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Epic is looking for a Finance & Administration Officer to support the Operations Department of an international charity supporting high-impact non-profit organisations.

The Finance & Administration Officer will work under the leadership of the Director of Finance & Administration. 

This position will allow the successful candidate to acquire hands-on experience across payroll coordination, organisational operations, financial administration, and grantmaking support within a fast-growing international non-profit organisation. As a portion of the Epic team is based in Paris, a good working knowledge of French (spoken and written) is required.

This position will work with a deeply engaged team in an international environment. Given the versatile nature of the responsibilities and the small team size, candidates will need to demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to take ownership while working independently.

Epic offers an enriching and agreeable work environment with opportunities for professional growth and network development. This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative organisation that places social impact at the heart of its mission.

Responsibilities 

Financial & Grant Coordination

• Support Epic’s bi-annual grantmaking process, including but not limited to drafting and distributing grant agreements and archiving documentation.

• Manage the process of financial reporting from Epic’s portfolio organisations, coordinating with the Operations and Programs teams to verify compliance with Epic’s reporting requirements.

• Assist with administrative monitoring of supported organisations, including data collection and documentation management.

• Process invoices and reimbursements, maintaining accurate payment trackers and supporting financial operations.

• Collect, organise, and archive invoices and accounting documentation to ensure financial compliance and efficient record keeping.

• Initiate bank transfers in the absence of the responsible person.

• Review donation records in Salesforce, help reconcile them with the accounting records, and ensure supporting documentation is complete and properly archived.
   

HR admin & Payroll Management

• Maintain and update HR policies, including the Employee Handbook, ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations in the UK and France.

• Manage employment contract administration for employees, interns, volunteers, and consultants or any other type of contracts across France and the UK, ensuring compliance with relevant legal frameworks.

• Manage payroll for France and the UK directly through the PayFit payroll platform, ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and compliance with local employment and tax regulations.

• Coordinate relationships with external benefits and training partners (e.g. healthcare providers, occupational health department (France), and training bodies.

• Support managers with recruitment and onboarding processes across teams (distributing screening questionnaires, preparing onboarding plans, coordinating onboarding logistics, etc.).

• Manage administrative onboarding and offboarding for employees, interns, and volunteers, ensuring a smooth and well-structured integration and offboarding process. 

• Help organize team trainings and monitor individual staff trainings.

• Manage and update workplace risk assessments.

• Help manage all other obligatory processes stipulated by the labour code.

Operations & Administrative Management

• Conduct research and manage procurement processes for administrative goods and services.

• Maintain office supplies, services, and operational inventory, ensuring timely procurement and efficient management.

• Support regulatory declarations and submissions to relevant authorities and institutional stakeholders.

• Contribute to the optimisation and streamlining of administrative and operational workflows.

Other Responsibilities

• Provide support on additional HR, financial, or operational projects as required.

• Any other task that may be requested in the scope of these general responsibilities.

Position Requirements

• Must have the right to work in the United Kingdom 

• Proven professional experience within a startup or small non-profit/charity environment, demonstrating the ability to operate effectively in a fast-evolving international organisation.

• Dynamic, open, and autonomous disposition 

• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with an impeccable attention to detail

• Good knowledge of HR administration and employment practices in international or multi-country environments

• Excellent level of English and professional working proficiency in French (written and spoken). Please note that interviews will be conducted in both English and French. 

• Mastery of Google Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Salesforce or another CRM is also desired.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience 

Contract Details

• Position based in London, UK.

• Contract type Permanent – Full-time

• Working hours: 40 hours per week

• Salary range: £32-37k / gross annual

• Position to fill as soon as possible.

Employee Benefits 

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Up to 2 days of teleworking per week.

• 5 weeks of paid holiday annually, not including bank holidays, with additional office closure between Christmas and New Year's. 

• Access to private healthcare coverage through our healthcare partner, BUPA, fully covered by Epic for the employee and 50% coverage for partner and/or dependents. 

• Retirement Savings Plan: Enrolling in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan with employer contributions 3%.

• £150 culture/sport allowance per year for all eligible staff on a permanent contract and who have successfully completed their trial period.

• Workplace Amenities: Access to modern workplace amenities: onsite cafes and snacks, and recreational facilities.

The Social Media and Digital Content Manager is central to shaping and delivering the Young Vic's social media and digital content strategies. This role will take ownership of the Young Vic’s social media channels, promoting the full scope of programming and projects and bringing the Young Vic’s brand and tone of voice to life for our online audiences. It will also lead the Young Vic's approach to digital storytelling and video content, finding innovative ways to engage new audiences in our programming and bring them closer to the artistic visions and processes behind our work. Cultivating digital partnerships is also key to this role; helping bring the Young Vic to new audiences.

