Job Description

Job Title: Head of Programmes

Responsible to: Chief Executive

Salary: c. £55,000 p.a. depending on experience

Location: Central London

Construction Youth Trust is a forward-thinking charity whose mission is to help young people take their first steps towards a successful and rewarding career. We are passionate about social mobility and prioritise working with young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and harder-to-reach young people who miss out on opportunities. We connect young people with inspiring role models from industry, facilitate meaningful experiences of the world of work and support young people to overcome the barriers they face. Construction is one of the largest sectors in the UK and offers excellent career pathways for young people from all backgrounds and across a wide range of academic ability.

We are looking for a highly organised leader who is passionate about creating opportunities for young people to join our friendly team. The Head of Programmes will lead on the delivery and expansion of the Trust’s programmes, currently reaching over 12,000 young people each year.  We are seeking a process-driven individual with excellent project management skills who can support our ambitious plans for growth and work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the Trust consistently delivers on commitments and maximises our impact for young people.

Summary of Responsibilities: Overseeing the day-to-day management of Construction Youth Trust’s Programmes for the benefit of young people; Ensuring our programmes, contracts and projects are delivered on time and in line with targets, goals, plans and expectations of internal and external stakeholders; Managing, supporting and developing the Programmes team; Supporting the Trust’s ambitions to expand our reach and scale; Working closely with CEO on the development and delivery of the Trust’s business plan

If you would be interested in joining our dynamic Team, please send your CV and a written statement no longer than 500 words explaining why the role interests you and how you meet the person specification.

Closing date for applications – 9am on Monday 7th October 2019

Interviews anticipated to be held on Friday 18th October 2019 at our office on the Bermondsey Campus, 37 Clements Road, Bermondsey, SE16 4EE.

This international organisation that works with its member organisations to represent over 10million girls and young women worldwide, is recruiting for a Head of Strategic Partnerships. With a particular focus on corporates the postholder will be responsible for leading the strategic partnerships team to generate new income which will ultimately create life changing opportunities for girls and young women around the world.

With a strong new business focus this role is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience of building and developing strategic partnerships between charities and the corporate sector that are collaborative and innovative, and that secure significant income both regionally and globally.

Key responsibilities within the role will include:

- Lead, manage, and develop a competent and highly motivated team that is focused on strategic goals and works collaboratively
- Lead on the development and implementation of a strategy to identify, cultivate and engage new partnerships that match the organisations visions and aims
- Lead on the implementation of development plans for the organisations most significant partnerships, building close relationships with supporters to encourage further support
- Ensure that propositions meet partner requirements, developing communication plans and strategies that are delivered in a timely fashion and are supporter focused
- Work with partners and colleagues to develop funding propositions that deliver strategic priorities and meet partner expectations, while ensuring these are accurate and deliverable
- To develop accurate income forecasts and budgets based on sound market and partner knowledge, and to ensure accurate reporting to key stakeholders
- Supports the CEO to promote aspiration and set the pace for the organisation, encouraging innovation and transformation
- Embrace the organisations volunteer ethos and work with international volunteers to maximise their contribution

The charity would love to see applications from individuals who have a proven successful track record in negotiating and securing significant corporate partnerships. You will have experience of working with multiple stakeholders, senior fundraising volunteers, and volunteer led committees at a strategic level. In addition, you will have experience of developing relationships, influencing stakeholders, and of motivating high performing teams.

If you're on the lookout for your next step and are keen to use your significant fundraising experience to lead on the implementation and development of some truly strategic partnerships which make a real difference to the lives of over 10million girls and young women each year, then this role could be for you.

If you'd like to be considered for this role please send your CV to [email protected] or call on 020 7939 7448 to have an initial chat about the position.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

A unique opportunity to lead the learning team of an innovative training provider that uses social enterprise as a medium learning.

Foundation Training - Head of Learning
Job type: Permanent, Full-time 37.5 hrs a week
Salary: £26,500 - £28,500 pa
Milton Keynes

Job Purpose 
To lead the Christian Foundation’s learning and training, ensuring the best outcomes for the young adults who train and work with us. To:

• Lead and coordinate our training team, supporting our teachers, trainers, assessors, Safeguarding, support staff and training administrators;
• Ensure the high quality delivery of vocational, functional and personal skills training, assessment and accreditation in line with contractual and Government requirements;
• Identify and take forward new opportunities for growing the use of our training model.

Background 
Foundation Training provides innovative learning opportunities, within social enterprises, for young people who have struggled in more traditional education and training settings.

We use our social enterprises to help young people to:

• Build their confidence and self esteem
• Develop vocational, employability, social and life skills
• Grow skills and achieve qualifications in Maths and English
• Identify the next steps towards more independent living

You will have:

• Experience of leadership in education
• Curriculum leadership and development
• Strong teaching experience
• Experience of working with young people with special educational needs
• Ability to motivate, develop and empower staff
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proven skills in quality improvement
• Strong knowledge of Safeguarding and Prevent
• A good grounding in understanding the expectations of OfSTED

The closing date for applications will be Friday 25 October 2019

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all sections of the community

This position requires an enhanced DBS check.

No agencies please.

Head of PR, London, Cultural Visitor Attraction Group, 47,000 PA

• Are you experienced in managing an organisation's media and PR programme?
• Do you have a background in promoting stories across various channels including digital and social media?
• Would you like to work for a leading cultural visitor attraction?

Pro-Marketing is working alongside a well-known London based public organisation. They are seeking a talented and creative Head of PR who can use their media and PR skills to ensure that the information they provide can reach the widest possible audience. This is a permanent Head of PR opportunity offering a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

What's great about this organisation?

• Impressive offices
• Lovely London location
• Flexible working
• Career breaks
• Pension offering
• Private healthcare offering
• Buy and sell holiday scheme
• Onsite café, shops and cinema discounts
• Discounts to other visitor attractions

In this role you will be responsible for…

• Managing the delivery of the organisation's media and PR strategy to help build brand awareness
• Managing any reputational risk and handling all reactive media inquiries in an efficient manner to mitigate any impacts
• Identifying proactive stories that can generate media coverage
• Leading on some exciting communications campaigns for a new radio show and exhibition opening
• Working alongside the brand and marketing team to ensure brand messaging is high-quality and aligned to key audiences to drive awareness and footfall
• Organising and delivering media training for spokespeople and the executive team
• Delivering effective communications content to generate an increase in footfall and revenue
• Managing the day to day running of a press office
• Line managing a small team of a Communications Manager and a couple of Press Officers

You will be ideally suited for this role if you have…

• Excellent writing skills
• A degree level or equivalent experience in media/PR or journalism
• A successful background in media management
• A strong corporate communications background
• Campaign budget management experience
• Strong national media and journalist contacts
• The ability to lead on high profile media campaigns
• The ability to occasionally travel for some overnight stays

What next?

If you are interested in applying for this Head of PR role, or in learning more, then contact me on:

Tel: 020 7269 6338

Email:

ProTax is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

The Head of Finance is the integral member to the finance team; guiding and assisting the team to meet their daily, monthly and annual tasks. They will bridge the directors, committee and board to the finance department, presenting key objectives and schemes

Client Details

Our client is an International Development Charity that works with over 50 countries worldwide, aiding and assisting in areas of need. Being a large intercontinental charity, they have various streams of costs and revenues and are looking for a new Head of Finance to further advance, streamline and manage the finance department.

Description

• Lead and manage the system-based accounting service.

• Line manage 3 direct reports, guiding with training and on job coaching.

• Develop and maintain management information systems and internal controls.

• Maintaining the overall insight that the statutory reporting is within government regulations and there is an appropriate financial control environment.

• Liaising with Investment Managers and Finance Committee to present on relevant reporting.

• Play an active role, alongside SMT colleagues to lead the long-term strategic direction of the organisation.

• To take overall responsibility for the services delivered by the finance team, and to ensure appropriate, efficient and effective financial systems and controls are in place within the department and regional offices in order to minimise risk.

• Ensure all Charity SORP and Charity Commission regulations are met.

Profile

You will be a qualified accountant of five years or more, with the understanding of applying UK GAAP and SORP 2015. The candidate must have experience of working on accounts for an international company or group. Financial analysis, management reporting and forecasting experience as well as excellent communication skills are essential for this role, as you will be required to manage yourself and team to work to tight deadlines.

Job Offer

Competitive salary.

Communications and Health Information Coordinator

12-month fixed-term contract

Salary: c.£22,000 - £24,000 per annum

Full time – 37.5 hours per week

London N1

Closing date: 23rd September 2019

Interviews: 3rd October 2019

An exciting opportunity for a Communications and Health Information Coordinator has arisen at World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF). 

WCRF champions the latest and most authoritative scientific research from around the world on cancer prevention and survival through diet, weight and physical activity, so that we can empower people to make informed lifestyle choices to reduce their cancer risk.

We are seeking a Communications and Health Information Coordinator who will be responsible for running WCRF’s social media channels as well as supporting the development of WCRF’s Communications and Health Information teams. This is a very varied role that offers a great opportunity to work across two teams and develop a range of different skills.

We are looking for someone with experience of running social media channels for an organisation, as well as having strong communication skills both written and verbal.

You will have experience of using databases and have excellent knowledge of IT packages such as Microsoft Office, including Excel. The successful candidate will also have experience of being responsible for a range of administrative duties. 

Application Details:

If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date. You must have current right to work in the UK.

Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF UK and equip you for the role.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

Head of Services and Grants

Central London Based - £55k - £60k Plus bonus and pension

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional person to head up and lead our Services and Grants team, which numbers circa 14 people. 

Bank Workers Charity (BWC) is the charity that supports the health and wellbeing of the banking community, which numbers almost two million people in the UK. 

It’s a great time to join us. We already support thousands of people every year and our new strategy will see us grow further, raising awareness, expanding our offering and reaching more clients. 

About the role 

The Head of Services and Grants is a pivotal role at BWC. The post-holder manages all day-to-day client operations including our helpline and online enquiries, grant giving activity, client casework, and the contracting and monitoring of our partner services.

Holding considerable responsibility for client access and experience, the Head of Services and Grants manages, plans and predicts client demand – and puts in place the resources we need to meet it, while maintaining our high service standards.

Through a dedicated Service Development Manager, the post manages the development and introduction of new services and service innovations.

As Head of Services and Grants you will be part of our Senior Management Team, with considerable budget accountability as well as the responsibility for setting department KPIs and performance reporting to the Clients and Markets Committee and Board of Trustees.
 

Who we’re looking for

Our ideal candidate is a seasoned manager with experience managing a helpline, working with partner providers, and in administering grants directly to individual beneficiaries. 

As a confident communicator and natural collaborator you’ll quickly gain your co-workers’ trust and build excellent relationships with our many service partners. 

You’ll be a super organiser, with a grip over all our services, but also have the foresight to plan for growth. Experience in service development would be an advantage, as BWC seeks to continually improve our offer to our clients. 

How to apply 

If this describes you, please read the attached applicant pack and apply by sending your CV along with a supporting statement (maximum 2 A4 sides) clearly setting out how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification.  

Closing Date:10am Monday 30th September 2019 

We are excited to be working with a leading International Development organisation who is in search of a new Head of Statutory Fundraising. As part of your role, you will be overseeing all work with statutory government donors, with a particular focus on managing the existing DFID Aid Match partnership at the £1m+ level. You will also be responsible for line managing one member in the team, potentially two. This organisation adopt a great flexible working policy. 

