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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced business development leader to join Victim Support as Head of Business Development.
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Business Development and Fundraising, this role will provide day-to-day management of Victim Support's business development function, ensuring the team is equipped, supported and focused to deliver high-quality business development activity across the organisation.
Victim Support is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.
This role is home based (within England and Wales) with some national travel and overnight stays.
What we offer:
At Victim Support we believe in attracting and retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including:
About the role:
You will manage and develop a team of Business Development Managers, Business Development Officers and a Business Development Coordinator, creating a high-performing culture that promotes accountability, continuous improvement and learning.
You will play a critical part in driving excellence in the quality of bids, tenders and proposals. You will oversee competitive tendering activity, strengthening bid processes (involving further integration of AI tools), embedding effective quality assurance arrangements and ensuring submissions are compelling, compliant, evidence-based and clearly demonstrate the impact of Victim Support's services.
Success in this role will also depend on the ability to build strong and productive relationships across the organisation. Working closely with operational leaders, finance, quality and performance, communications, policy and partnerships colleagues, you will ensure business development activity is informed by operational expertise and reflects organisational priorities.
This role is ideal for a collaborative and people-focused leader who combines strong business development expertise with a passion for developing teams, driving bid quality and delivering excellent cross-organisational working.
This role is home based (within England and Wales) with some national travel and overnight stays.
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us:
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Closing Date: Monday 12th October 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 4th November 2026
The Executive Director will provide strategic, operational and financial leadership for East London Dance, working in close partnership with the Creative Director & CEO to deliver the organisation’s vision and business plan, strengthening its position as an Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisation. The role leads people, culture, finance, governance, risk, operations, fundraising and stakeholder engagement, ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable, well-governed and equipped to deliver high-quality artistic and community programmes.
As a senior ambassador, the Executive Director builds strong relationships with funders, partners, trustees and stakeholders, while fostering an inclusive, collaborative and values-led culture. The role creates the conditions for a thriving team, turning creative ambition into organisational reality and supporting East London Dance’s long-term success.
We’re looking for someone who can help turn our ambition into a sustainable, thriving future – building the relationships and the funding that will carry us forward, and doing it alongside a team that already cares deeply about the organisation.
If you’re someone who loves building things, who knows how to bring people and money together, and who wants to help shape what east London’s cultural life looks like for years to come – we’d love to hear from you.
Job requirements:
Must bring substantial senior leadership experience, ideally Director, Deputy CEO or equivalent level, with evidence of strategic planning, organisational growth and performance management. Must have a proven track record in fundraising, business development and income generation, including securing funding, managing funder relationships and identifying new commercial or partnership opportunities; experience leading high-performing teams, managing change and strengthening organisational culture; strong financial acumen, including understanding budgets, balance sheets and financial decision-making; knowledge of charity governance, safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and risk management frameworks; experience working with Boards of Trustees. Must demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, be confident using Microsoft Suite, and have knowledge of ACE funding and reporting requirements.
Job Responsibilities:
Provides strategic, operational and financial leadership with Creative Director & CEO. The role translates the Business Plan into action, leads staff, freelancers and consultants, and develops an inclusive, high-performing culture. Key responsibilities include workforce planning, recruitment, HR compliance, performance management and staff wellbeing. The role oversees organisational systems, administration, IT and the operation of Talent House, including health and safety, compliance, venue hire and stakeholder relationships. They co-lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow monitoring and audit processes, while driving fundraising and income generation across grants, trusts, partnerships, sponsorship and earned income. The role also leads governance, risk management and business continuity planning, supports the Board of Trustees, develops strategic partnerships, represents the organisation externally and strengthens its profile, impact and long-term sustainability.
Apply via the East London Dance Website by Thursday 8 October, 12 Noon
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The Executive Assistant is a senior member of the Lead Bishop's Office, working closely with the Lead Bishop and Chaplain to extend and enable the Bishop's ministry and leadership across the Diocese of York. The postholder will provide proactive, strategic and highly professional executive support, ensuring that the Bishop's time, priorities and resources are used effectively in support of the Diocese's mission and ministry.
The Executive Assistant will act as a trusted colleague, organiser, coordinator and facilitator, helping to respond efficiently to a high volume of correspondence and invitations, to ensure that the Bishop is well prepared for meetings, visits and key decisions, that actions are followed through effectively, and that those who engage with the Bishop's Office receive a welcoming, responsive and pastorally sensitive service.
