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As a Senior Employment Advisor (Youth Employment Lead), you will sit within the Adult Learning, Skills and Employment team, delivering high-quality, person-centered employment support to residents facing a range of complex barriers to work. You will take a lead role within our youth employment provision, working alongside colleagues across the service to ensure strong outcomes for all beneficiaries and will also deliver across all our funded provision which may vary over time but will always target those with significant barriers to employment.
Reporting to the Employability & Progression Manager, you will manage and support a varied caseload into employment by providing high-quality information and guidance. You will conduct in-depth initial assessments to produce SMART and tailored action plans, maintain regular meaningful contact with beneficiaries, and conduct regular reviews of agreed actions. It is essential that you are able to demonstrate and encourage a positive mindset among beneficiaries by adopting a strengths-based approach to their journey into employment.
You will deliver holistic, person-centered support spanning one-to-one guidance, CV and interview preparation, and the planning and delivery of group workshops and employment preparation sessions. You will have a strong understanding of the local and London employer landscape and will contribute to ensuring we consistently meet the performance targets and KPIs that underpin our funded programmes.
You will have at least 3 years’ experience working in a similar post supporting disadvantaged groups back to work and/or training and education. You will have experience of working in an evidence-based practice, working to set targets, and will be equipped with strong influencing and interpersonal skills. You will also be responsible for producing and submitting weekly/monthly caseload reports and maintaining accurate, up-to-date beneficiary records on our internal systems.
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Are you a solutions architect with heaps of Salesforce experience, who loves dogs?
We’re searching for a Senior Salesforce Solutions Architect, who will be responsible for secure and scalable solutions for Salesforce, which will play a key role in the realisation of our long-term organisational objectives.
What does this role do?
As Senior Salesforce Solutions Architect, you’ll:
- be the organisational expert on Salesforce solutions, acting as a trusted advisor to stakeholders across the organisation, with the ability to translate their complex requirements into effective solutions,
- produce high-level and low-level architecture artefacts, ensuring quality and consistency at all times, and working closely with internal teams and third-party partners to deliver,
- ensure solutions are designed with overall strategy, architecture and data management principles in mind – you’ll clearly understand how the solutions enable the delivery of our strategy,
- work closely with IT colleagues, from understanding requirements to contributing to Agile delivery frameworks, collaborating effectively every step of the walk,
- contribute to the ongoing evolution of Dogs Trust’s enterprise architecture strategy, always looking for opportunities to optimise and enhance processes.
Screening calls for this role are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 6th July 2026, with panel interviews the following week.
Could this be you?
This role combines technical skills with excellent stakeholder engagement. Proven, hands-on experience as a Salesforce architect in a complex, multi-cloud environment is essential, with experience of Sales Cloud, Service Cloud and Non-Profit Service Pack (NPSP). At the same time, you’ll need to be confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate and present complex solutions to non-technical stakeholders in meaningful language. A passion for dogs and the work we do is essential.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
The National Deaf Ministry Advisor plays an important role in helping the Church of England become more inclusive and accessible for Deaf people. Working within a national team that supports ministry and leadership across the Church, the post holder will bring expertise in Deaf culture, communication and advocacy to ensure Deaf people can fully participate in worship, leadership and community life. This includes advising senior leaders, supporting policy development and helping to shape a Church where Deaf voices are heard, valued and represented. You will work closely with colleagues, dioceses and networks supporting Deaf ministry to provide guidance, training and encouragement. The role involves building strong relationships, supporting those already involved in Deaf ministry and advocating for fair access and opportunities, including for those exploring ordained or lay ministry roles. This is a collaborative and outward-facing position, well suited to someone passionate about inclusion and equity, with the ability to influence change at a national level. You will help ensure that the Church's mission reflects and serves Deaf communities in ways that are linguistically and culturally appropriate, enabling fuller participation across all aspects of church life.
The National Deaf Ministry Advisor will play a key role in shaping a more inclusive Church, ensuring Deaf people are supported, represented and able to participate fully in ministry and church life. This is a varied and collaborative role, combining strategic influence with practical support and relationship-building across the Church of England. In this role, you will:
- Provide expert advice to senior leaders on matters affecting Deaf people, helping shape policy, practice and inclusive approaches across the Church
- Champion and advocate for Deaf people, ensuring their voices, experiences and needs are recognised and embedded in decision-making
- Support and strengthen networks by working with dioceses, chaplains and volunteers involved in Deaf ministry Strive for excellence | Show compassion | Collaborate | Respect others | Act with integrity
- Facilitate training and development, equipping those working with Deaf communities with the skills and confidence they need * Enable fair access to ministry pathways, supporting Deaf candidates through discernment, training and leadership opportunities
- Work collaboratively with key groups and stakeholders to progress inclusion and share good practice across the Church
You will balance strategic thinking with hands-on engagement, building strong relationships and helping create a Church that reflects and welcomes Deaf people at every level.
To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong understanding of Deaf culture and knowledge of BSL alongside the ability to influence, collaborate and advocate effectively within a large and complex organisation. You will be confident working with a wide range of people, from community members to senior leaders and motivated by a genuine commitment to inclusion and equality. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- A strong understanding of Deaf culture and community, with experience of working alongside Deaf people in an inclusive and empowering way
- A knowledge of BSL and the ability to understand and communicate with Deaf people who use only BSL to communicate is essential, alongside excellent written and spoken communication more broadly
- Experience of advocacy and influencing change, particularly in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion
- An ability to build relationships and work collaboratively, bringing people together across different teams, organisations or networks
- Experience of supporting or developing others, for example through training, mentoring or working with volunteers
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities, work independently and deliver across a varied workload
- An understanding of the Church of England (or a similar organisation), or the ability to quickly build confidence working within a large national institution
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



A little about us
We are one of the largest providers of mental health services to schools in Greater London. We also provide high quality early years education and family support, including offering emergency assistance for families in crisis. This work makes a real difference to thousands of children and families each year.
Our values
We work with people of all faiths and none; our sole aim is to help those in greatest need so they can overcome the challenges they face and achieve their potential. Our work is underpinned by our core values of integrity, compassion, inclusion and partnership.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Management Team (SMT) of a dynamic and growing children’s charity as Head of Human Resources and Operations, taking on a critical leadership role to support the next phase of our development. Working closely with the SMT as trusted advisor and most senior HR professional, you will provide strategic and operational advice, guidance and support to the organisation on all people related practices.
What we are looking for
The successful candidate will have:
· A CIPD Level 7 qualification, or equivalent demonstrable senior HR experience.
· A strong track record of working successfully within a senior HR role.
· Initiative, creativity and a proactive approach.
· Excellent interpersonal and people management skills.
What you will get in return
· Generous annual leave allowance of 35 days p.a. plus bank holidays (pro rata)
· 11% employer pension contribution
· Access to a staff Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
· Hybrid working options.
· CPD opportunities.
· The opportunity to wake up each morning and feel you are making a positive difference.
Salary
£60,000 - £65,000 p.a. pro rata (£36,000 - £39,000 for three days per week).
Hours
Three days per week (21 hours), with flexibility to spread hours across the full working week if preferred.
Location
Lovely office at 73 St Charles Square, London. W10 6EJ (private off-street parking is available for staff), with hybrid working options.
How to apply
A full job description is attached. Please apply using the 'Apply Now' button and include your CV and cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter is concise (max. two sides of A4) and clearly set out why your skills and experience make you suitable for this role and what motivated you to apply.
CLOSING DATE: Monday 6th July 2026, 9am
INTEVIEW DATE: Week commencing 13th July 2026
Please be aware that due to the high volume of applications, feedback will not be provided for candidates who are not shortlisted.
Further information
CCS is an inclusive employer and we aim to have a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we service. There is no requirement for our staff to be Catholic and we encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to safer recruitment and maintaining a strong and positive safeguarding culture. This post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. References from current/past employers will also be sought once an offer has been made.
Charity No. 210920
Your cover letter should be concise (max. two sides of A4) and clearly set out why your skills and experience make you suitable for this role and what motivated you to apply.
Cerebra is the national charity dedicated to improving the lives of children with neurological conditions and their families. We provide vital research, support, and practical solutions that empower families facing complex challenges.
With an annual income of £3 million and a headcount of 68 employees, we have ambitious plans to double our income between 2025 and 2027, ensuring we can extend our impact, reach more families, and drive real change. To achieve this, we are investing in fundraising innovation, income generating ventures, and strategic partnerships, alongside enhancing our brand to increase our national recognition.
