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Senior External Affairs Adviser 
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract (12 months) 
Full time: 34.5 hours, we are open to a conversation about how you work these hours  
Location: Home based
Salary range: £43,000 - £48,000

About us 

At Macmillan you'll find talented people working together to do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer. We're going all out to find even better ways to help even more people who need our support. Our values are at the heart of who we are and everything we do, inspiring our thinking and guiding our actions. 

Our new organisational strategy sets out how we’ll fight even harder to make every pound raised count for even more. With your help, we’ll transform cancer care for good. 

About the role

Join Macmillan Cancer Support as a Senior External Affairs Adviser, where you will play a vital role in shaping and delivering impactful change propositions and external affairs strategies across the UK. Your work will focus on delivering at-scale change for people with cancer, particularly the most marginalised groups. 

Key responsibilities:

• Provide senior-level advice to develop external affairs strategies aligned with Macmillan’s mission. 
• Lead cross-functional external affairs projects that are evidence-based and impactful. 
• Develop and manage relationships with political stakeholders, policymakers, civil servants and healthcare providers. 
• Provide high-quality insight and briefings to senior colleagues on the political landscape, and what the external opportunities and risks are. 
• Anticipate shifts within the external environment and adapt approaches to maintain our relevance and influence. 
• Collaborate with teams to ensure policy positions are strategic and evidence-based. 
• Represent Macmillan at external events, advocating for improvements in cancer care. 
• Coordinate campaigns to influence public policy and funding decisions. 

About you 

The successful candidate will have... 

• Proven ability to manage complex and sensitive external contexts, making sound judgements on tone and messaging. 
• Strong understanding of operating within a four-nations context and engaging with diverse stakeholders, including senior politicians and civil servants.
• Expertise in analysing complex policy issues and developing impactful, evidence-based policy positions. 
• Strong organisational skills and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and emerging issues. 
• Excellent communication skills which are adaptable for external and internal audiences. 
• Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams or on multi-disciplinary projects. 

Recruitment process 

Application deadline: 23:59 on Tuesday 16th December 2025 

Interview date: Virtual interviews will be held on 8th January 2026 

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. 

So we can support you to be your best during the application or interview process, please contact Macmillan's TA Team for advice and reasonable adjustments.  

We welcome applications from everyone who meet the criteria and strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Macmillan. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy along with our internal employee representation body, ‘Our Voice’ and 8 Employee Network groups help us promote fairness and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. 

As Finance & Operations Manager at the Foyer Federation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and building our finance and administrative functions at an operational and strategic level. You will support all aspects of the charity's work and development through the provision of strong financial assistance - ensuring accurate financial reporting, sales invoicing, bookkeeping, grant management and payroll management. You will also take day to day responsibility for HR and organisational administration.

This role will involve close collaboration with our team to ensure the day to day finance and operational requirements are met as well as working closely with the SLT and board to build greater financial resilience and strategic financial awareness within the charity.

You will have oversight of central operations, reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Head of Development and Partnerships and Treasurer. 

Please find the detailed job pack via the link below. The job pack includes a link to the online application form. CVs will not be accepted.

The deadline for applications is 10am 15th December 2025

A bit about the role

We’re looking for a Managing Director to lead the next chapter of the Thin Blue Paw Foundation, shaping the strategic direction and operational excellence of a fast-growing national charity dedicated to protecting, celebrating and rehabilitating serving and retired police dogs across the United Kingdom.

As the organisation’s sole employee, you will be at the heart of everything we do, driving strategy, operations, marketing & communications, and fundraising with autonomy, ownership, and purpose. You will take responsibility for the charity’s day-to-day running, long-term planning, and the delivery of initiatives that improve the welfare and care of serving and retired police dogs, including through our newly established National Association of Police Dog Handlers.

You will build and maintain strong relationships with supporters, trustees, partners, and the policing community, and you will ensure that our operational processes, beneficiary support, campaigns, and income generation all run smoothly and effectively.

The role requires flexibility, including attending events, ceremonies, and engagements across evenings and weekends each month. You’ll work closely with our Board of Trustees and volunteers, collaborating to ensure the Foundation continues to grow sustainably while staying true to its mission.

A bit more detail

In this role, you can expect to…

Lead and deliver organisational strategy

• Develop and execute the Foundation’s long-term strategic plan with the Board of Trustees.
• Ensure strong governance, compliance, risk management, and effectiveness across all areas.
• Report regularly to the Board with performance updates, insights, and recommendations.

