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Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. We’re one of the largest student-led organisations in the UK and a charity with over 52,000 members. With a staff team of more than 150, a range of services including advice, sports, representation, volunteering and an annual turnover of more than £16m, we’re a growing organisation making impact for our members. 

Our vision is of an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.

It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s ground-breaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.

The is a 0.8FTE part time role (29.2 hours per week across 4 days) and fixed term for 24 months. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.

Do you have experience working in supply chain management, procurement or a related field? Do you have an understanding of global sustainability issues? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate will have experience developing and implementing sustainability or procurement strategies, experience of developing sustainability plans for complex organisations and good knowledge of sustainable procurement principles, environmental standards, governance and social responsibility frameworks.

For full details on this role, please view the job pack attached below.

Interview Dates 

First stage interviews will take place online week commencing 8th September.

Second stage interviews will take place in-person week commencing 15th September. 

Are you passionate about using data to drive meaningful change? Do you thrive on accuracy, insight, and collaboration? Do you have Generalist HR experience? Join our People Experience team and help our organisation make informed decisions using high quality, impactful data.​

As the People Experience Data Specialist, you will champion data accuracy, reliability, and insight across the People Experience team and wider organisation. You’ll lead the production, distribution, and analysis of high-quality People Management Information (MI), ensuring compliance with data protection laws and enabling data-driven decision-making. You’ll also provide generalist HR support when needed.​

Contract terms:​

• £34,000 - £37,000 per annum with Benefits
• Permanent
• Full time hours are 35 hours per week, but we are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences.
• Hybrid working: Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office
• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. We work in person around 2 days or more per month

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​What you'll do:

Data & Insights​

• Deliver and analyse People data reports.
• Maintain and improve reporting tools and MI.
• Support forecasting and strategic planning.
• Enable data self-service for managers.
• Optimise systems with providers and stakeholders.
• Lead system procurement and implementation.
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
• Drive system improvements and efficiencies.
• Share insights and train users.​

Generalist HR (People Experience) Support​

• Provide HR support across the employee lifecycle, including covering annual leave and supporting employee relations casework

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Why Samaritans?​

At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

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For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.​

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Apply now​

To apply, please submit your CV with a short cover letter. We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.​

Applications close: ​9am Monday 25 August

Interviews: w/c 1 September

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Role

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

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

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

Duties include, but aren’t limited to:

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

Essential experience

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

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

How to Apply/Interview dates

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

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

The Aga Khan Foundation (United Kingdom) is looking for a Finance Officer to support the Finance Manager, Schools2030 in running efficient and effective financial processing, financial controls, financial reporting, grant management and monitoring on the Schools2030 programme.

Financial processing

• Process all Schools2030 monthly transactions for co-financing

• Process all Schools2030 monthly transactions for cost recovery

• Process all Schools2030 monthly transactions for correction of bank balances

• Process all Schools2030 monthly transactions for coding corrections

• Review and process all Schools2030 supplier payments and prepare supporting documentation

• Review and process all Schools2030 grant payments and prepare supporting documentation

• Review and process Schools2030 income and prepare supporting documentation

Financial administration

• Ensure correct filing of all Schools2030 financial information and documentation on SharePoint

• Update and manage all Schools2030 grants in the Grant Management Tracker

• Update and manage all Schools2030 grants in the Co-financing Tracker

• Update and manage all Schools2030 grants in the cost recovery forecast

• Update and manage SGA balance tracking for all Schools2030 grants

• Update and manage internal tool (AIMS) tracking pipeline and secured funding

• Create grant codes for all new Schools2030 grants

• Close all grant codes for Schools2030 grants that have ended

• Support adherence to all financial policies, especially authorisation, procurement and due diligence

• Support the annual organisational budgeting and forecasting exercise

Financial controls, reporting, audit and risk

• Complete grant reconciliations for all Schools2030 grants so that each grant is reconciled at least once every 3 months

• Monitor foreign exchange gains and losses on all Schools2030 grants and highlight any areas of concern to the Finance Manager, Schools2030

• Assist the Finance Manager, Schools2030 with the preparation of donor and internal financial reports

• Support the design and implementation of controls to ensure compliance with donor requirements and to maintain appropriate donor stewardship, including through manuals, checklists, templates, and other tools.

• Immediately highlight any risks or discrepancies in financial records to the Finance Manager, Schools2030 • Assist with preparation and documentation for any grant audits

• Assist with preparation and documentation for the organisational audit

Grants management and compliance

• Prepare all Schools2030 donor cash requests as required by donor contracts

• Prepare all Schools2030 sub-grant agreements

• Review Schools2030 partner quarterly BvA reports, any necessary documentation checks carried out and any inconsistencies identified and reported to the Finance Manager, Schools 2030.

• Assist the Finance Manager, Schools2030 in reviewing partner budgets for proposals

Supporting others

• Carry out any other duties as assigned by the Finance Manager, Schools2030, Programme Finance Manager or the Head of Finance and Operations 

Qualifications

• CCAB part qualified accountant (desirable).

Experience

• 2 years relevant experience in financial accounting and financial reporting

• Experience of managing effective administrative systems and procedures

• Experience of supporting budgeting, forecasting and financial planning

• Experience of working in international development organisations, UK charities or donor agencies

• Experience of working with institutional donors or Trusts and Foundations and familiarity with the various compliance rules and regulations (desirable)

Skills

• Good interpersonal, customer care and liaison skills with a wide range of stakeholders

• First rate oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work under pressure and to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.

• Ability to problem solve, working with both internal and external stakeholders to deliver results.

• Ability to work in a multi-institution network within a multi-cultural environment.

• Fluent in oral and written English

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel

• Excellent numeracy, financial analysis, and financial presentation skills

• Ability to synthesise complex operational and financial details for reporting and presentation.

Knowledge

• Broad understanding and experience of development issues and organisations

• Understanding of and appreciation for ADKN’s goals, values and ethics

• Knowledge of charity accounting

Application Details:

• Must have right to work in the UK.

• Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why they want the role, why they want to work for AKF(UK) and how their experiences and skills to date will make them the most suitable applicant for the role.

The Interim Finance Manager will be a key member of our Finance team so we are looking for a hardworking and supportive team player who has a passion for our mission and for figures to join us on a fixed-term contract until the end of May 2026. The Finance Manager joins War Child at an exciting time, as we are growing and will therefore be expected to work on projects to ensure that the right changes are made line with the growth of our organisation.

The Interim Finance Manager is expected to support the Senior Finance Manager and Finance & IT Director in the continued development and implementation of War Child’s overriding financial management and reporting framework and financial policies. You will be supporting the Senior Finance Manager to ensure the completeness and accuracy of financial information in UK

The Interim Finance Manager will also play a pivotal role in supporting with projects such as updating our month end processes and management accounts reporting and supporting with changes to our payments process.

If you share our values and believe that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war, we want to hear from you. Below are some of the experiences and qualities we’re looking for.

• Significant relevant experience in finance roles and able to evidence management accounting and reconciliation experience.
• AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant 
• Familiar with a range of computerised accounts packages (Unit 4 /Agresso would be an advantage)
• A highly experienced and competent user of MS Excel and other MS Office packages.
• Committed to ensuring financial management best practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills including the ability to work with individuals from different cultures.
• Proactive, willing and able to take the initiative on a regular basis.
• Problem solving approach and able to contribute towards a culture of continuous improvement.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to plan ahead, to work well under pressure and manage priorities to meet deadlines in a changing and challenging environment whilst making effective decisions.
• Flexible and willing to support others at times when particular organisational priorities take precedence.

At War Child recognise the considerable benefits that flexible working can bring and are happy to discuss any possible flexible working options with our employees from hiring. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, hybrid working and compressed hours. 

We’re ideally looking for someone who can start as soon as possible, but we’re flexible for the right person.

Please note that on occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible

Your role is to manage a range of Central Services for the Eikon Charity and to be a familiar constant presence in the Eikon offices. Central Services includes IT, Data Compliance, Health and Safety, Facilities. Facilities includes the site at Fullbrook and the associated site maintenance of the cabins and the garden. In addition to this you will line manage the reception function on site. A portion of the role will be managing outsourced providers who are accountable to support the specialist nature of these services. These outsource providers include Health and Safety (Croner) IT (ramsac) Data Protection (Satswana). You will also support the service data management work, this involves monthly reporting and service data provision, in accordance with the reporting calendar.

