Director of Finance and Business Services

Reed Finance Not for Profit are proud to have been appointed recruitment partners to The Society of Antiquaries who’s mission is to encourage, advance, and further the study and knowledge of the antiquities and history of this and other countries.

The Society was founded in 1707 and as a registered charity, the Society’s principal objectives are to foster public understanding of that heritage, to support research and communicate the results and to engage in the formulation of public policy on the care of our historic environment and cultural property.

A uniquely exciting opportunity has now arisen for an experienced and driven individual to join as a Director of Finance and Business services, reporting into their General Secretary and Chief Executive. The reason for this hire is to operate as a number 2 to the Chief executive, manage all finance and business operations as well as ambassadorial and commercial duties in conjunction with other esteemed societies based within their office at Burlington House.

The excitement here is to join an organisation that not only has a worthwhile cause, but to join at a time of change and change creates opportunity. This person will have the remit to own and shape their finance and operational teams where you would need to be hands on to understand the societies financial position and suggest ways of streamlining and upgrading their finance policies and procedures.

Think of it almost as a blank canvas.

This really is a position best suited to someone ambitious and driven – the rewards will be what you make it.

You will be someone who embraces change, is an advocate for innovation and new ways of working and be someone who proactively makes things happen as well as someone who can demonstrate strong leadership qualities. You will challenge, be resilient, be adaptable and possess excellent inter-personal skills so that you are confident in dealing with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders and be a champion for a modern, diverse workplace.

Experience of working in a charity and or membership body is not essential, but preferred.

Would you like to join a heritage charity that promotes understanding of the human past and recognises distinction in this field?

Salary – £70,000 - £80,000

Working arrangements – Hybrid working. Flexible working arrangements will be considered

Closing date for applications – 9am Tuesday 18th March 2025

First stage interviews – Week commencing 24th March 2025

Final interviews– Week commencing 7th April 2025

Reed and The Society of Antiquaries positively welcome applications from all areas of society regardless of the individual’s race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability.