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A place to create moments that matter
 
Salary: £40,497 per annum (including regional uplift and car allowance)
 
Location: Camberley with travel around the patch to meet business and customer needs and 1 day a week in the Camberley Office
 
Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday -Friday 9am-5pm.
 
Thousands of families across the country rely on us for a safe, affordable home. And as the housing crisis deepens, the work we do has never been more important.
 
It's this belief - that everyone deserves a place to call home - that drives everything we do. Together, we find new ways to understand and champion our customers, support them and drive positive change.
 
For a career that means more and makes a meaningful impact on society, this is the place to be.
 
About the role

Always motivated to achieve brilliant standards of service, our Housing Partners (Housing Officers) are the first point of contact for our customers.
 
You'll be a visible presence in your patch, ensuring the effective management and maintenance of tenancies. Moving into a new home is an exciting life experience and your role will have a positive influence on our customer journey from the moment we onboard new tenants.
 
Sometimes things don't always go to plan, so you'll also support customers to manage their rent accounts (including taking cases to court as a last resort), manage anti-social behaviour utilising a multi-agency approach as required, resolve customer complaints effectively and use appropriate legal remedies to ensure tenancies are ended efficiently and in line with legal and regulatory requirements when necessary.
 
You'll develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners and build strong community bonds to make moments that matter every day.
 
Salary

The Housing Partner (Housing Officer) role offers a salary of £36,339 per annum for candidates who fully meet the role requirements.
 
If you're still developing in some areas, we'll support your growth with a starting salary just 5% or 10% below the spot rate, depending on experience.
 
You'll also receive a regional allowance of £2,908 and an essential user car allowance starting from £1,250 per year, plus mileage for travel around your patch - helping you stay mobile while making a difference in your community.
 
About you

You'll need experience in delivering housing management services, plus an understanding of tenancy and neighbourhood management. It would be ideal if you have a CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing - or you'd be willing to work towards it. You'll bring a proven track record in managing anti-social behaviour, as well as a strong knowledge of rent collection processes and legal frameworks around income recovery. As you'll be travelling across our Accent sites and estates, you'll need a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
 
The successful candidate will undergo a DBS check as part of the pre-employment checks.
 
A place to build a future

We have big ambitions. That means we need people who are driven to succeed and eager to grow. Here, you'll have the opportunity to learn new skills, thrive in our collaborative environment, and take your career in different directions. We also support your health and wellbeing with 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)—an extra day's leave to celebrate your birthday and the option to purchase more—access to an online GP, gym discounts, and a dedicated day to volunteer for a cause that matters to you.
 
And because we believe in supporting you now and in the future, this is a place to plan for your future—with access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, helping you save more efficiently. We also provide life assurance at three times your salary for all colleagues, giving you added peace of mind.
 
If you require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, please let us know we will ensure requirements are met.
 
Please don't delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.
 
Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.
 
If you're looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now.
 
Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.
 
You may also have experience in the following roles: Housing Management Officer, Tenancy Support Officer, Housing Services Officer, Neighbourhood Housing Officer, Housing Advisor, Community Housing Officer, Housing Management Advisor, Tenancy Management Officer, Housing Support Officer, Residential Services Officer, Estate Management Officer, Housing Operations Officer, Social Housing Officer, Housing Administrator, Customer Services Officer, etc.
 
REF-223 569

Interim Financial Controller - 6-9 months maternity contract

Candidates applying for this role should be available to start in October 2025

Salary £65,000 per annum

Are you a detail-driven finance professional who will be able to support the COO in finance as well as developing of internal control policies and procedures?

Charity People are proud to be working with a £4million turnover trust based in London, to recruit for an interim Financial Controller. This is a maternity contract for 6-9 months. My client is seeking a motivated and hands-on finance professional to step into a pivotal role during maternity cover. The organisation has been through a period of significant change, and are looking for someone who can quickly take the reins and oversee all aspects of financial management, supported by a capable Finance Officer. This is a role for someone who thrives on rolling up their sleeves, bringing structure, and driving improvements.

