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We have an exciting opportunity for an established and highly motivated Director of Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team, and who will be responsible for providing financial leadership, control and planning for the organisation.

Victim Support is the leading charity in England and Wales that supports people affected by crime and traumatic incidents. We provide personalised support to help people manage after crime and feel safer through a combination of dedicated specialist services as well as on-line support. We also ensure victims know their rights and we campaign to make them stronger.

Each year we offer information and support to almost 800,000 people and 153,000 received tailored support from our dedicated, skilled support workers and volunteers, Independent Domestic Abuse advisors and Independent Sexual Violence advisors. We are a truly independent organisation that delivers our services both through local teams embedded in the communities in which they live and work, as well as nationally through services such as the National Homicide Service, our 24/7 Support line, our live chat service and our on-line self-help platform, My Support Space.

This year we celebrate our 50th anniversary. As we look ahead to the future, we will continue to deliver the highest quality services to those that need them. We will give victims a voice and a platform to create change and reform in a deeply broken criminal justice system. We will listen, adapt and improve, giving victims options and flexibility in how they access our support, reflecting the changing ways we all live our lives.

In order to achieve our vision we need a highly capable Director of Finance to build and improve on our high-performing finance function and to drive forward operational excellence.

Reporting directly into the CEO, you will be responsible for developing and implementing our financial strategy, long-term financial planning, and developing commercial strategies to maximise income and operating contribution. You will also have responsibility of cash management, risk management and governance. You will be the Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO) for the organisation and will lead on Property and Procurement.

This is a varied and exciting role which will provide you with the opportunity of leading a well-established team of professionals, reporting on the financial performance of the organisation together with providing analysis, advice and support to facilitate decision making to deliver sound financial management.

You will be a qualified accountant, and will need to demonstrate:

· Proven experience in a leadership role;

· Experience at Board level and ability to work in collaboration with Trustees and colleagues;

· Understanding and experience of strategic risk management, finance audit and internal controls

You will be a confident, energetic and engaging individual with an enquiring mind and passion for excellence and innovation in pursuit of sustainable growth and excellent service delivery. You will have excellent communication skills and confidence to operate at the highest levels. A commitment to Victim Support’s purpose, vision, values and ethos is essential. This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who wants to make a difference. 

If you believe you have the skills and qualities to provide the exceptional leadership we are seeking, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

We are strongly committed to increasing the diversity of our organisation and welcome applications from all sectors and backgrounds.

Recruitment timetable:

Application deadline: Sunday  13th October

Shortlisting: approx. Wednesday 16th October

First stage interviews:                    w/c 21st October

Second stage interviews:               2/c 4th November

To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement via the link by Sunday 13th October

 For an informal conversation about the role please contact our exclusive recruitment partner, Rosemary Pini of Allen Lane via the agency website.

A specialist Arts University based in central London is seeking an IT Support Manager for a full-time permanent role. The organisation is a prestigious arts focused University with around 600 students. They have two sites – one being the main teaching campus near Kings Cross, the other an art gallery with some teaching capacity, on the Strand.

The role is paying a starting salary of £50,942 per annum plus an excellent package including a leading pension and 36 days annual leave. The role will be based onsite predominantly at the Kings Cross site – working from home 1 day per week may be considered.

Reporting to the Head of Information Services, Systems & Technology (ISS&T)  and working in a small IT team of around 5 people, this role line manages 1 IT Support Officer and takes the lead on the service delivery aspects of the IT team. This covers frontline user support and managing the daily operations of the IT function. The organisation predominantly deploy Windows devices, but they have an increasing number of MACs so experience of supporting IOS would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will come from an IT Support/Manager background, should have experience managing small teams, and should have a strong user focus and service delivery background. Experience from within the Higher Education, Arts, Charity, or Membership sector would be advantageous for the role. The role will also involve the development of a new asset management tool and leading on a telephony focused project.

