Chief Financial Officer Jobs in Charing Cross, Greater London

Position: Head of Finance & Corporate Services

Location: Hybrid. The Trust's offices are in the park on Ledrington Road, SE19 2BB.

Type: Full time, 40 hours per week, permanent (with 0.8 FTE considered).

Salary: c. £45k pa (pro rata for 0.8 FTE)

Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, increases by a day, pro rata, each year completed, up to 30 days pro rata. Employer Pension Contribution 5%; Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) service; Flexible working.

Closing date for applications: Monday 7 October 2024 at 10:00

Interview date: Friday 25 October 2024

About the role

At over 200 acres Crystal Palace Park is far larger than most urban parks. Beloved as a ‘back garden’ to many people in the surrounding neighbourhoods, it is also of national and international significance due to its design as the grounds to the Victorian architectural masterpiece, The Crystal Palace, and its rich unique heritage including the 170-year-old world-famous dinosaurs. Today, circa one million people visit the park every year; to relax and meet friends and family, take part in sports and physical exercise, enjoy world-class acts during summer festivals, or simply have a moment of peace and enjoyment of nature.

The Head of Finance & Corporate Services role offers the opportunity to join a young and growing registered charity at an exciting point in its evolution, and to help lead on establishing Crystal Palace Park as an exemplar in urban park management, community-led regeneration, and cultural and heritage programming.

We are looking for a qualified finance professional to join our friendly team in the post of Head of Finance & Corporate Services as we develop our systems, infrastructure, and income streams to secure our long-term sustainability. Central to the success of our strategy is an efficient finance function providing timely management information and strong financial controls.

You will be an astute finance professional who is able to provide sound financial advice as well having a strong grip on day-to-day financial operations. You will also ideally have experience of HR, IT, and administrative functions, and will assume company secretary responsibilities, enjoying direct liaison with our Board of Trustees.

How to apply

For more information on how to apply, please download the application pack here. Please submit the required documents to jobs@ with the subject ‘Role: Head of Finance & Corporate Services’

Applications must be received by Monday 7 October 2024 at 10am

Interviews will be held on Friday 25 October 2024. All applicants must submit an Equal Opportunities Form

Crystal Palace Park Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that our staff should represent the communities, organisations, and individuals that we work with and support. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or nationality.

We thank all applicants for their interest.

IFST is hiring – we are the leading professional body for food professionals and are looking for a Registration, Accreditation and Membership Manager to push forward our work to promote food science and technology for the benefit, safety, and health of everyone.

As our Registration, Accreditation and Membership Manager you will be responsible for overseeing the membership lifecycle process. In addition, this role coordinates and actively manages the administration of applications and renewals for the Institute’s accreditation and professional registration assessments, working closely with our voluntary assessors and committees. These functions are managed using the Institute’s CRM system and integrated software.

You will coordinate and actively manage the flow of applications for IFST’s wide range of membership and other registration assessment processes, via our network of trained assessors. The role is also responsible for monitoring and reporting to ensure consistently high standards of assessment are maintained, and for the maintenance and integrity of our registers including CPD associated with our registers. You will efficiently manage the accreditation of training programmes and courses.

You will be a confident communicator with an eye for detail and knowledge of Professional Development and Recognition and/or CPD schemes. Ideally you will have Food Sector and/or University sector experience. As the lead role in our Membership team, you’ll line manage our Registration and Accreditation Officer and our Registration and Accreditation Administrator to provide an excellent service to our members. We are a small team, so a proactive and can-do attitude are just as important as your communication & organisational skills.

We offer an attractive benefits package including 34 days leave, (including bank holidays) a team benefits scheme and hybrid working arrangements. Salary scale £33-38k DOE + benefits.

This is a Full Time role (35 hours per week). The post will be Hybrid - based in the IFST Office (Hammersmith, W6) with the opportunity to work from home. The exact split is flexible and to be agreed.

If you’re a self-starter and are interested in working for the leading membership body for food professionals; join us as the lead of our Membership team and a key part of our wider Executive Team. To apply, submit your CV and a cover letter. Please ensure you have read the person specification.

We will look at applications as we receive them. If we think you could be right for the role, we will ask you to come in to meet us. If you have any questions about this role please email via us.

