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About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide confidential, high-quality support to the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is a key role that enables senior leaders to focus on delivering the organisation's strategic priorities while ensuring the smooth running of their day-to-day activities.
In this role, you will:
- Manage complex diaries, schedules, meetings, travel arrangements, and competing priorities.
- Coordinate communications and correspondence, acting as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare meeting papers, briefings, and other documentation, ensuring actions are tracked and followed up.
- Build effective working relationships with senior leaders, members, and external partners.
- Provide secretariat and administrative support to leadership meetings, projects, and governance activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to an efficient, professional, and inclusive working environment.
About You
You will be an experienced Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or Administrator with a proven ability to deliver high-quality support in a busy and fast-paced environment. You must be organised, adaptable, and able to manage a varied workload while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
You will bring:
- Experience supporting senior leaders and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong organisational, planning, and time-management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
- The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- A proactive, solution-focused approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
About the College
The Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) is the professional body responsible for the specialty throughout the UK. We are the third largest medical royal college in the UK by membership. With a combined membership of more than 24,000 Fellows and Members, we ensure the quality of patient care by safeguarding standards in the three specialties of anaesthesia, intensive care and pain medicine.
At RCoA Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is a core part of our culture, so it is important to us that this is reflected in everything that we do. We welcome all individuals irrespective of age, race, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital or civil partnership status, or parental and caring responsibilities to ensure we actively embrace an inclusive and representative culture that encourages, supports and celebrates our differences.
The Package
This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive employee benefits package, which includes (but is not limited to):
- 26 days of annual leave, plus bank holiday
- 1 additional paid day of leave for the purpose of celebrating your birthday
- Healthcare support through Benenden Health
- Up to 12% pension contribution
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Wellbeing hour once a week
- Cycle to work and employee discounts schemes
- Training and development opportunities
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programmes
How to Apply
If you believe that you are the right person for this role, please submit your CV and Cover Letter by Sunday, 9th of August. Please note that the closing date is subject to change, depending on the success of the recruitment process.
In your covering letter (maximum 500 words), please tell us:
- Why you're interested in this role
- An example of supporting a senior leader through competing priorities
- What attracts you to working for the Royal College of Anaesthetists
Interviews for successful candidates will be held on Thursday, 20th of August in London.
Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates on their application. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted after the closing date.
If you have any questions or would like more information about this opportunity, please contact the Royal College of Anaesthetists.
Applicants must reside and have the right to work in the UK. No agencies please.
In your covering letter (maximum 500 words), please tell us:
- Why you're interested in this role
- An example of supporting a senior leader through competing priorities
- What attracts you to working for the Royal College of Anaesthetists
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Service Director Executive Assistant
Salary: Up to £36,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Remote, with two days a week in the Downton office (SP5 3RB) and planned travel elsewhere, including London, for meetings and events.
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
We have an exciting opportunity for a Service Director Executive Assistant to join our Service Directorate at Help for Heroes. This role will play a key part in maximising the impact of our Service Director, ensuring they are supported to lead effectively across the charity and deliver on our mission to ensure every member of the Armed Forces Community can live well after service.
If you are an organised, proactive and resourceful Executive Assistant with experience supporting senior leaders, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role.
About the Role
Reporting to the Service Director, you will provide comprehensive executive support, enabling them to operate efficiently and effectively across a broad range of strategic priorities.
You will manage diaries, meetings, communications and travel arrangements, whilst coordinating Service Leadership Team activities and ensuring actions, projects and governance requirements are delivered on time. You'll act as a trusted liaison across the charity, building strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders and helping to keep the Service Director connected to key priorities, events and opportunities.
Alongside executive support responsibilities, you'll have the opportunity to lead small projects, prepare reports and briefings, and contribute to the smooth running of the wider Service Directorate.
This is a varied and rewarding role that offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and make a meaningful contribution to the work Help for Heroes delivers for the Armed Forces Community.
About You
You'll be highly organised, adaptable and confident working independently whilst managing multiple priorities. You will have excellent communication skills and be comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
We are looking for someone with:
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Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or in a similar role supporting a senior executive or director-level leader.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
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Experience coordinating meetings, diaries, travel arrangements and action tracking.
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Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across teams.
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Experience managing small projects and producing reports, presentations or briefing materials.
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Confidence using Microsoft 365 and a proactive approach to learning new systems and ways of working.
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The ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.
You'll be values-driven, collaborative and motivated by the opportunity to support senior leadership in delivering meaningful outcomes for veterans, serving personnel and their families.
About the Team
Our Service Directorate delivers integrated support and community initiatives across the UK, all aligned with our LiveWell Strategy, ensuring every member of the Armed Forces Community can live well after service.
You’ll join a team of passionate, purpose-driven professionals committed to improving the quality, consistency and impact of our services for veterans, serving personnel and their families. Working closely with colleagues across the charity, you’ll help support our strategic priorities and ensure we continue to deliver services that make a meaningful difference to the Armed Forces Community.
Check out the ‘Our management Team’ page of our website for more detail.
In return we can offer you:
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Belonging to a team who make a difference to our community and value equality, diversity and inclusion.
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29 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, regardless of service -plus your birthday off to celebrate!
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Opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave per year.
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Added to our free health scheme from day one, including discounts on dental, opticians, massages, and more - with the option to upgrade.
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3 volunteer days per year to support the Help for Heroes community.
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A generous salary sacrifice pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and a minimum 3% employee contribution, plus life insurance up to 4× salary as an active member.
Closing Date: 30th July 2026
Interview Process: First interviews are expected to take place on the 3rd August 2026 in person in Downton, and will include a task. A final stage interview is anticipated to be held in person in Downton on 6th August 2026. Please note that these dates are indicative and may be subject to change.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of strong applications.
We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Events Fundraising Assistant
Fixed term contract to May 2027
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum, plus benefits
London N1
Full time – 37.5 hours a week
We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're required to come into the office at least 2 days per week currently Tuesday, and Wednesday or Thursday.
The role is being advertised as full-time, but we would consider someone working 4 or 4.5 days per week pro rata.
Closing date: 5pm, 2nd August 2026
Interviews: 11th and 13th August 2026
An exciting opportunity for an Events Fundraising Assistant has arisen at World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF).
WCRF is the UK's leading cancer prevention charity, focusing on the link between cancer and risk factors such as diet, body weight and physical activity. Through world-leading research, trusted health information and public engagement, we empower people to make informed lifestyle choices to reduce their cancer risk.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Events Fundraising Assistant to help deliver our growing programme of challenge events and community fundraising activities on a fixed-term contract to May 2027. Supporting the Events, Community and Digital Fundraising Manager, you will play an important role in delivering an excellent experience for our supporters from the moment they register through to event day and beyond. You'll help with participant communications, event administration, fundraising stewardship, supporter enquiries, logistics and event delivery, ensuring every supporter feels valued and inspired throughout their fundraising journey.
This is an exciting time to join the team as we continue to invest in our mass participation fundraising programme. With our London Marathon team continuing to grow alongside an expanding portfolio of overseas marathons, virtual challenges and community fundraising initiatives, you'll have the opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of fundraising activities while helping to generate vital income to support our mission of preventing cancer. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build a career in fundraising, offering hands-on experience across events, community and digital fundraising within a supportive, ambitious and growing team where you'll be encouraged to develop your skills and take on new responsibilities.
We're looking for someone with excellent organisational and communication skills who enjoys building relationships and providing outstanding supporter care. You may already have experience in fundraising, events, customer service, administration or another people-focused role, or you may be looking to take your first step into the charity sector. Above all, you'll be proactive, enthusiastic and keen to learn, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work accurately and collaborate effectively as part of a small, ambitious team. Experience of using Microsoft Office packages and CRM systems would be an advantage, while an interest in social media, digital marketing or challenge events would be welcomed.
As our team of supporters is rapidly expanding, we’re particularly keen to hear from candidates who are immediately available for an August 2026 start date.
At WCRF, using AI to work smarter and deliver greater impact is part of everyone’s role and candidates should be open to exploring new, and more efficient, ways of working through the use of AI.
Application Details:
If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date. You must have current right to work in the UK.
Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF and equip you for the role.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
WCRF is a UK cancer prevention charity. We look at how diet, weight and physical activity affect the risk of developing and surviving cancer.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Age UK Wandsworth has been supporting older residents across Wandsworth for over 60 years. We are an independent, well-established and trusted charity that serves approximately 15,000 residents a year in Wandsworth. Our goal is to help residents age well in Wandsworth and to build confidence and resilience to stay living healthily and independently for as long as possible.
