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RLSS UK are currently recruiting for a Compliance Administrator (Audit). The ideal candidate will be detail‑driven, confident, and proactive, to help us maintain the highest standards across our Approved Training Centres and Providers, qualification delivery, and regulatory obligations. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on ensuring excellence and has a passion for doing things right.

In this role, you will:

• Conduct scheduled and ad‑hoc audits for our Approved Training Centres and Providers
• Ensure compliance with RLSS UK policies, qualification frameworks, and industry best practice
• Support the Line Manager with meeting regulatory obligations
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and support to Approved Training Centres and Providers to help them achieve and maintain compliance
• Contribute to continuous improvement of our quality assurance systems
   

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Experience conducting audits or quality assurance reviews
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments or working with regulators
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to guide and support Approved Training Centres and Providers
• A professional and supportive approach, ensuring all interactions align with high customer service standards
• A methodical and objective approach, with strong attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  
   

ROLE OVERVIEW

As an Awarding Organisation, Regulated and Non-Regulated qualifications generate a significant percentage of the Society’s income, and therefore are vital to the charity’s future financial stability. Key to maintaining this important area of work is to ensure that the qualifications, Approved Training Centres (ATC), and Providers (ATP) remain compliant with the requirements of the Regulators (such as OFQUAL).

The post holder will take responsibility for carrying out key administrative processes and tasks to ensure RLSS UK and its ATC/P continue to operate to the highest standards.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organise, and conduct audits of ATC/P, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and organisational standards.
• Review and verify documentation and processes, identifying non-compliance and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, highlighting findings, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Monitor implementation of corrective actions and follow-up audits to ensure sustained compliance.
• Collaborate with External Quality Assurance teams to schedule and manage audit activities, ensuring timely completion and consistency.
• Support investigations into malpractice and maladministration where audit findings indicate potential breaches, providing evidence and recommendations.
  
  
   

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance

• Conduct desk-based audits of ATC/Ps, ensuring compliance with RLSS UK Qualifications, standards, policies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Review documentation such as assessment records, Internal Quality Assurance sampling, safeguarding policies, and conflict of interest declarations, to identify risks and promote best practice.
• Assist in maintaining Direct Claim Status for ATC/Ps, including supporting reviews and escalation protocols.
• Support ATC/P approval processes, ensuring documentation checks and onboarding align with RLSS UK processes.
• Compile and analyse audit data, providing summaries to inform continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance in Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations, offering guidance under established procedures.
• Maintain auditable records of all audit activity, provider status, and compliance outcomes in line with GDPR and regulatory standards.
• Assist with audit scheduling, prioritising high-risk providers and aligning with quality assurance timelines.
• Contribute to the development of audit tools and templates, supporting continuous improvements.
• Provide evidence for complaints, malpractice, and maladministration cases, escalating to the line manager as required.
• Respond to compliance queries via all communication channels ensuring timely and accurate support.
   

General

• Demonstrate and uphold the society’s values and behavioural standards at all times.
• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up to date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme.
• Proactively participate in the Society’s equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and training, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusion for all staff and customers.
• All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the line manager.
   

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes

• Previous experience in administration, customer service, and auditing processes.
• Good attention to detail and organisation skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
• Be self-motivated and a self-starter
• Ability to effectively work in a team and individually
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency using Microsoft Office

IDEAL STRENGTHS FOR THE ROLE

• Efficiency
• Detail Orientation
• Resilience
• Common Sense
• Self Confidence
• Enthusiasm
• Relationship Building

YOUR APPLICATION

Please send your CV and a Cover Letter (no more than 300-words) outlining why you should be our next Compliance Administrator (Audit).

Closing Date – 5:00pm, Monday 3rd August 2026

Interview Date – Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th August 2026, at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change)

WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU

• Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday
• Private Healthcare Plan*
• Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
• Eye Care*
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme*
• Discounts available including high street brands, entertainment, eating out and more
• Free RLSS UK Membership
• Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
• Free on-site parking when working from HQ
• Company events and socials

*Subject to eligibility criteria

Should you wish to discuss the role, any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.

RLSS UK are a Disability Confident Committed Employer and an INclusive Worcestershire Leader.

PLUS is a registered charity employing around 200 staff and providing a wide range of high-quality services that support adults with learning disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives.
We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Human Resources Co-ordinator to join our friendly and supportive HR team based in our head office. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised HR professional who enjoys working in a varied generalist role. You will play a key part in delivering an efficient and responsive HR service, supporting managers and employees across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:
•  Coordinate recruitment and onboarding activity
•  Prepare contracts, offer letters and onboarding documentation
•  Maintain employee records and HR systems
•  Manage compliance checks such as DBS’ and right to work
•  Providing payroll administration for starters, leavers and monthly payroll changes, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
•  Supporting the HR Manager with absence management, absence, disciplinary, grievances and capability processes
•  Delivering excellent day-to-day HR advice and administrative support

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
•  Previous experience in an HR Administrator, HR Assistant or HR Co-ordinator role.
•  Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels.
•  A proactive, flexible approach and a commitment to delivering a high-quality HR service.
•  Good attention to detail and experience maintaining confidential HR information.
•  Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.
If you are looking to develop your HR career within a values-driven organisation where your work makes a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Join PLUS and help us support people with learning disabilities to lead fulfilling lives while contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace for our dedicated staff.
Closing date: 20 July 2026
Our benefts package includes:
•  33 days holidays annual leave (including bank holidays)
•  Hybrid working
•  Pension contribution scheme
•  Training and development
•  Employee assistance programme

Employment is subject to Enhanced DBS checks 

Anne Health provides private gender-affirming healthcare to trans people across the UK and beyond.. We believe in human-centred healthcare delivered by real professionals, transparent pricing, and making gender-affirming care accessible and affordable. Everything we do is grounded in warmth, dignity, and genuine care for our community. We operate remotely, with internal administrative employees in the UK, supported by contracted prescribers and clinical staff in the EU.