The role requires sound judgement, initiative, discretion and resilience, together with the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion and professional integrity. The ability to build positive relationships across the Diocese, the wider Church, civic life and local communities. The work is varied, demanding and often fast-moving. The successful postholder will bring a calm presence, excellent organisational skills, good humour and a commitment to supporting the flourishing of ministry and leadership in the Diocese of York.
Interviews will take place in person on Thursday 15 October 2026
Responsibilities
Executive Support to the Lead Bishop
Coordination of the Bishop's Ministry
Correspondence and Communications
Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management
Meetings, Visits and Events
Office Management, Finance, and Administration
Safeguarding, Compliance and Governance
General Expectations
The Executive Assistant will:
Person Specification
Essential
Experience
Knowledge and Skills
Personal Attributes
Desirable
Closing date for application is 04 October, 23:55
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



Deputy Outreach Manager
We are seeking an experienced people manager to lead high-quality services and improve outcomes for young people facing homelessness and complex challenges.
Salary: £32,606 per annum
Location: North Tyneside
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, full time
Closing date: 21 September 2026
About the role
Be the difference for young people facing homelessness.
As Deputy Outreach Manager, you will help lead services supporting young people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or experiencing other complex challenges. You will supervise and inspire frontline colleagues, maintain high standards of support and housing management, and help young people move towards safer, more independent futures.
Working closely with the wider management team, you will make confident decisions, manage risk and ensure services operate safely and effectively. You will also develop strong relationships with commissioners, stakeholders and delivery partners, representing the service at regular meetings and supporting successful partnership working.
Your key responsibilities will include:
· Supervising and supporting teams and individual staff members
· Ensuring young people receive safe, consistent and person-centred support
· Overseeing safeguarding, risk assessments and support planning
· Maintaining effective housing management and service standards
· Monitoring health and safety through regular checks, risk assessments and reporting
· Helping to manage local project budgets and resources
· Building productive relationships with commissioners, stakeholders and partner agencies
· Working with internal teams, including Finance, HR, Quality and Compliance, Fundraising and Communications
· Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation and continued development of the service
About you
You will be an experienced and proactive manager who can lead people, manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in complex situations.
You will bring:
· Experience of supervising teams and individual staff members
· Experience of delivering safe services to young people at risk, both in accommodation and within the community
· Strong decision-making and risk management skills
· Experience of safeguarding children and young people
· Knowledge of risk assessments and support planning
· Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills
· Strong professional boundaries and personal integrity
· The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners
· A commitment to equality, diversity, dignity and respect
Experience of working within Ofsted requirements would be desirable but is not essential.
About Depaul UK
Depaul UK exists to end homelessness and change the lives of people affected by it. Since 1989, the charity has provided accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK.
You will receive tailored training and development, 26 days’ annual leave rising with service, family-friendly policies, a pension with employer contributions of up to 7%, an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access, a cash health plan and retail and lifestyle discounts.
Depaul UK welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to fair, inclusive and safer recruitment. An appropriate DBS check will be undertaken where required.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Deputy Service Manager, Assistant Service Manager, Outreach Team Leader, Housing Services Manager, Supported Housing Manager, Homelessness Service Manager, Project Manager or Support Services Manager.
Please note this role is advertised by NFP People, the recruitment agency acting on behalf of Depaul UK.
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Are you a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional, with experience of charity accounting and a customer-focused approach? Do you take pride in ensuring income is accurately recorded and reported and enjoy working with data? The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity is seeking a Finance Officer (Income) to play a key role within our Finance team, helping to ensure the Charity's income is managed accurately and efficiently.
About the Role: The Finance Officer (Income) is a vital member of the Finance team, responsible for the accurate accounting, reconciliation, and reporting of the Charity's diverse income streams. You will manage the monthly income reconciliation process, prepare income journals, support Gift Aid accounting, and work closely with colleagues across Finance, Data and Fundraising teams to ensure income is recorded correctly and allocated to the appropriate funds and appeals.
The role offers the opportunity to gain broad experience across charity finance, including income accounting, fund accounting, Gift Aid, audit support, and financial controls. You will contribute to maintaining robust financial processes and help ensure the Charity can maximise the impact of every donation received.
