Head of hr and resources jobs

Are you an experienced and proactive HR professional with a strong understanding of UK employment law and a passion for supporting people? We are seeking a confident and capable People & Culture Lead, providing high-quality advice and guidance to managers and employees across a wide range of HR matters. You’ll play a key role in shaping our HR function and contributing to a positive and inclusive working culture.

• Fixed term (1 year) 21 hours per week

• Hybrid working - available with 60% home working.

• Starting salary: £34,880 FTE (pro rata £20,928) per annum (depending on experience) with a generous pension contribution: up to 10 per cent employer contribution on annual salary.

• CMS offers 36 days of annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays) as well as enhanced paid sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

• CMS supports the mental wellbeing of its employees and offers a generous rewards and wellbeing package, including:

access to 24/7 employee assistance programme with qualified counsellors

regular wellbeing coffee mornings

support on menopause for women

up to three volunteer days a year

up to three family emergency leave days a year

retreats and resources for prayer life

 

We welcome applications from everyone. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from minority groups as they are currently underrepresented within our organisation. All appointments are made on merit of skill, experience and potential as set out in the job description and person specification.

The organisation you’ll be joining

Church Mission Society is comprised of people who are passionate about mission and fired up about helping people follow Jesus. For over 200 years CMS has been at the forefront of global mission, living out the gospel of Jesus, seeing lives changed and communities transformed. If you join CMS, you will find an organisation that has been reinvigorated with a fresh vision to make disciples of Jesus among people at the edges, both in the UK and around the world.

Your role

The new People and Culture Lead will be working closely with the Head of People and Culture to ensure recruitment, onboarding, employee reward, employment relations, learning and development and projects serve the long-term goals of CMS.

You are responsible for delivering professional HR service that supports that necessary operations, vision and strategy. This applies specifically to UK contracted staff (some of whom work overseas) and providing support for volunteers (including CMS Trustees) and consultants.

What you’ll need to succeed

The People and Culture Lead role (1-year, fixed term contract, 3 days per week) will require CIPD Level 5 accreditation and you will have proven HR experience at a Business Partner or Officer level which includes experience in recruitment, employee relations, policy and ideally Payroll.  You will have a good understanding of UK employment law and best HR practice.

It is also a requirement for this post holder to be a committed and practising Christian as well as committed to CMS’s values and aims.

Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download on the CMS website.

Our commitment to you

Our core values of being pioneering, relational, faithful and evangelistic are integral to everything we do, and we work hard to ensure that every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to continually learn and develop their skills.

We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the people we serve, our partners, our volunteers, and our staff. We believe that every child or adult we come into contact with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm and abuse. Our recruitment and selection processes are in line with our Safeguarding Policy and the SCHR Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, which CMS is a member of as part of our commitment to safeguarding.

Closing date

We must get your application by midnight on Sunday 18 January 2026

Interviews are planned to be held on Tuesday 27 January 2026 in CMS House, Oxford.

To apply

Please send your application form and CV via our website or by post to HR Team, Church Mission Society, Watlington Road, Oxford OX4 6BZ.  CVs will only be considered when sent with a completed Application Form, which is available to download from our website.

Candidates for all UK roles must already be eligible to work in the UK, with a valid visa and work permit if required.

As a member of the Inter-agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, CMS has committed to systematically check with previous employers from the last five years for any ‘SEAH’ (Sexual Exploitation, Abuse or Harassment) issues relating to all potential new hires.

About CoppaFeel!

CoppaFeel! are the UK’s only youth focused breast cancer awareness charity, and we’re on a mission to get every 18-24 year old checking their chest. We educate people on the signs of breast cancer and encourage them to check their chests monthly, so that if they notice something unusual they are empowered to contact their GP and advocate for themselves.

We do this because when diagnosed early, breast cancer treatments are more effective and survival rates are higher. Early detection can save lives.

Breast cancer does not need to be detected late, and as long as we are here and continue to be supported by people like you, we will do all we can to make sure this doesn’t continue to happen.

The Role

CoppaFeel! is looking for a Head of Partnerships to deliver our Partnerships Team strategy for the duration of a maternity cover at CoppaFeel!. This role is crucial to fundraising at CoppaFeel! due to managing our largest partner, Asda, to an incredibly high level, as well as strategising and supporting the team to deliver all our other partnerships.

The Head of Partnerships will sit within the CoppaFeel! Fundraising Team and will work closely with the Director of Fundraising, other Heads of Departments and Partnerships Team. They will lead this team with their new business and account management.

