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Freeways and Freeways Trust are linked local charities that supports adults with learning disabilities.
Freeways is a highly regarded provider offering a range of social care support services and Freeways Trust owns and manages a portfolio of properties which support the work of Freeways. Both charities are passionate about helping people to become as independent as possible by supporting them to make choices, learn new skills, and make links with their local community.
About the Role
The Finance Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of both Freeways and Freeways Trust and will be responsible for developing and delivering financial strategies that align with the charities' objectives while maintaining financial sustainability. This position also involves overseeing financial management, ensuring compliance and leading the finance team to achieve operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership and Financial Planning: Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to set strategic direction and develop financial strategies and budgets. Develop the financial strategy and five-year budget plan, including capital investment plans and cashflow forecasts that align with strategic priorities and operational plans.
- Financial Management and Control: Oversee finance operations, ensure timely reporting, and lead the annual audit process. Maintain, review, and update internal financial controls across the finance function, identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks. Be responsible for the review and audit of financial processes across the organisation including for the people we support.
- Organisational Performance: Manage budget-setting and performance tracking, providing insightful analysis to stakeholders.
- Governance: Act as Company Secretary, ensuring compliance with charity law and maintaining essential records with the Charity Commission and Companies House.
- Leadership, Management and Culture: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and lead the finance team to achieve operational excellence and foster a positive organisational culture.
About You
You will be a qualified and experienced finance professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to improving financial processes. Your strategic thinking and exceptional communication skills will allow you to explain complex financial information to various audiences and help them understand the impact on the wider charity and the potential future options. You will also possess a solid understanding of financial management, compliance, and governance, along with the ability to lead and develop a team.
Benefits
- 35 days (pro-rata) annual leave entitlement (including public holidays)
- Company sick pay
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance cover of twice your annual salary (subject to rules of the scheme)
- Free parking on site
- Family-friendly/work-life balance policies
- Free DBS check every 3 years
- Occupational health provision
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24-hour access to a counselling and legal helpline
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS and Adult Barred List check.
Supporting adults with learning disabilities across Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and B&NES


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Salary: London £76,431 gross per annum/Berlin €100.221,12 gross per annum
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Location: Berlin or London
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Contract Type: Indefinite
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Hours: Full Time
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First Interview Dates: Week beginning 16 February 2025
About the role
Are you a senior fundraising professional with international experience? At ClientEarth, we are looking to hire an experienced and strategic Head of Philanthropy to lead the development and delivery of our global philanthropy programme. In this senior leadership role, you will guide a talented, geographically dispersed Philanthropy team, build deep relationships with major donors across Europe, the US and Asia, and drive income growth.
Meet your Manager
In this role, you will be managed by Hannah Braithwaite who is based in London. Hannah is responsible for leading ClientEarth’s fundraising efforts for its growing portfolio of programmes. Hannah has dedicated her career to raising funds and resources for climate and nature causes. With a degree in Zoology from Sheffield University, Hannah combines her scientific background with her passion for the environment to generate impact with knowledge and credibility. Prior to joining ClientEarth Hannah has held a number of leading roles at prominent international environmental organisations, including Head of External Affairs at the UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre and Head of Trusts and Foundations at Fauna & Flora.
Main Duties
- Develop and implement the global philanthropy strategy as part of the overall fundraising strategy, liaising with senior leadership, programme leads, communications and finance to ensure ClientEarth can maximise the potential income from major donors.
- Develop, implement and achieve relevant KPIs and financial targets for the philanthropy team and lead on the production of appropriate reports for senior management and the board of trustees.
- Using the strategy (organisational and fundraising) the Head of Philanthropy will personally manage and support senior staff on holding income-yielding high-level relationships.
- Manage relationships and drive strategy relating to our senior stakeholders such as the Development Board, Chair of the Board and act as a key facilitator and steward of relationships between foundation staff and key programme contacts.
- Set up and implement systems to review performance against set targets and objectives and monitor funder data and oversee the effective management of our database;
See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.
Role requirements
- Significant philanthropy management experience with complex funders
- Demonstrable experience of securing five and six figure, and multi-year gifts
- Good knowledge of donor and pipeline management and financial processes
- Experience of working with the most senior representatives of an organisation, including at CEO and Board level
- An interest in environmental issues such as climate change, conservation and air pollution
See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.
Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Further Information
Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.
Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ.
ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more.
Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in either the UK or Germany.
ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties
Using the power of the law to protect life on Earth.


