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At WECIL, we're looking for an experienced and values-driven finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with a genuine commitment to social impact. As our Head of Finance, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the financial sustainability of the organisation, providing strategic insight that enables us to continue challenging barriers to independent living and supporting Disabled people to thrive. You'll be equally comfortable contributing at a strategic level with Trustees and senior leaders, while ensuring robust financial management, compliance and governance across the organisation.

This is a newly created role and an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a lasting impact. We're seeking a leader who enjoys building and improving systems, strengthening financial processes, and creating the tools, controls and insights that help an organisation thrive. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future development of the finance function, driving continuous improvement and embedding approaches that support better decision-making, efficiency and organisational resilience.

We're looking for someone who is collaborative, proactive and able to translate complex financial information into clear, practical advice. You'll bring experience of leading high-performing finance functions, building strong relationships across an organisation, and supporting informed decision-making through effective planning, forecasting and analysis. Above all, you'll share WECIL's commitment to inclusion, empowerment and the Social Model of Disability, and be motivated by the opportunity to use your expertise to make a meaningful difference in people's lives

Job title: Finance Lead
Contract: Temporary (3+ Months)
Locatiom: Hybrid (London office/remote working)
Pay rate: £24.04 - £25.11 per hourplus holiday pay
Hours: Monday-Friday 36 hours per week


Weare supporting a small, publicly funded organisation to recruit an experienced Finance Lead on a temporary basis for an initial 3-month period. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected organisation with a national remit. With a workforce of around 22 employees and a small, collaborative corporate services team, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function. The organisation operates in a public-sector environment and works closely with external stakeholders, auditors and governance committees.

Key Responsibilities

To lead on the Finance and Corporate Management Information for the Commission, including financial reporting, external returns, banking, budgeting and budget management, financial projections, capital and internal audit.

• Lead day-to-day finance operations and financial stewardship.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Produce management information, financial reports and expenditure analysis.
• Complete bank reconciliations, month-end processes and financial controls
• Liaise with external auditors and support audit preparation.
• Support risk management, governance and committee reporting.
• Work closely with operational managers and senior stakeholders on budget monitoring and financial matters.

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) or a strong qualified-by-experience finance professional.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting and financial planning.
• Strong management reporting skills, including variance analysis and financial commentary.
• Experience of month-end processes, bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing financial information for auditors.
• Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders, budget holders and non-finance managers.
• Strong understanding of financial governance, policies and procedures.
• Experience within a public sector, regulatory, charity or publicly funded organisation would be highly desirable

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.

The National Biodiversity Network Trust is the UK charity dedicated to making biodiversity data accessble and useful. We co-ordinate the National Biodiversity Network, develop the NBN Atlas, support iNaturalistUK and are developing the NBN Record Manager. Our work connects biological recording, digital infrastructure and better decisions for nature across the UK. 

Our vision is Nature thriving everywhere, in all its diversity,.Our mission is Making data work for nature. 

This is a senior and pivotal role. The Head of Finance & Operations is the Chief Executive Officer's trusted strategic and operational partner on finance, governance, people systems, risk and organisational operations. They provide calm judgement, clear information, early warning and reliable follow-through. The role will turn strategy into affordable and deliverable plans, protect the Trust's financial resilience, and ensure that its core systems and controls enable colleagues to do their best work. They will combine strategic leadership with a willingness to enage in the practical detail when needed. 

More details, including on how to apply and a Recruitment FAQ, are available on our website. 

Everyone's Invited is a charity dedicated to exposing and eradicating rape culture through conversation,

education and systemic change. We work with young people, schools, policymakers and the wider public to

challenge the conditions that enable sexual violence and misogyny to persist.

Our vision is a society where everyone - regardless of background, identity, or circumstance - is free from sexual

violence, harm and oppression. A world where respect, consent and equity are embedded from the earliest stages

of life.

Role Summary

As Operations Manager, you will play a key role in the smooth running of our daily operations and

administration, and in the long-term sustainability of the organisation. You'll work closely with the CEO, COO

and senior team to coordinate systems, support financial reconciliation, lead HR across the employee lifecycle,

manage a team of 40+ volunteers, and oversee logistics across projects and teams as well as leading on the

management of our online safe space.

