Financial director jobs in bermondsey, greater london

Are you a leader with a vision and passion for social justice?

Jesuit Missions is looking for a Director to guide our work with some of the world’s most marginalised communities and help shape a future rooted in justice, faith, and hope. This is a unique opportunity to lead an internationally respected mission and development organisation, working across global networks to make a lasting impact.

Jesuit Missions is the international mission and development organisation of the Jesuits in Britain. We exist to manifest the commitment of the Jesuits in Britain to “the service of faith through the promotion of justice”.

About the role

The new Director will:

· Provide inspirational leadership to staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.

· Ensure effective resource management and value for money across all activities.

· Build strong relationships with donors and partners.

· Advocate for Jesuit Missions’ beneficiaries and contribute to wider discussions.

· Forge strategic alliances with networks in furtherance of the vision and mission.

· Promote a positive organisational culture that reflects Jesuit Missions’ values.

Who you are

You will have:

· A demonstrable commitment to the role of mission and evangelisation of the Catholic church and an understanding of the mission of the Jesuits in Britain.

· Experience of working in the international development context.

· Experience of leadership for at least 3 years, ideally in the not-for-profit sector.

· Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.

· Strong networking, advocacy, and influencing skills.

· Collaborative, inclusive, and empathetic leadership style.

Job Title: Director of Operations - Maternity Cover

Salary: £55,000 - 65,000

Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week) or Part-time (min 24 hours/week) 

Location: Central London / Hybrid (1-2 days in office per week)

Annual Leave: 25 days paid annual leave, increasing by 1 day per year of service (up to 28 days), plus an additional day for your birthday or key LGBTQI event and time off over the Christmas week.

Benefits: 

• 5% employer pension contributions
• £600 per year mental wellbeing support
• Enhanced parental leave (4 months full pay + 2 months at 50%)
• Annual allowance for professional development and training

About Us

GiveOut is an award-winning international LGBTQI community foundation bringing together our community and allies to support LGBTQI activism worldwide.

Across the world, courageous activists are working tirelessly to protect LGBTQI communities and advance equality. But they lack resources and funding is fragile, especially in the Global South. LGBTQI groups receive a tiny fraction of international development aid.

GiveOut exists to bridge this gap. We provide a platform for individuals, businesses and others to give tax efficiently in one place, ensuring sustained funding for LGBTQI human rights activism worldwide. By pooling donations, we provide grants to pioneering organisations, empowering them to defend our communities, tackle inequality and campaign for lasting change.

In just seven years, we have provided over £3 million in new funding, supporting nearly 60 LGBTQI organisations globally. Our grant partners report back on their achievements, and we share their impact with our supporters, demonstrating the tangible difference their generosity makes.

Together, we are strengthening the global LGBTQI movement, ensuring activists have the resources they need to build a more just and equal world.

About the Role 

The Director of Operations is a member of GiveOut’s leadership team, partnering closely with the Executive Director, they will lead on all operational matters, ensuring GiveOut is an efficient, compliant, and resilient institution capable of delivering lasting impact.

The Director of Operations oversees the charity’s financial and administrative systems, human resources, compliance and risk management, and internal communications. They will support the Executive Director in strategic planning, budget management, governance, stakeholder reporting, and cross-organisational projects, deputising for the Executive Director when required.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and hands-on leader with strong operational, financial, and people management experience who is passionate about advancing LGBTQI rights globally.

Key Responsibilities

Governance and Compliance

• Support the Executive Director in servicing the Board of Trustees; preparing papers, coordinating meetings, and onboarding new trustees.

• Ensure organisational compliance with statutory, legal, and data protection requirements.

• Lead on risk management, maintaining robust policies, risk registers and assessments, and mitigation strategies.

• Coordinate the annual audit and reporting to the Charity Commission.

Strategy and Planning

• Partner with the Executive Director on strategic planning, helping to strengthen GiveOut’s sustainability and impact.

• Support the Executive Director in exploring new markets, operating models, and partnerships.

Financial Oversight

• Lead on financial management, including budgeting, cashflow forecasting, management accounts and financial reporting.

• Ensure compliance with financial policies, charity regulations, and audit requirements.

• Monitor and analyse financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities to strengthen financial resilience.
   

Operational Management

• Lead the smooth and efficient running of daily operations, ensuring systems and processes support the team’s effectiveness.

• Identify and implement process improvements across functions to drive efficiency, accountability, and collaboration.

• Oversee internal communications and office management, fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working culture.
   

Management and Human Resources

• Provide effective line management and leadership to team members in the Operations Grant-Making and Communications teams. 

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance review processes.

• Maintain and update HR policies, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with GiveOut’s values.

• Cultivate a learning culture and support staff wellbeing and professional development.

• Oversee payroll, pensions and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
   

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven leadership and management experience, ideally within a charity or non-profit setting.

• Strong financial literacy and experience with budgeting, reporting, and audit coordination.

• Knowledge of charity governance, compliance, and risk management.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and foster a positive organisational culture.

• Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Commitment to GiveOut’s vision, mission, and values, and understanding of issues facing LGBTQI communities globally.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience working with Boards of Trustees.

• Familiarity with UK charity law and the regulatory environment.

• Understanding of international development or human rights sectors.

• Experience implementing GDPR and data management frameworks, with knowledge of best practice in data protection and security.

• Understanding of cyber security principles and practical approaches for small charities.

• Proficiency with accounting and CRM systems (e.g., Xero, Blackbaud/Salesforce, Google Workspace).

Why Join Us?

At GiveOut, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a tangible impact on global LGBTQI rights. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of LGBTQI philanthropy while working with a passionate and dedicated team.

Inter Mediate is a London-based peacemaking charity supporting confidential negotiations in some of the world’s most challenging conflicts. Now in its second decade of operations, Inter Mediate is seeking a Senior Associate to join our small, specialised team. The post is based in London with frequent travel to South and East Asia.

The Senior Associate will be responsible for working with the relevant Project Directors to support the management and delivery of existing Inter Mediate conflict resolution and dialogue projects, with a geographic focus on South and East Asia. This will crucially entail managing complex logistical arrangements in relation to high level and sensitive meetings and dialogues, engaging with senior interlocutors in a credible and professional way and dealing with sensitive and confidential information with utmost discretion.

· Supporting and implementing Inter Mediate’s existing projects portfolio of peace talks and other high-level peace initiatives;

· Building and managing relationships with senior stakeholders in conflict and peace processes, mainly in South and East Asia.;

· Identifying and developing entry points for new projects;

· Monitoring and analysing political developments across areas relevant to Inter Mediate’s work;

· Preparing project proposals and budgets, narrative and financial reporting, and collecting evidence of project impact.

 Specific responsibilities:

· Traveling frequently across various project and meeting locations;

· Maintaining relationships with key partners and interlocutors;

· Drafting meeting reports, note verbales, preparatory briefs and memos as required;

· Leading research necessary to deliver projects;

· Preparing programme budgets in consultation with relevant team members and ensuring timely and efficient financial planning and management;

· Managing relationships with key project donors, preparing donor reports and updates in coordination with the Operations Team and identifying and scoping additional funding opportunities and relationships;

· Working with the Projects Director on compiling project progress reports for senior management/trustees’ meetings; and

· Representation of Inter Mediate in external forums where appropriate

Multi-Story Orchestra is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Director to see us thrive in our next phase.

Multi-Story Orchestra is seeking a dynamic and experienced Executive Director to lead our next chapter. After 15 years, our visionary Co-Founder and Artistic Director, Kate Whitley, will step down in early 2026. This marks an important and carefully planned transition for the organisation. Alongside the new Artistic Director, the Executive Director will have a unique opportunity to forge Multi-Story’s future.

Since 2011, we’ve pioneered youth-led orchestral music that challenges conventions, tells urgent real-life stories, and amplifies unheard voices. Today, young people aged 14-18 are at the heart of our creative process, working with professional musicians to create original works across a range of genres, from soul and R&B to classical and choral. The result is music that’s fresh, relevant and powerful.

We are seeking someone who shares our commitment to:

• Strengthening our organisation through strategic leadership and sound governance.

• Driving ambitious fundraising and sustainable financial planning

• Championing equity, diversity and inclusion across all areas of our work.

• Sustaining a strong sense of organisational cohesion through sound team and operational management.

The Executive Director will work in close partnership with the Artistic Director and Board of Trustees to champion the organisation’s vision, drive fundraising initiatives, extend our partnerships, fulfil commitments to funders, and ensure Multi-Story Orchestra thrives in its next phase. The Executive Director and the Artistic Director together fulfil the CEO function for Multi-Story Orchestra.

Drive Growth. Build Partnerships. Empower Young People

Are you an ambitious, strategic leader with a passion for growth and innovation?
Do you thrive on developing partnerships that drive real social impact?

If so, this is a rare and exciting opportunity to join Young Enterprise (YE) as our first Director of Income and Development — a pivotal new leadership role shaping the future of our organisation.

Who We Are

We’re Young Enterprise, a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the opportunity to learn, to work, and to thrive.

For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people with the skills, confidence, and enterprising mindset they need to succeed in life and work. Whether launching a student company, learning financial skills, or developing leadership and resilience, we help young people unlock their potential and build brighter futures.

We’re now entering a dynamic new chapter — and we’re looking for a confident, visionary leader to help us grow our income, strengthen partnerships, and expand our impact.

Why Join Us?

We’re proud of our people-first culture and the passionate, collaborative team behind our mission. Here’s what you can expect:

• A strategic, high-profile leadership role with the scope to shape national impact
• A creative, ambitious environment where new ideas are encouraged and celebrated
• Flexible hybrid working, generous holiday allowance, and wellbeing support
• A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging
• The opportunity to build and lead growth that changes young people’s lives
• Being part of the global Junior Achievement Network, with peers in 140 countries worldwide and the opportunity to develop partnerships with global/multi-country funders

About the Role

This is a key senior position within our organisation — ideal for a strategic thinker with entrepreneurial flair and the drive to deliver transformational results.

As Director of Income & Development, you’ll lead our income generation strategy, securing and diversifying funding across corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, individual giving, and commercial ventures. You’ll be at the forefront of growing our resources and influence, ensuring we have the means to deliver our Transforming Futures Strategy.

You’ll:

• Develop and lead a forward-thinking income growth strategy, driving innovation and results
• Build new, high-value partnerships while nurturing long-term funder relationships
• Identify emerging opportunities and trends across the fundraising landscape
• Work closely with colleagues across programmes, impact, and operations to create fundable, evidence-led propositions
• Represent YE externally at senior levels, building visibility and credibility across sectors

It’s a role for someone who sees opportunity where others see challenge — and who can turn bold ideas into sustainable results.

You’ll Love This Job If You Are…

• An ambitious, strategic, results-driven leader with a track record of income growth
• A creative and entrepreneurial thinker, unafraid to innovate and challenge the status quo
• An exceptional relationship-builder, confident engaging at board and CEO level
• Experienced in securing six- and seven-figure partnerships across multiple income streams
• Skilled in translating data, insight, and impact into compelling investment cases
• Passionate about youth opportunity, education, and social impact
• Collaborative, resilient, and motivated by the power of teamwork and purpose

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Develop and deliver an ambitious income generation strategy to grow and diversify funding.
• Lead with innovation, aligning income strategy to YE’s Transforming Futures vision.

Partnership Development

• Build and sustain high-value partnerships with corporates, trusts, and individuals.
• Champion best-in-class relationship management and stewardship.

Innovation & Market Insight

• Identify new funding models, trends, and opportunities across sectors.
• Position YE as a thought leader in enterprise and financial education.

Collaboration & Alignment

• Work closely with programme and impact teams to create compelling, fundable propositions.
• Actively contribute to the Senior Leadership Team and Board-level discussions.

Performance & Compliance

• Lead financial forecasting and income reporting, ensuring compliance and transparency.

Keeping Young People Safe

We are deeply committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check before starting and will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take on a strategic leadership role where your creativity, drive, and influence can transform young lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and instead of a traditional cover letter, please answer these three questions, using up to 250 words per answer. Please note, applications without answers to the three questions will not be considered. Interviews will be held either in person or via Teams, and may take place before the closing date. Applications must be received by 23:30 on 10 December 2025. First round interviews earmarked for 17 December 2025 at our office near Russell Square which will involve a presentation.

