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Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Voice 21 to recruit for the organisation's next Head of Communications and Campaigns.

Voice 21 is the UK's national oracy education charity, dedicated to transforming the learning and life chances of young people through talk. The organisation works in partnership with schools to embed high-quality oracy education, working especially in schools where it can make the greatest impact. By equipping educators and students with the skills to speak, listen, and communicate effectively, Voice 21 aims to create a fairer society where every child has the oracy skills they need to thrive in school and beyond.

The Head of Communications and Campaigns will lead Voice 21's communication, campaigns and events functions, bringing strategic vision, expertise and enthusiasm to play an integral role in ensuring all children, regardless of their background, have the oracy skills they need to thrive in school, work and life.

Contract: Permanent role

Salary: £47,362 to £50,981 plus £312 annual working from home allowance.

Location: All Voice 21 staff work remotely and this is a home-based role. Some travel is expected, both to the organisation's London office and elsewhere for meetings, around once a month. Voice 21 pays all travel and accommodation expenses.

Hours: Voice 21 is very happy to consider applications from candidates wishing to work full time, or part time four days per week. The organisation also offers the opportunity to work a nine-day condensed fortnight.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 30th October

Interview date: first stage interviews will be held week commencing the 10th November with second round held week commencing 17th November

As Head of Communications and Campaigns, your core responsibilities will include:

• Set the vision for Communications and Campaigns across the organisation, supporting the organisation's ambitions to expand system-wide understanding of a high-quality oracy education
• Amplify Voice 21's reputation and standing in the sector, positioning Voice 21 as the 'oracy authority' through insightful, thought-provoking communications
• Work closely with the Head of Learning to ensure effective communication of the impact Voice 21's work is having in schools across the UK
• Work collaboratively across the organisation to develop key messages for audiences, including both education and non-education stakeholders
• Lead on the refinement and maintenance of Voice 21's brand, including visual identity and tone of voice
• Lead on the management of Voice 21's external channels, including website and social media
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of Voice 21's communications, using appropriate research and monitoring approaches
• Work closely with the Campaign Manager to oversee Voice 21's annual campaigns, ensuring they align with our strategic objectives
• Work closely with the Events Lead to oversee Voice 21's events programme, including Oracy October and the Great Oracy Exhibition, and the development of the events function as a cross-organisational 'service'
• Work creatively and collaboratively across Voice 21, and with external partners, to develop new campaigns that meet strategic objectives
• Provide inspirational leadership to your team of four direct reports, prioritising their professional development and wellbeing
• Represent Communications and Campaigns on the Whole Leadership Team, contributing to organisational leadership, planning and performance management.

We'd love to hear from candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Proven leadership within either Communications or Campaigns, with a strong understanding of both
• Solid experience in the development of compelling and strategic key messages in education, public sector or non-profit settings
• Experience with monitoring, evaluation and target-setting regarding communications and campaigns
• Proven track record of writing to a high standard for external publication, such as reports, press releases, op-eds and blog posts
• Experience leading or supporting cross-functional teams
• Able to form excellent working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

We're particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates who have the following experience, although this is not essential:

• Experience with data-driven approaches to communications, e.g. familiarity with web analytics, campaign monitoring software, etc.
• Events experience or working alongside events
• Familiarity with oracy or educational inequality agendas

If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please send your CV to Alice Wood at Charity People in the first instance. 

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

This is an opportunity for a well-rounded accountant to join the Bild group of charities. The post-holder will be responsible for all management accounts across a group of four charities, whose combined turnover is circa £4m per year.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial controls
• Prepare monthly management accounts, reports, and financial statements
• Responsible for development of management reporting

• Meeting regularly with budget holders to review financial performance and outstanding commitments.

• Manage payroll, tax returns, and financial reporting for funders

• Support the Business and Finance Director in preparing annual budgets and forecasts.
• Support the Business and Finance Director with the annual audit process

General Responsibilities:

• Access and work within Bild’s policies and procedures. 

• Attend internal cycle of team meetings relevant to this role. 

• Engage with line management, supervision (where appropriate) and appraisal process. 

• Comply with data protection regulations, ensuring that information on clients, employees, volunteers and other stakeholders remains confidential. 

• Take responsibility for personal learning and development with support from line manager. 

• Work in a manner that facilitates equal opportunities and inclusion for all. 

• Remain professional and respectful at all times, promoting positive relations with all those we encounter in our work. 

• Maintain health and safety and risk awareness for self and others across the organisation. 

• Undertake any other duties that Bild may require within the remit of this role. 

We're looking for a very capable Finance Manager to join us. This is a varied and rewarding finance role at the heart of a small, friendly and ambitious charity working to improve the lives of people with eczema. Please see the recruitment pack for more information, including full job description.

To be successful, you'lll need to be proactive and enjoy working in a small team. The role involves a high degree of delegated responsibility and autonomy, and you're expected to manage your workload effectively within your functional remit.

The post-holder is responsible for managing the day-to-day running of the Society’s finance and CRM operations, including the National Eczema Society membership scheme. This is a full-time sole-charge role, managing the processing side of charity’s finance function, including managing purchase and sales ledgers, preparing payment runs, managing supplier reconciliations and month-end tasks.

You would join our small team based at the charity’s offices near London Bridge. There is flexibility for some home-based working and you are expected to work in the office at least two days a week to facilitate effective team-working. National Eczema Society offers help for staff studying for accounting exams.

At National Eczema Society (NES) we are passionate about making life better for people with eczema in the UK and their families. As a small and agile charity, we punch above our weight and have big ambitions. In the UK, around 1 in 5 children and 1 in 10 adults live with eczema, so lots of people are looking to our charity for support and hope.

Our mission is to empower people to live well with eczema and bring about positive change for our eczema community. We do this by providing expert information and advice needed to manage eczema well. We also create a healthier future by raising awareness and understanding of eczema, campaigning to improve medical care, and supporting research into new treatments, prevention and ultimately a cure.

We rely on voluntary donations, legacies, membership fees and corporate sponsorship to fund our vital work. Managing the charity’s finance operations well is vital to our organisational effectiveness and our Finance & CRM Manager is a core member of the team. National Eczema Society is a membership charity and we have around 2,000 members.

How to apply

If this role sounds like it’s right for you and you’d like to apply, please send us:

• CV outlining your employment history, academic and professional accounting qualifications
• Supporting statement (no more than two A4 pages please), explaining how you meet the requirements described in the job description and why you’re interested in this role at National Eczema Society.

Please submit your CV and supporting statement by Monday 20 October 2026 (by 5pm).

If you’d like an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please email Andrew Proctor, Chief Executive.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE/DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY.

Closing date: Monday 20 October 2026 (by 5pm)

In-person interviews in London: W/C Monday 3 November 2026

The Finance Officer will work within the Finance Department to provide essential day today financial processing, support and advice. The post-holder will be a key member of the team in keeping accurate and up to date records of the organisations financial activities on both the accounting system & associated files.

You’ll be based at the Wildlife Trust’s Head Office at Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP, with some work at our EcoPark site in Small Heath and occasional travel across the region and nationally. 

Key Responsibilities

• Creation and maintenance of processes and systems to ensure the smooth running of the finance function including adding new suppliers and customers to the system
• To be responsible for keeping up to date and accurate records of financial transactions on Excel and the accounting system
• To raise and issue sales invoices, follow up outstanding invoices and resolve any issues.
• To liaise with suppliers and creditors to maintain relationships as part of cash flow management.
• To check and reconcile purchase invoices ready for payment, to investigate and resolve any issues.
• To be responsible for the petty cash system in line with the organisations Financial Procedures.
• To manage the purchase order process ensuring compliance in line with policy.
• To complete regular bank, Petty cash and credit card reconciliations.
• To oversee the credit card processing, ensuring security at all times.
• To ensure all contracts/agreements are central filed and updated on the database.
• To report to statutory bodies such as Entrust
• To support the Director of Finance with the production of finance reports to senior managers on a monthly basis relating to income & expenditure
• To support with the processing of direct debits for membership donations
• To support with ad hoc tasks as the trust requires
• To support the preparation for the annual audit, e.g. stock take reconciliation, fixed asset records, Charity Commission and Companies House checks.
• To run the payroll reports and send to the Director of Finance for review and approval
• Undertake other duties as requested by line manager that contribute to Trust strategies.

