Your new company This is a forward-thinking and rapidly growing multi-academy trust with a strong commitment to ensuring high achievement and equal opportunities for every learner, with academies based in both Staffordshire and Greater Manchester. The trust oversees a diverse family of academies and is driven by the belief that no child's ambitions should be limited by background or ability. Its mission centres on raising aspirations, accelerating progress and enabling ambitious life goals for all pupils, underpinned by a values-led culture and a clear focus on quality, inclusion and consistency across its schools. As the trust continues to expand, digital leadership plays an increasingly critical role in supporting school improvement, operational excellence and learner outcomes. With a strong emphasis on school support, talent development and continuous improvement, the organisation is well-positioned for a senior digital leader to modernise systems, drive innovation from an AI perspective and shape a trust-wide digital transformation strategy. A Chief Digital Officer will join an ambitious Executive Leadership Team, committed to using technology to remove barriers, strengthen organisational capability and deliver consistently high standards across all academies. Your new role Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Digital Officer will lead the development and delivery of a trust-wide digital and IT strategy, setting clear priorities, investment plans and measurable outcomes. You will maintain oversight of the Trust's digital landscape, establishing a transformation roadmap and drive the transition to a coherent enterprise architecture across platforms, integrations and data flows, working closely with the wider team at head office and in individual academies. The role will champion innovation and modernisation across schools and central services while ensuring all technology decisions support educational priorities and safeguarding expectations. This includes providing strategic advice to the CEO and Trustees, overseeing core systems and infrastructure to ensure they are secure, resilient and scalable, and driving value for money through effective procurement and vendor management. You will lead the Trust's cyber-security strategy, embedding strong risk management, incident response and digital resilience, while promoting cyber awareness across the organisation. The Chief Digital Officer will also establish and embed a trust-wide data governance framework, ensuring high-quality, consistent and accessible data to support informed decision-making. They will take a responsible and forward-thinking approach to emerging technologies, with a strong emphasis on AI, identifying opportunities to enhance teaching, learning and organisational effectiveness. Working closely with education leaders, you will ensure digital platforms and tools meet the needs of schools and have a positive impact on teaching and learning, setting high standards trust-wide. As a Senior Executive leader, you will provide regular updates to the CEO and Board, lead major digital transformation programmes and support the professional development of IT and digital teams across the Trust. Please note this role does offer hybrid working, however you will need to have a weekly presence at the Head Office based in Staffordshire. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this role, you will be working at an executive level in relation to digital transformation, ideally with education sector experience. You will have spearheaded a digital transformation previously, working across multiple sites and working closely with a wider executive team to deliver change. Ownership of a digital or technology strategy will be essential, with experience developing and leading on cyber security and managing a team will be essential. From an individual perspective, you will have a passion for working in the education sector and understand the impact of technology on the education sector and on learners individually. What you'll get in return In return, you will be joining this executive leadership team where you will become an integral part of the organisation, all working together towards a common goal in this rewarding environment. You will receive a competitive salary of between £115,000 and £125,000 dependent on experience and will also receive a local government pension scheme and an attractive benefits package. This includes 33 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to a retail discount scheme, a cycle to work scheme and employee wellbeing platforms. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Your new company This is a forward-thinking and rapidly growing multi-academy trust with a strong commitment to ensuring high achievement and equal opportunities for every learner, with academies based in both Staffordshire and Greater Manchester. The trust oversees a diverse family of academies and is driven by the belief that no child's ambitions should be limited by background or ability. Its mission centres on raising aspirations, accelerating progress and enabling ambitious life goals for all pupils, underpinned by a values-led culture and a clear focus on quality, inclusion and consistency across its schools. As the trust continues to expand, digital leadership plays an increasingly critical role in supporting school improvement, operational excellence and learner outcomes. With a strong emphasis on school support, talent development and continuous improvement, the organisation is well-positioned for a senior digital leader to modernise systems, drive innovation from an AI perspective and shape a trust-wide digital transformation strategy. A Chief Digital Officer will join an ambitious Executive Leadership Team, committed to using technology to remove barriers, strengthen organisational capability and deliver consistently high standards across all academies. Your new role Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Digital Officer will lead the development and delivery of a trust-wide digital and IT strategy, setting clear priorities, investment plans and measurable outcomes. You will maintain oversight of the Trust's digital landscape, establishing a transformation roadmap and drive the transition to a coherent enterprise architecture across platforms, integrations and data flows, working closely with the wider team at head office and in individual academies. The role will champion innovation and modernisation across schools and central services while ensuring all technology decisions support educational priorities and safeguarding expectations. This includes providing strategic advice to the CEO and Trustees, overseeing core systems and infrastructure to ensure they are secure, resilient and scalable, and driving value for money through effective procurement and vendor management. You will lead the Trust's cyber-security strategy, embedding strong risk management, incident response and digital resilience, while promoting cyber awareness across the organisation. The Chief Digital Officer will also establish and embed a trust-wide data governance framework, ensuring high-quality, consistent and accessible data to support informed decision-making. They will take a responsible and forward-thinking approach to emerging technologies, with a strong emphasis on AI, identifying opportunities to enhance teaching, learning and organisational effectiveness. Working closely with education leaders, you will ensure digital platforms and tools meet the needs of schools and have a positive impact on teaching and learning, setting high standards trust-wide. As a Senior Executive leader, you will provide regular updates to the CEO and Board, lead major digital transformation programmes and support the professional development of IT and digital teams across the Trust. Please note this role does offer hybrid working, however you will need to have a weekly presence at the Head Office based in Staffordshire. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in securing this role, you will be working at an executive level in relation to digital transformation, ideally with education sector experience. You will have spearheaded a digital transformation previously, working across multiple sites and working closely with a wider executive team to deliver change. Ownership of a digital or technology strategy will be essential, with experience developing and leading on cyber security and managing a team will be essential. From an individual perspective, you will have a passion for working in the education sector and understand the impact of technology on the education sector and on learners individually. What you'll get in return In return, you will be joining this executive leadership team where you will become an integral part of the organisation, all working together towards a common goal in this rewarding environment. You will receive a competitive salary of between £115,000 and £125,000 dependent on experience and will also receive a local government pension scheme and an attractive benefits package. This includes 33 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and access to a retail discount scheme, a cycle to work scheme and employee wellbeing platforms. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Are you passionate about making a real difference and shaping the future of a growing and impactful charity? Kidz Klub Leeds is looking for an experienced Relationships and Communications Manager to drive the charity to new heights and help them reach more children in need across Leeds. I often feel up against it in the community, but Kidz Klub is one of the little pockets of sunshine. Since their launch in March 2000, Kidz Klub Leeds have worked with children in every area of their lives, in their communities, homes and schools. They currently work with 1250+ children and their families in the most deprived areas across Leeds each week. Kids Klub Leeds believes that children are the community changers and nation shakers and that their job is to help them to shine. The charity s vision is lasting transformation through the love of God for the most vulnerable children, their families and communities in Leeds. They work in partnership across the church, the city and beyond and are passionate about seeing those with the least, supported with the very best. The Role You will play a pivotal role in telling the Kidz Klub story, inspiring supporters and growing sustainable income. This is a hands-on role focusing on building authentic relationships and creatively communicating impact. As part of the supportive and passionate fundraising team, you will: Build a strong, consistent communications strategy and supporter journey. Strengthen relationships with partners, to deliver excellent supporter engagement. Grow individual giving income. Create compelling messaging that reflects the charity s mission, vision and values. The Person You should be experienced, with a proven track record in Individual Giving, communications, PR, marketing or digital. You will understand the power of storytelling and how to create meaningful engagement with supporters. You should: Have excellent storytelling skills (written, verbal and visual). Be highly organised, self motivated and have the ability to manage multiple projects. Be motivated by achieving targets and working in a results focused role. Have strong digital skills across social media, email marketing and online platforms. Perhaps most importantly, you should be passionate about making an impact, excited about the charity s mission and the children they serve. You should be committed to raising funds to enable the frontline work of Kidz Klub Leeds to take place and be a passionate ambassador for the charity. Kidz Klub Leeds is a faith based Christian Charity. Therefore, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practicing Christian, in order to be able to effectively communicate with Christian financial supporters as well as a wider support base. Why Kidz Klub Leeds? Kidz Klub Leeds is an inclusive place to work, with professional development and excellent support and wellbeing care in place for staff members. The Leadership Team and Trustees are highly supportive of the fundraising team and are actively involved. This is an extremely exciting time to join and contribute to the growth of this inspirational charity. They offer a great range of benefits including: Generous annual leave of 6 weeks, plus bank holidays 7% contribution of monthly pensionable salary, with minimum 2% employee contribution Bonus day of leave per 5 years worked scheme Wellbeing care Excellent team environment Professional development Please be aware this role is subject to our safer recruitment process which will include an enhanced DBS and references This role is permanent and full time however potential for a part time or term time only role for the right candidate. The role will include some out of office hours (e.g. some evenings and weekends for presentations and events) and travel will be required to events and to represent the charity. If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then do get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons. Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this. Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way. Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about making a real difference and shaping the future of a growing and impactful charity? Kidz Klub Leeds is looking for an experienced Relationships and Communications Manager to drive the charity to new heights and help them reach more children in need across Leeds. I often feel up against it in the community, but Kidz Klub is one of the little pockets of sunshine. Since their launch in March 2000, Kidz Klub Leeds have worked with children in every area of their lives, in their communities, homes and schools. They currently work with 1250+ children and their families in the most deprived areas across Leeds each week. Kids Klub Leeds believes that children are the community changers and nation shakers and that their job is to help them to shine. The charity s vision is lasting transformation through the love of God for the most vulnerable children, their families and communities in Leeds. They work in partnership across the church, the city and beyond and are passionate about seeing those with the least, supported with the very best. The Role You will play a pivotal role in telling the Kidz Klub story, inspiring supporters and growing sustainable income. This is a hands-on role focusing on building authentic relationships and creatively communicating impact. As part of the supportive and passionate