Partnerships at CoppaFeel! are responsible for more than 50% of the income. Asda is our most valuable partner and requires a high level of attention and professional account management. There is a Partnerships Manager solely dedicated to Asda. There are a large number of other varying types and sizes of partnerships that also need to be overseen and opportunities within them maximised.

We also have an ambition to diversify our fundraising income and seeking new partners through our new business workstream is a priority for the team. Wherever possible, we strive to make our partnerships support our organisational mission of reaching young people with our life-saving message as well as ensuring they are able to raise funds for our work. The Head of Partnerships will be responsible for overseeing the new business efforts, and offering support and direction to the team. .

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that you will attend the London office 2 days per week. You will be required to attend the office for quarterly team meetings, department meetings and in person training, we will provide plenty of notice for when you are required to be in for these purposes.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategy

• Responsible for the management and delivery of the existing partnerships strategy, ensuring to continually review the efficiency of it, and where appropriate, make and implement changes

• Create and develop the Partnerships Team workplan for 2027

• Identify the key areas for improvement and inspire the team to take our partnerships to a higher level increasing income generation and maximising awareness raising opportunities

• Responsible for achieving forecasted targets contributing to the CoppaFeel! fundraising growth plan

• Ensure you are up to date with industry norms, fundraising climate and partnership trends

• Network in appropriate forums to constantly seek new opportunities that fit with the partnerships strategy

• Where possible, strive for partnerships that align with our strategic goals

• Use your expertise with our pipelines to forecast accurately and ensure the team are on track to hit target

• Ensure ROI and key performance metrics are used to make evidence based decisions

• Foster excellent working relationships with internal stakeholders ensuring members of the teams collaborate, for the successful delivery of our partnerships

• Ensure the team have a robust plan and focus on both reactive and proactive new business

• Ensure the team works efficiently and appropriately with partners based on their value to CoppaFeel!

• Create and continually monitor the full budget for Partnerships in agreement with the Director of Fundraising

• Responsible for all reforecasting and notifying SMT of notable changes

• Coordinate all appropriate members of SMT for partner relations

• Ensure the Partnerships strategy and delivery is able to reflect CoppaFeel!’s commitments to EDI and being youth-led.

Partnership Deliverables

• Support the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager and Corporate Partnerships Manager on key deliverables of high-value partners; including senior stakeholder management, strategic and financial planning and event attendance

• Support the development of the new business strategy and securing new partners through attending meetings, participating in pitches etc

• Ensure all partners have up to date contracts and review any queries from the team. Work with SMT and external lawyers where required.

Management

• Provide effective leadership to the Partnerships Team. Offering guidance and support to ensure high-quality partnership strategy delivery, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.

• Directly line Manage at least two members of the partnerships team, ensuring ensuring they have annual performance reviews, learning and development plans, KPIs, and are supported to meet their fundraising targets

• Responsible for the knowledge of regulation relevant to corporate partnerships and fundraising including the Code of Fundraising Practice

• Make decisions based on what is best for the department and organisation

Administration

• Use Beacon CRM to its full potential to track partnerships progress

• Ensure systems are kept up to date including Beacon CRM, and CoppaFeel! shared Google Drive

• Keep workplan, diary and shared calendar up-to-date, shared communications across the organisation including admin such as desk booking systems, People HR, Weekly Round Up and contribute to team meetings

• Ensure excellent financial and legal records are kept including invoicing, contracts, payment chasing and team expenses, following CoppaFeel! finance policies

Leadership

• The Leadership team consists of SMT and Heads of Department, so this role is a leadership role

• Work with the leadership team to maintain the CoppaFeel! culture reflecting and championing the organisation’s values of positivity, creativity, community and impact

• Lead and inspire the Partnerships Team to meet their objectives and live the full CoppaFeel! values

• Work closely with all Heads of Departments to collaborate on projects and stay across the direction of all teams, in order to deliver CoppaFeel!’s organisational strategy

• Work with the Director of Fundraising and leadership in fundraising to set the ways of working and high performance of the team

• Champion corporate partnerships and fundraising across CoppaFeel! helping to develop a fundraising culture at the organisation

• Champion cross team collaboration, finding a way to embed fundraising across the CoppaFeel! culture whilst also demonstrating an understanding of other team’s priorities and strategies

• Undertake any other reasonable duties or responsibilities as required by the Charity, in line with the needs of the organisation.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Experience of driving and delivering strategies within Corporate Partnerships or Corporate Fundraising functions

• Experience of team leadership

• Experience of managing 7 figure partnerships to a high level

• Experience of working in both new business and account management

• Experience of budget management

• Experience of working with corporate partnership contracts and agreements

• Ability to project manage with multiple stakeholders – internal and external

• A creative thinker with excellent relationship building skills

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes

• Strong team-player who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and passionate about working for CoppaFeel!

• Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the fundraising team

Desirable

• Experience of monitoring and evaluating effectiveness of fundraising activities, partnerships or programmes

• Experience of public speaking and presenting to different groups of people, both in person and online

Application information

Applications will close at 9am 5th January with the aim to commence interviews from 12th January.

CoppaFeel! reserves the right to close the vacancy early in the event that we receive a high number of applications before the closing date.

Main benefits, Terms & Conditions

Annual leave entitlement: 22 days, plus office closure at Christmas, a day off for the founders Cancerversary and a day off for your birthday.

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Health Cash Plan

• Access to Self Space training and 1:1 therapy

• Core working hours of 10am to 4pm

• Flex Friday; every other Friday off, offering the time to recharge and ensuring work life balance, while remaining available in case of emergencies

All annual leave and benefits are pro-rata'd for part time employees.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At CoppaFeel! we support a diverse range of communities and we understand that diversity within our team is central and crucial to meeting the needs of the young people we exist to serve. We strongly encourage applications from Black, and people of colour, LGBTQIA+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, from men, and from those with a lived experience of cancer because we would like to increase the representation of these groups within the charity.

We promote equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and make recruitment decisions by matching the charity's needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of 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 recognise the value in encouraging a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge at the charity.

While the successful candidate will be selected purely on merit, in the event of a tie between two candidates with equal suitability, we may select a candidate with lived experience of the issues we are seeking to address through our work.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and we commit to offering an interview for all applicants with disabilities who meet our required criteria for the role. If you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments for the interview process please get in touch.

Head of People

We are delighted to share this new and exciting opportunity for a Head of People to join a values-driven and dynamic organisation.

Position: Head of People
Location: Manchester
Salary: £48,985 per annum (pro rata to 21 hours – £29,391)
Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week (21 hours)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Hybrid working, with at least 1 day per week in the Manchester office

Closing Date: Midnight, Friday 16 January 2026
Interviews: Tuesday 27 January 2026, in Manchester

Benefits: Flexible working options, pension scheme, discounted travel to work schemes, employee wellbeing assistance programme including free eye tests, personal and professional growth and development including coaching, trade union.

We reserve the right to close the role early should a suitable candidate be found before this date. Applicants must apply via the application form on our website – CVs cannot be accepted.

About the role:

As Head of People, you will lead all people-related activity across the organisation, providing practical and professional HR leadership. Reporting to the Shared Services Lead, you will drive the delivery of the People Plan, ensuring people practices reflect co-operative values and support strategic goals.

This role offers the opportunity to shape organisational culture, support senior leaders and help create an inclusive, engaging workplace where people can thrive.

Key responsibilities:

HR leadership and delivery

• To lead the organisation’s HR function, managing internal HR resource and external providers where required.
• To support the CEO, Shared Services Lead and Leadership Team in developing and delivering the People Plan, ensuring practical implementation and measurable progress.
• To advise and support the Leadership Team on workforce planning, recruitment, learning and development, performance and wellbeing.
• To develop and maintain fair, transparent and financially sustainable pay, grading and reward structures aligned with organisational values.
• To prepare and present HR reports and papers to the Leadership Team, Board and Committees, including the Remuneration Committee.
• To support the Remuneration Committee with expert HR advice, including the development of appraisal processes for senior roles.

Policy, compliance and governance

• To ensure HR policies are up to date, legally compliant and aligned with co-operative values.
• To support effective HR governance, including reporting, risk management and equality impact assessments.
• To lead regular policy reviews and staff consultation, ensuring consistent and fair application across the organisation.

Organisational development and culture

• To work closely with the Shared Services Lead and Leadership Team to foster a positive, collaborative and values-led culture.
• To coordinate and deliver learning and development programmes that build organisational capability.
• To support internal communications and engagement activity that strengthens trust and collaboration.

