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JOB DESCRIBTION
Job title: Executive Assistant to the CEO
Contract: Part time, 3 days. Flexibility regarding working pattern: hours could be worked across 3 or 4 days in the week. Permanent contract.
Salary: £17, 398 pro rata (£29,000 full time equivalent)
Manager: Gestalt Centre CEO
Location: Hybrid working. In-person at London Kings Cross and remotely.
ABOUT US: THE GESTALT CENTRE
We are the Gestalt Centre, an established therapy not-for-profit organisation, supporting the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups, and organisations. We are a dynamic charity that runs, accommodates, and supports a number of counselling, psychotherapy, personal and professional development courses, and a range of therapeutic practices that enhance mental and psychological wellbeing.
As Gestalt Centre, our relationship with people who work for the centre starts from a place of trust. We see our structure as an organisational shape that we use to organise ourselves. What matters for us is how we all work together. We prioritise collaboration and ‘horizontal’ consultative decision making with individual and collective responsibility and accountability.
OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives.
OUR PURPOSE is to promote the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups and organisations through Gestalt education, training and practice.
Gestalt is a life-changing approach to life, counselling, and psychotherapy. It enables people to develop meaningful relationships, navigate change and lead fulfilling lives by creatively utilising their own resources, skills and strengths.
OUR VALUES IN PRACTICE
Diversity, equality, inclusion and anti-discrimination: We value equity and inclusion and welcome diversity and difference in backgrounds, identities, cultures, and voices. We also commit to anti-discriminatory action and encourage personal and collective awareness, reflection, and learning. It is integral to who we are and how we work and study together.
Kindness and respect for each other and the space we cohabit. Our relationship with people who work, learn and access therapy at the centre starts from a place of respect and kindness. This way we create a space where we can show up, work, and learn authentically and meaningfully. Feel seen, heard, and included.
Collaboration and mutuality: We work and study together, collaboratively and with respect and appreciation for each other. Every person matters and so does the collective.
Community, awareness, and personal responsibility: We are a community of staff, students, practitioners, and clients; working, studying, and accessing therapy at the centre. Individually and collectively, we are responsible for our presence and behaviour. Also responsible for our community and the space we inhabit.
ABOUT THE JOB
Job Purpose
We are looking for an exemplary people-oriented administrator to provide administrative support to the Gestalt Centre CEO and the workstreams she manages. An important role in the organisation, working with senior leadership and across teams, in a welcoming and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow on the job.
Areas of work and responsibility
- Administrative Support to the Gestalt Centre CEO
- Coordinate and support projects and workstreams the CEO leads on: Operations, Communications and Marketing, Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications, HR, Finance, Policies, Fundraising and Health & Safety.
- Liaise with the CEO and the leadership team to update the organisational plan and workstream plans, also keep track of relevant priority actions and progress.
- Provide administrative support for governance processes such as the Annual Financial Audit, Trustee Board meetings, the Charity Commission and Companies House submissions.
- Provide administrative support to the organising and running fundraising activities and events.
- Administrative support and coordination for the annual planning of Short Courses and Post Graduate Qualifications programmes.
- Organise, provide administrative support, and attend as appropriate, weekly operational meetings, monthly Executive meetings, and other project meetings, led by the CEO. Prepare meetings set up, information and any required papers in advance. Organise dates, taking and sending out minutes and coordinate follow-up actions ensuring progress and completion.
- Liaise with the CEO to prepare, format, edit and update reports and policies for internal and external audiences to a high standard.
- Provide a professional first point of contact for the CEO and as required liaise with her and the leadership team in order to respond to emails or phone calls and organise follow up meetings.
- Office team support such as reception/admin cover or support with events, as and when occasionally required.
- Carry out responsibilities with due regard to the Gestalt Centre values, policies and procedures.
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Key Competencies and Qualities
- Educated to degree level or equivalent with good English and Maths.
- Experience working with and assisting senior leadership professionals.
- Excellent organisation and planning skills and experience, including balancing competing demands and prioritising effectively, forward planning and working to tight deadlines.
- Excellent coordination skills and good experience of coordinating projects, workstreams or activities.