Why Join Us? The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity supports one of the world’s leading cancer centres, funding ground-breaking research, cutting-edge equipment, and extraordinary patient care. We’ve exceeded our fundraising goals in recent years and aim to raise at least £215 million during our current five-year strategic period.
This is an exciting opportunity to further strengthen and develop the Finance function so it is well positioned to support the Charity through its five-year strategy, while playing a meaningful role in improving the lives of people living with cancer.
Ideal Candidate: You will have experience working within a finance team and be working towards a finance qualification, with strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. You will be comfortable working with large volumes of financial data, performing reconciliations, and investigating discrepancies.
You will bring strong Excel skills, a proactive and collaborative approach, and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting deadlines. Experience supporting audit or year-end processes and working with financial systems is essential. Above all, you will be committed to RMCC's purpose and values and motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
What We Offer
· 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
· Generous pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution (increasing to 8% after two years of employment)
· Flexible working options
· Study support for accountancy exams
· Life insurance, employee assistance programme, shopping and other discount schemes and more
· Bright, modern offices in Chelsea and Sutton with subsidised canteens
Inclusion Matters
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life.
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter of no more than 2 pages via CharityJob.
Closing date: Monday 21st September 2026 (11.30pm)
Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises money to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
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Are you looking to gain experience while working for a leading housing and homelessness charity?
We are looking for someone to join the Rent Service Team as Assistant Rent Service Partner.
This busy team processes Housing Benefit payments from 55 local authorities in the UK for up to 4000 St Mungo’s residents; and collect over £45 million in rent and service charge plays a key role in the organisation to support clients to rebuild their lives. In this role you will:
In this role you will be required to work for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Farringdon, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week, from home.
About you
We think these roles offer a great opportunity for proactive people looking to develop the skills required for future career progression. We encourage you to apply if you can provide excellent customer service and demonstrate the below:
St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
How to apply
We may close this advert early and encourage early application if you are interested.
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 28 September 2026
Interview and assessments on: 12 October 2026
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have existing and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment.
Successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
What we offer
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Residential & Commercial Property Manager
Hours: Minimum of 37.5 hours per week, normally Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role the working pattern may occasionally change to include evenings, weekends and Public Holidays, with reasonable notice provided or by prior agreement. This may be to support property inspections, tenant matters, or other operational requirements for example. TOIL will be provided for additional planned evening or weekend working in accordance with departmental arrangements.
Normal start and finish times may be reasonably adjusted with reasonable notice to meet operational requirements.
The role requires regular travel across the property portfolio and occasional travel to St James's Place, London, and other locations as required.
The Role
The Property Department is responsible for the facilities management and maintenance of the historic, residential and commercial properties belonging to the Rothschild Foundation and National Trust, including Waddesdon Manor, The Stables, Windmill Hill, the Five Arrows Hotel, The Bow, The Dairy, commercial and residential properties and various other smaller outbuildings, staff houses and general infrastructure.
The department is led by the Head of Property & Facilities Management, supported by the Facilities & Maintenance Manager, Residential & Commercial Property Manager and a team of skilled trade technicians, general facilities & maintenance operatives, grounds assistants and administrative and data support staff.
The Residential & Commercial Property Manager is responsible for the effective management, performance and development of the Rothschild Foundation's residential and commercial property portfolio, working within the strategic direction set by the Head of Property & Facilities Management.
What you will do
The role is responsible for maintaining high standards of landlord and property management, supporting optimal occupancy and rental income, ensuring appropriate legal and regulatory compliance, and providing a professional and responsive service to tenants and internal stakeholders.
The postholder line manages the Lettings Administrator and works closely with the Facilities & Maintenance Manager, Facilities & Maintenance Administrator, Property & Systems Data Lead, Finance and HR to ensure the effective management of the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Portfolio Management & Strategy
Residential Lettings & Tenancy Management
Staff Accommodation
Commercial Property Management
Property Maintenance & Condition
Compliance & Risk
Stakeholder & Professional Relationships
You will be a great fit if:
You’re a confident communicator and supportive manager who uses their judgement to identify risks and know when to seek advice or escalate issues. You’re an experienced residential property professional who enjoys managing lettings and tenancies, and navigating property legislation and compliance with confidence. You’re commercially minded and organised, with a good understanding of property maintenance, budgets and rental performance.
Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter for this role:
Essential
Desirable
Our areas of interest are Arts and Culture and Regenerative Food and Farming, where we make a number of multi-year investments each year.



