1) Governance & Strategic Leadership: Ensure full compliance with constitutional, regulatory, and legal obligations, upholding the Nolan Principles and Charity Commission guidance. Work in partnership with the Board to advise on, draft, and recommend long term strategy; provide evidence based insights to support regular review of vision, mission, and values. Embed co design and beneficiary voice at the heart of strategic planning through inclusive and accessible engagement with communities, partners, and staff. 2) Financial Management & Sustainability: Maintain accountability for budgets, internal controls, and equitable resource allocation, providing timely and accessible management information. Ensure compliance with funder requirements (e.g., Sport England) and manage conflicts of interest transparently. Lead income generation across a diverse funding portfolio-including private, statutory, local authority, philanthropic and international/European sources-building values aligned partnerships. 3) Core Strategy Delivery & Impact: Lead delivery of the organisation's 5 Year Strategy with measurable equity outcomes, reasonable adjustments, and accessible communications. Strengthen community engagement and grassroots participation programmes that foster belonging, inclusive access, and (where relevant) targeted diversionary activity. Expand leadership pathways through, for example, the LeaderBoard Academy, promoting lived experience, inclusive recruitment, and leadership development. Lead, refine and grow Sporting Equals' Charter offer as a core mechanism for sector support, knowledge transfer and systemic leadership on race equity. 4) External Affairs & Communications: Build respectful, reciprocal relationships with stakeholders across the UK, amplifying community evidence and beneficiary voice. Represent the organisation confidently in the media and at events, modelling inclusive language, behaviours, and values. 5) Risk, Compliance & People: Actively manage the Risk Register, identifying and mitigating risks including governance failure, discrimination, and safeguarding, with clear escalation routes and accountability mechanisms, including safe recruitment and ongoing staff/volunteer training. Lead, support, and develop the Senior Management Team; set fair objectives, conduct appraisals, and champion wellbeing and professional development.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
1) Governance & Strategic Leadership: Ensure full compliance with constitutional, regulatory, and legal obligations, upholding the Nolan Principles and Charity Commission guidance. Work in partnership with the Board to advise on, draft, and recommend long term strategy; provide evidence based insights to support regular review of vision, mission, and values. Embed co design and beneficiary voice at the heart of strategic planning through inclusive and accessible engagement with communities, partners, and staff. 2) Financial Management & Sustainability: Maintain accountability for budgets, internal controls, and equitable resource allocation, providing timely and accessible management information. Ensure compliance with funder requirements (e.g., Sport England) and manage conflicts of interest transparently. Lead income generation across a diverse funding portfolio-including private, statutory, local authority, philanthropic and international/European sources-building values aligned partnerships. 3) Core Strategy Delivery & Impact: Lead delivery of the organisation's 5 Year Strategy with measurable equity outcomes, reasonable adjustments, and accessible communications. Strengthen community engagement and grassroots participation programmes that foster belonging, inclusive access, and (where relevant) targeted diversionary activity. Expand leadership pathways through, for example, the LeaderBoard Academy, promoting lived experience, inclusive recruitment, and leadership development. Lead, refine and grow Sporting Equals' Charter offer as a core mechanism for sector support, knowledge transfer and systemic leadership on race equity. 4) External Affairs & Communications: Build respectful, reciprocal relationships with stakeholders across the UK, amplifying community evidence and beneficiary voice. Represent the organisation confidently in the media and at events, modelling inclusive language, behaviours, and values. 5) Risk, Compliance & People: Actively manage the Risk Register, identifying and mitigating risks including governance failure, discrimination, and safeguarding, with clear escalation routes and accountability mechanisms, including safe recruitment and ongoing staff/volunteer training. Lead, support, and develop the Senior Management Team; set fair objectives, conduct appraisals, and champion wellbeing and professional development.
Northamptonshire Sport
Northampton, Northamptonshire
Grants and Funding Officer Are you passionate about securing resources to create healthier, more active communities? Do you have experience in fundraising, bid writing or grant management? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people across Northamptonshire? If so, then you might be interested in joining our team as Grants and Funding Officer. Job Info Salary: £31,000 pro rata (Band 2) Hours: 18.5 - 22.5 hours per week (flexible) Contract: Fixed-term (to March 2027) Location: Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW Closing date: 14th December 2025 About us Northamptonshire Sport is a leading physical activity, health and wellbeing charity based in Northamptonshire, delivering national initiatives locally. We collaborate with local and national partners to change the system, influencing strategy, policy and approaches, tackling inequalities and supporting communities to change lives through widening participation in physical activity. We also deliver sport participation events, physical activity programmes and wellbeing projects. About the role You'll play a vital role in attracting and securing funding for physical activity and sport across Northamptonshire. Your responsibilities will include identifying local and national funding opportunities, developing persuasive proposals, and providing expert advice to staff, partners, and the wider community. You'll also deliver targeted training and mentor colleagues to strengthen our collective ability to secure resources. The role is part-time and hours can are flexible to meet the successful candidates work-life balance About you We're looking for someone with: Proven experience in grant and funding application processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive, creative, and solutions-focused approach Strong advocacy and influencing skills A commitment to equal opportunities and community wellbeing If you thrive on making a tangible impact and enjoy working collaboratively, we'd love to hear from you. The closing date for applications is 14th December 2025 Interviews will be held w/c 5th January 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Northamptonshire Sport recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Applicants who apply under the Disability Confident scheme are guaranteed an interview if the minimum criteria score is met. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to apply online, don't worry - there are other ways to get your application seen. REF-
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Grants and Funding Officer Are you passionate about securing resources to create healthier, more active communities? Do you have experience in fundraising, bid writing or grant management? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people across Northamptonshire? If so, then you might be interested in joining our team as Grants and Funding Officer. Job Info Salary: £31,000 pro rata (Band 2) Hours: 18.5 - 22.5 hours per week (flexible) Contract: Fixed-term (to March 2027) Location: Delapré Abbey, London Road, Northampton NN4 8AW Closing date: 14th December 2025 About us Northamptonshire Sport is a leading physical activity, health and wellbeing charity based in Northamptonshire, delivering national initiatives locally. We collaborate with local and national partners to change the system, influencing strategy, policy and approaches, tackling inequalities and supporting communities to change lives through widening participation in physical activity. We also deliver sport participation events, physical activity programmes and wellbeing projects. About the role You'll play a vital role in attracting and securing funding for physical activity and sport across Northamptonshire. Your responsibilities will include identifying local and national funding opportunities, developing persuasive proposals, and providing expert advice to staff, partners, and the wider community. You'll also deliver targeted training and mentor colleagues to strengthen our collective ability to secure resources. The role is part-time and hours can are flexible to meet the successful candidates work-life balance About you We're looking for someone with: Proven experience in grant and funding application processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills A proactive, creative, and solutions-focused approach Strong advocacy and influencing skills A commitment to equal opportunities and community wellbeing If you thrive on making a tangible impact and enjoy working collaboratively, we'd love to hear from you. The closing date for applications is 14th December 2025 Interviews will be held w/c 5th January 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Northamptonshire Sport recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Applicants who apply under the Disability Confident scheme are guaranteed an interview if the minimum criteria score is met. If you have a disability that makes it difficult to apply online, don't worry - there are other ways to get your application seen. REF-
Senior Officer - Inside IR35 - Hybrid - Edinburgh/Glasgow Market Rates Duration - 3 months Harvey Nash's Public Sector Client are looking to bring in a contract Senior Officer to join their growing team. Experience Required Experience of working both independently and as part of a team, whilst balancing a range of competing priorities Experience of facilitating team meetings, webinars, events and/or conferences online Experience communicating complex, confidential and often sensitive information with a range of staff across the organisation and with external stakeholders (both verbally and in writing) Ability to work with minimal supervision; to plan and prioritise own workloads, and that of your team; and to meet deadlines Flexible approach to learning and problem solving Commitment to own personal and professional development, and that of your team Highly developed customer service skills, with a helpful, flexible attitude Understanding of the need for accuracy and attention to detail Confident communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Ability to respond to confidential and sensitive situations with confidence and discretion, utilising tact, diplomacy, and persuasion skills when necessary Line management skills and experience including coaching and/or mentoring of team members Proven expertise in using Microsoft 365, in particular Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint Desirable Experience HND/Advanced Diploma level qualification with indepth experience or SCQF Level 8 equivalence obtained via Professional Development Awards; Technical Apprenticeships; and SVQs Experience of social media management, digital content development and data entry analysis. Experience of supporting online events and webinars which meet all required accessibility Experience of working within project management environments, planning and organising a variety of tasks, including involvement in multiple projects and programmes of work Experience of working within a Health, Social Care or educational environment Experience of working flexibly in complex/sensitive environments where the parameters of the job are not necessarily clearly defined
Dec 10, 2025
Contractor
Senior Officer - Inside IR35 - Hybrid - Edinburgh/Glasgow Market Rates Duration - 3 months Harvey Nash's Public Sector Client are looking to bring in a contract Senior Officer to join their growing team. Experience Required Experience of working both independently and as part of a team, whilst balancing a range of competing priorities Experience of facilitating team meetings, webinars, events and/or conferences online Experience communicating complex, confidential and often sensitive information with a range of staff across the organisation and with external stakeholders (both verbally and in writing) Ability to work with minimal supervision; to plan and prioritise own workloads, and that of your team; and to meet deadlines Flexible approach to learning and problem solving Commitment to own personal and professional development, and that of your team Highly developed customer service skills, with a helpful, flexible attitude Understanding of the need for accuracy and attention to detail Confident communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels Ability to respond to confidential and sensitive situations with confidence and discretion, utilising tact, diplomacy, and persuasion skills when necessary Line management skills and experience including coaching and/or mentoring of team members Proven expertise in using Microsoft 365, in particular Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint Desirable Experience HND/Advanced Diploma level qualification with indepth experience or SCQF Level 8 equivalence obtained via Professional Development Awards; Technical Apprenticeships; and SVQs Experience of social media management, digital content development and data entry analysis. Experience of supporting online events and webinars which meet all required accessibility Experience of working within project management environments, planning and organising a variety of tasks, including involvement in multiple projects and programmes of work Experience of working within a Health, Social Care or educational environment Experience of working flexibly in complex/sensitive environments where the parameters of the job are not necessarily clearly defined
Marketing Officer- Hybrid Are you a creative communicator with a passion for purpose-driven marketing? Join Pilgrims Friend Society , a Christian charity with over 200 years of experience supporting older people, as we step into an exciting new season of growth, impact, and innovation. We re looking for a talented Marketing Officer who s ready to make a real difference, not just in campaigns, but in people s lives. This is your opportunity to bring stories to life, amplify our mission of supporting older people in Christian faith and community, and help shape a brand that reflects care, dignity, and hope. You ll be part of a collaborative team, driving fresh ideas across digital, print, and events, all while serving a cause that matters. If you re strategic, hands-on, and ready to put your creative energy to work for something bigger than yourself, we d love to hear from you. Read the job pack here for further details of this fantastic opportunity Responsibilities: Creating and delivering marketing campaigns that raise awareness of our care homes and housing schemes. Working with our digital agency to run paid campaigns (PPC, social, lead generation) and supporting traditional methods where effective. Managing and updating the website to ensure content is clear, relevant, accessible, and SEO-optimised. Collaborating with colleagues across the charity to provide consistent, joined-up messaging. Protecting and promoting our brand identity and tone of voice across all materials. Using research and insight to understand audiences and identify trends. Building strong relationships with colleagues, partners, and communities to deliver joined-up marketing. Measuring and reporting on campaign impact using tools such as Google Analytics and social media insights. Managing the marketing budget to ensure resources are used effectively. Additional duties as required. Experience/skills: Degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, or related field. Minimum of three years marketing experience, including digital campaigns, website management (e.g. WordPress), and SEO. Confident communicator with strong writing, editing, and presentation skills. Proficient in using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite for on-brand materials. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. The ability to work independently and with colleagues from across the organisation A can-do problem-solving attitude Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).) Hours: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday. Benefits: Hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days at home) Flexible working hours 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Training & development Ongoing support from management Team events Pension scheme Care Friends referral Medicash Perkbox including an Employee assistance programme. Long-standing service rewards Birthday rewards Application Requirements: To help streamline our selection process, please submit the following with your initial application: CV : Ensure there are no basic errors. Cover Letter: outlining how your skills, experience, and faith align with the role and our mission What our staff say about us: It is a friendly and welcoming place to work We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented on our senior management team at present. Please note: the closing date for this post is Wednesday 21st January 2026, however, this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Marketing Officer- Hybrid Are you a creative communicator with a passion for purpose-driven marketing? Join Pilgrims Friend Society , a Christian charity with over 200 years of experience supporting older people, as we step into an exciting new season of growth, impact, and innovation. We re looking for a talented Marketing Officer who s ready to make a real difference, not just in campaigns, but in people s lives. This is your opportunity to bring stories to life, amplify our mission of supporting older people in Christian faith and community, and help shape a brand that reflects care, dignity, and hope. You ll be part of a collaborative team, driving fresh ideas across digital, print, and events, all while serving a cause that matters. If you re strategic, hands-on, and ready to put your creative energy to work for something bigger than yourself, we d love to hear from you. Read the job pack here for further details of this fantastic opportunity Responsibilities: Creating and delivering marketing campaigns that raise awareness of our care homes and housing schemes. Working with our digital agency to run paid campaigns (PPC, social, lead generation) and supporting traditional methods where effective. Managing and updating the website to ensure content is clear, relevant, accessible, and SEO-optimised. Collaborating with colleagues across the charity to provide consistent, joined-up messaging. Protecting and promoting our brand identity and tone of voice across all materials. Using research and insight to understand audiences and identify trends. Building strong relationships with colleagues, partners, and communities to deliver joined-up marketing. Measuring and reporting on campaign impact using tools such as Google Analytics and social media insights. Managing the marketing budget to ensure resources are used effectively. Additional duties as required. Experience/skills: Degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications, or related field. Minimum of three years marketing experience, including digital campaigns, website management (e.g. WordPress), and SEO. Confident communicator with strong writing, editing, and presentation skills. Proficient in using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite for on-brand materials. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. The ability to work independently and with colleagues from across the organisation A can-do problem-solving attitude Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).) Hours: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday. Benefits: Hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days at home) Flexible working hours 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Training & development Ongoing support from management Team events Pension scheme Care Friends referral Medicash Perkbox including an Employee assistance programme. Long-standing service rewards Birthday rewards Application Requirements: To help streamline our selection process, please submit the following with your initial application: CV : Ensure there are no basic errors. Cover Letter: outlining how your skills, experience, and faith align with the role and our mission What our staff say about us: It is a friendly and welcoming place to work We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented on our senior management team at present. Please note: the closing date for this post is Wednesday 21st January 2026, however, this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Location Hybrid with regular travel to shops and centres within Nottinghamshire region. Post holders expected to be working flexibly across their community 4 days out of 5, within minimum 1 day per week from our Nottinghamshire Centre and attend regular team meetings in an agreed location. Due to the scope and nature of the role, you will need to live within, or in close proximity to, Nottinghamshire. You will be required to have a valid driving license and access to a car to enable you to travel freely across the area without reliance on public transport. Salary: £27,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week (with occasional weekend and evening work as and when the role requires) Role Purpose: You will be responsible for Community, Events and local Corporate fundraising across the Nottinghamshire Region. You will deliver excellent stewardship to supporters and volunteers and develop relationships with key local contacts who can help to further Jerry Green Dog Rescue s mission. You will collaborate with colleagues across the wider charity to ensure you are offering the best possible supporter experience. You will attend local events with, and through, volunteers, work with colleague in our retail sites, and spot other opportunities to promote Jerry Green Dog rescue in your community and drive support for our work. Key Relationships: Internal Contacts Wider fundraising team Marketing team Retail team Operations team External contacts Supporters Volunteers Key Outputs & Tasks: Community Fundraising - Identify, engage and steward individual and group supporters, developing strategies to promote fundraising activities and grow income from your local area. - Proactively pursue local business partnership opportunities, developing a pipeline of potential corporate support and making applications to secure support. - Provide high quality stewardship of individual supporters, groups and businesses within the community, responding to enquiries in a timely way and ensuring relationships are developed and maintained at a high standard. - Represent Jerry Green Dog Rescue as the first point of contact within the community for Nottinghamshire, promoting our mission, vision, and values alongside fundraising and volunteering opportunities. - Ensure that the fundraising CRM is up-to-date and develop regular reporting mechanisms to inform the Volunteering and Community Fundraising Manager of outputs and results, and support understanding of local audiences. - Act as a champion for fundraising compliance across the organisation, ensuring adherence to relevant legislative requirements. Volunteering - Work with the Volunteering and Community Fundraising Manager and Volunteering Assistant to recruit, induct and train volunteers to support fundraising and other relevant initiatives in the local community. - Work collaboratively with the wider organisation to recognise and celebrate volunteers that support the charity. Other duties - Contribute content for marketing communications including; social media, newsletters, local media to support marketing objectives and increase our engagement with potential supporters. - Keep up to date with sector trends and developments in community fundraising and volunteering. - Work collaboratively and purposefully with your team and the wider department and organisations to build strong working relationships and to be an internal ambassador for Fundraising and Marketing. Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: A target-driven and tenacious professional with some experience in community or corporate fundraising, or a similar role with transferable skills in relationship building. Entrepreneurial, with a drive to seek out new opportunities to drive income generation and pursue them with a continual eye on hitting KPIs and targets. A positive approach to your work and supporting your colleagues to achieve shared objectives. Knowledgeable about your local community. Organised, with a keen eye for detail and a confidence in managing competing priorities effectively. A credible and clear communicator, with a love for building relationships with charity supporters. A willingness to travel across the Nottinghamshire region, and to attend face-to-face meetings with your team as required. How you ll work in line with our Values: Jerry Green Dog Rescue upholds the organisational Values of Kindness, Compassion, Honesty & Purposefulness in all our work. Kindness You will treat all your colleagues, supporters and volunteers with respect and kindness, and contribute to a supportive working environment. Compassion You will act as an ambassador for the charity, promoting our mission to rehome dogs in need. You will ensure that you work in a compassionate environment for each other, and for our supporters. Purposeful You will work in line with your team operational plan to ensure a clear direction in your work, in alignment with the Fundraising and Organisational strategies. Honesty You will manage expectations with your colleagues and supporters and communicate with them openly and honestly and ensure there is a culture of trust and openness within your direct team and your interactions with the wider organisation. Key Performance Indicators: Community Fundraising income targets and KPIs Volunteering KPIs Date Job Description Prepared: December 2025 This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the requirements of the role. It is not a contractual document and does not form part of any contract of employment. The duties and responsibilities outlined may be subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the organisation.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Location Hybrid with regular travel to shops and centres within Nottinghamshire region. Post holders expected to be working flexibly across their community 4 days out of 5, within minimum 1 day per week from our Nottinghamshire Centre and attend regular team meetings in an agreed location. Due to the scope and nature of the role, you will need to live within, or in close proximity to, Nottinghamshire. You will be required to have a valid driving license and access to a car to enable you to travel freely across the area without reliance on public transport. Salary: £27,000 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week (with occasional weekend and evening work as and when the role requires) Role Purpose: You will be responsible for Community, Events and local Corporate fundraising across the Nottinghamshire Region. You will deliver excellent stewardship to supporters and volunteers and develop relationships with key local contacts who can help to further Jerry Green Dog Rescue s mission. You will collaborate with colleagues across the wider charity to ensure you are offering the best possible supporter experience. You will attend local events with, and through, volunteers, work with colleague in our retail sites, and spot other opportunities to promote Jerry Green Dog rescue in your community and drive support for our work. Key Relationships: Internal Contacts Wider fundraising team Marketing team Retail team Operations team External contacts Supporters Volunteers Key Outputs & Tasks: Community Fundraising - Identify, engage and steward individual and group supporters, developing strategies to promote fundraising activities and grow income from your local area. - Proactively pursue local business partnership opportunities, developing a pipeline of potential corporate support and making applications to secure support. - Provide high quality stewardship of individual supporters, groups and businesses within the community, responding to enquiries in a timely way and ensuring relationships are developed and maintained at a high standard. - Represent Jerry Green Dog Rescue as the first point of contact within the community for Nottinghamshire, promoting our mission, vision, and values alongside fundraising and volunteering opportunities. - Ensure that the fundraising CRM is up-to-date and develop regular reporting mechanisms to inform the Volunteering and Community Fundraising Manager of outputs and results, and support understanding of local audiences. - Act as a champion for fundraising compliance across the organisation, ensuring adherence to relevant legislative requirements. Volunteering - Work with the Volunteering and Community Fundraising Manager and Volunteering Assistant to recruit, induct and train volunteers to support fundraising and other relevant initiatives in the local community. - Work collaboratively with the wider organisation to recognise and celebrate volunteers that support the charity. Other duties - Contribute content for marketing communications including; social media, newsletters, local media to support marketing objectives and increase our engagement with potential supporters. - Keep up to date with sector trends and developments in community fundraising and volunteering. - Work collaboratively and purposefully with your team and the wider department and organisations to build strong working relationships and to be an internal ambassador for Fundraising and Marketing. Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: A target-driven and tenacious professional with some experience in community or corporate fundraising, or a similar role with transferable skills in relationship building. Entrepreneurial, with a drive to seek out new opportunities to drive income generation and pursue them with a continual eye on hitting KPIs and targets. A positive approach to your work and supporting your colleagues to achieve shared objectives. Knowledgeable about your local community. Organised, with a keen eye for detail and a confidence in managing competing priorities effectively. A credible and clear communicator, with a love for building relationships with charity supporters. A willingness to travel across the Nottinghamshire region, and to attend face-to-face meetings with your team as required. How you ll work in line with our Values: Jerry Green Dog Rescue upholds the organisational Values of Kindness, Compassion, Honesty & Purposefulness in all our work. Kindness You will treat all your colleagues, supporters and volunteers with respect and kindness, and contribute to a supportive working environment. Compassion You will act as an ambassador for the charity, promoting our mission to rehome dogs in need. You will ensure that you work in a compassionate environment for each other, and for our supporters. Purposeful You will work in line with your team operational plan to ensure a clear direction in your work, in alignment with the Fundraising and Organisational strategies. Honesty You will manage expectations with your colleagues and supporters and communicate with them openly and honestly and ensure there is a culture of trust and openness within your direct team and your interactions with the wider organisation. Key Performance Indicators: Community Fundraising income targets and KPIs Volunteering KPIs Date Job Description Prepared: December 2025 This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the requirements of the role. It is not a contractual document and does not form part of any contract of employment. The duties and responsibilities outlined may be subject to change at any time to meet the needs of the organisation.