This role will suit an organised and detail-oriented individual with good interpersonal skills, a professional approach, and the ability to work through challenges in a dynamic environment. You will be a key part of a small, friendly team who are busy making a difference to the lives of older people in Wandsworth.
What we can offer you:
You'll be joining a vibrant workplace where no two days are the same, working as part of a small, supportive team that is committed to making a positive difference in the community. You'll benefit from an experienced leadership team, collaborate with kind and caring colleagues who genuinely work together, and even have the company of a friendly hypo-allergenic office dog.
Due to the nature of the work that we carry out, our staff work from our office, day centre and in the community. Therefore, please note that unless it is otherwise stated, all roles advertised will require the successful candidate to work on-site.
Employee benefits:
- 5% employer’s pension contribution
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee shopping benefits scheme
- Employee assistance programme (EAP)
- Employee recognition and reward programme
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Our mission is to help older people to age well in Wandsworth.

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Office & Administration Assistant – Key Responsibilities
Office management and administration
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Maintain a welcoming, safe and efficient office environment that enables staff, volunteers and visitors to work effectively, in line with the ‘Groundswellian Way’, our coproduced principles for a safe, positive work culture.
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Manage the day-to-day running of the office, including , refreshments, office supplies, IT equipment, room bookings and reception duties.
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Coordinate incoming and outgoing post, telephone calls and enquiries through the central inbox, ensuring messages and requests are directed promptly to the appropriate member of staff.
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Build positive working relationships with Workspace, office contractors and suppliers, including cleaners, maintenance providers and other building services.
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Support Groundswell's commitment to environmental sustainability by promoting recycling, reducing waste and encouraging environmentally responsible office practices.
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Ensure office administration is appropriately covered during periods of annual leave and support the wider administration team to provide consistent organisational support.
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Recruit, support, supervise and train office volunteers where appropriate.
Facilities, health and safety
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Act as the day-to-day office lead for health and safety administration, supporting compliance with Groundswell's Health & Safety Policy.
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Ensure all staff and volunteers receive relevant health and safety information during induction, including access to the health & Safety training video, awareness of fire procedures, emergency evacuation routes and workplace safety responsibilities.
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Coordinate annual fire risk assessments, workplace risk assessments and PAT testing, ensuring appropriate records are maintained and actions completed.
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Support the development and maintenance of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) where required.
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Liaise with Workspace to ensure landlord responsibilities relating to health and safety are fulfilled, including fire safety systems, signage and equipment maintenance.
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Maintain records of accidents, incidents and near misses, ensuring statutory reporting requirements are met where appropriate.
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Coordinate the maintenance and servicing of Groundswell's office equipment, facilities and assets, ensuring they remain safe, functional and fit for purpose.
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Work closely with the Director of Finance & Fundraising and our external systems and finance support on matters around onsite assets and finances.
IT and Systems
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Oversee the day-to-day management of organisational assets, ensuring equipment is maintained, used appropriately and complies with organisational policies and cyber security requirements.
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Complete IT trouble shooting on behalf of staff and volunteers, with external support.
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Order IT equipment as needed with external support.
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Complete basic set – up tasks on staff and volunteer devices with external support.
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Support staff and volunteers to upskill and improve their technological skills through the digital inclusion group.
Organisational administration
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Provide administrative support for organisational meetings, events and activities, including venue bookings, catering, logistics and preparation of materials.
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Support the Chief Executive in implementing GDPR and data management processes, ensuring good administrative practice and compliance across the organisation.
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Provide governance administration, including scheduling Board and Committee meetings, preparing meeting logistics, taking accurate minutes and maintaining action logs.
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Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive, Trustees and Senior Leadership Team, including diary coordination, meeting arrangements and room bookings.
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Support the recruitment and induction of Trustees as required by the Nominations Working Group.
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Support the People Manager with the onboarding and off-boarding of staff.
General
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Maintain accurate administrative systems, records and filing, ensuring information is organised, confidential and GDPR compliant.
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Identify opportunities to improve office systems, administrative processes and ways of working to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
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Work with the People Manager and Director of Fundraising & Finance to ensure policies and processes are accessible, in plain English and simple to follow; using step by step guides and images where appropriate.
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Build positive relationships across the organisation, providing responsive, friendly and professional support to colleagues, volunteers and external stakeholders.
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Undertake any other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and level of the role.
Groundswell responsibilities and the Groundswellian Way
Act in line with our Code of Conduct and the Groundswellian Way in all interactions with colleagues, volunteers, partners and visitors.
