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The People & Culture Advisor role will work closely to support the Head of People Culture & Place (PC&P) to deliver the PC&P strategy. You will provide efficient and effective management of Human Resources (HR) services and ensure Stewardship’s values and culture are woven into all areas of our people activities.
This role goes beyond traditional HR; it seeks to integrate exceptional people management and ensure that every employee is equipped to flourish in their calling. Responsible for the PC&P Administrator, you will provide excellent leadership and line management to deliver an outstanding experience for all employees.
We are blessed to work every day alongside passionate, dedicated and diligent colleagues who combine their faith, skills and experience in their work. We are eager to appoint our People & Culture Advisor to help deliver our vision to create a thriving, motivated, and skilled team, equipped and committed to serving Christians to steward their resources to further God’s kingdom.
As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:
· Active membership of local church congregation.
An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- Finance Manager
- £60,000
- London/hybrid
Well-established and mission-driven charity that works to improve outcomes for children are seeking a dedicated Finance Manager to support the continued growth and financial sustainability of the group.
This senior finance role is central to the organisation's success, providing leadership on statutory accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation. The role also includes supervising a small team within the finance function and supporting operational teams with accurate and timely financial insights.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare monthly management accounts with performance analysis
- Ensure income is accurately recorded and reconciled, including with fundraising systems
- Manage bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and investment reconciliations
- Oversee sales and purchase ledger activities
- Lead cash flow forecasting and monitoring
- Prepare VAT returns and ensure tax compliance within a charitable framework.
- Coordinate the annual statutory audit and produce statutory accounts
- Develop and maintain financial systems and processes, leading on any upgrades
- Collaborate with operational leads to prepare budgets and forecasts
- Present reports to finance and audit committees and boards
- Support grant reporting and financial input for funding bids
In order to be successful we are looking for you to demonstrate;
- Formal qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
- Strong technical experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and audit preparation gained within the charity or not-for-profit sector
- Knowledge of SORP, VAT, and charity financial regulations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (experience with GP Dynamics is a plus)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain financial matters to non-finance staff
- Ability to manage, mentor and support a team
The Pilgrim Trust
Finance Manager
Salary: £60,000 per annum pro rata (£36,000 actual salary)
Permanent, part-time – 3 days (21 hours) a week
Hybrid working, typically two days in office
Office based in Somerset House, London WC2R 1LA
Closest stations: Temple, Embankment, Charing Cross
The Pilgrim Trust is an independent charitable trust founded in 1930 with a mission to preserve the UK’s heritage and improve the life chances of those facing the greatest challenges. We are a small, committed team working collaboratively to ensure our funding makes a lasting impact. Each year, we award around £3 million in grants to projects across the UK.
We are now seeking an experienced and values-driven Finance Manager to oversee our financial operations, support our investment strategy, and contribute to the continued success and integrity of the Trust.
You’ll be a strategic thinker with excellent attention to detail and a genuine interest in the charitable sector. A confident communicator and collaborative team player, you’ll work closely with the Director, Trustees, investment advisers, and grant partners to ensure our finances are expertly managed.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Lead our finances: Manage day-to-day financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting using cloud-based systems (we currently use SAGE).
- Be our financial steward: Ensure compliance with charity accounting standards and act as the main point of contact for auditors, HMRC, banks and other relevant authorities.
- Plan with clarity: Prepare management accounts, cash flow forecasts and annual financial statements, and support financial planning with timely insights and analysis.
- Support our grant making: Oversee grant payments, maintain accurate records and assess applicant financials when required.
- Steer our investments: Work closely with the Director, Finance Committee, and investment advisers to monitor our portfolio, implement strategy and track performance.
- Enable change: Review and develop our financial systems to ensure they are robust, efficient and fit for purpose.
What you'll bring:
- Professional qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT Level 4 – or equivalent experience.
- Charity finance expertise: Strong understanding of charity accounting (SORP) and the regulatory environment.
- Tech confidence: Familiarity with cloud-based financial systems, Excel, and ideally grant management software (e.g., Flexigrant).
- Analytical insight: Skilled at turning numbers into stories and recommendations.
- Process mindset: Experience improving financial systems and processes.
- Collaborative spirit: A team player who shares our values and takes pride in supporting colleagues and grantees.
