Deputy finance systems manager jobs

This is a senior leadership role accountable for award winning high performing shops that deliver + £3.5m in sales in the context of an ambitious and developing trading strategy.  The post holder is directly accountable for sustaining and building this performance leading a team of staff and volunteers and in working as part of the central trading and wider hospice teams.  The role combines sales and profit targets, creativity, accountability, empathic people skills and a passion for trading. Our retail business is a key driver for organisational success. The Hospice of St Francis Charity provides essential free care across West Hertfordshire and South Buckinghamshire.  More than 80% of the income we spend comes from trading and fundraising. Our retail performance (sales and profit) benchmarks at the very top of the sector with award winning and innovative retail formats supported by a strong volunteer base and shop team delivering outstanding customer service. 

Main duties and responsibilities:

· Line management and mentoring 5 direct line reports and oversight accountability for a team of 33 whole time equivalent employees (53 people) and 500 volunteers

· Maintain and improve our performance at the top of the charity retail sector nationally

· Hold oversight of leases and ensure effective lease management

· Accountability for delivering more than £3.5m in annual sales, with levels of engagement, profit and performance that deliver the strategic aims of the Charity

· Accountability for retail Gift Aid income and HMRC compliance assuring at least £300k annually from retail claims

· Project manage the process of new shop openings as required

· Accountability for customer complaints, health and safety, fire safety and environmental health across all retail premises working closely with our estates team to assure compliance

· Ensure our shops operate as a physical and digital front door to the hospice, creating a dynamic interactive culture

· Collaborate effectively with peers and colleagues, operating in adherence to the values and ethos of the Hospice

· Contribute to the design, development and implementation of the trading road map, annual budget and profit projections, annually and over 3- 5-year timescales to match the strategic development timelines of the Charity

· Maximise the potential of Electronic Point of Sale to drive performance and provide regular KPI reports internally at all levels, motivating the shop teams, in accountability to the Trading Board and our committees, Board and AGM

· Maintain an up to date understanding of high street trends and charity retail trends and ensure our merchandising, product development, social media and retail innovation maintains our competitive edge

· Assure windows and shop floors meet the highest standards of engagement and stand out on the high street embedding the ‘owned brand’ and social impact

· Accountable for ensuring a programme of community engagement and events where our shops are community hubs

· Leading projects including lead responsibilities in the set up and opening of new shops

· Implementation of goal setting, career development reviews and routine and regular supervision and team meetings to build an inspiring successful team culture and empower individual performance

· Use a range of digital systems effectively in the management of the business and in communication, including social media, on-line analysis of reach and click rates

· Represent the Trading Directorate at Health and Safety Committee, attend the Trading Board, as required Income generation committee and deputise for the Director at Executive Meetings, deputising for the Director of Sustainable Trading as required

· Embeds equality, diversity and inclusion across trading processes and practices

· Represent the organisation as ambassador and contribute to maintaining the wider public presence of the Charity.

Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities & Tasks

Departmental & Role Specifics 

· Set objectives that are realistic and encourage outstanding performance, in a supportive team culture with effective individual supervision, support and training to ensure our performance continues to benchmark nationally at the top of the charity retail sector.

· The senior responsible manager in Trading, holding overall accountability for all aspects of our charity retail operation

· As an ambassador for the organisation maintaining excellent relationships with all suppliers and partners

· Lead a team of 33 whole time equivalent employees (51 people) and 500 volunteers to deliver at least £3.5m in sales and at least £300k in gift aid annually

· Ensure our shops operate as a physical and digital front door to the hospice, creating a dynamic interactive culture

· Lead, manage and coach a culture of openness to engage the diversity of the community as customers, donors, staff and volunteers

· Detailed understanding and analysis of data from a range of sources in order to collate and provide timely effective verbal and written reports, to agreed schedules, reporting on and managing performance, risk, variance, effectiveness, trends and the cut through impact of innovation

· Collaborate internally and with external partners to maintain a range of projects with local colleges teaching and training in fashion, design and social media, including joint events and succession pipelines with apprenticeships, DoE volunteer placements and internships

· Hold oversight of leases and ensure effective lease management

· Accountability for customer complaints, health and safety, fire safety and environmental health across all retail premises working closely with our estates team to assure compliance

· Project manage the process of new shop openings as required

· Collaborate effectively with peers and colleagues, operating in adherence to the values and ethos of the Hospice

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced data & analytics professional to join the Performance team in London.