We want to:
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create a safe, friendly and respectful working environment
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encourage transparent communication so everyone knows what is expected of themselves and the organisation
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ensure everyone feels valued and celebrates individual strengths
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promote diversity, equity and fairness in everything we do
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encourage collaboration and working together.
Person Specification
Essential
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Experience working in a busy office or administrative role.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365.
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Ability to follow instructions and coordinate with consultants to complete IT set up and troubleshooting.
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Experience coordinating meetings and maintaining administrative systems.
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Excellent communication and customer service skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
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Understanding of confidentiality and GDPR.
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Commitment to Groundswell's values and trauma-informed ways of working.
Desirable
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Experience supporting charity governance or trustee meetings.
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Experience coordinating health and safety administration.
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Experience supervising volunteers.
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Knowledge of facilities management.
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Lived experience of homelessness or social exclusion.
Why join Groundswell?
Key Benefits
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28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles)
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5% employer pension
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Flexible working options, including hybrid and part-time arrangements
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Reflective practice or Clinical Supervision with a trained therapist for all team members
Culture
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Support - Regular guidance, support and the opportunity to reflect on your work through regular one to ones with your Line Manager
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Teamwork - Regular opportunities to contribute to and learn from the wider Groundswell team
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Strategic input - Opportunities to input into Groundswell’s strategic direction
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Voice – The ability to input into working practices that impact you, and to know where to turn if any problems arise.
Application and Interview Process
Please let us know if you would like to request any accommodations or adjustments throughout the application and interview process. We will be very happy to support these wherever possible to give all applicants the best opportunity to showcase their skills and experience.
We encourage our candidates to draw from their personal and professional experiences, skills, knowledge and passion for our work in their applications, as we believe this will be the best representation of why you are the right fit for the role. While we acknowledge that Generative AI can be a useful tool when used selectively, we do not believe it can replace the authenticity that each individual can bring to their application. Therefore, we ask you to consider carefully any use of Generative AI throughout the application process.
Application
To apply please follow this link:
Please submit your CV along with a cover letter stating:
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How you meet each of the areas outlined in the person specification above
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Why you are interested in doing this job at Groundswell.
You can find a guide to writing your cover letter here, which includes some tips and general guidance.
The deadline for applications is 10am on Monday 17th August.
Interviews
Interviews will be held in person on either Wednesday 2nd or Thursday 3rd September.
We are a small charity with limited resources and are unable to give individualised feedback on unsuccessful applications before the interview stage.
Pre-employment checks
The job offer for the successful candidate will be subject to a reference check.
Many thanks for taking the time to look into this role – it is an exciting opportunity, and we hope you will consider applying.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Administrative Assistant
Fixed-Term Contract: 6 Months (Maternity Cover)
Full-Time Position
About the Role
Rooted Finance is seeking a proactive and organised Administrative Assistant to join our Operations Team on a 6-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and play a key role in supporting the smooth running of our day-to-day operations. Working as part of a small and collaborative team, you will provide essential administrative support to the CEO, Board of Trustees, management team and wider organisation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating meetings, managing diaries, preparing documents, taking minutes, maintaining records, supporting recruitment and onboarding processes, assisting with financial administration and helping to ensure effective office operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior leaders, including diary management, meeting coordination, agenda preparation and minute taking.
- Support the smooth running of organisational operations, including document management, filing systems, internal communications and office administration.
- Assist with recruitment administration, onboarding and maintaining accurate records.
- Support financial administration, including invoices, expenses, and reporting.
- Maintain office supplies, equipment and operational systems.
- Support compliance, audits, technology management, and the improvement of internal processes.
- Provide general operational support to managers and project teams as required.
About You
We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable and proactive, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will have strong communication skills, a professional approach and the confidence to work independently while contributing positively to a small and busy team.
This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their administrative and operational experience within the charity sector while making a meaningful contribution to Rooted Finance’s work.
For full details about the role, responsibilities, and application process, please refer to the full Job Pack.
Administrator (IPS Grow)
We are recruiting for an experienced Administrator to join the IPS Grow team.
This role is ideal for an experienced, capable administrator who is already established and successful in their field.
Position: Administrator (IPS Grow)
Location: London Bridge/Hybrid
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £37,000
Contract: Permanent
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 4 August 2026 at 9am.