(No agencies, please)

About IFST

We are the UK’s leading professional body for those involved in all aspects of food science and technology. We are an internationally respected independent membership body, supporting food professionals through knowledge sharing and professional recognition.

Our core aim is the advancement of food science and technology based on impartial science and knowledge sharing.

Our membership comprises individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, from students to experts, working across a wide range of disciplines within the sector.

We are a registered charity (no 1121681) and a company limited by guarantee (no 930776).

IFST is guided in its decision-making and activities by its five values and through a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Our values:

• Evidence-based Professional Innovative Independent Food Science Community

For further information about us, please see our website.

IFST’s EDI Statement

The Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) recognises that diversity is not only a moral imperative but also a catalyst for innovation and excellence in scientific endeavours. We recognise the importance and benefits of equal opportunities, diversity, inclusion and eliminating discrimination in every aspect of our work. By embracing diverse perspectives, experiences, and talents, IFST aims to drive positive change and advance the field of food science for the benefit of society.

We aim to ensure that no individual or group is treated more or less favourably than others on grounds of sex, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, race, ethnic origin, nationality, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity/paternity or religion.

We work to comply with all the legislation related to equal opportunities to ensure that the culture, philosophy and processes within IFST are free from bias of any kind.

We actively encourage applications from individuals who may be underrepresented in our workforce, including those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and women.

About Us

Headway East London is a charity supporting people living with brain injury. Working across 13 London boroughs we offer specialist support and services for survivors and their families. We offer therapies, advocacy, family support and community support work alongside our day service: a community venue where people can make the most of their abilities and interests.

We also promote awareness and understanding of brain injury by providing information to the public, and offering training to university students, professionals and businesses.

Our vision is to build a community where people with brain injury are valued, respected and able to fulfil their potential.

About the role

The Director of Operations leads all our member-facing services and operations to ensure that these services run effectively. The post holder is responsible for overseeing business planning and managing income streams, ensuring financial sustainability. They will maintain all relationships with local authorities, Integrated Care Boards, and private funders, ensuring the quality of services and adherence to best practices, regulations, and legislation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Please see job pack for more details)

• Provide strategic leadership to the service leads for all our member-facing services, and the administration and premises team to ensure the efficient delivery, quality, and consistency of services, guided by the principles of co-production.
• Oversee the development of plans and strategies for each team and instil a sense of collaboration, common goals, and working together across the departments to ensure the sustainability of our services.
•  Oversee all budgets within the departments.
• Build good relationships with stakeholders in the boroughs we serve to develop opportunities for growth and development of our services.
• Lead on commissioning/tender/framework contracting arrangements with the local authorities we serve.
• Lead on safeguarding and health and safety to ensure we are compliant in all areas.
• Work with staff to ensure our members’ voices are at the centre of everything we do.
• Work with the managers and the Finance team to ensure unit costs are correct and work to ensure full costs of the service are recovered from customers.
• Support the teams and work with the Director of Development and Fundraising to explore new opportunities to develop our business to generate income.

Key Relationships - Internal and External

• Members
• Staff and volunteers 
•  Board of Trustees
• Commissioners
•  External Partners

Other

• Apply the Headway East London values and behaviours to every aspect of the role at all times.
• Protect and enhance the interests and reputation of Headway East London internally and externally.
•  Commit to the organisational principles of: coproduction equity, diversity and inclusion sustainability

Headway East London is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work. We welcome applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age and other protected status as required by law. We promote and protect human rights; they are the foundation of what we do. We want to be an inclusive place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and contribute their unique strengths and perspectives. We are focused on equality and believe that all the fascinating characteristics that make us different, make us more able to deliver our life-changing work with passion and creativity.

Director of Communications and Research

About us:

Are you passionate about financial capability? Join us to develop knowledge, resources and tools that are accessible to all!

At The London Foundation for Banking & Finance (LFBF), our story began in 1879 when a group of visionary bank workers set out to elevate professional standards and leadership in the industry. Over the past 145 years, we became a recognised leader in financial services education, offering industry-leading qualifications and setting the gold standard for professional competency.