Role Purpose

• Provide advice and guidance on a wide range of employee relations issues
• To keep up to date with changes to legislation and best practice and implement these within the organisation
• Lead on employee relations casework including (but not limited to) dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, retirement and redundancy
• Lead on and develop the HR related policies and processes within the organisation
• Lead on the work we do around our culture, accessibility and inclusion
• Lead on the learning and development of our employees and workers
• Good understanding of EU contractor recruitment processes and requirements
• Skilled in managing employee and contractor compliance in line with statutory requirements across the UK and EU
• Lead on and develop the HR related policies and processes within the organisation covering both the UK and EU

This is a fantastic role for someone with the desire to use their skills and experience to support the work of an organisation at the forefront of trans+ healthcare.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and must be based in the UK for the duration of their employment. This is an employed role and cannot be undertaken from overseas.

For more information and how to apply visit: www.anne.health/vacancies 

Please note: this role has been advertised before. Previous applicants need not apply again, as their application remains on file

INCLUSION AT ANNE
We especially welcome applications from trans people, non-binary people, and wider LGBTQIA+ individuals. Representation is vital: our team should reflect the community we serve.

Temporary Recruitment Administrator

London (Hybrid) | 3 Days per Week | 6-Week Temporary Contract | £16.17 per Hour

Immediate Start Available

Are you an experienced Recruitment or HR Administrator looking for your next opportunity?

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established national charity seeking an organised and proactive Recruitment Administrator to join their friendly People Team for an immediate start.

This is a fantastic opportunity to use your recruitment administration skills to support a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience within a busy, collaborative HR team.

What you'll be doing

You'll provide essential administrative support throughout the recruitment process, helping to attract and onboard talented people who will make a real difference.

Your role will include:

• Coordinating recruitment activity and maintaining recruitment trackers.

• Posting vacancies across job boards, LinkedIn and the organisation's website.

• Managing recruitment enquiries and candidate communications.

• Arranging interviews and coordinating hiring managers and interview panels.

• Preparing interview documentation and candidate information.

• Issuing interview invitations and communicating outcomes to candidates.

• Requesting employment references and processing onboarding documentation.

• Supporting the preparation of offers and contracts.

• Providing general office and administrative support to the People Team as required.

We're looking for someone who has:

? Previous recruitment, HR or recruitment administration experience.

? Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.

? Confidence managing multiple priorities in a busy environment.

? Outstanding communication and customer service skills.

? Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

? A professional, flexible and proactive approach.

Experience within the charity sector is welcome but not essential.

What's on offer?

• £16.17 per hour

• Part-time, 3 days per week (21 hours)

• 6-week temporary assignment

• Hybrid working, with one day per week in the London office

• Immediate start

• Opportunity to work with a respected charity making a genuine impact.

• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

• A varied role where you'll quickly become a valued member of the team.

If you're available immediately (or at short notice) and are ready to hit the ground running, please apply online today, we'd love to hear from you.

                                                        The Road Safety Trust Job Description

                                                          Governance Administration Officer

JOB TITLE: Governance Administration Officer

RESPONSIBLE TO: Governance & Compliance Manager

LOCATION: Remote based but with occasional travel required to the head office of our trading subsidiary company, UKROEd, in Manchester, and nationally throughout the UK and RST meetings in London.

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 21 Hours per week (To include Mon-Weds)

SALARY: £32,043 (FTE1)/£17, 944.25 (Pro Rata)

CLOSING DATE: 16 August 2026

TO APPLY:  CV and Covering Letter Required 

About The Road Safety Trust

 The Road Safety Trust (RST)  is the largest independent grant-giving charity in the UK dedicated to enhancing road safety. Established with the mission to achieve zero road deaths and zero serious injuries on UK roads.

The Trust focuses on funding research and practical interventions aimed at reducing road injury and improving safety for all road users.

The Road Safety Trust is the sole member of its wholly owned trading subsidiary company (UKROEd) which operates the National Driver Offender Retraining Scheme (NDORS).

Surpluses from UKROEd are gifted to the Trust each year, enabling the continuous support of various road safety projects and research grants.

The Road Safety Trust values and respects each individual employee, client and customer and is committed to promoting equal opportunities throughout its workforce and board. As such, all relevant applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, disability, or pregnancy status.

Please visit the RST website to see how your personal data will be used. 

  Role Overview

The Governance Administration Officer will be an integral member of the Trust’s Governance and Administration Team, supporting the Governance & Compliance Manager to ensure the effective and efficient administration of governance and compliance activities of the Trust as well as providing administration support to the wider team alongside other administration staff.