First stage interviews: week commencing 10 August 2026
Second stage interviews: week commencing 17 August 2026
About the Role
You will provide consistent, proactive and reliable administrative and business support to a nationally delivered programme, working closely with colleagues, managers and external stakeholders.
You will anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and play an important role in improving ways of working. You will be confident handling detailed information, supporting structured governance processes, and acting as a trusted administrative partner to senior stakeholders.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Administrative & Programme Support
- Meetings, Coordination & Diary Management
- Travel, Expenses & Financial Administration
- Systems, Data & Reporting
- Proactive Support & Continuous Improvement
About the Team
This role provides dedicated administrative support to IPS Grow, a complex, nationally delivered programme working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. IPS Grow is a well-established service, led by the charity and funded by NHS England, OHID and the DWP to support the expansion of IPS (Individual Placement and Support) services across mental health and drug and alcohol teams.
About You
This role suits an administrator who is confident working with senior stakeholders, comfortable handling detailed information, and experienced in supporting structured programmes or projects. You will be at the heart of a high-profile programme delivering meaningful impact across the country.
Skills, experience and qualifications we are looking for include:
- Proven experience in an administrative, office coordination or business support role
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- High levels of accuracy, reliability and attention to detail
- Confident communicator, able to engage professionally with colleagues and external stakeholders
- Strong IT skills and confidence using standard office systems
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision while being a collaborative team member
About the Organisation
Join an ambitious not for profit organisation that helps to design, fund and scale better solutions to complex social problems, with a vision is a fairer world where together we unleash the potential of people and communities. This is done by working in partnership with local and national governments, funders, communities and the social sector to tackle complex and enduring social problems in the UK and across the world.
Ready to make your own impact on these issues? Then come and join the team.
The multi-skilled team of over 120 people come from diverse backgrounds in the public, private and charity sectors, all sharing a passion for making change happen. The organisation provides a high-quality training and development programme in-house with great opportunities for career progression. They are a friendly and intellectually curious bunch, always up for a debate.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We actively encourage applications from under-represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the social issues we are working to address. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and support a range of flexible working options. The application process uses Applied, a platform developed by the Behavioural Insights Team, to record your application. Applied is focused on using behavioural and data science to improve hiring decisions and minimise unconscious bias in the recruitment process. You will be asked to respond to four situational based questions, which will allow you to express your ability.
Other roles you may have experience with could include Admin, Administrator, Administration, Admin Officer, Admin Assistant, Administration Assistant, Office Assistant, Data Officer, Personal Assistant, Admin Support.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
Are you a highly organised administrator with excellent attention to detail and a passion for delivering outstanding support?
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join our Ministries team, providing essential administrative support to senior leaders and helping to ensure the smooth running of a busy department.
In this varied role, you will manage and maintain databases, coordinate meetings and resources, process invoices, respond to enquiries and support projects that enable the work of ministries across the United Reformed Church. You will be confident using Microsoft Office, able to prioritise multiple tasks and enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.
If you are proactive, dependable and looking to make a meaningful contribution within an organisation committed to its people, values and purpose, we would love to hear from you.
We offer you a flexible and friendly hybrid work environment from the office in London and from home. The office is close to King Cross and Euston stations. The URC offers a generous pension contribution, annual leave of 31 days per year plus bank holidays and development opportunities.
If you are interested in working for us and can meet the above requirements, please see our website for the full job description and application details. CV’s will be accepted with responses to job related questions.
Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 27 July 2026
Interview date: Monday 10 August 2026
Wherever you are on your journey, we are here for you. We are a community that shares Gods love and joy in the hope of making the world a better place

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 68% of clients secure a job, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading, Bristol and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 50,000 women, and last year alone we reached 10,600 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In 2025 we launched our new 5-year strategy- we are aiming to build a future where every woman, at any stage of her career, can access trusted, personalised support to secure employment. We aspire to be local in feel, national in reach, shaped by the voices of women, valuing every story and every success.
About the Role
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive and detail‑driven Executive Assistant who will provide exceptional support to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team (SLT). This role combines high‑quality executive assistance, governance support, and confident internal communications work to ensure the smooth running of organisational priorities.
The Executive Assistant will manage key administrative, governance and operational processes, support organisation‑wide planning cycles, and coordinate projects and workstreams across the Charity.
How to Apply
Please head to your website to read the full job profile and then submit your CV and cover letter through our recruitment system by Midnight on Sunday 26th July..