In 2023 we entered an exciting new chapter as an independent charity, revitalising and refocusing our mission to improve financial capability and empower professionals in the sector. We are now seeking passionate leaders to join our senior management team and work alongside our Chief Executive to drive this transformation forward.

Our charitable objective is the advancement of knowledge and education in financial services, and to carry out research and publish useful results for the benefit of the public. In doing so, we seek to improve levels of financial literacy and skills, as well as support those working within or considering a career in the financial services industry.

Our objective is just as relevant, perhaps even more so, today as it has been in our long history. If you're inspired to make a real impact and contribute to the advancement of financial knowledge for the benefit of society, we want to hear from you.

About the role:

In this senior communications and research professional role, you will be instrumental in shaping and executing strategic objectives, specifically through the development of a comprehensive research and communications strategy that aligns with our charitable objects and goals. Your responsibilities encompass brand development, research and content creation initiatives, managing our online presence and media relations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a senior communications and research professional who is looking to apply their expertise in a strategic leadership role while enjoying both the flexibility of hybrid working and flexible part-time hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing the research and communications strategy including PR, marketing and stakeholder management, ensuring alignment with our charitable goals.
• Defining the brand identity and developing brand guidelines.
• Developing and managing research projects, content creation and storytelling.
• Leading and managing the digital communications for the charity.
• Leading and handling media relations.
• Leading and developing stakeholder communications.
• Leading and managing the promotion and delivery of events as well as networking and identifying speaking opportunities for LFBF spokespeople

You will have:

• Worked in a senior PR and Communications role, preferably at Director level.
• Excellent strategic communication and brand management skills.
• Project management skills to oversee PR and marketing plans, and expertise in identifying and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
• Research, content creation and storytelling experience, as well as managing digital platforms, including websites, social media, and digital advertising.
• Experience in organising and promoting events, networking, and securing speaking opportunities.
• Strong media relations skills covering developing press materials through to managing media coverage.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What we offer:

• An opportunity to make a significant impact on the success of the strategy of the charity.
• A collaborative, adaptable and supportive work environment where integrity and innovation are valued.
• Competitive compensation based on your experience and the charity sector.
• Hybrid working – work from home and work from our London office based in the City: we’d like you to be in the office on two fixed days a month but otherwise we’re flexible.
• Flexible working days and times: We’re happy to be flexible as we trust you to get things done.
• We recognise that physical, mental and financial wellbeing is important:
  • so enjoy our generous annual leave (30 days plus bank holidays for full time hours, pro rata for part time hours) – which increases further after two and five years’ service. You can also buy and sell annual leave.
  • join our Private Medical insurance scheme.
  • provision of generous life insurance cover, to provide financial security to your loved ones should the worst happen.

About the Open Government Partnership (OGP)

The Open Government Partnership is a global partnership that brings together government and civil society reformers to create ambitious reforms to advance open government. Recently, OGP launched an ambitious five-year strategy built on five collective goals. 

1. Goal 1: Build a growing, committed, and interconnected community of open government reformers, activists, and champions.

2. Goal 2: Make open government central to how all levels and branches of government function and deliver on their priorities.

3. Goal 3: Protect and expand civic space.

4. Goal 4: Accelerate collective progress on open government reforms.

5. Goal 5: Become the home of inspirational open government innovations, evidence, and stories.

OGP is a non-profit organization with offices in the US, Belgium, the UK, and Berlin. It offers a primarily remote working environment and has staff in more than 15 countries worldwide.

About the Role

The Open Government Partnership (OGP) Support Unit (SU) seeks an experienced accounting professional with proven track record  in the non-profit sector to provide finance and accounting services to support the Finance team.  We are looking for an individual with strong understanding of accounting principles, with excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail. 

The consultant will assist with preparing and analyzing financial reports and ensuring that financial records are accurate and compliant with relevant regulations where OGP conducts business. This role involves various accounting tasks, including general ledger entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and assisting with audits. The Consultant will work closely with other finance team members to ensure that financial and accounting systems, controls, and standards are in place to support the organization's overall financial health.

 Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and experience with  accounting software- Intacct or Netsuite preferred. The consultant can work remotely, with a preference to be based in the Washington, D.C. area, London, or Brussels.

