Office and hr manager jobs in croydon, england

This is an incredible opportunity to make a real difference at Bliss, the UK’s leading charity for babies born premature or sick.

Role Summary 

Our current Director of Finance & Operations will be going on maternity leave in mid-October 2025 and we are looking for an experienced and energetic interim Director of Finance & Operations who will be able to hit the ground running in overseeing all of our finance, HR and operations, which underpin our core mission and work to support babies, families and health professionals across the neonatal community.

The successful candidate will lead all aspects of Bliss’ financial management, including our strategic approach to financial and business planning as well as supporting effective delivery of our day-to-day financial systems and processes. They will have overall responsibility for Bliss’ core organisational support functions of HR, IT, and facilities, and will also contribute to the daily running and future direction of the charity as a member of the Senior Management Team.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate who:
-Is a CCAB qualified (or equivalent) team leader with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
-Has significant accountancy experience, with knowledge and experience of charity finance
-Has a good understanding of the financial and governance aspects of a charity, particularly the application of Charity SORP
-Has a strong understanding of business functions including HR, contract management, IT systems, and office and administrative processes
-Will enjoy working collaboratively across an organisation to drive business planning and performance.
-Has the ability to motivate, manage performance and support professional development within the Finance and Operations team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a passionate and committed team in a vibrant organisation which supports individual learning and development alongside delivering real impact for babies and families every day
 

• Location: Hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days over 2 weeks worked in our London Bridge office
• Salary: £80,000 FTE (pro rata)
• Terms: 28 hours a week, 12-month fixed term contract starting late Sept / early Oct 2025

Role Details

If you believe your skills and experience align with this position, and you are passionate about improving outcomes for sick and premature babies, then we would very much like to hear from you. We offer a generous package of benefits, including a positive approach to agile working, and are a vibrant organisation, dedicated to the cause but also to supporting each other and learning as we work. If you don’t meet all the requirements but feel that you have transferrable skills, please do apply and use your application to illustrate this.

Bliss recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equity and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds, including applications from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority communities, people who identify as having a disability, and LGB+, Trans and non-binary candidates.

For more details please view the job description and person specification below.

How to apply

Please email a copy of your CV and a supporting statement explaining why you are interested in this role and what you could bring to it - with reference to the person specification in this job description

This information is used when shortlisting candidates for interview. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? 

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Bliss we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we encourage you to apply to tell us what you can offer our organisation. You could be just the right candidate for this or other roles

Recruitment Timeline 

• The deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 23rd June
• First round interviews will be held virtually on Monday 30th June
• Second round interviews will be in person at our London Bridge offices on Wed 9th July

Ideally we are looking for a candidate who can start at Bliss in late September / early October 2025, to enable sufficient handover with the current postholder; but for the right candidate we will also consider a slightly later start date if sufficient handover days can be accommodated beforehand
 

It is Bliss’ policy not to contact applicants who have not been invited for an interview so if you have not heard from us three weeks after the closing deadline, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Office based, London (with hybrid working)

6-month fixed term contract

Are you an experienced strategic leader ready to make an immediate impact? The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is seeking an Interim Head of Membership Engagement and Strategy to lead a critical transformation of our membership and marketing functions. This is a unique opportunity to join a values-driven organisation at a pivotal moment and help shape how we engage, support, and grow our professional community.

Who we are

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is the professional body for speech and language therapists across the UK. The RCSLT has over 22,000 members and employs around 65 staff predominately based in a London office. The RCSLT also has offices in Belfast, Edinburgh, and Cardiff.

Our mission is to improve the lives of people with communication and swallowing needs by facilitating and promoting research, producing guidance, holding events, and influencing government. We aim to promote better education and training for speech and language therapists and provide information to our members and the public about speech and language therapy.

The role

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) is looking for an experienced professional to review and transform our current membership and marketing functions. In this pivotal role, you’ll shape and deliver a unified, efficient, and future-focused engagement strategy that reflects the evolving needs of our members.

You will lead and support a talented team, which includes the Enquiries Team and the Membership and Marketing Manager, ensuring we have the right structures, systems, and capacity in place to deliver outstanding service. Your leadership will enhance how we connect with members and customers - both online and offline - driving improved engagement, satisfaction, and retention.

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and build a high-performing, member-centric function, we’d love to hear from you.

What we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have a background and experience working within a membership organisation and have a clear understanding of what it takes to build a high-performing, member-focused function. You will bring strong time management skills, be self-motivated, highly organised, and capable of working efficiently both independently and as part of a team. Most importantly, you’ll understand the aims and values of the RCSLT and demonstrate the ability to embed these into your work and strategic approach.

If you're ready to bring fresh thinking, strategic insight, and strong leadership to a nationally respected professional body, we’d love to hear from you.

Please see the role brochure for more information on the required knowledge and experience necessary to be successful in the role.

What we can offer you

• A competitive starting salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Excellent staff training and development opportunities
• Supportive and flexible working environment including, hybrid working arrangements
• Generous pension scheme
• Life insurance cover
• Season ticket loan scheme
• Eye care voucher scheme
• Family friendly employer including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and more!

