It Project Manager Jobs in Birmingham

We are recruiting for a part-time Finance Officer to carry out a range of duties to ensure the smooth reporting and processing of the financial procedures of the Institute.

The Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) is the leading professional institute representing archaeologists in the UK and overseas. We champion professionalism in archaeology, set and monitor professional standards for archaeological practice and promote good practice. We have just over 4000 individual members and 80 organisations and a team of 17 staff.

We are looking for a focussed and self-motivated individual, who has experience in financial support and undertaking financial tasks including payroll. You will good communication skills and be able to effectively prioritise your workload and to work under your own initiative. You will be familiar with a range of IT and finance systems.

This post provides an exciting and rewarding opportunity to join our team that delivers a high level of service for our members and stakeholders.

Post holders must be resident within the UK and be able to provide their Right to Work in the UK. 

Additional benefits

• 27 days annual leave, 3 additional company holiday days between Christmas and New Year plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Group life scheme

CIfA’s policy on equal opportunities

CIfA is committed to implementing a policy of equal opportunities in archaeology. In line with our equal opportunities policy, we want to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment or access to opportunities for training and development on any grounds not relevant to employment practice.

CIfA would like to actively encourage qualified individuals to apply for this position, regardless of background or personal disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments during our recruitment processes, including assistance with reading this page or associated documents, please contact us.

To apply, please send us a cover letter explaining your experience and how you meet the job description and person specification, along with a copy of your CV, using ‘Finance Officer’ in the subject line.

Closing date for applications is 5pm, Monday 7 April. Interviews are expected to take place in week of 21 April 2025.

We are looking for a Senior Employer Engagement & Partnerships Manager to support Youth Futures with achieving their ambition as part of their strategy to influence employer behaviour and practice to support more young people into employment.

This role is suited to someone who can demonstrate a strong ability to influence employer behaviour and practice change, working directly with employers or through stakeholders with experience of, or a passion for tackling youth unemployment.

We are looking for someone who is a natural communicator, relationship builder, good problem solver and excellent at managing people and performance to achieve goals and targets.

This role can be based at any of our hubs located in Birmingham, Leeds or London. We currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home.

For more information, please download the Recruitment Pack.

The Estate Officer will ensure the delivery of the regional maintenance programme, comprising routine, periodic, planned and urgent works, and the delivery of time limited maintenance consultancy and estate management projects. Working alongside the Conservation Projects Manager, the post holder will ensure regional estate compliance with CCT policies.

The post holder will be the main contact for all maintenance related matters and will maintain the property management records for the estate, develop volunteer projects and training on maintenance reporting and conservation cleaning and will assist with fundraising.

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit our recruitment portal to begin your application. You will be asked to submit a CV and a short supporting statement (max 2 sides A4) outlining why you’d like to apply and how you fulfil the person specification for this post, so you’ll need to refer to the job description.

If you have any questions, please contact us.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 9am on Tuesday 22nd April 2025.

The interviews will take place in Northampton, on Thursday 1st May 2025. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.

We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Candidates who declare that they have a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the job will be offered an interview.

If you have any queries about this role, or if you have a disability and wish to request a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.

We are an inclusive employer and offer equal opportunities to all regardless of an individual’s age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We are not a licensed sponsor at this time. Any offer of employment will be made subject to valid right to work in the UK being provided.

At Birmingham Hospice, our teams are committed to improving the quality of life for people living with life-limiting conditions and supporting their families and loved ones during one of the most challenging periods they’ll ever face.

Within the ICT team, we aim to ensure that our organisation and our colleagues can work capably and efficiently. Our perfect colleague should have a wealth of knowledge spanning various technologies and ability to use these skills to track, troubleshoot and deliver five-star solutions, while meeting SLAs.

You'll be on the move—traveling across the city to shops, hospices, and homes to deliver hands-on, face-to-face IT support and therefore, this role requires flexibility, including occasional flexibility in working hours required to support some of our colleagues and work locations.

From managing field service tickets end-to-end, to optimising network and server maintenance, you'll ensure seamless tech operations. You'll collaborate with fellow professionals to refine troubleshooting processes, document key activities, and keep our systems running smoothly, and provide accurate insights and solutions to drive continuous improvement, growth and efficiencies in our service.

