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Every year, Seaview Project works alongside over 1,200 people across Hastings and St Leonards to build stability out of complexity. We need a Finance Manager who wants their expertise to make that possible.

Role details

• Responsible to: Chief Officer and Treasurer
• Salary: £13,497 per annum
• Hours: 12 hours per week (Monday–Friday, hours negotiable)
• Holidays: 25 days per year plus statutory days, pro rata
• Pension: NEST Pension Plan, with a 4% contribution from Seaview

About us

Seaview Project has been delivering practical services for complex lives since 1985, supporting people across Hastings and St Leonards who are facing homelessness, poverty and related challenges, helping them build on their strengths and move towards greater stability and independence.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Finance Manager to take responsibility for Seaview's overall financial management, ensuring our transactions, procedures and records meet internal, charity and legal requirements. You'll work closely with our Service Managers, Honorary Treasurer and Board of Trustees on financial forecasting, business planning and grant applications, and you'll lead the development of budgeting and finance awareness across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Advise trustees on financial policy and prepare annual budgets, costings and appraisals
• Monitor income and expenditure against budget and produce regular management reports
• Liaise with bankers and investment managers and manage cash flow
• Oversee invoicing, fee and grant claims, and Gift Aid submissions
• Manage payroll, PAYE, NI and pension administration
• Maintain fixed asset and balance code schedules
• Review financial systems to minimise the risk of error or fraud and ensure statutory compliance
• Prepare draft statutory accounts in line with the Charities SORP, liaising with our Independent Examiner or auditor
• Provide financial information to support contracts and funding applications
• Line manage and support our Finance Officer, including supervision and appraisals
• Act as Charity Commission correspondent and company secretary for compliance purposes

What we're looking for

Essential:

• Proven experience of budget setting and budget management
• Proven experience producing statutory accounts for charities to a high standard
• A relevant accountancy qualification, or significant experience in management, finance or the voluntary sector
• A genuine understanding of, and commitment to, the culture and ethos in which Seaview operates
• Proven ability to lead a team to achieve outcomes, targets and deadlines
• High levels of motivation and a commitment to improving service provision for people with complex needs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with people who use our services, professionals and colleagues
• Self-motivated, well organised, and flexible in approach

Desirable:

• Experience working in a small charity, in any sector
• Experience managing social housing rental accounts
• Experience of homelessness — lived, voluntary, professional or otherwise

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced charity operations and finance professional to join as our inaugural Operations and Finance Manager. As we continue to grow our impact, we are seeking an exceptional Operations and Finance Manager to work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Chair to help strengthen our operations and oversee our finances. This is a role combining strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery. You will, support our Chief Executive and Executive Chair to develop and implement organisational strategy while ensuring our people, systems, governance and finances support the effective delivery of our mission. You will join a close-knit team that punches above its weight, with real influence on policy affecting millions of babies worldwide. If you're an experienced charity operations and finance professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

We review applications as they come in and reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are recruiting for a passionate and organised manager responsible for recruiting, supporting, training and engaging volunteers, ensuring they have a positive experience while contributing effectively to Bristol Dockyards goals and community impact.

Our volunteers are at the heart of the visitor experience at Bristol Dockyards, helping bring Brunel’s remarkable ship and stories to life. The Trust creates rewarding opportunities for volunteers to learn, connect and make a difference, while ensuring they feel supported and have the necessary knowledge and skills to play a vital role in delivering our mission and values.

As Volunteer Manager at Bristol Dockyards - Home of SS Great Britain - you will lead and grow our volunteer team of more than 140 volunteers, inspiring and supporting them to make a lasting impact. You will drive inclusive recruitment, deliver outstanding volunteer experiences, develop training and engagement opportunities, manage key volunteer systems and processes and work with colleagues to create meaningful volunteering roles.

As a champion for volunteering, you will build strong relationships, measure impact, promote best practice and help shape the future of volunteering across Bristol Dockyards.

Working closely with and deputising for the Park Manager, you will be responsible for park maintenance, health & safety, compliance, contractor liaison, line management duties and input into long-term strategic development of the holiday park. In addition, you will have a hands-on role, ensuring the smooth operation of the site and the delivery of an exceptional guest experience at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Fluent in both English and French with cultural awareness of UK, France and Europe.
• Strong maintenance, facilities, or site management background, ideally in a similar holiday park environment
• Proven experience managing teams, contractors, and operational projects.
• Good understanding of health & safety legislation and experience of regulatory compliance.
• Strong administrative, organisational, interpersonal and budgeting skills.
• Full driving licence and right to work in France.

The successful candidate will be expected to understand, respect, and represent the Christian ethos and values that underpin the work of Spring Harvest Holidays.

Location: On site, Le Fenouiller, Vendee, France

Application process :

Please send us a copy of your CV and a cover letter or email setting out why you would like to work for us, are suitable for this role and meet the requirements set out in the Job Description.

Closing date: 4th October 2026 

Interviews:  13th and 14th October at Le Pas Opton in France

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to our 5 country offices worldwide, we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable development programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

The Governance & Performance Manager ensures effective organisational governance, performance oversight, and alignment between strategy and delivery.

The postholder is responsible for leading the coordination of governance processes, Board and Committee cycles, organisational performance frameworks, strategic project management and executive reporting. The role ensures that organisational priorities are translated into clear plans, supported by strong metrics and KPIs, tracked effectively, and reported with accuracy, insight, and consistency.

Working closely with the CEO and Leadership Team, the role strengthens accountability, and enables data-driven decision-making through high-quality performance reporting and analysis.

A key focus of the role is to develop and embed an integrated business planning and performance management framework, ensuring alignment between departmental KPIs, strategic objectives, and organisational outcomes.

The Governance and Performance Manager owns design, judgement, quality assurance and insight, whereas the Governance and Performance Officer owns coordination, tracking, records, follow-up and administrative support.

About the Role:

1. Lead the planning and coordination of Board and Committee cycles, including forward planning, agendas, papers, and meeting schedules.
2. Ensure Board and Committee papers are high-quality, timely, and aligned with governance standards.
3. Oversee Board and Committee minute-taking, action tracking, and follow-up to ensure effective implementation of decisions.
4. Develop high-quality, insight-driven performance reports for the CEO, Leadership Team and Board.
5. Provide analysis, trends, and actionable recommendations to support leadership decision-making.
6. Lead the planning, coordination and development of the organisation’s annual report, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, performance data and organisational achievements as well as the timelines of external auditors, trustees and statutory requirements.

About You:

You must currently hold the right to work in the UK. Muslim Aid is not offering sponsorship for this role.

This role operates on a hybrid working basis, with a requirement to work from the office for two/three days per week, and additional days where required to meet organisational needs.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Degree or equivalent experience in business, management, public administration, or related field.
2. Significant experience in supporting Trustees and Leadership in organisational governance.
3. Significant experience in performance management and organisational reporting.
4. Experience coordinating complex organisational initiatives or projects.
5. Ability to summarise complex information and present clear, actionable recommendations
6. Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

Why you should apply:

Join Muslim Aid as our Governance & Performance Manager and play a key role in strengthening governance, driving organisational performance, and supporting strategic decision-making. Working closely with the CEO and Leadership Team, you'll help translate strategy into measurable outcomes, lead governance and performance reporting, and embed effective planning frameworks across the organisation. We’d love to hear from you if you're passionate about governance, performance improvement, and making a meaningful impact through strong organisational leadership.

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 25 days’ annual leave + 4 Privilege days
• Hybrid working - 2/3 days per week in the office
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.

Pre-employment Checks:

Due to the nature of our work with children and vulnerable communities, Muslim Aid operates rigorous safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) procedures in our recruitment process. We are committed to the prevention of sexual abuse and exploitation and adopt a zero-tolerance approach to SEA. As a result, any employment with Muslim Aid is subject to the following checks prior to your start date:

• Satisfactory professional references, including safeguarding-specific enquiries.
• A Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and/or an International Criminal Record Check where applicable.
• A review of right-to-work documentation for the country in which the role is based. 

We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and vulnerable people are recruited to work for us.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, or age. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until the closing date. However, Muslim Aid reserves the right to initiate interviews and the selection process on a rolling basis with the aim of identifying an appropriate candidate as quickly as possible.