- Excellent communication skills, including conveying information clearly and adjusting approach, manner, and language to suit varying situations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills (‘people person’) such as developing good working relationships with colleagues, working collaboratively and initiating relevant discussions to progress with work tasks.
- Experience and able to work well with senior professionals and in a positive professional matter.
- Able to work in a confident, calm, diplomatic and confidential way in a senior role and a therapy setting. Reliable and mature with a sense of personal responsibility for the role and the work involved.
- Flexibility and proactive problem-solving, always working with kindness and respect.
- Excellent attention to detail and confident with numbers.
- Good working knowledge and experience of databases and online administration systems, including information and files management.
- Able to plan and organise own work effectively and able to work well in a dynamic busy setting.
- Able to work collaboratively and independently on own initiative.
- Experience working effectively and appropriately with confidentiality and data protection in mind and in line with organisational policies and practice.
- Good working knowledge of MS Office applications such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, email, and the internet.
- Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
- Preferably experience working within an educational, training or therapy setting (desirable).
To apply please forward to Archie Rotap, your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 2 pages, outlining how you meet the job requirements and the value you’ll bring to it. Archie's email can be found in the job description document attached.
OUR VISION is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Starting Salary: £31,312 - £33,815 (including London weighting)
Location: Romero House, London
Hybrid working with a minimum of 40% of your time in the London head Office
Job Profile
We are looking for an Advocacy Assistant who is keen to contribute to the work of CAFOD’s advocacy work, especially our work in Parliament. You will work closely with the policy and campaigns teams in contributing to bringing about long-term change for the poorest and most marginalised. The post will be responsible for monitoring key issues in Parliament and supporting work with the CAFOD All-Party Parliamentary Group. It provides direct support to the Director of Advocacy and Communications and ensures our advocacy and development education grants programme is well administered. You will be interested in advocacy work and have had some experience in campaigns, policy or parliamentary work, maybe gained in a voluntary capacity. You’ll be very well organised, with an eye for detail and completing tasks on time.
Key Responsibilities
Providing focused and valuable administrative support
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Developing and amending online and offline systems for teams or the Group
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Support the teams on events, activities and projects
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Supporting and Coordinating Supporter mailings
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Collate relevant annual reporting information including the ECOSOC reporting.
Parliamentary Monitoring
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To track Parliamentary activity, statements, questions and circulate these to relevant stakeholders within CAFOD
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To support organising Parliamentary events and APPG meetings
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To work with other NGO’s and coalitions on Parliamentary activity
Grant Processing
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To administer the advocacy and development education grants liaising with prospective and successful grantees as appropriate.
Communications Support
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Act as a first point of contact for any external enquiries, passing on requests to others as appropriate, and ensuring that the Supporter Relations Team have up to date information
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Supporting the campaigns and policy team’s communications, mainly internal, and where appropriate, through CAFOD’s external website, social media tools
Financial Support
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Monitoring expenditures and budgets
Person Specification
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Understanding CAFOD: I understand, demonstrate and actively support CAFOD’s vision, mission and values and what we aim to achieve
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Managing ourselves: I recognise what needs to be done and take action to deal with it
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Working with others: I help others in the team and across CAFOD to achieve their goals
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Communicating: I actively listen to others; I keep colleagues informed of developments that may affect them
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Managing resources: I am clear about available resources and how they can be best used. I am careful in the use of resources, including other people’s time
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Achieving results: I have a clear sense of priorities. I keep focused on the work to be done.
Job-specific Competencies
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Experience in administration and budgets in an office environment with good knowledge of IT systems
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Good communication skills, written and verbal.
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Understanding of the UK Parliament is helpful but not essential.
CAFOD is a welcoming and supportive place to work and is committed to a safe and inclusive working culture where all are respected. CAFOD will make reasonable adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process to ensure candidates with disabilities or individual needs are fully supported.
Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults
CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect. CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse. CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount. Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behaviour as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures.
Come and join us and help make a real difference in the lives of the world’s poorest communities.
CAFOD is an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
CAFOD is the official Catholic aid agency for England and Wales tackling poverty and injustice across the world.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an organised and proactive events professional with a passion for creating high-quality supporter experiences?
