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Lead a respected counselling charity and help shape the future of mental health support in our community.
If you're an inspiring leader who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach, this is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. As our new Head of Centre, you'll lead an established, BACP-accredited charity with an excellent reputation for delivering affordable, high-quality counselling and professional training across West Kent and East Sussex.
For almost 40 years, The Counselling Centre has been committed to ensuring that everyone can access professional counselling, regardless of their financial circumstances. We are now looking for an exceptional leader to build on this legacy, strengthening our financial sustainability, developing new partnerships and expanding our impact to meet the growing demand for mental health support.
Reporting to the Chair of the Board of Trustees, you will provide both strategic and operational leadership across the organisation. You'll work closely with our dedicated staff, volunteers and trustees to ensure we continue to deliver outstanding counselling, training and community services while identifying opportunities for growth, innovation and long-term sustainability.
This is a varied and rewarding leadership role. You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the charity, lead financial planning and income generation, develop relationships with funders, commissioners, businesses and community partners, and act as an ambassador for The Counselling Centre across the local area. You'll also champion our values, nurture a positive organisational culture and ensure we continue to meet the highest standards of governance and professional practice.
We're looking for someone who brings senior leadership experience, commercial awareness and a genuine commitment to improving mental health. You'll be an excellent relationship builder with experience of developing partnerships, generating income and leading organisational change. Most importantly, you'll be motivated by our mission and excited by the opportunity to help shape the next chapter of our organisation.
Why join us?
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Lead a respected charity with an outstanding reputation built over almost 40 years.
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Make a genuine difference to the lives of people in your local community.
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Work alongside a committed Board of Trustees, experienced staff and dedicated volunteers.
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Help shape the future direction and growth of an ambitious organisation.
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Enjoy a flexible part-time role (21 hours per week) with hybrid working.
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Competitive salary of circa £50,000–£55,000 per annum pro rata, contributory pension, 25 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays, and Christmas closure.
If you're looking for a leadership role where your strategic vision, commercial skills and passion for community impact can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Passionate about democracy, education and young people?
Young Citizens is a national citizenship education charity with nearly 40 years' experience inspiring active citizenship among children and young people.
As curriculum and policy change accelerates, including Votes for 16 reshaping how young people engage in civic life – we're focused on ensuring active citizenship sits at the heart of how the next generation is prepared to participate in and protect a thriving democracy.
About the role
We're looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Corporate Partnerships Manager to lead our corporate partnerships and drive the income that powers our work. This is more than a corporate partnerships role—it's your opportunity to lead income generation for a growing national charity. You'll shape our fundraising strategy, influence our future business model and broaden your expertise across corporate partnerships, trusts and grant funding, and organisational growth.
Working closely with the CEO, Senior Finance Manager and colleagues across the organisation, you'll identify and secure new funding opportunities, build strategic partnerships with corporates, trusts and foundations, develop compelling funding propositions, and create sustainable income that enables more children and young people to become active citizens. This role is hands on, managing all elements of the partnership and income process, ensuring the charity builds on our existing income and works with senior leadership to develop new opporutnities.
If you have a track record of securing funding, driving forward a busy pipeline, building senior stakeholder relationships and turning opportunities into sustainable partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a critical organisational function, broaden your fundraising and business development portfolio, and play a leading role in the growth of an ambitious national charity.
We're looking for someone who brings:
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Drive that delivers quality results
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Comfort with intensive and high-volume delivery of memberships, programmes and/or relationships
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Enthusiasm for problem-solving, in a team and proactively in your role
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An ability to learn fast and self-teach, from databases to how we communicate internally
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A desire to develop your skills as a well-rounded member of a social impact organisation
Why Join Us?
This is a high-impact role with real scope to shape how Young Citizens grows its income, partnerships and long-term sustainability. You will work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of a key organisational function, and directly contribute to scaling our impact over the coming years.
You will join a purpose-led, ambitious and collaborative team committed to strengthening democracy by equipping young people with the skills, knowledge and confidence to participate actively in society.
We are a growing, agile organisation with a strong focus on learning and development. We invest in our people and provide real opportunities to build expertise, take ownership and grow alongside the organisation as we scale over the next three years.
We combine a results-driven culture with flexibility in how we work. Our benefits include 28+ days of annual leave (plus 8 bank holidays), volunteering days, office closure over the Christmas period, full pension contributions on the first 8%, and enhanced leave packages.
As a relatively small yet national team, you will have the opportunity to work across the organisation and closely with the CEO, influencing how we improve our programmes, and see the direct impact of your work on our mission.
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your career, take on real responsibility, and help strengthen democracy through education, we'd love to hear from you.
Download the full recruitment pack for more information about the role, progression with Young Citizens and how to apply.
A Few Useful Notes When Applying
If you are excited by the opportunity to build partnerships that help more young people become active citizens, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the application questions in the full job pack, which also contains further details on the application process.
Additional Information
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references.
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We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Young Citizens is a citizenship education charity that informs, equips and inspires children and young people across the UK to be active citizens.


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This is a rare opportunity to lead one of Yorkshire’s most respected community foundations and help shape the future of giving across Calderdale.