How to apply

For more information and to apply online, please visit our recruitment portal.

Closing date: 5.00pm on Friday, 20th June 2025.

Interview date: w/c 30th June 2025 (held virtually).

Please note, we can only accept applications from those who have working rights in the UK, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.

The role may close earlier than the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.

We are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive recruitment process. All applications are handled with strict confidentiality to protect your privacy and encourage openness throughout the process.

The RCSLT is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging. We aim to embed equity, diversity, and belonging practices throughout our recruitment and selection procedures. We strive to ensure everyone is valued equally for their contribution, experience, knowledge, and skills. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds.

Job Title: Finance and Administration Officer

Responsible to:               Finance Manager

Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum

Location: USPG, 5 Trinity Street, London, SE1 1DB
 

Hours of work: Full time 5 days per week (35 hours per week) – Office based

Very occasional work outside normal working hours with time off in lieu. (Some occasional UK travel required.)

The package also includes

· 8% employer pension contribution

· 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional discretionary leave during Christmas.

· Season Ticket Loan

· Enhanced Maternity and other family friendly policies

About Us

USPG is the Anglican mission agency that partners churches and communities worldwide

in God’s mission to enliven faith, strengthen relationships, unlock potential and champion

justice. You can find out more about our work by visiting our website.

About the Role

This is a varied and rewarding opportunity for someone with strong finance and administrative skills. Working closely with the Finance Manager and Office Manager, you will support the organisation by:

· Processing donations, direct debits, Gift Aid claims, invoices and payment runs

· Maintaining accurate records using QuickBooks and Raiser’s Edge

· Supporting governance and operations: scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes

· Managing office logistics: post, supplies, facilities

· Providing administrative support across finance and operations

You’ll play a key role in the smooth running of USPG’s finance and administrative functions, with opportunities to learn and contribute to an organisation with global impact.

About You

You will have at least three years’ experience in finance or administrative role, with strong organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail. You will be confident working with numbers and have good written English and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook, is essential, and experience with finance systems such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero would be highly beneficial.

Ideally, you will have experience working in the charity or not-for-profit sector, and familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) systems like Raiser’s Edge would be an advantage. You should be comfortable working with people from diverse cultural and national backgrounds, and able to manage your workload effectively as part of a supportive team. A genuine interest in the work of USPG and alignment with our Christian ethos is essential for this role.

How to apply

Please see the attached Application and Equal Opportunties Monitoring forms.

Application deadline: 16 June 2025

Interviews: 23 June 2025.

Please note: Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a short test ahead of the interview

£20,592 per annum (based on £51,481 FTE)

Part-time, 14 hours per week (0.4 FTE)

Fixed-term contract – 10 months

London based contract with the option of hybrid working in the office and from home*

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is committed to building lifelong relationships with our 65,000 members to help them achieve their potential and improve the lives of patients across the country. In this rewarding role, you will be instrumental in building these pivotal relationships from the moment students embark on their professional journey.

You will work closely with our permanent Student Officer, who is temporarily reducing hours for study, to ensure continuity and impact. This role is focused on delivering student facing activity, so we’re looking for someone who can get up to speed quickly, work independently, and confidently represent the CSP in student settings.

You will help deliver a programme of university visits across the UK, promote the value of CSP membership, and support our network of student reps. You will also help create engaging content for our student audience, and use data and insights to inform your work.

By building effective relationships with students, universities, student reps, and local CSP teams, you will directly contribute to the success of our student recruitment work.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Hannah Smith, Member Recruitment Campaigns Manager, at Head Office.

Why work for the CSP?

The CSP is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 65,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.

At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to be the best at everything we do. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members. Please visit the website for further information.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, Christmas office closure between 25 December to 01 January and generous pension scheme with 12% employer contribution.

*The CSP operates hybrid working where employees can work between their home and the office. Through discussions with line managers, the CSP encourages employees to decide how, when and where they work best in a way that balances the needs of the CSP, the team and themselves. Employees are still expected to attend the office for in person meetings when required for their role and the organisation. Homeworking is subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which includes a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from.

To enable our employees to balance their individual, family and work-life, we would be happy to discuss flexible working arrangements with shortlisted candidates (subject to business needs).

To apply for the role please click on the ‘Apply online’ tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: 10am, 11 June 2025.

Interview date: 26 June 2025.

If you require any adjustments during the application stage, please email the Human Resources team at Head Office.

The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, and we aim to provide a working and learning environment which is free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society we work and live in and therefore positively encourage candidates from all sections of the community to apply. To see our Equity, Diversity and Belonging strategy please visit the website.

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BACKGROUND

Over the past 80 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC’s mission is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster. The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve.

IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in the UK a programme that is rapidly growing.

