Commercial jobs in norfolk, east of england

The Senior Digital Marketing & Participation Manager will lead the AMA’s marketing and participation strategy, to build financial growth, visibility, and engagement through co-creation with our community of members. This role will integrate brand development with participatory marketing to develop deeper community connections with members and non-members.

We are looking for someone who will champion innovative, inclusive, and data-informed approaches to build the AMA’s profile and amplify the voices of our members. Our ideal candidate will have strong digital marketing experience at a strategic level, be confident in leading and developing a small team, and have a balanced creative and commercial approach.

As a small team, all of our senior roles include an element of practical delivery and administration. We’re looking for someone who can lead at a strategic level, but is also happy and capable delivering some practical elements within their role too.

Essential experience, skills and attributes

• Experience of leading, developing, and inspiring a small team
• Experience of leading successful digital-focused multichannel marketing strategies driving both income and impact
• A data-driven approach and be confident in analysing data and turning insight into actionable strategy
• Experience in building and engaging digital communities or membership growth initiatives
• A passion for the work, potential, and benefits of the Arts Marketing Association

For more information about the role, and who we're looking for, please visit the AMA website to view the full advert and download the job pack. 

Please note: the AMA is a 4-Day Week organisation, so our full time hours are 30 working hours per week (32 including breaks) for full time salary. These are usually worked Monday - Thursday, with Fridays as a non-working day, but we can be flexible on this. 

I am currently recruiting for a Service Charge Analyst 

Based- London

Salary- £45,000-£48,000

Hybrid Working 

Key Responsibilities of the Service Charge Analyst:

• Set, review, and issue timely and accurate service charge accounts. Ensure all charges are strictly compliant with leases, tenancy agreements

• Prepare detailed annual service charge budgets, with year-on-year improvement in the accuracy of budget setting.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy. 

•  Act as the primary point of contact for complex service charge enquiries and complaints

• Work closely with Finance teams to align service charge estimates with rent setting

• Produce accurate year-end accounts and work effectively with external auditors to resolve queries. 

You will have:

• A proven background in Service charges, from year end reconciliations to preparing annual statements of accounts as well as service charge estimates whilst successfully delivering fixed and variable service charges.

• An understanding of the Service Charge legislations, and the ability to interpret residential/commercial leases and tenancy agreements.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of interpreting complex matters for a wide variety of audiences, including residents and regional colleagues.

 

In this exciting role, you will work closely with the Community & Events Fundraising Manager to develop and deliver a community and events fundraising programme. You will lead on third-party/designated fundraising events and ensure all activities are within budget and meet key performance indicators.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a community and events fundraising programme to maximise supporter relationships and fundraising opportunities.
• Identify and implement fundraising activities to attract new supporters and increase long-term support.
• Lead on third-party/designated fundraising events and activities, ensuring they are delivered to agreed budgets and key performance indicators.
• Build long-term relationships with supporters and maximise opportunities for repeat fundraising.
• Represent Blesma at third-party, Blesma-led, and community-led fundraising events, providing on-the-day support as needed.
• Manage fundraising platforms for community and events fundraising.
• Support the development and promotion of all fundraising activities within the Fundraising Team.
• Maintain accurate records on Raisers Edge to agreed standards and timescales.

About You:

• Proven experience in achieving/exceeding targets in the not-for-profit or commercial sectors.
• Experience of working in a customer/supporter-focused environment.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
• Strong IT skills, including knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and fundraising databases (Blesma uses Raisers Edge).
• Exceptional time management and prioritisation skills.
• A passion for Blesma’s cause and work.
• A team player with a confident manner; a professional, flexible, positive person.

Why Join Us? At Blesma, we offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can make a real impact. We provide opportunities for professional growth and development, and you will be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our veterans and their families.

How to Apply: If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a difference, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing why you’d be an ideal candidate for the role and how your skills and experience match those outlined in the Person Specification.

If you’re not sure you meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply — you might be just the person we’re looking for. 

Job Title: Community Centre Manager (Elderly Residential Care)

Location / Salary / Contract:

Location: Southwark
Salary: £45,000-£49,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week, with some evening and weekend work)

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dynamic Community Centre Manager to lead the operations, programming, and partnership development of a vibrant community space serving both residents and the wider neighbourhood. This is a hands-on role suited to an energetic and organised individual who thrives on community engagement, service excellence, and creating meaningful opportunities for older adults and intergenerational groups. You will play a central role in developing and managing programmes that enhance wellbeing, build community connections, and promote inclusion within an elderly residential care setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all community centre spaces, ensuring they are well-presented, welcoming, and fully utilised.
• Oversee the programming and scheduling of diverse activities that support organisational goals and community engagement.
• Lead on income generation through effective room hire management and budget oversight.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with voluntary, statutory, and business organisations to enhance programme delivery.
• Supervise and support staff, volunteers, and casual workers to deliver high-quality services and activities.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Fire Safety, and Safeguarding requirement

The Candidate:

You will be a proactive and empathetic leader with experience managing community facilities or similar public-facing spaces. With excellent organisational, financial, and communication skills, you will have the ability to balance community priorities with commercial needs. You should have a solid understanding of health and safety compliance, staff supervision, and partnership development. A passion for creating inclusive and engaging environments for older people and the wider community is essential.

How to Apply:

If the above role sounds interesting and you feel like you meet the criteria, please apply immediately. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated closing date.

Concern Worldwide (UK) is looking for a Partnerships Manager to join the team on a full time, permanent basis.
 
About us:
 
We are an international humanitarian organisation that strives for a world free from poverty, fear and oppression. We deliver lifesaving and life-changing interventions to the world's poorest and most vulnerable people. From rapid emergency response to innovative development programming, we go to the hardest to reach places to make sure that no-one is left behind. With almost 4,500 staff of more than 50 nationalities, Concern operates in 25 of the world’s poorest countries, helping people to achieve major and long-lasting improvements in their lives.
 
Benefits
 
• 25 days’ annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
• Flexible hours and hybrid working
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced parental leave pay
• Stakeholder pension
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
 
About the role:
 
The Partnerships Manager will maximise income from trusts, foundations, and corporate foundations across the UK by building long-term, strategic relationships. The role focuses on aligning funder interests with Concern’s programming priorities, delivering compelling proposals and reporting, and providing excellent stewardship. It also plays a leadership role within the team, managing staff and contributing to overall fundraising strategy.
 
About You:
 
ESSENTIAL
 
• Demonstrable experience in Trusts and Foundations fundraising
• Proven success in securing and managing six- or seven-figure grants from trusts and foundations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, strategic, and target-driven.
• Deep understanding of international development and global humanitarian issues.
• Financial acumen, including interpreting and presenting budgets to donors.
• Experience of using a CRM database to store data, information and communications.
 
DESIRABLE
 
• Experience, knowledge of and keen interest in the international development sector
 
Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organisation. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations and is committed to promoting equality.
 
TO APPLY
 
Please upload your CV and cover letter explaining how you match the job criteria by 9th November 2025.
All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email.
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.
 
Conditions of Appointment:
 
Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £49,613 - £55,125, based on full time hours (35 hours per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
 
The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form and a Basic DBS check.
 
Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working with Concern Worldwide. This will depend on the nature of the position, together with the circumstances and background of your offences.
 
You may also have experience in the following: Partnerships Manager, B2B Partnerships Manager, Commercial Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Business Development Manager – Partnerships, Brand Partnerships Manager, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Charity partnerships, Corporate fundraising, Cause-related marketing, Sponsorship manager / sponsorship partnerships, Commercial development (charity / membership body), Stakeholder management – partnerships, Brand collaborations / brand partnerships
 
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We are delighted to be working in partnership with World Vision UK. As a global Christian humanitarian charity, World Vision is dedicated to tackling the root causes of poverty and injustice, empowering children, families, and communities to thrive. Through advocacy, emergency relief, and long-term development, they bring hope and transformation where it’s needed most. At the heart of their mission is a deep commitment to demonstrating God’s unconditional love.

We are seeking an entrepreneurial and strategic Brand Partnerships Manager to lead World Vision UK's approach to building high-value partnerships that drive brand visibility, supporter acquisition, and income growth. This is an exciting opportunity to use your creativity, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills to help transform children's lives around the world.

In this influential role, you'll develop and implement a commercially focused brand partnerships strategy, identifying and pursuing partnership opportunities across corporate, media, sport, faith, entertainment, and other sectors. You'll lead partnership negotiations, developing compelling propositions and business cases that deliver mutual value and measurable organisational impact. Working closely with fundraising, digital, and marketing colleagues, you'll oversee the integration of partnership initiatives to maximise ROI, whilst exploring innovative funding models including shared value projects, licensing, sponsorships, and brand extension strategies.

With responsibility for building long-term relationships with key partners and stakeholders, you'll deliver high-impact partnership activations and storytelling that enhance brand reputation and supporter trust. You may already have experience leading brand or corporate partnerships, or you may be ready to make the move from journalism, corporate communications, or marketing into this exciting space.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in developing, negotiating, and delivering high-value commercial partnerships
• Expertise in identifying and pursuing partnership opportunities across multiple sectors to drive brand reach and income growth
• Understanding of commercial partnership models, including sponsorships, licensing, and strategic alliances
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills, with ability to build credibility and productive relationships with senior stakeholders

If you're a practicing Christian driven by purpose, creativity, and the opportunity to create tangible change, we'd love to hear from you. You'll be part of a mission-focused organisation where your strategic partnerships expertise will directly contribute to bringing opportunity, dignity and lasting transformation to vulnerable children and communities across nearly 100 countries. Together, we can turn hope into action for children everywhere.

This role is subject to a Enhanced DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer.

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

Charisma is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments or wish to apply for this role under the Disability Confident Scheme, please confirm in your application, or contact our Operations Teams separately. Charisma will ensure all candidates who disclose that they wish to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme and that meet the minimum criteria for the role will receive an opportunity to interview with the Charisma Consultant representing the vacancy.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian and in agreement with World Vision’s mission and values.

Location: Hybrid / Travel / Milton Keynes (2-3 days per month onsite)

Closing date: Thursday 13 November

Charisma vetting interviews much be completed by Tuesday 18 November

Interviews with World Vision UK: w/c 24 November

You Make It Fundraising Manager (Part-time, 4 days a week)

Are you a dynamic fundraising/ sales professional with a passion for social impact? Ready to leverage your skills to empower young women and create lasting change? Join our small, dedicated team and work closely with our Founder CEO to build meaningful partnerships that truly make a difference.

This isn't just about growth; it's about growing our capacity to transform lives. You'll secure vital brand collaborations, generate income, and create invaluable mentorships and work experiences that directly benefit our programme participants.

If you have a proven track record in strategic partnership creation and maintenance, sales and business development, with a knack and thirst for hitting financial targets, ideally for social impact causes, we want to hear from you! Bring your exceptional relationship-building skills, creative mindset, and passion for justice to a role where your work truly matters in a world that can feel and is unfair to so many.

We offer a wonderful work-life balance (part-time, hybrid, flex time), accelerated growth opportunities, invested professional development, and a strong well-being focus (therapy/wellness allowance).

Ready to ignite your purpose? Then email your CV and cover letter to recruitment@you-make-it-org. While the deadline is 5pm on Wednesday 05th November, interviews will be rolling as and when we receive relevant applications - please note we're eager to welcome the new post holder by 01st of December if not sooner

Closing date: 17th November 2025

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We're looking for an individual with extensive data strategy and leadership experience to join us as our Head of Data and Analysis here at Save the Children UK. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing team and embed a data-driven, supporter-centric culture that drives income growth, supporter engagement and impact as we enter a period of transformation.

Note: This role is a 12-month maternity cover contract.

About us

Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn, and protection from harm. When crisis strikes and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.

About the role

As Head of Data and Analysis, you will play a vital role in transforming how data and insights drive strategic decisions across our Public Impact division. You'll lead the development and delivery of a forward-looking data strategy, enabling agile, insight-led campaign planning and supporter engagement. You'll also play a key role in leading the team through technological and cultural change, championing collaboration and capability-building across multidisciplinary teams.

Joining our Public Impact Division and reporting to the Director of Public Income & Engagement, you’ll be leading Data and Analysis teams who are passionate about harnessing the power of data to deepen supporter engagement, increase income, and deliver relevant, impactful experiences. 

In this role you will:

• Lead and implement a transformational data strategy that elevates the role of insight across marketing, engagement, and fundraising activities.

• Support and lead teams through change, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Inspire and manage a high-performing team of data professionals, embedding a shared vision and delivering measurable outcomes.

• Collaborate across digital, technology, and marketing functions to unlock the power of data and supporter insight.

• Translate complex data analysis into clear, actionable insights that drive commercial impact and strategic decision-making.

• Champion robust data governance, quality standards, and safeguarding practices to ensure effective and ethical data use.

About you

With a proven track record of successfully guiding teams through transformation, you'll have a strong background in data strategy and leadership with a passion for unlocking the power of data to drive income and engagement.

You'll have: 

• A strong track record of leadership in data, insight, and analytics roles within complex or matrixed organisations.

• Experience successfully leading teams and departments through transformation or change programmes.

• A deep understanding of data strategy, marketing technology ecosystems, supporter lifecycle engagement, and performance measurement.

• Strong understanding of analytics methodologies and approaches, including digital analytics.

• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into actionable insight for diverse audiences and to drive cultural change. 

• A collaborative, agile mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.

• A passion for using data to advance social impact, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards in safeguarding and ethical data use and to Save the Children's vision, mission, and values.

What we offer you:

Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is – a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance.

• We focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, health and wellbeing both in and outside of work.

• We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day. 

Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.

Location & Ways of Working:

The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2–4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact.

This will be discussed and agreed with your manager / team and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage.

Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. 

Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. 

We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here. 

We are looking to recruit 4 Visitor Experience Assistants to join our team based at our London site. You will join us on a part-time basis, working 1250 hours per year on a permanent contract. In return, you will receive a salary of £17,315.28 per annum.

The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future – using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.

We have two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford). Our trading company and active fundraising supplement Grant in Aid which comes through the Ministry of Defence.

The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.

Purpose of the Visitor Experience Assistant role:

The Museum is looking to appoint four Visitor Experience Assistants on an annualised contract.

We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate team members who understand and are committed to providing customer service excellence and puts the visitor at the centre of everything they do.

The ideal Visitor Experience Assistant will have previous visitor facing experience ideally in a leisure or heritage environment. You will need to be a confident communicator, a team player and be able to respond quickly and positively in a changing environment. Being flexible in your outlook is essential as you will be fulfilling a variety of roles at the museum.

You will also support the museum in hosting evening events from gala dinners to sleepovers and outdoor film nights. An understanding of the importance of supporting and fulfilling a ‘host’ role for corporate clients and Museum partners is desirable.

As a Visitor Experience Assistant, you will have a variety of roles which will include:

• Proactive response to ensuring the highest possible visitor standards are maintained.
• Providing a warm welcome to our visitors and enhancing every visitor’s experience at the museum through your engagement with them and your problem-solving skills.
• Supporting activities, events, general museum operations and processing visitor bookings at admissions.
• Promoting and selling museum guidebooks, services, commercial activities, and events to visitors.
• Supporting the museum’s fundraising and commercial activities.
• Providing a safe and secure experience for everyone.
• Being a first aider and fire marshal. Training for both roles will be provided.
• Inspire visitors by sharing the Royal Air Force story and the story of the people who shape the Royal Air Force.
• There will also be the opportunity to provide engaging talks to visitors.

These are permanent, part-time roles working 1250 hours annually. The working hours each week will be dependent on business requirements (maximum 35 hours per week during peak season and minimum 4 hours per week during off-peak season). You will work a flexible pattern which will include working some weekends, bank holidays and occasional evening/overnights.

The roles will be based at our London site.

Closing date for applications: 9 November 2025
Interviews will take place on: 19 and 20 November 2025

If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey as our Visitor Experience Assistant, please click apply now!

Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force's story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a Marketing and Communications Manager to lead our talented team, who deliver impactful marketing, communications, and media initiatives at the British Psychological Society.

You’ll be leading on the delivery of our marketing and communications strategy, focusing on member acquisition, retention, and engagement, utilising digital solutions to promote our membership, qualifications, registers and CPD offerings, and much more.

Your expertise in communication will be essential as you cultivate strong relationships with senior internal stakeholders, journalists and media contacts; driving proactive media opportunities to enhance our profile. 

You’ll also play a crucial role in monitoring current issues in psychology and the psychological workforce, advising on communications strategies and supporting our campaigns that influence change. 

We’re looking for someone with sound experience in marketing, communications and public relations. You should have a proven track record in managing marketing functions and cultivating media relationships, with the adaptability and solutions-focused mindset to thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

Join us in advancing the discipline of psychology, and making a real impact on society. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Managing a team of five direct reports including communications officers, senior marketing executives and a media advisor 

• Delivering an annual marketing and communication strategy to drive member acquisition, retention and engagement, with a focus on digital solutions 

• Promoting other commercial products, including qualifications, registers and CPD 

• Managing the relationship between the BPS and the media through the exploitation of proactive and reactive media opportunities, increasing media coverage and visibility for our members 

• Collaboratively creating communication campaigns to support the work of our public affairs team, as they aim to influence change at governmental level 

• Delivering media-related training to our volunteer psychologists. 

Why Join Us? 

At the BPS, we’re committed to creating a fair and respectful workplace. You’ll be part of a collaborative and talented team. We offer a friendly, values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes: 

• Agile & flexible working 

• Generous leave entitlement 

• Occupational pension scheme 

• Cycle to work scheme / free eye care vouchers / Winter flu vaccinations 

• Tailored learning & development 

• Employee Assistance Programme counselling 

• Life Assurance Scheme 

• Discounts scheme with local and national organisations 

How to apply 

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the criteria in the job profile. The closing date for applications is 12th November 2025 at 4pm.

The British Psychological Society is committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of your background or circumstances. We are only able to accept applications that can demonstrate a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa. 

Due to the large number of applications we receive, it is not possible to update you on the progress of the application until after the closing date.  If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 

The British Psychological Society is committed to a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of your background or circumstances.

Buglife

Director of Transformation

Location: Flexible within the UK

Salary: c£78,000

Contract: 2-year fixed term

Are you a bold, strategic leader ready to drive transformational change for one of the UK’s most impactful conservation charities?

Buglife is the only organisation in Europe dedicated to the conservation of all invertebrates. As they enter a pivotal phase of growth and innovation, Buglife is seeking a Director of Transformation to co-lead their organisation into a new era of impact, influence, and operational excellence.

About the Role

In a dual-leadership model alongside the Director of Conservation, you will define and deliver a Transformational Change Programme that amplifies Buglife’s mission: securing a thriving future for invertebrates as part of nature’s recovery.

You’ll lead strategic initiatives across systems, people, and processes, shaping a roadmap for sustainable growth and innovation. From organisational design to digital transformation, you’ll be the catalyst for change — building capability, cohesion, and resilience across Buglife.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead discovery and strategic direction, assessing internal operations and external opportunities.
• Develop and deliver a transformation roadmap with measurable impact.
• Inspire and manage cross-functional teams including Finance, HR, Communications, Fundraising and Engagement.
• Champion inclusive leadership, emotional intelligence, and organisational cohesion.
• Shape Buglife’s global growth strategy and explore new funding models.
• Overhaul systems and processes to create a more agile, integrated organisation.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven expertise in transformational leadership, business model innovation, and strategic planning.
• Experience engaging Boards and senior stakeholders with clarity and influence.
• Deep understanding of change management methodologies and programme delivery.
• Commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style.

Desirable: Experience in conservation, environmental or science-led sectors; familiarity with digital transformation and international experience or perspective on scaling impact globally.

Why Buglife?

Buglife is a passionate, science-led charity making a real difference for biodiversity. You’ll be joining at a time of exciting change, with the opportunity to shape the organisation’s future and scale its impact globally. Buglife offers a collaborative culture, flexible working, and a chance to lead with purpose.

Ready to lead transformational change for nature’s smallest heroes?
Apply now and help Buglife build a future where invertebrates thrive. 

We are partnering with GatenbySanderson on this recruitment. For more information and how to apply, please click on the button below.

Closing date:  28 November 2025

GatenbySanderson Interviews:  8 – 12 December 2025

Buglife Interviews: 6 – 15 January 2026

Buglife is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups in the environmental sector, including people from global majority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

About Adolescent Health Study

The Adolescent Health Study (AHS) is an ambitious new UKRI-funded initiative to establish a prospective, longitudinal population study that will generate a globally leading open science data platform and research resource. AHS aims to recruit at least 100,000 young people from across the UK and to follow their mental and physical health and wellbeing over at least 10 years. It plans to collect data through questions and measures; to obtain bio-samples for a wide range of genomic and other high-throughput assays; and to capture linked data relevant to health and wellbeing from participants’ health, education and other administrative records. There will be a strong emphasis on engaging with and involving young people, schools, parents and other relevant stakeholders in the design and delivery of the study, as well as on including young people that represent as wide as possible a range of backgrounds, experiences and characteristics. AHS will focus on enabling a wide range of research, including studies of the critical biological and social developments that occur during the transition from childhood to adulthood and the determinants of both mental and physical health and wellbeing in adolescents and young adults.

Purpose of the post

The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Business Operations, the postholder will oversee all financial operations, providing strategic insights to inform decision-making and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and best practices.
This role is integral to supporting the organisation’s mission of advancing health research through effective financial stewardship, and it offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced finance professional to make a significant contribution within a mission-driven organisation.

Main responsibilities

Financial Strategy and Planning
• Develop and implement robust financial strategies to support the organisation’s strategic goals.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Support procurement and commercial processes, ensuring value for money and delivery assurance.

Financial Management, Reporting and Regulatory Compliance
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, and cash flow management.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the executive team, Trustees and external stakeholders.
• Lead the preparation of annual accounts and coordinate with external auditors, specifically in relation to Companies House and Charities Commission obligations.

Stakeholder engagement
• Work closely with workstream leads to provide financial advice and insights that guide strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with external funders, grant providers, and other stakeholders to ensure transparent financial management.

Process improvement
• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems, processes and tools, to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Proven experience in independent financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements in the UK, specifically in relation to not-for-profit, charitable and research organisations.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with non-finance stakeholders.
• Experience of working in a health and/or data research environment.
• Familiarity with grant management and reporting requirements.
• Knowledge of financial systems, implementation and optimisation.
• Experience in developing financial strategies within a growing organisation.
• Experience of modelling operational costs to support decision making and delivery.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the proven ability to prioritise and, at times under pressure, produce accurate work to deadlines.

