Jobs in Kings langley
Overall job purpose
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.
We have recently published our TRUST values, which outline the behaviours and expectations that act as our foundations at CCT. We have attached the pack, outlining each value, which we will also be using as part of our shortlisting and interview process to find the right candidates that align with our values.
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.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 8am on Monday 14th September 2026.
The interviews will take place in Manchester on Thursday 24th September. Please note that the interview date and location have been specifically chosen according to the availability of the panel.
Please note: As part of our recruitment process, we undertake candidate psychometric testing. If your application is successful and you are invited to interview, you will receive an email asking you to complete a series of activities, these need to be completed at least 2 days before your interview.
All successful applicants will be subject to a basic DBS, credit check, references and right to work checks.
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Could you be the person who helps make brilliant fundraising happen behind the scenes?
Natasha’s Foundation, the food allergy charity, is looking for an experienced, highly organised and personable Fundraising & Supporter Care Coordinator to join our small and ambitious fundraising team.
We’re a passionate, energetic and friendly team, united by a determination to make a real difference. We work hard, move quickly and have big ambitions for a small charity – but we also really value the way we work together. Everyone brings something different, ideas are welcomed, people support one another and there’s a genuine sense of excitement about what we can achieve.
This is a varied role for someone who loves working with people, takes real pride in getting the detail right and is equally comfortable supporting a donor, working with data or helping a busy fundraising team stay one step ahead.
You’ll be at the heart of our fundraising operation: providing warm and thoughtful supporter care, supporting individual giving, helping us make the best use of our Beacon CRM, producing accurate fundraising and income information, and supporting proposals, reports, communications and fundraising resources.
We’re looking for someone who is warm, organised, numerate and confident with data, with excellent attention to detail and practical experience of using Beacon CRM. Just as importantly, we’re looking for someone who will enjoy being part of our team – someone positive, proactive and willing to get stuck in.
You’ll be joining Natasha’s Foundation at an exciting point in our journey. We are working to improve the lives of people with food allergy through education, campaigning and pioneering medical research, with one hugely ambitious goal: a future without food allergy.
If you enjoy making things work brilliantly, care about giving supporters a great experience and want to bring your skills and energy to a charity where your contribution will genuinely be noticed and valued, we’d love to hear from you.
20 hours per week | Home-based | £32,000–£34,000 FTE
Please apply through Charity Jobs only by sending your CV and a cover letter specific to this role.
Deadline for receipt of applications is midnight on 20 September.
Telephone screening interviews will take place on 25 September.
Face to face interviews will take place on 7 October in London.
Natasha’s Foundation is the food allergy charity, driving pioneering research, education and change to create a future without food allergy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have a vacancy for a Part-Time Secretary for Prison Chaplaincy to provide support and advocacy for Free Church prison chaplains across England & Wales.
You will support and advocate for Free Church prison chaplains serving across England and Wales, working closely with the Free Churches Faith/Belief Adviser to His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service [HMPPS] the Free Churches Steering Committee for Prison Chaplaincy, trustees and chaplains. This is a strategic, outward‑facing role combining pastoral support, endorsement of candidates, advocacy, and partnership building with denominations, HMPPS and ecumenical bodies.
The closing date is noon, Wednesday 30th September 2026, with interviews held on 22nd or 23rd October 2026 in London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Partnerships and Impact Specialist
Advocacy & Influence | Remote (UK-based)
Salary: £42,000 per annum
Hours: Full time (35 hours per week to be worked over 5 days)
Location: Home-based in the UK with occasional paid travel to our London office and for meetings – nationally and internationally
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until June 2029
Join Population Matters
We are a UK charity with a global remit. Our vision is of a world in which our human population lives fairly and sustainably with nature and each other. As we enter an exciting new phase of growth and influence, we’re looking for a strategic and collaborative Partnership and Impact Specialist to build trusted relationships with civil society and grassroots partners, amplify their leadership, and help translate Population Matters’ evidence, advocacy insights and learning into meaningful influence and impact.
About the Role
This role sits within our Advocacy and Influence Team and will play a central part in delivering our Empower to Plan programme and wider organisational strategy. You will identify, develop and sustain strategic partnerships with civil society organisations, particularly grassroots organisations in the Global South and Global North, co-creating approaches that strengthen partner objectives and Population Matters’ evidence-based advocacy.
