Administrator and finance officer jobs

Brain Research UK are seeking an Interim Finance Manager to oversee the finance function for 3-4 months.  

About us

Brain Research UK (BRUK) funds world-class research to discover the causes, develop new treatments and improve the lives of all those who are affected by neurological conditions.

The brain is the most complex organ in our body. It weighs just 3lb, yet it controls our emotions, senses and actions. Every single one of them. It is how we process the world around us. So when it breaks down, we break down. It doesn’t have to be this way.

There are hundreds of neurological conditions. We fund the best research to discover the causes, develop new treatments and improve the lives of those affected. We inspire scientists and families to come together, side by side, stride by stride.

We are an agile organisation operating with a small staff base to deliver far reaching impact.

The role

Effective financial management is central to our strategy and operating model. The Finance Manager will be crucial in determining how we manage our finances, resources and operations whilst embedding a culture of financial efficiency and effective controls.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Interim Finance Manager will lead on financial matters and be expected to provide critical financial information, insightful analysis and timely reporting to facilitate the growth of the Charity.

The role is standalone but working within a closeknit team. It with therefore have a degree of autonomy but will be expected to contribute to the wider development of the Charity. This is a pivotal appointment within the Charity and will provide some broad exposure to the Board and Investment Committee.

We are therefore seeking a dynamic qualified accountant who has had wide exposure to financial reporting and processes, preferably within a fundraising Charity. Being a financial ‘all rounder’, there is a real opportunity to contribute to the way the Charity operates by instilling sound financial operations and providing meaningful financial reporting. The role provides an opportunity to lead the finance function and will suit a progressive accountant looking for this kind of responsibility.

We would therefore be looking for an individual that has demonstrable experience in operating financial functions and has the personality to fit within a charity that works collaboratively. 

The role covers a 3 to 4 month period commencing from late September. Early applications are encouraged so we can interview as soon as possible.

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Medair UK team as we are seeking a part-time Operations Support Officer. The post holder will be responsible for Medair UK’s financial and office administration, including maintenance of the organisation’s CRM database and some fundraising support. You will ensure the accurate processing and timely delivery of donor and financial information and acting as first point of contact for the organisation, you will be responding to supporter enquiries. You will also provide general office, and IT support to the Head of Operations.

About Medair UK

Medair is a Christian humanitarian organisation that responds to conflict, disease, and disaster so that the world’s most vulnerable and hard-to reach people can live with dignity and hope. Medair UK is an affiliate of the Swiss-based humanitarian organisation, Medair International.

Together, we work in some of the most remote and difficult places on earth, empowering people to build a better future. This year our teams in Sudan have remained operational, working under the most difficult conditions, and launched a new response in Chad to support those fleeing across the borders. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, we received global coverage as one of the first responders saving the lives of communities affected by Mpox – and no lives were lost amongst those we treated. We also scaled up in Lebanon supporting at displaced communities affected by the conflict. In 2024 through our experienced national and international teams we helped 3,743,021  people across 13 countries.

About you

You will have experience of working in an office administration role, including financial processing and have proven experience with databases. You will be comfortable working with and prioritising high volumes of work. In addition to your experience of completing routine, complex tasks accurately and systematically, you will be able to maintain quality and attention to detail. Confident, polite and professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team, you will have strong planning and organisational skills, with experience of maintaining office and administrative systems

Key Activities

      Donation Processing

• Responsible for the timely recording and processing of all incoming donations (including via our website, bank account, third party platforms and cheques) into the Medair UK CRM (Salesforce).
• Ensure all donors receive gift acknowledgements / thank you letters corresponding to each gift received.
• Maintain up-to-date records of donors, staff and other contacts in the Medair UK database.
• Process and record completed Gift Aid declarations and support in the regular reclaim of Gift Aid.

      Financial Administration

• Inputting of all financial data (income and expenditure) into Quick Books.
• Preparing and following up suppliers invoices for payment.
• Processing expenses claims.
• Managing the banking of income and supporter cheques.
• Support the Head of Operations to implement the month and year end reconciliation process for both Salesforce and Quick Books.

      Facilities & Office Management

• Act as first point of contact for the office and public enquiries, responding to incoming telephone calls and emails.
• Answer basic enquiries about Medair's work and distributing information to supporters and others as required.
• Manage and order office supplies, stationery and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment, administrating risk assessments, H&S and fire safety procedures.

