A large Charity in Central London is looking for a Junior Accounts Receivable Assistant to join the team immediately to support of the team to ensure timely and accurate processing of accounts receivable transactions by gathering payment information and contacting customers with outstanding invoices.

Client Details

A large UK Wide Charity, with their HQ in Central London

Description

· Accounting for income for Corps, and Social Trust

· Follow-up on all outstanding Remittance advices and Schedules

· Ensure that all unallocated items are being followed up and escalated

· Liaise with stakeholders such as funders and internal staff to ensure queries related to unallocated payments or unpaid invoices are resolved

· Ensure all Account Receivable filings are done correctly for audit purposes

· To ensure compliance with Salvation Army policies and procedures

· Support line managers with ad hoc requests,

· Performs other duties and responsibilities as and when required to support the finance team as a whole

Profile

Excellent interpersonal and team working skills combined with an ability to communicate professionally both verbal and in writing

Able to work under pressure Experience prioritising tasks

Able to work efficiently from home (3 days per week)

Owns own windows laptop (not Chromebook or Apple) (PC available at THQ)

Ok to use their own equipment (ie laptop/phone) when WFH

Job Offer

£13-14ph

Working in a high-performing, ambitious but supportive team, this Senior Account Manager will lead on the charity’s flagship partnership and manage a small team of fundraisers. The partnership is multi-faceted, and this post will be the strategic lead and lead on the vast commercial offerings and products that come as part of the partnership. The SAM will also manage a Corporate Partnerships Manager, who looks after the day to day employee engagement; and a Corporate Partnerships Coordinator, who is an assistant for the whole corporate partnerships team.

The partnership will hit £10m next year and has been completely transformational for the charity. This type of role does not come up often; please get in touch or click ‘apply’ to find out more.

Key responsibilities:

• development and continual refreshing of a £10m
• 7-yr partnership with big retail brand
• strategic oversight of flagship partnership
• development of a suite of commercial products for the partner and its suppliers
• management of a team of corporate fundraisers, allowing them to grow and develop in their roles

This role would suit someone who:

• wants to use their corporate account management experience to now manage a 7-figure flagship partner
• is keen to refresh and revitalise a partnership, always looking for new ideas, rather than stick to the status quo
• has management experience or transferable skills
• is tenacious and resilient; a strong negotiator; has excellent pitch and presentation skills

Are you passionate about communication and organisation, working within the faith-based charity sector?

The role supports the Deputy General Secretary for Discipleship, responsible for a team of staff, co-ordinating their work with that of the Church’s main councils and with the needs of its congregations and people.

You will have a vital role in seeing that the Deputy General Secretary is properly supported in this busy schedule, acting as an administrative anchor, balancing a range of responsibilities confidentially and carefully. You will be part of a diverse team and your reliability as a team player will be key in enabling the Deputy General Secretary to manage this work.

You will be a highly organised, experienced PA with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will have the ability to multi-task and work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. Being proactive and the ability to work without constant supervision is essential. Experience of using IT to manage projects and events would be a distinct advantage.

We can offer you a flexible and friendly work environment; hybrid working from Church House in London and from home.

If you are interested in working for us and can meet the above requirements, please contact us/see our website for an application form (noting that we do not accept CVs).

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 15 November 2021

Interview date: Tuesday 7 December 2021

Who we are

REDRESS is an international human rights organisation based in London and The Hague that pursues legal claims on behalf of survivors of torture in the UK and around the world to obtain justice and reparation for violations against their human rights. We empower survivors to access justice through human rights cases against governments, civil cases against individuals, and cases where we advocate for law enforcement bodies to prosecute perpetrators under the principle of universal jurisdiction. Our approach is strategic, so that as well as representing an individual we target the policy reasons that enabled the torture to take place, by building a campaign that uses advocacy, community engagement, and communications to influence change. Our 2025 Strategy identifies torture related to dissent and discriminatory torture as our two thematic priorities. We also support the anti-torture movement through our solidarity programme.

The Finance Team

The finance team provides operational support for the activities of REDRESS, including management of project related finance, and the core finances of the charity.

Position Profile

REDRESS is recruiting a Finance Assistant to support our finance operations.

