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At Age UK, effective governance is key to delivering our mission and supporting older people. We are looking for a Senior Governance Manager to play a pivotal role supporting our most senior Boards and Committees, ensuring robust governance, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment.
The Senior Governance Manager is a key role managing and providing all aspects of the governance and secretariat service relevant to the most senior Boards and Committees within the Age UK Group and deputising for the Head of Governance and Legal with respect to duties as Company Secretary.
The role manages a team of 4 Executive Assistant and Governance Officers and 1 Executive Assistant (Chair/CEO) and the ability to line manage this team throughout the Board and Committee governance cycle and on individual projects / tasks, while also providing consistent executive services is key.
This is a very visible role working closely with Trustees and Directors as well as the most senior staff within the Charity, providing advice and support.
The post holder will lead projects, anticipate future governance matters and proactively tackle issues, with the ability to prioritise and manage many projects and activities in a busy environment. Please see role description for all responsibilities.
We operate a hybrid working model. We offer flexibility on working from home but require the applicant to be in our central London office approximately 4 times per month, in line with meeting schedules. Travel costs to the London office are the responsibility of the postholder and are not covered by the charity.
Age UK internal grade: 4L
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
* Experience of provision of secretariat services; servicing senior level Boards and Committees A, I
* Experience of charity governance in a large and complex charity structure, including experience of establishing and maintaining governance policies and procedures A, I
* Experience of corporate governance A, I
* Line management experience A, I
Skills and Knowledge
* High level of written English A, T, P
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels and to tailor communications to different audiences A, I, T, P
* Strong presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills I
* Experience of or aptitude to explore how technology and the use of AI can transform the team's work I
* A good eye for detail A, I
* Proactive and able to work both individually and as a team. I
* Sound judgement with good problem-solving abilities I
* Highly organised, able to meet deadlines and manage / prioritise workflow A, I
Personal attributes
* Confident and able to take decisions I
* Personable and able to build good relationships quickly I
* Flexible and able to work in a changing and fast-moving environment I
* Discreet and comfortable with holding confidential information I
Great to Have's:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
* Experience / understanding of working within a financial service regulated environment. A, I
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250
- Many additional benefits
Additional Information
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor who will play a critical role in providing independent assurance that the charity's risk management, governance and internal control processes are operating effectively. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of systems and procedures; compliance with regulations and policies and recommending improvements, with direct and open reporting and escalation to the CEO and Chair of FRAC.
It is important to note that financial audits represent just one quarter of the planned audit activity, with around 75% of audit work concentrated on non-financial areas. Reporting to the Senior Risk Manager, the Senior Internal Auditor will work closely with several key stakeholders across Age UK Group.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys independence, investigative thinking, and the opportunity to add real value through impactful assurance and insight. The ideal candidate will have experience influencing senior stakeholders and working with specialist external auditors.
We operate a hybrid working model. We offer flexibility on working from home but require the applicant to be in our central London office a minimum of one day per week. Travel costs to the London office are the responsibility of the postholder and are not covered by the charity.
Age UK internal grade: 4L
Last date for applications Thursday 21 May 2026.
Interviews for shortlisted applicants will take place via Microsoft Teams on Monday 1st June. Second-stage interviews will be held the following week on Monday 8th June at our London office (EC3N 2LB).
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
- Prior experience of engaging with specialist external auditors. A, I
- Experience of presenting and reporting to the board or CEO equivalent. A, I
- Experience of risk-based audit planning and delivery. A, I
Skills and Knowledge
- Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management, and governance. A, I
- Be confident in leading all audit processes independently from creation of the audit plan to follow up actions. A, I
- Excellent analytical, investigative, and report-writing skills. A, I
- Knowledge of charity governance and regulatory requirements. A, I
Personal Attributes
- Demonstrate the gravitas and confidence required to navigate major assurance processes and influence senior stakeholders. I
- High integrity, objectivity, and professional curiosity. I
- Ability to build effective relationships across diverse teams. I
- Proactive and solutions-focused mindset. I
- Strong communication and influencing skills. I
- Ability to present findings to senior stakeholders with objectivity and independence. I
Great to Have's:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
- Experience in internal audit within a large, complex charity. A, I
- Experience with audit software or data analytics tools. A, I
- Experience of federated charities. A, I
- Experience of CQC and regulated service delivery. A, I
Skills and Knowledge
- Understanding of quality assurance. A, I
- Professional qualification (e.g. IIA) or equivalent experience. A, I
Personal attributes
- Commitment to the values and mission of the charity. A, I
Please look at the attached job description for more information on the role responsibilities.
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250
- Many additional benefits
Additional Information
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Chief Executive Officer
British Liver Trust (transitioning to Liver UK)
Location: Hybrid (UK based, with monthly travel to Winchester)
Salary: circa £90,000, dependent on experience
Lead the next chapter for liver health in the UK
This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected and financially stable health charity at a pivotal moment of transformation.
Following a successful merger, the organisation is preparing to launch as Liver UK, bringing together services, information and advocacy across all ages. With a clear, trustee-approved strategy for 2026–2032 already in place, the next Chief Executive will focus on delivery, growth and national influence.
A strong platform and a planned transition
This role comes at a natural and positive point within a planned leadership transition.
Our current Chief Executive has provided long-standing, successful leadership and is excited to deliver the final phase of the rebrand before handing over. The incoming CEO will inherit a well-led organisation with strong governance, a clear strategic direction, and real momentum.
About the role
As Chief Executive, you will lead delivery of an established strategy, ensuring the organisation continues to grow its reach, impact and income.
You will work closely with an engaged and supportive Board of Trustees to maintain high standards of governance, regulatory compliance and risk management, while strengthening the charity’s voice in national policy and public affairs.
This is a role that balances external influence with internal leadership, ensuring both impact and organisational resilience.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver a trustee-approved long-term strategy, refining priorities as needed
- Ensure robust governance, legal and regulatory compliance
- Lead policy, public affairs and national influencing activity
- Maintain financial sustainability and drive income growth
- Lead and develop a high-performing Senior Management Team
- Oversee delivery of high-quality services and information
About you
You are a credible and values-driven leader with senior experience in the charity, health or related sectors.
You will bring:
- Proven senior leadership experience at Director or CEO level
- Strong understanding of governance, finance and regulatory compliance
- Experience influencing policy and working with senior stakeholders
- A track record of delivering organisational growth and impact
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- You will be confident working with a Board of Trustees, able to build strong relationships, provide clear advice, and operate effectively in a governance-led environment.
You will be motivated by improving health outcomes and confident leading an organisation with both national influence and strong operational delivery.
Why join us?
- A clear, trustee-approved strategy ready for delivery
- Strong governance, financial stability and organisational foundations
- A positive and well-managed leadership transition
- The opportunity to shape a newly unified, UK-wide charity
- A chance to make a meaningful difference in an under-recognised area of health
- A strong, engaged and motivated Board
A competitive salary will be offered, reflecting the experience, skills and leadership qualities of the successful candidate.
Transforming liver health through increased awareness, prevention, improved care and support



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The COO will translate BLiM's mission and strategy and ensure its well-run, properly resourced, with its ambitious day-to-day delivery. You will free the CEO to focus on strategic leadership and external influence by owning operations, people management, financial oversight and internal systems.
The COO will be a senior leader who shapes organisational culture, makes operational decisions, manages complex stakeholder relationships and drives the performance of a passionate, high-commitment team. You will be the person the organisation looks to when it needs clarity, stability and momentum.
The COO joins at a moment of leadership transition following the departure of BLiM's co-founder and Director of Operations.
Why Join Us:
Black Lives in Music (BLiM) is a not-for-profit dedicated to advancing racial equity across the UK music industry. We amplify the voices of Black artists, music professionals and communities; drive systemic change; and hold the industry accountable for meaningful progress. Through research, advocacy, programming and strategic partnerships, BLiM creates the conditions for Black talent to thrive.
BLiM has published ground-breaking research including the Being Black in the UK Music Industry report, produced the UK's first Black classical music festival in Classically Black, influenced government policy on live music licensing, and built a network of over 100 partner organisations across the four nations. BLiM is now entering a new phase of its development, with a strengthened leadership team, a Target Operating Model designed to carry the organisation beyond its founding era, and an ambition to become the UK's most influential voice for racial equity in music.
Person Specification
Essential
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Significant experience in a senior operational leadership role, ideally as a COO, Head of Operations or Director of Operations in a charity, social enterprise or purpose-driven organisation.
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Demonstrable track record of building and improving operational infrastructure: systems, processes, policies and ways of working that make organisations more effective and resilient.
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Proven people management experience, including line management of senior staff, performance development, recruitment and team culture-building.
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Strong financial literacy, including experience of budget management, grant compliance, financial reporting and working with a board finance function.
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Experience of leading or supporting governance processes, including board reporting, risk management and compliance.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex operational information into clear, accessible reports and presentations for senior stakeholders.
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A genuine, demonstrable commitment to racial equity and an understanding of the specific systemic barriers faced by Black professionals, artists and communities.
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The emotional intelligence and interpersonal skill to lead with care, build trust quickly and navigate complex relationships under pressure.
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The resilience and adaptability to thrive in a small, fast-paced, mission-driven organisation where the work is varied, the stakes are high and no day is the same.
Desirable
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Experience of working in or with the music industry, creative industries or arts and culture sector.
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Familiarity with Arts Council England funding frameworks, charity law and the regulatory environment for non-profit organisations.
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Experience of implementing or managing a CRM system, project management platform or other operational technology.
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Knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) frameworks and how to embed inclusive practice into operational systems and culture.
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Experience of leading an organisation through a period of significant change, transition or growth.
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An existing network within the UK music sector, creative industries or racial equity and social justice space.
At BLiM, we're interviewing on a rolling basis, so we'd encourage you to apply sooner rather than later!
To be considered for a first interview, please include a Cover Letter with your application. This initial conversation will be relaxed and informal, and we'll take you through the full interview process together so you know exactly what to expect at every stage.
To drive transformational, systemic change across the UK music sector, ensuring every person regardless of background.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
CHA is recruiting an experienced and values-driven Chief Operating Officer to lead our central operations and support the delivery of high-quality housing and care services.
As COO, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across residential and sheltered services along with the finance, estates, HR, and other central services—driving performance, ensuring compliance, and enabling sustainable growth. You will work closely with the CEO and Board while leading a diverse team of senior leaders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading delivery of organisational strategy and continuous improvement
- Managing central teams and driving high performance
- Overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and resource management
- Ensuring compliance, risk management, and governance
- Leading estates strategy, capital projects, and IT/digital development
About you:
- Proven senior leadership experience (housing, social care, or related sectors)
- Strong financial, operational, and people management skills
- Inspiring leader with a collaborative and solution-focused approach
Additional requirement:
Due to our Christian ethos and heritage, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal Christian faith.
For further information, including a visit please contact us.
Due to our Christian ethos and heritage, there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal Christian faith.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Senior Supporter Engagement Manager will lead the strategic development of personalised, data‑driven supporter experiences that deepen engagement and maximise long‑term value. This role oversees the design and optimisation of multi‑channel supporter journeys, with a key focus on the creation and delivery of the email, SMS and What’s App communications, as well as our loyalty‑focused communications such as Cure Magazine, supporter newsletters and seasonal loyalty comm such as Christmas Cards. You’ll be a resident expert in marketing personalisation and data automation through martech tools.
Acting as the organisation’s expert in supporter experience design, the postholder ensures that every interaction — from the point that a supporter hits our database to long‑term stewardship — is timely, relevant, and insight‑led. You will use a mix of influence, coaching and collaboration skills to work across the organisation – working closely with Fundraising, Digital, Data, Business Intelligence, Insight, Policy and Campaigning, Volunteering, Info Services and Brand teams to embed a culture of continuous improvement and supporter‑centric thinking.
Most importantly you’ll be passionate about giving supporters a fantastic experience so that they stay longer, do more and feel like a valued part of getting to a cure for dementia.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporter Journey Development & Design
· Lead the end‑to‑end design of supporter journeys working collaboratively across all the organisation, taking an audience led approach in achieving our income, engagement and influence objectives, joining the dots and identifying opportunities for cross sell, upsell and integration of offers throughout a supporter's relationship with us.
· Oversea the mapping and optimisation of lifecycle journeys, ensuring they are insight‑driven, segmented, and aligned with organisational goals towards a cure.
Responsible for ensuring your teams are expert in our martech, and use testing frameworks (A/B, multivariate), data and performance insights to optimise journeys performance.
· Lead for automation of journeys within our martech, balancing efficiencies on resource with excellent supporter experiences.
· Lead for data, compliance and technical troubleshooting.
Data Selections & Audience Targeting
· Responsible for making audience targeting decisions ensuring accurate, timely, and insight‑led targeting for all fundraising and engagement activity.
· Working collaboratively with the BI team to ensure the development and application of data modelling and propensity models to predict supporter behaviour models that support tailored communications and efficient campaign delivery.
· Work closely with Data and Analytics teams to maintain data quality and optimise selection processes, and work with insight and BI to translate performance outputs into actionable recommendations for optimising our supporter journey performance.
· Ensure robust documentation, governance, and continuous improvement of data targeting and selection workflows
· Work collaboratively with the digital analytics team to ensure a strong connection between web and paid digital activity to avoid siloes across the stages of a supporter's experience with ARUK.
Supporter Loyalty & Stewardship Communications
· Lead the creation of loyalty‑focused communications that build long‑term relationships and increase lifetime value and deliver on our supporter experience principles – including communications such as Cure Magazine and E-newsletter.
· Work collaborative with Senior Supporter Relations Manager to develop stewardship frameworks that recognise and thank supporters at key moments – including the coordination of an ARUK approach supporter Christmas and Seasonal greetings.
· Ensure collaboration within these organisational supporter loyalty communications is effective leading for RACI and levels of approval.
· Lead for your team adhering to GDPR-aligned audience management and safe data activation.
Leadership & Collaboration
· Manage and develop a multi‑disciplinary team across your key responsibilities, fostering a culture of audience led, testing, continuous improvement and joined up thinking, planning and delivery.
· Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across fundraising, digital, brand, data, insight, info services, policy and campaigning, and research teams to ensure alignment and shared priorities.
· Responsible for keeping up to date on latest thinking, tools and technology for delivering effective Supporter Experiences, working closely with our Salesforce Technical Product Owner. And represent the charity in conferences, networking and influencing within the sector.
Knowledge, skills and experience needed:
· Extensive experience in supporter or customer journey design, CRM‑driven marketing personalisation and data automation
· Strong understanding of email marketing and supporter journey platforms and infrastructure, automation tools, and CRM systems.
· Familiarity of audience targeting segmentation and data selections.
· Familiarity with propensity modelling, predictive analytics, or working alongside data science teams.
· Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex, cross‑functional projects.
· Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate insight into action.
· Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
· Demonstrable experience of leading supporter engagement programmes across multi-channel campaigns and activity.
· Demonstrable experience of working with external partners, including creative agencies, platform providers, research agencies, print and production houses.
· Demonstrable budget development and management experience.
· Deeply supporter‑centric, with a passion for creating meaningful experiences and supporter communications.
· Ability to distil complex data into simplified actionable insights that build the programme.
· Curious, analytical, and comfortable working with data and making driven decision‑making.
· Creative thinker who enjoys solving complex problems, particularly solving problems in collaboration with stakeholders.
· Collaborative, confident, and able to influence at all levels, particularly at a senior level across the organisation.
· Experience of coaching internal stakeholders, with strong workshop facilitation experience.
· Committed to continuous learning and innovation.
Additional Information:
Ways of working:
As part of our Agile ways of working, you will be required to work approximately 2 days a week from the office, which is subject to the requirements of the role and the business needs. Flexibility on where you work can be split between working from home and our office.
Roles that are classed as part of the Agile ways of working are not able to claim any costs for Mileage/Travel on Public Transport, Accommodation and/or Meals. This includes when attending the office for various meetings/events.
Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD.
Salary: Circa £56,000 per annum, plus benefits.
Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.
The closing date for applications is the 31st May 2026, with interviews being arrange once shortlisting has been completed. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date. We would encourage you to submit your application at the earliest opportunity, as on occasion we may have to bring forward the interview date and/or the closing date based on the needs of the business. Although a possibility, this will only happen in exceptional circumstances. Please indicate in your covering letter if you are unable to attend an interview on a certain date.
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, particularly from those in the global majority, those with disabilities, men and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. Any offer of employment is however subject to you having the right to work in the UK.
As part of our commitment to being an inclusive employer and ensuring fairness and consistency in our selection process, we will handle your CV and application with the utmost confidentiality. Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, please contact us via our website.