This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for someone with prior charity sector experience who is highly

organised, proactive, and eager to work within a values-driven organisation building a safer and more just world.

As we are a fast-growing organisation, your responsibilities may evolve to meet the needs of the organisation.

This role may occasionally require light physical labour (such as moving furniture).

Key Responsibilities

This role will include, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities

1. Finance & Reconciliation

• Support the Finance Officer with basic finance and reconciliation of transactions using Xero.
• Track and process invoices, expenses and contracts with support from the finance team.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including accountants, financial institutions, insurers and other service
• providers.
• 2. HR & People
• Lead HR across the employee lifecycle: recruitment administration, onboarding, contracts, probations,
• appraisals and offboarding.
• Maintain contracts and employment documentation, ensuring records remain current and compliant.
• Support HR and recruitment administration for new staff, freelancers and volunteers.
• Coordinate wellbeing and DEI initiatives, including wellbeing surveys, DEI surveys and staff wellbeing
• check-ins.
• Contribute to a safe, positive and inclusive working culture across the organisation.
• 3. Governance, GDPR & Policy
• Support GDPR compliance and maintain accurate staff, volunteer and organisational records.
• Support the development and implementation of policies, ensuring organisational compliance with relevant
• regulations and standards.
• Ensure organisational policies, procedures and governance documentation remain up to date.
• Support safeguarding administration and contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for
• staff, volunteers and service users.
• 4. Operations & Administration
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the senior leadership team, including booking travel,
• coordinating accommodation, and planning meetings and events.
• Schedule and support internal meetings, take notes and ensure follow-up actions are tracked.
• Maintain and improve internal systems, including scheduling, databases, digital and physical filing, contract
• management and team workflows.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, subscriptions, software licences, office organisation, incoming post,
• recycling and facilities management.
• Monitor the general enquiries inbox and respond to or redirect enquiries as appropriate.
• 5. Programme & Volunteer Support
• Manage testimony processor volunteers and support the recruitment, onboarding, training and coordination
• of all EI volunteers.
• Lead the planning and delivery of the organisation's mentorship programme.
• Support the growth and delivery of the Safe Space campaign.
• Plan and execute the organisation's Annual General Meeting.
• Provide other administrative, logistical and monitoring support across organisational programmes and
• projects.

Financial Planning and Analysis Lead
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 pro rata
Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (6 Months)
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: Central London (Hybrid, 1-2 days per week onsite)

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced FP&A professional to join a well-established membership organisation undergoing significant change and transformation.
 
With no dedicated FP&A function currently in place, this role has been created to provide immediate leadership across budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and management reporting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering the next budget cycle while building stronger financial planning processes and reporting capabilities for the future.
 
This is a highly visible position requiring an individual who can quickly establish credibility with senior stakeholders, provide commercial challenge and insight, and drive meaningful improvements across finance processes, systems and controls.

What you will be doing

• Lead and coordinate the full organisational budgeting process
• Manage forecasting and financial planning activities
• Develop a more structured and consistent FP&A framework
• Improve the quality, accuracy and usefulness of management reporting
• Produce insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Partner with budget holders and senior leaders across the organisation
• Build robust financial models and business cases
• Support wider finance transformation initiatives
• Review and improve reporting processes, controls and systems
• Help embed stronger financial discipline, accountability and governance

What we are looking for


You will be a genuine FP&A specialist with a proven track record of delivering budgeting, forecasting and planning processes in a complex organisatin such as a similar Royal College or membership organisation.

You will bring:
 

• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ICAEW, ACCA or equivalent).
• Significant FP&A experience with a similar Royal College or membership organisation
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial planning expertise
• Advanced Excel and using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Experience providing and improving finance business partnering support in an organisation going through change or transformation.

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.

Are you an accomplished finance executive looking to combine strategic financial leadership with meaningful climate impact?

We're seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer to join the executive team of a mission-driven international organisation working to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, climate-resilient future. This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a complex, multi-entity organisation as it evolves towards a more diversified and sustainable funding model.

As the organisation's senior finance leader, you will provide strategic oversight of finance while leading key enabling functions including funding operations and facilities. Working closely with the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team, you'll help drive organisational resilience, support informed decision-making and ensure robust governance across an international, remote-first environment.

We're looking for someone who can:

• Develop and deliver long-term financial strategy aligned to organisational growth, resilience and impact.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and financial performance across multiple entities.
• Strengthen financial resilience through effective governance, controls, risk management and commercial insight.
• Partner with executive leaders to support strategic investment decisions and organisational transformation.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Enable high-quality financial reporting, data-driven decision making and operational excellence.

You'll bring:

• Significant experience as a CFO, Finance Director or equivalent within a complex, multi-entity organisation.
• A recognised professional accounting qualification.
• A track record of leading organisations through change, transformation or evolving funding and business models.
• Experience across multiple funding environments, ideally spanning institutional, commercial and/or philanthropic sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen combined with exceptional governance, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to thrive in ambiguity while maintaining financial discipline and enabling innovation.

This role is ideal for a purpose-led finance leader who wants to apply their expertise to one of the defining challenges of our time. You'll join an ambitious, international organisation where financial leadership is central to enabling climate innovation, organisational resilience and long-term systems change.

Interested?

If you're an inspiring finance leader ready to shape the next chapter of a high-impact international organisation driving positive climate action, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. We will be interviewing on a rolling basis, as such an early application is highly recommended.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact our exclusive partner, Bryony Thomas via the Allen Lane agency website.

Do you want to help us make a lasting difference to the lives of dogs and their owners?
We’re searching for an experienced Legacy Officer, who will play a vital role in ensuring every gift left to Dogs Trust in a will reaches its full potential. This role sits at the heart of our work, as every legacy makes a difference to the dogs we support.

What does this role do?
As a Legacy Officer, you will: 

• manage a caseload of pecuniary, specific, life interest, and residuary legacies, ensuring the charity receives its full entitlement and maximising value where possible,
• liaise with external stakeholders, such as executors or solicitors, handling sensitive conversations efficiently and professionally,
• review estate accounts, including the allocation of Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Inheritance Tax (IHT), to confirm estates are correctly administered,
• represent the charity’s interests in all legacy-related correspondence, handling queries from legal professionals and the public with professionalism,
• maintain accurate records using the First Class 4 database, support with reporting, and escalate significant matters to senior legal staff as needed.

Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 17th August 2026, and will take place at our London office.

Could this be you?
With proven experience in legacy administration, you will have good knowledge of wills, probate, tax and trust law. With excellent attention to detail, you will be highly organised and able to demonstrate experience of managing and prioritising own caseload. A certificate in Charity Legacy Administration is desirable. 

About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
 
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

About The Role

Would you like to bring your Financial, Planning and Analysis expertise to Alzheimer’s Society, managing and developing a team while helping shape how we forecast and measure financial performance?

Can you bring fresh ideas and experience to strengthen how we plan, forecast and understand our financial performance, helping us anticipate risks, identify opportunities and make the best possible use of our funds to support people affected by dementia?

We are recruiting for a Financial Planning and Analysis Manager on a full-time basis, working 35 hours per week on a permanent basis.

This is a vital role leading a team of four to ensure all FP&A activity is delivered seamlessly, while also looking ahead and bringing a continuous improvement mindset to drive how we can improve our processes, strengthen the way we work and contribute to the future of finance at Alzheimer’s society.

You will be responsible for ensuring our tools and processes remain consistent and ensure we provide an accurate picture of our finances.

As a qualified accountant, you will use your financial acumen to influence your team and colleagues across the organisation. You will build key relationships and act as a trusted strategic partner, sharing financial insight, finding solutions and supporting better decision making.

You will deputise for the Head of service, confidently representing the function in senior meetings, you are experienced in translating complex financial information into clear insight, options and recommendations.

This is a great opportunity to make your mark and share your vision on how the society measures financial performance. You will help strengthen the tools, processes and insight that enable us to understand our financial position, plan confidently for the futureso we are equipped to maximise every pound raised and increase our support for people affected with dementia.

Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place via MS Teams on 8th& 9thSeptember.

About you

- You will be a qualified accountant – ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA which is essential for this role with strong post qualification experience in a senior FP&A role.

- Demonstrable experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, modelling and analysis in a large or complex organisation.

- Experienced in financial forecasting tools and modelling with a focus on continuous improvement.

- Strong relationship building skills across an organisation, comfortable representing the function at a senior level.

- Experienced in translating complex financial information into clear insight for non-financial audiences.

- Proven experience leading and developing a team, using your coaching skills to support direct reports while managing performance, priorities and team outputs.

What you’ll focus on:

- Managing the Financial Planning & Analysis team, providing coaching and direction to ensure all activities are delivered in a timely manner and making sure work is delivered to a high standard.

- Coordinating the delivery of budgeting, forecasting, modelling reporting and analysis and making sure standards are applied consistently.

- Leading the implementation and ongoing improvement of financial tools.

- Building strong relationships with colleagues and teams, providing clear financial insight, practical support and constructive challenge in a supportive environment.

- Identifying and shaping improvements to our financial planning, forecasting, analysis and reporting.

- Ensuring all information and insight provides a clear and accurate picture of our financial performance.

About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?

Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.

At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.

Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.

Our hiring process

We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? We know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.

Giving back to you

At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Health Shield Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (with CFO responsibilities) 

Location: Rugby or Hybrid/ Home with ability to travel to meet the charity’s needs
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Salary: £68,000 - £75,000  
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Closing Date: 21st August 2026

About HCPT

HCPT is a UK-based charity that provides life-changing pilgrimage experiences to Lourdes for children and adults with disabilities, complex medical needs, and social challenges of all faiths, and none. Every Easter and Summer, HCPT brings together thousands of volunteers, medical professionals, and chaplains to support pilgrims in a joyful, inclusive, and faith-filled environment. Our work is rooted in Christian values, community, and the belief that every person is uniquely gifted and loved.

Role Overview

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a key member of HCPT’s Senior Leadership Team, responsible for the effective delivery and high performance of all operational and business support aspects of the charity’s work. This includes leadership of all business support functions; Finance, HR, IT and Governance, working with and through internal teams and external business partners.  As such we are looking for an experienced chartered accountant who is also astute in leading the wider business operation of medium sized charity.

The postholder will have oversight of the quality and efficiency aspects of all that we do in planning and execution of pilgrimages, care & safeguarding, compliance and infrastructure and will support the CEO to develop a culture of accountability and high impact, whilst staying true to our values of: Compassion, Faith, Inclusion, Community and Celebration.

The COO will ensure that HCPT’s operations are safe, efficient, and aligned with our Catholic ethos and mission of inclusion and care, and that our performance is optimised to deliver excellence, which is:  THE BEST pilgrimage experience we can offer as defined and measured by our beneficiaries and volunteers.

This is a senior role in volunteer-led organisation and as such the successful postholder will be required to exercise flexibility with evening and weekend work to meet the business needs of the charity, given the availability of our volunteer leaders who have professional commitments during the day. The role also requires the post holder to travel to and work in Lourdes for two weeks over Easter each year, leading operational delivery of our largest annual pilgrimage.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Work closely with the CEO to implement HCPT’s strategic plan and vision.
• Lead and line manage internal business support functions and outsourced partners across; finance, HR and IT delivering excellence in our infrastructure.
• Support the CEO to realign the resources of the charity to improve performance, build capacity and increase impact, utilising the best in digital and AI tools to simplify complexity and create capacity.
• Lead on the development and tracking of departmental KPIs and dashboards, developing a culture focused on personal accountability, performance, quality management and continuous improvement.
• Support CEO to develop Operational Risk Register, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans.
• Line manage our Head of Care and Safeguarding, ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and working as part of the wider care and safeguarding committees to anticipate legislative and other changes to how we deliver our mission in partnership with the CEO and Board of Trustees.
• Support CEO in project management of system migration and development of AI tools which drive efficiency and quality of service delivery.
• Support CEO in quality management and articulation of impact for all stakeholder groups.
• Deputise for the CEO as required.

Finance & Business Support Function Management

• Own and lead all financial strategy, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across the organisation. 
• Lead the internal finance team and external partners to deliver accurate, timely monthly and quarterly management accounts and financial insights. 
• Develop and implement HCPT’s long-term financial strategy, including reserves policy, sustainability planning, and scenario modelling. 
• Oversee cashflow management and liquidity planning in line with appropriate reserves levels, ensuring the financial resilience of the organisation. 
• Ensure robust financial controls, policies, and compliance with all statutory requirements, including VAT, Corporation Tax, and charity regulations. 
• Lead the organisation’s annual audit process and act as the primary finance liaison with auditors. 
• Drive value-for-money, cost optimisation, and financial efficiency across all operations and pilgrimage programmes. 
• Provide strategic financial insight, analysis, and challenge to the CEO and Board of Trustees, including leading financial reporting to the Board. 
• Partner with fundraising teams to support financially robust grant applications, pricing strategies, and impact reporting. 
• Oversee financial governance and reporting alignment across UK and French operations. 
• Lead and manage all business support functions, including HR, IT, and governance, ensuring effective integration with financial planning and control.

Performance Management & Growth

• Support the CEO with development and implementation of HCPT’s strategy for growth, ensuring all departments understand their roles and responsibilities, demonstrated by high performance.
• Lead on the development of HCPT-wide KPIs in the UK and French organisations and support the CEO to deliver the step change in a culture of accountability and leadership at every level.
• Devise and develop reporting frameworks and a dashboard for operational management reporting which links into the quarterly Board pack.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with UK charity law, care & safeguarding regulations, data protection requirements, and health & safety standards.
• Maintain risk registers and lead on safeguarding and incident response protocols, working with and through the Head of Care & Safeguarding.
• Support the CEO and Board of Trustees with operational reporting and risk management as the key point of contact with our volunteer leaders relating to the business operations of the charity.
• Assume Company Secretary duties and ensure all legal and fiscal records and annual returns are prepared on time to our regulators, working in partnership with our professional services advisers, CEO, SLT and Board of Trustees.

 

 

People & Volunteer Management

• Lead and support a team of staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of compassion, professionalism, and collaboration.
• Oversee HR policies, recruitment, training, and wellbeing.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all operations.

Systems & Infrastructure

• Ensure our systems and infrastructure are fit for purpose and can enable positive customer service approaches and develop SLAs internally and externally and which include what the organisation needs from our volunteers.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of systems for group registration, medical records, safeguarding, and volunteer management, including disposal in line with information lifecycle management and legislation governing this.
• Ensure data security, operational efficiency, and user-friendly processes for data management in line with GDPR and applicable data protection law.

Person Specification

Essential

• Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally within a UK charity or faith-based organisation.
• Strong demonstrable financial leadership and management of a medium sized charity with a turnover of £4m plus, and a recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong experience of developing and delivering improvement methodology in change management programmes.
• Strong understanding of UK charity governance, safeguarding, and financial management.
• The ability to travel to Lourdes for two weeks each Easter to deliver the largest annual event for the charity.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of HCPT’s spirituality, mission and values.

Desirable

• Experience working with Lourdes pilgrimages or Catholic diocesan structures.
• Familiarity with medical or care provision in a group travel context.
• Experience working in cross-cultural environments.

N.B. Please note the duties listed are not exhaustive and the charity may require different or additional duties to be undertaken depending on changing business needs.

What We Offer

• A meaningful leadership role in a mission-driven charity
• Flexible working arrangements and generous annual leave
• Up to 5% employer pension contributions, based on employee contributions
• Group life cover and healthcare benefits
• Opportunities for spiritual and professional development
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and adults with additional needs

HCPT is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. The successful candidate will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check before appointment, and references will be taken up prior to confirmation

The Charity Governance Secretariat Manager is a full-time hybrid role based in Letchworth, with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week. The role involves managing governance processes for charity clients, including coordinating board and committee meetings, preparing agendas and papers, maintaining accurate records and minutes, and tracking actions to completion. The manager will ensure compliance with charity regulations and best practice, oversee key governance documents and policies, and support trustees and senior leaders with timely information and guidance. Day-to-day responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders, organizing meeting logistics for both digital and physical events, maintaining governance calendars, and supporting the continuous improvement of governance procedures. The role also requires close collaboration with internal teams to align governance activities with overall event delivery and client expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in charity governance or company secretariat functions, including organizing board and committee meetings, preparing papers, and recording minutes.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, maintain accurate records, and coordinate complex schedules.
• Knowledge of charity law, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements (e.g., Charity Commission guidance), or a willingness to develop this expertise.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with digital tools and platforms used for meetings and events (e.g., videoconferencing tools, document management systems, office productivity software).
• Ability to build effective relationships with trustees, senior leaders, and external stakeholders, demonstrating discretion and professionalism.
• Experience in or exposure to healthcare, medical meetings, or non-profit sectors is beneficial.
• Relevant professional qualification or degree in a related field (e.g., governance, law, business, public administration) is desirable but not essential.

Operations Manager 

Organisation: Religions for Peace United Kingdom (RfPUK)

Salary: £38,000 – £42,000 

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week). Core working hours are 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Home-based employees are expected to be available and responsive during these hours.

Contract: Fixed-term (12 months) 

Location: Home-based / hybrid (occasional travel)

Reporting to: Chair of the Board of Trustees

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take operational and administrative responsibility for a small, ambitious charity. You will run governance, compliance, contract management, finance liaison, data protection, safeguarding, HR, grant administration, and media and digital maintenance. You will work directly with the Chair.

This is a KEY gatekeeper role for someone who can steady the executive arm in response to the Board's strategic direction, concentrating on rigorous enforcement and maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Board administration (agendas, minutes, documents, filings, trustee records)

• Contract and grant administration (drafting, tracking, compliance)

• Finance liaison (working with finance service provider, accountant, treasurer)

• Compliance (GDPR, safeguarding, risk register, Charity Commission filings and all charity related issues)

• HR and resource management

• Website and social media coordination

Essential criteria

• 4+ years in a leadership or senior operations role within a charity or not-for-profit

• Experience as a board secretary or company secretary

• Experience drafting contracts and managing compliance protocol

• Knowledge of CIO governance and Charity Commission requirements

• Diciplined and methodical apporach towards established processes

• Excellent attention to detail and written English

Desirable but not essential

• Experience in the interfaith or multi-religious sector

• CGI qualification (or working towards)

Infrastructure Requirements (BYOD)

RfPUK operates a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) framework where paid staff provide their own personal computer hardware to access our systems. All work is web-based via Google Workspace for Charities and does not require high-specification hardware. The charity provides all system user licenses and funds required antivirus software for work devices, but does not provide or fund personal hardware or domestic utility bills.

What we offer

• Real ownership of a charity's operations

• Direct reporting to the Chair – simple management structure

• Salary £38,000–£42,000

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays

• Our workplace pension scheme is in line with statutory requirements, with employer contributions (3%).

• Home-based working with a structured core hours framework (9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday)

How to apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter (maximum two pages) 

Closing date: 20 August 2026

Interview Date: 24 August 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Safeguarding statement: RfPUK is committed to safeguarding. 

Equal opportunities: RfPUK is an equal opportunities employer.

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Prospectus is delighted to be partnering with our client, a Brixton-based creative hub and Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation. The organisation is a music, media and technology centre supporting young people and adults to explore creativity, develop skills and improve wellbeing.

We are looking for an experienced finance professional to join the Senior Management Team and provide confident financial and organisational leadership. Working closely with the CEO, Treasurer and wider Board, you will lead budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, financial controls, funded-programme finance, risk and the year-end process. You will also provide proportionate leadership across people systems, governance, contracts and organisational operations.

This is a senior role, but it is also genuinely hands-on. 

Alongside this, we are looking for someone who will thrive on helping to lead the operations of a busy, vibrant cultural centre, ensuring that the systems, people, contracts and resources underpinning our programmes, studios, building and events work smoothly, safely and effectively. 