In Europe, the IRC currently operates in the UK, Sweden, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, Poland, Serbia and Ukraine.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The P&C Director manages the HR teams across the IRC UK, Switzerland, Belgium and Sweden, and is accountable for effective HR service delivery, HR compliance and continuous improvement within the scope of the People & Culture department to cultivate the desired culture, talent practices, and investments to deliver on our people strategy. This position plays pivotal role in fostering a positive, inclusive and high-performing workplace culture that aligns with IRC’s values through exceptional communication skills. They are deeply committed to achieving operational excellence and modelling the values of an engaging and respectful workplace where everyone can be at their best.

Reporting into the Regional Director, P&C Europe and collaborating closely with colleagues across Global People & Culture, the role provides insights supporting the implementation of People & Culture priorities across the 300+ IRC colleagues in the UK, Switzerland, Belgium and Sweden as determined by the respective country Executive Directors and the Regional Director P&C Europe.

As a member of the UK Senior Management Team (SMT) the role also supports the delivery of these priorities, and serves as an advisor and coach with a keen focus on building leadership competencies and organizational effectiveness.  The role is also part of the global P&C community to participate and stay informed of global change initiatives and to shape or adapt them to IRC UK’s culture and regulatory environment.

This role supports the UK Executive Director in managing the relationship with the UK Trade Union, Unite, including quarterly meetings with Union Representatives and ensuring smooth consultation and negotiation on matters where relevant including the annual salary review, restructures and complex employee relations matters. The post holder has an excellent understanding of Union relations and rights, working collaborative to ensure compliance and the bets outcomes for IRC UK and employees within the bounds of what is possible in the organisation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. P&C Strategic Leadership and Management (~25%)

· Serve as a strategic advisor to the local HR Managers, Executive Directors, and UK Senior Management Team (SMT) on succession planning, providing key insights to facilitate future leadership transitions.

· Act as a thought partner to the SMT, offering strategic guidance on People & Culture (P&C), and organizational culture/values to align with the mission and goals.

· Supervise and be a supportive leader to approximately 5-7 P&C staff within the UK, Belgium, Swizterland, and Sweden HR Team, ensuring the leadership and management of direct reports are handled with excellence.  Accountable for the overall quality and effectiveness of the P&C team, actively monitoring progress against established goals.

· Take the lead on conducting talent dialogues, recommending development opportunities, and coaching on conducting high-quality conversations during performance reviews.

· Serve as an advocate for Employee Wellbeing, Employee Engagement, and Safeguarding priorities and role model safe, inclusive, and caring leadership standards.

· Provide constructive feedback and guidance on career paths and professional development for the P&C team and IRC staff; establish a culture of continuous learning opportunities.

· Partner with peers to facilitate the workforce planning, including, managing workforce adjustments, such as staff reductions, or scale up, including organizational design work, in partnership with senior management teams, the Regional Director, People & Culture Europe and Global People & Culture Partners, ensuring these actions comply with local legal requirements and IRC's country and Global policies while minimizing risks and supporting affected staff.

· Support management through coaching, development, tools and guidance to build a team of skilled, committed, and motivated staff, ready to advance in their career.

· Manage the UK HR budget with support from colleagues in FP&A for planning, budgeting and reforecasting of expenditure.

· Prepare reporting to the UK Board of Trustees, including presentation to the full Board and People and Culture Committee.

2. Manage HR Service Delivery and Core Operations (~40%)

· Oversee the creation and tracking of P&C objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals including but not limited to providing support and contributions to the design and implementation of global shared solutions models that deliver meaningful outcomes and service improvements.

· Actively engage in proposal design and grant review meetings, providing expert advice on organizational structure, position scoping, demographic and staffing analysis to build a robust P&C foundation that supports high program quality.

· Drive informed decision making by using data to support people and culture functions, ensuring all data reporting requirements, including to the UK Board and reporting as required for UK programmes donors are delivered accurately and in a timely manner.

· Oversee end-to-end P&C activities across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding and exits, payroll, benefits, contract management, performance management, workforce reporting, and year-round staff communications to ensure high-quality outcomes aligned with organizational standards and strategic objectives.

· Ensure the development and implementation of high-quality, context-specific improvement plans and practices in areas such as recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee relations, onboarding, offboarding, contract management, learning and development, performance management, leave management, code of conduct compliance, legal compliance, HR Information Systems, coordination of policy development and implementation, etc.

· Advise supervisors on appropriate disciplinary actions, serve as an impartial mediator in disciplinary proceedings, and oversee follow-up measures to ensure fairness, compliance with employment laws, and adherence to labor regulations.

3. Workplace Culture (~15%)

· Promote initiatives that enhance the employee experience, team engagement, inclusion, and cohesion fostering an environment conducive to continuous learning and honest dialogue.

· Foster a healthy organizational culture. Oversee the integration of IRC’s Values, People Manager Standards, and Employee Success Factors throughout the employee lifecycle.

· Safeguarding:  promote best practice through the integration of safeguarding considerations in hiring, recruitment and onboarding practices, ensuring that all IRC employees receive orientation to IRC's Safeguarding Policy and expectations.