You will also lead our organisational Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) work, ensuring insights are captured, shared and embedded across our goals to strengthen impact. While managing the Partnerships and Impact Officer, and working collaboratively across research, advocacy, communications and fundraising, you will turn partner intelligence and learning into compelling case studies, briefings, proposals and influencing opportunities, supporting grassroots partners to strengthen their influence in local, national, regional and global decision-making forums.
Important Information
· This is a UK-based role
· Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK
· We are unable to offer sponsorship
Apply Now
If you’re ready to play a vital role in a purpose-driven organisation and help shape a more sustainable future, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit a CV (not more than 3 pages) and answer the application questions explaining your interest in this role and how you meet the criteria in the Person Specification. A cover letter is not required.
Closing date: Monday 21 September at 09:00am (BST)
Population Matters is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age and all other categories protected by law. Please refer to our full EDI statement attached with this advert.
If you require any adjustments to make the process more accessible, or to arrange an informal conversation about the role, please see contact details within our EDI statement attached below this advert.
Interview dates
First round: Week commencing 28 September, online
Final round: Week commencing 5 October (in-person) at our office: Population Matters, The Chandlery, 50 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7QY, UK
Thank you for your interest in Population Matters.
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies regarding this vacancy.
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Job Title: Assistant Shop Manager
Salary: £17,316 - £23,088 per annum (pro-rata of full time equivalent £28,860)
Team: Twickenham
Hours: Part Time, 22.5 - 30 per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Twickenham Shop, 4BW TW1
About the role
Your key purpose will be to support the successful day to day running of our brand new Twickenham shop, making this an exciting opportunity to be part of a new role from the very beginning. Working alongside the Shop Manager, you will help maximise sales, deliver excellent customer service, and lead and support a team of volunteers to create a welcoming and engaging shopping experience. You will play an important role in processing and merchandising donations, promoting Gift Aid, maintaining high shop standards, and ensuring the shop operates efficiently and in line with relevant policies and procedures.
About you
This role requires experience of supporting the management of a retail environment, including knowledge of customer service, cash handling, stock management, and health and safety practices. You will be organised, proactive, and confident working in a busy setting, with the ability to motivate and support volunteers, prioritise competing demands, and build positive relationships with customers and colleagues. Strong communication, IT, and organisational skills are essential, along with a flexible approach and a willingness to work weekends as part of a rota.
Please see the attached job description for more information about this opportunity at Shooting Star Children’s Hospices.
What we offer
In return you will receive a competitive salary along with a range of benefits, which include:
Pension scheme
- NHS Pension Scheme (for eligible employees) or our stakeholder pension scheme, with up to 7% employer contributions
Annual leave
- 27 days plus Bank Holidays rising with length of service
- 2 weeks paid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years’ service
Contractual benefits
- Generous sick pay scheme
- Enhanced maternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
- Flexible working arrangements
- Death in service benefits
- Reimbursed professional membership fees
- Eye care
- Employee referral scheme
- Blue Light discount card
Health and wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational Health
- Mindfulness sessions
- Mental Health First Aiders
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Also, we are committed to equal opportunities and consider all applicants to be in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Children’s Hospices is committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We are always trying to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Children’s Hospices to be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feel welcomed to work and volunteer.
Anticipated closing date: 20/09/2026
Please note that vacancies may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications to ensure full consideration for the role.
We believe every life-limited or dying child and their family should have the opportunity to make every moment count and get the support they need.
We need a Programme Director to lead a tri-borough initiative tackling serious youth violence across Kilburn, Queen's Park and surrounding communities.
This is a challenging and a rewarding role where you will be exercising your considerable judgement, diplomacy and practical project management skills.
Shared Ground is an innovative, co-funded project, seeking to work for the benefit of young people at risk of serious youth violence, with buy-in from stakeholders including Local Authority senior leads and Central government.
If you have a passion for the value and importance of community-based work in supporting positive futures for young people, why not help ensure that this ambitious programme thrives?
See the job description for more details.
YCF is a membership organisation, supporting 170+ Camden-based charities and CICs that offer services and support to children and young people.

Headway UK developed the Approved Provider Scheme in 2011, which is a voluntary standards-based accreditation, for rehabilitation and residential units for people with a brain injury and we are looking for a new part time team member.
- Location: Preference for Midlands based, either home based or in Headway UK’s office in Nottingham.