You will have the opportunity to review and strengthen financial policies and processes, ensuring best practice across the organisation. In addition, my client is in the process of scoping a move to a new accounting system - offering the chance to play a key role in shaping and leading a system transformation.

Salary: £65,000 per annum + between 7.5% - 10% employer pension contributions

Contract: 35 hours per week, full time

Hybrid: Flexible home working, working from the office one to two days a week

 

Some of your key duties and responsibilities are;

• Management Accounts and payroll
• Preparation of monthly management reports and variance analysis. Responsible for balance sheet reconciliations,
  cash flow, payroll and headcount, key performance indicators and financial dashboard reports, commentary and
  analysis.
• To ensure the integrity of financial activities and financial records by developing, implementing, and maintaining
  accurate and efficient processes for all financial activity
• Manage payroll and pension functions, owning the relationship with our payroll provider and ensuring the necessary
  payments and returns are made to HMRC within the timescales required. Liaise with our payroll provider to ensure
  the year-end payroll is completed and the necessary returns issued to staff and HMRC (e.g. P11D)
• Providing support, advice and guidance to budget holders enabling them to understand their financial
  responsibilities, improve their recording and reporting processes and make decisions based on their financial
  management information.
• In conjunction with the COO, prepare annual budgets and forecast in line with the foundation's strategy and business plan
• Plan the annual audit - ensuring that the information and reports are made to the auditors in a timely fashion
• Preparation of the Foundation's annual statutory group accounts in accordance with regulatory requirements managing the relationship with the auditors
• VAT - Monitor the VAT positions of the Charity and Subsidiary company. Corporation tax filing
• Continual review and improvement of internal control processes
• Maintenance of relevant processes and systems to ensure the smooth running of the finance function
• Deputise for the COO.

Candidates applying for this role must have the following:

• A recognised CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills
• Preparation of management accounts and statutory accounts including consolidation
• Excellent accounting and Charity SORP knowledge
• Experience with VAT & Corporation tax
• Previous experience of holding a similar role in the charity sector
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of cloud accounting and reporting systems and confident in the use of Microsoft 365 suite as well as supporting systems such as CRM and relevant online applications (e.g. expenses).
• Managing and empowering the Finance team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence

Deadline: Monday 1st September, 2025

Interview date: First stage - via MSTeams / Zoom on 3rd or 4th September, 2025

Second stage will be in person

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.

About The Role
Regional Fundraiser – Kent
Closing Date: 18th September
Interviews: 25th September
Application Process: Please ensure you apply with your most updated CV and a supporting statement on why you believe you would be the most suitable individual for this position.
It’s an exciting time to join Regional Engagement. We’re a growing team with big ambitions over the next 5 years. Success in your role will enable Alzheimer’s Society to campaign for change, fund research to find a cure and support people living with dementia today.
We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Regional Fundraiser to join our rewarding and growing team. This is an exciting role, which would suit someone looking to build and develop their relationship fundraising or broaden their sector experience in a major national charity.
From multi-year partnerships and supporters, right through to managing volunteers and raising awareness in our communities, the team you join is talented, fast-paced and on a mission to create a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.  The successful candidate will be able to deliver first-class relationship and account management, maximising retention as well as driving opportunities to secure new income within Kent (from prospecting through to pitch development and delivery).
Our team have a wealth of experience and skills to support you, and being a team player is essential. Recruiting, managing, and appreciating the value of our supporters and volunteers is essential. You need to inspire and motivate them to develop lifelong support.
This is a homeworking role. You will be required to travel across Kent to meet supporters regularly and occasionally attend internal meetings at locations across the country, including our flagship offices (London, Birmingham, Warrington, and Belfast). You must reside in the UK and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. 
We will be holding an information & Q&A session for this role at 12:30 midday on Wednesday, 10th September. To receive a link to this or for further information, please get in touch with the Talent Acquisition Team for further support at [email protected]
About You

- Experience in relationship and community fundraising or ability to demonstrate transferrable skills.
- Good understanding of budgeting and financial management.
- Experience in identifying and acquiring new business opportunities.
- Experience in delivering excellent supporter stewardship and/or customer care.
- Ability to analyse data and information to make decisions.
- Proven track record in achieving financial and non-financial targets.
- Ability to work remotely and independently, and travel across an extensive patch.