Our Vacancy

Join us as the Remediation Legal Compliance Manager and play a vital role in ensuring Peabody's fire remediation programme remains legally compliant, well-governed and aligned with evolving building safety legislation.

About the role

As Remediation Legal Compliance Manager, you'll support the delivery of Peabody's fire remediation legal compliance and grant funding programme. Reporting to the Senior Fire Remediation Legal Compliance Manager, you'll lead a team of three while ensuring robust governance, regulatory compliance and effective management of legal obligations across a complex remediation portfolio.

You'll work closely with colleagues across the Property, Legal, Governance and Fire Remediation teams to ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act, support grant funding applications and maintain critical records that underpin programme delivery.

What You'll Do

• Maintain comprehensive land registry title hierarchies, lease reviews and obligation records across the fire remediation portfolio
• Prepare and submit grant funding applications to relevant government bodies and monitor application progress
• Support the delivery of Homes England Cladding Safety Scheme requirements, including reporting, administration and coordination activities
• Monitor emerging legislation and regulatory developments, ensuring colleagues understand their responsibilities and any changes to compliance requirements
• Produce compliance reports and support governance reporting relating to fire remediation activity
• Maintain asset, liability and compliance records, ensuring information is accurate, accessible and auditable
• Support litigation management, risk assessments and the implementation of compliance controls across the programme
• Ensure governance processes, procedures and document controls remain robust and compliant with organisational requirements
• Build strong relationships across the business to support effective programme delivery and positive resident outcomes

What You'll Need

• Significant experience in a legal, compliance, governance or regulated environment
• A law degree or relevant legal qualification
• Experience managing, coaching and developing teams
• Strong knowledge of complex leases, land registry titles and property-related legal obligations
• Understanding of building safety legislation, regulatory compliance or governance frameworks
• Experience maintaining accurate records, managing compliance programmes and producing governance reports
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences

What We Offer

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• Two additional paid volunteering days each year
• Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4 x salary life assurance
• Up to 10% pension contribution
• Professional development and opportunities to broaden your experience

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

Please read before applying

Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.

This advert will close on Monday 5th October. However, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Our Assessment Process

Our fair, inclusive and transparent recruitment process includes an in-person Interview. This will be held at our Westminster Bridge Road office across week commencing 12th October 2026.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Ryan Loasby.

Our Vacancy

Join us as the Senior Remediation Legal Compliance Manager and play a pivotal leadership role in ensuring Peabody's fire remediation programme remains legally compliant, well-governed and aligned with evolving building safety legislation.

About the role

As Senior Fire Remediation Legal Compliance Manager, you'll lead Peabody's Fire Remediation Legal Compliance function, setting the standards, governance framework and assurance processes that underpin our fire remediation programme. 

You'll be responsible for ensuring the programme operates within its legal obligations arising from contracts, legislation, leases, grant funding agreements and third-party arrangements. You'll also lead delivery of the Cladding Safety Scheme grant funding requirements, working closely with Homes England, internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure compliance, transparency and successful programme delivery. 

What You'll Do

• Lead, develop and inspire a team of eight through two direct-report managers, setting priorities and building capability across the legal compliance function.
• Own the delivery of the Cladding Safety Scheme grant funding requirements, including applications, reporting, administration and assurance activity.
• Act as the senior point of contact for Homes England regarding grant funding compliance, reporting and escalations.
• Ensure compliance with legal obligations arising from contracts, legislation, leases, grant funding agreements and third-party arrangements.
• Provide leadership on compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and related building safety regulations.
• Oversee monitoring and reporting of litigation affecting the fire remediation programme and support contractual negotiations where required.
• Lead oversight of complex Land Registry title structures, lease reviews and leaseholder protection obligations.
• Deliver executive, board and regulatory reporting, ensuring accurate and timely compliance information.
• Oversee programme data management, including asset, liability and property records.
• Act as the senior escalation point for compliance risks, identifying solutions and driving continuous improvement across governance processes. 

