Operations Manager Jobs
The Confederation of School Trusts exists to represent academy trusts and to continually enhance our education system. They are now looking for a Chief Operating Officer to develop a financial strategy and operations as they enter a new phase of development.
· Location: Remote with regular travel to Nottingham/London
Applications close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 4th June.
Who we are.
The Confederation of School Trusts (CST) is the leading advocate and support network for school trusts in England, representing approximately 75% of the academy sector. With a membership-centric approach, we prioritise the needs of our member trusts, serving as their collective voice and championing their contributions to education.
Funded through various channels, including memberships, events, and partnerships, CST operates alongside CST Professional Development Ltd, offering tailored training and services focused on trust governance.
About the role.
We are seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to drive strategic development amid political shifts. Reporting to our Chief Executive Officer, the COO will oversee financial management, operations, digital strategy, and corporate governance, playing a pivotal role in shaping CST's future.
Responsibilities include financial strategy development, budgeting, compliance, and team leadership across CST and its trading arm. The COO will ensure operational efficiency, manage contracts and procurement, and spearhead digital infrastructure and information governance enhancements.
This hybrid role requires regular travel to our offices in Nottingham and London. The ideal candidate will demonstrate autonomy, accountability, and a strategic mindset, with expertise in financial planning, operational management, and digital strategy implementation.
Who we are looking for.
Proficiency in people management, culture development, and regulatory compliance is essential. Experience in charity and corporate governance is desirable, as is a genuine commitment to improving the academy trust system in the UK.
If you're a qualified accountant with a passion for driving organisational excellence and supporting education leaders, we encourage you to apply and join us in making a difference in the lives of learners across the country.
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Applications for this role close at 9 a.m. Tuesday 4th June.
King’s College London offers an intellectually stimulating environment, where staff are dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and learning in the service of society. We are a multi-faculty institution, providing high-quality research, education and innovation across the social sciences, humanities, health, law, dentistry, and sciences. As a member of the Russell Group, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards in research and education.
The Finance, Procurement, Strategic Planning and Analytics directorate, led by the Chief Financial Officer / VP (Finance), comprises c.150 roles located across our campuses in central London. The Finance department of c.100 roles provides various accounting, assurance, advisory, decision support and financial processing functions for the whole university.
The Director of Finance Business Partnering (Operations) is a critical role within the Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance division that will lead, develop and deliver high quality finance business partnering and decision support to all the central services of the university, including providing financial planning, reporting and insight across revenue and capital funded activity.
You will support the senior Director of the Financial Strategy, Planning & Performance function in development and improvement projects. Examples include the development of a professional competencies framework to support career progression and performance at all levels, supported by learning and development opportunities, improving key processes, resource allocation and financial planning methodologies, and reporting on financial performance.
As part of the function’s senior management team, this role will lead a team of finance business partners who will provide outstanding partnering services to our central services including large functions such as Estates and Facilities, IT, Students & Education, Research Management and on other crucial ‘head office’ activities. Working closely with the corporate reporting team on the provision of management accounts, you will lead on financial performance support in-year and across our three-year financial planning framework. You will also undertake and provide professional support to your team on business partnering skills, financial modelling, business case development and financial appraisals. You will play a wider role as a senior member of the finance leadership team on cross-college initiatives and be asked to deputise for the senior Director of the division or their peers.
It is an exciting time to join the university as we are making a step change in our support and advice, particularly to directorate heads and our Senior Vice Principal (Operations), and onwards through the leadership roles across the central service directorates where financial and operational decisions are made.
This is a full time post (36 Hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. We work in a hybrid way and there is an expectation of being able to work at least three days a week in our offices to help facilitate a collaborative working culture.
To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria
1. Professional Accountancy Qualification
2. Highly resilient with the ability to run multiple objectives, large senior teams and complex political processes concurrently
3. Exceptional understanding of running and leading financial planning, monitoring, forecasting and business partnering in a complex and large organisation
4. Exceptional leadership skills and a service approach in your professional work
5. Ability to operate and deliver change and improvements in a complex organisational environment
6. Exceptional business case financial appraisal and modelling skills
7. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in the written word and in person in a variety of formats including committee presentations and policy documentation
8. Numerate and IT literate with the ability to use the standard suite of office software together with excellent knowledge of one or more corporate finance/ERP and reporting systems
9. Significant recent experience of leading business partnering, financial support and advice functions and services
10. Experience of designing, delivering and improving capital planning and reporting processes
11. Leading teams to achieve complex and competing objectives over a variety of time horizons in partnership with other technical leads and partnered areas.