If you’re keen on the varied nature of the role, and if developing over time through our development resources and peer learning aligns with your own personal growth mindset, we’d love you to apply.

The following qualities/experience are essential:

· Advanced in-depth Windows 11 & Office 365 knowledge

· An independent, self-starter who consistently demonstrates a strong and productive work ethic, the utmost professionalism, and excellent communication skills.

· Demonstrable face to face and remote customer relationship skills and experience.

· Strong customer and delivery focus, with a desire to meet and exceed customer expectations.

· A highly collaborative and supportive approach and committed to teamwork at the highest level, to help others succeed, striving for achievements at personal, team and organisation levels.

· Capable of learning and adopting new skills and knowledge, and ability to pick up on technical and business challenges quickly.

· Desire to learn IT Infrastructure Domain knowledge/ expand current knowledge and expertise.

· Full, valid UK Driving Licence

To view the full job description for this role and to apply for this vacancy please visit our vacancies portal on our website.i

Are you a proactive and analytical thinker with a passion for making a real impact? Join us as a Senior Business Analyst and play a vital role in transforming the lives of young people.

In this dynamic role, you’ll lead business analysis across multiple technology projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. You'll work closely with stakeholders to gather and analyse requirements, drive business case development, and identify process improvements that enhance efficiency. Collaborating with change and transformation teams, you’ll help shape and prioritise strategic roadmaps, turning business needs into impactful solutions.

You’ll also contribute to our Business Analysis Community of Practice and work with data teams to leverage insights that support decision-making. Your expertise will help evaluate risks, dependencies, and business impacts while ensuring quality assurance across major deliverables.

If you're ready to use your skills to drive real change, apply now and help shape a brighter future for young people!

Location: Any UK Trust office

Interviews: 10th and 11th April over MS Teams

For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.

Here at The King's Trust, our Employee Engagement (Corporate Volunteering) team creates and delivers a variety of exciting and rewarding volunteering opportunities for our corporate partners and their employees. Our team has provided thousands of opportunities in the last year to our partners and whilst doing so has supported many young people attending our programmes across the UK. Over the next few years, we want to scale up our volunteering offer and impact even more young lives.

Our team raises funds through partnerships connecting Corporate Volunteers to skills-based volunteering opportunities and we have ambitious plans to grow this in the coming years. This role is focused on managing and growing our volunteering partners and corporate volunteers- ensuring that at all times our volunteers have a meaningful experience with us and that the young people we support have fast access to relatable role models.

This is a great opportunity to join our ambitious team to strengthen your experience in volunteer management, project management, relationship building and working towards targets.

We’re looking for someone who has volunteer management experience, is engaging, driven, organised and great at building relationships with stakeholders from all levels. And of course, genuinely passionate about supporting Young People.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Employee Engagement Managers? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of ​​​​​​​Employee Engagement Managers! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 3443 

We are seeking a skilled relationship manager who can create an exceptional experience for our high-value partnerships and play an essential role in our dynamic corporate Partnerships team. Join us in driving outstanding results and making a meaningful impact as we work towards our RoSPA mission. Our efforts focus on preventing accidents, emphasising home safety, health and safety courses, road safety, and workplace health and safety.

Location: Hybrid with regional travel (must be able to commute to the Birmingham HQ twice a week)

For over 100 years, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has worked to create a safer society and prevent accidents which needlessly kill, injure and maim thousands of individuals each year.  We have grown in to a uniquely, well-rounded safety charity with an increasing global influence necessary to drive change in the modern world and strive towards our vision of an accident-free world.

As a part of RoSPA’s Partnerships team, you will play a vital role in helping to achieve this by driving growth with UK based and international organisations.

So, are you …?

• An experienced Partnerships Manager, or similar, looking to branch out
• A good communicator both written and verbal
• Committed to promoting high standards of service and advice
• Passionate about the life-enhancing and saving potential of health and safety

As a Partnerships Manager, you will:

• Lead the creation and delivery of compelling proposals to prospective partners.
• Develop persuasive pitch materials to effectively present partnership opportunities to potential clients.
• Close deals by identifying opportunities, addressing client needs, and offering creative solutions.
• Establish and maintain relationships with new partners to expand the business network.
• Build long-lasting relationships with existing partners, ensuring continued collaboration and growth.
• Identify and seize opportunities for mutually beneficial partnerships, exploring creative solutions that align with both parties’ objectives.
• Represent the company at external events, conferences, and meetings to build brand awareness and attract new partnerships.