About You

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail 
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment 
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook 
• Strong communication skills and able to work independently 
• Experience in the charity sector is desirable 

What We Offer

• A chance to make a real impact in local communities and the natural environment 
• A supportive and inclusive team culture 
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Opportunities for professional development 

How to Apply

We are interviewing suitable candidates on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. For more information or to apply, visit our website or contact us directly.  

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to ensuring transparent and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment. As a progressive charitable organisation, we champion equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristic. 

Location: GCT Offices, Central London (minimum 3 days per week, home-working up to 2 days per week)

Galapagos Conservation Trust (GCT) is looking for an Operations & Finance Officer to join our busy, friendly team in London. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will have an essential and diverse role supporting the operations and administration of a ~£1.8m charity, which has ambitions to grow. You will support the Finance Director through payment processing, CRM management, IT management and HR support/ ensuring team well-being. You will be the first point of contact for all enquiries, providing a critical ‘face’ and ‘voice’ for the charity.  You will be responsible for the smooth running and effective administration of the London office and delivery of our all-team Team Days and meetings. You will be joining us at an exciting time as we implement a new three-year strategy, which includes expanding the team and growing our income through increased programme activities and securing larger, institutional grants.

Who we are

Galapagos Conservation Trust (GCT) is the only UK registered charity focussed solely on the conservation of one of the most unique and ecologically important, but vulnerable, areas in the world, the Galapagos Islands. With 30 years of experience, we partner with Ecuadorian authorities, NGOs, local communities and leading researchers both in Galapagos and the UK to support impactful conservation programmes and deliver community outreach across the Archipelago.

By raising funds and awareness in the UK, we are able to support and deliver projects in Galapagos, helping to contribute to the overall management of this unique ecosystem and enabling us to achieve maximum positive impact in our efforts to conserve the special wildlife of these Islands.

What we want

· An experienced person with a high level of organisational ability with a strong attention to detail

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a friendly and open approach (including being comfortable with managing phone calls)

· A strong member of the team with a can-do attitude who will be responsive to the changing demands of a growing organisation and willing to support team mates

· A passion for conservation and the natural world and knowledge of working in the charity sector

What you will get

· An opportunity to gain operational knowledge of a charity and increase your skills particularly in finance, HR and administration

· Support from the Finance Director and other staff as appropriate

· To be part of a committed team which is supported by a fully engaged Board of Trustees

· Opportunities for training (where appropriate)

· A connection with cutting edge conservation projects in the planet’s first World Heritage Site, the Galapagos Islands and the surrounding Galapagos Marine Reserve

Closing Date: midnight on Wednesday 15 October 2025. We will be undertaking rolling shortlisting and interviewing for this role so the advert may close early if the vacancy is filled before this date.

Thank you for your interest.

Senior Data Analyst

This role is being offered as a permanent part-time Job share (17.5 hours per week).

This role can be based in any of our UK locations; Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, or Warrington. 

You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 1 day per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 1.5 days. 

Salary - £23,333 (pro-rata) per year (plus London allowance if applicable)

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. 

About the role

Join Christian Aid and use your passion for data to make a real impact in the world!

We are looking for an experienced data analyst to help us make the best possible use of our supporter data, to continue to grow income and engagement.  At its heart, this role is about uncovering the trends, patterns and stories behind the numbers, and providing clear, engaging reports and dashboards: generating real understanding to drive strategic direction.  The role is based in our newly formed Insight, Research, Innovation and Supporter Data team, bringing together professionals across these functions to drive impactful strategies and innovation.  It is a job-share post, working with another part-time analyst. 

About you

As well as being a whiz with numbers, analytical tools and coding (including SQL), you must be a good collaborator who can work well with stakeholders and other analysts across different fields to bring together the ‘big picture’ and add value. 

You must have experience working with CRM systems and developing and interrogating PowerBI reports and dashboards for different contexts.  

You need to be objective and clear-headed in a complex data environment; you figure out and focus on what really matters, going beyond headline reporting to uncover deeper insights and choosing the most effective methods to report on those insights to a range of audiences. 

You are inquisitive and curious, keeping an eye on improvements and innovations, and being proactive in making the right changes happen.  You are data and evidence-centric, with an appreciation of how quantitative and qualitative methods work alongside each other.  Ideally, you also have experience working in fundraising, supporter engagement, or customer experience. 

Sound like you?

Further information

At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.