The Role

Based in London, the Finance Assistant will work primarily on maintaining the financial records of projects. You will work with the finance team, project staff and international partners on ensuring the finances of the project meet with Redress and donor financial requirements. You will also support the general financial administration of the organization.

Responsibilities

The position will contribute to the work of REDRESS as follows: 

· Respond to payment requests using national and international bank transfers as appropriate. 

· Assist in the preparation of interim and final multi-currency financial reports to funders. 

· Support and monitor international partner organizations by reviewing their reporting and checking transactions. 

· Provide regular insight into project fund balances. 

· Maintain cashflow management controls. 

· Day-to-day book-keeping using QuickBooks Online, including transaction processing and reconciliation of accounts. 

· Process expenses claims and expenditure requests.

· Assist the Head of Finance in preparing the statutory accounts. 

The position is also expected to carry out such further duties as may reasonably be required from time to time by REDRESS.

Personal Specification

This is an entry level position, and so we will consider candidates at the beginning of their career, with some relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have the following skills. 

Essential Competencies

The successful candidate will need to have the following competencies:

· A university degree relevant to the role or a qualification in finance or at least two years’ relevant experience.

· Relevant experience such as internships, volunteer roles, work experience, educational work placements, or other practical experience.

· Demonstrated experience working with an accounting database.

· Fluency in written and oral English. 

Desirable Competencies

A strong candidate will also have other desirable competencies:

· At least two years relevant work experience. 

· A qualification in accounting or finance. 

· Demonstrated proficiency in Excel and accounting database programmes. 

· Fluency in a language other than English, in particular French, Arabic or Spanish. 

Personal Attributes

To work for Redress, the candidate should have the following personal attributes: 

· Happy to work collaboratively as part of a small and energetic team with a wide range of personalities. 

· Highly efficient and organised, with an ability to multi-task, show initiative, solve problems, and take a hands-on role when necessary.

· Able to think and work strategically, creatively, and under pressure.

· Able to understand and support the aims, objectives and values of REDRESS and reflect them in all aspects of work. 

· Able to work with victims of human rights abuse with a range of specific needs. 

Terms

Reporting. The position reports to the Head of Finance.

Hours. This is a full-time position at 35 hours a week. Evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. REDRESS has a flexible working policy that allows for some working from home. 

Location. The position is based at the REDRESS office in London. REDRESS has a flexible working policy which allows some working from home.

Salary. This is an entry level ‘assistant’ position, with a salary range starting at £26,390.

Duration. The contract is for an initial fixed-term of 12 months, but is expected to be extended, subject to funding.

Start date. Ideally the position would start in December 2021.

Probation. There is a six-month probationary period. 

Pension. REDRESS offers a pension contribution of 10% of salary.

Holiday.  There are 25 days of holiday per year, in addition to UK public holidays. The office is also closed between Christmas and New Year.

Status. The candidate must have the right to live and work in the UK.

First round Interviews will take place on Wednesday 27 October.

Final round interview will take place on Friday 29 October.

In line with our Equality Policy, we particularly welcome applications from candidates from ethnic minorities who are currently under-represented at REDRESS.

How to Apply: Please upload a cover letter of no more than one page explaining (a) why you would like to work for REDRESSS, and (b) how you fulfil the personal specification for the role, together with a Curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two references (these will only be approached in final stage of the process).

Please also complete and submit the Diversity Monitoring Form (which is anonymous).

Deadline: Thursday 21 October 2021

About the role:

An organisation devoted to achieving a safer climate for all are growing rapidly and seeking a Finance Assistant to carry out management and financial accounting tasks and bookkeeping. This is a great opportunity to work with an impactful organisation in their bid to translate climate politics and policies into action! This is a hybrid working opportunity, based in the office in Southwark and working from home.

