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Depaul UK is exclusively partnering with Robertson Bell in their search for a new Financial Controller to join their team on a permanent basis. Depaul UK is a national charity that delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness.
Reporting into the Executive Director of Finance & IT, this Financial Controller role at Depaul UK is a rare opportunity to take a pivotal leadership position in a fast-moving, high-impact charity. You will lead a busy finance team, embed a new finance system, and ensure robust financial controls, while gaining exposure to both the charity’s consolidated operations and its rapidly expanding housing subsidiary. This role offers exceptional potential for growth and a clear pathway into broader finance leadership.
The organisation:
Depaul UK has worked for 30 years to support people facing homelessness. Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with, and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities in which we work. Our service provision reaches from Newcastle to Greater Manchester to London - with plans to grow our business in response to increasing need.
Homelessness is a complex and constantly evolving challenge. There is no ‘one-size fits all’ solution and Depaul UK believe no one should have to sleep in an unsafe place or be held back from achieving their potential. Each year, they support and empower thousands of young people to find a safe place to call home, a chance to thrive and a brighter future.
The key duties of the Financial Controller will be as follows:
- Lead on the preparation of year-end financial reporting across the group
- Support the preparation of Depaul UK Trustees report and lead on the annual statutory audit process
- Develop and maintain a full set of financial policies and procedures which support the charity to deliver its aims
- Review and streamline controls and processes, including greater automation/ integration with other business systems
- Act as a finance subject matter expert, providing accounting advice to the team and wider organisation
- Prepare monthly management accounts for Depaul Housing Services
- Ensure the interests of the function are represented at internal committees
- Supervise the processing of all financial transactions and payroll, ensuring adequate documentary support, correct coding and appropriate authorisation
- Ensure month end timetable is adhered to, making sure that all bank and control account reconciliations have been carried out
- Ensure all income and expenditure is appropriately analysed and restricted and designated funds are correctly accounted for
The successful candidate will have:
- A full, recognised accounting qualification, or be in the final stages
- Ideally, a background working in the charity or social housing sectors, but this is by no means essential
- Demonstrable experience working in a strong internal control environment and driving effective month and/or year-end routines
- The ability to lead and develop a high performing team
- Excellent relationship management skills, and the ability to work within a cross-functional Leadership Team to continuously improve the service
Candidates who are looking to make their first move from practice into industry are also strongly encouraged to apply!
This role can be based in either London, Manchester or Whitley Bay, with hybrid working policies in place, requiring only two days per week to be worked from the office, with the rest from home. Please note that salary differs by location:
- London: £64,282
- Manchester: £63,782
- Regional: £60,782
Applications are open until Sunday 18th January, with first stage interviews due to take place the week commencing 26th January. CVs will be under continuous review in advance of this date so please submit your application today to make sure you don’t miss out!
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Support Manager
Do you have a can-do attitude, with line management, coaching, training and counselling skills?
Have you worked in the social care, mental health or retail service sectors?
Are you an effective multi-tasker with a passion to support the welfare and development of ex-homeless people?
We are delighted to be working with Emmaus Hampshire a vibrant and thriving social enterprise community and registered Charity who are now seeking a Support Manager to play a pivotal role in the lives of companions, focusing on their welfare and progress toward independent living, including assisting them with personal budgeting, through personalised support, coaching, counselling, and guidance.
Emmaus Hampshire provide accommodation and meaningful employment for ex-homeless people, employed in their recycled furniture retail store, pre-loved boutique, warehouse, workshop and community kitchen. As a Support Manager, you will be someone who thrives in a dynamic environment. You will demonstrate a belief in the potential of each companion individually, and the importance of the community in helping them to achieve it.
You will:
- Be an effective supervisor, leading people, tasks, and timelines in a service-related background such as catering, retail or customer service.
- Demonstrate strong planning and delegation skills, with the ability to manage operational controls and ensure efficient service delivery.
- Be proactive with a supportive approach to coaching team members, helping them develop skills, confidence, and resilience.
- Have an in-depth understanding of homelessness and social exclusion, and a commitment to addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable individuals.
- Solid grounding in social care management, upholding safeguarding, professional boundaries, and a supportive, individual-focused approach
If you are flexible, resilient, and adaptable, with an empathetic approach, and a genuine desire to empower others, we encourage you to apply.
If you are looking to change careers or return to work, and believe you have the right skills to carry out this role, please do apply? Providing you can match the skills, competencies and have some experience in at least one of the areas described then we would like to hear from you.
Please note that there will a requirement for DBS.
For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Closing date: 15th January 2026
Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
Key Details
We are seeking a proactive, confident, and relationship-driven Partnerships & Growth Officer to contribute to Bridging the Bar’s external income and growth activities. This is a highly client-facing role that involves engaging with chambers, organisations, major sponsors, donors, grant funders, and other external stakeholders to secure financial support for BTB’s mission and programmes. You will take ownership of outreach, lead meetings and negotiations, and build strong, long-term relationships that underpin the charity’s sustainability and impact.
Job Title: Partnerships & Growth Officer
Location: Remote (c. twice a month travel to London and other UK cities, with expenses reimbursed).
Working Hours: Mon- Fri 9:00–18:00 with a one hour lunch break.
Weekend Work: 1–2 Saturdays per month (September to June), with time off in lieu.
Salary:£25,396.80 per annum, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus linked to organisational performance. The expected range for this bonus is £1,000–£5,000, depending on results.
About Bridging the Bar
Bridging the Bar (BTB) is an award-winning charity working to increase diversity at the Bar of England and Wales. We support aspiring barristers from underrepresented backgrounds through a range of high-impact programmes, events, and partnerships with leading chambers, law firms, and institutions.
The Role
We are seeking a proactive, confident, and relationship-driven Partnerships & Growth Officer to contribute to Bridging the Bar’s external income and growth activities. This is a highly client-facing role that involves engaging with chambers, organisations, major sponsors, donors, grant funders, and other external stakeholders to secure financial support for BTB’s mission and programmes. You will take ownership of outreach, lead meetings and negotiations, and build strong, long-term relationships that underpin the charity’s sustainability and impact.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will manage the delivery and renewal of our annual Partnership Cycle, cultivate major sponsorships, prepare award and grant applications, support the development of new income streams such as our accreditation scheme, high-value individual giving, and crowdfunding, and innovate novel initiatives. You will work closely with the Head of Operations and Programmes, as well as the wider Programmes team, to ensure high-quality delivery across all external commitments, seamless coordination, and effective communication of BTB’s outcomes and impact.
This role is ideal for someone who is motivated by securing resources, enjoys leading external meetings, thrives in a varied and fast-moving environment, has a flexible and innovative approach, and is excited by the opportunity to contribute to BTB’s strategic growth and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Partnerships Cycle
Each year, Bridging the Bar works with a cohort of chambers and organisations who financially support our work through the Partnership Cycle. This cycle runs from April to April, with partners donating a set amount in return for formal recognition and a package of benefits delivered throughout the year. As the cycle progresses, you will be responsible for outreach and renewals, onboarding, benefit delivery, and ongoing relationship management.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
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Researching and identifying potential partner organisations, and conducting proactive outreach to engage them in the Partnership Cycle
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Renewing existing or recurring partnerships, ensuring positive and long-term relationships
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Leading meetings and negotiations with potential or existing partners to secure onboarding to the current Partnerships Cycle
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Ensuring the smooth delivery of partnership benefits, including coordinating agreed activities and supporting partners to maximise the value of their engagement
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Coordinating with programme teams where cross-team collaboration is required to ensure expectations are met in relation to partner benefits
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Maintaining accurate partnership tracking, including invoicing, communications, benefit allocation, and delivery deadlines
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Monitoring partner accounts and taking a proactive approach to managing partner relationships and resolving issues
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Developing and refining partnership materials, such as proposals, benefit decks, and outreach resources
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Bringing an innovative, solutions-focused approach to the design and delivery of partnership benefits and improvements to the overall cycle
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Gathering partnership feedback, ensuring partners understand the value and outcomes of their contribution
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Supporting impact reporting, including gathering relevant data, preparing summaries, and assisting the Head of Operations and Programmes in the production of reports for the Board
Major Sponsorships
Bridging the Bar also secures major sponsorships to fund specific programmes, such as the Academy. These agreements are individually negotiated and supported through tailored engagement plans. You will be responsible for identifying potential major sponsors, supporting negotiations, coordinating the delivery of agreed benefits, and managing these relationships to ensure strong long-term sponsorships.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
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Researching and identifying potential major sponsors, and conducting proactive outreach to engage organisations aligned with our programmes and new initiatives
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Cultivating and renewing major sponsorships, ensuring positive, long-term relationships with key funders
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Developing proposals, presentations, and engagement resources tailored to major funders to support pitches
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Collaborating with programme teams to ensure cross-team deliverables related to major sponsorships are met effectively and on schedule
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Maintaining accurate tracking of major sponsorships, including records of communications, deliverables, invoicing, and benefit fulfilment
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Proactively monitoring sponsor accounts, addressing emerging needs, and supporting strong relationship stewardship
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Gathering sponsor feedback and helping sponsors understand the outcomes and impact of their contribution
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Supporting impact reporting, including gathering relevant data, preparing summaries, and assisting the Head of Operations and Programmes in producing reports for the Board
Grants and Awards Applications
Bridging the Bar also pursues opportunities through both achievement awards and monetary grants. Achievement awards help raise our profile and showcase the impact of our work, while grant funding supports the delivery and growth of our programmes. You will contribute to identifying suitable opportunities, preparing strong applications, and supporting the stewardship and reporting required by award bodies and grant funders.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
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Researching and identifying suitable opportunities that align with Bridging the Bar’s mission, programmes, impact, and funding requirements
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Drafting and preparing high-quality applications, including gathering evidence, impact data, and supporting materials
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Monitoring deadlines and submission requirements to ensure timely, accurate applications
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Assisting with stewardship of award bodies and grant funders, including timely communication and relationship management
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Supporting grant reporting requirements, such as gathering programme data, preparing summaries, and assisting the Head of Operations and Programmes with narrative and financial reporting
New Initiatives
In addition to established activities, Bridging the Bar pursues new and emerging initiatives to support long-term financial sustainability, programme expansion, and reputational growth. This includes in our current development phase; a Chambers focused accreditation scheme, high-value individual giving, and crowdfunding campaigns. Future expansion has the scope to include other opportunities whether identified by the organisation or by you. You will help develop, test, and implement these initiatives as they evolve.