For over 35 years, Community Foundation for Calderdale (CFFC) has connected people who care with causes that matter. We believe local generosity has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and create opportunities for everyone to thrive.
As an independent charitable funder, we work with individuals, families, businesses and organisations to invest in local charities and community groups tackling some of Calderdale’s biggest challenges. Every year, we distribute more than £2 million in grants to support people and places across the borough. At the same time, we are building our permanent endowment, creating a lasting legacy that will continue supporting local communities for generations to come.
This is what makes CFFC unique. We do not just make a difference today. We create a legacy that will benefit Calderdale in perpetuity.
Following many years of successful leadership from our current Chief Executive Officer, we are seeking an exceptional leader to build on this strong foundation and lead CFFC into its next chapter.
About the role
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic and operational leadership, ensuring CFFC continues to grow its impact, strengthen partnerships and inspire philanthropy across Calderdale.
You will lead and develop a committed staff team, work closely with Trustees, build trusted relationships with donors, businesses, professional advisers, charities and public sector partners, and ensure the organisation remains financially sustainable, well-governed and ambitious for the future.
You will also act as CFFC’s public ambassador, representing the organisation across Calderdale and beyond, while championing the importance of local giving and community investment.
About you
We are looking for an inspiring and collaborative leader with significant senior leadership experience and the ability to build confidence and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders.
You will demonstrate:
Proven strategic leadership and organisational management experience.
Experience of developing successful partnerships, fundraising, income generation or business development.
Strong financial and governance awareness.
Excellent relationship-building, communication and influencing skills.
Experience of leading and developing high-performing teams.
A genuine commitment to community impact and the values of the voluntary sector.
You may come from a community foundation, charitable trust, grant-making organisation, charity, public sector, social enterprise or a commercial organisation with a strong social purpose.
What we offer
Salary in excess of £60,000, dependent on experience.
Permanent, full-time position.
Flexible and hybrid working, with a regular presence required in Calderdale.
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, additional Easter Tuesday leave and office closure over the Christmas period, rising to 25 days after five years’ service.
Employer pension contribution, with details available in the candidate information pack.
The opportunity to lead a respected local foundation with a strong legacy, deep local relationships and ambitious plans for the future.
Closing date: 31 July 2026
First round interviews: Week commencing 17 August 2026
Second round interviews: Week commencing 24 August 2026
CFFC is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any adjustments candidates may need during the recruitment process.
If you are an ambitious leader who wants to build on a strong legacy, inspire local philanthropy and help create lasting change for communities across Calderdale, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Main Purpose of the Post
The Chief Executive will have overall responsibility for all aspects of the day to day running of the RLSS and all its services. This will include management of staff and ensuring the services are meeting the needs of those who require them, in addition to managing finances, membership and external relationships. The post holder will be accountable to and work closely with the Board Chair and its Directors to set the strategic direction and further develop the business model which will serve Religious Life Groups for the future.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Strategy & Leadership and Governance
· Provide visible, ambitious, and focused leadership of the RLSS.
· Be overall responsible for the management of the RLSS working in conjunction with the Chair and Directors to provide leadership.
· Lead and contribute to the Board’s overall development of the strategy and annual plans to ensure achievement of a One Church approach to applying the Church’s safeguarding standards.
· Ensure risks to the overall objectives of the RLSS are identified, mitigated, and reported to the Board.
· Develop a culture of resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning within the organization to navigate challenges and maintain trust among victims/survivors and members.
· Develop and promote services and practice improvements which are designed to mitigate risk and improve understanding within safeguarding.
· Effectively sustain a culture that consistently meets the needs of and engages with victim/survivors and with Religious.
· Foster and develop a climate of shared accountabilities, learning and continuous improvement.
· Ensure the RLSS meets it statutory, legal, and regulatory obligations.
· Ensure appropriate presentation and reporting to the Board (and any sub committees and advisory groups) on the progress of the RLSS and on all matters relevant to the discharge of the Board’s responsibilities.
· Oversee all promotional activities, press releases, digital presence, radio, and newspaper interviews.
Staffing & Management.
· Be accountable for the recruitment, retention, ongoing development, and wellbeing of RLSS staff.
· Enthusiastically and effectively, lead, shape, and influence teams to deliver the vision and goals of RLSS to ensure best practice in the delivery of all its safeguarding services.
· Create a supportive working environment which promotes transparency and collaboration in safeguarding.
· Ensure that high quality people management is embedded across the service and foster a high performing culture with shared accountabilities and continuous improvement.
· Ensure the effective management and implementation of robust performance management and appraisal processes.
· Provide direction, support, and set clear objectives to immediate line reports.
· Provide or arrange professional supervision to safeguarding case working staff.
· Produce, review and update plans relating to service areas.
· Establish and maintain effective and secure record keeping systems.
· Ensure the management and implementation of regular quality assurance, audit, performance management and reporting, using effective management information systems, ensuring this meets CSSA’s requirements.
Collaboration/Networks.
· Contribute to strategic level initiatives with key partners, particularly the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and relevant statutory agencies, to ensure joint planning, access to resources and the development of interagency strategies.
· Build strong and dynamic relationships and networks within and outside the Church to deliver better outcomes for Religious in safeguarding.
