As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board. Your new company Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society presents a compelling opportunity if you are looking for a broad CFO role with the chance to make a true impact. The current incumbent, James believes "This is a very broad role and is perfect for someone who wants to be involved in more than just producing the Budgets & Management Accounts. There's a fair amount happening in the next five years, from a £5m extension to one of our homes, to expanding our offering to new areas and potentially building a new c £10m care home, as well as helping to formulate both strategy and tactics with the leadership team and CEO, Sally. Your colleagues are a great bunch of people, and you will love working with them! It really helps if you have a strong sense of humour, are outgoing and don't take yourself too seriously!" Your new role As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board, providing strategic financial leadership while ensuring robust operational management across finance, HR, legal matters and systems. This is a hands-on, fully office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic oversight with day-to-day involvement and who thrives within a positive, fun and collaborative team culture.This is a broad and influential role with real scope to shape the Society's long-term direction and future success. Key responsibilities Strategy & Planning Support the development of organisational strategy and business planning. Use your knowledge and experience to proactively originate new ideas to discuss with the CEO. Identify funding opportunities and support budget development for new initiatives. Lead forward-looking financial strategies with a focus on risk, sustainability and growth. Oversee budgeting, capital planning and KPI frameworks. Operations Play an integral role in executive-level decision-making. Build strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and support non-finance colleagues. Develop and enhance financial systems and processes. Manage investment relationships to maximise returns. Lead the finance function and oversee payroll, purchasing and transactional processes. Oversee due diligence, acquisitions and potential divestments. Lead the development and maintenance of the Society's IT systems. Financial Reporting Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Charity Commission, Companies House, Homes England, the Regulator of Social Housing and the ONS. Present financial results and insights to the Board, Finance Committee and CEO. Financial Risk Management Identify key financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies. Oversee legal matters related to the Society's financial assets. Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full regulatory compliance. Review insurance cover and ensure audit readiness. Lead the relationship with external auditors and follow up on recommendations. Funding & Cash Management Lead cash flow management and financial forecasting. Arrange financing and third-party funding as required. Oversee investment portfolios and protect the Society's funds. Stakeholder & Third-Party Management Build strong relationships with banks, investment advisers and insurers. Represent the Society in financial and legal matters. Monitor and report third-party performance to the Board. Additional Responsibilities Maintain ongoing professional development. Promote equality, diversity and human rights within the organisation. Keep abreast of sector developments and relevant legislation. Undertake additional duties as required by the CEO. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) qualification. Minimum seven years' progressive experience, ideally within a not-for-profit environment or SME. At least three years at CFO or Finance Director level (exceptional Financial Controllers will be considered). Proven experience working with Boards and executive leadership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A collaborative approach with the ability to support and influence non-finance colleagues. A broad understanding of organisational performance beyond finance. Key Skills Strategic planning and organisational vision. Financial strategy, modelling and planning. Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills. Experience improving systems and processes. Commercial acumen and sound financial judgement. Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to review and interpret legal documentation. Acts as a trusted partner and sounding board to the CEO. Soft Skills Approachable, personable and easygoing style. A sense of humour and ability to build rapport. Intelligent, confident and clear-thinking. What you'll get in retu rn This is a wide-ranging and high-impact role that offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference within an established and values-led organisation. For an ambitious, proactive finance leader who enjoys a varied remit and strategic influence, this is an exceptional career opportunity.If you're looking for a meaningful leadership position within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we would welcome a conversation.This role offers an attractive salary, private healthcare, an attractive pension scheme and working with a fantastic bunch of people who truly love what they do! 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 for an informal and completely private and confidential conversation.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board. Your new company Abbeyfield Wey Valley Society presents a compelling opportunity if you are looking for a broad CFO role with the chance to make a true impact. The current incumbent, James believes "This is a very broad role and is perfect for someone who wants to be involved in more than just producing the Budgets & Management Accounts. There's a fair amount happening in the next five years, from a £5m extension to one of our homes, to expanding our offering to new areas and potentially building a new c £10m care home, as well as helping to formulate both strategy and tactics with the leadership team and CEO, Sally. Your colleagues are a great bunch of people, and you will love working with them! It really helps if you have a strong sense of humour, are outgoing and don't take yourself too seriously!" Your new role As Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with the CEO, COO and Board, providing strategic financial leadership while ensuring robust operational management across finance, HR, legal matters and systems. This is a hands-on, fully office-based position, suited to someone who enjoys combining strategic oversight with day-to-day involvement and who thrives within a positive, fun and collaborative team culture.This is a broad and influential role with real scope to shape the Society's long-term direction and future success. Key responsibilities Strategy & Planning Support the development of organisational strategy and business planning. Use your knowledge and experience to proactively originate new ideas to discuss with the CEO. Identify funding opportunities and support budget development for new initiatives. Lead forward-looking financial strategies with a focus on risk, sustainability and growth. Oversee budgeting, capital planning and KPI frameworks. Operations Play an integral role in executive-level decision-making. Build strong, collaborative relationships across the organisation and support non-finance colleagues. Develop and enhance financial systems and processes. Manage investment relationships to maximise returns. Lead the finance function and oversee payroll, purchasing and transactional processes. Oversee due diligence, acquisitions and potential divestments. Lead the development and maintenance of the Society's IT systems. Financial Reporting Ensure accurate and timely reporting to the Charity Commission, Companies House, Homes England, the Regulator of Social Housing and the ONS. Present financial results and insights to the Board, Finance Committee and CEO. Financial Risk Management Identify key financial and operational risks and implement mitigation strategies. Oversee legal matters related to the Society's financial assets. Maintain robust internal controls and ensure full regulatory compliance. Review insurance cover and ensure audit readiness. Lead the relationship with external auditors and follow up on recommendations. Funding & Cash Management Lead cash flow management and financial forecasting. Arrange financing and third-party funding as required. Oversee investment portfolios and protect the Society's funds. Stakeholder & Third-Party Management Build strong relationships with banks, investment advisers and insurers. Represent the Society in financial and legal matters. Monitor and report third-party performance to the Board. Additional Responsibilities Maintain ongoing professional development. Promote equality, diversity and human rights within the organisation. Keep abreast of sector developments and relevant legislation. Undertake additional duties as required by the CEO. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications & Experience ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) qualification. Minimum seven years' progressive experience, ideally within a not-for-profit environment or SME. At least three years at CFO or Finance Director level (exceptional Financial Controllers will be considered). Proven experience working with Boards and executive leadership. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A collaborative approach with the ability to support and influence non-finance colleagues. A broad understanding of organisational performance beyond finance. Key Skills Strategic planning and organisational vision. Financial strategy, modelling and planning. Strong budgeting, forecasting and analytical skills. Experience improving systems and processes. Commercial acumen and sound financial judgement. Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to review and interpret legal documentation. Acts as a trusted partner and sounding board to the CEO. Soft Skills Approachable, personable and easygoing style. A sense of humour and ability to build rapport. Intelligent, confident and clear-thinking. What you'll get in retu rn This is a wide-ranging and high-impact role that offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference within an established and values-led organisation. For an ambitious, proactive finance leader who enjoys a varied remit and strategic influence, this is an exceptional career opportunity.If you're looking for a meaningful leadership position within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we would welcome a conversation.This role offers an attractive salary, private healthcare, an attractive pension scheme and working with a fantastic bunch of people who truly love what they do! 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 for an informal and completely private and confidential conversation.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Admin Lead & Executive Assistant to the Managing Director Location: Swansea (Office-based, 5 days per week) Salary: Attractive salary, commensurate with experience About the Role We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and professional Admin Lead & Executive Assistant to join a growing business in Swansea. This is a pivotal role, combining leadership of the administrative function with trusted Executive Assistant support to the Managing Director. You will play a key role in ensuring the business operates smoothly, efficiently, and professionally, while helping to drive continuous improvement and support ongoing growth. As the owner of the Admin Department, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality administrative support, maintaining business processes and standards, supporting compliance activities, and ensuring excellent internal and external service. You will also work closely with the Managing Director, taking ownership of delegated projects, managing priorities, and ensuring actions are delivered through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator, office manager, operations coordinator, or executive assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of their work. Key Responsibilities Administrative Leadership Lead and manage the day-to-day administration function of the business Ensure administrative processes are efficient, reliable, and consistently delivered to a high standard Prioritise workloads and ensure actions, tasks, and commitments are completed accurately and on time Develop, document, and improve business processes and procedures Coordinate and maintain business documentation, including compliance, environmental, CSR, and tender information Chair weekly Admin Department meetings and ensure actions are followed through Identify and implement process improvements to support business growth Executive Assistant Support Provide proactive Executive Assistant support to the Managing Director Manage diaries, inboxes, meetings, travel arrangements, and priorities Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, record actions, and monitor progress Take ownership of delegated projects and tasks, ensuring timely completion Track commitments and follow up to ensure nothing falls through the cracks Escalate risks, issues, and decisions appropriately Team Leadership Support and lead an administrative support function through a Team Lead Hold regular one-to-one meetings and provide guidance and accountability Monitor service quality, accuracy, productivity, and turnaround times Support process improvements, training, recruitment, and onboarding activities Oversee administrative systems and data accuracy Business Systems & Continuous Improvement Support and maintain the company's operating rhythm and business processes Coordinate leadership and departmental meeting schedules Prepare agendas, capture actions, and ensure follow-up is completed Maintain business records, systems, and documentation Own and maintain the Company Manual, ensuring business processes remain current and accurately documented Promote consistent adoption of agreed processes and ways of working Compliance, Administration & Infrastructure Manage office facilities and administrative infrastructure Coordinate insurance renewals and administration Support recruitment and HR administration activities Manage GDPR compliance across the business Develop and maintain company policies, accreditations, and records Coordinate compliance sections of tenders and business submissions Manage office supplies, travel arrangements, and expenses Support CSR, sustainability, and environmental initiatives About You We are looking for someone who can combine exceptional organisation and attention to detail with strong leadership and communication skills. You will ideally have: Previous experience in a senior administrative, office management, operations, or executive assistant role Experience supporting senior leaders or directors Strong organisational and project management skills The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively Experience improving processes and implementing systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills High levels of accuracy and attention to detail Confidence working independently and taking ownership of outcomes Experience with compliance, GDPR, policies, or tender administration would be advantageous Previous leadership or team management experience would be beneficial What's on Offer? Attractive salary based on experience A key role within a growing and ambitious business The opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team A varied and rewarding position with genuine responsibility and influence The chance to help shape systems, processes, and ways of working as the business grows If you are a highly organised professional who enjoys creating structure, solving problems, and helping businesses operate at their best, we would love to hear from you.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Admin Lead & Executive Assistant to the Managing Director Location: Swansea (Office-based, 5 days per week) Salary: Attractive salary, commensurate with experience About the Role We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and professional Admin Lead & Executive Assistant to join a growing business in Swansea. This is a pivotal role, combining leadership of the administrative function with trusted Executive Assistant support to the Managing Director. You will play a key role in ensuring the business operates smoothly, efficiently, and professionally, while helping to drive continuous improvement and support ongoing growth. As the owner of the Admin Department, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality administrative support, maintaining business processes and standards, supporting compliance activities, and ensuring excellent internal and external service. You will also work closely with the Managing Director, taking ownership of delegated projects, managing priorities, and ensuring actions are delivered through to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator, office manager, operations coordinator, or executive assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of their work. Key Responsibilities Administrative Leadership Lead and manage the day-to-day administration function of the business Ensure administrative processes are efficient, reliable, and consistently delivered to a high standard Prioritise workloads and ensure actions, tasks, and commitments are completed accurately and on time Develop, document, and improve business processes and procedures Coordinate and maintain business documentation, including compliance, environmental, CSR, and tender information Chair weekly Admin Department meetings and ensure actions are followed through Identify and implement process improvements to support business growth Executive Assistant Support Provide proactive Executive Assistant support to the Managing Director Manage diaries, inboxes, meetings, travel arrangements, and priorities Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, record actions, and monitor progress Take ownership of delegated projects and tasks, ensuring timely completion Track commitments and follow up to ensure nothing falls through the cracks Escalate risks, issues, and decisions appropriately Team Leadership Support and lead an administrative support function through a Team Lead Hold regular one-to-one meetings and provide guidance and accountability Monitor service quality, accuracy, productivity, and turnaround times Support process improvements, training, recruitment, and onboarding activities Oversee administrative systems and data accuracy Business Systems & Continuous Improvement Support and maintain the company's operating rhythm and business processes Coordinate leadership and departmental meeting schedules Prepare agendas, capture actions, and ensure follow-up is completed Maintain business records, systems, and documentation Own and maintain the Company Manual, ensuring business processes remain current and accurately documented Promote consistent adoption of agreed processes and ways of working Compliance, Administration & Infrastructure Manage office facilities and administrative infrastructure Coordinate insurance renewals and administration Support recruitment and HR administration activities Manage GDPR compliance across the business Develop and maintain company policies, accreditations, and records Coordinate compliance sections of tenders and business submissions Manage office supplies, travel arrangements, and expenses Support CSR, sustainability, and environmental initiatives About You We are looking for someone who can combine exceptional organisation and attention to detail with strong leadership and communication skills. You will ideally have: Previous experience in a senior administrative, office management, operations, or executive assistant role Experience supporting senior leaders or directors Strong organisational and project management skills The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively Experience improving processes and implementing systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills High levels of accuracy and attention to detail Confidence working independently and taking ownership of outcomes Experience with compliance, GDPR, policies, or tender administration would be advantageous Previous leadership or team management experience would be beneficial What's on Offer? Attractive salary based on experience A key role within a growing and ambitious business The opportunity to work closely with the Managing Director and leadership team A varied and rewarding position with genuine responsibility and influence The chance to help shape systems, processes, and ways of working as the business grows If you are a highly organised professional who enjoys creating structure, solving problems, and helping businesses operate at their best, we would love to hear from you.