You will provide oversight of health and safety, compliance, organisational risk and business continuity, working closely with the colleagues and external specialists responsible for day-to-day delivery. This is a senior role, but it is also genuinely hands-on.

The right person for this role:

• Has strong financial leadership and practical management-accounting experience in a small or medium-sized organisation
• Can explain financial information clearly to colleagues and trustees, helping them understand the organisation’s position, risks and options
• Moves comfortably between strategic thinking and detailed delivery
• Brings sound judgement, integrity, curiosity and a collaborative approach
• Cares about Raw’s purpose and the communities we serve; and 
• Enjoys being part of a close-knit team and is happy to roll up their sleeves and get involved in Raw’s gigs, events and wider organisational life.

Direct charity-finance experience would be useful, but it is not essential. We welcome applicants from other sectors who can demonstrate transferable experience of multiple income streams, projects, contracts or cost centres. We are not looking for a particular accountancy qualification; relevant experience, practical expertise and the ability to fulfil the role are what matter.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and especially encourage applications from those who reflect the lived experiences of the South London communities we serve.

At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Shannon Sanderson at Prospectus.
 

                                 

                                                               Marshall’s Charity

Chief Executive and Clerk to the Trustees

£90,000 per annum + benefits Marshall’s Charity, 66 Newcomen  Street, London SE1 1YT

The Charity was formed in 1631 on the death of John Marshall, a baker in Southwark. In his Will, after making provision for his family and friends, he left the balance of his modest estate to trustees to be used for various charitable purposes. The Charity is funded solely from this endowment and carries out its charitable purposes principally by awarding grants for the Marshall's Educational Foundation, the restoration and repair of parsonages and Anglican churches and as Patrons to  Christchurch, Southwark.

The post holder will be a key part of a small, dedicated and friendly team and play a pivotal role in the organisation by leading on all matters of finance, compliance, regulatory and risk management and office administration systems. In doing so you will be making a tangible and long-lasting contribution to the Charity 

The ideal candidate will:

• demonstrate senior financial experience including accounting, cash management, liaison with contractors, relevant law
• hold a professional accountancy qualification 
• possess excellent oral and written communication skills
• demonstrate proven administrative, IT and organisational skills
• have experience of corporate and fiscal governance gained within the professional, charitable or wider not-for-profit sectors
• be supportive of the Charity’s aims and sympathetic to the cause of the Church of England
• have a positive “can do” attitude

Whatever your professional background, unquestionable commitment, honesty, integrity and energy, along with an eye for detail, are essential. Candidates should be within easy reach to the offices near London Bridge. If you share our commitment and interest and have the skills, motivation and experience to join us we would be keen to hear from you. 

How to Apply

Download further details of the position from our website:

Marylebone Executive Search

For an informal confidential discussion call Richard Evans or Kevin Everett number found on website.

Apply online with a full Curriculum Vitae detailing your skills, qualifications and experience together with a two-page covering letter outlining your motivation to undertake the role and how you meet the competencies required for the position as stated in the Person Specification.

Closing date for applications:                                                       9 August 2026

Long List interviews:                                                                           14 August – 10 September 2026

Short List interviews:                                                                           w/c 21 September 2026

Candidate Visits and Final Panel Interviews:                                    w/c 28 September 2026

Start Date:                                                                                             mid-January 2027

Team: Finance & Resources

Locations: Hybrid – at our office (Argon House, Argon Mews, London SW6 1BJ) and remotely at home. A minimum of two days a week at the office (including our all-staff Wednesday) 

Duration: Permanent (with six months’ probation)

Reporting to: CEO

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Salary: Starting salary £60,000 

The post holder will be responsible for the following: 

Finance 

• Maintain appropriate and comprehensive finance and accounting policies and procedures including payment authorisations, cash management etc. 

• Provide clear and accurate financial information, budgets and forecasts to the trustees, CEO fundraising team and other departments as required. 

• Manage strategic relationship with key partner organisations such as bookkeepers/auditors/payroll providers/banks etc. 