As Partnerships & Growth Officer, you will be responsible for:
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Overseeing the pilot of the accreditation scheme including; conducting meetings with pilot chambers, co-ordinating with consultants, ensuring deliverable are met, assisting with evaluation and refinement, supporting materials production
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Overseeing the initial stages of our high value individual giving work stream including; identifying potential givers, conducting relevant meetings, co-ordinating with suppliers, dispatching thank you gifts, and supporting materials production and distribution
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Developing crowd funding and fundraising initiatives including; innovating themes for targeted campaigns, overseeing campaign delivery, co-ordinating with volunteer fundraisers, administering recurring donations, and supporting materials production and distribution
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Applying a creative, solutions-focused mindset to identifying and shaping future opportunities
Other Duties
Beyond core responsibilities, you will also support wider organisational activities as needed. This may involve assisting with the BarNav newsletter, representing Bridging the Bar at events, and completing additional tasks that contribute to the charity’s overall effectiveness.
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Overseeing production of the BarNav newsletter including; brainstorming issues themes, co-ordinating contributions from partners, sponsors, staff, and/or candidates, compiling contributions and drafting final issue in Canva, and collaborating with the programmes team to ensure distribution of each issue.
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Providing support to the Head of Operations and programmes where needed including; taking meeting minutes, supporting production of financial reports, and assisting with presenting to the Board
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Collaborating with operations and programmes departments to support cross-functional delivery
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Representing BTB at BTB hosted events, relevant sector events, award ceremonies, or grant briefings where required
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Maintaining a flexible approach and supporting emerging needs across the charity as they arise
About You
Essential
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Adaptable and flexible, comfortable working in a changing environment
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Confident communicator, able to liaise with senior stakeholders and clients, lead meetings, negotiate, and network effectively
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Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take initiative
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Innovative, with a willingness to propose new ideas and approaches
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Aligned with the organisation’s values and mission-driven in approach
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Commercially aware, with an understanding of opportunities, markets, and value creation
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Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Desirable
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Experience with business development, corporate relations, grants, or sales or similar
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Demonstrated ability to build partnerships, generate opportunities, or support income-generating activities
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Understanding of the charity or legal landscape
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Creative approach to outreach and audience engagement, including digital communications and social media
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Competence with common work tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Canva) and a willingness to learn new systems
What We Offer
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The opportunity to support an award-winning charity driving systemic change within the legal profession
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Opportunities to contribute to organisational strategy and shape new initiatives
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Remote-first working environment, enabling flexibility and autonomy
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Flexible scheduling, allowing you to balance work and personal commitments
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Additional annual leave, with one extra day of paid holiday for each year of service (up to three years)
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Reimbursed travel and accommodation expenses for all work-related travel
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Annual funded team celebration days to recognise achievements and strengthen team connection
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Role-specific training and professional development, tailored to your growth
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Regular supervision and mentorship to support your ongoing professional development
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Access to our Employee Development Fund to fund training courses or other progression costs
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Access to our Employee Equipment Fund to fund to help you enhance your home-working setup
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Supportive, inclusive, and values-driven organisational culture
How to Apply
Please submit a one-page cover letter and CV via the form with the subject line (NAME) – Partnerships & Growth Officer Application - Stage One. Your cover letter should reflect your experience, vision for how you would contribute to the organisation, and commitment to BTB’s mission. This should be submitted to us directly via the email address on our website: applications that are not emailed directly will not be considered.
If you are successful at stage one, you will also be asked to complete pre-interview tasks as stage two between 12th Jan - 16th Jan.
Our third and final stage is an interview stage. Applicants successful at stage two will be invited to interview in W/C 19th Jan.
We aim to make an offer in W/C 26th Jan.
All applicants, successful or not, will receive application feedback from the panel.
Application Deadline: 09:00 12th January 2026
Intended Start Date: 09:00 2nd March 2026
Please note that you must both be located within and have the right to work in the UK for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About HIAS+JCORE
HIAS+JCORE is the UK Jewish voice on refugees and racial justice. Our work is driven by the belief that the Jewish community should play an active part in building a society in which refugees are able to live in dignity where the UK is a welcoming place free from racism.
Our organisation came into being through the joining of forces in 2023 between two organisations: the Jewish Council for Racial Equality (JCORE) and HIAS. We put in place a strategy to last from late 2024 to late 2027 and are excited about how we are achieving many of our goals.
Purpose and nature of role
We’re looking for a motivated self-starter to join our team to take on a role with autonomy around office management, human resources and procurement. You’ll be a fast learner who takes initiative and can work independently on new projects. The successful post-holder will provide support to ensure the whole operation runs smoothly.