Key responsibilities include:

• Purchase ledger including invoice entry and payment of suppliers
• Sales ledger including invoice preparation and chasing payment
• Bank reconciliations and control account reconciliations
• Review, entry, and payment of staff expenses
• Monthly journal entry
• Maintaining and Reconciling Financial data across their Programme Management systems.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a part qualified accountant or qualified to this level by experience
• Have at least 2 years' experience within a similar role
• Be passionate about the cause, some Not-for-profit sector experience is desirable
• Have strong excel skills and experience in using accounting systems such as QuickBooks
• Be reliable and committed with the ability to work efficiently both at home and in the office

About the role:

An exciting, new role bringing you the opportunity to join an organisation that strives to achieve clean energy and sustainable land use by identifying failures and reinventing the current systems in place around us. The organisation is seeking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to join their Finance Team during an exciting period full of impactful change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing month end and year end financial and management reporting including month end close journals, like payroll, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations
• Supporting the Financial Controller with the budgeting and forecasting activities for the company
• Ensuring accounts are delivered accurately and on time
• Preparing for year-end including reporting, enacting corrections and postings, reviewing financial systems, whilst working with the International FC

The successful candidate will have:

• Two or more years' experience working as an Assistant Accountant or an Assistant Management Accountant (or similar role), with experience of management accounts including month end journals and reconciliations
• Be a newly qualified accountant, or finalist studying accounting exams
• Experience of using accounting software and advanced Excel skills
• A passion for the cause and a desire to make a difference

Finance Assistant

We’re looking for a Finance Assistant to help achieve our vision of London alive with nature, where everyone can experience and enjoy wildlife. London Wildlife Trust (LWT) is a charity with 60 staff and a turnover of around £4m a year; it includes the trading subsidiary London Wildlife Limited (LWL).

Working with our Head of Finance and our senior finance officer, you’ll be a vital part of the team and will be responsible for aspects of both accounts receivable and accounts payable for both LWT and LWL: invoicing customers and associated credit control, banking, maintaining suppliers, checking and processing purchase orders, invoices, and helping employees to use the system correctly and efficiently.

The role offers scope for learning and development in financial management, particularly charity finances.
 

Our ideal Finance Assistant

• Some experience at a similar level (paid or voluntary), or a finance/accounting qualification

• Experience of using finance software packages

• Ability to consistently deliver accurate work in a timely manner, maintaining a professional approach at all times

• Excellent attention to accuracy and detail, with strong competency in ICT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel

(Please see job description for full person specification)

What’s in it for you?

Salary: £22,641

Tenure: Permanent, full time

• 25 days annual leave pro rata plus statutory holidays
• Access to a free Employee Assistance Scheme to support you inside and outside of work
• Supportive and inclusive policies including a family-friendly policy and enhanced flexible working policy
• ‘Staff Day’ once a quarter where you can get involved in conversation work on one of our sites

Closing Date: 25th October at 9am

Interview Dates: Likely to be held 11th October

Does this sound like you? We’d love to hear from you!

Our vision is a London alive with nature, where everyone can experience and enjoy wildlife. In order to achieve our goal of engaging everyone in protecting London’s wildlife for the future, we know that our staff team needs to better reflect and represent all of London’s communities. Therefore we particularly welcome applicants who identify as being from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background, and disabled people, as these groups are currently under-represented at London Wildlife Trust.

Our efforts extend beyond recruitment. Our policies are designed to support our people including an enhanced Flexible Working policy and an inclusive Talent policy which includes our commitment to giving fair opportunities to ex-offenders.

Read more about London Wildlife Trust’s commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion our our careers page. 

A professional body is now seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their processing team to help create a smooth-running finance function. The post-holder will have key responsibilities in transactional finance and report to members of the senior management team.

Job role entails:

- Dealing effectively with purchase orders

- Processing and generating invoices in timely manner

- Regular reconciliation of supplier statements

- Recording cash book payments and receipts

- Liaising with budget managers and overdue debtors

- Operating weekly payment runs

The successful candidate MUST:

- Be at least AAT or equivalent qualifications

- Experience working within transactional finance

- Have system skills such as intermediate Excel and large financial system

Agency Reference Number: 7109440

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000

Length: 1-2 months Temp

To apply for this role or to find out about other Public Sector Finance roles, please contact Tiana Thomas or Myles Argent on our London Finance team.

Title: Income Processing Finance Assistant

Salary: £21,500 - £24,500 per annum plus London Allowance

Hours/Contract: Full time - 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term - 6 months

Based: London

Closing date: 22nd October 2021

Interview date: TBC

We are looking for an efficient and customer focussed individual to join the income processing team. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and will be able to provide financial information to non-financial stakeholders at all levels.