Responsibilities 

IT Management

• Manage the operational IT delivery via Eikon’s IT partner (ramsac) 
• Manage the continuous improvement of the IT infrastructure
• Oversee and direct the work and tasks of the data officer (IT support)
• Attend quarterly management meetings with outsourced IT provider including technical IT consultant visits
• Oversee Help Desk approvals
• Review monthly total IT estate in partnership with ramsac and Data Officer
• IT hardware, software and comms:
• Manage the relationship with repair partner (one touch) and disposal partner (CPR)
• Manage the procurement processes for hardware, the installation and allocation of hardware (e.g. printers, AV equipment, laptop, mobile devices, wifi infrastructure etc.) with the support of the Data Officer
• Manage the communications licenses with our comms partner (DRC) 
• Oversee the MS license estate and allocation of MS software and our third party applications
• Contribute to planning and assist with the delivery of the IT roadmap

Data Protection and Management 

• Manage data compliance in accordance with relevant legislation and regulations (GDPR), with support from the fractional data protection provider, Satswana
• Manage the relationship with Satswana (outsourced Data Protection Officer)
• Ensure Data Protection Impact Assessments are in place across the organisation
• Recording and reporting of routine data breaches, escalating if significant breach has occurred

Data Reporting (Services)

• Support with the provision of data to help monitor and evaluate all services in line with ambitions 
• Collaborate with line manage on bespoke data requests
• Support the organisation in ensuring data integrity of reports 
• Manage the monthly reporting templates (Mindworks outputs, Data Protection Impact Assessments, Internal outputs and Internal outcomes)
• Manage the quarterly reporting templates (Mindworks outcomes, Innovations Grant, Youth Support Practitioners end of term reporting, Fundraising Strategic reports, data for exec report and data for bespoke reporting requests)
• Responsible for reviewing and recommending changes to the Data Protection Policy

Fire, Health and Safety

• Responsible for fire, health and safety management and standards across the whole organisation, supported by a specialist organisation (Croner)
• Responsible for managing the Health and Safety relationships with the outsourced provider (Croner) 
• Responsibilities include but aren’t limited to:
  •  Fire, Health and Safety Policy
  • Ensuring Fire Health and safety procedures in place for the Fullbrook site
  • Monitoring and where possible ensure the organisation is implementing the relevant policies, procedures and associated forms across the organisation for Fire, Health and Safety
  • Raising Fire, Health and Safety risks and working collaboratively with Leadership to put in place measures to mitigate against them

Facilities

• Manage the facilities at Fullbrook, including the provision of reception roles and responsibilities, office and garden maintenance and support to onsite teams, interior and exterior décor – including noticeboards 
• This includes line management of your team and dotted line supervision for garden club volunteers for garden maintenance; this includes managing the relationship with the gardening contractor
• Overseeing annual compliance checks. e.g Pat Testing; Smoke alarms; air conditioning units
• Managing the relationship with the outsourced cleaning contractor (Minster Cleaning Services)
• Responsible for reception cover. From time to time it may be necessary for you to support in filling gaps in reception cover. i.e. sickness/holidays/absence
• In collaboration with colleagues continuously improve the facilities space, always focusing on the service users and underpinned by a strong ethos of equality diversity and inclusion, wellbeing and safeguarding
• Responsible for coordinating scheduled and unscheduled site maintenance
• Review, with oversight from appointed Trustee, our organisational insurance; ensure it is fit for purpose, renewed in a timely manner and manage the relationship with our Brookers WRS

A professional learning foundation has a brand new opportunity to join them as a Bid Support Coordinator.  Offering very generous holiday entitlement and hybrid flexible working. 
 
As the Bid Support Coordinator you will play a pivotal role in helping this organisation diversify their funding streams.

You will:

• proactively research and identify opportunities from devolved authorities, trusts, foundations, international programmes and government sectors.   
• Monitor trends in public procurement.
• Support the bid development process by gathering intelligence, analysing funder requirements, and contributing to bid planning and content development.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather inputs, evidence, and case studies for bid submissions. 
• Assist in the preparation of pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), expressions of interest (EOIs), and full proposals.

 
Benefits include: 

• 30 days annual leave
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Work-life balance flexibility, 1 day in the office a week
• Volunteering leave

...and more!
 
This will be an initial 12 month contract with the possibility to be extended or go perm. You will be joining a new team fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.  The organisation values inclusivity, openness, honesty and integrity while also striving to be an expert in their field.  
 
Essential criteria:

• Demonstrable experience researching and identifying funding opportunities
• Knowledge of bid writing or grant applications
• Familiar with PQQs and EOIs
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised, ability to manage multiple priorities

If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today!
 
TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn’t quite right for you, please do check out our website www.tpp.co.uk and pop your CV over to us!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

About Wembley Stadium Foundation 

We are a grant-making charity, using the power of Wembley Stadium to inspire, strengthen and connect communities through sport, movement, and the performing arts. Funded through income generated on event days, we aim to break down barriers to access by distributing funds to charities locally and nationally.

It's an exciting time to join the foundation, at the start of an ambitious new three-year strategy. We are looking for a highly organised, dedicated person to join our small, passionate team, and support us in empowering organisations to create impact across the nation. 

 Purpose of the Role

The Business Support Executive will provide vital administrative and operational support to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the Wembley Stadium Foundation (WSF). Working closely with the wider team, you will lead on diary coordination, meeting minutes, board logistics, and internal systems as well as supporting with events and grants administration — helping keep the charity well-organised and high-performing.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Executive Support

• Provide administrative support to the Executive Team, including coordinating internal and external meetings.
• Support the creation, proofreading, and formatting of key documents.
• Organise and maintain shared filing systems (e.g. SharePoint, Teams).
• Assist with financial administration, including supporting payroll, processing expenses, and maintaining accurate records of payments and invoices.

Board and Governance Logistics

• Schedule and coordinate Board and committee meetings.
• Prepare and circulate Board papers and meeting minutes and assist with tracking actions and deadlines from board meetings.
• Maintain up-to-date trustee contact records.

 Grants and Events Support

• Support administration and logistics for events hosted by the foundation, including key strategic and community events at the stadium. 
• Coordinate the Foundation’s Community Box, e.g scheduling bookings and liaising with guests, security and hospitality teams at the stadium. 
• Maintain accurate records and trackers for grants, procurement and partnerships, maintaining organised systems for storing information. 

 Office & Systems Coordination

• Take responsibility for office systems, supplies, and IT support. Act as the main point of contact for day-to-day queries relating to office systems, supplies, and IT support.
• Act as a helpful first point of contact for enquiries to the foundation. 
• Maintain central database for the foundation.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience in an administrative, office coordination, or business support role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities calmly and efficiently.
• High levels of discretion, reliability, and attention to detail.
• A collaborative, can-do approach and willingness to support across the team.

Desirable

• Experience in a charity, grant maker, or non-profit.
• Familiarity with board or trustee support.
• Confidence with cloud-based filing systems (e.g. SharePoint) as well as experience using Xerox.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to obtain a clear DBS check.

·We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

We know that applying for jobs is daunting. We’re committed to building an inclusive team and if this role excites you, but you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply anyway. 

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PROJECT MANAGER (BRAND)

(10 month Fixed Term Contract)

Location: London Hybrid
Contract: Full-time
Salary: Circa 45k

A leading national charity is seeking a Brand Project Manager to lead the execution of a major brand roll-out. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in embedding a new visual identity and brand strategy across all touchpoints of a purpose-led organisation.

You’ll work closely with the Brand Manager, Brand Champions, and cross-functional teams to ensure the roll-out is well-coordinated, on time, and fully embraced by staff, volunteers, and supporters alike.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the master brand roll-out project plan, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met.
• Chair the Brand Champions Group, tracking progress and actions across departments.
• Act as the bridge between design, marketing, brand champions, and suppliers, proactively resolving issues.
• Create a comprehensive roadmap for rebranding all physical and digital assets, including printed materials, retail, and offices.
• Coordinate with procurement teams and suppliers to ensure seamless ordering and implementation.
• Develop and deliver brand activation packs to branches and volunteers across the UK.
• Manage the briefing process with agencies and in-house design teams for asset creation.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience delivering successful rebrands, ideally in a charity or not-for-profit setting.
• Strong understanding of brand strategy, visual identity, and implementation.
• Excellent project management and multitasking skills across multiple workstreams.
• A confident communicator, able to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Positive, proactive, and solution-focused with a strong sense of initiative.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams, particularly within the charity sector.
• Comfortable using project management tools (MS Planner, Lists, or similar).

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, Prospectus is committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invests in your journey as a candidate and is committed to supporting you throughout the process.

For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers.

We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
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We are now seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to join our senior leadership team. This is a strategic and mission-critical role that will shape the operational and financial foundations of the charity during an exciting phase of growth and transformation following recent mergers and expanded contracts.