12. Ability to build and manage internal and external relationships
13. Self-management and ability to work independently to meet deadlines
14. Attention to detail and working to a high-level of accuracy
Desirable criteria
1. Degree level qualification
2. Leadership of technical / professional staff who manage their own work and activities
3. Experience of having worked in or with the university sector
We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.
We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. We have a strong equality, diversity and inclusion agenda and would expect the post holder to demonstrate these values.
We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. The deadline for applications is Sunday 19th May 2024. If you would like to discuss the role, please get in touch with Bryony Thomas via the Allen Lane agency website.
Shortlisting will complete late May and may include an initial conversation with Allen Lane, our recruitment partner for this role. First stage interviews with King’s College London are planned for early June.
We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates for this role who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.
A fantastic children’s charity are looking for a Children's Service Coordinator based in Gloucestershire.
Salary: up to £37,300 dependent on experience and qualifications.
As Children’s Service Coordinator you will provide support to the Registered Manager to help launch and run a newly established team, in a brand-new solo home in Gloucestershire.
You would be based in a solo placement home in a beautiful setting in Gloucestershire, the home is for a young person with complex needs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing and leading a team of professional social care staff.
- You may be required to step up as deputy to the Registered Manager
- Creating a strong and high achieving team.
- Liaising with our key Stakeholders within and outside Action for Children.
- Supporting the Registered Manager in data collection and analysis.
The successful candidate will be passionate about making a positive difference in children's lives and ideally will have previously worked as Deputy Manager (preferred but not essential). You must have experience of supervising and supporting a staff team and hold a qualification relevant to the work or extensive experience and ongoing professional development. Knowledge and experience of quality assurance approach to children's services is also vital, as well as experience of analysing data and management information to support continual service improvement and development.
If you’re interested in hearing more, please do get in touch ASAP for the full job pack.
Please note, CVS are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information.
Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
We are working with a membership body based in central London, who are looking for a Membership Engagement Coordinator to join their team. This is a new role, working closely with the Membership Manager and will be responsible for coordinating and delivering membership engagement, recruitment and retention plans, ensuring members are at the centre of the organisation.
Some of the benefits include
- Hybrid working.
- Group pension scheme, with generous employer contributions (5% of salary, increasing to 10% after 3 years service).
- 25 days holiday, increasing to 27 days, plus 3.5 days during Christmas.
- Buying and selling annual leave scheme.
As Membership Engagement Coordinator you will
- Lead and deliver on communications plans for renewals, ensuring renewal emails, letters and calls are made to ensure high levels of member retention - monitoring retention rates and cancellation reasons.
- Work with the Membership Manager and Digital Communications Manager on social media campaigns to reach new members.
- Raise awareness of all member benefits to help with member engagement.
- Manage membership networks, and work closely with the events team to build networks at the organisation events.
- Monitor and evaluate membership statistics, assess their effectiveness and suggest improvements if necessary.
- Help deliver a member recruitment strategy with the Membership Manager.
To be successful in the role you will
- Have experience in another member engagement role.
- Have an appetite for problem solving and making improvements and enhancing new ways of working.
- Experienced in developing and implementing membership recruitment and retention plans.
- Have an understanding of digital marketing platforms and systems.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Job Title: Health and Safety Officer (Property and Transport)
Salary: £24,756 – £26,241 per annum (FTE: £41,260 – £43,735)
Location: Remote
Contract: Part-time (3 days/ or 21 hours a week), 18-month FTC
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting a national health charity in their search for a Health and Safety Officer to contribute to the overall implantation of the Health and Safety team’s objectives. This is a part-time, (21 hours a week), 18-month FTC position, offered remotely.
As a key member of the Service and Support team, the new Health and Safety Officer will work closely with groups providing transport services, and employees managing offices and shops to ensure the application of the Risk Management Framework. The postholder will manage the audit process carried out by external auditors, and where appropriate, audit activities carried out by groups also (property and transport). The Health and Safety will investigate accidents and incidents as appropriate, following up with outcomes and changes to the Risk Management Framework.