It is essential you have a comprehensive understanding of Income processing and relevant systems, along with a good understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles. Your strengths include your high level of accuracy. You are well organised, with a methodical approach and work well to deadlines.

What we are looking for:

• Knowledge of key principles and concepts needed to provide strong financial internal controls
• Customer focused, with the ability to see issues from a stakeholder's perspective
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders

What's in it for you:

• Continued access to NHS Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Continuous development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Working

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

About Us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you work for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 12,000 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.

Everyone knows our daffodil, but it's our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the people we care for and those who love them. And we do whatever it takes to give them the final days and hours they deserve.

Job Title: Finance and Operations Assistant

Reports to: Finance and Operations Manager

Language Requirements:    Fluent in English

Location: Hybrid working- Remote & Central London

Salary: £23,000-£26,000 + Study support

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

The Charity

Founded in 2015, Breaking Barriers is a charity with a mission to help refugees in London gain the knowledge, confidence and experience to secure stable and fulfilling employment in their new home. We offer effective and flexible employment support in direct partnership with businesses that help refugees secure work, progress into better jobs, and successfully integrate into UK society. We have a unique approach, working with corporate partners to help refugees develop careers that match their skills, experience and aspirations. 

Since Breaking Barriers’ inception in 2015, we have supported over 1,100 people from a refugee background and have ambitious plans to expand this as part of our strategic plan. We concentrate on getting things done in a flexible environment where everyone is encouraged to take ownership and contribute. We are a team of 36 employees supported by several hundred volunteers, who are all driven and committed to helping London’s refugee community. We are looking for a similarly driven and ambitious individual keen to join an enterprising organisation where they can benefit from the opportunity to innovate and shape the direction of the charity. Colleagues who thrive are passionate, driven and have the confidence to work autonomously while remaining team players and sharing credit with all involved. 

 We are looking for someone who lives and breathes our values: 

• Mission-led: our clients come before everything else. 
• Welcoming: we want all people to feel happy, comfortable and secure with us. 
• Collaborative: we are supportive and considerate, curiously exploring other viewpoints to find solutions. 
• Enterprising: we are discerningly bold, entrepreneurial and have the courage to give things a go. 

Role overview

The overall purpose of this role is to create a safe, welcoming and confidential office environment for Breaking Barriers staff, volunteers and clients. With an eye for detail, this team member will be entrusted with vital administrative and operational tasks and to provide day to day support for the charity’s core functions, including Finance, HR and IT. Juggling routine workstreams with ad hoc tasks, this role will involve coordinating petty cash, onboarding new staff, confidential data management, and helping to troubleshoot issues that arise in day-to-day work.

The postholder should be excited about the work Breaking Barriers does and willing to support their colleagues in helping the charity to achieve its mission. They will demonstrate flexibility, a can-do attitude, sound judgement, reliability, and discretion. This role is a great opportunity for someone with a hands-on mindset and an interest in pursuing a career in finance who is always looking to get stuck in and execute operational tasks in an efficient and effective way.

The Finance & Operations Assistant will help power everything that we do – this is a great opportunity to learn first-hand how a start-up charity operates and play a key role in our future success. 

Key Responsibilities
We are a fast-growing charity that prides itself on its flexibility and responsiveness so your responsibilities may change, develop and grow according to the needs and development of our programmes.

1. Finance duties 

• Obtaining, filing, and processing supplier invoices and credit notes.
• Reconciling bank statements.
• Managing expense systems. 
• Supporting with the preparation of various reports. 
• Supporting with month end and year end processes.
• Supporting with the annual audit.
• Dealing with a range of queries and identifying and resolving issues.
• Carrying out daily petty cash duties to ensure the smooth running of operations when face-to-face delivery resumes
• Helping to improve controls and process around finance and operations to ensure the smooth running of the organisation.
• Supporting the finance function with other finance processes.
• Supporting on large contract management to maintain good working relationships

2. HR Support

• Streamlining the onboarding process for new starters, including setting up equipment, logins, and paperwork, introducing them to BB’s processes and systems and teams. 
• Coordinating the leaver’s process including asset returns and ensuring the secure transfer of data. 
• Carrying out and reviewing wellbeing checks on staff. 

