Operation manager jobs

Role: People (HR) and Governance Coordinator

Location: The Royal Court Theatre, London

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: £32,643 (gross) per annum

The Royal Court Theatre has an exciting opportunity for someone to join People team as People and Governance Coordinator. 

This role is central to the internal operations of the Royal Court, providing high-quality coordination and administration that underpins how we support our staff, deliver effective governance, and maintain a positive workplace culture. The postholder will oversee key HR procedures, systems and records (including recruitment and payroll support), coordinate trustee and board activity, and ensure clear and consistent internal communications across all teams.

Alongside this core administration, the role offers an opportunity to develop as a trusted People Partner for our Front of House and Catering teams, providing first-line guidance on people matters and gaining insight into the internal management of a leading cultural charity. Handling a high volume of correspondence, processes, and confidential information, the post requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and discretion.

The successful candidate will:

• Have proven experience in an administrative role within a busy office environment (not necessarily arts-specific). 

• Have practical experience in HR and/or recruitment, ideally supporting onboarding, payroll processes and employee lifecycle documentation

• Have excellent written and verbal communication, with attention to detail and the ability to tailor communications for different audiences.

• Be able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, balancing competing priorities

Further details of the role can be found in the Job Description (link above). If you are interested in this role, please complete an application form through ‘Apply Here’ link below and by no later than 17th September 2025. Please address how you meet the criteria set out above within your application.

To note, your application can also be sent through in the form of a voice note, or PowerPoint presentation (no more than five slides). Should there be a more accessible format for your application to be received, please contact the recruitment inbox

If you have any questions about the role, please contact the recruitment inbox ahead of the closing date.

HEALTH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OFFICER (CANCER AWARENESS IN THE WORKPLACE)

Salary: Circa £31,000 per annum

Reports to: Programme Development & Operations Manager (Cancer Awareness in the Workplace)

Department: Policy, Information and Communications

Location: Stratford, London w/ high-flex (1 - 2 days per week in the office)

Employment type: Permanent

Working hours: 35 hours per week. We are open to compressed hours in this role.

Closing date: Sunday 26 October 2025, 23:55

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we we're looking for someone talented, someone who shares our vision, someone like you.

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Health Community Engagement Officer, in the Cancer Awareness in the Workplace (CAW) team. We need you to manage the day-to-day coordination, delivery and evaluation of cancer awareness activity for the CAW programme, specifically for Cancer Research UK's corporate partners.

What will I be doing?

• Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of activities associated with the CAW programme, as set-out by Programme Delivery Manager for CAW

• Managing the delivery and evaluation of partner activity (cancer awareness stands, talks and webinars) - including logistics, booking in nurses, managing all processes within health & safety guidelines for activity, and coordinating requests for health comms and designing them where necessary

• Building effective working relationships with key stakeholders, including corporate partner contacts, the Partnerships team, Health Information team, our team of nurses, and people with lived experience

• Creating, developing or reviewing CAW products (including webinars and talks), with support from the Programme Development and Operations Manager

• Sharing responsibility with the rest of the CAW team in maintaining and refining appropriate logs and tracking documents

• Responsible for reviewing and managing cancer awareness stand kits

• Supporting with evaluation of the wider CAW programme.

What skills are we looking for?

• Excellent organisation and time management skills, able to effectively prioritise tasks and work flexibly to meet deadlines

• Good interpersonal skills, with proven ability to build and maintain good working relationships with a range of internal colleagues and external stakeholders

• Sound analytical skills and ability to use data and insights to report impact and inform future planning

• Initiative, with the ability to work with colleagues to find new or better ways to do things and make appropriate changes where necessary

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Interest in health promotion and cancer, and in tackling health inequalities.

What will I gain?

Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive.

In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.

Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.

We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture.

Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team.

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively.

Salary: £95,000 – £105,000
Location: Hybrid, with two days per week in Central London
Contract: Permanent, full-time, flexible working

About the role

A pioneering, fast-growing charity with a strong record of delivering tangible impact is seeking a Director of Finance and Operations to join the Executive Team at a pivotal stage in its journey. This is a rare opportunity to join a values-driven organisation with financial strength, impressive year-on-year growth, and an ambitious agenda for the future.

