely with our members to lead the regulation function and influencing programmes and has an excellent understanding of the regulatory issues which affect all IHPN members across the UK in terms of the NHS and private pay sectors. The Director builds relationships at a senior level across the health system and proactively identifies opportunities to progress the sector's interests. They also take responsibility for ensuring that budget targets are met. The post involves line management responsibilities. The Director of Regulation leads the Network's work with national system and professional healthcare regulators and medical royal colleges including, but not limited to, the Care Quality Commission, NHS England's patient safety and clinical functions, the Department of Health and Social Care, General Medical Council, Royal Colleges and devolved governments and regulators. The postholder is entirely responsible for IHPN's Regulation function, which involves developing and leading a compelling and high impact sector-wide programme of strategic and proactive regulatory affairs and influencing work that positions the independent healthcare sector as being proactive on the quality, governance and transparency agendas. ACCOUNTABILITIES Regulation Deliver Independent Healthcare Providers Network's regulatory business plan priorities and be accountable for the successful completion of all regulatory team objectives. This involves being a subject specialist in UK independent healthcare covering the entire range of sectors including acute, primary, community, clinical home healthcare, and diagnostics. It also requires close engagement with members at Board level to understand members' regulatory affairs challenges and to develop clear and focused solutions. Lead the team in developing a compelling and high impact programme of proactive regulatory affairs and sector-wide influencing work that positions the independent healthcare sector as being proactive on the quality and governance agenda and while at the same time enabling the sector to successfully address criticisms and external scrutiny. The postholder is able to manage large-scale, complex projects involving numerous stakeholders. Act as an external spokesperson for members and represent their views to regulators, civil servants, senior healthcare leaders, the media and other stakeholders as required. Be seen as a senior leader in the health and care system with a front facing role of speaking at conferences, presenting to public inquiries, parliamentary committees and commercial boards. Build influential relationships with key players in the health system, getting ahead of regulatory change and positioning the Network effectively to key stakeholders. This also involves developing and maintaining a wide perspective on the complex external regulatory, policy, political and fiscal changes that affect the UK healthcare market. Having sole autonomy and responsibility for the team, strategically evaluate the organisation's programme of regulatory guidance and external research to ensure that we are developing positive content with the power to inform and influence the debate on the regulation of independent healthcare providers. In particular, quality assuring all regulation work that goes out and ensuring that there is a clear strategic approach to all influencing and engagement work. Lead the Regulation aspect of the Network's annual Business Plan process including setting industry-wide objectives. Lead on all aspects of the Network's activities in the devolved nations. Leadership Assuming clear responsibility and accountability for all aspects of the job description with the IHPN Board, setting out clearly and concisely the work that is being done and how IHPN is addressing sector-wide challenges. Line management of the team and external consultants, ensuring staff are fully supported to discharge their duties, regularly appraised with learning and development opportunities identified and supported in their development. As part of the Senior Management Team, overseeing IHPN's budgeting process and ensuring strong budget management. Regulatory interface Being responsible and accountable for identifying a range of regulatory matters emerging from government and putting in place innovative and effective mechanisms to communicate those issues to members and to inform and influence their implementation. Take responsibility for building and maintaining relationships with all healthcare regulatory bodies including, but not limited to, the Care Quality Commission, NHS England, regulators and devolved nations regulators. CLOSING DATE: 9am on Monday 29th June INTERVIEWS: Monday 6th July, London (in-person) HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter by email via the button below. Please note that applications without a CV & covering letter will be rejected.