· Ensure that the IRC Way and information on reporting channels are sign-posted in all IRC office locations.

· Partner with IRC’s global Ethics, Compliance and Global Employee Relations investigations to promote safe, healthy and respectful workplaces.

· With the support of the  Duty of Care colleagues and Regional Director People & Culture Europe, provide guidance and support for all staff-related duty of care initiatives, and critical incident response is delivered according to organizational standards.

· Ensure strong connectivity and communication among P&C staff to foster a cohesive team environment.

· Actively participate in and support staff meetings to foster a collaborative work environment.

4. Collaborate with the Union (~15%)

· Working with the UK Executive Director, maintain a positive working relationship with the UK Trade Union representatives, Unite.

· Negotiate and consult with the Trade Union, facilitating the quarterly Joint Negotiating Committee (JNC) meetings and ensuring a good relationship is maintained and progress is made with key priorities including introduction of new policies, policy updates and salary review negotiations.

· Develop and manage union engagement and communication plans aimed at maintaining a healthy and empowering office environment that promotes open, honest, and productive communication.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

• Indirect reporting to Europe Regional P&C Director
• Partners with UK Executive Director and the UK SMT
• Manages the UK HR Operations Manager, UK HR staff, and the heads of HR in Switzerland, Belgium and Sweden
• Collaborates with Trade Union Representatives
• Oversees contracts with Employees and External consultants and vendors
• Collaborates with Global P&C team members at all levels
• Collaborates with senior managers across the organisation

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

· CIPD qualified with experience of complex HR processes in the UK including restructures, TUPE and employee relations.**

· Significant experience in an HR leadership role, with broad knowledge and experience across the spectrum of People & Culture responsibilities.**

· Strong teamwork approach with quality interpersonal and analytical skills who can work seamlessly in a global matrix organization.

· Experience working in a complex international matrix organsiation a plus.

· Strong knowledge of UK employment law, with experience of advising and influencing senior leaders.**

· Experience of working with Trade Unions on a range of matters.**

· People management experience.**

· High level of confidentiality and tact.

· High level of service orientation and excellent intercultural communication skills.

· Ability to work under pressure, manage and prioritize competing priorities from different stakeholders.

· Ability to drive manage projects with a high degree of subject matter complexity and a high number of stakeholders independently

· Willingness to take on a high level of responsibility and independence in day-to-day work.

We are seeking an Exhibitions and Collections Projects Manager to join the Crafts Council on a permanent basis. This is a vital role in the Public Programmes team to oversee the maintenance and development of Crafts Council Collections and the delivery of key temporary exhibitions.

Reporting to the Senior Collections and Programme Manager, this role will ensure the Crafts Council Collections are documented and preserved to a high standard for future generations. They will also support the strategic development of the Crafts Council’s programme, managing relationships with external commercial partners, artists and institutions, overseeing project budgets and timelines and contributing to reporting and evaluation frameworks.

This is a dynamic and hands-on role which involves working across the organisation and beyond to deliver and communicate best practice in exhibition production and collection management.

About You

• You will bring adept production and organisational skills to this role
• You will be confident leading the planning and delivery of exhibitions and collection projects working in collaboration with artists, partners, contractors and venues
• As an experienced exhibition project manager, with expertise in collection management, you will have a strong understanding of what it takes to successfully realise displays to a high standard and be familiar with collection management procedures and systems
• You should be a self-starter who is confident working independently and as part of a team
• You should be a clear communicator ensuring that project information is disseminated and adhered to by all stakeholders.

Main Duties

In collaboration with the Senior Collections and Programme Manager, you will:

• Oversee planning and arrangements for installation and de-installation of exhibitions including Brookfield Properties Craft Award summer exhibitions
• Maintain exhibition and collection project budgets, timelines and documentation to a high standard
• Lead dynamic teams of casual assistants, freelance technicians, designers, conservators and photographers as required
• Facilitate accessibility of the Crafts Council Collections including Primary, Handling, Archive, Oral Histories and Library. Leading on both online accessibility via Collections Online and ensuring the collection is available to its audiences physically
• Ensure maximum impact from National Lottery Heritage Funded project 'Craft for the People' Is achieved, ensuring crafts council collection is available to a wider amount of people and is more resilient
• Oversee management of upcoming loans, arranging object transportation, entry and exit processes, loan agreements, mounting and conservation, where needed
• Lead on loans marketing and collections income generation projects
• Oversee collection management projects, including acquisitions, auditing, condition checking, improving packing, image and copyright licensing, object photography, location and movement control. Recording Information on Crafts Council's CMS Museum Index +
• Review and improve collections storage processes, embed collections trust benchmarks in security, building management system for temperature and humidity control, pest and disaster management
• Contribute to implementing cost-effective and environmentally sustainable working practices for exhibitions and collection maintenance
• Ensuring that we are recording the impact of our programming by recording data and KPI's. Integrating our customer relationship management system Salesforce.

Please see our Job description for further details.