Established for over 10 years, with strong reserves, income exceeding forecast, and ambition and vison for the future, you will join an Executive Team in reviewing and leading plans for continuous growth across an already impressive track record. As Director of Finance and Operations you will play a central role in shaping the organisation’s long-term financial strategy, strengthening governance and risk management, and ensuring the charity is equipped for sustainable growth.

Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, you will be responsible for the Finance, Governance, and Legal functions, combining strategic oversight with a hands-on approach where needed. This is a role that offers real scope to make a difference—both within the organisation and through the impact our work delivers externally.

Key duties are as follows:

• Lead the development of the organisation’s financial strategy, aligning with overall organisational goals.
• Provide strategic financial planning and forecasting to support decision-making, including a 5-year strategy and finance plan, annual budgets, and operations plans.
• Oversee and support delivery of day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.
• Oversee and continue development of appropriate financial systems, processes and policies, including contract management system.
• Develop with CEO and the Trustee Board strategies to diversify funding sources and enhance financial resilience.
• Oversee and support the preparation and presentation of financial reports to the Trustee Board, Audit and Risk Committee and other stakeholders, highlighting financial performance and risks.
• Lead the development and oversight of the organisation’s risk management framework, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated.
• Act as a key adviser to the Board of Trustees, Finance & Audit Committee, and senior leadership on financial governance and risk matters.
• Manage the Finance, Governance and Legal teams and associated strategic responsibilities for the charity

About you

• You will be a qualified accountant with significant senior-level finance experience
• Proven expertise in strategic financial planning and forecasting
• Experience of working with Boards and / or Committees
• A collaborative leadership style with proven staff management experience.
• Ability to be hands-on where required in the day-to-day running of the finance and operations teams
• A strong commitment to the mission and values of the charity sector.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary – £95,000 – £105,000 dependent on experience
• Hybrid working – 2 days per week in the office in central London (ad hoc additional time-in-office may be required commensurate with the needs of the role).
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Flexible working options available to support work-life balance
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme available
• The opportunity to be part of a committed, collaborative team working towards meaningful impact.

Timescales

Interviews will be held w/c 17th for first stage interviews and w/c 24th for second stage interviews.
Final meetings will be held in early December.

Hours: Full-time - 36hours per week

(Will also consider part-time - 28hours a week and flexible working requests)

Location: Fully remote with occasional travel within England

Role Summary

The Community Forest Trust (CFT) supports, enables and champions the work of England’s Community Forests, who are the leading woodland creation network in England. We provide a range of support services for the forests including finance functions, payroll and accountable body for funded projects.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Finance and Operations Officer to join our team. You will be responsible for maintaining financial transactions, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with the organisation’s financial policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in a finance role, competency with accounting software and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

You will also provide support to the CFT Managing Director and team, including diary management, booking travel and accommodation, supporting project delivery and arranging meetings and events. You will possess strong organisational skills, with a focus on providing exceptional assistance to ensure the smooth operation of our daily activities. This role requires the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Work

• Check, process and record payments in accordance with agreed procedures, administer invoices and expenses claims received, ensuring they are forwarded for authorisation in a timely manner, correctly coded and posted on the finance system
• Prepare purchase invoices, add to the payment spreadsheet ready for weekly payment run processing
• Run the Weekly Credit Control cycle, ensuring invoices are raised and sent on time and monitoring aged debtors, chasing late payments as required
• Reconcile the credit cards and bank account and ensure the financial system is up to date
• Support the Finance manager in month end procedures
• Draft monthly, quarterly and annual management accounts and finance reports
• Support the preparation of grant claims, ensuring that adequate records are kept
• Assist with year-end audits
• Assist with payroll processing
• Respond and deal with finance queries received internally and externally