The post holder will:

-Manage the Service Desk for both sites and the relationship with the 3rd party providers 
-Monitor and report on existing service to assist in developing the IT & AV Support Service 
-Provide professional and technical leadership and operational management to the IT Helpdesk team with a dotted line to the AV Support team
-Implement service standards and develop common systems and processes based on industry best practice.
-Ensure that the IT & AV Support Service is efficient, effective and can adapt to changing circumstances. 
-Work alongside the Project Manager and IT Operations Manager in the delivery of IT projects 
-Provide technical, project and administrative support to the Head of ISS&T 
-Maintain and administer Active Directory and Entra user and service accounts 
-Maintain licensing for all software products and subscriptions 
-Support the Head of ISS&T with the purchase and invoicing of hardware, software a consumables 
-Manage and maintain IT asset information 
-Ensure documentation and alerts are publicised and maintained on the IT Services Hub 
-Manage increased IT service delivery required to support new and existing students during Welcome Week and the beginning of each new academic year

Candidate requirements:

-Degree level qualification and ITIL qualifications desirable 
-Recent proven experience of leading and developing an effective IT Support team and helpdesk service in a complex environment. Including setting targets, identifying training needs and delivering development plans
-Good technical knowledge of various hardware and software technologies including Windows, desktop PCs, laptops, mobile devices, printers, MFDs, Microsoft OS, Mac OS, Microsoft Active Directory, M365, and Adobe.
-Recent experience in a Service Delivery role with experience of managing, allocating and monitoring IT support tickets, setting KPIs to improve service delivery, managing underperforming teams and suppliers, setting up new services such as staff onboarding, asset management, procurement etc & managing 3rd party suppliers
-Experience or an interest in the higher education, arts or charity sector advantageous

Closing date and interviews: ASAP/rolling.

Please note this is a replacement hire for somebody leaving in November.
Please send your CV for further consideration.

Goodman Masson are working with a large and well renowned charity to recruit for a Management Accountant.

The role will be providing key management accounting and business partnering support to various front and back office teams, including fundraising, HR and governance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant with management accounting experience, to develop their business partnering skills within a large and complex charity that work across a number of different areas.

Day to day duties include:

• Assist in providing support to key budget holders
• Support in preparing and presenting management accounts and other data to relevant budget holders
• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets for assigned areas
• Monitor actual performance against budget, forecast for the year
• Provide advice and training to budget holders on financial matters
• Preparation and input of journal adjustments and month end accruals and prepayments

Essentials:

• CCAB qualified Accountant/finalist level
• Strong experience across management accounts, budgeting, forecasting
• Excellent stakeholder management skills

Deadline for applications is Thursday 26th September, therefore please apply ASAP to ensure your details are considered.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven fundraiser to join Kew’s successful Development team. Through maximising income from trusts and foundations and achieving Kew’s fundraising targets, the Trusts and Foundations Manager will enable Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew to realise its goal to help end the extinction crisis and contribute to a world where nature is protected, valued by all, and managed sustainably.

This is a fantastic opportunity to actively participate in the implementation of the Trusts and Foundations strategy, helping to maintain and grow our income. The postholder will produce high-quality proposals, effectively steward existing donors, and establish and develop relationships with new funders to Kew. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across Development and Kew to deliver a world class fundraising function. This is an especially exciting time to join Kew’s fundraising team as we have recently begun the silent phase of a major comprehensive fundraising campaign which will build upon the Breathing Planet Campaign which raised £102.4m.

About You

An excellent writer with the ability to develop persuasive proposals, you will be responsible for making funding applications to trusts and foundations and providing funding impact reports as required. You will be an experienced fundraiser with a strong understanding of effective trust fundraising techniques, sound analytical skills and a meticulous eye for detail with experience of achieving financial targets. You will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong and effective relationships with funders and colleagues. You will be a strong communicator and creative thinker with the ability to work calmly under pressure and synthesise complex information to inspire a variety of audiences.

Whilst primarily based at Kew, there is the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements. 

Interviews are due to take place on 16/17 October.

About Us

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi!

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

We are dedicated to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

No agencies please.

I am thrilled to be working with The Anne Frank Trust who are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Philanthropy Officer to join their team and help advance their mission of empowering young people to challenge all forms of discrimination.

Philanthropy Officer

Salary: £30,500 FTE per year (including London weighting)
Location: Hybrid / London office (located in Kentish Town)
Permanent
Full-time: (37.5 hours per week), with occasional evening/ weekend activities.
Hybrid working: 2 days in the office per week
Some travel required

Do you have a burning passion for making a positive impact in the world? Do you believe in the transformative power of education in combating prejudice and discrimination?

About the Charity
At the Anne Frank Trust, they are singularly focused on educating young people to develop positive attitudes towards their diverse peers. By sharing the inspiring story of Anne Frank, they motivate young people to become peer educators and champions for equality, impacting over 100,000 pupils annually.