Interviews will take place on 4th August 2026 and will be in person in our North London centre.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitment
processes, please contact us.
Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.



Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Welcome Bonus: £500 on successful completion of probation period.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As a Service Delivery Assistant, you will provide high quality administrative support to the service. You will act as a first point of contact for enquiries into the service and support the wider team with administrative duties. As a part of your role, you may be asked to attend offices around Hampshire & Isle of Wight to support the team with associated expenses paid.
Key Responsibilities:
- Upload referrals to our computerised case management system, in accordance with our standards.
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail, telephone and general queries for the service
- Collate and supply information and correspondence to internal and external contacts
- Liaise with referring agencies to improve referral information and support referral pathways.
- Provide general admin support including data entry, minute taking, raising purchase orders and processing invoices.
About You:
Ideally, you will need experience working within a client focused service and a good understanding and knowledge of office systems.
You will need:
- Effective verbal and written communication and numerical skills.
- Experience working in an adminstrative setting role
- Experience of providing administrative support to a team
- Understanding and knowledge of the requirements relating to confidentiality and data protection.
- Understanding and knowledge of equal opportunities and diversity.
- Ability to prioritise own workload and deal with competing demands in an organised and methodical manner.
- Good IT skills and experience of using all packages in the standard Microsoft Office suite and case management systems/databases.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively both verbally and in writing with a wide range of individuals and audiences.
- Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision to achieve deadlines.
- Strong record keeping skills with a focus on quality and accuracy.
- Driving Licence
Please note that due to vetting requirements you will need to have lived in the UK for three years prior.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
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Accreditation Administration Assistant
Duration: Temporary role, initially for 6 months
Pay: £14.80 per hour (London rate) / £13.55 per hour (outside London) + holiday pay
Hours: Approximately 8-12 hours per week
Location: Home-based, UK
Are you an organised administrator who enjoys problem-solving and helping people navigate processes?
Charity People are delighted to be partnering with a professional membership association to recruit an Accreditation Administration Assistant.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a professional membership organisation during an exciting period of digital transformation. The Association has recently introduced a new online accreditation system and is looking for an adaptable administrator to help support applicants, manage queries and contribute to the ongoing improvement of processes and systems.
The role offers genuine flexibility, making it ideal for someone seeking part-time work around other professional or personal commitments.
Key responsibilities
- Support the administration of accreditation applications
- Respond to applicant enquiries via email and online systems
- Carry out initial checks on applications and supporting documentation
- Maintain accurate records and update databases
- Identify and report recurring system issues and applicant challenges
- Support accreditation deadlines and peak submission periods
- Escalate complex queries where appropriate
- Contribute ideas for improving processes and applicant experience
You will have:
- Previous administration, customer service or membership support experience
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills
- Confidence using digital systems and databases
- Excellent written communication skills
- The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
- A proactive, solution-focused approach
Desirable experience
- Membership body or professional association administration
- Accreditation, compliance or qualifications administration
- CRM, database or case management systems
- Supporting members, volunteers or applicants
Working pattern
The role is highly flexible, with hours spread across the week according to workload. Some weeks will be busier than others, particularly in the lead-up to accreditation submission deadlines.
How to apply
We are looking to move quickly with this role, please send your CV as soon as possible.
Closing date: Tuesday 28th July at 9:00
There will be a one-round online interview stage, with a view for the successful person to start as soon as possible.
Laptop will be provided.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to ensure the application process works for you.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Administrative Assistant (6-Month Maternity Cover)
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Location: Hackney, East London (Hybrid)
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Fixed-term, 6 months
We're recruiting on behalf of an innovative charity working to tackle financial inequality and provide vital debt advice, financial education and support services across London.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, collaborative team and play a key role in keeping the organisation running smoothly during a period of growth. You'll work closely with senior leaders, providing high-quality administrative and operational support across the organisation.
No two days will be the same. From coordinating meetings and supporting recruitment processes to managing office operations and assisting with events, you'll be at the heart of the charity's day-to-day activities.
Key responsibilities
- Providing comprehensive administrative support to the senior management team, CEO and Board.
- Managing diaries, coordinating meetings and arranging travel where required.
- Preparing agendas, taking accurate minutes and following up on actions.
- Supporting recruitment administration, including onboarding and offboarding.
- Maintaining office supplies, records and filing systems.