Essential functions
Organisational operations
1. Managing the office, ensuring team members have the space and equipment they require; procuring new equipment and services required, and managing all suppliers;
2. Ensuring HIAS+JCORE is meeting all statutory and regulatory requirements including implementing health and safety policy and procedures, and arranging and ensuring staff attendance at relevant training;
3. Being the first point of contact for external queries and responding to phone and email enquiries;
4. Administering HIAS+JCORE’s DBS system for staff and volunteers, liaising with both applicants and the DBS provider to ensure smooth processes;
5. Liaising with the charity’s insurance provider to ensure that policies are up-to-date and cover our work.
Events
1. Providing administrative support to HIAS+JCORE events, including venue booking, registration, communication, working with suppliers, and other support before, during, and after events;
2. Organising staff meetings, training, away days, social events and celebrations;
3. Ensuring events take place within agreed budgets.
HR
- Managing contracts and inductions for new staff, maintaining personnel files and HR records;
- Working with colleagues to produce and update job descriptions and person specifications;
- Managing annual leave records and liaising with staff and trustees about office closed dates;
- Assistance with recruitment and induction as required. Including advertising roles, maintaining recruitment records, liaising with candidates and interview panel, organising interviews, requesting references/DBS checks and ensuring statutory requirements are followed at all times;
- Liaising with the charity’s payroll provider and ensuring payslips, P60s and other documents are sent to staff;
- Ensure that employment law and other relevant legislation is being complied with;
- Working with colleagues at the HIAS Head Office to respond to any arising HR or disciplinary issues;
- Ensuring staff compliance with all HIAS+JCORE and HIAS policies.
Finance support
- Working with the freelance finance manager to ensure timely updating of accounts and payments;
- Oversee staff payment cards;
- Fundraising administrative support, including recording and logging regular and one-off donor and administrating fundraising appeals;
Governance and staff support
- Coordinating the work of the Board of Trustees, including organising Board meetings, circulating papers to trustees, attending meetings and taking minutes;
- Administrative tasks relating to liaising with and updating records held by the Charity Commission and Companies House;
- Administrative support and diary management for Executive Director and Deputy Director.
IT
- Responsible for the management of HIAS+JCORE’s data and filing systems. Ensure data protection laws are being adhered to. Point of contact for the ICO;
- Ensuring regular safety testing;
- Work with partners at HIAS to implement new systems
- Working with the team to implement our new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system; managing our database and CRM, including data entry, supporting staff with CRM and setting up campaigns, events, reports and forms.
Other Responsibilities
- Any other duties as required by your line manager.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- A self-starter that is able to take initiative and work independently on new projects, including finding ways to improve the efficient and smoother running of the HIAS+JCORE office team;
- A willingness to learn on the go;
- Excellent IT skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite including being able to undertake key tasks such as mail mergers;
- Awareness of statutory and regulatory requirements;
- Awareness of GDPR and data protection legislation;
- Ability to communicate well in writing;
- Excellent attention to detail;
- Excellent organisational skills;
- Ability to work well as part of a team and with other volunteers;
- Ability to oversee and manage projects on an ongoing basis;
- Commitment to HIAS+JCORE values, social justice and anti-racism.
Desirable
- Experience of working for a small charity ;
- Experience of interacting with charity governance and trustee boards.
Experience required
- Prior administrative experience;
- Experience of managing a database system;
- Experience of holding responsibility for data management, HR and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements;
- Proficiency in IT and ability to learn how to use new equipment
Applicants must be UK based either in London/the South-East or be willing to relocate. We are only able to consider applicants who have the right to work in the UK. HIAS+JCORE is unable to sponsor working visas to the UK.
We warmly encourage and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and people with any, or no, particular religious faith or beliefs. We particularly encourage applicants from people with lived experience of the asylum system.
We work for a UK where refugees and people seeking asylum have a fair chance to thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
St. Bride Foundation is partnering with Robertson Bell to recruit a Part-Time Finance Manager (21 or 28 hours a week) on a permanent basis. Established in 1891 with a clear social and cultural purpose, St Bride Foundation is one of London’s hidden gems.
We are looking for a highly competent Part-Time Finance Manager to join our team who displays a passion for St Bride Foundation. Responsible for producing financial and management accounts and reports. Also providing effective and efficient financial and administration support to the Board of Trustees, Foundation Manager and Heads of Departments.
The key responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:
- Manage the Annual Report process and prepare statutory accounts for St Bride Foundation Trust Ltd, St Bride Foundation and Bridewell Centre Limited.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting reports, ensuring timely and accurate financial information.
- Prepare month end journals and maintain robust supporting documentation.
- Maintain and reconcile all balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets.
- Manage the accounting system, including oversight of sales and purchase ledgers, cash book, bank reconciliations and debt collection.
- Lead the migration from Sage Line 50 to Xero, due for completion by March 2026.
- Manage payroll processing, RTI submissions and pension administration.
- Manage relationships with HMRC, prepare VAT returns and ensure VAT and Corporation Tax submissions are accurate and on time.
- Prepare the annual budget and work closely with budget holders to ensure forecasts are accurate and up to date.
- Prepare cash flow forecasts, manage working capital and produce periodic income and expenditure forecasts.
- Liaise with investment managers, reconciling income and ensuring appropriate information is received for financial reporting.