Person Specification:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant IT tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively and prioritise workloads effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional organisational abilities with great attention to detail.
- A passionate advocate for the Alzheimer’s Society, with a strong commitment to making a difference.
- A self-starter with a high level of motivation and resilience.

Saint Laurence is a church in the centre of Reading with a vision and heart for unchurched young people. Our focus on young people impacts all we do. The role of Admin, Operations and HR coordinator is a varied and exciting role which is essential to helping to maintain the smooth running of the church office. 

As a key team member, the Admin, Ops and HR coordinator is responsible for:

• Being the first point of contact for the church to communicate with external enquiries
• Maintaining our HR systems for a small staff team
• Working with the staff team to enable the efficient running of the church building, overseeing business accounts and coordinating with contractors, liaising with clients and arranging external events bookings
• Working with the staff team to maintain communication with church members utilising social media and email campaigns

If you have experience in administration, enjoy variety and can prioritise effectively, then this role could be perfect. In return, you would be part of a welcoming and supportive team and see real impacts to young people. 

The post holder must be respectful of the Christian ethos and overall values of the church, and uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the Church into disrepute.

Global Head of Finance
Hybrid: London, Spitalfields & homeworking
Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Upward of £87, 822, depending on years of experience in a comparable role + Excellent Benefits

*Details of how to apply at the bottom of the advert*

MLC Partners are proud to be exclusively partnering with The Fund for Global Human Rights. This is a pivotal leadership role within the organisation, and an opportunity to contribute your skills within a purpose-driven, values-led organisation that recognises the importance of a people-centred approach to leadership and operations.

The Fund is an international nonprofit that exists to support grassroots human rights activists across the globe, those working with courage and conviction in their communities to create a fairer, more just world. Since 2002, the Fund has channelled more than $165 million in flexible, long-term support to local leaders and organisations on the front lines of change.

At the Fund, finance plays a central role in supporting effective, sustainable human rights work around the world. The organisation is committed to fostering a working environment where people feel respected and supported. Their values of respect, integrity, agility, sustainability, and inclusivity, are embedded in both strategic direction and in day-to-day decision-making.

This is a significant moment for the Fund as it embarks on the next phase of its strategic growth, and following recent organisational reviews, they are building the internal systems and leadership needed to sustain its long-term impact.

The Role

As Global Head of Finance, you will lead a small, dedicated international team, overseeing strategic financial planning, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance across UK and US entities.

You’ll play a key role on the Fund’s management team, ensuring financial integrity, promoting sustainable growth, and partnering across functions to embed strong financial practices organisation-wide.

This is both a strategic and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to guide long-term financial direction while staying closely connected to day-to-day operations and people.

Duties include, but aren’t limited to:

• Financial planning, reporting and strategy: managing annual budget cycle, produce monthly, quarterly and annual finance reports.
• Compliance, Audit and Risk Management: Oversee annual audits for both US and UK entities, support compliance checks and procurement systems meet organisational and donor requirements.
• Investment, Treasury and External Relations: Monitor and management investment and cash accounts across both the US and UK – optimising returns. Managing external banking, investment and lease negotiations, managing annual vendor negotiations and renewals globally.
• Systems optimisation and process improvement.
• Team leadership: Lead and support the finance team, reviewing outputs, resolving issues to support high performance. Oversee financial training to all budget holders to maintain financial literacy and accountability across the organisation.

Essential experience

The successful candidate will possess blends of technical financial expertise with operational leadership with a continuous commitment to purpose-driven work. You will have:

• Professional financial qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Senior-level finance experience in an international charity or NGO sector.
• Strong familiarity with both UK SORP and US GAAP.
• Proven extensive knowledge of strategic financial leadership.
• Experience supporting grant management and donor reporting.
• A commitment to human rights, social justice, and inclusive workplaces.
• Mindset for process improvement and cross collaboration and partnership.
• Strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.

How to Apply/Interview dates

To apply for this role, either apply directly via the Charityjobs link with an updated CV and Cover Letter, or see details on 'How to apply' page on the candidate pack attached, and send details to the specified central inbox. To discuss the role details, please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented communities, including Black, Asian and minoritised ethnic groups, disabled people, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

• Application closing date: 1st September
• 1st stage interviews (virtual): 17th & 18th September
• 2nd stage interviews (face-to-face in Spitalfields): 25th September

Luminary Bakery is an award-winning social enterprise and artisan bakery, empowering women through training, employment and community. Our products – cakes, pastries and celebration bakes – combine exceptional quality with a powerful story in every bite.

We are entering an exciting phase of growth and are looking for a driven Sales Consultant to lead our revenue strategy, unlock the potential of our incredible client list and develop new opportunities that generate sustainable income to support our mission.

About the Role

This is an independent, target-driven role where you’ll take full ownership of sales – but you won’t be working in isolation. This is a key position for someone who thrives on sales, relationship-building and growth. 

You will take ownership of outbound sales, and proactively seek opportunities across B2B, B2C and corporate growth (standing orders, wholesale and weddings), and work to ensure our pipeline is always full and well nurtured.

This is not a passive sales role—it's about being out there, finding leads, closing deals and growing accounts.

Key Responsibilities

Outbound Sales & Business Development

• Identify and secure new B2B, wholesale, corporate and wedding clients.
• Unlock the potential of our existing client list through strategic outreach.
• Drive proactive lead generation, including cold calling, networking and LinkedIn outreach.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of leads, converting them into long-term contracts.
• Attend tastings, sales meetings, and events to pitch Luminary’s offering and communicate our social impact.
• Keep CRM records up to date to track opportunities, conversations and progress.

Account Growth & Relationship Management

• Strengthen and expand relationships with high-value clients and key accounts.
• Spot and pursue upselling opportunities (e.g. regular standing orders, bespoke gifting, seasonal campaigns)
• Collaborate with production, fulfilment and packaging teams to ensure flawless delivery
   

Sales Strategy & Performance Tracking

• Lead on setting and delivering monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.
• Report regularly to the Managing Director on sales performance and pipeline health
• Use customer feedback and sales data to refine and improve sales strategy
   

Weddings & Corporate Events

• Respond to wedding and corporate event enquiries and develop new outbound opportunities.
• Build relationships with venues, planners and corporate gifting contacts.
• Prepare tailored proposals, quotations and tasting sessions for high-value prospects.
• Develop and implement initiatives to increase wedding cake sales

About You

• Proven track record in B2B or high-end food/hospitality sales
• Commercially driven with a “hunter” mindset – you thrive on securing and growing business.
• Strong network and understanding of Contract Catering
• Strong networking skills and confidence in both face-to-face and virtual meetings.
• Passion for food, social enterprise, and creating positive impact.
• Self-starter who can work independently, while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Skilled at building relationships across multiple sectors and seniority levels.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Desirable

• Experience in event/wedding sales or working with luxury/corporate clients
• Experience with CRM systems (Capsule CRM) and Excel/sales dashboards
• Understanding of food production or social enterprise business models

Package

• Salary: £42,000 per annum (0.4 FTE), pro rata
• 21 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
• Free barista coffee when working on-site, staff discount on Luminary food when working on-site, staff discount on Luminary product online
• Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team changing lives through baking

Stewardship are looking for a leader who takes a proactive and highly collaborative approach to their work, leading with humility, transparency, awareness,   listening, and empathy, helping those they work with and the customers we serve, to flourish.

Working closely with our Head of Accounts Examination and Head of Payroll Bureau, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the continuation and growth of our highly valued services with exceptional customer care, as well as the innovation and ambition to develop new services for our church and charity partners.

This is a pivotal leadership role that combines operational excellence with a deep understanding of partner needs, an entrepreneurial instinct to spot new service opportunities, and a heart to serve the Church.

As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:

· Active membership of local church congregation.

An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.

Our client, a Not-for-profit body, are looking to recruit a Head of IT to manage, deliver and develop their operations, ensuring infrastructure, systems, services, and electronic data effectively support the organisation’s activities.

Duties:

· To develop and deliver the IT strategy in support of their strategy.

· Keep abreast of developments and new applications and assess the need, use and applicability to the organisation. Advise and make recommendations to the Director of Finance and Resources on enhancements to improve the organisation’s IT services.

· To serve as the lead for GDPR compliance activities within the organisation

· Be the senior point of contact for support for the organisation’s various applications including ALMA (Library Management System), Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM), Microsoft Business Central (accounting software), Microsoft 365, and Microsoft Teams.

Essential Skills:

· Experience of maintaining a variety of IT systems, including Windows based networking both on premise and cloud based

· Experience of evaluating and commissioning computer hardware

· Proven ability to problem-solve IT problems

· Proven ability to learn new systems quickly

· Proven ability to prepare and monitor budgets covering IT

· hardware, software, networking, and associated requirements

This role is hybrid (ideally 3 days a week on site).  Not-for-profit or public sector experience is a preference.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for Advocates to join our team in the West Dunbartonshire area. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join and shape this service covering Clydebank.  Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance. 

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Benefits 

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 

5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 

Salary sacrifices pension scheme 

Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 

Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 

24/7 Employee Assistance programme 

Access to remote counselling service 

Paid Disability Leave 

Paid compassionate Leave 

Home Working Allowance  

  

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

  

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form. 

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Midnight on 14/09/2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Your new company
My client is a small London-based charity. They offer hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.
Your new role
The role is a Finance Assistant on an interim basis. The duration is expected to be 3-6 months.
Duties will include:

• Invoice processing and approval
• Matching purchase orders and verifying correct approvals before payment
• Processing multi-currency invoices through the accounting system
• Processing expenses for employees in line with company policies
• Request and facilitate changes to delegated authorities or line management within the expenses system as necessary
• Preparing and processing weekly payment batches via BACS
• Handling queries
• Acting as the first point of contact for all supplier and departmental queries regarding invoices, payments and expenses
• Ensuring invoice VAT is processed correctly and in line with regulatory requirements
• Reconciliation of vendor statements and the resolution of discrepancies
• Ensuring all transactions are recorded and posted in time for the month-end close.
• Processing payments via direct debit and posting to the accounting system through journal entries.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to succeed, you will need previous experience in a finance role, and experience of the duties above. If you were studying for a professional qualification, this would be an advantage. Knowledge of financial software would also be useful.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will get the opportunity to work in a supportive team in a role where you can grow and develop your financial skills.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Salary: £80,000–£90,000 WTE (4 days a week preferable)
Location: Hybrid (Central London office with flexible working)
Closing date: 7th September
Contact: Rosemary Pini, Allen Lane  

An opportunity to shape a better future for children across the UK.

Thrive at Five is seeking a strategic and hands-on Finance Director to join the organisation at an exciting time of growth. With programmes now live in Stoke-on-Trent, Redcar and Cleveland, and Middlesbrough—and a new site expected to launch in Scotland later this year—this is a pivotal role supporting national expansion and long-term impact.

As a national charity, Thrive at Five helps children in their early years build strong foundations for life and learning. Working in some of the UK’s most disadvantaged communities, the charity empowers parents and carers while enabling collaborative, place-based action across local systems of support. This work is already making a difference, with early progress recognised in Parliament and featured in recent government initiatives.

The Role

The Finance Director will provide strategic financial leadership across the charity, supporting its mission through robust financial management, long-term planning, and operational oversight. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the postholder will work closely with the CEO, trustees, and place-based programme teams to ensure the organisation remains sustainable, agile, and mission-driven.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading financial strategy, planning, and forecasting
• Overseeing financial operations, systems, and compliance
• Managing restricted and unrestricted funds, budgets, audits, and risk
• Providing high-quality financial reporting to the Board and Finance & Risk Committee
• Supporting fundraising through effective bid modelling and financial insight
• Line-managing and developing finance team members

This is a hybrid role based in Central London (currently Victoria), with flexibility and occasional travel to programme locations.