Operations Support

• Provide support to the CFT Managing Director and team, including diary management, booking travel and accommodation, taking and drafting minutes
• Provide support for planning and arranging meetings including the CFT Board, Forest Network and with key stakeholders, including agreeing dates, organising venues and catering, distribution of agendas and supporting papers
• Support the Forest Network including arranging ‘all-hands’ briefings and the annual conference
• Ensure CFT’s contacts list is kept up to date
• Provide ad-hoc admin support for CFT projects and programmes
• Manage social media accounts ensuring relevant message sharing and posting to increase engagement
• Manage and respond to general enquiries including via the website, telephone and e-mail

Person Specification

Essential:

• English and Maths GCSE A-C or equivalent
• Proven experience in bookkeeping/similar finance role, including following policies and procedures, processing invoices, supporting the preparation of financial reports, financial reconciliation
• Good working knowledge of key accountancy software such as Quick Books or SAGE
• Administration experience, including providing support for colleagues, arranging meetings/events
• High level of numeracy and financial literacy, comfortable working with budgets and spreadsheets and be able to input data accurately
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Team worker, but also happy to work independently including self-managing remote working
• A ‘can-do’ attitude and uses their own initiative
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and meet tight deadlines
• Flexibility with the ability to adapt to the needs of the charity

Desirable:

• Qualification in finance or accounting e.g. AAT
• Experience of using social media in a work context
• Knowledge of social media channels including LinkedIn, Facebook etc and skilled in using them

Other Information

We pride ourselves on being a supportive and dynamic workplace. We aim to support our team enjoy their work and achieve a good work-life balance.

The organisation’s holiday entitlement is 25 days a year (full-time) plus public holidays. We also operate a flexi-time and TOIL system.

CFT has an auto-enrolment pension. Employer contribution to pension is up to 8% match of the employee contribution.

CFT employs around 50 staff based in the Forests but has a small core team of 4, which works remotely and there is no office base. We meet once a quarter in-person and this post will occasionally need to attend in-person meetings and events, including the annual conference.

There is a 6-month probation period.

Recruitment Timetable

Deadline for applications: 12noon Friday 24th October 2025

Interview date: Thursday 6th November 2025

Please submit your CV, with a covering letter that is no more than 2 sides, evidencing how you meet the person specification by the deadline above.

Please note, any CVs submitted without a cover letter will not be accepted.

Due to limited team capacity, if you have not heard back from us by Tuesday 28th October, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.

Thank you for your interest in working for the Community Forest Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

Lead Financial Excellence at a World-Renowned Institution.

The Courtauld is an internationally renowned university for art history, offering a range of degree programmes to appeal to art historians, conservators and curators. Our Gallery is set in the magnificent Somerset House, and is home to much loved masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet & Renoir to name a few. We have an income of £33m and employ approx. 300 staff. We are seeking a strategic, technically skilled, and forward-thinking Head of Financial Operations & Control to lead and enhance our finance function.

We have ambitious plans for growth with key priorities including expanding our student and visitor numbers, enhancing our estate, integrating data systems, and upgrading our IT and digital infrastructure.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Head of Financial Operations & Control is a pivotal senior leadership role, responsible for ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all financial records across The Courtauld and its subsidiaries. You will oversee core financial operations, reporting, tax and treasury management, investment support, regulatory compliance, and risk management, playing a key role in safeguarding the financial stability and integrity of the institution.

Key Responsibilities Include:

· Lead the finance function, including financial accounting, control, compliance

· Manage all aspects of financial operations such as accounts payable/receivable, payroll, treasury, fixed assets, and tax

· Ensure accurate accounting and tax services to the group and its subsidiaries

· Lead the production of high-quality statutory financial statements, management reporting, and lead the annual audit

· Develop and maintain internal control policies, systems, and procedures to facilitate timely and accurate financial transactions and reporting

· Maintain the integrity and completeness of financial data held in the ERP system, including the chart of accounts and resolution of data quality issues

· Support investment strategy, manage treasury, endowment accounting and liquidity planning

· Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and controls and contribute to strategic financial planning

· Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory obligations (including HMRC, VAT, Gift Aid and tax implications for fundraising activities)