Our work is underpinned by our values ensuring that everything we do aligns with our mission to create a better world for children with neurological conditions.
This is an incredibly exciting time to join Cerebra, as we are preparing to launch our new strategy and brand. The COO is a vital leadership role that will support the drive towards even greater impact for children and families across the UK.
Our Services
Sleep Advice Service
Cerebra understands that if you have a child that doesn’t sleep, the whole family suffers. Many children with neurological conditions suffer from disrupted sleep. Our sleep advice service provides bespoke advice and support so that everyone can get a good night’s sleep.
Legal Rights Service
Our Legal Rights Service provides help and support to families of children with neurological conditions when they are faced with barriers and difficulties in accessing statutory support services they are entitled to. The service provides information on their legal entitlements.
Book and Toy Library Service
Our specialist postal lending library contains a wide range of books for both adults and children, plus a selection of sensory toys specifically chosen for children with a neurological condition.
Innovation and Product Design Service
Our Innovation Service designs and builds bespoke products that cater to the specific needs of children with neurological conditions. The aim of the service is to make products that are desirable and exciting, therefore promoting social inclusion, peer acceptance and enabling children to participate in everyday activities that are so often close to them.
Information Products
Cerebra publishes different information products to help families with a child with a neurological condition. Our information products offer comprehensive, up-to-date support and research-driven strategies to assist families with a wide range of issues.
Buzgi and Toy Adaptation Service
Cerebra designs and builds bespoke assistive equipment for disabled children, this includes creating custom mobility aids, switch‑adapted toys, and other innovative solutions to help children access play, learning, and independence.
The Bugzi - a mini powered wheelchair for children offers many children their first experience of independent mobility. It uses either a joystick or switches and adaptable seating for complex needs, and helps develop spatial awareness, confidence, and early mobility skills. The Bugzi is available through a national loan scheme.
Additionally, we operate commercial services (including a web shop) to supplement our income to support children and their families.
Our services are provided to families free of charge.
Job Title:
Chief Operating Officer
Reports To:
Chief Executive Officer
Direct reports:
3 senior managers (Finance (headcount of 3), HR (headcount of 1), IT (headcount of 5))
Purpose of the Role:
The Chief Operating Officer will play a vital role in supporting the Chief Executive Officer, Board and Leadership Team to deliver Cerebra’s vision and ambitious strategic aims. The Chief Operating Officer will provide strategic leadership and operational management across key areas within Cerebra including:
- Operational Systems
- Governance
- Compliance
- Finance and Growth
This is a pivotal executive leadership role, responsible for driving organisational performance, sustainability and growth. The COO will translate Cerebra’s strategic ambitions into effective operational delivery, ensuring robust governance, financial stewardship and a high-performing, values-led culture.
As a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, the COO will lead core operational services and commercial activity, enabling the charity to maximise impact and generate sustainable income in support of its charitable objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic & Executive Leadership
- Partner with the CEO and Board to deliver strategic priorities, growth and long-term sustainability
- Collaboration with the Director’s Group to ensure strategic alignment across the charity. The Director’s Group consists of:
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Director of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications
Director of Research and Support Services
- Provide expert advice on finance, operations, commercial performance and organisational risk
- Lead organisational planning, business continuity, and operational resilience
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and inclusion
Finance, Commercial & Sustainability
- Lead financial strategy, planning and performance, ensuring long-term sustainability
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial controls
- Lead and develop Cerebra’s strategy for commercial income , ensuring alignment with charitable objectives
- Support funding growth through strong financial insight and business case development
- Ensure robust financial governance, audit and compliance
Operations & Infrastructure
- Lead and strengthen operational functions including HR, IT, governance and administration
- Ensure effective systems, processes and infrastructure that enable growth, efficiency and impact
- Oversee procurement, contracts, facilities, and organisational compliance
- Drive innovation and value for money across operations
People & Culture
- Champion a positive, inclusive and high-performing organisational culture
- Oversee HR strategy, workforce planning and leadership development
- Ensure compliance with employment law and best practice
- Promote wellbeing, engagement and organisational effectiveness
Digital & Technology
- Provide strategic oversight of IT, data and digital development
- Ensure systems are secure, resilient and aligned to organisational needs
- Leverage data and technology to improve insight, decision-making and organisational impact
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure effective governance frameworks, risk management and regulatory compliance
- Support the CEO and Board with high-quality reporting and strategic insight
- Lead safeguarding, data protection and organisational risk strategy
- Drive a strong culture of accountability and ethical practice
Leadership & Management
- Lead and develop a small senior team across finance, HR and IT
- Build capability, strengthen performance, and embed a collaborative culture
- Model Cerebra’s values and leadership behaviours
Key Attributes
- Strategic and commercially minded leader with strong operational delivery experience
- Strong financial leadership and business acumen
- Proven track record of driving income growth, sustainability and organisational performance
- Skilled in governance, risk and stakeholder engagement
Please see attached job description for the Person Specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Senior Employment Advisor is responsible for managing and supporting a team of Employment Advisors who deliver structured employment support to clients engaged in NHS Talking Therapies.