• Overall responsibility, with support from the external bookkeeper and internal staff, for: 

• Ensuring accurate recording and maintenance of finance data, including accurate classification of income. 

• Ensuring balance sheet and bank is reconciled and reviewed monthly. 

• Preparing and developing monthly Management Accounts. 

• Oversee preparation of the annual financial statements and manage the external audit. 

• Oversee payroll and pension process, engaging with external payroll support, including administering monthly payroll and fortnightly payroll during the Winter Night Shelter season. 

Legal and compliance 

• Overall responsibility for compliance with all legislation / codes. 

• Ensure Companies House, Charity Commission, HMRC and Pensions Regulator requirements 

 are met in a timely fashion. 

Risk management 

• Overall responsibility for risk management, including timely and accurate completion of relevant risk assessments, maintaining and developing the organisation's risk register, and procuring and maintaining appropriate insurance cover. 

• Overall functional responsibility for health and safety. 

Office Management  

• Overall responsibility for information technology across the organisation, which is implemented day-to-day by the IT support providers. 

• Ensure Glass Door has appropriate office space which meets all legal requirements and government regulations, environmental, health and security standards. 

• Organise and review general administrative processes and induct new staff on relevant office processes, including data protection, security and fire safety.

• Support and line manage the receptionist and office volunteers to ensure that we deliver high levels of service to staff, guests and other visitors, creating a warm and welcoming environment 

People Management 

• Manage the HR function: 

• Ensure Glass Door is an attractive and rewarding place to work and staff deliver their potential. 

• Review, identify and implement improvements in the HR function to optimise effectiveness and efficiency. 

• Lead on managing employee relations. 

• Support and line manage the Finance & Resources team (HR Manager, receptionists). 

• Conduct regular supervision meetings and performance appraisals. 

Senior Leadership Team 

• Operate as part of the Glass Door senior leadership team, with a particular remit to ensure that we are fulfilling our financial and compliance objectives. 

• Support the CEO and colleagues in setting the strategic direction for Glass Door. 

• Represent the CEO on internal or external matters, if appropriate. 

Governance 

• Manage the Resources Committee and Finance Committee on behalf of the trustees. 

• Assist in managing the Board of Trustees e.g. co-ordinate diaries, set dates, drafting and circulating agendas and papers. 

• Organise the Annual General Meeting, including drafting papers and corresponding with members. 

• Co-ordinate the annual policy review process for Finance & Resources (finance, legal, HR, data, governance) and Fundraising & Communications (fundraising, communications). 

• Manage the Glass Door complaints process.

Person Specification 

Essential 

Personal Qualities 

• Empathetic attitude towards homeless and vulnerably-housed people. 

• A confident self-starter who will hit the ground running. 

• Ability to operate at a range of levels; with both gravitas and relate-ability 

• A team worker with an open, collaborative style and a practical, “can-do” approach. 

• Commitment to our values of being welcoming; being open to all, without prejudice; 

compassionate; believing individuals can turn their lives around; and knowing we can have a 

bigger impact when we work together. 

• Commitment to and understanding of the issues relating to equality of opportunity and the 

ability to implement change in this area. 

• Ability to adhere to and implement Health & Safety, HR and operational policies. 

Qualifications and Experience 

• Minimum CIMA or CIPFA qualification. 

• Minimum five years’ in-house employment experience post-qualification. 

• Experience of leading and inspiring a team. 

• Experience of budgeting and financial planning, including modelling / scenario planning. 

• Experience with month end reporting. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

• Excellent working knowledge of accounting software systems e.g. Xero. 

• Fully conversant with best practice in accounting procedures. 

• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail, especially record-keeping and 

electronic filing. 

• Strong written English and numeracy skills. 

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and 

databases). 

• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills. 

• Ability to forward plan and schedule workflows. 

• Ability to relate to and work with people from a range of backgrounds. 

Desirable 

• ACA or ACCA qualification. 

• Experience of working with homeless people or similar disadvantaged client groups and an 

understanding of their needs. 

• Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector. 

• Experience of charity accounting/ the SORP. 

• Experience of risk management. 

• An understanding of GDPR and health and safety legislation.