Policy and Procedure
· Ensure a robust and up to date Policy & Procedure framework approved by the Board is in place including HR, Health and Safety, Data Protection and operational delivery.
· Ensure there is a system in place to review approved policies and procedures to ensure that substantial changes or additions are brought to the Board for decision.
· Undertake operating compliance exercises including annual risk assessments, health and safety checks and reporting on incidents and near misses.
· Ensure
Finance & Resources
· In conjunction with the Board of Directors, develop a long-term funding strategy, including gathering data, completing research, developing models to ensure the service is cost effective.
· Agree and deliver to budget maintaining a reserve level in line with policy and monitor all budgets and provide financial reports to the Board of Directors.
· Be responsible and accountable for all finances and resources within the teams, ensuring value for money, the avoidance of waste, and the efficient and effective use of all resources.
· Ensure the equitable and timely allocation of work, assuring the most appropriate interventions that timescales are being met and appropriate records maintained.
· Be responsible for all contracts, tenancy agreements and leases.
· Have overall responsibility for the security of confidential information, use of computers and database information.
· Well-developed database and Microsoft Office skills.
This a summary of the key activities of the post. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list and the post-holder may be required to perform other duties which are appropriate to the scale and nature of the job role.
Role Requirements
Essential Criteria you need to be able to demonstrate:
Strategic and system leadership
• Experience of working at Chief Executive level in similar size/larger organisation.
• A strong track record leading organisations, setting direction and delivering outcomes
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure whilst showing consideration to others.
Culture and capability building
• motivating people, driving, and evaluating performance, and building a positive and inclusive culture
Commercial and professional judgement
• Professional knowledge and experience that evidence a strategic and operational understanding of safeguarding
• Management skills including finance, planning, project management and marketing.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Experience of negotiating and managing contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and competence in using digital technology for service delivery across the organisation.
• A creative thinker, proven leader with a ‘can do’ attitude which is results orientated.
Stakeholder engagement and influence
• Interpersonal and listening skills; an ability to deal sensitively with those in Religious Life, Victims/Survivors public, the vulnerable and their families/representatives.
• Skills in conflict resolution, negotiation and problem solving.
• Experience of reviewing evidence and taking appropriate action where necessary; applying sound judgement, with an attention to detail; maintaining confidentiality and building trust
• Ability to respond, sensitively and fully to complaints.
Desirable Criteria you need to be able to demonstrate:
· Understanding of the way in which faith-based organisations respond effectively/ dysfunctionally to safeguarding issues
· Senior management experience in the charitable sector
Due Diligence – Please note that as part of the safer recruitment process, due diligence including social media checks will be undertaken on appointable candidates.
Committed to a safer Catholic Church. RLSS is an independent team of safeguarding professionals offering safeguarding services
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Finance Director
Hours of work 30 hrs / 4 days per week, permanent contract
Based Newhaven, with some hybrid working available after completing induction
Starting Salary £60K per annum pro rata
Are you an experienced senior level finance decision maker with broad cross sector knowledge, who demonstrates excellent communication skills, and wants to use your skills to support a community facing organisation? If so, we would welcome your interest and application!
You will be a qualified accountant, with an understanding of the complexities of working within the 3rd sector funding framework. With responsibility for providing expert strategic financial advice and professional input right across the organisation, you will ensure the finances of the Charity run smoothly and efficiently. You will consider the wider internal and external factors presented to you by our internal knowledge experts alongside the financial position in order to support the delivery of the services and enterprises, which fulfil the organisation’s mission and values.
You will also provide effective leadership and direction of the well-regarded finance team with a person-centred approach.
Providing sound financial, contract & risk management advice and ensuring compliance with legal, statutory and audit requirements, you will contribute to the strategic leadership of the charity as an active member of our Senior Management Team.
We are looking for people to join our team who have the qualities and skills we feel would most benefit our internal and external clients; professionalism, empathy, kindness and understanding. In return, we understand people want to work in a supportive environment with friendly colleagues. We offer a flexible, hybrid approach to delivery wherever possible, annual leave of 25 days per year pro rata plus bank holidays and sick pay from the start (increasing with service), additional sick pay per year for planned operations and recovery, a pension scheme, bereavement leave, and managers who are available to you… plus a day off for your birthday!
Interviews will be held in Newhaven.
Closing date: 5pm on Sunday 19th July 2026
1st stage interviews: Wednesday 29th July 2026 / 2nd stage interviews: w/c Monday 3rd August 2026
For the job description and to apply, please visit the website
Completed application forms can be sent to HR
You may think that you’re not a 100% match to what we’re looking for, but we recognise that some skills and experience may be transferable rather than an exact match. If you’re unsure about whether to apply, please do contact the HR team, and we would be happy to arrange an informal discussion with the CEO or current FD.
SCDA includes: Employability; Community Advice and Wellbeing; Community Development & Health
Registered Charity Number: 1094905
Company Limited by Guarantee: 3387617
Supporting people and communities to thrive
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Finance Officer (Cash)
(HEO)
£36,000 - £39,494 (National)
plus an Accountancy Allowance of £5,000 pa (Fully Qualified) or £2,500 (Part Qualified)
The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 50% of the government’s office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. We are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team.