fundraising team, you will: Build a strong, consistent communications strategy and supporter journey. Strengthen relationships with partners, to deliver excellent supporter engagement. Grow individual giving income. Create compelling messaging that reflects the charity s mission, vision and values. The Person You should be experienced, with a proven track record in Individual Giving, communications, PR, marketing or digital. You will understand the power of storytelling and how to create meaningful engagement with supporters. You should: Have excellent storytelling skills (written, verbal and visual). Be highly organised, self motivated and have the ability to manage multiple projects. Be motivated by achieving targets and working in a results focused role. Have strong digital skills across social media, email marketing and online platforms. Perhaps most importantly, you should be passionate about making an impact, excited about the charity s mission and the children they serve. You should be committed to raising funds to enable the frontline work of Kidz Klub Leeds to take place and be a passionate ambassador for the charity. Kidz Klub Leeds is a faith based Christian Charity. Therefore, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practicing Christian, in order to be able to effectively communicate with Christian financial supporters as well as a wider support base. Why Kidz Klub Leeds? Kidz Klub Leeds is an inclusive place to work, with professional development and excellent support and wellbeing care in place for staff members. The Leadership Team and Trustees are highly supportive of the fundraising team and are actively involved. This is an extremely exciting time to join and contribute to the growth of this inspirational charity. They offer a great range of benefits including: Generous annual leave of 6 weeks, plus bank holidays 7% contribution of monthly pensionable salary, with minimum 2% employee contribution Bonus day of leave per 5 years worked scheme Wellbeing care Excellent team environment Professional development Please be aware this role is subject to our safer recruitment process which will include an enhanced DBS and references This role is permanent and full time however potential for a part time or term time only role for the right candidate. The role will include some out of office hours (e.g. some evenings and weekends for presentations and events) and travel will be required to events and to represent the charity. If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then do get in touch. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Leanne or Jen at Charity Horizons. Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this. Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way. Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
Executive Head of Education £85,000 per annum Full time (35 hours) Hybrid - London (Clerkenwell) Charity People is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a biomedical science institute for a new Executive Head of Education , a pivotal executive level appointment at a time of cultural reset and strategic transformation. With over 20,000 members across 74 countries, the organisation is the leading professional body for biomedical science. Education sits at the heart of its charitable mission, and this role will be critical in shaping the future of professional standards, qualifications, and accreditation both in the UK and internationally. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Executive Head of Education will provide strategic leadership across their entire education portfolio, ensuring the institute continues to be recognised as an authoritative standard setter and HCPC approved education provider . This is a senior, hands on leadership role with responsibility for building trust, strengthening team culture, and leading a high performing, multidisciplinary Education Department through change. The postholder will work closely with the CEO, Council, trustees, committees and external stakeholders, influencing at the highest levels and playing a central role in the organisation's executive leadership. While the institute is rooted in biomedical science, the organisation is intentionally open minded about background . This appointment is about leadership, credibility and strategic education expertise rather than narrow technical specialism. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Education Department, including quality assurance, accreditation, qualifications, examinations and digital learning. Lead organisational and cultural change, setting clear direction and rebuilding confidence and engagement within the team. Act as senior lead for HCPC approved programmes, regulatory compliance, and UK and international degree accreditation. Advise the CEO, Council and committees on education strategy, regulation, policy and emerging sector developments. Work in close partnership with the Education & Professional Standards Committee to deliver strategy, standards and continuous improvement. Build strong relationships with academic institutions, regulators, professional bodies and other key stakeholders. Oversee education budgets and ensure robust governance, risk management and performance reporting. Represent the institute externally as a credible and authoritative voice on education and professional standards. Who We're Looking For The organisation is keen to hear from two broad but equally welcome groups of candidates : You may be a senior Biomedical Scientist with significant leadership experience, deep understanding of education, training and accreditation, and the confidence to operate at executive level. Or you may be a senior education leader from a life science, healthcare, medical or health related professional or membership organisation , royal college, regulator or education body, bringing transferable expertise, strong credibility and a sophisticated grasp of regulated professional education. Essential Criteria Proven experience in senior leadership , with a strong track record of people management, cultural leadership and delivery through change. Significant experience of education, training, accreditation or quality assurance within a regulated or professional context. Credibility operating at executive and trustee level, with the ability to influence, advise and challenge constructively. Strong understanding of professional standards, regulation and governance in healthcare, life science or adjacent sectors. Experience of committee work and managing complex stakeholder environments. Strategic thinking combined with delivery focus, sound judgement and excellent communication skills. Experience of managing budgets and operating within organisational governance frameworks. Desirable (but not essential) HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist. Direct experience of biomedical science, pathology or laboratory practice. Background in degree accreditation or higher education quality processes. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of professional education within a respected, values led membership organisation whose work underpins patient care across the UK and beyond. You will join a committed executive team and have genuine influence over strategy, standards and culture during a critical period of change. How to Apply Recruitment is being managed exclusively by Charity People to ensure a fair, transparent and externally led process. For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact Charity People with a CV and supporting statement addressing the role's leadership focus and your relevant experience. Interview Dates: First stage: 5th June 2026 Final stage: 22nd June 2026 Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Executive Head of Education £85,000 per annum Full time (35 hours) Hybrid - London (Clerkenwell) Charity People is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a biomedical science institute for a new Executive Head of Education , a pivotal executive level appointment at a time of cultural reset and strategic transformation. With over 20,000 members across 74 countries, the organisation is the leading professional body for biomedical science. Education sits at the heart of its charitable mission, and this role will be critical in shaping the future of professional standards, qualifications, and accreditation both in the UK and internationally. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, the Executive Head of Education will provide strategic leadership across their entire education portfolio, ensuring the institute continues to be recognised as an authoritative standard setter and HCPC approved education provider . This is a senior, hands on leadership role with responsibility for building trust, strengthening team culture, and leading a high performing, multidisciplinary Education Department through change. The postholder will work closely with the CEO, Council, trustees, committees and external stakeholders, influencing at the highest levels and playing a central role in the organisation's executive leadership. While the institute is rooted in biomedical science, the organisation is intentionally open minded about background . This appointment is about leadership, credibility and strategic education expertise rather than narrow technical specialism. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Education Department, including quality assurance, accreditation, qualifications, examinations and digital learning. Lead organisational and cultural change, setting clear direction and rebuilding confidence and engagement within the team. Act as senior lead for HCPC approved programmes, regulatory compliance, and UK and international degree accreditation. Advise the CEO, Council and committees on education strategy, regulation, policy and emerging sector developments. Work in close partnership with the Education & Professional Standards Committee to deliver strategy, standards and continuous improvement. Build strong relationships with academic institutions, regulators, professional bodies and other key stakeholders. Oversee education budgets and ensure robust governance, risk management and performance reporting. Represent the institute externally as a credible and authoritative voice on education and professional standards. Who We're Looking For The organisation is keen to hear from two broad but equally welcome groups of candidates : You may be a senior Biomedical Scientist with significant leadership experience, deep understanding of education, training and accreditation, and the confidence to operate at executive level. Or you may be a senior education leader from a life science, healthcare, medical or health related professional or membership organisation , royal college, regulator or education body, bringing transferable expertise, strong credibility and a sophisticated grasp of regulated professional education. Essential Criteria Proven experience in senior leadership , with a strong track record of people management, cultural leadership and delivery through change. Significant experience of education, training, accreditation or quality assurance within a regulated or professional context. Credibility operating at executive and trustee level, with the ability to influence, advise and challenge constructively. Strong understanding of professional standards, regulation and governance in healthcare, life science or adjacent sectors. Experience of committee work and managing complex stakeholder environments. Strategic thinking combined with delivery focus, sound judgement and excellent communication skills. Experience of managing budgets and operating within organisational governance frameworks. Desirable (but not essential) HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist. Direct experience of biomedical science, pathology or laboratory practice. Background in degree accreditation or higher education quality processes. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of professional education within a respected, values led membership organisation whose work underpins patient care across the UK and beyond. You will join a committed executive team and have genuine influence over strategy, standards and culture during a critical period of change. How to Apply Recruitment is being managed exclusively by Charity People to ensure a fair, transparent and externally led process. For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact Charity People with a CV and supporting statement addressing the role's leadership focus and your relevant experience. Interview Dates: First stage: 5th June 2026 Final stage: 22nd June 2026 Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Introduction At Gallagher Benefit Services, you're a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it's shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We're a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you're looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work, think of Gallagher. Overview Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for building strong client relationships and leading high performing teams? Do you have extensive experience in DB pensions administration or consultancy and a proven track record of delivering exceptional client service? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We're looking for a Head of Client Relations to join our Pensions Administration business. In this pivotal role, you'll shape and lead our client relationship strategy, ensuring trustee boards, corporate clients, and advisers receive outstanding service, proactive communication, and strategic partnership. How you'll make an impact Lead Strategic Client Relationships: Position our business as a trusted partner to trustees and sponsoring employers, driving a client centric culture across our teams. Inspire and Develop a High Performing Team: Lead, coach, and develop a team of Client Executives, fostering a culture of proactive relationship management and continuous improvement. Engage with Clients and Stakeholders: Build strong, strategic relationships with trustee boards, governance committees, employers, and advisers, while acting as the senior escalation point for complex issues. Champion Governance and Risk Management: Ensure robust governance structures, compliance, and risk management across client accounts. Drive Commercial Success: Support contract renewals, fee reviews, and new business opportunities while monitoring financial performance and improving profitability. Lead Transformation and Innovation: Identify and drive improvements in client experience, digital engagement, and service transparency. About You To succeed in this role, you'll need: Extensive experience in pensions administration or consultancy with significant client facing responsibilities. Proven leadership experience managing client facing teams. Strong knowledge of DB and/or DC pensions legislation, scheme governance, and operational processes. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Commercial acumen, including fee structures, contract management, and profitability. The ability to build trust quickly and maintain long standing strategic relationships. Desirable PMI qualifications or equivalent pensions training. Experience in transformation, digital client engagement, or service redesign. Knowledge of industry developments such as dashboards, GMP equalisation, and de risking activity. Why Join Us? At Gallagher Benefit Services, we're committed to delivering tailored and comprehensive insurance and risk management solutions. We invest in our people's health, financial well being, and career growth, aligning with their goals to create a thriving workplace. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact in the pensions administration space, we'd love to hear from you. Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to 'buy' extra days. Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to. Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top up to 10x. Income protection - we'll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up. Health cash plan or Private medical insurance. Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year. Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount. Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan. Critical illness cover. Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally. Season ticket loan. Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase. Emergency back up family care. And many more We value inclusion and diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long term health conditions or disabilities. We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don't worry, we're here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know. Should you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch with . If you'd prefer to speak on the phone, please request a call back, leaving details, so we get in touch. Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, colour, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as "protected characteristics") by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Introduction At Gallagher Benefit Services, you're a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it's shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We're a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you're looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work, think of Gallagher. Overview Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for building strong client relationships and leading high performing teams? Do you have extensive experience in DB pensions administration or consultancy and a proven track record of delivering exceptional client service? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We're looking for a Head of Client Relations to join our Pensions Administration business. In this pivotal role, you'll shape and lead our client relationship strategy, ensuring trustee boards, corporate clients, and advisers receive outstanding service, proactive communication, and strategic partnership. How you'll make an impact Lead Strategic Client Relationships: Position our business as a trusted partner to trustees and sponsoring employers, driving a client centric culture across our teams. Inspire and Develop a High Performing Team: Lead, coach, and develop a team of Client Executives, fostering a culture of proactive relationship management and continuous improvement. Engage with Clients and Stakeholders: Build strong, strategic relationships with trustee boards, governance committees, employers, and advisers, while acting as the senior escalation point for complex issues. Champion Governance and Risk Management: Ensure robust governance structures, compliance, and risk management across client accounts. Drive Commercial Success: Support contract renewals, fee reviews, and new business opportunities while monitoring financial performance and improving profitability. Lead Transformation and Innovation: Identify and drive improvements in client experience, digital engagement, and service transparency. About You To succeed in this role, you'll need: Extensive experience in pensions administration or consultancy with significant client facing responsibilities. Proven leadership experience managing client facing teams. Strong knowledge of DB and/or DC pensions legislation, scheme governance, and operational processes. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Commercial acumen, including fee structures, contract management, and profitability. The ability to build trust quickly and maintain long standing strategic relationships. Desirable PMI qualifications or equivalent pensions training. Experience in transformation, digital client engagement, or service redesign. Knowledge of industry developments such as dashboards, GMP equalisation, and de risking activity. Why Join Us? At Gallagher Benefit Services, we're committed to delivering tailored and comprehensive insurance and risk management solutions. We invest in our people's health, financial well being, and career growth, aligning with their goals to create a thriving workplace. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a real impact in the pensions administration space, we'd love to hear from you. Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to 'buy' extra days. Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to. Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top up to 10x. Income protection - we'll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up. Health cash plan or Private medical insurance. Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year. Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount. Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan. Critical illness cover. Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally. Season ticket loan. Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase. Emergency back up family care. And many more We value inclusion and diversity Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest. Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long term health conditions or disabilities. We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don't worry, we're here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know. Should you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch with . If you'd prefer to speak on the phone, please request a call back, leaving details, so we get in touch. Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities. Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, colour, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as "protected characteristics") by applicable federal, state or local laws. Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Caroline Chisholm School