Essential Skills

A strategic, pro-active and creative approach to social media and digital content

Sound knowledge and experience of managing social platforms

Experience briefing and booking freelance creatives, and producing video content

Experience managing social media campaigns and successfully driving reach and engagement online.

Proven copywriting and editorial skills

Experience using social media planning and publishing software, including Meta Business Suite

Knowledge of digital accessibility standards and a strong belief in inclusive content creation

A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organisational and project management skills, and confidence in managing multiple priorities and stakeholders. Impeccable accuracy and strong attention to detail.

A collaborative approach, with the ability to engage multiple levels of stakeholders.

A pro-active self-starter who takes initiative and loves new challenges.

A passion for the work produced at the Young Vic, and its core mission

Experience managing budgets

Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

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We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

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As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.

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About you:

This is a terrific opportunity to play a fundamental role as Welfare Grants Manager at Muscular Dystrophy UK. 

You will be responsible for the effective management and delivery of the charity’s equipment and housing grants programmes, including the Joseph Patrick Trust (JPT) mobility equipment grants and the Property Impact Fund housing grants.

About us:

Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically. 

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This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.

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Values and behaviours:

• A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity’s values.

• Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.

• A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.

• Always demonstrate role model behaviour.
  
   

Benefits:

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.

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Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work–life balance, and career development. Our offerrange of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...

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Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1)

​Closing date:​Wednesday, 8th April 2026

Interview: Shortlised candidates are likely to be contacted during the week commencing Monday 13th April, with interviews expected to take place within the same week

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Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities

About us

 10 Windsor Walk (10WW) is a Community Interest Company established by local therapists concerned to address the provision of intensive psychological services for those most in need.

We support psychoanalysts, psychotherapists and the local community by providing psychotherapy treatment rooms and space for training and events related to developing psychological services.

More than this, we are a hub where therapists and psychoanalysts can meet, work together and exchange ideas on developing the practice as a whole.

Our work includes:

Affordable treatment – We run low- and no-fee psychotherapy for those in need in the local community, alongside trainees from the Institute of Psychoanalysis who offer low-fee psychoanalysis.

Community programmes – We run a weekly therapeutic playgroup for parents and toddlers seeking sanctuary in South London, alongside public events such as the Psychoanalytic Film Club and Maudsley Lectures.

Education and training – We host lectures, seminars and specialist training for psychotherapists, psychoanalysts, NHS staff and the wider public.

About the role:

We are seeking a part-time Finance Officer to support the financial management of the organisation and strengthen our internal financial systems.

Working closely with the Programme Manager and Finance Sub-Committee, the Finance Officer will maintain accurate financial records, support grant reporting and provide financial information to support organisational planning and governance.

This role is particularly suited to someone with strong bookkeeping experience who enjoys working in a small mission-driven organisation and contributing to the development of robust financial systems.

Summary of tasks:

·Day-to-day bookkeeping and maintenance of Xero

·Managing payments

·Reconciling bank transactions and maintaining accurate financial records

·Maintaining clear financial records and audit trails to support internal controls and financial transparency

·Producing and releasing sales invoices

·Submitting monthly payroll info to accountant, including HMRC and pension submissions

·Preparing and posting monthly journals ahead of review by the Programme Manager and Finance Sub-Committee

·Maintaining prepayments and accruals

·Tracking and monitoring grant income and expenditure, and preparing financial reports and information for existing and future funders

·Updating and maintaining cashflow forecasts

·Supporting year-end accounts and liaising with external accountants

·Maintaining the fixed assets register and depreciation schedules

·Support the review of the Reserves Policy

·Monitoring liquidity and key financial indicators and reporting concerns to the Programme Manager and Finance Sub-Committee

·Monitoring service contracts and ensuring value for money

·Supporting the financial aspects of the transition from CIC to charity

·Assistance in the preparation of project budgets

·Supporting lease and grant subsidy administration 

·Supporting the development and implementation of financial policies

Working relationships

The postholder will work closely with the Programme Manager and Finance Sub-Committee, providing specialist financial oversight and strengthening internal controls, rather than undertaking general management responsibilities.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

·Has experience of bookkeeping and financial administration

·Is confident using accounting software such as Xero

·Is highly organised with strong attention to detail

·Can manage financial information clearly and accurately

·Is comfortable working collaboratively within a small organisation

·Has strong communication skills and the ability to explain financial information clearly

·Is interested in supporting a mission-driven organisation working in the field of mental health and community support

This job description outlines the main duties of the role. It is not an exhaustive list, and the postholder will be expected to undertake additional responsibilities appropriate to the role as organisational needs evolve. The role involves working closely with colleagues across programmes, operations and governance in a small and collaborative organisation.