      Information Technology

• Ensuring the maintenance of the IT system and handling minor in-house IT technical issues for staff and volunteers. 
• Liaising with the Global Support Office IT Helpdesk team to ensure the timely set up of IT for new staff and volunteers – i.e. setting up email addresses, and relevant permissions.
• Ensuring that IT permissions are current, and that these are amended as and when staff and volunteers leave.
• Assisting with continuous improvements in Medair UK’s use of IT.

​    Engagement Support

• Supporting fundraising activities with data segmentation and the production of standard and custom reports in Salesforce
• Supporting the production and automation of email newsletter and appeals via Campaign Monitor
• Setting up new Salesforce campaigns with tailored reports and dashboards to track donations.
• Producing digital surveys and web-forms as required.
• Providing support to Medair’s virtual events, including the technical administration of Zoom and pre and post event attendee administration.           

      HR Administration

• Organising and co-ordinating staff and volunteer inductions ensuring that the induction checklist is completed.
• Supporting the Head of Operations with team training and organisational learning and development opportunities.

Qualifications - DESIRABLE

• Vocational qualification in business or financial management / administration desirable

 Languages

• Excellent English (spoken and written).

 Experience / Competencies – ESSENTIAL

• Experience of office administration / financial administration
• Experience of Microsoft Office solutions, including Excel and Word; Internet and email proficient
• Experience of fundraising or other database(s), ideally Salesforce and Campaign Monitor
• Experience of finance packages
• Able to work to tight deadlines
• Capable planner with attention to detail for data quality, accuracy and consistency
• Clear spoken and written communicator
• Strong team player
• Ability to handle a wide and varied workload and work on own initiative
• Inspired by and in full agreement with Medair’s Christian values and ethos
• Willing to contribute to the spiritual life of the team including prayer meetings
• Willingness to be flexible in terms of hours worked at occasional, but inevitable moments of crisis

Experience / Competencies – DESIRABLE

• Experience and proficiency in the use of Salesforce and Quickbooks
• Knowledge or experience in the HR, IT or Office Management disciplines
• Experience in charity sector
• Experience in relief / development work
• Understanding of Humanitarian Issues

Contract Details: Part-Time (3 to 4 days/wk to be mutually agreed), permanent

Salary: £28,900 (pro rated to agreed part-time hours)

Closing date: Monday 22nd September, 5pm. Interviews likely to be held on Wednesday 1st October.

Workplace:  Medair UK office is based in Kennington, London. There is possibility to adopt hybrid working, but with a minimum of at least 2 days in the office.

Only those eligible to work in the UK can apply.

NOTE: In order to maintain the organisation’s Christian ethos, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this Medair UK position to be a committed Christian

 

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Join Mersey Rivers Trust and Help Make a Real Impact for Rivers, Wildlife and Communities! 

Are you a skilled finance and governance professional looking to use your expertise for good? Mersey Rivers Trust is seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and help shape the future of our environmental charity. 

We’re a passionate team working to protect and restore rivers across Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire — and we need someone like you to ensure our finances and governance are as strong as our mission. 

The Mersey Rivers Trust (MRT) is an environmental charity focussing on the protection and enhancement of rivers and waterbodies in the Mersey Catchment. It operates in an area covering Greater Manchester, Merseyside and Cheshire. We have an annual turnover of c£1m and employ 19 staff delivering up to 30 projects per year. The Trust works with partners, local communities, and volunteers to deliver a wide range of projects including river restoration, reduction of flood risk by Natural Flood Management techniques, river monitoring, volunteer events (eg river clean-ups/invasive species control and citizen science), community engagement and education events, farm advice/plans and biodiversity net gain. The Trust continues to evolve to meet the increasing challenges of protecting and enhancing rivers and waterbodies in the catchment.

We are seeking a Finance and Governance Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead the Trust’s finance, governance, and back-office functions. This is a pivotal role focused on ensuring financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and effective charity governance. While not involved in field-based project delivery, the Finance Manager plays a strategic role in supporting the organisation’s mission by enabling robust financial planning, reporting, and operational support. You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Trustees, and project teams to ensure the Trust remains financially resilient and well-governed.