Deliverables and Timeline

Consultant services are required through March 31, 2025, with the possibility of a contract extension. Key deliverables and services to be provided include:

1. General Ledger Maintenance:

   • Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.

   • Maintain and update balance sheet account reconciliations.

   • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

2. Financial Reporting:

   • Prepare draft  financial statements and supporting schedules.

   • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.

   • Support compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

3. Accounts Payable and Receivable:

   • Review payables and receivables.

   • Review and post accounts receivable payments.

   • Reconcile bank accounts using the accounting system.

4. Audit and Compliance:

   • Assist the Finance Director with internal and external audits.

   • Support the Finance Director to ensure adherence to internal controls, financial policies, and donor requirement regulations.

   • Maintain accurate and organized financial records for audit purposes.

5. Budgeting and Forecasting:

   • Assist in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.

   • Assist with analyzing variances between actual results and budgeted figures.

6. Special Projects:

   • Support special projects and process improvements as needed.

   • Support the implementation of new budgeting software

Agreement and payment

OGP and the Consultant will enter into a service contract as listed in this Terms of Reference. The agreement will start as soon as possible. For services rendered per the description above, the consultant will be issued a contract with a fee of US$60/hour (VAT included) corresponding to about 20 hours per week between October and March. Contract will be for a maximum of 560 hours of work through March 31, 2025, with a ceiling amount of USD $33,600, with possibility of renewal. The consultant will invoice OGP at either monthly or other agreed upon frequency intervals, as preferred, and include details of number of hours worked and description of services rendered per invoice period and banking information. OGP will provide an invoice template. 

Interested consultants should submit their applications using this form. We will only review applications submitted through the google form.

About the Role

The Assistant Reserves Officer is one of our team managing and developing the Trust’s nature reserves for people and wildlife.  Your work place includes internationally recognised wetlands and woodlands along with nationally important meadows, chalk grasslands and heathland across Hertfordshire and Middlesex.

You will need to have strong experience in practical habitat management, including the use of power tools and machinery, such as chainsaws, brush cutters and BCS mowers. You will have experience of working within a dynamic team and leading volunteers. You will need to have a keen interest in wildlife and preferably a knowledge of the habitats in our area.

No two days are the same as an ARO at HMWT; you will get the opportunity to utilise and develop your practical habitat management skills across our nature reserves including tree felling, coppicing, scrub clearance, hay cutting and pond/ditch management. You will also undertake the maintenance of site infrastructure; assist with the management of livestock; and perform surveying and monitoring of habitat/species, tree safety and infrastructure. These tasks will be delivered working closely with members of the nature reserves team; our volunteer wardens and our practical conservation volunteers.

Willingness to travel throughout our work area and flexibility to work occasional irregular hours is required for this post.

Before applying please read our full recruitment pack. Please ensure you are able to commute daily to our offices in St. Albans and any of the Trust’s sites within a reasonable timeframe. If you are thinking of relocating to this area please research these options prior to submitting an application.

As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our staff.

Full details can be found on our recruitment pack.

About the Trust

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and help people connect with nature. With a team of volunteers we care for wild places so that nature has a place to thrive. We help people experience the wildlife on their doorsteps and to take steps to protect it.

We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.

Our head office is based in the attractive setting of Verulamium Park on the outskirts of St Albans.

Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly and committed to wildlife conservation and exemplifies our values of professionalism, valuing contributions by others and continuing to improve.

How do we support you?

The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.

In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits.

Please refer to our website for full benefit details. 

Job Description

The Jewish Museum London has undergone substantial positive change over the past year, moving out of our Camden site and moving to a ‘Museum without Walls’ model. With new leadership installed at both lay and staff levels and a consultation process about to begin for the development of a five and fifteen-year strategy the Museum is looking for a new member of the team to assist our new CEO, Sally Angel, as she works to deliver a new vision for the Museum.

Our museum is made up of passionate and expert staff and a collection of over 40,000 objects which are both accredited and designated with Outstanding status by Arts Council England. Our learning programmes hold multiple awards, and our visitor feedback is consistently very high, however, we have much bigger ambitions than our current success. The Museum is looking to expand, in space, in profile and in audience reach. We are looking for someone passionate about our potential to assist the CEO and the wider team as we move forward to the next phase of the Jewish Museum London.