How to apply:
 
Interested candidates are invited to submit a (1 page max) cover letter along with a CV.
 
The closing date for applications is Monday the 13th April 2026. Interviews are scheduled to take place the week of 27th April and/or 4th May 2026. A short assessment task will be shared with shortlisted applicants.
 

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references will be required.
 
Accessibility:
 
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate this.
 
Equal Opportunities Statement:
 
10 Windsor Walk Community Interest Company complies with the Equality Act 2010. We believe in fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting diversity in our employment practices. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, marital
status, medical history, parental status or genetic information. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.

St Mary Redcliffe is a thriving, inclusive Christian community that has grown significantly over the past twelve years. It is a traditional, robed, choral church that is also theologically progressive, committed to welcoming and valuing people of all ages, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and circumstances. The church reflects a diverse and vibrant congregation united by a shared commitment to faith, inclusion, and the belief that all are equally loved and welcomed by God.

Alongside its worshipping life, St Mary Redcliffe is a well-established heritage destination and an active force for good in one of the most deprived parishes in the country. Thousands of visitors already come each year, with ambitious plans through Project 450 to expand access, facilities, education, and interpretation, enabling many more to engage with the church’s history, heritage, and Christian story. Deeply rooted in its local context, the church invests heavily in community development, runs a community hub, and is recognised by the city as a key civic partner. All of this is sustained by a small, committed staff team, working creatively and energetically across worship, community engagement, safeguarding, heritage, governance, and the complex practical demands of running a large, historic parish church.

We are seeking an experienced and committed Finance Manager to support the work of the church by ensuring excellent financial stewardship, strong governance, and clear financial planning.

This is a key role, working closely with the staff team, clergy, churchwardens and PCC, and offering both strategic oversight and hands-on financial management.

About the Parish

• A large and active congregation with multiple weekly services
• A broad programme of pastoral care, community engagement, and outreach
• A team of clergy, paid staff, and volunteers
• Significant restricted and unrestricted funds
• Annual income and expenditure of approximately £1.4 million

The Role at a Glance

Job Title: Finance Manager
Reports to: Head of Operations
Works closely with: Staff team, clergy, churchwardens and PCC
Hours: Full time: 37.5 hours per week, with the option to reduce depending on candidate and circumstance
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £34,628
Location: Primarily on site, with opportunities for flexible/hybrid working

Purpose of the Role

The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective financial management and in large part, delivery of the church, ensuring robust systems, accurate reporting, compliance with charity and diocesan requirements, and strong financial planning. The role supports the PCC in fulfilling its legal and fiduciary responsibilities and enables staff and clergy teams to focus on the strategic priorities of the church.

This is a broad role with a large scope requiring close attention to detail in a complex organisation. There is a requirement for oversight and management as well as day to day bookkeeping delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management and Reporting

• Oversee all day-to-day financial operations of the church.
• Prepare accurate management accounts for the Head of Operations, Incumbent, Treasurer, and PCC.
• Monitor income and expenditure against budget, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Manage cash flow to ensure the parish can meet its financial commitments.
• Prepare year-end accounts and act as the main liaison with independent examiners or auditors.

Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with staff team colleagues, clergy and PCC.
• Support medium- and long-term financial planning aligned with wider church strategy and organisational priorities.
• Provide clear financial analysis and advice to inform decision-making.

Governance, Compliance, and Risk

• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements, diocesan financial regulations, and PCC policies.
• Support the PCC in meeting its fiduciary responsibilities.
• Maintain appropriate financial controls, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with risk management and internal controls, including fraud prevention.

Income, Funds, and Stewardship

• Oversee the management of restricted, designated, and unrestricted funds.
• Monitor and reconcile income streams, including:
  • Planned giving and donations
  • Service fees (weddings, funerals, etc.)
  • Grants and trusts
  • Commercial and events income
• Support stewardship campaigns and fundraising initiatives with financial insight and reporting.

Payroll and Staffing Costs

• Working closely with the Governance and Administration Officer & our payroll provider to oversee payroll processing, pensions, and staff-related financial matters.
• Ensure compliance with employment and HMRC requirements.
• Work with line managers on staffing budgets and forecasts.