Our well established Kirkcaldy based client are looking for a Senior Internal Sales Executive/Manager to join the sales team who are going through a period of growth. Reporting into the UK Sales Director, your role will be to manage existing and prospective customers to maximise product take up and sales opportunities with the view to progressing into an Internal Sales Manager role once established. Your key duties: Taking incoming sales enquiries professionally and offering product advice as required. Preparing customer quotations ensuring profitability is maximised by up-selling and cross-selling Obtaining pricing and availability from suppliers for non-stock items as necessary Ensuring all quotes and feedback from customer discussions are accurately recorded on the CRM Maximise CCB on every order Focus on cross marketing on every call we have with the customer and record on the CRM Assist with leading and managing the internal sales team day-to-day, balancing call volumes, service levels and incoming call queues; provide back-up phone support as required. Act as first-line contact and escalation point for team queries and customer service complaints; resolve issues promptly and follow up to ensure satisfaction Lead or participate in systems testing and implement improvements from customer satisfaction and NPS feedback Processing sales orders quickly and accurately, working in line with company procedures Dealing with and resolving customer issues speedily and documenting and reporting them to the management where necessary Handle customer complaints, provide appropriate solutions and alternatives within the time limits; follow up to ensure resolution. To be suitable for this challenging and rewarding role you will have the following key skills and experience: 5 years+ experience in sales/customer service 2 years+ experience in people management/team leading ideally Proven customer support experience or experience as a client service representative Experience of working with technical or complex information Track record of over-achieving quota Strong phone contact handling skills Familiarity with CRM systems and practices Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external customers Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of characters Excellent communication skills Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively Ability to influence Strong attention to detail Skilled in negotiation and dealing with complaints You will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 45k (DOE - may be fleixble for the right person ) + excellent benefits and bonus scheme, training and development. This job will ideally suit someone looking to grow and develop their career into a management position once established in the role. Please send your CV and application over for consideration. INDPERM
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Our well established Kirkcaldy based client are looking for a Senior Internal Sales Executive/Manager to join the sales team who are going through a period of growth. Reporting into the UK Sales Director, your role will be to manage existing and prospective customers to maximise product take up and sales opportunities with the view to progressing into an Internal Sales Manager role once established. Your key duties: Taking incoming sales enquiries professionally and offering product advice as required. Preparing customer quotations ensuring profitability is maximised by up-selling and cross-selling Obtaining pricing and availability from suppliers for non-stock items as necessary Ensuring all quotes and feedback from customer discussions are accurately recorded on the CRM Maximise CCB on every order Focus on cross marketing on every call we have with the customer and record on the CRM Assist with leading and managing the internal sales team day-to-day, balancing call volumes, service levels and incoming call queues; provide back-up phone support as required. Act as first-line contact and escalation point for team queries and customer service complaints; resolve issues promptly and follow up to ensure satisfaction Lead or participate in systems testing and implement improvements from customer satisfaction and NPS feedback Processing sales orders quickly and accurately, working in line with company procedures Dealing with and resolving customer issues speedily and documenting and reporting them to the management where necessary Handle customer complaints, provide appropriate solutions and alternatives within the time limits; follow up to ensure resolution. To be suitable for this challenging and rewarding role you will have the following key skills and experience: 5 years+ experience in sales/customer service 2 years+ experience in people management/team leading ideally Proven customer support experience or experience as a client service representative Experience of working with technical or complex information Track record of over-achieving quota Strong phone contact handling skills Familiarity with CRM systems and practices Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external customers Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of characters Excellent communication skills Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively Ability to influence Strong attention to detail Skilled in negotiation and dealing with complaints You will receive a highly competitive salary of up to 45k (DOE - may be fleixble for the right person ) + excellent benefits and bonus scheme, training and development. This job will ideally suit someone looking to grow and develop their career into a management position once established in the role. Please send your CV and application over for consideration. INDPERM
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 22, 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.
Online NHS Trust Chief Executive The Online NHS Trust is being established as the NHS's first national, digital-first Trust to address some of the most pressing challenges in elective care in England. This is a bold and progressive development that will deliver high-quality, clinically rigorous elective care unconstrained by geography, estate or traditional workforce models. Its ambition is transformational providing the expertise to operate at national scale, set standards for virtual elective care, and directly contribute to elective recovery. The Online NHS Trust has been formally established from 1 June 2026, with clinical services becoming available in 2027/28. It has been set up as an NHS Trust, accountable to the public and Parliament and will be regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission. Patients will access the Online NHS Trust via the NHS App and it is expected to deliver the equivalent of up to 8.5 million appointments and assessments in its first three years post launch, freeing physical capacity across local providers for patients who need or prefer in-person care and representing one of the most ambitious service innovations undertaken by the NHS in recent decades. Having recruited the Chair and Non-Executive Directors, we are now seeking to recruit to the role of Chief Executive. This is a once in a generation opportunity to join the Board of the Online NHS Trust, leading its development into a fully operational provider of virtual elective care services. As Chief Executive, you will have the opportunity to build and lead a new national organisation. We are seeking a leader who is motivated by delivering public value and the opportunity to create a lasting legacy that will transform how elective care is provided. This is a role for a leader with a strong focus on digital transformation and the capability to deliver large-scale change for our patients and communities. This is a unique leadership opportunity at a pivotal moment for the NHS. NHS England particularly welcomes applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities the NHS serves and who bring perspectives from a wide range of professional backgrounds. For more information on this exciting opportunity, please visit Closing date for applications - Monday 29th June 2026
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Online NHS Trust Chief Executive The Online NHS Trust is being established as the NHS's first national, digital-first Trust to address some of the most pressing challenges in elective care in England. This is a bold and progressive development that will deliver high-quality, clinically rigorous elective care unconstrained by geography, estate or traditional workforce models. Its ambition is transformational providing the expertise to operate at national scale, set standards for virtual elective care, and directly contribute to elective recovery. The Online NHS Trust has been formally established from 1 June 2026, with clinical services becoming available in 2027/28. It has been set up as an NHS Trust, accountable to the public and Parliament and will be regulated and inspected by the Care Quality Commission. Patients will access the Online NHS Trust via the NHS App and it is expected to deliver the equivalent of up to 8.5 million appointments and assessments in its first three years post launch, freeing physical capacity across local providers for patients who need or prefer in-person care and representing one of the most ambitious service innovations undertaken by the NHS in recent decades. Having recruited the Chair and Non-Executive Directors, we are now seeking to recruit to the role of Chief Executive. This is a once in a generation opportunity to join the Board of the Online NHS Trust, leading its development into a fully operational provider of virtual elective care services. As Chief Executive, you will have the opportunity to build and lead a new national organisation. We are seeking a leader who is motivated by delivering public value and the opportunity to create a lasting legacy that will transform how elective care is provided. This is a role for a leader with a strong focus on digital transformation and the capability to deliver large-scale change for our patients and communities. This is a unique leadership opportunity at a pivotal moment for the NHS. NHS England particularly welcomes applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities the NHS serves and who bring perspectives from a wide range of professional backgrounds. For more information on this exciting opportunity, please visit Closing date for applications - Monday 29th June 2026
Supporting exceptional experiences for our valued supporters. Senior Donor Relations Executive £30,000 - £35,000 plus Reports to: Donor Relations Specialist Grade: P2 Directorate : Strategy & Philanthropy Contract : Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location : Stratford, London . Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Closing date: 28 June 2026, 23:55 How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the application questions and work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible. Recruitment process: 1 stage consisting of role based competency questions Interview date: From 2 July 2026 At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. At Cancer Research UK, we're united by one ambition: to beat cancer, sooner. Our lifesaving research is only possible thanks to the generosity of our supporters-and this role is central to ensuring they feel inspired, valued and connected to the impact they make. As a Senior Donor Relations Executive , you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional experiences for our high-value supporters, helping to power our £400m campaign, More Research, Less Cancer . Working closely with fundraisers and partners across CRUK and the Francis Crick Institute, you'll help bring donor journeys to life-turning support into lasting impact. You'll be joining a collaborative, passionate team that champions creativity, excellence and meaningful supporter engagement. What you'll be doing Act as a trusted operational partner to frontline fundraisers, coordinating seamless cultivation and stewardship activity Deliver high-quality donor experiences, from briefings and proposals to meetings, events and stewardship milestones Lead on the preparation of gift agreements and pledge confirmations, ensuring accuracy and a great donor experience Project manage key materials, including proposals, impact reports and recognition initiatives Coordinate donor engagement opportunities, including meetings, lab tours and interactions with researchers and leadership Support fundraising strategy through CRM reporting, pipeline tracking and campaign delivery Build strong relationships across CRUK, the Crick and wider teams to deliver joined-up, donor-centric experiences Provide guidance to colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement across the team What we're looking for A brilliant communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines A confident project manager who can coordinate activity across multiple teams Excellent writing skills, with a keen eye for detail A donor-first mindset and strong customer service approach Comfortable using databases and Microsoft Office tools A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a "can do" approach Experience in fundraising or a strong interest in philanthropy and major gifts Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our . Internal Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. Additional information For more information about working with us please or contact us at . For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: and .
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Supporting exceptional experiences for our valued supporters. Senior Donor Relations Executive £30,000 - £35,000 plus Reports to: Donor Relations Specialist Grade: P2 Directorate : Strategy & Philanthropy Contract : Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location : Stratford, London . Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Closing date: 28 June 2026, 23:55 How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the application questions and work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible. Recruitment process: 1 stage consisting of role based competency questions Interview date: From 2 July 2026 At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. At Cancer Research UK, we're united by one ambition: to beat cancer, sooner. Our lifesaving research is only possible thanks to the generosity of our supporters-and this role is central to ensuring they feel inspired, valued and connected to the impact they make. As a Senior Donor Relations Executive , you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional experiences for our high-value supporters, helping to power our £400m campaign, More Research, Less Cancer . Working closely with fundraisers and partners across CRUK and the Francis Crick Institute, you'll help bring donor journeys to life-turning support into lasting impact. You'll be joining a collaborative, passionate team that champions creativity, excellence and meaningful supporter engagement. What you'll be doing Act as a trusted operational partner to frontline fundraisers, coordinating seamless cultivation and stewardship activity Deliver high-quality donor experiences, from briefings and proposals to meetings, events and stewardship milestones Lead on the preparation of gift agreements and pledge confirmations, ensuring accuracy and a great donor experience Project manage key materials, including proposals, impact reports and recognition initiatives Coordinate donor engagement opportunities, including meetings, lab tours and interactions with researchers and leadership Support fundraising strategy through CRM reporting, pipeline tracking and campaign delivery Build strong relationships across CRUK, the Crick and wider teams to deliver joined-up, donor-centric experiences Provide guidance to colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement across the team What we're looking for A brilliant communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver to tight deadlines A confident project manager who can coordinate activity across multiple teams Excellent writing skills, with a keen eye for detail A donor-first mindset and strong customer service approach Comfortable using databases and Microsoft Office tools A proactive, problem-solving attitude with a "can do" approach Experience in fundraising or a strong interest in philanthropy and major gifts Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our . Internal Eligibility criteria Internal candidates should ideally have completed their 6-month 'getting started' period before applying for other roles. You should also advise your current line manager at the point you make an internal application, or at the latest, at the point of being invited for an interview. All internal candidates applying for a secondment, must have: completed their getting started period discussed their intention to apply and gained approval to apply with their line manager been in their substantive (home) role for at least 6 months (this is only applicable if you have previously been on secondment) If you do not confirm that you meet these requirements, we will not be able to progress your application. Additional information For more information about working with us please or contact us at . For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: and .
Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) Location: Gloucestershire Remuneration: £7,929 per annum Commitment: 3-4 days per month Location: Hybrid Closing Date: 25 June 2026 Seymour John is delighted to be partnering with Gloucestershire Managed Services Limited (GMS) to recruit an Independent Non-Executive Director to join its Board at an important stage in the organisations continued development and st click apply for full job details
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) Location: Gloucestershire Remuneration: £7,929 per annum Commitment: 3-4 days per month Location: Hybrid Closing Date: 25 June 2026 Seymour John is delighted to be partnering with Gloucestershire Managed Services Limited (GMS) to recruit an Independent Non-Executive Director to join its Board at an important stage in the organisations continued development and st click apply for full job details
AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture Overview Method has partnered with a digital consulting firm investing heavily in its AI and client-facing technology capabilities. As the business continues to evolve its AI offering, they are looking to hire an Associate Director to help shape, design, and deliver enterprise AI solutions across a growing portfolio of clients. This role is suited to someone who combines strong technical understanding of modern AI technologies with the ability to engage confidently with senior client stakeholders. You will play a key role in translating business challenges into practical AI solutions, supporting both pre-sales activity and delivery execution across consulting engagements. The Opportunity AI is becoming a core part of how the business delivers value to clients. This role will sit at the intersection of solution architecture, client advisory, and AI implementation, helping clients understand how technologies such as generative AI, LLMs, and agentic workflows can be applied in real-world enterprise environments. You will work closely with Partners, delivery teams, and clients to shape AI-enabled solutions that are commercially viable, technically scalable, and deliver measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead technical discovery sessions with clients to understand business challenges, operational processes, and AI opportunities Design and architect AI-enabled solutions across areas such as generative AI, LLMs, agentic workflows, automation, and enterprise integration Support RFPs, proposals, and pre-sales engagements by defining solution approaches, technical architecture, delivery models, and implementation plans Work closely with consulting and engineering teams to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, secure, and aligned to client requirements Translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused recommendations for senior stakeholders Provide hands-on input into AI implementation projects, including solution design, workflow architecture, tooling decisions, and platform selection Support the development of repeatable AI-enabled offerings, accelerators, and frameworks across the consulting practice Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout discovery, design, and early delivery phases Stay current on emerging AI technologies, enterprise adoption trends, governance considerations, and market developments Technical Focus Areas Agentic AI and enterprise LLM applications Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures AI agents and workflow orchestration AI solution architecture and systems integration Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, GCP Vertex AI, or similar platforms Enterprise AI governance, scalability, and deployment considerations AI-enabled automation and operational transformation Skills & Experience Experience delivering AI, data, or digital transformation solutions within a consulting or professional services environment Strong understanding of agentic AI, LLMs, and modern AI solution patterns Experience leading client-facing workshops, technical discovery sessions, and solution discussions Proven ability to shape technical solutions for proposals, RFPs, and consulting engagements Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage credibly with both technical and non-technical audiences Experience working across architecture, delivery, and advisory functions within complex enterprise environments Ability to balance hands-on technical involvement with client engagement responsibilities Consulting experience from firms or similar environments would be highly beneficial Why This Role Opportunity to help shape a growing AI capability within an evolving consulting business High exposure to enterprise AI transformation programmes and senior client stakeholders Broad role spanning advisory, architecture, solution design, and delivery engagement Clear progression path into broader AI leadership responsibilities over time £100,000-£130,000 base + bonus AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture Overview Method has partnered with a digital consulting firm investing heavily in its AI and client-facing technology capabilities. As the business continues to evolve its AI offering, they are looking to hire an Associate Director to help shape, design, and deliver enterprise AI solutions across a growing portfolio of clients. This role is suited to someone who combines strong technical understanding of modern AI technologies with the ability to engage confidently with senior client stakeholders. You will play a key role in translating business challenges into practical AI solutions, supporting both pre-sales activity and delivery execution across consulting engagements. The Opportunity AI is becoming a core part of how the business delivers value to clients. This role will sit at the intersection of solution architecture, client advisory, and AI implementation, helping clients understand how technologies such as generative AI, LLMs, and agentic workflows can be applied in real-world enterprise environments. You will work closely with Partners, delivery teams, and clients to shape AI-enabled solutions that are commercially viable, technically scalable, and deliver measurable outcomes. Key Responsibilities Lead technical discovery sessions with clients to understand business challenges, operational processes, and AI opportunities Design and architect AI-enabled solutions across areas such as generative AI, LLMs, agentic workflows, automation, and enterprise integration Support RFPs, proposals, and pre-sales engagements by defining solution approaches, technical architecture, delivery models, and implementation plans Work closely with consulting and engineering teams to ensure solutions are practical, scalable, secure, and aligned to client requirements Translate complex technical concepts into clear business-focused recommendations for senior stakeholders Provide hands-on input into AI implementation projects, including solution design, workflow architecture, tooling decisions, and platform selection Support the development of repeatable AI-enabled offerings, accelerators, and frameworks across the consulting practice Act as a trusted advisor to clients throughout discovery, design, and early delivery phases Stay current on emerging AI technologies, enterprise adoption trends, governance considerations, and market developments Technical Focus Areas Agentic AI and enterprise LLM applications Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures AI agents and workflow orchestration AI solution architecture and systems integration Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, GCP Vertex AI, or similar platforms Enterprise AI governance, scalability, and deployment considerations AI-enabled automation and operational transformation Skills & Experience Experience delivering AI, data, or digital transformation solutions within a consulting or professional services environment Strong understanding of agentic AI, LLMs, and modern AI solution patterns Experience leading client-facing workshops, technical discovery sessions, and solution discussions Proven ability to shape technical solutions for proposals, RFPs, and consulting engagements Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage credibly with both technical and non-technical audiences Experience working across architecture, delivery, and advisory functions within complex enterprise environments Ability to balance hands-on technical involvement with client engagement responsibilities Consulting experience from firms or similar environments would be highly beneficial Why This Role Opportunity to help shape a growing AI capability within an evolving consulting business High exposure to enterprise AI transformation programmes and senior client stakeholders Broad role spanning advisory, architecture, solution design, and delivery engagement Clear progression path into broader AI leadership responsibilities over time £100,000-£130,000 base + bonus AI Associate Director (London) - Client-Facing AI Solutions & Architecture RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
The Centre for Long-Term Resilience
City Of Westminster, London
Job title: Operations Associate Type: Full-Time Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week) Salary: c. £55,000 depending on experience Start date: ASAP About CLTR The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance. Your Role Operations Associates play a pivotal role at CLTR, supporting the effective operations of our growing policy units. We are hiring two new staff in this position, one to support our AI Policy Unit and one to support our Biosecurity Policy Unit. Embedded within either our AI or Biosecurity unit, your role will be to provide a flexible range of operational, administrative and project support. This includes administrative responsibilities such as organising meetings, managing team calendars, and providing executive assistance support to unit Directors, alongside more substantive project management support to ongoing policy projects, fundraising proposals, and other responsibilities as determined by the priorities of the unit. These roles also offer the opportunity to develop skills supporting grant writing and other fundraising activities. Although the roles are embedded within their respective policy units, they collaborate regularly with our central Operations unit, and have scope to contribute to operational projects supporting CLTR's organisational development. This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to individuals looking to develop skills and experience in project management and operations within a thriving non-profit, focused on some of the most pressing issues of our time. With touch points into multiple parts of the organisation, the role offers fantastic exposure to different areas of work in a growing think tank. What you'll do: Operations support and administration: Coordinate team meetings, events and travel logistics Support policy team members in preparing presentations and other written outputs, e.g. website copy Coordinate team publication pipeline and related processes, e.g. liaising with copy editors and designers Coordinating management of contractors supporting policy unit work Support coordination of stakeholder engagement by team members, including upkeep of CRM systems Oversee the team calendar and coordinate planning of team-level activities, supporting the unit Director and Delivery Manager Ensure clear processes are in place at unit level for filing key documents, knowledge management, and other information security related procedures Support onboarding processes for new team members, in coordination with People Operations Support budget tracking and follow up of invoices and expenses at unit level Project coordination: Coordinate tracking of multiple unit projects and ensure progress updates are shared in a streamlined way Coordinate activity and impact logging across unit members, in collaboration with the unit Delivery Manager Provide flexible support to project activities as requested, including background research or other project management back stopping Grant writing and fundraising: Support in the coordination of input to grant proposals from policy unit staff, in close partnership with the Fundraising unit Contribute directly to grant writing, with appropriate support Contribute to ensuring consistent language and references across funding proposals within the unit, drawing on past project performance and project trackers Executive assistance: Support the unit Director with email and diary management Act as a reliable "gatekeeper" for the unit Director's time, and contribute to strategic decisions around time management (external invites, internal priorities, focus time etc) Provide travel booking and logistical support to the unit Director Please note this is not an exhaustive list, and you will be expected to carry out other tasks as reasonably required by your line manager Person Specification Essential Demonstrable experience in an operations, administrative or project management role. Project coordination skills, with the ability to coordinate work across multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines. A genuine passion for administration and operations, and in particular for identifying efficiencies and making systems work for people. Exceptional attention to detail, especially for coordinating complex calendars and travel logistics, preparing written documents and website content. Experience using tools like Google Slides, Canva or Powerpoint to prepare clear, professional briefing materials and presentations. Ability to produce clear written content for different audiences, e.g. funding proposals, website copy. The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times, including comfort with information-security protocols and sensitive document handling. High agency, flexibility and a proactive, ownership-driven approach - you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly - giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners. A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land. Eligible to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Desirable Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment Experience working as an executive assistant Experience working within either the AI safety or biosecurity policy ecosystem Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile This role might not be right for you if you're looking for a role with significant strategic or line-management scope. This is a hands-on coordination role with growth potential. It also isn't a stepping stone into policy research; we're looking for someone genuinely energised by operational excellence and developing a career trajectory within operations and / or project management. Location and Travel Requirements Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least two times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates. Salary and Benefits c.£55,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss. In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays; £5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.; £3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time; £2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies; A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution); Private health insurance; Group life insurance; Generous parental leave benefits; and Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays. Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible. Application Process To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter via this link by 0900 BST on 1st July. Please use your cover letter to outline how you meet the person specification above. We plan to conduct first round interviews with selected candidates on 15th, 16th and 17th July. First round interviews will be held remotely. Final interviews will be held on 23rd and 24th July in person at CLTR's office in London. If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please contact us via Equal opportunities As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also warmly welcome applicants returning to work after career breaks. We know that our organisation is strengthened by the rich variety of perspectives that a truly diverse workforce brings. We want to make sure that our selection processes are as fair as they can possibly be, providing a level playing field for anyone who wants to come and work at CLTR. Therefore, if you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process, including interview . click apply for full job details
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
Job title: Operations Associate Type: Full-Time Location: Westminster, London (expectation of working from our office 2-3 days a week) Salary: c. £55,000 depending on experience Start date: ASAP About CLTR The Centre for Long-Term Resilience (CLTR) is a UK-based, non-profit and independent think tank with a mission to transform global resilience to extreme AI and biological risks. We achieve this by working with governments and institutions, offering targeted, evidence-based advice designed to enhance understanding, decision-making and governance. Your Role Operations Associates play a pivotal role at CLTR, supporting the effective operations of our growing policy units. We are hiring two new staff in this position, one to support our AI Policy Unit and one to support our Biosecurity Policy Unit. Embedded within either our AI or Biosecurity unit, your role will be to provide a flexible range of operational, administrative and project support. This includes administrative responsibilities such as organising meetings, managing team calendars, and providing executive assistance support to unit Directors, alongside more substantive project management support to ongoing policy projects, fundraising proposals, and other responsibilities as determined by the priorities of the unit. These roles also offer the opportunity to develop skills supporting grant writing and other fundraising activities. Although the roles are embedded within their respective policy units, they collaborate regularly with our central Operations unit, and have scope to contribute to operational projects supporting CLTR's organisational development. This is a hands-on, generalist role suited to individuals looking to develop skills and experience in project management and operations within a thriving non-profit, focused on some of the most pressing issues of our time. With touch points into multiple parts of the organisation, the role offers fantastic exposure to different areas of work in a growing think tank. What you'll do: Operations support and administration: Coordinate team meetings, events and travel logistics Support policy team members in preparing presentations and other written outputs, e.g. website copy Coordinate team publication pipeline and related processes, e.g. liaising with copy editors and designers Coordinating management of contractors supporting policy unit work Support coordination of stakeholder engagement by team members, including upkeep of CRM systems Oversee the team calendar and coordinate planning of team-level activities, supporting the unit Director and Delivery Manager Ensure clear processes are in place at unit level for filing key documents, knowledge management, and other information security related procedures Support onboarding processes for new team members, in coordination with People Operations Support budget tracking and follow up of invoices and expenses at unit level Project coordination: Coordinate tracking of multiple unit projects and ensure progress updates are shared in a streamlined way Coordinate activity and impact logging across unit members, in collaboration with the unit Delivery Manager Provide flexible support to project activities as requested, including background research or other project management back stopping Grant writing and fundraising: Support in the coordination of input to grant proposals from policy unit staff, in close partnership with the Fundraising unit Contribute directly to grant writing, with appropriate support Contribute to ensuring consistent language and references across funding proposals within the unit, drawing on past project performance and project trackers Executive assistance: Support the unit Director with email and diary management Act as a reliable "gatekeeper" for the unit Director's time, and contribute to strategic decisions around time management (external invites, internal priorities, focus time etc) Provide travel booking and logistical support to the unit Director Please note this is not an exhaustive list, and you will be expected to carry out other tasks as reasonably required by your line manager Person Specification Essential Demonstrable experience in an operations, administrative or project management role. Project coordination skills, with the ability to coordinate work across multiple workstreams simultaneously and deliver to deadlines. A genuine passion for administration and operations, and in particular for identifying efficiencies and making systems work for people. Exceptional attention to detail, especially for coordinating complex calendars and travel logistics, preparing written documents and website content. Experience using tools like Google Slides, Canva or Powerpoint to prepare clear, professional briefing materials and presentations. Ability to produce clear written content for different audiences, e.g. funding proposals, website copy. The ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times, including comfort with information-security protocols and sensitive document handling. High agency, flexibility and a proactive, ownership-driven approach - you follow through on commitments, adapt quickly, and don't wait to be told what needs doing. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly, kindly and directly - giving and receiving feedback openly, and building strong relationships across teams and with external partners. A genuine commitment to CLTR's mission and an understanding that getting the operations right is what enables high-impact work to land. Eligible to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas for this role. Desirable Experience working in a not-for-profit, think tank, research organisation, or similarly mission-driven environment Experience working as an executive assistant Experience working within either the AI safety or biosecurity policy ecosystem Knowledge of project management methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Agile This role might not be right for you if you're looking for a role with significant strategic or line-management scope. This is a hands-on coordination role with growth potential. It also isn't a stepping stone into policy research; we're looking for someone genuinely energised by operational excellence and developing a career trajectory within operations and / or project management. Location and Travel Requirements Flexible location within the UK, with the expectation of attending our central London office at least two times a week, including Mondays. We are open to discussing remote and flexible working arrangements with candidates. Salary and Benefits c.£55,000, depending on experience. If you are interested in this position, but the salary is a barrier to applying, please get in touch with our team to discuss. In addition to your salary, CLTR offers a generous benefits package which includes: 30 days annual leave, plus public holidays; £5,000 (before tax) annual wellbeing budget, for you to spend at your discretion on items such as gym membership, therapy, meditation, etc.; £3,000 annual learning and development budget, plus up to five days paid work time; £2,000 onboarding grant for equipment and supplies; A pension contribution scheme (up to 7% employer-matched contribution); Private health insurance; Group life insurance; Generous parental leave benefits; and Paid office lunches twice a week including on Mondays. Working with CLTR also comes with a commitment to caring deeply about your wellbeing, career development and overall experience working with our team, and to respect your preferred working patterns, including flexible working hours as agreed with line managers, wherever possible. Application Process To apply for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter via this link by 0900 BST on 1st July. Please use your cover letter to outline how you meet the person specification above. We plan to conduct first round interviews with selected candidates on 15th, 16th and 17th July. First round interviews will be held remotely. Final interviews will be held on 23rd and 24th July in person at CLTR's office in London. If you have any questions regarding the process or dates above, please contact us via Equal opportunities As an employer we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also warmly welcome applicants returning to work after career breaks. We know that our organisation is strengthened by the rich variety of perspectives that a truly diverse workforce brings. We want to make sure that our selection processes are as fair as they can possibly be, providing a level playing field for anyone who wants to come and work at CLTR. Therefore, if you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process, including interview . click apply for full job details
My client is recruiting for experienced Private Client Solicitors, Legal Executives or Paralegals to join their team on a fully remote basis. My clients award-winning firm stands apart from other practices; they are incredibly entrepreneurial, creative and offer great flexibility to their staff. They have a family friendly feel throughout the practice, they invest heavily in their staff and due to continued growth; they can offer strong prospects. They have acquired several businesses over recent years which have enabled them to become one of the UKs largest probate providers. Due to this unparalleled growth, they are able to provide a fast-track route for fee-earners to become Salaried Directors within three years, just by hitting your target in 3 non consecutive years. Their approach to business and their clients has put them ahead of competitors. They have core values that define who they are, how they operate and the services they offer. Their success is down to their people and the strong relationship they have built with their clients. The team Due to expansion they are recruiting for an experienced and highly skilled Private Client Lawyer to join the department. Everyone works in a cohesive environment but with the autonomy to run and develop their caseload and build client relationships. Many lawyers within the team are STEP members but everyone shares their expertise, knowledge and experience to support one another. The role You will take on an already existing case load of varied Private Client work which will consist of Wills, Probate, Administration of Estates, LPA s, Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts. There is plenty of opportunity to grow and develop the work and you will be encouraged and given the independence to build relationships with other departments and external referrers. You will also be given the option to be actively involved with supporting and mentoring junior members of the department. Salary and Benefits • Fully remote working • Bonus scheme • Opportunity for quarterly and annual salary increases through our employee incentive scheme • Company pension scheme • Death in service benefit • Exclusive employee discounts • SMART health program • Significant career progression opportunities, including STEP certification and potential advancement to Director level Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Jun 21, 2026
Full time
My client is recruiting for experienced Private Client Solicitors, Legal Executives or Paralegals to join their team on a fully remote basis. My clients award-winning firm stands apart from other practices; they are incredibly entrepreneurial, creative and offer great flexibility to their staff. They have a family friendly feel throughout the practice, they invest heavily in their staff and due to continued growth; they can offer strong prospects. They have acquired several businesses over recent years which have enabled them to become one of the UKs largest probate providers. Due to this unparalleled growth, they are able to provide a fast-track route for fee-earners to become Salaried Directors within three years, just by hitting your target in 3 non consecutive years. Their approach to business and their clients has put them ahead of competitors. They have core values that define who they are, how they operate and the services they offer. Their success is down to their people and the strong relationship they have built with their clients. The team Due to expansion they are recruiting for an experienced and highly skilled Private Client Lawyer to join the department. Everyone works in a cohesive environment but with the autonomy to run and develop their caseload and build client relationships. Many lawyers within the team are STEP members but everyone shares their expertise, knowledge and experience to support one another. The role You will take on an already existing case load of varied Private Client work which will consist of Wills, Probate, Administration of Estates, LPA s, Inheritance Tax Planning and Trusts. There is plenty of opportunity to grow and develop the work and you will be encouraged and given the independence to build relationships with other departments and external referrers. You will also be given the option to be actively involved with supporting and mentoring junior members of the department. Salary and Benefits • Fully remote working • Bonus scheme • Opportunity for quarterly and annual salary increases through our employee incentive scheme • Company pension scheme • Death in service benefit • Exclusive employee discounts • SMART health program • Significant career progression opportunities, including STEP certification and potential advancement to Director level Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Reporting to: Finance Director Start Date: Immediate Working Hours: Mon Fri, 9am 5pm Probation Period: 6 months Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Job Location: Office Based SCOPE The Financial Controller is a senior-level responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with financial regulations, and the overall financial health of the company. The Financial Controller acts as a bridge between the finance department and executive management, providing insights and guidance on financial matters to support strategic decision-making. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting To ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. This includes managing the month-end and year-end closing processes, consolidating financial data, balance sheet reconciliation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The Financial Controller will also prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external entities, such as auditors and regulatory bodies. Budgeting and Forecasting The Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and the commercial team to develop budgets that align with the organisation s strategic goals. The Financial Controller will also monitor performance, analyses variances, and provides forecasts to anticipate future financial trends and challenges. Internal Controls and Compliance Ensuring robust internal controls, design and implement control systems to safeguard the organisation s assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with financial regulations such as GAAP or IFRS, undertake regular review of the process with the FD and provide guidance to the board on proposed changes. Cash Flow Management Monitor cash flow, manage working capital requirements, and ensure that the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations. Develop, alongside the commercial team, strategies to optimise cash flow and reduce financial risks. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Analytical Skills Interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights, identify trends, assess financial performance, and make recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing insights that support strategic decision making. Leadership and Communication Act as the deputy to the FD, providing direct advice and guidance to the Directors/Managers and to the Board as required by the FD or other leadership, and as required external parties such as funders, investors, regulatory bodies and external auditors. Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively, ensuring that stakeholders are informed and engaged. To mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform effectively. Technical Proficiency A deep understanding of accounting principles, financial software, and regulatory requirements, be proficient in using financial management systems and tools to streamline processes and enhance reporting accuracy. Strategic Thinking Aligning financial management with the organisation s long-term objectives, evaluating financial risks and opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to the development of business strategies. Budgeting and Forecasting Ability to create detailed budgets and forecasts that can be cascaded through teams, working closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure that budgets meet the overall objectives of the business. Regularly review forecasts taking account of market and operational risks and advise senior management accordingly QUALIFICATIONS . A bachelor s or master s degree in finance, accounting. As a minimum we require one of the following accreditations (Fully Qualified or Part Qualified) Chartered Accountant (CA): Recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Chartered Management Accountant (CMA): Offered by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) TECHNICAL SKILLS Key technical skills include: Financial Reporting: Proficiency in preparing and analysing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Ability to explain and illustrate complex information in a manner that is clearly understood. Budgeting and Forecasting: Ability to develop, manage, and analyse budgets and financial forecasts to guide strategic decision making. Accounting Software: Expertise in using accounting software preferably construction focused such as 4PS/Business Central or Coins or as a minimum platform such as SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or Sage for financial management and reporting. Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Project Accounting: Proficiency in Job Costing ability to prepare reliable cost to complete data and align with income. Regulatory Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and compliance This includes but is not limited to: UK GAAP and IFRS: Knowledge of UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essential for accurate financial reporting. Tax Regulations: Familiarity with UK tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies. Audit Processes: Understanding of internal and external audit processes to ensure financial accuracy and integrity. Soft Skills Leadership and Management: Ability to lead and manage finance teams, providing guidance and support to achieve organizational goals. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying financial issues and developing effective solutions to address them. Diligence: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance. EXPERIENCE Industry Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in a contractor or engineering consultant, and full understanding of operational requirement in the construction industry including the specific risks which are present in the transaction cycle. People Responsibility: A history of managing and developing high performing teams fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment,
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Reporting to: Finance Director Start Date: Immediate Working Hours: Mon Fri, 9am 5pm Probation Period: 6 months Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Job Location: Office Based SCOPE The Financial Controller is a senior-level responsible for overseeing financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, compliance with financial regulations, and the overall financial health of the company. The Financial Controller acts as a bridge between the finance department and executive management, providing insights and guidance on financial matters to support strategic decision-making. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Financial Reporting To ensure the timely and accurate preparation of financial statements. This includes managing the month-end and year-end closing processes, consolidating financial data, balance sheet reconciliation and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. The Financial Controller will also prepare reports for internal stakeholders and external entities, such as auditors and regulatory bodies. Budgeting and Forecasting The Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in the budgeting and forecasting processes, working closely with department heads and the commercial team to develop budgets that align with the organisation s strategic goals. The Financial Controller will also monitor performance, analyses variances, and provides forecasts to anticipate future financial trends and challenges. Internal Controls and Compliance Ensuring robust internal controls, design and implement control systems to safeguard the organisation s assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with financial regulations such as GAAP or IFRS, undertake regular review of the process with the FD and provide guidance to the board on proposed changes. Cash Flow Management Monitor cash flow, manage working capital requirements, and ensure that the company has sufficient liquidity to meet its obligations. Develop, alongside the commercial team, strategies to optimise cash flow and reduce financial risks. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Analytical Skills Interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights, identify trends, assess financial performance, and make recommendations to improve efficiency and profitability. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for improvement, providing insights that support strategic decision making. Leadership and Communication Act as the deputy to the FD, providing direct advice and guidance to the Directors/Managers and to the Board as required by the FD or other leadership, and as required external parties such as funders, investors, regulatory bodies and external auditors. Communicate financial performance, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively, ensuring that stakeholders are informed and engaged. To mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, ensuring that the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform effectively. Technical Proficiency A deep understanding of accounting principles, financial software, and regulatory requirements, be proficient in using financial management systems and tools to streamline processes and enhance reporting accuracy. Strategic Thinking Aligning financial management with the organisation s long-term objectives, evaluating financial risks and opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to the development of business strategies. Budgeting and Forecasting Ability to create detailed budgets and forecasts that can be cascaded through teams, working closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure that budgets meet the overall objectives of the business. Regularly review forecasts taking account of market and operational risks and advise senior management accordingly QUALIFICATIONS . A bachelor s or master s degree in finance, accounting. As a minimum we require one of the following accreditations (Fully Qualified or Part Qualified) Chartered Accountant (CA): Recognised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Chartered Management Accountant (CMA): Offered by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) TECHNICAL SKILLS Key technical skills include: Financial Reporting: Proficiency in preparing and analysing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Ability to explain and illustrate complex information in a manner that is clearly understood. Budgeting and Forecasting: Ability to develop, manage, and analyse budgets and financial forecasts to guide strategic decision making. Accounting Software: Expertise in using accounting software preferably construction focused such as 4PS/Business Central or Coins or as a minimum platform such as SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or Sage for financial management and reporting. Data Analysis: Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Project Accounting: Proficiency in Job Costing ability to prepare reliable cost to complete data and align with income. Regulatory Knowledge A comprehensive understanding of financial regulations and compliance This includes but is not limited to: UK GAAP and IFRS: Knowledge of UK Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is essential for accurate financial reporting. Tax Regulations: Familiarity with UK tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize tax strategies. Audit Processes: Understanding of internal and external audit processes to ensure financial accuracy and integrity. Soft Skills Leadership and Management: Ability to lead and manage finance teams, providing guidance and support to achieve organizational goals. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. Problem-Solving: Aptitude for identifying financial issues and developing effective solutions to address them. Diligence: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting and compliance. EXPERIENCE Industry Experience: A minimum of 5 years experience in a contractor or engineering consultant, and full understanding of operational requirement in the construction industry including the specific risks which are present in the transaction cycle. People Responsibility: A history of managing and developing high performing teams fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment,
Director of Finance Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 30-37.5 per week) Contract: Permanent Lead Finance. Shape Strategy. Change Lives. We are delighted to be partnering with an ambitious and growing charity to recruit a Director of Finance . This is a rare opportunity to join a values-led organisation delivering vital homelessness, housing and care services, and to play a key role in shaping its future. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic financial leadership across a complex organisation with a turnover of £20-25m. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior colleagues, you will ensure the organisation remains financially strong, sustainable and well-positioned to expand its impact. This role offers the chance to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level while leading a dedicated finance team and driving continuous improvement across financial systems, controls and reporting. The Opportunity You will: Lead the organisation's financial strategy, planning and performance. Oversee annual budgets, forecasting, cashflow management and long-term financial sustainability. Provide expert financial advice and challenge to the Board, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team. Lead financial input into major bids, contracts, grants and business development opportunities. Ensure robust financial controls, governance and regulatory compliance. Oversee statutory accounts, audits and financial reporting. Develop and support the finance team, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Drive financial awareness and accountability across the organisation. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with a proven track record of operating in a senior finance leadership role. You will bring: Significant experience of strategic financial leadership and business planning. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including forecasting, modelling and risk management. Experience leading finance teams and improving systems, controls and processes. The ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders and Boards. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences. A collaborative and values-driven approach to leadership. Experience within the charity, housing, homelessness, supported housing or social care sectors would be advantageous but is not essential
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Director of Finance Salary: £70,000 per annum (actual salary dependent on agreed hours of 30-37.5 per week) Contract: Permanent Lead Finance. Shape Strategy. Change Lives. We are delighted to be partnering with an ambitious and growing charity to recruit a Director of Finance . This is a rare opportunity to join a values-led organisation delivering vital homelessness, housing and care services, and to play a key role in shaping its future. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic financial leadership across a complex organisation with a turnover of £20-25m. Working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior colleagues, you will ensure the organisation remains financially strong, sustainable and well-positioned to expand its impact. This role offers the chance to influence strategic decision-making at the highest level while leading a dedicated finance team and driving continuous improvement across financial systems, controls and reporting. The Opportunity You will: Lead the organisation's financial strategy, planning and performance. Oversee annual budgets, forecasting, cashflow management and long-term financial sustainability. Provide expert financial advice and challenge to the Board, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team. Lead financial input into major bids, contracts, grants and business development opportunities. Ensure robust financial controls, governance and regulatory compliance. Oversee statutory accounts, audits and financial reporting. Develop and support the finance team, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Drive financial awareness and accountability across the organisation. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) with a proven track record of operating in a senior finance leadership role. You will bring: Significant experience of strategic financial leadership and business planning. Strong commercial and financial acumen, including forecasting, modelling and risk management. Experience leading finance teams and improving systems, controls and processes. The ability to influence, challenge and build credibility with senior stakeholders and Boards. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information for non-financial audiences. A collaborative and values-driven approach to leadership. Experience within the charity, housing, homelessness, supported housing or social care sectors would be advantageous but is not essential
Responsible for leading digital products and platforms. Lead major digital change. About Our Client Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. We help people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity. We do this by investing in artists and organisations that make and deliver exceptional, inspirational work for our communities. We set out our strategic vision in Let's Create that by 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. We invest public money from the Government and the National Lottery to help support the sector and to deliver this vision. Job Description Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Information Officer, as Director of Digital, you will lead Arts Council England's digital products and platforms, including Grants Management, CRM, Museum and Cultural Property services, the digital workplace and new AI-enabled capabilities. You will be accountable for the strategy, investment decisions and governance that ensure these services are reliable, secure, accessible and meet public-sector requirements. These services are essential to how we fund and support the sector, meet our obligations, and serve applicants, funded organisations, staff and partners. You will work closely with the Technology Director to align product direction with architecture, operational resilience and service performance, and you will be the senior voice representing business needs in digital delivery decisions. Key accountabilities: Set a clear vision and strategy for digital products and platforms. Lead and govern delivery across "run and improve" services and major transformation programmes. Ensure services meet standards for value for money, accessibility, security, data protection and assurance. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, the Executive Board and delivery partners. Develop a high-performing team, and create an inclusive, values-led culture. Key responsibilities: Own the digital product and platform portfolio, setting priorities and balancing day-to-day service needs with longer-term change. Set direction for product roadmaps and investment, based on user needs, evidence and organisational priorities. Provide clear governance for design and change decisions, ensuring the right controls and pace of delivery. Be accountable for service performance, resilience and risk management, working with Technology to meet agreed service levels. Lead major digital change, including modernising legacy systems and improving integrations and data quality. Sponsor innovation where it adds value (including AI and automation), running controlled trials and scaling what works. Manage budgets and suppliers, ensuring strong contract performance, good commercial discipline and value for money. Lead, coach and develop the Digital team, planning capacity and building succession for key roles. Represent digital at senior forums, building alignment across Operations, Funding, Data & Insights and corporate functions. Key relationships: Chief Digital and Information Officer Technology Director and Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Chief Data Officer and Data & Insights colleagues Executive Board, transformation governance groups and peer Directors Operational leaders across Funding and corporate services (e.g., Finance, HR, Procurement) External suppliers and delivery partners The Successful Applicant About you: You are a strategic, credible leader who can work at the executive level and stay close enough to delivery to remove barriers and make good decisions. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and can explain complex issues in plain English. You understand modern digital product and platform delivery, including user-centred design, integrations, data and good service management. You can lead and improve supplier performance and contracts, and you take a disciplined approach to value for money, risk and assurance. You lead collaboratively and invest in building a high-performing, inclusive team. Essential requirements: You will need strong evidence of strategic leadership, delivery and commercial judgement. Senior leadership experience owning a portfolio of digital products/platforms across live service, improvement and transformation. Proven people leadership, including developing leaders and building a high-performing, inclusive team. Experience setting strategy and turning it into clear roadmaps, priorities, governance and measurable outcomes. Strong stakeholder management, able to influence Executive and Board-level decisions and build trust across the organisation. Commercial and financial management experience, including managing significant budgets (typically up to £5m) and leading supplier/partner performance. Good working knowledge of modern delivery and service approaches (e.g., agile/hybrid delivery, DevOps, continuous improvement) and when to use them. Experience ensuring services meet security and data protection requirements, with a working knowledge of recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001 / NIST and UK GDPR). Desirable requirements but not essential: A relevant degree or equivalent experience. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., programme/project delivery, enterprise architecture or service management). What's on Offer Salary: The role will pay a competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum. Pension scheme: The Arts Council retirement plan is a final salary scheme with contributions on a sliding scale. Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays and an additional three days leave at Christmas. All staff also earn one additional leave day per full year of service (up to five days), and we offer a scheme to buy and sell annual leave. There is also a winter closure of three days between Christmas and New Year for all colleagues. We offer generous sick pay, paid maternity, paternity and adoptive parental leave, as well as up to five days a year for personal and religious reasons. Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Manchester Office (factoring in flexibility when required) Life assurance: All staff members are automatically provided with life assurance cover. Wellbeing support: Our internalwellbeing strategy launched in 2021, and colleagues have access to a range of resources to support theirwellbeing, including: Unmind: a workplace mental health platform. The Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential 24/7 telephone counselling service which offers impartial external advice and support on personal, legal, financial and line management issues, plus up to six counselling sessions per year. A fully trained team of internal Mental Health First Aiders. Learning & development: We invest in the growth and development of all our staff, including professional qualifications, in-house and external training courses, conferences, e-learning, apprenticeships and more. We encourage individuals and teams to keep learning and developing - as a gold standard Investor in People, we provide flexible and adaptable learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Shopping discounts: Exclusive savings on high street and online shops, holidays, cinema tickets, gym membership, dining out and more. Relocation support: Newly appointed staff who need to move residence are eligible to apply for up to £5,000 support. Travel loans: Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, as well as bicycle, car and motorbike loans for those who regularly use them for commuting. Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups. If you are disabled and your application meets the essential criteria for the post, we guarantee you an interview. Candidates who wish to apply under this scheme should indicate this on their cover letter under 'Candidate Personal Information' and then demonstrate within their cover letter how they have met the essential criteria for the role. Contact: Rutesh Shah Quote job ref: JN-216 Job summary Function CIO & IT Leadership Subsector CIO & IT Leadership Subsector Industry Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Location Manchester Contract type Permanent
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Responsible for leading digital products and platforms. Lead major digital change. About Our Client Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. We help people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity. We do this by investing in artists and organisations that make and deliver exceptional, inspirational work for our communities. We set out our strategic vision in Let's Create that by 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. We invest public money from the Government and the National Lottery to help support the sector and to deliver this vision. Job Description Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Information Officer, as Director of Digital, you will lead Arts Council England's digital products and platforms, including Grants Management, CRM, Museum and Cultural Property services, the digital workplace and new AI-enabled capabilities. You will be accountable for the strategy, investment decisions and governance that ensure these services are reliable, secure, accessible and meet public-sector requirements. These services are essential to how we fund and support the sector, meet our obligations, and serve applicants, funded organisations, staff and partners. You will work closely with the Technology Director to align product direction with architecture, operational resilience and service performance, and you will be the senior voice representing business needs in digital delivery decisions. Key accountabilities: Set a clear vision and strategy for digital products and platforms. Lead and govern delivery across "run and improve" services and major transformation programmes. Ensure services meet standards for value for money, accessibility, security, data protection and assurance. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, the Executive Board and delivery partners. Develop a high-performing team, and create an inclusive, values-led culture. Key responsibilities: Own the digital product and platform portfolio, setting priorities and balancing day-to-day service needs with longer-term change. Set direction for product roadmaps and investment, based on user needs, evidence and organisational priorities. Provide clear governance for design and change decisions, ensuring the right controls and pace of delivery. Be accountable for service performance, resilience and risk management, working with Technology to meet agreed service levels. Lead major digital change, including modernising legacy systems and improving integrations and data quality. Sponsor innovation where it adds value (including AI and automation), running controlled trials and scaling what works. Manage budgets and suppliers, ensuring strong contract performance, good commercial discipline and value for money. Lead, coach and develop the Digital team, planning capacity and building succession for key roles. Represent digital at senior forums, building alignment across Operations, Funding, Data & Insights and corporate functions. Key relationships: Chief Digital and Information Officer Technology Director and Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Chief Data Officer and Data & Insights colleagues Executive Board, transformation governance groups and peer Directors Operational leaders across Funding and corporate services (e.g., Finance, HR, Procurement) External suppliers and delivery partners The Successful Applicant About you: You are a strategic, credible leader who can work at the executive level and stay close enough to delivery to remove barriers and make good decisions. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and can explain complex issues in plain English. You understand modern digital product and platform delivery, including user-centred design, integrations, data and good service management. You can lead and improve supplier performance and contracts, and you take a disciplined approach to value for money, risk and assurance. You lead collaboratively and invest in building a high-performing, inclusive team. Essential requirements: You will need strong evidence of strategic leadership, delivery and commercial judgement. Senior leadership experience owning a portfolio of digital products/platforms across live service, improvement and transformation. Proven people leadership, including developing leaders and building a high-performing, inclusive team. Experience setting strategy and turning it into clear roadmaps, priorities, governance and measurable outcomes. Strong stakeholder management, able to influence Executive and Board-level decisions and build trust across the organisation. Commercial and financial management experience, including managing significant budgets (typically up to £5m) and leading supplier/partner performance. Good working knowledge of modern delivery and service approaches (e.g., agile/hybrid delivery, DevOps, continuous improvement) and when to use them. Experience ensuring services meet security and data protection requirements, with a working knowledge of recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001 / NIST and UK GDPR). Desirable requirements but not essential: A relevant degree or equivalent experience. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., programme/project delivery, enterprise architecture or service management). What's on Offer Salary: The role will pay a competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum. Pension scheme: The Arts Council retirement plan is a final salary scheme with contributions on a sliding scale. Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays and an additional three days leave at Christmas. All staff also earn one additional leave day per full year of service (up to five days), and we offer a scheme to buy and sell annual leave. There is also a winter closure of three days between Christmas and New Year for all colleagues. We offer generous sick pay, paid maternity, paternity and adoptive parental leave, as well as up to five days a year for personal and religious reasons. Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Manchester Office (factoring in flexibility when required) Life assurance: All staff members are automatically provided with life assurance cover. Wellbeing support: Our internalwellbeing strategy launched in 2021, and colleagues have access to a range of resources to support theirwellbeing, including: Unmind: a workplace mental health platform. The Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential 24/7 telephone counselling service which offers impartial external advice and support on personal, legal, financial and line management issues, plus up to six counselling sessions per year. A fully trained team of internal Mental Health First Aiders. Learning & development: We invest in the growth and development of all our staff, including professional qualifications, in-house and external training courses, conferences, e-learning, apprenticeships and more. We encourage individuals and teams to keep learning and developing - as a gold standard Investor in People, we provide flexible and adaptable learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Shopping discounts: Exclusive savings on high street and online shops, holidays, cinema tickets, gym membership, dining out and more. Relocation support: Newly appointed staff who need to move residence are eligible to apply for up to £5,000 support. Travel loans: Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, as well as bicycle, car and motorbike loans for those who regularly use them for commuting. Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups. If you are disabled and your application meets the essential criteria for the post, we guarantee you an interview. Candidates who wish to apply under this scheme should indicate this on their cover letter under 'Candidate Personal Information' and then demonstrate within their cover letter how they have met the essential criteria for the role. Contact: Rutesh Shah Quote job ref: JN-216 Job summary Function CIO & IT Leadership Subsector CIO & IT Leadership Subsector Industry Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Location Manchester Contract type Permanent