- Salary: £35,000 FTE (pro rata for 21 hours per week) (days are flexible)
Brief overview
Are you a professional with experience supporting brain injury survivors?
Are you passionate about improving standards or care, for brain injury survivors?
Would you be good at conducting assessments and supporting residentials care units to improve the care that they provide?
Headway UK developed the Approved Provider Scheme in 2011, which is a voluntary standards-based accreditation, for rehabilitation and residential units for people with a brain injury and we are looking for a new part time team member.
By participating in the scheme Approved Provider units affirm their dedication to excellent care, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. The accreditation of units is then published for families, individuals and professionals to help inform their choices when identifying suitable provision for brain injury survivors. Our accreditation process is designed to be collaborative and supportive, guiding units through every step towards achieving and maintaining exemplary service standards.
The role will involve, conducting and writing assessments and working with the Approved Provider and Training Manager to manage Lead Assessors, who are based around the UK and the Service User Perspective Assessors, who are either brain injury survivors, or family members/ carers.
Embrace Headway’s mission of Improving Life After Brain Injury. Join us to ensure the highest quality care for ABI survivors throughout their journey to recovery.
What you will do:
- Conduct Approved Provider assessments, which includes going into brain injury residential units and assessing the services they provide and making recommendations, to improve practice against the framework.
- Writing and reviewing reports for Approved Provider units, following assessments, that clearly highlight strengths and areas for development.
- Contributing to the development and growth of Headway UK’s Approved Provider scheme, by continuing to drive forward standards and onboarding new units.
- Working with freelance Lead Assessors and Service User Perspective Assessors (who are brain injury survivors or family members) who are based around the UK, to organise assessments and ensure the schemes standards are upheld.
About you
We’re open-minded and welcome all applicants who believe they can succeed. Though ideally, you will have:
- Prior experience of working in the field of acquired brain injury.
- Relevant professional qualification (e.g. occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, clinical psychology, physiotherapy, nursing, social work).
- Ability to write and moderate written reports of high quality and clarity, to provide accurate and accessible feedback.
- Very good IT skills, including be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams).
- Ability to gain the trust, confidence, and respect at all levels within external organisations and staff groups.
- Be an excellent communicator, with new and existing Approved Provider units.
Benefits
As a staff member at Headway UK you’ll have access the following range of benefits;
Financial Security
- Competitive Salaries
- Pension - You’ll be automatically be enrolled into the Pensions People with Headway contributing between 5 – 8%
- Occupational Sick Pay Scheme – Increasing with length of service.
- Death in Service Benefit - You’ll have the security of knowing if anything happens to you your loved ones will be provided for
Flexible Working
- Remote working – For the majority of our roles we can facilitate fully remote or hybrid working.
- We understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for our team to thrive. Headway UK offers flexible working arrangements, promoting well-being and ensuring you can take care of yourself while you care for others.
Wellbeing
- You’ll benefit from a fully comprehensive 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including access to counselling services.
- Eye Test Vouchers
- Mental Health First Aiders
Holidays and leave
- You’ll get 25 days leave incrementally increasing to 30 days based on service plus Bank Holidays.
- Birthday leave
Benefits
- You’ll have access to a range of shopping and lifestyle benefits and discounts through our IMHR Plus Privilege membership.
About us
Headway UK plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals and families affected by brain injuries. Our comprehensive services encompass rehabilitation, counselling, and practical assistance to help survivors regain independence and improve their quality of life. Headway UK is at the forefront of raising awareness about the challenges faced by those with brain injuries and advocates for their rights, ensuring they receive the care and understanding they deserve. Through a combination of educational initiatives, community outreach, and personalised support, Headway UK strives to rebuild lives, offering a lifeline to those navigating the complexities of brain injury recovery.
Embark on a fulfilling career with Headway UK and join our compassionate team and contribute to our mission of rebuilding lives after brain injury. Make a meaningful impact with Headway UK, where every role plays a crucial part in empowering those on the path to recovery.
Safeguarding
At Headway UK we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow best practice as set out within the Care Act 2014. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruiting procedures and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks including a criminal background check and two satisfactory references.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We recognise, value and champion diversity and inclusion. We want to ensure are staff population reflect the diverse service users that we support. For us diversity and inclusion is about building happy teams, full of people that want to learn and be inspired by each other, by our different experiences and backgrounds. Inclusion means providing the people we recruit with opportunities and valuing everyone’s contributions and perspectives.
