Qualified by Experience, Part Qualified or Qualified. Possible Hybrid working. Large Progressive Group requires a forward-thinking Dealership Accountant to join their team - this is a very hands-on role - no two days will be the same. Working at a prestigious car dealership, you will be responsible for all the accounts for a high-turnover, low-sales-volume business, which allows you to get involved in all parts of the business. In return, you will receive a highly competitive Salary plus, a Bonus plus a car. The company are highly regarded within the trade and will allow you to grow and progress within the Group. Progression and promotions are on offer for the right candidates. This is an exciting position with a world-leading brand and company! A fantastic opportunity for a dedicated, high-calibre Dealership Accountant to be instrumental in the development and growth of a busy dealership. The role requires a self-motivated and focused person who will quickly establish themselves as a key contact for Management Information for a newly acquired Business. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the accounts function, delivering timely and accurate management accounts. Develop controls to maximise returns and cash flow, and utilise your financial and management experience to ensure the effective running of the dealership. This role is ideal for an articulate, methodical and analytical individual. The Candidate: Strong technical and analytical accounting skills Exceptional leadership skills, but with a good sense of humour The successful candidate will have a proven track record within the motor industry A real hands-on attitude to work, willing to help others out and a Team Player Previous Accountancy Experience within a Car Dealership and Kerridge, Pinnacle or a similar Accounting Package Good written and communication skills The Role duties will be varied and will include: Monthly management accounts - providing detailed analysis and commentary, which will involve extensive liaison with the Divisional Finance Directors. Collation and examination of the purchase and sales ledger information from the centralised accounting department. Analytical support across the business, evaluating profit optimisation Monitoring performance measurement tools and techniques for projects to form a final conclusion. Review of capital and project appraisals. Consolidation of group budgets and forecasts. Investigative and analytical exercises as required. Ad hoc projects. Salary up to £53,000 OTE(dependant on experience), plus company car,
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Qualified by Experience, Part Qualified or Qualified. Possible Hybrid working. Large Progressive Group requires a forward-thinking Dealership Accountant to join their team - this is a very hands-on role - no two days will be the same. Working at a prestigious car dealership, you will be responsible for all the accounts for a high-turnover, low-sales-volume business, which allows you to get involved in all parts of the business. In return, you will receive a highly competitive Salary plus, a Bonus plus a car. The company are highly regarded within the trade and will allow you to grow and progress within the Group. Progression and promotions are on offer for the right candidates. This is an exciting position with a world-leading brand and company! A fantastic opportunity for a dedicated, high-calibre Dealership Accountant to be instrumental in the development and growth of a busy dealership. The role requires a self-motivated and focused person who will quickly establish themselves as a key contact for Management Information for a newly acquired Business. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the accounts function, delivering timely and accurate management accounts. Develop controls to maximise returns and cash flow, and utilise your financial and management experience to ensure the effective running of the dealership. This role is ideal for an articulate, methodical and analytical individual. The Candidate: Strong technical and analytical accounting skills Exceptional leadership skills, but with a good sense of humour The successful candidate will have a proven track record within the motor industry A real hands-on attitude to work, willing to help others out and a Team Player Previous Accountancy Experience within a Car Dealership and Kerridge, Pinnacle or a similar Accounting Package Good written and communication skills The Role duties will be varied and will include: Monthly management accounts - providing detailed analysis and commentary, which will involve extensive liaison with the Divisional Finance Directors. Collation and examination of the purchase and sales ledger information from the centralised accounting department. Analytical support across the business, evaluating profit optimisation Monitoring performance measurement tools and techniques for projects to form a final conclusion. Review of capital and project appraisals. Consolidation of group budgets and forecasts. Investigative and analytical exercises as required. Ad hoc projects. Salary up to £53,000 OTE(dependant on experience), plus company car,
Goodman Masson are working with a prestigious London based University as they a recruit for a new Head of Faculty Finance. The finance function is currently undergoing an ambitious, institution-wide transformation. As part of a major strategic priority to strengthen financial control, compliance, and process efficiency, they have consolidated their distributed finance teams into a brand-new, centralised business-focused unit. They are now seeking a visionary, high-calibre financial leader to head this newly established division. The Role You will report directly to the Director of Finance Business Partnering. You will lead, shape, and embed a newly created team tasked with delivering high-quality, consistent front-line financial support across all internal departments and divisions. This is a high-profile, transformative leadership role. You will be fully accountable for embedding new ways of working, driving data quality, streamlining processes, and ensuring robust financial management, planning, and forecasting. Furthermore, you will act as a critical advisory partner to senior stakeholders, translating complex financial performance into actionable strategy. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Culture: Lead and inspire a large, newly consolidated team. Create an inclusive, high-performing environment focused on professional development, compliance, and excellent service delivery. Operational Excellence: Hold total accountability for the operational finance model. Ensure month-end, year-end, budgeting, and forecasting cycles are delivered with absolute integrity and timeliness. Service Transformation: Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, workflows, and processes. Work closely with change management colleagues to integrate streamlined practices and contribute to upcoming ERP system planning and implementation. Stakeholder Management: Build trusted, collaborative relationships with senior leadership across diverse organisational boundaries to support robust decision-making. The Ideal Candidate You will be a resilient, collaborative leader who thrives in complex, large-scale environments. You should possess: Professional Qualification: You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance role. Proven Leadership: A strong track record of managing and developing large teams, with the ability to delegate effectively and foster a collaborative identity. Change Management: Clear experience driving continuous process, technology, or people improvements within a complex service delivery model. Exceptional Communication: The ability to handle difficult conversations, manage conflicting stakeholder priorities, and articulate expectations with absolute clarity. Salary range is £85,000 - £98,000 (Depending on Experience) plus excellent benefits including: 33 days annual leave (including closure days) 14.5% Employer Pension Contributions The deadline for applications is Friday 3rd of July. Please apply ASAP to ensure you are considered.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Goodman Masson are working with a prestigious London based University as they a recruit for a new Head of Faculty Finance. The finance function is currently undergoing an ambitious, institution-wide transformation. As part of a major strategic priority to strengthen financial control, compliance, and process efficiency, they have consolidated their distributed finance teams into a brand-new, centralised business-focused unit. They are now seeking a visionary, high-calibre financial leader to head this newly established division. The Role You will report directly to the Director of Finance Business Partnering. You will lead, shape, and embed a newly created team tasked with delivering high-quality, consistent front-line financial support across all internal departments and divisions. This is a high-profile, transformative leadership role. You will be fully accountable for embedding new ways of working, driving data quality, streamlining processes, and ensuring robust financial management, planning, and forecasting. Furthermore, you will act as a critical advisory partner to senior stakeholders, translating complex financial performance into actionable strategy. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Culture: Lead and inspire a large, newly consolidated team. Create an inclusive, high-performing environment focused on professional development, compliance, and excellent service delivery. Operational Excellence: Hold total accountability for the operational finance model. Ensure month-end, year-end, budgeting, and forecasting cycles are delivered with absolute integrity and timeliness. Service Transformation: Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, workflows, and processes. Work closely with change management colleagues to integrate streamlined practices and contribute to upcoming ERP system planning and implementation. Stakeholder Management: Build trusted, collaborative relationships with senior leadership across diverse organisational boundaries to support robust decision-making. The Ideal Candidate You will be a resilient, collaborative leader who thrives in complex, large-scale environments. You should possess: Professional Qualification: You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA) with significant post-qualification experience in a senior finance role. Proven Leadership: A strong track record of managing and developing large teams, with the ability to delegate effectively and foster a collaborative identity. Change Management: Clear experience driving continuous process, technology, or people improvements within a complex service delivery model. Exceptional Communication: The ability to handle difficult conversations, manage conflicting stakeholder priorities, and articulate expectations with absolute clarity. Salary range is £85,000 - £98,000 (Depending on Experience) plus excellent benefits including: 33 days annual leave (including closure days) 14.5% Employer Pension Contributions The deadline for applications is Friday 3rd of July. Please apply ASAP to ensure you are considered.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Swansea, West Glamorgan
Financial Controller - Swansea We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Financial Controller to join the Swansea site of a major international manufacturer, reporting directly to the Global Finance Director. This is a key leadership role within the site management team, offering the opportunity to influence performance and drive strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, global environment. This is an on-site role. As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of financial performance, reporting, and controls, while partnering closely with operations leaders to support decision-making and continuous improvement. You will lead the finance function on-site, ensuring robust governance, accurate reporting, and strong business insight. Key Responsibilities Lead financial reporting in line with IFRS and group requirements Ensure robust internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness Drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis Partner with operations to improve efficiency and deliver results Manage working capital, cash flow, and capex oversight Lead and develop a high-performing finance team What We're Looking For Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with 8+ years' experience Strong background across accounting, FP&A, and operational finance Proven ability to lead a finance team and influence senior stakeholders Experience within a plant or manufacturing environment preferred Strong ERP and Excel skills, with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset Why Join? This is a high-impact role where you will play a critical part in shaping site performance, driving financial excellence, and contributing to global business success. 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.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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller - Swansea We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Financial Controller to join the Swansea site of a major international manufacturer, reporting directly to the Global Finance Director. This is a key leadership role within the site management team, offering the opportunity to influence performance and drive strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, global environment. This is an on-site role. As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of financial performance, reporting, and controls, while partnering closely with operations leaders to support decision-making and continuous improvement. You will lead the finance function on-site, ensuring robust governance, accurate reporting, and strong business insight. Key Responsibilities Lead financial reporting in line with IFRS and group requirements Ensure robust internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness Drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis Partner with operations to improve efficiency and deliver results Manage working capital, cash flow, and capex oversight Lead and develop a high-performing finance team What We're Looking For Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with 8+ years' experience Strong background across accounting, FP&A, and operational finance Proven ability to lead a finance team and influence senior stakeholders Experience within a plant or manufacturing environment preferred Strong ERP and Excel skills, with a proactive, continuous improvement mindset Why Join? This is a high-impact role where you will play a critical part in shaping site performance, driving financial excellence, and contributing to global business success. 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.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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Financial Controller Full-Time Permanent Office Based Join a Growing Engineering Business Where You Can Make a Real Impact I'm delighted to be partnering with a successful and expanding engineering business to recruit an experienced Financial Controller . Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded, hands-on finance leader who enjoys operating at both strategic and operational levels. You'll take ownership of the finance function, lead a small team, and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business. This is far more than a traditional reporting role-you'll be a trusted business partner, influencing decision-making and driving financial performance across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, board reports, budgets and forecasts Manage cash flow, working capital and treasury activities Develop and enhance financial controls, systems and processes Oversee payroll, VAT, CIS and statutory reporting Monitor project and contract profitability, providing commercial insight and recommendations to the senior leadership team Ensure accurate WIP reporting, revenue recognition and payment applications Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team About You You'll be a qualified accountant ( ACA, ACCA or CIMA ) with a strong background in engineering, construction or contracting environments. You'll also have: Proven experience managing WIP, revenue recognition and payment applications Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Experience improving finance processes, controls and systems Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills A proactive, hands-on approach with the confidence to challenge and add value What's on Offer? Salary of £65,000 - £72,000 Enhanced pension scheme Private medical insurance Generous holiday allowance On-site parking A genuine opportunity to influence the direction of a growing business Direct exposure to the Managing Director and senior leadership team If you're looking for a broad Financial Controller role where your commercial input will genuinely shape the future of the business, I'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV in confidence
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Full-Time Permanent Office Based Join a Growing Engineering Business Where You Can Make a Real Impact I'm delighted to be partnering with a successful and expanding engineering business to recruit an experienced Financial Controller . Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded, hands-on finance leader who enjoys operating at both strategic and operational levels. You'll take ownership of the finance function, lead a small team, and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business. This is far more than a traditional reporting role-you'll be a trusted business partner, influencing decision-making and driving financial performance across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, board reports, budgets and forecasts Manage cash flow, working capital and treasury activities Develop and enhance financial controls, systems and processes Oversee payroll, VAT, CIS and statutory reporting Monitor project and contract profitability, providing commercial insight and recommendations to the senior leadership team Ensure accurate WIP reporting, revenue recognition and payment applications Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team About You You'll be a qualified accountant ( ACA, ACCA or CIMA ) with a strong background in engineering, construction or contracting environments. You'll also have: Proven experience managing WIP, revenue recognition and payment applications Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence senior stakeholders Experience improving finance processes, controls and systems Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills A proactive, hands-on approach with the confidence to challenge and add value What's on Offer? Salary of £65,000 - £72,000 Enhanced pension scheme Private medical insurance Generous holiday allowance On-site parking A genuine opportunity to influence the direction of a growing business Direct exposure to the Managing Director and senior leadership team If you're looking for a broad Financial Controller role where your commercial input will genuinely shape the future of the business, I'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV in confidence