Do you have …?

• An ability to build productive relationships with existing and potential clients
• A recognised relevant sales qualification
• A background in managing partnerships or strategic relationships

If so, we can offer you:

• Stable and long-term employment, with a leading name in the safety sector, enjoying an unrivalled reach and reputation
• The opportunity to join a committed team, and to contribute to a life-changing charitable mission
• Opportunities for training and professional development to help build your career in communications
• Salary sacrifice benefits: (including pension scheme, holiday purchase, Bikes2Work, car leasing scheme and Workplace Nursery scheme)
• Wellbeing: GP line, Health Cash Plan (including Employee Assistance Programme and gym/spa discounts), hybrid working, 25 days’ leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service), office shutdown over Christmas break, long service awards
• Free parking in central Birmingham location and interactive staff days. 

The RoSPA values:

• Respectful
• Open and Independent
• Staff Empowerment
• Prevention in Proportion
• Able and Ambitious

We believe in these qualities and hope that you will identify with them.

Closing date: 25th March 2025

If you are interested in applying for this role, please visit our company website RoSPA and submit a copy of your CV and a letter summarising your suitability and available start date.   

Applicants should be aware that RoSPA may undertake searches on relevant social media websites as part of the selection process.

RoSPA is committed to ensuring equality, diversity and inclusion towards all applicants, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

About Kinship

We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to. 

Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.

About the role

We’re seeking an exceptional and experienced project manager to deliver a pivotal role within our ground-breaking national Kinship Training and Support Service, funded by the Department for Education.

This is our largest contract, and this role is key to enabling our organisational activity. The service offers over 300 online and in-person training events and workshops per year, tailored to meet the specific needs of kinship carers. We need to ensure at least 4,600 kinship carers attend.

You’ll be accountable for successful project delivery, working with executive project sponsors (Chief Operating Officer and Services and Digital Director) and workstream leads (Associate Directors and Heads of departments) to deliver KPI’s to deadlines, escalating and managing risks early.

The type of person we're looking for

You’ll have extensive experience in successful delivery of complex projects that include multiple workstreams and a range of internal and external stakeholders, with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Through your experience of planning, monitoring and controlling project delivery, you’ll quickly set up the necessary systems and processes for success.

You’ll bring strong leadership and communication skills to designing and implementing integrated plans, agreeing deliverables and ensuring accountability. You will need to own this programme of work, and you will need to move at pace.  You’ll interpret needs effectively, ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities and build project management capability. You’ll have a solutions-focused approach and naturally motivate and inspire others to get things done.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work closely with project sponsors, steering group and core team to be accountable for delivery of the programme project KPIs.
• Use a flexible and collaborative approach to set up, deliver and mobilise projects ensuring delivery of vision, aims and objectives.
• Ensure full project documentation, robust project initiation and effective project management and processes ensuring key activity is on track.
• Quickly build detailed project and workstream plans on our project management tool (Asana), ensuring clear roles and responsibilities and supporting colleagues to use the tool effectively.
• Manage multi-department core team including consultants and agencies ensuring they are motivated and working well.
• Set up and implement processes and procedures for successful delivery.
• Support and work with all the workstream leads and deliver integrated plans across the service, focusing teams on what is most important for delivery to meet targets.
• Effectively manage internal and external project communications.
• Establish project documentation across initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closure

Essential knowledge, abilities, skills and experience include:

Project Management qualification or commensurate experience.

• Extensive project management experience in planning, documenting and managing complex project set-up and execution and monitoring performance through the project lifecycle.
• Significant working experience of successful project delivery through effective management of risks, costs, time and milestones.
• Ability to influence others, communicate effectively and build collaborative and productive relationships, internally and externally.
• Proven ability to interpret and transmit the needs of the technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to solve issues quickly, efficiently and creatively.
• Self-starter who can take the initiative and shape project
• Impressive time management and organisational skills.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.

Kinship are an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from appropriately qualified people from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity. 