· Build effective relationships across the institution and externally, including auditors, investment managers, and regulators

· Deputise for the Director of Finance when required

In order to be successful in the role we're looking for;

· A qualified accountant (CCAB or equivalent)

· Significant experience in managing financial control and operations including VAT, Tax relief, treasury in a charitable/education/not-for-profit organisation of similar size and complexity

· Able to self-sufficiently lead a smooth, accurate and timely year end process

· Strong technical expertise in accounting standards, able to ensure correct accounting treatment of restricted, unrestricted and endowment income

· A proven track record of leading finance teams and driving process improvements, thriving to develop a best-in-class finance function

· Strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to influence at a senior level

· Experience in investment and endowment accounting is strongly desirable

Why Join The Courtauld?

You’ll join a world-class institution with many of your stakeholders based at the iconic Somerset House. You will join at a time of exciting transformation and growth. You will be able to develop your skills and make a difference by further developing systems, processes, and contributing to the strategic growth of the investment portfolio. We offer a supportive, inclusive workplace with opportunities to make a lasting impact, in a vibrant, arts-focused environment. We also offer;

· Competitive salary of £75,000

· Excellent USS pension scheme

· 30 days annual leave + additional closure days

· Training and development opportunities

· Hybrid work pattern 3 days a week in the office (Kings Cross)

In order to apply, please submit your CV along with covering letter of no more than 1 side of A4 outlining why you wish to apply and highlighting your relevant experience by the 19th of October. For a confidential call to discuss your suitability please contact our recruitment partner Sian Negal of Morgan Law.

£40,500 - £47,700 per year

Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week) 

Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office

What the job involves

Prostate Cancer UK are launching the most ambitious fundraising appeal in our history, and we’re looking for a brilliant Appeal Manager to help make it happen. In this role, you’ll be right at the heart of the campaign, working closely with the Head of Appeal to keep everything on track and running smoothly. You’ll coordinate plans, manage timelines and milestones, and help make sure everyone involved knows what’s happening and when.

You’ll drive forward the creation of campaign materials too, from website content and videos to newsletters and donor content. Your role will be to make sure everything’s consistent, high-quality and feels part of one powerful, inspiring appeal. You’ll also keep campaign plans, documents and resources organised and easy for everyone to access.

Working closely with teams across the charity including fundraising, communications, finance and our programme teams acting as the central point of coordination. You’ll help prepare briefings and updates for senior leaders and external partners, support events and meetings, and make sure every interaction feels thoughtful and well-planned.

If you thrive on collaboration, love making things happen, and want your work to have real impact, this is your moment.

What we want from you

We’re looking for an Appeal Manager who makes things happen and keeps things moving. You’ll be highly organised, thrive on hitting targets and love the satisfaction of seeing a plan come together. You’re good at managing shifting priorities, recognising what’s most important, and making sure it gets done.

You’ll have experience of working on a major fundraising appeal, capital campaign or within a high-performing fundraising team and know what it takes to deliver brilliant donor experiences. You’ll be comfortable coordinating complex projects with lots of moving parts and stakeholders, keeping everything on track and everyone in the loop.

A sharp eye for detail and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential. You’ll enjoy working across teams, building strong relationships and making sure nothing slips through the net. You’ll also be an effective and engaging communicator, with excellent written and verbal skills and the ability to pull together clear, thoughtful briefings and reports.

If you're a natural doer with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for purpose, we would love to hear from you.

Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.

Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.

Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Prostate Cancer UK we’re committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. To make this happen, we're dedicated to being an inclusive, proactive organisation, as we strive to be Allies to Black communities. We’ll achieve this by advocating and working alongside those communities to promote change. We're also working to be Allies to each other, not only protected groups. In 2024, we launched our New Allyship Training Programme. All colleagues at Prostate Cancer UK will be trained to act and identify as an Ally.

We've also signed Business in the Communities Race at Work Charter, as a dedication to our Black health equity work and wider EDI priorities. As a signatory, we're responsible and accountable for driving positive change.