Executive Director - Mary's Meals International Salary: £94,851 plus benefits (Our pay philosophy ensures consistency across locations and salaries. The starting salary for this opportunity plus benefits depends on location of the candidate). The role: We are delighted to be recruiting for a visionary, mission-driven leader to join Mary's Meals International (MMI) as Executive Director. In this new role, you will be reporting to our Board of Trustees, through our Board Chair, and working in collaboration with our President & Founder of Mary's Meals. As Executive Director, you will provide inspirational strategic and operational leadership of MMI, ensuring delivery of its key responsibilities within the global strategic plan. Leading with humility, clarity and courage, you will champion faithful adherence to the vision, mission and values of Mary's Meals, as we strive to grow our global movement and reach the next child waiting for Mary's Meals. As Executive Director, you will: Lead MMI in delivering its objectives across the three strategic pillars: Feed, Grow and Strengthen. Oversee the coordination and implementation of global strategy. Provide inspirational leadership to MMI and the MMI Executive Leadership Team. Strengthen organisational systems, governance and development. Foster strong collaboration across the global network. Work closely with the Board, President and Founder and MMI teams to support sustainable growth across Affiliate organisations. About you: You are an inspiring, effective and authentic leader with significant experience at executive or CEO level, in a complex organisation, ideally with an international footprint. Experience in an international non-profit, charity or social impact organisation would be advantageous, though not essential. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a deep understanding of our work gained through prior engagement with our mission. You will also bring: Proven ability to inspire and lead senior teams, while cultivating a strong organisational culture. Demonstrated success in developing and delivering strategy to drive growth, innovation and organisational strengthening. Highly developed communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences. Proven experience of leading transformational change, while maintaining stability and mission focus. A deep personal commitment to the vision, mission and values of Mary's Meals. About us: We are a global movement supported by people from all walks of life, united by one goal - that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. As an organisation, named after Mary the mother of Jesus and shaped by Christian values, we feel that the way we do things is as important as the result and we welcome all who wish to play their part in our important work. We continue to change the lives of over 3 million children who today will receive Mary's Meals. We are a values-driven organisation - we believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, we are fully committed to a culture of safeguarding, we are committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement. We believe in the innate goodness and dignity of every person. In line with this, Mary's Meals is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. All applicants will be considered fairly and on merit, without discrimination of any kind. We are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work-life balance. We have an office in Glasgow for those who would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis. Some travel to Glasgow, other locations across the UK and to countries where Mary's Meals operates will be required. Our Benefits: 34 days annual leave (pro-rated for part time working patterns) including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year, to a maximum of 39 days (+ option to buy another week) Flexible working Employee Assistance Programme Life assurance Pension Additional Information: Salary advertised is for UK based candidates, our salary philosophy ensures consistency across locations where Mary's Meals operates, please reach out to for more information about salaries in other locations. To apply: If you are inspired to join our movement and our vision, mission and values resonate with you, we would love to hear from you.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Executive Director - Mary's Meals International Salary: £94,851 plus benefits (Our pay philosophy ensures consistency across locations and salaries. The starting salary for this opportunity plus benefits depends on location of the candidate). The role: We are delighted to be recruiting for a visionary, mission-driven leader to join Mary's Meals International (MMI) as Executive Director. In this new role, you will be reporting to our Board of Trustees, through our Board Chair, and working in collaboration with our President & Founder of Mary's Meals. As Executive Director, you will provide inspirational strategic and operational leadership of MMI, ensuring delivery of its key responsibilities within the global strategic plan. Leading with humility, clarity and courage, you will champion faithful adherence to the vision, mission and values of Mary's Meals, as we strive to grow our global movement and reach the next child waiting for Mary's Meals. As Executive Director, you will: Lead MMI in delivering its objectives across the three strategic pillars: Feed, Grow and Strengthen. Oversee the coordination and implementation of global strategy. Provide inspirational leadership to MMI and the MMI Executive Leadership Team. Strengthen organisational systems, governance and development. Foster strong collaboration across the global network. Work closely with the Board, President and Founder and MMI teams to support sustainable growth across Affiliate organisations. About you: You are an inspiring, effective and authentic leader with significant experience at executive or CEO level, in a complex organisation, ideally with an international footprint. Experience in an international non-profit, charity or social impact organisation would be advantageous, though not essential. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a deep understanding of our work gained through prior engagement with our mission. You will also bring: Proven ability to inspire and lead senior teams, while cultivating a strong organisational culture. Demonstrated success in developing and delivering strategy to drive growth, innovation and organisational strengthening. Highly developed communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences. Proven experience of leading transformational change, while maintaining stability and mission focus. A deep personal commitment to the vision, mission and values of Mary's Meals. About us: We are a global movement supported by people from all walks of life, united by one goal - that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. As an organisation, named after Mary the mother of Jesus and shaped by Christian values, we feel that the way we do things is as important as the result and we welcome all who wish to play their part in our important work. We continue to change the lives of over 3 million children who today will receive Mary's Meals. We are a values-driven organisation - we believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, we are fully committed to a culture of safeguarding, we are committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement. We believe in the innate goodness and dignity of every person. In line with this, Mary's Meals is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. All applicants will be considered fairly and on merit, without discrimination of any kind. We are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work-life balance. We have an office in Glasgow for those who would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis. Some travel to Glasgow, other locations across the UK and to countries where Mary's Meals operates will be required. Our Benefits: 34 days annual leave (pro-rated for part time working patterns) including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year, to a maximum of 39 days (+ option to buy another week) Flexible working Employee Assistance Programme Life assurance Pension Additional Information: Salary advertised is for UK based candidates, our salary philosophy ensures consistency across locations where Mary's Meals operates, please reach out to for more information about salaries in other locations. To apply: If you are inspired to join our movement and our vision, mission and values resonate with you, we would love to hear from you.
A purpose-led and growing housing organisation is seeking a Company Secretary to support effective governance, regulatory compliance and board effectiveness across the business. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in ensuring strong governance arrangements, managing company secretarial responsibilities and supporting strategic decision-making. The position offers significant exposure to board-level stakeholders and the opportunity to influence governance practices within a complex and evolving organisation. Responsibilities will include coordinating Board and Committee meetings, maintaining statutory records, overseeing governance frameworks, supporting regulatory compliance and providing governance advice to senior leaders and non-executive directors. You will also contribute to governance reviews, policy development and wider organisational assurance activities. The successful candidate will have experience within company secretarial, governance or board support functions, together with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory compliance. Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to operate confidently at senior level are essential. Offering flexible working, a collaborative culture and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a socially driven organisation, this represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance professional looking for their next challenge. Ref: 4396AK
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
A purpose-led and growing housing organisation is seeking a Company Secretary to support effective governance, regulatory compliance and board effectiveness across the business. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you will play a key role in ensuring strong governance arrangements, managing company secretarial responsibilities and supporting strategic decision-making. The position offers significant exposure to board-level stakeholders and the opportunity to influence governance practices within a complex and evolving organisation. Responsibilities will include coordinating Board and Committee meetings, maintaining statutory records, overseeing governance frameworks, supporting regulatory compliance and providing governance advice to senior leaders and non-executive directors. You will also contribute to governance reviews, policy development and wider organisational assurance activities. The successful candidate will have experience within company secretarial, governance or board support functions, together with a strong understanding of corporate governance principles and regulatory compliance. Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to operate confidently at senior level are essential. Offering flexible working, a collaborative culture and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a socially driven organisation, this represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced governance professional looking for their next challenge. Ref: 4396AK
Lead people services and strengthen the HR foundations in an organisation where you work has a clear and meaningful public purpose. At the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), our People and Inclusion services are vital to our work as a national safeguarding organisation to support safer recruitment decisions across the public, private and voluntary sectors. As Associate Director of People Services, you will join us at a point where People and Inclusion is evolving, and have the chance to improve services, influence senior leaders, support organisational change and help shape a more strategic, responsive and employee-focused HR function that will help DBS to deliver for the people and communities who rely on our work. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day performance and future development of DBS's People Services function, ensuring colleagues and leaders receive clear, timely and expert support across the full employee lifecycle. This will include leading a multi-disciplinary HR team, setting service standards, using data and insight to improve how work is delivered, and making sure core services such as recruitment, payroll, HR advice, business partnering and employee relations run effectively and consistently. You will also play a central role in helping DBS to respond to organisational change. Working with senior leaders, trade unions and external partners, you will provide trusted advice on workforce planning, employment matters, people risk and service improvement. About You This is a role for someone who enjoys both leading teams and solving complex operational challenges, with the scope to improve processes, strengthen relationships and make People Services more responsive, professional and effective. You may already be leading a people services, HR operations or HR business partnering function, and be looking for a broader role where you can shape service delivery, influence senior decision-making and improve the employee experience across a complex public service organisation. You will bring the credibility to advise on sensitive employee relations, organisational change, employment risk and workforce planning, alongside the leadership skills to develop a high-performing HR team. You will be CIPD Level 7 qualified, ideally with Chartered membership or working towards it, and bring substantial senior HR experience gained in a complex organisation. You will have a strong track record of improving professional standards, managing risk and compliance, overseeing budgets, producing clear reports for senior audiences, and getting the best from third-party providers. Experience in a regulatory body, government environment or non-departmental public body would be helpful, but is not essential. Why choose a career at the Disclosure and Barring Service: At DBS, we take pride in our mission and the people who deliver it. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and professional. We offer flexibility and trust, recognising that people do their best work when supported and empowered. We offer: Civil Service pension with generous employer contributions 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus public holidays Flexible and hybrid working options An inclusive, supportive culture Ongoing learning and development opportunities How to apply To find out more about this opportunity and about working for the Disclosure and Barring Service, please click on the APPLY button. The closing date for applications is 10:00 am on Friday 26th June 2026. The DBS is an accredited Disability Confident Employer, and we are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Lead people services and strengthen the HR foundations in an organisation where you work has a clear and meaningful public purpose. At the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), our People and Inclusion services are vital to our work as a national safeguarding organisation to support safer recruitment decisions across the public, private and voluntary sectors. As Associate Director of People Services, you will join us at a point where People and Inclusion is evolving, and have the chance to improve services, influence senior leaders, support organisational change and help shape a more strategic, responsive and employee-focused HR function that will help DBS to deliver for the people and communities who rely on our work. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day performance and future development of DBS's People Services function, ensuring colleagues and leaders receive clear, timely and expert support across the full employee lifecycle. This will include leading a multi-disciplinary HR team, setting service standards, using data and insight to improve how work is delivered, and making sure core services such as recruitment, payroll, HR advice, business partnering and employee relations run effectively and consistently. You will also play a central role in helping DBS to respond to organisational change. Working with senior leaders, trade unions and external partners, you will provide trusted advice on workforce planning, employment matters, people risk and service improvement. About You This is a role for someone who enjoys both leading teams and solving complex operational challenges, with the scope to improve processes, strengthen relationships and make People Services more responsive, professional and effective. You may already be leading a people services, HR operations or HR business partnering function, and be looking for a broader role where you can shape service delivery, influence senior decision-making and improve the employee experience across a complex public service organisation. You will bring the credibility to advise on sensitive employee relations, organisational change, employment risk and workforce planning, alongside the leadership skills to develop a high-performing HR team. You will be CIPD Level 7 qualified, ideally with Chartered membership or working towards it, and bring substantial senior HR experience gained in a complex organisation. You will have a strong track record of improving professional standards, managing risk and compliance, overseeing budgets, producing clear reports for senior audiences, and getting the best from third-party providers. Experience in a regulatory body, government environment or non-departmental public body would be helpful, but is not essential. Why choose a career at the Disclosure and Barring Service: At DBS, we take pride in our mission and the people who deliver it. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and professional. We offer flexibility and trust, recognising that people do their best work when supported and empowered. We offer: Civil Service pension with generous employer contributions 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus public holidays Flexible and hybrid working options An inclusive, supportive culture Ongoing learning and development opportunities How to apply To find out more about this opportunity and about working for the Disclosure and Barring Service, please click on the APPLY button. The closing date for applications is 10:00 am on Friday 26th June 2026. The DBS is an accredited Disability Confident Employer, and we are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming suitably qualified applicants from all backgrounds. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
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 20, 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.