To be successful, you will have experience of working with in house Health and Safety systems, covering risk areas associated with volunteers. You will have a NEBOSH certificate and be a member of the institute of Occupational Safety and Health. You will have an in-depth knowledge, and up-to-date knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, particularly those that relate to the voluntary/charity sector. You will have experience of risk assessment, inspection and auditing procedures, with experience managing the health and safety of either properties or transport. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to build effective working relationships with volunteers.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role.
We are working with an independent research institute who are recruiting for a Executive Assistant to the Director and COO. The Director, has responsibility for research within the institute, and also is a senior professor. The COO, oversees the charitable and administrative structures of both the institute.
Although the primary focus of the role is support for the Director and COO, the role will contribute to the wider institute, particularly event and meeting support. It will be a varied role which will suit someone with previous experience of administration or personal assistant work in the area of science of healthcare.
As EA you will
- Act as gatekeeper between internal/external stakeholders.
- Manage all aspects of the Director's quarterly trustees including collating, editing and proofreading ready for submission to the Board.
- Schedule management on behalf of the Director and COO.
- Produce high quality reports, summaries, presentations and organisation charts.
- Provide secretariat support for monthly Leadership meetings and quarterly trustee meetings.
- Provide meeting briefings and summaries for the Director/COO.
To be successful in the role you will
- Have discretion, diplomacy and trustworthiness.
- Be flexible and adaptable.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- The ability to be proactive and take the initiative.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Data Governance Lead, 2 year contract
Global Charity, Surrey
1 day a week hybrid working offered
£50,000
Charity People are delighted to be working in partnerships with a world-famous charity to recruit a Data Governance Lead to come in and
As the Charity embarks on a new strategy, they are undertaking a multi-year systems transformation programme. A key part of this is the CRM Change Programme, the foundation of continued supporter and income growth, enabling the team members to engage more deeply with individual and organisational supporters, through new products & services, innovative campaigns, collaborative partnerships, and exciting events.
The goal is a CRM environment where users can manage processes effectively, using automated workflows and apps to deliver exceptional supporter experiences in a secure, contemporary, and well-governed system.
The Role
We are looking for a Data Governance Lead to come in and work to define what first-class data governance looks like for the Charity, including establishing a data retention framework for their relationship marketing systems and tools, to ensure privacy is included within process design at all points, and will work to embed best practice data quality standards within the organisation.
You will champion and train colleagues in how to get the most from data, creating a framework for data classification, discovery and the provision of self-service datasets and increasing data literacy across the organisation.
This individual will be the resident expert in data governance and maturity, adept in data governance tools and helping to classify, categorise and document our data.
The Candidate
We are looking for someone with experience in developing and implementing data governance policies, standards and procedures, with an understanding of advocating for better use and management of data along with delivering better data literacy within an organisation. You should have experience of setting up or establishing a data governance framework from scratch, enabling data users to deliver their objectives efficiently and confidently.
Experience of implementing data governance tools such as Azure Purview, Informatica, Talend, etc would be highly advantageous.
Furthermore, you should have excellent communication and persuasion skills with the ability to turn technical understanding into clear, understandable, and useful information and advice for internal customers.
Ideally you will have worked as a Data Governance Manager or a Data Governance Lead, but we will also welcome applications from those with strong Data Management experience across a range of sectors and disciplines.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-famous charity with a reputation for excellence. Charity People are managing all applications for this role; interested applicants should send their CV to Ben Garner, Senior Consultant at Charity People in the first instance.
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), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic Project Coordinator (Awards) to join a prestigious organisation!
Our client, an established institution is dedicated to recognising, promoting, and supporting excellence in science and using it to make a better life for everyone.
Please note this is a full-time position being offered on a hybrid working basis.
The Project Coordinator (Awards) will work closely with the hiring manager ensuring the organisation’s events run smoothly. This will involve a variety of responsibilities from planning prize lectures to handling nominations and medal orders. You will also help manage committees, drafting documents, and keep things ticking post-event. The Project Coordinator (Awards) will also liaise with internal teams in regards to the marketing of awards and will ensure that information is recorded accurately where needed and that any associated communications is sent in a timely manner.