How and where we work

We are all expected to be in the office (SE1 2QN) 4 days a month (pro-rata for part time colleagues) to work with and alongside colleagues in our immediate team and beyond to build connections and strong working relationships. We value that face-to-face time for relationships, projects and decisions.

Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply, please visit the website via the apply button.

The closing date is Sunday 19th October 2025.  Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.

Interviews: By arrangement. Interviews are currently scheduled for the week of Friday 24th October 2025.

Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.

We are delighted to be working in partnership with Christians Against Poverty (CAP). For nearly 30 years, CAP has been transforming lives, enabling churches to help end poverty through their communities and to encourage people to live with faith in Jesus and hope for the future. Through hundreds of dedicated staff members and incredible church partners across all four UK nations, people in desperate need discover life-changing freedom and hope every day. Since 1996, tens of thousands of families and individuals have broken free from debt and poverty through CAP's vital work.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Finance Operations to join CAP during an exciting period of transformation. This is a pivotal leadership role that will shape the future of financial operations, driving excellence in statutory reporting, regulatory compliance, and client asset management whilst leading the finance department through significant systems and process improvements.

In this influential role, you'll lead the Finance Operations team, oversee the annual statutory audit and CASS audit processes, and take the leading role in the finance ledger system replacement. You'll provide comprehensive balance sheet reporting and forecasting to support CAP's financial sustainability, whilst identifying and implementing process improvements that strengthen core financial controls. Working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, you'll deliver outstanding customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

With ambitious targets to achieve and a finance transformation programme to deliver, this role offers the chance to make a significant operational and strategic impact on CAP's mission to end UK poverty.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Qualified Accountant (CCAB) with Post Qualification Experience
• At least 3 years' experience at a senior level within a finance/accountancy environment
• Experience of leading the annual accounts and audit process
• Strong leadership skills with experience of managing teams to meet key objectives

This is an incredible opportunity for a practicing Christian who wants to make a powerful, lasting impact. You'll join a passionate prayerful workplace committed to ending UK poverty, working within a supportive and fun culture that values you as a whole person.

For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian and in agreement with the Christians Against Poverty Statement of Faith and Core Values.

Location: Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite (Bradford)

Closing date for applications: Applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.

Do you enjoy supporting others and making sure teams have the right environment, tools, and resources to do their best work? 

We’re looking for a highly organised and people-centred People & Operations Officer to help keep Community Action Redbridge smoothly and ensuring that our team has the right environment, tools, and resources to thrive. 

This role combines office coordination, HR administration, and health and safety responsibilities, helping to create a welcoming, efficient, and inclusive workplace where everyone can perform at their best. Acting as the first point of contact in our office, you will take pride in maintaining a well-managed and productive space, overseeing office systems, liaising with suppliers, and supporting internal communications. You will also play a key role in organising meetings and team events, supporting internal processes, and ensuring that our administrative systems are robust and well maintained.

In addition, you’ll support the smooth running of our people systems and processes - from recruitment and onboarding to HR record-keeping and policy guidance, becoming a trusted go-to person for staff queries. You will also contribute to creating a safe working environment by supporting health and safety compliance.

This is a great opportunity for someone highly organised, proactive and people-centred, who enjoys variety in their work and wants to make a meaningful difference behind the scenes of a dynamic local charity.

Please note that while there may be occasional flexibility, due to the nature of the role, this post is designed to be primarily office-based. This ensures effective collaboration with team members, access to necessary resources and equipment, and supports the smooth running of day-to-day operations. The role is part-time (28 hours per week), and these hours can be worked over four or five days, depending on your preference. 

About Community Action Redbridge 

Community Action Redbridge is a local infrastructure charity dedicated to building a fairer Redbridge where everyone and every community has an equal opportunity to thrive. Through our work, we support the development of strong and resilient communities where people lead happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives. 

At the heart of our work is a commitment to social justice and to tackling the root causes of inequality. We’re passionate about shifting power, amplifying community voices, and working collaboratively to create social change. 

