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Location: Hybrid: home-based with weekly attendance at the London office, plus additional days as required for meetings, board meetings or events

Salary: £35,200 per annum rising to £38,100 after 1 year of service

Responsible to: CEO

Contract type: Full Time (37 hours per week), Permanent

Closing date: 18th September, Midday

Who we are

Futures for All (formerly Speakers for Schools) is a UK charity founded in 2010 to tackle educational and social mobility inequality, connecting state-educated young people with inspirational speakers and high-quality work experience. Since its founding, the charity has supported almost two million young people, working with a national network of schools, colleges and employer partners to level the playing field for young people who are educated in the state sector, with those that attend the best fee-paying schools. Having grown from its original speaker programme into a broader work experience offer, the charity is now the largest provider of work experience in the UK, with ambitious plans to ensure all young people have access to the workplace, whilst at school.

Role Summary

This is a genuine opportunity to contribute first-hand to the strategic running of a national charity, with close visibility of how the organisation is led and governed. You will be trusted with sensitive information, exposed to strategic decision-making, and given the chance to shape how the CEO's office and the wider senior leadership team (SLT) operate day to day.

Beyond the traditional diary, travel and correspondence duties, you will play an active part in the mechanics of governance and decision-making- supporting board meetings, tracking actions to completion, and ensuring that what lands on the CEO's desk is accurate, well-presented and ready to act on. You will also work closely with the newly appointed Project Management Office (PMO) Lead, helping ensure that updates on risks, issues and KPI tracking reach the CEO promptly and in a digestible form, so that the CEO's time and attention are focused where they are needed most. It is an ideal role for an experienced EA or Personal Assistant who wants more ownership, more variety, and closer involvement in the strategic life of an organisation than a traditional support role typically offers.

This role offers direct exposure to the strategic and governance rhythm of the organisation- from board papers to senior stakeholder meetings- for someone who wants their EA experience to build towards broader organisational and governance expertise.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

Supporting the CEO:

• Proactively manage the CEO's diary, resolving clashes and prioritising competing demands on their time in line with organisational priorities.
• Act as a first point of contact for the CEO, screening and triaging correspondence, calls and requests, and responding or redirecting where appropriate.
• Build strong working relationships with the CEO's key internal and external contacts, acting as a trusted and professional representative of their office.

Diary, Travel & Logistics:

• Coordinate complex diaries across multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, including scheduling and rearranging meetings at short notice.
• Book and manage travel, accommodation and venues, including researching options, managing costs, and having contingency plans in place.
• Prepare itineraries and briefing packs ahead of trips, meetings and events, ensuring the CEO is fully prepared.
• Process expenses and invoices relating to the CEO's activity in line with company policy.

Meetings, Minutes & Action Tracking:

• Attend meetings chaired by or involving the CEO to take accurate, concise minutes and notes, distinguishing decisions from discussion.
• Maintain a live action log across meetings, proactively chasing owners and reporting progress back to the CEO so nothing is missed.
• Organise logistics for meetings and away days, including rooms, catering, materials and technology.
• Work closely with the Project Management Office (PMO) Lead to ensure that risk, issue and KPI updates are routed to the CEO promptly and in a clear, digestible format, helping the CEO focus attention where it is most needed.
• Liaise with the PMO Lead on scheduling and papers for any meetings that bring project or programme updates to the CEO, ensuring consistency with the wider action and decision tracking maintained for the CEO's office.

Board & Governance Support:

• Support the coordination of board and committee meetings, including scheduling, collating and distributing papers to agreed deadlines.
• Take and produce minutes for board and committee meetings, working closely with the CEO (and Chair/Company Secretary, where applicable) on accuracy and follow-up.
• Maintain a board actions and decisions tracker, and support the CEO in preparing for board cycles.
• Maintain confidentiality and good document control over board papers, minutes and related governance records.

Document & Presentation Production:

• Produce first drafts of documents, reports, briefings and PowerPoint presentations for the CEO to review, amend and finalise.
• Format and polish documents and slide decks to a professional, consistent, on-brand standard.
• Review documents and correspondence prepared by others before they reach the CEO, checking for accuracy, clarity, tone and fitness for purpose, and flagging any concerns.

Support to the Senior Leadership Team:

• Provide reasonable and proportionate admin support to other members of the SLT, prioritised in agreement with the CEO.
• Minute meetings with senior internal and external stakeholders on behalf of SLT members, as required.
• Assist with occasional diary, travel or document support for the SLT where this does not conflict with the needs of the CEO.