We are also committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need support with the application or you would like a chat about what it’s like to work with us.
Thank you for your interest in Headway UK and we look forward to getting to know you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Finance: £80,000 - £85,000 + Benefits | Hybrid | London
For a small (but mighty) international NGO undergoing significant organisational change and transformation, we are recruiting their new Director of Finance on a contract to permanent basis. Reporting to Deputy Executive Director, this pivotal role will lead the Finance team through this change, as well as contributing significantly to the change underway. This role will support the Regional offices, providing hands-on finance support to staff while contributing to a strategic and operational context in transition. The Finance Director will embed new practices and ways of working and build the team to produce deliverables for the long-term.
Main Duties:
- Plan, execute, and deliver global operating budget for 2027 strengthening budget monitoring, reporting, and cash-flow forecasting
- Present management accounts, financial forecasting, and remodelling to the Board
- Oversee the implementation of the Finance Systems plan
- Produce financial modelling and costings for Executive team to evaluate organisational change options
- Lead the International Grant Accounting team to provide first-rate business partnering support, and compliance with donor requirements
- Lead the Finance team to transition to a smooth month-end reporting schedule and monthly and quarterly management accounts
- Implement financial policies to ensure compliance and identify and close gaps in controls
- Ensure compliance with statutory, legal and taxation requirements across the UK, Netherlands, US and Canada including charity commission and companies house
- Review and strengthen all controls and accounting processes
- Support the Project, Donor and Global audits
Person Specification:
- CCAB qualified with strong finance senior management / leadership experience within an international, multi-donor organisation
- Proven ability to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting
- Proved ability to implement, improve, and manage financial systems and controls, during periods of transition and change
- Proven delivery of statutory audits and UK compliance (ideally including US/Canada/EU)
- Strong experience of grant management, and cost allocation
- Leadership skills, including financial and operational staff, and those in remote locations
- Available at short-notice and able to commit to at least 6-months, ideally with a desire to move into a permanent role
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Role Profile
An exciting opportunity has arisen for someone with great interpersonal skills and a thorough knowledge of social welfare advice to join our expanding supervisor team. This could be the perfect opportunity for an experienced adviser to take the next step in their career, and to be part of a dynamic team who think on their feet and are passionate about making a difference in our community.
You will be responsible for the supervision, quality and performance of a team of staff and volunteers. This busy and varied role will rely on your ability to bring out the best in the team as well as to ensure the highest quality of advice across our many and varied projects.
About us
Citizens Advice Barnet is a local charity giving free and confidential advice to everyone who lives, works, or studies in Barnet. We are an independently registered charity, a member of the Citizens Advice network, and a London Legal Support Trust Centre of Excellence. We offer generalist advice on debt, work, benefits, immigration, housing and more and specialist casework on benefits, debt, and immigration. Last year we helped 10,700 people with over 45,000 problems and achieved financial outcomes for clients totally over £6.9 million.
Benefits We Offer:
- Dedicated resources to focus on wellbeing including Employee Assistance Programme services and access to free counselling & Mental Health First Aiders
- 25 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays and additional days over Christmas break
- Option to buy additional leave
- Employer pension contribution
- An organisation that offers Flexible working
- Blue Light Card – hundreds of discounts at high street retailers etc.
Closing date of applications –Friday 11 September 2026 at 5.00pm
Interviews: We will interview on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the applications earlier if suitable candidates are found. Early applications are encouraged.
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with the British Society for Haematology (BSH) to recruit for their new Governance and Executive Officer.
The British Society for Haematology (BSH) is a leading UK professional membership organisation dedicated to advancing the study and practice of haematology. Supporting nearly 4,000 members across the UK and internationally, BSH plays a vital role in improving patient care through clinical guidelines, education, research support and professional networking.
As the Society continues to evolve, this newly-created role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape and strengthen governance processes while supporting the Chief Executive and Board. Joining a friendly, collaborative and ambitious team, you'll play a key role in helping BSH deliver its strategic objectives and continued growth.