3. Office and facilities management

• Take overall responsibility and ownership for the Breaking Barriers office, ensuring it is a welcoming, secure, and safe environment for staff, volunteers, and clients. 
• Managing the room booking system and monitoring the remaining credits. 
• Assist staff with remote working and facilitate hybrid working patterns
• Maintain inventory of office assets and accounts to ensure charity property is being used responsibly and in line with GDPR.
• Liaise with building management and third-party providers to resolve general facilities issues.
• Support the Health and Safety lead in identifying and implementing improvements to office safety and security. 
• Ensure cleaning and hotdesking systems are working effectively to create a positive and clean working environment.
• Provide ad hoc support to staff on practical and technical issues. 

4. IT support

• Procurement & Setup of new equipment, including laptops, phones, tablets and electronic accessories. 
• Reallocating and monitoring existing equipment as necessary.

5. General operational support

• Responding to general enquiries or redirecting complex enquiries to different teams. 
• Contributing to the wider team by participating in projects, working groups and other initiatives.

Person Specification

Essential

• An interest in pursuing a career in accountancy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact confidently and with diplomacy both internally and externally.
• Meticulous and detailed in completing forms and paperwork.
• Highly organised and able to prioritise conflicting deadlines. 
• Ability to manage and schedule time and prioritise tasks in a busy environment. 
• Able to follow set processes, and to identify and implement improvements.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced IT skills.
• Able to find creative solutions and has a continuous improvement mindset. Looks for new and better ways to do things.
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information.
• A demonstrable interest and commitment to working with marginalised populations, particularly refugees.

Desirable

• Experience of data protection and health and safety protocols.
• Lived experience - we welcome applicants from a refugee background. 

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.

Please submit a CV and Covering Letter. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

Applications close on 1st November. 

We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on a rolling basis. 

Good Law Project’s mission is to achieve change through the law. We defend, define and change the law to protect the environment, uphold democracy, and ensure no one is left behind. We are a young organisation with a ground-breaking track record already and are now seeking to expand our staff team.

Our website sets out more about what we do.

We are committed to holding Government and other powerful actors to account and to tackling issues of injustice, inequality and discrimination experienced by some of the most marginalised groups in our society.

We are now looking for a paralegal and administrative assistant to support the Legal Director and other members of our growing team with research and other paralegal and administrative tasks, helping to ensure our cases run smoothly and professionally. Download and read the full job pack.

Essential experience and attributes

• Legal experience whether academic (e.g. this role would suit a Law graduate or person who has completed their professional training qualifications) or professional (e.g. through previous working in the legal sector);
• Excellent research, writing and verbal communications skills;
• A demonstrable ability to grasp quickly new concepts and areas of the law with an openness to learning new approaches, topics and skills;
• Good IT skills including mainstream applications.

Desirable

• Knowledge or experience in public law, health and social care, law relating to technology and data protection, employment and/or other fields relevant to GLP’s work;
• Knowledge or experience in using a case management system.

The charity 

Established 140 years ago, we are there for everyone working in education. 

Through our free helpline, grants, counselling, guidance, professional and organisational development services, we work with hundreds of organisations and thousands of staff across the sector. The impact can be lifesaving and more teachers, lecturers and support staff turn to us for help each year.

We have ambitious plans for the future, as we grow to meet the needs of an ever-changing education sector. We are focused on our vision of everyone working in education feeling respected, supported and resilient.With 34% of teachers planning to leave in the next few years due to stress and workload, the work we do is very important. 

The vacancy 

We are looking for a diligent individual who can support our CEO with diary management, meeting preparation, relationship management, event attendance and travel administration and ad-hoc research.

You will also support and develop key internal and external stakeholder relationships. Work closely with the Chair of the Trustees and all individual Trustees as well as the Leadership team and senior management.

In return you can expect a friendly and flexible work environment, generous holiday and pension arrangements, company sick pay, and more. 

How to apply 

Please apply with your CV and a Supporting Statement explaining how you meet the role requirements outlined in the Job Description/Person specification for this role.

Follow the apply button to our recruitment portal where you can upload your CV and Supporting Statement. 

Closing date is Friday 22nd October, however we do recommend early applications as we may opt to interview on a rolling basis, and so the vacancy could close early. 