Employee relations and HR operations

• To line manage the HR Coordinator, ensuring delivery against organisational priorities.
• To provide professional HR advice to managers on employee relations, recruitment and performance matters, seeking legal advice where appropriate.
• To maintain constructive relationships with recognised trade unions, ensuring effective consultation.
• To oversee recruitment, onboarding and exit processes, ensuring a positive and inclusive employee experience.
• To ensure accurate HR records are maintained and confidential information is handled appropriately.

About you:

To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about people, values-driven leadership, and creating inclusive and supportive workplaces.

You will bring:

• A Level 7 CIPD qualification or equivalent experience
• Proven experience as an HR Manager or similar senior HR role, ideally within a values-led or membership organisation
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
• Experience developing and delivering people strategies that support organisational growth
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• The ability to manage sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion

About the organisation:

As the voice of the UK’s co-operative movement, we empower and support co-operative enterprises with specialised knowledge and expertise, to grow the co-operative economy and create a fairer society. From football clubs and farms to convenience stores and pubs, there are more than 7,000 co-operatives in the UK, each owned and controlled by their members and based on a set of shared principles and values.

As an organisation we are led by our unwavering values of solidarity, self-responsibility, equity, and honesty, therefore if you share these core values, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Other roles you may have experience in could include Head of HR, HR Manager, People and Culture Lead, Senior HR Business Partner, Director of People, or HR Lead.

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

Actors’ Trust supports professional actors and stage managers in times of need, and our bold new Acting for Impact strategy seeks to increase the charity’s reach and impact within the performing arts community.

The Finance & Office Executive will play a key role in ensuring the financial health and effective administration of the charity. Working closely with the CEO and Head of Finance & Operations, the postholder will provide financial assistance, manage the office, and undertake the administrative functions required to support the smooth running of the charity.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with numbers, systems and people. You’ll play a key role in supporting and delivering the charity’s financial and operational strategy and enabling the Trustees to fulfil their legal and fiduciary obligations. You will ensure that our finance processes and office run smoothly, including diary management, and that key governance and HR processes and procedures comply with law and with our policies.

We are looking for an energetic and motivated self-starter keen to take on a new challenge within a fast growing organisation, to join us and support our team. You will have an appetite for detail and a focus on standards. Additionally, you will be a problem solver, team player, able to quickly adapt, (and to ask for help when you need it) and you’ll have the self-belief and capacity to develop trusted relationships with stakeholders at every level. 

See the attached Job Description for more details.

How to Apply

• Please apply with an up-to-date CV including a daytime phone and email contact, and a brief covering letter telling us why you’re a good fit for this role.
• The closing date and time for applications is 9am, 9th January 2026.
• Interviews will be held on Thursday 15th January 2026

As the Head of Philanthropy, Asia you will be responsible for growing our major gifts programme in the Asia-Pacific region. The focus will be on increasing six figure + (GBP) giving through the University of Birmingham Hong Kong Foundation, and from the wider region. Most of our warm donors are based in Malaysia and Hong Kong but there is an active community of alumni in Singapore and scoping to be done across Asia to drive the next phase of our strategy forward beyond alumni donors and to build on a recent seven figure donation as a catalyst for further giving. 

As a University we established our Hong Kong Foundation in 2019 and giving is off to a strong start. Continuing on this trajectory you will work to make it financially sustainable, aiming to have multi-year commitments lined up. You will steer and develop the Foundation’s volunteer Board of Directors, increasing giving from their networks, and working with them to distribute funds to programmes at the University that will also benefit Hong Kong. 

As a senior fundraiser in DARO, you will be expected to be innovative, self-motivated, and to take ownership of fundraising in this region. As part of a dynamic team and led by some of the most respected names in higher education fundraising, you will work across the University to generate gifts to key philanthropic projects and encourage new donors to make significant gifts. You will also have the opportunity to work with the senior leadership across the University to travel, drive income and develop innovative funding proposals for the region. 

We believe there is no such thing as a 'typical' member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability, which is a key part of our strategy.

St Peter’s is seeking a talented and motivated professional to take the lead in configuring and administering two key IT systems that underpin our volunteer management and HR/Payroll systems. This pivotal role will ensure our systems deliver maximum benefit—enhancing volunteer and employee experience, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive problem-solver with strong technical aptitude.
• Someone eager to develop expertise quickly in new systems.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with employees, volunteers, and system champions.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a project-driven environment.

What we can offer you:

• Salary of up to £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Full time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Fixed term contract, 12 months

Interview Dates: January 5th, 7th, and 9th

If you would love to work in support of a great cause, then do get in touch to learn more about the role.