How to apply: Please create an online account using our Online Recruitment Platform which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies page. You will be able to attach your CV to your application and track the status of your application.
About Alzheimer’s Research UK: Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity. Our mission is to accelerate progress towards a cure. Today 1 in 2 people will be impacted by dementia, either through caring for a loved one, developing it themselves or tragically both. But there is hope.
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Job title:Senior Team Administrator
Reports to: Chief Executive
Line reports: Work experience/interns (occasional)
Location:Birmingham, London or Manchester (minimum 40% office-based, with regular travel to London)
Salary:£32,000 to £35,000 out of London, £34,500 to £37,500 in London (pro-rata if part-time); salary scales under review
Hours: Full-time 37.5 per week (part-time 30 hours welcome, minimum four days, including Tuesdays)
Contract: Permanent
Overall purpose
Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Senior Team Administrator will take responsibility for managing the administrative requirements relating to the governance of the charity and of the senior staff team, and for ensuring Breaking Barriers operates efficiently as possible, ensuring that the organisation can be effective in delivering its mission.
You will have a strong knowledge of all aspects of charity administration, be able to manage a wide range of tasks, be able to work at a fast pace across all areas of Breaking Barriers’, and be able to drive new ways of working to minimise wasted time and resource, freeing up more staff time to best support our clients.
Key responsibilities
This is a new post at Breaking Barriers. The initial key responsibilities are described below, and the role will develop according to the charity’s changing needs.
Governance and management
· Organise and attend quarterly board of trustee meetings, including room booking and note-taking
· Arrange other meetings with trustees, including regular subcommittee meetings
· Work with the Chair, CEO and other members of SLT to finalise and circulate papers for meetings with trustees
· Manage the annual plan of trustee meetings
· Work with the Chair and CEO to support trustee recruitment, training, induction, and record keeping
· Work with the CEO and Director of Finance to ensuring that all regulatory reporting is fulfilled, and appropriate updates carried out, including in relation to the Charity Commission
· Maintain the record of policies and procedures, and take responsibility for ensuring these are updated by the agreed senior team leads in a timely manner
Cross charity support
· Be a central resource to advise on and make travel booking for all staff
· Be available to the HR manager to support significant administrative tasks, such as annual checks of staff data, and tasks relating to recruitment
· Be available to members of the leadership team to undertake administrative tasks as required, across a range of activities relating to fundraising, communications, services, programmes, finance and operations
· Lead on ensuring that data is stored on the charity’s systems in line with agreed policies and practice
· Take an active role in health and safety across the charity, including maintaining the health and safety and risk assessment register
· Monitor general email addresses, processing basic enquiries and forwarding enquiries to relevant teams
· Manage the London telephone number, answering calls and monitoring and responding to/forwarding voicemails
· Administer the alumni programme
· Support the Director of Finance and the HR Manager in on-boarding and off-boarding staff, including set up of devices
· Support the Deputy Chief Executive and fundraising colleagues in the management of donation platforms and similar processes
· Maintain relevant staff pages on Breaking Barriers’ website
· Support any work experience or intern scheme, ensuring colleagues are supported to learn throughout their placement
Senior team support
· Manage the administration of key organisational meetings, including regular meetings of the senior leadership team, joint leadership team, and all staff
· Ensure agendas for meetings and notes taken are circulated in a timely fashion, and action points are followed up appropriately
· Arrange meetings and undertake diary management for the CEO and other members of SLT when required
General
· Work across the charity to try to improve processes and automation, reducing unnecessary or repetitive work
· Undertake other tasks as required.
Person specification
Essential
Experience and knowledge
· A minimum of 1-years’ experience of working in a non-profit organisation
· Experience of providing effective administration support in an office or organisational setting
· Familiarity with UK charity governance, for example as a trustee, advisor, member of staff, or in an administrative capacity
· Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential information and managing professional boundaries
· Experience of implementing new ways of working, including processes which reduce administrative needs
Skills, abilities and attitude
· Ability to encourage, support and persuade colleagues to implement new ways of working, including processes which reduce administrative needs
· Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities
· Excellent written communication skills, including proofreading and formatting documents
· Tech-literate, including familiarity with using AI appropriately
· Ability to prioritise and complete a range of complex tasks with minimal supervision
· Commitment to the mission of Breaking Barriers
· Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Desirable
· Lived experience as a refugee or of forced migration
· Experience of working within an organisation supporting asylum seekers and refugees
· Experience of working in employability
How to apply
To apply for this role, please provide:
- A CV of no more than 2-sides of A4
- A written response of a total of no more than 600 words illustrating how you meet the following three elements of the person specification:
· Experience of providing effective administration support in an office or organisational setting
· Familiarity with UK charity governance, for example as a trustee, advisor, member of staff, or in an administrative capacity
· Examples of implementing new ways of working, including processes which reduce administrative needs, and your ability to encourage, support and persuade colleagues to implement new ways of working
We expect to receive a large number of applicants for this role. As such, we are unable to consider candidates who do not follow the instructions above.
The recruitment process will involve both assessment and interviews.
Breaking Barriers exists so that every refugee can access meaningful employment and build a new life.
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Senior Finance Manager
Suzy Lamplugh Trust
Location: Hybrid (40% office-based London Vauxhall)
Hours: Full-time (35 hours)
Term: Permanent
Salary: £42,654
Start:: ASAP
As the Suzy Lamplugh Trust approaches its 40th anniversary year, we are entering an exciting period of growth, development and transformation. We are looking for an experienced, proactive and commercially aware Senior Finance Manager to strengthen our finance function and help support the next phase of the organisation’s journey.
About the role
This is a pivotal role within the Trust. You will work closely with senior leadership to provide high-quality management information and financial oversight that supports informed decision-making across the organisation.