The Anne Frank Trust was founded by members of the Jewish community and comprises a diverse team that extends its reach to all communities, aiming to challenge prejudice in every form. Their programs have yielded remarkably successful outcomes, with 87.6% of participants reporting more positive attitudes towards at least one other group of people different from themselves.

The Role
In this role, no day is the same. You will be involved in various exciting projects and campaigns to mark upcoming milestones. As the Research and Philanthropy Officer, your responsibilities will include managing a portfolio of funders, developing high-quality funding proposals, reports, and thank-you communications. Collaboration with the Philanthropy Manager and the wider team to achieve fundraising goals will also be vital.

What We're Looking For
We are seeking individuals with proven success in writing grant applications and conducting desk-based research, along with exceptional writing, research, and organisational skills. Self-motivation, enthusiasm, and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential, as well as a passion for fundraising and the work of the Anne Frank Trust.

As part of our EDI commitment, we do need all candidates to be comfortable with the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism with all its examples.

Please refer to the Holocaust Remembrance resource and the working definition of anti-semitism and ensure you read this before proceeding to apply.

 The application process is CV and Supporting Statement. In the first instance, please send your updated CV to Katharine at Charity People for more information or contact Katharine for an informal confidential chat about the role and to hear more about the next steps. As this role has been live before we are operating on a rolling basis so do get in touch asap as the role may close early.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. 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.

We are looking for a Regional Appeal Manager to join an inspiring social welfare charity to coordinate local supporters, partners, and volunteers, building relationships to maximise fundraising potential.

Covering the South East your main role is to achieve income, expenditure, and contribution targets, ensuring the success of the appeal. Relationship management plays a crucial role, where youll oversee a portfolio of regional corporate partnerships.

A distinctive aspect of this role lies in the unique Poppy Appeal activity. You will be responsible for recruiting and inducting new Poppy Appeal Organisers, ensuring they have the tools and resources for success.

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This is a hybrid role.

The Charity
A long standing national charity, dedicated to providing life long support from advice services to rehabilitation. They have a staff of c1,500 people securing over 150m last year.
You would be joining a highly respected organisation, known for its supportive and inclusive working culture, offering fantastic benefits including 28 days paid holiday per year (plus bank holidays), contributory pension scheme -employer contribution up to max of 10% and an employee assistance programme as well as much more!

The Role
Manage an agreed number of relationships across your area, ensuring that your supporters have the tools, resources, and support necessary to maximise their fundraising activity.
Develop and support a portfolio of regional corporate partnerships.
Recruit and induct new Poppy Appeal Organisers (PAO).

The Candidate:

Experience of fundraising, sales and/or customer service environment. 
Experience of creating and managing great supporter relationships with volunteers to deliver agreed objectives and income targets 
Take ownership of planning income/expenditure budget and responsible for supplying monthly commentary to manager.. 

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Your New Company

Join a renowned UK charity dedicated to supporting various causes, including providing services for those experiencing homelessness. Primarily funded by individual donors, the organisation runs a number of fundraising campaigns throughout the year. With an annual income of nearly £300 million and a finance team of around 120 staff, this charity is a significant player in the sector.

Your New Role

As a Management Accountant, you will support the fundraising team, including team leaders, managers, and the Director, with budgeting and forecasting. Your key responsibilities will include providing financial analysis, budget support, and financial planning. You will prepare management accounts, conduct variance analysis, and assist with the annual budget process. Additionally, you will monitor actual performance against budget, forecast for the year, and prepare journal adjustments, month-end accruals, and prepayments.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Significant experience in Management Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in the month-end process.
• Experience in preparing and posting journal entries (standard journals, accruals).
• Strong ability to communicate with and present information to senior management and provide advice to non-financial budget holders.
• Ideally, you are a qualified accountant or very close to qualification.

What You'll Get in Return

• A central London location, close to a major station in South East London.
• Hybrid working with two days in the office.
• A flexible employer with a 35-hour working week, valuing and respecting work-life balance.
• Competitive pension contributions, with employees auto-enrolled and able to contribute up to 6%, matched by a maximum employer contribution of 12%.
• On-site café with discounts.
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.