Salary
£31,500 gross per annum based on part-time working 32.65 hours / 4.5 days per week

(£35,000 gross per annum based on full-time working)

Contract and Hours
Permanent, 32.65 hours / 0.9 / 4.5 days per week

A typical working day is 9.15-5.30pm, including a lunch break (unpaid). With some remote work, a minimum of three days per week are to be worked at Crafts Council office and gallery.

To commence as soon as possible from July 2025 onwards.

Crafts Council aims to support flexible working and part time arrangements where it is appropriate for the role.

Deadline: 12 noon Wednesday 18th June 2025

Interviews: From week commencing Monday 30th June 2025

You will lead all aspects of charity financial and resource management for two separate but closely connected charities, the Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK (ACCT UK) and the Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA), which are supported by a single head office team. We are looking for someone to bring enthusiasm, personal credibility, discretion and sensitivity. You will be ultimately responsible for Finance and Resource Management within the charities.
You will work directly with the trustees of both charities and the wider Senior Leadership Team (SLT) which comprises of the Director of Development, the Deputy Chief Executive (DCE) (Director of HR and Programmes), and the Chief Executive. You will have primary responsibility for ensuring that the charities meet their statutory obligations, that financial functions are well ordered and support the work of the charities.
Managing and leading a small and diverse team through high pressure periods including month end, year-end and annual budgeting, you require high emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills. You will work closely with staff at all levels, often having to mentor the charities’ managers to help them plan and manage their own budgets.
Your financial responsibilities are substantial as you will have overall control and responsibility for all financial matters. You will be thinking both strategically and seeing the big picture, whilst also analysing figures in detail to ensure that the financial management of both charities are sound. In periods of change and growth, it is critical that you are effective in coordinating corporate finance (funding sources, non-profit capital structuring and investment decisions) and managing charity policies regarding capital requirements to deliver against each charity’s objects and plans, taxation, equity and investments as appropriate.

Resurgo’s mission is to inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change through our expertise in coaching, impact management and programme delivery. We’re a bold and innovative organisation with the ambition to transform society.
 

We’re looking for a relational person with good emotional intelligence and communication skills, driven and care about high standards of work. With a background in fundraising or external stakeholder relations/partnerships management, you will join our established team to build new relationships, increasing our Mid-level and Major donors. 

The important stuff 

Salary: from £35,000 dependent on experience

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 9.30am - 5.30pm with occasional evening work for events such as our Spear Celebrations

Location: Hammersmith, London. Core team office days are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday with flexibility on other weekdays

Closing date: Monday 2nd June 

Interviews: First interviews will be held in-person on Thursday 19th June. Final interviews will be held online Wednesday 25th June. 

Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays
• Excellent personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme (worth £3,000)
• Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential)
• Excellent Health Insurance plan, including gym discounts and other perks

Person Specification 

• An active Christian, passionate about personally representing the values and beliefs of Resurgo, and our mission to equip and support young people facing barriers to employment to enter work.
• Outstanding people skills; experience of relationship management within philanthropy, or a business development or client account management role.
• Strong written and verbal communicator including effective influencing and negotiation skills.
• Experience of developing and delivering operational plans to meet targets including running and hosting large and small events.
• Proven success of generating income, meeting targets or securing new business is desirable.
• An interest in research and data on the wider landscape that impacts young people facing barriers to employment.

Key Responsibilities

Relationship Management

• Develop and manage relationships with Resurgo’s major donors, asking for financial support at the right time.
• Create bespoke stewardship plans for existing major donors and new prospects, including in-person meetings, written updates and reports.
• Help to develop mid-level giving by creating stewardship plans and tailored written communication.

Business Development

• Develop and implement the business development, attending networking 
  events, asking for introductions and being confident using LinkedIn to 
  look for new opportunities, identifying, researching and contacting 
  potential supporters.
• Work with the corporate teams to cross-promote opportunities; identify and 
  further engage potential high-level donors within businesses and vice versa. 

Events

• Assist with the planning and delivery of a variety of fundraising events, 
  working closely with the impact, communications and finance teams to 
  generate strong results.
• Help to develop and deliver new strategic events to further engage 
  major and mid-level donors with Resurgo’s work.

Financial Management

• Help to monitor the major donor pipeline, regularly reporting on income and progress against targets and help with financial management using a CRM (Salesforce).

Active Participation in the Philanthropy and Wider Resurgo Mission

‘To Inspire and equip organisations to bring about ambitious and sustainable social change through our expertise in coaching, impact management and programme delivery.’

• Help build and develop Resurgo’s ethos and Christian life as a team member
• Lead and contribute to regular team prayer meetings as an integral part of Resurgo’s operation and for the success of its mission

Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process.

Data and Digital Systems Manager

Impetus

£48,412 per annum plus benefits

Permanent

Full time (37.5 hours per week), part time considered

Flexible hours

Hybrid - 2 days/week in the Charing Cross office, Central London

Impetus is somewhere you can feel included and have the chance to thrive! The collaborative and supportive team is searching for a new Data and Digital Systems Manager to work across all teams and be responsible for how all data is monitored and used throughout the organisation.