Questions (250 words max per answer)

1. Personal Contribution:
What are the top three strengths, skills, or experiences you bring to the Director of Income and Development role, and how will they help you grow Young Enterprise’s income, partnerships, and impact?

2. Vision and Ambition:
If appointed, what would you most want to achieve within your first 12 months in this role, and why are these priorities important to you and to Young Enterprise’s mission?

3. Motivation and Values:
Why does leading income generation and development at Young Enterprise matter to you personally? How does your motivation and approach align with our transforming Futures Strategy and our values of unlocking potential, one team, enterprising and resilient, and creating great impact?

Full details can be found in the Job Description.

At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure.  Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.

Lead Growth. Build Impact. Inspire Futures.

Finance Director

We are seeking an experienced senior finance leader to drive financial strategy and sustainability across a national charity.

Position: Finance Director

Salary: £75,000 (£45,000 pro-rata)

Location: Flexible, 1 day in Doncaster but not essential

Hours: 21 per week (part time)

Contract: Permanent

Closing date: 8am, 1st December 2025

About the Role

This is a strategic leadership role responsible for long term financial sustainability, robust controls and a strong commercial approach. As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will work closely with the CEO, Board and Directors to deliver the charity’s strategic ambitions and build a positive, collaborative culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead financial planning, reporting and strategic oversight for the organisation

• Provide expert advice to the Board, CEO and leadership team on all financial matters

• Strengthen commerciality and oversee development of a sustainable business model

• Lead programmes to simplify processes, improve efficiency and reduce financial risk

• Act as Company Secretary ensuring legal, regulatory and governance compliance

• Oversee risk management frameworks and insurance provision

• Build strong business partnering relationships, particularly with Operations

• Manage and develop the finance team, ensuring high performance and motivation

• Lead supplier relationships including banks, auditors, insurers and pension advisers

• Oversee major contracts, grant reporting and financial controls

• Provide leadership on property negotiations, contracts and legal matters related to finance

• Guide and monitor financial performance, ensuring targets are achieved

• Ensure all financial and legal obligations are met across the charity’s activities

About You

You will bring significant senior level finance experience along with credibility, clarity and the ability to influence at all levels.

Essential skills and experience:

• Extensive experience in senior finance roles, ideally within the charity sector

• Strong understanding of financial strategy, business planning and risk management

• Proven ability to analyse complex financial information and present clear recommendations

• Experience leading and developing a finance team

• Knowledge of charity governance, regulatory compliance and statutory reporting

• Skilled in building commercial models and driving long term sustainability

• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship building skills

• Professional finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA or equivalent experience

• Strong understanding of business partnering models and effective cross organisational working

Desirable:

• Company Secretary or governance qualification

• Experience leading finance transformations or major organisational change programmes

About the Organisation

The organisation is committed to improving environmental outcomes and supporting communities across the UK. Their work is driven by values including making a positive impact, working collaboratively, improving processes and striving for excellence. They are focused on long term sustainability, strong governance and delivering meaningful change.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Chief Financial Officer, Head of Finance, Finance Business Partnering Director, Commercial Finance Director, Director of Corporate Services, Strategic Finance Lead.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

At Global Witness, we’re on a mission to shift the balance of power from the polluters profiting most from the climate emergency to the people most adversely affected.

We are an independent, global organisation of investigators and campaigners using cutting edge investigative methods. We shine a light on the financial and political systems that enable that enable corporate abuses of power that harm people and planet.

We are all determined and confident that together we can secure a better tomorrow for everyone. If you are inspired to join us as we investigate and expose abuses of power, tell the stories the world needs to hear and campaign for systemic change, we would love to hear from you.

About the role

As Director of People, you will lead the strategy that ensures Global Witness remains an inclusive, forward-thinking and trailblazing organisation — one capable of attracting, developing and retaining exceptional people across the globe.

You will guide the evolution of our culture, championing equity, wellbeing and collaboration while ensuring we are ready to adapt to the forces reshaping the modern workplace. Working closely with our Senior Leadership Team, you will embed a people-centred approach that supports high performance, strengthens organisational resilience, and upholds the values that unite our staff around our mission.