Reporting to the CEO, the appointed candidate will have the organisational and administrative skills to ensure the CEO and SLT can efficiently run the Museum as well as provide general administrative support to the office.

The full application pack including responsiblities and personal specification is availble to view as a PDF or on our application page by clicking 'Apply'.

Uxbridge

£42,000 - £45,000

• 37 days holiday
• Defined benefit LG pension scheme (20%/10%)
• Free parking

Management Accountant required for locally respected Not-for-Profit organisation in Uxbridge who offer fantastic benefits such as 37 days holiday, generous defined benefit pension and opportunities to develop your skills.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Management Accountant will support the consolidation of four entities to produce the management accounts and investigate budget variances for the group.

Detailed duties include;

• Produce accurate and timely consolidated management accounts to agreed deadlines
• Assist the Finance Manager with the investigations of budget variances
• Complete balance sheet control accounts reconciliations including bank reconciliation, accruals and prepayments
• Maintain the nominal ledger coding structure and ensure that all transactions are correctly coded
• Prepare and post income recognition journals as part of the month end and year end process
• Follow month end procedure, post month end journals, update the schedules including energy, rates and refectory
• Assist the Finance Director and Finance Manager with the production of the consolidated year end accounts
• Assist the Finance Director and Finance Manager with cashflow forecasting and monitoring

In order to be successful in the role we are looking for candidates to be actively studying towards a finance qualification and relevant experience of management accounts.

You will also have excellent communication skills both written and verbal who can build relationships with a wide range of professional stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career in a management accounting role whilst being supported with your own personal development.

Finance and Resources Manager (Full Time)

Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse (AAFDA) was founded by Frank Mullane in memory of his sister Julia Pemberton and her son Will who were both killed by her ex-partner in 2003.  

Each year, around 150 families lose a loved one to domestic homicide. The actual number of suicides as a result of domestic abuse remains unknown. AAFDA’s prime function is to provide families in England and Wales with specialist peer support and expert and specialist advocacy for the range of statutory reviews that will take place after domestic homicide.

As a growing charity, AAFDA is looking for an exceptional candidate to join our supportive team and lead our finance and resource management functions. The role will provide and manage the HR, administration and finance activities of the charity and sit within the Senior Leadership Team.

This role is offered on a full-time basis (subject to funding). Although home based, occasional travel will be required. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from those with Black and/or Minoritised backgrounds. 

In return for joining us, we will offer you:  

A salary of £32,000 - £34,000 

Hours - 40 Hours per week

Additional salary enhancements after 1 year, 3 years and 6 years of service (in addition to any cost of living increases agreed by the Board of Trustees)

• 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays 

• Development and training opportunities 

• Pension scheme 

• Employee Assistance scheme. Death in Service benefit and Health care scheme.

Closing date: 6th October 2024

Interviews expected to be held: 21 and 22 October 2024 

Applicants will be shortlisted according to how well they meet the person specification.  Please highlight and explain how you meet this specification in your supporting statement. If you have been shortlisted for interview, you will be informed by email. Regrettably, we are normally unable to acknowledge unsuccessful applicants. Please note that we will not be able to progress applications where the supporting statement does not address the criteria for the role being applied for.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Charity Lead Administrator to support our organisation on a part-time basis. This role involves a lot of liaising with key stakeholders, including the Project Director, Trustees, Finance Administrator, and external accountants, making it vital for the successful running of our charity.

As the Charity Lead Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing grant agreements, helping to finalise grant requests, compiling reports to donors, and ensuring due diligence. You will also coordinate funding requests and ensure compliance with grant terms, particularly around expenditure tracking and reporting. Your strong understanding of budget structures will be key in supporting financial management processes.

You will be working with Climate Response Limited, who currently run the Climate Crisis Advisory Group (CCAG), a world leading group of climate science experts, supporting their work globally.

Responsibilities include:

· Liaising with Key Stakeholders: Act as the central point of communication between the Project Director, Board of Trustees, Finance Administrator, and external accountants.