Employment Advisors typically provide 6–8 sessions of tailored employment guidance, which is fully integrated into the individual’s therapeutic journey.
This integrated model ensures that clients receive coordinated support that addresses both their mental health needs and barriers to employment, helping them progress towards sustainable work outcomes at a pace aligned with their recovery
We endeavour to make sure that everyone with a mental health or emotional issue has somewhere to turn for advice and support.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about helping young people around the world to access decent, sustainable work? The King’s Trust International is looking for a Senior Global Advisor, Decent Work to provide strategic and technical leadership across our global employment and self-employment portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to shape how we support young people to build skills, confidence and livelihoods, while influencing high-quality programme design across diverse international contexts.
In this role, you will lead the review and improvement of KTI’s priority employability and enterprise programme models, ensuring they are evidence-led, locally relevant and aligned with emerging best practice in youth employment and decent work. You will work closely with regional delivery, impact, fundraising and programme teams to strengthen quality, support localisation and help grow programmes that deliver meaningful outcomes for young people.
What you’ll do
• Lead a comprehensive review of employment and self-employment programmes, identifying strengths, gaps and opportunities to increase impact.
• Translate learning into practical improvements, including new programme content, delivery tools, processes and global quality standards.
• Provide expert technical support to regional teams on programme design, employer engagement, localisation and proposal development.
• Collaborate with the Impact team to strengthen monitoring, evaluation and evidence-informed decision-making.
• Work with Fundraising colleagues to scope opportunities, engage partners, support design workshops and contribute to project plans and budgets.
• Co-lead KTI’s employability Community of Practice, championing learning and sharing insight across the organisation and wider sector.
• Represent KTI externally with donors, peer organisations and global networks, helping position us as a thought leader in youth employability and self-employment.
We are looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on programme expertise, strong relationship-building skills and a commitment to inclusive, youth-centred impact. If you want to help shape global approaches to decent work and support young people to learn, earn and thrive, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About The Advocacy Project
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care. We’re here to make sure people who are vulnerable because of their circumstance can understand their rights, make effective choices about their lives and voice their concerns.
Some of the ways we do this include:
·advocacy services that make sure people can express their wishes when decisions are being made about their care or wellbeing
·user involvement projects that help organisations improve what they offer by listening to people who use their services
·local Healthwatch services, which act as health and social care champions for the areas they serve and give people a direct channel to share their feedback
Our services are independent, confidential, and free to those receiving them. Together, our teams are standing up for essential rights and supporting people to have a say on the issues that matter to them.
About the role
You’ll provide a warm and professional presence and a welcoming space to everyone that contacts The Advocacy Project. You’ll interact regularly with senior managers from local government and the NHS, local councillors, charities, and people in need of our services. Some of those who use our services may be unwell or in desperate need of help. A calm, professional manner is therefore key. You’ll be proactive in finding ways to help people, whether through making a referral to our services or signposting to services provided by other organisations.
Key responsibilities
î Answer calls professionally and in line with our customer service standards
î Manage the info email box ensuring all queries are dealt with in a timely and professional manner.