Since 2013, FarmAbility has been supporting learning disabled and autistic adults in Oxfordshire, running an outdoor day service for co-farmers (our participants), across multiple sessions each week throughout the calendar year on various farm and garden sites. Currently we work with over 65 people each week. When our co-farmers come to us they get involved in a wide range of purposeful, real-life farm and nature-based tasks. Co farmers also have the opportunity to socialise with others and form friendships. There are always new people to meet and lots of opportunities to interact with others from all sorts of backgrounds at a FarmAbility day. Role description: This role will support FarmAbility in developing our fundraising capacity. Currently, the majority of this work is carried out by the CEO and we are looking for an experienced fundraiser to support with the creation and delivery of a fundraising strategy, and with the practical work of submitting grant applications and stewarding current and potential new donors. Together with the CEO the Fundraising Officer will develop a comprehensive Fundraising Strategy for the charity incorporating major donors, trust & foundations, corporate support and community fundraising. The postholder will be engaged with our mission and eloquent in their expression of our work and its impact to external audiences. They will work closely with our Impact team to present our outcome messaging to funders and will also work closely with our Communications & Events Officer (C&EO) to plan and deliver community-based fundraising activities for our supporters to engage in, helping to deliver online and social media focused campaigns and community events. We are open to this role operating largely remotely with a hybrid workplace for the right candidate, with the expectation of a regular in person presence on site to understand our work, connect with the team and meet our wider community of participants and supporters at events and celebrations. This is a multi-faceted role, with opportunity to grow and develop. You ll work with colleagues across the organisation. FarmAbility is a warm and friendly place to work and we put a lot of store on creating strong team relationships and a flexible, accommodating work environment. All staff share our goal of a more inclusive society and a determination to enable co-farmers to achieve positive outcomes and experiences within our service. Role responsibilities: Trusts and Foundations: • Work with the CEO to prepare, write, and submit high-quality grant applications, ensuring they meet the requirements and deadlines of funders. • Maintain and develop relationships with existing trust and foundation supporters by providing regular updates, face to face meetings and site visits as appropriate. • Work closely with the CEO and Impact team to gather relevant data for funding applications and ensure accurate reporting on project outcomes. Individual Donors: • Work with the CEO and C&EO to develop a regular giving scheme, enabling people to offer a regular gift to FarmAbility and establishing a reliable donation stream. • Ensure prompt communication with ad hoc donors, including thank you letters, progress updates, and invitations to events as appropriate. • Maintain accurate records of donor interactions, gift history, and personal preferences using the organisation s CRM system. Events and Community • Support the Communications and Events Officer (C&EO) to organise and execute fundraising events (e.g., sponsored challenges, ticketed events) to engage community donors and generate income. • Collaborate with the C&EO to promote fundraising events through social media, newsletters, and other marketing channels. • Collaborate with the C&EO to develop engaging fundraising materials, such as newsletters, social media posts, and donor case studies. Financial and Administrative: • Work with the finance team to manage budgets for events and initiatives, ensuring targets are met and expenses are controlled. • Support the Finance Lead, CEO and Treasurer to monitor and report on income received from trusts, foundations, and individual donors- including Gift Aid, ensuring that all income is correctly allocated. • Prepare regular progress reports for the CEO, board of trustees, and funders as required. Collaborative Working: • Attend networking events, conferences, and meetings with funders and donors to represent the organisation and develop new opportunities. • Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with all colleagues in the team to ensure the successful delivery of our programmes. Respond promptly and appropriately to daily, weekly, monthly team communications. • Take on additional responsibilities appropriate to the post as required (for example when new projects are implemented within FarmAbility). • Take part in FarmAbility community events and carry out roles to plan, deliver and review these activities as required in collaboration with the whole team.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Since 2013, FarmAbility has been supporting learning disabled and autistic adults in Oxfordshire, running an outdoor day service for co-farmers (our participants), across multiple sessions each week throughout the calendar year on various farm and garden sites. Currently we work with over 65 people each week. When our co-farmers come to us they get involved in a wide range of purposeful, real-life farm and nature-based tasks. Co farmers also have the opportunity to socialise with others and form friendships. There are always new people to meet and lots of opportunities to interact with others from all sorts of backgrounds at a FarmAbility day. Role description: This role will support FarmAbility in developing our fundraising capacity. Currently, the majority of this work is carried out by the CEO and we are looking for an experienced fundraiser to support with the creation and delivery of a fundraising strategy, and with the practical work of submitting grant applications and stewarding current and potential new donors. Together with the CEO the Fundraising Officer will develop a comprehensive Fundraising Strategy for the charity incorporating major donors, trust & foundations, corporate support and community fundraising. The postholder will be engaged with our mission and eloquent in their expression of our work and its impact to external audiences. They will work closely with our Impact team to present our outcome messaging to funders and will also work closely with our Communications & Events Officer (C&EO) to plan and deliver community-based fundraising activities for our supporters to engage in, helping to deliver online and social media focused campaigns and community events. We are open to this role operating largely remotely with a hybrid workplace for the right candidate, with the expectation of a regular in person presence on site to understand our work, connect with the team and meet our wider community of participants and supporters at events and celebrations. This is a multi-faceted role, with opportunity to grow and develop. You ll work with colleagues across the organisation. FarmAbility is a warm and friendly place to work and we put a lot of store on creating strong team relationships and a flexible, accommodating work environment. All staff share our goal of a more inclusive society and a determination to enable co-farmers to achieve positive outcomes and experiences within our service. Role responsibilities: Trusts and Foundations: • Work with the CEO to prepare, write, and submit high-quality grant applications, ensuring they meet the requirements and deadlines of funders. • Maintain and develop relationships with existing trust and foundation supporters by providing regular updates, face to face meetings and site visits as appropriate. • Work closely with the CEO and Impact team to gather relevant data for funding applications and ensure accurate reporting on project outcomes. Individual Donors: • Work with the CEO and C&EO to develop a regular giving scheme, enabling people to offer a regular gift to FarmAbility and establishing a reliable donation stream. • Ensure prompt communication with ad hoc donors, including thank you letters, progress updates, and invitations to events as appropriate. • Maintain accurate records of donor interactions, gift history, and personal preferences using the organisation s CRM system. Events and Community • Support the Communications and Events Officer (C&EO) to organise and execute fundraising events (e.g., sponsored challenges, ticketed events) to engage community donors and generate income. • Collaborate with the C&EO to promote fundraising events through social media, newsletters, and other marketing channels. • Collaborate with the C&EO to develop engaging fundraising materials, such as newsletters, social media posts, and donor case studies. Financial and Administrative: • Work with the finance team to manage budgets for events and initiatives, ensuring targets are met and expenses are controlled. • Support the Finance Lead, CEO and Treasurer to monitor and report on income received from trusts, foundations, and individual donors- including Gift Aid, ensuring that all income is correctly allocated. • Prepare regular progress reports for the CEO, board of trustees, and funders as required. Collaborative Working: • Attend networking events, conferences, and meetings with funders and donors to represent the organisation and develop new opportunities. • Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with all colleagues in the team to ensure the successful delivery of our programmes. Respond promptly and appropriately to daily, weekly, monthly team communications. • Take on additional responsibilities appropriate to the post as required (for example when new projects are implemented within FarmAbility). • Take part in FarmAbility community events and carry out roles to plan, deliver and review these activities as required in collaboration with the whole team.
The Organisation A not-for-profit association with an annual income of approximately £3 million. Their work includes events, learning, networking, and research, delivered in collaboration with leading partners and academic institutions. Operating primarily from the UK with a growing presence internationally, all team members contribute to the successful delivery of their flagship Annual Conference & Exhibition. The Job You will be a key part of a small Finance team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, managing the Accounts Executive and working collaboratively within the wider team. The Head of Finance will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial data, and monthly reporting, budget monitoring and year-end accounts. Key responsibilities include: Managing invoicing, payments, and reconciliations Preparing UK and Irish VAT returns Supporting the annual audit and year-end accounts Producing monthly budget reports and management accounts Monitoring cash flow and liaising with asset managers Deputising for the COO when required Contributing to system improvements Acting as Secretary to the Finance and Audit Committees The Person We're looking for a qualified accountant, ideally immediately available or on short notice. You'll bring: Strong financial systems and Excel skills Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking A methodical, organised approach and strong time management A collaborative mindset and high-level communication skills A proactive attitude to improving systems and processes What's in it for You? Salary: £70,000 Contract: Full-time, 9 months - 1 year (35 hours/week) Location: Hybrid - 3 days/week in their City of London office. Employee Benefits Package: A completion bonus of 12.5% pro rata (£6,600 for 9 months or £8750 for 12 months) Annual Leave: 27 days (rising to 30 days with service) Pension: 7.5% employer contribution, with a minimum 5% employee contribution Life Assurance: 4x salary Income Protection: Up to 75% of salary after 6 months' incapacity Private Medical Insurance: Bupa Dental Cover: Bupa dental plan Wellness Programme: Discretionary benefits What to Do Now If you're interested in joining a purpose-driven organisation with a collaborative culture, please apply now. This role is being managed by Peter O'Sullivan at Hays Senior Finance. 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
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
The Organisation A not-for-profit association with an annual income of approximately £3 million. Their work includes events, learning, networking, and research, delivered in collaboration with leading partners and academic institutions. Operating primarily from the UK with a growing presence internationally, all team members contribute to the successful delivery of their flagship Annual Conference & Exhibition. The Job You will be a key part of a small Finance team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, managing the Accounts Executive and working collaboratively within the wider team. The Head of Finance will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial data, and monthly reporting, budget monitoring and year-end accounts. Key responsibilities include: Managing invoicing, payments, and reconciliations Preparing UK and Irish VAT returns Supporting the annual audit and year-end accounts Producing monthly budget reports and management accounts Monitoring cash flow and liaising with asset managers Deputising for the COO when required Contributing to system improvements Acting as Secretary to the Finance and Audit Committees The Person We're looking for a qualified accountant, ideally immediately available or on short notice. You'll bring: Strong financial systems and Excel skills Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking A methodical, organised approach and strong time management A collaborative mindset and high-level communication skills A proactive attitude to improving systems and processes What's in it for You? Salary: £70,000 Contract: Full-time, 9 months - 1 year (35 hours/week) Location: Hybrid - 3 days/week in their City of London office. Employee Benefits Package: A completion bonus of 12.5% pro rata (£6,600 for 9 months or £8750 for 12 months) Annual Leave: 27 days (rising to 30 days with service) Pension: 7.5% employer contribution, with a minimum 5% employee contribution Life Assurance: 4x salary Income Protection: Up to 75% of salary after 6 months' incapacity Private Medical Insurance: Bupa Dental Cover: Bupa dental plan Wellness Programme: Discretionary benefits What to Do Now If you're interested in joining a purpose-driven organisation with a collaborative culture, please apply now. This role is being managed by Peter O'Sullivan at Hays Senior Finance. 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
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Risk & Compliance Officer to join a growing organisation on a full time, permanent basis. Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave Employee reward programme Smart Health - 24/7 virtual GP, health check, mental health support, nutrition consultations, fitness programme Various wellbeing initiatives Personal development programmes Additional holiday for birthday celebrations Additional holiday for Christmas shutdown Life Assurance Flexible working Regular company events As the Risk & Compliance Officer you will be responsible for: Client onboarding AML/SAR - analysing documentation and reporting back to the MLRO Assisting with investigations for source of funds and source of wealth Administration of the ID portals Monitoring PEPS and Sanctions alerts Ensuring all documents are compiled and ready for audit Managing the risk email inbox The successful Risk & Compliance Officer will have the following related skills / experience: 2-5 years risk & compliance experience in a law firm or professional services. Skilled with GDPR considerations. Regulatory audit experience.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Risk & Compliance Officer to join a growing organisation on a full time, permanent basis. Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave Employee reward programme Smart Health - 24/7 virtual GP, health check, mental health support, nutrition consultations, fitness programme Various wellbeing initiatives Personal development programmes Additional holiday for birthday celebrations Additional holiday for Christmas shutdown Life Assurance Flexible working Regular company events As the Risk & Compliance Officer you will be responsible for: Client onboarding AML/SAR - analysing documentation and reporting back to the MLRO Assisting with investigations for source of funds and source of wealth Administration of the ID portals Monitoring PEPS and Sanctions alerts Ensuring all documents are compiled and ready for audit Managing the risk email inbox The successful Risk & Compliance Officer will have the following related skills / experience: 2-5 years risk & compliance experience in a law firm or professional services. Skilled with GDPR considerations. Regulatory audit experience.