We do this by: 

• Strengthening and championing the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, so local organisations have the tools and support they need to grow and thrive. 

• Supporting local people to drive change in their own communities, through social action, volunteering and active participation. 

• Bringing people and organisations together, from the VCSE sector, public services, and local businesses, to collaborate on shared ambitions for Redbridge. 

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a covering letter answering the following 4 questions (no more than 500 words each):

1. Can you describe a time when you have had to manage and balance competing priorities and how you went about this?

2. Can you give us an example of when you had to learn a new system or process and put this into practice?

3. Can you describe your understanding of health and safety in the workplace?

4. Please give one example of how you would go about ensuring that our team has the right environment, tools, and support to thrive?

Please submit your CV and covering letter by 11.59pm on Sunday 19th October.  

Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th October.

In this role, you will actively seek and secure new business opportunities while nurturing and maintaining existing accounts, ensuring a steady and growing stream of revenue. You will deliver outstanding customer service, building and maintaining strong relationships with a diverse range of clients, including schools and youth groups. Managing booking processes and systems efficiently, you will ensure smooth operations and resource allocation in collaboration with various teams. Your creative input and support in developing and executing marketing strategies will increase brand awareness and attract more bookings. Additionally, you will assist in gathering and analysing data to inform strategic decisions, contributing to the continuous improvement of our programs and services. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Processing bookings and related paperwork using our booking system, Cinolla. 
• Taking a proactive approach to new business. 
• Responding to booking enquiries and contracting prospective customers. 
• Co-ordinating with the Operations Team to ensure bookings can be resourced. 
• Supporting the implementation of the Hindleap Warren marketing strategy to increase overall bookings. 
• Managing key accounts to retain customers and reduce churn. 
• Collaborating with the finance department to accurately process invoices, credit notes, and refunds. 
• Promoting London Youth's policies on diversity and inclusion. 
• Contributing proactively to the implementation of London Youth's mission and goals. 

Job Title: Service Manager

Location: Derby City (office based)
Salary: £40,627.32 per annum
Contract type: Permanent, Full Time 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week. As part of this role, you will be required to work from site and participate in an out-of-hours on call rota.

This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Service Manager to lead on the delivery of high-quality services to the women and their children living in our refuges and survivors of domestic abuse supported by our community outreach service.

We are recruiting for Service Manager who is passionate about supporting survivors who are impacted by domestic abuse and other gender-based crimes.  This is a multifaceted, fast paced, and exciting role where you will join our team in Derby to lead on the delivery and development of high-quality refuge and outreach services for survivors of domestic abuse and other gender-based crimes.

Our service provision in Derby includes culturally specific service for South Asian women as well as a specialist multiple disadvantage support worker who support survivors facing enhanced needs.

The post holder will provide line management and support to the accommodation based and the outreach service staff. This will include providing supervision on complex and high-risk cases, overseeing operational emergencies, and ensuring high standards of casework. You will also ensure that all service users in refuges and the outreach service always receive a high-quality support service in line with Refuge’s policies and procedures.

The Service Manager will lead on the delivery of the multiagency aspect of work, working jointly with the Refuge teams and wider stakeholders to deliver best services to the survivors.

Candidates must have proven experience of providing direct emotional and practical support to vulnerable people, managing, and motivating staff, managing casework as well as working within multiagency setting.  In addition, you must have an excellent knowledge of domestic abuse and other gender-based violence and its impact on survivors.  

You will have knowledge of relevant criminal and civil law legislation, as well as Housing and Health and Safety legislation.   

As member of the management team, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call management service.

The service manager will be responsible for ensuring that contractual and other funding requirements are met fully, this includes ensuring that the services operate within the allocated budget and that Refuge’s high-quality standards are maintained. The role may involve visiting potential sites and contributing to the establishment of new services in conjunction with the development team.

The job involves working closely with staff that support survivors and their children who are experiencing domestic abuse and other gender-based violence.