Job Title: Operations Director Location: United Kingdom (home-based) Salary: Competitive Job type: Permanent, Full-time Closing Date: 8th June 2026 About the Organisation: The SDG2 Advocacy Hub is a mission-driven nonprofit working to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger-ending hunger, achieving food security and improved nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture by 2030. The Hub convenes NGOs, civil society, the private sector and UN partners to collaborate, share expertise and drive coordinated global campaigns. With a growing international network, the organisation provides a dynamic environment for professionals committed to global change and food systems transformation. About the Role: This is a pivotal leadership role within the organisation. The Operations Director will provide strategic and operational oversight across all internal functions, ensuring that the organisation operates effectively, sustainably and in line with governance and regulatory requirements. Working closely with the Chief of Staff & Charity Secretary and the Executive team, the role leads on finance, operations, people processes, systems and organisational infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Operations and Systems Oversee internal operational functions, systems and performance tracking Establish efficient systems and workflows across multiple jurisdictions Manage third-party suppliers and oversee IT and systems procurement Budgeting and Finance Manage external finance providers and organisational budgeting Lead financial planning, forecasting and payroll oversight Leadership and People Management Oversee HR service providers and act as a key point of contact for staff Support delivery of a high-quality employee experience Fundraising and Grant Management Coordinate fundraising and grant management processes Support proposal budgeting and funding tracking Governance and Risk Support governance and Board relationships Maintain risk register and lead organisational risk management About you: Skills, Experience and Knowledge: Essential: Significant experience in operations, finance, HR, governance or organisational management (typically 8-12 years) Experience working across complex or international environments Strong financial and HR management capability Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills High levels of discretion, professionalism and integrity Desirable: Experience in international development, advocacy or non-profit settings A strong commitment to the organisation's mission. Why Join Us? This is an exceptional opportunity to play a senior leadership role in a globally influential organisation tackling one of the world's most urgent challenges. You will work at the heart of a collaborative international network, helping to enable impactful advocacy and meaningful change. How to Apply? Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV and Covering Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; Project Director, Operations Director, Director of Operations, Head of Operations, Managing Director, Business Director, Director of Business may also be considered for this role.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Operations Director Location: United Kingdom (home-based) Salary: Competitive Job type: Permanent, Full-time Closing Date: 8th June 2026 About the Organisation: The SDG2 Advocacy Hub is a mission-driven nonprofit working to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger-ending hunger, achieving food security and improved nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture by 2030. The Hub convenes NGOs, civil society, the private sector and UN partners to collaborate, share expertise and drive coordinated global campaigns. With a growing international network, the organisation provides a dynamic environment for professionals committed to global change and food systems transformation. About the Role: This is a pivotal leadership role within the organisation. The Operations Director will provide strategic and operational oversight across all internal functions, ensuring that the organisation operates effectively, sustainably and in line with governance and regulatory requirements. Working closely with the Chief of Staff & Charity Secretary and the Executive team, the role leads on finance, operations, people processes, systems and organisational infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Operations and Systems Oversee internal operational functions, systems and performance tracking Establish efficient systems and workflows across multiple jurisdictions Manage third-party suppliers and oversee IT and systems procurement Budgeting and Finance Manage external finance providers and organisational budgeting Lead financial planning, forecasting and payroll oversight Leadership and People Management Oversee HR service providers and act as a key point of contact for staff Support delivery of a high-quality employee experience Fundraising and Grant Management Coordinate fundraising and grant management processes Support proposal budgeting and funding tracking Governance and Risk Support governance and Board relationships Maintain risk register and lead organisational risk management About you: Skills, Experience and Knowledge: Essential: Significant experience in operations, finance, HR, governance or organisational management (typically 8-12 years) Experience working across complex or international environments Strong financial and HR management capability Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills High levels of discretion, professionalism and integrity Desirable: Experience in international development, advocacy or non-profit settings A strong commitment to the organisation's mission. Why Join Us? This is an exceptional opportunity to play a senior leadership role in a globally influential organisation tackling one of the world's most urgent challenges. You will work at the heart of a collaborative international network, helping to enable impactful advocacy and meaningful change. How to Apply? Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV and Covering Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; Project Director, Operations Director, Director of Operations, Head of Operations, Managing Director, Business Director, Director of Business may also be considered for this role.
Legal Advisor Closing date: 10/07/2026, 23:55 Location: Manchester Position Type: Permanent Salary: £64,700 to £77,480 Our client has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. They will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime, set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. They will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football. The Legal Team Our client s legal team plays a core role in advising and supporting all areas of their functions. This work will include advising, amongst other issues, on our client s powers and obligations, current and future consultation exercises, the legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches, regulatory investigations and enforcement, litigation and appeals, their decision-making obligations, corporate governance and wider public law issues. The Role They are looking to add an additional Lawyer with significant corporate law experience to add to/complement the existing expertise within their legal function which currently comprises eight Lawyers with a range of public, regulatory, commercial and litigation skills/backgrounds. The role will be based in their Manchester office. Essential Requirements: Post qualification experience advising on corporate law matters including the following: complex corporate ownership structures; mergers and acquisitions/investments including in a multi-jurisdictional setting; corporate governance and decision-making processes; general corporate advisory work, including advising on the Companies Act 2006. The ability to work effectively in a wider team and build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and others. Have a track record of picking up new and complex areas of legal work quickly and providing context-appropriate corporate advice in high-profile and fast-moving situations. The ability to effectively manage legal risk, providing sound legal direction, leadership and oversight to ensure quality outcomes. Creative thinking and excellent judgement to deliver authoritative and credible legal advice, at pace, to facilitate practical solutions. Desirable Skills: Experience in public law (ideally working for a regulator) and/or insolvency law. Academic and Professional Qualifications Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in their first degree, in any subject. Where an applicant holds an overseas degree qualification this should be equivalent to a 2:2 degree. Our client will consider applicants who do not have a 2:2 degree but only where satisfactory evidence of equivalent high level academic and/or professional achievement can be provided (e.g. via relevant experience and results achieved for the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE, Legal Practice Course (LPC), Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC . Applicants must be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales however, they also accept applications from overseas qualified candidates. You must have completed a training contract / pupillage / qualifying employment or have been exempted from this by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board or CILEx. Please note that candidates cannot apply more than three months before their qualification date. Professional entry criteria for Chartered Legal Executives (i.e. Fellows): Chartered Legal Executives are eligible to apply where (i) a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) is held; or (ii) the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE has been completed; or (iii) where exams have been passed (i.e. a score of 50% or above achieved), at CILEx Level 6 , in all of the following seven foundation subjects in law: Contract Law; Criminal Law; Equity and Trusts Law; European Union Law; Land Law; Public Law; Law of Tort. Terms and Conditions of Employment If successful, you will join a Non-Departmental Public Body and will be employed as a Public Servant. If you are an existing Civil Servant or employee, you will no longer have access to Civil Service benefits including the Civil Service pension. The terms and conditions of employment include: Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%. Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension or take as cash (post tax). Reward Our client will have a performance-based reward programme. 31.5 days annual leave. Flexible and hybrid working 40% in office attendance. Occupational sick pay. 9 months paid Maternity Leave and generous paternity and adoption leave. A bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership fees. Cycle-to-work scheme and much more! Interested? Click apply and complete your application.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Legal Advisor Closing date: 10/07/2026, 23:55 Location: Manchester Position Type: Permanent Salary: £64,700 to £77,480 Our client has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. They will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime, set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. They will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football. The Legal Team Our client s legal team plays a core role in advising and supporting all areas of their functions. This work will include advising, amongst other issues, on our client s powers and obligations, current and future consultation exercises, the legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches, regulatory investigations and enforcement, litigation and appeals, their decision-making obligations, corporate governance and wider public law issues. The Role They are looking to add an additional Lawyer with significant corporate law experience to add to/complement the existing expertise within their legal function which currently comprises eight Lawyers with a range of public, regulatory, commercial and litigation skills/backgrounds. The role will be based in their Manchester office. Essential Requirements: Post qualification experience advising on corporate law matters including the following: complex corporate ownership structures; mergers and acquisitions/investments including in a multi-jurisdictional setting; corporate governance and decision-making processes; general corporate advisory work, including advising on the Companies Act 2006. The ability to work effectively in a wider team and build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and others. Have a track record of picking up new and complex areas of legal work quickly and providing context-appropriate corporate advice in high-profile and fast-moving situations. The ability to effectively manage legal risk, providing sound legal direction, leadership and oversight to ensure quality outcomes. Creative thinking and excellent judgement to deliver authoritative and credible legal advice, at pace, to facilitate practical solutions. Desirable Skills: Experience in public law (ideally working for a regulator) and/or insolvency law. Academic and Professional Qualifications Applicants should have a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in their first degree, in any subject. Where an applicant holds an overseas degree qualification this should be equivalent to a 2:2 degree. Our client will consider applicants who do not have a 2:2 degree but only where satisfactory evidence of equivalent high level academic and/or professional achievement can be provided (e.g. via relevant experience and results achieved for the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE, Legal Practice Course (LPC), Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC . Applicants must be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales however, they also accept applications from overseas qualified candidates. You must have completed a training contract / pupillage / qualifying employment or have been exempted from this by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board or CILEx. Please note that candidates cannot apply more than three months before their qualification date. Professional entry criteria for Chartered Legal Executives (i.e. Fellows): Chartered Legal Executives are eligible to apply where (i) a Qualifying Law Degree (QLD) is held; or (ii) the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)/CPE has been completed; or (iii) where exams have been passed (i.e. a score of 50% or above achieved), at CILEx Level 6 , in all of the following seven foundation subjects in law: Contract Law; Criminal Law; Equity and Trusts Law; European Union Law; Land Law; Public Law; Law of Tort. Terms and Conditions of Employment If successful, you will join a Non-Departmental Public Body and will be employed as a Public Servant. If you are an existing Civil Servant or employee, you will no longer have access to Civil Service benefits including the Civil Service pension. The terms and conditions of employment include: Pension 12% An employee contribution of 5%, with an employer contribution of 7%. Flexible Benefit 8% Employees can choose to invest 8% of their base salary into their pension or take as cash (post tax). Reward Our client will have a performance-based reward programme. 31.5 days annual leave. Flexible and hybrid working 40% in office attendance. Occupational sick pay. 9 months paid Maternity Leave and generous paternity and adoption leave. A bespoke L&D programme to help you achieve your personal CPD, including paid membership fees. Cycle-to-work scheme and much more! Interested? Click apply and complete your application.