How to Apply:
The Pilgrim’s Trust are proud to partner with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn for this recruitment. To apply please reach out to Iain to book in a meeting to discuss the role further.
Timeline:
Closing deadline: 6th June
1st stage Interviews: w/c 16th June
Interim Head of Finance - Bristol
- 6 months
- £55,000 - £65,000 plus excellent benefits
- Hybrid working in Bristol
About the client
Morgan Law are seeking an interim Head of Finance for a Charity in the Bristol area.
Accountabilities
- Management of the FA and Payments team and support with everyday tasks.
- Support with the completion of the annual report and accounts.
- Work closely with the FA and Interim FA to ensure data is captured correctly so that the charity's partial VAT is correctly calculated.
- Work closely with the Finance System Implementation Support role to maintain the system integrity
- Support payments team in understanding how to set up invoice templates appropriately
- Support FP&R team in wider comms to charity about changes to VAT capture and reporting
Candidate Requirements
- Fully qualified CCAB/CIMA accountant
- Qualified Accountant with several years PQE and charity experience
- Very strong charity VAT knowledge and understanding
- Assertive and strong communication skills with excellent listening skills together with persuasive analytical skills
Campaign Timeline
This is an urgent post and is open until filled.
Equality & Diversity Statement
Morgan Law shall not discriminate unlawfully when deciding which candidate/temporary worker is submitted for a vacancy or assignment, or in any terms of employment or terms of engagement for temporary workers. Morgan Law will ensure that each candidate is assessed only in accordance with the candidate's merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required by the particular vacancy.
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About the Role
Iswe is a social impact foundation exploring how to put people at the heart of political and social decision-making to address some of society’s greatest challenges.
Behind powerful democratic innovations is a need for robust financial systems. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, manage reporting, and help us build strong systems as we grow.
You’ll work closely with senior leadership, external accountants, and funders to ensure that financial planning supports programme delivery and strategic goals. This is a key role for someone excited by the opportunity to help shape an ambitious and values-led organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning and Management
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Lead day-to-day financial operations and controls
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Develop and manage financial reporting systems
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Produce monthly management accounts and forecasts
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Support budgeting and reforecasting processes
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Prepare the annual financial report with external accountants
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Ensure compliance with audit and reporting standards
Grants and Income
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Provide accurate forecasts and financial information for fundraising bids
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Track income from funders and issue/manage invoices
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Ensure clear reporting on restricted and unrestricted funds
Payments and Payroll
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Process payments to contractors, suppliers, and partners
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Oversee payroll payments
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Reconcile accounts and maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks
Internal Systems and Support
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Refine internal workflows to improve clarity and timeliness of financial information
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Maintain up-to-date financial documentation, receipts, and records
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Support supplier management, compliance tracking, and finance-related admin
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Communicate financial insights to support internal planning and delivery
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Act as point of contact for accountants, funders, and financial stakeholders
Essential Skills and Experience
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Minimum 5 years' experience managing finances in a charity or non-profit
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Strong understanding of financial systems, reporting, and controls
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Experience managing day-to-day accounting and overseeing restricted/unrestricted funding
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Familiarity with grants management and funder reporting
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Strong communication skills with the ability to advise senior leadership
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Ability to build and manage funder relationships
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High attention to detail and accuracy
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Proactive and self-motivated; able to work independently
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Strong IT skills and experience with financial software
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Alignment with Iswe’s mission, values, and commitment to transparency and equity
Desirable
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Professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
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Experience using QuickBooks
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Experience working in a start-up or scaling organisation
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Knowledge of deliberative democracy, such as citizens’ assemblies
Salary, Benefits & Working Conditions
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Salary: £40–45k per annum, depending on experience
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Hours: Full-time, but open to part-time (minimum 4 days/week)
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Location: Remote, with flexibility around UK-adjacent working hours
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Leave: 35 days holiday plus UK bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time); 14 days medical leave
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Pension: Statutory employer contributions (currently 3%)
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Other: 6-month probation period. The right candidate will have the opportunity to shape this role and grow into a leadership position as Iswe develops
About Iswe
We believe that many of the crises we face today - health, climate, the cost of living etc - are symptoms of failing governance structures, and that putting people in the driving seat of decision-making will transform our futures for the better. Our work focuses on Citizens’ Assemblies.