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AKF(UK) JOB DESCRIPTION
1. JOB TITLE
Facilities and Operations Manager
2. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
JOB TITLE
FOR
2.1 REPORTS DIRECTLY TO
Head of Kings Cross Properties
Strategic direction, measuring performance against targets, regular reviews, role modelling, support, guidance, development and performance management.
2.2 REPORTS INDIRECTLY TO
AKF(UK) Property Committee
Reporting on financial results, compliance, company law, charities legislation.
2.3 DIRECT REPORTS
Facilities and Maintenance Assistant Manager
Facilities and Maintenance Officer x 3
Strategic & Operational direction, measuring performance against targets, regular reviews, role modelling, support, guidance, development and performance management.
3. JOB PURPOSE
In the heart of London’s Knowledge Quarter, the Aga Khan Centre (AKC) is a place for education, knowledge, cultural exchange and insight into Muslim Civilisations and is home to three organisations founded by His Highness the Aga Khan, The Institute of Ismaili Studies (IIS), the Aga Khan University Institute for the Study of Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC) and the Aga Khan Foundation United Kingdom (AKF(UK)).
This role is responsible for managing the effective functioning of the Aga Khan Centre to provide safe, efficient, secure, legally compliant and environmentally friendly spaces for residents, employees, students and visitors.
1. Leading a small team, the Facilities and Operations Manager will be responsible for providing a seamless support service to manage and deliver high quality proactive and reactive maintenance to a standard which is in accordance with the nature of the Aga Khan Centre and provides value for money. The role covers all aspects of repairs & maintenance including plumbing, air conditioning, electrics, building fabric, health & safety and emergency support and requires the postholder to be hands on, supporting the maintenance team with technical support, knowledge & coordination as well as executing PPM plans, managing contractors and overseeing and inspecting works.
The Facilities and Operations Manager will be a natural people person who leads with warmth, fairness and consistency, builds strong relationships across the team and the wider building, and is confident in managing day-to-day people situations with empathy, sound judgment and a balanced approach.
This is an office-based role, Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day (including a 1-hour unpaid break), to be worked flexibly within the hours of 8am and 6pm. Whilst weekend work is rare, there may be occasional requirements to attend site outside of normal working hours. The postholder will also be required to be on call for out of hours emergencies.
4. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
4.1 AKC Building Operations
· Oversee and manage the teams responsible for the reception, security and cleaning.
· To prepare and keep up to date the Facilities Management (FM) Plan for AKC and the approach taken for each ‘hard’ and ‘soft’ FM service, including planned preventative maintenance and lifecycle replacements, ensuring that a suitable, safe, high-quality operating environment is provided.
· To act as a point of contact for technical support in order to reduce supplier callouts and ensure the correct supplier is allocated to resolve the problem, after issues have been looked at in-house first.
· To manage, plan and monitor the day-to-day repairs and maintenance activities of the building management team, ensuring works are completed on time, to the highest quality and in line with the approved FM plan.
· To coordinate and manage activities of suppliers working in and around AKC including checking and approving completed work, ensuring it is on budget, within agreed timescales and to the quality required.
· To act on defects highlighted in suppliers’ reports and ensure resolution following up on any unresolved issues that could affect plant or equipment performance and safety.
· To ensure the AKC maintenance reporting system is updated with work carried out and outstanding tasks.
· To ensure maintenance supplies, spares and stock levels are monitored and supplies are always available.
· To receive, review, store and respond to suppliers’ reports, i.e. lifts, eye bolts, water sampling, lighting protection, etc. and supply a level of technical advice to ensure compliance with the relevant legislation.
· To maintain and review equipment asset registers and update accordingly.
· Responsible for the Health and Safety policy for AKC and liaising with outsourced consultants to ensure that AKC is compliant and required checks are carried out.
· To maintain all maintenance and H&S documents, registers and systems at all times and act as knowledge-holder on behalf of AKF(UK) for Operation Manuals, as-built drawings, maintenance records, licences and operating certificates related to AKC.
· Working in conjunction with the AKC IT team and external providers be responsible for the operation and maintenance of the core building services systems including for FM, Room Booking and Security.
· To adhere to the AKC environmental policy promoting and driving energy & water saving initiatives as well as recycling initiatives at all times.
· Plan and implement minor projects to optimize space utilisation within AKC. Participate as a key stakeholder in major projects.