About the Role

As Director of Finance and Resources, you will report directly to the Chief Executive and work closely with the Board of Trustees, leading the charity’s Finance, HR, Infrastructure, Legal, and Governance functions.

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You will:

• Develop and implement a forward-looking financial strategy that supports sustainable growth and fundraising

• Provide leadership across Finance, People, and Infrastructure teams (managing three Heads of Department)

• Oversee risk, compliance, procurement, legal and IT systems, ensuring efficiency, resilience and value for money

• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Trustees, supporting strategic planning and business transformation

• ​Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performance culture across the organisation

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This is an ideal opportunity for a commercially savvy, values-driven leader who thrives on bringing clarity, stability, and strategic foresight to complex organisations.

About You

We’re looking for a senior finance leader with a professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar) or equivalent financial and commercial management experience gained in an organisation of comparable scale or complexity.

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Ideally, you will bring:

• ​A strong track record of financial leadership, strategic planning, and operational delivery
• ​Experience working with (or within) third sector organisations and/or government-funded programmes
• ​An inclusive, engaging leadership style, with the ability to inspire teams and influence stakeholders
• ​A deep understanding of compliance, risk, and governance in a mission-driven environment
• ​A genuine commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community

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Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? please visit our website

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Eager to know more the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached or if you'd like to discuss the role with someone, feel free to contact us.

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What’s in it for you? Check out the Benefits sheet attached.

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Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by closing date Tuesday, 17 August 2025.

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Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.

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We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

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We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.

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

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

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

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

The Role

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

Key responsibilities include:

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

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

The Person

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

The ideal candidate will bring:

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

Why Join Thrive at Five?

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

How to Apply

To apply, please send a CV and supporting statement.

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

�� Location: Hybrid (expectation to travel for team days/as business requires)

⌚ Contract Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week

�� Salary: Starting from £64,866.26 - £78,488.17 dependent on experience and location

What is a Head of Digital, Data and Technology? 

As the Head of DDaT Portfolio Delivery, you will leverage your extensive experience and deep understanding of the technical project lifecycle and key delivery methodologies. Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, DevOps, and Waterfall frameworks is essential for effective governance and optimisation of complex project portfolios.

This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your skills and passion for change in a growing healthcare organisation, supporting over 110,000 clients annually.

You will collaborate closely with various heads of departments and colleagues across the business to ensure all DDaT deliveries are strategically aligned, rigorously tested, delivered on time and within budget, and fully adopted by the business. This role drives seamless execution from small enhancements to large-scale projects, enhancing the client journey, operational efficiency, and business impact for MSI UK.

What can we offer you?

• �� Expenses incurred while traveling outside your base location will be reimbursed.
• �� Birthday Bonus with an additional day of annual leave dedicated to celebrating your birthday and long service recognition rewards programme 
• �� Perks and discounts at over 4000 retail and hospitality outlets through the Blue Light Card

In addition to the perks outlined above, there are many more benefits alongside what is written above for you to enjoy. Find out more during your interview!

What you’ll be doing:

The role of the Head of DDaT Portfolio Delivery will have:

• Deep understanding of software development, IT infrastructure, DevOps, Agile, and Scrum practices, with experience in AI, ML, RPA, UX, design, end-user testing, and requirements gathering.
• Ability to analyse complex problems, devise solutions, and make informed decisions under pressure.
• Identify risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure projects stay on track.
• Ensure deliverables meet standards through effective QA and testing protocols, with continuous monitoring and evaluation.
• Comprehensive understanding of project lifecycles, tailoring Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies for timely, budget-compliant delivery.
• Capable of troubleshooting technical issues and understanding software or product development intricacies.
• Expertise in system architecture, DevOps, risk management, ITIL, technical documentation, and programming languages.
• Oversee testing quality internally and with vendors, ensuring robust methodologies and evidence collection.
• Familiarity with technologies used, capable of troubleshooting technical issues.