- Prepare financial papers for the Board and Finance Committee, including financial analysis and commentary.
- Maintain and update the Risk Register, working with senior stakeholders to identify and manage financial risks.
About St. Bride Foundation:
Housed in a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian building just off Fleet Street, the Foundation was originally created to serve the print and publishing trades. Today, it continues to thrive as a centre for print, design and the creative arts, welcoming new generations of designers, printmakers, typographers and researchers through its events, workshops and collections.
At its heart are our internationally renowned collections on printing, typography, graphic design and publishing. Alongside thousands of books and printing-related periodicals, the library holds one of the world’s most important collections of type specimens, as well as historic presses, punches, and matrices. Researchers, students and practitioners continue to draw inspiration from its unparalleled holdings.
The Bridewell Theatre, an intimate venue within the building, stages a lively year-round programme of drama, music, comedy and festivals, while the Bridewell Bar (once the laundry) provides a relaxed social space.
Through its blend of heritage, learning and performance, the St Bride Foundation remains a hub for London’s creative and cultural life—connecting past and present, tradition and innovation.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a background in, or strong passion for, the not-for-profit sector and a keen desire to give back to the local community in a fantastic organisation
- Be an experienced Accountant with an understanding of financial and management accounts
- Have great communication skills and have the ability to translate complex financial reports to non-financial stakeholders
- Ideally have experience with line management, however candidates eager to develop in this area will be considered
- Be willing to gain a knowledge of, or have experience of, fundraising and restricted funds
This opportunity is being offered on a hybrid basis with the expectation you can visit their Central London based office 50% of the time.
Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our exclusive agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!
Senior Finance Officer (Cash)
(HEO)
£36,000 to £39,494 (National)
The Government Property Agency is the largest property holder in government, with more than £2.1 billion in property assets and over 50% of the government’s office estate. We are transforming the way the Civil Service works by creating great places to work, leading the largest commercial office programme in the UK, working towards halving carbon emissions from government offices, and achieving greater value for taxpayers. We are looking for innovative, solutions-focused people to join our team.
Representing the best covenant in the UK – His Majesty’s Government – we are leading ground-breaking programmes such as the Government Hubs Programme, Whitehall Campus Programme and Net Zero Programme, as well as delivering modern and cost-effective real estate service solutions.
Innovation and progress are at the heart of our behaviours. We foster a culture of lifelong learning, where curiosity and self-improvement are encouraged, and we’re dedicated to becoming a leading, inclusive employer both in the external market and throughout the Civil Service. Our strong emphasis on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) is not just about driving inclusion across our organisation, it is also about ensuring our services meet the needs of government departments and the civil servants who use our spaces.
Join our dynamic and diverse team that leads with purpose, improving sustainability, nurturing social value, driving inclusivity and flexibility, and kickstarting economic growth. We are driven by purpose, and you can be part of it too: where you make a meaningful impact; where you influence; where your voice really matters; where you help to shape our future direction.
The responsibilities of the Senior Finance Officer (Cash) will include:
- Preparing cash flow forecasts to support cash management, and support the payment run process
- Providing cash flow reports to the Cabinet Office to support the monthly group submission to HM Treasury
- Working with the Cabinet Office Treasury team in relation to funding requests
- Supporting the payroll and staff costs recording, ad-hoc recharging and purchase to pay processes
- Supporting continuous process efficiencies and improvements across the function, delivering maximum value for the GPA and ensuring robust controls are in place
- Preparing and processing journals
- Acting as contact for external and internal auditors of cash and associated controls
- Building relationships with key staff across Finance and the business in order to maintain effectiveness.
- Working with stakeholders, especially the Property Partner, to ensure key information is provided to aid robust forecasting
Key Skills & Experience
- Good experience of accounts payable, receivable and cash management
- Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse and interpret significant amounts of financial data
- Ability to develop productive relationships and effective networks with stakeholders across government organisations
- Good experience of systems and reporting e.g. Oracle
- Good Microsoft Office skills
- Ability to work in a geographically dispersed team
For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Emma Fuller at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.
The GPA is committed to representing the communities we serve by making Diversity, Equality and Inclusion part of everything we do. To ensure that we are always recruiting and retaining a diverse mix of talent, we are particularly inviting applications from candidates who are disabled, ethnically or gender diverse, and people who identify as being part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Northampton College are working with Robertson Bell to recruit to a Finance Business Partner position on a permanent basis. As one of the top 10 colleges in the UK, with significant strengths in health and social care, engineering, creative industries, construction, catering and digital, Northampton College is an inspiring place to work.
This role has been created to strengthen financial support to budget holders and improve financial decision-making across the organisation. With a turnover of £40m, the College continues to expand, making this an exciting opportunity to join a financially stable and ambitious organisation.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, ensuring accurate analysis of income, expenditure, and departmental budgets.
- Monitor and control departmental and college-wide budgets, identifying efficiencies and contributing to procurement and expenditure plans.
- Provide financial guidance and training to academic staff and budget holders, ensuring compliance with policies and procurement processes.
- Generate financial reports, dashboards, and modelling, supporting decision-making and financial oversight at all levels.