Systems and Processes

• Maintain and develop effective financial systems and software.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and audit trails.
• Improve processes to enhance efficiency, transparency, and resilience.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with the Head of Operations and PCC Treasurer, offering professional financial expertise and support.
• Occasional requirement to attend relevant subcommittee meetings, presenting financial reports clearly and accessibly.
• Where appropriate, support staff and volunteers with budget management and financial understanding.
• Communicate financial information sensitively and clearly to non-financial audiences.

Person Specification

Essential Experience and Skills

• Significant experience in financial management, accounting, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Experience working within a charity, not-for-profit, or public-sector environment.
• Knowledge of charity finance and governance requirements.
• Experience of financial software
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and integrity.
• Strong excel skills.
• Ability to explain financial information clearly to non-specialists.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable Experience and Skills

• Experience working within a church context.
• Familiarity with diocesan financial frameworks.
• Experience managing complex or multi-stream income.
• Knowledge of payroll, pensions, and employment-related finance.

Personal Qualities

• Commitment to the values and mission of the parish.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and professional.
• Calm, collaborative, and solutions-focused.
• Confident in offering advice and constructive challenge where needed.
• Able to work independently while being an effective team member.

Safeguarding

St Mary Redcliffe Church is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to submit:

• Their CV and a covering letter of no more than 2 pages, outlining suitability for the role based on the information contained in the recruitment pack.

Closing Date: By 10am on Thursday 2nd April

About the College
The Royal College of Pathologists is a professional membership organisation with charitable status concerned with all matters relating to the science and practice of pathology. It is a body of its Fellows, Diplomates, Affiliates and trainees, supported by the staff who are based at the College's London offices.

The College is a charity with over 13000 members worldwide. The majority of members are doctors and scientists working in hospitals and universities in the UK.
The College oversees the training of pathologists and scientists working in 17 different specialties, which include cellular pathology, haematology, clinical biochemistry and medical microbiology.
Although some pathologists work in laboratories, many work directly with patients in hospitals and the community. Together, they are involved in the majority of all diagnoses and play an important role in disease prevention, treatment, and monitoring. If you have ever had a blood test, cervical smear or tissue biopsy, a pathologist will have been involved in your care.

About you
You are a highly organised and financially astute Membership & Finance Manager with strong experience in managing membership operations, subscription income, financial controls and CRM driven processes.
This candidate thrives in environments undergoing systems change, is confident in reconciling complex income streams, and demonstrates excellent attention to detail. They bring a calm, analytical approach to problem solving and deliver a high standard of customer service to internal and external stakeholders

The Royal College of Pathologists understands the value and strength that diversity brings and we are proud to be an organisation of members from a wide range of backgrounds. We are keen to encourage and enable more people of all identities and from all backgrounds to become involved in the College.

We reserve the right to close the position early if we receive enough suitable applications.

Global Legal Contracts Manager

These are exciting times for the charity, and we have an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded and detail-oriented individual with strong influencing and organisational skills to join the Governance and Compliance Team

This is a 12-month fixed term role starting as soon as possible.

Position: Global Legal Contracts Manager

Location: Devon/Hybrid

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 08.30-16.30, Monday-Friday

Salary: £68,273

Contract: 12-month fixed term

Closing Date: Tuesday 31st March

About the Role

As Global Legal Contracts Manager, you will lead the strategic control and optimisation of global legal services across sanctuary, driving improved financial discipline, governance, compliance and quality assurance. Within this multifunctional and rewarding role, you will partner closely with Finance, Governance and senior stakeholders across the charity to ensure legal services are aligned with organisational risk, value, and strategic objectives.

Your main duties include:

• Working with key stakeholders to drive continuous improvement in the quality, consistency, and commerciality of legal services delivered across the organisation
• Working with internal partners to support the review and redesign of the charity’s legal function.
• Acting as the central point of control for organisational legal spend
• In partnership with key stakeholders track and analyse global legal casework in relation to legal risk and compliance.
• Working with Director Global Assurance and functional leads to support, develop and implement governance frameworks to improve oversight, approval processes and reporting of legal costs.
• Managing relationships with external legal providers
• Leading, developing and performance managing the team, setting clear objectives aligned to the Charity’s strategic aims, ensuring accountability, capability building, and a clear understanding of the team’s contribution to organisational success.

About You

You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive in England & Wales, with substantial post qualification experience in commercial/contract law, either in-house or with a reputable law firm.