What we’ll offer you 

Kinship offers 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) as well as a generous pension scheme. This fixed-term role is open to flexible working (school hours would be considered). We have an excellent wellbeing offer including the Employee Assistance Programme and clinical supervision. We will invest in your professional development with training and career development opportunities.

Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion.  We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams.  We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work. We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us. 

This is a fantastic time to join a supportive and well-established team within an organisation with rapid growth ambitions. This role will be what you make it and we’re looking for someone to seize this opportunity!

How to apply

Please apply via Charity Job with your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages. Please include your notice period and earliest availability to start in your cover letter.

• Application opens: Friday 14 March  
• Application deadline: Monday 31 March, 10 AM. 
• First interview: Online - starting from Thursday 24 March 
• Second interview: In person - starting from Monday 31 March

Some tips for your application: 

• Make sure you’ve read the job description and the essential requirements – make sure your answer reflects those points in the requirements very clearly.

• Really tell us why you want to work for Kinship. We’re interested in working with people who share our values. You can read about our values above. 

• Keep your response clear – use bullet points and short paragraphs if that helps. It will help the recruitment team to focus on your answer.

• Don’t go over 2 pages on your covering letter.

• Please do not use AI tools like ChatGPT to produce your answers. We use software to check and your application will be rejected if you do.

We will shortlist for this role on a rolling basis, so encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

Kinship reserves the right to close a recruitment campaign earlier than the advertised where we have received sufficient applications.  

We are looking for an experienced home-based trust fundraiser to bring in 6 figure donations from charitable trusts and foundations building on our existing successes in this field, and who will play a vital part in the continued growth of Bipolar UK. 

We're recruiting for a qualified, proactive Finance Manager to join Primary Care International, bringing enthusiasm and problem-solving skills to our dynamic team. If you thrive on taking initiative and ensuring financial sustainability in a purpose-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you!

Working flexibly from home and reporting to the Strategy and Clinical Director, you will play a core role in our small team. The role suits a proactive self-starter who is fully conversant with Xero and is confident and happy working independently on their own initiative. It is a rewarding role in a busy operating environment which calls for a quick thinking and adaptable individual with excellent attention to detail.

Bookkeeping, invoicing, expenses and treasury (approx. 35% of role)

• Manage the working relationship with an outsourced bookkeeping team and manage the transition to bringing the bookkeeping function in house with immediate effect, using appropriate Xero linked apps such as Dext. Once transitioned, undertake posting of all income and expenditure to Xero including recording all VAT-related costs, application of appropriate exchange rates and verifying coding and project allocations with the projects team
• Reconcile bank transactions with the accounting records from Xero.
• Raise customer invoices on Xero as requested and authorised by Programmes Team. Ensure appropriate VAT treatment applied to sales invoices.
• Oversee use of the Xero app for scanning and uploading all expense receipts.
• Ensure all relevant invoices & expenses receipts are filed appropriately.
• Process any payments or expenses through the bank account ensuring adherence to agreed levels of delegated authority.
• Make international payments via business banking or other platforms as needed.
• Check and complete VAT returns to HMRC in accordance with statutory requirements. Ensure returns are appropriately approved and submitted on time, with associated payment made to HMRC.

 Payroll (approx. 5% of role)

• Manage working relationship with outsourced payroll services team and manage the transition to bringing the payroll function in house through Xero, with immediate effect.
• Compute monthly payroll calculations for all staff including allocations for zero hours staff.
• Ensure all statutory payments are made on time i.r.o PAYE, NI, NEST pensions, childcare vouchers etc. Process salary payments through bank account.
• Post individual salary allocations to projects through Xero, based on authorised timesheets.

Cash flow and production of monthly management accounts (approx. 20% of role)

• Liaise with the project team in updating a monthly rolling cashflow for review by the Strategy and Clinical Director and Board as required.
• Produce monthly management accounts reconciling back to the balance sheet.
• Collaborate with the project team in monthly review of project expenditure against budgets.
• Prepare and present quarterly financial reports and analysis for the Board of Trustees.
• Lead on project audits as required and provide support to programmes team for financial reporting to clients and funders.

