The Information Commissioner’s Office is looking for an outstanding strategic communicator with a passion for information rights to lead and inspire our communications department.

You will be responsible for a busy and dynamic multi-disciplinary communications service, leading management and delivery of the communications strategy which supports the ICO’s ambitions and objectives.

This is high profile, often demanding, and rewarding role, working to the ICO’s Director of Communications. You will oversee the development delivery of communications strategies and campaigns, and responsible for making sure that our communications make a difference.

You will have significant experience of working at a senior level in a strategic communications role in a complex organisation, experience of managing creative and innovative teams, the ability to react quickly, with good judgement as well as proactively to protect and enhance the reputation of the ICO.

The role involves close engagement with the Information Commissioner and other senior staff, as well as a number of different teams and external stakeholders.

The Information Commissioner’s Office

An independent public body, we uphold information rights in the public interest, promoting openness by public bodies and data privacy for individuals. As well as educating organisations and promoting good practice, we oversee the legislation to ensure people’s data is secure, accurate and properly managed.

Why work for the ICO?

We are proud to provide our people with a premium benefits package. We are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy:

• Flexible working hours, including flexi leave.
• Civil Service Pension arrangements.
• 25 days' paid holiday a year with options to buy, sell, and bank days.
• Extra "privilege" days in addition to normal public holidays.
• Compressed working hours options.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Health cash plan.
• Colleague assistance scheme.
• Access to many discounted products and services.
• Welfare and family-friendly policies.
• Staff medical scheme and eyesight testing.

Closing date: Sunday 8 March 2020; 23:59

Interviews are expected to take place w/c 23 March 2020.

Please note that post holders for this role will be required to receive security clearance to SC level. This requires the disclosure of spent and unspent convictions. Although convictions will be taken into account, any such information will not necessarily prevent you from obtaining a security clearance.

The ICO is committed to equal opportunities in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community

About us

As an independent body serving the public, we uphold information rights for all. We do this by promoting openness in public bodies, as well as data privacy for individuals. As well as this, we oversee legislation that ensures people’s data is secure, accurate and robustly managed.

The ICO is making changes to the way we provide information rights services to SMEs. We have a number of exciting opportunities to be at the forefront of those changes.

About the role

Business Services provides a range of information rights services for SMEs. These include providing advice, dealing with reported breaches, growing the register of fee payers, account managing stakeholders, developing compliance aids and providing assurance services. Our work is varied and fast paced, as we strive to provide first class services that remain relevant to the evolving needs and expectations of our customers.

The successful candidate will manage the ICO’s relationships with key stakeholders related to small business, identifying opportunities for engagement and successfully influencing to secure that engagement. They will also undertake research and policy development, developing guidance and other tools to help SMEs comply with the law.

About you

You will have five years’ experience of working at a graduate level with a strong intellectual ability to analyse complex legislation and apply it to particular cases. You will have good judgement and the confidence to take sound, high profile decisions.

You will be a first class communicator. You will have strong verbal communication skills and be able to effectively represent the ICO, including through speaking engagements. You will also be an effective writer, able to convert complex issues into clear, practical advice for small businesses.

You will also have the interpersonal skills necessary to negotiate and maintain good relationships with senior officials in assigned stakeholder areas and to contribute to the provision of a professional, proactive and unified ICO service.

Closing Date

Applications must be submitted by 23:59 on Sunday 1 March 2020.

Please note if you are appointed to work with the ICO you will be required to complete security clearance processes. These include identity and qualification checks and a Basic Disclosure level check of unspent criminal convictions.

The ICO is committed to equal opportunities in employment and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

TPP is proud to be working with a leading health charity to recruit for a Senior Community Fundraiser. The role is permanent, based from home, paying between £34,638 - £36,803 and working in the North West Region*.

The purpose of the role will be to generate income from key areas which include corporate fundraising, volunteer group fundraising and community DIY fundraising. Within corporate fundraising you will aim to secure new partnerships and account manage existing ones. From this you will have experience of securing new business circa £25k and experience of working on COTY proposals/accounts. You will also use your sound relationship skills to provide advice, guidance and support to volunteers, individuals and groups carrying out DIY fundraising activities and challenge events, with the aim of uplifting value and driving retention. Overall, you will work towards a target of £250k across all income streams.

To be successful in this role you will have formal fundraising experience with a sound track record of income generation. You will be comfortable in seeking out new business and have excellent people skills to deliver exceptional supporter journeys. Finally, you will be a passionate fundraiser who has the vision to see the bigger picture and contribute to the overall growth of the charity.

*This role requires extensive regional travel. You will need to have a full driving license and your own car - travel expenses are reimbursed.

How to apply

Closing date for applications: 24th February

First Interview: 27th February (telephone)

Second Interview: 5th March

If you wish to apply for the role or would like further information, please or send your CV to the Fundraising Team at TPP Recrutment.

PAPYRUS is the national UK charity dedicated to preventing young suicide.

1. DESIGNATION Media Manager
2. HOURS 36 per week (some planned unsocial hours)
3. SALARY NJC Scale 27-30 (£30,507 - £32,878) & 5% pension contribution 
   (plus 17.5% London weighting if applicant is London-based)
4. LOCATION Warrington or London with travel across the UK
5. RESPONSIBLE TO Head of Marketing and Communications
6. ACCOUNTABLE FOR None but open to growth
7. PURPOSE OF POST
   1. To optimise our engagement with print and broadcast media.
   2. To monitor UK print and broadcast media in the UK to ensure sensitive reporting in line with IPSO and Ofcom guidance.
8. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Head of Marketing and Communications and Team; PAPYRUS Trustees, Chief Executive, Staff, Volunteers and Supporters.
9. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
   1. Execute planned, targeted press and broadcast media communications programme with strong news elements that reach and influence target audiences.
   2. Provide advice and guidance to Senior Management, Trustees and other stakeholders in matters relating to external print and broadcast media.
   3. Support Head of Marketing and Communications with
      1. reputation management
      2. crisis communications
   4. Develop and maintain our relationships with national and regional media professionals.
   5. Create national and regional press communications to support all activity bases of the charity.
   6. Promote and monitor sensitive, accurate reporting of suicide by all media sectors, including drama and documentary programme-makers, in line with IPSO and Ofcom guidelines. Further the charity’s relationship with both and similar bodies.
   7. Build a strong relationship with Head of Marketing to ensure maximum exposure and impact of marketing campaigns through targeted press and broadcast media.
   8. Monitor and regularly review and report on Press Office achievement against objectives agreed by the Head of Marketing and Communications.
   9. Monitor media coverage and report findings regularly to Head of Marketing and Communications.
   10. Ensure all media and press relations activity is well co-ordinated to deliver maximum impact.
   11. Ensure maximum availability to respond to journalist and programme makers’ requests through a ‘duty press officer’ schedule.
   12. Be available and contribute proactively, often a short notice, in responding to breaking news.
   13. Contribute to internal communications in relation to press office activity.
   14. Be prepared to travel to PAPYRUS regional offices and other venues as required and be prepared for ‘unsocial’ hours and overnight stays as deemed necessary.
   15. Keep on top of developing news relevant to the trends and behaviours of young people, the nation’s attitude to suicide and mental health and be prepared to react swiftly to support the Senior Management Team and other colleagues with guidance on response messages. Contribute ideas to strategic campaigns.
   16. Provide media guidance to families, schools and other relevant bodies affected by young suicide to help leverage accurate, sensitive reporting following a suicide and at events such as inquests.
   17. Line manage any future staff and volunteers within the Press Office.

1. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
   1. Work closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications to contribute as required to the advice and information PAPYRUS provides on its website, social media channels and literature for various stakeholders.
   2. Respect confidentiality within policy and manage information as per the Data Protection legislation and General Data Protection Regulations
   3. Understand duties and manage any matters relating to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults within PAPYRUS policy and in line with safeguarding legislation and agreed protocols.
   4. Attend and contribute constructively to line management supervision and appraisal protocols.
   5. Attend training courses and develop agreed professional development plans within the scope of the post.

1. ADDITIONAL DUTIES It is the nature of the work of PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff are, therefore, expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and when tasks not specifically covered in their job description have to be undertaken. These additional duties will normally be to cover unforeseen circumstances or changes in work and they will normally be compatible with the regular type of work. If the additional responsibility or task becomes a regular or frequent part of the job, it will be included in the job description in consultation with the member of staff.

1. CONFIDENTIALITY It is expected that all PAPYRUS employees understand that our work is confidential and that neither details about those who use its services nor any other PAPYRUS business should be divulged to members of the public. A confidentiality agreement must be signed on taking up this post. Further details are outlined in the PAPYRUS Confidentiality Policy.

1. BASIC PRINCIPLES The post holder is expected to be familiar with and have regard to the ethos and values of PAPYRUS and work within that framework. He/she must be prepared to operate without prejudice to all who approach PAPYRUS or work with the organisation at any level.

1. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE Conditions of Service are broadly in line with those set out by the National Joint Council for Local Government Services. PAPYRUS has a probationary period of 6 months for all posts. Appointment to this post may be subject to satisfactory completion of Vetting and Barring Scheme checks.

1. QUALIFICATIONS See Person Specification

Looking for a Finance Business Partnering role with the genuine capacity to influence senior stakeholders and contribute towards strategic development?

Want to work for a forward-thinking organisation with an incredible social reach?

Are you a driven and ambitious accountancy professional that is looking to assume extra responsibilities as you progress?

If yes, then this could be the role for you!

My client is a Manchester based organisation who is looking for a Finance Business Partner to join them on a permanent basis. With flexible working hours, the ability to work from home and unparalleled opportunities to grow and develop professionally, this is the perfect role for a motivated and ambitious finance professional who is looking to further their career in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

The main responsibilities of this Finance Business Partner role will include:

• Full responsibility for producing cost centre reports for budget holders and senior leadership at month end, analysing variances and providing commentary as necessary.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across your directorate, providing financial support and guidance to support with performance and decision making.
• Take the lead in the creation and review of budgets and forecasts for your area of responsibility, producing reports and communicating these across the organisation.
• Capacity building budget holders and other members of the finance team and engage in finance efficiency improvements, including the development of existing month end reporting and accounting architecture.
• Provide invaluable support in the year-end reporting process and the closure of accounts.