As the Finance and Governance Manager, you should possess expertise in financial control and reporting, allowing you to effectively handle delegated responsibilities. Your numerical skills and critical thinking abilities will enable you to proactively address challenges and streamline processes. 

The role holder will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team. The role will also include direct line management responsibilities of the Administration Officer. 

If you are a motivated financial professional with a passion for driving organisational success, we invite you to apply and contribute to our team’s growth. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the management of the back-office function and Charity governance of MRT.
• Act as the Company Secretary to ensure compliance with financial and legal requirements, as well as maintaining high standards of Charity governance.
• Work with the Chief Executive Officer to prepare and manage budgets, provide input to the Trust’s business plan and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
• Support the development and implementation of organisational policies and procedures to ensure good governance.
• Act as a key liaison with the Board of Trustees, preparing and presenting financial and governance reports to inform oversight and decision-making.
• Lead on the development of internal controls and risk management strategies to safeguard the Trust’s assets and reputation.
• Oversee all payments, manage cash flow, income and claims.
• Support financial planning for grant funding applications to support delivery of our objectives.
• Line management of the Administration Officer.
• Renew the annual insurance policy ensuring adequate cover and value for money.
• Maintain, oversee, and update all project management reporting systems on time and to budget (including timesheets, expenses and monthly reports).
• Complete all necessary reports and keep suitable records in line with the funding requirements and document retention policy.
• Highlight any new risks and issues identified whilst carrying out duties, and work with the team to manage and resolve them.
• Fulfil duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer.
• Any other reasonable duties as required by MRT.

The post holder will be home based with travel throughout the Mersey catchment. The applicant will need to live within or close to the Mersey catchment to facilitate regular travel to meetings. Remote working from other parts of the country cannot be considered for this role due to the need for regular face-to-face interactions. 

Candidate profile

Essential

• A financial control and reporting background, qualification or qualified by experience. 
• Experience of organisational governance, ideally with knowledge of UK General Accounting Practice and Charities regulations.
• Experience of financial and management reporting within a small to medium-sized organisation.
• Experience of liaising with accountants to prepare annual accounts and reports required by the Charity Commission.
• Experience of cash flow forecasting.
• Familiarity with Xero financial and project management software (or similar).
• A confident and clear communicator with the ability to communicate financial information in an appropriate manner for non-financial trustees and staff.
• Aptitude in problem-solving.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively from home with strong communication skills and with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly across the working week when necessary.
• Ability to prioritise and plan activities to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and report-writing skills.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Good computer literacy skills (e.g. with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and project reporting systems).
• A reliable team player with good attendance and work performance.
• Ability to set performance objectives and ensure these are achieved.
• Excellent organisational / admin skills and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience in financial planning for funding applications.
• Experience of working in the charity or not for profit sector.
• Understanding of small-scale charitable trading.
• Experience of commercial contract management.
• Experience of managing an IT service provider.
• Knowledge of the Mersey Catchment.
• Good network of contacts in the sector. 

General notes

• Some travel around the Mersey Catchment will be necessary therefore a current driving licence and access to a vehicle (insured for business use) is desirable or otherwise access to public transport networks. 
• This position will from time to time require work during some evenings, weekends and public holidays to meet the needs of the post. A time-off in lieu system is operated by the Trust.
• We will also require the successfully applicant to undergo a basic DBS check and provide satisfactory references from previous employers.

Finance Systems & Projects Officer
 

£38,949 to £42,500 inclusive annual salary up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution.
Permanent, full-time (37 hours pw)
Flexible working options (including hybrid)
Job Ref: P2298
 
About the role
 
St Albans City and District Council is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Systems & Projects Officer to support system upgrades, ensure compliance, and troubleshoot finance systems.
 
You'll work with stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance financial control. Key responsibilities include building financial reports, maintaining general ledger systems, and providing technical support for merchant banking systems. Strong Excel skills and experience in financial system management are essential. Join our team to make a real impact on local government finance.
 
About you
 
You are a proactive problem-solver with a strong understanding of financial systems and the ability to analyse complex data. You will have experience working on multiple projects, balancing priorities, and handling technical issues. If you are AAT Level 3 qualified, enthusiastic, pro-active, proficient in using Excel with attention to details, strong organisational and communication skills, and ready for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!
 
Whilst Local Government/Public Sector experience is desirable, this is not essential. You will receive support, training, and guidance to ensure you are successful in your role.
 