Please feel free to be yourself and get in touch, even if you're not sure at first. We welcome interest from anyone with the relevant skills and the diverse team at Impetus will ensure you are set up for success from day 1! Reasonable adjustments to help you work are welcome!

Values are important to the team and you will form a very important connection between the various functions. You will need to enjoy sharing and helping others understand data and technology. You'll need to adhere to the following values.

Evidence led and results driven for young people

We pursue excellence for the young people we work with, are wholly committed to

better outcomes, unapologetically results driven, and accountable for our actions.

High trust, high challenge

We invest the time, kindness, integrity and honesty needed to build and sustain long term

relationships. We focus on developing high trust, to allow for high challenge,

helping our colleagues, partners and supporters to be our very best selves in pursuit of

our mission.

Diversity enables us to thrive

We seek to embed diversity of thought, background and experience in every aspect

of our work. We are open, thoughtful and proactive in better understanding and

challenging our assumptions to better deliver the change we seek.

Brave and open

We are brave and open; exploring new solutions to long-term problems, asking difficult

questions well; learning from mistakes and challenging the status quo when needed.

Collaboration always

We will not succeed alone. We seek meaningful, productive partnership with others to

achieve our mission and drive systems change for young people.

We are looking for someone who has;

• Advanced knowledge of, and significant experience with, Salesforce development in a professional context

• Experience around ensuring compliance with GDPR and cybersecurity frameworks

• PowerBI or similar visualisation tools

• Significant experience of collaborating closely with varied non-technical stakeholders to determine requirements, evaluate solutions, and plan development

• Excellent team player, willing to work flexibly and collaboratively to respond to changing organisational needs/priorities

• Excellent written and oral communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a range of formats to a range of audiences, including training non technical colleagues

• Strong project management skills

• Ability to work independently and use initiative to manage a busy and varied workload

• A commitment to Impetus’ mission

• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

As the role develops, you may be required to use some of the below so any experience would be useful;

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The Volunteer Engagement Manager forms an integral part of our Retail management team, working closely with our shop management and HR teams. They will be responsible for recruiting, organising and coordinating the charity’s volunteers and our volunteer programme – working with our shop managers to develop their skills to drive recruitment, improve retention, and ensure we have the right number of volunteers in the right locations to support our work.

Responsible to

Retail Development Manager

Direct reports

None, although this may change as the role evolves

Working hours and contract

35 hours, working five days per week, across a flexible seven-day rota

Salary

£28,000 - £32,000 (depends on experience), plus travel expenses

Location

Four days per week in our shops, and one day at our Head Office, Mansell street, Aldgate East

Role Responsibilities

Deliver recruitment targets by shop to ensure we have sufficient volunteers and volunteer hours to support our financial objectives

Support the onboarding of our volunteers for various retail roles

Engage our volunteer team with Fight for Sight’s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution

Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent communication at team and individual level

Attend in-person recruitment events to engage with our volunteering communities.

Work alongside our Retail HR lead to schedule and deliver online training sessions, to ensure volunteers are well-prepared and confident in their roles

Work closely with the shop managers to grow relationships with volunteers and to demonstrate outcomes and the value and impact of volunteering activities.

Support our shop managers to maintain accurate records of volunteer activities and hours, ensuring compliance with all legal and organisational requirements.

Person specification

Desirable skills, knowledge & experience

· Track record in successful charity shop volunteer recruitment and retention

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with volunteers, retail staff, and other stakeholders

· Passionate about the benefits of volunteering to both volunteers and organisations, and an understanding of the challenges involved in volunteer management

· Experience of working with and managing a regional volunteer network

· Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

· Experience with volunteer management software and recruitment sites (desirable).

Personal qualities

· An understanding of and commitment to the sight loss community.

· Strong communication skills and presentation style.

· Flexibility and a practical, can-do attitude.

· Highly motivated and able to juggle a varied workload.

· Personable, with excellent listening skills.

· Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

· Growth mindset

Flexibility

The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as we grow. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

Employee benefits

We value our staff and volunteers and want to make sure that they are supported in their work. Other benefits we also offer are:

· A great team and a supportive culture

· Employer pension contributions matching up to 10%, and death in service cover

· Generous parental leave

· Flexible/hybrid working options

· Apprenticeships scheme, study leave and financial support for training & development

· Cycle to work scheme, eye test vouchers, and a staff loan scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Program

· An active Social Committee and staff events

Application & Interview process

See above (page 2) for How to Apply. Please note that we value the authenticity and individuality of our applicants and believe that your CV and cover letter should reflect your unique skills, experiences, and personality. Therefore, please refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, to produce your application materials. Applications drafted with the assistance of AI will be automatically rejected.

Successfully shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview online via Teams.

Accessibility

We believe in fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of their abilities or circumstances, feel supported and valued. If you have any accessibility requirements or specific needs that you would like us to accommodate during the application process, please let us know. If you are unfamiliar with MS Teams and would like to familiarise yourself with the platform before the interview, we are more than happy to arrange a tech run-through to ensure your comfort and confidence.