· Grant and Reporting Management: Assist in preparing and finalising grant agreements, donor reports, and funding requests. Ensure that all grant terms are met, including compliance with reporting requirements and accurate recording and coding of expenditure.

· Meeting Preparation and Support: Prepare agendas in consultation with stakeholders and distribute relevant documents in advance of board meetings.

· Minuting Meetings: Accurately record and distribute minutes for board and project meetings.

· Budget Administration: Collaborate closely with the Finance Director and assist with budget tracking, ensuring that expenses align with financial reports and funding requirements.

· Xero Support: Aid in financial tracking and decision-making by ensuring that Xero coding accurately reflects the spending structure. Assist with coding by funder, supplier, working group, or in comparison to the budget, ensuring financial transparency.

· Invoice Management: Review and assign serial numbers to each invoice, verify them against the budget, and pass them to the Finance Director for approval and payment. Escalate queries to the appropriate person only when necessary.

Qualifications:

1. Proven administrative experience, preferably in a charity or non-profit setting.

2. Strong communication and organisational skills, with an emphasis on stakeholder management and financial liaison.

3. Familiarity with financial administration, budget tracking, and compliance with funding terms.

4. Experience with Xero accounting software is beneficial but not essential, as training can be provided.

5. Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.

This role offers flexible working hours, making it ideal for someone looking to contribute to a meaningful cause in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about supporting charitable initiatives and have the skills to keep our operations running smoothly, we would love to hear from you.

The Political Studies Association exists to develop and promote the study of politics. Founded in 1950, we are the leading association in our field in the United Kingdom, with an international membership including academics in political science, theorists and practitioners, policymakers, early career researchers/academics and students in higher education.

Join Our Team!

Your Role: Membership, Programmes and Events Support Assistant (Fixed Term Contract)

Contract: Fixed Term for six months - November 2024 to April 2025. We are open to applications from a PhD student or Early Career Academic.

Hours: 21 (0.6FTE). The post holder will also be expected to attend and support the PSA25 Annual Conference taking place in Birmingham from 14 -16 April 2025. 

Salary:  0.6 FTE of £25k. The post holder will additionally be compensated for in-person attendance and providing support during the Annual Conference period.

Location: All roles are based at our offices in Camden London but the PSA currently supports its staff to work remotely. Post-holders will be required, however, to come into our offices regularly (normally once a week on a Wednesday). The Membership, Programmes and Events team is a friendly bunch who work closely together with responsibility for operations and output across a wide range of our activities. These include: membership, networks, specialist groups, programmes, communications, events including the Annual Lecture and PSA Annual Conference. We are looking for someone to join the team in the six-month run up to, and including attendance at, the PSA25 Annual Conference which is our major event of the year.

Are you ready to carry out this vital role at the heart of the PSA?

Your role and responsibilities:

In terms of the PSA Annual Conference these may include, but are not limited to:

· Responding to standard/general conference email enquiries

· Communicating information and instructions to all participants

· Supporting logistics, operations and communication of information to participants via Ex Ordo (abstract management system) and our virtual conference platform

· Monitoring Ex Ordo data - for example, identifying whether someone is a paper-giver or not and emailing participants for clarification where necessary

· Communicating information and instructions to all participants

· Supporting exhibitors by communicating deadlines and details for their conference space

· Organising catering requirements to cover the conference schedule

· Sourcing venues and menu choices for the Conference Dinner and Conference Drinks events

· Supporting the award of PSA academic prizes including production of certificates

· Monitoring the Prizes in-box and helping with the response to any enquiries

· Collating Academic Prizes nominations made via JotForm for trustees and prize judges

· Joining the team in Birmingham to manage the Annual Conference, including the one-day Undergraduate conference

· You may also be asked to support research and administration related to future PSA conferences

In terms of Membership, Networks and Specialist Groups these may include, but are not limited to:

· Supporting the reconciliation of membership data in readiness for our new database

· Assisting with general email enquiries and emailing all/specific groups of members

· Helping to prepare the data for the issue of December/January membership renewals and recording appropriately on the database

· Responding to general/standard emails from our Specialist Groups

· Replying to enquiries/requests from our Early Career Network and Teaching & Learning Network

· Facilitating Specialist Group and Network digital events including arranging Zooms as required

· Collating articles/announcements for the regular e-newsletter

Additional information: there are currently seven members of PSA staff under the leadership of the CEO. This post reports to the Membership, Events & Programmes Manager who works with two Officers in the team.