Oversee day-to-day operations

• Manage all core operations, ensuring processes are efficient and aligned to organisational needs.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring responsible management of charitable funds and long-term financial sustainability.
• Maintain high-quality case management and beneficiary support for serving and retired police dogs.
• Uphold and refine policies on safeguarding, data protection (GDPR), welfare, and service delivery
• Coordinate volunteers and support the Trustee Board with administrative and operational needs.

Drive marketing, communications & supporter engagement

• Develop and implement the charity’s marketing and communications strategy across digital channels, campaigns, newsletters, and public outreach.
• Plan and deliver compelling content that raises awareness and strengthens engagement with supporters and partners.
• Maintain brand consistency and ensure all messaging aligns with the mission and values of the Foundation.
• Campaign development, storytelling, and digital engagement, including optimising the website and CRO to drive digital donor engagement, acquisition, and retention.

Lead fundraising & income generation

• Develop multi-channel fundraising strategies across individual giving, campaigns, corporate partnerships, grants, events, and digital fundraising.
• Build and nurture donor and partner relationships with professionalism and warmth.
• Identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities with creativity and strategic focus.
• Manage income forecasting, budgeting, and financial oversight to support long-term sustainability.

Represent the Foundation at events

• Attend and support events, ceremonies, police dog engagements, fundraising activities, and partner visits (including evening and weekend commitments).
• Build meaningful relationships across policing, welfare groups, supporters, and the canine community.

A bit about you

• You’ve held a senior leadership role in a charity, nonprofit, mission-driven organisation, or commercial equivalent.
• You are highly organised and comfortable running an organisation end-to-end as the sole employee.
• You bring experience across marketing, communications, digital engagement, and charity campaigning.
• You have demonstrable experience in fundraising and donor stewardship.
• You are an excellent communicator and storyteller who can inspire supporters, partners, and trustees.
• You enjoy building relationships and are confident working with external stakeholders, including policing partners.
• You’re proactive, hands-on, and comfortable switching between strategic planning and day-to-day delivery.
• You are flexible and willing to attend events across evenings and weekends.
• You have a full UK driving licence.
• You’re passionate about animal welfare, policing communities, and the mission of the Thin Blue Paw Foundation.

A bit about us

Founded in 2020, The Thin Blue Paw Foundation is a national charity dedicated to supporting serving and retired police dogs across the UK. We believe that these exceptional working dogs deserve protection, recognition, and the highest standard of care during their service and throughout retirement. We provide financial support for veterinary treatment, raise awareness of the vital work police dogs do, and campaign for improved welfare standards.

Through the dedication of supporters, volunteers, and policing communities, we’ve grown rapidly and we’re just getting started. This role will help drive the next chapter of our mission to protect the paws that protect us.

A bit about what we offer

• Salary - £60,000 - £65,000
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid – Monday, Wednesday and Friday (Office – Hertfordshire) - Tuesday/Thursday (WFH)
• Training & development opportunities
• Pension scheme (5%)
• The chance to shape a growing national charity with real impact
• Regular interactions with police dogs

About Cosmic
Cosmic is a small but mighty children’s charity dedicated to supporting the incredible work of the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and Queen Charlotte’s Hospital, Hammersmith. We provide vital funding for life-saving equipment, specialist staff training, and pioneering research. We also deliver our own emotional and practical family support services - making a real difference for children and families when they need it most.
As part of our close partnership with our NHS colleagues, you will join a team working at the heart of two world-class children’s and neonatal services, helping Cosmic to make a real difference for families during their most difficult moments.

The Role
This role will take day-to-day ownership of key operational processes across Cosmic’s NICU and PICU support, ensuring smooth delivery, strong relationships across hospital teams, and the continual improvement of internal systems.

The Operations Executive plays a central role in keeping Cosmic running smoothly across both hospital sites and Cosmic HQ. This is a hands-on and varied position, combining operational coordination, ownership of key processes, and direct support to Cosmic’s Senior Leadership Team. This role will be pivotal in connecting Cosmic with the families we support and our NHS units across both hospital sites, by supporting our service delivery and fostering continuous engagement.
You will be responsible for maintaining high operational standards across our service delivery programmes, ensuring our units are well-stocked and supported, coordinating fulfilment activities, improving our internal systems, and helping strengthen Cosmic’s visibility within the hospitals.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, proactive and compassionate, who enjoys taking ownership and making things work well for others.