Equal opportunities, diversity & inclusion

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Fight for Sight we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that we have.

We have an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, including any adjustments required to support people from diverse community groups.

The Freedom Fund

The Freedom Fund is a global non-profit dedicated to ending modern slavery. Since 2014, we’ve invested over $100 million into frontline organisations and coalitions, helping to shift power to local actors and create lasting systems change. Our new strategy doubles down on this commitment, investing in anti-slavery movements, fostering collaboration, and working as a trusted partner to the incredible people and organisations driving this work forward. 

Partnerships and Events Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding events and donor experience professional to join a highly-effective global team, increasing the effectiveness and impact of a nonprofit working to improve the lives of millions of the most vulnerable people around the world.

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Partnerships, the Events Manager is a member of the partnerships team, in the external relations directorate. This role must be based in the London office but supports the work of all our global teams, most frequently the external relations team situated across London and New York.

The post-holder will be primarily responsible for the planning, creation, production and delivery of all of the Freedom Fund’s global external events, and will provide management, support and coordination for internal events. The events will range from small dinners, receptions and panel events, through to larger-scale annual events, such as staff retreats, Board hotspot visits, fundraising events and international convenings/conferences of varying scale and size. This is a vital role within our team – building upon and maintaining the Freedom Fund’s global reputation and brand, and ensuring our donors and key stakeholders enjoy exceptional experiences which deepen their understanding of our work and strengthen their relationships with us.

Interview process: 2 stage interview process: week commencing 16th June 2025

Please see the job description for all details.

Position Title:      Charity Manager 

Location:            Remote work (mainly based in London with some travel across UK) 

Reports To:          Board of Trustees 

Salary:                 £42,000 

Contract:            Three years with possibility of renewal

Hours:                  35 hours per week (may include evenings and weekends). 

Benefits:             30 days annual leave (includes bank holidays and 2 days for Eid). 

Role Overview: 

As Charity Manager, you'll lead and guide All Ways Network (AWN) to achieve its charitable goals. This role involves working closely with the Board of Trustees to drive the charity’s strategic plans, manage operations, and build strong relationships with stakeholders. You'll play a pivotal part in scaling the organisation and overseeing its day-to-day functions, while fostering a supportive and productive environment for staff. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Leadership & Operations: 

• Oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth running of all charity functions. 

• Manage and lead a growing team, providing support and guidance. 

• Lead recruitment, staff development, and HR management in collaboration with the Board. 

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and manage organisational risks. 

• Develop and monitor operational systems to track progress and outcomes of key initiatives. 

• Foster a positive and growth-oriented work environment, helping staff realise their potential. 

Board Collaboration & Strategic Planning: 

• Work closely with the Board to implement AWN’s strategic and operational plans. 

• Assist with budget management, resource allocation, fundraising, and grant management. 

• Take charge of the Annual Report and related documentation, ensuring compliance with Charity Commission requirements. 

• Support the Board in maintaining effective governance, including updating key policy documents (e.g. risk register). 

External Representation & Stakeholder Engagement: 

• Represent AWN at stakeholder and partnership meetings, building and maintaining key relationships aligned with strategic goals. 

• Support the team in managing partnerships and providing strategic advice on project delivery. 

• Attend relevant events outside office hours and weekends when necessary. 

Other: 

• Undertake additional duties as required in line with the role and organisational changes. 

Person Specification: 

Essential: 

• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Independent worker who takes initiative and manages tasks efficiently. 

• Proven experience in operations management, with a track record of improving processes and productivity. 

• Familiarity with charity legislation, guidelines, and best practices. 

• Experience in building relationships with internal and external stakeholders. 

• Confidence in public speaking and representing AWN at external events. 

• Ability to support staff development and align team goals with AWN’s strategic vision. 

• Flexible and open to role development. 

• Strategic thinking, with clear communication of AWN’s vision. 

• Experience in managing remote teams effectively. 

• Knowledge of the Muslim community and their needs in the UK. 

• Understanding of the not-for-profit sector, particularly Muslim-led charities. 

• Background in the charity sector, particularly in operations management. 

• Experience with grant making, funding, and resource allocation. 

• Knowledge of GDPR, data protection, and the regulatory landscape for charities. 

Deadline to submit application - Sunday 15th June 2025 at 23:30

Please note, interviews will be held on w/c 30th June 2024. Successful candidates will be informed of dates.

Due to the volume of applications received, we regret that we are unable to contact applicants unless you are shortlisted for an interview. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the application deadline, you should assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Due to capacity constraints, we are unable to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications unless you are shortlisted. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. 

WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Take on a pivotal leadership role as Director of People, where you'll be at the forefront of shaping strategic priorities and cultivating a culture defined by innovation, collaboration and excellence. In this influential position, you'll be part of the executive team to craft and execute transformative people strategies that span the entire employee lifecycle; from talent acquisition and development to recognition, performance and employee engagement.

