Who are we?

Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU) is an independent, not-for-profit charity affiliated with Nottingham Trent University. We're a democratic, membership-led organisation run by a team of annually elected officers. We work hard to create the best experience for students inside and outside of the classroom and are committed to delivering outstanding entertainments and events whilst providing excellent commercial services that exceed expectations.

We are consistently ranked in the UK top ten for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS) and Times Higher Education Awards, and this year we have been shortlisted for Students’ Union of the Year at the WhatUni? Student Choice Awards, all of which are influenced by students. Following the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer we are looking for a Director of Commercial Services to join the newly formed Senior Management Team. 

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, fun, and dynamic workplace. We are committed to promoting a positive working environment and our staff relationships are important to us. Our staff team consistently achieve great things for our students and we are seeking a person dedicated to continually improving what we do for our customers and members who can work collaboratively to move the organisation forward in partnership with our key stakeholders to deliver an exceptional student experience. 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to drive commercial performance in a nationally recognised organisation whilst having a positive impact upon the lives of students.

If you share a commitment to our values and delivering exceptional services for our students, we can’t wait to hear from you. 

What will you bring?

• You’ll have experience of working in high volume customer focused commercial services.
• You’ll be able to lead, motivate and develop staff to deliver plans and achieve strategic growth. 
• You will be committed to role modelling our values and will recognise and promote the importance of delivering outstanding commercial services to our members.

We offer lots of great benefits including an employer matched pension scheme, a generous leave allowance of 32 days plus statutory holidays and University closure days, and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.We also provide access to continued professional development opportunities, helping you to gain valuable experience in the sector we work in and beyond.

At NTSU we ensure that all our colleagues are valued, included and supported, and that we create an environment where every person is able to bring the fullness of their lives to work. We respect everyone's individual identity and celebrate difference, and therefore welcome applications from all candidates.

Dates for your Diary

• Closing Date: Thursday 26th May at 12 noon
• First Stage Interviews: Tuesday 7th June (remote)
• Second Stage Interviews: Thursday 16th June (at City Campus site)

Please visit our website to download our Candidate Pack for more information before submitting your application 

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please contact our recruitment partners Atkinson HR Consulting, to arrange an informal, confidential conversation.

We are seeking an experienced finance professional who can help our organsation to reach new heights through strong financial planning, communication, leadership, and ambition. We are part-way through our first year of our 2021-24 strategic plan which aims to transform the organisation into a central part of student life at the University of Northampton. As an organisation which is proud of its diverse membership, we would also like to encourage applications from people of colour and people with disabilitiesto help senior leadership team better reflect our membership.

The duties of the post holder are:

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT

1. Lead the development, management and delivery of NSU’s finance, commercial, and insights activity.
2. Responsible for driving income generation across the Union, including but not limited to; partnerships, services, sponsorship, and fundraising.
3. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, lead UNSU strategic and operational planning; enabling the delivery of NSU’s priorities and projects.
4. Oversee, via delegated budget holders, budgets for the Membership Services and other NSU functions, including production of annual budgets and reporting on cashflow, and I&E variances monthly as required.
5. Manage the relationship between NSU and the University’s Director of Finance, ensuring there is open, transparent, and regular dialogue between the two organisations, and that there is confidence and assurance in NSU’s activity.
6. Deputise for the Chief Executive Officer by representing them and NSU at NSU, University or External meetings, events and other engagements.
7. As the senior manager responsible for the finance, commercial, and insights functions, oversee recruitment, selection, induction and ongoing leadership of relevant staff.

COMPLIANCE

1. Support the Trustee’s Finance and Risk Committee and Chief Executive Officer by taking operational responsibility for managing the financial sustainability and statutory compliance of the Students’ Union.
2. Accountable for the maintenance of financial, legal and risk controls across all services including compliance with all financial processes and procedures including ensuring submission of relevant information requested in a timely fashion.
3. Oversee the year end statutory accounts preparation and audit, ensuring clear and timely communication of outcomes with relevant stakeholders
4. Lead on the annual internal audit process, ensuring that actions are followed up and reported to the University’s audit committee.
5. Lead on the development and maintenance of NSU’s Risk Register, working with the board and NSU staff to ensure progress against agreed actions and the identification of new risks.
6. Ensure the department’s operations are compliant with national and local legal requirements including Health & Safety and NSU’s internal policy and procedures.
7. Take overall responsibility for all health and safety matters within the organisation by chairing the internal Health, Safety and Risk Committee.

FINANCE

1. Lead the finance team to ensure the accurate and timely production of monthly management accounts.
2. Ensure a strong internal control framework and effective financial policies and procedures are in place and actioned.
3. Be responsible for the SU’s payroll system and ensuring that PAYE regulations are adhered to at all times.
4. Ensure that insurance cover is adequate for all areas of the SU, whilst maintaining value for money.
5. Manage relationships with University finance staff, NSU auditors, tax advisors, insurance providers and banks.

Who are we?

Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU) is an independent, not-for-profit charity affiliated with Nottingham Trent University. We're a democratic, membership-led organisation run by a team of annually elected officers. We work hard to create the best experience for students inside and outside of the classroom. 

We are consistently ranked in the UK top ten for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS) and Times Higher Education Awards, and this year we have been shortlisted for Students’ Union of the Year at the WhatUni? Student Choice Awards, all of which are influenced by students. Following the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer we are looking for a Director of Membership Services to join the newly formed Senior Management Team. 

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive, fun, and dynamic workplace. We are committed to promoting a positive working environment and our staff relationships are important to us. Our staff team consistently achieve great things for our students and we are seeking a person dedicated to continually improving what we do for our members and who can work collaboratively to move the organisation forward in partnership with our key stakeholders to deliver an exceptional student experience. 

If you share a commitment to our values and delivering exceptional services for our students, we can’t wait to hear from you. 

What will you bring?

• You’ll have experience of working in an education or membership-led charity or organisation.
• You’ll be able to lead, motivate and develop staff to deliver plans and achieve strategic growth. 
• You will be committed to role modelling our values and will recognise and promote the importance of students’ voices, ensuring that everything we do is in the interests of our diverse members.

We offer lots of great benefits including an employer matched pension scheme, a generous leave allowance of 32 days plus statutory holidays and University closure days, and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme.We also provide access to continued professional development opportunities, helping you to gain valuable experience in the sector we work in and beyond.

At NTSU we ensure that all our colleagues are valued, included and supported, and that we create an environment where every person is able to bring the fullness of their lives to work. We respect everyone's individual identity and celebrate difference, and therefore welcome applications from all candidates.

Dates for your Diary

• Closing Date: Thursday 26th May at 12 noon
• First Stage Interviews: Monday 6th June (remote)
• Second Stage Interviews: Tuesday 14th June (at City Campus site)

Please visit our website to download our Candidate Pack for more information before submitting your application 

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please contact our recruitment partners Atkinson HR Consulting, to arrange an informal, confidential conversation.

It’s an exciting time to join Cambridge SU as we’ve just launched an ambitious strategy, and moved into our excellent new space (which has incredible Mill Pond views).

Student groups, community building and personal development are the heart of the Activities Team, where this role sits. You’d be joining a passionate team who deliver support for over 500 sports clubs and societies as well as key flagship events throughout the year including Freshers’ Fair and the Shadowing Scheme. 

If you are interested in working in a driven, changemaking, student-led organisation, then we would love to hear from you.

Job Purpose

This role leads on all of our current access projects and activities, working closely with the Access, Education & Participation Officers (UG & PG) to deliver these; and work with the rest of all future access initiatives; for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Alongside the job description, role-holders will be expected to deliver upon objectives defined in the organisation’s strategic plan and associated work plans.
Training upon appointment
The successful role holder will have to have a satisfactory police record check including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Additional safeguarding training will be required due to the nature of the role.

Key Relationships

• Access, Education & Participation Officer (UG)
• Access, Education & Participation Officer (PG)
• Membership Department
• College School Liaison Officers (SLOs)
• College Access Officers (AOs)
• Cambridge Admissions Office (CAO)

Apply
To apply, please submit: 

• Your CV 
• Supporting statement (this should be a maximum of two sides of A4) that clearly outlines your suitability for the role by addressing the criteria focused on experience within the person specification, giving examples. 
• In addition to this, we would like a maximum of 500 words about what interested you in applying for this role and what you’d bring to the role

We encourage all applicants to have a phone call with a member of the team before applying. Gabbi, Director of Membership Engagement, Deputy CEO or Oli, Activities Manager will be happy to contact you to discuss the role.

The Business Administrator is a brand new role within the organisation that will play a key part in the Business Services team, ensuring the smooth running of Rochdale and District Mind.

The coordinator will work alongside the Welcome Team to maintain comprehensive back office systems and assist with managing a welcoming, non-judgmental Reception service. The post-holder will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Office Manager as well as other senior staff members. 

Main duties:

• Provide administrative support to the Office Manager and senior staff members.
• Assist with the recruitment of staff and volunteers within the organisation.
• To assist with managing reception and provide cover as required.
• Maintain general office systems and provide associated administrative duties such as record keeping, ordering office supplies, mail distribution, booking events/venues, taking minutes, etc.
• Keep track of staff annual/sick leave, trigger levels and update staff rotas.
• Oversee the Meetings and Events calendars and manage room and online meeting bookings.
• Provide support to the Finance and Business Development Manager in making invoice payments and keeping basic financial records.

Hours: 21 hours per week
Salary: £11,750.26 per annum (Actual)

Closing date for applications day 29th May 2022 at Midnight.
Shortlisting 30th May 2022.
Interviews to be held 31st May 2022.