Key Responsibilities

1. Operational Coordination Across PICU and NICU
• Act as a consistent and trusted operational contact for unit staff across St Mary’s and Queen Charlotte’s.
• Enhance Cosmic’s visibility in the units, ensuring noticeboards, communications and information materials are up to date and on brand.
• Lead end-to-end coordination of operational tasks across both sites, ensuring high standards and reliable follow-through.

2. Nutri-Care Campaign  
• Coordinate Nutri-Care food deliveries to Cosmic HQ and our units.
• Distribute food items to NICU and PICU units at St. Mary’s Hospital and NICU at Queen Charlotte’s.
• Oversee stock storage at St Mary’s, Cosmic House, and Queen Charlotte’s, maintaining clear logs and ensuring resources never run low.
• Review family and staff feedback from the Nutri-Care surveys and share themes with the Service Delivery Manager to support service improvement.

3. NICU Welcome Bags & Corporate Volunteering
• Take ownership of stock levels for NICU Welcome Bags across both units, ensuring they are always ready for families.
• Work with NICU teams to develop practical solutions that ensure every family receives a Welcome Bag within 24 hours of arrival on the units, monitoring consistency and resolving any barriers.
• Prepare materials and coordinate logistics for corporate volunteer packing sessions, acting as the Cosmic lead on the day.

4. Stock & Supplies Management 
• Maintain regular routines to check, restock and record Cosmic items on PICU and NICU units.
• Oversee stock of cereals, tea, coffee and other essential items that support families and staff.
• Maintain accurate inventory logs and recommend improvements to stock processes.

5. Office & Systems Management
• Manage routine supplier relationships and monitor service standards.
• Process and code invoices for approval and support compliance tasks such as health and safety checks, first aid and fire safety.
• Maintain organised shared drives and digital filing systems, ensuring they are up to date and easy to navigate.
• Ensure all Cosmic office equipment is functional and well-maintained.
• Coordinating diary bookings and logistics for meetings, events, and training.
• Overseeing health and safety compliance (first aid, fire safety checks).
• Support onboarding and leaver processes for new staff and volunteers.
• Manage Cosmic’s relationship with the NHS Post Room, overseeing all incoming and outgoing mail.
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, events and staff activities, ensuring information flows efficiently.

6. Support to the Senior Leadership Team
• Provide high-quality executive support including diary management, meeting coordination and travel arrangements.
• Prepare briefing and meeting notes, collate information for internal or trustee papers, and support follow-up on key actions.
• Undertake small operational projects or research tasks with minimal supervision.

7. Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, stock processes and internal systems across the charity.
• Recommend changes to the CEO, COO and support implementation.
• Champion consistency and high standards across Cosmic’s operations.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At Cosmic, we’re a small team with a big heart. Every day, we’re privileged to support families and NHS staff when they need it most - often during the most difficult and vulnerable moments of their lives. This role offers the opportunity to be a vital part of that support, making a tangible difference where it truly matters.

• 27 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff) plus public Bank Holidays.
• £200 professional development budget annually
• Employee Assistance Programme 
• Flexible hours. Core office hours 10am – 4pm

To be considered for this role, please answer the screening questions in full.
 

Senior Community Fundraiser - North & Midlands

Location: Remote (based in Birmingham or Coventry area) with regular local travel and occasional visits to London and Sheffield

Contract: 18-month fixed term

Hours: 35 per week (open to considering a four-day week)

Salary: £31,000-£34,000

Join Breast Cancer Now - the research and support charity that's here for anyone affected by breast cancer.