î Listen to voicemails and take appropriate action
î Refer queries about existing referrals to the appropriate advocate or service manager proactively. Where appropriate chase to ensure that the advocate or manager has continued to work on the case
î Make referrals to our own service using the web form which helps you enter relevant information into our Case Management System
î Maintain a list of services provided by other organisations so that you can signpost people if they need a service that we do not offer
î Upload reports received from external agencies into our Case Management System
î Act with care and attention in line with our data protect and confidentiality policies; you’ll be dealing with sensitive personal data
î Follow a simple flowchart; remain alert to potential safeguarding situations where prompt action needs to be taken to keep people safe
î Call the Duty Advocate and request assistance on complex cases
î Raise potential issues and problems with your manager at the earliest possible opportunity
General responsibilities
î Participate in team meetings and training
î Participate in personal, team and organisational development
î Contribute to monitoring reports
î Keep to our policies, including health & safety, safeguarding and risk regulations
î Work to our mission, vision, and values
î Carry out other projects and tasks as needed
Person specification
We welcome applications from people with transferrable skills and qualities, and people with diverse employment histories and personal backgrounds.
Essential qualities and attributes:
î Aligned to our values – voice, rights, and choice
î Calm empathetic professional manner
î Shows professional curiosity – no stone unturned when trying to find the root cause of issues that individuals face
î Proactive and responsive
î Committed to high quality work
î Team player
î Experience of customer care or helplines, including handling telephone calls
î Good knowledge of IT – Microsoft Office and other databases
î Experience of data entry
î Experience of working to customer service standards
Desirable knowledge, experience and qualifications:
î Ideally you have worked in health and social care. Experience of working in consumer organisations such as a utility company would also be beneficial
î Good understanding of advocacy
Benefits of working for us
We’re committed to providing an empowering, flexible and supportive working environment for all our staff.
Our employee benefits include 30 days annual leave (including up to 3 days between Christmas and New Year), participation in a pension scheme with 6% employer contribution, access to a free confidential counselling service, and an interest-free travel/bike loan.
All our staff are supported to learn and develop in a variety of ways, including a monthly lecture series where we invite sector experts to talk to our staff on topical issues.
We are a Disability Confident and Mindful Employer.
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Natural History Museum
Senior Finance Business Partner
Salary: £65,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time (36 hours per week)
Hybrid working: 3 days a week in the office based in South Kensington
The Natural History Museum is one of the world’s most iconic visitor attractions and a globally respected scientific research centre. Home to over 80 million specimens, we are uniquely placed to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing our planet today. Each year we welcome more than five million visitors, inspiring people to care about the natural world.
As we work towards our ambitious strategy leading up to our 150th anniversary in 2031, we are seeking a talented and driven finance professional to play a critical role in supporting major capital programmes and shaping financial decision-making across the organisation.
This is a high-profile and impactful role where you will partner with senior stakeholders, providing insight, challenge and robust financial analysis to support both strategic and operational decisions.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Senior Finance Business Partner will play a central role in supporting the Museum’s capital programmes, including the NHM150 portfolio.
You will lead on financial planning, modelling and analysis, ensuring accurate and insightful reporting to support decision-making across complex, multi-year projects.
Working closely with senior leaders, project teams and external stakeholders, you will act as a trusted advisor—bringing commercial insight, financial rigour and strategic thinking to drive successful outcomes.
This role combines technical excellence, leadership and strong stakeholder engagement, with a clear focus on continuous improvement and organisational impact.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Analysis
- Lead financial support for major capital programmes, providing robust modelling and scenario analysis
- Deliver insightful analysis of costs, risks and opportunities to support strategic decision-making
- Produce detailed financial reports, including variance analysis and commentary
Budgeting & Forecasting
- Own the development and management of programme budgets and forecasts
- Oversee cashflow forecasting and ensure alignment with wider organisational financial planning
- Ensure accuracy of income, expenditure and accounting treatment across projects
Business Partnering & Leadership
- Build strong relationships with project teams, senior stakeholders and external partners
- Act as a trusted advisor, providing clear and accessible financial insight
- Present financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences
- Line manage and develop two Finance Business Partners
Governance & Continuous Improvement
- Support risk management processes, including financial risk and contingency planning
- Enhance financial processes, controls and reporting tools
- Collaborate with development teams on funding applications and financial reporting requirements
About You
We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong business partnering experience and a track record of supporting complex programmes or projects.
You will bring:
- Significant experience in senior finance business partnering roles with large or complex budgets
- Strong financial modelling, analysis and advanced Excel skills
- Experience of working with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making
- Proven ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-finance audiences
- Strong leadership skills, including experience managing and developing team members
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement
- Experience in the charity, museum or not-for-profit sector is advantageous but not essential.