- Support the year-end process, VAT returns, and audits, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Assist in maintaining financial systems, cashflow forecasting, and payroll processes, ensuring effective financial management and contingency support.
The Organisation:
At Northampton College, our students are at the heart of everything we do, ensuring they receive an outstanding education that enables them to succeed.
Our students come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our organisation stronger.
The successful candidate will:
- Be part-qualified and looking to continue their studies (study support is provided)
- Have experience in a business partnering role, working with budget holders to support financial decision-making.
- Possess strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
- Have experience in budgeting and forecasting (or be eager to develop in this area).
This role offers flexible working, requiring the successful candidate will be based at our Booth Lane Campus in Northampton.
Benefits:
- Study support package
- Local Government Pension Scheme (a defined benefit scheme including an employer contribution rate of 22%) and 35 days' annual leave including bank holidays
- Free parking & EV charging
- On-site gym & wellbeing facilities and discounts on hair & beauty treatments
- NUS & Blue Light Card discounts
Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!
Robertson Bell is pleased to be supporting NSPCC in their search for a Financial Accounting & Control Manager to join their Finance & Procurement team on a permanent basis. NSPCC are the UK’s leading children’s charity, committed to ending cruelty to children and ensuring every childhood is safe and supported. They have been working to protect children for over 100 years, providing services, advice, and campaigning for change.
The Financial Accounting & Control Manager will report into the Head of Central Finance and lead a team of four, overseeing primary ledgers, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory accounts production, tax compliance, and treasury management. The postholder will be responsible for ensuring operational effectiveness and technical compliance across financial processes, while providing high-quality financial advice and guidance to colleagues across the organisation.
The organisation:
From their campaigns to their services, the NSPCC strive to make a difference in everything they do. They work with schools, provide support and advice for families and deliver therapeutic services. They undertake ground-breaking research, campaign for change, and run two free helplines providing support and advice: Childline (for children and young people) and Helpline (for adults seeking advice). Between 2016 and 2021, they helped make 6.6 million children safer from abuse - but they won’t stop until they stop child abuse and neglect altogether.
The key duties of this Financial Accounting & Control Manager will be:
- Lead the production of consolidated statutory accounts for NSPCC and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with SORP and accounting standards.
- Implement, monitor, and enforce internal financial controls to ensure integrity of ledger and reporting.
- Manage VAT, direct tax, and corporate tax compliance, including planning, returns, and negotiations with HMRC.
- Oversee cash flow monitoring and treasury management, including investment and banking relationships.
- Critically evaluate and improve financial processes, documenting procedures and ensuring adherence across the team.
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Lead and develop a team of Financial Accountants and Finance Officers, ensuring workload management and staff development.
The successful candidate will have:
- A CCAB-qualified accountancy qualification with experience in a complex financial environment.
- Experience producing consolidated statutory accounts and managing external audits, ideally within the charity sector.
- Proven experience in implementing, documenting, and enforcing financial controls.
- Experience managing, developing, and motivating a small team.
- Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to convey financial information to non-finance colleagues.
- A proactive and solution-focused approach with experience of process improvement and compliance initiatives.
By joining NSPCC, you will have the opportunity to work for an influential organisation making a real difference to children’s lives.
This role will be based out of their offices near Liverpool Street, with two days per week required in the office and the remaining days remote. The salary on offer is £53,623 to £62,629 plus £3,366 London Weighting Allowance. Applications are being reviewed daily, so submit your CV for consideration ASAP to ensure you don’t miss out!
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Title: Head of Programmes
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary Range £45,000-£51,000
Location: London, UK (with travel)
Contract type: Permanent contract
The Democratic Progress Institute (DPI) is an independent non-governmental organisation established in consultation with international experts in conflict resolution and democratic advancement. DPI seeks to promote peace and democracy building through strengthened public dialogue and engagement.
Overall Purpose of the Position
The Head of Programmes is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the organisations’ project activities and leads the DPI Programmes team, also ensuring a close working relationship with Finance, Fundraising and Operations colleagues. The role works with the CEO on operational, fundraising, strategic and monitoring levels and also involves representing DPI at external meetings and events as needed.
Project Management
- Coordinates the day-to-day operational management of the DPI’s programmes, including the implementation of activities and financial matters– in close coordination with relevant colleagues.
- Monitors the implementation of project activities and ensures compliance with the strategic framework as well as internal procedures and policies including financial and administrative.
- Facilitates programmes and events meetings (including designing the agenda and overseeing the organisation and preparation of materials)
- Manages performance of programmes’ team both Türkiye and UK.
- Organises regular meetings with the Programmes team to ensure project plan is on -track.
- Keeps an up-to-date overview of programme delivery, reports any challenges, and suggests solutions to the CEO.
- Builds project budgets with Finance, monitors project expenditures, develops financial strategies and addresses financial challenges.
- Monitors the political and security situation in Türkiye and the wider regions, developments relating to the conflict and impact on the project.
Reporting
- Works closely with the Funding and Development Manager to ensure timely delivery and monitoring of contractual reports, including interim and final reports to donors.
- Ensures that projects are implemented and reported in a timely and qualitative manner.