Our team has decades of experience in democratic innovation. Projects include Global Assembly for COP26 and The Future Armenian. Iswe is a fast-growing foundation, dedicated to empowering citizens to play a leading role in the decision-making that affects their lives.
Our work is founded on strong values, including openness, transparency and humility. We believe that when ‘I’ (an individual) becomes ‘we’ (part of the collective), the results are transformational. We are actively working to build a healthy culture, rooted in care and characterised by being self-organising and self-reflective. We are committed to addressing the dynamics of oppression in ourselves and our work.
How to Apply
Please submit a CV and short cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience, via CharityJob.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the advert may be closed early if we find a suitable candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location – Remote working with occasional meetings at the Charity’s Offices (Huxham Barns, Exeter), and on our farm sites in Devon, Gloucestershire and Pembrokeshire
Salary - £55,000 per annum pro rata
Contract – Fixed term (6 months). Flexible part-time, up to 14 hours per week
Farms for City Children offers children and young people a week in the heart of the British countryside staying on one of our farms, where they are immersed in the natural world of food, farming, and country life. During their stay, they participate in the seasonal tasks of the day: sowing, growing and harvesting in our kitchen gardens, caring for livestock and looking after the land, and a variety of tasks designed to build greater connection with the natural world.
About the Role
The Head of Finance is the financial lead for the Charity with responsibility for driving and implementing good charity financial practice, producing robust financial reports and financial forecasts in line with the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP), as well as providing timely provision of financial information and advice to the Chief Executive and Board to inform strategic decision making.
We are looking for an Interim Head of Finance for an initial fixed period of 6 months, pending the appointment of a new CEO. The interim Head of Finance will support the induction of the new CEO and advise on strategy for the management of the Charity finances beyond the initial 6-month period. The successful candidate will be qualified and experienced in charity finance, demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills and will also have a need at times to be hands on in supporting the routine financial transactions of the organisation.
Alongside the leadership and advisory functions of the role, the Head of Finance is also responsible for the management of the wider Finance team, working closely as a finance business partner with colleagues on the SLT and Farm School Managers, specifically:
- oversee the finance related work at each of our farms through the Farm School Managers and Farm Office Managers; effectively communicating financial information to non-financial audiences at all levels of the charity;
- the continuous improvement of the financial provision, demonstrating best practice and leading on efficiencies in financial management.
For full details about the role, please see the Job Description and Job Information Pack.
What we Offer
In return you will receive a starting salary of £55,000 per annum pro rata and a range of benefits, which include:
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
- 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
How to Apply
To apply, please download and fill out our application form and apply via our website.
Deadline for applications is Thursday 29 May 2025. Interviews to be held on Wednesday 4 June 2025.
We are unable to accept just cover letters and CVs.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Hours: 35 hours per week; 12-month fixed term contract with possibility to extend. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
Location: Hybrid working with minimum 2 days per week in one of Open Ages’ centres: St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing (W10 6DZ), New Horizons (SW3 2PF), St Margaret’s (SW1V 2RT), Avenues (W10 4RS). Travel between Open Age sites and to other community venues will be required.
Line Management: CEO
Working with:Fundraising Manager – Trusts and Grants; Open Age Service Users; Open Age staff and volunteers; Supported by Nova Fundraising (members of Chartered Institute of Fundraising.)
This pivotal role will design and deliver new community and individual giving fundraising programmes to support Open Age’s exciting new five-year growth strategy. You are an ambitious self-starter with a breadth of community and individual giving expertise or a specialist in one with good understanding of the other. In this broad role you will partner with Open Age’s passionate members and the wider community to raise funds for our high-impact services, supporting older people to lead happier, healthier lives. You will see first-hand the visible, life-changing impact of the money you generate for many thousands of older people in London and across the UK.
The role is a 12-month fixed term contract, with the possibility to extend.
About Open Age:
Open Age was established in 1993 and we’re now celebrating more than 30 years of championing happier, healthier and more connected lives for older people. We have over 3000 members and each week we run over 250 high-quality classes from our four centres, 40 community venues and online. From boxing to ballet, baking to blogging - Open Age’s array of activities improves the physical and mental wellbeing of our members. We are a passionate, community-led organisation and we are proud that 93% of members would recommend Open Age to a friend.
‘I can’t wait for my lessons. They make me feel just fab. Having not done exercise before Open Age…I am so grateful to know them and to be able to do the classes. Thank you.’