We will review applications as they come in and therefore, we may close the vacancy before the closing date, so candidates are advised to apply early.

We know sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could just be what we're looking for!

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK before they apply for a vacancy and be able to provide evidence of this. 

37 hours per week / £33,075 per annum / 12 month fixed-term contract / hybrid; minimum of two days on site, flexible hours considered - working pattern to be discussed at interview.

At YMCA DownsLink Group, our mission is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.

Our Values - we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.

We are seeking a Personal Assistant to join our People and Programmes team, providing dedicated PA support to the Director of People and Programmes and the Head of Improvement and Impact. The People and Programmes directorate includes teams focused on HR and learning & development, safeguarding, impact and improvement and fundraising & communications.

This will be a pivotal role at the heart of this department, and the wider organisation, ensuring leaders can focus on making a bigger impact on the lives of children and young people.

The Personal Assistant will provide high level PA and administrative support to the Director of People and Programmes and to the Head of Improvement and Impact, including proactive diary management and acting as a gatekeeper to prioritise workload. In delivering the role, you will:

• act as a trusted partner, ensuring the Director and Head can focus on strategic leadership by anticipating needs, being proactive and responsive and co-ordinating follow-up.
• organise and coordinate meetings, including agendas, papers, logistics and follow-up actions.
• ensure meetings are planned and prepared for, efficiently documented, actions tracked and completed and communications are clear.
• be organised and efficient, able to manage sensitive and complex issues in a professional and objective manner.
• draft, edit and proofread correspondence, reports, and presentations in line with organisational tone and brand.
• attend meetings when required, taking accurate notes and tracking actions to ensure timely completion.
• work collaboratively with the central administration team and provide cover for senior administrative colleagues when required.

If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate. 

This is a dynamic, fast-paced role, working in an unpredictable environment which requires adaptability and a willingness to be a champion of change. You will have already have:

• proven experience in a Personal/Executive Assistant or similar senior administrative role.
• collaborative and empathetic approach, with the credibility to inspire confidence among diverse stakeholders.
• exceptional organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• confidence in attending meetings and engaging with senior stakeholders.
•  excellent attention to detail, with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
•  proficiency in Microsoft 365 and digital collaboration tools, along with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•  a strong initiative and ability to work autonomously. Be resilient, reliable and flexible.
• ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment in handling sensitive matters.
• proactive problem-solving skills, with a track record of anticipating needs before they arise.
• experience in the charity or housing sector (desirable).

CLOSING DATE: Sunday 4 January at midnight. Proposed interview date is Thursday 8 January. 

Please note that we are unable to offer a work permit or visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.

An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. 

Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. 

Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.

Pure Insight are a trauma-informed charity supporting young care leavers. Our focus is on building trust, compassion, and consistency in practice. We are currently in a process of strengthening our internal infrastructure to deliver high-quality support. As a result of this, we are looking to recruit the new role of Head of Operations and Organisation Development. The role is based in our Stockport office with travel across Stockport, Cheshire East, Warrington and Halton. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape our future organisation.

Purpose of the Role

• Strategic and operational leadership across operations, service delivery, HR, finance, data, income generation, risk, and organisational development.
• Ensures the organisation is safe, well-governed, compliant, financially sustainable, and trauma-informed.
• Acts as an organisational anchor: clarity, structure, stability.
• Initially oversees one frontline delivery team to understand ground-level operations.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Operations & Leadership

• Develop and implement organisational structures, systems, and processes.
• Support CEO with organisational change and restructuring.
• Provide senior leadership and model relational, reflective practice.

Service Leadership & Management

• Line-manage Business Support Manager, Data/Impact Lead, and core operational workstreams (HR, H&S, GDPR, admin, website, data).
• Line-manage one Area Team; ensure reflective supervision and supportive accountability.
• Participate in safeguarding rota.
• Lead recruitment processes across the organisation.

Organisational Structure, Policy & Risk

• Develop and embed organisational policies, procedures, manuals, and guidance.
• Strengthen internal processes for clarity, consistency, and relational practice.
• Lead organisational risk management.
• Oversee project management for new initiatives.

Finance Oversight

• Support CEO and Finance team in budget monitoring, financial planning, and sustainability.

Income Generation

• Assist in funding applications, reporting, and exploring new aligned funding streams.

Reporting, Evaluation & Impact

• Oversee data collection and reporting, ensuring trauma-informed, ethical practices.
• Produce the annual Impact Report.
• Develop external evaluation processes and relationships.