Our team is friendly, and we work well together. Our office is based in St. Albans city centre, great location with excellent transport links, car park available and a short walk from the train station.
 
St Albans is a great place to live and work.
 
In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:
 
• 28.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) bank holidays.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions
• Flexible working options
• Staff Parking Permit
• Reimbursement of professional fees
• Comprehensive development and training
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform
 
Additional Information
 
• Disability Confident - We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.
• Safeguarding - This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
• English Fluency - The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). Further information about the legal requirement can be found here.
 
A detailed job description and person specification are published on the advert for this role. The person specification sets out the criteria we use to assess applicants. The Council reserves the right to reject applicants at the shortlisting stage, where the application process has not been completed correctly.
 
You may also have experience in the following: : Developer, Analyst, Programmer, Programming, .Net, CT Developer, Technical Delivery, Software Analyst, Software Developer, ICT Analyst, Finance System Management, Financial Administration, Financial Ledger systems, Direct Oracle, NetSuite, Workday Adaptive, Software Maintenance etc.
 
REF-223 818

Parish Finance Support Officer

Reports to: Diocesan Financial Controller
Department: Finance
Location:  London SE1

Salary: £36,000 DOB
Contract Type: Permanent, Fulltime 35 hours per week/ Part time considered

Purpose of the Role

The Parish Finance Support Officer (PFSO) will be responsible for communicating and collaborating with the Parishes on their financial needs and issues, and ensuring that they are met by the central team where appropriate, or giving a steer on what responsibility properly resides at the Parish level. The PFSO will also provide feedback and suggestions to finance teams on how to improve their services and performance. the PFSO will have a broad knowledge of all aspects of finance, as well as strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. The finance team is small and supportive, and all members are expected to contribute flexibly across a variety of tasks as needed.

Key Responsibilities

(Please note this list is not exhaustive)

• Serve as the first point of contact for parish employees and clergy on all finance-related queries and issues.
• To develop a clear understanding of the financial goals, challenges, and opportunities within each parish.
• Collaborate with finance team to coordinate and deliver financial services solutions to parishes.
• Monitor and report on the financial performance and compliance of parishes.

· To identify and resolve any financial issues or conflicts that may arise between the Curia and the Parishes

· Provide clear, training and guidance to parish staff on financial systems, policies, and procedures.

· solicit and incorporate feedback from the Parishes on how to enhance the quality and efficiency of the finance team

· Maintain the finance support ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution of requests and producing regular reports

• Create and share training multimedia, and maintain up-to-date, user-friendly guidance materials to support effective use of our accounting systems and processes Gather and relay feedback from parishes to inform service improvements across the finance function.
• Assist the Financial Controller with audit preparation and documentation as required.
• Support the wider finance team with general administrative and financial tasks when needed.

Person Specification

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience in a finance-related role, ideally within the third sector or a decentralised organisational structure
  Solid understanding of financial processes and systems.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non specialists.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• A collaborative team player, willing to support colleagues and take on varied tasks as needed.

Additional Information

• Occasional travel to parishes may be required.
• This role is hybrid

Finance Coordinator is a new role to support our expanding services.

This newly created role will form part of our Finance Team. As a member of a small but dynamic team, you will work closely with the Senior Finance Officer and Head of Finance. Your role will be critical to our success, with your principal responsibilities including:

• processing purchase ledger invoices
• inputting bank and all financial transactions onto the Xero accounting system
• recording donations to Xero accounting system
• reconciling donations, stewardship and CAF transactions with Xero
• reconciling cheques, standing orders and Stripe transactions with Xero
• processing the weekly payment runs ensuring that all payments are paid on time
• processing staff and volunteer expenses

You will have the support of our excellent and established Finance Team, which is central to the smooth and effective running of our operations. You will be responsible for liaising with colleagues at all levels across the organisation, as well as our Trustees, partners and suppliers. 

Operations Manager – St Paul’s Church, Salisbury

St Paul’s is a lively evangelical church in the heart of Salisbury with a vision to see lives transformed by the good news of Jesus. We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Operations Manager to join our Ministry Support Team and play a key role in enabling our mission.

This role involves leading and coordinating the day-to-day operations of the church, including venue and technical management, health and safety, systems administration, and event support. You will also provide administrative support in HR processes, such as onboarding new staff and helping implement systems.

We are seeking someone with strong organisational and communication skills, a practical approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with professionalism. Above all, we want a team player who shares our Christian ethos and is committed to supporting the life and ministry of the church.

This is a full-time role (35 hours per week), with a competitive salary, pension, and the opportunity to serve in a dynamic and outward-facing church community.

Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation: Executive Director of Charities

Location: Office based at Southwark
Salary: £120,000 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Because everyone deserves a fair chance at a long, healthy life, Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation works to tackle health inequalities and support outstanding NHS care. We’re now seeking an ambitious, senior leader in fundraising and marketing for a unique opportunity to become our new Executive Director of Charities. The role will be responsible for shaping the future of our three NHS charities - Guy’s & St Thomas’ Charity, Evelina London Children’s Charity, and Guy’s Cancer Charity and deliver impact that changes lives every day.

About Guy’s and St Thomas’ Foundation

At Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation our vision is to build a society where everyone stays healthier for longer. Every day, people across our communities face health challenges that shape their lives and futures. We are one of the UK’s oldest and largest health Foundations, with over 500 years of history. Rooted across Lambeth, Southwark and beyond, we work with the NHS, communities and partners across sectors to tackle health inequity, support innovation and back bold ideas that can transform society.

Now, we’re scaling our ambition. With Board backing for long-term investment in fundraising growth, and a new capital project at Evelina London Children’s Hospital on the horizon, this is a career-defining opportunity to lead that transformation.

What you’ll do

Reporting directly to our CEO, you will lead the Charities Team – overseeing directors across fundraising, marketing, funding & impact, strategy and innovation, and business and play a key role on the Foundation’s Executive Team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leadership & culture – uniting teams behind a shared vision, fostering high performance, and embedding diversity and inclusion.
• Strategy & fundraising – driving ambitious income growth, shaping large-scale propositions, and championing a culture of philanthropy across the Foundation and the Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust.
• Funding & impact – ensuring we invest strategically in health and equity, while strengthening how we measure and demonstrate impact.
• Partnerships – building deep, collaborative relationships with the Trust’s Executive team, senior clinical leaders, donors and partners.
• Governance & oversight – ensuring robust structures, efficiency and capability for long-term growth and success.

Who you are:

• A vision and mission driven leader, encouraging diverse, positive and collaborative cultures; and developing inclusive processes.
• A proven track record in strategic fundraising and marketing leadership and income growth.
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams in complex organisations, including leading leaders.
• Skill in strategy development and delivery, with the commercial acumen to drive results.
• The ability to inspire diverse stakeholders from senior NHS leaders to high-value donors.
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. 

This is more than a leadership role, it’s a chance to redefine what philanthropy can achieve in healthcare. You’ll have the platform, resources and partnerships to deliver lasting impact at scale.

Ready to Learn More?
If you share our vision and are ready to inspire change, click below to view our full Candidate Pack for everything you need to know – including how to apply.

Closing date: Monday 13th October, 9am

The basics

Location: Agile working 

Contract: Permanent, subject to funding 

Hours: 16 hours per week

Starting salary: £27,445 FTE (£13,722.50 pro rata)

Who we are

Safer London is a charity working with young Londoners and families who are affected by violence and exploitation. We believe that when a child or young person comes to us they are just that – a child or a young person: we don’t define them by the issue that has brought them to us. By working alongside young Londoners, their families and peers in the places where they spend their time, we can create a safe London not just for them but for everyone.

Who you are

Would you like to make a difference to the lives of Young Londoners? 

Do you enjoy helping people get the best out of online systems, designing and delivering high quality training and resources?

Do you have the expertise to provide support to users of case recording systems?

If so, you might be just who we are looking for!

If you are committed and resilient, and believe you have what it takes to help us to improve the lives of young Londoners and their families please apply.

What the role involves

1. Ensuring that there are regular training opportunities for both new starters and those requiring refresher sessions or updates when new functions or forms are released. This will include running system training drop in sessions to assist with queries / hear feedback, and relaying information from these to the Information Governance and IT manager.

2. To support managing the case recording system help desk – so that support is always ava

ilable to front line workers and other stakeholders.

3. Working with the Learning and Development Coordinator to establish an evaluation method and implement this to enable us to assess the effectiveness of each training session and using this to improve future delivery.