What You'll Need

• Significant leadership experience within a legal, compliance or governance environment, including managing managers.
• An LLB Law Degree or relevant legal qualification.
• Detailed knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021 and associated guidance and regulations.
• Experience managing government grant funding programmes, ideally the Cladding Safety Scheme or Building Safety Fund.
• Expert knowledge of Land Registry titles, complex leases and leaseholder protections.
• Strong experience managing complex programmes, including planning, reporting and data management.
• Experience working within a regulated environment subject to external scrutiny.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence executives, regulators, funders and external partners.
• Strong judgement, leadership and decision-making skills when managing risk, compliance and governance matters. 

What We Offer

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• Two additional paid volunteering days each year
• Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4 x salary life assurance
• Up to 10% pension contribution
• Professional development and opportunities to broaden your experience

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

Please read before applying

Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.

This advert will close on Monday 5th October. However, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Our Assessment Process

Our fair, inclusive and transparent recruitment process includes an in-person Interview. This will be held at our Westminster Bridge Road office across week commencing 12th October 2026. 

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Ryan Loasby.

Prospectus is pleased to be partnering with a community-led social enterprise in London’s South Bank to recruit for a newly created Governance Manager role on a part-time basis, 2.5 days per week.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Governance Manager provides specialist leadership for governance, statutory compliance, regulatory assurance and governance policy management across the organisation. This role sets the governance framework, maintains compliance standards, advises senior leaders and Boards, and ensures escalation of governance, legal, constitutional or regulatory issues where required. The Governance Manager also leads Board and committee governance administration, including scheduling, meeting logistics, formal minutes, action tracking and formal governance records, working alongside the EA and Governance Co-ordinator, where CEO/COO diary coordination, leadership administration or wider organisational coordination is required.

The successful candidate will bring experience of governance and compliance having worked in a similar role previously. This includes experience of maintaining governance frameworks and registers as well as supporting Boards and senior level stakeholders. You will have excellent written and verbal communications skills with a strong attention to detail and organisational skills. You will also bring a passion for the mission with a drive to help streamline and improve processes and systems.

To apply please click through to the job advert on the Prospectus website and submit your CV and a 1-2 page supporting statement. The statement should outline your motivation for joining the organisation and why you feel this role would be a good fit for you. You should also bring out examples to showcase your skills and experience in relation to the job description (click on Appointment Brief button on the Prospectus website for the full job pack)

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus is committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Join Terrence Higgins Trust and help protect the trust that underpins everything we do. As our Information Governance & Fundraising Compliance Manager, you'll lead on data protection, governance and fundraising compliance, helping colleagues turn complex regulations into practical action that safeguards supporters, service users and income.

We're looking for someone who can turn complex regulations into practical solutions, build strong relationships across teams, and influence good decision-making at every level of the organisation. Whether your background is in information governance, data protection or compliance, you'll have the chance to make a visible impact, shape policy and practice, and embed a culture where trust, transparency and compliance enable great fundraising and even greater outcomes. Flexible, part-time (21 hours per week) and based in London, Brighton or Glasgow, this is a role with purpose, variety and influence.

If you're a compliance professional who enjoys solving problems, building relationships and making a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.

The Charity Governance Secretariat Manager is a full-time hybrid role based in Letchworth, with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week. The role involves managing governance processes for charity clients, including coordinating board and committee meetings, preparing agendas and papers, maintaining accurate records and minutes, and tracking actions to completion. The manager will ensure compliance with charity regulations and best practice, oversee key governance documents and policies, and support trustees and senior leaders with timely information and guidance. Day-to-day responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders, organizing meeting logistics for both digital and physical events, maintaining governance calendars, and supporting the continuous improvement of governance procedures. The role also requires close collaboration with internal teams to align governance activities with overall event delivery and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in charity governance or company secretariat functions, including organizing board and committee meetings, preparing papers, and recording minutes.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, maintain accurate records, and coordinate complex schedules.
• Knowledge of charity law, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements (e.g., Charity Commission guidance), or a willingness to develop this expertise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with digital tools and platforms used for meetings and events (e.g., videoconferencing tools, document management systems, office productivity software).
• Ability to build effective relationships with trustees, senior leaders, and external stakeholders, demonstrating discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in or exposure to healthcare, medical meetings, or non-profit sectors is beneficial.
• Relevant professional qualification or degree in a related field (e.g., governance, law, business, public administration) is desirable but not essential.

The Royal Institution (Ri) is an independent charity that has been connecting people with science of more than 225 years. Guided by our vision that Science is for Everyone, we have brought science to life through a vibrant programme of inspirational talks, education programmes and - with almost 1.8m YouTube subscribers - digital content that reaches audiences around the world

We are now seeking an exceptional relationship builder and event manager to help drive the success of our ambitious £20 million Be the Spark campaign. this is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new approach to major donor engagement, creating meaningful experiences that strengthen relationships, increase giving and enhance the Ri's reputation among influential audiences. Your work will play an important role in the success of the Be the Spark campaign and help secure the future of the Ri, ensuring that future generations can continue to be inspired by science.

About the Role

Working closely with the Head of Fundraising, you will build and strengthen relationships with major donors, prospective supporters and influential advocates, developing engagement opportunities that inspire long-term giving.

You will lead the planning and delivery of a programme of high-quality fundraising and cultivation events, from intimate donor gatherings to major campaign launches and prestigious VIP occasions. Working with senior stakeholders, trustees, ambassadors and supporters, you will ensure that every interaction strengthens relationships and creates meaningful opportunities for support.

This is a varied and highly visible role that combines strategic relationship management, fundraising, event delivery and stakeholder engagement.

What You'll Be Doing

· Building and managing relationships with major donors, prospects and influential supporters.

· Developing tailored cultivation and stewardship plans that deepen engagement and inspire giving.

· Delivering exceptional fundraising, cultivation and VIP events from concept through to completion.

· Supporting senior leaders, trustees and ambassadors to identify and develop donor engagement opportunities.

About You

You will be an experienced relationship manager with a talent for bringing people together around a compelling cause. Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and high-profile supporters, you will combine excellent interpersonal skills with strong organisational ability and attention to detail.

We're particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have:

· Experience managing high-value stakeholder or VIP relationships.

· A track record of delivering successful fundraising, engagement or high-profile events.

· Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.

· Strong judgement, discretion and stakeholder management skills.

· The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

An interest in science, education or public engagement would be an advantage.

Are you interested in joining our passionate team dedicated to inspiring people with science?

If so, download the full job description and person specification and apply by uploading your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 500 words setting out why you want the job and how your skills and experience meet the criteria set out in the person spec

 Closing date for applications: midnight on Monday 28 September

Interviews are scheduled for w/c 5 October - however we may interview as applications come in and may close the application process early if we receive a strong field of applicants.

A little bit about the role

Contract: Full time, fixed term
Salary: £87,632.09 (incl London Office Allowance) plus competitive pension
Location: Hybrid- 2 days per week in London Office

The Culture and Operations Director (COD) ensures Frontline is a high-performing, well-governed charity with a strong culture of freedom and responsibility - a place people can do their best work to achieve Frontline’s mission.

They have strategic responsibility for charity-wide planning to ensure Frontline’s operational functions, effectively support teams to navigate challenges whilst maximising new opportunities. The successful candidate will join Frontline at a pivotal moment and play a key role in driving the next exciting step of our growth.

The COD will ensure high-quality operational support is available to all teams. Working closely with Frontline’s Leadership Group (Heads and Directors), to make sure that the appropriate and timely information, tools and guidance (e.g. HR, IT and finance) are available to managers and teams as needed. This includes working alongside other members of SLT, to:

• Confidently support Frontline through a period of growth and structural change
• Embody the culture of freedom and responsibility, leading by example, and implementing strategies which improve efficiency and quality
• Maintain Executive oversight of Frontline’s finances, working  with Head of Finance and Finance Audit and Risk Committee (FARC) Chair to ensure budgeting and financial decision-making is robust and strategic, to support the ongoing stability of the charity
• Maintain clear communication across teams, ensuring a connected and informed workforce who collaborate effectively. Oversee the success of key events such as annual all-staff away days, monthly gatherings and leadership stocktakes
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders including Frontline trustees, partner organisations and the Department for Education (DfE)
• Effectively lead teams to maintain Frontline's strong track-record of meeting legal/regulatory requirements, to minimise risk to the charity

Key Responsibilities

The COD will lead teams delivering on operational priorities in line with freedom and responsibility, to ensure we remain high performing:

Change management:

• Lead the coordination and project-management of an organisation-wide restructure, ensuing the charity is well-positioned to deliver on contractual obligations whilst diversifying to further amplify our impact and that teams are kept well-informed and feed into structural changes
• Support Frontline teams to work  collaboratively and deliver plans to broaden the scope of Frontline's work, extending activity beyond current areas of focus whilst maintaining a strong, shard commitment to Freedom and Responsibility.
• Develop and adhere to tracking and monitoring systems ensuring annual priorities remain on track to achieve Frontline's mission and long-term strategy.