Stakeholder Management

• Build relationships with local authorities, funders, partners, and community organisations.
• Represent the charity externally.
• Travel to service delivery areas as required.

Please see Job description for more information.
 
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About Toynbee Hall

Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnership to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.

Team background

The Human Resources team sits within the Operations Directorate, led by the Chief Operating Officer (COO). This role reports directly to the Head of People & Culture, who is a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and ensures that people, culture, and inclusion are embedded at the heart of the charity’s strategic and operational priorities.
The Human Resources team plays a crucial role in supporting the charity’s mission, ensuring that we attract, develop, and retain talented and committed staff, foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and maintain compliance with employment law and best practice.

Job purpose

This role partners closely with the Head of People & Culture, and senior stakeholders to lead the transformation of Toynbee Hall’s people strategy and implement its EDI strategy. It focuses on championing values-based leadership, shaping organisational culture, and embedding trauma-informed HR practices to ensure the workforce is supported, empowered, and engaged.
Through strategic influence and partnership, this role drives initiatives that promote inclusivity, high performance, and wellbeing across the organisation, ensuring all people and culture activities are fully aligned with Toynbee Hall’s mission and organisational goals

Scope of role

The People & Culture Partner will provide expert support across the full employee lifecycle from attraction and recruitment, to onboarding, development, performance management, and exit. This role will support senior leaders in driving values-based leadership, building, HR capability, and fostering a culture of performance, inclusion, and wellbeing.
In addition, the People & Culture Partner will play a key role in workforce planning, leveraging data and insights to inform decision-making, and ensuring that HR processes are effective, compliant, and centred on the needs and experiences of people.
The key focus for this role will be to support all employee relations case load with the guidance of the Head of People & Culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR & Culture
• Employee Relations
• Recruitment & Onboarding
• Payroll & HR Operations
• Performance, Learning & Development
• Wellbeing, EDI & Engagement

Essential Criteria:

• CIPD Level 5 minimum.
• Proven track record in HR/People roles, including managing complex employee relations cases (grievance, disciplinary, absence and performance management) providing guidance to managers and supporting individuals through processes.
• Experience managing payroll processes, either directly or through outsourced providers, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end recruitment, including role scoping, advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, and selection.
• Experience designing and delivering onboarding and induction programmes that support new staff to integrate effectively and feel engaged from the outset.
• Experience of drafting HR policies and procedures and conducting gap analysis on HR systems.
• Experience supporting managers and advising through consultation processes such as TUPE and/or redundancy.
• Strong organisational, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches and a commitment to developing organisational culture to ensure inclusion and diversity.

• Experience working in a unionised environment and demonstrate a high level of discretion and confidentiality.

• Experience working in a similar role within the charity or non-profit sector is preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, with the ability to determine business goals and suggest ways to achieve them through HR initiatives.

• Alignment with Toynbee Hall’s mission and strategy.

• Commitment to working in line with Toynbee Hall’s values:
  • Inclusive – open-minded, transparent, collaborative; seeking fresh and alternative perspectives.
  • Courageous – principled, ambitious, and acting with integrity.
  • Empowering – shifting power, sharing knowledge, and enabling people to take action for themselves.

• Understanding of safeguarding and willingness to further develop this knowledge.

Please download the full Job Description for more details.

Our Benefits Package

We believe in supporting our employees with a well-rounded benefits package designed to enhance work-life balance, financial security, and overall well-being.

Annual Leave

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 3 additional days for our Christmas shutdown (on top of bank holidays).
• After 2 years: +3 extra days of leave.
• After 3 years: +1 additional day.
• After 5 years: A total of 30 days annual leave, plus the 3-day Christmas shutdown.

Pension

• Standard Life Pension Scheme – Employer contribution: 4%, Employee contribution: 5%

Additional Perks & Support

• Enhanced Sick Pay for peace of mind during illness
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to support growing families
• Employee Eyecare Vouchers to support your vision health
• Employee Assistance Programme for free, confidential advice and support
• Mental Health First Aid to ensure workplace well-being
• Tenancy Deposit Scheme to help secure your home
• Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan for cost-effective commuting
• Cycle to Work Scheme to promote a healthier, greener way to travel
• Charity Mentoring Network to support professional development and networking

We’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment, because when our team thrives, we all succeed!

Are you ready to take on a new challenge with a leading charity making a real difference in brain tumour research?

Brain Tumour Research is seeking an experienced and game changing Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships.