This is a pivotal moment for Global Witness, and your leadership will be essential as we equip our organisation for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

About you

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring leader who combines strategic vision with practical, hands-on delivery. You will be someone who builds trust, nurtures strong relationships and cultivates high-performing teams.

You will likely bring senior experience from an international, mission-driven or values-led organisation, along with the courage and confidence to drive transformation. You are committed to fostering a culture of learning, accountability and inclusion, and you understand what it takes to create an environment where people can thrive.

Above all, you share our mission and are energised by the opportunity to shape the culture and people strategy of an organisation working at the forefront of global climate and human rights challenges.

Working for Global Witness

Global Witness has a talented team of people worldwide with offices in London, Washington DC, and Brussels. We aim to be a diverse and inclusive place to work. We value new perspectives, original ideas, and different ways of working. We believe that diverse views and experiences improve the way we do our work. We do our best to make our jobs accessible to all regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or identity.

We offer an excellent benefits package including a competitive salary and 25 days annual leave (excl. Bank Holidays). We also offer healthcare insurance, wellbeing days and policies to support you during key life events.

We are currently in the first year of a shorter working week pilot where everyone works 30 hours Monday to Thursday, with Friday off with no impact on full time salary. We operate a hybrid working model which requires at least 2 days in the office.

To download a full copy of the candidate brief and learn more about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button, where you will be redirected to the website of our recruitment partner, Tall Roots. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email Mark Crowley at Tall Roots.

As Finance Director, you will work closely and collaboratively with Amit Sharma (Artistic Director/ CEO) and Iain Goosey (Executive Director), supporting them as they lead Kiln Theatre through a period of transition and growth. As a key member of the Senior Team, the Finance Director will be responsible for Kiln Theatre's financial health and for ensuring that effective controls are in place and that all regulatory requirements are met.

You will lead and manage the Finance department, ensuring that the finance operation at Kiln operates to the highest standards and is effectively embedded within the organisation.

The Finance Director will play a major role in contributing to Kiln Theatre's business planning and strategic development, including identifying opportunities for efficiencies, supporting the resilience of the organisation for the future, ensuring compliance with best practice at all times and helping the company to fulfil its creative and financial ambitions.

The role will work with members of the Board, particularly the Finance & Risk Committee, as well as the external auditors. The Finance Director also oversees the finances for Kiln Theatre Ltd and its two subsidiaries - Tricycle Screen Ltd and Kiln London Productions Limited.

Be part of something transformative.

Join Rape Crisis South London (RCSL) at a time of significant change and growth from our current base of c£4million.  We’re looking for a qualified, skilled, values-driven Director of Finance and Resources to join our leadership team.

With a new CEO, Senior Leadership Team and a bold and inspiring new vision, this is a pivotal moment for our organisation as we lay the foundations and transform in the run up to a new organisational strategy. 

We’re a specialist charity supporting survivors of sexual violence across twelve South London boroughs providing counselling, group therapy, advocacy, and prevention education, alongside training for professionals.

If you’re ready to use your financial and strategic expertise to make a real impact for survivors, we’d love to hear from you

About the Role

As our Director of Finance and Resources, you’ll be a key member of our Senior Leadership Team, leading on:

• Strategic financial planning and advice for future growth and sustainability of the Charity
• Operational Financial Management, Reporting and Performance 
• Financial Accounts and Annual Reports
• Financial Control, Governance, Audit, and Compliance
• IT, Facilities, and Information Governance
• Management of teams and contracts in the Finance and Resources Directorate

You’ll work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees to support our strategic vision and ensure sound financial stewardship to deliver support for survivors now and into the future.  The position is offered on a flexible, hybrid and part time basis. 

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Professionally qualified (or equivalent) in finance management and accountancy
• Experienced and deeply knowledgeable in senior financial leadership and strategy development in the voluntary sector/an equivalent size charity 
• A skilled and experienced leader and manager of people, contracts and major service change projects
• Collaborative, analytical, and proactive in problem-solving
• Committed to feminist principles and to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Ideally also skilled in overseeing IT, building and premises management and information governance, with training and support available where required. 

As well as experienced Directors, this role would also suit an exceptional Head of Finance looking to step up into their first Director role.