You will have:

• Experience in an in-house legal, contracts, or legal operations role within a global operation.
• A strong understanding of legal spend management, governance, and financial controls within a multi-jurisdictional international organisation.
• Experience of working with external legal panels and managing professional service providers.
• Proven ability to analyse cost data and develop practical, value-driven solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience influencing senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Extensive experience of supporting and advising at Board and Executive level on corporate and legal affairs, both in the UK and internationally.

Benefits include:

• Competitive pension.
• Life assurance (4 x annual salary).
• BUPA private health cover.
• Sickness Income Protection (50% of salary)
• 31 days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 with each full year of service.
• Wellbeing team.
• Recorded Pilates and Yoga classes.
• Long service awards.
• Healthshield plan.
• Free parking.
• Subsidised restaurant and shop.

About the Organisation

Join one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

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Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.

Transform is seeking an organised and diligent Finance & Administration Manager to join our team.

Transform is a biennial festival of powerful international performance, based right here in Leeds. Every two years, we assemble artists from across the globe to present thrilling theatre, dance and performance to diverse audiences in their thousands across the city.

We’re looking for a capable, personable and experienced professional working in finance or administration who thrives on supporting organisations to run smoothly and efficiently. Organised, proactive and rigorous, you’ll be familiar with developing and leading effective administrative and financial systems. You’ll have an interest in contemporary arts and understand the value of Transform’s work.

About the role

Job title Finance & Administration Manager

Contract Part time, 3 days a week. Permanent contract. Working days ideally Monday–Wednesday but we are open to hours being split differently across the week and happy to discuss flexible approaches

Salary £36,000 per annum, pro-rata

Pension employer contribution 4%

Location Hybrid role. 1-2 office-based days per week in Mabgate, Leeds

Annual leave 33 days per year including bank holidays (20 days including bank holidays pro rata 0.6)

Line manager Artistic Director/CEO

Key relationships Executive Producer, Senior Communications Manager

Responsible for Payroll provider, Bookkeeper, Accountant (rolling freelance contracts)

Application deadline Monday 20 April, midday

Please see the job pack on our website for the full job description, person specification and information on how to apply.

Head of Finance (1 FTE)

Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £62,163 – £73,992 per annum pro rata
Location: Bournemouth Campus with regular trips to London

Health Sciences University (HSU) – formerly AECC University College – is a specialist health sciences institution dedicated to excellent education, clinical care and applied research.

Following the approval of our new university title in July 2024, and the merger of the University College of Osteopathy into HSU from 1 August 2024, we are entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation across our Bournemouth and central London campuses.

We are a values‑driven organisation inspired by our mission to create a healthier society through education, research and clinical care. Our staff and students form a caring and inclusive community, working together to deliver our Strategic Plan 2021–2026, which will soon be refreshed to reflect recent institutional developments.

HSU delivers a diverse and growing portfolio of pre‑ and post‑registration courses and research in allied health and related disciplines. We also provide substantial CQC‑registered clinical and imaging services, offering high‑quality care to staff, students and the wider community. These facilities create a unique environment for practice learning, support for NHS partners, and a strong platform for applied research.

Partnership working is central to our identity as an agile and collaborative higher education and clinical provider. As we grow across Dorset and London, we are developing a more strategically informed approach to partnership working—locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Head of Finance to act as the University’s senior professional lead for financial management, planning, reporting and control.

This pivotal role provides authoritative financial stewardship, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, and plays a key part in shaping strategic decision‑making across the institution.

You will lead the Finance function to:

• Deliver high‑quality financial information
• Strengthen long‑term financial sustainability
• Provide expert advice to the Executive Team, Senior Management, the Board of Governors and external regulators

The role also involves leading the strategic development and continuous improvement of financial systems, ensuring that platforms, reporting tools and workflows are reliable, efficient and fit for purpose. HSU currently uses Exchequer, and you will lead the selection, development and implementation of a new finance system.

You will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure that legal, regulatory and compliance matters are embedded across the University.

About You

You will be an inspirational and motivating senior manager with substantial financial management experience in the Higher Education sector. You will also:

• Hold a recognised accounting qualification
• Be comfortable leading from the front while working collaboratively within a senior management team
• Have experience implementing and improving financial systems
• Demonstrate strong budgeting, planning, forecasting and compliance expertise
• Be highly organised and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Have proven experience in regulatory financial reporting, including statutory data returns to the Office for Students
• Be confident liaising with internal and external stakeholders, providing timely reports for University Management and Board Committees

Applicants must be able to demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum & Nationality Act 2006.

Benefits

• Competitive employer’s pension
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Enhanced policies
• Subsidised clinical treatments
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• And more

Please note: CVs will not be accepted as a substitute for the application form.