UK Health, Safety & Environmental Manager The systems are built. The culture shift is next. Come in and make this role your own. About Joloda Hydraroll Joloda Hydraroll is a global specialist in loading automation and conveyor technology, with manufacturing and engineering operations across the UK. Based in Speke, Liverpool, they design and deliver systems that help household-name logistics and manufacturing clients move goods more efficiently. The team is practical, technically minded, and down to earth. The role This is the number one health and safety position for Joloda s UK operations, covering manufacturing, installation, field service, and office-based activity. Reporting to the Operations Director, your central objective is to continuously drive down accident frequency and severity rates across all areas of the business. You ll maintain and build on the management systems already in place, lead the cultural shift that gets everyone on board, and be the competent person the business relies on when regulators, insurers, or customers require it. The person before you built the structure from the ground up. Your job is to bring it to life and make the numbers move. What you'll do Maintain and continuously improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 across UK operations Lead incident investigations, RIDDOR reporting, and corrective action tracking Support manufacturing, installation, and field service teams with RAMS, permits, and site HSE requirements Manage relationships with the HSE, insurers, certification bodies, and key customers Chair Safety and Environmental Committee meetings and manage Management Reviews Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and briefings that people actually engage with Manage contractor assessment, approval, and on-site monitoring Continuously drive down accident frequency and severity rates in all areas What you'll bring Essential: Proven background in health and safety within manufacturing, engineering, or a similar industrial environment NEBOSH General Certificate Joloda can help you obtain diploma Direct experience dealing with the HSE, insurers, or external auditors Good working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation A fantastic communicator, with the ability to communicate at all levels Useful, not essential: NEBOSH Diploma, or actively working towards it Experience maintaining ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Multi-site HSE management experience Membership of IOSH, IIRSM, or IEMA Package & working arrangements Financial: £48,000 £55,000, depending on experience. Development : Joloda will sponsor NEBOSH Diploma study, with a clear path to a group-level role for the right person. Flexibility : Split your time between Speke and Anglesey. A company car is provided. Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays. Company pension included. Location : Speke, Liverpool, with weekly travel to Anglesey. Or Anglesey based with weekly travel to Speke. Contract : Permanent Full-time. How to apply If this sounds like the right next move, click to apply and we'll be in touch. Applications are reviewed as they come in.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
UK Health, Safety & Environmental Manager The systems are built. The culture shift is next. Come in and make this role your own. About Joloda Hydraroll Joloda Hydraroll is a global specialist in loading automation and conveyor technology, with manufacturing and engineering operations across the UK. Based in Speke, Liverpool, they design and deliver systems that help household-name logistics and manufacturing clients move goods more efficiently. The team is practical, technically minded, and down to earth. The role This is the number one health and safety position for Joloda s UK operations, covering manufacturing, installation, field service, and office-based activity. Reporting to the Operations Director, your central objective is to continuously drive down accident frequency and severity rates across all areas of the business. You ll maintain and build on the management systems already in place, lead the cultural shift that gets everyone on board, and be the competent person the business relies on when regulators, insurers, or customers require it. The person before you built the structure from the ground up. Your job is to bring it to life and make the numbers move. What you'll do Maintain and continuously improve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 across UK operations Lead incident investigations, RIDDOR reporting, and corrective action tracking Support manufacturing, installation, and field service teams with RAMS, permits, and site HSE requirements Manage relationships with the HSE, insurers, certification bodies, and key customers Chair Safety and Environmental Committee meetings and manage Management Reviews Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and briefings that people actually engage with Manage contractor assessment, approval, and on-site monitoring Continuously drive down accident frequency and severity rates in all areas What you'll bring Essential: Proven background in health and safety within manufacturing, engineering, or a similar industrial environment NEBOSH General Certificate Joloda can help you obtain diploma Direct experience dealing with the HSE, insurers, or external auditors Good working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation A fantastic communicator, with the ability to communicate at all levels Useful, not essential: NEBOSH Diploma, or actively working towards it Experience maintaining ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 Multi-site HSE management experience Membership of IOSH, IIRSM, or IEMA Package & working arrangements Financial: £48,000 £55,000, depending on experience. Development : Joloda will sponsor NEBOSH Diploma study, with a clear path to a group-level role for the right person. Flexibility : Split your time between Speke and Anglesey. A company car is provided. Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays. Company pension included. Location : Speke, Liverpool, with weekly travel to Anglesey. Or Anglesey based with weekly travel to Speke. Contract : Permanent Full-time. How to apply If this sounds like the right next move, click to apply and we'll be in touch. Applications are reviewed as they come in.