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Catchment Officer FLOW Project Location: Cookstown, County Tyrone (Office) & Swanlinbar/Claddagh River Catchment (Project) Salary: £32,000 £35,555 + up to 9% pension contribution & life assurance Contract: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week), Fixed-term for 2.5 years (with potential extension) Join an exciting cross-border environmental project! Ballinderry Rivers Trust is seeking a motivated Catchment Officer to play a key role in the For the Love of Our Waters (FLOW) project, funded by the Peace Plus programme, which is managed by the Special EU Programme Body (SEUPB). This initiative aims to improve water quality and biodiversity in four cross-border catchments, including the Swanlinbar/Claddagh River and Kilroosky Lake Cluster. What you ll do: Work with farmers and landowners to design and implement nature-based solutions (NbS) that reduce agricultural pollution and enhance freshwater habitats. Support conservation of endangered species such as the freshwater pearl mussel and white-clawed crayfish . Deliver knowledge-sharing events to engage communities and promote sustainable land management. Collaborate with NGOs, research institutions, and government bodies across Northern Ireland and Ireland. What we re looking for: Strong knowledge of NbS, water management, and agricultural systems. Experience in project delivery, ecological monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team. Full driving licence and willingness to travel. Why join us? You ll be part of a passionate team making a real difference to freshwater ecosystems. We offer flexible working, generous leave, and opportunities for professional growth. The FLOW project is funded by the Peace Plus programme, which is managed by the Special EU Programme Body (SEUPB). Apply now! Send your CV and a 2-page cover letter to jobs(A)ballinderryriver.org by Thursday 18th December 2025. Interviews will be held in January 2026. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
PLEASE MENTION GREENJOBS WHEN RESPONDING TO THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Catchment Officer FLOW Project Location: Cookstown, County Tyrone (Office) & Swanlinbar/Claddagh River Catchment (Project) Salary: £32,000 £35,555 + up to 9% pension contribution & life assurance Contract: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week), Fixed-term for 2.5 years (with potential extension) Join an exciting cross-border environmental project! Ballinderry Rivers Trust is seeking a motivated Catchment Officer to play a key role in the For the Love of Our Waters (FLOW) project, funded by the Peace Plus programme, which is managed by the Special EU Programme Body (SEUPB). This initiative aims to improve water quality and biodiversity in four cross-border catchments, including the Swanlinbar/Claddagh River and Kilroosky Lake Cluster. What you ll do: Work with farmers and landowners to design and implement nature-based solutions (NbS) that reduce agricultural pollution and enhance freshwater habitats. Support conservation of endangered species such as the freshwater pearl mussel and white-clawed crayfish . Deliver knowledge-sharing events to engage communities and promote sustainable land management. Collaborate with NGOs, research institutions, and government bodies across Northern Ireland and Ireland. What we re looking for: Strong knowledge of NbS, water management, and agricultural systems. Experience in project delivery, ecological monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic team. Full driving licence and willingness to travel. Why join us? You ll be part of a passionate team making a real difference to freshwater ecosystems. We offer flexible working, generous leave, and opportunities for professional growth. The FLOW project is funded by the Peace Plus programme, which is managed by the Special EU Programme Body (SEUPB). Apply now! Send your CV and a 2-page cover letter to jobs(A)ballinderryriver.org by Thursday 18th December 2025. Interviews will be held in January 2026. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCES
Job Title: Neighbourhood Officer Team: Neighbourhood Service: Neighbourhoods Responsible to: Neighbourhood Manager Salary £33,330 Job Summary The Neighbourhood Officer plays a key role in managing and allocating housing properties, ensuring fair and efficient lettings, and providing high-quality tenancy management services. With a strong customer focus, the role involves supporting residents, resolving tenancy-related issues, and maintaining safe, sustainable communities. This role involves working closely with internal teams and external agencies to address community issues, support tenancy sustainment and promote resident engagement. Main Responsibilities Tenancy and property management: Deliver tenancy management services, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to. Monitor and control the progress of empty properties to meet targets and minimise revenue loss. Carry out accompanied viewings and assess tenancy suitability in line with allocation policies and Complete tenancy sign-ups, ensuring agreements are fully explained and understood. Conduct tenancy visits to sustain tenancies, identify support needs, and coordinate appropriate interventions. Address tenancy breaches, including investigating abandoned properties. Community & Neighbourhood Engagement: Provide excellent customer service to ensure tenants and residents take pride in their homes and communities. Highlight and address emerging estate and community issues affecting sustainability. Manage anti-social behaviour cases with a proactive approach, focusing on early intervention. Support neighbourhood engagement events, working with stakeholders to improve estate management and service delivery Actively promote customer involvement and encourage participation in decision-making. Partnerships & Compliance Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to resolve tenancy and community challenges Ensure compliance with health & safety policies, gas and electrical access requirements, and safeguarding procedures. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with partner organisations to create thriving neighbourhoods. The post holder will be expected to be aware of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children and report any concerns via Ongo s Safeguarding policies and procedures. Skills, Competence, Experience Required Strong understanding of housing legislation and social housing challenges. Awareness of housing management governance and best practices. Sound judgment and decision-making skills. Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and handle pressure effectively. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Competence in using housing management systems and maintaining accurate records. Customer-focused approach to service delivery. The role requires resilience, empathy and conflict resolution skills. A full UK driving licence and access to a personal vehicle are essential for this role, due to travel requirements across the region. Working environment This role requires a personal safety device. Post will predominately be required to work in the neighbourhood on a daily basis, in a variety of weather conditions and be required to walk distances and climb stairs whilst carrying equipment. Some working from home or in an office environment. Visiting tenants in a range of properties, including high rise flats. Occasional exposure to risks associated with working in social housing properties, including potentially challenging or unsanitary conditions. May include occasional evening or weekend work to attend meetings. Must follow health and safety protocols when visiting properties including wearing PPE in certain environments. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from ethnically diverse communities, disabled individuals, and others who may require workplace adjustments. If you require any support during the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Neighbourhood Officer Team: Neighbourhood Service: Neighbourhoods Responsible to: Neighbourhood Manager Salary £33,330 Job Summary The Neighbourhood Officer plays a key role in managing and allocating housing properties, ensuring fair and efficient lettings, and providing high-quality tenancy management services. With a strong customer focus, the role involves supporting residents, resolving tenancy-related issues, and maintaining safe, sustainable communities. This role involves working closely with internal teams and external agencies to address community issues, support tenancy sustainment and promote resident engagement. Main Responsibilities Tenancy and property management: Deliver tenancy management services, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to. Monitor and control the progress of empty properties to meet targets and minimise revenue loss. Carry out accompanied viewings and assess tenancy suitability in line with allocation policies and Complete tenancy sign-ups, ensuring agreements are fully explained and understood. Conduct tenancy visits to sustain tenancies, identify support needs, and coordinate appropriate interventions. Address tenancy breaches, including investigating abandoned properties. Community & Neighbourhood Engagement: Provide excellent customer service to ensure tenants and residents take pride in their homes and communities. Highlight and address emerging estate and community issues affecting sustainability. Manage anti-social behaviour cases with a proactive approach, focusing on early intervention. Support neighbourhood engagement events, working with stakeholders to improve estate management and service delivery Actively promote customer involvement and encourage participation in decision-making. Partnerships & Compliance Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to resolve tenancy and community challenges Ensure compliance with health & safety policies, gas and electrical access requirements, and safeguarding procedures. Develop and maintain strong working relationships with partner organisations to create thriving neighbourhoods. The post holder will be expected to be aware of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children and report any concerns via Ongo s Safeguarding policies and procedures. Skills, Competence, Experience Required Strong understanding of housing legislation and social housing challenges. Awareness of housing management governance and best practices. Sound judgment and decision-making skills. Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and handle pressure effectively. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Competence in using housing management systems and maintaining accurate records. Customer-focused approach to service delivery. The role requires resilience, empathy and conflict resolution skills. A full UK driving licence and access to a personal vehicle are essential for this role, due to travel requirements across the region. Working environment This role requires a personal safety device. Post will predominately be required to work in the neighbourhood on a daily basis, in a variety of weather conditions and be required to walk distances and climb stairs whilst carrying equipment. Some working from home or in an office environment. Visiting tenants in a range of properties, including high rise flats. Occasional exposure to risks associated with working in social housing properties, including potentially challenging or unsanitary conditions. May include occasional evening or weekend work to attend meetings. Must follow health and safety protocols when visiting properties including wearing PPE in certain environments. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from ethnically diverse communities, disabled individuals, and others who may require workplace adjustments. If you require any support during the application process, please let us know, and we will be happy to assist
Chief Operating Officer Location: Hybrid (Manchester office with national travel) Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £65,000 £70,000 Closing date: Monday 12th January 2026 (10am) About Them Our client the UK s leading not for profit network dedicated to social cohesion. They work across sectors to build a more connected, less divided society by strengthening trust, belonging and resilience in communities. Their growing membership spans local authorities, charities, civil society and business, and they support partners through place-based cohesion and intercultural programmes, research and policy influence, training, consultancy, leadership development, and a thriving programme of networks, events and knowledge sharing. They are collaborative, evidence led and committed to building common ground, creating environments where diverse communities are able to thrive together. About the Role This is a pivotal moment for them as they enter the next stage of their strategic growth. They are seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to play a central leadership role in shaping their future and strengthening their national impact. Working closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure the organisation has the systems, culture and resources needed to deliver on their mission. This is a transformational cross-organisational role, leading their core internal functions: finance, HR, IT, project management, communications, engagement and events, while driving continuous improvement, financial sustainability and organisational resilience. You will bring strategic vision, operational excellence and a collaborative leadership style that empowers colleagues, champions inclusion and wellbeing, and ensures their operations remain aligned with their purpose of building a more united and less divided society. About You They are looking for a strategic, enabling and emotionally intelligent leader with proven experience overseeing multi-function operations at a senior level, strong financial management and strategic planning expertise, and experience within the charity or public sector. You will bring excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, a track record of income generation and bid development, and the ability to build productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Knowledge of cohesion, integration or community development is desirable but not essential. Personally, you will be collaborative, inclusive and solutions focused, with strong emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to continuous learning. Benefits 30 days annual leave per year Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office) Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form, where you will be asked to answer three questions: Why are you interested in this role and how do your values align with their mission? What achievements make you a strong candidate for the COO role? How does your leadership style empower others and create a positive culture? Deadline: Monday 12 January 2026 (10am) First Interviews: w/c 26 January 2026 (remote) Final Interviews : w/c 9 February 2026 (in-person) Their Commitment to Inclusion They are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. They welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage individuals from communities under-represented in the charity sector to apply. Impostor syndrome can disproportionately impact candidates from marginalised groups if you are unsure whether to apply, they encourage you to do so. REF-