Representing the best covenant in the UK – His Majesty’s Government – we are leading ground-breaking programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme, as well as delivering modern and cost-effective real estate service solutions.
Innovation and progress are at the heart of our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged, and we’re dedicated to becoming a leading, inclusive employer both in the external market and throughout the Civil Service. Our strong emphasis on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is not just about driving inclusion across our organisation, it is also about ensuring our services meet the needs of government departments and the civil servants who use our spaces.
Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction.
The responsibilities of the Senior Finance Officer (Cash) will include:
- Preparing cash flow forecasts to support cash management, and support the payment run process
- Providing cash flow reports to the Cabinet Office to support the monthly group submission to HM Treasury
- Working with the Cabinet Office Treasury team in relation to funding requests
- Supporting the payroll and staff costs recording, ad-hoc recharging and purchase to pay processes
- Supporting continuous process efficiencies and improvements across the function, delivering maximum value for the GPA and ensuring robust controls are in place
- Preparing and processing journals
- Acting as contact for external and internal auditors of cash and associated controls
- Building relationships with key staff across Finance and the business in order to maintain effectiveness.
- Working with stakeholders, especially the Property Partner, to ensure key information is provided to aid robust forecasting
Key Skills & Experience
- Good experience of accounts payable, receivable and cash management
- Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse and interpret significant amounts of financial data
- Ability to develop productive relationships and effective networks with stakeholders across government organisations
- Good experience of systems and reporting, ideally Oracle
- Good Microsoft Office skills
For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Emma Fuller at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.
The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Financial Controller
£60,000 - £65,000 | Permanent | 4 day working week (Full Time) | London Hybrid
Take ownership of financial control, statutory reporting, and technical accounting while helping shape the future of CIPFA's finance function whilst they are undergoing transformation!
CIPFA is exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a Financial Controller to join their finance team in a newly created role. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of financial control, statutory reporting, treasury, tax and compliance, while helping drive the ongoing development of a modern, high-performing finance function.
As the professional body for people in public finance, CIPFA is committed to supporting better public services through excellence in financial management and governance. This role will play a key part in ensuring the organisation continues to operate with strong financial stewardship while supporting future growth and organisational priorities.
Why this Financial Controller role stands out:
- A genuine four-day working week – work Monday to Thursday, enjoy Fridays off, and take the full salary home (it is not pro rata!).
- Newly created position with the opportunity to shape the role and influence the future direction of the finance function.
- Strategic exposure – partner with senior leaders on commercial opportunities, international activity, and organisational initiatives.
- Drive improvement and transformation across systems, controls, reporting, and finance processes.
- Clear progression potential – gain exposure well beyond traditional financial control responsibilities, with the potential to develop into a broader finance leadership role over time.
What you'll do – and what you'll gain:
- Play a leading role in statutory reporting, year-end processes, audits, treasury management, and tax compliance.
- Act as the organisation's technical accounting expert, ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards and evolving regulations.
- Support strategic projects by providing insight into financial, tax, treasury, and compliance implications.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve reporting, and maximise the value of finance systems.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of a modern, high-performing finance function.
What you'll need:
- Experience preparing charity statutory accounts and managing year-end audits, either in industry or practice.
- Strong knowledge of charity accounting, VAT and SORP FRS102.
- A proactive approach to process improvement and problem-solving.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and the confidence to challenge constructively.
- A recognised accounting qualification is desirable, although exceptional relevant experience will also be considered.
Location & Working Pattern:
The organisation operates a 32-hour full-time working week, with employees typically working 9:00am - 5:30pm Monday to Thursday (including a 30-minute lunch break) and enjoying Fridays off.
Hybrid working is in place, with 1-2 days per week in the London office.
Ready to make your mark?
This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation investing in its finance function and creating an environment where technical expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued.
The deadline for applications is on Sunday 5th July, but CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged to ensure you don’t miss out!
The Charity Financial Controller will be a new role for The Christie Charity (Charity) and a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to work for a fast moving, growing organisation.
We are looking for a collaborative self-starter to take the operational lead of The Christie Charity’s finance function and oversee the financial management of The Christie Charity (Charity) group’s finances (this includes The Christie Charity, The Christie Trading Company Limited, and Northern Pathology Developments Limited), including but not limited to financial reporting, management accounting, and day-to-day financial operations. You will play a key role in building a robust financial control framework across the Charity group, and you will be expected to be hands on with respect to overseeing the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and supporting the Charity’s aim of maintaining strong governance across both charitable and commercial operations.
This post would suit an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, evolving environment, where responsibilities may shift in response to organisational priorities. The postholder must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Additional information
Previously managed under a service level agreement with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, financial management has now been fully transitioned in-house, and day-to-day operations are in the process of being transitioned into the organisation with a view to strengthen independent control and governance. This provides an excellent opportunity for the postholder to be involved in transformational projects geared towards improving the finance department’s technological infrastructure and resources to adapt to the fast-growing needs of the Charity.
When submitting your application, please provide the following:
- A cover letter (up to two A4 pages); and
- An up-to-date CV (up to two A4 pages) with evidence of accountancy qualification(s) and current membership of any relevant professional accountancy body or bodies appended to the end.