Finance Business Partner - Assets, Repairs & Maintenance Manchester, Greater Manchester £55,500 per annum Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week), Agile working arrangements in place Closing date: 6th July 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026 Interview Location: Oaklands House, Suite 2, Second Floor, Oaklands House, 34 Washway Road, Sale, M33 6FS Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done. As a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community. This role will help us to do this by providing a proactive financial support and advice to budget holders based on a sound understanding of the relevant business area whilst supporting the Financial Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for Preparation of timely financial reporting for the Repairs and Assets directorate, in accordance with the monthly management accounts timetable. Undertake monthly meetings with budget holders for the relevant business area to discuss their management accounts (including team listings) and provide insight to enable operational decision making. Provide day to day management of the Assistant Business Partner and Assets and Insurance Officer, including appraisal, mentoring, training and development Contribute to the financial reports issued monthly to the Leadership Team and quarterly to Board We need people who are or have Accounting qualification, such as CIMA/ACCA Experience providing expert advice, support and challenge to colleagues and being able to communicate and present complex financial information to non-finance colleagues Knowledge of relevant accounting standards, recommended practice and guidance Experience working with financial and other systems Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Finance Business Partner - Assets, Repairs & Maintenance Manchester, Greater Manchester £55,500 per annum Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week), Agile working arrangements in place Closing date: 6th July 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026 Interview Location: Oaklands House, Suite 2, Second Floor, Oaklands House, 34 Washway Road, Sale, M33 6FS Our organisation is all about people - the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with. So, it's no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done. As a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community. This role will help us to do this by providing a proactive financial support and advice to budget holders based on a sound understanding of the relevant business area whilst supporting the Financial Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for Preparation of timely financial reporting for the Repairs and Assets directorate, in accordance with the monthly management accounts timetable. Undertake monthly meetings with budget holders for the relevant business area to discuss their management accounts (including team listings) and provide insight to enable operational decision making. Provide day to day management of the Assistant Business Partner and Assets and Insurance Officer, including appraisal, mentoring, training and development Contribute to the financial reports issued monthly to the Leadership Team and quarterly to Board We need people who are or have Accounting qualification, such as CIMA/ACCA Experience providing expert advice, support and challenge to colleagues and being able to communicate and present complex financial information to non-finance colleagues Knowledge of relevant accounting standards, recommended practice and guidance Experience working with financial and other systems Everyone's welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues. If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
HEAD OF FINANCIAL CONSULTING Location: Central London / Hybrid (2-3 days a week in the office) Salary: £100k Plus potential bonus up to 15% Contract: Full-time, Permanent Campbell Tickell is an award-winning 'B Corporation' providing a wide range of high level consultancy and recruitment services in particular to organisations in the public, non-profit and social impact sectors. We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance professional for this newly created position, which will strengthen our growing Finance team and offer a rare opportunity to lead high-impact consultancy projects across sectors such as housing, local government, and social care. Reporting to the Finance Director, who leads this consultancy workstream, you'll work directly with clients to provide expert financial advice, strategic business planning, and performance reviews. The role includes leading consultancy assignments from end to end, guiding multidisciplinary project teams, and helping clients navigate complex financial challenges with clarity and confidence. You'll also support the continued development of our finance service offer and contribute to the company's wider strategic direction. About you The ideal candidate will hold a recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA, and will bring significant post-qualification experience in senior financial roles or financial consultancy. You'll have a strong track record in business planning, financial modelling, and strategic financial analysis, as well as experience working with complex, regulated organisations - such as in the housing, local government, or care sectors. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders are essential, along with sound professional judgement and a collaborative, values-driven approach. Additional information This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, project-based environment and is motivated by work that has real social impact. You'll be joining a supportive and expert team that values integrity, innovation, and professionalism. If you're ready for a role where your insight and leadership can shape the future of finance in socially focused organisations, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
HEAD OF FINANCIAL CONSULTING Location: Central London / Hybrid (2-3 days a week in the office) Salary: £100k Plus potential bonus up to 15% Contract: Full-time, Permanent Campbell Tickell is an award-winning 'B Corporation' providing a wide range of high level consultancy and recruitment services in particular to organisations in the public, non-profit and social impact sectors. We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance professional for this newly created position, which will strengthen our growing Finance team and offer a rare opportunity to lead high-impact consultancy projects across sectors such as housing, local government, and social care. Reporting to the Finance Director, who leads this consultancy workstream, you'll work directly with clients to provide expert financial advice, strategic business planning, and performance reviews. The role includes leading consultancy assignments from end to end, guiding multidisciplinary project teams, and helping clients navigate complex financial challenges with clarity and confidence. You'll also support the continued development of our finance service offer and contribute to the company's wider strategic direction. About you The ideal candidate will hold a recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA, and will bring significant post-qualification experience in senior financial roles or financial consultancy. You'll have a strong track record in business planning, financial modelling, and strategic financial analysis, as well as experience working with complex, regulated organisations - such as in the housing, local government, or care sectors. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders are essential, along with sound professional judgement and a collaborative, values-driven approach. Additional information This role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, project-based environment and is motivated by work that has real social impact. You'll be joining a supportive and expert team that values integrity, innovation, and professionalism. If you're ready for a role where your insight and leadership can shape the future of finance in socially focused organisations, we'd love to hear from you.
Lead the Pensions Board's external voice and media presence, shaping clear, impactful communications on key financial and ethical investment issues. Partnering closely with senior leaders, you'll drive strategic messaging, manage high-profile media relationships, and enhance the organisation's reputation and influence. Within the Communications directorate, the Financial communications team handles external and press communications for two separate legal entities- the Church Commissioners and the Pensions Board - and works with other parts of the wider organisation to support with communications matters related to Finance. This senior role within the team is focused on explicitly supporting the Pensions Board. About the Pensions Board The Pensions Board provides retirement services to those who serve or work for the Church. Both a regulated pension fund and registered charity, more than 43,000 people rely on the us for their pensions. A leader in ethical and responsible investment, we carefully steward the £3.5bn of pension savings entrusted to us to not only grow our members' pensions, but also to drive systemic and lasting change across the industries and sectors in which we invest for a just and sustainable word. The Pensions Board is globally recognised for its leadership role on Responsible Investment and recently set out five new ethical and responsible investment priorities that will shape its approach over the coming decade. The Pensions Board also supports 2,300 retired clergy with housing, including managing a national portfolio of 1,200 rented homes and Community Living options, and (from 2026) supports members across their working life with financial wellbeing services. This advert closes for applications on Thursday 16 July 2026 First round interviews and screening assessments will take place on Thursday 23 July 2026 at Church House, Westminster Second round interviews will take place on Thursday 11 August 2026 at Church House, Westminster This role serves as the strategic lead on media, and external communication matters for the Pensions Board, advising and working with senior leaders to propose, develop and execute well thought through proactive and reactive communication strategies to realise delivery of our biggest priorities It is a hybrid and matrix role. The role holder will work within the NCIs' multi-disciplinary national Communications team ensuring the Board's external communications response is resilient, best practice and well-planned while also taking a steer on initiatives and the handling of key topics from leaders within the Pensions Board. Being able to influence and engage with senior leaders from multiple expert disciplines will be absolutely essential. Your day-to-day reporting line for key work objectives is to the Director of Strategy & Engagement in the Pensions Board. Professional development and formal line management will be undertaken by the Head of Financial Communications in the NCI's Comms team. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Collaboration Be the primary 'lead' press contact for key stakeholders at the Pensions Board, with a particular focus on ethical and Responsible Investment. Lead the development of external media plans to support delivery of the Board's objectives, aligning these with customer communications and stakeholder plans being formed within the Board, working closely with the Customer Communications Manager and Engagement colleagues in Housing and Pensions Work as part of the Financial Communications team to manage the relationship with the Ethical Investment Advisory Group, Proactively initiate, build and manage complex relationships with key financial and specialist journalists who cover the work of the Pensions Board, strengthening the Board's media presence. Work with the digital communications team to initiate social media content for the Pensions Board, including establishing and managing the Board's LinkedIn presence. Communications planning/proactive comms Initiate and sustain effective external communications planning on a monthly and annual basis. This includes setting clear objectives to enhance effectiveness, close gaps and prioritising 'media' requests across Pensions Board teams. Be responsible for the development and delivery of key KPIs assessing media performance, and external reach, reporting to the Pensions Board's Director of Strategy & Engagement. Put in place a robust comms calendar Shape and author messaging ahead of anticipated media interest with an aim to grow the influence of the Pensions Board. As a trusted and savvy communications expert, advise internal stakeholders in the development and communication of their core messaging, especially on key projects and initiatives. Proactively identify and realise PR opportunities for the Pensions Board aligned to the Board's delivery plan, key strategic projects and making the most of opportunities with wider Church networks. Reactive comms Monitor press coverage and distribute to internal contacts Respond professionally to media enquiries from news organisations, including the rapid development of agreed responses to media enquiries, seeking counsel from the Head of Financial Communications to enhance the response. Staying calm under pressure will be essential. Field media requests for interviews, photo calls, events, and similar. Support with media training and photo shoots for internal stakeholders, including working with and coaching colleagues (at all levels) to enhance their confidence with media exposure. Content and events Identify and organise relevant speaking, conference and award opportunities, including speech writing where needed. Collaborate on the production of the PB's annual review, Stewardship Report and other reports - liaising with internal stakeholders, collating and editing content, working with the design agency, and managing budget Initiate, manage and maintain excellent relationships with external suppliers and design agencies, including instilling clear standards for delivery. Essential Knowledge/Experience Knowledge of pensions and investments industry, including regulatory landscape Interest in responsible and ethical investment Significant experience of financial communications, including authoring content, developing strategies for engagement and communications planning. Significant experience of working with media including working with and managing relationships with journalists. Track record of delivering text and work to spec and on time Experience of influencing and working with stakeholders to director level, with proven experience of building trusted 'advisory' relationships. Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary communications team, and balancing the needs of different stakeholders. Understand the Board's fiduciary duty to its members, maintaining strict boundaries on confidential information as and when required. Journalistic or communications experience within a high-profile organisation Skills & Abilities: Excellent writing skills Good time-management Strong interpersonal skills Good attention to detail and an eye for good design Able to balance strategic and tactical delivery Self-starting and organising, with a track record in effective prioritisation of communication deliverables. High level of emotional intelligence and personal/professional resilience. Qualifications & Training: Relevant qualifications in media or public relations, with a commitment to ongoing professional development e.g. through CIPR or equivalent. Desirable Existing network among journalists Experience within the charitable services sector. Knowledge of the Church of England and/or the work of the Pensions Board
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Lead the Pensions Board's external voice and media presence, shaping clear, impactful communications on key financial and ethical investment issues. Partnering closely with senior leaders, you'll drive strategic messaging, manage high-profile media relationships, and enhance the organisation's reputation and influence. Within the Communications directorate, the Financial communications team handles external and press communications for two separate legal entities- the Church Commissioners and the Pensions Board - and works with other parts of the wider organisation to support with communications matters related to Finance. This senior role within the team is focused on explicitly supporting the Pensions Board. About the Pensions Board The Pensions Board provides retirement services to those who serve or work for the Church. Both a regulated pension fund and registered charity, more than 43,000 people rely on the us for their pensions. A leader in ethical and responsible investment, we carefully steward the £3.5bn of pension savings entrusted to us to not only grow our members' pensions, but also to drive systemic and lasting change across the industries and sectors in which we invest for a just and sustainable word. The Pensions Board is globally recognised for its leadership role on Responsible Investment and recently set out five new ethical and responsible investment priorities that will shape its approach over the coming decade. The Pensions Board also supports 2,300 retired clergy with housing, including managing a national portfolio of 1,200 rented homes and Community Living options, and (from 2026) supports members across their working life with financial wellbeing services. This advert closes for applications on Thursday 16 July 2026 First round interviews and screening assessments will take place on Thursday 23 July 2026 at Church House, Westminster Second round interviews will take place on Thursday 11 August 2026 at Church House, Westminster This role serves as the strategic lead on media, and external communication matters for the Pensions Board, advising and working with senior leaders to propose, develop and execute well thought through proactive and reactive communication strategies to realise delivery of our biggest priorities It is a hybrid and matrix role. The role holder will work within the NCIs' multi-disciplinary national Communications team ensuring the Board's external communications response is resilient, best practice and well-planned while also taking a steer on initiatives and the handling of key topics from leaders within the Pensions Board. Being able to influence and engage with senior leaders from multiple expert disciplines will be absolutely essential. Your day-to-day reporting line for key work objectives is to the Director of Strategy & Engagement in the Pensions Board. Professional development and formal line management will be undertaken by the Head of Financial Communications in the NCI's Comms team. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Collaboration Be the primary 'lead' press contact for key stakeholders at the Pensions Board, with a particular focus on ethical and Responsible Investment. Lead the development of external media plans to support delivery of the Board's objectives, aligning these with customer communications and stakeholder plans being formed within the Board, working closely with the Customer Communications Manager and Engagement colleagues in Housing and Pensions Work as part of the Financial Communications team to manage the relationship with the Ethical Investment Advisory Group, Proactively initiate, build and manage complex relationships with key financial and specialist journalists who cover the work of the Pensions Board, strengthening the Board's media presence. Work with the digital communications team to initiate social media content for the Pensions Board, including establishing and managing the Board's LinkedIn presence. Communications planning/proactive comms Initiate and sustain effective external communications planning on a monthly and annual basis. This includes setting clear objectives to enhance effectiveness, close gaps and prioritising 'media' requests across Pensions Board teams. Be responsible for the development and delivery of key KPIs assessing media performance, and external reach, reporting to the Pensions Board's Director of Strategy & Engagement. Put in place a robust comms calendar Shape and author messaging ahead of anticipated media interest with an aim to grow the influence of the Pensions Board. As a trusted and savvy communications expert, advise internal stakeholders in the development and communication of their core messaging, especially on key projects and initiatives. Proactively identify and realise PR opportunities for the Pensions Board aligned to the Board's delivery plan, key strategic projects and making the most of opportunities with wider Church networks. Reactive comms Monitor press coverage and distribute to internal contacts Respond professionally to media enquiries from news organisations, including the rapid development of agreed responses to media enquiries, seeking counsel from the Head of Financial Communications to enhance the response. Staying calm under pressure will be essential. Field media requests for interviews, photo calls, events, and similar. Support with media training and photo shoots for internal stakeholders, including working with and coaching colleagues (at all levels) to enhance their confidence with media exposure. Content and events Identify and organise relevant speaking, conference and award opportunities, including speech writing where needed. Collaborate on the production of the PB's annual review, Stewardship Report and other reports - liaising with internal stakeholders, collating and editing content, working with the design agency, and managing budget Initiate, manage and maintain excellent relationships with external suppliers and design agencies, including instilling clear standards for delivery. Essential Knowledge/Experience Knowledge of pensions and investments industry, including regulatory landscape Interest in responsible and ethical investment Significant experience of financial communications, including authoring content, developing strategies for engagement and communications planning. Significant experience of working with media including working with and managing relationships with journalists. Track record of delivering text and work to spec and on time Experience of influencing and working with stakeholders to director level, with proven experience of building trusted 'advisory' relationships. Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary communications team, and balancing the needs of different stakeholders. Understand the Board's fiduciary duty to its members, maintaining strict boundaries on confidential information as and when required. Journalistic or communications experience within a high-profile organisation Skills & Abilities: Excellent writing skills Good time-management Strong interpersonal skills Good attention to detail and an eye for good design Able to balance strategic and tactical delivery Self-starting and organising, with a track record in effective prioritisation of communication deliverables. High level of emotional intelligence and personal/professional resilience. Qualifications & Training: Relevant qualifications in media or public relations, with a commitment to ongoing professional development e.g. through CIPR or equivalent. Desirable Existing network among journalists Experience within the charitable services sector. Knowledge of the Church of England and/or the work of the Pensions Board
Help build a network where every child can succeed. At Ark, we believe that every child deserves access to an excellent education, regardless of their background. For over two decades, we've been transforming lives through education, creating schools where children thrive, teachers flourish and communities grow stronger. As we expand from 39 to 48 academies, we're looking for an exceptional Financial Controller to help provide the financial leadership that underpins our mission. This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's largest and most ambitious multi-academy trusts at a pivotal point in our journey. Behind every outstanding school is a finance team that enables great decisions, protects public funds and gives school leaders the confidence to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional outcomes for young people. The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Finance and Procurement, you will lead our financial control and reporting function across the Ark Schools network. You'll oversee a high-performing team of eight and ensure that our financial reporting, statutory compliance, treasury management and internal controls are robust, forward-looking and fit for a growing organisation. This is far more than a technical accounting role. You'll be a trusted adviser to senior leaders, driving continuous improvement, strengthening financial governance and ensuring we remain an exemplary steward of the public and charitable funding entrusted to us. You'll lead on: Delivering statutory accounts and year-end reporting across a complex group structure Leading external audit and regulatory reporting, ensuring full compliance with academy and charity requirements Overseeing treasury, cash flow forecasting and capital expenditure across the Trust Maintaining a robust financial control environment that supports a growing network Developing and mentoring a talented central finance team Improving financial systems, processes and reporting to support better decision-making Supporting the successful integration of new schools into the Ark network About you You're a technically outstanding qualified accountant who combines strong financial control expertise with a collaborative leadership style. You'll bring: A recognised CCAB qualification with significant post-qualified experience Strong statutory reporting and external audit experience Experience leading and developing finance teams Excellent knowledge of financial controls, treasury and balance sheet management The confidence to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex financial information clearly A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment Experience within education, charities or the wider public sector would be welcomed but isn't essential. We're equally interested in candidates from complex commercial organisations who are excited by the opportunity to apply their expertise to a purpose-driven organisation. Why Ark? This is a chance to use your professional expertise to create lasting social impact. Every improvement you make to our financial systems, every risk you help manage and every decision you support enables our schools to focus on delivering an outstanding education for thousands of children. You'll join an organisation that combines the pace and ambition of a growing organisation with a clear social purpose, working alongside colleagues who are deeply committed to transforming children's life chances. If you're looking for a leadership role where your technical expertise will have a meaningful impact far beyond the finance function, we'd love to hear from you. To apply Please apply via the link. We are proud to partner exclusively with Bryony Thomas from Allen Lane. For an informal conversation please contact Bryony directly through the agency website. This is a fast moving process and an early application is highly recommended.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Help build a network where every child can succeed. At Ark, we believe that every child deserves access to an excellent education, regardless of their background. For over two decades, we've been transforming lives through education, creating schools where children thrive, teachers flourish and communities grow stronger. As we expand from 39 to 48 academies, we're looking for an exceptional Financial Controller to help provide the financial leadership that underpins our mission. This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's largest and most ambitious multi-academy trusts at a pivotal point in our journey. Behind every outstanding school is a finance team that enables great decisions, protects public funds and gives school leaders the confidence to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional outcomes for young people. The opportunity Reporting to the Director of Finance and Procurement, you will lead our financial control and reporting function across the Ark Schools network. You'll oversee a high-performing team of eight and ensure that our financial reporting, statutory compliance, treasury management and internal controls are robust, forward-looking and fit for a growing organisation. This is far more than a technical accounting role. You'll be a trusted adviser to senior leaders, driving continuous improvement, strengthening financial governance and ensuring we remain an exemplary steward of the public and charitable funding entrusted to us. You'll lead on: Delivering statutory accounts and year-end reporting across a complex group structure Leading external audit and regulatory reporting, ensuring full compliance with academy and charity requirements Overseeing treasury, cash flow forecasting and capital expenditure across the Trust Maintaining a robust financial control environment that supports a growing network Developing and mentoring a talented central finance team Improving financial systems, processes and reporting to support better decision-making Supporting the successful integration of new schools into the Ark network About you You're a technically outstanding qualified accountant who combines strong financial control expertise with a collaborative leadership style. You'll bring: A recognised CCAB qualification with significant post-qualified experience Strong statutory reporting and external audit experience Experience leading and developing finance teams Excellent knowledge of financial controls, treasury and balance sheet management The confidence to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex financial information clearly A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment Experience within education, charities or the wider public sector would be welcomed but isn't essential. We're equally interested in candidates from complex commercial organisations who are excited by the opportunity to apply their expertise to a purpose-driven organisation. Why Ark? This is a chance to use your professional expertise to create lasting social impact. Every improvement you make to our financial systems, every risk you help manage and every decision you support enables our schools to focus on delivering an outstanding education for thousands of children. You'll join an organisation that combines the pace and ambition of a growing organisation with a clear social purpose, working alongside colleagues who are deeply committed to transforming children's life chances. If you're looking for a leadership role where your technical expertise will have a meaningful impact far beyond the finance function, we'd love to hear from you. To apply Please apply via the link. We are proud to partner exclusively with Bryony Thomas from Allen Lane. For an informal conversation please contact Bryony directly through the agency website. This is a fast moving process and an early application is highly recommended.
Director of Operations - Finance & Support Services Dartington (& Torquay as required) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, ideally Monday-Friday 08.30-16.30 Salary: £51,663.00 - £59,597.00 per annum (DOE) Are you a skilled operations professional with a background in finance? We have a brand-new opportunity at Lifeworks Charity, for a Director of Operations (Finance & Support Services) to play a crucial role in our Central Support team. You will drive the sustainable growth and operational efficiency of the charity, directly contributing to our charitable impact. You'll blend your financial expertise with your keen eye for operational oversight in this hybrid role, ensuring our resources are managed effectively to benefit the young people and families we support. Who we are: Since 1996, we've been empowering people with learning disabilities in Devon to achieve their dreams and build fulfilling lives. Our core values of kindness, respect, and positivity guide everything we do. What you'll do: Finance - Manage and maintain all financial aspects of the charity, including (but not limited to), budgeting, forecasting, reporting, ledgers, balance sheets, bank reconciliations, debtor accounts, cash flow management, insurances, property and procurement. - Take a lead on the development of financial and fundraising processes and strategies. - Manage and be the main point of contact for all aspects of ESFA and DfE funding compliance and reporting. - Lead a small team to deliver outstanding support to the charity and act as a key financial advisor to managers across the organisation. - Produce clear and concise monthly management accounts and provide financial insights to senior managers and the Board of Trustees. - Working closely with external auditors, prepare and oversee our year end accounts. Operations - Ensure that charity governance and compliance is upheld, by contributing to record maintenance, managing registers and supporting with reviews of policies and procedures. - Work with our external IT partners to manage our technology. You will make sure that the correct infrastructure, systems and processes are in the right place at the right time. - Lead on IT security for the charity, implementing regular reviews to monitor compliance. - Act as the Data Controller and manage all areas of data protection regulations, always prioritising data security. - Develop and review charity policies as necessary, ensuring they align with best practices and legal requirements. - Ensure compliance of Health and Safety policies, liaising with external advisors to maintain safety within the workplace. Last but not least, we are looking for someone that is an advocate for people with learning disabilities and shares our common goal of making sure the people we support achieve their best lives with us. You may not be involved in the day-to-day work with our service users, but the work you will do is vital to the success of our charity. What we're looking for: You'll be a motivated and experienced professional who is passionate about making a difference. You should be: - ACCA/CIMA/ACA part-qualified with significant experience (or fully qualified is a bonus!). - A proven leader with the ability to inspire and develop a team. - An expert in financial management, from budgeting to reporting. - An excellent communicator who can clearly explain complex financial information to all audiences. - Experienced in managing a broad portfolio, ideally including Health and Safety, IT, or facilities. - Knowledgeable about governance frameworks and risk management. If you are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a desire to contribute to a vital cause, we would love to hear from you. We're passionate about supporting our staff just as much as we are about supporting our service users. When you join our team, you can expect: - An hourly rate above the Real Living Wage - A holiday entitlement of 33 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - A fully funded DBS check and update service to ensure a smooth onboarding process - Access to valuable resources including an employee assistance program to support your mental and emotional health Building a diverse and safe team: At Lifeworks, we're committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities who meet the job criteria, and we guarantee qualified candidates with disabilities an interview. Lifeworks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. To achieve this commitment, we will ensure the continuous development, improvement and review of robust safeguarding processes and procedures that continuously promote a culture of vigilance in respect of safeguarding within our organisation. All staff undergo Safer Recruitment checks which include pre-employment checks, reference checks, and a DBS check with Barred List checks (where applicable). Early applications encouraged! This vacancy is scheduled to close on the 19th of July, but may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified. So, to ensure your application is considered, ensure you apply early! The interview format will consist of 3 parts; a formal interview assessment, a short presentation and a Q&A with staff members. If you are selected for interview, further details will be shared ahead of the above date. Apply today and tell us why you'd be a great fit for our team. Please note that this role was previously advertised as Operations Manager. We ask that previous applicants of this role need not reapply. We'd appreciate no contact from agencies regarding this role. We are only accepting direct applications.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Director of Operations - Finance & Support Services Dartington (& Torquay as required) Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, ideally Monday-Friday 08.30-16.30 Salary: £51,663.00 - £59,597.00 per annum (DOE) Are you a skilled operations professional with a background in finance? We have a brand-new opportunity at Lifeworks Charity, for a Director of Operations (Finance & Support Services) to play a crucial role in our Central Support team. You will drive the sustainable growth and operational efficiency of the charity, directly contributing to our charitable impact. You'll blend your financial expertise with your keen eye for operational oversight in this hybrid role, ensuring our resources are managed effectively to benefit the young people and families we support. Who we are: Since 1996, we've been empowering people with learning disabilities in Devon to achieve their dreams and build fulfilling lives. Our core values of kindness, respect, and positivity guide everything we do. What you'll do: Finance - Manage and maintain all financial aspects of the charity, including (but not limited to), budgeting, forecasting, reporting, ledgers, balance sheets, bank reconciliations, debtor accounts, cash flow management, insurances, property and procurement. - Take a lead on the development of financial and fundraising processes and strategies. - Manage and be the main point of contact for all aspects of ESFA and DfE funding compliance and reporting. - Lead a small team to deliver outstanding support to the charity and act as a key financial advisor to managers across the organisation. - Produce clear and concise monthly management accounts and provide financial insights to senior managers and the Board of Trustees. - Working closely with external auditors, prepare and oversee our year end accounts. Operations - Ensure that charity governance and compliance is upheld, by contributing to record maintenance, managing registers and supporting with reviews of policies and procedures. - Work with our external IT partners to manage our technology. You will make sure that the correct infrastructure, systems and processes are in the right place at the right time. - Lead on IT security for the charity, implementing regular reviews to monitor compliance. - Act as the Data Controller and manage all areas of data protection regulations, always prioritising data security. - Develop and review charity policies as necessary, ensuring they align with best practices and legal requirements. - Ensure compliance of Health and Safety policies, liaising with external advisors to maintain safety within the workplace. Last but not least, we are looking for someone that is an advocate for people with learning disabilities and shares our common goal of making sure the people we support achieve their best lives with us. You may not be involved in the day-to-day work with our service users, but the work you will do is vital to the success of our charity. What we're looking for: You'll be a motivated and experienced professional who is passionate about making a difference. You should be: - ACCA/CIMA/ACA part-qualified with significant experience (or fully qualified is a bonus!). - A proven leader with the ability to inspire and develop a team. - An expert in financial management, from budgeting to reporting. - An excellent communicator who can clearly explain complex financial information to all audiences. - Experienced in managing a broad portfolio, ideally including Health and Safety, IT, or facilities. - Knowledgeable about governance frameworks and risk management. If you are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a desire to contribute to a vital cause, we would love to hear from you. We're passionate about supporting our staff just as much as we are about supporting our service users. When you join our team, you can expect: - An hourly rate above the Real Living Wage - A holiday entitlement of 33 days' holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - A fully funded DBS check and update service to ensure a smooth onboarding process - Access to valuable resources including an employee assistance program to support your mental and emotional health Building a diverse and safe team: At Lifeworks, we're committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals with disabilities who meet the job criteria, and we guarantee qualified candidates with disabilities an interview. Lifeworks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. To achieve this commitment, we will ensure the continuous development, improvement and review of robust safeguarding processes and procedures that continuously promote a culture of vigilance in respect of safeguarding within our organisation. All staff undergo Safer Recruitment checks which include pre-employment checks, reference checks, and a DBS check with Barred List checks (where applicable). Early applications encouraged! This vacancy is scheduled to close on the 19th of July, but may close earlier if suitable candidates are identified. So, to ensure your application is considered, ensure you apply early! The interview format will consist of 3 parts; a formal interview assessment, a short presentation and a Q&A with staff members. If you are selected for interview, further details will be shared ahead of the above date. Apply today and tell us why you'd be a great fit for our team. Please note that this role was previously advertised as Operations Manager. We ask that previous applicants of this role need not reapply. We'd appreciate no contact from agencies regarding this role. We are only accepting direct applications.