People and Culture:

• Manage the Head of People to identify new and creative ways to further strengthen and embed our culture and grow personal accountability
• Support the Head of People to ensure excellent HR administration, support and use of data (e.g. staff turnover, sickness levels and performance reporting) to inform future planning and decision-making
• Ensure the team design and deliver high-quality staff induction and training which support staff to thrive (e.g. personal leadership, managing effectively and radical candour)
• Maintain awareness of trends and developing technologies to support efficiencies, e.g approaches to recruitment and support to managers.

Finance and Governance:

• Manage Head of Finance and Compliance to ensure sound budget management (£25m annually), financial controls and clear reporting mechanisms are in place
• Work with the Finance team to ensure FARC and the board have the necessary information and confidence in the financial leadership of Frontline.

Charity Quality and Efficiency:

• Manage and support IT and System leads across Frontline, ensuring they have the resources and compliance mechanisms to ensure robust systems are in place.
• Support Contract Governance teams to negotiate and implement significant government contracts, ensuring outcomes are achievable and effective governance and commercially sound contracts are in place.

Compliance Manager - Social Housing

Birmingham (Hybrid) 

Up to £50,000 per annum 

The Role

We are currently recruiting for a Compliance Manager to join an established housing provider in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to take responsibility for the effective management of landlord compliance across a residential property portfolio.

Working closely with senior management, contractors and internal teams, you will help ensure the organisation maintains high standards of safety, compliance and regulatory performance across its homes.

Key Responsibilities 

• Take ownership of the delivery of the organisation's landlord compliance requirements across its housing stock.
• Plan and oversee programmes of inspections, testing, servicing and any necessary follow-on works.
• Ensure all statutory obligations are being met and that compliance activity is completed within required timescales.
• Oversee external contractors, challenging performance where necessary and ensuring agreed service levels are maintained.
• Review compliance information and certification, ensuring records are complete, accurate and suitable for audit and regulatory scrutiny.
• Investigate areas of non-compliance and put appropriate action plans in place to resolve issues.
• Contribute to the organisation's wider building safety and risk management arrangements.
• Provide regular updates and management information on compliance performance, risks and emerging issues.
• Work with colleagues to resolve customer concerns, complaints and escalated cases relating to safety and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, performance and value for money across the compliance function.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to maintain safe homes and a high-quality service.

About You

• A strong background in housing compliance, ideally within a housing association, local authority or similarly regulated organisation.
• Broad knowledge across areas such as gas, electrical, fire, asbestos, water hygiene and lift safety.
• Experience overseeing contractors and holding suppliers accountable for delivery and performance.
• A good understanding of current health & safety and building safety legislation affecting social housing.
• Experience working with compliance databases, certification and asset information.
• The ability to analyse information, identify potential risks and take decisive action to address issues.
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to work with senior colleagues, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Excellent organisation skills and the ability to manage multiple compliance programmes simultaneously.
• A proactive approach to improving services rather than simply maintaining the status quo.
• A relevant qualification within compliance, health & safety, housing or building safety.
• NEBOSH Certificate or an equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous

Apply

If you're an ambitious compliance profesisonal looking to make a lasting impact within a values-driven housing association, we'd love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact [email protected]

Finance & Contract Management Officer

Organisation: Gambling Harm UK, registered charity no. 1196538

Location: Home-based (UK), with occasional travel for team days

Hours: Two days a week (0.4 FTE, around 15 hours), worked flexibly across the week

Salary: £38,000 to £42,000 a year full-time equivalent (£15,200 to £16,800 actual for two days a week), depending on experience. We are also open to a self-employed arrangement at an equivalent day rate.