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Caroline Chisholm School is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to appoint a Chief Finance Officer on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal leadership role within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, lead transformation, and support the school s evolution Caroline Chisholm School is a high-achieving, values-led all-through school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, staff engagement, and community impact. Already operating at a scale and complexity comparable to a multi-academy trust, the organisation is entering an exciting new phase of growth, with plans to expand into primary provision and formally develop as a MAT. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking leadership team and play a central role in driving financial sustainability, operational transformation, and long-term strategic growth. The role Partner with the Principal, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to develop and deliver a long-term financial strategy, supporting the school s growth ambitions. Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting across a complex and evolving organisation, ensuring strong financial control and sustainability. Take ownership of a significant transformation agenda, including digital system implementation (Bromcom), contract optimisation, and operational redesign. Support with the operational re-design of financial systems providing strategic oversight of major projects such as introduction of Bromcom for financial processes, ensuring robust due diligence, and stakeholder management. Act as a key advisor to Trustees, auditors and external stakeholders including the DfE and Local Authority. Drive value for money through effective procurement, contract negotiation and cost optimisation initiatives. Lead and develop the finance function, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and forward-thinking team culture. Support wider organisational leadership, overseeing linked operational areas including IT and educational visits. Identify opportunities for income generation, funding and financial innovation to support future growth. The organisation Caroline Chisholm School is a school with a strong ethos centred on kindness, curiosity and integrity. With a highly engaged workforce and a 96% positive staff survey rating, the school offers a collaborative and ambitious working environment. The organisation has successfully navigated recent financial pressures, delivering significant savings while maintaining educational excellence. With a clear financial sustainability plan in place and strong governance support, the school is now well positioned for its next phase of growth. Alongside this, a major digital and operational transformation programme is underway, modernising systems and infrastructure to support long-term efficiency and scalability. Essential criteria Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role within a complex organisation Strong track record of leading financial strategy, planning and reporting Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and driving financial sustainability Demonstrable experience leading transformation projects (systems, operations or organisational change) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and executive level Commercial mindset, with the ability to identify efficiencies and funding opportunities A collaborative and adaptable leadership style, aligned to a values-driven environment Apply now If you are a strategic and forward-thinking finance leader looking to make a tangible impact within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, we would love to hear from you. This role requires primarily on-site working during term time, with some flexibility available. Applications close on the 24th May but will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
May 10, 2026
Full time
Caroline Chisholm School is partnering with Robertson Bell on a retained basis to appoint a Chief Finance Officer on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal leadership role within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, offering the opportunity to shape financial strategy, lead transformation, and support the school s evolution Caroline Chisholm School is a high-achieving, values-led all-through school with a strong reputation for academic excellence, staff engagement, and community impact. Already operating at a scale and complexity comparable to a multi-academy trust, the organisation is entering an exciting new phase of growth, with plans to expand into primary provision and formally develop as a MAT. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking leadership team and play a central role in driving financial sustainability, operational transformation, and long-term strategic growth. The role Partner with the Principal, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team to develop and deliver a long-term financial strategy, supporting the school s growth ambitions. Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting across a complex and evolving organisation, ensuring strong financial control and sustainability. Take ownership of a significant transformation agenda, including digital system implementation (Bromcom), contract optimisation, and operational redesign. Support with the operational re-design of financial systems providing strategic oversight of major projects such as introduction of Bromcom for financial processes, ensuring robust due diligence, and stakeholder management. Act as a key advisor to Trustees, auditors and external stakeholders including the DfE and Local Authority. Drive value for money through effective procurement, contract negotiation and cost optimisation initiatives. Lead and develop the finance function, fostering a high-performing, collaborative and forward-thinking team culture. Support wider organisational leadership, overseeing linked operational areas including IT and educational visits. Identify opportunities for income generation, funding and financial innovation to support future growth. The organisation Caroline Chisholm School is a school with a strong ethos centred on kindness, curiosity and integrity. With a highly engaged workforce and a 96% positive staff survey rating, the school offers a collaborative and ambitious working environment. The organisation has successfully navigated recent financial pressures, delivering significant savings while maintaining educational excellence. With a clear financial sustainability plan in place and strong governance support, the school is now well positioned for its next phase of growth. Alongside this, a major digital and operational transformation programme is underway, modernising systems and infrastructure to support long-term efficiency and scalability. Essential criteria Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) Proven experience in a senior financial leadership role within a complex organisation Strong track record of leading financial strategy, planning and reporting Experience managing multi-million-pound budgets and driving financial sustainability Demonstrable experience leading transformation projects (systems, operations or organisational change) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at Board and executive level Commercial mindset, with the ability to identify efficiencies and funding opportunities A collaborative and adaptable leadership style, aligned to a values-driven environment Apply now If you are a strategic and forward-thinking finance leader looking to make a tangible impact within a high-performing and ambitious organisation, we would love to hear from you. This role requires primarily on-site working during term time, with some flexibility available. Applications close on the 24th May but will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