Key Dates

Closing date: Wednesday 8 April 2026
Interviews: Thursday 16 April 2026

HSU values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture offering equality and opportunity for all. We participate in Disability Confident and Mindful Employer schemes and welcome discussions around flexible working.

We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces.

This post may be subject to an Enhanced or Basic DBS check.

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Public-Private Finance Specialist - National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator

Contract: 18 Months Fixed-term contract, Full-time, contingent upon successfully securing project funding, target start date May 2026

Location: The role can be based in London (United Kingdom), Accra (Ghana), Dar es Salaam / Dodoma (Tanzania), Lusaka (Zambia), or Lilongwe (Malawi), subject to right to work eligibility in the respective countries.

In the UK, we support and enjoy a hybrid working environment. A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in the London office, for coordination, collaboration and connectivity across the team, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid.

Salaries & Benefits: Salaries and benefits will vary by country, depending on the successful candidate's location and experience. See further details below:

UK: GBP £61,645 per annum with excellent benefits*

Zambia: ZMW 939,581 – ZMW 1,174,476 per annum with excellent benefits.

Ghana: GHS 687,637 – GHS 1,045,327 per annum with excellent benefits.

Tanzania: TZS 148,523,228 – TZS 185,654,036 per annum with excellent benefits.

Malawi: MWK 75,784,188 - MWK 119,156,217 per annum with excellent benefits.

*We offer competitive, market-aligned starting salaries. While most roles are offered at the advertised starting salary, we may adjust this in exceptional cases depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and potential.

Change starts with water. Change starts with you.

Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.

About WaterAid

We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.

About the Team

The role will report into the Project Lead: National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator, located in the Programme Operations Team, one of three support teams within the International Programmes Department of WaterAid UK.

The Programme Operations Team enables the effective management of the International Programmes Department through ensuring IPD Teams have access to robust high quality management policies, systems, process, tools and capabilities that work to support the delivery of programmes, enable the effective management of risk, and ensure strong financial planning and management.

About the Role

The Public and Private Finance Specialist will provide specialist technical leadership on WASH financing strategy, structuring and investor engagement within the National Water Compact Delivery Accelerator.

The role is responsible for ensuring that priority WASH projects are financially credible, appropriately structured and aligned with the requirements of public, concessional and where relevant private finance providers, enabling formal entry into financing appraisal and investment pipelines.

In this role, you will:

1. Financing diagnostics and strategy (Stage 2)

• Lead or contribute to country‑level diagnostics of WASH financing constraints, including budget flows, fiscal space, creditworthiness, and investor risk perceptions.
• Analyse the balance between public, concessional, blended and potential private finance options.

2. Project prioritisation and financing alignment (Stage 3)

• Support the assessment and prioritisation of WASH project concepts against financing institution criteria.
• Advise on project scale, affordability and financial structuring options, with ambition for large‑scale (>$100m) investments where feasible.

3. Project structuring and investment readiness (Stage 4)

Lead financial inputs into full project development, including:

• indicative financing structures.
• proposed sources of finance.
• allocation of financial and non‑financial risks; and
• affordability and sustainability considerations.

4. Engagement with financing institutions (Stages 3–6)

• Support structured engagement with multilateral development banks, DFIs, bilateral financiers and philanthropic funders.
• Interpret and translate financing partner requirements into actionable guidance for government teams.
• Support progression of priority projects into formal concept review, pre‑appraisal or appraisal queues.

5. Public–private interface and blended finance (where relevant)

• Assess the potential role of private finance, guarantees or delegated management models within public‑led WASH investments.
• Advise on risk‑sharing mechanisms, viability support and blending approaches appropriate to country context.

6. Quality assurance, learning and guidance

• Contribute to internal quality assurance of financing diagnostics, project concepts and full project packages.
• Document lessons on WASH financing pathways, including what has and has not proved credible with financing institutions.

Requirements

To be successful, you’ll need:

• Strong professional experience in public sector, development or infrastructure finance, with a focus on WASH or related sectors.
• Demonstrated understanding of MDB, concessional and blended finance processes.
• Experience working with government counterparts on financing strategies or investment preparation, particularly ministries of finance.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financing issues clearly to non‑finance specialist audiences.
• Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:
• Direct experience engaging with World Bank Group, AfDB or similar financing institutions.
• Experience of blended finance, guarantees or private capital mobilisation in infrastructure or public services.

• Experience working across multiple countries or fragile financing contexts.

Closing date: Applications will close 12:00 PM UK time on 10th April 2026. Shortlisting and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis, and the role may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. We therefore encourage you to apply at an early stage.

How to Apply: Click Apply to answer the pre-screening questions, upload your CV.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?

At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.

Pre-employment screening:

To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Benefits

As a global organisation, WaterAid is committed to creating an environment where you can thrive and be yourself at your very best. Alongside our inspiring mission and meaningful work, we offer a range of benefits tailored to each country’s context and policies. These will be shared during the process

Our Global Commitment:

Our people promise

We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Together, we’ll change the world through water.

Join us and be part of the change!

As our Research Partnerships Manager, you’ll play a vital role in shaping collaborative partnerships and programmes that support research development for people with motor neurone disease (MND). This is an opportunity to bring your skills to a team that works with focus and determination.

Joining the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association, you will help ensure that research partnerships are well-managed, well-governed and ready to grow. As Research Partnerships Manager, you’ll work closely with colleagues and external stakeholders to strengthen programmes that support innovation across the research community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of research partnerships and programmes
• Line manage and support the Research Partnerships Officer
• Oversee governance, due diligence, contracting and compliance processes
• Maintain programme plans, timelines and reporting frameworks
• Monitor progress and risks, ensuring effective mitigation
• Liaise with Finance and Research Funding teams on budgets and procurement
• Drive improvements to partnership and governance procedures
• Develop and deliver partnership activities across academic, clinical, funding and industry sectors
• Support negotiation and documentation of collaboration agreements
• Implement new programmes including seed funding and innovation calls
• Oversee all operations and reporting linked to the MND Collections

About You

• Degree in biomedical or health sciences (postgraduate desirable)
• Significant experience in research programme or partnership management
• Proven understanding of research governance, ethics and data management
• Confident delivering partnership or convening activities
• Skilled communicator able to work with varied stakeholders
• Excellent organisation, analytical ability and complex project management skills
• Experience supporting or managing people
• Understanding of research funding or translational research initiatives
• Knowledge of the health innovation landscape across academia, NHS or industry
• Working knowledge of managing biobanks or collaborative research infrastructures

Hybrid working expectations: office attendance one day per week

Further information about MND Association and full job description is available in the attached Candidate Pack.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusivity. We work to remove barriers for everyone affected by MND, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee interviews for disabled applicants who meet the role's requirements.

What We Offer

• 28 days holiday, increasing to 33 days after 5 years, plus Bank Holidays
• Access to UK Healthcare, including dental, eyecare, health screenings, and therapies
• 24/7 GP access via phone and video
• Life assurance and confidential counselling helplines
• Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, Buy/Sell Annual Leave)
• Access to Benefit Hub for discounts on everyday shopping
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Opportunities for training and personal development
• Hybrid working

About Us

Motor Neurone Disease moves fast. It takes away time, it takes away independence and it has no cure. Every day we support people affected by MND. We fund ground-breaking research. We campaign for better care. We’re here for everyone who needs us. Because with MND, every day matters.

Finance Officer

Birmingham LGBT is seeking to appoint a Finance Officer to provide professional financial support to the organisation and to join the motivated and enthusiastic team at the Birmingham LGBT Centre, 151 Hurst Street, Birmingham B5 6EW. We are offering a permanent contract, full-time (37 hours per week) with occasional evening and weekend work. The post-holder will be entitled to 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays. The salary is £27,506 per year, plus up to 5% matched pension contributions.  

If you would like to apply for this post, please download an application pack from our website, complete the application form and the equal opportunities monitoring form and email them to us, or print the forms, complete them and deliver them to the address above.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 5pm on Sunday 12 April 2026.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held shortly after the closing date.

*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation; the work we do to support those effected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch.

Location: Havant

Salary: £36,547 - £39,372

Hours per week: 37

Contract Type: Full Time/Permanent 

Reference Number: STOPDA847

Main Purpose and Scope of the Job:

 

Prepare compelling responses to grant applications, support the Business Development Director and wider leadership team with responses to complex tenders and high-value funding applications.

Ensure all policies, procedures and practice are reviewed in line with designated timescales and meet the quality assurance requirements of the national outcomes framework and service standards for VAWG, SafeLives, Women’s Aid NQS, RESPECT accreditation principles and any additional frameworks agreed by the CEO.

Lead, monitor and evaluate projects as designated by the Business Development Director e.g. project management of website redevelopment, collaborating with external contractors and our IT Manager to convey our organisational vision.

Support operational activities which inform whole-organisation improvement e.g. gather and analyse staff survey feedback data, possess a natural curiosity for data analysis and identification of trends which draw meaningful conclusions from qualitative and quantitative data.

Manage (and delegate where appropriate) and quality assure all subject access requests, complaints and data queries in line with Data Protection and GDPR legislation, working with, and supported by the Business Development Director (DPO) on complex cases.

 

What We Offer:

Time off and Flexibility:

- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (Increasing with service)

- Birthday day off

- Child’s first day of school off

- Option to purchase up to 10 additional days’ leave per year

- Flexible and hybrid working

- Protected time of up to one hour each month

Family-Friendly Benefits:

- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave

- IVF Leave

Health and Wellbeing:

- Westfield Health Healthcare Cashback Plan (after probation)

- Westfield Health Personal Health Insurance (after 2 years’ service)

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Eye care vouchers

- Cycle to Work Scheme

About Stop Domestic Abuse:

Stop Domestic Abuse is a proud women-led organisation supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence and abuse across Portsmouth and Hampshire. Our vision is a world without domestic abuse, and we work to ensure that it’s ‘everyone’s business.’

We provide refuge and community-based support, delivering in a trauma-informed way for adults, children and young people, tailored to individual needs. Our 19 refuges offer safe, welcoming homes, and across our services we provide one-to-one support and group activities to help improve their safety and to meet others with similar experiences. We support children process their experiences and help regain a sense of safety.

Our UP2U programmes support those seeking to change abusive behaviours, and we also offer specialist support for victims of stalking. We also deliver training to professionals, including the hair and beauty industry, to recognise domestic abuse and connect people to specialist support services.

Our Values:

Equality, Openness, Honesty, Respect for individual dignity and diversity, Empowering women and children, and Care and Compassion – are at the heart of everything we do. By committing to these values, we aim to significantly improve the lives of those we support and work towards our vision of a world without domestic abuse.

Finance Manager (Part-Time)

Hours: 16 hours per week (hybrid working, with at least 50% of time in the Guildford office)
Salary: £43,000–£45,000 FTE (depending on experience)
Reports to: Chief Executive
Direct reports: Finance Administrator

Oakleaf Enterprise is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team. This is a key role within the organisation, working closely with the Chief Executive, Trustees and wider Senior Management Team. You’ll oversee all financial activity, ensure compliance with Charity SORP and relevant regulations, and support the organisation to operate efficiently and responsibly.

About the role

You will lead on all financial reporting, planning and compliance, and ensure financial information is accurate, timely and useful for decision-making. You will also manage one member of staff (Finance Administrator) and work with colleagues across the organisation to support budgeting, forecasting, project costing and grant applications.

Key responsibilities

Board & Leadership

• Advise the CEO and Board on all financial matters, ensuring all legal and financial requirements are met.
• Attend Board and relevant sub-committee meetings.
• Provide financial input for the Strategic Business Plan and other analysis as required.

Reporting

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts, including variance analysis, restricted/unrestricted funds and balance sheet reporting.
• Lead the year-end process with external accountants, including audit/independent exam planning, reconciliations, site visits and production of Financial Statements.
• Work with the CEO and department leads to prepare the annual budget and provide variance analysis for Board approval.
• Produce a six‑month reforecast.
• Monitor restricted funds and update the Fundraising and Client Services teams.
• Track reserves and ensure adherence to the reserves policy.

Tax

• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns, ensuring correct application of partial exemption rules.
• Review gift aid and GASDS claims to ensure compliance and maximise income.

Payroll

• Ensure compliance with pensions, NMW and tax regulations.
• Oversee P11Ds and payrolling of benefits (where applicable).
• Support and oversee the Finance Administrator with SAGE payroll and keep up to date with relevant tax/employment law changes.
• Review payroll before submission.

Other responsibilities

• Manage high‑level cashflow and work with the Finance Administrator on daily cash monitoring.
• Line-manage the Finance Administrator.
• Support departments with project budgets, cashflows and grant applications.
• Develop and update financial systems and controls as the organisation evolves.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure cost‑effective purchasing (including IT, utilities and contracts).
• Contribute to the wider SMT.
• Maintain the chart of accounts in SAGE and ensure monthly reconciliations and journals are completed.
• Keep up with CPD requirements.
• Carry out other duties as required.

Essential criteria

• Experience working in a charity, with strong knowledge of Charity SORP (old and new).
• Experience using SAGE 50.
• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CIPFA).

Benefits

• Stakeholder pension with 4% employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 32 days’ holiday including statutory leave, plus your birthday off
• Paid sick leave