Contract: Fixed term to 31 May 2028 (the end of our current OHID grant plus two months), with scope to extend if further funding is secured. Employed or self-employed, to suit the right candidate.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Start: November 2026, or as soon as possible after

Closing date: Monday 13 October 2026. We review applications as they arrive and may interview before the closing date, so please apply early.

Interviews: Week beginning 20 October 2026, on Microsoft Teams

About Gambling Harm UK

Gambling Harm UK (GHUK) is a lived-experience-led public health charity working to prevent and reduce gambling harm. Formerly Gambling Education Network, we are independent of the gambling industry and funded by public money, which we take seriously.

We are in Year 1 of a two-year national programme. Our two largest contracts are with the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) and NHS England, and we expect to add further contracts and grants as the charity grows. We are a small team where every role matters, and good financial management directly enables our mission.

The opportunity

This is a new post. You will be the person who keeps our finances accurate, our payments properly controlled, our contracts monitored and our funders confident that public money is being used well. You will report to the CEO, work day to day with the Director of Operations and our Bookkeeper, and have a direct line to the Treasurer and the Chair of our Audit & Risk Committee.

It is a hands-on role with real ownership of the numbers, the contracts and the controls. Two days a week is enough to do it well, and we are flexible about how those days are worked.

What you will do

Financial management and transactions

• Process payments, expenses and payroll runs through Apron, working within our dual-authorisation controls with the bank and our trustee authorisers

• Monitor bank accounts, cash flow and outstanding payments, and reconcile bank and Apron records with the Bookkeeper

• Monitor spend against approved budgets and flag variances and emerging pressures early

• Support preparation of budgets, forecasts and cash-flow projections

• Prepare monthly financial reports for the CEO, Director of Operations, Trustees and committees

• Make sure all spend is authorised in line with delegated authority and our financial policies

Contract and grant management

• Maintain the central register of contracts, grants and key supplier arrangements

• Monitor contract values, spend, milestones, KPIs and renewal dates for OHID, NHS England and future funders

• Prepare and submit funder claims and financial reports accurately and on time

• Flag financial or contractual risks and make sure they are acted on

• Give the CEO and Director of Operations early warning of expiry and renewal dates

Bookkeeping assurance and controls

• Work with the Bookkeeper so every transaction is recorded and coded to the right fund, project or funder

• Monitor and report on restricted funds

• Maintain financial controls, procedures and audit trails, and support the annual independent examination

• Identify control weaknesses or irregularities and escalate them

Procurement and compliance

• Support procurement in line with our policies, including quotations and documentation

• Monitor supplier performance, spend and compliance

• Keep financial and contractual records complete, accurate and secure

• Support compliance with Charity Commission requirements and contribute to the risk register where finance or contract risks arise

What we are looking for

Essential

• Experience of financial administration, bookkeeping, management accounts or a similar finance role

• Experience of monitoring budgets and expenditure

• Good understanding of financial controls and procedures

• Experience of contract, grant or supplier management

• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with a high level of accuracy

• Well organised, able to work independently and manage competing deadlines

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Confident with Microsoft Excel and standard office systems

Desirable

• Experience in a charity or not-for-profit organisation

• Knowledge of charity accounting, restricted funds and funder requirements

• Knowledge of Charity Commission requirements

• Experience of contract monitoring or commissioned services

• Experience of accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage, and of online payment or expenses platforms such as Apron

• A finance or accountancy qualification, or working towards one

Personal qualities

• Trustworthy, professionally discreet and methodical

• Proactive in spotting problems, risks and opportunities

• Comfortable challenging spend or processes where needed

• Collaborative, and able to work well with the CEO, Director of Operations, Bookkeeper, Trustees, funders and partners

• Committed to value for money and sound stewardship of charitable resources

• Committed to Gambling Harm UK’s values and our public health approach to preventing gambling harm

How to apply

Please apply via CharityJob. Your application should include:

• Your current CV

• A supporting statement of no more than two pages covering your motivation and how your experience meets the requirements of the role

• Whether you are looking for an employed or a self-employed arrangement (either is fine)

For an informal and confidential conversation before applying, please get in touch via our CharityJob listing.

Gambling Harm UK is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and particularly from communities disproportionately affected by gambling harm.