What You Need to Do Now

Apply now to be considered for this opportunity. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

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Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with an established non-profit organisation that focuses on supporting the Muslim donor community direct their charitable funds as well as work closely with charities looking to grow and create higher impact within the Islamic space. The organisation has a team of dedicated team members who research, define and incubate innovative community development projects as well as bring on new projects which could be of interest to the donors. Due to growth, an exciting opportunity exists for a Managing Director to join the team to help develop the product further as well as manage the growth of the funds. As Managing Director, you will provide strategic leadership for the charity’s Donor Advised Fund in the UK, driving its growth, ensuring operational excellence. This is a permanent full-time/part-time (min 3 days) role, home based within the UK with travel to Bradford at least one day a week.

Who are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will have excellent relationship management skills and be comfortable articulating the vision and mission of the charity to prospective donors (high net worths, business owners and leaders). You will have gravitas and be able to represent the charity at functions, networking events and be comfortable presenting. A passion and understanding of the charity sector and  in particular, the Islamic landscape will be an advantage.  Internally , you will be creative and have experience of developing and refining business and customer experience. Your strong leadership skills will allow you to drive projects forward and inspire the team you will oversee. Experience in budgeting, fundraising and investment oversight as well as knowledge of UK charity laws and regulations will be an advantage.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.

The Forward Trust empowers people to break the cycles of addiction or crime to move forward with their lives. I am delighted to be partnered with this amazing charity in their search for an experienced Talent Acquisition Lead.

If you are experienced in Talent Acquisition within the Charity Sector then this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

This is a newly created hybrid role reporting to the HR Business Partner. The role will include, but not limited to the following

• Support the development and execution of The Forward Trust’s Talent Acquisition Strategy.

• Address resource and retention needs across the entire organization, providing practical and innovative solutions.

• Empower hiring managers to successfully fill positions, with a focus on addressing challenging areas of the business.

• Collaborate with the HR team and broader organisation to promote The Forward Trust as an employer of choice, both internally and externally.

• Work closely with teams to ensure excellent service delivery during challenging periods.

• Oversee the professional development of one team member (Talent Acquisition Administrator), fostering internal growth and talent development.

• The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in recruitment and talent acquisition, with expertise in managing campaigns that attract diverse candidates.

• You must be resilient, patient, and a dedicated team player with a confident and positive outlook.

• You will be able to and prepared to travel to Kent, Wales and York.

Closing date is Wednesday 16th October, so get in touch before then to find out more!

This position is available immediately.  We will review applications as we receive them.

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants.

The Talent Set are thrilled to be partnering with a fantastic human rights organisation who are seeking a their new Senior Income & Engagement Officer. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping the individual giving programme, focusing on engagement, retention, and acquisition of supporters who share their commitment to social justice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to strengthen relationships with individual donors, enhancing supporter journeys and creating compelling fundraising campaigns.
• Collaborate with the communications team to craft and deliver personalised and inspiring donor communications across multiple platforms.
• Use data insights to monitor and report on campaign performance, continuously optimising approaches for improved donor engagement and fundraising outcomes.
• Contribute to the growth of individual giving by identifying innovative ways to engage new supporters and cultivate lasting relationships.

Person Specification:

• An experienced fundraiser with a track record of managing individual giving programmes and increasing supporter retention.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, able to convey complex messages in a way that resonates with diverse audiences.
• Confident with data-driven decision-making, you are comfortable using CRM systems to track performance and drive improvements.
• Passionate about social justice, you bring creativity, energy, and a proactive attitude to your work.

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.

We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Prospectus are delighted to be working with Anti-Slavery International to help them recruit for a new Philanthropy Manager (Major Gifts & Foundations) to join their team.  Anti-Slavery International, founded in 1839, is an international non-governmental organisation, registered charity and advocacy group. It is the world's oldest international human rights organisation and works exclusively against slavery and related abuses. They believe that modern slavery is a contemporary issue of the highest importance, and they are determined to work with others to ensure that the estimated 40 million people across the world live their lives free from slavery for good.

This role is offered on a flexible full-time permanent basis paying between £ £40,777 to 44,011 per annum with flexible working arrangements at their London office.

The post holder will join the Fundraising and Communications team building on a period of exponential growth in foundations and major gifts of over five-fold in five years. They will be responsible for developing and managing Anti-Slavery International’s individual major giving (gifts of £5,000+) and to lead and develop Anti-Slavery International’s trusts and major donor fundraising programme.  They will be responsible for the success of the overall major gifts and foundations strategy to engage, retain and inspire their loyal supporters and partners in addition to attracting new, long term, multi-year funders.