Please note that applications must include all of the documents listed above and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications that do not meet these guidelines may not be considered.
Interviews will be held on Monday 20 July 2026. If candidates are unable to make this date, alternative arrangements will be considered by exception.
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The Royal Albert Hall
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
Permanent, Hybrid
£61,250- £70,000
Trace are delighted to be partnering with The Royal Albert Hall to help them find an experienced and commercially minded Financial Planning and Analysis Manager to join their Finance team.
The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager leads the Hall's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting functions. Working closely with senior leaders across the organisation, you'll turn financial data into meaningful insight, helping shape strategic decisions and supporting the Hall's long-term success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the production of timely, accurate and insightful monthly management accounts and performance reporting.
- Deliver high-quality financial analysis and scenario modelling to support strategic planning and organisational decision-making.
- Lead the organisation's annual budgeting process and three year business plan, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and challenging assumptions where appropriate.
- Develop sophisticated financial models supporting business planning, investment appraisal, pricing decisions and long-term financial sustainability.
- Lead, motivate and develop the Financial Planning and Reporting team, creating a high-performing, collaborative and customer-focused culture.
- Lead the continual development of financial systems, reporting tools and data quality.
- Lead the development of management dashboards and KPI reporting across the organisation.
Key Skills & Qualifications
- You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a track record of turning financial data into strategic insight.
- Equally comfortable partnering with senior leaders as leading a talented finance team, you'll bring expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and performance reporting, alongside excellent communication skills and a drive to improve systems, processes and decision-making.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
- Experience of Power BI and ERP systems would be welcomed but is not essential.
- Experience in the arts/charity sector, or the entertainment/hospitality world would be beneficial
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to further their career in a unique organisation at one of the world's most iconic venues.
To see the job description for more detailed information about this role, please visit the RAH website and apply via LinkedIn. Any further questions should be directed to Ellie Prideaux at Trace Recruitment.
The closing date for all applications is 11:59 pm on Sunday 19th July.
Applicants must be available for a first interview on the week commencing 20 July 2026
The Royal Albert Hall is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We encourage candidates from all cultures and backgrounds to apply.
Senior Tax Manager - UK Hybrid: £80,000 - £83,300 + Amazing Benefits
For a global organisation working in over 100 countries, we're recruiting a Senior Tax Manager. Reporting to the Director of Group Tax and Status, this role will support the team on all business projects and transactions across the UK and overseas including due diligence, analysing and advising tax implications on cross-border transactions, exploring tax risk mitigation and tax efficiency strategy, supporting business change.
The Senior Tax Manager will suit someone who has dealt with multiple tax jurisdictions and regions, covering both direct and indirect taxes, and coordinating with multiple internal and external stakeholders from different business units, regions and countries. Experience from implications arising from business restructuring, and divestments (including disposal of real estate assets) is key.
This role can be based UK-wide with occasional office attendance (London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast)
Main Duties:
- Provide technical and tax advisory support across all tax disciplines and to all areas of the organisation, supporting group tax team
- Support due diligence reviews, business restructuring projects, acquisition and divestments, impact analysis of operating model change, and introduction of new business areas and closure of entities
- Collaborate with internal and external advisors for cross-boarder projects / transactions, consulting with regional specialists to ensure tax compliance requirements are met
- Collaborate with professional advisors in delivering technical advisory support across countries.
- Support the Group Tax Manager in technical consulting across taxation aspects (local direct tax, withholding tax and sales taxes) including interpreting advise with country finance, legal and governance colleagues
- Partner with Director of Group Tax, and International Tax manager to manage UK and overseas tax risks resulting from business projects and transactions
Person Specification:
- Qualified CTA, ADIT, ATT or a CCAB Accountant
- Substantial international tax experience, ideally MENA and APAC from large commercial organisations or as a Tax specialist at senior manager level in a professional services firm.
- Solid experience of coordinating and sharing tax best practice with Regions
- Direct Tax experience and exposure to transfer pricing, permanent establishment, double tax agreements, and withholding taxes
- Experience handling complex negotiations with tax authorities
- International Tax planning, Tax assessments in business set-up and global growth
- Tax compliance and risk management
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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.
Tax Manager - UK Hybrid: £50,000 - £53,000 + Amazing Benefits
For a global organisation working in over 100 countries, we're recruiting a Tax Manager. Reporting to the Group Tax Manager, this role will support the team on all direct tax initiatives across the UK and International Regions and Countries covering developments in tax policies, processes, procedures and tax systems. The Tax Manager will support the mitigation of global tax risks and will ensure complex business operations globally are managed tax efficiently. This role can be based UK-wide, with occasional office attendance (London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast)
Main Duties:
- Provide technical and tax advisory support across all tax disciplines and to all areas of the organisation, supporting global tax reporting and forecasting
- Work with finance business partners, transfer pricing specialists and subsidiaries accountants to implement transfer pricing charging for intra-group services
- Provide support to Group Tax Manager on specific country tax and status projects
- Support in dealing with local tax authorities as country statuses change and negotiate beneficial direct tax liability arrangements
- Maintain control and oversight to monitor tax risks globally and support tax audit resolutions
- Support Group Tax Manager devise direct tax policies, processes and procedures to ensure controls are robust for all entities and countries
- Support in devising direct tax strategy to deal with new legislation, manage tax liabilities and ensure tax authority relationships are managed
Person Specification:
- Qualified CTA, ADIT, ATT or a CCAB Accountant
- Substantial international tax experience, ideally MENA and APAC from large commercial organisations or as a Tax specialist at manager level in a professional services firm.
- Solid experience of coordinating and sharing tax best practice with Regions
- Direct Tax experience
- Exposure to transfer pricing, permanent establishment, double tax agreements, and withholding taxes
- Experience handling complex negotiations with tax authorities
- International Tax planning, Tax assessments in business set-up and global growth
- Tax compliance and risk management
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Contract: Full-time, permanent
Hours: Full-time
Reports to: Chair; Board of Directors
Location: Hackney
Salary: £50,000-60,000 depending on experience.
Pension: HSoF participates in the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) pension scheme and contributes 3%.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, free onsite lunches .
Probation period: Six months.
About Hackney School of Food
Hackney School of Food is an award-winning food education hub based in the grounds of Mandeville Primary School in Clapton, East London. Through our teaching kitchen and educational garden, we help children, families and communities build the skills, confidence and knowledge to grow, cook and eat good food.
Each year, we welcome more than 10,000 visits to our kitchen and garden, delivering curriculum programmes for schools alongside community cooking courses, gardening projects, holiday clubs, corporate volunteering and public events. Since becoming a Community Interest Company (CIC) in 2023, we have expanded our facilities, strengthened our governance and built a strong reputation as a leader in food education.
We're now looking for an exceptional Managing Director to build on these strong foundations and lead Hackney School of Food through its next phase of growth and impact.
About the role
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director (MD) will provide both strategic and operational leadership, ensuring the organisation delivers its mission while remaining financially resilient, well-governed and responsive to the needs of the communities it serves.
The Managing Director is responsible for all aspects of the organisation, including strategy, income generation, finance, governance, partnerships, programme delivery and people leadership. Working closely with a small, committed team and an engaged Board, they will build on strong foundations to grow Hackney School of Food's impact, reach and long-term sustainability.
This is a varied, hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys balancing big-picture thinking with practical delivery. One day you may be developing a new partnership, meeting a prospective funder or working with the Board on future strategy; the next you could be supporting the team, welcoming visitors to the garden or solving day-to-day operational challenges.
Key priorities
In your first 12 months you will:
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Build on Hackney School of Food's strong foundations to deliver the next phase of our strategy and growth.
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Increase and diversify income through fundraising, partnerships and commercial opportunities to strengthen long-term sustainability.
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Lead, support and develop a small, ambitious team, fostering a positive and inclusive culture where people can thrive.
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Strengthen relationships with funders, partners and local businesses, helping Hackney School of Food deepen its impact.
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Work closely with the Board to embed strong governance, organisational systems and long-term planning for the future.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
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Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for Hackney School of Food, ensuring delivery of its mission, vision and long-term objectives.
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Lead the development and implementation of Hackney School of Food's annual business plan and organisational priorities.
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Work with the Board to evolve organisational strategy, identify opportunities, manage risks and support sustainable growth.
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Monitor, report on and respond to organisational performance against agreed objectives and impact measures.
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Champion Hackney School of Food externally, strengthening its profile and influence.
Financial sustainability and income generation
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Oversee organisational budgeting, financial planning, forecasting and cashflow management, working closely with the Treasurer and accountant.
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Lead income generation across the organisation, including trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, sponsorship and earned income.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, sponsors and strategic partners.
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Ensure all funding commitments are met, including grant reporting, monitoring and evaluation requirements.
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Identify new opportunities to diversify income and strengthen long-term financial sustainability.
Partnerships & External Relations
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Act as the main point of contact for HSoF’s key partners, LEAP Federation and Chefs in Schools to ensure the partnerships are effective and positive.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with other key stakeholders, including local authorities, funders and sponsors.
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Represent Hackney School of Food at meetings, events, and public forums.
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Champion the value of food education and contribute to wider local and national conversations.
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Ensure programmes remain responsive to community needs through ongoing engagement and consultation.
Governance and public benefit
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Ensure the organisation operates in line with its CIC objectives and delivers clear public benefit.
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Support the Board of Directors to fulfil its governance responsibilities through high-quality reporting, planning and decision-making.
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Prepare Board papers, reports and agendas, ensuring timely and accurate information is available to support effective governance.
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Oversee and report on organisational performance to the Board of Directors quarterly.
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Act as the primary link between the Board and the operational team.
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Maintain effective governance, delegated authority and accountability frameworks.
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Support the Board in meeting all statutory and regulatory obligations relating to the CIC.
People, Culture and safeguarding
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Provide leadership to a small core team (currently c.4 employees), directly managing staff and fostering a positive, inclusive culture.
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Provide oversight and support for a wider network of approx. 15 freelance contractors to ensure consistently high-quality delivery.
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Lead recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development in line with safer recruitment and equality principles.
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Ensure effective organisational structures, clear roles, and performance accountability.
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Oversee HR processes including appraisals, performance management, and professional development.
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Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, embedding safeguarding throughout the organisation maintaining compliance with all relevant requirements.
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Develop organisational systems, policies and practices that support an inclusive, high-performing workplace.
Risk Management & Compliance
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Maintain and regularly review the organisational Risk Register and report key risks and mitigations to the Board.
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Oversee organisational policies, procedures and continuous improvement, ensuring policies and legal requirements are up to date, clearly communicated and embedded across the organisation.
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Ensure compliance with employment law, health and safety, safeguarding, GDPR and other relevant legislation.
Personal specification
Essential experience
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Senior leadership experience with responsibility for organisational performance and accountability.
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Experience securing income through fundraising, partnerships and/or commercial activity.
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Experience of financial leadership, including budget setting, forecasting and cashflow oversight.
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Experience working closely with a Board, Trustees or governing body to translate strategic vision into operational delivery.
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Experience building and managing successful partnerships with funders, businesses and community stakeholders.
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Experience in managing and motivating a team, creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
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Experience of governance, compliance and organisational risk management.
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Experience of safeguarding within an education, youth or community context.
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Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, make sound decisions and remain resilient in a resource-constrained environment.
Essential skills and attributes
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Passion for Hackney School of Food's mission and the role of food education in improving health, wellbeing and community connection.
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Strategic thinker who is equally comfortable with hands-on operational leadership.
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Entrepreneurial, resourceful and committed to building long-term financial sustainability and identifying growth opportunities.
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Ability to lead a team through change with sensitivity, clarity and kindness.
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Strong communicator with excellent relationship-building skills.
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Confident decision-maker with a high level of personal accountability.
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Committed to equity, inclusion and community-led practice.
Desirable
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Experience working within a Community Interest Company (CIC), social enterprise or charity.
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Knowledge of Hackney, its communities and local stakeholder landscape.
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Experience of working in food education, community food, gardening, environmental education or a related field.
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Experience reviewing and managing contracts, service agreements or other legal documentation.
An inclusive workplace
We know that diverse teams make stronger organisations and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment and will consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
We particularly encourage applications from people who are under-represented in our sector and in leadership roles, including people from the global majority and those whose lived experience brings valuable perspectives from the communities we serve. We also welcome applications from people who live in Hackney or East London.
How to apply
The deadline to apply is Monday 20 July at 9am. Please apply by filling out this application form.
You'll find the link to the application form on our Recruitment Pack which provides more information.
Stage 1: A one-hour online interview with the Senior Team and Board (24 July)
Stage 2: On-site interview at Hackney School of Food (30 July), including a short presentation.
We may also invite the preferred candidate to an informal meeting with the wider team and Board before making a final appointment.
The successful applicant will need to pass an enhanced DBS check and provide two suitable references.
We may close the application window earlier if we are inundated with applications, so please don't wait to apply.
If you have any questions about the role or your suitability, please feel free to get in touch with us. You will find a Recruitment pack and email address to contact via our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will help shape the strategic direction and future growth of TCVS, working closely with the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees and senior colleagues to deliver our organisational ambitions.
You will:
- Provide strategic leadership across all corporate services, including HR, Finance, IT, Facilities, Health & Safety, Compliance, Administration and Organisational Systems.
- Ensure operational systems, policies and processes are efficient, compliant, scalable and support organisational excellence.
- Lead organisational development, workforce planning and continuous improvement, fostering a high-performing, inclusive and values-led culture.
- Oversee governance, risk management, business continuity and regulatory compliance, supporting the Board to deliver effective governance.
- Monitor organisational performance, ensuring delivery against strategic priorities and organisational objectives.
- Drive digital transformation and innovation, embedding technology and systems that improve efficiency, data quality and organisational learning.
- Support the long-term financial sustainability of TCVS by developing earned income opportunities, partnerships and trading activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with trustees, partners, funders, tenants and key stakeholders, representing TCVS across Thurrock and South West Essex.
- Contribute to organisational resilience, growth and future expansion through effective leadership, planning and decision-making.
- Deputise for the Chief Executive as required and provide leadership across the organisation.
You will also champion equality, diversity and inclusion, promote staff wellbeing and professional development, participate in the on-call rota, and undertake other responsibilities appropriate to this senior leadership role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Future Frontiers
Household income is still one of the strongest predictors of a young person’s future opportunities and earning potential in the UK. Future Frontiers exists to help level the playing field. We equip under-resourced young people with the knowledge, skills, confidence and connections they need to broaden their horizons and take positive steps towards their futures.
In partnership with schools and businesses across Greater London, we deliver programmes of personalised careers coaching, skills development and exposure to professional role models for young people from low-income families. This year, we are supporting around 2,500 young people through our programmes. You can find out more about our work and impact in the Annual Impact Report on our website.
The role
We are seeking a dynamic Director of Income & Engagement to join our senior leadership team. This pivotal role is responsible for developing and implementing robust income generation strategies to diversify and grow our voluntary and traded income streams.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales and/or fundraising, building strategic partnerships and driving innovation in income generation. As a key leader in our organisation, you will be responsible for a team of c.10 people, and work collaboratively across the charity to enable us to grow sustainably and ensure that we have the support to reach and impact more young people
Key responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy:
- Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing income generation team of 10 people, including two direct reports (Head of Partnerships and Head of Philanthropy)
- Develop and execute a comprehensive income generation strategy and plans that align with the charity’s mission and goals
- Oversee all income generation and stakeholder engagement activities, maximising the growth potential and visibility of Future Frontiers to deliver impact
- As a member of the Senior Leadership Team and wider leadership team, contribute to discussions and decisions around Future Frontiers’ performance and plans for the future
- Play a key role in the development and delivery of charity-wide initiatives and embedding an inclusive and enabling culture
Partnerships and Business Development:
- Lead the team to identify, establish, and nurture strategic partnerships with businesses, foundations, and other organisations
- Motivate and enable the Partnerships team to develop new business, retain existing partners and meet stretching sales targets
- Develop and grow high value partnerships through attending meetings, sharing impact and exploring wider opportunities for collaboration
Fundraising and Product Development:
- Equip and empower the team to develop compelling grant applications, fundraising campaigns and events to attract new supporters and further engage existing ones
- Collaborate and innovate across the organisation to develop new products and services that align with the charity’s mission, generate income and support diversification
- Stay abreast of trends, opportunities and challenges in education, employment and the charity sector, enabling Future Frontiers to plan ahead, embrace opportunities and mitigate for emerging risks
- Marketing and Communications:
- Lead collaborative efforts across Future Frontiers to develop marketing and communications plans and content that align with the charity’s objectives
- Act as an ambassador for Future Frontiers, championing our work and impact with supporters, stakeholders, prospects and the wider public
- Enhance the charity’s reputation through effective brand management, ensuring consistent branding and messaging across all channels
Performance and Accountability
- Prepare and manage the Income & Engagement budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and working closely with the Finance & Operations team to accurately account for income and expenditure
- Take overall responsibility for achieving income targets and developing sustainable, diversified income streams that support the charity’s long term growth
- Monitor and report on income performance, providing regular updates to colleagues, the CEO and Board of Trustees
- Oversee the production of the Annual Impact Report and Annual Report & Accounts
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and best practice
About you
Knowledge and experience:
- Proven experience in developing and delivering successful income generation strategies (Essential)
- Demonstrated success in growing income through diverse streams, including one or more of fundraising, sales, partnerships, philanthropy and product development (Essential)
- Experience of leading successful sales and/or fundraising teams (Essential)
- Experience in the social mobility, education, or charity sectors (Desirable)
- Knowledge of relevant fundraising regulations and best practices (Desirable)
Skills, competencies and personal qualities:
- Passion for Future Frontiers’ mission and a strong commitment to improving opportunities for under-resourced young people
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to build and maintain relationships, negotiate with and influence a wide range of stakeholders
- Strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proven commercial and financial acumen
- Commitment to and consistent demonstration of our values - outlined on our website here
What we can offer you
- Annual leave of 27 days plus bank holidays, pro-rated for part time employees and increasing with length of service
- Enhanced leave and pay packages exceeding statutory requirements
- Pension scheme with employer contributions starting at 3%, increasing with length of service
- Flexible working arrangements, including regular home working, up to two weeks working abroad annually, and flexibility around core hours
- Opportunity to apply for an extended career break (following 3+ years’ service)
- A supportive and inclusive workplace, with dedicated wellbeing initiatives and mental health support through our Wellbeing and Inclusion Group and mental health first aiders
- Employee Assistance Programme including 24/7 GP access
- Annual personal training and development budget of £300
- Cycle-to-work scheme access and season ticket loans
- Access to discounts and savings through Tickets for Good and Charity Worker Discounts
Equity, diversity and inclusion
Here at Future Frontiers we are dedicated to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in everything we do. The principles of EDI underpin our mission and we treat all employees, partners, volunteers and young people as individuals. We are proud to foster an open, inclusive and supportive culture where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive. We champion diversity in all its forms, including disability, culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion and socio-economic background. We recognise that people face different barriers to opportunity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone has the chance to succeed.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds . If you would like to talk to us about working at Future Frontiers in advance of your application, particularly regarding diversity, we strongly encourage you to contact us via email and we will arrange a call. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and employment where needed. As an organisation dedicated to improving social mobility, we are particularly interested to hear from candidates who have not been to university or who have lived experiences relatable to the young people we support.
How to apply
- To apply, please complete the application form on CharityJob, upload your CV and add a supporting statement. We recommend that you draft your supporting statement in a separate document first, and then copy and paste it into the form. Your supporting statement should be no more than 1,000 words, and should cover:
- Why you want to work at Future Frontiers. What is it about our charity that excites you?
- How you meet the essential knowledge and experience criteria given in the job description
- Deadline: Wednesday 22 July, 5pm
- Initial online interviews will be held during the week commencing 3 August
- Final interviews are expected to be held on at our office in London Bridge on Wednesday 12 or Thursday 13 August
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full ‘safer recruitment’ checking process, including an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
We equip young people from low-income households to develop careers knowledge, employability skills, confidence and connections.

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