Key benefits include:
- 27.5 days annual leave plus public holidays
- Defined contribution pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programmes
- Discounts across Museum shops, cafés and local venues
- Free or discounted access to museums and cultural institutions
- Enhanced family-friendly policies and support
Apply Now
The Natural History Museum are partnering exclusively with Allen Lane and Iain Slinn on the recruitment of this role. Please reach out to Iain to discuss in more detail
The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a young and growing grant-making charity to recruit a Senior Grants Manager. The foundation is dedicated to transforming mental health support for young people aged between 8-30 across the UK.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation in a key, senior role, contributing directly to the development of impactful funding programmes and supporting meaningful change in youth mental health. Based in Central London, you will be part of a small, dedicated, and highly collaborative team. Reporting to the Head of Grants, the Senior Grants Manager will play a leading role in the design, assessment and management of funding programmes.
You will take ownership of designing and running funding rounds, assessing complex proposals, managing a diverse portfolio of grants, and building strong relationships with grantees, partners and sector stakeholders. The role also involves contributing to the organisation’s wider grant-making strategy, helping deepen expertise in youth mental health and building relationships across the sector.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced grants professional looking to step into a more senior position with real strategic input.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading the design and delivery of funding calls, from research and criteria development through to assessment and recommendation
- Assessing complex proposals, including financial analysis, due diligence and risk evaluation
- Managing a portfolio of grants, including monitoring, reporting and relationship management with grantees
- Building strong, collaborative relationships across the sector, including with partners, advisors and funders
- Producing clear, high-quality written recommendations and reports to support decision-making
- Capturing insight and learning from grant-making activity to inform future strategy
- Supporting the effective use and development of the grants management system, ensuring accuracy and strong reporting processes
Person Specification
- Substantial experience in grant-making, or related field (such as commissioning) including assessment, due diligence and portfolio management
- Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess complex proposals and make sound judgements
- Excellent relationship management skills, with experience working across diverse stakeholders
- Outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly
- A passion for research, impact measurement, or evidence-based practice
- Experience or exposure to youth mental health or a related field (desirable)
What’s on Offer
- Salary: £50,000 - £53,000 (depending on experience)
- Location: Central London (primarily office-based, with some flexibility – up to 25% working from home)
- Contract: Full-time or Part Time (0.8 FTE)
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV only. Suitable candidates will be contacted for a conversation with request of a full application.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
If you are a forward thinking professional with exceptional judgment, emotional intelligence and excellent communication skills, this might just be the role for you. Join ClientEarth, a globally respected environmental law charity driving real impact across climate, nature, health, and justice. We are hiring a Chief of Staff to the CEO (Strategy, Planning & Internal Communications)!
In this role you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic priorities and organisational alignment, ensuring seamless information flow to inspire a diverse, global workforce around key priorities, and enabling effective and timely decision-making from the CEO’s office.
This is a rare opportunity to work at the heart of a purpose-led organisation, partnering directly with the CEO and senior leadership. You will operate as a trusted advisor at the highest level, reporting to the Chief Strategy & People Officer, with close collaboration with the CEO.
This role is based in our London office. ClientEarth has a Flexible working policy, however this post is expected to work from the office at least 2 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Sets and delivers the strategic approach for CEO Office coordination and leadership communications (internal), aligning leadership rhythm, decision flow, and engagement to organisational priorities. This includes line management of the PA to the CEO, and close working with the CEO's external communications advisor
- Provides timely counsel to the CEO, flagging up risks and opportunities, and acting with discretion and diplomacy across the organisation to resolve challenges and provide solutions
- (Where required) Leads on the delivery of key strategic projects for the CEO/Chief Strategy and People Officer, and / or engage to trouble-shoot on existing projects, depending on business need; this could be related to organisational effectiveness, collaboration and engagement, or internal services to the organisation
- Oversees ClientEarth’s Global Internal Communications & Engagement Programme - including the line-management of our internal communications advisor - to connect colleagues across our offices, promote effective information flow, champion an equitable, diverse and inclusive culture, and embed ClientEarth’s values
- Support the professional development of line reports through ongoing supervision, influencing them to take positive action and to be accountable for their work and contribution to the smooth-running of the organisation.