​Desirable criteria

• Experience of working in an organisation in its infancy or a start-up.
• Understanding and experience of using project management tools and techniques.
• Understanding and experience of procurement of good and services in a health and/or data research environment.

Dimensions

• This is expected to be a full-time post however AHS would consider applicants looking for part-time opportunities.
• AHS is a national organisation, and our activities take place across the UK.
• Flexible working will be required across several geographical locations in the UK.

Application Process

This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and the post holder having the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Please apply online with a CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages) explaining what you can bring to this role, your preferred working hours (FTE or PTE) and including your current salary.

The closing date for this position is midnight on Sunday 23 November 2025.

Interviews are currently expected to be held during the week commencing 15 December 2025.

Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

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It is an exciting time for the Adolescent Health Study (AHS) as we establish our senior leadership team in 2025. As the senior executive team evolves, the AHS values will be grounded in inclusivity, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.

Director of Finance & Operations

Global not-for-profit consultancy

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: circa £70,000

Location: London (every Wednesday, and ideally at least one other day per week)

A global not-for-profit consultancy is seeking a Director of Finance & Operations to lead its internal infrastructure and enable high-performing delivery across the UK, US and sub-Saharan Africa. The organisation works with mission-driven initiatives, from grassroots innovations to international movements, helping them scale their impact sustainably through practical tools, strategies and support.

This is a senior leadership role that combines strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, ensuring the organisation runs efficiently, sustainably and in alignment with its mission.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and sitting on the Senior Management Team, the Director will oversee finance, HR, governance and operational systems. They will lead a transformation of financial processes and controls, champion inclusive people practices and future-proof the organisation’s infrastructure to support growth. The role also includes oversight of compliance, risk and the integration of digital tools to enhance resilience and insight.

The successful candidate will bring: 

• Proven experience leading finance functions in international or multi-site organisations
• Strong operational expertise with a track record of improving systems and processes
• Commercial acumen and the ability to advise on pricing, margin and resource utilisation
• Experience in organisational change and future-proofing infrastructure
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to challenge constructively and build trust
• A commitment to the organisation’s mission and to building a high-performing, inclusive workplace

This is a unique opportunity to shape the operational backbone of a globally respected organisation at a time of growth and innovation.

How to Apply

Please apply by submitting an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement addressing the role requirements via the recruitment partner’s website.

Category Manager | £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits | 12-month FTC | London - Hybrid Working

For a large UK-wide Housing Association, we're recruiting a Category Manager on a 12-month FTC. During a period of significant investment in service provision and effective category management and business partnering, the Category Manager will continue this journey of operational excellence and will develop and lead strategic sourcing, agreeing procurement strategy for several supply chain categories taking a commercial and compliant approach in development the best routes to market.

What you'll be doing:

• Work alongside the group procurement team and senior procurement manager to develop and deliver operationally excellent strategies for a portfolio of supply chain categories
• Lead on the development, procurement and implementation of category strategies, ensuring contracts awarded deliver value for money
• Identify key supply relationships to drive improvement in value for money, performance, quality, service and innovation
• Develop successful supply chain relationships though supplier visits, and understanding end-to-end supply chains
• Develop extensive market research and analysis and evaluate market intelligence to support procurement strategies
• Monitor and report on supplier performance across the group for assigned categories
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure all portfolio suppliers are monitored during their contracts, and facilitate the review and audit of spend categories
• Develop and provide management information on category spend across all budgets and procurement efficiencies
• Develop best practices to ensure regulatory and governance compliance.

What you'll offer us:

• CIPS qualified (or studying towards)
• Proven track record in applying Public Contracts Regulations (PCR 2015) knowledge to the management of end-to-end procurement activity
• Experience in Corporate Services Category Management (HR, Finance, Facilities, Marketing)
• Experience using different routes to market including frameworks/DPS and other tender approaches
• Experience delivering high-value complex procurement solutions
• Proven experience of providing expert procurement advice to a range of stakeholders

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