Our mission is simple: to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. We see Harris Federation as a system disrupter – whose purpose is to make life fairer for children in and around London. Our focus is to take on the most challenging schools and turn them into exceptional places of learning where everyone – staff and students – thrives.

This is a rare opportunity to leave a lasting imprint on a high-performing, purpose-driven organisation. Join a passionate, forward thinking people team committed to positioning Harris Federation as an employer of choice within the education sector. We're seeking a visionary leader to champion this exciting transformation and help drive our collective success.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Director of People is part of the executive team at Harris Federation, leading the organisation to deliver the strategic priorities and foster an environment of innovation, collaboration and excellence.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and leading the implementation of the people strategies and supporting policies, frameworks, and processes, consistent with the firm’s strategic priorities and values.
• Lead organisational design and change initiatives, ensuring people are at the centre, and act as custodian of the organisation’s cultural evolution
• Create and maintain a strong employee value proposition, including reward strategies, recognition and holistic wellbeing initiatives, ensuring Harris Federation becomes an employer of choice
• Engender a continuous improvement ethos within the HR team, encouraging innovative thinking and a future-focused mentality

A full list of responsibilities can be found in the Job Pack.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Demonstrable experience in senior HR leadership roles, overseeing people strategy and leading a team of HR professionals
• Proven ability to think strategically to create strategies combined with a strong understanding of how to align strategy to operational excellence and commercial reality
• Extensive experience in shaping and leading organisational change initiatives, including experience in managing TUPE and union engagement
• Demonstrable success in designing and implementing leadership development and talent programmes
• Strong understanding of UK employment law, with experience of navigating complex employee relations situations

For a full person specification please download the Job Pack.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Elliott, Talent Acquisition Partner, via email to arrange a conversation.

Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.

When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.

A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received.

OUR VISION & VALUES

Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.

We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
• Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans

For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

Job Title – Finance Assistant

Department – Finance and Resources

Salary - £27,000 per annum full time equivalent (FTE)

Contract Type – Permanent (Part time), 2 - 3 days/week (15 - 22.5 hours)

Benefits - 8% non-contributary pension, private medical healthcare, life insurance, 25 days FTE annual leave (with additional non-contractual time at Christmas when the office is closed), season ticket loan scheme

Location – London Office, 5th Floor, Holborn Tower, 137-144 High Holborn, London WC1V 6PL

Reporting to – Finance Manager

1. About Chance to Shine

We are Chance to Shine: a children’s charity dedicated to harnessing the power of cricket to transform the life prospects of young people in the UK.

It is our mission that all young people have the opportunity to play, learn and develop through cricket. We want them to learn a love of the game and to find a sense of belonging through the sport, developing their wider wellbeing and life skills to help fulfil their potential.

Established in 2005, we have a long-term track record of delivery in state schools and under-served communities, bringing best-in-class cricket programmes to young people aged 5 to 24 who might not otherwise have the opportunity to play. All our programmes are completely free for everyone involved, from schools and community groups to young people and their families.

2. Purpose of the Role

The core purpose of Finance Assistant’s role is to support the Finance and Resources team at Chance to Shine. The Finance and Resources team provide day to day support to all departments in the charity and trading subsidiary, Chance to Shine Enterprises Ltd, around finance, office, HR and general administration. The role is based at our London office with some working from home allowed.

3. Key Responsibilities

The Finance Assistant’s responsibilities include:

Finance

· Recording and analysing income and expenditure and posting transactions onto SAGE 50 Accounts

· Banking cash and cheques received

• Raising invoices and monitoring debtors
• Administering invoice approval and payment processes

· Operating expense claim procedures and payments

· Liaising with Fundraising team to reconcile income received with Raisers Edge

· Support delivery partner expenditure review process

· Support Finance & Resources department as required with ad hoc administrative support

General support

· To help monitor the finance inbox and respond to general enquiries.

· To help out, as required at Chance to Shine events, such as fundraisers, media events and Chance to Shine competitions.

4. Key relationships

The job holder will liaise with:

· Chief Executive and the CTS senior management team

· External contractors and suppliers

· Operations, Fundraising, Communications & Digital and Impact & Evaluation teams

5. Skills, knowledge & personal competencies

The job holder should be able to demonstrate the following:

• Excellent IT skills: MS Office 365; Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• Able to plan and prioritise and work under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work on own initiative; confident/self-starter/finisher
• An effective and enthusiastic team player
• Approachable, easy-going and helpful team member
• Willingness to learn with a can do attitude
• Enthusiasm to embrace Chance to Shine values: Inspiring, ambitious, trusted, inclusive and fun

6. Experience & qualifications

Essential:

• Office experience in a similar sized organisation
• Experience of SAGE 50 Accounts or similar accounting system or a willingness and aptitude to learn
• AAT or similar level accounting qualification (or studying towards) or a strong desire to study accounting as a vocation

Desirable:

• Experience in a finance support role

• Familiarity with CRM contact databases (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce or similar)