Job Details
- Role: Governance and Executive Officer
- Salary: £40,000
- Contract: Permanent and Full Time
- Location: British Society for Haematology, 100 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PF
- Hybrid: Two days per week onsite (should incl. every other Wednesday)
- Interview: Friday 25 September (in person)
About the Role
This is a varied position combining governance coordination with executive support. You'll take ownership of key governance activities while helping to build and improve systems, processes and ways of working across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Coordinating Board and Governance Committee meetings, including agendas, papers and minutes
- Maintaining governance records, policies and key organisational documentation
- Supporting the delivery of the AGM and other governance activities
- Coordinating the production of the Society's Annual Report and Accounts
- Supporting compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements
- Maintaining governance registers, including declarations of interest
- Providing executive support to the Chief Executive, including diary management and meeting coordination
- Building effective relationships with Board members, volunteers and stakeholders
- Identifying opportunities to streamline, modernise and improve governance processes
About You
We're looking for a highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused professional who can confidently manage competing priorities and engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
You'll bring:
- Experience supporting boards, committees or governance functions
- Excellent meeting administration and minute-taking skills
- Strong organisational and administrative abilities
- Experience producing accurate, high-quality documentation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential information
- Experience maintaining policies, registers or governance documentation
- Collaborative approach with aptitude for work cross-functional working.
- Confidence supporting senior leaders and stakeholders
- A practical and pragmatic approach to improving processes
Experience with digital board management platforms, Monday or Miro would be advantageous, but not essential.
Why Join BSH?
This is an exciting time to join an evolving organisation committed to supporting haematology professionals and improving patient outcomes. You'll have the opportunity to help establish a governance function, work closely with senior leaders and make a tangible impact across the Society.
The team is friendly, down-to-earth and highly collaborative, offering a supportive environment where new ideas and continuous improvement are genuinely welcomed.
If you are an experienced Governance Officer or an EA, with extensive governance experience, we'd love to hear from you.
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 organisational needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background, including age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe greater diversity leads to greater impact for the organisations we work with.
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Hybrid, minimum 3 days/week in Paddington
Closing date: ASAP, applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, office closure between Christmas and New Year, Employee Assistance Programme, annual professional development budget
We are delighted to be working with a small but mighty children's charity to recruit a Head of Income Generation and Communications. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the organisation's senior leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping its future growth and impact.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will lead the development and delivery of an integrated income generation and communications strategy. You will oversee a diverse fundraising portfolio including community and challenge events, corporate partnerships, major donors and supporter engagement, while also driving the charity's marketing, communications and brand activity.
This role would suit an ambitious fundraising leader who enjoys working across multiple income streams, thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited by the opportunity to make a genuine difference.
To be successful as the Head of Income Generation and Communications you will need:
- Significant experience developing and delivering successful fundraising or income generation strategies
- A strong track record of achieving and exceeding income targets across multiple fundraising streams
- Strong team leadership experience , and evidence of building a culture of high performance and collaboration
- Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships with supporters, partners and senior leaders
- Experience using CRM systems and fundraising data to drive performance and supporter engagement
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please get in touch and ask for Heather, quoting the reference 3091HB.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, and you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you throughout the recruitment process.
If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the application period earlier than advertised.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Kew’s successful Trusts and Foundations team for a 12-month fixed-term period, to help Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew realise its goal to help end the extinction crisis and contribute to a world where nature is protected, valued by all, and managed sustainably. The Development Officer will help to maximise income from trusts and foundations and support the busy team to engage and steward new and existing donors to Kew.
The Development Officer will support the day-to-day delivery of the Trusts and Foundations income stream. Responsibilities include writing compelling funding proposals and reports, managing a portfolio of funders, supporting the Trusts and Foundations team on higher value proposals and donor stewardship, including with events and visits to the Gardens, and maintaining donor records. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues across Development and RBG Kew to help deliver a world class fundraising function.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual with excellent writing skills and an eye for detail who would like to build a career in Development. Our ideal candidate will feel comfortable working in a busy and fast-paced office environment and possess strong organisational skills. You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of people.
Interviews are due to take place w/c 21st September.
This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.
About Us
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.
We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.
Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.
Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.
At Kew, our strength lies in the diversity of our people and the insights they bring. When you join us, you will find an organisation that values your perspective and lived experience. You will receive support to achieve your full potential and access opportunities to develop and progress. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is ongoing, shaped by the people who work here and the communities we serve. As a disability confident employer, we are breaking down barriers to be an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Whoever you are, and however you experience the world, there is a place for you to grow and belong at Kew.