Office & General:

• Maintain efficient filing, contact and information systems for the CEO's office.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and sound judgement at all times.
• Undertake other duties reasonably commensurate with the role, as required by the CEO.

Skills / Experience / Knowledge:

Essential:

• Significant experience as an EA, PA or senior administrator supporting a CEO, director or other senior executive.
• Experience taking minutes and tracking actions for senior-level or board/committee meetings.
• Excellent written English, with the ability to draft clear, well-structured documents, correspondence and presentations.
• Expert in using common business software/ applications such as Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities under time pressure.
• Sound judgement and discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, comfortable using initiative rather than waiting to be asked.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the confidence and professionalism to liaise with senior stakeholders, board members and external contacts.
• Flexibility to travel to, and work from, the London office on a regular (weekly) basis, with occasional flexibility around hours for travel, events or board meetings.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting board or governance processes (e.g. in a charity, membership body, or regulated organisation).
• A relevant qualification (e.g. in business administration or executive PA practice), though experience will be weighted more heavily than formal qualification.
• Confident and effective use of AI tools (e.g. Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude) to support drafting, summarising and formatting work- for example, producing first-draft documents, presentations or minutes for review, while applying good judgement on accuracy, confidentiality and when human review and rewriting is needed.
• Experience providing ad hoc support across a wider senior team, not just a single executive.

Behaviours and Style:

• Calm and unflappable under pressure, with good humour and resilience.
• Trustworthy and discreet, with a strong sense of confidentiality.
• A genuine interest in the wider organisation and how it operates, not just the transactional tasks of the role.
• Collaborative- happy to support colleagues across the SLT while keeping the CEO's priorities front and centre.

Diversity at our core

Futures For All is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and encouraging equality and diversity among our workforces. We acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to us.

The Application Process:

Please apply as soon as possible by clicking the 'apply for this job' button in the top right-hand corner of the job advert. Once clicked, you will be asked to complete your application by submitting your CV and a cover letter. The cover letter is an opportunity for you to share the skills and knowledge you have to be successful in this role. Appointees are subject to a DBS check. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.

The deadline to submit your application is the 18th September 2026, Midday.

Futures For All is committed to safeguarding the young people we work with and expects all staff members to share this commitment. Appointees are subject to a DBS check. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. You are also required to have the Right to Work in the UK for this role.

Annual Leave

Staff receive 25 days annual leave, increasing incrementally after 2, 3 and 5 years of service to a maximum of 28 days. This is in addition to bank holidays and gifted leave between Christmas and New Year.

Futures For All Values

PASSION: We are committed to levelling the playing field for young people across the UK, creating social mobility and tackling disadvantages.

AGILITY: We challenge our ideas of what is possible in order to better meet the needs of those we support. We are human, make mistakes, learn, evolve and adapt.

INTEGRITY: We act with empathy and bring our authentic selves to work every day. We value and respect the talent, time and intentions of those we work with.

COLLABORATION: We are one team with one mission and only by working together can we deliver better outcomes for young people. We support each other unconditionally and feel motivation in shared success as well as individual progress.

DIVERSITY:  We know it takes people with different ideas, strengths, identities, interests, and cultural backgrounds to make our organisation succeed. We encourage constructive debate and critical friendship.

Safeguarding sits at the heart of life at The Perse School. We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our senior team as Assistant Head (Safeguarding), taking strategic responsibility for safeguarding and child protection across our 3 Cambridge schools and serving as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the Upper School.

This is a significant leadership opportunity for an experienced safeguarding professional who can combine expertise, sound judgement and compassion to ensure every pupil feels safe, supported and able to flourish. The successful candidate will lead safeguarding strategy and practice, oversee complex child protection matters, provide guidance and training to colleagues, and work closely with pupils, families, staff, governors and external agencies.

We welcome applications from experienced teachers, educational leaders and safeguarding professionals from related sectors. While experience in education is highly desirable, we are equally interested in candidates who have developed substantial safeguarding expertise through social care, local authority safeguarding services, the LADO function or other child protection settings.

The Perse enjoys a prestigious reputation and values a mixed approach to teaching and learning. We aim to respect tradition and innovation, industry and fun, and academic and personal growth. All teachers and pupils are required to demonstrate all-round excellence and contribute to the academic, pastoral and extra-curricular life of the school. 

At The Perse School, we value the well-being of all staff and offer a supportive environment that balances professional ambitions with personal growth, opportunity and work-life balance.

Further details including how to apply can be obtained from our website: Work with us - The Perse School Cambridge

Closing date: Friday 18th September at 9.00am. Interviews will be a two stage process; preliminary online on Wednesday 23rd September followed by in person for successful candidates in the week commencing 28th September.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School recognises that an important element in safeguarding our pupils is a robust recruitment process that incorporates measures to deter, reject or identify people who might abuse children, or who are otherwise unsuited to work with them. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations).All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity.  This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.

The Operations Assistant provides the coordination, administration and organisational support that enables New Wine's Operations Team to flourish. 

Working closely with the Head of Operations, this role supports the smooth running of the charity by coordinating recruitment administration, governance processes, office operations, compliance records, events and organisational systems. 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who enjoys organising people and projects, improving processes and making things happen behind the scenes. You'll gain experience across HR, safeguarding, governance, operational planning and charity management while helping create the infrastructure that enables local churches to change nations. 
 

Roles and Responsibilities 

1. Operational Administration 

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Operations Team.

• Coordinate operational workflows, ensuring tasks and priorities are delivered efficiently.

• Maintain operational documentation and filing systems.

• Support the implementation of new operational processes and improvements.

• Maintain shared operational trackers and action plans. 

2. People and HR Administration 

• Coordinate recruitment administration, including arranging interviews and communicating with candidates.

• Prepare contracts, offer letters and onboarding documentation.

• Complete safer recruitment checks including references, DBS applications and Right to Work documentation.

• Coordinate new starter and leaver processes.

• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.

• Support staff training records and mandatory compliance tracking.

3. Governance and Board Support 

• Coordinate Board, Trustee and Committee meetings.

• Prepare meeting packs and distribute papers.

• Take minutes and maintain action logs.

• Maintain governance registers and organisational records.

• Support the annual governance calendar and policy review programme.

4. Policies and Compliance 

• Maintain New Wine's policy library, ensuring documents remain current and version controlled.

• Coordinate annual policy review schedules.

• Maintain compliance trackers for Health & Safety, GDPR, safeguarding and organisational requirements.

• Support the administration of insurance renewals and operational documentation.

5. Office and Operational Systems 

• Coordinate the day-to-day running of the office.

• Manage office supplies and equipment.

• Coordinate new starter IT equipment and software access.

• Liaise with office, facilities and IT suppliers regarding day-to-day operational matters.

6. Meetings and Internal Coordination 

• Manage meeting bookings, room reservations and logistics.

• Coordinate agendas and supporting documentation.

• Maintain operational calendars.

7. Events and Logistics 

• Support operational planning for the Summer Festival, Leadership Conference and other events.

• Coordinate logistics for staff team including catering, accommodation and travel.

• Prepare operational documentation and event packs.

• Support the Site Command Team through administrative coordination.

8. Operational Records 

• Maintain organisational register 

• Ensure records remain accurate, organised and up to date.

9. Team Contribution 

• Contribute positively to the wider Operations Team.

• Look for opportunities to improve systems and ways of working.

• Support colleagues across New Wine

• Participate in staff prayer days, team days and other gatherings.

• Model New Wine's values in all aspects of your work. 

The above list of job deliverables is open and partial, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. 
 

Person Specification 

Essential Skills & Experience 

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Confident using Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.

• Able to build positive working relationships across teams.

• High level of discretion when handling confidential information.

• Proactive with a willingness to learn and develop.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.

• Committed to the vision, values and Christian ethos of New Wine.

Desirable 

• Previous experience in an administrative, operational or customer-facing role.

• Experience working in a charity, church or events environment.

• Knowledge of HR administration, safeguarding or governance.

• Experience using Microsoft 365, SharePoint or CRM systems.

Role Particulars 

Working Pattern 

Full-time, including weekly (Tuesday) in-person team meetings in London. The rhythm is as follows: All-staff meetings on 1st and 3rd week of the month, and individual Operational team days on the 2nd and 4th week of the month. The nature of this role means that some travel and working away from home will be required, as agreed in advance. Specifically, the post holder must be available for the annual leadership conference and the New Wine summer festival. 

Places of Work 

This role is eligible for hybrid and flexible working, with a minimum of 1 day in the London office a week 

Supervision 

The post holder will receive regular supervision from the Head of Operations. 

This post is subject to an occupational requirement that the holder be a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. 

This job description is intended to summarise the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended to include all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or all capabilities that may be required now or in the future. New Wine reserves the right to revise the duties outlined in this job description at its discretion. 
 

Application process 

Key Dates 

The application deadline is 9:00am on Wednesday 9 September 2026. We reserve the right to close applications early if a suitable field of candidates is identified before the closing date. 

Shortlisted applicants will be notified by 5:00pm on Friday 11 September 2026 and invited to a first-stage online interview, which will take place on Friday 18 September 2026. 

Candidates successful at the first stage will then be invited to a second-stage interview at our London office. 

How to Apply 

Please email the following:

• A copy of your CV.

• A supporting statement (maximum one side of A4) answering the following questions:

1. Why would you like to work for New Wine?

1. Tell us about your Christian faith and how it shapes your life, work and sense of calling.

1. What relevant experience, skills and strengths would you bring to this role?

1. Why do you believe this role is the right next step for you?

As this role is subject to a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the post holder be a practising Christian (under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010), we ask all applicants to include a brief description of their Christian faith as part of their supporting statement. 

The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager is a new role for The Christie Charity (Charity) and a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to work for a fast moving, growing organisation. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take ownership in the finance team for day-to-day transactional processing for The Christie Charity group. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop an understanding of charity and commercial finance. You will play a key role in supporting robust financial controls across the Charity group.

This is a hands-on role with responsibility for coordinating and overseeing day-to-day transactional activity undertaken by the Finance Officers, including purchase-to-pay, supplier payments, accounts receivable, banking, income reconciliation, corporate credit cards and other routine financial processes. The postholder will ensure work is completed accurately and within required timescales, review key reconciliations and outstanding items, and provide support and guidance to the Finance Officers where issues arise. They will remain actively involved in transactional processing where required, particularly in relation to more complex matters, periods of high workload and the transition of activities into the Charity.

The postholder will act as the first point of escalation for transactional matters which cannot be readily resolved by the Finance Officers and as a key point of contact for routine finance queries from external third parties. They will work closely with colleagues across the Charity to ensure financial processes operate effectively while maintaining appropriate controls and segregation of duties.

The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager will be an important day-to-day user of the Charity's finance and purchase-to-pay systems and will take a lead operational role in ensuring these systems are used consistently and effectively. The postholder will support Finance Officers and wider Charity colleagues with system and process queries, monitor compliance with agreed financial procedures and identify recurring issues or opportunities to improve processes. Working with the Charity Financial Controller and Funds and Finance Business Partner, they will contribute to the continued development of efficient, proportionate and well-controlled financial processes across the Charity group.

Additional information

Upon joining The Christie Charity, day-to-day financial transaction processing will continue to be delivered by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust during the initial months of the role, therefore, the postholder will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with their finance team to ensure seamless operations and continuity across the Charity group.

These functions are anticipated to transfer to the Charity group with the postholder taking ownership of these responsibilities within the first 3 months in role. The postholder will be expected to work autonomously to ensure the smooth transition of activities to the Charity.

This post would suit an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, evolving environment, where responsibilities may shift in response to organisational priorities. The postholder must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The postholder will also provide support to the team on an ad-hoc basis as required.

The postholder will complete a shift approximately every four to six weeks at the Charity’s hub in Withington to support charitable activity at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.

Operations & Administration Manager Vacancy

Application Deadline: Friday 25th September 2026

Job Title: Operations & Administration Manager

Salary: £35,000 + (Dependent on Experience)

WLIC Ealing Masjid is seeking to appoint a highly organised, motivated and enthusiastic Operations & Administration Manager who will be responsible for the efficient day-to-day administration, operational coordination, services delivery, facilities oversight, guest reception and event support of the Centre.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an exceptional WLIC staff and management team, see attachedjob desciption. 

Only the applicants shortlisted will be notified. Any offer of employment will be subject to references, an enhanced DBS, qualifications, medical and other statutory checks being satisfactory.

Join the London District and become part of a collaborative, supportive team.

As our Operations Support Assistant, you will be a key member of the team, contributing to the many workstreams that support the life of Methodism across London. We are looking for an excellent organiser who can manage their own workload, support others and provide first-rate administrative assistance. You will also be confident using a range of IT applications. We value people who think independently, take initiative and work collaboratively - sharing ideas and helping to turn them into action. You will work closely with the existing Operations Support Assistant in a job-share like partnership, keeping in touch and sharing information to support one another. This part of the job-share partnership will focus on managing the District Chairs diaries, coordinating room bookings and leading support for the Justice and Mission Group. 

Why work with us?
You will enjoy a central office in Westminster, the flexibility to work remotely and the support of welcoming colleagues. We also offer flexible working arrangements, learning and development opportunities, competitive pay, a pension and generous annual leave. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion - and to creating a workplace where everyone can contribute and thrive.

Take a look at the job description to find out more. If the role sounds right for you, complete the application form. If you have any questions, please get in touch - we would be happy to hear from you.

St Dionis Church is looking for an exceptional Operations and Office Manager to oversee the practical, financial, and administrative life of our vibrant church community.

This is a pivotal role. You will work directly alongside the clergy and staff team to manage our beautiful facilities, streamline our systems (using ChurchSuite), and organise and make possible the functioning of the body of Christ at St Dionis.

From managing daily church infrastructure and overseeing finances, to acting as PCC Secretary and supporting our local charity partnerships (like Glassdoor and Crosslight), you will ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. 

We need a highly organised, systematic, rigorous, joyful and efficient team player who loves making things happen.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Education team in the Diocese of Chester in managing the DBE’s financial operations and overseeing its legal work and schools’ capital projects.

The Finance and Operations Officer is a key member of the Diocesan Education team, responsible for the financial management and operations of the company.   This also incorporates overseeing legal matters, liaising with the DBE’s lawyers, and working with our partner company on school capital projects.

The role offers hybrid working that includes working from Church House at Daresbury Park, Warrington (at least three days a week).  This is a full-time position, although part-time may be considered for the right candidate.

The job description, person specification and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website: please see website address in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button.

If you wish to have an informal conversation about this role, please contact Susan Kemp, PA to the Director of Education - contact details in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button.

Completed application forms should be returned by email - contact details in the attached documents or via the apply/redirect to recruiter button. 

Closing date: 16th September 2026

Interviews: 28th September 2026

About Us

The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.

We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year.

We are now looking for an Operations Manager, to join us on a full-time, 8-month fixed term contract, working 36 hours per week.

The Benefits

• Salary of £41,403 per annum, depending on experience
• 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays,
• Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Offices in a beautiful location

This is a terrific opportunity for a professional supervisor with experience in the leisure, hospitality or service industries to develop their career with our historic organisation.

You will work in some of London’s best loved and beautiful spaces, facilitating the enjoyment of others for the entirety of the season!

So, if you’re ready to elevate your expertise in the heart of London’s green haven, then apply today!

The Role

As an Operations Manager, you will lead the operational teams for the water-based leisure services in The Hyde Park Boat House, Serpentine Lido, The Regents Park Boating Lakes and The Greenwich Park Boating Lake.

Managing the delivery of an excellent customer journey and experience, you will ensure our activities are safe and efficient delivered in a positive environment that will leave a lasting impression on our visitors and team.

You will also oversee the customer booking process, ensuring efficiency and enjoyment and responding to service demands, escalating issues when necessary.

You will play a role in the recruiting, inducting and training our large seasonal team to a high standard.

Additionally, you will:

• Act as a key-holder, opening and closing venues
• Co-ordinate the efficient and effective deployment of the team
• Undertake front of house, operational assistant duties and lifeguarding supervision
• Ensure that the venues and equipment are clean and escalate any disrepair

About You

To be considered as an Operations Manager, you will need:

• Supervisory experience in the leisure, hospitality or service industries
• Experience of managing services with high volumes of customers
• The ability to provide effective management of people and resources
• The ability to build effective working relationships and foster collaboration

We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed so if you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch.

The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Operations Manager, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

Assistant Accountant – Operations & Control

Salary: £39,129.53 - £43,128.79

Location: National / predominantly remote working

MLC Partners is currently recruiting an Assistant Accountant – Operations & Control for a large, highly impactful organisation operating nationally across the UK.

This is a fantastic to develop a broad finance skillset offering exposure across several areas of finance, with responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting strong financial controls and helping ensure key finance processes operate effectively.

You'll gain hands-on exposure to multiple areas of financial control while working alongside experienced finance professionals within a collaborative, purpose-led organisation. The organisation is also committed to career development and progression, making this a strong opportunity for someone looking to continue developing their finance career.

The role is predominantly remote, with a national remit and connection to a regional business unit.

The Role

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will work closely with colleagues across Finance and the wider organisation, supporting a broad range of accounting and financial control activities. In this role, you will gain exposure to cashflow and treasury, balance sheet control, fixed assets, audit, VAT and tax, insurance, credit control and regulatory reporting.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Producing daily cash position reporting and supporting effective treasury and cashflow management.
• Completing bank reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.
• Supporting the preparation and maintenance of cashflow forecasts, including deposits and short-term investment balances.
• Supporting balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring balances are accurate, complete and appropriately evidenced.
• Assisting with fixed asset and lease accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, provisions and reconciliations.
• Maintaining accurate intercompany balances and resolving differences promptly.
• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end audit, including working papers, audit requests and statutory disclosures.
• Preparing and supporting the submission of quarterly VAT returns and assisting with wider tax compliance requirements.
• Providing support across credit control and income processes, including monitoring aged debt and helping resolve queries.
• Contributing to continuous improvements across finance processes, systems and controls.

About you:

We are looking for someone with previous experience working within a finance or accounting environment, ideally with exposure to reconciliations, cashflow, month-end, audit or other operational finance processes.

You may be AAT qualified, approaching the final stages of ACCA, CIMA or ACA, or have equivalent experience. A good understanding of VAT and tax compliance is essential, while knowledge of financial controls, accounting standards and balance sheet accounting would be advantageous.

You will need:

• Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in producing accurate, well-controlled work.
• Is confident reconciling and analysing financial information and investigating discrepancies.
• Can manage multiple priorities and work effectively to month-end and audit deadlines.
• Has strong organisational and planning skills.
• Can communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Is proactive, solutions-focused and keen to identify opportunities to improve processes and systems.

If you're an ambitious finance professional who enjoys variety, problem-solving and taking ownership of your work, we'd love to hear from you.

Please get in touch with Sam at MLC Partners for a confidential conversation.

Ecommerce & Trading Assistant

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Ecommerce & Trading Assistant to support our growing commercial retail operation. This is a varied and hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys working with products, systems, and people, and wants to help raise vital funds for Helen & Douglas House.

You’ll be involved in everything from sourcing new goods/bought in goods and preparing stock to coordinating with our logistics & shop teams and ensuring our online customers receive a smooth and positive shopping experience, on ecommerce platforms like eBay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Sourcing, Preparation & Listing
  • Assist in sourcing new goods
  • Prepare items for listing including photographing stock
  • Support with writing accurate and appealing product descriptions
• Stock Management
  • Accept and check deliveries of donated and new goods
  • Barcode and organise stock
  • Pick and pack items for dispatch

• Logistics & Coordination
  • Liaise with the logistics team to ensure timely dispatch and delivery
  • Help maintain accurate stock records and inventory systems
• Team Support
  • Work closely with our amazing commercial team to support our ecommerce operation and our portfolio of shops
  • Contribute ideas to improve efficiency and customer experience

Skills & Experience:

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Experience with ecommerce platforms – eBay and/or other resale platforms
• Experience of the circular economy/sustainable fashion/second hand market
• Experience in buying or visual merchandising, customer service experience
• Good written communication and basic photography skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for retail, charity work, and creative storytelling.

Ready to bring your skills to a role that matters? apply now

Job details:

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Location: Oxford (OX4 6JS) 
• Salary: £25,087 per annum
• Closing date: 11st September 2026 at 12 noon 

We reserve the right to close the advert at any time should we receive sufficient applications, therefore weencourageapplicants to apply as soon as possible. 

Please note that everyone working for Helen & Douglas House are required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Helen & Douglas House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and value the benefits of a diverse workforce. We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community.

Harris Hill is delighted to be partnering with a leading UK charity that works to increase the flow of philanthropic funding to charities, not-for-profits and social enterprises around the world. We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant & Board Administrator to join its growing and entrepreneurial team.

This is a varied opportunity for an experienced Executive Assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with senior stakeholders and has strong Board governance experience. Reporting to the Deputy CEO, you will provide comprehensive support to the CEO and Deputy CEO, while also playing a key role in the effective administration of the organisation’s Board and Committees. You will manage senior diaries, meetings and travel, prepare papers and presentations, handle confidential information and act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

You will also coordinate the full Board and Committee meeting cycle, including scheduling, meeting logistics and Board packs, attending meetings, producing accurate minutes and tracking actions through to completion. Alongside this, you will support Foundation Boards, shared inboxes, governance and compliance activity, and a range of executive projects.