See the job description for a full list of duties for this role.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Substantial experience of managing upwards and guiding senior leaders, trustees/directors and other high level internal and external stakeholders (essential)
- Experience in copy-writing for senior leadership, drafting high-quality copy tailored to the relevant audience within tight time-frames (essential)
- Experience in developing internal communication and engagement strategies for medium to large organisations (essential) within an international organisation (desirable)
- Strong understanding of the external context in which ClientEarth operates, including the wider NGO landscape and political awareness (essential)
- Strong alignment with ClientEarth’s Values and commitment to our Vision, Mission and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy objectives (essential)
See the job description for a full list of duties for this role.
Job Benefits
Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based. See our benefits page for more: Benefits | ClientEarth Careers as well as our flexible working FAQ.
ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at ClientEarth | ClientEarth journey page for more.
Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.
ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.
Using the power of the law to protect life on Earth.


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We are looking for a Temporary Policy Advice and Support Officer to provide support to the committees, line managers and senior policy advisers for high profile member body. You will need extensive experience working with and supporting committees with drafting agendas, briefings, and minute taking.
Hybrid role , min 1 day in the London Office
The Role
Support line managers and senior policy advisers within the team, by undertaking research, analysis and draft written reports on policy issues specific to committee, as required
Contribute to the development of guidance and other materials to support members to comply with policy, regulations, legislation etc, as required
Produce drafts of committee updates
Contribute to the development of committee newsletters or other communications with members
Provide support to smooth running of committees within area of responsibility (including arranging meetings, collating/despatching agenda and papers, attending meetings, developing draft minutes for review, recording and following up completion to report back to committee) as required
Contribute to the development and delivery of the directorates business plan, performance indicators and risk management plan
The Candidate
Ability to grasp new policy concepts quickly to undertake research and analysis of policy issues
Ability to draft minutes, policy reports and briefings for review by line manager and/or relevant committee lead
Ability to provide support to ensure smooth running of committees
Ability to work flexibly, picking up new areas of work and responding to areas of need in a positive manner
Quick thinker ability to respond decisively to issues on the day of committee meetings (eg. IT failure, catering issues etc)
Experience of providing project support
Understanding of the associations dual roles as trade union and professional body
Personal resilience occasionally comes into contact with challenging member
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
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Interim HR Business Partner
Location: Hybrid – London
Salary: £65,000, full time equivalent
MLC Partners are partnering with a highly respected national organisation to recruit an experienced and commercially minded HR Business Partner.
This is a significant strategic HR leadership opportunity, offering the chance to influence organisational direction, partner with Executive leaders, and drive transformational people initiatives across a complex, values-led environment.
Working closely with Executive Directors and senior stakeholders, you will act as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters, helping to shape workforce strategy, organisational design, talent management, succession planning, leadership development and cultural transformation.
This role combines strategic business partnering with operational leadership and will suit an experienced HR professional who thrives in complex organisations undergoing change and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Partner with Executive Directors and senior leadership teams to deliver people strategies aligned to organisational objectives.
- Lead strategic workforce planning, talent management and succession planning initiatives.
- Provide expert guidance on organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes.
- Influence and coach senior leaders to build leadership capability and drive high-performance cultures.
- Lead and support complex employee relations matters, ensuring commercially sound and legally compliant outcomes.
- Drive organisational development initiatives focused on culture, engagement, inclusion and leadership effectiveness.
- Utilise workforce data and people analytics to inform decision-making and identify future workforce risks and opportunities.
- Lead, develop and mentor HR colleagues, fostering a collaborative and high-performing People function.
- Contribute to wider organisational projects, governance initiatives and continuous improvement programmes.
About You:
- Full CIPD membership and a strong generalist HR background.
- Significant experience operating at senior HR Business Partner level within a large, complex organisation.
- A proven track record of partnering with Executive and Director-level stakeholders.
- Experience leading organisational change, workforce transformation and cultural development programmes.
- Strong employee relations expertise within highly unionised environments.
- Experience using workforce analytics and people data to drive strategic decision-making.
- Outstanding stakeholder management, influencing and coaching skills.
- The ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery.
This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a strong social purpose, where people are genuinely at the heart of the strategy. You'll have the platform to shape organisational outcomes, influence senior decision-making and contribute to meaningful, long-term transformation.
For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Annabelle at MLC Partners.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of one of the largest Church of England dioceses, working closely with an experienced and committed Diocesan Secretary as a trusted advisor to a small senior team. This is a varied, high‑impact role with significant scope for professional growth.
The role blends strategy, operations and governance and is ideal for someone who thrives on complexity and likes getting things done. You will be a trusted adviser and sounding board, offering challenge, perspective, and solutions. You will be expert at developing and maintaining excellent relationships with a wide range of people including trustees, staff and senior clergy.
The Diocese of Southwark is committed to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation and to increasing our diversity at all levels. We especially welcome applications from those with Global Majority Heritage, those with disabilities and other protected characteristics.
Job Purpose
To ensure the smooth functioning of the central diocesan office in particular by leading on governance in the Diocesan Board of Finance, co-ordinating activities and managing the day-to-day responsibilities of the Diocesan Secretary’s role as Company Secretary.
This will involve a range of responsibilities including:
- Leading on all elements of governance and charity law compliance
- Leading the Health and Safety and facilities management in the Diocesan Offices, including the line management of staff.
- Co-ordinating, preparing planning and follow up for a range of meetings associated with the governance of the diocese. This includes drafting agendas, preparing papers, taking minutes of meetings and following up the actions
- Supporting the Diocesan Secretary in all other aspects of synodical and committee management, including overseeing elections and the electoral process for Diocesan Synod and Deanery Synods
- Acting as a point of contact and expertise for Parishes, Deanery Secretaries and Deanery Lay Chairs including:
The Person
You should have significant experience in a governance or secretariat role, preferably in a charity and ideally in the Church of England. Proven ability to work closely with senior leaders, ideally at CEO or Board level is essential, as is the experience of leading a small team to deliver well under pressure. You should have a strong understanding of the charity sector and ideally of Church of England governance
As a key contact for people in the Diocese, you should have outstanding communication skills: written, verbal, and interpersonal, combined with strong organisational and project management skills. You will need to be comfortable switching between high level strategy and hands on delivery, with the ability to influence without authority and navigate sensitive issues with discretion. The role is challenging and involves some evening and weekend working for which time off in lieu is given.
Welcome to the Diocese of Southwark, where we seek to be Christ Centered Outward Focused in all we do.


Head of HR
We are looking for an experienced and values-driven Head of HR to join a pioneering organisation making a lasting difference to the lives of care-experienced young people.
You will be working for a charity that transforms the lives of care-experienced young people.
Your passion for staff development, wellbeing, and organisational culture will make a significant contribution to the charity’s overall mission.
Position: Head of HR
Location: Hybrid/London
Salary: £46,000 per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (3 days)
Closing Date: 20th July 2026
About the Role
The Head of HR plays a pivotal role in fostering a workplace where every member of staff feels valued, supported and recognised for the impact they make. You will lead the organisation’s people strategy, ensuring wellbeing, professional growth and inclusive practice are embedded at every level.
By championing a positive organisational culture, staff development and ensuring effective HR systems and processes, you will enable staff to thrive and deliver their best work for the young people it serves.
This is a senior, standalone HR role, working closely with the CEO, leadership team and line managers, and acting as the main point of contact with our external HR support service.
Main duties and responsibilities include:
- Lead Learning & Development and wellbeing initiatives
- Oversee Equality, Diversity and Inclusion practice
- Provide expert HR advice to managers
- Manage HR data, reporting and workforce insights
- Support reward, recognition and induction processes
- Act as main contact for external HR support
- Lead on HR policy and Health & Safety (excluding safeguarding)
About You
You will be an experienced HR professional who is confident operating at both a strategic and operational level. You will bring sound judgement, empathy and clarity to complex people matters, and enjoy working collaboratively in a small, mission-driven organisation.
You will be organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities, with a strong commitment to inclusive practice and staff wellbeing.
You will have:
- Experience of managing a HR function
- Experience of developing and implementing HR processes and initiatives
- Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and risk management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Budget management experience
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines
If you are passionate about creating inclusive, supportive workplaces and want to play a key role in enabling a dedicated team to transform young lives, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, you will be asked to submit your CV along with a covering letter detailing how your skills, motivation and experience meet the requirements of the role.
You may have experience in roles such as: Head of HR, HR Manager, People Manager, HR Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor, People & Culture Manager, HR Lead, or Human Resources Manager.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP