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About the opportunity
This is an exhilarating time for Advancement as we have recently embarked on our second comprehensive campaign. Your leadership will be vital in cultivating complex relationships with high-net-worth individuals, industry collaborators, and innovative organisations, building a vibrant ecosystem of supporters committed to advancing science, technology, engineering, maths and business.
The Director of Development, STEM and Business is a senior role in the team, responsible for growth of the University’s fundraising program within the University’s Faculty of Science, Faculty of Engineering and the University of Sydney Business School.
Building on several established relationships and a strong trajectory of major philanthropic gifts, this position will establish, manage and nurture relationships with existing and potential donors for the STEM and Business portfolios.
Working closely with academic leadership, this position is also charged with growing a culture of philanthropy across the Faculty and schools to increase awareness of and engagement with the fundraising process.
You will bring a wealth of experience in major gift fundraising, a proven track record of closing gifts, and a strategic mind adept at navigating complex stakeholder environments. You will be a creative, inspiring leader, motivating and developing a team of development professionals dedicated to achieving bold goals.
The following overview of Activities and Accountabilities are designed to deliver outcomes aligned with the University’s strategic goals:
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Demonstrated success in closing multi-million dollar gifts and meeting stretch financial targets.
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Ability to think strategically and provide robust, tactical advice on fundraising strategy.
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Current knowledge of best practices in development.
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Expert influencing skills and the demonstrated ability to coordinate and optimise outcomes from competing objectives across the institution through collaboration, negotiation and priority setting to mitigate internal competition.
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Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor, inspire and motivate a group of ambitious and goal-oriented professionals.
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Proven ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner in writing and in person.
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Demonstrated success in establishing, cultivating and maintaining high-level, strong relationships with influential donors.
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Experience building collaborative working relationships with colleagues and senior leadership to achieve the organisation’s goals.
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Relevant tertiary qualifications would be beneficial.
About us
The Advancement Portfolio team at the University of Sydney is the most successful fundraising program in Australian higher education. Having completed the nation’s first $1BN fundraising campaign and recently launched on the next, the team is not only the finest performing, its success facilitates the largest real-world impact that philanthropic giving makes possible.
Since its inception 175 years ago, the University of Sydney has led to improve the world around us. We believe in education for all and that effective leadership makes lives better. These same values are reflected in our approach to philanthropy and underpin our long-term strategy for excellence and growth. We’re Australia's first university and have an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence.
Why us
When you join the University of Sydney, you become an integral part of a community in which you are fully supported to achieve your career ambitions. You’ll be in a workplace where development is encouraged, and intellectual pursuits foster a sense of purpose and confidence including:
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35-hour work week
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flexible working model
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up to 36 weeks paid parental leave.
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tax-efficient salary packaging options
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ongoing training and development in-house and external
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subsidised parking on campus
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access to Relocation Assistance and sponsorship if needed
Note for candidates from overseas
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The University will cover costs and travel for the final shortlisted candidate interviews.
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We will also assist with a temporary visa for this position, assist with immigration and family relocation costs
Closing date: 11:59pm Tuesday 27th January 2026
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
If you are passionate about the power of philanthropy to impact the future of research and education, and if you seek a rewarding opportunity to inspire change across multiple sectors, we would be delighted to hear from you. Join us in shaping a legacy that will benefit generations to come, in a vibrant university renowned for its innovation, diversity, and opportunities.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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We’re offering an opportunity to support the delivery of the Trust’s flagship Lessons from Auschwitz Project, and the Trust’s Youth Advocacy Programme (AKA Ambassador Programme), including all content and quality assurance related to the delivery of a portfolio of activity that falls within these programmes. Ensuring that the young people we work with, through these programmes, understand what the Holocaust was, inspiring them to be part of ensuring this history is remembered, and empowering them to recognise and address antisemitism when they see it today. Driving our youth engagement strategy, developing high quality and empowering content, and advocating for youth engagement and youth advocacy.