- Assisting with invoices, expenses and financial administration.
- Supporting internal and external meetings, events and audits.
- Maintaining organisational policies, procedures and operational documents.
- Supporting technology and systems administration, including maintaining asset registers.
- Troubleshooting operational issues and helping to improve processes across the organisation.
About you
We're looking for an organised, proactive and detail-oriented administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality support.
You will have:
- Previous experience in an administrative or operational support role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong minute-taking and proofreading skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team.
- A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
- The ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Experience of using CRM systems and supporting operational processes would be advantageous.
If you're a self-sta
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Finance Administrator
As Finance Administrator, you will provide reliable and accurate transactional and administrative finance support.
This is a part-time role based in Cambridge but school hours and term time working would also be considered.
We’re on a mission to support our client, voted one of the top 100 hospitals in the world, and a global leader in healthcare innovation. From new cancer care to a world-class children’s hospital, your work will help transform the future of patient care.
Position: Finance Administrator (2 posts available in Income or Expenditure)
Location: Cambridge, Biomedical Campus onsite
Salary: £26,000 to £28,000 per annum, pro rata (dependant on skills and experience)
Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week 4/5 day office based. School Hours and Term Time only will be considered
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Sunday, 16th August 2026, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received or a successful candidate is found.
About the Role
Two opportunities are available within the Finance team: Finance Administrator Income, responsible for processing and monitoring income transactions, and Finance Administrator Expenditure, focused on expenditure processing. Both roles provide essential finance administration support, work closely together and provide cover for one another.
About You
We are looking for someone who has relevant experience in a financial support role along with:
- Strong attention to detail, able to spot when numbers or documents look unusual
- Organised and skilled at managing day to day tasks proactively
- Clear and polite communication with customers and colleagues
- Ability to work independently but comfortable asking questions and highlighting issues early
- Knowledge and experience of working with confidential information and data protection rules
We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities, every new team member brings a unique perspective, helping us enrich and diversify our charity.
In Return
This is an amazing place to work!
You will receive a fantastic benefits package including:
- Pension Scheme with 7% Employer Contribution
- 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Your Birthday off
- Group Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Annual Eye Tests + £65 towards computer-use glasses
- On-site Leisure Centre
- NHS Discount Schemes
- Health Cash Plan
- Employee Assistance Programmes
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Other roles you may have experience in include Finance, Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Finance Admin, Finance Support.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
Job Title: Returns Administrator
Salary: £26,199 per annum - Band C, Level 3
Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 6NZ, West Sussex.
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 35 hours
About the role
We're looking for a Returns Administrator to manage end-to-end product returns, including customer enquiries, RMA processing, quality checks, logistics coordination, stock allocation, and administrative support across the Customer Service and Production teams, ensuring all returns are handled efficiently and in line with company policy.
Main duties as our Returns Administrator
- Manage the end-to-end returns process, including refunds, exchanges, RMAs and returns administration within agreed SLAs.
- Deliver excellent customer service by handling returns enquiries and providing proactive updates throughout the returns journey.
- Investigate and resolve returns issues while working closely with Warehouse, Buying, Merchandising, Accounts and Customer Service teams.
- Monitor returns performance, maintain KPI reporting, and identify opportunities to improve processes and customer experience.
- Support wider business operations by assisting other departments and providing guidance to the Returns Assistant as required.
What we are looking for in our Returns Administrator
- Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to adapt to different situations and build positive working relationships.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented, with excellent administrative accuracy and confidence handling large volumes of data.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Word) and experienced using databases and other IT systems.
- A proactive team player with a strong retail or customer service background, able to work independently, solve problems and perform well under pressure.
What we offer as our Returns Administrator:
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team environment
- Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
- 28 days annual leave, rising to 32 days after 2 years, plus additional time off over Christmas
- Flexible working options to suit you, your role, and your team
- A double-matched pension scheme, up to 10% employer contribution
- A family-friendly approach, with generous family leave policies
For a full list of our benefits, click .
Closing date for applications: 11:59pm Friday 24th July 2026.
Interviews will be held in person on Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th August 2026.
The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.
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37.5 hours per week
We are recruiting for an Assistant Programme Manager - A Fairer Start
About Nesta
We are Nesta, the UK’s innovation agency for social good. We design, test and scale solutions to society’s biggest problems. Our three missions are to give every child a fair start, help people live healthy lives, and create a sustainable future where the economy works for both people and the planet.