About Keech Hospice Care Keech Hospice Care provides specialist palliative care for adults and children with terminal or life limiting conditions. Our mission is to provide the best quality of life for our patients and their families as they prepare for a dignified death. Our multi professional approach involves medical, nursing, social, spiritual and emotional care and is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Access to our services is available to all, free from discrimination on such grounds as disability, political view or other opinion, race, religion, gender or sexual orientation, wealth or otherwise and marital status. We spend £14m a year, employ almost 300 staff members and work with 1500 volunteers to provide services to the communities we serve. Main duties of the job The trustee provides clinical leadership and oversight to support Keech Hospice Care in delivering safe, effective and compassionate care. The trustee contributes to the strategic direction of the organisation ensuring clinical quality, patient safety and service sustainability are prioritised. The trustee ensures the charity fulfils its duties in line with its governing documents, relevant law and regulation. The trustee acts in good faith in the best interests of beneficiaries using clinical expertise to support effective use of resources. The trustee works collaboratively with other trustees, the chief executive and senior leaders to ensure strong governance and accountability. The trustee promotes and protects the values, integrity, reputation and public confidence in Keech Hospice Care. The trustee attends board meetings, participates in reviews and serves on committees or working groups as required. The trustee maintains awareness of clinical services, the wider health system and developments in palliative and end of life care. The trustee participates in provider visits and upholds the principles of public life including integrity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. Job responsibilities Our trustees play a vital role in ensuring Keech Hospice achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Keech Hospice Care has a clear strategy and that our work and goals align with our vision. They support the team to enable growth and thrive, thereby supporting patients and families who use our services. Board members have a collective, legal responsibility. They are ultimately responsible for everything the charity does and how it does it. The overriding duty of trustees is to act in good faith within charity law and to make sure the charity pursues its aims (as set out in the governing document); uses its assets exclusively to pursue those aims; and acts in the interests of its beneficiaries. Key Responsibilities Strategic Impact: Contribute to determining the overall strategic direction of Keech Hospice Care. Decisions directly impact the services provided and the lives of patients and families. Legal Responsibility: Act in good faith, ensuring the charity pursues its aims and uses its assets effectively. Collaboration: Work with other trustees, the Chief Executive, the Senior Leadership Team and stakeholders to collectively drive success. Governance: Maintain high standards of governance that generate confidence among stakeholders and staff. Integrity: Promote and protect Keech Hospice Care's values, integrity, image and reputation. Roles and Commitments: Attend board meetings; participate in the Board's annual work programme of reviews; undertake portfolio roles as directed by the Chair; be involved in the work of committees or working groups; promote the charity with external stakeholders; participate in provider visits; perform duties in accordance with the Seven Principles of Public Life. Responsible for setting the strategic direction of the charity; ensure legal stewardship and guard against conflicts of interest. What we are looking for? Commitment to Keech Hospice Care and an empathy with its aims, ethos and values. Ability to attend board meetings, participate actively and advocate for our mission. Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to carrying out trustee duties. Skills and Experience Finance: Financial management and/or accountancy experience. Track record of securing value for money and effectiveness. Management: Experience in change management and organisational transformation, retail and fundraising management. Clinical: Experience in the health sector in general and end of life care in particular. Board: Experience at a board or senior manager level in a public, private or charity sector context. Experience of defining strategy, mergers & acquisitions, KPIs, governance, compliance, audit & risk management. Digital: Experience of online retail, recruitment, CRM systems, procurement & implementation of IT systems, use of AI/ML. Human Resources: Recruitment & retention of staff and/or volunteers. EDI: Working with young people, older adults, people from diverse backgrounds and/or special needs. Legal: Qualified lawyer, preferably with corporate experience. Personal Criteria No conflict of interest between your business activities and your role as trustee in line with the Seven Principles of Public Life (Nolan Principles). Ability to question intelligently, debate constructively, challenge rigorously and decide dispassionately. Ability to listen sensitively to the views of others inside and outside of the board and to gain the trust and respect of other board and senior management team members. Ability to seek and obtain full and satisfactory answers within the environment of the board. Ability to role model our values and to challenge trustees when they are being compromised. Willingness to learn and develop new skills and volunteer for specific committees and ad hoc workstreams as necessary. No prior experience required as a charity trustee - anyone with relevant skills and time is welcome to apply. Priority for applicants under 35, from a Black, Asian or other minority ethnic background, or living with a disability, as these groups are under represented on our board. Greater diversity helps us make better decisions and better represent the diversity of our membership and the communities we serve. Passion for making a difference in the community and skills/experience in the health sector, end of life care, or at a senior board/manager level in a public, private or charity sector. The role can be demanding but is deeply rewarding and you will be part of a friendly, energetic team. Support through trustee induction, training and peer to peer mentoring will be provided. Reasonable travel expenses arising from trustee duties can be covered. What you will gain Serving as a trustee can help you develop a variety of valuable skills: financial acumen, strategic thinking, governance, leadership, risk management, collaboration, communication, problem solving, ethical judgment and networking. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Depending on experience - this is a voluntary role.
May 09, 2026
Full time
About Keech Hospice Care Keech Hospice Care provides specialist palliative care for adults and children with terminal or life limiting conditions. Our mission is to provide the best quality of life for our patients and their families as they prepare for a dignified death. Our multi professional approach involves medical, nursing, social, spiritual and emotional care and is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Access to our services is available to all, free from discrimination on such grounds as disability, political view or other opinion, race, religion, gender or sexual orientation, wealth or otherwise and marital status. We spend £14m a year, employ almost 300 staff members and work with 1500 volunteers to provide services to the communities we serve. Main duties of the job The trustee provides clinical leadership and oversight to support Keech Hospice Care in delivering safe, effective and compassionate care. The trustee contributes to the strategic direction of the organisation ensuring clinical quality, patient safety and service sustainability are prioritised. The trustee ensures the charity fulfils its duties in line with its governing documents, relevant law and regulation. The trustee acts in good faith in the best interests of beneficiaries using clinical expertise to support effective use of resources. The trustee works collaboratively with other trustees, the chief executive and senior leaders to ensure strong governance and accountability. The trustee promotes and protects the values, integrity, reputation and public confidence in Keech Hospice Care. The trustee attends board meetings, participates in reviews and serves on committees or working groups as required. The trustee maintains awareness of clinical services, the wider health system and developments in palliative and end of life care. The trustee participates in provider visits and upholds the principles of public life including integrity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership. Job responsibilities Our trustees play a vital role in ensuring Keech Hospice achieves its core purpose. They oversee the overall management and administration of the charity. They also ensure that Keech Hospice Care has a clear strategy and that our work and goals align with our vision. They support the team to enable growth and thrive, thereby supporting patients and families who use our services. Board members have a collective, legal responsibility. They are ultimately responsible for everything the charity does and how it does it. The overriding duty of trustees is to act in good faith within charity law and to make sure the charity pursues its aims (as set out in the governing document); uses its assets exclusively to pursue those aims; and acts in the interests of its beneficiaries. Key Responsibilities Strategic Impact: Contribute to determining the overall strategic direction of Keech Hospice Care. Decisions directly impact the services provided and the lives of patients and families. Legal Responsibility: Act in good faith, ensuring the charity pursues its aims and uses its assets effectively. Collaboration: Work with other trustees, the Chief Executive, the Senior Leadership Team and stakeholders to collectively drive success. Governance: Maintain high standards of governance that generate confidence among stakeholders and staff. Integrity: Promote and protect Keech Hospice Care's values, integrity, image and reputation. Roles and Commitments: Attend board meetings; participate in the Board's annual work programme of reviews; undertake portfolio roles as directed by the Chair; be involved in the work of committees or working groups; promote the charity with external stakeholders; participate in provider visits; perform duties in accordance with the Seven Principles of Public Life. Responsible for setting the strategic direction of the charity; ensure legal stewardship and guard against conflicts of interest. What we are looking for? Commitment to Keech Hospice Care and an empathy with its aims, ethos and values. Ability to attend board meetings, participate actively and advocate for our mission. Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort to carrying out trustee duties. Skills and Experience Finance: Financial management and/or accountancy experience. Track record of securing value for money and effectiveness. Management: Experience in change management and organisational transformation, retail and fundraising management. Clinical: Experience in the health sector in general and end of life care in particular. Board: Experience at a board or senior manager level in a public, private or charity sector context. Experience of defining strategy, mergers & acquisitions, KPIs, governance, compliance, audit & risk management. Digital: Experience of online retail, recruitment, CRM systems, procurement & implementation of IT systems, use of AI/ML. Human Resources: Recruitment & retention of staff and/or volunteers. EDI: Working with young people, older adults, people from diverse backgrounds and/or special needs. Legal: Qualified lawyer, preferably with corporate experience. Personal Criteria No conflict of interest between your business activities and your role as trustee in line with the Seven Principles of Public Life (Nolan Principles). Ability to question intelligently, debate constructively, challenge rigorously and decide dispassionately. Ability to listen sensitively to the views of others inside and outside of the board and to gain the trust and respect of other board and senior management team members. Ability to seek and obtain full and satisfactory answers within the environment of the board. Ability to role model our values and to challenge trustees when they are being compromised. Willingness to learn and develop new skills and volunteer for specific committees and ad hoc workstreams as necessary. No prior experience required as a charity trustee - anyone with relevant skills and time is welcome to apply. Priority for applicants under 35, from a Black, Asian or other minority ethnic background, or living with a disability, as these groups are under represented on our board. Greater diversity helps us make better decisions and better represent the diversity of our membership and the communities we serve. Passion for making a difference in the community and skills/experience in the health sector, end of life care, or at a senior board/manager level in a public, private or charity sector. The role can be demanding but is deeply rewarding and you will be part of a friendly, energetic team. Support through trustee induction, training and peer to peer mentoring will be provided. Reasonable travel expenses arising from trustee duties can be covered. What you will gain Serving as a trustee can help you develop a variety of valuable skills: financial acumen, strategic thinking, governance, leadership, risk management, collaboration, communication, problem solving, ethical judgment and networking. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Depending on experience - this is a voluntary role.