· Follows up with the team and gathers the reporting of meetings.
· Oversees deliverables and performance of the M&EE and Communications consultants.
Network
- Represents and promotes DPI’s work in varied contexts and maintains relationships with external stakeholders in Türkiye and in Europe such as political party representatives.
- Builds and maintains relationships with partners and donors alongside the Funding and Development Manager when needed.
- Carries out frequent visits to Türkiye and maintains a good working knowledge of the facts on the ground when needed.
Project Development
- Translates strategy into operational objectives and develops project/fundraising proposals including concept notes and narrative project proposals in conjunction with Funding and Development Manager.
- Identifies operational developments needs and develops corresponding opportunities and initiatives.
· Supports the CEO in strategic developments related to the project.
Key Experience/Technical Competencies/Knowledge required for the position.
The successful candidate should have the following
§ A postgraduate degree in Political Science, Law, Conflict Resolution, International Relations, or a related discipline is highly desirable.
§ At least 8-10 years’ experience in project management in charity or NGO setting.
§ Experience directly managing a team including remotely.
§ Strong experience of EU funding streams, rules and regulations and knowledge of government grant processes
§ Strong organisational and planning skills.
§ Critical and strategic thinking skills.
§ Experience in research and complex information analysis.
§ Knowledge of Türkiye political situation (desirable).
§ Strong writing and oral skills in English.
§ Knowledge/experience of and commitment to peace-making/humanitarian field.
§ Understands and respects confidentiality terms.
§ Ability to manage under tight deadlines and in high-pressure environments
§ A DBS certificate is preferable.
Interpersonal Skills needed for the position
§ Multi-tasker
§ Extremely reliable
§ Flexible and able to take initiative
§ Self-learner
§ Strong team player
§ Confidentiality
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with the final deadline set as the 19th of January 2026
The successful candidate should have the right to work in the United Kingdom
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
DPI is committed to Equal Opportunities and Cultural Diversity.
DPI SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
DPI maintains zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All employment offers are conditional upon the receipt of satisfactory references and the signing of our code of conduct with a particular focus on Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
East End Homes is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell in their search for a permanent Senior Finance Business Partner.
East End Homes is a leading housing provider dedicated to building sustainable communities through high-quality homes, exceptional services, and operational excellence. Every member of the team shares a common mission: to improve lives through quality housing and outstanding support. Their strategic vision focuses on developing sustainable communities, increasing operational efficiency, and fostering innovation and community engagement.
They are now seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to take full accountability for delivering strategic financial insights and support across the organisation. This pivotal leadership role will enable the Financial Controller to focus on broader strategic priorities, while ensuring robust financial management, insightful analysis, and effective governance throughout the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Partnering with budget holders across the organisation to develop budgets, forecasts, and reports that inform strategic decision-making.
- Enhancing the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data to create a more forward-looking, insight-driven finance function.
- Lead on the production of end-to-end management accounting.
- Leading ongoing improvements in financial systems, processes, and reporting to drive efficiencies and foster better collaboration.
- Providing financial leadership during key projects, including refining forecasting accuracy and streamlining year-end procedures.
- Acting as a trusted adviser to the senior leadership team, clearly communicating financial risks, opportunities, and insights.
The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate:
- Proven experience working directly with budget holders and engaging senior stakeholders.
- Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning & analysis
- The ability to manage and develop a finance team, with a focus on process improvements.
- Experience in the social housing sector
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- A collaborative, proactive approach with the resilience to work effectively under pressure.
The role offers a generous 33 days on annual leave, highly competitive pension and a flexible hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days per week at the head office located at 3 Resolution Plaza, London E1 6PS.
The closing date for applications is 7th December, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis - early submission is highly recommended.
Please submit your CV to Robertson Bell, East End Homes’ exclusive recruitment partner.
Speaker Network and Education Manager
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £44,168 - £46,493 with excellent benefits
Location: London, UK.
Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% (2 days) of working time is spent face to face, either in the London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base. In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.
Change starts with water. Change starts with you.
Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.
About WaterAid
Do you want to use your skills in managing, leading, and supporting a network of volunteers to make a real difference in the world? You’ll be managing a highly successful and long-standing volunteer Speaker Network, which has been engaging and educating communities for over 20 years.
At WaterAid, we work to make clean water, decent toilets, and good hygiene accessible to everyone, everywhere. We are looking for passionate, creative, and dedicated people who are eager to make an impact. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to bring your best self to work every day. Together, we can achieve far more.
About the Speaker Network
The Speaker Network is a vibrant community of volunteers who educate audiences about WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene). The Speaker Network and Education Manager oversees volunteer Speakers, coordinating talks and workshops delivered face-to-face and online. These sessions engage community groups such as schools, faith groups, and youth organisations, reaching thousands annually, raising awareness of WASH and inspiring support for WaterAid’s fundraising and campaigning work.
About the Role
As our committed and experienced Speaker Network and Education Manager,
you will:
- Manage the day-to-day running of the Speaker Network and volunteer Speakers and overseeing Administrators who coordinate and process Speaker requests.
- Lead and manage the Speaker Network, recruiting volunteers and training them to deliver high-quality talks and workshops.