Robert Walters are delighted to be partnering with SKAO in their global search for a Chief Financial Officer to join their executive team, at a pivotal moment in the organisation's journey. Please note - all enquiries and applications MUST come through Robert Walters to be considered. Global applications welcome. As SKAO embarks on the transition from construction to full operation of the world's largest radio telescope, this high-profile leadership role offers you the chance to shape the financial future of a truly global scientific endeavour. You will be responsible for leading finance, procurement, ERP, and UK facilities teams across three continents, ensuring robust governance and compliance while supporting cutting-edge research infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with international partners, government members, and diverse stakeholders, all within an environment that values flexibility, inclusivity, and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact in science and technology on a global scale, SKAO provides the platform for your expertise to shine. What you'll do: Provide strategic financial advice and guidance to the Director General and senior managers to support organisational objectives. Deliver comprehensive financial reports and formal presentations to the SKAO Council and sub-committees, ensuring clarity and transparency in governance. Develop strong working relationships with external partners including member states, peer organisations, banks, auditors, advisors, contractors, and suppliers to foster effective collaboration. Drive cross-functional cooperation across all locations to enhance financial planning processes throughout the organisation. Oversee budgetary control and management practices to ensure value-for-money while maintaining operational excellence across the Observatory. Lead business continuity planning for Finance, Procurement, ERP, and UK Facilities functions by conducting risk analysis and implementing mitigation strategies. Manage SKAO's insurance strategy and portfolio while overseeing claims processes to safeguard organisational assets. Ensure financial systems are robust, compliant with best practice standards, and scalable for future growth initiatives. Maintain tax compliance and regulatory adherence across all relevant jurisdictions to minimise organisational risk. Direct all aspects of financial activities including accounting, cash flow management, treasury operations, audit processes, payroll administration, pensions oversight, procurement actions (including complex contracts), ERP system sponsorship (including e-Procurement), and facilities management for UK headquarters. What you bring: A member of an internationally recognised professional accounting body. with extensive experience in senior management roles within complex, global, multinational organisations. Demonstrated success operating in international contexts-building effective working relationships with internal teams as well as external stakeholders from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. Exceptional communication skills with commercial acumen-able to deliver clear business writing and operate effectively at strategic board level or equivalent settings. Proven ability as a strategic leader who brings analytical thinking alongside an enquiring mindset-capable of identifying opportunities for change that align with organisational needs now and into the future. Technical expertise in financial management including IFRS-based accounting standards; knowledge of international employment tax rules; contract law proficiency; advanced skills in budgeting, forecasting, reporting; familiarity with financial controls; risk management experience; hands-on approach to financial analysis. Experience managing procurement activities within an international setting-including complex construction contracts as well as operational procurement efficiency measures. Understanding of foreign currency transactions along with associated risks relevant to global operations. Advanced IT skills coupled with openness to adopting new technologies that drive process improvements across finance functions. Ability to collaborate effectively at both operational and strategic levels-delivering excellent services through distributed teams while contributing meaningfully to long-term planning initiatives. High integrity combined with commitment to good governance principles-demonstrating openness alongside dedication to equality, diversity, sustainability-and adaptability as a flexible team player. What sets this company apart: SKAO stands out as one of the world's most ambitious scientific collaborations-uniting governments from around the globe in pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries through radio astronomy. As an International Organisation headquartered in Cheshire but operating across three continents (UK, Australia, South Africa), SKAO offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a supportive network committed to diversity and inclusion. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to accommodate personal circumstances while enabling meaningful contributions on a global stage. The culture is built on shared values of openness, respect for different perspectives, commitment to sustainability-and above all-a passion for advancing human knowledge through science. Joining SKAO means becoming part of a visionary community where your expertise can help shape history while enjoying access to world-class resources and collaborative networks. What's next: If you are ready to make your mark on one of the world's most exciting scientific projects while advancing your career at executive level-this is your moment! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Robert Walters are delighted to be partnering with SKAO in their global search for a Chief Financial Officer to join their executive team, at a pivotal moment in the organisation's journey. Please note - all enquiries and applications MUST come through Robert Walters to be considered. Global applications welcome. As SKAO embarks on the transition from construction to full operation of the world's largest radio telescope, this high-profile leadership role offers you the chance to shape the financial future of a truly global scientific endeavour. You will be responsible for leading finance, procurement, ERP, and UK facilities teams across three continents, ensuring robust governance and compliance while supporting cutting-edge research infrastructure. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with international partners, government members, and diverse stakeholders, all within an environment that values flexibility, inclusivity, and professional growth. If you are passionate about making a lasting impact in science and technology on a global scale, SKAO provides the platform for your expertise to shine. What you'll do: Provide strategic financial advice and guidance to the Director General and senior managers to support organisational objectives. Deliver comprehensive financial reports and formal presentations to the SKAO Council and sub-committees, ensuring clarity and transparency in governance. Develop strong working relationships with external partners including member states, peer organisations, banks, auditors, advisors, contractors, and suppliers to foster effective collaboration. Drive cross-functional cooperation across all locations to enhance financial planning processes throughout the organisation. Oversee budgetary control and management practices to ensure value-for-money while maintaining operational excellence across the Observatory. Lead business continuity planning for Finance, Procurement, ERP, and UK Facilities functions by conducting risk analysis and implementing mitigation strategies. Manage SKAO's insurance strategy and portfolio while overseeing claims processes to safeguard organisational assets. Ensure financial systems are robust, compliant with best practice standards, and scalable for future growth initiatives. Maintain tax compliance and regulatory adherence across all relevant jurisdictions to minimise organisational risk. Direct all aspects of financial activities including accounting, cash flow management, treasury operations, audit processes, payroll administration, pensions oversight, procurement actions (including complex contracts), ERP system sponsorship (including e-Procurement), and facilities management for UK headquarters. What you bring: A member of an internationally recognised professional accounting body. with extensive experience in senior management roles within complex, global, multinational organisations. Demonstrated success operating in international contexts-building effective working relationships with internal teams as well as external stakeholders from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. Exceptional communication skills with commercial acumen-able to deliver clear business writing and operate effectively at strategic board level or equivalent settings. Proven ability as a strategic leader who brings analytical thinking alongside an enquiring mindset-capable of identifying opportunities for change that align with organisational needs now and into the future. Technical expertise in financial management including IFRS-based accounting standards; knowledge of international employment tax rules; contract law proficiency; advanced skills in budgeting, forecasting, reporting; familiarity with financial controls; risk management experience; hands-on approach to financial analysis. Experience managing procurement activities within an international setting-including complex construction contracts as well as operational procurement efficiency measures. Understanding of foreign currency transactions along with associated risks relevant to global operations. Advanced IT skills coupled with openness to adopting new technologies that drive process improvements across finance functions. Ability to collaborate effectively at both operational and strategic levels-delivering excellent services through distributed teams while contributing meaningfully to long-term planning initiatives. High integrity combined with commitment to good governance principles-demonstrating openness alongside dedication to equality, diversity, sustainability-and adaptability as a flexible team player. What sets this company apart: SKAO stands out as one of the world's most ambitious scientific collaborations-uniting governments from around the globe in pursuit of groundbreaking discoveries through radio astronomy. As an International Organisation headquartered in Cheshire but operating across three continents (UK, Australia, South Africa), SKAO offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a supportive network committed to diversity and inclusion. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to accommodate personal circumstances while enabling meaningful contributions on a global stage. The culture is built on shared values of openness, respect for different perspectives, commitment to sustainability-and above all-a passion for advancing human knowledge through science. Joining SKAO means becoming part of a visionary community where your expertise can help shape history while enjoying access to world-class resources and collaborative networks. What's next: If you are ready to make your mark on one of the world's most exciting scientific projects while advancing your career at executive level-this is your moment! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Awel Aman Tawe is a pioneering community energy charity working to tackle the climate emergency while strengthening community resilience. Founded in 1998, we have developed two of the largest renewable energy co-operatives in Wales - Awel Co-op (wind) and Egni Co-op (solar and smart local energy systems). We are entering an exciting and pivotal phase. Alongside our established renewable energy assets, we are developing new infrastructure, including a solar farm and battery storage project (one of the UK's first "tribrid" systems). We are also advancing shared ownership wind and solar projects with commercial developers - these are multi-million pound projects and will be getting built over the next 2-10 years. We are also expanding our portfolio of community, education and enterprise activities. As of end 2025, AAT and group companies have a combined balance sheet of more than £19m and turnover of £4m Our work spans multiple legal and operational structures, including a charity, community benefit societies (co-ops), trading activity and joint ventures. Hwb y Gors, our low-carbon arts and enterprise centre, is a key part of our growing earned income and community development. We are a dynamic, values-driven organisation with a strong track record and ambitious plans for the future. Why this role matters With increasing scale, complexity and ambition, we need a Finance Director who can ensure our financial systems, planning, and governance remain robust, agile and aligned with our mission. This role offers a rare opportunity to work across a diverse and evolving financial landscape - combining charitable funding, co-operative structures, commercial income and major capital energy projects. The Role We are seeking an experienced, inquisitive and proactive Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will work closely with the CEO, Creative Director, Trustees and senior colleagues to shape organisational strategy, support decision-making and ensure financial sustainability. You will bring clarity and insight across multiple entities and income streams, and play a central role in navigating complexity, including financial planning for large-scale infrastructure and operating in a sector influenced by fluctuating energy markets. AAT is looking for someone who is committed and enthused to accelerate Wales towards net zero carbon and helping the community energy sector's vital role in achieving this. Key Responsibilities Strategic leadership Provide strategic financial leadership as part of the senior management team Contribute to organisational strategy and provide constructive challenge and insight Lead the development of long-term financial plans and sustainable business models Develop financial modelling and scenario planning, including for major capital projects Support funding strategies (including liaison with banks), business cases and income diversification Financial Planning and Reporting Lead the development of robust budgets, forecasts and financial models Provide clear, insightful management accounts and financial reporting to SMT and Board Ensure reporting supports effective decision-making across the organisation Oversee financial reporting to funders, lenders and stakeholders Operational finance and governance Oversee day-to-day financial management and cash flow Ensure strong financial controls, systems and processes are in place and continuously improved Maintain and develop accounting systems (Xero) and reporting processes Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal and audit requirements Lead the preparation of statutory accounts across multiple entities (including charity SORP and FCA requirements) Manage relationships with auditors, banks, HMRC and funders Complexity and risk management Consolidate and oversee finances across multiple entities and funding streams Provide financial oversight of joint ventures and commercial activity Undertake financial risk analysis, including for major capital and infrastructure projects Provide scenario planning in relation to energy price volatility and income variability Income generation and projects Support funding applications, grant claims and contract reporting Contribute to development of earned income activities Provide financial input into new projects, partnerships and investments Leadership and team development Lead and support a small finance and administration team Ensure appropriate financial controls and segregation of duties Build financial understanding and confidence across the wider organisation Person Specification Essential experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPFA or equivalent) Significant senior finance leadership experience in a complex organisation Strong experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and modelling Experience of producing statutory and management accounts Experience of multi-entity structures and financial consolidation Experience of charity finance, including SORP and restricted/unrestricted funds Track record of supporting strategic decision-making through financial insight Experience working with multiple income streams (e.g. grants, trading, contracts) Desirable Experience Experience of community energy, infrastructure or similar sectors Understanding of community benefit societies or co-operative models Experience of working with joint ventures or shared ownership structures Experience of sectors with market-driven or variable income (e.g. energy) Welsh language Skills and abilities Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues Strong commercial awareness and sound judgement Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability Ability to work independently and proactively Strong relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders Personal qualities We are particularly looking for someone who is: Inquisitive and curious - someone who actively interrogates and understands the numbers Proactive and solutions-focused - comfortable taking initiative in a dynamic environment Strategically minded - able to connect financial insight with organisational goals Comfortable with complexity and ambiguity Collaborative and values-led Committed to environmental sustainability and community wellbeing Why join Awel Aman Tawe? Be part of one of the UK's leading community energy organisations Work at the forefront of innovative renewable energy and social enterprise models Play a key role in tackling the climate crisis and supporting communities Help shape a financially resilient and ambitious organisation at a pivotal moment Application process Please submit a CV and covering letter outlining: Your suitability for the role Your experience in relation to the person specification Why you are interested in working with Awel Aman Tawe Subject line: Finance Director Deadline for Applications: 3rd August 2026 Interviews: 10th August 2026 If you would like to discuss this job opportunity, please contact Dan McCallum at Awel Aman Tawe, CEO/Prif Swyddog Equal opportunities Positions are open to all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. This post is funded by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Awel Aman Tawe is a pioneering community energy charity working to tackle the climate emergency while strengthening community resilience. Founded in 1998, we have developed two of the largest renewable energy co-operatives in Wales - Awel Co-op (wind) and Egni Co-op (solar and smart local energy systems). We are entering an exciting and pivotal phase. Alongside our established renewable energy assets, we are developing new infrastructure, including a solar farm and battery storage project (one of the UK's first "tribrid" systems). We are also advancing shared ownership wind and solar projects with commercial developers - these are multi-million pound projects and will be getting built