Depaul UK are currently recruiting for a Assistant Financial Controller to join our team based in London. You will join us on a full-time, fixed term basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £43,111 (incl ILW) per annum + pension and benefits.

Depaul UK works with some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK. We specialise in working in communities where poverty and long-term unemployment have resulted in generations of social exclusion and high rates of homelessness

Over the past 30 years, we have grown as an organisation and developed and enhanced our work and the impact it has across the UK.  Depaul UK has a wide range of services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness

The Assistant Financial Controller role: 

We are currently looking for a dedicated and experienced Assistant Financial Controller to work on a full time basis, on an 18 month fixed term contract.

In this role, you will assist in delivering a best in class financial control function and building our finance capacity through efficient systems and process. You will be responsible for supporting on financial policies and procedures, improving working captial management, and ensure records of income and expenditure are accurate and consistent.

What makes the Assistant Financial Controller role exciting?

• A full induction and training to enhance the ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ skills required’.
• Training in the Depaul Endeavour model
• Continuous support and supervision including reflective practice to develop your learning and skills as a practitioner

What will ideally support your success as our Assistant Financial Controller:

• A fully qualified CCAB accountant or QBE
• Demonstrable experience in the preparation of SORP compliant accounts and the creation of strong internal control environments and effective month-end and year-end routines
• Experience in the development of efficient business systems would also be desirable
• The ability to lead and develop a high performing team whilst successfully coordinating the work of the department to meet internal and external timescales is essential

What’s it like to work at Depaul UK?

You'll be joining a friendly, flexible, and values-led organisation, and will receive:

• Competitive salary
• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest-free Annual Season Ticket Loan
• Four Weeks Paternity Leave

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become our Assistant Financial Controller then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date for applications: Friday 22 October 2021 at 12:00 pm

An enhanced DBS disclosure is a requirement for this role. Our recruitment checks, induction, and ongoing support and supervision reflect our commitment to safeguarding our clients. Depaul UK strives to be equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We kindly request no contact from Recruitment or Media Agencies.

British Future is recruiting for a new Office Manager and Executive Assistant

• Closing date for applications: 10am on Wednesday 27th October 2021
• Salary band: £32,000 – £35,000 pa.
• Reporting to: Director

For more information about the role, please find attached a copy of our Job Specification.

About this role

This is an exciting role, running an efficient office for a small but ambitious think-tank that has established a significant reputation in policy-making over 10 years. The role is essential to the daily running of the organisation, its administrative and financial functions and its wider governance. It would suit someone who wants to develop their expertise in charity governance and finance.

British Future is an independent, non-partisan think-tank which has charitable status. Our vision is of a confident and inclusive Britain, welcoming and fair to all. British Future has built a strong track record on understanding public attitudes, forging public narratives and promoting policy solutions on immigration and integration, race and identity. The organisation works cross-party with multiple stakeholders from politicians and NGOs to business leaders in order to strengthen the common ground on these challenging issues.

Joining this team of seven, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the office, HR, governance and processing of the charity’s finances. You will also provide Executive Assistant support to the Director, Sunder Katwala, and organise our quarterly charity board meetings. Our London Living Wage intern will assist with the administrative tasks and you will have the opportunity to line-manage the post-holder.

What we are looking for

This role is ideal for an individual with previous experience as an Office Manager or EA/PA to a senior manager. You will be a confident self-starter and strong team player, with experience in office and financial management preferred. You will have experience facilitating senior level meetings, liaising with various stakeholders and prioritising a busy workload. Strong organisational and communication skills are key, as well as confidence in the use of IT. A commitment to social inclusion and fairness, given the nature of organisation’s work on diversity, is also important.

Training and Support

Training and development is crucial to the success of our organisation. The post holder will be encouraged to build their financial aptitude, with guidance and ongoing support from the charity’s Treasurer and through external training. We are open to candidates with less experience in finances but who have good numeracy skills, a willingness to learn and who would welcome being trained up in this aspect of the role before taking on full responsibilities. 

Flexible for you

This role is normally based in our Covent Garden office, in London, though currently the team is gradually moving from remote working to a more regular office presence. While we are advertising the post as full-time, 35-hours a week, we are willing to consider requests for job-share and are open to flexible working hours for the right candidate.