About the Role
The Senior Programme Development Lead (Lessons from Auschwitz Project and Ambassador Programme) Maternity Cover is accountable for the delivery of the Trust’s flagship Lessons from Auschwitz Project, and the Trust’s Youth Advocacy Programme (AKA Ambassador Programme), including all content and quality assurance related to the delivery of a portfolio of activity that falls within these programmes. The remit of the Senior Programme Development Lead (Lessons from Auschwitz Project and Ambassador Programme) Maternity Cover will include two areas of leadership:
1. The continued development and delivery of our Youth Advocacy/Ambassador Programme – the Trust’s youth engagement initiative. The SPDL is responsible for ensuring that through this programme the Trust engages young people across the country, ensuring they understand what the Holocaust was, inspiring them to be part of ensuring this history is remembered, and empowering them to recognise and address antisemitism when they see it today. The SPDL is responsible for driving a youth engagement strategy, which actively scales up the reach of the programme – bringing it to new audiences. They will be responsible for developing high quality, inspiring, engaging and empowering content to young people in England, Scotland and Wales – quality assuring the programme and all associated initiatives. The SPDL will be an advocate, internally and externally, for youth engagement and youth advocacy, ensuring the Trust’s voice and reputation plays a role in leading and shaping the sector and a future where young people play an active role in Holocaust remembrance and tackling antisemitism today.
2. Oversight of the Trust’s Government funded Lessons from Auschwitz Project, ensuring that the programme continues to reach students across the country each year; that it continues to be regarded as a globally recognised site-based learning initiative; that we are delivering in line with all associated KPIs; and importantly that the content continues to educate in-line with objectives, and continues to inspire young people to continue to engage with the Trust’s cause. This role will work closely with the Chief Programmes and Outreach Officer to drive delivery across programmes in line with the Trust’s strategic vision and strategic plans. The SPDL will work closely with the Senior Logistics Manager who will be accountable for schools marketing; engagement with and registration for all Trust programmes; all associated logistics for schools’ programmes; and ticketing and logistical support for the Ambassador Programme.
For information on the key responsibilities of the role and the person specification, please see the full application pack on our website. This also contains information on how to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager – NationwideContract: Permanent
Salary: £42,539 - £51,578 (Manchester) £46,792 - £55,832 (London)
Location: Nationwide (Hybrid) Manchester or London
Closing Date: 19TH Jan 2026
Interviews: 22nd Jan onwards -
Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager to join our Corporate Partnerships team.
About us
Centrepoint supports vulnerable young people by providing safe accommodation, health support, life skills and pathways into education, training and employment. Our ambition is to end youth homelessness by 2037.
Working alongside our partners, we support over 16,000 young people each year.
About the role
This is a senior, high-impact role responsible for managing and growing Centrepoints largest corporate partner- Nationwide. that delivers long-term, sustainable income and meaningful social impact.
You will lead the direct relationship with Nationwide and managing the internal governance structure supporting the partnership.
You will work closely with colleagues across the whole organisation to deliver on all aspects of the partnership to deliver mutual value for both Centrepoint and our corporate partner.
This role also includes leadership responsibility, providing direction, support and development to two line reportswithin the function.
Centrepoint operates a hybrid working model. The requirement is a minimum of 50% of your working week. For most full-time colleagues, this means attending the office for five days over a two-week period (e.g. two days one week and three days the next). This will be adjusted accordingly for colleagues on different contracts.
What you’ll be doing
- Managing Centrepoints largest strategic corporate partnership, ensuring excellent stewardship, delivery and renewal
- Identifying opportunities within the partnership that that align with Centrepoint’s strategic priorities
- Developing compelling partnership propositions that go beyond fundraising to include all areas across the organisation
- Leading and motivating a small team, providing clear direction, coaching and development
- Working closely with senior internal stakeholders to lead the governance elements of the partnership
- Representing Centrepoint confidently with senior corporate decision-makers
- Monitoring partnership performance against income and impact targets
About you
You’ll bring:
- Proven experience of managing and growing corporate partnerships, ideally within the charity sector
- A strong track record of managing high-value partnerships and complex stakeholder relationships
- Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior business leaders
- Leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and support others
- A collaborative, strategic and commercially minded approach
Why join Centrepoint?
In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a wide range of benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave rising to 27 days
- Healthcare cash plan
- Private medical insurance
- Income protection
- Employer pension contributions of 5%
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Interest-free travel loan
At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness and are equally committed to fairness and inclusion within our organisation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including people with lived experience of homelessness.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join Centrepoint as our Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager — click Apply now.
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The Role
The Blagrave Trust is looking to appoint a Head of Finance, who will play a critical leadership role in helping us reimagine how resources can be stewarded in creative and values led ways that advance social justice for young people. The role is offered as a permanent contract, hybrid, with one day in our office in London, Birmingham or Portsmouth per week.