What you get in return:
You will be working in a passionate and enthusiastic team with a strong vision and ambition in striving to enrich the lives of older people.
We offer 25 days leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays and 1 extra day off for your Birthday. Occasionally additional paid leave over the Christmas period is given.
Employer and employee contribution to pension in line with auto-enrolment pension requirement, 3% employer contribution.
Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme through salary sacrifice.
We are London Healthy Workplace Award accredited and proactively invest in the health and wellbeing of employees supporting fair employment practices and a better workplace.
Regular staff social events.
Training opportunities.
Equal Opportunities:
Open Age welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity.
To apply for this position, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining how you meet the person specification (no longer than two pages and without the use of AI.)
CVs without covering letters will not be considered.
Please email to ask about any reasonable adjustments you may need to be able to apply to this role.
The closing date for applications: 9am Friday 6th June 2025.
Interview dates: We'll conduct interviews as suitable candidates apply and we're ready to hire if we find the right person before the job ad closes.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about helping people grow while making a meaningful impact? MLC is proud to be representing a Charitable organisation to recruit an experienced Talent and Learning and Development Manager.
It is a full-time position, with hybrid working onsite near Kingston upon Thames (and occasional visits to a site in Guildford), and from home (2days). Paying up to £47,000 (depending on experience).
You'll be responsible for the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment to onboarding to L&D. Through team collaboration, you’ll focus on strategic workforce planning and creating a robust L&D programme.
Key deliverables:
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes
- Develop and deliver a forward-looking L&D strategy
- Drive workforce and succession planning
- Manage our Learning Management System (Litmos)
- Support EDI and wellbeing initiatives
- Partner across departments to promote career development and continuous improvement
Essential criteria:
- CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) in Learning and Development or HR
- Strong experience in talent management and training delivery
- Excellent project management and communication skills
- Proficiency with people systems and data analysis
- A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset
Please apply now as applicants are under constant review, and this role may be filled prior to the ad closing. For any additional questions, please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.
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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance and Office Manager with a charity who inspires people living with HIV to live healthy and confident lives, on a permanent, full-time basis. As Finance and Office Manager you will manage all aspects of operational finances and budget controls, together with maintaining office processes.
Please note, there is hybrid working in place with this organisation and you will be required to be in the office 3 days per week.
As Finance and Office Manager, you will:
- Ensure the effective controls of all operational financial activities, including the adequate reporting and recording of all transactions
- Complete all payroll and pension administration
- Lead on all aspects of team budget management and reporting, producing quarterly Management Accounts
- Work with the Senior Leadership Team and Board on financial planning and forecasting
- Manage and control key systems and processes linked to finance and facilities
The successful applicant will:
- Have significant demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector, in a similar role
- Be part or fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA etc) or qualified by experience
- Have demonstrable financial management experience
- Have extensive experience in preparation of financial records and information for audit
- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
SolarAid is recruiting for a Director of Finance & Organisational Effectiveness to lead our finance function and enhance operational excellence across our charity and social enterprise group. The position is full-time, based in the UK, with hybrid working arrangements. The salary offered is £60,000 to £68,000 depending on experience.
As a key strategic partner to the CEO and a core member of the Senior Management Team, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the direction and performance of SolarAid and our social enterprise SunnyMoney. This role oversees finance, planning, IT, facilities, HR liaison, policy, and governance – ensuring strong systems and structures support our mission to achieve 100% energy access for the hardest to reach communities across Sub-Saharan Africa,
We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or CIPFA) with senior-level charity finance experience, excellent analytical and leadership skills, and a strong track record in organisational operations and governance.
Applications without a cover letter will not be considered for the role.
Closing Date for Applications: May 21st, 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Manager with a locally-led charity dedicated to ensuring the rights of children in west Africa on a permanent, full-time basis. As Senior Finance Manager you will lead the charity’s financial operations and play an important part in strengthening their financial systems and processes. A key part of the role early on is to improve the quality of financial data collection and processing by the project teams.
Please note, this role requires some travel including attending the London office once per month. Additionally, candidates looking for 4 days per week may be considered.
As Senior Finance Manager, you will:
- Be responsible for running all of the charity’s financial operations
- Deliver timely, accurate, and insightful financial reports (including monthly and quarterly management accounts) for the CEO and Board
- Support the charity’s plans to scale by playing a lead role in financial planning for their new programme. This includes helping to design budgets and financial management systems
- Support fundraising colleagues in preparing budgets and financial reports for donors
- Work closely with colleagues in West Africa to ensure policies, systems, and processes effectively track and manage funds in compliance with internal agreements and donor restrictions (particularly around restricted/unrestricted funds)
The successful applicant will:
- Have significant demonstrable experience in finance within the charity sector (ideally a similar type of organisation) in a similar role
- Have a good understanding of charity financial reporting, audits, compliance, and managing multi-currency financial operations
- Be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA etc)
- Have experience leading financial process improvements, particularly data collection and management reporting
- Be proficient in financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero) and advanced Excel skills
- Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
If this sounds like you and you're keen to hear more, please do get in touch ASAP!
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
The Salvation Army – Supporter Acquisition Manager x 2
Location: Hybrid working, 2 days in office, London SE5.
Salary: £47,741 per annum.
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours.
The Salvation Army, the UK’s leading social welfare charity, is seeking two Supporter Acquisition Managers to project manage and lead on day-to-day delivery of supporter acquisition appeals.
The Salvation Army is one of the largest, most diverse providers of social and community services after the Government. With more than 600 local centres and nearly 100 residential centres, they make a powerful difference to people across the UK who might otherwise be excluded.
Along with the Assistant Head of Individual Giving, the Supporter Acquisition Managers are responsible for growing the organisation’s file of donors and hitting an annual Individual Giving team fundraising target of £50 million in unrestricted income. As a direct marketing subject matter expert, they will lead cold recruitment campaigns and support in identifying and delivering new products or acquisition streams. The roles will lead on planning and project managing delivery of a variety of media channels, both online and offline. Each manager will hold strategic areas of focus, be responsible for seven figure expenditure budgets and line manage a Supporter Acquisition Officer or Executive.
The successful candidates will have significant direct marketing expertise with a strong background in project managing multiple campaigns across a range of channels, ideally in a fundraising role, and with proven success at recruiting new donors. You will have a passion for fundraising with a commercial understanding of the charity marketplace and competitors. As well as previous experience in identifying areas of innovation and devising testing plans to launch and roll out, you will also have a track record in successfully leveraging value from data collated on supporter databases, to maximise targeting and data segmentation.
Excellent numeracy and strong analytical skills will be combined with excellent written communication abilities and a good attention to detail and ability to prioritise work. Finally, you will have the ability and willingness to work within, and be empathic with, the Christian ethos and values of The Salvation Army Mission.
Please download our Candidate Pack for further information [PDF], which includes details on how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 2nd June, 9.00am.
Our mission is based on our faith in Jesus Christ who wants everyone to experience life in all its fullness.





Do you believe children should feel safe, happy, healthy and have hope for their future? Because we do.
If you're an experienced fundraiser and want to join us in changing childhoods and changing lives, then read on.
We're recruiting for an Individual Giving Manager to join our team, and take the lead on our warm programme, bringing in around £1.2 million donated income per year. This role offers a mixture of campaign and project management, innovation and creative thinking. You'll be able to analyse results and apply insights to optimise and improve campaigns.
As a Individual Giving Manager you will
- Lead on the development and implementation of an effective programme to develop supporters using a range of channels, including but not limited to direct mail, telemarketing, DRTV and digital, and products including cash, raffle, regular giving, weekly lottery.
- Assist the Senior Individual Giving Manager to develop and implement an effective development strategy in order to maximise the lifetime value of supporters and the long-term sustainable net income raised for Barnardo's.
- Manage income and expenditure budgets.
- Line manage up to 3 direct reports.
You will have experience of :
- Working in a fundraising environment, specifically in direct marketing and across different channels.
- Delivering campaigns using a project management approach.
We offer remote or hybrid working (dependent on location) for this role, and are willing to discuss flexible working arrangements.
Pay & Reward Framework
We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.
For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.
Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours. More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application.
Benefits
Workplace Offer: What it means for you
The world of work has changed. We are understanding of what works best for our colleagues both current and future as we look to embrace this new way of working. Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or any combination of these.
- Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
- Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
- The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
- A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
- Service related sick pay from day 1
- Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
- Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
- Cycle2work scheme
- Interest free season ticket loans
- Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
- 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
- Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
- Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
- Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer
*T&C's apply based on contract
About Barnardo's
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and cultivating a culture where everyone can belong and thrive through inclusion and connectivity. We want our workforce to be reflective of the communities we work with, and for equality, diversity and inclusion to be embedded in everything we do. We are a Disability Confident Leader, are progressing our ambition to be an anti-racist organisation with Anti-Racism Commitments and actions in place and have networks for colleagues who are disabled, LGBT+, Black and Minoritised Ethnic and Women. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minoritised Ethnic and/or disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. For disabled applicants, we offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
M&E Compliance Manager
We are seeking a dedicated M&E Compliance Manager to lead on the delivery of statutory compliance and planned safety programmes across housing stock, working with a charity committed to providing safe, compliant, and well-maintained homes.
Position: M&E Compliance Manager
Salary: £55,695 per annum
Location: London / Hybrid
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: 29th May
Interview Date: 5th June – to be held at head office in Stoke Newington
About the Role
This pivotal role will manage, and coordinate inspections and remedial works related to gas, electrical safety, water hygiene, asbestos, fire safety, and lifts. You’ll lead a small team and work closely with delivery partners, ensuring that all compliance activities are effectively scheduled, completed, and auditable in line with legislation and sector best practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering planned compliance work programmes and overseeing contractor performance.
- Leading statutory inspections and managing compliance records via property databases.
- Providing assurance that IDS meets the standards set by the Regulatory Framework for Social Housing and other regulatory bodies.
- Managing and developing a small team of Compliance Officers.
- Promoting a strong culture of safety, transparency, and continuous improvement.
About You
You’ll bring a strong background in property compliance, a working knowledge of building safety legislation, and the leadership skills to drive performance and improvement.
You will have:
- Proven experience in managing statutory M&E compliance in a housing or property context
- A relevant technical or compliance qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, IWFM, HNC/HND in Building Services)
- Strong knowledge of H&S legislation, the Building Safety Act 2022, and CDM regulations
- Demonstrable success managing contractors and compliance systems
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong analytical and reporting capability using system-based compliance data
- A values-led approach and the ability to thrive under pressure
If you’re looking for a high-impact role in a values-led organisation that genuinely cares about its residents and team, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Organisation
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Marketing & Communications Manager
Location: Slimbridge. Hybrid working is possible with this role with a minimum of 3 days a week on site
Salary: £34,405.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week 5 days out of 7, including some weekends and bank holidays
Function: Marketing, communications and campaigns
About The Role
We are looking for a highly motivated and creative Marketing & Communications Manager who can work well in a team and deliver on our visitor marketing strategy.
This role has responsibility to implement the National Visitor Marketing (NVM) and communications strategy for WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, ensuring alignment with the WWT visitor proposition and brand.
This includes:
- Leading visitor recruitment marketing initiatives.
- Developing and delivering a communications plan to engage existing visitors, including individuals and groups, to enhance retention.
- Create and deliver an advertising strategy (broadcast, OOH, print and digital) and work with media partners and other key stakeholders to both deliver and track to ensure ROI and ROAS.
- Creating and delivering a PR and content strategy with tailored KPIs to support broader communication objectives.
- Creating and delivering a digital content strategy with tailored KPIs to support broader communication objectives.
- Create and deliver an email marketing strategy with tailored KPIs to support WWT Slimbridge communication objectives
- Working with the Marketing Executive, create and deliver a social media strategy to provide growth in WWT Slimbridge’s reach and engagement
The primary goal is to strengthen brand awareness and grow the visitor base within the centre’s regional catchment area. Working closely with the NVM Manager, this role is responsible for developing a targeted marketing and communications plan for the centre to achieve agreed visitor growth and retention targets.
About You
To join as our Marketing and Communications Manager you will be self-motivated with a higher education or professional qualification in Marketing e.g. Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma , or Digital Marketing Qualification.
You will have:
- substantial and demonstrable experience in marketing and PR for a consumer facing (B2C) organisation.
- experience of delivering multimedia marketing plans
- strong networking and influencing skills to foster good media relations and PR
- a passion for driving brand awareness through our visitor marketing strategy.
You will join a warm, vibrant and encouraging team and a charity that contributes to a more sustainable future and also helps people and nature thrive.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you’ll love working at WWT
- Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
- 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
- Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from Care first
Closing Date: 30/05/2025
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
No agencies please.
Restore Wetlands and Unlock their Power