over the next 2-10 years. We are also expanding our portfolio of community, education and enterprise activities. As of end 2025, AAT and group companies have a combined balance sheet of more than £19m and turnover of £4m Our work spans multiple legal and operational structures, including a charity, community benefit societies (co-ops), trading activity and joint ventures. Hwb y Gors, our low-carbon arts and enterprise centre, is a key part of our growing earned income and community development. We are a dynamic, values-driven organisation with a strong track record and ambitious plans for the future. Why this role matters With increasing scale, complexity and ambition, we need a Finance Director who can ensure our financial systems, planning, and governance remain robust, agile and aligned with our mission. This role offers a rare opportunity to work across a diverse and evolving financial landscape - combining charitable funding, co-operative structures, commercial income and major capital energy projects. The Role We are seeking an experienced, inquisitive and proactive Finance Director to provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will work closely with the CEO, Creative Director, Trustees and senior colleagues to shape organisational strategy, support decision-making and ensure financial sustainability. You will bring clarity and insight across multiple entities and income streams, and play a central role in navigating complexity, including financial planning for large-scale infrastructure and operating in a sector influenced by fluctuating energy markets. AAT is looking for someone who is committed and enthused to accelerate Wales towards net zero carbon and helping the community energy sector's vital role in achieving this. Key Responsibilities Strategic leadership Provide strategic financial leadership as part of the senior management team Contribute to organisational strategy and provide constructive challenge and insight Lead the development of long-term financial plans and sustainable business models Develop financial modelling and scenario planning, including for major capital projects Support funding strategies (including liaison with banks), business cases and income diversification Financial Planning and Reporting Lead the development of robust budgets, forecasts and financial models Provide clear, insightful management accounts and financial reporting to SMT and Board Ensure reporting supports effective decision-making across the organisation Oversee financial reporting to funders, lenders and stakeholders Operational finance and governance Oversee day-to-day financial management and cash flow Ensure strong financial controls, systems and processes are in place and continuously improved Maintain and develop accounting systems (Xero) and reporting processes Ensure compliance with all regulatory, legal and audit requirements Lead the preparation of statutory accounts across multiple entities (including charity SORP and FCA requirements) Manage relationships with auditors, banks, HMRC and funders Complexity and risk management Consolidate and oversee finances across multiple entities and funding streams Provide financial oversight of joint ventures and commercial activity Undertake financial risk analysis, including for major capital and infrastructure projects Provide scenario planning in relation to energy price volatility and income variability Income generation and projects Support funding applications, grant claims and contract reporting Contribute to development of earned income activities Provide financial input into new projects, partnerships and investments Leadership and team development Lead and support a small finance and administration team Ensure appropriate financial controls and segregation of duties Build financial understanding and confidence across the wider organisation Person Specification Essential experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPFA or equivalent) Significant senior finance leadership experience in a complex organisation Strong experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and modelling Experience of producing statutory and management accounts Experience of multi-entity structures and financial consolidation Experience of charity finance, including SORP and restricted/unrestricted funds Track record of supporting strategic decision-making through financial insight Experience working with multiple income streams (e.g. grants, trading, contracts) Desirable Experience Experience of community energy, infrastructure or similar sectors Understanding of community benefit societies or co-operative models Experience of working with joint ventures or shared ownership structures Experience of sectors with market-driven or variable income (e.g. energy) Welsh language Skills and abilities Strong analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues Strong commercial awareness and sound judgement Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability Ability to work independently and proactively Strong relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholders Personal qualities We are particularly looking for someone who is: Inquisitive and curious - someone who actively interrogates and understands the numbers Proactive and solutions-focused - comfortable taking initiative in a dynamic environment Strategically minded - able to connect financial insight with organisational goals Comfortable with complexity and ambiguity Collaborative and values-led Committed to environmental sustainability and community wellbeing Why join Awel Aman Tawe? Be part of one of the UK's leading community energy organisations Work at the forefront of innovative renewable energy and social enterprise models Play a key role in tackling the climate crisis and supporting communities Help shape a financially resilient and ambitious organisation at a pivotal moment Application process Please submit a CV and covering letter outlining: Your suitability for the role Your experience in relation to the person specification Why you are interested in working with Awel Aman Tawe Subject line: Finance Director Deadline for Applications: 3rd August 2026 Interviews: 10th August 2026 If you would like to discuss this job opportunity, please contact Dan McCallum at Awel Aman Tawe, CEO/Prif Swyddog Equal opportunities Positions are open to all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. This post is funded by Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
Join Rainbow Trust Children's Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take operational ownership of IT infrastructure and MSP relationship management, facilities, fleet, and contracts across our organisation. This is a wide-ranging role where your work directly underpins our frontline teams' ability to deliver life-changing support to families with seriously ill children. About the role: Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will have input into how Rainbow Trust manages its IT, property and facilities, and fleet - while also leading on the day-to-day operational infrastructure across the organisation, including overall responsibility for our IT infrastructure and security. The role holder will act as the primary internal point of contact for our Managed Service Provider, overseeing service delivery, SLAs, and ensuring our IT infrastructure remains secure, compliant and fit for purpose Managing the office facilities, leases, and contracts across our head office and nine regional sites, you will lead on contract negotiation and supplier management, managing a central administration budget and project manage office moves and operational projects. With a focus on improving the efficiency of our systems, processes and ways of working, you will also line manage our Fleet Administrator, overseeing our fleet of 80 leased vehicles and be an integral part of decision making. This is a substantive management role with real ownership, and meaningful variety - ideal for an experienced operations professional with a sound understanding of Microsoft Administration and cyber security ready to take on a broad remit in a values-driven organisation. What we're looking for: Applications will be particularly welcome from those who have demonstrable experience of negotiating and managing contracts, including managed IT service contracts and budgets. A qualification in cyber security or IT and experience of Microsoft administration, cyber security and MSP management is also necessary for this role. A systematic and effective problem solver - you are self-disciplined and analytical, and you thrive on providing solutions, delivering high standards, and are skilled in appropriately tailoring your output to a range of different stakeholders for decision-making. A self-disciplined multi-tasker who is able to work independently and at a fast pace to meet deadlines - you are someone who perseveres and ensures close follow-up of delegated tasks to deliver consistently high-quality work through to completion. A strong verbal and written communicator with a high level of attention to detail - you're a quick decision maker, who operates well within a defined area of control, basing your decisions on policy and procedures. You build strong working relationships both internally and externally - you are driven to achieve results and have the ability to train and support others to make correct decisions You work well within established systems, standards and procedures - you are accurate, highly numerate with excellent Excel skills and make fact-based and solution orientated decisions. Why join us? We're proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we're committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Time off in Lieu. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our online Candidate Pack. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply please send your CV and Covering letter to us via the link. Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification. For a full job description and person specification please visit our website Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Join Rainbow Trust Children's Charity and play a vital role in ensuring our teams can support families facing the unimaginable, helping us make a real difference. We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take operational ownership of IT infrastructure and MSP relationship management, facilities, fleet, and contracts across our organisation. This is a wide-ranging role where your work directly underpins our frontline teams' ability to deliver life-changing support to families with seriously ill children. About the role: Reporting directly to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will have input into how Rainbow Trust manages its IT, property and facilities, and fleet - while also leading on the day-to-day operational infrastructure across the organisation, including overall responsibility for our IT infrastructure and security. The role holder will act as the primary internal point of contact for our Managed Service Provider, overseeing service delivery, SLAs, and ensuring our IT infrastructure remains secure, compliant and fit for purpose Managing the office facilities, leases, and contracts across our head office and nine regional sites, you will lead on contract negotiation and supplier management, managing a central administration budget and project manage office moves and operational projects. With a focus on improving the efficiency of our systems, processes and ways of working, you will also line manage our Fleet Administrator, overseeing our fleet of 80 leased vehicles and be an integral part of decision making. This is a substantive management role with real ownership, and meaningful variety - ideal for an experienced operations professional with a sound understanding of Microsoft Administration and cyber security ready to take on a broad remit in a values-driven organisation. What we're looking for: Applications will be particularly welcome from those who have demonstrable experience of negotiating and managing contracts, including managed IT service contracts and budgets. A qualification in cyber security or IT and experience of Microsoft administration, cyber security and MSP management is also necessary for this role. A systematic and effective problem solver - you are self-disciplined and analytical, and you thrive on providing solutions, delivering high standards, and are skilled in appropriately tailoring your output to a range of different stakeholders for decision-making. A self-disciplined multi-tasker who is able to work independently and at a fast pace to meet deadlines - you are someone who perseveres and ensures close follow-up of delegated tasks to deliver consistently high-quality work through to completion. A strong verbal and written communicator with a high level of attention to detail - you're a quick decision maker, who operates well within a defined area of control, basing your decisions on policy and procedures. You build strong working relationships both internally and externally - you are driven to achieve results and have the ability to train and support others to make correct decisions You work well within established systems, standards and procedures - you are accurate, highly numerate with excellent Excel skills and make fact-based and solution orientated decisions. Why join us? We're proud to be a Two-Star Best Companies Top 50 mid-sized organisation and a Top 10 Charity, and we're committed to creating a great place to work. You will benefit from: Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%. Flexible working hours to balance home and working life. 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays - rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time). The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping. Time off in Lieu. Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year. Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts. Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes. A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme. Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth. If you'd like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our why work with us page. More information about us and our recruitment process can be found in our online Candidate Pack. About us: Rainbow Trust Children's Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that. Apply now: To apply please send your CV and Covering letter to us via the link. Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification. For a full job description and person specification please visit our website Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post. Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Finance Director Hours of work 30 hrs / 4 days per week, permanent contract Based Newhaven, with some hybrid working available after completing induction Starting Salary £60K per annum pro rata Are you an experienced senior level finance decision maker with broad cross sector knowledge, who demonstrates excellent communication skills, and wants to use your skills to support a community facing organisation? If so, we would welcome your interest and application! You will be a qualified accountant, with an understanding of the complexities of working within the 3rd sector funding framework. With responsibility for providing expert strategic financial advice and professional input right across the organisation, you will ensure the finances of the Charity run smoothly and efficiently. You will consider the wider internal and external factors presented to you by our internal knowledge experts alongside the financial position in order to support the delivery of the services and enterprises, which fulfil the organisation's mission and values. You will also provide effective leadership and direction of the well-regarded finance team with a person-centred approach. Providing sound financial, contract & risk management advice and ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and audit requirements, you will contribute to the strategic leadership of the charity as an active member of our Senior Management Team. We are looking for people to join our team who have the qualities and skills we feel would most benefit our internal and external clients; professionalism, empathy, kindness and understanding. In return, we understand people want to work in a supportive environment with friendly colleagues. We offer a flexible, hybrid approach to delivery wherever possible, annual leave of 25 days per year pro rata plus bank holidays and sick pay from the start (increasing with service), additional sick pay per year for planned operations and recovery, a pension scheme, bereavement leave, and managers who are available to you plus a day off for your birthday! Interviews will be held in Newhaven. Closing date: 5pm on Sunday 19th July 2026 1st stage interviews: Wednesday 29th July 2026 / 2nd stage interviews: w/c Monday 3rd August 2026 For the job description and to apply, please visit the website Completed application forms can be sent to HR You may think that you're not a 100% match to what we're looking for, but we recognise that some skills and experience may be transferable rather than an exact match . If you're unsure about whether to apply, please do contact the HR team, and we would be happy to arrange an informal discussion with the CEO or current FD. SCDA includes: Employability; Community Advice and Wellbeing; Community Development & Health Registered Charity Number: Company Limited by Guarantee:
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Finance Director Hours of work 30 hrs / 4 days per week, permanent contract Based Newhaven, with some hybrid working available after completing induction Starting Salary £60K per annum pro rata Are you an experienced senior level finance decision maker with broad cross sector knowledge, who demonstrates excellent communication skills, and wants to use your skills to support a community facing organisation? If so, we would welcome your interest and application! You will be a qualified accountant, with an understanding of the complexities of working within the 3rd sector funding framework. With responsibility for providing expert strategic financial advice and professional input right across the organisation, you will ensure the finances of the Charity run smoothly and efficiently. You will consider the wider internal and external factors presented to you by our internal knowledge experts alongside the financial position in order to support the delivery of the services and enterprises, which fulfil the organisation's mission and values. You will also provide effective leadership and direction of the well-regarded finance team with a person-centred approach. Providing sound financial, contract & risk management advice and ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and audit requirements, you will contribute to the strategic leadership of the charity as an active member of our Senior Management Team. We are looking for people to join our team who have the qualities and skills we feel would most benefit our internal and external clients; professionalism, empathy, kindness and understanding. In return, we understand people want to work in a supportive environment with friendly colleagues. We offer a flexible, hybrid approach to delivery wherever possible, annual leave of 25 days per year pro rata plus bank holidays and sick pay from the start (increasing with service), additional sick pay per year for planned operations and recovery, a pension scheme, bereavement leave, and managers who are available to you plus a day off for your birthday! Interviews will be held in Newhaven. Closing date: 5pm on Sunday 19th July 2026 1st stage interviews: Wednesday 29th July 2026 / 2nd stage interviews: w/c Monday 3rd August 2026 For the job description and to apply, please visit the website Completed application forms can be sent to HR You may think that you're not a 100% match to what we're looking for, but we recognise that some skills and experience may be transferable rather than an exact match . If you're unsure about whether to apply, please do contact the HR team, and we would be happy to arrange an informal discussion with the CEO or current FD. SCDA includes: Employability; Community Advice and Wellbeing; Community Development & Health Registered Charity Number: Company Limited by Guarantee:
Job Description Job Title: Strategic Communications and Marketing Planning Manager Directorate: Communications Team/Department (if specific): Marketing and Planning Date Written/ Amended: August 2025 Context and Background Every childhood is worth fighting for. This is our belief. It drives us. And it inspires our Communications and Marketing team to find ever-more creative ways to promote our work and share how people can get involved in making a difference to children's lives. The award-winning NSPCC Communications directorate is known for its talent, expertise and creativity in inspiring and challenging people to act on child abuse. We work collaboratively, both organisationally and across integrated communications disciplines, to deliver shared outcomes and measurable results through all available communications channels. The Strategic Communications and Marketing Planning Manager forms part of our Brand and Marketing Planning team. The role is central to developing a strategic framework to support prioritisation of our annual communications and marketing plans, ensuring we're optimising our activity to drive impact. The Communications Planning Manager will lead on the communications and marketing planning process for all teams. Working with teams across the organisation, they will lead on the communications planning process. As part of this responsibility, they will work closely with senior stakeholders within Marketing and Communications and the Fundraising and Engagement directorate to maximise brand awareness and income driven by our communications and marketing activity. Job purpose 1. Lead the development and implementation of the strategic framework for annual communications and marketing planning, ensuring it is clear, comprehensive, and aligned with organisational priorities and budget allocation to drive the maximum impact for children and young people. 2. Coordinate and oversee the planning process across all communications teams, facilitating workshops and meetings to engage stakeholders, and ensuring plans are efficiently resourced and delivered. 3. Maintain effective planning systems and processes, ensuring timely communication of plans and priorities internally and externally, and supporting the identification and delivery of strategic communications objectives. 4. Build strong cross-organisational relationships, particularly between Communications and other directorates, to ensure alignment, coordination, and shared ownership of strategic goals. Key relationships - Internal Reports to the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning Works closely with the Director of Communications and Marketing on the overall strategy for communications and Marketing and delivery of directorate objectives Works closely with cross organisational campaign managers and key stakeholders, including our Senior Leadership Team to inform planning and strategic alignment. Works closely with teams to inform, support and manage communications activity. Pro-actively works with managers and staff in other NSPCC Directorates , such as Fundraising and Engagement, Strategy and Knowledge, People, Finance and Services as necessary to further communications relationships. Key relationships - External Creative, media and research agencies. Peers within the UK charity sector. Industry opinion formers, media and other stakeholders. Professionals/trade bodies/organisations in charitable sector. Main duties and responsibilities 1. Work with the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning to implement the strategic framework for the annual planning process, ensuring our marketing investment is aligned to strategic priorities, led by market research and media insight, and drives impact. 2. Facilitate workshops and meetings with relevant comms and marketing teams across the organisation to ensure all stakeholders are aligned and engaged in the annual comms and marketing planning process. 3. Support in the delivery and implementation of the communications strategy, ensuring our annual Communications and Marketing directorate business plans support our audiences to get closer to our cause. 4. Support the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning in the analysis of marketing and communications impact data and insight, to share complex information in a clear and compelling way with the Communications and Marketing Leadership Team, the Director of Marketing Communications, Director of Fundraising and Engagement , Executive Leadership Team and Trustees. 5. Ensure that there are appropriate processes in place to monitor communications and marketing performance, and delivery against business plans and the strategy. 6. Maximise income and add value to departmental activities by sharing knowledge, specialist expertise and best practice with others as appropriate. 7. Support the marketing and operations planning meeting by influencing and negotiating to deliver the comms planning process with internal audiences. 8. Work closely with finance, our media agencies and internal stakeholders to understand the investment plans and budgets for marketing across the organisation. 9. Support the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning in the development of the brand and media investment strategies. Responsibilities for all Staff within the Communications A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. Actively participate in regular department and team meetings, contributing to strategy, discussions and decisions which will be beneficial to the Directorate and wider NSPCC activities. Adhere to all the NSPCC's service standards, policies and procedures. Evidence an understanding of and commitment to the demonstration of the NSPCC's values. Maintain an awareness of and comply with NSPCC data protection regulations. Be responsible for personal learning and development, to support the learning and development of others and the whole organisation. Work in a manner that supports equality, diversity and inclusion Be pro-active in identifying ways to improve personal and team performance Maintain an awareness of own and others' Health and Safety and comply with the NSPCC's Health and Safety policy and procedures. Maintain awareness of NSPCCs safeguarding duties and comply with Safeguarding Code of Conduct. Take personal responsibility for keeping up to date with NSPCC work to end cruelty to children, including securing updates on project and service developments and general NSPCC news A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people Person specification 1. Excellent written communication skills to analyse, interpret and present proposals, reports and strategic plans in a clear and persuasive way for a wide range of audiences. 2. Excellent ability to verbally present information, to a range of audiences in a clear, inspiring, and confident way to achieve desired outcomes. 3. Excellent ability to align, prioritise and plan marketing and communications activity against strategic organisational priorities. 4. Excellent ability to establish, develop and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, including senior level individuals and external media agencies and partners to achieve desired outcomes. 5. Well-developed ability to develop, control and manage a communications and marketing plan, keeping within financial limits, monitoring and forecasting income and marketing performance, identifying possible shortfalls or overspends and taking timely and appropriate action. 6. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage projects, organise and plan own work and the work of others to deliver objectives on time. 7. Experience in marketing and communications planning and strategically scheduling marketing activities on behalf of a large national brand. 8. Project Management skills 9. Significant experience in leading integrated multi-channel campaign planning for a large organisation. 10. A personal commitment to ending cruelty to children. Safer Recruitment As an organisation, we are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with our children and adults. The recruitment and selection of our people will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. Our principles: Always seek to recruit the best candidate for the role based on merit including their skills, experience, motivation and competencies. Our robust recruitment and selection process should ensure the identification of the person best suited to the role and the organisation. Committed to diversity and equality of opportunity and will interview all applicants (internal and external) who self-declare at application as having a disability and who meet the minimum requirements in the person specification of the vacancy they are applying for. . click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Job Description Job Title: Strategic Communications and Marketing Planning Manager Directorate: Communications Team/Department (if specific): Marketing and Planning Date Written/ Amended: August 2025 Context and Background Every childhood is worth fighting for. This is our belief. It drives us. And it inspires our Communications and Marketing team to find ever-more creative ways to promote our work and share how people can get involved in making a difference to children's lives. The award-winning NSPCC Communications directorate is known for its talent, expertise and creativity in inspiring and challenging people to act on child abuse. We work collaboratively, both organisationally and across integrated communications disciplines, to deliver shared outcomes and measurable results through all available communications channels. The Strategic Communications and Marketing Planning Manager forms part of our Brand and Marketing Planning team. The role is central to developing a strategic framework to support prioritisation of our annual communications and marketing plans, ensuring we're optimising our activity to drive impact. The Communications Planning Manager will lead on the communications and marketing planning process for all teams. Working with teams across the organisation, they will lead on the communications planning process. As part of this responsibility, they will work closely with senior stakeholders within Marketing and Communications and the Fundraising and Engagement directorate to maximise brand awareness and income driven by our communications and marketing activity. Job purpose 1. Lead the development and implementation of the strategic framework for annual communications and marketing planning, ensuring it is clear, comprehensive, and aligned with organisational priorities and budget allocation to drive the maximum impact for children and young people. 2. Coordinate and oversee the planning process across all communications teams, facilitating workshops and meetings to engage stakeholders, and ensuring plans are efficiently resourced and delivered. 3. Maintain effective planning systems and processes, ensuring timely communication of plans and priorities internally and externally, and supporting the identification and delivery of strategic communications objectives. 4. Build strong cross-organisational relationships, particularly between Communications and other directorates, to ensure alignment, coordination, and shared ownership of strategic goals. Key relationships - Internal Reports to the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning Works closely with the Director of Communications and Marketing on the overall strategy for communications and Marketing and delivery of directorate objectives Works closely with cross organisational campaign managers and key stakeholders, including our Senior Leadership Team to inform planning and strategic alignment. Works closely with teams to inform, support and manage communications activity. Pro-actively works with managers and staff in other NSPCC Directorates , such as Fundraising and Engagement, Strategy and Knowledge, People, Finance and Services as necessary to further communications relationships. Key relationships - External Creative, media and research agencies. Peers within the UK charity sector. Industry opinion formers, media and other stakeholders. Professionals/trade bodies/organisations in charitable sector. Main duties and responsibilities 1. Work with the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning to implement the strategic framework for the annual planning process, ensuring our marketing investment is aligned to strategic priorities, led by market research and media insight, and drives impact. 2. Facilitate workshops and meetings with relevant comms and marketing teams across the organisation to ensure all stakeholders are aligned and engaged in the annual comms and marketing planning process. 3. Support in the delivery and implementation of the communications strategy, ensuring our annual Communications and Marketing directorate business plans support our audiences to get closer to our cause. 4. Support the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning in the analysis of marketing and communications impact data and insight, to share complex information in a clear and compelling way with the Communications and Marketing Leadership Team, the Director of Marketing Communications, Director of Fundraising and Engagement , Executive Leadership Team and Trustees. 5. Ensure that there are appropriate processes in place to monitor communications and marketing performance, and delivery against business plans and the strategy. 6. Maximise income and add value to departmental activities by sharing knowledge, specialist expertise and best practice with others as appropriate. 7. Support the marketing and operations planning meeting by influencing and negotiating to deliver the comms planning process with internal audiences. 8. Work closely with finance, our media agencies and internal stakeholders to understand the investment plans and budgets for marketing across the organisation. 9. Support the Associate Head of Brand and Marketing Planning in the development of the brand and media investment strategies. Responsibilities for all Staff within the Communications A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. Actively participate in regular department and team meetings, contributing to strategy, discussions and decisions which will be beneficial to the Directorate and wider NSPCC activities. Adhere to all the NSPCC's service standards, policies and procedures. Evidence an understanding of and commitment to the demonstration of the NSPCC's values. Maintain an awareness of and comply with NSPCC data protection regulations. Be responsible for personal learning and development, to support the learning and development of others and the whole organisation. Work in a manner that supports equality, diversity and inclusion Be pro-active in identifying ways to improve personal and team performance Maintain an awareness of own and others' Health and Safety and comply with the NSPCC's Health and Safety policy and procedures. Maintain awareness of NSPCCs safeguarding duties and comply with Safeguarding Code of Conduct. Take personal responsibility for keeping up to date with NSPCC work to end cruelty to children, including securing updates on project and service developments and general NSPCC news A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people Person specification 1. Excellent written communication skills to analyse, interpret and present proposals, reports and strategic plans in a clear and persuasive way for a wide range of audiences. 2. Excellent ability to verbally present information, to a range of audiences in a clear, inspiring, and confident way to achieve desired outcomes. 3. Excellent ability to align, prioritise and plan marketing and communications activity against strategic organisational priorities. 4. Excellent ability to establish, develop and maintain relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders, including senior level individuals and external media agencies and partners to achieve desired outcomes. 5. Well-developed ability to develop, control and manage a communications and marketing plan, keeping within financial limits, monitoring and forecasting income and marketing performance, identifying possible shortfalls or overspends and taking timely and appropriate action. 6. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage projects, organise and plan own work and the work of others to deliver objectives on time. 7. Experience in marketing and communications planning and strategically scheduling marketing activities on behalf of a large national brand. 8. Project Management skills 9. Significant experience in leading integrated multi-channel campaign planning for a large organisation. 10. A personal commitment to ending cruelty to children. Safer Recruitment As an organisation, we are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with our children and adults. The recruitment and selection of our people will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. Our principles: Always seek to recruit the best candidate for the role based on merit including their skills, experience, motivation and competencies. Our robust recruitment and selection process should ensure the identification of the person best suited to the role and the organisation. Committed to diversity and equality of opportunity and will interview all applicants (internal and external) who self-declare at application as having a disability and who meet the minimum requirements in the person specification of the vacancy they are applying for. . click apply for full job details
Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Full-time Reports to: Chair; Board of Directors Location: Hackney Salary: £50,000-60,000 depending on experience. Pension: HSoF participates in the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) pension scheme and contributes 3%. Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, free onsite lunches . Probation period: Six months. About Hackney School of Food Hackney School of Food is an award-winning food education hub based in the grounds of Mandeville Primary School in Clapton, East London. Through our teaching kitchen and educational garden, we help children, families and communities build the skills, confidence and knowledge to grow, cook and eat good food. Each year, we welcome more than 10,000 visits to our kitchen and garden, delivering curriculum programmes for schools alongside community cooking courses, gardening projects, holiday clubs, corporate volunteering and public events. Since becoming a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2023, we have expanded our facilities, strengthened our governance and built a strong reputation as a leader in food education. We're now looking for an exceptional Managing Director to build on these strong foundations and lead Hackney School of Food through its next phase of growth and impact. About the role Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director (MD) will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the organisation delivers its mission while remaining financially resilient, well-governed and responsive to the needs of the communities it serves. The Managing Director is responsible for all aspects of the organisation, including strategy, income generation, finance, governance, partnerships, programme delivery and people leadership. Working closely with a small, committed team and an engaged Board, they will build on strong foundations to grow Hackney School of Food's impact, reach and long-term sustainability. This is a varied, hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys balancing big-picture thinking with practical delivery. One day you may be developing a new partnership, meeting a prospective funder or working with the Board on future strategy; the next you could be supporting the team, welcoming visitors to the garden or solving day-to-day operational challenges. Key priorities In your first 12 months you will: Build on Hackney School of Food's strong foundations to deliver the next phase of our strategy and growth. Increase and diversify income through fundraising, partnerships and commercial opportunities to strengthen long-term sustainability. Lead, support and develop a small, ambitious team, fostering a positive and inclusive culture where people can thrive. Strengthen relationships with funders, partners and local businesses, helping Hackney School of Food deepen its impact. Work closely with the Board to embed strong governance, organisational systems and long-term planning for the future. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for Hackney School of Food, ensuring delivery of its mission, vision and long-term objectives. Lead the development and implementation of Hackney School of Food's annual business plan and organisational priorities. Work with the Board to evolve organisational strategy, identify opportunities, manage risks and support sustainable growth. Monitor, report on and respond to organisational performance against agreed objectives and impact measures. Champion Hackney School of Food externally, strengthening its profile and influence. Financial sustainability and income generation Oversee organisational budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and cashflow management, working closely with the Treasurer and accountant. Lead income generation across the organisation, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, sponsorship and earned income. Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, sponsors and strategic partners. Ensure all funding commitments are met, including grant reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements. Identify new opportunities to diversify income and strengthen long-term financial sustainability. Partnerships & External Relations Act as the main point of contact for HSoF's key partners, LEAP Federation and Chefs in Schools to ensure the partnerships are effective and positive. Build and maintain strong relationships with other key stakeholders, including local authorities, funders and sponsors. Represent Hackney School of Food at meetings, events, and public forums. Champion the value of food education and contribute to wider local and national conversations. Ensure programmes remain responsive to community needs through ongoing engagement and consultation. Governance and public benefit Ensure the organisation operates in line with its CIC objectives and delivers clear public benefit. Support the Board of Directors to fulfil its governance responsibilities through high-quality reporting, planning and decision-making. Prepare Board papers, reports and agendas, ensuring timely and accurate information is available to support effective governance. Oversee and report on organisational performance to the Board of Directors quarterly. Act as the primary link between the Board and the operational team. Maintain effective governance, delegated authority and accountability frameworks. Support the Board in meeting all statutory and regulatory obligations relating to the CIC. People, Culture and safeguarding Provide leadership to a small core team (currently c.4 employees), directly managing staff and fostering a positive, inclusive culture. Provide oversight and support for a wider network of approx. 15 freelance contractors to ensure consistently high-quality delivery. Lead recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development in line with safer recruitment and equality principles. Ensure effective organisational structures, clear roles, and performance accountability. Oversee HR processes including appraisals, performance management, and professional development. Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, embedding safeguarding throughout the organisation maintaining compliance with all relevant requirements. Develop organisational systems, policies and practices that support an inclusive, high-performing workplace. Risk Management & Compliance Maintain and regularly review the organisational Risk Register and report key risks and mitigations to the Board. Oversee organisational policies, procedures and continuous improvement, ensuring policies and legal requirements are up to date, clearly communicated and embedded across the organisation. Ensure compliance with employment law, health and safety, safeguarding, GDPR and other relevant legislation. Personal specification Essential experience Senior leadership experience with responsibility for organisational performance and accountability. Experience securing income through fundraising, partnerships and/or commercial activity. Experience of financial leadership, including budget setting, forecasting and cashflow oversight. Experience working closely with a Board, Trustees or governing body to translate strategic vision into operational delivery. Experience building and managing successful partnerships with funders, businesses and community stakeholders. Experience in managing and motivating a team, creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Experience of governance, compliance and organisational risk management. Experience of safeguarding within an education, youth or community context. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, make sound decisions and remain resilient in a resource-constrained environment. Essential skills and attributes Passion for Hackney School of Food's mission and the role of food education in improving health, wellbeing and community connection. Strategic thinker who is equally comfortable with hands-on operational leadership. Entrepreneurial, resourceful and committed to building long-term financial sustainability and identifying growth opportunities. Ability to lead a team through change with sensitivity, clarity and kindness. Strong communicator with excellent relationship-building skills. Confident decision-maker with a high level of personal accountability. Committed to equity, inclusion and community-led practice. Desirable Experience working within a Community Interest Company (CIC), social enterprise or charity. Knowledge of Hackney, its communities and local stakeholder landscape. Experience of working in food education, community food, gardening, environmental education or a related field. Experience reviewing and managing contracts, service agreements or other legal documentation. An inclusive workplace . click apply for full job details
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Contract: Full-time, permanent Hours: Full-time Reports to: Chair; Board of Directors Location: Hackney Salary: £50,000-60,000 depending on experience. Pension: HSoF participates in the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) pension scheme and contributes 3%. Benefits: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, free onsite lunches . Probation period: Six months. About Hackney School of Food Hackney School of Food is an award-winning food education hub based in the grounds of Mandeville Primary School in Clapton, East London. Through our teaching kitchen and educational garden, we help children, families and communities build the skills, confidence and knowledge to grow, cook and eat good food. Each year, we welcome more than 10,000 visits to our kitchen and garden, delivering curriculum programmes for schools alongside community cooking courses, gardening projects, holiday clubs, corporate volunteering and public events. Since becoming a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2023, we have expanded our facilities, strengthened our governance and built a strong reputation as a leader in food education. We're now looking for an exceptional Managing Director to build on these strong foundations and lead Hackney School of Food through its next phase of growth and impact. About the role Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director (MD) will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the organisation delivers its mission while remaining financially resilient, well-governed and responsive to the needs of the communities it serves. The Managing Director is responsible for all aspects of the organisation, including strategy, income generation, finance, governance, partnerships, programme delivery and people leadership. Working closely with a small, committed team and an engaged Board, they will build on strong foundations to grow Hackney School of Food's impact, reach and long-term sustainability. This is a varied, hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys balancing big-picture thinking with practical delivery. One day you may be developing a new partnership, meeting a prospective funder or working with the Board on future strategy; the next you could be supporting the team, welcoming visitors to the garden or solving day-to-day operational challenges. Key priorities In your first 12 months you will: Build on Hackney School of Food's strong foundations to deliver the next phase of our strategy and growth. Increase and diversify income through fundraising, partnerships and commercial opportunities to strengthen long-term sustainability. Lead, support and develop a small, ambitious team, fostering a positive and inclusive culture where people can thrive. Strengthen relationships with funders, partners and local businesses, helping Hackney School of Food deepen its impact. Work closely with the Board to embed strong governance, organisational systems and long-term planning for the future. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for Hackney School of Food, ensuring delivery of its mission, vision and long-term objectives. Lead the development and implementation of Hackney School of Food's annual business plan and organisational priorities. Work with the Board to evolve organisational strategy, identify opportunities, manage risks and support sustainable growth. Monitor, report on and respond to organisational performance against agreed objectives and impact measures. Champion Hackney School of Food externally, strengthening its profile and influence. Financial sustainability and income generation Oversee organisational budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and cashflow management, working closely with the Treasurer and accountant. Lead income generation across the organisation, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, sponsorship and earned income. Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, sponsors and strategic partners. Ensure all funding commitments are met, including grant reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements. Identify new opportunities to diversify income and strengthen long-term financial sustainability. Partnerships & External Relations Act as the main point of contact for HSoF's key partners, LEAP Federation and Chefs in Schools to ensure the partnerships are effective and positive. Build and maintain strong relationships with other key stakeholders, including local authorities, funders and sponsors. Represent Hackney School of Food at meetings, events, and public forums. Champion the value of food education and contribute to wider local and national conversations. Ensure programmes remain responsive to community needs through ongoing engagement and consultation. Governance and public benefit Ensure the organisation operates in line with its CIC objectives and delivers clear public benefit. Support the Board of Directors to fulfil its governance responsibilities through high-quality reporting, planning and decision-making. Prepare Board papers, reports and agendas, ensuring timely and accurate information is available to support effective governance. Oversee and report on organisational performance to the Board of Directors quarterly. Act as the primary link between the Board and the operational team. Maintain effective governance, delegated authority and accountability frameworks. Support the Board in meeting all statutory and regulatory obligations relating to the CIC. People, Culture and safeguarding Provide leadership to a small core team (currently c.4 employees), directly managing staff and fostering a positive, inclusive culture. Provide oversight and support for a wider network of approx. 15 freelance contractors to ensure consistently high-quality delivery. Lead recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development in line with safer recruitment and equality principles. Ensure effective organisational structures, clear roles, and performance accountability. Oversee HR processes including appraisals, performance management, and professional development. Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, embedding safeguarding throughout the organisation maintaining compliance with all relevant requirements. Develop organisational systems, policies and practices that support an inclusive, high-performing workplace. Risk Management & Compliance Maintain and regularly review the organisational Risk Register and report key risks and mitigations to the Board. Oversee organisational policies, procedures and continuous improvement, ensuring policies and legal requirements are up to date, clearly communicated and embedded across the organisation. Ensure compliance with employment law, health and safety, safeguarding, GDPR and other relevant legislation. Personal specification Essential experience Senior leadership experience with responsibility for organisational performance and accountability. Experience securing income through fundraising, partnerships and/or commercial activity. Experience of financial leadership, including budget setting, forecasting and cashflow oversight. Experience working closely with a Board, Trustees or governing body to translate strategic vision into operational delivery. Experience building and managing successful partnerships with funders, businesses and community stakeholders. Experience in managing and motivating a team, creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Experience of governance, compliance and organisational risk management. Experience of safeguarding within an education, youth or community context. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, make sound decisions and remain resilient in a resource-constrained environment. Essential skills and attributes Passion for Hackney School of Food's mission and the role of food education in improving health, wellbeing and community connection. Strategic thinker who is equally comfortable with hands-on operational leadership. Entrepreneurial, resourceful and committed to building long-term financial sustainability and identifying growth opportunities. Ability to lead a team through change with sensitivity, clarity and kindness. Strong communicator with excellent relationship-building skills. Confident decision-maker with a high level of personal accountability. Committed to equity, inclusion and community-led practice. Desirable Experience working within a Community Interest Company (CIC), social enterprise or charity. Knowledge of Hackney, its communities and local stakeholder landscape. Experience of working in food education, community food, gardening, environmental education or a related field. Experience reviewing and managing contracts, service agreements or other legal documentation. An inclusive workplace . click apply for full job details