· Support the relationships with the tenants of the AKC retail units.
· Ensure that the gardens embedded within the AKC, and the surrounding grounds and gardens are properly cared for and landscaped.
· Liaise with the Estate Landlord and their agents regarding estate management, central services, infrastructure and security issues and maintenance of the public realm around AKC
· Liaise with other building managers on the KX Estate and maintain good neighbourly relations.
· Respond to emergency situations or other urgent issues involving AKC.
4.2 AKC Building Administration
· To prepare an annual operational plan and budget for the AKC building management team.
· To provide commentary and analysis for the monthly building management finance report and work with the Property Finance Manager to ensure that there is an up to date forecast at all times.
· To lead any supplier procurement processes related to building management.
· Monitor and approve all building management supplier invoices and staff expenses for payment in line with approved budgets. Seek additional approvals for unbudgeted or excess expenditure.
· To ensure that safeguarding processes are embedded into all building management operations, all building management supplier contracts and the building management policies and processes.
· To routinely review standards of service and ensure best practices are being followed and to benchmark the costs of AKC building management against equivalent buildings to assess and demonstrate value for money.
· Manage and maintain the SLA standards, KPIs and targets for the AKC building management team.
· To own the AKC building management risk register ensuring that it is up to date at all times.
· To attend the AKF(UK) Property Committee meetings
· Work flexibly in terms of working hours to support and accommodate events and incidents outside of regular working hours.
· To ensure all tasks from the Security Audit are completed promptly, while maintaining up to date policies including the Critical Incident Plan and Office Security Plan
4.3 AKC Events
· To ensure that the building management team support the events management team with all large and complex events, including organising facilities for car parking, traffic control, security, first aid, and hospitality.
· To ensure that the building management team supports the dismantling and removal of the event materials and clearing the venue efficiently.
4.4 People Management
· Help the AKF(UK) CEO and Senior Management Team promote an organisational culture of teamwork and service, high-quality, transparency and accountability, innovation, and inclusiveness.
· Supervise, coach and mentor building management staff, building a highly skilled and motivated team demonstrating best practice in the sector and exemplifying AKF (UK) values and behaviours.
· Oversee and set annual performance objectives and evaluate performance in accordance with the AKF (UK)’s staff performance management procedures.
· Identify staff with potential for advancement and, as part of succession planning, contribute to their development.
· Build a culture throughout the building management team of continuous improvement, in which staff are cognizant of and influence the broader learning agenda alongside delivery objectives.
Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Head of Kings Cross Properties.
5. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ATTRIBUTES & BEHAVIOURS
5.1 Qualifications
· A degree in Facilities Management or similar qualification would be an advantage.
5.2 Experience
· Experience of staff management
· Experience of managing third-party contractors
· Experience in managing complex mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
· Experience of managing planned preventative maintenance for hard and soft services
· Experience of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
· Experience in planning programmes of work for maintenance in accordance with the buildings requirements and identifying gaps in the maintenance strategy.
· Experience of identifying trends and developing/implementing management reports.
· Experience in a similar field e.g. school, university or charity.
5.3 Skills
· Good interpersonal, customer care and liaison with a wide range of stakeholders
· Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical personnel.
· Ability to work both strategically and operationally.
· Ability to successfully manage time, plans and other related tasks.
· Ability to continuously meet targets and surpass expectations.
· Ability to lead, inspire and motivate a team to meet objectives.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
· Good presentation skills.
· Excellent communication skills and able to communicate with internal and external customers.
· Commercially aware with good negotiating skills.
· Excellent client facing skills with the confidence to deal with people at all levels.
· Capable of working independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team.
· Good numeracy and presentation skills.
· Self-motivated, action-focused and with a proactive approach.
· Ability to always maintain a professional appearance and approach.
· Proven ability to deal with change.
5.4 Knowledge
· Knowledge of statutory legislation (Pressure Systems Safety Regs, HSG 274 Parts 1, 2, 3, 17th Edition Electrical Regs, LOLER, Working at Height Regs, etc.) and capable of verifying certification relating to the relevant statutory legislation.
· Thorough understanding of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety).
· Working knowledge of a CAFM system (Concept Evolution, TABS FM etc.)
· A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Project, Excel and PowerPoint.
· Awareness of sustainability and energy efficiency practices
5.5 Attributes
· Demonstrates equity, transparency and integrity with high personal and organisational ethical standards; is fair, honest and trustworthy with respect for confidentiality; inspires and builds trust and respect.