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Chief Operating Officer Location: Hybrid (Manchester office with national travel) Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Salary: £65,000 £70,000 Closing date: Monday 12th January 2026 (10am) About Them Our client the UK s leading not for profit network dedicated to social cohesion. They work across sectors to build a more connected, less divided society by strengthening trust, belonging and resilience in communities. Their growing membership spans local authorities, charities, civil society and business, and they support partners through place-based cohesion and intercultural programmes, research and policy influence, training, consultancy, leadership development, and a thriving programme of networks, events and knowledge sharing. They are collaborative, evidence led and committed to building common ground, creating environments where diverse communities are able to thrive together. About the Role This is a pivotal moment for them as they enter the next stage of their strategic growth. They are seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to play a central leadership role in shaping their future and strengthening their national impact. Working closely with the CEO and Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure the organisation has the systems, culture and resources needed to deliver on their mission. This is a transformational cross-organisational role, leading their core internal functions: finance, HR, IT, project management, communications, engagement and events, while driving continuous improvement, financial sustainability and organisational resilience. You will bring strategic vision, operational excellence and a collaborative leadership style that empowers colleagues, champions inclusion and wellbeing, and ensures their operations remain aligned with their purpose of building a more united and less divided society. About You They are looking for a strategic, enabling and emotionally intelligent leader with proven experience overseeing multi-function operations at a senior level, strong financial management and strategic planning expertise, and experience within the charity or public sector. You will bring excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, a track record of income generation and bid development, and the ability to build productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Knowledge of cohesion, integration or community development is desirable but not essential. Personally, you will be collaborative, inclusive and solutions focused, with strong emotional intelligence, resilience and a commitment to continuous learning. Benefits 30 days annual leave per year Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office) Enhanced sick pay Enhanced maternity and paternity pay How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and complete the application form, where you will be asked to answer three questions: Why are you interested in this role and how do your values align with their mission? What achievements make you a strong candidate for the COO role? How does your leadership style empower others and create a positive culture? Deadline: Monday 12 January 2026 (10am) First Interviews: w/c 26 January 2026 (remote) Final Interviews : w/c 9 February 2026 (in-person) Their Commitment to Inclusion They are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. They welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly encourage individuals from communities under-represented in the charity sector to apply. Impostor syndrome can disproportionately impact candidates from marginalised groups if you are unsure whether to apply, they encourage you to do so. REF-
Good Growth Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor's environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work. About the team Our friendly Business Engagement and International Promotion Team serve as the gateway for the private sector into the Mayor of London and his team and the Greater London Authority (GLA). We champion mayoral and GLA priorities to the private sector both domestically and internationally and get their buy in. We manage mayoral business boards and engagement with the private sector. We engage the private sector in policy and decision-making at the GLA to achieve economic growth, making sure London is the best place to do business in the world. About the role We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual to join the Business Engagement & International Promotion team at a crucial time for London's growth. You will have experience of working with, or alongside, the public and private sector, and a good understanding of the differences in their perspectives and values. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and proactive, can manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and changing environment and can demonstrate excellent attention to detail. You will play a key role in helping the Mayor of London to build and maintain effective relationships with key private sector contacts and leading employers. You will manage and lead business engagement activities through building relationships with business, planning and delivering projects and events, gathering insight about the needs and key issues facing the capital's businesses and delivering business-facing campaigns. You will need to take a strategic overview of the Mayor's priorities for economic development in the capital. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage senior stakeholders and provide advice to the Mayor's Office. What your day will look like Meet with key sector stakeholders to gather insight and understand global and local challenges and opportunities to keep an up-to-date understanding of business perspectives that will shape your policy advice and decisions Represent the GLA at external meetings and events to influence key business stakeholders and get their buy in for mayoral priorities (policies, campaigns, programmes), using strong communication and persuasion skills to influence outcomes and navigate challenging situations Lead high profile business engagement events and meetings for the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Business & Growth ensuring they are well planned and deliver clear results Write high quality meeting and event briefings for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor for Business & Growth, using strong research and analysis skills Work across the GLA Group to connect a wide range of business stakeholders on a wide range of policy areas Support the Mayor and Deputy Mayor at meetings and events, with occasional out-of-hours working as required. Skills, knowledge and experience To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria: Experience of working with, or alongside, the public and private sector and a good understanding of the differences in their perspectives and values. Experience of engaging and influencing senior external stakeholders. Good understanding of economics and business policies, especially in the financial and professional services sectors. Significant experience of project management and evidence of driving delivery on major high profile, public facing or corporate projects. Desired Skills/Experience Good written skills/experience of writing briefings for senior executive management. Behavioural competencies Building and Managing Relationships is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Actively engages partners and encourages others to build relationships that support GLA objectives Understands and recognises the contributions that staff at all levels make to delivering priorities Proactively manages partner relationships, preventing or resolving any conflict Adapts style to work effectively with partners, building consensus, trust and respect Delivers objectives by bringing together diverse stakeholders to work effectively in partnership Communicating and Influencing is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us. Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Encourages and supports teams in engaging in transparent and inclusive communication Influences others and gains buy-in using compelling, well thought through arguments Negotiates effectively to deliver GLA priorities Synthesises the complex viewpoints of others, recognises where compromise is necessary and brokers agreement Advocates positively for the GLA both within and outside the organisation Planning and Organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Monitors allocation of resources, anticipating changing requirements that may impact work delivery Ensures evaluation processes are in place to measure project benefits Gains buy-in and commitment to project delivery from diverse stakeholders Implements quality measures to ensure directorate output is of a high standard Translates political vision into action plans and deliverables The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework How to apply If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following: Up to date CV Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the 'CV and Cover Letters' section' of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., "CV - applicant name - 012345) As part of GLA's continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination. We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you have questions about the role If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Lan Feng would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at . If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the who support the GLA with recruitment. Assessment process Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview/assessment. The interview/assessment date is: The week commencing 26 January (subject to change) Equality, diversity and inclusion London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required. Benefits GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days' annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme. . click apply for full job details
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Good Growth Good Growth is responsible for delivering and implementing the Mayor's environment, transport and economic strategies and for the effective implementation of the London Plan. The Directorate is also responsible for regeneration (where the programme is not housing led), enterprise, growth, capital projects and design work. About the team Our friendly Business Engagement and International Promotion Team serve as the gateway for the private sector into the Mayor of London and his team and the Greater London Authority (GLA). We champion mayoral and GLA priorities to the private sector both domestically and internationally and get their buy in. We manage mayoral business boards and engagement with the private sector. We engage the private sector in policy and decision-making at the GLA to achieve economic growth, making sure London is the best place to do business in the world. About the role We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed individual to join the Business Engagement & International Promotion team at a crucial time for London's growth. You will have experience of working with, or alongside, the public and private sector, and a good understanding of the differences in their perspectives and values. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated and proactive, can manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and changing environment and can demonstrate excellent attention to detail. You will play a key role in helping the Mayor of London to build and maintain effective relationships with key private sector contacts and leading employers. You will manage and lead business engagement activities through building relationships with business, planning and delivering projects and events, gathering insight about the needs and key issues facing the capital's businesses and delivering business-facing campaigns. You will need to take a strategic overview of the Mayor's priorities for economic development in the capital. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage senior stakeholders and provide advice to the Mayor's Office. What your day will look like Meet with key sector stakeholders to gather insight and understand global and local challenges and opportunities to keep an up-to-date understanding of business perspectives that will shape your policy advice and decisions Represent the GLA at external meetings and events to influence key business stakeholders and get their buy in for mayoral priorities (policies, campaigns, programmes), using strong communication and persuasion skills to influence outcomes and navigate challenging situations Lead high profile business engagement events and meetings for the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for Business & Growth ensuring they are well planned and deliver clear results Write high quality meeting and event briefings for the Mayor, Deputy Mayor for Business & Growth, using strong research and analysis skills Work across the GLA Group to connect a wide range of business stakeholders on a wide range of policy areas Support the Mayor and Deputy Mayor at meetings and events, with occasional out-of-hours working as required. Skills, knowledge and experience To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria: Experience of working with, or alongside, the public and private sector and a good understanding of the differences in their perspectives and values. Experience of engaging and influencing senior external stakeholders. Good understanding of economics and business policies, especially in the financial and professional services sectors. Significant experience of project management and evidence of driving delivery on major high profile, public facing or corporate projects. Desired Skills/Experience Good written skills/experience of writing briefings for senior executive management. Behavioural competencies Building and Managing Relationships is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Actively engages partners and encourages others to build relationships that support GLA objectives Understands and recognises the contributions that staff at all levels make to delivering priorities Proactively manages partner relationships, preventing or resolving any conflict Adapts style to work effectively with partners, building consensus, trust and respect Delivers objectives by bringing together diverse stakeholders to work effectively in partnership Communicating and Influencing is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us. Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Encourages and supports teams in engaging in transparent and inclusive communication Influences others and gains buy-in using compelling, well thought through arguments Negotiates effectively to deliver GLA priorities Synthesises the complex viewpoints of others, recognises where compromise is necessary and brokers agreement Advocates positively for the GLA both within and outside the organisation Planning and Organising is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Level 3 indicators of effective performance: Monitors allocation of resources, anticipating changing requirements that may impact work delivery Ensures evaluation processes are in place to measure project benefits Gains buy-in and commitment to project delivery from diverse stakeholders Implements quality measures to ensure directorate output is of a high standard Translates political vision into action plans and deliverables The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here: GLA Competency Framework How to apply If you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following: Up to date CV Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the 'CV and Cover Letters' section' of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement. Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., "CV - applicant name - 012345) As part of GLA's continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination. We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. If you have questions about the role If you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Lan Feng would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them at . If you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the who support the GLA with recruitment. Assessment process Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview/assessment. The interview/assessment date is: The week commencing 26 January (subject to change) Equality, diversity and inclusion London's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required. Benefits GLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office. In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days' annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme. . click apply for full job details
Quartet Community Foundation
