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Lead the operations, governance and compliance that enable Solving Kids' Cancer UK to deliver its mission and impact for children and families affected by neuroblastoma. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will play a critical role in ensuring the charity operates effectively, compliantly and sustainably.
This broad and varied leadership role spans governance, risk, HR, IT, data protection and organisational operations, supporting delivery of the charity's strategy through robust systems, policies and processes. Acting as Company Secretary, you will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, providing advice on governance, regulatory requirements and best practice. As a member of the Leadership Team, you will oversee key operational functions, lead cross-organisational projects and deputise for the CEO where required.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a strategic, highly organised and values-driven leader with strong experience in charity operations, governance and compliance. You will have a track record of ensuring organisations are well run, compliant and effectively managed, with the ability to oversee multiple operational areas and support strong governance and decision-making at Board level.
You will be comfortable working across a broad remit, including governance, risk, HR, IT and data protection, and confident providing clear, practical advice to senior leaders and trustees.
Person specification
Key requirements include:
- Significant senior-level experience in operations, governance or compliance within a charity or similar environment.
- Strong understanding of charity governance and regulation, with experience supporting boards and senior leadership.
- Experience overseeing organisational functions such as HR, IT, data protection or risk.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross-organisational work effectively.
- Strong judgement, integrity and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.
See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK.
This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution at the heart of a small, ambitious charity where strong operations are a vital enabler of impact for children and families.
Location: Home-based, within easy reach of London, with regular travel to the London office and occasional UK-wide travel.
First-stage interview: Thursday 6 August
Second-stage interview: Thursday 13 August
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Our vision is a future where no child dies of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma or suffers due to the treatment they receive.
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About Us
UKATA is the leading professional body in the UK for those learning and practicing Transactional Analysis (TA). Founded in 1974, UKATA has grown into a vibrant community of over 1100 members, from curious learners to advanced practitioners, all dedicated to the growth of TA theory and practice. UKATA is an organisational member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the European Association of Transactional Analysis (EATA).
The Opportunity
This is a key operational role at the heart of UKATA. You’ll combine day-to-day operational coordination with responsibility for agreed projects and organisational improvements. You’ll also support members, governance, communications and events, working closely with the Managing Director, contractors and volunteers to help deliver an excellent experience for our members.
No two days are the same. One day you might be coordinating an online event, updating our website or producing reports from our membership management system to support decision-making. The next you could be designing an internal process, supporting our National Conference or leading a new organisational project.
What You'll Do
- Play a central role in the smooth day-to-day running of UKATA and helping improve how we work
- Lead key projects to improve systems, processes and the member experience
- Support members, governance and UKCP registration processes
- Maintain and develop our CRM, website and digital systems
- Help deliver communications, events and member engagement
- Work closely with trustees, volunteers and contractors to support the organisation
- Build relationships with members, registered training providers and other stakeholders
About You
We’re looking for an organised, proactive and collaborative professional to join our small team – someone who:
- enjoys bringing structure to a busy and varied workload
- is proactive and confident using their initiative
- likes turning ideas into practical action
- builds positive working relationships with a wide range of people
- communicates clearly and professionally
- enjoys balancing day-to-day administration with longer-term projects and improvements.
What We Offer
This role offers the chance to work with a respected organisation while making a genuine difference to our members and the wider TA community. You'll have:
- Flexible, remote working arrangements, with regular UK travel
- A varied role with genuine ownership and opportunity to shape how we work
- A supportive, collaborative team, working closely with members and volunteers across the UK
- Ongoing learning and professional development
- Employer sick pay scheme
- Employer pension contribution
- Reasonable travel and accommodation expenses for work-related travel.
- 33 days annual leave per annum (FTE), including bank holidays
Location and Working Hours
This is a home-based role with flexible remote working arrangements. Regular travel across the UK is required to support conferences, trustee and committee meetings, planning days, and other organisational activities. On average, this is expected to be around once a month, although the level of travel will go up and down, with some periods busier than others. Reasonable travel and accommodation expenses will be reimbursed in line with UKATA policies.
We are looking for someone who can work 30 hours across at least four days a week, primarily during normal weekday office hours. Some flexibility will be required to attend occasional evening meetings and weekend events.
Salary
The full-time equivalent salary for this role is £40,000. The pro rata salary is £32,000.
Thank you for your interest in working with UKATA. We look forward to reading your application.
Registered Charity
1 - 5
UKATA is an association and professional body for people interested in, studying and practicing Transactional Analysis within the United Kingdom.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.