· Respectful of diversity; sensitive towards others; open and understanding toward other people’s cultures, values, autonomy, and faiths; demonstrates compassion and empathy; is courteous to others with respect for their background, religion, gender and age
· Committed to acting ethically and upholding safeguarding standards towards all staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries of the organisation.
5.6 Behaviours
· Communicates clearly and concisely, individually and across a broad scope of stakeholders and communities; expresses complex ideas and concepts in simple terms; listens to the views of others; changes communication styles to meet individual and audience needs; encourages dialogue and effective communication by others.
· Builds, maintains and deepens constructive and effective relationships with stakeholders, changes approach to achieve desired results if required.
· Has a customer focused approach, is flexible and always puts the good of others at the centre of decision making; optimises the culture of volunteerism and respect for others and is dedicated to AKF’s purpose and fulfilling the mission.
· Is a supportive team player, collaborates creating a culture of knowledge sharing and team learning. Is proactive in teamwork.
· Inspires self and others to greater performance, professional standards and results; likes to get things done; accepts new challenges and opportunities to enable self-reliance and achievement of full potential; gives and receives timely balanced feedback.
· Acknowledges creativity; adapts established methods for new uses; is focused on improving systems and processes; open to change; analyses, synthesises and challenges conventional thinking.
· Enterprising attitude that is quick to search out alternative solutions to needs or problems; creates and participates in communities of practice to establish networks of problem solving and organisational learning.
· Drives commitment to delivering high quality results with cost-effective use of resources; sets appropriate deliverables and uses innovative working methods to develop capacity, capability and a sustainable environment; has a clear vision of outcome and communicates this to inspire resources.
6. KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Internal Relationships
· AKC Events
· AKC IT
· AKC Gallery
· IIS
· AKU-ISMC
External Relationships
· Suppliers
· Kings Cross Estate
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Senior Finance Officer
We are seeking an experienced finance professional to lead accounts payable operations and help ensure strong financial controls at Depaul UK.
Position: Senior Finance Officer - Payables
Salary: £41,484 per annum
Location: London
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 21 September 2026
About the role
Depaul UK is looking for a Senior Finance Officer - Payables to take the lead on the day-to-day delivery of an accurate, efficient and well-controlled accounts payable function.
You will oversee purchase ledger operations, weekly payment runs, supplier reconciliations and month-end processes, while supporting colleagues across the organisation and identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes.
Key responsibilities include:
· Leading the day-to-day operation of the purchase ledger function
· Preparing and managing weekly payment runs
· Ensuring staff expenses and non-payroll costs are processed in line with internal controls
· Completing monthly purchase ledger reconciliations and reviewing aged creditors
· Managing banking and credit card administration
· Leading system administration and support for the Business Central finance system
· Preparing month-end prepayments, accruals, allocations and control account reconciliations
· Reviewing and approving month-end journals and reconciliations
· Supporting year-end audit preparation and responding to audit queries
· Line managing the Finance Assistant - Purchase Ledger
· Supporting continuous improvement and greater automation across finance processes
About you
You will be a part-qualified accountant or bring substantial practical experience gained across a range of finance roles.
You will have excellent knowledge of end-to-end purchase ledger processes and experience preparing accounts to trial balance stage. Strong IT skills are essential, alongside the confidence to identify opportunities to improve efficiency through systems and automation.
You will also need excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to prioritise effectively and experience of supporting or managing colleagues.
Above all, you will bring personal and professional integrity and share Depaul UK's commitment to equality, inclusion and creating better futures for young people.
About Depaul UK
Depaul UK has been working to tackle homelessness since 1989. From its beginnings as a single housing project in North London, the charity has grown to provide accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK.
Inspired by the values of St Vincent de Paul, Depaul UK believes in the intrinsic worth of every person and takes practical, bold action to help people build brighter futures.
Benefits include 26 days' annual leave, increasing with service, pension contributions of up to 7%, tailored training and development, flexible working options where suitable, a cash health plan, Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access and a range of retail, travel and wellbeing discounts.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Senior Finance Officer, Accounts Payable Officer, Senior Accounts Payable Officer, Purchase Ledger Manager, Finance Officer, Senior Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable Supervisor, Purchase Ledger Supervisor, Finance Team Leader or Assistant Accountant.
Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. 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 150 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 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 provide 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.
The Deputy Fitness Centre Manager is a role that is largely based on site (80:20 split) and the post holder will work a minimum of 14 hours per week at front of house, leading delivery. Shift patterns and start times will be dependent on the needs of the business. This will mean occasions when late, early and weekend work will be required. Shift location will vary between our sites. Provided staffing needs are met, the role holder will be able to work from home one day per week. They will utilise customer feedback and insight on our target market, to optimise our service.
The Deputy Fitness Centre Manager is responsible for maximising the number of students using TeamUCL Gyms and ensuring all members have an excellent user experience. They have oversight for the holistic member journey including promotion, joining, induction and retention. Ensuring both the digital and in-person experience exceeds member expectations. They will have autonomy to be agile and responsive to member needs, adapting the customer journey to the changing needs.
An outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.


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Harris Hill is recruiting for a Head of Financial Planning – Business Partnering for this well-established University based in Buckinghamshire. (Hybrid)
THIS IS AN URGENT POSITION. THEREFORE PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY. INTERVIEWS ARE IN THE NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS
Job Context
The Head of Financial Planning – Business Partnering is a senior member of the Finance leadership team, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer, Head of Financial Operations and University Executive. The role provides strategic leadership for the University's financial planning, performance management and business partnering activities, ensuring that financial insight, forecasting, modelling and analysis support decision making at all levels of the institution.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide senior leadership of the University's financial planning, management reporting, and business partnering functions, and to design, implement, and continuously improve the processes, tools, and analytical frameworks that support sound financial decision-making across the institution and its subsidiaries.
Responsibility
The postholder is accountable for the accuracy, timeliness, and quality of management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis presented to the University's Executive, governance committees, and Council. The role requires the identification and resolution of complex financial problems, the exercise of independent professional judgement, and the production of evidence-based recommendations on matters of strategic significance.
The Role
The role leads the Finance Business Partnering function and is responsible for developing organisational capability, improving financial understanding across the institution and embedding a culture of evidence-based decision making that supports delivery of the University's strategic objectives.
Job Title:
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 per annum
Band: Senior Leadership Team
Contract length: Permanent - 35 hours per week, full time. Hybrid working
Location:London-based, primarily Guildhall (EC2V 7HH) and Bow Lock (E3 3JY), with work across Thames21 project locations.
Responsible to: Chief Executive
Responsible for: Improving Rivers Managers and associated staff.
About Thames21:
Thames21 is an environmental charity which works across London and the Thames Basin to deliver high-impact nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crisis by restoring rivers, whilst also connecting communities to their local green-blue spaces and inspiring long-term stewardship of them.
Diversity at Thames21
Thames21 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve across London and the Thames Basin. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences.
Purpose of the role
Lead and grow Thames21’s Improving Rivers Team to deliver high-quality river restoration, catchment management and environmental evidence programmes, while contributing to organisational growth and strategic partnerships.
Key relationships
Chief Executive and Senior Management Team, Improving Rivers Managers, Finance, Fundraising/Partnerships, external partners including the Environment Agency, water companies, local authorities, GLA and mayoral bodies, academic partners, environmental NGOs and funders.
Main duties and responsibilities
1) Strategic leadership & portfolio growth
· Lead the strategic development of the Improving Rivers portfolio, setting clear objectives and outcomes aligned to Thames21’s plan (2023–2028).
· As a member of the Senior Management Team, contribute to organisational strategy, financial sustainability, risk management and culture across Thames21.
· Translate strategy into actionable delivery plans with measurable targets and milestones.
· Embed effective monitoring & evaluation across projects and programmes to evidence impact and inform decision‑making.
· Contributing to organisational risk management and business planning.
· Champion innovation and the use of environmental/nature finance mechanisms where appropriate to scale delivery.
2) Programme oversight, quality & compliance
· Direct and support Improving Rivers Managers to deliver a coherent programme of work across river restoration, evidence, and catchment partnerships.
· Enable cross‑team collaboration (with the Engagement & Learning Team and others) to maximise multiple benefits for people and nature.
· Ensure robust project governance, risk management and reporting. Oversee Health & Safety and CDM compliance and safe systems of work.
· Act as one of the Duty Senior Managers in the weekend cover rota
· Establish and maintain portfolio measurement indices and ensure timely data entry into Thames21 platforms.
3) People leadership & culture
· Lead, motivate and develop Improving Rivers Managers; set clear objectives, undertake regular 1:1s, appraisals and PDPs.
· Foster an inclusive, collaborative and high‑performance culture. Ensure staff wellbeing and professional development.
· Plan and chair IR team and managers’ meetings. Maintain effective internal communications and knowledge‑sharing (e.g., SharePoint).
4) Finance, funding & organisational development
· Hold delegated authority for budget setting and expenditure sign‑off within the portfolio. Ensure accurate financial planning, management and reporting.
· Support development of high‑quality bids and funding agreements (statutory, partnership and philanthropic), including large strategic bids and environmental market opportunities by providing technical expertise, programme design and partner engagement.
· Work with Finance and Fundraising to strengthen controls, update relevant policies/processes, and ensure audit‑ready documentation.
· Contribute to whole‑organisation systems, policies and processes that support effective delivery and financial resilience.
6) External relations & advocacy
· Represent Thames21 with senior stakeholders (e.g., Environment Agency, water companies, GLA/mayoral teams, local authorities, eNGOs, funders, corporate partners and the Rivers Trust).
· Build and steward strategic partnerships and alliances that enable delivery at scale and unlock new funding and policy influence.
· Act as a confident spokesperson for Thames21 when required.
7) Reporting, governance & data
· Ensure timely and accurate portfolio reporting for SMT and Board, including dashboards/infographics and risk register updates.
· Promote effective use of organisational systems and data within the team to improve efficiency and data quality.
Key performance indicators (portfolio‑level)
· Water quality - monitoring & investigation: improved evidence base and prioritisation of pollution sources for resolution.
· Improving water quality - implementation of evidence‑based actions at catchment scale.
· Flows - natural flood management outcomes and strengthened drought/low‑flow resilience.
· River/wetland enhancement, restoration & connectivity - ecological condition and connectivity improved.
· Catchment‑based approach - strengthened hosting and partnership effectiveness.
Other Duties
This job description cannot cover every issue or task that may arise within Thames21. At various times the post-holder will be directed to carry out other reasonable duties in support of other Thames21 activities that are consistent with those in this Job Description. For more information and how to apply
Additional Information
· The role may require occasional evening and weekend work. Travel across London and the Thames Basin as needed.
· 25 days annual leave (plus public holidays) and office closure between Christmas and New Year; flexitime/TOIL.
· Auto‑enrolment workplace pension with NEST with 8% employer contribution
· Laptop and mobile phone for company use; season‑ticket/bike loan (interest‑free).
· 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme.
Please follow thw application instructions later on in the Charity Job application process 5pm on Friday 2 October 2026. Please mark the reference of your application (HIR0926).
We appreciate the time you will have taken to apply to this role, and we do appreciate that it is disconcerting when you don’t hear back from a role you have applied for. However, due to the high number of applications we expect to receive,we are unable respond to or give feedback on individual applications, but we do want to be able manage expectations. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Thames21 aims to improve the quality of life of people in the community by enhancing waterway environments.


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About Bank Workers Charity
At Bank Workers Charity, we help people in the banking community live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives. Guided by our values of Integrity, Caring, Respect, Achievement and Fairness, we're committed to creating a positive and inclusive workplace where people can thrive.
About the Role
We're looking for an organised and proactive People Administrator to join our People & Culture team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with HR administration experience who wants to develop their career in a supportive, values-led organisation.
You'll provide high-quality HR support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, learning and development, employee benefits, HR systems and employee engagement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
About You
You'll have:
Desirable: CIPD Level 3 (or working towards), charity sector experience, learning & development or employee relations administration experience.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to the full employee lifecycle, work closely with experienced HR professionals, and make a real difference within a charity that supports people in the banking community.
Our Benefits:
If you're interested in joining us, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the requirements of the role by 22 September 2026. Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 28 September 2026.
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As Fearless Youth Lead for Scotland, you will lead a national programme that empowers young people to understand crime-related issues and overcome barriers to reporting crime safely and anonymously. Working with schools, communities, government partners and key stakeholders, you will drive engagement campaigns, develop meaningful partnerships and lead a small team to deliver positive outcomes for young people across Scotland.
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FTC until March 2029 | Full time | Based in Scotland (Glasgow/Edinburgh) with regular travel | £36,000 - £38,000 DOE | PVG required
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