4. Produce effective training materials and guidance documents, and develop and maintain a training area on our case recording system, including the creation of dummy forms and files for new users to access and use as a training sandbox

5. Performing case recording system changes to forms and lists as directed by the Information Governance and IT Lead

6. Support the Data Reporting and System Support Lead with regards to user administration and user support at times of absence and increased need

7. Working with the Learning and Development Coordinator to support the creation of e-learning training modules for our LMS (currently RISE) Acting at all times in line with safeguarding legislation and guidance in addition to Safer London’s practice guidelines and wider pan-London processes and protocols.

8. Undertaking any other duties as required and commensurate with the level of this post, including covering the Data Reporting and CRS support lead post functions when relevant.

Additional Information

Safer London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect anyone who works and volunteers with us to share this commitment. As part of this commitment we will request a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check, as well as references covering the last five years, for the successful candidates.

We value diversity and encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We know that in order to make London a safer place for the young people that live here we need a diverse range of perspectives, experience, and knowledge.

Why working for us is different:

Encouraging work life balance

Ø  Safer London is a 4 day/32 hour (FTE) working week organisation. This means that you have a regular day off in the week with no impact on your pay.

Ø  179 hours annual leave (plus bank holidays and pro rata for those who join us part time) rising after 3 and 5 years of service.

Ø  Flexible and smart working policies in line with an agile way of working.

Ø  Agile working - meaning you can work from different locations like home, in the community, from our office (job dependent).

Enriching your work life

Ø  Opportunities for learning and development

Ø  New modern offices

Ø  Opportunities to feedback including surveys and groups

Ø  Reflective practice sessions

Ø  Reduced caseloads compared to statutory services

Caring for you and your family

Ø  Enhanced family leave

Ø  Death in service benefit

Ø  Thinking about your finances

Ø  Discounted season ticket loan

Ø  Pension scheme

Ø  Cycle to work scheme

Ø  Expenses float scheme

Sound good? Here’s how to apply

To apply please complete the online application form and submit it as soon as possible: Safer London runs a rolling recruitment process which means that applications are shortlisted and invited for interview within one week of receipt. As soon as a suitable candidate is found no further applications will be considered.

As part of the online application you will be required to confirm you have read our Privacy and Cookie Policy and Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy.

Please make sure you find the Job Pack attached by clicking the apply button on this page or find it on Safer London’s Website. 

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process or if you experience any technical issues when trying to access and/or complete the application through the online portal, please contact us via the “Contact us” section of our website or find our contact information in the Job Pack.

Safer London is not a sponsoring organisation for foreign nationals and you must be able to show proof that you have permission to live and work in the UK in order to be considered for this role.

We are open to flexible, hybrid and remote-working, with some in person attendance required to support our conferences and events (approximately 4-6 per year) across the country, and attendance to our in-person team days in Leeds (2 per year).

About us

Student Minds is the UK’s student mental health charity. We have a clear vision: No student should be held back by their mental health. We empower students to build their own mental health toolkit to support themselves and their peers through university life and beyond. We challenge the higher education sector, health sector, and government to make student mental health a priority.

The opportunity

We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive Programme Officer to join our Sector Improvement Team. You’ll play a vital role in helping us deliver the flagship University Mental Health Charter Programme and Award, which supports universities to promote the mental health and wellbeing of their staff and students.

This is a varied and purposeful role, where you’ll provide administrative, logistical, and digital communication support across the programme. From managing bookings and contracts, to coordinating communications and supporting event delivery, your work will help us deliver a high-quality experience to our university members and stakeholders across the UK.

This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on detail, enjoys working with digital systems, and wants to make a meaningful impact on student mental health.

Your key responsibilities

• Provide effective administrative and logistical support for the University Mental Health Charter Programme and Award.

• Support the planning and delivery of events, meetings, and online activities.

• Act as a first point of contact for member universities and stakeholders, handling enquiries and signposting appropriately.

• Coordinate programme communications, including newsletters, inbox management, and digital hub content.

• Maintain accurate records and support finance processes.

• Help manage digital tools and systems to improve efficiency and stakeholder engagement.

What we’re looking for

• Experience in an administrative or support role.

• GCSE Maths and English, or equivalent qualification or experience or demonstration of ability.

• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Confidence working with digital tools and systems.

• Ability to manage your own workload, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.

• A collaborative, proactive, and adaptable approach.

• Commitment to Student Minds’ values of inclusion, co-production, and anti-racism.

What you’ll gain

• The chance to contribute to a high-impact national programme supporting better mental health for university communities across the UK.

• Experience in a varied role with opportunities to learn and develop.

• A supportive and collaborative workplace culture that values wellbeing.

• Flexibility in how and where you work.

How to apply

If this sounds like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you!

1. Download the recruitment pack in the document section at the bottom of this page, where you’ll find more information about the role including responsibilities and person specifications. 

2. Download and complete our application form-  instead of collecting CVs, we use an application form to ensure fairness and equal opportunity for all. 

3. Upload your completed application form, by clicking 'Redirect to Recruiter'. 

4. Complete the Equality Monitoring Form. 

Closing date for applications: 28th September 2025

Interviews: 8th-9th October 2025

Student Minds is committed to building an inclusive team and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and walks of life.

About The Sherwood Forest Trust

Join a passionate team at the Sherwood Forest Trust – a charity dedicated to protecting, restoring, and celebrating the unique landscape, wildlife, and heritage of Sherwood Forest. Our mission is to build a wilder, more connected environment where local communities are empowered to steward this legendary landscape for future generations.

The Opportunity

Are you an organised, proactive professional who enjoys supporting a dedicated team and making a difference? As our Office Manager, you’ll oversee smooth office operations, including:

• Bookkeeping and financial record management

• HR administration (including NEST pensions and payroll preparation)

• Admin, procurement, and document management (using Office 365/SharePoint)

• Office contracts, H&S, and day-to-day landlord liaison

• Supporting the CEO and trustees with reports and charity compliance

Ideal Candidate

We’re seeking someone who is:

• Experienced in office management, administration, or a similar role

• Financially savvy with strong bookkeeping skills

• Organised, flexible, and able to handle changing priorities

• Proficient in Office 365 and accounting software (Quickbooks experience a plus)

• A confident communicator, collaborative and reliable

• Passionate about making an impact in the charity/not-for-profit sector

What We Offer

• Flexible hours 

• Generous annual leave 

• Employer-contributory pension

• Personal training and development

• Welcoming office and meeting space in Edwinstowe

Finance and Business Support Officer Location: Blackpool Salary: £37,500 (FTE) Actual salary £30,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Part Time, Permanent Hours: 30 Hours per week (over 4/5 days) Closing date: 8th October 2025 Purpose of the Role Working closely with the CEO and Service Manager, the job holder will be responsible for day-to-day finance duties and coordinate the administrative operations of Fylde Coast Women’s Aid to provide a reliable support function which covers all operational areas including Finance, and facilities management. Finance & Resources Duties: To ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded using SAGE and Excel Monthly reconciliation of the bank accounts Prepare annual estimates on income and expenditure and formulate the budget in consultation with the CEO, Service Manager and Treasurer Monitor and control income and expenditure in line with agreed budget, maintain funding streams, arrange payment of all invoices and orders in line with agreed policy Maintain effective internal controls to ensure all expenditure is properly accounted for, the assets for the charity are maintained, and all accounts are ready and prepared for audit and ensure compliance with all auditors’ recommendations Assist in the preparation and submission of bids for funding To prepare bi-monthly accounts for the Trustees To reconcile petty cash Submit statutory accounts to the Charity Commission by due date, and to funders as required. Office Administration To manage the day-to-day administrative functions of FCWA, putting in place clear procedures and systems to enable all administration to be completed efficiently and effectively. To ensure filing systems are maintained, secure and up to date. To be responsible for ordering supplies as required. To manage receipt of all donations made to FCWA, coordinating collections as required. To monitor multiple FCWA email addresses and respond to all queries in a timely manner.  Take and distribute minutes and action points of any relevant meetings Facilities Maintenance To ensure building and facilities are maintained to an acceptable standard To conduct health and safety checks and risk assessments at FCWA office To arrange maintenance work on FCWA workplaces, including sourcing quotes and planning for work to be completed.  General Responsibilities Contribute to the overall development of Fylde Coast Women’s Aid services by attending team meetings. Participate in training and developmental working groups as agreed by the post-holder and Service Manager. Support the implementation of FCWA policies and procedures within FCWA services. Develop effective and supportive working relationships with all FCWA staff. Assist in and maintain effective communication which promotes free flow of non-confidential information and issues within Fylde Coast Women’s Aid, other agencies, and members of the public. Ensure work is completed within specified timescales. Maintain professional practice in line with Fylde Coast Women’s Aid aims and principles. Carry out any reasonable duty as directed by the CEO/Service Manager Person Specification It is essential that the post holder has the following: Knowledge and understanding of Gendered nature of DVA and safeguarding Office practices and procedures Bookkeeping systems and information databases such as Sage and Office 365 Data Protection Health and Safety at work including risk assessments Education, qualifications & training ATT qualification to minimum level 3 or equivalent GCSE Maths and English Sage qualification  Experience Working in a similar role for 2 to 5 years Bookkeeping and record management Working within the voluntary sector Skills and abilities Ability to work under pressure. Ability to plan own workload, to manage time effectively and to deal with changing and competing demands. Ability to think creatively and show initiative. Ability to communicate effectively with a range of professionals and other members of FCWA Excellent verbal and written communications skills including excellent spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Ability to maintain effective administrative and monitoring systems. Proficient in word-processing, spreadsheets, and databases, preferably using Microsoft Windows. Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to maintain professional boundaries, adhere to confidentiality policies and use diplomacy and discretion Strong commitment to working as part of a team Ability to work independently with little supervision and to show initiative To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and clearance. You must be eligible to work in the UK.