Budgeting, reforecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis and reporting (approx. 20% of role)

• Coordinate new financial year budget cycle. Consolidate team inputs and summarise for senior management and board review.
• Coordinate the quarterly budget re-forecasting exercise with input from wider team. Prepare files, perform cost allocations, and consolidate input from team. Summarise for senior management and Board review.
• Undertake financial analysis as required e.g. variations and allocation of core costs.

 Statutory accounts (approx. 15% of role)

• Manage working relationship with external accountants and coordinate requirements for them to produce the organisation’s annual accounts, working with them to resolve any findings and recommendations. This includes providing all required input, liaising with them around timelines and process, checking draft accounts prepared by audit team, ensuring adjustments and corrections are made, and presenting final accounts to board for final sign off at annual AGM.

 Liaison with banks and other operational service providers (approx. 5% of the role)

• Manage annual or longer term subscriptions and contracts ensuring appropriate cover and value for money for PCI e.g. insurances, domain name, web hosting, professional associations.
• Manage day to day contact with PCI’s banks including resolving problems with delayed, missing or stopped payments or receipts, requests for further information, making changes to banking arrangements etc.
• Conduct bi-monthly audit of debit card use to check the nature and scale of expenditure and verify the approvals given. 
• Monitor financial risks identified in the organisational Risk Register including reporting to management/the Board on mitigation measures taken.
• Compile annual CIC report and make appropriate tax payments to Companies House.

 Person Specification

Essential

1. Demonstrated finance qualification, ideally ACA/CIMA or ACCA. Undergraduate degree in Accounting with at least 5 years relevant experience will also be considered.
2. At least 3 years’ experience in all aspects of financial management, accounting and tax.
3. Highly skilled user of Xero Accounting software.
4. Previous experience working with a not-for-profit organisation or social enterprise.
5. Previous experience in managing finance across multiple projects and currencies is highly desirable.
6. Natural aptitude for financial control & ability to identify areas of process risk.
7. Strong Excel skills and proficient with PowerPoint.
8. Good communicator with ability to write clear instructions & summarise key messages for non-finance colleagues.
9. Ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities, remaining calm under pressure.
10. Proactive and takes own initiative; comfortable making decisions & taking responsibility.
11. Access to appropriate connectivity & workspace which is conducive to productive home working.
12. Efficient, organised, accurate & thorough record-keeper, with excellent attention to detail.

Preferred

1. Previous experience and confidence in preparing reports and reporting to senior management / Board of Trustees.
2. Experience in using Xero add-ons (expenses, payroll and projects) plus Xero linked apps such as DEXT, Modulr is highly desirable.
3. Commercial acumen.
4. Familiarity with SharePoint and Teams. Good aptitude for IT and able to resolve basic issues yourself.
5. Experience working as part of a virtual/remote team.
6. Ability to work flexibly to meet deadlines, especially during peak finance cycles.

Please note that this is a UK based role, and applicants must not only have the right to live and work in the UK, but also be currently resident here. We cannot accept applications from anyone who does not meet this requirement.

Equality Statement

Equality and diversity are at the core of PCI values. Staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected. We actively encourage applicants from under-represented groups.

About us:

The UK Cyber Security Council works to bring together stakeholders to build and drive engagement in the cyber security profession, through developing standards and ethical practice, demystifying career routes into the profession and promoting the profession.

In collaboration with multiple UK Government departments and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) we develop, promote and oversee nationally recognised standards for cyber security, in support of the UK Government’s National Cyber Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.

The UK Cyber Security Council also offers organisational membership, which is open to all organisations that share an interest in promoting, supporting, and developing the cyber security profession.

About the role:

The Quality and Performance Manager will be responsible for cultivating a culture of excellence, emphasising high performance, quality, and compliance to exceed targets across the external licensed bodies. In this role, you will utilise your skills in stakeholder management, influence and coaching to enhance performance within the licensing area.

Your primary focus will involve collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure the seamless and efficient delivery of the professional registration process, tailored to meet the specific requirements of our users and participants. You will drive continuous improvement and promote best practices. A pivotal aspect of this position involves identifying performance challenges and effectively motivating and managing organisations and their teams to find solutions and elevate performance levels.

The ideal candidate will excel in building relationships and communication, maintaining productive cross-contractual and interdepartmental relationships with key stakeholders across different organisational levels to optimise performance.

Collaborating closely with external partners and the internal professionalisation and wider Council team, you will enhance and streamline performance by identifying, developing, and assisting in the implementation of innovative and impactful solutions. This role is centred around achieving results, requiring exceptional management and decision-making skills that can be applied to the intricate operations of complex licensed contracts.

To support these responsibilities, the role holder should possess knowledge and experience in reporting, analytics, data management, budgeting and enabling comprehensive and robust performance optimisation. Through ongoing performance analysis, you will provide guidance to licensed bodies to address and mitigate performance, quality, and compliance concerns while identifying key areas for improvement, ultimately establishing a proactive approach to managing performance related risks.

The role holder will need to work closely with the Head of Professionalisation to ensure updates, best practice and areas for improvement are communicated effectively and in an impactful way both internally and externally. It is expected that you will attend a range of external and internal events and initiatives to help raise the profile of and work of the Council, support pipeline growth and grow demand. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Quality

· Develop, implement, and manage quality practices that meet the requirements of the license, as well as requirements set by Government (NCSC and DSIT) to ensure that processes and procedures are compliant. 

· Manage and improve the quality framework that delivers an excellent standard of assessment, ensuring that the outcomes are exceeded and improving applicants’ experience. 

· Take a lead role in developing the Councils approach to understanding and measuring quality and outcomes through the whole professional registration process being administered by licensed bodies. Highlight areas of improvement, identify solutions and put plans in place,

· Develop a community where good practice can be shared. 

· Be responsible for ensuring all relevant individuals are added to the professional register in a timely manner and communicated to appropriately by all parties

· To manage the day-to-day relationship with external partners and stakeholders, deal with any queries in a timely manner. 

· Research, build and embed a feedback system to contribute to continuous improvement

· Work with the Director of Finance and Operations to ensure that payment structures are in place and undertake monthly reconciliation

· Ensure a robust moderation processes and plans are in place, work with the Technical Advisory Panel members and chairs to ensure members are aware of moderation support needs, complete them within agreed timescales and provide timely feedback to licensed bodies.

Performance

· Responsible for the performance management of contracts, ensuring internal and external reporting requirements are adhered to, KPI’s are set, managed and continuously reviewed and reported to LT.

· Oversee all renewal and extensions for client contracts, which will include financial and system performance based KPI’s, including the need to be accountable for the accuracy of financial tracking, cost control, overhead management, and invoicing. 

· Managing audit requirements in relation to the contracts, including preparing documentation, coordination, addressing findings and maintaining records.

· Working with various internal and external partners to identify and define solutions for complex issues, working with the appropriate stakeholders to design and implement positive outcomes.

· Work with the marketing and comms lead to ensure that Marketing and comms plans meet the requirements of the license, and that the Council strategy is aligned to support. 

· Work with the events and membership co-ordinator to highlight opportunities for collaboration with stakeholders and partners that will support Council strategic objectives. 

General Responsibilities

· Lead on workstream as guided by Head of Professionalisation and in collaboration with Professionalisation team members

· Manage key risks and follow escalation process when necessary

· Ensure there is cohesive and aligned work with colleagues within the organisation

· Maintain open and effective communication with internal and external colleagues

· Prepare status reports as required for the Head of Professionalisation

· Comply with data protection legislation and act responsibly on matters of data disclosure both internally and to third parties

· Represent the Council in stakeholder meetings and external events

· Represent the Council in a professional manner and to act at all times in a manner which will not damage its reputation.

· Work from a positive, growth mindset to solve issues and problems that may arise and to adhere to the organisation values

· Carry out such tasks as the COO/Head of Professionalisation may from time to time deem necessary for the effective and efficient functioning of the Council

Person Specification:

Essential:

Experience

• Experience with self-assessment process and Quality Improvement plans
• Experience of creating cultures that embody positive change, continuous improvement and equality
• Experience of managing a supply chain including setting and achieving KPIs and contract conformance
• Management experience and understanding of contractual and performance management with the ability to deliver results
• Experience of successfully delivering an outcome-based contract
• Experience of driving performance, identifying areas of concern and implementing projects for performance improvement

Skills, knowledge and qualifications

• Clear understanding of the purpose of professional registration and associated processes
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to negotiate and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to analyse a range of data from a range of sources to develop insights and support decisions
• Ability to respond quickly in a fast-moving environment, and make key decisions aligned to business goal

Personal Attributes & Approach

• Commitment to a registrant-centred approach
• Confident, positive and hard-working team player – happy to go above and beyond
• Ability to work flexibly within changing priorities and a capacity to be adaptable as required to deliver completed tasks to set deadlines
• Excellent IT and digital skills including Microsoft 365
• Ability to work on own initiative, as well as in consultation and negotiation with senior managers and other stakeholders as required
• Commitment, determination and resiliency

Desirable:

· Relevant QCF Assessor Qualification – e.g. D32/D33/A1/CAVA/TAQA Assessor

· Relevant Internal Verifier/Internal Quality Assurer qualification – e.g. D34/V1

· Previous audit experience

· Demonstrated success in producing efficiencies/increased outcomes against target

· Significant operational management experience

Next Steps

Deadline for application: Friday 28th March 5pm

Interviews: w/c 7th April or w/c 21st April

Start date: As soon as possible

Location: Any UK Trust office (hybrid working)

Interviews: 31/03 or 01/04 over MS Teams

For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.

Are you passionate about driving positive change for young people? At The King’s Trust, we are looking for an Impact Manager to help us measure, enhance, and communicate the difference we make. You’ll be at the heart of defining and evaluating our impact, working with teams across the organisation to ensure our programmes deliver real, measurable outcomes.

If you thrive on data-driven insights, love solving complex challenges, and want to be part of a team shaping the future for young people, this is the role for you! Bring your expertise in evaluation, research, and stakeholder engagement to help us learn, improve, and influence change. Join us and be part of something truly impactful!

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Impact Managers? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Impact Managers! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 3416 

People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services. 

About the Role

We’re looking for someone to lead our integrated programme to deliver our ambitions for physical activity. You’ll maximise our ability to build our community of support and engage with and meet the needs of diverse communities and new audiences and partners.

What you’ll do:  

• Contribute to the strategic direction of physical activity and support the strategic aims of Get Active, Stay Active to inspire, motivate and engage the Parkinson’s community
• Build effective relationships with the delivery partners, including National Governing Bodies and other charities, to support people with Parkinson’s to become and stay active
• Manage the development of our work with healthcare professionals, especially to support more information about physical activity at point of diagnosis
• Manage the programme of work to provide more training and support for activity providers
• Manage the programme of work to provide a suite of resources for the collective community

What you’ll bring:

• Demonstrable experience of leading and managing the successful delivery of complex strategies
• Demonstrable experience of effective monitoring, refining and reporting for a multiple project strategy 
• Line management experience of a remote team 
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with, influence and enthuse a wide range of stakeholders and the Parkinson’s community 
• Proven experience of developing sustainable partnerships that deliver measurable impact 
• Experience of working effectively with healthcare professionals and activity providers 

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

Interviews are scheduled to take place from the 14th April virtually.

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Join us at an exciting time in our journey to improve lives through the sport of boccia and help to lead development of the most inclusive sport in England.

To help us achieve our ambitions, we are looking to recruit a Business Support Manager, to join our small staff team and report to our Head of Operations.

As Business Support Manager, you will play a central part supporting the organisation and ensuring we offer great service and care to the boccia community.

We are looking for people who can make a positive contribution to our charity and use their experience and skills to support our work.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a real difference and bring new ideas for our processes and services.#

Key responsibilities for the role are

• To manage the business support services within Boccia England, using a customer focused approach to achieve its mission and vision.

• To ensure the operational effectiveness of all general administrative services, Boccia England Membership and digital services including Marketing and Communications.

About Boccia England

We are the national governing body (NGB) for boccia in England and a registered charity.

We have the responsibility to govern the sport of boccia, grow participation and benefit people’s lives, with these three things at the heart of our work.

Our work has a profound impact on improving the physical and emotional well-being of children and adults with disabilities. To see some examples of this in action please watch our videos by clicking these links Volunteering with Boccia England and Boccia Club.

We want to establish strong foundations by developing opportunities, growing our workforce, and running an effective organisation that can help improve the lives of more people, whatever their needs or backgrounds.

Further information about Boccia England can be found on our website.