They are looking for someone with a demonstrable track record of securing five or six-figure+ multi-year restricted and unrestricted funding from high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and foundations. They are looking for a candidate with demonstratable experience of building strong internal relationships and comfortable working alongside and directing senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate will share their vision to help end slavery and have the experience of working within an international development/human rights organisation.

We are reviewing applications on a continuous basis so please do apply now and we'll be in touch!

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with England’s largest social work charity that aims to create social change for children who do not have a safe or stable home by developing excellent social work practise, leadership and innovation. Due to growth , a new post has been created for an Assistant Accountant to join the team. As Assistant Accountant, you will be responsible for proactively supporting the Finance Manager in the effective management of the charity’s finance function. You will work on a variety of accounting areas including management accounts. The organisation offers some great benefits including study support. This is a permanent, full-time role with flexible working options considered, however travel to their central London office is expected once a week.

Who are we looking for?

Ideally, candidates will have 2 years’ experience in Management Accounting or a Financial Accounting role. You will possess advanced Microsoft Office skills (especially Excel) and the ability to use IT to ensure personal effectiveness is essential for this role. Having a part accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and experience of using Xero accounting package would be an advantage although not essential. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail and be able to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial managers. Experience of a similar role within the charity sector would also be a bonus however it is not essential for the role.

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working in partnership with a charity that is a team of pioneers, sickened by the impact of modern slavery on men, women and children all over the world – and determined to bring an end to exploitation once and for all. They are looking for a brand new role – a Philanthropy Lead

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Location: 2 days a week in London

Benefits: Birthday day off, 27 days Annual Leave, Private health insurance, Pension

Deadline: 4^th October – CV and Statement needed.

What does this role entail?

• To build partnerships and accelerate the growth of income from major donors. This is a crucial role to support the charity’s 10 year strategy.
• The successful candidate will cultivate and strengthen relationships with existing investors, as well as identifying and engaging HNWIs and philanthropic foundations (at the five and six figure level) to secure funding.
• The successful candidate will work with the team to help unlock the full potential of the philanthropy programme and raise the profile of the charity externally.

What makes this role stand out?

• Working with a Head of Fundraising that has been there for 7 years and has seen the fundraising income grow from £500,000 - £4.5million.
• Inheriting a £1million portfolio of warm and engaged donors.
• Joining an organisation that is pioneering and created innovative solutions, which makes huge impact across the world.
• Highly engaged Ambassador groups
• Their impact measurement is sector leading.

Ideal candidate?

• Substantial experience of major donor fundraising, with a proven track record of securing five and six-figure donations.
• Someone who is innovative and has gravitas. Wants to be part of a team, but wants to think creatively about major donor fundraising.
• Experience in identifying prospective major donors, and bringing in new business opportunities.

To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and person specification, please email Hannah at Harris Hill on or call her on 02078207331.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome 

Goodman Masson have partnered with Elim Housing Association to recruit for their Director of Resources position, where you'll play a crucial role in driving their business plan and ensuring financial success.

Elim Housing is on the lookout for an experienced leader who has excelled in senior-level finance roles within the housing association sector for at least five years. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant, and a management qualification would be a bonus! In this pivotal role, you'll oversee finance and IT as well as Risk and Audit, serve as the company secretary, and play a key role as a full member of the strategic leadership team. You'll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of the entire organisation, including their commercial subsidiary, Lime Property Ventures.

Salary: £90,000

Location: Bristol

Onsite-Requirements: Hybrid working

Key Skills as a Director of Resources:

• Strong experience in leading financial strategies, treasury management, budgeting, and value-for-money processes.
• Strong accountancy knowledge with a recognised accounting qualification
• Demonstrated leadership in managing and upskilling finance teams whilst driving high performance.
• Excellent knowledge of regulatory, statutory, and financial reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to manage risk, contracts, and internal controls to ensure compliance.
• Strong communication skills to represent the organisation to customers, stakeholders, and staff.
• Previous experience contributing to and influencing business strategy at a senior level.
• Experience in managing audits from start to finish

Key Responsibilities for a Director of Resources

• Overseeing all financial reporting
• Responsible for the Finance, IT, Risk and Audit
• Acting as Deputy for CEO
• Signing off any new development plans
• Leading budget process and drafting budgets

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.