Finance and Operations Assistant
Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity
Bristol, Bristol City (Hybrid)
£24,500 per year
Full-time
Contract (FTC 12 month contract)

Working for a charity is great.  Working for  Bristol & Weston Hospitals Charity is greater!

We are a Disability Confident Employer

Job description
The Finance and Operations Assistant will provide essential administrative and operational support across the Finance and Grants team. This is a varied role requiring excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Essential
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage different tasks.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, able to deal with queries by phone and email in a professional manner.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work flexibly across different functions and as part of a team.
Desirable
• Experience working with finance or grant management systems. 
• Previous experience in a finance, grants, or operations support role.
• A genuine interest in the work of our charity and enthusiasm for supporting our mission.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITES
Finance Support
• Count and reconcile all cash donations, preparing receipts and ensuring timely banking.
• Work with the Junior Finance Officer to ensure banking is carried out regularly and that cash held remains within insured limits.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly Lottery reports for both internal monitoring and Gambling Commission compliance.
• Issue receipt books and maintain an up-to-date receipt book log.
• Manage stationery orders and oversee the receipt of goods.
Grant Administration
• Manage the Grants and Payments inboxes, responding to and allocating queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor the Grants phone line, dealing with queries and escalating where necessary.
• Log incoming applications onto spreadsheets, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
• Set up grant application and payment folders, ensuring all relevant documentation is stored correctly.
• Support approvals administration including saving emails, generating GA numbers, and drafting approval emails and letters.
• Support the Grants Officer to upload new grant commitments onto Exchequer.
• Support the Grants Officer to write off grant commitments in Exchequer when required and update associated working folders.
• Order grant-related items on the charity credit card as required.
Operations Support
• Support the Director of Finance and Operations with a range of operational and administrative tasks.
• Administer all-staff training on the organisation’s e-learning platform, ensuring compliance records are up to date.
• Support with HR data input and maintaining accurate employee records.
• Assist with other ad-hoc operational tasks, including compliance and other project related support.

Benefits:​

27 days annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays, an additional day off for your birthday and a bonus wellbeing day

Hybrid working, with a great central Bristol location for office days

Flexible working opportunities 

Employer pension contributions - up to 8% matched

Life insurance cover

Blue Light card with discounts across categories such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many more

Excellent work culture and environment

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Social events with the whole charity team

The Political Studies Association (PSA) is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join our team as Membership, Programmes & Events Assistant!

In this role, you will provide key administrative support across our membership services, events, and programmes - including the prestigioius PSA26 Annual Conference.

This is a fixed term contract for six months from October 2025 to April 2026.

Applications are open to all, including PhD students and Early Career Researchers.

For full details of the role, please review the job description.

To apply, please send your CV, a cover letter, and a completed Equal Opps Form by 5pm on Friday, 3 October 2025.