For over 20 years, we have worked to support, encourage and inspire innovation. We work in three roles: as an innovation partner working with frontline organisations to design and test new solutions, as a venture builder supporting new and early stage businesses, and as a system shaper creating the conditions for innovation.
Harnessing the rigour of science and the creativity of design, we work relentlessly to change millions of lives for the better.
About the Mission
In our A Fairer Start mission, we want every child to have the fairest possible start in life, so they can thrive and realise their potential.
Children born into disadvantage are far more likely to experience poor health, lower earnings, shorter life expectancy and lower levels of happiness than their peers. Closing the gap through targeted support at crucial moments of development is not just good policy, it is good economics: such interventions and system shifts are easily paid for by the long-term benefits of higher economic productivity and lower social costs.
The AFS mission works to develop innovative, scalable solutions to the factors that prevent children from disadvantaged backgrounds from thriving. We work on a range of projects, from applied innovation through to policy design, across the domains of parenting support, early childhood education and care, family income, integrated family support and funding.
The Role
This role supports the work of Nesta’s A Fairer Start mission. You will work closely with the Programme Manager, as well as the Mission Director, Deputy Directors and Project Leads to support the day to day running of the Mission and its projects, and to help the team function effectively.
Alongside your core duties, you will have the opportunity to support the mission more
broadly, either through supporting overall delivery of projects, and/or through working as a mission representative for critical organisational priorities such as Nesta’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
This role is also a part of Nesta’s community of Programme and Project Managers who work together to design and manage Nesta's processes and ways of working around how we plan, deliver and manage our programmes and projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Working with the Programme Manager to oversee and track project delivery and key milestones, both narrative and financial, to ensure we are accurately delivering against project schedules
- Supporting the Mission Leadership Team to balance and sequence the Mission’s projects and team’s resources, taking advantage of dependencies where possible, to optimise delivery
- Supporting project leads to accurately plan and implement their projects, for example by helping to create budgets and project plans
- Supporting the Programme Manager to deliver continuous improvement projects within the Programme Management Office and/or Mission team.
- Designing and implementing resources and tools to support project leads and teams to improve the way they work
- Overseeing the team calendar, arranging logistics for meetings events and away days, and coordinating the taking of minutes where required
- Acting as first point of contact for the team for Nesta staff and external stakeholders, responding to inquiries or directing them to the right people
- Collaborating with the operations, financial, legal and communications teams when required and helping to translate their requirements to the other members of the A Fairer Start team.
- Supporting administrative processes within the team where needed and encourage and foster self sufficiency across the team around managing their own individual administrative tasks
- Being an active member of Nesta’s community of programme and project managers, contributing to or owning the development of Nesta’s programme and project management processes and ways of working.
The Person
Essential
- Outstanding administrative, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities simultaneously
- Proactive problem solver who is willing to work both independently and as part of the team
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
- Balancing competing priorities for your time effectively and being responsive to the changing needs of the team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Good working knowledge of digital tools such as Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar
- Experience managing or supporting small scale projects or programmes of work
- Experience coordinating the efforts of others to achieve a goal
Desirable
- Experience or training in agile project management
- Experience using specific management software to support coordination of projects and programmes (i.e. Asana, Salesforce, Slack)
- Experience managing or tracking budgets
- Experience working in a relevant sector, such as a charity / not-for-profit, or in a subject area related to Nesta’s missions
What we offer
Salary: Circa £40,000 plus array of benefits, including private medical insurance, health cash plans, dental insurance, the ability to buy and sell annual leave, eyecare vouchers and more
Location: This role is based in Blackfriars, Central London, hybrid working arrangement. Nesta’s policy is for staff to spend a minimum of two days a week in the office with the remaining days at your discretion.
Term: Permanent
Hours: This is a full-time role but we offer a range of flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to take advantage of them. Many do.
Reports to: Programme Manager (AFS), Programme Management Office
Making an application
To apply for this role, please submit your application by 3rd August at 8am.
We will aim for interviews to take place on the week commencing 10th August.
At Nesta, we believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more innovative, more creative and gets better results.
We want our workforce to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our workplace to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop.
This means that when we are recruiting, we actively seek to reach a diverse pool of candidates. It also means that we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful.
We recognise the importance of a good balance between work and home life, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, compressed or part-time hours, job shares and other arrangements.
Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you’d like to explore.