Do you have the experience, drive and determination to thrive in this role?​​

Job Purpose:

To lead delivery of our fundraising in five key income lines: Trusts & Foundations, Corporate Partnerships, Legacies, Other Charities, and Lottery; oversee our Special Events programme and assist the Director of Income Generation and Development with our Major Donor programme.

You’ll enjoy being part of and contributing to a busy, experienced, fast-working, and dedicated team while working cross-functionally with other departments such as PR, marketing and Research, Policy and Innovation.  

Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK. 

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Key Requirements:

• Proven experience and success in securing, managing, and growing high value fundraising income, including corporate partnerships, trusts & foundations, legacies and major donors.
• Demonstratable strong strategic planning skills and the ability to develop and implement long-term strategies to achieve fundraising targets and enhance the charity's mission
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with experience in overseeing multi-disciplinary teams. Essential experience includes team leadership, staff motivation, setting clear objectives, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
• Track record of developing and implementing successful fundraising strategies.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels and an excellent standard of written English.
• Analysis of data and trends to inform fundraising strategies and success measurement is an important aspect of the role. This includes using CRM systems and other fundraising tools ​​

If you are looking for a fulfilling and impactful role and have the level of experience and skill we are looking for, we welcome your application.

​We reserve the right to close the application window early and advise candidates to apply in good time to avoid disappointment.

The closing date for applications is: 18th January 2026​

We are asking for a CV as the first step but applicants may be asked to provide a targeted covering letter as part of the selection process.  Interviews will be conducted during the application window as appropriate, and will consist of a first interview via MS Teams, progressing, if successful to a face to face second interview, held at our offices in Milton Keynes.

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We are looking for people who share our passion for finding a cure for brain tumours and who have the skills and experience to make a difference. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and helps us achieve our mission. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and contribute to our vision.

People and Culture Manager

Location: London / Hybrid
Contract: 12month FTC, full time
Salary: £45,000 - £47,000 FTE

MLC Partners are supporting a values-led organisation to recruit an experienced People and Culture Manager to join their small, collaborative People team. This is a broad, hands-on role combining operational HR delivery with leadership, projects, and a strong focus on inclusive people practices.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of People & Culture, you will provide a proactive and professional HR service across the organisation. You will lead on end-to-end recruitment, oversee onboarding and induction, manage key annual HR initiatives, and act as a trusted advisor on employee relations. You will also line-manage two People team members and play a key role in embedding equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB) across all people practices.

A key aspect of the role will be supporting and managing organisational change, including restructures and organisational redesign, ensuring these are delivered fairly, compliantly and with clear communication - experience in previously successfully is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve end-to-end recruitment processes, working closely with hiring managers and external partners
• Oversee induction and onboarding, ensuring a seamless and values-aligned employee experience
• Lead annual HR projects including appraisals, staff surveys and feedback processes
• Co-design and deliver people leader development initiatives and practical management guidance
• Champion EDIB across recruitment, policies, people initiatives and organisational culture
• Provide expert advice on employee relations matters, supporting managers with complex and sensitive issues
• HRIS literate, with experience in implementing and effectively embedding and monitoring new systems
• Contribute to HR policy development, payroll support and general HR operations
• Ensure compliance with employment law, GDPR, safeguarding requirements and internal policies

About You

You will be an experienced People and Culture professional with strong people management skills and confidence operating across the full employee lifecycle. You are comfortable balancing strategic projects with operational delivery and thrive in a collaborative, values-driven environment.

• CIPD L5 or equivilant experience
• Strong knowledge of employment law and best practice, particularly in change and reorganisation
• Experience leading recruitment and onboarding processes
• Experience managing and developing team members
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational ability and attention to detail
• A high level of discretion and professionalism
• A genuine commitment to inclusive, fair and people-centred workplaces

Applications are under constant review, with my client seeking the right candidate start early January. Please apply now, or reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.

Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of older and vulnerable people in our community? Are you a strategic, values-driven leader looking to make an impact?

At WECHI, our purpose is to support older people to remain living comfortably and independently in their own homes for as long as they choose. If you are passionate about applying your skills to a meaningful cause, the Head of Central Services role offers a unique opportunity to lead and make a difference, guided by our values of care, respect, integrity, and collaboration.

In this senior leadership role, you’ll work closely with the CEO, Management Board and management team to shape our financial strategy, strengthen governance, and ensure effective management of our people, data, IT and facilities functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your expertise to an organisation with a big heart, a strong social purpose and a team that genuinely cares.  

What you’ll lead on

Strategic Finance & Planning

• Lead the development of financial and commercial strategies that support WECHI’s long-term vision.
• Oversee annual budgets, forecasts and business planning.
• Provide clear, insightful financial information to support Board and Executive decision-making.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead all financial reporting, including monthly reviews, cashflow management, quarterly management accounts, BVAs and year-end accounts (including subsidiaries).
• Manage the annual audit and maintain strong relationships with bankers, insurers and auditors.
• Ensure robust financial controls, policies and procedures across the organisation.

Operational Performance & Growth

• Partner with operational teams to improve performance, efficiency and financial sustainability.
• Provide financial modelling and support for bids, business cases and new service development.
• Contribute to revenue growth, including development of commercial opportunities and private income streams.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Act as Company Secretary, ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance.
• Strengthen organisational governance and risk management, including maintenance of risk registers.
• Ensure compliance with data protection, information governance and financial regulations.

Corporate Services Leadership

• Manage the People Support Lead, providing line management and oversight, while working collaboratively to ensure HR compliance, develop people strategy, and coordinate on key operational matters including payroll and budgets.
• Lead IT oversight and the outsourced IT function, ensuring systems are maintained and improved.
• Oversee facilities management and represent WECHI as a Director for Hide Market Management.

For a full description of duties, person specification, and benefits, please see the attached JD.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Head of Central Services to shape the future of WECHI, make a lasting impact, and champion our values of care, respect, integrity, and collaboration. If you think that's you,we’d love to hear from you!

About us

GSG Impact is a UK-registered charity with a global footprint. We work with a network of National Partners and collaborators across multiple countries to help build “impact economies”, strengthening the systems, relationships and market infrastructure that enable capital and policy to deliver better social and environmental outcomes. Our work brings together evidence, convening power and practical support, partnering with leaders across public, private and civil society to accelerate progress and share what works globally. 

The role

We are seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead our organisational operations, including finance, HR, governance, compliance and risk. You will ensure strong systems, controls and processes that enable excellent delivery across an international organisation. 

Key responsibilities

• Lead organisational operations across finance, HR, IT, legal, admin and key systems

• Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting, audit and treasury/controls

• Strengthen UK charity governance, policies, compliance and risk management

• Oversee contracts, procurement, supplier management and external advisers

• Lead people operations across multiple jurisdictions (including Employer of Record arrangements) 

About you

• Track record in UK charity governance/compliance and international operations

• Senior operational leader with strong financial and people management experience

• Confident working across complex stakeholder environments and multi-country teams

• Clear communicator, pragmatic problem-solver, calm under pressure 

How to apply

Please send CV (max 2 pages) and a cover letter (max 1 page) explaining your suitability.

GSG Impact is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and will carry out appropriate pre-employment checks.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications or appoint a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a small, London based performing arts charity to recruit for a Head of Finance and Operations. This is a role based full time from their site in Islington and is a permanent vacancy. The charity works with care leavers and at risk young people using drama, staging high profile theatre and film productions.

Reporting in to the CEO, the Head of Finance and Operations is responsible for managing the day-to-day operational, financial and legal aspects of the charity, the work it produces and its staff, ensuring successful delivery of all services. Accountable to the CEO, this person must ensure that the right balance is achieved between a programme of activity and prudent financial management. Some of the key responsibilities include strategic and financial planning, leading in the development and management of business plans. You will ensure realistic financial targets are set, work alongside the CEO to develop a robust, deliverable business plan for financial partnerships and will lead on the development and implementation of HR strategy and staff management policies. You will support the Fundraising team alongside the CEO, working with them to develop and manage a realistic weighted pipeline of trusts and foundations. You will also monitor funding agreements and renewals, support the preparation of corporate sponsorship contracts and over see the management of the office space.

The successful candidate will have prior experience managing finances, ideally for a charitable organisation or not for profit, however you do not need to be a fully qualified accountant. You will have team management experience with the ability to motivate and support staff and bring experience of embedding policies and processes to ensure smooth running of the organisation. You will be a self starter with the ability and drive to learn aspects of the role that you are not as familiar. The charity is open to candidates looking to develop and broaden their experience on the job and therefore you will not be expected to have strong experience in every area.

To apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Following your application, you may be contacted by Prospectus for an informal discussion and may be asked to provide further information to assist with the recruitment process.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are 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.