For this role, you will need:

• Experience of successfully securing 6-7 figure gifts from statutory, institutions or foundation donors (specifically statutory)


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including proposal writing 


• Experience in managing and motivating a team 

Salary: c.£45,000
Deadline: 16th September 

To hear more about the role please call us on 0203 006 2787 or apply online.
If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner. If you would like to have an informal discussion, please visit our website for details.

Vacancy for: Communications and Marketing Manager at the British Cardiovascular Society

Salary:  £38,798k per annum

Job Type: Full time – 12 month fixed term contract

Level: Management

The British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) is a membership organisation with approximately 3,000 members, has charitable status and aims to support and represent all those working in the field of cardiovascular care and research.

The BCS plays a pivotal role in the setting of standards, and through a variety of activities influences the quality of cardiology practice in hospitals throughout the UK. It has a broad education portfolio, contributes to specialist training (and examinations) and is committed to enhancing and maintaining the highest standards in training, education and research and to setting standards of clinical excellence for the benefit of patients.

We have a vacancy for a Communications and Marketing Manager who will join the Senior Management Team based at our offices in London. The post is offered on a 12 month fixed term contract arrangement given the broader digital work-stream developments which will allow the society the flexibility to review future requirements beyond 2020.

The post holder will provide leadership and undertake responsibility for all aspects of the BCS communication and marketing function. This includes strategy development and delivery to support existing and new work streams and business priorities ensuring optimal impact and that plans are comprehensive and cohesive across the BCS activities.

Reporting to the CEO, the Communications and Marketing Manager will work very closely with senior managers in support of their respective areas of responsibility (digital, education, membership and clinical research) to ensure communication and marketing plans and activities meet business needs and priorities and have maximum impact. They will lead on the development and delivery of a communication and marketing strategy, strategic planning documents and will  report to relevant committees. They will support the President’s regular communications to members and will be the lead for GDPR compliance across the organisation.

The post holder will have experience of working in a similar role and will have experience delivering successful communications and stakeholder relation strategies, projects and activities. They will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, drive and enthusiasm and a ‘can-do’ attitude.

For more information about the role and our benefits, please see the role description and person specification.

Closing date: Monday 30th September 2019 – 12 noon

To apply for this role please submit your CV and Supporting Statement outlining how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification. Please note, CVs sent in isolation will not be considered. 

Join us to make a difference!

At Deafblind UK we believe that people who have a combined sight and hearing loss should have the same rights, access and opportunities as others. We are a membership organisation of, and governed by, people who have both a sight and hearing loss. We champion their rights and interests and deliver quality services which give individuals autonomy and control over their lives.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Trusts and Statutory Fundraising to join our team in Peterborough within a crucial management role, where you will be personally responsible for leading and developing our trusts and statutory & major donor fundraising team to maximise revenue to support our work in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. You will be broadening our fundraising pipeline by delivering successful inspiring and impacting funding bids to increase long term sustainable projects and the growth of our charity services.

You will be the go-to fundraising professional who networks well, identifying key stakeholders whilst promoting and understanding our mission and values of the organisation. You will also be leading a team or fundraisers, motivating and creatively delivering objectives through team work, passion and commitment. 

For more information on how our fundraising team positively impacts so many individuals across our service why not watch our fundraising film -deafblind-uk-films-fundraising/

About you

We are looking for that one person who will champion the values that underpin our organisation; a standout individual, with an impressive track record in securing funds, motivating staff, proven exceptional communicator, autonomous and driven. Ideally you will have significant experience of working within the charity sector, in a people management role, committed to delivering business plan objectives & targets and have experience or ability to foster strong relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders with a business partner approach.

Benefits

Choosing to work within our unique services you will not only be benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues, this will also be complimented by an excellent benefits package including excellent annual leave, auto enrolment pension, training and discounts 

Are you an experienced Fundraising Manager with significant and demonstrable success in motivating teams and fundraising from large trusts, institutional and statutory streams?