What we’re looking for:

• Extensive experience delivering complex digital and tech-enabled programs, with deep knowledge of healthcare technology ecosystems (e.g., NHS Digital, EPRs, FHIR, GDPR, DSPT).
• Proficient in Agile, Scrum, DevOps, SAFe, Lean, and Waterfall, ensuring efficient delivery across cross-functional teams.
• Proven leadership in digital/data/technology strategy, including authoring and presenting strategic documents to executive teams.
• Skilled in developing and deploying client-facing digital solutions (e.g., portals, remote monitoring, digital health apps), ensuring compliance, usability, and smooth go-live transitions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and vendor management skills, including RFPs and procurement via NHS frameworks (G-Cloud, Digital Marketplace).
• Expertise in demand and capacity planning for DDaT, aligning delivery with business needs, compliance, and budget.
• Experienced in BI and data strategy projects, including integration, analytics, automation, and emerging technologies (RPA, AI, ML).
• Able to gather technical requirements aligned with business goals and system capabilities.
• Skilled in measuring ROI on tech initiatives using KPIs and cost-benefit analysis.
• Strong project management skills across the full lifecycle, blending PRINCE2 governance with Agile and Waterfall delivery.
• Experienced in Agile product development—from strategy to launch—and translating complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Deep knowledge of emerging digital trends and their strategic applications.
• Flexible to travel and work outside core hours as required.
• Established and led PMO practices to ensure strategic alignment, risk management, resource planning, and continuous improvement.

Digital Marketing, Head of Website Transformation | £80,000 - £96,473 | 12-month FTC | Hybrid Working | London

For a complex, global organisation (100 million users in 100+ countries), we're recruiting a Digital Marketing, Head of Website Transformation for a 12-month FTC (with potential to extend to 3-years). Reporting to the Group Marketing Director, this is a senior position within the Marketing and Communications team and will be key in transforming the website infrastructure for the organisation, leading the selection and implementation of a new CMS, ensuring the chosen platform aligns with marketing strategies and business goals.

This role will oversee the strategic development of a new website ecosystem for the organisation to simplify the domain structure and CMS in use for over 300 business and country specific websites. The goal is to ensure a successful CMS implementation empowers the marketing and communications team to create, manage and optimise content effectively, driving business growth and audience engagement.

Main Duties:

• Create a roadmap for the website ecosystem development, content, and functionality to align with organisation marketing and communication goals
• Act as SRO for procurement and the implementation of a new CMS
• Oversee the transformation of more than 300 business and country-specific websites into a simplified unified domain and CMS structure
• Act as the main point of contact between the Marketing and Comms function and the Digital and Tech teams, providing business context to inform technical requirements of the project
• Build and nurture relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders
• Build in-depth understanding of the operational context, opportunities and threats for marketing, linking issues across the organisation to ensure website design and development are aligned with global marketing strategy

Person Specification:

• Degree or qualification in Marketing, Communications, or Business or demonstrable level of equivalent experience
• 10 years + of related experience across Digital Marketing
• Proven experience in managing complex websites and successful website migration projects with multiple stakeholders, regions and languages
• Leadership of teams both directly and indirectly
• Track record of managing SaaS vendors, and digital marketing agencies
• CIM Marketing competencies including the influence of strategy formulation, and influence of digital strategy
• Education, EdTech, Teaching or Exams sector experience would be highly desirable
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and project management skills
• Experience of CMS ecosystems i.e., Drupal, WordPress, and enterprise CMS platforms

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Our Client is a passionate charity on a mission to tackle food insecurity with compassion, innovation, and community power. In just a few short years, they have grown from a place-based initiative to a highly respected, volunteer-led charity supporting 33 food banks across north London and Hertfordshire and have delivered over £7 million worth of essential goods to people in crisis. Food Bank Aid's distinctive model, rooted in targeted procurement, relevant needs-based support, and a vast network of 400 active volunteers, has positioned them as a primary resource for grass roots charities in London.

With ambitious plans for growth, they are now seeking an Engagement and Development Officer to elevate their fundraising to the next level.

Permanent

North London

Flexible working opportunities available

£35,000

The Engagement and Development Officer will manage the website, social media, and email campaigns while supporting the wider team with creative design and fundraising communications. You'll oversee marketing workflows, analyse performance, and create engaging content in line with our brand and mission. The role also includes supporting the CEO and team with other fundraising activities, for example prospect research, low-level grant applications, partnership events and CRM management.

We're seeking a proactive and organised individual with proven experience in fundraising, marketing operations, or digital marketing. You'll be confident using tools like WordPress, MailChimp, Google Analytics, Hootsuite, and Canva, with strong communication skills and a can-do attitude. Previous experience in the charity sector in a similar role is essential.

We will be considering applications on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. In person interviews will be held on the 29th August (flexibility can be offered if required).

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.