Who We Are
The Blagrave Trust holds around £40m in investments, which, alongside other income, funds our work and grant making. We are ambitious about putting our full asset base to work for our mission, championing transparency in stewardship and inviting learning and input from our communities. As we enter our next chapter, the Head of Finance will be instrumental in embedding mission first finance across strategy, governance and practice.
Key Responsibilities
As the Trust’s senior finance professional and a key member of the leadership team, you will set and deliver the financial strategy, ensure robust controls and compliance, and translate financial insight into mission driven decisions.
- You will provide financial stewardship that aligns with Blagrave’s strategy, ensuring all our financial assets and providers are aligned to our mission.
- You will take our learning and understanding externally, to values aligned finance forums, peer networks and into the conversation around shifting power to best serve missions.
- To support this endeavour, on the day-to-day you’ll lead planning, budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and cash flow, oversee statutory accounts and audit (UK Charity SORP), and provide clear reporting to the Board and Finance & Investment Committee.
Person Specification
We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with substantial senior level experience, ideally in a foundation, charity or mission driven organisation.
- You’ll bring a proven track record in strategic financial planning, risk management and governance, fluency in charity accounting and excellent communication skills to support and challenge non-financial colleagues.
- Experience of endowment management / investment oversight and long-term capital strategy is important,
- Alongside the curiosity and courage to push boundaries in responsible, regenerative and climate conscious finance.
How to Apply
We are partnering with Doing Good Recruitment on this campaign. Please click apply to see the job pack and next steps on their site.
Blagrave is a disability friendly employer, do contact Tristan at Doing Good Recruitment, if you have any questions or would like to receive this document in a different format.
We also actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics, as well as socio-economic background. We understand that applicants may not always meet every criterion listed in the job description, but if you meet most, we encourage you to apply.
We believe that the organisations and people, that come together to make the world a better place, deserve the very best helping hand for hiring.
UCB is looking for a Finance Manager to join their Finance Team following a recent internal promotion. This is a great opportunity for a qualified accountant to join the charity at a time of growth and expansion.
The Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing the day to day, month on month and annual statutory management of the finance function across all departments. This is a leadership position where you will have the opportunity to help influence and improve financial reporting and controls as we navigate a newly installed financial system. People management skills with the ability to inspire and support colleagues, setting individual and team targets and strengthening the team are desirable; but we are happy to hear from you if this your first step into a people management role!.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they can build strong working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to communicate financial information to a non-financial audience.
This is an exciting role where you can join with our vision of ‘Changing Lives for Good, by the Power of God’s Word’. If this resonates with you, we look forward to hearing from you.
This position will be temporarily based in Churchill House, Regent Road, Hanley, Stoke on Trent ST1 3JJ while extensive refurbishment work is being undertaken at our Operations Centre in Burslem, Stoke on Trent.
Closing date for applications:–Thursday 5th February 2026 - 12 noon
You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this position. We reserve the right to close this early should we attract the right candidate.
Interviews: Monday 16th February 2026
Salary: £47,000 - £55,000 per annum [MG1] depending on skill and experience. Plus staff benefits that include life assurance of 4x salary, healthcare cash plan, and matched pension contributions up to 6%
For an application form and job description please visit our website
UCB is a Christian Charity. Schedule 9 Part 1 (3a) and (3b) of the Equality Act 2010 apply to this vacancy
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a delivery-focused contract role, ideal for an experienced HR contractor who thrives in fast-paced environments and is confident leading sensitive people matters while working closely with senior stakeholders.
The opportunity
Job title: Interim HR Manager (Contract)
Location: Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
Hours: Part time – 3 days per week – at least one day per week office based
Day rate: £200 - £210 a day
The interim HR Manager will play a key role in protecting team capacity during a period of significant organisational change, supporting compliance-critical projects and ensuring continuity across core HR operations. You will take ownership of an organisation design and transformation project manage ongoing employee relations cases, support the launch and roll-out of a new competency framework, and handle any new casework that arises during the assignment.
The role reports directly to the Head of HR. Some on-site presence will be required for key meetings (ideally Wednesdays), with the remainder of the role delivered remotely.
Key Responsibilities
Restructure & change
- Lead the end-to-end delivery of a departmental transformation project
- Support and attend individual and group consultation meetings
- Advise senior leaders on feedback, risk and next steps throughout the process
- Provide expert HR guidance on ongoing ER casework, including documentation and process advice
- Support progression at formal stages where required
- Finalise and prepare launch materials
- Support internal communications and stakeholder engagement
- Upload and manage competency and role data within the HR system
- Facilitate workshops, drop-in sessions and manager support sessions
- Act as a trusted advisor to managers on embedding the framework into day-to-day practice
- Manage new absence, health and performance cases as they arise
- Provide pragmatic, empathetic advice to managers and employees
- Support continuity of service during planned team absences
- Proven experience operating at HR Manager level in a generalist capacity
- Strong background in restructures, ER casework and organisational change
- Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law
- Confident advising and influencing senior leaders
- Highly organised, detail-driven and comfortable managing confidential matters
- Experienced with HR systems and MS365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, etc.)
- Able to balance commercial pragmatism with empathy and professionalism
To apply for the position of Interim HR Manager please send your CV to [email protected]
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.
Sole charge Finance Manager - 15 hours per week
Once a month meeting in East Midlands - Travel will be reimbursed
Are you an experienced sole charge Finance Manager keen to join a growing organisation that makes a big impact in the Disability Sport Sector? Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Cerebral Palsy Sport (CP Sport) to help recruit this newly created role.
Cerebral Palsy Sport (CP Sport) a £300,000 turnover is a national charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with cerebral palsy through sport and physical activity. We work with participants, families, coaches, and clubs to create inclusive opportunities that empower people to reach their potential.
As the sole charge Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the charity's financial operations, ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards, and providing strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
This is a senior, part-time role ideal for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a small charity environment where flexibility, accuracy, and initiative are key.
Candidates applying for this role must have experience working in the charity sector and be very strong on Charity SORP.
Salary: £62,500 per annum which will be pro-ratad for two days a week
Contract: 15 hours per week, Permanent
Hybrid: Hybrid working - Mainly remote working, with in-person meetings each month
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
- Oversee the preparation of accurate monthly and quarterly management accounts with commentary on variances.
- Maintain the general ledger, ensuring transactions are correctly recorded and reconciled.
- Oversee cashflow management, forecasts, and reserves monitoring.
- Prepare annual budgets and support budget holders in financial planning.
- Lead the preparation of statutory accounts under the Charities SORP (FRS 102).
- Liaise with external auditors, ensuring timely completion of the annual audit.
- Produce reports for the Chief Executive, Finance Committee, and Board of Trustees.
- Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and charity financial regulations.
- Maintain robust systems for income tracking, restricted funds, and grant reporting.
- Track restricted income and ensure proper use and reporting to funders.
- Advise on financial risk, reserves policy, and income strategy.
- Contribute to organisational policies and participate in senior management discussions.
Candidates applying for this role must have the following:
- Qualified by Experience (QBE), a recognised CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) - Are you happy with this please? The reason I mention QBE is because there are some brilliant QBE candidates
- Experience working in the charity or NFP sector
- Understanding of Charity SORP and Statutory accounts
- Producing management accounts, commentary and variance
- Improving processes
- Ability to build strong relationships with budget holders
- Strong verbal and written communication skills at all levels
- Strong interpersonal skills and being proactive
- Experience working on Xero would be an added advantage
This role will be closing on 22th January, 2026
Interviews happening w/c 2nd February, 2026
It will be a two stage interview
Candidates shortlisted for this role, will be required to answer two questions which will be submitted along with the CV.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. 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 believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
Location: London, hybrid - minimum 1 office day each week
Annual leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays)
Benefits:
- enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental pay
- family-friendly policies
- 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva)
- three x basic salary life assurance cover
- free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children
- 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash) - access to a wellbeing app
- flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more*
- learning and development opportunities including bespoke training and access to LinkedIn Learning)
- commitment to employee health and wellbeing.
- we have a Menopause Friendly accreditation and are a Disability Confident employer
We are looking for an experienced Strategic Corporate New Business Manager to spearhead the development of new partnerships which drive our mission within Dementia UK’s Corporate Partnerships team. Building on significant growth and recent multi-million-pound partnerships with Nationwide Building Society and Deutsche Bank, you will play a crucial role in shaping our new strategy, whilst leading on the solicitation of high‑value, multi‑year strategic relationships across priority sectors.
You will lead the targeted pursuit of Dementia UK’s ‘dream partners’, whilst upskilling and empowering the wider Corporate Partnerships Team to take ownership of other new business opportunities. Collaborating closely with the Corporate Partnerships Lead, key internal teams such as Marketing and Communications, our Admiral Nurses and people with lived experience of dementia, you will design tailored, compelling propositions that bring mutual strategic value to life. This will involve strengthening our offer to partners, including Dementia at Work, volunteering and corporate fundraising products, alongside champion cross‑selling opportunities to ensure the most inspiring, integrated propositions for our prospective partners.
As the face of Dementia UK in the corporate arena, you’ll build meaningful relationships with senior stakeholders and steward passionate employee advocates, ensuring our visibility remains high and the impact of our prospective partnerships are effectively communicated.
The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of securing six‑figure partnerships and significantly uplifting corporate income over sustained periods. We will also consider candidates with strong transferable skills and experience that closely align with the role requirements. You will have a determined, strategic and growth mindset that will empower you to make the role your own, accelerating the corporate new business function and, in turn, our vision of a world where no one faces dementia alone.
We would love to hear from you! If you would like to find out more about the role, or have any queries, please get in touch with us.
Our culture
In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to support them in achieving their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.
Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute to and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equity, diversity and inclusion.
Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone. We aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.
Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you’d like support to make an application, contact us.
By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK.
*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs
When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice
The Organisation
Medium to large sized charity that offers staff the opportunity to work mostly from home with just one day per month required in the office.
The Job
We are seeking a Tax Accountant to lead on UK corporate tax and VAT compliance. This is a part-time role (21 hours per week) that is majority home-based, with occasional visits to the organisation's office in London.
You will:
- Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns (including partial exemption calculations) and annual Corporation Tax returns.
- Monitor HMRC guidance and ensure compliance across the organisation.
- Provide expert technical advice on complex charity tax matters to senior leaders.
- Liaise with external VAT advisors and internal teams on compliance for income streams such as fundraising, royalties, and trading activities.
- Deliver VAT and tax awareness training to finance staff and wider teams.
- Review and improve tax processes and systems for greater efficiency.
The Person
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) or Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA).
- Strong experience preparing and submitting VAT and Corporation Tax returns.
- Excellent knowledge of HMRC guidance and its application to business processes.
- Advanced Excel skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Dynamic, detail-oriented, and process-driven with strong problem-solving skills.
Desirable:
- Experience providing tax advice in the charity sector.
- Familiarity with accounting and tax packages.
- Knowledge of reverse-charge VAT and multiple accounting systems.
What's in it for you?
- Salary: up to £55,000 FTE (pro rata for 21 hours per week).
- Generous non-contributory pension scheme (10% employer contribution).
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays and additional Christmas leave.
- Majority home-based working, with occasional office visits.
- Opportunity to combine professional expertise with a role that aligns with your values and makes a real impact.
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Job Title: National Safeguarding Operations Manager
Salary: £63,000 per annum(Band H, Level 3, Inclusive of Outer London Weighting & Market Supplement)
Location: Gilwell Park, Chingford, London (with hybrid working) 1 day present in office per week; that includes in-person Team Meetings/Trainings
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 35 per week
About The Role:
We’re looking for an experienced National Safeguarding Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day safeguarding and vetting operations across Scouting in the UK. This is a senior, influential role where you’ll shape practice, guide complex decision-making, and ensure the highest safeguarding standards are embedded across the Movement.
As the National Safeguarding Operations Manager, you will (Key Responsibilities):
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Lead the operational delivery of safeguarding and vetting across The Scouts
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Provide expert oversight, supervision and direction on complex and high-risk cases
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Develop and support managers and team members through coaching, training and reflective practice
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Shape and contribute to national safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring legal and best-practice compliance
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Represent The Scouts at multi-agency, statutory and court proceedings when required
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Use data, insight and trend analysis to drive continuous improvement in safeguarding practice
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Ensure 24/7 professional safeguarding advice is available to volunteers through on-call arrangements
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Build strong, collaborative relationships with statutory bodies, government and sector partners
What you’ll bring as our National Safeguarding Operations Manager:
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Significant experience managing a safeguarding function
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Strong case management and supervision expertise
You are:
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Personable, approachable and highly professional
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Discreet, ethical and trusted with sensitive information
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Flexible, open-minded and solutions-focused
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Committed to delivering a high-quality, people-centred service
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Experience using data and analysis to improve safeguarding practice
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Confidence working with and supporting volunteers
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Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills
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The ability to make risk-based decisions and remain calm under pressure
Benefits include:
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28 days holiday (rising to 32 days after 2 years), plus extra days at Christmas
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Flexible working hours
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Double-matched pension up to 10% of gross salary
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Generous family leave and support as a family-friendly employer
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Access to our Learning & Development hub for ongoing training
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Recognition as Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022)
For a full list of our benefits, click .
Closing date for applications: 11:59 pm Friday, 30th January 2026
Interviews will be held in person at Gilwell Park, Chingford, on Thursday, 19th February 2026.
Strictly no agencies!
The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.
The National Centre for Circus Arts is seeking a Head of Finance to lead all aspects of financial management and control across the organisation and its commercial subsidiary, National Centre for Circus Arts Enterprises.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, and managing a small finance team, the Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational oversight of budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, statutory reporting, and financial governance, acting as a key advisor to the Executive team and Trustees.
Salary: £50,000-£55,000
Working Pattern: Full-time, permanent
Location: Hybrid, London
Key duties will include:
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Leadership of the Finance function across the charity and its subsidiary
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Production of annual budgets, medium- and long-term forecasts, and in-year reforecasting
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Oversight of cashflow forecasting and financial performance monitoring
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Preparation and presentation of management accounts and financial reports for the Executive, Board, and Finance Committee
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Oversight of statutory accounts and year-end audit processes, acting as primary liaison with external auditors
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Ensuring compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including Charity Commission, HMRC, and the Office for Students
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Review and continuous improvement of financial controls, policies, and systems (Oracle NetSuite)
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Line management and development of the Finance Team
About You
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Ideally a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
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Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within a charity, education, or creative environment
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Strong communicator, able to translate financial information for non-finance stakeholders
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 20th January
Virtual Interviews: Friday 23rd January
In person interviews: Wednesday 28th January
For an informal conversation on the role or to learn more, please contact Madeleine at Ivy Rock Partners
Contract Type: Full-time, permanent, 35 hours per week
Location: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in the London office; the remainder working from home)
Reports to: Managing Director
Salary and Benefits: £45-60k depending on experience, plus discretionary annual bonus, 35 days leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays), a 6% employer pension contribution and the right to work from any location for up to 25 working days per year.
Career Progression: We want our people to flourish and grow whilst working for us, helping to contribute towards Future Advocacy’s continued success and impact. This is why we place a big emphasis on learning and development. There are potential future pathways for the right candidate to progress into a “Head of” role and beyond.
Why join us?
Future Advocacy is a global agency, based in London, Brussels and Berlin, that puts cutting-edge advocacy, campaigning and communications tools into the hands of individuals and organisations working to create a better future.
We are highly skilled at:
- Designing winning advocacy and strategic communications strategies
- Mobilising targeted and powerful campaigns for change
- Securing strategically important media coverage
- Digital and creative campaigns
- Research, analysis, policy development and writing
- Training in all aspects of strategy, government relations, campaigning, and media work
We are proud to work for some fantastic clients seeking to make the world a better place. Current and previous clients include the Jamie Oliver Group; Movember; the Elton John AIDS Foundation; Brave Movement; Centre for Democracy and Technology; ECPAT International; Which?; WaterAid; Bite Back 2030; World Food Programme; Islamic Relief; Sarah Brown’s TheirWorld charity; Wellcome Trust, and the World Wide Web Foundation.
Our small but mighty team is made up of people from 8 countries around the world, with experience in government, politics, NGOs, foundations, and the private sector - all motivated to drive positive change. Our Founder/CEO previously was Director of the ONE campaign across Europe for seven years, responsible for all ONE’s policy, campaigns, digital, media, and advocacy work. He was a key architect of the Make Poverty History Campaign; Movement Director for the anti-slavery organisation Walk Free; and an Executive Director of the UK Labour Party.
The Role
Future Advocacy is looking for a Senior Consultant in Strategic Communications and Advocacy. This is a unique opportunity to take a leading role on high-impact projects within a small, dynamic organisation that values creativity, collaboration, and personal growth. We’re looking for a versatile and talented professional, who is excited to lead and contribute to meaningful strategic communications and advocacy initiatives for our brilliant clients.
What we’re looking for
As a Senior Consultant, you will:
- Lead and contribute to client projects
- Design and implement strategic communications strategies
- Drive forward media relations:
- Spot news hooks and craft stories that land and secure media coverage
- Work on high-impact opinion pieces with our champions
- Secure broadcast opportunities for key spokespeople
- Develop and execute UK and global government relations strategies, and meet with decision-makers
- Help to maintain extremely high writing quality across the organisation including on social media
- Line-manage team members, supporting their growth, development, and impact while fostering a positive, collaborative, and empowering team environment
- Oversee our monitoring platform subscriptions and support colleagues who regularly use them
- Contribute to business development, including writing proposals and budgets for new projects
- Contribute to modelling and strengthening our culture
- Undertaking additional tasks as needed
Requirements
We would love to hear from you if you meet the criteria below:
- At least 5 - 10 years of proven success in strategic communications
- A flair for storytelling, with proven excellent media relations skills and connections with UK and/or international media
- A sharp political nose and strong political literacy, with an excellent grasp of key UK political actors, power dynamics and how narratives shift.
- Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team, in a fast-paced environment, while also being a generous and collaborative team member
- Enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to manage competing priorities
- Strong capability to represent the organisation to high-level individuals and clients
- Experience in line managing and nurturing team members
- Experience in effectively managing projects
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent
Nice to Have:
- Experience in designing and delivering government relations and advocacy strategies - including engaging with decision makers
- Experience working in international development
- Experience using media monitoring tools
- Proven experience in managing client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact and ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard
- Experience in, and enthusiasm for, using AI tools ethically for advocacy, campaigns, communications, and research
Our Culture
Our culture and values are very important to us, allowing us to thrive in a fast changing world. The key values that drive us at Future Advocacy are:
- Always Learning: We constantly strive to improve the work we do, as a team and as individuals.
- Impactful: We define success in terms of the impact our work has on making the world more equal, sustainable and more prosperous.
- Supportive: We are open, responsive, positive and supportive to each other and to others.
Apply for this Job
Please apply below, with a CV and cover letter.
The deadline for applications is 11.59pm on 8 February.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a short online assessment, and if successful, first round interviews will be held (online) the week beginning 23rd February.
If we’re both excited to proceed, second interviews will be held in person, where we will ask you to complete a written task.
Future Advocacy is committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability. We particularly encourage applications from members of groups that are currently under-represented in our organisation, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.
We are happy to discuss flexible working and other adjustments on a case by case basis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Accountable to: Director
Responsible for: No direct reports
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Type: Three-year fixed term contract associated with fixed funding. Flexible working arrangements are available. Candidates are encouraged to share any flexibility requirements or proposals when applying.
The Head of Development will work closely with the Director to manage relations and raise funds from Trusts, Foundations, Corporates and Individuals to support the Gallery’s mission.
They will lead the strategic planning, execution and growth of the gallery's fundraising efforts. This includes securing major gifts, cultivating donor relationships, leading fundraising campaigns and developing income streams from individuals, trusts, foundations and corporate sponsors.
As a key member of the senior management team, the Head of Development will ensure that philanthropic support aligns with the gallery’s mission, vision and long-term financial sustainability.
Main duties and responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the gallery’s exhibitions, public programming, capital renewal and endowment.
- Lead and manage, with the Director, all fundraising activities including annual giving, major gifts, legacy giving, membership, grants and corporate partnerships.
- Set annual income targets and monitor progress, adjusting strategies to ensure goals are met.
Donor & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and manage relationships with major donors, patrons and sponsors.
- Oversee donor communications, appropriate acknowledgements and stewardship activities to maintain and deepen engagement.
- Represent the gallery at fundraising events, networking functions and relevant public engagements.
Campaigns & Special Initiatives
- Design and implement major fundraising campaigns, including gala events.
Grants & Proposal Writing
- Identify and pursue funding opportunities from trusts and foundations.
- Supervise grant writing, reporting, evaluation and compliance processes.
Collaboration & Reporting
- Work closely with curatorial, marketing and education teams to align fundraising with programming.
- Provide regular fundraising reports and forecasts to the board.
- Support the Board of Trustees and Fundraising Committee with strategy, materials and coordination.
Person Specification:
Experience
- Proven track record (3 years) in fundraising roles, preferably within the arts, cultural or nonprofit sector.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations and donor data systems.
- Strategic thinker with a passion for the arts and community engagement.
Desirable skills and abilities
- Creative approach to donor engagement and storytelling.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Excellent relationship management skills.
- Experience with legacy and endowment fundraising.
- Existing networks in the arts or philanthropic community.
Personal
- Flexible team member with the ability to collaborate and support other colleagues.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
General
Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required by the Director.
The role may involve occasional evening and weekend working, as well as early morning and late evenings, for which time off in lieu will be given.
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