To apply for this hugely rewarding opportunity, develop your career and to work within a well established National Charity then please complete our application form, attach your CV and tell us why you’re ideal for this role.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you.

For any queries about this role or for an application form in an alternative format then please contact the Recruitment Team 

Skills : Fundraising, donors, donor journey, promoting, big lottery, trusts, grants, major donors, raisers edge, management, leader, non profit, nfp, charities, charity services, disabilities, sight and hearing loss, blind, deaf, hard of hearing, acquired deafblindness, deafblind, appeal, gifting, community, legacy, legacies, third sector, 3rd sector, giving, individual giving, campaigns, funds, CRM, leadership, management 

Head of Financial Analysis and Planning 

Position: Head of Financial Analysis and Planning 
Location: WC 1N, Central London 
Job type: Full Time, Permanent 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week 
Salary: £Competitive 
Benefits: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, generous pension scheme, flexible working, discounted season ticket loan and many more! 

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 3 October 2019 

About the role: 

This role will be pivotal in ensuring the organisation can reach its full potential using financial analysis and planning to inform proactive decision making. 

Our client are looking for someone who continually seeks to improve financial performance, by using analysis of data and insights, whilst understanding the wider organisational context. Working collaboratively across the charity to provide support and guidance. 

About the Team: 

This is an exciting time to join the Finance team who are making substantial enhancements to improve the financial performance of the charity through transparency, reporting and insight. 

About you: 

You will be an exceptional communicator with the ability to not only analyse and model financial data, but to translate it for non-financial colleagues, using a variety of methods. You will be able to support and challenge in a collaborative manner to ensure the best outcome for the charity. 

Specifically, you will have: 

- Experience of financial analysis and modelling. 
- Experience of Business Partnering. 
- A commercial mindset. 

The ideal candidate will also have: 

- Leadership experience. 
- Experience of Agresso and / or Salesforce. 
- Some charity experience, although this is not essential. 

About the Charity 

Every day brings new challenge. Every day, over 600 seriously ill children from across the UK arrive for life-changing treatments. Every day, young lives hang in the balance as patients, families and staff battle the most complex illnesses. And every day, the brightest minds come together to achieve pioneering medical breakthroughs that change the lives of thousands of children – and change the world. This extraordinary hospital has always depended on charitable support to give seriously ill children the best chance to fulfil their potential. Without donations, Our client can’t help fund ground-breaking research, advanced equipment, child and family support services, and the rebuilding and refurbishment of wards and medical facilities. Their staff help to raise these vital funds for the hospital. A better future for seriously ill children starts with you. 

Recently awarded with a ‘Best Companies 2-star accreditation' and placed number 17 on the 2019 Sunday Times Best 100 Not-for-Profit Companies list - our client offer a range of attractive benefits including; a flexible approach to working, 30 days holiday, life assurance, enhanced employer pension contributions, and a discounted season ticket loan. 

How to Apply: 

Please click on the apply button in the top right-hand corner where you will be taken to a short application form to complete. You are encouraged to include a cover letter with your application, and should refer to the ‘Application and Interview FAQs’ on the career section of our website before you apply. 

Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and we reserve the right to close the role prior to the closing date, should a suitable applicant be found. Therefore, you are encouraged to apply right away, to avoid disappointment. 

Due to the large number of applications our clientreceive, they are unfortunately only able to inform shortlisted candidates of the outcome of their application. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If your application is not successful, we hope that you will not be discouraged and will still apply for other suitable vacancies in the future. 

You may have experience of the following: Finance Manager, Head of Finance, Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Financial Controller, Senior Finance Assistant, Senior Accounts Assistant, Management Accountant, Commercial Accountant, etc. 

Ref: 88905

The Greyhound Trust strives for the day when all racing greyhounds retire to loving homes and are treated with compassion and kindness.

Job Role:

TheGreyhound Trust National Support Centre is offering a fantastic opportunity for a talented appropiately qualified individual to join us as our Head of Finance and Resources.

The National Support Centre is busy,with high expectations of all our team members.

Reporting to the Chief Executive you will be a key member of the senior management team and as such must be talented and experienced, proactive and always prepared to go the extra mile.

Taking responsibility for developing relevant strategies as well as day to day operational activity within your area of responsibility, this will be a fast paced role, responsible for key areas of theTrusts work both internally and externally.

The Trust has an annual income and turnover of circa £4m and also has a wholly owned trading subsidiary, Greyhound Events Ltd.

Keyresponsibilities:

1. To have a key role in supporting the continued growth of the Greyhound Trust by working closely with other departments to plan for greater charitable impact within a robust financial framework with sustainable income generation streams
2. Being at the forefront of shaping and supporting change within the Greyhound Trust, including producing strategic financial plans for the charity and its trading subsidiary
3. Develop appropriate budgets and KPI measures, ensuring cost effective and relevant resources are in place to deliver operationally and strategically across the charity and trading subsidiary
4. Fully supporting the Chief Executive whilst ensuring robust financial management and governance of the charity and trading subsidiary
5. As an expert in your field, you will be fully committed to ensuring high quality financial oversight and operational financial management across the organisation, but you must be equally committed to ensuring the success of the charity as a whole and ensuring excellent working relationships with colleagues.

Detailed (non exhaustive) example of responsibilities:

• Regulatory compliance and associated governance for HMRC, Charity Commission, OSCR, Gambling Commission, Pensions Regulator etc.
• Active involvement and direction of Finance Committee, Investment Committee and Trading subsidiary Committee, in conjunction with the Chief Executive
• Creation and development of all relevant financial policies and procedures, ensuring Head Office staff and branches receive relevant communications and training to ensure these are effectively embedded
• Ensuring full branch financial compliance through monthly branch returns and their analysis.Where compliance or financial issues are identified, the completion of internal investigations are to be completed to resolve issues 
• Management of Payroll and pensions (including auto enrolment)
• Gift Aid, VAT returns and liaison with HMRC, management of all financial giving platforms
• Full bank liaison – ensuring all accounts meet the requirements of the Trust and that all mandates are up to date and active (including bank signatories, ID checks on Trustees etc.).
• Budget planning, forecasting, cash flow analysis and financial modelling for current and future operations and operating models
• Management of a small finance and charity support administration team to deliver the processing of all financial transactions; from charitable donations to supplier payments
• Management of the administration for the charity’s fundraising programme, such as the annual raffle, major donors, greyhound sponsorship, legacies
• Management of Head Office Resource; i.e. building, H&S, IT, insurance, contracts etc.
• Responsible for basic HR function for new starters and Greyhound Trust employees
• Preparation of monthly Management Accounts, to include: income and expenditure; cash flow; creditors and debtors
• Completion of full annual accounts and balance sheets for audit and liaison with auditors
• Sales ledger for Trust operations (issuing of a limited number of invoices and credit control)
• Maintaining the Trust’s Asset Register and insurances
• Offering advice and support to branches and volunteers on financial matters and ensuring full compliance of branch to Head Office reporting 

Skills and experience we need from you:

• Suitably qualified with a recognised professional accounting body (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with a thorough practical understanding of management accounting principles and techniques
• Experience offinancial management in the charitysector and full understanding of Charities SORP 102 whilst being equally skilled with limited company status of the trading subsidiary
• Experienced and highly proficient in the use of Financial packages, MS office and other related IT systems in the modern workplace
• Experienced in applying IT to accountancy and financial management tasks
• Able to support and guide colleagues on complex financial matters as well as general support on budgeting etc.
• Able to provide accurate and timely information to a high standard, suitable for Board and Sub Committee consumption

You will be:

• Professional,proactive, positiveandenthusiastic,withastrongworkethicand“cando”attitude
• Abletoexhibitexcellentdiscretionandadheretoprofessionalstandardsandconfidentiality
• Curiousandinquisitivenaturewiththeabilitytoworkacrossalldepartmentstoensureafully joinedupapproach
• Capableofhandlingstressfulsituationswhilemaintainingapositivedemeanour
• Committedtodeliveringhighstandardsofcustomerserviceandbea genuineteamplayer
• Confidentandabletoworkwithlittledirection,but understandthelimitsof your delegatedauthority
• Preparedtoleadtheteamat allspecialevents, and take responsibility for financial security across the organisation
• Enthusiastic and empathetic to the vision, mission and values of theGreyhoundTrust and be happy working at a multifunctional head office site with animals on site both in kennels and the office environment

This post and its role requirement will develop with the needs of the charity and should not be seen as an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Please note:

A) This vacancy may close early, so please ensure you apply ASAP.

B) Please ensure you submit a detailed CV and a supporting statement, which addresses the job description and person  specification fully; failure to submit a supporting statement will lead to an automatic de selection of your CV.  So please take the time to make a full and thorough application for this role.

C) Interviews are likely to take place the 1st week of October 2019.

D) Informal conversations can be arranged by contacting the Greyhound Trust Chief Executive, Lisa Morris on the main charity telephone number as shown on the Greyhound Trust website.

Head of HR Operations

We're the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we're here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UK's biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is committed to being led by our customers (blind and partially sighted people), and one of the ways we do this is through active involvement and engagement in many of our work activities, including the recruitment of new members of staff.

Position: Head of HR Operations
Location: London
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: £58,000 per annum (Inc. London weighting)
Benefits: we offer a competitive salary, a stimulating and supportive working environment and a benefits package including: 26 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), which increase with service. Excellent pension scheme.

About the role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as the Head of HR Operations. You will provide strategic and day-to-day leadership to the HR Shared Service function to deliver a first-class HR transactional service for the RNIB. Building trusted relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders and colleagues from across the people team to ensure a seamless end to end customer experience.

About you:

We’re looking for someone with significant experience in developing, transitioning and managing teams, within a centralised HR or Shared Service function. Together with experience in implementing effective working processes and developing solutions to issues which provide a high level of customer service to an organisation.

An influential operational leader; you’ll be an effective communicator with strategic financial skills and knowledge of managing an integrated HR and Payroll system.

This post will necessitate some occasional travel to Peterborough, although as an organisation we use Skype where we can.

RNIB is committed to being an Equal Opportunities organisation and we welcome applications from people with sight loss.

You may have experience of the following: HR Operations Manager, HR Director, Group HR Manager, Senior HR Operations Manager, Group HR Operations Manager, etc.

Ref: 89304

The Role: The Law Society is looking to recruit an experienced Diversity and Inclusion professional who can lead a single coherent and focused programme of member and firm facing work across the Law Society to improve diversity within the solicitor profession. You'll ensure this is aligned to the Society's agreed strategy and business plan, propose the programme and report on performance to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee and build strong relationships with our individual demographic divisions to ensure our D&I work programme prioritises (within budget and resource capacity) the issues identified by division members and tackles themes identified by all groups.

What we're looking for: An experienced Diversity and Inclusion professional who can bring good practice, strong team leadership prioritisation to a very wide field of work. We need someone who can lead our work to improve diversity, inclusion and social mobility within the solicitor profession. You'll have experience of working at a senior level and developing and implementing strategies and action plans to achieve objectives, solid policy drafting skills and the ability to analyse, document and present persuasive policy papers and briefings and a strong knowledge of Equality and Diversity legislation and relevant codes of practice.

What's in it for you: You have the opportunity to tackle inappropriate barriers to entry and progress across an entire profession. This role that learns from the best in the profession and elsewhere and helps bring that practice to the rest of the profession and to our internal diversity and inclusion. You'll have a seat at the table with partners from big firms to government departments and be a part of a well resourced team of staff and volunteer committees.