We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams. 

We have a strong Christian ethos and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity. 

All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this. 

The Royal Ballet and Opera continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. Our Covent Garden theatre has been at the heart of London and British cultural life for three centuries. We are home to two world-class Companies: The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera.

As a charity we could not plan for our next programme of artistic work, or our community and outreach projects, without the support of our philanthropists and members. As an organisation we are committed to ensuring that all philanthropists and members enjoy a rewarding relationship with our organisation.

The Development and Advocacy Department are looking to appoint an interim Development Assistant on a part-time basis. This role will provide general administrative support to the Fundraising Appeals and Membership teams; including but not limited to supporting the Membership phone lines for incoming membership and ticketing queries, manage the fundraising inbox for incoming donation messages, assisting with ticket allocations for Patron members during their priority booking period and writing meaningful thank you letters to donors to appeals.

The ideal candidate will have strong verbal communication skills and a helpful manner, with an enthusiasm for and the ability to communicate fluently about the artistic work of the RBO. They will be a team player, who can quickly build relationships with colleagues and guests. You will have:

• Strong written communication skills across email, digital and print channels
• Excellent face-to-face and telephone communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with donors, members, and stakeholders
• Experience working with databases, including accurate data entry and extracting data for mail merges and reports
• A commitment to delivering a first-rate experience to supporters (transferable customer service experience will be highly regarded)
• The ability and interest to gain an understanding of UK fundraising landscape, fundraising methods and processes
• Experience of processing Direct Debits (desirable)

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic candidate looking to develop their skills in a world leading arts fundraising team. Prior knowledge of our art forms is not essential but the ability and desire to learn quickly is.

The Royal Ballet and Opera is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applications from those who are from a global majority background and/or those who are disabled, as they are under-represented within our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.

Closing date for applications: 8am, Friday 24th October 2025

We’re seeking to recruit to two maternity cover posts at City of Sanctuary Sheffield – a ‘Welcoming Spaces Manager – Maternity Cover’ and ‘Volunteer Coordinator – Maternity Cover’ (covered in separate job adverts).  We welcome applications from individuals for one or both of the roles and are prepared to offer flexible working hours for the right candidate(s). 

Please state in your application which post you would like to be considered for or whether you would like to be considered for both posts.  If you would like to be considered for both posts please only apply for one post but state in your application that you would like to be considered for both.

Post 1 – Welcoming Spaces Manager – Maternity Cover

In this post you will manage and develop The Sanctuary and support the running of The Drop-In – two vital welcoming spaces for refugees and asylum seekers in Sheffield and those working in solidarity with them.  This role is a maternity cover for the current post holder. 

• Reports to: Director  

• Responsible for: Drop-In Manager; Team of volunteers  

• Period of Contract: This is a temporary contract covering maternity leave for a duration of 9 months with the possibility of a 3 month extension  

• Hours of work: Part time – 0.8 FTE (28 hours a week, 35 hours full time)  

• Pay Band: B  

• Pay scale: £31,322 per annum (0.8 FTE); (£39,152 1.0 FTE)  

• Pension: 8%  

• Based: Sheffield City Centre  

• Holiday: 20.8 days per year, plus public holidays 

Post 2 – Volunteer Coordinator – Maternity Cover 

See other job advert.

To Apply  

To apply, please write a covering letter (no more than 2 pages long).  In this letter:

• Say why you are applying for the job.

• Tell us how you meet the job requirements detailed in the person specification that we are considering at the application stage. Give practical examples of what you have done that meets each requirement.

If applying for both roles please write one cover letter that speaks to the job requirements of both roles, many of which overlap. 

In addition, please include the following:

• A brief summary of the work and volunteering you have done or a short CV.

• Name, phone number and email addresses of two references, at least one of whom can comment on recent work or volunteer experience.

A free preparation session will be run by the New Beginnings team at Voluntary Action Sheffield.  This will be open to anyone applying for the role to learn a bit more about the job and get support with their application.  This session will be at 4pm on Tuesday 14th October at The Sanctuary, Chapel Walk, S1 2PD. 

Closing date for applications is 5pm on Sunday 2nd November

Donor Support Officer (Maternity Cover)

Location: Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP  

Salary: £19,656 per annum, based on 30 hours/week (pro-rata of £24,822 FTE). Salary negotiable depending on experience.

Hours: 30 hours per week  

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Application Deadline: Interviews will be held on a rolling basis (Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible).   

Right to Work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are not a visa-sponsoring organisation.  

About the Role

The Donor Support Officer plays a key role in supporting the Trust’s ambitions to grow and diversify its membership base. This includes providing efficient administration for individual and corporate donors, delivering high-quality customer service, and helping to strengthen member relationships through proactive engagement and milestone recognition. The role directly contributes to the success of the Trust’s urban nature conservation work by ensuring a positive and seamless experience for supporters.

You’ll be based at the Wildlife Trust’s Head Office at Centre of the Earth, 42 Norman Street, Birmingham, B18 7EP, with some work at our EcoPark site in Small Heath and occasional travel across the region and nationally. 

Key responsibilities

 ·Provide administrative support for membership recruitment and fundraising campaigns such as upgrade campaigns, lead generation campaigns and fundraising appeals.

· Accurate data entry into the Trust’s CRM database, including communication records and changes to payment details, changes to Direct Debits information, gift aid declaration, contact information and marketing preferences. 

· Prepare contact lists of new members and lapsed members, to either complete or coordinate welcome/leaver calls as appropriate

· Provide professional and high-quality customer service when communicating with prospective or active member and donor enquiries including via telephone and by monitoring the membership and other inboxes.

· Complete membership renewal processes including the handling of payment by cheques, cash and credit/debit card payments.

· Collate and issue new member welcome letters, welcome packs and Direct Debit confirmation letters in a timely fashion.

· Issue written and / or oral ‘thank you’ communications to members and donors.

· Stock management of member magazine resources and place orders with suppliers.

· Raise purchase orders for commission-based membership recruitment and process clawback claims accordingly.

· Support with the co-ordination and administration of member-only events such as AGM.

· Comply with the Trusts’ Data Protection Policy and ensuring confidentiality of all donor data.

· Maintain awareness of trends in the fundraising sector – particularly membership.

About You

· Highly organised with excellent attention to detail 

· Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment 

· Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook 

· Strong communication skills and able to work independently 

· Experience in the charity sector is desirable 

What We Offer

· A chance to make a real impact in local communities and the natural environment 

· A supportive and inclusive team culture 

· Flexible working arrangements 

· Opportunities for professional development 

How to Apply

We are interviewing suitable candidates on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. For more information or to apply, visit our website or contact us directly.  

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to ensuring transparent and non-discriminatory recruitment and employment. As a progressive charitable organisation, we champion equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristic. 

The main goal of this project is to get more people volunteering in local health services and community groups across West Essex and to make sure those volunteer roles stick around. This is a great chance to build on the huge community spirit and increase in health and care volunteering we saw during the pandemic.

What You'll Do:

• You'll help coordinate and run the project day-to-day in West Essex, working with the voluntary sector and NHS voluntary services.
• You'll be a key person who talks to and connects with different groups in the community, especially those who haven't volunteered much before.
• Your work will focus on supporting and growing the number of volunteers.

Who We're Looking For:

• Someone with experience in managing projects or working with the public (this could be in health, social care, or with charities/community groups).
• Someone who is good at engaging with a diverse range of people.

About the Team:

This role is part of a larger Volunteering for Health team that works across the wider area (Herts & West Essex). You will be supported by a Programme Lead and work alongside other Programme Coordinators based in different towns like Hertford, Hatfield, and Watford.

This programme is funded by the NHS until June 2027.

Are you a creative communications professional who wants to use your skills to make a real difference?
At Self Injury Support, we’re on a mission to change the conversation around self-harm. We’re the leading UK charity dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by self-harm and those who care for them: reducing stigma, increasing understanding, and opening up new avenues for compassionate support.

This is a unique opportunity to take the lead on shaping how we share our story with the world. As our Communications Manager, you’ll play a central role in launching our exciting new rebrand and website, building powerful campaigns, and making sure our messaging reaches the people who need it most.

What you’ll be doing

• Driving the successful launch and embedding of our rebrand and website.
• Developing and delivering our communications strategy across digital, media and campaigns.
• Growing awareness of our mission, services, and impact from beneficiaries to funders and national audiences.
• Creating compelling content and campaigns that inspire action, support and understanding.
• Leading on press and media engagement, building positive relationships and amplifying the voices of people with lived experience.
• Using data and insights to shape communications and demonstrate impact.

What we’re looking for

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• A confident communicator, with a track record in communications, campaigns, or PR.
• Skilled at balancing strategy with hands-on delivery, happy to plan big and also get stuck into the details.
• Creative and innovative, always looking for new ways to reach and engage audiences.
• Experienced in managing websites, social media and digital content.
• Passionate about making a real difference in complex social and mental health issues.

Why join us?

• Be part of a bold new chapter as we launch our rebrand and digital presence.
• Work in a supportive, values-driven team that puts lived experience at the heart of what we do.
• Hybrid and flexible working options, with a base in our Bristol office.
• The chance to see the real impact of your work in changing lives and reducing stigma.

Are you looking for a purpose-driven role where your work directly transforms young lives?

We are a life-changing mentoring charity dedicated to supporting young people who have faced an unfair start in life, helping them overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

About the role

As Surrey Programme Manager, you'll manage, advise and support our  Pathways Coordinators in schools and other partner organisations. Your main goal is to make sure our programme is fully integrated and highly effective in schools and with partners across Surrey.

Please note that although this is a remote role, there will be significant weekly travel across Surrey so applicants should be based in Surrey or within easy commutable distance.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide support, development, training, management and motivation to MCR staff in schools and other partner organisations

• Support school integration of the programme and a consistently high quality standard of programme delivery

• Develop and support partnerships with the Local Councils, further and higher education institutions, local business and all MCR stakeholders

• Provide analysis of programme performance, impact and development

About you

• Experience of developing and effectively managing teams and programmes

• Self-motivated and skilled at motivating others

• Experience of or strong interest in working or volunteering in the third sector

• Experience of working within or in collaboration with secondary schools

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise

• Experience of coordinating and analysing qualitative and quantitative data

About us

MCR Pathways is an award-winning charity established in Glasgow in 2007.  We currently support over 7,800 young people across the UK who’ve had an unfair start in life, through our community of mentors, donors, staff, and partners. They are united by a shared belief: that every young person deserves someone to help them find their way. We believe in the power of mentoring and that a single connection can change a life.

We connect young people with volunteer mentors who offer support, encouragement and a listening ear. The aim is to empower young people to define their own ambitions, supporting them from aspiration to achievement. It’s more than academic success; it’s about instilling belief, resilience and the chance to thrive.

Mentoring is at the heart of what we do, but not all we do. We create opportunities like career tasters, job shadowing, and work experience helping young people access networks and pathways they might not otherwise reach. We support them into further and higher education, apprenticeships and employment and fulfilling careers helping them live their best life.

MCR Pathways’ values are Respect, Communication, Trust and Growth and they inform everything we do.

Benefits of working for MCR Pathways include:  33 days annual leave in first year rising to 38 days from 2nd year of employment, additional day off for your birthday,  Life Assurance - 4 x salary,  Living Pension Employer.

The Services Manager (Housing) will primarily focus on managing New Horizon's busy Housing Advice service, delivered both from the day centre and remotely. You will work with the Head of Housing Services to ensure the service responds holistically to young people with multiple needs or barriers. You should have relevent professional experience within the housing and homelessness sector, be a passionate advocate for young people and have the ability to motivate a team to deliver high quality services in a fast-paced environment. You should be skilled in partnership management and able to collaborate effectively to identify and deliver new housing solutions for young people experiencing homelessness.

• Permanent, full-time role in the Housing Team
• Salary: £37,024 – £41,600
• Deadline to apply: 9am Monday 3 November

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team. The Legal Counsel is responsible for advising and challenging senior colleagues, ensuring the provision of sound legal advice and guidance. They will oversee legal compliance, manage legal risk mitigation efforts and take ownership of legal processes to enable the smooth operation of our organisation.

This position will take accountability for developing and implementing the charity’s legal strategies, ensuring that legal risks are proactively identified, managed, and mitigated effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

 Compliance and Regulations

· Take ownership of monitoring and advising on changes in laws and regulations relevant to the charity, including but not limited to charity law, data protection, health and safety.

· Oversee the development and execution of strategies to address legal risks, obligations, and opportunities.

· Ensure compliance with applicable legal frameworks, to include the creation and maintenance of a legal register.

· Proactively identify, monitor, address, and report on legal (and where appropriate other business) issues of significance.

Contracts

· Take responsibility for drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of contracts including, but not limited to commercial, research, collaboration contracts and service agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and mitigating potential risks.

· Oversee the provision of timely and pragmatic legal advice on matters of contract law, intellectual property rights, employment law, governance, and other relevant areas, ensuring alignment with our organisational goals.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

· Take ownership of managing legal disputes, litigation, and other legal matters, ensuring effective collaboration with external counsel to safeguard the charity’s interests.

· Identify and address legal risks proactively and escalate more complex legal matters when appropriate.

· Provide specialist advice to ensure foreseeable legal risks are effectively identified.

Stakeholder Engagement & Training

· Be accountable for establishing and maintaining effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholders, overseeing the integration of legal input into decision-making processes.

· Take responsibility for developing and delivering training sessions and workshops to ensure employees and stakeholders are well informed on legal matters, contracts, policies, and procedures.

· Establish and maintain effective business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

 What we are looking for:

· Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK, with a current practicing certificate, sound legal training in a well-regarded legal practice, and relevant post-qualification experience in-house and / or in private practice.

· Strong knowledge of contract law, and the drafting of agreements, negotiating contracts and developing compliance.

· Strong knowledge and understanding of UK legal frameworks, regulations, and compliance requirements applicable to charitable organisations.

· Ability to translate complex technical information into clear and accessible advice to non-legal stakeholders.

· Extensive demonstrable post-qualification experience.

· Solution focused, pragmatic, and able to apply legal knowledge and good practice in day-to-day work.

· Able and prepared to quickly develop a good understanding of new legal areas and issues which affect the organisation.

· Able to recognise when more complex and serious issues arise and escalate appropriately.

· Proven ability to independently lead initiatives, oversee multiple priorities and ensure deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.

· Proficiency in MS Office 365 and other relevant software applications.

· Proven drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

· Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.

· Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risks, develop effective solutions, and to exercise good judgement / initiative in a variety of situations.

· Confidence in presenting / communicating to groups of people and / or senior leadership.

· Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

· Ability to quickly establish personal credibility and to develop and maintain effective strategic relationships.

· Receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity, and an ability to learn.

· Enthusiasm, commitment and motivation for work, and the achievement results

· Demonstrated ability to manage and take ownership of strategic relationships, fostering deeper partnerships across the organisation. 

· Working experience of intellectual property rights, employment law, governance, regulatory compliance, and data protection.

· Experience working with complex charities.

· Personal demeanour that secures the trust and confidence of others.

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

Our Office: Our office is at 3 Riverside, Granta Park, Great Abington, Cambridge, CB21 6AD. 

Salary: Circa £70,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack on our website for more information.

The closing date for applications is the 19th October 2025, 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, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.  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. While we strive to anonymise your CV where possible, there are certain sections, such as the application question, that cannot be fully anonymised. We kindly ask that you remove any personal information, including your name, when answering the application question. The hiring panel will not have access to your personal details, such as your name and address, until you are invited for an interview. 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. 

There has never been a more important and exciting time in dementia research. With promising new drugs in clinical trials that slow the progression of the diseases that cause it, and revolutionary new ways to diagnose them on the horizon, we are now at a tipping point. Working with the smartest minds globally and across the UK, with industry and academia, Alzheimer’s Research UK is uniquely placed to invest in the very best research identifying barriers to a cure and knocking them down so that there are more and better treatments for everyone with dementia. For the first time in history, we can see a future where people with dementia can get a swift and accurate diagnosis, and effective treatments that could slow or even stop their disease. We stand for everyone affected by dementia. We stand for a cure. 

In 2024, we were incredibly proud to be awarded a 3-star accreditation by Best Companies which recognises ‘World Class’ levels of workplace engagement. This is the second consecutive time; we have been awarded a Best Companies 3-star accreditation.

We were also listed in the prestigious Best Companies lists:

· 18th in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For in the UK.

· 10th in the 50 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

· 2nd in the 30 Best Companies to Work For in the Charity Sector.

ARUK really does look after its people, where you will be able to add value and make a difference. 

To view further details about working for us and the benefits we offer, please visit Alzheimer’s Research UK