Are you ready to make a different in a values-driven organisation?

Can you transform varied data into meaningful insights & communicate effectively with diverse audiences to enhance organisational performance?

Do you excel at applying critical thinking to evaluate service delivery models and drive systemic change to improve outcomes?

If you are passionate about using data to tackle complex problems, improve systems and shape strategic decisions, we want to hear from you…

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
• Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the Role:

As a Deputy Head of Service for Performance & Quality you will:

• proactively analyse data from diverse sources, transforming it into powerful & useful insights for our service
• produce management information, impact analysis, service modelling & customer-focused performance tools
• monitor service performance & identify risks to support & enable data-driven decision-making & continuous improvement
• be a key member of a multi-disciplinary network of experts within Victim Support's London Management Team
• work in partnership with key stakeholders across London's criminal justice system such as the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC), London's Police forces & the Ministry of Justice (MoJ)

Regular tasks will include:

• Producing monthly & quarterly reports for funders to evidence KPIs; identify trends, risks & service improvements
• Developing & iterating analytical pipelines to deliver high quality insight on service performance
• Meeting with front-line teams to explore service delivery & performance data
• Delivering insights & actions to stakeholders regarding service effectiveness
• Identifying areas of the service where data science & emerging technologies can be applied to improve efficiency, such as AI
• Collaborating with data professionals across Victim Support's national data function and within MOPAC's Data & Insight function

You will need:

• experience using either Python or R to bring data together from diverse sources and prepare for analysis using cleaning and preparation techniques
• extensive practical experience of using innovative platforms for data visualization including R Shiny, Power BI and/or Tableau
• A degree or equivalent professional experience in subjects such as Statistics, Data/ Computer Science, Economics, Public Policy, or the Sciences would be desirable

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

About Us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.

You will support the work of the Trust Company and Synod in all matters of compliance with Company and Charity legislation, overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Trust and Synod offices. You will also have the lead in-house responsibility for ensuring that the Board is able to discharge its financial responsibilities in an informed and timely manner. You will work with the honorary Synod Treasurer in liaising with and supporting local churches in financial matters.

You will be based in the Trust Office in Southampton, visiting other locations across the Wessex area as needed. Flexibility is also required for attending occasional evening and weekend meetings.

Key Responsibilities: Company Secretary 

1. in consultation with the Trust Executive Officer and the Chair of the Board, convene and provide administration for annual general meetings (AGMs) and Board meetings, including: 
   • producing agendas
   • making all papers available to the Board in a timely manner 
   • taking minutes
   • conveying decisions 
   • handling meeting correspondence 
2. provide legal, financial and/or strategic advice to the Board during and outside of meetings, and more generally advise the Board on corporate governance matters 
3. keep up to date with regulatory or statutory changes and policies that might affect the organisation 
4. ensure that the Company’s policies are up to date and are approved 
5. communicate with external professionals involved in corporate governance, such as auditors 
6. implement processes or systems to help ensure good management of the organisation or compliance with legislation 
7. file all necessary documents with the Charity Commission and Companies House, including the Annual Report and Accounts 
8. inform the Charity Commission and Companies House of appointments and resignations of Trustee Directors 
9. take responsibility for HR and the health and safety of employees, including payroll in liaison with external consultants 
   • maintain Role Descriptions for staff 
   • ensure that the Company’s Employment Handbook and statutory employment policies are reviewed and updated annually 
10. manage the Company’s premises and facilities, including IT in liaison with external consultants 

Key Responsibilities: Deputy Treasurer 

1. in collaboration with the Synod Treasurer: 
   • ensure the Wessex Trust is managing the assets of the Synod in an appropriate manner and in accordance with its strategy and policies 
   • report on the Synod’s financial matters and budgets to the Synod Executive and Trust
   • ensure that policies, operations and priorities are in keeping with the aims of the Wessex Synod. 
   • participate in the Synod Executive’s regular review of the Wessex Synod’s governance structure 
   • attend relevant Assembly level meetings for matters of concern to Synod Treasurers 
   • liaise with the Treasurers of the 12 other Synods, with a particular focus on commitments to Inter-Synod Resource Sharing. 
2. manage the annual process to agree and deliver the overall contribution from the Synod to the United Reformed Church’s national Ministry and Mission Fund, or its successor 
3. develop and maintain a rolling 3-year projection of the Trust’s financial capacity 
4. participate in the appointment of the Trust Secretary and the Financial Accountant and participate in monitoring and evaluating their performance 
5. undertake line management responsibility for the Financial Accountant 
6. serve on the Investment Committee and assist in maintaining the Trust’s Investment and Reserves policies 
7. monitor changes in statutory financial requirements and ensure that relevant ones are implemented 
8. support the Trust Convener in the production of the Trustees’ Annual Report 
9. take overall responsibility in the staff team for work to prepare for and support the annual statutory audit 
10. lead the Trust’s response to the Audit Findings Report each year and prioritise responses.