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Chair of Trustees Quartet Community Foundation is seeking a new chair of trustees to lead our dynamic and committed Board. Quartet distributes approximately £5 million across 1,000 grants each year to support local communities and charities in the region. Trustees on our Board actively contribute to setting the strategic direction of Quartet, helping to advise and run the organisation. As Chair of Trustees, you will work with other members of the Board to form an effective, accountable governing body which provides leadership and support for the dedicated staff team in delivering Quartet's strategic plan. The role of the Chair of Trustees The chair, along with their deputy is appointed by the Board with the following key responsibilities: To effectively chair board meetings, ensuring that the board considers and observes best practice governance of Quartet. To be actively engaged in setting the strategic direction and policy of Quartet. To contribute to the performance management and review of the strategic plan and related targets. To help set and agree a balanced financial budget and support the Chief Executive Officer and staff in remaining within it. To be an ambassador and advocate for the work of Quartet in the wider community, including representation at evening and daytime events (with and sometimes as a substitute for the CEO). To support the CEO in their work, conducting an annual appraisal of their work and setting realistic goals in agreement with them. To participate in grant-making panels as a representative of Quartet, as required and to visit at least one funded project per year. To attend quarterly board meetings, the AGM, meetings of our four sub-committees, and chair of chairs meetings. To ensure that Quartet complies with its Memorandum and Articles of Association, charity law, company law, internal policies and procedures, and any other relevant legislation or regulations. To participate as appropriate in the national network of community foundations, contribute to its development and set the work of Quartet in the wider context. This usually involves two days a year at a UKCF south west chairs and CEOs workshop. Joining trustees are supported to understand and engage with all of these elements, and the successful candidate will also be offered the opportunity to shadow the existing chair for 6-9 months, before she leaves the role in 2026. What else is involved Trustees are expected to attend four board meetings a year, where possible, and asked to join one of our four sub-committees, all of which report to the main board. The chair is expected to attend these committee meetings, at least in the early part of the role to gain an understanding of the deeper work of their focus. As ultimate responsibility and authority for a charity lies collectively with its trustee board, you will need to understand some key elements of charity law and governance - so we'll give you an induction, training and help you to stay up to date. Appointments are normally for six years: an initial term for three years with an option of one further term of three years. This is a voluntary role. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed by the charity such as travel and parking. How to apply or learn more If you are interested in this opportunity and feel that you have skills and experience that mean you could fulfil the role of the chair, please do apply and get in touch. Details of how to get in touch for an informal conversation are included in the Recruitment Pack below. Before applying, please download and read the Recruitment Pack, and then complete the Application Form and Equality and Diversity Form using the buttons below. The simple application form will include questions asking why you are interested in becoming our Chair and what skills and experience you would bring to the role. Send your completed Application Form and Equality and Diversity Form, along with a copy of your current CV by an email to be received no later than 10am on Monday 5th January 2026. Applications must be sent to this account. All applications will be acknowledged. Candidates shortlisted for interview will be invited to attend an interview week commencing 12th January 2026 between 9am-5pm, in central Bristol. Initial interviews will be held with a small, friendly panel of trustees and the CEO, and will last less than one hour. No agencies please.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Chair of Trustees Quartet Community Foundation is seeking a new chair of trustees to lead our dynamic and committed Board. Quartet distributes approximately £5 million across 1,000 grants each year to support local communities and charities in the region. Trustees on our Board actively contribute to setting the strategic direction of Quartet, helping to advise and run the organisation. As Chair of Trustees, you will work with other members of the Board to form an effective, accountable governing body which provides leadership and support for the dedicated staff team in delivering Quartet's strategic plan. The role of the Chair of Trustees The chair, along with their deputy is appointed by the Board with the following key responsibilities: To effectively chair board meetings, ensuring that the board considers and observes best practice governance of Quartet. To be actively engaged in setting the strategic direction and policy of Quartet. To contribute to the performance management and review of the strategic plan and related targets. To help set and agree a balanced financial budget and support the Chief Executive Officer and staff in remaining within it. To be an ambassador and advocate for the work of Quartet in the wider community, including representation at evening and daytime events (with and sometimes as a substitute for the CEO). To support the CEO in their work, conducting an annual appraisal of their work and setting realistic goals in agreement with them. To participate in grant-making panels as a representative of Quartet, as required and to visit at least one funded project per year. To attend quarterly board meetings, the AGM, meetings of our four sub-committees, and chair of chairs meetings. To ensure that Quartet complies with its Memorandum and Articles of Association, charity law, company law, internal policies and procedures, and any other relevant legislation or regulations. To participate as appropriate in the national network of community foundations, contribute to its development and set the work of Quartet in the wider context. This usually involves two days a year at a UKCF south west chairs and CEOs workshop. Joining trustees are supported to understand and engage with all of these elements, and the successful candidate will also be offered the opportunity to shadow the existing chair for 6-9 months, before she leaves the role in 2026. What else is involved Trustees are expected to attend four board meetings a year, where possible, and asked to join one of our four sub-committees, all of which report to the main board. The chair is expected to attend these committee meetings, at least in the early part of the role to gain an understanding of the deeper work of their focus. As ultimate responsibility and authority for a charity lies collectively with its trustee board, you will need to understand some key elements of charity law and governance - so we'll give you an induction, training and help you to stay up to date. Appointments are normally for six years: an initial term for three years with an option of one further term of three years. This is a voluntary role. Reasonable expenses will be reimbursed by the charity such as travel and parking. How to apply or learn more If you are interested in this opportunity and feel that you have skills and experience that mean you could fulfil the role of the chair, please do apply and get in touch. Details of how to get in touch for an informal conversation are included in the Recruitment Pack below. Before applying, please download and read the Recruitment Pack, and then complete the Application Form and Equality and Diversity Form using the buttons below. The simple application form will include questions asking why you are interested in becoming our Chair and what skills and experience you would bring to the role. Send your completed Application Form and Equality and Diversity Form, along with a copy of your current CV by an email to be received no later than 10am on Monday 5th January 2026. Applications must be sent to this account. All applications will be acknowledged. Candidates shortlisted for interview will be invited to attend an interview week commencing 12th January 2026 between 9am-5pm, in central Bristol. Initial interviews will be held with a small, friendly panel of trustees and the CEO, and will last less than one hour. No agencies please.
Role Overview The Talent Set are delighted to partner with this fantastic charity on a Philanthropy Manager role. This position offers an opportunity to work on developing major donor income based on fully fledged pipeline and developed case for supports. The role is supported by a wider high value team including prospect research. Key Responsibilities Steward existing donors and develop new donor relationships, working through the pipeline from cultivation to successful asks Identify new opportunities within the major donor portfolios Plan and coordinate fundraising campaigns, events, and engagement activities. Collaborate with teams across high value and wider fundraising teams to ensure donor stewardship and recognition. Person Specification Proven experience working with major donors, this could be at officer/executive level and a step into a manager role or someone already in a manager role Full understanding and experience to work through the full donor relationship process with known donors and new prospects Having experience of successful 5 figure gifts is desirable, but candidates will be considered with 4 figures, looking for a bigger challenge Experience of working with giving circles is of interest but not essential Ability to work with agility in a collaborative and unique charity environment A proactive and adaptable approach with ambition to grow income from major donors, able to see opportunities for growth. What s on Offer Salary: Circa £46,000 How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Role Overview The Talent Set are delighted to partner with this fantastic charity on a Philanthropy Manager role. This position offers an opportunity to work on developing major donor income based on fully fledged pipeline and developed case for supports. The role is supported by a wider high value team including prospect research. Key Responsibilities Steward existing donors and develop new donor relationships, working through the pipeline from cultivation to successful asks Identify new opportunities within the major donor portfolios Plan and coordinate fundraising campaigns, events, and engagement activities. Collaborate with teams across high value and wider fundraising teams to ensure donor stewardship and recognition. Person Specification Proven experience working with major donors, this could be at officer/executive level and a step into a manager role or someone already in a manager role Full understanding and experience to work through the full donor relationship process with known donors and new prospects Having experience of successful 5 figure gifts is desirable, but candidates will be considered with 4 figures, looking for a bigger challenge Experience of working with giving circles is of interest but not essential Ability to work with agility in a collaborative and unique charity environment A proactive and adaptable approach with ambition to grow income from major donors, able to see opportunities for growth. What s on Offer Salary: Circa £46,000 How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Do you have excellent interpersonal skill, are well organised and able to manage a busy workload? We are looking for a team player with iniative to join our Fundraising team. Duties include: Delivering a portfolio of creative and inspiring initiatives that place the supporter at the heart of every interaction. Maximise retention and long-term value of the supporter base through effective stewardship and data-driven engagement. Support delivery of Individual Giving KPIs and income targets in line with strategic objectives. Monitor and report on income and expenditure across campaigns, ensuring alignment with agreed budgets. Develop and implement innovative methods for acquiring new supporters and reactivating lapsed donors. Lead on integrated campaign planning, including direct mail, and communication. Design and deliver outstanding stewardship plans, including personalised communications and impact updates. Develop effective welcome and thanking programs to enhance supporter experience Represent Individual Giving at events and external initiatives such as Hospice Care Week and Dying Matters Week. Driving Licence essential
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Do you have excellent interpersonal skill, are well organised and able to manage a busy workload? We are looking for a team player with iniative to join our Fundraising team. Duties include: Delivering a portfolio of creative and inspiring initiatives that place the supporter at the heart of every interaction. Maximise retention and long-term value of the supporter base through effective stewardship and data-driven engagement. Support delivery of Individual Giving KPIs and income targets in line with strategic objectives. Monitor and report on income and expenditure across campaigns, ensuring alignment with agreed budgets. Develop and implement innovative methods for acquiring new supporters and reactivating lapsed donors. Lead on integrated campaign planning, including direct mail, and communication. Design and deliver outstanding stewardship plans, including personalised communications and impact updates. Develop effective welcome and thanking programs to enhance supporter experience Represent Individual Giving at events and external initiatives such as Hospice Care Week and Dying Matters Week. Driving Licence essential
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Risk & Compliance Officer to join a growing organisation on a full time, permanent basis. Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave Employee reward programme Smart Health - 24/7 virtual GP, health check, mental health support, nutrition consultations, fitness programme Various wellbeing initiatives Personal development programmes Additional holiday for birthday celebrations Additional holiday for Christmas shutdown Life Assurance Flexible working Regular company events As the Risk & Compliance Officer you will be responsible for: Client onboarding AML/SAR - analysing documentation and reporting back to the MLRO Assisting with investigations for source of funds and source of wealth Administration of the ID portals Monitoring PEPS and Sanctions alerts Ensuring all documents are compiled and ready for audit Managing the risk email inbox The successful Risk & Compliance Officer will have the following related skills / experience: 2-5 years risk & compliance experience in a law firm or professional services. Skilled with GDPR considerations. Regulatory audit experience.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Risk & Compliance Officer to join a growing organisation on a full time, permanent basis. Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave Employee reward programme Smart Health - 24/7 virtual GP, health check, mental health support, nutrition consultations, fitness programme Various wellbeing initiatives Personal development programmes Additional holiday for birthday celebrations Additional holiday for Christmas shutdown Life Assurance Flexible working Regular company events As the Risk & Compliance Officer you will be responsible for: Client onboarding AML/SAR - analysing documentation and reporting back to the MLRO Assisting with investigations for source of funds and source of wealth Administration of the ID portals Monitoring PEPS and Sanctions alerts Ensuring all documents are compiled and ready for audit Managing the risk email inbox The successful Risk & Compliance Officer will have the following related skills / experience: 2-5 years risk & compliance experience in a law firm or professional services. Skilled with GDPR considerations. Regulatory audit experience.
Chair of the Board of Trustees Remuneration: The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed Time commitment: Six Board meetings per year. The Chair is also expected to have regular meetings with the Chief Executive and represent SHPT at various events and meetings with key stakeholders. They may be required to sit on sub committees and have occasional additional meetings with other Board or staff Members. Reporting to: Board of Trustees Objectives The Board is collectively responsible for the success of the Charity, as the leader of the Board the Chair plays a pivotal role; the effectiveness of the Board is a reflection, in large part, of his/her performance. The Chair is responsible for leading the Board and for ensuring it deals effectively with all aspects of its role and Board business. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for the delivery of the Charity's mission and vision. The Chair must seek to get the best performance from the collective and individual Trustees, ensuring that each Trustee understands and fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the Charity and is accountable for their performance. The Chair will support, and, where appropriate, challenge the Executive and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely with the entire Executive of the Charity to achieve agreed objectives. The Chair will act as an ambassador and the public face of the Charity in partnership with the Executive. The Chair's role includes: Meetings take the lead on ensuring that Board meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas take the lead on ensuring that all Trustees can express their views in meetings and that the Board takes collective ownership of any decisions take the lead to ensure that the Board receives the necessary information for decision making, appropriately presented, at the right time and arrive at decisions in an orderly, timely and democratic manner and vote as detailed in the governing document ensure that the Board can regularly review major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities, and manage and mitigate the risks have a second or casting vote if a vote on a Trustees' decision is tied ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of the Charity, with systems in place to ensure financial accountability take the lead on ensuring that Trustees comply with their duties and the Charity is well governed Board Members foster, maintain and ensure that positive relationships exist with and between all the Trustees encourage continuous development of the capability of the Board of Trustees take the lead on ensuring that the Board's performance is continuously evaluated - including skills balance and experience ensure procedures are in place for the effective recruitment of new Board members Stakeholders take the lead in ensuring that the timing, coverage and quality of communications with all stakeholders is appropriate including the production of reports may act as a spokesperson for the Charity to maintain close, positive and productive relationships with key stakeholder bodies Staff relations act as a primary link between Trustees and staff ensure the Executive is held to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives and liaise with the Executive to maintain an overview of the Charity's affairs establish and build a strong, effective, constructive and supportive working relationship with the Executive within which each can speak openly about concerns, worries and challenges - whilst respecting the boundaries which exist between the two roles monitor performance and conduct an annual appraisal for the Executive in consultation with other Trustees ensure that the Executive has the opportunity for professional development and has appropriate external professional support ensure appropriate and timely communications between the Board and staff Committees may establish or propose the establishment of committees of the Board, and may assign tasks and delegate responsibilities to Board committees and/or directors, depending upon the Charity's needs serve as an ex-officio member of all Board committees and serve as a voting member of committees if required ensure committees operate within agreed terms of reference to the Charity Board ensure committee meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas provide reporting schedules for updating the Charity Board support committee chairpersons in appointing members and in identifying and resolving problems establish a strong working relationship with the Chair of Haversham Trading, the Charity's subsidiary company, responsible for non-arts commercial income streams Administration Signing Officer - The Chair is normally designated by the Board of Directors and/or governing document as one of the signing officers for certain documents. In this capacity, the Chair may be authorised or required to sign or countersign cheques, correspondence, applications, reports, contracts or other documents on behalf of company. Knowledge, Skills and Attributes The role of Chair is demanding and requires that they display several key qualities in carrying out the role: demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the Charity, its strategic objectives and cause strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively show leadership by word and deed grasp complicated issues, distil from them the most important elements and identify the areas for decision-making. obtain the best from the team of Trustees, ensuring that each can contribute fully build relationships within the organisation and the community be challenging of but empathetic towards the Executive team encourage debate and discussion of the key areas, making decision-making more robust and conclusions more satisfactory experienced in commercial business and ideally with previous experience of a relevant role good understanding of charity governance issues and a broad understanding of charity finance issues Skills that would be an advantage to bring to the Chair role, might include: an arts background in a senior role finance fundraising commercial business marketing, PR and/or social media legal, regulatory, compliance customer service operational/facilities management To apply: Please send a covering letter and a copy of your CV to Craig Titley-Rawson at
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Chair of the Board of Trustees Remuneration: The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed Time commitment: Six Board meetings per year. The Chair is also expected to have regular meetings with the Chief Executive and represent SHPT at various events and meetings with key stakeholders. They may be required to sit on sub committees and have occasional additional meetings with other Board or staff Members. Reporting to: Board of Trustees Objectives The Board is collectively responsible for the success of the Charity, as the leader of the Board the Chair plays a pivotal role; the effectiveness of the Board is a reflection, in large part, of his/her performance. The Chair is responsible for leading the Board and for ensuring it deals effectively with all aspects of its role and Board business. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Team to account for the delivery of the Charity's mission and vision. The Chair must seek to get the best performance from the collective and individual Trustees, ensuring that each Trustee understands and fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the Charity and is accountable for their performance. The Chair will support, and, where appropriate, challenge the Executive and ensure that the Board functions as a unit and works closely with the entire Executive of the Charity to achieve agreed objectives. The Chair will act as an ambassador and the public face of the Charity in partnership with the Executive. The Chair's role includes: Meetings take the lead on ensuring that Board meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas take the lead on ensuring that all Trustees can express their views in meetings and that the Board takes collective ownership of any decisions take the lead to ensure that the Board receives the necessary information for decision making, appropriately presented, at the right time and arrive at decisions in an orderly, timely and democratic manner and vote as detailed in the governing document ensure that the Board can regularly review major risks and associated opportunities, and satisfy itself that systems are in place to take advantage of opportunities, and manage and mitigate the risks have a second or casting vote if a vote on a Trustees' decision is tied ensure that the Board fulfils its duties to ensure sound financial health of the Charity, with systems in place to ensure financial accountability take the lead on ensuring that Trustees comply with their duties and the Charity is well governed Board Members foster, maintain and ensure that positive relationships exist with and between all the Trustees encourage continuous development of the capability of the Board of Trustees take the lead on ensuring that the Board's performance is continuously evaluated - including skills balance and experience ensure procedures are in place for the effective recruitment of new Board members Stakeholders take the lead in ensuring that the timing, coverage and quality of communications with all stakeholders is appropriate including the production of reports may act as a spokesperson for the Charity to maintain close, positive and productive relationships with key stakeholder bodies Staff relations act as a primary link between Trustees and staff ensure the Executive is held to account for achieving agreed strategic objectives and liaise with the Executive to maintain an overview of the Charity's affairs establish and build a strong, effective, constructive and supportive working relationship with the Executive within which each can speak openly about concerns, worries and challenges - whilst respecting the boundaries which exist between the two roles monitor performance and conduct an annual appraisal for the Executive in consultation with other Trustees ensure that the Executive has the opportunity for professional development and has appropriate external professional support ensure appropriate and timely communications between the Board and staff Committees may establish or propose the establishment of committees of the Board, and may assign tasks and delegate responsibilities to Board committees and/or directors, depending upon the Charity's needs serve as an ex-officio member of all Board committees and serve as a voting member of committees if required ensure committees operate within agreed terms of reference to the Charity Board ensure committee meetings are planned, properly run and recorded, including the provision of relevant agendas provide reporting schedules for updating the Charity Board support committee chairpersons in appointing members and in identifying and resolving problems establish a strong working relationship with the Chair of Haversham Trading, the Charity's subsidiary company, responsible for non-arts commercial income streams Administration Signing Officer - The Chair is normally designated by the Board of Directors and/or governing document as one of the signing officers for certain documents. In this capacity, the Chair may be authorised or required to sign or countersign cheques, correspondence, applications, reports, contracts or other documents on behalf of company. Knowledge, Skills and Attributes The role of Chair is demanding and requires that they display several key qualities in carrying out the role: demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to the Charity, its strategic objectives and cause strong inter-personal and relationship building abilities and be comfortable in an ambassadorial role demonstrate tact and diplomacy, with the ability to listen and engage effectively show leadership by word and deed grasp complicated issues, distil from them the most important elements and identify the areas for decision-making. obtain the best from the team of Trustees, ensuring that each can contribute fully build relationships within the organisation and the community be challenging of but empathetic towards the Executive team encourage debate and discussion of the key areas, making decision-making more robust and conclusions more satisfactory experienced in commercial business and ideally with previous experience of a relevant role good understanding of charity governance issues and a broad understanding of charity finance issues Skills that would be an advantage to bring to the Chair role, might include: an arts background in a senior role finance fundraising commercial business marketing, PR and/or social media legal, regulatory, compliance customer service operational/facilities management To apply: Please send a covering letter and a copy of your CV to Craig Titley-Rawson at
Community Fundraising Officer Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (pro-rated for part-time hours) Location: Hybrid/ London SE1 & remote Hours: Full-time (37.5 hrs) or part-time (30 hrs) considered. Some occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary for which time off in lieu will be granted. Contract: permanent Closing date for applications: midday on Monday 15 December. Join this fantastic charity as a Community Fundraising Officer and help inspire, connect, and make a real impact. Are you passionate about making a difference and bringing people together for a great cause? We're the only national charity dedicated to supporting people living with dystonia - a neurological condition affecting around 100,000 people in the UK. We're looking for a Community Fundraising Officer to help us grow our fundraising and empower our incredible community. About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and motivated fundraiser who loves building relationships, delivering events, and developing campaigns that make a real impact. You'll play a key role in growing our community fundraising activity and helping the charity reach more people than ever before. This is a dynamic and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll lead community fundraising and challenge events, inspire individuals and groups to raise funds, and create engaging campaigns that celebrate our supporters. From coordinating national events to crafting digital content and supporter toolkits, you'll play a vital part in turning one-time fundraisers into lifelong champions. Why Join Us? Flexible hybrid working (home and London office) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme and wellbeing support A collaborative, friendly team where your ideas matter What You'll Do: Develop and deliver exciting community fundraising strategies and campaigns Manage challenge events and ensure every supporter has an outstanding experience Build strong relationships with fundraisers, volunteers, and local businesses Create inspiring digital content and resources to empower supporters Represent the charity at events and champion our mission across the UK What We're Looking For: Experience in relationship management and community engagement. Creative, organised, and confident communicator across all channels. Skilled at using social media to inspire and connect. Passionate about making a difference and eager to innovate. How to apply Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us create a better future for everyone living with dystonia. To apply, please send a copy of your CV in the first instance to Philippa at Charity People. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Alice if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you. At Charity People, we match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
Community Fundraising Officer Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum (pro-rated for part-time hours) Location: Hybrid/ London SE1 & remote Hours: Full-time (37.5 hrs) or part-time (30 hrs) considered. Some occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary for which time off in lieu will be granted. Contract: permanent Closing date for applications: midday on Monday 15 December. Join this fantastic charity as a Community Fundraising Officer and help inspire, connect, and make a real impact. Are you passionate about making a difference and bringing people together for a great cause? We're the only national charity dedicated to supporting people living with dystonia - a neurological condition affecting around 100,000 people in the UK. We're looking for a Community Fundraising Officer to help us grow our fundraising and empower our incredible community. About the Role: This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and motivated fundraiser who loves building relationships, delivering events, and developing campaigns that make a real impact. You'll play a key role in growing our community fundraising activity and helping the charity reach more people than ever before. This is a dynamic and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll lead community fundraising and challenge events, inspire individuals and groups to raise funds, and create engaging campaigns that celebrate our supporters. From coordinating national events to crafting digital content and supporter toolkits, you'll play a vital part in turning one-time fundraisers into lifelong champions. Why Join Us? Flexible hybrid working (home and London office) 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme and wellbeing support A collaborative, friendly team where your ideas matter What You'll Do: Develop and deliver exciting community fundraising strategies and campaigns Manage challenge events and ensure every supporter has an outstanding experience Build strong relationships with fundraisers, volunteers, and local businesses Create inspiring digital content and resources to empower supporters Represent the charity at events and champion our mission across the UK What We're Looking For: Experience in relationship management and community engagement. Creative, organised, and confident communicator across all channels. Skilled at using social media to inspire and connect. Passionate about making a difference and eager to innovate. How to apply Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us create a better future for everyone living with dystonia. To apply, please send a copy of your CV in the first instance to Philippa at Charity People. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Alice if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you. At Charity People, we match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
About Us Harris Primary Academy Purley Way has been open since 2016 and is Ofsted rated Outstanding in all areas. At full capacity there will be 21 classes from Reception to Year 6. We opened with a Reception cohort and are growing by a year group at a time with currently over 570 pupils on roll from Reception to Year 6. The whole community strive for Harris Primary Academy Purley Way to be the best it can possibly be which is encapsulated by our vision statement: "Excellence for All". Summary Do you have experience with finance management in either a professional or school capacity? Our thriving academy is looking to appoint a dedicated and resourceful individual as Finance Officer to oversee financial duties across Harris Primary Academy Purley Way on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The actual salary for this role will be £26,804.88-£28,381.95 (40 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Creating purchase orders Obtaining authorisation for, coding and posting purchase invoices Checking of all deliveries to the Academy, liaising with site staff as to distribution of order Raising cheques / BACS for purchase invoices Making payments Journal entries on accounting system Cash / bank reconciliation and reports Collecting money from students for educational visits Reconciling the petty cash on a monthly basis Reconciliation of academy credit card Liaison with cost centre budget holders Maintenance of Fixed Asset Register Academy banking Assisting Finance Business Partner in monthly balance sheet reconciliations Dealing with incoming and outgoing finance post To administer finances in relation to peripatetic music tuition, music subsidies and Food Technology consumable costs Raising sales invoices for lettings Banking of cash and cheques Supporting the Academy in finding ways to raise capital funding Creating a business plan for lettings and liaising with the Executive Principal to action Supporting any Academy training events that may raise capital Giving financial support for any capital spend projects Finding ways in which the Academy can get better value for money, through better procurement or other innovative ideas Working with Federation Business Partner and Principal in agreeing priorities for expenditure and monitoring the effectiveness of spending and usage of resources to ensure value for money Ensuring all matters regarding Academy insurance are dealt with in line with Federation procedures Ensuring the academy's financial procedures operate in accordance with statutory guidelines, Academies financial regulations and guidelines set out in the academy's policies and procedures Providing statistical information as required by the DCSF, other funding providers and Principal Familiarity with all the different funding streams that make up the academy budget and be aware of who has direct responsibility for each one Supporting the process of and responding to audit reports and implementation of recommendation Reading and understanding the Academies Financial handbook and check the Academies compliance reporting any concerns to the Finance Business Partner and the Principal Overseeing all contracts, register at the Academy, ensuring all information is kept up to date Monitoring financial and quality issues relating to academy meals contract Managing payroll, liaising with EPM as required Working with Federation Estates Managers, Projects Team and procurement to check best value for money when the Academy is considering new contracts or services Working with FBP when contracts are due for renewal and ascertain value for money and quality of service are in line with expectations Communicating any concerns regarding contracts with suppliers as required Supporting in any tendering process Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to A level or equivalent Knowledge of school finance systems Knowledge of a variety of financial recording systems Knowledge of the budget setting process Understanding of the role and function of external audit At least three years' experience working in a finance department Experience of working within financial controls Experience of assisting with budget setting and budget management For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Dec 10, 2025
Full time
About Us Harris Primary Academy Purley Way has been open since 2016 and is Ofsted rated Outstanding in all areas. At full capacity there will be 21 classes from Reception to Year 6. We opened with a Reception cohort and are growing by a year group at a time with currently over 570 pupils on roll from Reception to Year 6. The whole community strive for Harris Primary Academy Purley Way to be the best it can possibly be which is encapsulated by our vision statement: "Excellence for All". Summary Do you have experience with finance management in either a professional or school capacity? Our thriving academy is looking to appoint a dedicated and resourceful individual as Finance Officer to oversee financial duties across Harris Primary Academy Purley Way on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The actual salary for this role will be £26,804.88-£28,381.95 (40 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Creating purchase orders Obtaining authorisation for, coding and posting purchase invoices Checking of all deliveries to the Academy, liaising with site staff as to distribution of order Raising cheques / BACS for purchase invoices Making payments Journal entries on accounting system Cash / bank reconciliation and reports Collecting money from students for educational visits Reconciling the petty cash on a monthly basis Reconciliation of academy credit card Liaison with cost centre budget holders Maintenance of Fixed Asset Register Academy banking Assisting Finance Business Partner in monthly balance sheet reconciliations Dealing with incoming and outgoing finance post To administer finances in relation to peripatetic music tuition, music subsidies and Food Technology consumable costs Raising sales invoices for lettings Banking of cash and cheques Supporting the Academy in finding ways to raise capital funding Creating a business plan for lettings and liaising with the Executive Principal to action Supporting any Academy training events that may raise capital Giving financial support for any capital spend projects Finding ways in which the Academy can get better value for money, through better procurement or other innovative ideas Working with Federation Business Partner and Principal in agreeing priorities for expenditure and monitoring the effectiveness of spending and usage of resources to ensure value for money Ensuring all matters regarding Academy insurance are dealt with in line with Federation procedures Ensuring the academy's financial procedures operate in accordance with statutory guidelines, Academies financial regulations and guidelines set out in the academy's policies and procedures Providing statistical information as required by the DCSF, other funding providers and Principal Familiarity with all the different funding streams that make up the academy budget and be aware of who has direct responsibility for each one Supporting the process of and responding to audit reports and implementation of recommendation Reading and understanding the Academies Financial handbook and check the Academies compliance reporting any concerns to the Finance Business Partner and the Principal Overseeing all contracts, register at the Academy, ensuring all information is kept up to date Monitoring financial and quality issues relating to academy meals contract Managing payroll, liaising with EPM as required Working with Federation Estates Managers, Projects Team and procurement to check best value for money when the Academy is considering new contracts or services Working with FBP when contracts are due for renewal and ascertain value for money and quality of service are in line with expectations Communicating any concerns regarding contracts with suppliers as required Supporting in any tendering process Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to A level or equivalent Knowledge of school finance systems Knowledge of a variety of financial recording systems Knowledge of the budget setting process Understanding of the role and function of external audit At least three years' experience working in a finance department Experience of working within financial controls Experience of assisting with budget setting and budget management For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Join Us as a Recruitment Officer at Brunel University! Temporary Contract - 7 Months Hillingdon, Greater London Are you passionate about education and eager to inspire the next generation of students? Brunel University is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Recruitment Officer to join our dynamic team! This temporary role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves engaging with people, parents, and educational institutions. What You'll Do: As a Recruitment Officer, you will have the exciting opportunity to: Organise and deliver engaging activities and school visits to promote Brunel to potential students and their families. Be prepared for out-of-hours and Saturday work! Support the scheduling of approximately 200 higher education promotional events across the UK, both virtual and in-person. Represent the University and manage prospectus distribution and accommodation bookings. Attend open days and applicant days, delivering captivating presentations to prospective students, parents, and teachers. Assist with campus tours and visit programmes for potential students and stakeholders, providing a warm and informative welcome. Become an expert on Brunel's courses, admissions, UCAS processes, and student finance, offering valuable advice to prospective students and their families. utilise data on applications, offers, and enrolments to enhance recruitment activities while maintaining accurate records. Support Clearing activities both on campus and in schools/colleges, ensuring a smooth transition for students. Record and oversee the work of Student Ambassadors, ensuring compliance and providing training support. Assist in the organisation of STEM activities to promote these vital subjects at various educational levels. Maintain the UK recruitment web pages and external partnerships to ensure our information is always current and engaging. Collaborate with the wider Recruitment team to make a significant impact in our community! Who You Are: A confident communicator who can engage with students, parents, and educators alike. organised and detail-oriented, with a passion for education and student recruitment. A team player who can also work independently and take initiative. Knowledgeable about higher education systems and passionate about promoting Brunel's offerings. Flexible and willing to work outside of regular hours when needed. Why Join Us? At Brunel, we're not just about education; we're about making a difference! You'll be part of a vibrant team dedicated to fostering the next generation of thinkers and innovators. What We Offer: A lively and supportive work environment. Opportunities to gain invaluable experience in student recruitment and outreach. The chance to develop your skills while making meaningful connections with students and schools. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're excited about engaging with students and promoting the incredible opportunities at Brunel University, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in shaping the educational journeys of future students. Apply today and help us inspire the next generation! Brunel University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Dec 10, 2025
Seasonal
Join Us as a Recruitment Officer at Brunel University! Temporary Contract - 7 Months Hillingdon, Greater London Are you passionate about education and eager to inspire the next generation of students? Brunel University is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Recruitment Officer to join our dynamic team! This temporary role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves engaging with people, parents, and educational institutions. What You'll Do: As a Recruitment Officer, you will have the exciting opportunity to: Organise and deliver engaging activities and school visits to promote Brunel to potential students and their families. Be prepared for out-of-hours and Saturday work! Support the scheduling of approximately 200 higher education promotional events across the UK, both virtual and in-person. Represent the University and manage prospectus distribution and accommodation bookings. Attend open days and applicant days, delivering captivating presentations to prospective students, parents, and teachers. Assist with campus tours and visit programmes for potential students and stakeholders, providing a warm and informative welcome. Become an expert on Brunel's courses, admissions, UCAS processes, and student finance, offering valuable advice to prospective students and their families. utilise data on applications, offers, and enrolments to enhance recruitment activities while maintaining accurate records. Support Clearing activities both on campus and in schools/colleges, ensuring a smooth transition for students. Record and oversee the work of Student Ambassadors, ensuring compliance and providing training support. Assist in the organisation of STEM activities to promote these vital subjects at various educational levels. Maintain the UK recruitment web pages and external partnerships to ensure our information is always current and engaging. Collaborate with the wider Recruitment team to make a significant impact in our community! Who You Are: A confident communicator who can engage with students, parents, and educators alike. organised and detail-oriented, with a passion for education and student recruitment. A team player who can also work independently and take initiative. Knowledgeable about higher education systems and passionate about promoting Brunel's offerings. Flexible and willing to work outside of regular hours when needed. Why Join Us? At Brunel, we're not just about education; we're about making a difference! You'll be part of a vibrant team dedicated to fostering the next generation of thinkers and innovators. What We Offer: A lively and supportive work environment. Opportunities to gain invaluable experience in student recruitment and outreach. The chance to develop your skills while making meaningful connections with students and schools. Ready to Make an Impact? If you're excited about engaging with students and promoting the incredible opportunities at Brunel University, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in shaping the educational journeys of future students. Apply today and help us inspire the next generation! Brunel University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.