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We are seeking an organised, proactive, and resourceful Administration and Facilities Officer to support the Northern Ireland Director in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office . The role will ensure:

• The efficient operations and facilities co-ordination of our Northern Ireland (NI) office
• Provide administrative support to the NI Director
• Facilities and admin support to the NI retail function when required

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in fostering a collaborative and well-organised office environment, enabling the Concern NI team to effectively develop and grow as a regional team.

About You: 

ESSENTIAL

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience in financial administration tasks (e.g., petty cash, expense processing, purchase orders).
• Familiarity with health & safety regulations and compliance (e.g., risk assessments, fire safety, first aid).
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders, such as suppliers, landlords, fundraising teams, and senior management.
• Experience in a supporter care, customer service, or donor relations role, handling inquiries professionally.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written), with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external contacts, working as a team and contributing your ideas
• Strong administration skills and attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping, document preparation, and financial processing.
• Confident in IT and picking up new systems
• Good working knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to work with CRM/databases (e.g., Dynamics 365 or similar).
• Ability to problem-solve and improve processes to enhance efficiency in office operations.
• Ability to multi task and handle a varied role
• Good time management, self-motivated and ability to meet deadlines

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and resourceful, with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong commitment to the values of an international development charity, including diversity, equality, and inclusion

DESIRABLE

• Experience in the charity or fundraising sector.
• Experience in event coordination or supporter engagement activities.
• Understanding of budget management and supplier contracts

Please visit Concern Worldwide (UK) careers page to view the full job description and person specification.

About us: 

We are an international humanitarian organisation that strives for a world free from poverty, fear and oppression. We deliver life-saving and life-changing interventions to the world's poorest and most vulnerable people. From rapid emergency response to innovative development programming, we go to the hardest to reach places to make sure that no-one is left behind. With almost 4,500 staff of more than 50 nationalities, Concern operates in 24 of the world’s poorest countries, helping people to achieve major and long-lasting improvements in their lives. 

Benefits
•    25 days’ annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees.
•    Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
•    Flexible hours and hybrid working
•    Annual leave purchase scheme
•    Enhanced parental leave pay
•    Stakeholder pension
•    Season ticket loan
•    Cycle scheme
•    Life assurance
•    Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Details of our benefits could be found on our website

Job Location: Belfast (Hybrid)

This post is hybrid with Mon-Thurs office based and Friday’s working from home. This is a great opportunity to be part of a vibrant team focused on transforming the lives of people living in extreme poverty.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: 

Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organisation. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations, and is committed to promoting equality. 

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.

Conditions of Appointment: 

Salary Band: GB4

Salary: £24,060–£26,732.80 per annum (based on 28 hours per week).

Full‑time equivalent: £30,075–£33,416 per annum (35 hours per week).

New employees will normally start at the minimum of the pay band, with scope for progression over time.

This is a permanent, part-time post based on 4 days working week (28 hours per week - 0.8fte). The normal full-time working week is 35 hours.

The successful post holder will be required to complete a Basic AccessNI check and sign a criminal records self-declaration form.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working with Concern Worldwide. This will depend on the nature of the position, together with the circumstances and background of your offences. 

The key responsibilites for the Operations Administrator will be: Governance and organisational management, Volunteer and HR administration,Travel and logistics, Meetings and co-ordination

We’re looking for someone who’s practical, reliable, accurate, confident in managing multiple tasks and able to prioritise effectively. Working for a small international charity (headcount 6 all P/T), you will also need to enjoy being proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a remote, global environment. 

As our current CEO steps down after five successful years, we are looking for an outstanding candidate to lead our charity in the next stage of its development.

As Chief Executive Officer you will provide strategic and operational leadership to our well-established community charity, ensuring that our activities and projects continue to meet the changing needs of our local community.

You will work closely with the board of trustees to shape the next stage of our charity’s development. You will lead our staff team and ensure that all the resources and structures are in place that allow them and the charity to flourish. This means successfully securing grant funding, leading our community fundraising efforts, ensuring the charity meets its legal and regulatory obligations, managing the operational finances, and building effective partnerships within the local voluntary, community, and faith sector.

You will be equally comfortable writing a funding bid, supporting a member of staff, navigating a spreadsheet, working directly with beneficiaries, and providing concise and accessible reports to trustees and stakeholders. This is a varied role where no two days are quite the same. Your work will make a real difference to the lives of those we support and this is what makes it so rewarding.

For more information please see the recruitment pack attached. The closing date for applications is Friday 17 April 2026.

• £47,907 per annum
• Full time, 35 hours per week
• Fixed term contract for 12 months

About the role

London-based roles: London-based contract with the option of hybrid working between the office and home.

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy is seeking a Trade Union Project Officer to help strengthen our organising, bargaining and employment relations work across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to use their research, communication and analytical skills to make a real difference to the working lives of physiotherapy staff.

You will play a central role in ensuring that reps and members are equipped with high‑quality, accessible and timely information on employment and trade union matters. You will develop, draft and update a wide range of resources, from briefings and reports to guidance, consultation responses and content for print and digital channels.

A key part of the role will be supporting bargaining and negotiation at local, regional, country and UK levels. You will source and analyse quantitative and qualitative information to determine and develop information resources and potential projects.

You will also have the opportunity to lead and support discrete pieces of project work, providing expertise and backfill as needed, contributing to the wider programme of work across the directorate.

Working arrangements

Hybrid working

The CSP operates a hybrid working model, allowing employees to work between their home and the office. While we do not stipulate the number of days in the office, employees can decide, through discussions with their line managers, how, when, and where they work best, balancing the needs of the CSP, the team, and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which include a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from.

Flexible working

We currently have employees working part-time, job share, compressed hours, adjusted start and finish times, and other non-standard working patterns. We are open to considering alternative arrangements and would welcome discussion with successful candidates about any specific flexibility they may require, subject to organisational needs. 

Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy?

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 67,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.

At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the best possible outcomes for our members. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please visit the website for further information. 

We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Office closure between 25 December and 01 January
• A generous pension scheme with 12% employer contribution

How to apply

Please click on the ‘Apply online’ tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted.

As part of the application process, candidates will be asked to provide written responses to six criteria, which can be found in the Candidate Information Pack.

Closing date: 10am, 15 April 2026.
Shortlisting outcome: W/C 20 April 2026.
Interview date: 1 May 2026 (virtual via MS Teams/Zoom).

Equality, Diversity and Belonging

Accessibility and adjustments

To support an equitable and accessible recruitment experience, we actively encourage candidates to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages. Please contact HR, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Disability Confident Scheme

As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, candidates who declare a disability and meet all the essential criteria will normally be shortlisted for interview. In the event of a high volume of applications, we may choose to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled candidates. In such cases, a proportionate number of disabled candidates will be shortlisted for interview.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and belonging

The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages. To view our equity, diversity and belonging strategy, please visit the website.. 

NO AGENCIES

Epic is looking for a Finance & Administration Officer to support the Operations Department of an international charity supporting high-impact non-profit organisations.

The Finance & Administration Officer will work under the leadership of the Director of Finance & Administration. 

This position will allow the successful candidate to acquire hands-on experience across payroll coordination, organisational operations, financial administration, and grantmaking support within a fast-growing international non-profit organisation. As a portion of the Epic team is based in Paris, a good working knowledge of French (spoken and written) is required.

This position will work with a deeply engaged team in an international environment. Given the versatile nature of the responsibilities and the small team size, candidates will need to demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to take ownership while working independently.

Epic offers an enriching and agreeable work environment with opportunities for professional growth and network development. This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative organisation that places social impact at the heart of its mission.

Responsibilities 

Financial & Grant Coordination

• Support Epic’s bi-annual grantmaking process, including but not limited to drafting and distributing grant agreements and archiving documentation.

• Manage the process of financial reporting from Epic’s portfolio organisations, coordinating with the Operations and Programs teams to verify compliance with Epic’s reporting requirements.

• Assist with administrative monitoring of supported organisations, including data collection and documentation management.

• Process invoices and reimbursements, maintaining accurate payment trackers and supporting financial operations.

• Collect, organise, and archive invoices and accounting documentation to ensure financial compliance and efficient record keeping.

• Initiate bank transfers in the absence of the responsible person.

• Review donation records in Salesforce, help reconcile them with the accounting records, and ensure supporting documentation is complete and properly archived.
   

HR admin & Payroll Management

• Maintain and update HR policies, including the Employee Handbook, ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations in the UK and France.

• Manage employment contract administration for employees, interns, volunteers, and consultants or any other type of contracts across France and the UK, ensuring compliance with relevant legal frameworks.

• Manage payroll for France and the UK directly through the PayFit payroll platform, ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and compliance with local employment and tax regulations.

• Coordinate relationships with external benefits and training partners (e.g. healthcare providers, occupational health department (France), and training bodies.

• Support managers with recruitment and onboarding processes across teams (distributing screening questionnaires, preparing onboarding plans, coordinating onboarding logistics, etc.).

• Manage administrative onboarding and offboarding for employees, interns, and volunteers, ensuring a smooth and well-structured integration and offboarding process. 

• Help organize team trainings and monitor individual staff trainings.

• Manage and update workplace risk assessments.

• Help manage all other obligatory processes stipulated by the labour code.

Operations & Administrative Management

• Conduct research and manage procurement processes for administrative goods and services.

• Maintain office supplies, services, and operational inventory, ensuring timely procurement and efficient management.

• Support regulatory declarations and submissions to relevant authorities and institutional stakeholders.

• Contribute to the optimisation and streamlining of administrative and operational workflows.

Other Responsibilities

• Provide support on additional HR, financial, or operational projects as required.

• Any other task that may be requested in the scope of these general responsibilities.

Position Requirements

• Must have the right to work in the United Kingdom 

• Proven professional experience within a startup or small non-profit/charity environment, demonstrating the ability to operate effectively in a fast-evolving international organisation.

• Dynamic, open, and autonomous disposition 

• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with an impeccable attention to detail

• Good knowledge of HR administration and employment practices in international or multi-country environments

• Excellent level of English and professional working proficiency in French (written and spoken). Please note that interviews will be conducted in both English and French. 

• Mastery of Google Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Salesforce or another CRM is also desired.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience 

Contract Details

• Position based in London, UK.

• Contract type Permanent – Full-time

• Working hours: 40 hours per week

• Salary range: £32-37k / gross annual

• Position to fill as soon as possible.

Employee Benefits 

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Up to 2 days of teleworking per week.

• 5 weeks of paid holiday annually, not including bank holidays, with additional office closure between Christmas and New Year's. 

• Access to private healthcare coverage through our healthcare partner, BUPA, fully covered by Epic for the employee and 50% coverage for partner and/or dependents. 

• Retirement Savings Plan: Enrolling in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan with employer contributions 3%.

• £150 culture/sport allowance per year for all eligible staff on a permanent contract and who have successfully completed their trial period.

• Workplace Amenities: Access to modern workplace amenities: onsite cafes and snacks, and recreational facilities.

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most 

At Home-Start Richmond, Kingston and Hounslow, we believe that childhood can’t wait. We’re a vibrant, community-rooted charity supporting families through the critical early years of parenting. Our volunteers and staff work side-by-side with families, offering emotional and practical support, building confidence, and creating lasting connections. 

We are now seeking an Impact and Operations Manager to join our passionate team and shape the future of our services. 