To be considered for this role you will have experience of planning and delivering high profile and complex events. You will have the ability to form strong working relationships with a variety of individuals including senior leaders and internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will have experience of working and managing a wide range of suppliers. They will also possess excellent customer service skills and will excel working in a customer focused environment.
If you are highly organised, love fine details and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for diversity and inclusion?
Location: Soho, London / Hybrid
Salary: c.£65,000 depending on experience
Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 7th May 2024
About us
Diversity Role Models is a dynamic charity whose vision is a world where everyone embraces diversity and can thrive. Our mission is to promote understanding and acceptance of individual differences and end LGBTQ+ bullying in schools. We do this by harnessing the power of storytelling and delivering pioneering educational workshops.
Since launching in 2011, we have made a huge impact. However, we have just scratched the surface and we have ambitious growth plans as we look to expand and develop further nationally and into new regions.
About the role
We’re now seeking a Chief Operating Officer to spearhead our operational and financial strategies, driving efficiency, sustainability, and growth. You will play a key and active role in providing strategic direction and oversight for our operational and financial functions, ensuring alignment with our mission and goals, as we continue to grow and expand.
You will drive efficiency and effectiveness across our operations, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing solutions, and foster a culture of continuous evolution, where every team member is empowered to contribute to our success. Equally, you will put our people at the heart of our work, support our staff with development initiatives, providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the organisation.
About you
We seek someone with proven experience in operational leadership roles, with strong financial acumen and a track record of effective financial management and budget oversight. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills are a must, and you will come with the ability to inspire and motivate others. Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities will come naturally to you, and you will have a focus on driving results and achieving organisational goals. Crucially, you will be able to demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social impact.
We are based in Soho, London, and whilst we have a hybrid working culture there is an expectation that 3 days per week will be office-based.
If you have a passion for diversity and inclusion, we invite you to join us at Diversity Role Models. Together, we’ll create positive change and empower the next generation to embrace diversity and thrive. Join the team and be part of something truly meaningful!
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can find full details of the job description and register your interest to apply.
Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 7th May 2024.
One of the UK’s largest and highest profile groups of schools is looking to recruit a new Head of Operational Finance - to work from their head office in East Croydon (3 days per week in office). This is a fantastic opportunity to have a real impact with an organisation whose purpose is to make life fairer for children in and around London. Focusing on the most challenging schools and turn them into exceptional places of learning where everyone – staff and students – thrive.
Job Purpose
To manage the internal financial operational processes and reporting for the Federation, ensuring timeliness, accuracy and completeness. To provide financial support and advice to Head Office departments and schools, including the Federation Senior Leadership Team. To provide support to the Financial Controller and Director of Finance as required.
The Federation is going through an exciting period of change and this role represents an excellent opportunity to be part of driving improvements within a large organisation, as part of a compact and high-performing central finance function.
Main Areas of Responsibility
- Oversee all income processing for the schools and federation.
- Oversee all payroll processing for the schools and federation,
- Manage the BACS and manual payment process
- Review central processing for best practice.
- Oversee Balance sheet reconciliation for the schools and federation monthly
- Maintain the finance handbook and other published guidance
- Work with FC and Systems team to implement month end timetable
- Develop and implement a training for Finance Officer’s, Management Accountant’s and Accounts Payable team
- Work with the Financial Controller on producing and reviewing consolidated monthly accounts
- Work with partnership team to incorporate proposed adjustments to Month end and Year end accounts in line with the timetable.
- Prepare all consolidated submissions to the Department for Education
- Prepare year end papers and supporting schedules for head office activities
- Liaise with the Internal Audit team and External auditors
- Assist with various ESFA submissions and audits
- Oversea Reconciliation and review of monthly inter-academy recharges
- Review of monthly journals (e.g. prepayments, deferred income, academy recharges)
- Identify and evaluate opportunities for improving value for money
- Work closely with other departments and Hubs within the central federation such as procurement to ensure that we have clear and smooth processes between departments
- Ad hoc tasks as required by the DF and FC
Are you a Data Migration expert looking for some interim work?