Please note that this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Closing Date: 09:00am 6 November 2025

Interview Date: 18 and 19 November 2025

Cure Parkinson's Research Engagement Manager is responsible for ensuring that the lived experience and perspective of people with Parkinson’s (PwP) is embedded across our research activities. The role includes managing our international Research Advocates Council and supporting public and patient involvement and engagement (PPIE) initiatives. This is an exciting time to join the team as we develop our PPIE strategy and build on our expert voice, helping to drive scientific discovery forward and bring us closer to a cure.

As our Research Engagement Manager you will have experience of supporting or leading PPIE in research, ideally in health or clinical trials, along with experience of working in a patient facing role, including with diverse and underrepresented communities.

Are you a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to finance? Do you want to use your skills to make a real difference in people’s lives?

The Organisation

Canopy is an award-winning, pioneering self-help housing organisation based in inner-city Leeds. We bring empty homes back into use, support homeless families, train volunteers in construction skills, and help diverse neighbourhoods thrive. We are a Charitable Community Benefit Society with a strong social mission and a collaborative, values-driven culture.

The Role

We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead our financial planning, reporting, and compliance, whilst supporting operational excellence. This is a key leadership role, working closely with the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team to ensure the smooth running of our internal infrastructure. 

Please visit our website for our full Job Description and Person Spec.

Key Responsibilities include:

Finance

• Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, payroll, and reporting activities.
• Oversee cash flow, accounting, and audit functions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls, including bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Produce monthly expenditure reports to assist the Senior Management Team.
• Produce quarterly management accounts for Board and Lenders.
• Prepare the annual financial statements and oversee the audit process.
• Ensure financial and regulatory returns are submitted in a timely manner.
• Provide strategic financial insights to the Board, Chief Executive, and Senior Management Team, driving sound decision-making, procurement decisions, business planning, fundraising and value for money.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of Canopy’s tenants’ rent accounts, preparing and issuing statements as required by the regulator.
• Establish and maintain working practices that would comply with the Regulator of Social Housing’s Economic Standards
• Ensure contractors, suppliers, petty cash accounts, and volunteer expenses are paid in a timely manner.

Administration & Operations

• Supervise the bookkeeper.
• Manage the IT Support Contractor, ensuring they maintain data integrity, security, and availability across the organization.

The Person

Essential Criteria

• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Experience of managing audits and preparing statutory accounts.
• Experience of working in a senior administrative or operational role.
• Experience of managing or supervising staff and/or contractors.

What we offer:

• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working
• Generous holiday entitlement, with the option to buy or sell leave
• A supportive, inclusive, and purpose-driven team
• The opportunity to be part of a unique and impactful organisation
• Casual dress in the office

Inter Mediate is a London-based peacemaking charity supporting confidential negotiations in some of the world’s most challenging conflicts. Now in its second decade of operations, Inter Mediate is seeking a Projects Manager to join our small, specialised team to support our work on dialogue processes and sensitive negotiations, with a particular focus on Asia. Our work in Asia covers conflicts in South and East Asia.

The Projects Manager will be responsible for:  

· Supporting and implementing Inter Mediate’s existing projects portfolio of peace talks and other high-level peace initiatives;

· Building and managing relationships with senior stakeholders in conflict and peace processes, mainly in South and East Asia.;

· Identifying and developing entry points for new projects;

· Monitoring and analysing political developments across areas relevant to Inter Mediate’s work;

· Preparing project proposals and budgets, narrative and financial reporting, and collecting evidence of project impact.

 Specific responsibilities:

· Working with the relevant Project Directors to support the development, management and delivery of existing Inter Mediate conflict resolution and dialogue projects, with a geographic focus on South and East Asia;

· Developing and sustaining relationships with key partners and interlocutors, both directly and remotely, travelling frequently to project/meeting locations;

· Drafting meeting reports, note verbales, preparatory briefs and memos as required;

· Leading research necessary to deliver projects;

· Preparing programme budgets in consultation with relevant team members and ensuring timely and efficient financial planning and management;

· Managing relationships with key project donors, preparing donor reports and updates in coordination with the Operations Team and identifying and scoping additional funding opportunities and relationships;

· Managing complex logistical arrangements in relation to high level and sensitive meetings and dialogues;

· Working with the Projects Director on compiling project progress reports for senior management/trustees’ meetings; and

· Representation of Inter Mediate in external forums where appropriate.