We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day finance operations of the Trust and play a central role in the production of high-quality management information that supports strategic and operational decision-making.
The Trust operates across both charitable and commercial income streams, including consultancy and training services, therefore experience across both charity finance and corporate/commercial finance environments is highly desirable.
This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, whilst improving systems and processes that support both, charity-funded and commercial activity.
The Senior Finance Manager will lead the operational management of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, effective reporting and efficient day-to-day financial operations across the organisation.
Reporting to the Director of Finance, HR and Governance, the role has significant responsibility for:
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Management accounts and reporting
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Budgeting and forecasting
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Cashflow oversight
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Audit and compliance
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Payroll oversight
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Financial controls and process improvement
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Commercial and operational financial analysis
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Management of the finance team
Additional information
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This is not a senior leadership role and the successful candidate will report to the Director of Finance, HR and Governance.
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This role is hybrid; however, full-time attendance at our London office will be required during the first three months to support induction and integration into the organisation.
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Chief Executive Officer (Part-time, 3 days/week)
Veterans With Dogs (VWD) is seeking an experienced, values-driven and credible Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our charity into its next chapter. This rare and exciting opportunity offers the chance to guide a small, high-impact team at a pivotal stage in the charity’s growth.
Location: Flexible / UK-based, with regular travel to Exeter, training sites, and key meetings as required. We are flexible in how this is structured, and relocation is not required.
Salary: £45,000–£55,000 pro-rata (equivalent to £27,000 - £33,000 for 3 days/week) + 3% pension contribution
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 21 hours / 3 days per week
Holiday: 28 days per annum (FTE), plus bank holidays
Reports to: Chair of Trustees
Direct reports: 3
About Veterans With Dogs
Veterans With Dogs is a UK charity that transforms the lives of Armed Forces veterans living with mental health challenges. Through the provision of highly trained assistance dogs and trauma-informed support, we help restore purpose, independence, and dignity to those who have served.
Founded in 2012, our work addresses a vital gap for veterans living with PTSD, anxiety, depression, and complex trauma. Through our award-winning PALS™ (Partner Animal Life Skills) programme, we support veterans to rebuild their lives, with the constant support of a trusted companion by their side.
Following a period of governance transition and renewal, we are entering a new and exciting phase. We are strengthening leadership, systems, and strategy to ensure long-term sustainability and greater reach, while maintaining the quality, care, and integrity that sit at the heart of our work.
We recognise that this is a senior leadership role within a small organisation and are committed to flexibility in how the role is delivered. We are open to conversations around working patterns and location to ensure we attract the strongest possible candidate.
We are also open to shaping aspects of the role around the strengths and location of the successful candidate.
We would particularly welcome candidates who can bring fresh perspective, while respecting and building on the strong foundations already in place.
This is an opportunity to shape the future of a respected and growing charity at a pivotal moment, with genuine scope to influence strategy, culture, and long-term impact.
The Role
The CEO will provide strategic direction, operational oversight, and cultural leadership for Veterans With Dogs. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the CEO will oversee the delivery of the charity’s mission, ensure operational excellence, develop our long-term strategy, and foster a values-led and high-performing team.
This is a hands-on, multi-dimensional leadership role, ideal for a calm, pragmatic, and inspiring individual with experience of organisational stabilisation, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable growth. You will build strong relationships with the team and stakeholders, maintaining a visible and engaged leadership presence both in person and remotely.
This is a genuinely part-time role with a focused and manageable scope, supported by an engaged Board of Trustees and a committed team. The role is designed to be sustainable within the allocated hours.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy
- Lead the development and delivery of an interim plan and longer-term organisational strategy
- Translate strategic goals into clear operational priorities and plans
- Foster a compassionate, inclusive, and mission-aligned organisational culture
- Act as a credible and inspiring ambassador for Veterans With Dogs with stakeholders, funders, partners, and the public
- Guide the charity through stabilisation and values-led, sustainable growth
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all relevant charity law, regulation, and best practice
- Work in partnership with the Board of Trustees, supporting effective governance and reporting
- Implement and embed improvements in HR, finance, safeguarding, IT, and operational systems
- Lead on organisational risk management, ensuring policies and procedures are in place and regularly reviewed
Operations & Programme Delivery
- Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure safe, ethical, and effective service delivery
- Ensure safeguarding standards are upheld for both veterans and dogs
- Drive continuous improvement in programme quality, delivery, and impact measurement
- Ensure operational systems and data processes are robust, compliant, and fit for purpose
People & Culture
- Lead, support, and nurture a small, dedicated staff team and wider network of volunteers
- Promote staff wellbeing, clear communication, and professional development
- Work with trustees to assess future staffing needs and build leadership capacity
Finance & Sustainability
- Work with trustees and advisors to ensure sound financial management and reporting
- Contribute to financial planning, budgeting, and development of a sustainable reserves policy
- Help diversify income streams, supporting fundraising efforts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving
Fundraising & External Relations
Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, corporate partners, and sector allies
- Collaborate with the fundraising trustee to develop new funding opportunities
- Represent the charity externally with credibility, transparency, and professionalism
- Strengthen partnerships with ADUK, ADI, Cobseo, and other key membership bodies
Person Specification
Essential
- Senior leadership experience within a charity, social enterprise, or values-led organisation
- Strong knowledge of charity governance, regulation, and trustee relationships
- Experience leading teams through organisational change or stabilisation
- Financial literacy with experience of budgeting, reporting, and planning
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across diverse stakeholders
- A calm, values-based, and ethical leadership approach
Desirable
- Experience in health, mental health, veterans’ services, or trauma-informed work
- Experience working with boards during periods of strategic or leadership transition
- Fundraising and/or income generation experience
- Understanding of safeguarding best practice (for people and/or animals)
- Lived experience of the military or charity sectors (not essential)
Our Commitment
Veterans With Dogs is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create a supportive, respectful, and empowering workplace. We recognise the value of lived experience and are committed to continuous learning as an organisation.
How to Apply
Please apply via Charity Jobs.
If you would like a confidential conversation before applying, we would be happy to speak with you.
Closing date to apply: 5pm on Monday 15 June 2026
- First interviews (online): week commencing 22 June 2026
- Second interviews (in our Exeter office): TBC
Previous applicants need not reapply, thank you.
Veterans With Dogs is a registered charity in England and Wales (No. 1161554).
Apply with your CV and a Covering Letter to explain your interest and suitability for the role.
No recruiters at this stage please.
Previous applicants, please don't apply. Thank you.
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Amref Health Africa is the largest Africa-based international health development organisation. We work to bring about lasting health change in Africa.
Our UK office is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Data & Insights Officer to lead on the day-to-day maintenance and utilisation of our data management platform, Microsoft Dynamics 365, with a particular focus on the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module. This role is pivotal to supporting a culture of data-driven decision-making across Amref UK, ensuring the integrity and strategic use of our data to enable strategic growth in supporter engagement, retention and income generation.
The Senior Data & Insights Officer will be a key point of contact for colleagues across the organisation, playing an instrumental role in supporting how we gather, manage and utilise data at Amref UK. They will be critical in providing expertise and establishing new ways of working across key Amref UK teams, including Supporter Engagement, Programmes & Strategic Partnerships, Finance, Operations and Senior Management. The postholder will be the organisational expert in Microsoft Dynamics working with senior leaders, Amref HQ ICT, Amref’s global Fundraising Development team (F&D) and third-party vendors to develop, implement and integrate processes and reporting tools that aid analysis and insight. They will work with HQ ICT to deliver improved functionality and system upgrades while maintaining data integrity and compliance requirements. Experience in relational database design and familiarity with marketing tools such as Google Analytics would also be an advantage.
To be successful in this role, the post holder will need to be a team player who brings a combination of technical expertise, communication skills and business change experience.
To apply, please read the job description and submit a CV and cover letter (maximum of 2 pages each) demonstrating your interest in and suitability for the role. Applications must be submitted by 5pm BST on Monday 18th May 2026. Virtual first round interviews will take place the week commencing 25th May 2026. In-person second round interviews will take place in London on Tuesday 2nd June 2026.
Unfortunately, Amref UK is not able to support UK work permit sponsorship for this role, so all candidates must already hold UK Right to Work status.
Amref Health Africa is the largest Africa-based international health development organisation. We work to bring about lasting health change in Africa.
Who we are, what we do
Father Hudson’s Caritas (FHC) is a social and community care charity working across the Catholic Archdiocese of Birmingham. For over 124 years we have responded to need, helping people to lead fulfilled lives through our range of services and partnerships. Our work is rooted in a Catholic ethos and we welcome and support people of all faiths and none. As an organisation we have continued to adapt our services to the changing needs of those who are most vulnerable; it is an exciting time to join our organisation as we deliver our new 3-year strategy.
The Role
As our Head of Finance, you will be a key member of FHC’s Senior Management Team, providing strategic and operational leadership across finance and the wider resources portfolio (Finance, IT, Estates and Facilities). Working closely with the CEO and Trustees, you will ensure strong financial planning, robust controls, clear reporting and regulatory compliance.
As part of this senior role you will line manage the Finance, IT and Facilities Manager. We’re looking for a values-led leader who will model FHC’s organisational values, including compassion, respect, collaboration and excellence.
What we are looking for
You will be CCAB qualified and bring senior-level financial leadership experience with the ability to operate confidently in a complex, mission-driven social care environment. We’re particularly keen to hear from candidates who can combine strong technical skills, a thirst for digital transformation and effective use of resources, alongside collaborative, person-centred leadership.
Location
The role is based at our modern, purpose-built Head Office in Coleshill – St George’s House, Gerards Way, Coleshill, B46 3FG.
Closing Date: Monday 1st June 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 11th June 2026
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Role purpose
The Head of Finance is a key member of the Charity’s senior management team, working closely with the chief executive, directors, and trustees. The head of finance will lead the day-to-day financial operations of the Charity, including budgeting, reporting, audit, payroll, and pensions. Managing the finance manager and management accountant, the Head of Finance will ensure the effective running of the finance department and smooth day-to-day processes. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will be a key advisor on strategic financial decisions, balancing meticulous operational control with strategic planning.
As the Head of Finance, you will:
- Proactively contribute to the development and delivery of the Charity’s strategy through developing long-term financial planning to underpin our objectives.
- Act as senior finance business partner to the senior leadership team, supporting strategic and operational decision-making.
- Lead on the annual audit and production of statutory accounts, ensuring effective management of the audit process.
- Support the rest of the Charity team to become financially informed and comfortable understanding financial performance, control, and accountability.
Main responsibilities
Financial controls, reporting, and operational finance
- Lead the finance function of the Charity, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial management and reporting.
- Ensure that appropriately robust internal financial and operational controls are in place.
- Ensure that our unrestricted and restricted funds and accounting records are maintained in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and best practice.
- Ensure timely and accurate monthly management accounts and other reports are produced by the finance team and distributed to members of the senior management team, encouraging ownership of departmental budgets.
- Manage and oversee accounts receivable and payable, ensuring strong cash management.
- Ensure all banking facilities, financial systems, and internal processes function to a high standard and enable the Charity to carry out its transactional and operational financial functions.
- Lead financial risk identification and mitigation, working closely with the chief executive and leadership team, and reporting to the board of trustees.
Financial administration and governance
- Manage the production of statutory accounts in line with the Charity SORP and lead the annual external audit process.
- Oversee our tax affairs, including PAYE, national insurance, corporation tax, VAT, and gift aid.
- Responsible for our payroll and pensions functions.
- Maintain and continuously improve financial policies, procedures, and controls, working closely with the fundraising and operations teams to ensure organisational efficiency.
- Identify and escalate financial risks to the chief executive and board
- Line manage and support the management accountant and finance manager, ensuring professional development and high-quality output.
Person specification
Knowledge and experience
We are looking for candidates with demonstrable strategic financial leadership spanning organisational planning, budgeting, risk, and reporting. You will have:
- You must be a fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, OR CIMA)
- Excellent knowledge of charity financial management, SORP, and audit is essential.
- Experience of effective budget setting and implementing controls and processes to manage and monitoring budgets
- Firm understanding of risk management
- Experience of improving policies and processes in comparable organisations
- Success in delivering increased cost effectiveness
- Evidence of building financial impact and performance metrics and reporting
- Understanding of the requirements of legislation, Charity Commission and professional body guidance on a being a well-run and financially accountable Charity
- Considerable experience of management and development of staff
Skills, abilities, and behaviours
- A strategic thinker with the ability to see the bigger picture and make decisions in line with the charity’s needs as part of a team
- Strong change management skills with experience of managing teams through change
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interpret and communicate financial information to a non-specialist audience
- Strong organisational development skills, able to identify and act on opportunities to drive performance in business
- Experience of the charity or not-for-profit environment (this could be gained as a trustee) preferably with some understanding of charity funding and investment management
- Collaborative working style with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Resilient with a flexible, creative and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving
We are a leading healthcare charity dedicated to enhancing patient care and experience at University Hospital Southampton
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At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. Every day, our volunteers and staff provide life-saving emotional support to people in distress, and behind that work is a culture built on compassion, inclusion, learning and human connection.
We are looking for a Senior Community Fundraiser – Scotland to help grow income, strengthen supporter relationships and unlock the power of community fundraising across Scotland.
This is an exciting senior role within our Community and Events team, working closely with colleagues and volunteers across our Scottish network. You will develop fundraising opportunities that reflect Scotland’s distinctive communities and supporter landscape; while helping volunteers, branches and supporters play their part in our life-saving work.
Contract
- £42,000 (FTE) per annum plus benefits
- Full Time (35hrs per week)
- Fixed Term (18 months)
- Hybrid working - Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. This role is linked to our Edinburgh office with a blend of home and office working and occasional travel to our central office based in Surrey.
- In-person working: Minimum of 1 office day each week in the Edinburgh office, normally Wednesdays.
- We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences.
About the role
The role will be line managed within the Community and Events team, while working closely with the Scotland office to shape and deliver fundraising growth across the nation.
This role will also require occasional travel to our central office in Surrey Ewell or our London Hub office on Leadenhall Street
What you’ll do
Grow community fundraising income in Scotland
- Lead the day-to-day delivery of community fundraising activity across Scotland.
- Identify, develop and manage a strong pipeline of supporters and fundraising opportunities.
- Manage income budgets of around £200k or more and contribute to forecasting, reporting and performance analysis.
Build strong supporter and volunteer relationships
- Build and steward relationships with volunteers, branches, individuals, community groups and corporate partners.
- Champion excellent supporter journeys that attract new supporters and deepen existing relationships.
- Support volunteers and branches to reach their fundraising potential.
Work across Samaritans
- Support the development and delivery of the Community and Events fundraising strategy and operational plans.
- Develop networks across Scotland to raise Samaritans’ profile and unlock new opportunities.
- Work across the organisation to embed a “One Samaritans” approach to fundraising and engagement.
- Ensure activity complies with charity law, fundraising regulation and data protection requirements
About you
You’re an experienced community fundraiser who thrives on building relationships and making things happen. You enjoy working collaboratively, influencing stakeholders and supporting volunteers to succeed.
You’ll be confident working at both strategic and operational levels, balancing planning and delivery while keeping supporters and volunteers at the heart of everything you do.
What you will bring:
- Significant experience in community fundraising with a strong understanding of fundraising operations
- Proven ability to manage an income portfolio of £200k+ and work to financial targets
- Excellent relationship‑building, stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Experience of working with and supporting volunteers
- Strong understanding of charity legislation and fundraising best practice
- Experience of working cross‑departmentally and collaboratively
- A genuine commitment to Samaritans’ mission, values and equity, diversity and inclusion principles
- Experience of project management, coaching or mentoring, and managing change would be an advantage, as would knowledge of the Scottish fundraising environment.
Full outline in the Job description file below.
Criminal record check (PVG)
We take safeguarding seriously at Samaritans and follow safe recruitment practices. As this role has direct contact with children and adults at risk, this role will require a PVG (Adults and Children) check.
At offer stage, as part of the conditional job offer, we will require the candidate to disclose in full, spent and unspent convictions by completing a declaration form. The declaration form will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process.
Why Samaritans?
At Samaritans, people matter deeply. We know that meaningful impact starts with how we support each other.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity of thought, background and lived experience, and we actively encourage applications from people from all communities.
Every person at Samaritans plays a role in helping fewer people die by suicide. If you are motivated by purpose, compassion and the opportunity to make a lasting difference, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available below. 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.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and include a cover letter (max 2 pages) evidencing expertise and experience you have to do this role. Please consider areas such as:
- Community fundraising leadership
- Stakeholder and volunteer engagement
- Strategic delivery and ways of working
At Samaritans, human connection is at the heart of everything we do.
We do not use AI at any stage during the selection process. Your application will always be carefully reviewed by the recruiting manager or a member of the Talent Attraction Team.
We kindly ask that you avoid using AI tools to generate your application or interview answers. We want to hear your own ideas, insights, and writing style so your unique strengths can shine through. We recognise that some candidates may use assistive technology or tools to help with accessibility, structure or grammar.
Applications close at 9am Monday 1st June
Interviews
All applicants will receive notification of the outcome of their application, at the appropriate time.
1st stage interviews (online) will be held on 9th & 11th June
2nd interviews (face to face in Edinburgh office) will be held on 18th June.
We prevent suicide through the power of human connection. Connecting people in crisis with trained volunteers who will always listen.



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We’re looking for a senior leader to join our Senior Management Team and take overall responsibility for the organisation’s operational core.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high-impact organisation as a key member of the Senior Management Team, working in close partnership with the Chief Executive to drive organisational excellence, sustainability, and transformation.
As Executive Director, Operations, you will sit at the heart of the organisation leading critical services and ensuring everything we do is underpinned by strong governance, robust finances, effective systems and an engaged, high-performing workforce. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, enabling delivery, and ensuring we remain fit for the future.
This role requires a strategic leader who thrives on complexity, brings clarity to challenge, and is motivated by delivering meaningful impact.
What you’ll do
- Lead core corporate functions including Finance, HR, IT, Governance and Facilities
- Contribute to organisational strategy and decision-making as a member of the SMT
- Ensure strong financial oversight, planning and risk management
- Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes and services
- Support and develop high-performing teams and a positive organisational culture
What you’ll need
- Significant senior leadership experience in a complex organisation
- Expertise in one or more corporate service areas, with the ability to lead across a broad portfolio
- Strong financial understanding and confidence overseeing organisational performance
- A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with the ability to influence at senior level
- Sound judgement, resilience, and the ability to manage complexity and competing priorities
You’ll join a collaborative and purpose-led leadership team, with the opportunity to shape how the organisation operates and grows. This is a role with real influence, where your leadership will directly enable delivery, improvement and long-term success. Please find out more from the candidate pack.
Why join us
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and medical specialties
- Hybrid working – up to 60% remote
- Modern working environment with home‑working equipment provided
- Generous annual leave, plus the option to buy up to 5 extra days
- Enhanced family‑friendly leave (maternity, paternity and adoption) for those with 2+ years continuous service
- Excellent pension scheme
- Sabbaticals (5+ years’ service) and secondment opportunities
- Interest‑free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Long service recognition awards
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Every day, Centre 404 works alongside people with learning disabilities and their families so they can live fuller, more connected lives. The voices, stories and impact behind that work matter — and we’re looking for a Senior Communications Officer to help make sure they are heard with care, clarity and purpose.
Centre 404 is a community‑rooted health and social care charity in North London, where values shape practice and communications are central to our impact. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of our communications across digital channels, campaigns and publications, shaping how Centre 404 is seen and understood.
Working closely with the Director of Children, Young People, Families & Engagement, the Fundraising Manager and colleagues across the organisation, you’ll play a key role in strengthening engagement, supporting fundraising, and ensuring lived experience sits at the heart of everything we communicate.
About the role
- Lead day‑to‑day delivery of Centre 404’s communications across digital channels, campaigns and publications
- Maintain an engaging, accessible and consistent presence across our website, social media and e‑communications
- Create high‑quality, audience‑focused content that brings our work and impact to life
- Handle stories and case studies sensitively and ethically, in line with safeguarding and confidentiality standards
- Maintain and develop Centre 404’s brand and tone of voice, ensuring warmth, clarity and consistency
- Deliver communications campaigns and key publications, including our annual impact report
- Work closely with fundraising colleagues to support supporter engagement and donor communications
- Provide light‑touch media and PR support, including drafting press releases when appropriate
- Act as a trusted point of contact for communications advice across the organisation
- Use feedback and insight to continually improve the quality and effectiveness of our communications
- Manage an agreed communications budget and ensure value for money
This is a standalone role with a high degree of autonomy, offering the chance to make a real difference in a values‑led organisation.
About you
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience working in a communications role, delivering activity across multiple channels
- Is an excellent writer with strong editorial judgement and attention to detail
- Understands digital communications, including websites, social media and e‑communications
- Can translate complex or sensitive information into clear, engaging and appropriate content
- Has a strong understanding of accessible, inclusive and audience‑centred communications
- Is comfortable managing their own workload and priorities while working collaboratively
- Brings a thoughtful, ethical and emotionally intelligent approach to storytelling
- Shares Centre 404’s commitment to respect, inclusion, dignity and safeguarding
Experience in the charity, health or social care sector — particularly producing publications or supporting fundraising communications — would be an advantage, but is not essential.
Why work for Centre 404?
At Centre 404, values aren’t just words — they shape how we work every day. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment where your work will have a genuine impact on people’s lives. You’ll have the opportunity to shape our communications, grow your skills and contribute to a mission you can truly believe in.
Centre 404 is a warm, values‑driven organisation with a rich history of supporting people with learning disabilities for over 75 years. We are collaborative, ambitious, and committed to creating life‑changing impact for families across North London. We will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and we are looking to recruit people who share these values. All offers of employment are subject to a relevant DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory references covering a five-year period.
We are dedicated to providing a meaningful and rewarding work environment, as well as offering a range of perks and benefits for our staff to enjoy.
Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889
Please submit a CV along with a cover statement addressing the following: “Tell us more about why you are interested in this role and what you would bring to this post in terms of your knowledge, skills and experience”. Please ensure you refer to the person specification in your statement and explain how you meet the criteria.