Candidate Opportunity Brief Position: Principal Consultant Reporting to: Head of Business Overview: The Principal Consultant is a pinnacle role within the recruitment consulting profession and the trusted hand to the head of the business unit. They are experienced and informed leaders that operate at the sharp end of all consulting 360 activities. High leadership, low management responsibilities allow time, freedom and autonomy to deliver exceptional customer (Client & Candidate) management, client development, customer experience and manage all aspects of the vacancy lifecycle management. For some, the Principal Consultant role is a career anchor they are in it the long-term and focus on mastery because they enjoy billing, high commission and exciting activities that accompany the role without being held back or restricted by people management. For others, once mastery is achieved it is a springboard into management roles, proving they can combine top performance and leadership with team contribution. The Opportunity: Deputising for the Head of Business or Business Manager, a Principal Consultant benefits from perfecting / mastering all aspects of what it takes to be a high performing recruitment consultant (and all the trust, freedom, accolades and financial reward that comes with it). They are afforded the opportunity to develop advanced leadership skills and exposure to business management /operations activities that would path the way / stepping stone to one of several career directions within the group (depending on their strengths, aspirations and how that aligns to the wider business strategic goals). As an expert within their field in all aspects of recruitment consulting, Principal Consultants are masters of their craft and held in high regard by their peers. They are an example to which other recruiters aspire to. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group comprises specialist teams covering talent acquisition from Shopfloor to Boardroom, and wider Talent Solutions comprising Integrated services supporting the employment lifecycle, Leadership Development, Performance Coaching & Mental Fitness Support amongst other talent-related services. The Ford & Stanley client base comprises over 150 employers from start-up & SME through to large corporate organisations across 6 specialist sectors spanning the UK, Europe and North Americas. A significant proportion of our turnover is carried out within the rail sector where the company is recognised as a key player. Group growth will be realised by growing the company s sphere of influence in fledgling sectors, whilst increasing market share within the rail sector which still has significant growth headroom. With Head Offices based in Pride Park, Derby, Ford & Stanley is privately owned, has c.60 employees, £25million turnover, has averaged 18% annual growth since inception, and to date been awarded 6 major multi-year contracted recruitment partnership agreements with UK and international organisations. Team loyalty is consistently high with the current average length at recruiter level being 3.2 years, within support functions is 3.1 years, 6.5 years at middle management level and 13.3 years at director level. Our team culture is inclusive and highly supportive, and our mission of creating 10 million Better Workdays is very much central to how the business operates. We are environmentally active and run our own conservation meadow as part of this. For a deeper insight into our culture, mission and values please visit our Join us page. You may also want to see some of the great work our teams have been doing for the environment here. The Role: The Principal Consultant sits between a Managing Consultant and Business Manager - a role that blends top-level billing expertise with elements of mentorship, strategy, and business development through client development and new sales activity. A Principal Consultant is expected to be a top biller, client advisor and role model, with the credibility to influence both clients and colleagues, often shaping the companies growth direction while maintaining strong individual results. High-Level Billing & Quality Delivery Consistently generate strong personal revenue and financial contribution Manage senior or complex client relationships Deliver low volume, high-value search assignments Uphold the exceptional key performance indicators such as shortlist coverage, CV to Interview, worked to offer and worked to filled ratios Client Development & Strategy Act as a trusted advisor to clients, going beyond filling jobs to talent advisory Win new business and grow key accounts through consultative selling. Identify opportunities in the market and position the company as a thought leader within its specialist sector Instead of simply filling roles, you are building client partnerships that generate repeat business, increase exclusivity and position you and the company as a strategic partner, not a just supplier Deputising for Head of / Business Manager in event of client or candidate misunderstandings, disagreements or anticipated risks. Mentorship & Team Contribution Mentor junior and mid-level consultants (without necessarily holding formal management responsibility) Share market knowledge, techniques, and best practice Set the bar for quality, process and professionalism within the team Thought Leadership & Market Expertise Be seen as an expert in a specific sector or discipline Lead Generation & Market Intel Follow Up Review, triage and action leads provided by the research teams Proactively initiate and nurture leads / spot opportunities and follow up such as: Candidates leaving post / back fill opportunities Market Intelligence / News articles Live advertised vacancies Where else candidates are interviewing Existing network intel Sales & Business Development Aspects and not the core of the role are that of undertaking warm new business development activities that include: Securing referrals from existing contacts, clients and candidates for new business opportunities Relationship and solution based sales not transactional Converting candidate relationships into new client relationships Completing smart and proactive candidate marketing activities using identified most placeable candidates Represent the business at hosted and industry networking events / socials Following up and conversion of leads in a warm and professional (non-cold sales) manner Strategic Account Management Deepening relationships with existing clients (not just HR, but hiring managers, project directors, executives). Scheduling regular review meetings to assess performance and uncover upcoming hiring needs. Identifying opportunities and act to expand into other departments or functions. Relationship Building Outside of Active Hiring Regular check-ins even when there are no live vacancies Inviting clients to networking events, industry conferences, or social functions Building trust so that when hiring needs arise, the consultant is the first call Team/Leadership Contribution Coaching junior consultants on how to approach client development Leading by example in opening doors and winning new business Input to the strategic group client list and long-term growth accounts Delivery & Process - Undertake all aspects of the vacancy lifecycle to an exemplary standard. Headline milestones of each search onboarded to include but not limited to: Pre-Market Research & Salary Benchmarking Situational Discovery (Role scoping meeting with hiring manager) Assignment brief & Timescales for delivery plan communicated back to the client Candidate Opportunity Brief Build Advert Draft + Social Media Campaign Design Longlisting activities Targeted Headhunting Campaign LinkedIn Project Search & InMail Design Immediate Network Approach / Known Candidates Shortlisting & First Engagement/Approach to candidates (Opportunity Pitch) Mid-Search Update & Provision of Market Intelligence to client hiring manager Full Candidate Discoveries of all shortlisted candidates Profile/CV write up with notes and recommendations as to suitability aligned to brief Shortlist Presentation (min. 5 options) to client with recommendations to interview all Interviews Organised + Interview preparation call with candidates Final Stage Interview confirmations + Pre Close & Sounding Board Positioning Offer of employment presented to candidate + SoundingBoard Offer management, negotiations and secure acceptance HR Starter Pack provided to client to generate contract & offer letter Post Resignation Debrief & Start Date Confirmed Mid notice check in / mid notice coffee booked for candidate & client First day client check in & candidate good luck text Winning Shortlists Responsible of ensuring every search is completed using ALL Tools at their disposal to produce a winning shortlist and a 100% CV to interview ratio. 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Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Candidate Opportunity Brief Position: Principal Consultant Reporting to: Head of Business Overview: The Principal Consultant is a pinnacle role within the recruitment consulting profession and the trusted hand to the head of the business unit. They are experienced and informed leaders that operate at the sharp end of all consulting 360 activities. High leadership, low management responsibilities allow time, freedom and autonomy to deliver exceptional customer (Client & Candidate) management, client development, customer experience and manage all aspects of the vacancy lifecycle management. For some, the Principal Consultant role is a career anchor they are in it the long-term and focus on mastery because they enjoy billing, high commission and exciting activities that accompany the role without being held back or restricted by people management. For others, once mastery is achieved it is a springboard into management roles, proving they can combine top performance and leadership with team contribution. The Opportunity: Deputising for the Head of Business or Business Manager, a Principal Consultant benefits from perfecting / mastering all aspects of what it takes to be a high performing recruitment consultant (and all the trust, freedom, accolades and financial reward that comes with it). They are afforded the opportunity to develop advanced leadership skills and exposure to business management /operations activities that would path the way / stepping stone to one of several career directions within the group (depending on their strengths, aspirations and how that aligns to the wider business strategic goals). As an expert within their field in all aspects of recruitment consulting, Principal Consultants are masters of their craft and held in high regard by their peers. They are an example to which other recruiters aspire to. About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group comprises specialist teams covering talent acquisition from Shopfloor to Boardroom, and wider Talent Solutions comprising Integrated services supporting the employment lifecycle, Leadership Development, Performance Coaching & Mental Fitness Support amongst other talent-related services. The Ford & Stanley client base comprises over 150 employers from start-up & SME through to large corporate organisations across 6 specialist sectors spanning the UK, Europe and North Americas. A significant proportion of our turnover is carried out within the rail sector where the company is recognised as a key player. Group growth will be realised by growing the company s sphere of influence in fledgling sectors, whilst increasing market share within the rail sector which still has significant growth headroom. With Head Offices based in Pride Park, Derby, Ford & Stanley is privately owned, has c.60 employees, £25million turnover, has averaged 18% annual growth since inception, and to date been awarded 6 major multi-year contracted recruitment partnership agreements with UK and international organisations. Team loyalty is consistently high with the current average length at recruiter level being 3.2 years, within support functions is 3.1 years, 6.5 years at middle management level and 13.3 years at director level. Our team culture is inclusive and highly supportive, and our mission of creating 10 million Better Workdays is very much central to how the business operates. We are environmentally active and run our own conservation meadow as part of this. For a deeper insight into our culture, mission and values please visit our Join us page. You may also want to see some of the great work our teams have been doing for the environment here. The Role: The Principal Consultant sits between a Managing Consultant and Business Manager - a role that blends top-level billing expertise with elements of mentorship, strategy, and business development through client development and new sales activity. A Principal Consultant is expected to be a top biller, client advisor and role model, with the credibility to influence both clients and colleagues, often shaping the companies growth direction while maintaining strong individual results. High-Level Billing & Quality Delivery Consistently generate strong personal revenue and financial contribution Manage senior or complex client relationships Deliver low volume, high-value search assignments Uphold the exceptional key performance indicators such as shortlist coverage, CV to Interview, worked to offer and worked to filled ratios Client Development & Strategy Act as a trusted advisor to clients, going beyond filling jobs to talent advisory Win new business and grow key accounts through consultative selling. Identify opportunities in the market and position the company as a thought leader within its specialist sector Instead of simply filling roles, you are building client partnerships that generate repeat business, increase exclusivity and position you and the company as a strategic partner, not a just supplier Deputising for Head of / Business Manager in event of client or candidate misunderstandings, disagreements or anticipated risks. Mentorship & Team Contribution Mentor junior and mid-level consultants (without necessarily holding formal management responsibility) Share market knowledge, techniques, and best practice Set the bar for quality, process and professionalism within the team Thought Leadership & Market Expertise Be seen as an expert in a specific sector or discipline Lead Generation & Market Intel Follow Up Review, triage and action leads provided by the research teams Proactively initiate and nurture leads / spot opportunities and follow up such as: Candidates leaving post / back fill opportunities Market Intelligence / News articles Live advertised vacancies Where else candidates are interviewing Existing network intel Sales & Business Development Aspects and not the core of the role are that of undertaking warm new business development activities that include: Securing referrals from existing contacts, clients and candidates for new business opportunities Relationship and solution based sales not transactional Converting candidate relationships into new client relationships Completing smart and proactive candidate marketing activities using identified most placeable candidates Represent the business at hosted and industry networking events / socials Following up and conversion of leads in a warm and professional (non-cold sales) manner Strategic Account Management Deepening relationships with existing clients (not just HR, but hiring managers, project directors, executives). Scheduling regular review meetings to assess performance and uncover upcoming hiring needs. Identifying opportunities and act to expand into other departments or functions. Relationship Building Outside of Active Hiring Regular check-ins even when there are no live vacancies Inviting clients to networking events, industry conferences, or social functions Building trust so that when hiring needs arise, the consultant is the first call Team/Leadership Contribution Coaching junior consultants on how to approach client development Leading by example in opening doors and winning new business Input to the strategic group client list and long-term growth accounts Delivery & Process - Undertake all aspects of the vacancy lifecycle to an exemplary standard. Headline milestones of each search onboarded to include but not limited to: Pre-Market Research & Salary Benchmarking Situational Discovery (Role scoping meeting with hiring manager) Assignment brief & Timescales for delivery plan communicated back to the client Candidate Opportunity Brief Build Advert Draft + Social Media Campaign Design Longlisting activities Targeted Headhunting Campaign LinkedIn Project Search & InMail Design Immediate Network Approach / Known Candidates Shortlisting & First Engagement/Approach to candidates (Opportunity Pitch) Mid-Search Update & Provision of Market Intelligence to client hiring manager Full Candidate Discoveries of all shortlisted candidates Profile/CV write up with notes and recommendations as to suitability aligned to brief Shortlist Presentation (min. 5 options) to client with recommendations to interview all Interviews Organised + Interview preparation call with candidates Final Stage Interview confirmations + Pre Close & Sounding Board Positioning Offer of employment presented to candidate + SoundingBoard Offer management, negotiations and secure acceptance HR Starter Pack provided to client to generate contract & offer letter Post Resignation Debrief & Start Date Confirmed Mid notice check in / mid notice coffee booked for candidate & client First day client check in & candidate good luck text Winning Shortlists Responsible of ensuring every search is completed using ALL Tools at their disposal to produce a winning shortlist and a 100% CV to interview ratio. Tracker Search & Longlist Job Board Search & Longlist Internal referrals Advert Response LinkedIn Recruiter . click apply for full job details