We're looking for a dynamic, community focused manager to lead our Hub operations, staff and volunteers. You'll shape service, connect wityh local groups and ensure the highest standards of hospitality and care. As the manager, you will report to the Trustees and have the opportunity to develop the centre to cater for needs in the community. 

This is a full-time (38 hours per week) position with the usual holiday/pension benefits with the full job description detailed on the Application Pack available on request from the Hub.

The Stable Family Home Trust is a values-led organisation where people always come first. Our main purpose is to support adults with learning disabilities to develop the skills and confidence that enable them to live their lives as independently as possible; to participate in their local communities and be valued for the extraordinary contribution they make to our society. We run a varied and exciting day services programme from our three sites in Christchurch, Ringwood and Southbourne, and run supported living and residential living services in Southbourne and Ringwood.

We are looking for a modern people leader who will bring fresh thinking and inspire trust across the organisation; a forward -thinking person who will model the standards of behaviour expected from employees and effectively challenge any employee behaviour that falls below these standards. You will be a confident communicator and decision-maker with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to employee issues.

You will be part of the Senior Leadership Team and will have significant involvement in the development of the Trust across all areas, including future workforce development and organisational transformation.

Working closely with the Chief Executive you will be the trusted deputy in their absence, making key decisions relating to all aspects of the organisation’s operations and providing a consistent leadership approach that reflects our organisational values.

To be shortlisted for this role we require an application form to be completed and submitted.

To apply for the role, please click the button to be redirected to our website.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and conscientious Corporate Appointee & Finance Officer to join our team.

This important role combines financial administration with the responsibility of acting as a corporate appointee or deputy, supporting vulnerable clients who are unable to manage their own financial affairs.

You will ensure that income such as welfare benefits and pension is received, bills are paid, and clients’ finances are carefully managed. You will use Xero accounting software to maintain accurate records and make secure online payments.

As part of our organisation, you will help ensure that some of the most vulnerable people in our community are supported to live safely and independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a corporate appointee or Deputy for clients in line with DWP requirements
• Receive and manage client income, ensuring rent, utilities and other bills are paid on time
• Process and reconcile financial transactions accurately using Xero
• Make secure online payments and manage client budgets
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records for audits and reports
• Communicate clearly with clients, families, staff and external agencies
• Handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly
• Follow all financial procedures, safeguarding policies and GDPR requirements
• Report discrepancies, safeguarding concerns or financial anomalies promptly
• Work collaboratively as part of the finance and support teams

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone with strong finance skills, accuracy and attention to detail who also has the interpersonal skills and patience needed to work with vulnerable individuals.

Person SpecificationEssential Skills and Experience

• Proven proficiency in Xero accounting or similar software
• Ability to process and reconcile online payments accurately
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE level or equivalent)
• Confident using IT systems including spreadsheets, email and online portals
• Experience of working or living with vulnerable people in a supportive or professional capacity
• Good verbal and written communication skills – clear, respectful and professional
• Ability to manage sensitive personal and financial information confidentially
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Organised, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines

Desirable Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of corporate appointeeship processes or DWP benefits
• Experience working in a charity, community or care organisation
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection

Personal Attributes

• Honest, reliable and professional
• Patient, empathetic and respectful
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Committed to fairness, inclusion and supporting vulnerable people

Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to use your finance skills to make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people. We provide:

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Ongoing professional development
• The opportunity to combine finance work with meaningful social impact

Job title: Head of Fundraising and Communications

Salary: £45,000–£52,000 per year (starting salary typically at £45,000 with progression based on performance and experience.)

Location: Hybrid between home and our exhibition locations in London (Your attendance in the office will vary flexibly between 1-5 days per week, depending on business need. We cannot offer fixed days at home).

