Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. As an organisation we're not for profit, we reinvest our profits into our charitable work. Our impact is in key areas such as digital life, consumer rights, scams, data protection and unfair pricing. Our investigations go deep and our expert advice is completely impartial. Everything we do is about championing consumers. We'll always be on their side, fighting their corner and working to make them more powerful.
Let us tell you more about the role
You will be joining us as a Trustee to play a crucial role in our evolution. As we are a charity, our Trustees are responsible for ensuring the success of the organisation in fulfilling its purpose for the long term and overseeing delivery in our key impact areas. You will be a guardian of our organisational values, have the ability to steward the charity's resources effectively and to ensure the charity champions consumers effectively.
We are seeking a Trustee with Policy development and advocacy expertise, with a proven track record in translating problems into policy solutions, gained from experience in either government, regulators, charities or commercial industries. Using your experience, you will act as a critical friend to the executive team to
- consider our policy and influencing strategies, testing culture and values fit,
- scale of ambition,
- level of innovation and our methodologies.
You will support the executive team in raising the organisation' profile, building a strong network externally with our government and business audiences in particular.
As a Policy Trustee you will bring:
- An understanding of global and UK consumer policy, with a proven record in translating the questions posed into concrete policy solutions
- A proven track record of policy development, and raising the profile and reputation of an organisation through achieving meaningful impact. This can be gained from a range of industries from government, regulatory or charitable and/or commercial
- A strong network, able to leverage networks to support and position Which? as a consumer champion.
Let us tell you about our culture and how we work
As people we're brave, caring, rigorous and insightful in the way we connect with each other to make change happen.
Having an inclusive environment, that is values led is key for us, so that we can work better together, ensuring we have a connected, cross functional approach to accelerate opportunities to advance our key strategic priorities.
We are really excited to recruit and welcome a new team member to Which?. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand all UK consumers. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and we are particularly keen to hear from people who are from an ethnically diverse background or disabled people who are currently under represented on our Council. Everybody should be able to be part of our recruitment processes; therefore we will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.
If you would like to find out more about how you can lend your expertise to help us solve some of the biggest problems for consumers in the 21st century and beyond then we would love to hear from you!
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Finance & Administration Manager
Hours: 3 days/week (24 hours) ideally spread over 4 or 5 days
Contract: 1 year with the possibility of extension
Annual Leave: 4 weeks pro rata + statutory holidays
Location: Stonebridge, London Borough of Brent
Sufra NW London is a Community Food and Advice Hub that provides a lifeline to people in crisis – including families living in extreme poverty and people who are vulnerable, homeless or socially isolated. We provide them with the food and support they need to survive, empower them to learn new skills and improve their wellbeing, and help them to find work and become financially stable.
Role Description
We are recruiting a Finance and Administration Manager to help scale-up the charity’s financial and administrative infrastructure in line with the growth and development we have experienced in recent years. The postholder will work closely with the Director and the Senior Finance Advisor to prepare and manage budgets, monitor income/spending and prepare management accounts for the Board of Trustees. Among other responsibilities, they will line manage the Administrative Officer and oversee the charity’s digital infrastructure and HR systems.
We are seeking someone with at least 3 years’ charity finance experience who can take responsibility for ensuring financial procedures are maintained in line with the charity’s policies and can identify/make improvements to systems and processes, as necessary. This is a hands-on role in a grassroots charity where you will be working closely with the existing part-time Senior Finance Advisor (who works remotely) and members of the Management Team to re-shape how we manage all aspects of our financial administration.
The candidate will be a confident communicator and an organised self-starter. You will have experience managing staff and be capable of prioritising urgent tasks and working under pressure. The ideal candidate would be interested in taking on additional finance responsibilities as the charity continues to grow in the years ahead.
This is an immensely rewarding role working in a dynamic charity built on an ethos of sharing, hospitality and inclusivity. We are looking for an exceptionally committed individual who is willing to go the extra mile and has an adaptable and flexible attitude. Through your activities, you will be able to convey the charity’s passion and commitment to supporting vulnerable people and help the charity transform the lives of beneficiaries.
Flexible working hours/days are available to fit around childcare or other needs, including some home working.
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Flexible working arrangements of offer
This role offers a great opportunity to play a significant part in the exciting next stage of the development of The Petchey Academy, delivering an outstanding finance and business function to the academy as Head of Finance and Business.
The Petchey Academy is a standalone academy (with over 1000 students and a £10m annual budget) with a strong financial position. It is also worth noting that the Academy has gained several awards including ECM Gold, Inclusion Award and National Healthy School Status.
Working closely with the CEO and the Governing Body and attending both the Main Board and the sub-committee meetings, the postholder will work as a member of the Strategic Leadership Team which meets regularly to set the strategic direction of the Academy and plan, organise, monitor and evaluate its work. This is an important and broad role, leading a team of 4 and overseeing:
- Financial Management of the Academy
- Facilities Management, IT Support and Health & Safety
- Risk Management
Key requirements:
- Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Relevant leadership of teams, ideally overseeing wider than Finance
- A genuine passion for the education sector, ideally with professional experience of having worked for another academy or multiple academy trust
- A natural communicator with a strength in explaining financial complexities to a range of key stakeholders
- A strong strategist with a solution-based approach and credible at advising at Board level
Timings & process:
Please contact Michael Quest of Ivy Rock Partners directly for the candidate pack/informal discussion about the role. You will need to share your cv and a brief 1-page cover letter to apply.
- Application deadline: 7th October
- Interviews – Friday 16th & early week commencing 19th October
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Street League work with young people, progressing them into employment, education and training by engaging them through football, fitness, dance fitness and rugby. We specialise in helping our participants (16-24 years’ olds from disadvantaged areas) progress from our unique sport/fitness and education programmes into sustainable employment, education and training.
We are a growing organisation and currently operate across the UK in 14 regions, including Greater London, North West of England, West Midlands, Yorkshire and extensively across Scotland.
We are recruiting an HR Manager which will be located in North of England / Scotland Central Belt, but will work across the organisation. You will be responsible for providing a comprehensive, professional & efficient generalist HR support service across all Street League locations; including recruitment & retention, performance management, disciplinary & grievance, employee communications, training & development, employee relations/ legal, remuneration & benefits and employee engagement, in line with Street League’s people strategy and organisational values.
This multi-site operational role supports the achievement of Street League’s business objectives by coaching and supporting Managers and Team Leaders with their people management issues, delivering HR projects & initiatives and identifying and resolving key HR issues.
Street League will begin screening candidates prior to the closing date and an appointment could be made ahead of this date. Candidates are strongly advised to send their applications as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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About Us
The Natural History Museum is both a world-leading science research centre and the most visited natural history museum in Europe. With a vision of a future in which both people and the planet thrive, it is uniquely positioned to be a powerful champion for balancing humanity's needs with those of the natural world.
It is custodian of one of the world's most important scientific collections comprising over 80 million specimens. The scale of this collection enables researchers from all over the world to document how species have and continue to respond to environmental changes - which is vital in helping predict what might happen in the future and informing future policies and plans to help the planet.
We are at a pivotal moment in our history as we launch a new strategy setting out our role as the natural world faces increasing threats. Building on our world-leading collection, global reputation for science and as one of the world's leading visitor attractions, the NHM has ambitious plans leading up to the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Waterhouse Building in 2031, making this a truly exciting time to be part of the NHM team.
About the role
You will deliver Technology (Data, Digital, IT) projects in line with the Museum's ambitious digital strategy. Initially you will work on the delivery of the museum's Customer Relationship Management system roadmap, so experience in this area is highly desirable.
The role is not limited, and you will be assigned projects from a wide range of areas, e.g. Corporate and back-office systems (HR, Finance, Digital Workplace) and Commercial systems (Ticketing, Retail, Membership, Customer Relationship Management) giving you a chance to work across the varying departments of the museum and the chance to always learn something new.
Working in a varied and evolving role, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle management of technology software, including application implementations, system upgrades and continuous business improvement. Whilst this is a full-time post (36hr per week), we are willing to consider and support alternative working patterns or a part-time arrangement (accounting for pro-rata salary).
About you
We are looking for a strong leader who is able to take charge and work with people effectively at all levels across and outside of the Museum, using well-developed influencing and interpersonal skills. You are flexible and are able to display initiative to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances. Experience with or exposure to CRM Dynamics will be advantageous but not essential.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 12 October 2020
Interviews will be expected on the 22 and 23 October
Diversity and Inclusion
We welcome applications from everyone - diversity, inclusion and the feeling of belonging matters to us. By attracting people to work for us from a broad range of diverse backgrounds we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. We offer a stimulating and professional environment in which to work. This is a remarkable place we look for staff who can work according to our values - we champion diversity, encourage creativity, we are connected, and we value evidence.
What we offer
- 27.5 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (full time equivalent)
- Generous defined contribution Natural History Museum Pension Scheme (employer contribution up to 10%)
- Free admission to our exhibitions and many other paid exhibitions at museums, galleries and institutions across the country, such as the British Museum, V&A, National Gallery, Royal Academy and Tate
- Affordable membership to the Civil Service Sports Council which offers a range of benefits including a free digital Tastecard, discounted cinema tickets and corporate membership of English Heritage sites (including Dover Castle and Stonehenge). For more details, visit
- Membership to our Sports and Social Association (for a small fee), which includes access to our in-house gym and clubs such as football, softball, table tennis and tennis and classes in Middle Eastern dance, yoga and Tai Chi
- Staff discounts at a range of local businesses and services
- Up to 50% staff discount at our shops and cafes
- Season ticket, bicycle and rental loans
- Eye care vouchers
- Professional development opportunities - We are committed to the professional development of our staff and offer a range of courses to ensure they reach their potential. We also sponsor professional qualifications and job-related professional membership fees.
How to apply
To apply, please visit the museum's careers page upload your CV with a covering letter, which clearly outlines how you meet our person specification.
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The Church of England in The Diocese of Durham
We are looking for a dynamic leader to help us deliver our vision
We want to see God at work through the growth of His church, and to bless our communities, in particular their most vulnerable members.
Working closely with our Bishop and his Senior Team, you will be responsible for the effective operation and governance of the Diocese.
If you have the excellent financial, administration and people management skills we need to deliver our vision we would like to hear from you.
The Diocese is committed to seeing God at work through the growth of His church, blessing all of the communities contained within it.
The role of the Diocesan Secretary, as Chief Operating Officer, is to ensure that the mission, financial sustainability and the strategy of the Diocese, as determined by the Bishop with their staff, Bishop’s Council and Diocesan Synod are served by exemplary financial management, excellent administration and people management with effective governance.
The main formal areas of responsibility are:
- To be pro-active in the development and successful implementation of Diocesan policy and strategy.
- To be a member of the Bishop’s Leadership Team.
- To have accountability for financial strategy and planning.
- To effectively manage the Diocesan Central Administrative team.
- To oversee the Governance activities of the Diocese including being Secretary of the Diocesan Synod and Company Secretary for the Diocesan Board of Finance (DDBF) and related bodies.
- To represent the Diocese with key stakeholders.
For an informal conversation with the Vice-Chair of the Board of Finance, please make contact via Jo Dowsett in the Bishop of Durham's office.
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