We are looking for someone with significant experience in an Executive Assistant or similar role, ideally supporting C-suite executives. You will have proven experience preparing Board meeting minutes, excellent organisational and communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Discretion, emotional intelligence, resilience, sound judgement and the ability to work independently are essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation with a strong reputation in the philanthropy sector and play a central role supporting its executive and governance functions.

To apply, please submit your up-to-date CV by 11 September 2026 at 11:59 AM. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit a tailored cover letter after reviewing the full job description.

Please note that only applicants with an unrestricted right to work in the UK will be considered for this position.

Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Introduction

Holy Trinity Church Leicester (HTL Church) are looking for a coffee house assistant manager to support the development and growth of King’s Coffee House (KCH), set in the shared entrance of the HTL building.

Our vision is to be the first point of contact between the church and the city - providing excellent food and drink, with a friendly customer experience and serve the community.

Role Description

Working under the café manager, the assistant manager is responsible for developing and growing the ministry of King’s Coffee House, assisting the management of the daily operations and volunteer teams.

The assistant manager shares responsibility for recruiting, training, and motivating the volunteer team to provide excellent customer service and represent HTL Church well to the community.

Job Specification

• Manage day-to-day operations of the coffee house, including opening and closing.
• Recruit and train volunteers in drinks/food preparation, proper use of coffee and catering equipment, and customer service.
• Where needed, create rotas and communicate with volunteers, including building a volunteer community.
• Ensure all Food Hygiene and Health and Safety procedures are followed in the café areas (including cleaning of equipment, café area, and checking bathrooms).
• Ensure all cash register transactions are accurate and that cash is securely handled and recorded.
• Assist the manager with product development including reviewing and revising menus and pricing.
• Enable the team to deliver excellent customer service, building the confidence and enjoyment of the volunteers and their sense of team.
• Nurture friendly relationships with customers to increase loyalty and grow the reputation of the coffee house, and HTL Church.
• Assist the manager with design and execution of marketing and social media campaigns (supported by the HTL media team).

Person Specification

Essential

• Understanding of the requirements of successful coffee shop management.
• Experience of leading volunteers and ability to delegate.
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to manage a team.
• Personable and able to create a welcoming and friendly environment.
• Highly motivated, able to work on their own initiative, while serving the overall purpose of King’s Coffee House.
• Good administrative, maths, and IT skills.
• A problem solver with capacity for creative and strategic thinking.
• Reliable and trustworthy.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a coffee shop environment.
• Experience of working/volunteering in both a church and a secular setting.
• Additional Certification (training will be provided where this is missing)
o Food Hygiene level 3
o First Aid at Work
o Manual Handling
• Basic understanding of safeguarding and health and safety principles (training will be provided).

Further Information

This role holds a Genuine Occupational Requirement for an active and committed Christian faith under the 2010 Equality Act, Part 1, Schedule 9.

HTL Church is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. This post is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks.

Application Process

If you wish to apply for this role, please email a covering letter and a CV to Alan Schwarzenberger PCC Secretary by 1pm on Monday 14 September 2026. The letter should cover:

• Why you feel called to this position
• How you believe you fulfil the requirements of the person specification
• How you share the vision and values of HTL Church and King’s Coffee House

If shortlisted, you will receive an invitation to interview to be held in person on the morning of Monday 21 September 2026

Team: Retail

Location: Skipton Superstore (Opening November 2026), please note this is not a remote based role 

Work pattern: 14 hours per week to include each Monday 

Salary: Up to £9,345.68 per annum

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Retail Online Hub Assistant:

• The succesful candidate will be responsible for processing  and listing donations on the donated online hub  to maximize our donated online income stream

• You will work collaboratively with shop management and volunteers to deliver a robust operation and positive customer experience

About the Retail team:

• Our retail operation consists of over 80 charity shops

• Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece'. 

What we’re looking for in our Retail Online Hub Assistant:

• experience of listing and selling items on online platforms (Professional or personal).

• good IT skills and confident using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• ability to communicate effectively with employees written and verbal at all levels within and outside of the organisation.

• self-motivated with a flexible, positive, and resilient attitude.

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing

• and much more, which you can learn about

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 7th September 2026 

Virtual interview date:TBC 

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. anonymised application form

1. virtual interview

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please emailif you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.