From intimate cultivation dinners to flagship stewardship moments, our high value events play an important role in building meaningful relationships with our most committed supporters. We’re looking for an exceptionally organised High Value Events Assistant to play a key role in supporting the delivery of this varied and ambitious programme.
What does this role do?
As High Value Events Assistant, you will:
- provide high-quality administrative and delivery support across a portfolio of flagship, bespoke and stewardship events for high value audiences.
- manage guest lists, invitations and RSVPs, ensuring accurate data handling and a seamless supporter journey.
- support the development of event content and collateral, including liaising with internal teams and sourcing compelling case studies.
- research and liaise with venues and suppliers, source prize donations and support event logistics to ensure smooth delivery.
- lead on the organisation of regular internal events, including the annual departmental conference.
- take responsibility for delivering a small number of supporter engagement events, working with major donors and corporate partners where appropriate.
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for Tuesday 31st March and Wednesday 1st April 2026 and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll have experience in events, administration or team support, ideally within the charity, fundraising or corporate sectors. You’ll be highly organised, detail-focused and confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring strong communication skills, sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Most importantly, you’ll be motivated to contribute to impactful events that support the mission of Dogs Trust.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
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Islamia Girls’ School is a successful, independent secondary school in Brent, North West London. Rated “Good” by Ofsted, the school is rooted in a strong Islamic ethos and academic excellence. Our vision is to nurture well-rounded individuals through high standards, strong morals, and personal growth. With a warm, welcoming atmosphere and dedicated staff, we are proud to be a place many call a home away from home.
We are seeking an organised, professional, and committed School Receptionist to support the efficient day-to-day operations of the front office. This is a key role at the heart of school life, acting as the first point of contact for students, staff, parents, and visitors. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of administrative support, uphold confidentiality, and maintain a positive and welcoming environment for all stakeholders.
You will work closely under the supervision of the Deputy School Business Manager while also being expected to take initiative, prioritise tasks independently, and contribute proactively to the smooth running of the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to ensure the smooth functioning of the school office.
- Manage the school reception desk and telephone/email correspondence.
- Maintain accurate records, databases, and confidential files.
- Support the organisation of meetings, school events, and communications.
- Liaise professionally with staff, students, parents, and external agencies.
- Uphold strict confidentiality and contribute to safeguarding practices at all times.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are delighted to be supporting a prestigious London-based university in their search for a Executive Assistant to join the Dean’s Office on a temporary basis. This is a full-time, hybrid role based in Central London 3-4 days per week, running up for 2-months in the first instance.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced EA who thrives in a fast-paced academic environment and enjoys providing high-level support to senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities for this role include:
- Supporting the day-to-day operations of the Dean’s Office, including managing phones, ordering supplies, and reporting maintenance issues.
- Coordinating meeting logistics such as room bookings, catering, AV support, and ensuring meeting spaces are set up appropriately.
- Assisting with diary and meeting management for the Dean and COO, including developing an understanding of their preferences and priorities.
- Collaborating with departments across the school to ensure consistent service delivery and effective cross-functional working.
To be considered for this position, you should possess:
- Proven experience in a senior-level executive assistant or C-Suite support role.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- A proactive, professional approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confidence working with senior stakeholders and maintaining discretion.
If you’re a detail-oriented EA with a collaborative mindset and a passion for supporting senior leadership, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply below and submit your CV in Word format.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
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Are you looking to take the next step in your HR career? Do you want hands-on experience in employee relations and the opportunity to grow within a supportive, highly skilled HR team? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.
Employee Relations Assistant
Reference: FEB20264403
Location: This role can be worked primarily from home, Flexible in UK
Contract: Fixed until 31st December 2027
Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £30,075.00 - £32,108.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Holidays, Pension and Life Assurance
The Employee Relations Team is a vital part of our HR department, supporting managers across the organisation with matters including conduct, capability, absence, redundancy and a wide range of other employee relations topics. We are now looking for an Employee Relations Assistant to support our Advisers while also developing your own skills and responsibilities.
This is an ideal role for someone currently working in HR administration or HR support, who is working towards (or already has) a professional HR qualification-ideally CIPD Level 5-and is keen to gain deeper ER experience.
What you’ll be doing
In this position you will work closely with our experienced team of eight Employee Relations Advisers. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of ER activities, take part in case discussions, and gradually take ownership of less complex matters.
Your responsibilities will include:
Employee Relations Support
- Acting as the first point of contact for employee relations, policy and contractual queries.
- Supporting and coaching managers through first stage queries and HR processes.
- Attending ER meetings alongside advisers and contributing to case discussions.
- Applying HR policies and procedures with accuracy and confidence.
HR Operations
- Assisting advisers with case preparation and documentation.
- Maintaining and updating employee records.
- Providing advice on terms and conditions of employment.
Project Work
- Contributing to HR and operational projects as required, including policy development and process improvement.
What you’ll bring
We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn, confident in supporting others, and keen to build a solid foundation in employee relations.
Essential skills & experience:
- Experience in an HR Administrator, HR Assistant or HR Coordinator role.
- Confidence in advising managers on HR procedures and basic ER issues.
- Strong organisation and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Competent user of MS Office and HR systems.
- CIPD Level 3 (or equivalent) and ideally working towards Level 5.
- A basic understanding of employment law principles and developments.
What we offer
- Clear progression pathways and ongoing professional development.
- Regular check-ins, shadowing opportunities and hands-on ER learning.
- Exposure to a wide range of HR activities, projects and policy work.
- A collaborative, supportive HR team where your growth is a priority
Additional Information:
This is a Contract until 31/12/27, Full Time role for 37.5 hours per week.
Closing date: 23:59, Tuesday, 31st March 2026
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position as soon as we see good applications, so please don't delay.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.
If you wish to provide a cover letter with your application, please include this at the end of your CV document upload.
Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
No agencies please.
The RSPB brings people together – people like you – to protect the things that matter to us all.

Actively Interviewing
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The Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung is a German political foundation headquartered in Berlin with offices in more than 100 countries worldwide. Our London office – covering the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland – is looking to recruit a Project Assistant & Office Manager to support our programme activities and the day-to-day operations of the office.
Our annual programme includes panel discussions, workshops, and international conferences with partners from politics, academia, business, and the media.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the organisational coordination and smooth running of the London office, while supporting the delivery of our programme activities.
Key Responsibilities
· Assist in planning and implementing events and projects
· Organise event logistics, including venues, travel, and accommodation
· Use the internal project management system for project and financial administration (training provided)
· Liaise with headquarters in Berlin and local contractors/service providers
· Manage day-to-day office operations and general administration
· Assist with diary management, meeting organisation, and internal coordination
· Assist with accounting and financial administration
· Support Companies House filings and basic corporate administration
· Maintain relationships with partners and stakeholders
· Assist in maintaining contact databases and mailing lists
Requirements
· Minimum 2 years’ relevant professional experience
· Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and strong general IT literacy
· Excellent planning, organisation and prioritisation skills
· Excellent communication skills
· Native-level English, German language skills desirable
· Right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship
We Offer
· Full-time permanent position
· Hybrid working (3 days in the London office)
· 24 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
· Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year, depending on experience
· A dynamic international working environment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the opportunity
As Accounts Assistant focusing on Treasury and Accounts Receivables, you'll play an important role in delivering a high-performing, efficient financial transactions operation with partnership and improvement at its core. This is both an operational and developmental role, offered with the possibility of pursuing a formal qualification such as a financial accounting apprenticeship or another appropriate finance or administration-related qualification.
You'll be part of our Finance & Assurance directorate, reporting to the Financial Transaction Team Officers and working alongside other assistants and trainees. Focusing specifically on Treasury and AR activities, you'll gain broad experience across cash management, income processing, and receivables. From recording and processing financial transactions to supporting month-end and year-end processes, you'll monitor daily communications and role-model brilliant partnership and customer service, support reconciliations and audits, and work in an agile way across multiple projects and workstreams.
This is a role where your success is built on strong collaboration across multiple teams. You'll have opportunities to undertake specific improvement projects, identify ways to enhance processes, and support colleagues across the organisation to operate within best practice when it comes to financial transactions.
About you:
You're someone with a willingness to learn and develop on the job, sharing your learnings with colleagues to foster whole-team development. You have a working interest in quality improvement and an enthusiasm for a career in finance with ideas to help us constantly improve. You have experience with problem-solving, preferably in a financial environment, and you're willing to proactively reach across to colleagues in different teams.
You'll have:
- Willingness to learn and develop on the job (including undertaking specialist training), sharing those learnings with colleagues.
- Working interest in quality improvement in processes, analysis, communications, or customer service, and experience supporting it.
- Enthusiasm for a career in finance and ideas to help us constantly improve.
- Experience of problem-solving, preferably in a financial environment, and willingness to proactively reach across to colleagues in different teams.
- Good grasp of data and how it can be analysed and presented to improve understanding, engagement, and performance.
- Experience of developing basic financial reports and performing simple bank reconciliations.
What you’ll focus on:
- Supporting the effective running and performance of the Financial Transactions team, with a specific focus on Treasury and Accounts Receivables activities.
- Undertaking specific projects to demonstrate or drive improvements across Treasury and AR processes.
- Monitoring and responding to daily communications from colleagues and role-modelling brilliant partnership and customer service.
- Recording, processing, and filing financial transactions in line with internal procedures, including completing reconciliations.
- Assisting in month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing for and supporting audits.
- Identifying ways to improve processes and making recommendations to senior colleagues.
- Supporting colleagues across the organisation to operate within best practice for financial transactions.
- Role-modelling working in ways that always adhere to internal policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
- Liaising with suppliers and other third parties where appropriate.
- Supporting officers and managers with reconciliations, reports, and analysis related to cash management and receivables.
Could your enthusiasm for finance and quality improvement help strengthen our Treasury and Accounts Receivables operations? Are you ready to develop your skills while gaining qualifications in an environment where learning and collaboration are valued? If you're looking for a role where development meets meaningful purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Important Dates
- The deadline for applications is Sunday 22nd March 2026
- Interviews will take place across 31st March, 1st and 2nd April.
About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the UK's biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer's Society, we're the UK's leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we're working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people.
Our hiring process
During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply. Please also contact Alzheimer's Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart. We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice.
We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice.
We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a Criminal Record Check at the relevant level. You can read more information via our Website.
Giving back to you
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
You can also visit our Working for Us pages, which give you more information about what it's like to be an employee at the Society.
Do you have experience in customer service and love speaking to people? Do you want to help deliver an excellent supporter experience to support raising funds for a charity? If so, come and join our London team and contribute to the incredible work that we do across Sue Ryder.
You will be responsible for:
• Responding to customer/supporter queries, questions, and complaints across multiple channels.
• Processing and reconciling fundraising income at Sue Ryder.
• Thanking supporters for their donations and assisting with the delivery of supporter/customer journeys, or aspects of supporter journeys.
• Assisting with the management of compliance and best practice at Sue Ryder.
• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the Fundraising Database
About You
The successful candidate will have good communication skills both written and verbal. You will be organised with the ability to work within a team. Ideally you will have experience with managing a customer ticket system or group inbox with excellent attention to detail and an understanding of the importance of data quality.
This is an excellent entry level opportunity for a capable and proactive individual to advance their career and learn about all aspects of Supporter Care.
Minimum Essential criteria:
• Computer literate with experience using Microsoft programs such as Word and Excel
• Experience of data entry, and understanding of the importance of data quality
• Strong standard of numeracy, comfortable manipulating large and complex spreadsheets
• Available for hybrid working, 2 days in London minimum
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.
Closing date: 30th March
Interviews: TBC
**We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date should we feel we have a sufficient number of suitable applications.
Benefits
• Company pension scheme
• 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online
• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.
We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible.
We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
Please let us know if you have any feedback to make our recruitment processes more accessible and inclusive or if you require any adjustments made to your application or interview process.
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Title: EA to the Chief Executive
Location: Guildford/Hampton, TW12 3RA (3days/week, hybrid working pattern)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time 37.5 hours
Salary: £34,458 - £44,500 per annum
Closing date: 22/03/2026
MLC Partners is delighted to be supporting Shooting Star Children’s Hospices with the appointment of an Executive Assistant to the CEO. Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is a leading children’s hospice charity caring for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions, and their families across Surrey and London. In this pivotal role, you will provide high-level executive and governance support to the CEO, Directors’ Team and Board of Trustees, ensuring leaders are organised, informed and enabled to perform at their best.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively manage the CEO’s complex diary, inbox and communications, ensuring priorities are met.