The Person

Thrive at Five is looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) with significant experience at Finance Director or senior finance leadership level—ideally within the charity or not-for-profit sector.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A strong understanding of charity finance, including SORP and fund accounting
• Experience of strategic financial planning and risk management
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with excellent interpersonal skills
• The ability to influence at senior levels and build effective cross-functional relationships
• A commitment to Thrive at Five’s mission and values, and a willingness to roll up their sleeves in a growing, fast-paced organisation

Why Join Thrive at Five?

• Purpose-led work: Help give every child the best start in life
• Growth opportunity: Join a high-profile, ambitious charity on a national trajectory
• Flexible working: Hybrid model with supportive culture and work-life balance
• Influence and impact: Be part of a close-knit leadership team shaping strategy and systems
• Professional development: Thrive at Five supports continuous learning and personal growth

How to Apply

To apply, please send a CV and supporting statement.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact:
Rosemary Pini, Business Managerfrom Allen Lane

The Naval Children’s Charity provides financial and holistic support to children and families around the UK.  We work closely with other charities, have our own team of caseworkers and use an external Armed Forces group case management system, Mosaic, run by SSAFA as well as a bespoke internal database of our beneficiaries, Beacon and a platform called Lightning reach to receive applications.

The role of Database Administrator is to provide the lead on the handling and management of all internal data for the Charity, the development and use of the Charity’s internal database Beacon and to provide administrative support to the Charity, ensuring that all records are maintained and updated in a timely fashion.  Other data administrative support as required. 

Specifics of Role

· Reports to the Head of Finance.

· Works closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), caseworking team and the Office Administrator.

· To lead on the continued development of Beacon, the Charity’s internal database:

o Ensure data remains consistent across the database.

o Test and set up new applications/fields, customise existing applications/fields and make them fit for purpose

o Facilitate data capture, data flow and data outputs.

o Consider both back-end organisation of data and front-end accessibility for end-users

· To lead on training for staff in the operation of Beacon including database user documentation, data standards and procedures.

· Ensure confidential handling of all information concerning beneficiaries in accordance with the Naval Children’s Charity’s confidentiality and data protection policies.

· With the Office Administrator, to be responsible for all data input into the Charity’s internal database.

· With the Office Administrator to be responsible for all data download and inputs into Mosaic and downloads from Lightning Reach.

· To ensure that all data input is accurate and completed in a timely manner, adhering to monthly and quarterly deadlines.

· To provide administrative support to the SLT, and the wider team as required

· To provide data reports from the internal database as required by the SLT.

· With the Office Administrator oversee the distribution of the charity’s resources to families and organisations including the Wellbeing Packs

· Such other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time.

You'll play a vital role in developing work experience opportunities for adults with learning disabilities as well as supporting our team members into permanent employment. This is a new role which will require you to show heaps of flexibility and learn-as-we-go in order to shape and develop our impact into the future.

If you have pints of personality and want to work for a fantastic cause, we want to hear from you. You’ll be experienced in coaching or mentoring, be well organised and understand the barriers faced by people with a learning disability when moving into employment.

You'll support and develop our team. This means:

• managing a caseload of between 6 and 10 people who are neurodivergent and/or have a learning disability, and who are looking to move into supportive employment locally
• preparing our team members for long-term employment by supporting them to understand their skills, aspirations and goals by offering employment profiling, job matching, action planning and skill development opportunities
• working to a minimum target of 2 adults moving into long term employment by the end of your contract
• undertaking monthly work coaching sessions for team members to develop and upskill them in brewing and bar management skills
• supporting team members to reduce work-related barriers such as travel-to-work, better-off calculations, disclosure of health & wellbeing needs and budgeting
• providing in-work support to assist team members in maintaining and retaining employment, including frequent in-person meetings during the first few months of a successful employment match

You'll be responsible for our employer engagement. This means:

• undertaking tailored job searches and proactive engagement with employers to source supportive, paid job opportunities which meet our team members preferences and match their developing skillset
• identifying potential opportunities for employment within their businesses and sales opportunities amongst employment partners
• providing education and support to employers, which may include negotiating adjustments and on-going employer support to ensure job retention
• building Ignition’s profile as a skills-based, local employment specialist

You will develop our wider employability programme. This means:

• organising and facilitating regular employment taster days for people with learning disabilities looking to move into work in order to raise aspirations and developing an understanding of the workplace
• planning & running CV development workshops to help adults with learning disabilities prepare for the world of work
• developing our evidence-based employability model, drawing on good practice from other sectors, in order to constantly improve and refine the model

As part of your 20 hours per week, you will also be required to undertake one evening or weekend shift per week of up to 6 hours, as a Taproom Supervisor.

What we need from you (the essentials):

• experience of working or volunteering with neurodivergent adults or people with learning disabilities
• experience of leading, teaching, coaching, mentoring or otherwise supporting groups of people
• an understanding of the barriers to employment experienced by adults with learning disabilities
• proven experience of meeting and exceeding outcomes and targets
• well organised with experience of managing a varied workload
• outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to build rapport with people
• good administrative skills with an ability to use IT and tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• a flexible and hands on approach with an an ability to think and problem-solve independently
• being comfortable trialling new approaches and learning in response

What we’d ideally like from you (the desirables):

• experience of supporting people to obtain employment
• knowledge of the benefits system and how to navigate this when moving into employment
• experience working in a bar or other customer service setting

Join Clore Social Leadership as a pivotal member of our team dedicated to advancing justice, equity, diversity and inclusion.

Introduction

Clore Social Leadership is one of the UK’s most respected leadership development providers for social purpose and non-profit leaders. Through skills and development programmes, we support and invest in social leaders, enabling them to build the capabilities, confidence and resilience to transform their organisations, communities and the world around them.

Since 2010, we have supported over 5,000 individuals from nearly 3,800 social purpose organisations. Through our transformative skills and development programmes, we empower individuals from local grassroots initiatives to global organisations to become agents of change. In partnership, we have developed leadership programmes for people with lived and/or learned experience of racial inequalities, youth services, immigration systems, criminal justice systems, social immobility, homelessness, gender inequalities, health inequalities and climate change.

We aim to create a more equitable and inclusive society where individuals from all backgrounds have equal opportunities to lead, participate, and contribute to positive social change. The year ahead is particularly exciting as we aim to revive our strategic direction, deepen our partnerships, and build new opportunities for learning, collaboration and long-term impact.

Clore Social Leadership is partnering with Prospectus, a specialist recruitment consultancy, to recruit for this vacancy. As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Head of Finance & Operations to take ownership of all internal operations that ensure the organisation’s effectiveness, accountability, compliance, and resilience. This is a people- and process-focused role for someone who thrives on structure and order while keeping equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility at the heart of how things are done.

You will be a champion of systems, a confident financial lead, and a culture-first manager who ensures our internal structures serve our people, values and mission. You will not need to implement everything yourself, but will ensure our operational environment is fit for purpose, collaborative, inclusive and ready for scale.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Lead the financial function with strategic oversight, supported by an external accountant.
• Manage the annual audit process, acting as the lead contact for external auditors and ensuring timely preparation, accuracy, and compliance.
• Provide high-quality financial modelling, forecasts, and budget support to the wider team.
• Produce timely reports and strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board.
• Support SLT with business modelling and income planning.
• Ensure financial processes are understood and used across the team.
• Oversee payroll, bookkeeping and liaison with accountants and auditors.

People and Culture

• Lead internal culture work, embedding equity, inclusion and belonging at every level.
• Ensure team meetings, benefits, training and internal communications are coordinated and supportive.
• Work with HR legal advisors to ensure best practice policies and processes.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and staff support in line with our values and commitments.

Governance and Compliance

• Act as the main contact for the Board and subcommittees, particularly Audit & Risk.
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, Companies House, GDPR and relevant legislation.
• Maintain governance documents and ensure timely updates and implementation.
• Embed an organisational approach to risk that is equitable, accessible and transparent.
• Act as the organisation’s Data Controller, ensuring appropriate policies and practices are in place to prioritise data safety and security. Work with external legal and data protection advisors to stay compliant with legislation and best practice.

Operations and Systems

• Be the internal champion of systems and processes, ensuring they are streamlined, understood and appropriately used by the team.
• Work with external experts and advisors to implement or refine systems as required.
• Oversee IT, digital infrastructure and tools for hybrid/remote working.
• Ensure all internal processes are designed with EDI and accessibility in mind.
• Lead continuous improvements that balance rigour with inclusion.

External Relationships

• Manage key suppliers and advisors (accountants, HR, IT, legal, payroll) to ensure value, clarity and accountability.
• Ensure external services align with our internal culture and mission.

Person Specification

This is an ideal role for someone who loves enabling people to do their best work by ensuring robust, fair, and future-ready structures are in place.

Essential

• Significant experience in operational and financial management.
• A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or similar) or significant financial experience.
• Strong experience leading on budgets, forecasts and financial strategy.
• Experience supporting teams with business and financial modelling.
• Proven ability to improve processes and internal systems.
• Experience or interest relating to overseeing governance, risk and compliance.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility.
• Experience managing or overseeing cross-cutting functions (HR, IT, legal, finance).
• Ability to balance process with people – designing systems that support humans.

Desirable

• Experience in the charity, non-profit or social enterprise sector.
• Experience of hybrid or remote working.
• Knowledge of tools like Quickbooks, Salesforce, Asana.
• Experience working with trustees or boards.
• Experience supporting business development or commercial activities.

You’ll be a great fit if you are:

• Structured and proactive: you bring clarity and direction.
• EDI-driven: you care about making processes inclusive.
• Collaborative and communicative: you enjoy enabling others.
• Strategic and hands-on: you can see the big picture and execute the detail.
• Committed to collective success and social impact.

Hours and place of work

• This is a full-time role to be fulfilled over a 35-hour week, ideally within the working hours of Mon-Fri, 9:30am–5:30pm, with flexibility as required.
• This is a hybrid role with one day a week in our shared office space in London (Better Space, 127 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3DA), the travel costs of which must be covered by the individual. We are open to discussing this arrangement further to accommodate individual needs and preferences.
• Further UK travel will be required on occasion, the costs of which would be covered by Clore Social Leadership.

Terms, pay and benefits

• This is a permanent contract.
• Salary for this role will be ca. £55,000 p/a depending on experience.
• The post holder is entitled to 25 days of annual leave, in addition to UK statutory holidays.
• The office is closed for one week during the winter festive period (25-31 December), providing an additional three days of annual leave in addition to the above allocation.
• You have the option to join our contributory pension scheme. The employer's contribution is 3% with a minimum employee contribution of 5%.

Application process

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We value and respect every individual, regardless of their race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or background, and actively seek to eliminate bias, promote equality and provide equal opportunities for all to showcase their talents and be evaluated solely on their qualifications, skills and potential. If you are passionate about making a profound impact and thrive in a dynamic, values-driven environment, we encourage you to submit an application.

To apply please follow the application link through to the Prospectus website. You will be asked to send:

• Your CV (two pages max.), including relevant work experience.
• A two-page supporting statement, which addresses your suitability for and interest in the role.

If you have any questions prior to application or would like further information, please contact Steve Fraser at Prospectus (email available via the Prospectus website). Prospectus and Clore Social Leadership are committed to a policy of equality and diversity. We are committed to offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond. Please do not hesitate to discuss this with us.

Key dates (flexibility can be offered)

• Applications close: Sunday 31 August
• First round interviews (online): Tuesday 9 / Wednesday 10 September
• Final interviews (in person): Monday 15 / Tuesday 16 September

Travel expenses for in-person interviews will be reimbursed on submission of valid receipts.

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