Your new company
As one of the UK's largest Housing Associations, you'll be joining an organisation with a strong social purpose and a commitment to delivering high-quality services to the communities it supports.
Your New RoleThis is a new role added to strengthen the team from a tax perspective,
Responsibilities include:
- Lead on tax, ensuring preparation of tax returns including VAT, CIS, Corporation Tax, Gift Aid and Employment Taxes.
- Identify and implement tax planning opportunities.
- Manage relationships with internal and external advisors and tax authorities, as required.
- Support the Group with ad-hoc tax and technical accounting queries.
- Lead on all tax consultations.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- Full CCAB or CIMA qualification (or equivalent) or full tax qualification. Essential.
- Experience with core tax areas, specifically VAT (specifically partial exemption) and CIS and the ability to interpret legislative changes.
- Experience working in house or practice with large complex organisations.
Desirable:
- Prior exposure to operating in a public or not‑for‑profit environment such as housing, local or central government, or wider public services.
What You'll Get in Return
- You'll join a supportive and purpose-driven organisation where your work genuinely contributes to meaningful outcomes across the community.
- Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office
- Flexible working options
- Generous annual leave and matched pension scheme
- Salary up to £87,000
What you need to do now
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Role Overview
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with our client on a fantastic Interim Director of Fundraising role. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead the organisation’s fundraising efforts, develop strategic partnerships, and help secure vital funds to support their charitable mission. This role is part time, 3 days a week for 3 months.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies to achieve income targets.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with key donors, partners, and stakeholders.
- Lead and motivate the fundraising team, ensuring collaborative and effective approaches.
- Oversee campaign planning, execution, and evaluation to maximise engagement and revenue.
- Monitor fundraising performance, analyse trends, and adapt plans to meet organisational goals.
- Prepare compelling proposals, reports, and communication materials for diverse audiences.
- Contribute to organisational development initiatives related to fundraising standards and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and organisational policies relating to fundraising activities.
Person Specification
- Proven experience in leading successful fundraising programmes within the charity sector.
- Excellent relationship-building and networking skills across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Strong strategic thinking and planning abilities, with a focus on results.
- Effective leadership skills to inspire and guide a team towards shared goals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages.
- Analytically minded, with the ability to interpret data and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Adaptable and proactive with a collaborative approach to work.
What’s on Offer
Day rate: £276.68 per day PAYE + £44.42 holiday pay. This role is part time, 3 days a week for 3 months.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Chief Executive Officer
London/Hybrid | 4 days a week (28 hours per week)
£80,000 FTE
Two-Year Fixed-Term Contract
Our client is a respected UK-wide professional membership body representing more than 3,000 practitioners. Through advocacy, professional development, research and member support, the organisation champions professional standards and works to increase access to high-quality services across its sector.
The organisation is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as its next Chief Executive on a two-year fixed-term contract, leading the organisation through a significant period of transformation, stabilisation and renewal.
Working closely with the Board, staff, members and key stakeholders, the successful candidate will provide the strategic and operational leadership required to strengthen organisational effectiveness, enhance financial sustainability, build an engaged and high-performing culture, and position the organisation for long-term success. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on a well-established membership body, ensuring it emerges stronger, more resilient and better equipped to deliver for its members and wider stakeholders.
As the organisation's senior executive and principal ambassador, you will lead the development and implementation of a clear transformation roadmap, strengthen organisational capability and governance, and build confidence across the membership and stakeholder community while championing the value and impact of the profession.
To be successful, you will bring:
- Significant senior leadership experience as a Chief Executive, Executive Director or equivalent.
- A proven track record of leading organisational transformation, change, stabilisation or turnaround programmes.
- Experience developing and implementing strategy, translating vision into sustainable organisational improvement and measurable outcomes.
- Strong financial, operational and governance leadership skills, with experience improving organisational resilience and sustainability.
- A history of building positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational cultures, with a strong focus on staff engagement and organisational development.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication and influencing skills, with the credibility to act as the organisation's principal ambassador.
- A collaborative, resilient and values-led leadership style, with a commitment to supporting professional excellence and sector advancement.
To find further information, please view the microsite on Prospectus’ website.
Closing date: 16 September
Final interviews: Week commencing 28 September