- Draft, collate and coordinate high-quality papers, briefings and key documentation.
- Provide governance administration for the Board of Trustees and sub-committees, including agendas, papers and minutes.
- Act as a key point of contact for Trustees, supporting recruitment administration, compliance checks and mandatory training.
- Coordinate meeting logistics end-to-end (venues, packs, actions), ensuring smooth delivery and timely follow-up.
- Maintain accurate, confidential records and effective filing systems (manual and digital).
- Support policy review tracking and ensure governance information remains current.
- Support internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO and Directorate.
About You:
- Significant experience as an Executive Assistant / PA supporting senior leaders in a busy, complex organisation.
- Confident managing demanding diaries, sensitive correspondence and competing priorities.
- Strong experience producing high-quality papers and taking clear, accurate minutes.
- Governance exposure (board/committee support) is highly desirable.
- Exceptionally organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously.
- High levels of discretion, professionalism and sound judgement when handling confidential matters.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant who wants to play a key role at the heart of a purpose-driven organisation making a real difference to children and families.
For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Briar at MLC Partners.
The Salvation Army – Assistant Head of Legacy and In Memory Fundraising
Location: Hybrid working, 2 days in office, London SE5.
Salary: £53.952 – £57,055 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours.
The Salvation Army, the UK’s leading social welfare charity, is seeking an Assistant Head of Legacy and in Memory Fundraising to increase the number of In Memory donors and legacy supporters who will leave a future gift to the charity in their Wills.
The Salvation Army is one of the largest, most diverse providers of social and community services after the Government. With more than 600 local centres, they make a powerful difference to people across the UK who might otherwise be excluded.
The Assistant Head of Legacy and In Memory Fundraising is a senior role in the Legacy and In Memory Fundraising team, working alongside the Head of Legacy and In Memory Fundraising to drive activities after a significant and sustained investment in this area by the organisation.
The role will lead on the delivery of a multi-channel legacy marketing programme and championing legacy giving across the organisation. The post-holder will be responsible for establishing a year on year 10% increase in the number of legacy enquirers, considerers, intenders and pledgers to the charity, as well as establishing a new in memory fundraising programme that will increase annual income.
The successful candidate will have extensive expertise in all aspects of legacy and in memory fundraising and of project managing multiple campaigns across a range of channels, achieving and improving target revenues. You will have a track record in successful strategic planning, management and implementation of strategy and be a highly organised project manager able to work across simultaneous complex projects.
Your excellent leadership and people manager skills working and building high performing teams will be combined with strong financial management and analytical abilities. You will also be skilled in creative development and be an excellent communicator, able to influence at a senior level and to develop strong, successful, collaborative and influential working relationships. Finally, you must be able to work within, and be empathic with, the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army Mission.
Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 30th March, 9am
Our mission is based on our faith in Jesus Christ who wants everyone to experience life in all its fullness.



Salary: Between £15.34 per hour
Contract: Full-time, up to the end of July 2026
Location: Central London 3-days per week, remainder remote
We are delighted to be supporting a leading London-based university in their search for a Faculty HR Assistant to join their HR team. Looking for an immediate start and running to the end of July 2026, this is a full-time role, working 35 hours per week with a hybrid pattern of 3-days on campus in Central London.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and an interest in HR processes to support faculty operations in a world-class academic environment.
Key Responsibilities for this role include:
- Providing day-to-day HR support to faculty members and assisting with general HR queries.
- Managing affiliate faculty onboarding, including Right to Work checks, contract administration, and data entry.
- Arranging payments for affiliate faculty through the procurement system.
- Maintaining accurate faculty records across HR systems and databases, including iTrent and Document Manager.
- Supporting teaching feedback and course evaluation processes, ensuring timely and accurate data handling.
- Assisting with ad hoc HR and administrative tasks as required.
To be considered for this position, you should possess:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Experience using HR and procurement systems (e.g., iTrent, TechOne).
- Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
If you're looking for a varied HR support role in a collaborative academic setting, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply below and submit your CV in Word format.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
The Role
Following an internal promotion, the Law Society is seeking a Social Media and Content Assistant to produce high-quality written and visual content, act as the first point of contact for our online community, monitor and respond to member comments and enquiries, and provide wider administrative support to the Social and Content teams.
As Social Media and Content Assistant, you'll create and distribute targeted communications across our web, email and social media channels, while maintaining and monitoring the processes that support the delivery of communications projects and campaigns.
Please review the full job description for further details.
What we're looking for
What's in it for you
This is an excellent opportunity to work with contemporary thinkers in a progressive membership organisation.
The successful candidate will join a strong brand with a reputation for excellence and legal expertise, committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of excellence, trust, clarity and respect.
We offer hybrid working, a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.
Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.
The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and other decision makers, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors.
Job Title:EA to the Chief Executive
Salary: £34,458 - £44,500 per annum
Hours:Full Time,37.5
Contract Type: Permanent
Location:Guildford/Hampton,TW12 3RA
About Shooting Star Children’s Hospices
We have an exciting opportunity for a Executive Assistant to CEO to join our team at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or who have been bereaved. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, we support families across Surrey, north-west London and south-west London from diagnosis to end of life and throughout bereavement with a range of nursing, practical, emotional and medical care.
At the heart of what we do are our dedicated staff; their exceptional commitment and professionalism mean every family has the opportunity to make every moment count.
It’s a great time to join Shooting Star Children’s Hospices as we continue to strengthen our services and invest in improvements that will enhance the support we offer to children and families.
About the role
Your key purpose will be to provide high‑level executive and governance support to the CEO, the Directors Team and the Board of Trustees, ensuring they are organised, informed and enabled to perform at their best.
In this pivotal role, you will manage the CEO’s diary and communications, prepare and coordinate key documentation, oversee governance administration, and ensure board and committee meetings run smoothly. You will also act as a key point of contact for Trustees, supporting recruitment, compliance checks, mandatory training, and the distribution of board papers.
You will play a crucial part in keeping the organisation running efficiently by maintaining effective systems, coordinating meetings and minutes, monitoring policy reviews, and assisting with internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO.
About you
This role requires experience in providing high-level executive or PA support within a complex organisation, including managing demanding diaries, handling confidential correspondence, and preparing high-quality papers and minutes. Experience supporting governance, boards or committees would be highly advantageous.
You will also be able to organise and prioritise a varied workload, work independently with minimal supervision, and exercise sound judgement when escalating issues or acting on behalf of the CEO when delegated. You will be an excellent communicator, capable of building effective working relationships with senior leaders, Trustees, staff, and external partners.
You will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong IT skills, and a commitment to maintaining professional standards, confidentiality, and accuracy in all aspects of your work.
Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
What we offer
In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:
Pension scheme
- NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions
Annual leave
- 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
- 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service
Contractual benefits
- Generous sick pay scheme
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
- Flexible working arrangements
- Death in service benefits
- Reimbursed professional membership fees
- Eye care
- Employee referral scheme
- Blue Light discount card
Health and wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational Health
- Mindfulness sessions
- Cycle to work scheme
- Mental Health First Aiders
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.
Please contact the People Team if you have any questions about this role.
Anticipated Start Date: 04/05/2026
Closing Date: 22/03/2026
Pay £14.29/hour
Location: Central London
Working arrangements: In-office, 2 days/week (sometimes 3 during busy periods)
Employment type: Temporary ASAP start - 4 months, full-time
Are you ready to use your admin and customer service skills to make a real difference? We’re looking for a friendly, organised Supporter Care Assistant to join a busy Marketing & Engagement team. You’ll help manage donations, support fundraisers, and ensure our supporters feel valued, all while gaining hands-on experience in the charity sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to supporter emails and calls promptly
- Update databases and process donations
- Support community fundraisers
- Manage online shop orders and postage
- Keep inboxes and records organised
- Previous customer service or office/admin experience
- Strong communication, organisational skills, and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and database management
- Reliable, proactive, and a team player
- Passionate about making a difference
- Desirable: experience in the charity sector or fundraising
- Gain hands-on experience in the charity sector
- Contribute to campaigns that make a real impact
- Work in a supportive, fast-paced environment
- Temporary role for 4 months, with possible extension
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.