The successful candidate will have:

• Part-Qualified as an accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Experience of producing reports at month end.
• Strong knowledge and experience of double entry.
• Proficient Excel skills, including vlookups and pivot tables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and be a proactive worker.

If you are interested in this Finance Business Partner opportunity, please do not delay in applying as CVs are being reviewed daily and the client is looking to interview ASAP.

I am urgently looking to recruit an Interim Head of Financial Services for a regulatory body based in Manchester until the end of June at least.

Main Duties:  

The Finance Systems team exists to support the business of regulatory body managing nearly £5billion of funding across England. The team is based in the office in central Manchester.

• Lead the regulatory bodies financial systems operations.  Ensure training and education programmes and processes are in place for the finance and non-finance staff using the financial systems
• Ensure that the financial systems deliver all Bodies financial reporting requirements as efficiently and as effectively as possible and meeting due deadlines and statutory requirements.
• Maintain first class working relationships with external audit, the National Audit Office
• Review financial processes and systems to identify the most effective work streams in the future
• Manage Shared Services Contracts
• Analyse in full the business processes and controls as a preliminary to tender for the Finance and Accounting Service platform in 2020.
• Analyse the scope to integrate the Finance and Accounting systems with other non-finance systems.
• Deputise for the Deputy Director of Finance when required

Key requirements include:

• CCAB qualified with current professional registration
• Master’s degree or equivalent experience
• Experience of working at a senior level in Finance and leading a staff group of over 20 staff.
• Extensive and demonstrable knowledge of specialist areas required to undertake this role

Seeking an experienced minute taker, to join the Company as an Executive Assistant to the Board of Trustees.

Following a restructure, we have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant to join our Company. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board Chairperson, supporting the Board Chairperson, Committee Chairperson(s), and Company Secretary in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Board and associated Sub Committees and will include ensuring meetings are effectively organised, planned and minuted and maintaining effective records and administration.

You must have minute taking experience and experience in a similar role within a highly pressurised environment requiring tact, judgement and discretion in handling internal and external contacts.

You must also have excellent attention to detail, the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, able to work confidently on own initiative with limited supervision.

 If you are interested in this exciting challenge and think you have the required skills to work in our busy office, we look forward to hearing from you.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and applications from skilled disabled people are particularly welcome.

Digital Marketing Coordinator

You will join our client as a Digital Marketing Coordinator where you will assist in the day to day running of the Marketing and Communications Department, with the purpose of undertaking various digital marketing and administrative tasks across its insurance, risk management and training activities.

You will take accountability for reviewing and producing content for the companies’ websites, digital marketing campaigns and the management of social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.)

Digital Marketing Coordinator Responsibilities:

- Proactively review, edit, create and publish content for our clients digital channels, including overseeing and coordinating the redevelopment of company websites, and updating and managing content using the in-house CMS.
- Ensure that all content published is compliant, accurate, up to date, meets style guidelines and, above all, relevant, engaging and accessible to our various target audiences.
- Be accountable for optimising, analysing and reporting on web and social media activity as well as growing the online community and raising the awareness and profile of our client.
- Coordinate and own the digital elements of planned marketing campaigns.
- Deal effectively with feedback and enquiries received through social media.

Digital Marketing Coordinator Requirements:

- Holding a relevant degree or equivalent qualification or vocational experience in a similar role.
- Experience of using web content management systems to create and publish web content.
- Experience in email campaign execution is essential.
- Use of social media management platforms, such as Hootsuite and Sprout Social.
- Experience in writing online content and / or managing social media accounts.
- A passion for marketing alongside the ambition, drive and ability to deliver ideas.

Our client are an equal opportunities employer. They encourage applications whatever your background – be it educational background, disability, gender, age, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

No external recruitment agencies please.

About Our Client:

Our client is a mutual insurance company founded in 1865 and run by experienced veterinary surgeons on behalf of the veterinary profession. A Member is not just a customer and they work hard to uphold their personal and practice reputation.

They provide professional indemnity insurance to the practice profession and insure against the effects of claims of negligence. They help thier Members develop through advice and guidance, publications and training.

Location: Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 8XZ

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 35 hours per week, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Salary: £22,000 to £26,000 per annum dependent upon experience

Benefits: 25 days holidays per annum. Pension: Non-contributory individual pension. Probationary period: Any offer made by the Society is subject to a three-month probationary period. Eligibility to work in the UK: Successful applicants are responsible for producing proof of entitlement to work in the UK. Regulated Company: The Society is regulated with the FCA and PRA and therefore we will be undertaking a DBS and a credit check prior to your employment.

Closing Date: 21 February 2020

You may have experience of the following: Digital Marketing Coordinator, Online Marketing, Email Marketing Assistant, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Administrator, Marketing Executive, Marketing Co-ordinator, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Coordinator, Marketing Associate, Digital Marketing Executive, etc.

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