- Develop, deliver, and maintain educational resources, including Key Stage WASH curriculum materials, ensuring best practice in language, design, and child-friendly visuals.
- Manage operational processes and systems, embedding best practice in volunteer management, GDPR compliance, and safeguarding.
- Monitor performance, manage budgets and KPIs, and contribute to reporting, evaluation, and future planning.
- Lead on strategic initiatives, contributing to the development of a unified volunteer stewardship journey across WaterAid.
Person Specification / To be successful, you’ll need:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, and people-focused individual who can inspire and support volunteers. You will have:
- 5+ years’ experience recruiting, developing, and managing volunteers, ideally in education or community engagement.
- Strong knowledge of GDPR, safeguarding, and volunteer best practice.
- A natural ability to inspire, motivate, and support volunteers to deliver high-quality talks and workshops.
- Experience developing and delivering training and/or educational resources.
- Strong organisational, planning, and evaluation skills, including monitoring, reporting, and process improvement.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels.
- Experience managing Key Stage educational resources and/or working with freelance educators or writers.
- Understanding of WASH programmes, policy, and campaigning.
- Ability to identify practical opportunities to strengthen the Speaker Network and increase volunteer engagement.
Closing date: Applications close 12:00 PM UK time on 19th January 2026. 1st interview via Teams, Thursday 22 January, 2nd interview face to face at our Canary Wharf office on Thursday 29 January
How to Apply: Click Apply to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre‑employment screening: To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
- 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Season ticket loan
- Free annual eye tests
- ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
- Sabbaticals
- One paid volunteer day each year
As part of our annual leave policy, all employees receive three additional days of annual leave on top of their standard allocation of 25 days. These days are designated to cover the period when our UK office closes between Christmas and New Year, allowing all UK WaterAiders to take a well-deserved break.
These days are automatically scheduled and cannot be changed or moved. Annual leave is accrued based on your start date. If sufficient leave has not been accrued by the time of the closure, the 3 days will be taken as unpaid leave or pro-rated, depending on your circumstances.
Our Global Commitment:
Our people promise
We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.
Safeguarding
We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).
Together, we’ll change the world through water.
Join us and be part of the change !
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.



Saferworld is recruiting a Country Manager, Afghanistan (UK based) to lead our Afghanistan programme and shape the strategic direction of our work in line with Saferworld’s 10-year organisational strategy.
The post-holder will provide strong leadership and be responsible for the strategic steer based in our organisational strategy and rooted in partners’ collective visions for their societies. They will lead on partnership relations, resourcing efforts, providing financial oversight, managing staff, and reporting to donors. They will represent Saferworld in interactions with relevant authorities, donors, and other stakeholders in Afghanistan, South Asia, and globally. The post-holder will engage in cross-organisational information-sharing and lesson-learning on policy and strategy issues, and develop written analysis linking experiences and learning in Afghanistan to global trends and platforms.
This programme operates in a complex context. In this environment, effective leadership requires that the post-holder centres partners voices and views in planning for and managing a range of expected and unexpected risks. The post-holder will contribute to organisation-wide strategic planning, processes and discussions to advance thematic and operational priorities, methodological approaches and organisational development. This will specifically require developing new ways of working to ensure impactful change, linking programmes across different contexts and regions.
Saferworld is unable to sponsor work visas. This role is based in London, UK, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK. As Saferworld does not currently have a presence in Afghanistan, applicants based in Afghanistan will not be eligible for this role unless they already have the right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Donor Stewardship and Legacies
Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation
Devizes / Hybrid • £42,000–£46,000 Depending on experience •Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Are you passionate about building lasting relationships and seeing generosity make a real difference? Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation is looking for an experienced fundraiser to lead and grow our individual giving and legacy programmes.
This role is central to creating a vibrant culture of giving across the region while helping deliver our 2025–2030 strategy. You’ll develop meaningful, long-term relationships with supporters and strengthen our Friends of the Foundation offer, inspiring generosity through thoughtful stewardship and engaging communications.
Wiltshire & Swindon Community Foundation is seeking an experienced and motivated Head of Donor Stewardship and Legacies to lead and grow our relationships with individual donors. This role will be central to developing a culture of philanthropy across Wiltshire and Swindon, contributing directly to the delivery of our 2025–2030 organisational strategy. The postholder will build strong, meaningful relationships with supporters, develop a compelling individual giving programme (including strengthening our Friends of the Foundation offer) and legacy programme This role requires a confident fundraiser with strong stewardship skills, excellent communication, and a deep understanding of the Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice.You will be familiar with developing mailed and emailed communications but also with building relationships both face to face and over the telephone with supporters, specifically with older supporters.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a small, supportive team who care deeply about what we do. We offer flexible working and a hybrid approach, with our office based in Devizes.
For more information about our current vacancies, and our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, please visit our website.
Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 30 January 2026
Please note, the full job description and person specification can be found in the recruitment pack, on the recruitment page on our website, where you can also apply for this role.
If you have experience in individual giving and want to help transform local communities, we’d love to hear from you.
Grow sustainable funding, forge partnerships & a create a culture of giving that helps meet local needs & empowers the voluntary sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.