Pro-rata 25 days’ annual holiday allowance (plus bank holidays).  

Employer contribution to pension (5% of salary, 10% employer contribution) after successful completion of your probation.

· Compliance with PSA policy including absence, appraisal, and health & safety

· Compliance with GDPR and other good practices which are in place around the data we hold

· On occasion, supporting colleagues in work areas outside of this job description

· Playing a role, together with the wider team, in supporting the Head of Operations & Finance in the smooth running of the PSA offices in Camden, London

The tasks outlined above are subject to change from time to time as determined by business priorities and communicated by the CEO and/or the Membership, Programmes & Events Manager.

September 2024

There has never been a greater need for Independent Age’s work.  More than two million older people are in poverty, with millions more living with precarious finances. At Independent Age, we believe that no older person should face financial hardship. That’s why, by 2027, our goal is to have improved the lives of one million older people.  Our information and advice, grant-making, partnership activity, policy work, and campaigning increases the financial well-being of older people, enabling them to have greater choice and independence in wider areas of life. 

As Director of Services and Grants, you will be responsible for ensuring that our multi-channel services and grants programme serve and improve the lives of older people, reach those who are most likely to be in poverty, and have the maximum impact.  You will help us grow our capacity, build our network of charity and commercial partnerships, develop our external training offer, and reach more people including those groups most likely to experience financial hardship. 

Having operated at a senior level, ideally as part of a Senior Leadership Team, you will be an inspiring leader with a demonstrable passion for our cause.  Experienced in successfully managing service transformation and development, including in a contact centre environment, you will also have an understanding of grants programmes, and of building strategic partnerships and national networks.  With an understanding of demonstrating and reporting on impact, experience of supporting fundraising for services and bidding for contracts, you will ideally also have knowledge of developing an external training offer.

Please review our candidate pack, linked below, for further information.  If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the criteria in the person specification but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. 

This is a full-time role, 35 hours per week, which you can choose to work over five days a week or a 9-day fortnight. 

What it’s like to work at Independent Age:

We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included.

We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer a number of enhanced leave provisions and benefits. We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard. But if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working. 

You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age by visiting the careers page on our website. 

Application Process:

To apply, please visit our website to submit a curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the job description and person specification.  Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format.

To support our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion we use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement, and please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name.  Please do not omit dates of employment. 

Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. A Basic DBS Certificate will be required for this role.

Closing date for applications: Monday 7 October 2024 at 23:59pm

First interviews: to be held virtually week commencing 21 October 2024.

Final interviews: to be held in person on Wednesday 6 November 2024.

We’re looking for a passionate policy and campaigns expert to lead our work driving equity in healthcare and securing justice in the Infected Blood Scandal.

Working closely with the Chief Executive and Management Team, you will lead the development and delivery of HCT’s influencing strategy including:

• Driving our work on the UK Infected Blood Inquiry and new compensation system, to ensure everyone affected can access justice and that the Inquiry recommendations are rapidly acted upon by the UK Government. 

• Developing the policy and campaigns strategy for our new Inclusion Health programme, focused on improving health and access to health services for marginalised and excluded populations (also known as “Inclusion health” or “PLUS” populations within the NHS Core20PLUS5 approach to addressing health inequalities). 

• Building strategic partnerships with like-minded organisations to ensure Government takes a long-term and evidence-based approach to hepatitis C elimination – meeting our target to eliminate hepatitis C in the UK by 2030. This will cut across work in drug policy, health and justice, inclusion health and communicable diseases.

This is a pivotal role for the organisation, coming at a crucial juncture in our 20-year history, and coinciding with a new Government and following the final report of the Infected Blood inquiry. 

The role will provide an excellent opportunity to take on wide-ranging policy and campaigns responsibilities encompassing research, influencing decision makers, building coalitions, developing campaigns and producing campaign materials, developing HCT’s campaigners’ network, and building public and political support for our aims and our communities. 