Sewell Wallis are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing vehicle leasing business who are on the lookout for a Leasing Administrator to join their Business Processing team. They are a well known player in their field and have a reputation for delivering outstanding customer service. This role would suit someone with previous administration or customer service experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has excellent attention to detail, good Excel skills (V-Lookups and Pivot Tables) and who prides themselves on delivering top-notch customer service. Prior experience in leasing is not required, but if you have a background in administration and customer service with a desire to develop these skills in a growing business, we would love to speak to you. What will you be doing? You will play a key role in managing the administration of new vehicle orders from quotation through to delivery, ensuring every stage of the process runs smoothly and efficiently. Preparing accurate vehicle quotations based on customer requirements. Processing new vehicle orders and inputting manufacturer terms onto internal systems. Providing administrative support to the Sales team. Liaising with our preferred dealer network to confirm lead times and vehicle availability. Managing customer enquiries and delivering a high standard of customer service throughout the ordering process. Ensuring all quotation and order information is accurate and up to date. Administering the online vehicle ordering system. Coordinating vehicle deliveries and returns with customers and suppliers. Working closely with colleagues across departments to ensure seamless communication and efficient processes. Following company policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. What skills are we looking for? Previous administration, customer service or order processing experience. Excel knowledge Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail. The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience within the automotive, fleet or leasing industry would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on offer? 25,000 basic salary with an expected OTE of 28,000. Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (1-hour lunch). Company pension scheme. On-site parking. Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme. Employee Savings Scheme. The opportunity to join a growing business with a supportive team and genuine opportunities for career development. Apply below or for more information, contact Jemima To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Jul 01, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing vehicle leasing business who are on the lookout for a Leasing Administrator to join their Business Processing team. They are a well known player in their field and have a reputation for delivering outstanding customer service. This role would suit someone with previous administration or customer service experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has excellent attention to detail, good Excel skills (V-Lookups and Pivot Tables) and who prides themselves on delivering top-notch customer service. Prior experience in leasing is not required, but if you have a background in administration and customer service with a desire to develop these skills in a growing business, we would love to speak to you. What will you be doing? You will play a key role in managing the administration of new vehicle orders from quotation through to delivery, ensuring every stage of the process runs smoothly and efficiently. Preparing accurate vehicle quotations based on customer requirements. Processing new vehicle orders and inputting manufacturer terms onto internal systems. Providing administrative support to the Sales team. Liaising with our preferred dealer network to confirm lead times and vehicle availability. Managing customer enquiries and delivering a high standard of customer service throughout the ordering process. Ensuring all quotation and order information is accurate and up to date. Administering the online vehicle ordering system. Coordinating vehicle deliveries and returns with customers and suppliers. Working closely with colleagues across departments to ensure seamless communication and efficient processes. Following company policies and procedures while maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. What skills are we looking for? Previous administration, customer service or order processing experience. Excel knowledge Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail. The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience within the automotive, fleet or leasing industry would be advantageous but is not essential. What's on offer? 25,000 basic salary with an expected OTE of 28,000. Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (1-hour lunch). Company pension scheme. On-site parking. Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme. Employee Savings Scheme. The opportunity to join a growing business with a supportive team and genuine opportunities for career development. Apply below or for more information, contact Jemima To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Leicester, Leicestershire
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Jul 01, 2026
Contractor
Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Hays Accounts and Finance
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands
Your new company Finance Manager / Company Accountant Sutton Coldfield, (Office-Based) 40,000 - 45,000 + Benefits A well-established, family-run SME within the retail sector is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager / Company Accountant to support its growing operations. Based in Erdington, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, close-knit business where you can take real ownership of the day-to-day finance function. Your new role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finances of one arm of the business, allowing senior leadership to focus on strategic growth.This is a varied and practical role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in an SME environment and being involved across all aspects of finance. Key Responsibilities Production of monthly management accounts with analysis Full responsibility for A-Z accounts VAT returns and HMRC compliance Overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping activities Managing sales and purchase ledger Processing payment runs and managing cash flow Bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations Payroll processing (in-house) Supporting budgeting and forecasting Stock and inventory accounting Credit control and aged debt management Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external accountants Ensuring financial controls and processes are maintained and improved What you'll need to succeed Experience in a similar Finance Manager / Company Accountant role Strong all-round accounting knowledge (AAT / part-qualified / QBE considered) Comfortable working in a hands-on SME environment Experience with VAT, payroll, and management accounts Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Confident communicator who can work closely with senior stakeholders What you'll get in return 40,000 - 45,000 depending on experience 23 days holiday + birthday + bank holidays Office-based role with potential for 1 day WFH after probation Varied role with real ownership and autonomy Supportive and friendly working environment If you're looking for a broad and impactful role within a growing SME, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information. 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. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Your new company Finance Manager / Company Accountant Sutton Coldfield, (Office-Based) 40,000 - 45,000 + Benefits A well-established, family-run SME within the retail sector is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager / Company Accountant to support its growing operations. Based in Erdington, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, close-knit business where you can take real ownership of the day-to-day finance function. Your new role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finances of one arm of the business, allowing senior leadership to focus on strategic growth.This is a varied and practical role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in an SME environment and being involved across all aspects of finance. Key Responsibilities Production of monthly management accounts with analysis Full responsibility for A-Z accounts VAT returns and HMRC compliance Overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping activities Managing sales and purchase ledger Processing payment runs and managing cash flow Bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations Payroll processing (in-house) Supporting budgeting and forecasting Stock and inventory accounting Credit control and aged debt management Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external accountants Ensuring financial controls and processes are maintained and improved What you'll need to succeed Experience in a similar Finance Manager / Company Accountant role Strong all-round accounting knowledge (AAT / part-qualified / QBE considered) Comfortable working in a hands-on SME environment Experience with VAT, payroll, and management accounts Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Confident communicator who can work closely with senior stakeholders What you'll get in return 40,000 - 45,000 depending on experience 23 days holiday + birthday + bank holidays Office-based role with potential for 1 day WFH after probation Varied role with real ownership and autonomy Supportive and friendly working environment If you're looking for a broad and impactful role within a growing SME, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information. 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. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Director of Client Accounting West Midlands Hybrid Working 83,000 - 87,000 Are you an experienced property finance professional looking for a senior leadership opportunity where you can genuinely influence strategy, client relationships and operational performance? We are recruiting for a Director of Client Accounting on behalf of a well-established and growing organisation within the property sector. This is a high-profile leadership role responsible for overseeing an interesting client accounting function, developing teams, strengthening client relationships and ensuring the delivery of an exceptional accounting service across a substantial portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Director of Client Accounting, Head of Client Accounting, Head of Property Accounting or Senior Client Accounting Manager looking to step into a broader leadership role. Ideally you will; Have significant experience within property management accounting, service charge accounting or client accounting Be ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified (although strong candidates with relevant experience will be considered) Have experience managing and developing large teams Be confident leading client meetings, presentations and strategic discussions Have experience overseeing mobilisations and onboarding projects Possess strong technical accounting knowledge and excellent reporting skills Be resilient and commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders when required Be able to build credibility and trust with clients whilst managing difficult conversations professionally Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders In return you will; Receive a salary of 83,000 - 87,000 Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement Join an established and highly respected organisation Play a key role in shaping the future of a significant client accounting function Lead and develop a sizeable, experienced team Gain exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Enjoy a varied role combining technical accounting, leadership and client engagement This Director of Client Accounting position is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced property finance professional who enjoys leading people, building client relationships and driving high standards across a client accounting function. If you are interested in this Director of Client Accounting opportunity, please apply today. Interviews are expected to commence during the week beginning 15th June 2026.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Director of Client Accounting West Midlands Hybrid Working 83,000 - 87,000 Are you an experienced property finance professional looking for a senior leadership opportunity where you can genuinely influence strategy, client relationships and operational performance? We are recruiting for a Director of Client Accounting on behalf of a well-established and growing organisation within the property sector. This is a high-profile leadership role responsible for overseeing an interesting client accounting function, developing teams, strengthening client relationships and ensuring the delivery of an exceptional accounting service across a substantial portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Director of Client Accounting, Head of Client Accounting, Head of Property Accounting or Senior Client Accounting Manager looking to step into a broader leadership role. Ideally you will; Have significant experience within property management accounting, service charge accounting or client accounting Be ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified (although strong candidates with relevant experience will be considered) Have experience managing and developing large teams Be confident leading client meetings, presentations and strategic discussions Have experience overseeing mobilisations and onboarding projects Possess strong technical accounting knowledge and excellent reporting skills Be resilient and commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders when required Be able to build credibility and trust with clients whilst managing difficult conversations professionally Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders In return you will; Receive a salary of 83,000 - 87,000 Benefit from a hybrid working arrangement Join an established and highly respected organisation Play a key role in shaping the future of a significant client accounting function Lead and develop a sizeable, experienced team Gain exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Enjoy a varied role combining technical accounting, leadership and client engagement This Director of Client Accounting position is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced property finance professional who enjoys leading people, building client relationships and driving high standards across a client accounting function. If you are interested in this Director of Client Accounting opportunity, please apply today. Interviews are expected to commence during the week beginning 15th June 2026.
I am currently recruiting for a well-known high end retail business based in the Sharston area. This role is looking for someone with experience in Sales working with giftware/high end retail. My client is a leader in creative greetings and giftware, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales & Partnership Lead for their trade business . This strategic and hands-on position will report directly to the Creative Director/Owner and form a key part of the senior leadership team, working alongside the Finance Director, Senior Buyer/Merchandiser, and Head of Production. The Sales & Partnership Lead will be responsible for driving sales growth, managing and developing our sales team, and strengthening our house accounts, particularly in London, during an exciting period of transition and opportunity. Key Responsibilities Team Management: Lead, motivate, and support the sales team, directly managing the Sales and Admin Executive and Sales Executive. Conduct twice-weekly virtual 'water cooler' calls when working remotely, ensuring engagement, alignment, and high performance. Sales Process Implementation: Develop, implement, and maintain robust sales processes and procedures to streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and drive sales effectiveness. Sales Agent Management: Oversee the transition away from the London sales agent, ensuring minimal disruption to business continuity. Build and nurture strong relationships with key London house accounts and manage ongoing relationships with any external sales agents. Sales Growth: Maintain and grow greeting card sales channels. Develop and expand house account and export sales for the Giftware range, identifying new opportunities and fostering long-term partnerships. Leadership Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the leadership team on product development, customer feedback, and strategic planning. Provide market insight and contribute to key business decisions. Reporting and Analysis: Monitor sales performance, prepare regular reports, and present actionable insights to the leadership team. Required Skills and Experience Proven track record in sales leadership, preferably within the creative, greetings, or giftware sector. Strong experience in managing and developing sales teams, both in-person and remotely. Demonstrated ability to implement and refine sales processes and procedures. Excellent relationship-building and account management skills, with experience transitioning and managing house accounts. Strategic thinker with hands-on approach; comfortable operating at both a leadership and operational level. Data-driven, with strong analytical and reporting capabilities. Collaborative, engaging communication style, able to influence and work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Experience contributing to product development and leveraging customer feedback for continuous improvement. Working Arrangements This role is open to remote and local candidates, with the expectation of working from the office in South Manchester for a minimum of 4-5 days per month (travel expenses covered as per company policy). Occasional travel to visit key accounts or attend industry events as required. Please note the successful candidate for this role must come from a Sales background working in luxury giftware
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
I am currently recruiting for a well-known high end retail business based in the Sharston area. This role is looking for someone with experience in Sales working with giftware/high end retail. My client is a leader in creative greetings and giftware, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales & Partnership Lead for their trade business . This strategic and hands-on position will report directly to the Creative Director/Owner and form a key part of the senior leadership team, working alongside the Finance Director, Senior Buyer/Merchandiser, and Head of Production. The Sales & Partnership Lead will be responsible for driving sales growth, managing and developing our sales team, and strengthening our house accounts, particularly in London, during an exciting period of transition and opportunity. Key Responsibilities Team Management: Lead, motivate, and support the sales team, directly managing the Sales and Admin Executive and Sales Executive. Conduct twice-weekly virtual 'water cooler' calls when working remotely, ensuring engagement, alignment, and high performance. Sales Process Implementation: Develop, implement, and maintain robust sales processes and procedures to streamline operations, enhance customer experience, and drive sales effectiveness. Sales Agent Management: Oversee the transition away from the London sales agent, ensuring minimal disruption to business continuity. Build and nurture strong relationships with key London house accounts and manage ongoing relationships with any external sales agents. Sales Growth: Maintain and grow greeting card sales channels. Develop and expand house account and export sales for the Giftware range, identifying new opportunities and fostering long-term partnerships. Leadership Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the leadership team on product development, customer feedback, and strategic planning. Provide market insight and contribute to key business decisions. Reporting and Analysis: Monitor sales performance, prepare regular reports, and present actionable insights to the leadership team. Required Skills and Experience Proven track record in sales leadership, preferably within the creative, greetings, or giftware sector. Strong experience in managing and developing sales teams, both in-person and remotely. Demonstrated ability to implement and refine sales processes and procedures. Excellent relationship-building and account management skills, with experience transitioning and managing house accounts. Strategic thinker with hands-on approach; comfortable operating at both a leadership and operational level. Data-driven, with strong analytical and reporting capabilities. Collaborative, engaging communication style, able to influence and work effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Experience contributing to product development and leveraging customer feedback for continuous improvement. Working Arrangements This role is open to remote and local candidates, with the expectation of working from the office in South Manchester for a minimum of 4-5 days per month (travel expenses covered as per company policy). Occasional travel to visit key accounts or attend industry events as required. Please note the successful candidate for this role must come from a Sales background working in luxury giftware