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Reporting to: CEO

Direct Reports: Fundraising Manager, Senior Campaigns Manager

Indirect Reports: Communications Officer

Job Description

About the role

The Head of Fundraising and Communications will lead the development and delivery of a systematic, data-driven, and project-managed approach to fundraising and communications — driving sustainable income growth and raising the charity’s profile and influence.

As the charity’s strategic lead for fundraising, they will shape and expand our income streams, strengthen systems and processes, and build a high-performing team to help us reach more young people with our vital work. They will also lead on external communications and storytelling, ensuring our narrative is compelling, consistent, and rooted in the powerful impact of our programmes.

While this role will oversee a team of three, the postholder will be hands-on and deeply involved in the systems and practices they implement, ensuring excellence in both strategy and delivery.

This newly created role is a key position on the Senior Leadership Team, working closely with the CEO, Deputy CEO, and Head of Programmes to deliver The Ben Kinsella Trust’s vision and strategy.

As part of a small charity making a big impact, you will play a central role in ensuring Ben’s legacy continues to educate, empower, and inspire thousands more young people across London and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

  Fundraising

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all fundraising activity, ensuring a systematic and dependable approach to income generation.
• Develop and deliver a long-term fundraising strategy that supports sustainable growth and diversification across grants & trusts, corporate donors, major donors, individual giving and community fundraising.
• Build and manage relationships with key funders and donors, working with the CEO and Fundraising Manager to cultivate and steward major partnerships.
• Maintain oversight and final sign-off of major and high-value funding applications to grants & trusts, corporate donors and major donors, ensuring they are well-structured, hold a compelling narrative, and are of the highest quality.
• Implement systems, processes, and KPIs to monitor performance, track pipelines, and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic fundraising insight and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team and Board.

  Senior Leadership Team

• Play a full and active role as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organisational strategy, decision-making, and culture.
• Introduce and refine systems, processes, and workflows to improve efficiency and collaboration across departments.
• Support strategic planning and financial forecasting, particularly in relation to income generation and communications activity.

  Communications and Marketing

• Develop and implement a comprehensive external communications strategy, providing strategic leadership communications and campaigns and ensuring alignment with the charity’s mission and priorities.
• Shape and oversee the charity’s external narrative, ensuring our storytelling is compelling, consistent, and rooted in impact.
• Manage the charity’s media, PR, and brand activity, ensuring all communications uphold high standards and strengthen the charity’s reputation.
• Lead the charity’s digital presence, including website, social media, paid advertising and online campaigns, to grow awareness and engagement.
• Lead the creation of high-quality marketing materials and publications to support fundraising, advocacy, and service delivery.
• Use data and insight to evaluate effectiveness and inform future strategy.

  Finance

• Responsible for the Fundraising and Communications budget and any related contracted services budgets, and any relevant restricted funds.

Person Specification

We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different experiences, skills and stories to join us and influence and develop our working practice. We recognise the value a diverse workforce brings to a small charity, and we are especially keen for people currently underrepresented in our charity and the wider sector to apply.

While we’re looking for candidates with the skills and experience listed, we know no one is perfect in every area. If you meet some of the criteria, we’d still really love to hear from you. Please feel free to reach out for a friendly chat about the role and your application.

Experience 

• Experience in a senior fundraising role, with a track record of developing and delivering successful income generation strategies.
• Demonstrable experience in managing and overseeing complex fundraising applications across a variety of funders or for a broad and diverse funder base
• Leadership and team management experience, with the ability to motivate and develop others.
• Experience managing budgets and working closely with finance colleagues on planning and forecasting.
• Experience in leading or collaborating on communications and PR activity within a charity or campaigning organisation.
• Experience of working with a Board of Trustees or senior leadership team on organisational growth and strategy.

Skills and Knowledge

• Written communication and editing skills, with the ability to create clear and accessible content across fundraising, communications, and public statements
• A storyteller who can translate data and impact into emotionally compelling narratives that inspire support.
• Organised, systematic, and process-oriented; able to design and manage effective systems, project management, pipeline tracking, and reporting.
• Project management skills, ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines with a calm and methodical approach.
• Confident in the use of a variety of digital and cloud systems to track performance and inform strategy.
• Familiarity with issues relating to youth violence, education, or social justice.
• An understanding of knife crime, youth violence, and other key current issues affecting young people.
• Ability to work independently, with initiative, and manage multiple priorities and projects effectively.

Key Attributes and Values

• Passionate about making a difference – committed to preventing knife crime and improving outcomes for young people
• Committed to equity and inclusion – values and actively promotes diversity, inclusion, and fairness in all aspects of work
• Reflective and open to learning – committed to personal growth, welcomes feedback, and continuously seeks to improve practice
• Strategic thinker with leadership presence – able to set direction, make informed decisions, and inspire confidence across the organisation.
• Collaborative and influential – builds effective working relationships internally and externally, fostering teamwork and partnerships.
• Resilient and adaptable – able to navigate challenges, manage multiple priorities, and maintain focus under pressure.

Benefits

• Flexible working opportunities where possible
• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (rising to 30 days and 33 days after 5 and 10 years’ service, respectively)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme with the Green Commute Initiative
• Personal development opportunities

Details:

Salary: £22,000 per annum based on 2 days/14 hours per week. (FTE: £55,000 per annum)

Contract: Fixed term contract for three years; starting 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028. Part time role working 2 days (14 hours) per week.

Open to discuss alternative engagement options.

Location: Hybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK’s.

Our office is a short walk from King’s Cross station in London. 

For this role, we expect someone to come into the office in London at least one day per month, when most of the team is likely to be in. You can work remotely for the rest of the time. Equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time

Contractually this role is London-based. 

Benefits:

• 25 days pro rata in the first year, increasing to 27.5 days pro rata in the second year of service and 30 days pro rata in the third.
• Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary
• Family-friendly culture
• Learning and development opportunities
• Enhanced carers and compassionate leave

How to apply: CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK’s supporting statement document – see below

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Sunday 7 December 2025.

Interview dates: Interviews will take place either online over Teams, or in-person at our London office week commencing 15 December 2025 - exact dates TBC

We’ll send assessments and some questions to you in advance so that you can prepare. Let us know if you have any specific needs to be able to fully engage with the process.

Job Information:

It’s unacceptable that where you live or your financial situation impacts the end-of-life care you receive. Too many disadvantaged people and people facing financial hardship can't access the support they need.

This new role will bring strategic direction and thought leadership to our work ensuring that people experiencing socio-economic disadvantage can access high-quality hospice care, when they need it.

We are looking for someone with sound, technical knowledge of the relationship between socio-economic deprivation and health outcomes. Someone with experience working on projects that use evidence and research-based approaches to address health inequity at scale. You will have the skills and expertise to help us work at a system-level to transform practice in hospice care, as well as increase reach. 

You’ll be supported by teams across our organisation to ensure Hospice UK collects the data and evidence required to inform our policy work in this area, and help transform hospice practice. 

Perhaps you’re working in palliative care already - or you might bring strong health equity expertise from another speciality. 

Either way, you’ll become part of a close, 17-strong Programmes Team at Hospice UK. We work together and alongside external experts, to design and deliver evidence-based programmes, projects and events, which help hospices provide the very best care in their communities. 

You’ll find lots more information about the role and team in the Candidate Information Pack (available on our website to download).

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please send us the following documents by midnight on Sunday 7 December 2025 

• Your CV. Ideally in Word format.
• A completed  supporting statement form (where you can demonstrate how you meet the person specification) - available on our website to download.)
• A completedequalities monitoring form  - available on our website to download.

We believe in fair recruitment and working to remove bias, so all applications will have identifying indicators removed before being submitted to the shortlisting panel

Please make sure you provide your contact details in your email.  We’ll contact you to let you know whether we would like to meet you. Please do note the interview dates above.

To be considered for this role you must have the right to live and work in the UK for your application to be progressed.

Hospice UK is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

About the Role​​

Based in the UK, this role will play a central role in managing and supporting the recruitment and onboarding of multiple project delivery roles across various countries, while also offering HR support to an ambitious FCDO-funded global safeguarding programme. The postholder will oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for direct hires, from job posting and candidate screening to interview coordination and onboarding, while also supporting partner organisations by coordinating their HR processes with the programme central team.​

This is a full-time, 18-month fixed-term contract with the potential for extension. As an organisation, we support flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed at the interview stage.​​

Main responsibilities​​

Recruitment Coordination & Delivery:

• Manage all direct recruitment using SDDirect's recruitment procedures and tools, coordinating the full recruitment lifecycle including job posting, screening, interview scheduling, reference checks, and onboarding administration.

• Act as the central communication point between internal teams and partners, ensuring timely flow of accurate information between hiring managers, partner HR, and recruitment leads.

• Maintain organised records in compliance with GDPR and internal protocols, ensuring all documentation and candidate tracking is up to date.​

Human Resources:

•Provide first-line HR advice to staff and managers, escalating complex issues to the central HR team.

•Provide support in troubleshooting issues related to Kimble usage and financial reporting, offering practical solutions and coordination with relevant teams.

•Oversee the annual performance management cycle and due diligence refresh for consultants.

•Conduct onboarding and exit interviews, and support continuous improvement of HR systems.

•Promote inclusive, survivor-centred HR practices and support learning and development initiatives.​

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in recruitment coordination and/or HR roles, ideally within international development or humanitarian programmes.

• Proven experience managing multi-country recruitment processes, including coordination with partner organisations and remote teams.

•Proficiency in using recruitment platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Devex, ReliefWeb) and applicant tracking systems (ATS). 

•Excellent project management and diary coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across time zones. 

 ​​Please click​​ here ​​for a full description of the role's responsibilities, duties, and person specification.

​How to Apply​

​If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV. The deadline for applying is Sunday, 30th November 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

​Please note that the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

Our Selection Process​

Social Development Direct’s organisational vision is a just and equal world founded on gender equality and social inclusion. Our mission is to provide excellence in social development to support policies, laws, social norms and institutions that advance social, economic and political justice for all. We are committed to creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace and welcome people from underrepresented groups to apply.

The selection process for this recruitment process will include one competency-based interview the hiring teams virtually via Microsoft Teams expected to take place across Monday 22nd and Tuesday, 23rd December, 2025.​For those who are invited to interview, we may process information about whether or not applicants have a disability or impairment so we can make adjustments during the recruitment process and implement the Disability Confident scheme.

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Harris Hill is delighted to be working with Safer Places to recruit its new Chief Executive Officer.

Safer Places is a specialist support service for individuals at risk of, fleeing from, or recovering from domestic abuse, sexual violence, and stalking. We provide a wide range of trauma-informed services to adults, children, and young people across Hertfordshire and Essex, with safe accommodation available to those in need from across the UK.

As Chief Executive, you will:

• Lead Safer Places into its next chapter. This includes enhancing the charity’s service delivery, forging new partnerships, and expanding its role as a Registered Social Landlord to better meet the evolving needs of our communities.
• Embed Safer Places’s vision across the organisation – ensuring it is understood, embraced, and translated into action at every level.
• Have an entrepreneurial mindset to leverage opportunities for the charity to grow. 
• Continue to ensure that Safer Places is recognised for the quality of its services, its commitment to inclusivity, and its highly trained, compassionate staff.

If you are inspired and excited by what Safer Places does, we’d love to hear from you.

Job title: Chief Executive Officer

Salary: £85,000 - £90,000 p.a.

Location: Hertfordshire/Essex – most working hours will be spent collaborating with colleagues and partners at our offices and service sites, with flexibility for some remote work.

Employment term: Permanent / full time.

How to apply:

Please review the recruitment pack for further information about Safer Places, the CEO position and for details on how to apply.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 5th December 2025

Safer Places is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. However, this CEO post is restricted to women applicants due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Respect is the UK charity stopping perpetrators of domestic abuse. As part of our 2023–2028 Strategy, we are launching a new Centre for Excellence – a bold initiative to transform understanding of what works to end the perpetration of domestic abuse. Building on 25 years of innovation and leadership, the Centre will harness collective learning, foster collaboration beyond traditional partnerships, and create the evidence base for a radical shift in approach. 

The Centre for Excellence will drive two key outcomes: 

• Improved practice in developing and delivering safe, effective perpetrator responses. 

• Enhanced policymaking and commissioning informed by data, research, and best practice. 

About the Role 
We are seeking an ambitious and dynamic leader to shape and deliver this visionary initiative. You will set the strategic direction, establish a sustainable delivery and funding model, and lead early implementation work. Acting as a visible leader across Respect and beyond, you will connect our existing expertise with the Centre’s mission, and build strong partnerships with members, the VAWG sector, academia, and other stakeholders. 

About You 
You will bring strategic vision, experience of mobilising new initiatives, and deep knowledge of research, data, and practice in the domestic abuse perpetrator sector (or a related field). This is a unique opportunity to create lasting impact and drive systemic change.