You will be a strategic thinker with great political and communication skills, enthusiasm for working directly with communities, and experience of policy, public affairs and/or campaigning work. Ideally, you will have an understanding of inequalities and/or experience of working with ‘Inclusion Health’ populations including people experiencing homelessness, the criminal justice systems, drug use and/or other exclusion. Lived experience is always a huge asset.

You will bring a track record of working on campaigns that have contributed to policy or other social change. You’ll be passionate about working with people with lived experience to develop policy and will have the ability to build influential relationships and to represent The Hepatitis C Trust with a range of external audiences.

Director of Careers and Partnerships

About us:

Are you passionate about financial capability? Join us to develop knowledge, resources and tools that are accessible to all!

At The London Foundation for Banking & Finance (LFBF), our story began in 1879 when a group of visionary bank workers set out to elevate professional standards and leadership in the industry. Over the past 145 years, we became a recognised leader in financial services education, offering industry-leading qualifications and setting the gold standard for professional competency.

In 2023 we entered an exciting new chapter as an independent charity, revitalising and refocusing our mission to improve financial capability and empower professionals in the sector. We are now seeking passionate leaders to join our senior management team and work alongside our Chief Executive to drive this transformation forward.

Our charitable objective is the advancement of knowledge and education in financial services, and to carry out research and publish useful results for the benefit of the public. In doing so, we seek to improve levels of financial literacy and skills, as well as support those working within or considering a career in the financial services industry.

Our objective is just as relevant, perhaps even more so, today as it has been in our long history. If you're inspired to make a real impact and contribute to the advancement of financial knowledge for the benefit of society, we want to hear from you.

About the role:

This role is responsible for developing and expanding the membership offerings of LFBF, including chartered and corporate memberships, while also overseeing bursaries, scholarships, and awards. The position involves cultivating senior-level relationships with key clients, with Profit & Loss responsibilities for charity funds, and contributing to strategic decisions as part of the Senior Leadership team. Additionally, the role-holder will drive the integration of the Centre for the Study in Financial Innovation (CSFI) into our broader strategy, ensuring alignment and successful implementation.

This is an exciting strategic leadership role which enjoys both the flexibility of hybrid working and flexible part-time hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and implementing strategies to promote LFBF's chartered and membership, while exploring and building new revenue streams.
• Managing and growing relationships with UK and international banks and financial services providers, seeking sponsorships and partnerships to support our objectives.
• Developing a strategy for integrating CSFI into LFBF, including launching and promoting CSFI events and managing its brand through digital channels.
• Identifying and establishing partnerships with educational institutions and organisations to facilitate scholarships, bursaries, internships, and specialist qualifications.
• Leading presentations to secure commercial commitments, gathering market feedback, and contributing to the development of LFBF’s brand identity.
• Taking responsibility for the profit and loss for LFBF’s training arm, LFBF Learning Ltd., and ensuring alignment with LFBF’s strategic growth plans.

You will have:

• Worked in a senior business development role, preferably at Director level.
• Proven experience in successfully developing and implementing strategic marketing and business development plans.
• Demonstrated the ability to manage and grow a portfolio of clients, with a focus on building long-term relationships.
• Experience in developing and managing partnerships with educational institutions, professional bodies, and securing sponsorships for events.
• Previous experience managing a profit and loss statement for a business unit or department.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and effectively manage projects.
• Excellent communication, presentation, influencing, and negotiation skills, with a strong ability to collaborate with and persuade stakeholders at all levels.

What we offer:

• An opportunity to make a significant impact on the success of the strategy of the charity.
• A collaborative, adaptable and supportive work environment where integrity and innovation are valued.
• Competitive compensation based on your experience and the charity sector.
• Hybrid working – work from home and work from our London office based in the City: we’d like you to be in the office on two fixed days a month but otherwise we’re flexible.
• Flexible working days and times: We’re happy to be flexible as we trust you to get things done.
• We recognise that physical, mental and financial wellbeing is important:
  • so enjoy our generous annual leave (30 days plus bank holidays for full time hours, pro rata for part time hours) – which increases further after two and five years’ service. You can also buy and sell annual leave.
  • join our Private Medical insurance scheme.
  • provision of generous life insurance cover, to provide financial security to your loved ones should the worst happen.