We are delighted to be working once again with a prestigious health charity as they search for a Data Migration Specialist to lead the implementation of their new MS Dynamics CRM. You will be tasked with setting up all functionality for the ongoing use of this CRM including utilising SQL, Python alongside KingswaySoft tools to import and export data accurately and efficiently from various source systems. You will also manage a complex range of internal and external stakeholders so strong influencing skills will be a real asset.
You will need:
- Proven experience in SQL database development and data migration projects
- Experience of utilising KingswaySoft or similar ETL tools
- Ability to convert technical information to a range of audiences
- Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, problem solving and internal stakeholder management skills
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000
Contract: 3- 6 months (Part time or full time)
Location: Remote or Hybrid
Deadline: ASAP
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Chloe on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, and supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Our client, a leading London university, is looking to appoint a temporary Library Assistantto work in a small team within the Subject Liaison Team, providing support for the work of the Subject Liaison Librarians, with particular focus on course resource provision, collection management activities (digital and print) and supporting the information skills programme provided by the Team.
This is a part time role, 25 hours per week, to cover a career break. It will run from early June 2024 to mid July 2025 in the first instance. There is a hybrid working option, with minimum 60% of your time on site, including Tuesday and Thursday.
Previous experience of working in a library of information environment is essential, as well as experience of searching for library materials using an online public-access catalogue (OPAC).
Main duties will include:
- Supporting the course reading provision cycle, using the university’s library system
- Collection management (digital and print)
- Customer Support and Library Skills delivery.
If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest below and submit your CV in Word format.
Please note that you will be required to complete a cover sheet which will be sent to you if you are shortlisted.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Director of Development and Alumni Relations
University of Stirling
Location: Stirling, Scotland
Salary: This is a Grade 10 role with a salary range that starts at £75,840pa. The offer will be
made commensurate with experience.
Founded by Royal Charter in 1967, the University of Stirling was the first new university in Scotland for more than 400 years. Since our beginnings, the University has embraced our role as an innovative, intellectual and cultural institution with a pioneering spirit and a passion for excellence.
Based in the historic and geographical heart of Scotland, our beautiful and accessible 330-acre campus is home to over 20,000 students and staff, representing over 140 nationalities. This is an exciting time to join us as we will soon launch a new Strategic Plan that builds on our significant achievements to date and sets out our shared vision to 2030. Our focus is on making an impact on people’s lives and being a force for good, and our Development and Alumni Relations team will create and deliver engaging and memorable opportunities for our alumni, friends and donors to galvanise our community and secure philanthropic support. To achieve this, we are seeking a new Director of Development and Alumni Relations who will design and drive a new and ambitious strategy for fundraising and alumni engagement, with active support from the Principal and Vice-Chancellor, and the senior leadership team across the University.
You will bring the professional expertise, credibility and personal qualities necessary to provide exceptional leadership for the Development and Alumni Relations team, and collaborate with academic and professional services colleagues, alumni, donors and key stakeholders to make our strategic intent a reality. Your philanthropy experience, including designing successful cultivation and engagement strategies, and a significant track record of securing gifts, will help you to swiftly establish credibility across the University. There is scope to review and adapt our current operations and programme of activity, and we are looking for someone excited by the opportunity to innovate and develop a fresh approach. To succeed in this role, you will be an inspirational, inclusive, and collaborative leader with experience of leading and motivating teams, with a can-do attitude and flexible approach to achieving outstanding results.
If you are ready to take on a key senior leadership role and make a major contribution to the continuing success of the University, please get in touch via our recruitment partner, Richmond Associates. You can download the information pack for this exceptional opportunity on Richmond Associates' website or arrange a confidential discussion with Sonja Dunphy, Managing Director.
How to apply
Applications should consist of a curriculum vitae detailing your relevant qualifications and experience, employment history and achievements. CVs should be accompanied by a covering letter (maximum of 2 pages) describing briefly how you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the Information for Candidates pack, your achievements, why the appointment is of interest and what you'd like to achieve in the role.
Closing date for applications is 9am on Friday, 24 May 2024
CRM Consultant
Charity Supplier
£32-36K (dependent on experience)
Permanent
Blended working between remote and north London office
Charity People are thrilled to be working with Productle, an exciting company that's delivering headache-solving data solutions to their clients who are mainly charities.