What We Offer

• 27 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• 3 extra gifted days (pro rata) between 27–31 December
• NEST pension (3% employer / 5% employee)
• Life Assurance, Healthcare Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, and Cycle-To-Work Scheme
• Supportive, feminist working culture

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the person specification

The position is offered on a flexible basis.  The post is open to female applicants only as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement.

No agencies please.  Unsolicited emails from agencies will not be responded to

We are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with key stakeholders
• Has experience of supporting the wellbeing of caring professionals, ideally with those in Christian ministry
• Is familiar with the Anglican diocesan structures and culture
• Is a strategic thinker with experience in partnership development
• Shares our vision to see flouishing clergy

This newly created role within St Luke's is supported by a generous grant from the Henry Smith Foundation to develop our wellbeing programmes over the next three years. The Associate Director will engage with dioceses and individual clergy as they explore and embed our wellbeing programmes. 

The post holder will represent St Luke's and our Christian ethos within senior diocesan teams and help shape and deliver our strategic vision for flourishing clergy. This role will support the advancing clergy reflection programme and support dioceses, other networks and communities and Theological Educational Institutions in establishing wellbeing practices.

The role is home based with travel around the UK as required. There will be a requirement to be in London at least once a month for team meetings. 

This role carries an occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practicing Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010. The role involves representing and upholding the Christian ethos of St Luke’s in both internal leadership and external engagement.

Please see job pack for more information.

Drive sustainable high value income and strategic partnerships that prevent suicide​

Are you a dynamic, strategic leader ready to transform long term high value income at one of the UK and Ireland’s most trusted charities? Samaritans is looking for an Assistant Director of Business Development to lead ambitious long-term growth, forge high-value partnerships, and develop sustainable fundraising streams so that together we can prevent suicide.​

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What you’ll do:

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team across corporate partnerships, trusts, philanthropy, statutory funding, and training programmes
• Set and deliver ambitious income generation strategies and targets that will continue to enable Samaritans to be there for all those who need support
• Build meaningful, lasting relationships with key supporters
• Create innovative fundraising products and partnerships that drive impact, engagement and change
• As a member of the Senior Leadership Group, support the deliver of the organisational strategy and maximise opportunities for growth and development​

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What we’re looking for:
A strategic, commercially minded leader with a track record of delivering high-value income and growth. A passionate story teller, you’ll also be curious and relish problem solving. You thrive on innovation, relationship-building, and inspiring teams. You can turn vision into results while remaining resilient and emotionally intelligent.​

If this sounds like you, and you’re looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you.​

Full outline of the role available in the Job description file.​

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The contract terms:

• Permanent contract​

• £75,000 - £80,000 per annum with Benefits​

•  Our full time hours are 35 hours per week, but we are passionate about flexible working - talk to us about your preferences. Due to the nature of our work, occasional weekend working may be required with time off in lieu given.​

• Hybrid working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office with a blend of home working and option to work out of our London office as required.​

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About Samaritans:

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.​

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure. You can also visit our careers website to access this.​

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. 

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To Apply and help Samaritans make sure fewer people die by suicide, please complete the application questions and submit your CV with a brief supporting statement. We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.

Applications will close 9am Tuesday 25th November.

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Interviews

All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application.

The selection process will be in two stages with virtual interviews taking place on the 1st and 2nd December. Those taken through to the second stage, will be invited to attend an interview in person at our offices in Ewell (Surrey) on Monday 8th December 2025.

Unfortunately, we may not be able to be as flexible as usual in offering an alternative date so please do hold these dates in your diary, if applying.

Commercial Financial Accountant

Are you an experienced financial professional? Pilgrims' Friend Society is expanding, and we need a Commercial Financial Accountant to work across the organisation with a Commercial mindset while aiming to achieve charitable impact. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Commercial Financial Accountant will be responsible for managing and completing relevant projects.

Our focus is providing a loving and caring environment for our “family members” (our residents) and maintaining the Christian ethos that is important to many of them.

The group operates on 20 sites with over 700 staff and an annual income of c.£20m.

Responsibilities:

• Growth and renewal plans
• Organisation Governance which will involve Company and Charity governance including projects that simplify the group structure
• Pilgrims' Friend Society Loans – covenant reporting and management
• System improvement projects
• Assist Director of Finance with banking relationships, including defining and implementing investment and reserves policies 
• Responsibility for internal audit and controls within the Finance team 
• Maintain a good working relationship with relevant Care Home and Housing Scheme Managers.
• Carry out any other duties reasonably required to ensure the smooth operation of the Society’s business. 