Primary Responsibilities

 Governance

1. Provide administrative support to enable effective management of The Road Safety Trust’s Governance and Compliance activities.

2. Support co-ordination of RST Board and Committees. This may include timely preparing meeting packs, taking minutes, following up actions and organising logistics for virtual and physical meetings.

3. Maintain accurate Governance and Compliance registers e.g. conflicts of interest, skills matrices, Terms of Office records and end of year governance documents, ensuring accuracy and validity of information.

4. To ensure documentation in relation to RST Trustees is maintained appropriately.

5. Support Trustee recruitment and induction, coordinate Trustee training, and regulatory reporting.

6. Co-ordinate and monitor Policies and Procedures reviews and maintain the Policies register.

7. Provide support for the internal audit programme, coordinating audit meetings, compiling  documentation and assisting with actions and reports.

8. Support risk management information, including risk registers other compliance activities.

9. Provide support for Board and Committee reports and dashboards to demonstrate progress against key actions and service delivery at RST.

10. Support the preparation of the annual report and organisation of the AGM.

Administration

11. Use Microsoft Office, HR, Finance Systems to ensure RST policies and processes are adhered to.

12. Ensure the provision of information in the relevant sections of SharePoint for easy access by staff as required.

13. Contribute to the organisation of events, workshops and conferences as required.

14. To support the finance function of the Trust as appropriate.

15. Identify and contribute to improvement of processes and procedures. 

16. Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with GDPR and data protection legislation, ensuring safe storage and responsible sharing of data.

17. Support with cover for the rest of the administration team as required.

18. Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the role.

Position: HR Advisor
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours a week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London, N4 with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £36,542 per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Professional / Technical
You’ll start at our entry point salary of £36,542 per annum, increasing to £38,827 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £41,111 after a further 6 months.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

We are looking for a proactive HR professional to join our small, friendly HR team to provide a customer-led advisory service across the full range of employment matters.

As well as providing general HR support to colleagues and managers, you will be our go-to person for recruitment and onboarding, supporting the HR team and recruiting managers with best practice, policy, training and compliance.

This is an exciting time to join the team as we begin our transition to a new applicant tracking system and onboarding module.

In this role, you will help create a positive employee experience by giving practical HR advice, supporting fair and inclusive recruitment, and helping managers apply our people policies consistently.

To be successful in this role, you will have proven experience of:

• Providing HR advice on all aspects of the employee cycle
• Subject matter knowledge of recruitment and onboarding practices
• Developing and practical use of a HRIS (iTrent) and ATS
• Developing HR policies, processes and guidance for people managers and teams
• Understanding of EEDI in a HR context
• Working in a small cross functional team

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Wednesday 22 July 2026

Interested?

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled people and or people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our recruitment and selection process 

• The first round of our recruitment and selection process includes an interview with competency-based questions.
• Our recruitment and selection process might also include extra tasks. For example, a written or Microsoft Excel test or making a presentation.  
• We’ll let you know what the selection process will include when we invite you to interview. You can ask for any more reasonable adjustments for the interview as part of the invitation.
• You might also be invited for a second interview. We’ll let you know about this during the selection process.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 39 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Job Title:People Coordinator 

Salary:£32,500 per annum (full time)

Location:Hybrid: Working time split between your Home and our London Office 

Hours of work:This is a full-time role (35 hours pw) with flexible working options

Reporting to:Director of People 

Premier, Europe’s largest Christian Media agency, is seeking a People (HR) Coordinator to play a vital role in supporting our mission to help people encounter God through media.

We’re looking for a capable and proactive People Coordinator to play a key role in delivering an excellent people experience across our organisation. This is an opportunity for someone with solid coordination experience who wants to grow, take ownership, and contribute to improving how a People function operates in a mission-driven environment.

About the Role

People Experience and Operations:

This is a hands-on, varied HR role in a small team where you’ll be involved across the full employee lifecycle. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organisation, helping ensure that our people processes are professional, efficient, and aligned with our values.

You’ll act as a first point of contact for queries, providing clear and professional support on a range of people policies and procedures.

Recruitment Coordination:

Responsible for managing designated vacancies using our Applicant Tracking System, including all stages of the recruitment cycle from advertising to appointment and onboarding.

People Systems, Data & Insight:

You will be proficient in using systems and databases, responsible for maintaining the data in our HR System. You will ensure that individual records are accurate and up to date and produce reports when required.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

You will enjoy project work, and you won’t just be maintaining processes – we’ll be expecting you to look for opportunities to improve them!

This role offers excellent development for someone looking to grow in HR, including:

•Exposure to the full employee lifecycle in a mission-driven organisation

•Opportunities to develop expertise in HR systems, data, and reporting

•Involvement in projects and continuous improvement initiatives

What we’re looking for:

This role will suit someone who is organised, detail-focused, confident managing multiple priorities, passionate about people with a genuine interest in developing their HR career.

✅ Essential

·Experience of working in a busy team in a generalist or coordination role

·Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail

·Clear and professional written and verbal communication

·Some experience of applying UK employment legislation in practice

·Used to handling confidential information with discretion

·Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively under pressure

·Confidence using Microsoft Office and ideally some experience of databases.

➕ Desirable

·Experience using HR systems and producing reports

·CIPD qualification (or willing to work towards it)

·Experience supporting end-to-end recruitment processes

·Project coordination and process improvement

Please note that this role sits within a Christian organisation, and faith is an integral part of our working life. The nature of the role and our Christian context means this role has a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal Christian faith and a commitment to Premier’s mission.

Ready to make a lasting Impact? If you have a great eye for detail and can also see the bigger picture, if you enjoy taking ownership of your work, improving processes, and are passionate about delivering a high-quality people experience within a mission-driven context, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Premier? 

Premier offers a great place to work, with people that support, encourage and look after one another. You will love coming into work, both in person and virtually!

Competitive salary and benefits package:

• Flexible working arrangements based on the requirements of the role
• Hybrid working including some time working in our new Christian Media Centre in London
• 25 days’ annual leave plus UK bank holidays
• Additional leave on your birthday
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance scheme
• Employee Assistance with online GP scheme
• Eye care scheme
• Enhanced Family leave and Pay

In addition we offer:

• Mission-Driven Work: Take the opportunity to make a tangible impact by contributing to a mission that reaches millions of people.
• Dynamic Team Culture: Join a supportive, creative, and passionate team that values innovation and collaboration.
• Growth Opportunities: Benefit from ongoing professional development in a role where your contributions are truly valued.

Application Process

• All applications need to be completed online using our recruitment system (linked from our adverts).
• You will be asked to answer a number of questions before submitting your application – please ensure you provide information on how your skills and experience meet the requirements for this role.

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £65,000 per annum

Hours per week: 35 hours

Annual Leave: 25 days plus 8 bank holidays

Role Description

The COO is the Cathedral’s principal member of staff and has responsibility for the overall operational performance and administration of the organisation, its assets and its people. Appointed by the Chapter and accountable to them through the Dean, the COO works with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to develop and implement strategy and policy, ensure effective governance and compliance, manage the business functions of the Cathedral and monitor its overall progress and development.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development of the Cathedral’s overall strategy to reflect the Cathedral’s Vision and Values.
• Ensure the effective implementation of the Cathedral’s masterplan and successfully deliver outcomes through the effective performance management of goals and objectives.
• Secure financial sustainability, achieve growth and optimise the efficient use of resources through effective short, medium and long term planning.

Safeguarding

• Work closely with the Dean, the Cathedral Safeguarding Committee, Chapter Safeguarding Lead and the Safeguarding Officer to develop and deliver the Cathedral’s safeguarding strategy.
• Act as a role model in upholding safeguarding policies and embedding a healthy safeguarding culture across Cathedral life.
• Negotiate, implement and continually review the Service Level Agreement with the Diocesan Board of Finance and the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer.
• Ensure compliance with current safeguarding legislation and national guidance, fostering an environment where safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility.

Staff and Volunteers

• Ensure recruitment, training and HR management of staff and volunteers adhere to the Safer Recruitment policies of the Church of England and meet the needs of the Cathedral.
• Develop a workplace culture and ethos that reflects the Cathedral’s values and enables and empowers staff and volunteers.
• Act as a role model for effective people management, supporting, developing, and constructively challenging others while encouraging continuous professional development.
• Foster a collegiate, open, and collaborative environment across the Cathedral.
• Champion diversity and inclusivity within the Cathedral community, providing opportunity and support for all.

Cathedral Compliance and Operational Management

• Ensure the effective running and forward planning of Chapter and other governance committees, including compliance with the Constitution and Statutes.
• Ensure trustees and others in governance positions are properly inducted and trained including in safeguarding.
• Ensure that the Cathedral meets all legislative regulations and complies with ecclesiastical and charity laws.
• Be accountable for reporting to the Charity Commission and Companies House.
• Work with the Chief Finance Officer to ensure that the strategic plan is supported by a robust, multi-year financial plan aligned with long-term objectives.
• Work with the Visitor Experience Manager to increase income generation, establishing a growth plan with the Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn Project.
• Work with the Architect and Facilities Manager to ensure the Cathedral meets its statutory and legal obligations relating to heritage, ecclesiastical and listed buildings in its care.
• Work with the Facilities Manager to ensure the Cathedral meets its statutory and legal requirements in relation to its properties and responsibilities as a landlord.
• Ensure effective management of Health and Safety across the Cathedral ensuring compliance with statutory legislation and best practice; ensure emergency procedures are up to date.
• Ensure all data is protected and processed in full compliance with GDPR legislation.
• Ensure that the Cathedral is complies with all legal requirements, interpreting and communicating changes in compliance to the Chapter and Cathedral staff.
• Support the Church of England’s Net Zero targets and ensure the Cathedral has a plan for reducing carbon emissions; adhering to statutory requirements relating to Net Zero.
• Ensure suitable IT provision is in place, to support Cathedral operations, is secure and regularly review software and hardware requirements.
• Work with the Marketing & Communications Manager to oversee public relations, ensuring appropriate management of reputation, branding, and media activities; act as Cathedral spokesperson as appropriate.
• Review working methods, office accommodation and administration support to ensure arrangements are fit for purpose.
• Promote open and transparent ways of working throughout the administration, with effective communication and engagement at all levels.
• Oversee the effective planning and management of key projects and the implementation of delivery programmes to achieve operational and strategic objectives.
• Support the Dean in managing relationships with the 1327 Club.
• Ensure the effective management, use and future development of all the Cathedral’s assets.
• Be responsible for contingency planning, including the management of insurance, disaster recovery and salvage planning and oversee the Cathedral’s risk register.
• Develop for approval, maintain and regularly review policy and procedure documents of Chapter and ensuring they are embedded across the organisation.
• Chair staff and management meetings.
• Manage the business operations of the Cathedral in accordance with the values, standards and budgets agreed by Chapter.
• Lead, manage, motivate and empower staff and volunteer teams through effective structures, training and professional relationships.

Direct Reports

• Chief Finance Officer
• Cathedral Safeguarding Officer
• Human Resources Officer
• Visitor Experience Manager
• Volunteer Manager
• Marketing and Communications Manager
• Facilities Manager
• Shop Manager
• Pilgrims’ Kitchen Manager

Attendance Required at:

• Chapter Meetings
• Finance Committee
• Nominations Committee
• Risk, Audit and Review Committee
• Safeguarding Committee
• Health and Safety Committee
• Information Protection Group
• The Guild of St Edmund Committee
• Forum
• Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM)
• Enterprises Ltd Meetings
• Eco St Eds Committee
• Abbey of St Edmund, Reborn CIO
• Cathedral Administration and Finance
• Association (CAFA)conferences

Person Specification

Essential Qualities

• A proven track record of strategic leadership with successful
• delivery of projects and outcomes within an organisation of a similar size and complexity.
• Experience of working at board level or closely with boards.
• Significant leadership capability, with the ability to influence, inspire, and engage the Cathedral Community and external stakeholders.
• An empowering management style that fosters teamwork, trust and collaboration, with a strong understanding of HR best practice.
• Successful experience of leading significant change and of fostering a culture of continuous improvement and development within a complex organisational environment.
• Proven experience in managing operational performance within tight financial constraints in a complex, multi-faceted environment.
• Effective delivery of financial strategy and budget management, demonstrating strong commercial acumen.
• An understanding of safeguarding and the critical role it plays in protecting all people.

Desirable Qualities

• Previous experience as a COO or at a similar senior leadership level.
• An understanding of the complexities in managing wide-ranging cathedral operations or previous experience within a Church of England setting.
• A good understanding of best practice in charity governance.
• Experience of managing a heritage site.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Experience in safeguarding best practice.

Knowledge and skills

• Ability to understand complex operational issues and develop creative and innovative solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to share information effectively at all levels internally and externally.
• Commitment to working efficiently and effectively, utilising technology and software as appropriate.
• Ability to develop and encourage a strong team ethos among staff and volunteers.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment.
• Experience of managing budgets.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage comfortably with all users of the Cathedral.

Other criteria

• Empathy with the beliefs and ethos of the Christian faith.
• Comfortable working within a team of staff and clergy with a range of different skills and gifts, understanding their different roles and working patterns.
• Commitment to the Cathedral’s purpose and vision, and to taking an active role in the Cathedral’s community, mission and outreach.
• A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for this post. The appointment is subject to a six-month probation period.

Additional Information

The role requires the post-holder to work occasional weekends, evenings and non-working days, as required for which time off in lieu will be given. The post-holder will undertake such other duties as may reasonably be expected. This document is accurate at time of publication but is subject to regular review and may change in line with the Cathedral’s requirements.

Closing Date: 9.00 am Monday 3 July 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 12 August 2026

Location: Central London, hybrid (1 day per week in office)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Temporary until mid-September 2026
Pay: £14.80 per hour (+ holiday pay)
Start Date: ASAP

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a national charity in the search for a temporary People & Administration Coordinator to provide vital support to their People team over the summer period.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator to join a busy and collaborative team. The role will focus primarily on compliance, data management and recruitment administration, making it ideal for someone with strong administrative experience who enjoys working with systems and processes. Previous HR or recruitment experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records across HR systems and recruitment platforms.
• Support data compliance activities, ensuring personnel files and records are up to date and accurately maintained.
• Coordinate document filing and data entry tasks with a high level of accuracy.
• Assist with the administration and tracking of DBS renewals.
• Support the setup and monitoring of pre-employment checks through external providers.
• Provide administrative support for recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Respond to routine internal queries and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Produce and maintain reports and records as required by the People team.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion at all times.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure the smooth running of People team activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative, coordinator or office support role.
• Excellent data entry skills and strong attention to detail.
• Experience managing databases, systems or large volumes of information.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing tasks.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Excel and Teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Experience within HR, recruitment, compliance or employee administration would be beneficial but is not essential.
• A proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator to gain exposure to a busy People function while contributing to important compliance and recruitment activities within a values-driven organisation.

At Prospectus, we are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

About us

Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK) is a values-driven organisation working with Indigenous Peoples and local communities to protect the world’s rainforests and uphold their human rights. Since 1989, RFUK has partnered with forest peoples and grassroots organisations to secure land rights, challenge destructive industries, and influence laws and policies that safeguard forests and the people who depend on them.

Our mission is clear: to combine human rights and environmental protection to tackle deforestation. From the Congo Basin to the Amazon, our work has helped communities protect millions of hectares of rainforest. With a growing team of passionate advocates for social and environmental justice, we are committed to scaling up our impact to confront the accelerating climate and biodiversity crises.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to build your career at the heart of a busy international NGO working to protect rainforests and uphold the rights of Indigenous Peoples and forest communities. As Operations Officer, you will help keep RFUK running smoothly across HR, office management, IT coordination, contracts, travel and administration, working closely with colleagues in the UK and internationally. We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and solutions-focused, with the energy to learn quickly, support a committed team, and grow their skills while contributing to our mission.

We encourage candidates of varying experience levels to apply, particularly those with a proactive mindset, a "can-do" attitude, and a knack for problem-solving. This role offers an opportunity for growth and development, making it ideal for someone who is eager to learn and contribute to our organisation's success.

Job description and benefits

Please download the full job description from our website. We offer 30 days annual leave, 4% pension contributions, Employee Assistance Programme, learning and development allowance, and four weeks of work-from-anywhere flexibility.

Location

This role is offered as a hybrid role based in our Bethnal Green, London office. The postholder will be required to work in the office for 3 days per week.

Application Process

To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by 9AM, Monday 17 August. Please be aware that the form will be anonymised for review by the panel.

Please note that CVs will not be considered.

We strongly encourage all candidates to read the Recruitment FAQs page on our website before submitting their application.

Regrettably, due to the large number of applications we usually receive, it is not possible to write to you should you not be shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. 

Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held in September.

Join the UK’s only charity dedicated to supporting children and young people who have a parent with a mental illness.

We’re looking for an organised, proactive and detail-oriented Administration & Business Support Officer to help keep our growing charity running smoothly.

Working closely with the Director of Operations, you’ll provide essential support across administration, finance, HR, governance and organisational systems. From coordinating recruitment and processing invoices to supporting Board meetings and maintaining key records, you’ll play a vital role in enabling our team to deliver life-changing support to children and families across the UK.

This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys bringing order to busy environments, takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys helping colleagues succeed. As a small charity, we value flexibility, collaboration and a willingness to get involved wherever support is needed.

The role is home-based, with occasional travel to meetings in or around York and other locations across the UK.

Please download the application pack for full details about the role, responsibilities, person specification and application process.

At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for a People Advisor to join our team.

You'll support managers and staff with advice on ways of working, implementation of employment policies and enabling effective people management across AaA through supporting employee relations case work. You'll also ensure that all variations to contracts impacting terms and conditions of employment and pay are written accurately.

You'll support managers with absence/health issues, including making occupational health referrals as required, and following up and assisting through the capability process. You'll prepare HR related documentation and support administration, ensuring records are kept securely, confidentially and up to date.

We are looking for some someone who has:

• A CIPD qualification/currently studying towards a CIPD qualification or demonstrable equivalent ER experience.
• Demonstrable experience providing advice to managers and staff on HR related matters.
• Strong knowledge of ER case work, current employment law and HR best practice.
• Ability to build strong relationships with multiple stakeholders with an ability to be sensitive, diplomatic and tactful when required.

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Job Title: Head of People

Department: People Team 

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer 

Responsible for:  

• Senior Manager – Recruitment and Training

• People Advisor 

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (Dependent on Experience) 

Closing date: 2nd August 

Interviews w/c: 10th August 

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust 

With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life. 

As an independent charity working in partnership with Brentford Football Club, the Trust offers a portfolio of programmes in education, health, sports participation and community engagement. The Trust has won the ‘Football League Community Club of the Year’ award four times and now employs more than 100 members of staff.

Inclusion Statement 

Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities. Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process. 

Safeguarding Statement  

Brentford FCCST is committed to equality, the safeguarding and welfare of all children and adults at risk. This responsibility is shared by all staff and volunteers at the club, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Staff will be required to undertake regular safeguarding training to enable and reinforce a proactive approach to safeguarding. This role requires the post holder to apply all relevant policies and uphold the club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people to ensure a safe environment for all. This includes the timely reporting of any safeguarding concern to the safeguarding team. We remind those barred from regulated activity that it is an offence to apply for such positions. 

Role Summary 

The Head of People will be responsible for delivering an efficient, compliant and people-focused HR service across the Community Trust, supporting approximately 78 permanent employees and 125 casual workers. 

This is a hands-on operational role with a strong focus on employee relations, HR processes and compliance, payroll coordination and finalisation, and providing practical people support to managers across the organisation. 

The role will directly manage the People Advisor and the Senior Manager - Recruitment & Training Manager, ensuring the effective delivery of recruitment, onboarding, training, compliance, and employee relations. Collaborating closely with departmental leaders, Finance, and safeguarding teams, the People Lead will ensure that people practices, foster a positive employee experience, and promote a culture aligned with the Trust’s values. 

Key Responsibilities 

Leadership and Team Management 

• Provide effective day-to-day leadership and management of the People Advisor and Recruitment & Training Manager. 

• Set priorities, allocate workloads and ensure the People team delivers a high-quality, responsive service across the Trust. 

• Support the development and performance of direct reports through regular coaching, feedback and development planning. 

• Foster a collaborative, customer-focused and solutions-oriented approach within the People team. 

Employee Relations 

• Lead and manage employee relations casework, providing advice and guidance on disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, probation and capability matters. 

• Support managers in resolving people issues in a timely, fair and consistent manner, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and internal policies. 

• Liaise with external employment law advisers where required on complex cases and organisational matters. 

• Maintain accurate case management records and identify trends requiring organisational intervention or support. 

• Support organisational change initiatives and workforce planning activity where required. 

HR Operations and Compliance 

• Oversee and deliver the day-to-day delivery of HR processes across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, contract management, employee changes and offboarding. 

• Maintain and continually improve HR policies, procedures and systems to ensure compliance, consistency and operational efficiency. 

• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, safer recruitment practices and safeguarding requirements. 

• Lead HR compliance activity, including supporting external audits and managing safeguarding-related people processes. 

• Prepare and coordinate workforce data, people metrics and management information for senior leadership and Trustees. 

• Ensure employee records and HR systems are maintained accurately and confidentially. 

Payroll and Benefits Safeguarding 

• Lead the monthly payroll process, ensuring all payroll changes are accurately reviewed, authorised and submitted within agreed deadlines. 

• Take responsibility for payroll finalisation and sign-off, working closely with Finance and payroll providers to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. 

• Coordinate pension administration, employee benefits and life assurance arrangements. 

• Conduct regular audits of payroll and people data to ensure accuracy, compliance and effective record keeping. 

• Act as the key point of contact for payroll and benefits queries. 

Safeguarding 

• Build a strong working relationship with the Safeguarding team, ensuring Safeguarding is continually embedded within the Trust. 

• Work with the Head of Safeguarding on Safeguarding and people initiatives to promote a Safeguarding culture throughout the Trust. 

• Responsible for Safer Recruitment practices and compliance, including internal and external audits. 

Employee Engagement and Wellbeing 

• Lead employee engagement activities, including staff surveys, pulse surveys and wellbeing initiatives. 

• Analyse employee feedback and recommend actions that enhance engagement, retention and culture. 

• Champion wellbeing initiatives and support the delivery of programmes that promote positive mental health and employee wellbeing. 

• Promote inclusive practices that support a positive, respectful and high-performing workplace culture. 

EDI 

• People Lead for the EDI Strategy group, ensuring that EDI strategic objectives are met and taken forward.

• Collaborate with the Senior Manager – Recruitment and Training and the EDI Manager (Club) to ensure EDI training is aligned with Trust values and fosters inclusion across the Trust. 

Governance and Stakeholder Management 

• Work closely with Finance to ensure effective establishment control, headcount management and approval processes. 

• Produce people-related reports, updates and recommendations for senior leadership teams and Trustees. 

• People Lead for the People and Culture Subgroup, reporting to the People and Culture (Trustee) Chair, responsible for preparation and presentation of reports, papers and recommendations. 

• Build strong working relationships with managers across the organisation and with Trustees,and act as a trusted advisor on people matters. 

Direct Reports 

• People Advisor 

• Senior Manager - Recruitment & Training Manager 

Key Relationships  

Internal 

• CEO & COO 

• Heads of Departments and Senior Managers

• Safeguarding Teams

• Trustees

External

• Brentford Football Club: People Team, EDI, Safeguarding 

• Third Party Providers: Payroll and Benefits Providers

Person Specification 

Essential Experience and Knowledge 

• Proven experience in a generalist HR or People role with significant exposure to employee relations case management. 

• Experience of advising and supporting managers on disciplinary, grievance, absence management, performance, probation and capability matters. 

• Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice. 

• Experience of managing and improving HR processes across the employee lifecycle. 

• Experience of coordinating and finalising payroll, working closely with finance teams and external payroll providers. 

• Experience of producing HR reports, workforce data and management information. 

• Experience of managing or supervising team members. 

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. 

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. 

• High levels of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information. 

• Strong communication and influencing skills with a practical and solution-focused approach. 

Desirable Experience and Knowledge 

• Experience working within a charity, community trust, not-for-profit or social impact organisation. 

• Understanding of the governance, funding and compliance requirements associated with charitable organisations. 

• Experience supporting safeguarding-related people processes. 

• Experience supporting organisational change and workforce planning initiatives. 

• Experience of using Workday HRIS or a comparable HR system. 

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) desirable; CIPD Level 7 advantageous. 

Key Focus Areas 

• Employee Relations 

• Payroll Coordination and Finalisation 

• HR Operations and Compliance 

• Recruitment and Onboarding Oversight 

• People Team Leadership 

• Workforce Reporting and Governance 

• Employee Engagement and Wellbeing 

• Safeguarding Compliance 

• Continuous Improvement of People Processes 

General Trust Accountabilities 

• To ensure compliance with all relevant policies, including health and safety and safeguarding policies 

• To ensure compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements 

• To ensure compliance with the Trust’s Code of Conduct.

• To build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally, maintaining a professional image at all times when representing Brentford FC Community Sports Trust 

• To keep confidential any information gained regarding the Trust and its personnel 

• To maintain a flexible approach to work at all times 

As Operations and Systems Manager, you will ensure SMK’s operations are well managed and that the team have the technology, systems and policies needed to run smoothly. You will take the initiative and hold responsibility for managing projects to improve systems and working practices and provide the administrative and training support needed to enable staff to implement these.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will work across the SMK staff team of six, the board members, suppliers and occasionally our training associates maintaining great working relationships and clear lines of communication.

In this internally facing role, you will play a key part in shaping the culture at SMK and in creating an environment in which the staff team can work productively and in line with our values.

Job description

Governance

• Organise SMK’s board meetings, sub committees and strategy days, ensuring all necessary paperwork, including the CEO and Staff Report, is prepared and circulated on time.
• Take clear and concise minutes at board meetings and ensure agreed actions are followed up.
• Support the CEO and Board in ensuring complete and timely reporting to regulators such as HMRC, the Charity Commission, and Companies House.
• Keep up-to-date information on Trustees and Patrons including monitoring the conflicts of interest register.
• Support the induction and exit process for trustees and manage any Board development requirements.

Human Resources

• Ensure all current and ex staff records are up to date and stored appropriately including contracts and job descriptions.
• Support line managers by ensuring that recruitment, induction, employee development and performance management are carried out in line with SMK policies and procedures.
• Regularly review and update HR policies such as the SMK handbook, in collaboration with our external HR support, and be a point of contact for the team to raise any queries or concerns.
• Manage the Breathe HR system for all types of leave. Monitor team’s absences and be a point of contact for team wellbeing.
• Oversee the organisation of the annual Team Away days and any other team strategic planning days.

Compliance and Risk

• Ensure SMK operates in line with legal and regulatory requirements, seeking external expert support where necessary.
• Work with SMK’s CEO to ensure policies and procedures are reviewed on a regular basis.
• Work with the CEO to ensure SMK is compliant with health and safety practices, GDPR, safeguarding and stays up to date with changing regulation.
• Ensure SMK’s insurance is up-to-date and covers the correct requirements.
• Maintain awareness of risks and changes in the external environment that may affect SMK, managing a risk register to capture the risks and actions to be taken to mitigate them.
• Support staff across the organisation to complete risk assessments where necessary and take responsibility for signing these off in line with our policies.

Office Admin

• Be the first point of contact with the office landlord.
• Look after the photocopier, stationary and other office requirements.
• Be responsible for incoming / outgoing post (when in the office).
• Book meeting rooms and desks for team meetings on Mondays.

IT and Information Management

• Manage the relationship with SMK’s IT service providers.
• Support the team with IT requirements.
• Implement the IT and Cyber Security policy and regularly review and update, providing/signposting staff training where necessary.
• Take a broad overview of systems within SMK, reviewing them and ensuring that they are fit for purpose, including the CRM.
• Lead on ensuring SMK’s digital and offline files are up to date, organised, and stored correctly on SharePoint.

Finance

• Support CEO in liaising with SMK’s accountants, with day-to-day bookkeeping and account management
• Collect and file monthly Credit Card receipts and invoices and share with SMK’s accountants.
• Ensure finance policy and procedures are up to date and answer finance-related queries from the team as required.
• Complete and manage client supplier forms.
• Track the progress of the annual audit and coordinate with the appointed auditors and external accountant.

About you

Having worked in a similar role, you’ll display a proven ability to create, implement or update systems that will increase the organisation’s operational efficiency. You are organised and methodical, with an excellent eye for detail and an understanding of bigger picture joined-up systems. You are able to manage and prioritise a busy and diverse workload, with support from your line manager. You’re responsive, approachable, and will have a solid overall understanding of how organisations work at every level.

You are able to operate in a small interdependent team in the heart of the campaigning community where relationships based on trust.

Person Specification

We're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from people in underrepresented groups. To ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes, where needed we will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.

Please read more here about our commitment to solidarity, equality, diversity and inclusion on our website. 

Experience. We’re interested in experience that’s both job-related or gained through other areas of your life

Essential

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within the charity sector.

• Extremely organised, with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail demonstrated by excellent record keeping and information management skills.

• Excellent written, interpersonal and communication skills

• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage your own workload effectively, maintain flexibility and take the initiative when required.

• Good financial literacy, with a working knowledge of budgets and finance systems.

• Experience of supporting charity Boards and working with trustees, preparing papers, accurate minute taking, overseeing action logs and responding to enquiries. And a working knowledge of charity governance requirements and reporting.

• Experience of leading recruitment processes including creating job packs, promotion, shortlisting and communications to applicants throughout the cycle.

• Experience of drafting, reviewing and implementing organisational HR policy and procedures (HR expertise is provided by an external provider) and working with HR systems (we use Breathe HR)

• Basic training in risk management with experience of writing and implementing risk assessments.

• Good understanding of organisational health and safety requirements, including safeguarding and the knowledge and confidence of how to seek further advice and information when required.

• Experience of negotiating with and supervising third-party suppliers and contracts.

• Excellent IT skills with ability to use Microsoft Office to a high level and support others to do so.

• Experience of general administrative support including logistics, travel and events.

• Experience in CRM database management, preferably Salesforce, and a proven ability to handle and analyse data, and produce reports.

• A commitment to SMK’s mission, values and strategic objectives outlined in our strategy Change is Possible.

Desirable

• Background and/or interest in campaigning and social change
• Experience of accountancy software, preferably Quickbooks
• Experience of working in a small hybrid organisation