We believe that by 2050, everyone diagnosed with breast cancer will live - and be supported to live well. To make this future a reality, we need passionate fundraisers to help us grow our income and impact.
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About the role

As Senior Community Fundraiser, you will be an important part of the team building Breast Cancer Now's presence across the North and Midlands; local knowledge and networks will be key to success in this role. This is an exciting opportunity to:
* Identify and develop relationships with new supporters including individuals, clubs, societies, and local businesses.
* Nurture existing long-term relationships to increase fund raised income and engagement.
* Lead a brand-new pilot for our award-winning Asda Tickled Pink partnership, engaging stores and inspiring colleagues and customers to raise vital funds.
You'll dedicate 50% of your time to the Asda Tickled Pink pilot, working closely with store teams to increase engagement and income. The other half will focus on developing community fundraising across your region.
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About you

We're looking for someone who is:
* An excellent relationship builder providing exceptional customer service / account management / stewardship. Previous experience working in a charity is not required.
* Experience in developing relationships with mid and high-value supporters or customers, with a focus on retention and growth.
* A confident communicator and natural team player, able to inspire and influence a wide range of audiences.
* Highly organised, and driven to exceed targets.
You'll need a full clean driving licence, access to a car, and flexibility to travel and work occasional evenings/weekends.
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Why join us?

* Be part of a charity that funds life-saving research and provides vital support services.
* Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas and impact matter.
* Help shape a pilot project that could transform local engagement for one of the UK's most successful charity partnerships.
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Salary: £31,000-£34,000

Closing date: midday on Monday 5th January 2026

To apply: please share your CV and cover letter with Philippa at Charity People

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Individual Giving Fundraising Officer

Individual Giving Fundraising Officer (12-Month Maternity Cover)

Location: Maidenhead HQ with hybrid working options
Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed Term
Salary: £34,500 to £36,000, depending on experience
Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday

Are you passionate about making a difference and building meaningful connections? Join the Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF) as our Individual Giving Fundraising Officer and help us honour the memory of those who served, while shaping the future of our supporter community.

In this varied and rewarding role, you'll lead on individual giving and membership programmes, develop creative fundraising campaigns, and deliver an outstanding experience for our valued supporters. You'll manage communications, events, digital fundraising, and merchandise, working closely with a friendly and supportive team.

Who we are:

The Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC) honours and cares for the men and women of the Commonwealth forces who died in the First and Second World Wars, ensuring they are never forgotten. Funded by six Member Governments, we maintain cemeteries and memorials at over 23,000 locations worldwide, preserving their heritage and stories for future generations.

The Commonwealth War Graves Foundation (CWGF) is the charitable arm of the CWGC and the home of this role. We engage people through fundraising, events, and educational programmes that share the inspiring stories of those who served and highlight the CWGC's ongoing work.

What you'll do:

· Grow and engage our supporter base through innovative fundraising and membership activities

· Manage supporter communications, including newsletters, events, and digital campaigns

· Oversee data and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance

· Support and coordinate volunteers, helping to deliver our mission

· Collaborate across teams to maximise impact and income

What you'll bring:

· Experience in individual giving fundraising and supporter engagement

· Excellent communication and organisational skills

· A collaborative, can-do attitude and a passion for our cause

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your fundraising career, contribute to a unique heritage organisation, and make a real impact.

If you're ready to inspire others and help us achieve our ambitious goals, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and help us ensure their stories are never forgotten.

As this is an active role, we will be interviewing as we go along, and the role will close when we have an offer accepted by a preferred candidate.

We believe creating a diverse environment enriches our organisation and strengthens our mission, therefore, we welcome applications from everybody. Join our inclusive environment where every individual is valued.

Deputy Manager

Location: Islington and Camden

Salary: £42,798 - £46,295 PA

Fixed Term contract for 12 Months (with possibility of becoming permanent) 

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join our client as a Deputy Manager and lead a passionate team making a real difference for people affected by homelessness. We're recruiting for two Deputy Managers. 

Islington 

Rosebery Avenue is a 24/7 Skills and Employment service with 22 self-contained flats, supporting residents into training, education, and work. As Deputy Manager, you’ll lead a small, dedicated team in a psychologically informed environment, working with partners like our client’s Recovery College to deliver tailored support. 

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and reliable leader with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You’ll be passionate about high-quality care, eager to learn, and committed to supporting your team and clients. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your management career and make a real impact in a supportive setting. 

Camden 

Endsleigh Gardens supports people with a history of homelessness and complex needs, including mental health, substance use, and alcohol issues. We provide a safe, recovery-focused environment where clients can rebuild their lives and work towards independent accommodation. 

As Deputy Manager, you’ll lead and inspire staff to create a psychologically informed service that drives meaningful change. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality support to vulnerable individuals facing significant barriers. 

Key responsibilities in this role will be: 

• Support the team with day-to-day service management and development. 

• Lead and motivate staff through effective line management and supervision, ensuring a person-centred, recovery-focused approach. 

• Respond to incidents and work with the management team to maintain high health and safety standards. 

• Build strong partnerships with external organisations to achieve the best outcomes for clients. 

Work mainly Monday–Friday office hours, with occasional flexibility to meet service needs. 

About you

This will be a fantastic opportunity for someone to be proactive, take a lead and build their management skills. If you can demonstrate the below, we encourage you to apply!

• The ability to negotiate with a wide range of internal and external partners to build positive working relationships.

• Good planning and organisational skills with the ability to effectively prioritise your own time and workload.

• Knowledge and understanding of the housing and support needs of people experiencing homelessness, and a genuine interest in supporting people to transform their lives.

• You'll have previous experience leading a team, as well as some experience of motivating and empowering staff and/or volunteers to take responsibility for delivering a high-quality service.

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.

Closing date: 10 am on 10th December 2025 

Interview and assessments on 19th or 22nd December 2025

We are recruiting a remote based Interim HR/Resourcelink/Zellis Administrator for a social care organisation for a period of 6 months on a fixed term contract. You will be working for a people-focused organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence and we're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Administrator with hands-on Zellis (Resourcelink) experience to support our HR operations and help drive a positive employee experience.

As our HR Administrator, you'll play a key role in delivering day-to-day HR support across the employee lifecycle. You'll be the go-to person for HR admin , ensure smooth HRIS and payroll processes via Zellis (Resourcelink) and contribute to a range of people initiatives that support our culture and business goals.

You will :

• Administer and maintain employee records and HR systems, with a focus on Zellis (Resourcelink) HR and payroll
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes
• Assist with payroll preparation and ensure data accuracy in Zellis ( Resourcelink)
• Generate HR reports and support compliance with employment legislation

What We're Looking For :

• Proficiency with Zellis (Resourcelink) HR and payroll systems (essential)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills

Live Unlimited, a charity that supports children in care and care-leavers in Barnet, is seeking a freelance fundraiser to help grow and diversify income across several key fundraising pillars, with a particular focus on trusts and foundations. You’ll work closely with the Chief Executive and play a vital role in securing funding that enables the charity to reach more care-experienced young people.

Salary: (UK) £49,884 (£62,355 FTE) plus benefits (Our pay philosophy ensures consistency across locations and salaries. The starting salary for this opportunity plus benefits depends on location of the candidate).

The role:

We are recruiting for an inspirational, experienced and impactful leader to join Mary’s Meals International as our Director of Governance & Risk on a 12-month fixed term contract (30 hours per week).

As Director of Governance & Risk, you will work alongside our Chief People & Governance Officer and play an active role on both the People & Governance Leadership Team and the Global Leadership Council. You will provide strategic leadership across risk, legal, governance, security, support services and assurance, ensuring that the organisation operates with integrity, confidence, and compliance across all countries in which we work.

You will lead talented, multi-disciplinary teams across Risk, Security, Audit, Legal and Support Services, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture and ensuring that every part of the organisation is equipped to manage risk and safeguard the people and communities we serve.

Key priorities:

• Lead our governance, risk, and assurance strategy to ensure all activity underpins organisational goals and supports Mary’s Meals’ mission.
• Embed a culture of risk awareness and compliance across the global network, enabling leaders and teams to make confident, values-driven decisions.
• Oversee legal, regulatory, and corporate governance frameworks, ensuring policies, procedures, and reporting systems are robust, up-to-date, and fit for purpose.
• Provide strategic oversight of security, crisis management, and insurance arrangements, keeping our people, assets, and operations safe.
• Support our Board and senior leadership teams, delivering clear advice and ensuring the highest standards of governance and due diligence.
• Lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams, fostering engagement, empowerment, and continuous improvement across the directorate.
• Work in a highly collaborative way to understand organisational challenges and demonstrate impact.

We are looking for:

• Significant senior leadership experience in governance, risk, legal, or audit in an international context, ideally from an NGO or complex global organisation.
• Proven ability to operate effectively across culturally diverse, networked environments.
• Expertise in risk management is essential, but experience in legal frameworks, corporate governance, audit or security would be beneficial.
• Outstanding communication and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire confidence and trust at all levels of the organisation.
• A practical, solutions-focused approach combined with strategic vision and sound judgement.
• A track record of building, leading, and motivating multi-disciplinary teams in a collaborative, values-driven culture.
• A deep alignment with the mission and values of Mary’s Meals.

About us:

Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We continue to change the lives of over 3 million children who today will receive Mary’s Meals.

We believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, Mary’s Meals is fully committed to a culture of safeguarding. Mary’s Meals is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement.

Additional Information:  

You will be required to register with the Protected Vulnerable Group Scheme or local equivalent before undertaking your role.

To apply:

If you are inspired to join our movement and our vision, mission and values resonate with you, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please click below to send your CV and a short covering note (no more than 1 page) telling us why you are a great fit for this role and why you would like to work for Mary’s Meals International.

Closing date for applications is Sunday 14th December 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

This is an exciting role in a unique organisation.  Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.  We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.

We are a registered charity employing over 100 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.

It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s groundbreaking new Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.

We support hybrid working. Excellent benefits including defined benefit pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement. We are proud of high levels of staff engagement and pride ourselves on being a great place to work. We will consider applications to work on a flexible and job share basis wherever possible. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with work across various football facilities across London.

The role is a full time and fixed term contract until 31 December 2026. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). The role will involve some evening and weekend work to support event delivery. We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.  

We are looking for a UCL200 Events and Programme Coordinator to play an important role in supporting the celebrations of UCL's 200th anniversary through high-quality event delivery, excellent project management and careful relationship building.

Do you have experience delivering large scale events to an exceptional standard? Are you looking for a unique opportunity to flex your skills and create a historic celebration during a milestone year for UCL? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate will have experience supporting complex events or programmes, strong project management skills and will be comfortable managing multiple stakeholders to unite in a shared goal. 

My client, a well known charity, is looking to recruit a permanent business partner to join the team. Based from home, with some travel throughout the year, the role will be to deliver financial data, analysis and support to managers across the business whilst developing and delivering good quality budgeting and forecasting tools which will help provide specialist financial advice for informed decision-making.

Day to day your role will include:

• To be part of all financial planning and business planning cycle activities, to include the annual budget, Medium Term Business Strategy and quarterly rolling forecasts.
• Deliver high-quality financial information on a regular and adhoc basis which may include daily, weekly, monthly cycles
• Transform data into relevant information; identify trends, and deep-dive into variances.
• Consult closely with stakeholder to understand current and future business needs and ensure the necessary resources and plans are in place.
• Interpret and interrogate the financial data in order to identify key areas of the business for development and performance review.
• Ensure statistical returns are completed as required by law and results analysed for benchmarking against the sector and key competitors (to include charity sector external reporting)

To be considered for the role you will need to be a fully qualified (CCAB) finance professional with previous experience in business partnering as well as in the charity or another regulated sector.

This is a home based role but some travel will be required throughout the year. The salary range is £52,265 to £72,927.

Training Conferences and Events Officer

Exciting opportunity for a Training Conferences and Events Officer – Make an impact today.

Anna Freud is seeking a Training Conferences and Events Officer to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.

Our EDI commitment

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience.

We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve.

As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles.

What we offer

We offer a range of benefits which you can find on our Careers page

What you’ll do

In this role, you’ll be part of a friendly, collaborative team that delivers high-quality training, conferences, and events for mental health professionals. You’ll play a key part in coordinating sessions, supporting trainers and participants, and keeping our operations running smoothly so that every event feels seamless and well organised

• You’ll coordinate and schedule training, conferences and events (online, in-person and hybrid), liaising with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure smooth delivery.
• You’ll support delivery days by facilitating sessions, handling AV/IT setup, and assisting with any troubleshooting needed during the event.
• As the Training Conferences and Events Officer, you’ll act as the administrative lead for allocated programmes, managing systems, processing bookings and applications, sending invoices, monitoring payments, and ensuring attendee viability.
• You will provide high-quality administrative support to trainers and speakers, including preparing documents, arranging travel within budget, offering Zoom guidance, and organising team meetings with agendas and minutes.
• As the Training Conferences and Events Officer, you’ll maintain accurate data across our systems, manage a high volume of email and phone enquiries, and nurture strong relationships with trainers, supervisors and commissioners to help plan and deliver programmes effectively

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-centred environment, bringing strong organisation, calm under pressure, and proven experience in coordinating training or events while delivering an excellent experience for everyone involved.

• Experience coordinating projects or events in a busy, deadline-driven environment, with the ability to manage competing priorities confidently.
• Strong administrative skills, including maintaining accurate records, managing databases, and setting up efficient systems.
• Clear, professional communication skills, enabling you to work effectively with colleagues at all levels as well as external partners, trainers and participants.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative, whilst also collaborating well as part of a supportive team.
• Confident IT capability, including Microsoft Office, online platforms such as Zoom, and familiarity with database systems (e.g., Salesforce)

Key details

Hours: Part-time (17.5hrs) ideally Monday to Friday 09:00 - 12:30, flexibility to support training, conferences and events outside of these hours required

Salary: £31,366 per annum FTE, plus 6% contributory pension scheme

Location: Hybrid (a mixture of home/onsite working): staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, either at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH) or our Northern Hub (Huckletree, The Express Building, 9 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester M4 5AD).

Contract type: Fixed term 6 months

Next steps

Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Friday, 12 December 2025. Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.

Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Tuesday, 16 December 2025. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

Interviews: will be held in-person/remotely week commencing 12 January 2026

How to apply: click on the 'apply now’ button to apply online. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.

Questions?

Please email with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support the publication of its academic journals.

Editorial Assistant for RGS-IBG Journals
Department: Research and Higher Education (RHED)
Responsible to: Managing Editor
Location: South Kensington, London – with option for home working.
Hours: 0.4 FTE (Two days per week, with a preference for working on Monday and Tuesday).
Contract: 6 months, fixed-term
Salary: £30,065-£31,740 per annum (pro rata to £12,026-£12,696 per annum)

About Us

The Royal Geographical Society (with the Institute of British Geographers) is the learned society and professional body for geography and geographers. It is also a charity and a membership organisation. The Society was founded in 1830 and has been one of the most active of the learned societies ever since. It was pivotal in establishing geography as a teaching and research discipline in British universities and continues to play a key role in geographical and environmental education.

The Society is a leading world centre for geographical learning – supporting education, teaching, research, professional practice and scientific expeditions, as well as promoting public understanding and enjoyment of geography and providing advice to policymakers.

We work with a wide range of audiences. This includes teachers and pupils in schools, academics and researchers in higher education institutions, professional geographers in the workplace, and researchers and expeditioners in the field, but also members of the public with a curiosity about our world.

About You and the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to develop a greater understanding of the academic peer review and publishing process and provides an excellent opportunity to work with the academic community.

The role is ideally suited to someone with very strong organisational and communication skills and an understanding of and interest in contemporary academic geography.

The Society publishes five peer-reviewed geography journals, four of which are managed by the Society’s Managing Editor: Transactions of the Institute of British Geographers (TIBG), The Geographical Journal, Area, and Geo: Geography and Environment.

This role will provide administrative support for the transition from ScholarOne to Research Exchange screening and review platform.

Key responsibilities

• Screen and process submitted papers and communicate with authors to ensure correct formatting, anonymity, word length, responses to reviewers.
• Screen for AI-generated submissions and references and liaise with Managing Editor toensure papers meet ethical publishing standards for consideration.
• Maintain a record of all submitted papers in an Excel spreadsheet format (already established).
• Screen accepted papers and communicate with authors to ensure corrected files are uploaded for production.
• Send post-publication emails to reviewers and authors.
• Support the Managing Editor in setting up new workflows for Research Exchange.
• Potential for supporting with finding and inviting peer reviewers

Salary and Benefits

This is a part time (0.4 FTE), six month fixed-term post subject to successful completion of a probationary period of six weeks. The salary range for this post is £30,065-£31,740 per annum (pro rata to £12,026-£12,696 per annum) depending on experience and qualifications. This post is based in South Kensington, London, there are options for home working.

There are a range of benefits at the Society which include the following:

• For this role a 14-hour working week with core working hours between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
• Flexible working arrangements with home working possible.
• 25 days annual leave per annum plus public bank holidays for full time staff, pro rata to 10 days per annum.
• Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance.
• Pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer.
• Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary.
• Corporate eye care vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support.

Applications must be received by 9.30am, 11 December.
Interviews are planned to take place in the week commencing 15 December.

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.

The Society aims to be an equal opportunities employer. We strongly encourage applicants from those traditionally underrepresented in the geographical discipline.

No agencies please.