About the Role 

This is a unique opportunity to lead our impact and operations strategy, ensuring we have the insight, tools, and systems to deliver high-quality support to families. You’ll play a pivotal role in measuring and communicating our impact, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and manage data collection, evaluation, and reporting across all family support services 

• Develop tailored reports and insights for internal and external stakeholders 

• Collaborate on funding applications with the CEO and Head of Marketing & Fundraising 

• Oversee administrative systems and policies, including GDPR compliance and HR processes 

• Manage office operations, including tech support, premises, and general administration, and line manage operations and data & impact team 

• Contribute to strategic planning and service innovation using data and insight 

• Strengthen our presence across local and national networks in partnership with the Senior Management Team 

What You’ll Bring 

• Strong experience in managing and interpreting data to drive impact and inform strategy 

• Strategic thinking with the ability to manage multiple projects and deliver results 

• Confidence with technology and quick ability to learn new tools and systems 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong relationships 

• A curious, analytical mindset and a passion for telling the story of our work 

Why Join Us? 

• A flexible, hybrid working model co-designed with our team 

• A supportive, inclusive, and values-driven culture 

• A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of local families 

• Excellent pension and generous annual leave 

Transform is seeking an organised and diligent Finance & Administration Manager to join our team.

Transform is a biennial festival of powerful international performance, based right here in Leeds. Every two years, we assemble artists from across the globe to present thrilling theatre, dance and performance to diverse audiences in their thousands across the city.

We’re looking for a capable, personable and experienced professional working in finance or administration who thrives on supporting organisations to run smoothly and efficiently. Organised, proactive and rigorous, you’ll be familiar with developing and leading effective administrative and financial systems. You’ll have an interest in contemporary arts and understand the value of Transform’s work.

About the role

Job title Finance & Administration Manager

Contract Part time, 3 days a week. Permanent contract. Working days ideally Monday–Wednesday but we are open to hours being split differently across the week and happy to discuss flexible approaches

Salary £36,000 per annum, pro-rata

Pension employer contribution 4%

Location Hybrid role. 1-2 office-based days per week in Mabgate, Leeds

Annual leave 33 days per year including bank holidays (20 days including bank holidays pro rata 0.6)

Line manager Artistic Director/CEO

Key relationships Executive Producer, Senior Communications Manager

Responsible for Payroll provider, Bookkeeper, Accountant (rolling freelance contracts)

Application deadline Monday 20 April, midday

Please see the job pack on our website for the full job description, person specification and information on how to apply.

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.

Location: While not required to be based in London, this role does require a regular presence in our London office and pan London sites, with a minimum of one day per week onsite. Home working is available in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy. Occasional travel may also be required to other locations across Crisis.

Roles: We are currently recruiting for two permanent vacancies.

About the role

Crisis is recruiting 2 x People Advisors to collaborate with a variety of Directorates including Client Services, Commerce and Enterprise, People and Resources, and Policy and Social Change. The roles will work closely with other People Team colleagues to enable the People and Culture function to boldly deliver an excellent service to Crisis’s managers and people.

These are varied and exciting roles, with a primary focus on managing employee relations caseloads, alongside opportunities to contribute to People and Culture policies, wellbeing initiatives and project work to make a positive impact across the directorates you support.

As a People Advisor, you will be given autonomy to apply your expertise in employee relations, engagement, and people policy to provide customer focussed, pragmatic, and credible advice to managers ensuring equitable practices throughout as priority. These are fantastic opportunities in a supportive and friendly team!

About you

To be successful in these roles you will have experience of advising on a range of employment areas. You will be able to demonstrate how you’ve advised and supported managers through, sometimes complex ER issues, to reach a resolution. You will be confident in your knowledge, ability and interpretation of employment law and best practice, and comfortable building relationships with colleagues, to provide appropriate challenge. You will be interested in shaping People and Culture policy and implementing modern practices.

It would be desirable for one of the roles if you have experience of providing People (HR) support in a charity retail environment with the ability to travel and meet with our managers on site across our London shops and warehouse. Both roles will support some of our client services across the UK so occasional travel to some of our regional locations would be required to support the leadership teams on site.

If this sounds like you and you want to help deliver our People Team advisory service at this exciting time, we want to hear from you.

Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.

We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.

Working at Crisis

Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.

Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:

• A competitive salary. Please note our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage
• Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay
• Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
• Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly
• And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.

When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.

How do I apply?

Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.

Closing date: Wednesday 15th April 2026 at 23:59

Interview date and location: Wednesday 29th April 2026 – Online via Microsoft Teams

Interview process: Competency-based interview + written task.

AI in Job Applications

We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences

Accessibility

We welcome applications from people who identify as neuro diverse and want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email  our Talent Acquisition team who will contact you to discuss how we can help. (Contact details on our website)
 
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094

Are you an experienced, driven project manager with passion for improving health outcomes? 

The RCR, in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support, is leading a national review into cancer multidisciplinary team (MDTs) improvement — a key commitment in the National Cancer Plan. We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to drive this high-profile programme and deliver meaningful change for cancer services. 

This is a rare opportunity to shape how cancer teams work across the country and to deliver meaningful improvements for patients, clinicians and the wider cancer workforce. 

As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of the planning, coordination and delivery of the Cancer MDT Reform Programme. You’ll work closely with senior leaders across the health system including NHS England, Macmillan Cancer Support and the Department of Health and Social Care as well as senior Officers at the RCR, including regular reporting to our Vice-President for Clinical Oncology. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Leading the full project lifecycle, from developing detailed project plans to managing risks, timelines and reporting. 
• Delivering a large two-day national stakeholder event to gather insight and build consensus across the cancer community. 
• Drafting high-impact written outputs, including a flagship report outlining recommendations for MDT improvement to be shared with government. 
• Collaborating with DHSC and NHSE to support the development of future MDT guidance. 
• Building strong, productive relationships with clinicians, NHS partners, national charities, Royal Colleges and internal teams. 
• Line managing the Project Administrator and fostering an effective and motivated project team. 

What you’ll need:

• Strong project management experience, with a record of delivering complex programmes to time and quality.
• Experience working with senior leaders and managing competing demands effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling, authoritative materials.
• A collaborative, proactive approach, and confidence in working across diverse teams and professions.
• Knowledge or experience of cancer care, clinical services, or wider health policy — highly desirable given the nature of the project.
• Event management experience (desirable). 

By joining us you will get to make a real impact on cancer services across the UK, lead a nationally significant project shaping the future of cancer care and join a supportive, mission-driven organisation!

Why join us

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (60% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Steel Valley Project carries out a diverse range of countryside and green space projects in Sheffield and the surrounding areas, working with partners, volunteers, the local community and schools to improve the area for people and wildlife.

The Business Support Officer will provide support to the team through a range of administration, finance, marketing and HR tasks and work as part of our small staff team, alongside a number of volunteers.

The role will include general administrative support, co-ordinating office based systems & procedures, providing HR support and marketing the work of the charity, liaising with the General Manager, other officers and volunteers.

The ideal candidate will have experience of work in administration, finance, HR, marketing and will have excellent communication and IT skills, alongside an enthusiasm for the charity and environment sectors.

Based in our Stocksbridge office, the role will consist of 15 working hours per week and a staff pension is available.

Applications close on Tuesday 14th April 2026

Interviews will be held on Wedsday 22nd April 2026

We are currently looking for a Head of Culture, Learning & Inclusion to join our People & Culture team on a full time, permanent contract.

The Head of Culture, Learning & Inclusion leads on the ongoing development and delivery of Southbank Centre’s strategies on Workforce Equality, Diversity & Inclusion; Learning & Talent Development, Culture Development,  Internal Communications and Colleague Engagement. Driving measurable change through the delivery of these strategies, building colleague skills, capabilities and engagement and developing SC’s employer brand as a welcoming, values-led and inclusive place to work. 

Please download the attached Job Description for a full overview of this role's responsibilities.
If you are viewing on a job board, please navigate to our vacancies webpage to find the original advert.

The annual salary stated is based on the Full-Time Equivalent (40 hours per week). If the job is part-time, the weekly hours will be stated within the advert.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.

Please note, applications sent via Email or 3rd party agencies will not be considered.

Need reasonable adjustments? Please contact us so we can help make the application process accessible to you. Be sure to include the job you are applying for and your full name.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. By attracting people with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. The Southbank Centre is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• The Head of Culture, Learning & Inclusion leads on the ongoing development and delivery of Southbank Centre’s strategies on Workforce Equality, Diversity & Inclusion; Learning & Talent Development, Culture Development, Internal Communications and Colleague Engagement.
• Managing a small specialist team as part of the larger People and Culture team, driving measurable change through the delivery of these strategies, building colleague skills, capabilities and engagement and developing SC’s employer brand as a welcoming, values-led and inclusive place to work. 
• The role partners with and builds trusted relationships with stakeholders, at all levels, from across SC and beyond. 
• The role leads on the roll out of innovative internal programmes which support addressing systemic inequalities and ensure all SC colleagues work in a culture where everyone feels valued, has opportunities to develop and reaches their potential.

Skills & Experience

• Experience of designing and delivering Equality, Diversity & Inclusion policies, programmes and actions to successful outcomes. 
• An understanding of best practice in terms of learning and development programmes tailored to the needs of a creative arts organisation. 
• A strong track record of nurturing a positive, engaged and purposeful internal culture. Demonstrable strong communication, influencing and networking skills. 
• Ability to manage a small specialist team to ensure everyone reaches their potential and performs their roles effectively.

Operations Director

Are you the strategic and collaborative leader who can innovate with and enable the newly formed central operations team to speed reach and community impact while strengthening resilience? 

Location: Redbridge/Hybrid, with flexible working

Salary: FTE £52,000 (£41,600 pro-rata with salary review due in May)

Contract: Part Time 28 hours per week, permanent

Closing date: 24 April 2026

Join a local infrastructure charity dedicated to building a fairer Redbridge where everyone and every community has an equal opportunity to thrive.

Following a review of the current strategy and resources in 2025, the charity has strengthened its resilience and programme impact. We are now seeking Operations Director to bring the operations teams together and ensure their professional skills and knowledge can add value and impact to the mission delivery and team culture.

About the Role

The role calls for a forward-thinking and accomplished Operations Director to drive efficiency, effectiveness, and to embed a culture of shared leadership, continuous learning, and improvement.

Your strategic leadership and operational brief will span central functions of; Finance, Human Resources, Digital Communications, Risk and Compliance.

A pivotal role at the heart of the organisation, you will ensure that operations run smoothly and effectively, aligning systems and processes with strategic goals and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.

You will play an integral role with the CEO, Board of Trustees, partners, and colleagues bringing the vision to life, driving forward strategic priorities, and fostering a working culture where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

Personal style is key, you will be a natural collaborator and a strong communicator, able to build trusted relationships with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders alike.

You will lead the team of committed professionals and manage relationships with outsourced specialists, ensuring the support provided strengthens capacity to change, grow and deliver impact for communities.

What you will bring

• Significant experience in a senior operations or leadership role working across multiple disciplines
• Experience in several of the operational areas listed, with a proven ability to apply best practise solutions and to quickly pick up new skills
• Able to lead multiple operational functions, to prioritise, make best use of resources, and ensure they are aligned with our mission and strategic priorities. Experience managing outsourced functions, an advantage.
• Rigorous problem solver and accomplished in data-driven decision-making, evidence and insight based to drive innovation, and operational excellence.
• Track record of embedding organisational change and able to inspire, influence, and bring others on the journey
• Proven ability to identify improvements in organisational systems and processes, with a focus on innovation, efficiency, and impact
• Excellent organisational, prioritising and time management skills
• Fluency with digital systems including Microsoft 365
• Excellent communication, influencing and engagement skills
• Strategic and inclusive leadership skills able to build teams and develop culture
• A ‘can do’ proactive approach, able to work creatively and with impact in resource limited environments
• Resilience, change readiness, self-awareness and a commitment to learning for yourself and your team

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. If you have a disability or require reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact us so we can support you appropriately.

What’s on offer

• A competitive salary (reviewed in May each year)
• 28 hours per week (can be over 4 or 5 days)
• Flexible working with 3 days per week in the office
• 25.5 days leave, full time equivalent 28 days (plus statutory holidays)
• Workplace pension
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Shortlisting interviews will take place shortly after by Teams and shortlisted candidates will have an interview on May 6th, 7th or 12th, 2026.

We believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. #INDNFP

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People. 

About Us

Catholic Care is a values-led charity dedicated to supporting individuals, families and communities through empowering and high-quality services. Guided by our values and mission, we empower the Yorkshire community to deliver lasting impact where it matters most.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Head of Corporate Services to join our Strategic Leadership Team (SLT). This is a key leadership role with responsibility for leading and managing all corporate support functions across the Charity.

The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the organisation operates efficiently, remains compliant with all regulatory requirements and is well-positioned to deliver its strategic objectives. This is a hands-on role, where most operational tasks (excluding HR) are undertaken directly by the post-holder.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all corporate support functions across the Charity
• Ensure effective systems, processes and compliance frameworks are in place
• Oversee organisational governance, administration, IT and health & safety (via external contractors)
• Support the Chief Executive and SLT in delivering strategic objectives
• Contribute to the wider strategic development of the Charity
• Manage key external contracts, including IT and Health & Safety
• Promote and uphold the values and ethos of Catholic Care in all areas of work

About You

We are looking for a motivated and values-driven professional who brings:

• Significant experience in a senior operational, corporate services or business support role
• Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple functions
• Experience of governance, compliance and organisational systems or willingness to learn
• Confidence in managing external contracts and service providers
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• A proactive, hands-on approach to work
• A commitment to the mission, values and ethos of Catholic Care

Experience within the charity or social care sector is desirable but not essential.

Pre-Application Discussion

Before applying for this role, it is mandatory to attend an informal discussion with our Chief Executive, either in person or via Microsoft Teams.

This is not an assessed part of the recruitment process. Instead, it is an opportunity for you to learn more about the role, our work and the mission of Catholic Care, helping you decide whether this is the right opportunity for you.

To arrange a meeting, please contact: Charlotte Grinham

About Us

Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit delivering real transparency and accountability for market impacts on nature and people. Our special focus is on ending deforestation – an essential step in achieving urgent global goals on climate, nature and human rights. We deliver our work by building and maintaining open-data platforms, creating stronger voluntary and compliance frameworks, and accelerating accountability and action in the finance sector with nature-positive guidance to help achieve deforestation-free portfolios.

We work globally, with a focus on both forested regions (particularly across Latin America and South East Asia), and major consumer and financial markets (with a focus on Europe, the US, Singapore and China). We have a distributed team of around 70 people worldwide, with a main office in Oxford (UK). We work via close and deep partnerships, including with institutions like the Stockholm Environment Institute, the UN Climate Change High-Level Champions, UNEP Finance Initiative, the World Conservation Monitoring Centre, the Zoological Society of London, and many many others.

About the Role

As People and Culture Lead, reporting to the Director of Execution & Planning, you will be responsible for the delivery and development of the People function at Global Canopy. Providing advice and support to the Leadership Team and colleagues across the organisation, you will lead on people and culture initiatives that enable our team to maximise their potential, resulting in greater impact as an organisation.

You will bring excellent relationship-building and influencing skills as well as strong technical expertise to ensure that we can recruit, retain, develop, support and engage the people we rely on to deliver our vital work for forests, nature and human rights. You will manage all aspects of team members’ journey with the organisation, including recruitment, performance and development, employee relations and pay and benefits.

This is a great role for an experienced People professional who believes in the power of a people-centred organisation, has had previous success in delivering people and culture change projects and working in a business-partnering role. You will be comfortable managing upwards, acting as a trusted advisor, and confident being the face of People and Culture at an organisational level. You will thrive in a dynamic non-profit environment, delivering on complex and impactful projects around the world. We are looking for someone who leads with empathy and wisdom, putting individuals at the heart of their work.

Responsibilities

Employee life cycle management

• Be responsible for the creation, maintenance, evolution and operation of all HR policies, processes and systems 
• Work closely with the leadership team and internal boards on areas such as recruitment, performance, learning and development, absence, salaries/benefits, job grading and employee engagement
• Ensure the ongoing development of our P&C offering is aligned with our culture

Support & advice to leaders and managers

• Build strong working relationships with senior team leaders in order to support them directly
• Provide coaching, guidance and support to people managers ensuring that our people are supported to thrive and develop
• Advise on people issues and managing cases, to ensure that processes are followed in line with Global Canopy’s  policy, best practice and employment legislation

Support delivery of Global Canopy’s People plan

• Alongside the Director of Execution & Planning, drive the implementation of people initiatives and be responsible for the successful embedding of changes
• Lead on connection and collaboration initiatives to build a cohesive, highly motivated team in line with Global Canopy’s culture and in the context of hybrid working
• Provide and present reports and maintain KPIs related to our people.

Management

• Line management of People and Recruitment Advisor, supporting them in their management of recruitment for Global Canopy, and providing coaching and mentoring to support their ongoing development
• Manage the relationship with our EOR providers
• Alongside the Director of Execution & Planning and Operations Coordinator, provide leadership on data protection across the organisation

About You

To be successful in this role, these are the things that will matter the most: 

• People-first and positive approach to HR management 
• Broad experience of managing human resources work across organisations, with a good understanding of HR procedures and legislation in the UK
• Alignment with our values and our mission and a commitment to collaboration and a passion for developing an organisational culture in which people thrive

Essential behavioural competencies: 

• Leading with warmth 
• Demonstrates credibility and emotional intelligence
• Structured and effective in communications
• Able to handle difficult situations sensitively and confidentially
• Initiative and ability to manage and prioritise own workload, working to deadlines
• Creativity

Skills and experience:

Required:

• CIPD level 5 or equivalent experience
• Experience managing all aspects of employee lifecycle 
• Strong understanding of UK employment law and best practice
• Experience and expertise to support in the areas of diversity and inclusion, learning and development, and employee wellbeing and engagement in a hybrid context
• Experience of working in an advisory capacity and regularly reporting to senior leaders
• Experience of working across different departments/functions in a matrixed and int’l organisation
• Line management experience

Desirable

• Ability to take a leadership role in change projects
• Experience of working internationally with employees based outside the UK – and covered by non-UK law
• Experience or understanding of the context for a charity / not for profit organisation

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £55,000- £60,000 full time equivalent. This role sits within Band C on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework.

Nature of contract: Full time or 0.8 FTE. Permanent. This is a hybrid role working from home and our office in Oxford. There is a requirement to attend the office once a week and for other meetings/work as required.

Holidays: 36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week’s leave.

Pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%.

Healthcare cashback plan: Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more – for you and any children.

Employee Assistance Programme: Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters.

Other: Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more.

How to Apply

To apply for the position, please follow the instructions and submit an up-to date CV and covering letter. The covering letter should explain your motivation for the role, and how your skills and experience fit the person specification. (Please no more than 1 side of A4).

Right-to-work in the UK is required for this role.

All candidates are asked to complete an anonymous diversity monitoring form when they apply.

The closing date for applications is 27 April 2026 at 9 am GMT. We will be conducting rolling interviews after the Easter bank holidays. Early application is encouraged, as we may close the position early if suitable candidates are identified.

First-round interviews will be held online. We plan to conduct second-round interviews in Oxford when possible (we will reimburse reasonable travel expenses for candidates). A written task and key colleague meeting will also form part of the selection process.