Person Specification - Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Experience

 Successful candidates would need to demonstrate:

· A masters degree in politics, conflict resolution and peacebuilding, international affairs, public policy or an equivalent subject. Relevant work experience (with a preferred focus on Asia) may be accepted in lieu;

· At least 6 years of work experience in conflict resolution or peace process support for a governmental, non-governmental or inter-governmental organisation, or an equivalent field such as diplomacy, humanitarian access, or international development;

· Experience of project management including finance/budgeting and reporting.

· Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to manage logistics in sensitive and high pressure situations;

· Evidence of strong cross-cultural interpersonal skills required in operating across multiple geographical and cultural contexts;

· Deep understanding of and interest in politics and conflict resolution in general and with a particular focus on South Asia; 

· Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with senior interlocutors and IM’s partners;

· Proven experience of fundraising and management of donor relationships;

· Excellent English language skills and proven writing/drafting ability for a variety of audiences;

· Hindi/Urdu/Bengali/Chinese language skills would be highly desirable and an advantage for candidates;

· Ability and willingness to undertake regular international travel;

· Flexibility and adaptability to support the smooth running of a small team, and willingness to take an “all-hands-on-deck” approach when required. 

Inter Mediate particularly welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Centre Manager – Youlbury Scout Adventures
Location: Youlbury, Oxfordshire (Live-in role – accommodation provided)
Salary: £37,800 per annum, Band F, Level 3
Hours: 35 per week – evening and weekend work required on a rota basis
Contract: Permanent

We’re hiring a Centre Manager at Scout Adventures Youlbury in Oxfordshire – a live-in leadership role where you’ll manage an outdoor activity centre, lead a team of staff and volunteers, and deliver inspiring experiences for young people from across the UK and beyond.

About the role

Youlbury is part of Scout Adventures – a national network of outdoor activity centres that inspire and educate thousands of young people every year. As Centre Manager, you’ll lead the team that makes it all happen: from outdoor learning and adventure activities to catering, site safety, and customer service.

You’ll work closely with staff, volunteers, visitors, and partners to deliver exceptional experiences while ensuring smooth, safe, and financially responsible operations.

Living on site allows you to be part of the fabric of the centre – building relationships, responding quickly when needed, and enjoying everything this special environment has to offer.

What you’ll be doing as our Centre Manager – Youlbury:

• Leading and supporting a team of staff and volunteers to deliver high-quality services
• Managing daily operations, including accommodation, catering, activities, and events
• Ensuring every visitor has a safe, smooth, and memorable experience
• Overseeing the site budget and contributing to financial planning
• Building strong relationships with the local community, volunteers, and Scout teams

What we’re looking for in our Centre Manager – Youlbury:

• Experience managing teams in a busy, customer-facing setting
• Confidence working with budgets, health & safety, and operational planning
• A hands-on leader who thrives on variety and challenge
• A passion for outdoor learning and a values-driven approach
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

Why live and work at Youlbury?

This is more than just a job — it’s a lifestyle. You’ll live among nature, with woodland walks, wildlife, and outdoor adventure just outside your door. On-site accommodation means no commute and the chance to be fully involved in a vibrant, purposeful community.

What you’ll get in return:

• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 after 2 years), plus extra days at Christmas
• Double-matched pension contributions up to 10%
• Award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022)
• Family-friendly policies and generous leave
• Access to training and development through our internal learning hub

Applications close: 23:59 on Monday, 10th November 2025

Interviews will be held in person: at Youlbury on Monday, 24th November 2025

Strictly no agencies.

The Scouts is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We offer flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs and lifestyles, ensuring that our teams can thrive both professionally and personally. We welcome and encourage applicants from all walks of life, believing that varied perspectives strengthen our innovation and community. Your unique experiences and ideas are essential to our success, and we look forward to hearing from all voices.