We are looking for a positive thinking Junior CRM Consultant who will help to deliver continuous improvement projects alongside business-as-usual processes to their customers. The role will be varied and offer the opportunity to work across a wide array of CRM technologies.
The successful candidate will have a blend of technical, analytical and relationship abilities. Training and ongoing support is provided to help the role holder achieve as well as possible for their clients.
There are career growth opportunities into leading operational projects, to delivering strategic projects or to developing new Continuous Improvement project types.
We'll need the role holder to have a love of data, good process, customer service and working in a supportive team. Successful post holders will enjoy:
- 5 per cent employer pension contribution adding up to a minimum 10 per cent overall.
- 25 days per year holiday plus bank holidays.
- Working in a supportive, small business environment.
- Options for flexible working.
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to learn new skills and get to involved with a variety of projects or aspects of the business.
- Training opportunities, team days and socials.
We are looking for applicants who understand the role of technology in fundraising operations and have experience working within the Not-for-Profit Sector. You must be well organised and comfortable working independently. Experience working with CRM, and Raiser's Edge in particular is desirable.
If you would like to apply, please send your CV to Neil at Charity People today.
At Charity People, we match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Are you driven by working with young people and sport? Then this might be the role for you! Harris Hill are thrilled to be partnering up with The Youth Sport Trust in their search for a new Chief Operating Officer.
The Youth Sport Trust is the UK’s leading charity improving every young person’s education and development through play and sport. Our vision is a future where every child enjoys the life changing benefits of play and sport.
Sport gives young people a platform to have their voice heard and a place where they feel they belong. and we are on a mission to harness this extraordinary power to change young lives today and help them build a brighter tomorrow.
Job title: Chief Operating Officer
Location: This role is a blend of working 3 days a week from our Loughborough office on the Loughborough University campus and working from home.
Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 per annum.
Hours; Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Responsibilities within this role:
• Provide oversight of the charity’s finance function through line management of the Finance & Governance Director and ensure our finance processes and systems integrate effectively with other business systems:
• Working with the Finance and Governance Director, lead on the development and implementation of wider financial strategies to guide the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation, providing advice and guidance to the CEO, and the Board.
• Anticipate the Charity’s resource needs as it continues to develop and consolidate, plan and implement the necessary changes in liaison with the Executive team.
• Work with the CEO and Finance and Governance Director, to ensure effective financial management and planning including the development of key performance indicators.
• Work with the Finance and Governance Director, to provide financial advice and support to YST’s trading subsidiary (YSTE) to ensure it is effectively utilised and managed.
• Oversee business planning across multiple income streams, allocating resources effectively and efficiently.
• Provide oversight of the HR and people development function through line management of the Assistant Director, HR:
• Work with the Assistant Director, HR, to lead the development and implementation of the organisation’s people strategy, including equity, diversity and inclusion, culture, talent development and management.
• Ensure YST has the best organisational design and appropriate resources to live out our values and behaviours, develop and support high performing teams and deliver on our mission.
• Support, develop and provide line management to, the Head of Implementation and the Business Performance Manager ensuring they and their teams provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Drive excellence in the performance of all reports, building knowledge of their specialist areas and ensuring they are able to excel.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to direct reports contributing to a high-performance culture and values-led, mission driven team.
They are now looking for:
Qualifications
• An appropriate financial qualification (ACA) or strong financial acumen.
• Other relevant professional qualifications to the role.
Experience
• Extensive proven operational leadership experience.
• Experience of leading the development of digital and business systems which have improved business performance.
• Experience of working as a member of a senior leadership team.
• Experience of successfully managing a multi-functional team within an organisation of comparable size and complexity.
• Strong governance experience of working within highly regulated environments and establishing regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in communication, influencing and advocacy both internally up to board level and with external stakeholders or partners.
• Experience of leading and delivering business change.
• Experience of successfully leading and inspiring a high performing team.
• A previous track record of understanding the latest trends and technologies.
If you would like to have a chat to learn more about this role and to receive a full job description, please contact Simon Bascombe at Harris Hill via the apply button.
Please apply immediately. The role closes 9am Thursday 23rd May 2024. Please reach out to learn more.
Interviews will be held in person 3rd June 2024.
Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.