For more details please take a look at the Job Description

About you:

• Minimum of 5 years experience working in a finance team;
• Finance qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA, etc) 
• Advanced Excel skills
• Charity accounting and governance knowledge (Charity SORP, etc) (beneficial but not essential) 
• Experience with Sage 200 (desirable but not essential);
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work in a cohesive team.
• Ability to work flexibly and to take initiative
• *Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).).

Hours:

Full time contract, working 35 hours a week Monday to Friday.

Hybrid working 2 days in the office 3 days at home

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working hours
• 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year, as well as bank and public holidays
• Life assurance scheme
• Medicash
• Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme.
• Longstanding service rewards
• Birthday rewards
• Social events
• Pension scheme

The Organisation

This is a financially robust and internationally active organisation with an income in excess of £40 million. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, it combines commercial acumen with a mission-driven ethos. The finance function is well-established, and the organisation is undergoing a period of positive transformation, with a strong focus on improving systems, controls, and reporting quality.

The Job

We're recruiting a technically strong Financial Accountant to lead on statutory reporting, audit delivery, and balance sheet integrity across the group and its subsidiaries. Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll manage the year-end close, oversee group consolidation, and act as the key liaison with external auditors and outsourced accounting providers. You'll also line manage an Assistant Financial Accountant based overseas and play a pivotal role in improving financial controls and reporting processes.This is a hands-on role requiring a blend of technical expertise, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement. The organisation uses Sun Accounts and operates in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment.

The Person

We're looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including FRS 102 and group consolidation.
• Proven experience managing audits and statutory accounts preparation.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with or managing outsourced accounting teams is desirable.
• Exposure to international or not-for-profit environments would be a bonus.

What's in it for You?

• Salary of £80,000
• 10% matched pension
• Hybrid working with flexibility - 1 day per week in the office
• Opportunity to lead on group-wide financial reporting and audit
• A collaborative, values-driven culture with senior stakeholder visibility

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Director - Burgh House

Salary: £60,000-£65,000
Location: Hampstead, London
Closing Date: 1st December

Burgh House is a Grade I listed Queen Anne home in Hampstead Village, renowned as a centre for arts, heritage, and community engagement. Since 1979, we have welcomed thousands of visitors each year to enjoy exhibitions, concerts, talks, and private celebrations in a unique historic setting.

We are an independent, self-funding charity with a strong reputation for creativity and resilience. We now seek an experienced and visionary Director to lead Burgh House into its next chapter, combining cultural ambition with sound commercial management.

The Role

* Develop and implement a strategic vision and business plan.
* Oversee a high-quality programme of art, music, heritage, and community events.
* Drive income generation through venue hire, fundraising, and partnerships.
* Lead and motivate a skilled team of staff and volunteers.
* Act as the public face of Burgh House, enhancing its profile and reputation.

Person Specification

Essential

* Senior leadership experience in a museum, heritage site, arts organisation, or similar charity.
* Strong financial and business management skills, including budgeting and governance.
* Proven ability to build relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
* Experience in cultural programming and audience engagement.
* Skilled in team leadership and volunteer management.
* Commitment to heritage, public engagement, and community involvement.

Desirable

* Understanding of the challenges faced by independent heritage organisations.
* Connections within Hampstead, Camden, or London's cultural sector.

Why Burgh House?

"Burgh House is a place of welcome and inspiration at the heart of Hampstead. We are looking for a Director who shares our passion for heritage and community and who can lead us into an exciting new era."
- Chair of Trustees

This is an opportunity to lead one of London's most distinctive cultural venues, shaping its future and ensuring its continued success as a place of inspiration and community.

Recruitment Timeline

Application deadline: 1st December
First round interview: w/c 8th December
Final interviews: w/c 15th December

How to Apply

Charity People Ltd is acting as recruitment advisor to Burgh House on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to Senior Appointments at Charity People and request a candidate pack.

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you require any assistance or adjustment to make the application process work for you, please let us know.

Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g., age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.