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Ivy Rock Partners is delighted to be partnering with the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) to recruit its new Finance Director.

About RADA

For over 120 years, RADA has been at the forefront of dramatic arts training, educating generations of actors, directors, writers, producers and technical artists who have gone on to shape theatre, film and television around the world.

This is an exciting moment to join one of the UK’s most prestigious cultural and educational institutions. As part of its next phase of development, RADA has created this new Finance Director role to strengthen strategic financial leadership, organisational resilience and decision-making across the RADA Group.

About the role

Reporting to the Principal & CEO, the Finance Director will lead the finance function across RADA and RADA Business Ltd.

The role will include:

• Providing strategic financial leadership across the RADA Group.
• Ensuring effective financial management, reporting, planning and control.
• Leading budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial modelling.
• Overseeing statutory accounts, management accounts and the annual external audit process.
• Maintaining strong financial controls, risk management processes and compliance frameworks.
• Managing treasury, tax and regulatory matters, including charity, education and company requirements.
• Providing clear financial advice to the Principal, Council, committees and senior colleagues.
• Working closely with the Managing Director of RADA Business to support profitability and alignment with strategic objectives.
• Leading, developing and motivating a high-performing finance team.

About you

RADA is seeking an experienced and collaborative finance leader who can combine strategic insight with strong financial control and operational delivery.

You will bring:

• Strong technical finance expertise.
• Experience of financial planning, reporting, audit, risk and compliance.
• The ability to provide clear, insightful advice to senior leaders, trustees and committees.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, accountability and high-quality service delivery.
• The motivation to contribute to the future of a world-renowned charitable and educational institution.

How to apply

The recruitment process is being undertaken by Ivy Rock Partners on behalf of RADA.

Salary: Grade A - £26,978 to £29,663

Hours: 37 hours per week including regular evening and weekend work in line with business needs

Location: The Union, Manchester Metropolitan University

Eligibility: Eligible to work in the UK

Are you a highly organised, hands‑on events professional with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences? We’re looking for an Events Lead to join our team and play a key role in delivering high‑quality commercial events that enhance student experience and drive income.

Working alongside fellow Events Leads, you will take ownership of the planning, coordination and delivery of Union‑run and externally booked events. From initial confirmation through to live delivery, you’ll ensure every event is professionally managed, safely delivered and runs seamlessly.

You’ll act as the main point of contact for external clients, working closely with promoters, Business Development, Marketing, AV and Commercial Operations teams to bring events to life. Whether leading large student‑facing events or managing external bookings, you’ll combine strong organisation with real‑time problem solving to ensure outstanding results.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading end‑to‑end operational delivery of commercial events
• Developing event plans, including logistics, staffing and risk assessments
• Coordinating internal teams, suppliers and student staff
• Overseeing live event delivery and troubleshooting in real time
• Ensuring high standards of hospitality and customer experience
• Supporting commercial growth and protecting The Union’s reputation

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in event planning and live delivery
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach under pressure

Closing Date: 9:00am Monday 6th July 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 15th or Friday 17th July

This role is responsible for overseeing all People systems, payroll, and  Payroll administration activity, ensuring services are accurate, compliant, user-focused, and provide value for money.  You will play a key role in enabling the organisation to be both people-powered and values-led, while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Work collaboratively across the People Team to deliver an ambitious programme of work.
• Lead and manage the People Systems and Payroll team, providing coaching, direction, and development.
• Act as a role model and ambassador, delivering high-quality service to stakeholders.

Payroll & Compliance

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Submit EPS, FPS, HMRC returns, and complete all year-end payroll activities.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Oversee payroll data accuracy, including starters, leavers, and contractual changes.
• Lead on payroll reporting, including gross-to-net, variance analysis, and executive sign-off.

Systems & Process Management

• Manage and optimise People systems (including IRIS Cascade and other platforms).
• Drive continuous improvement to maximise self-service and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to streamline data flows across systems.
• Configure systems and workflows in line with policy, legislation, and best practice.

Reporting & Insights

• Lead on the development of People and payroll KPIs, dashboards, and management information.
• Provide data-driven insights to support decision-making and workforce planning.
• Deliver reporting across key People areas such as recruitment, EDI, and learning.

Governance & Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Finance to ensure audit compliance and accurate accounting.
• Manage relationships with payroll, benefits, and system providers.
• Oversee pension scheme administration.
• Support Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) in partnership with the Data team.
• Ensure adherence to safeguarding, data protection, and health & safety policies.

Projects & Improvement

• Lead the annual pay review and support pay benchmarking activity.
• Contribute systems expertise to People-related projects and initiatives.

If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.

The deadline for applying for this role is: Sunday 21st June  - Midnight. 

1st  interviews will take place on: week commencing 6th July - via Teams .

2nd interviews will take place on:  week commencing 13th July - via Teams. 

If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if you would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us.

A well-established UK charity is seeking a Financial Accountant to join its finance team on a 6-month FTC.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the successful candidate will take ownership of the organisation's year-end financial reporting process, leading the preparation of statutory accounts and managing the annual audit cycle. This role will be pivotal in ensuring a smooth and timely close process, acting as the key liaison between the finance team, senior stakeholders and external auditors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys taking responsibility for year-end reporting, statutory compliance and financial controls within a purpose-driven organisation.

Candidates must be available to start at short notice, with preference given to those who are immediately available. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the preparation of annual statutory accounts for the charity and associated entities, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing both interim and year-end audits from planning through to completion.
• Coordinating year-end activities across the finance function, ensuring all audit deliverables are completed accurately and to deadline.
• Managing the year-end close process, driving timelines and working with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure a successful outcome.
• Preparing supporting schedules, technical accounting papers and audit working papers.
• Overseeing VAT compliance and working with external advisers on VAT and Corporation Tax submissions.
• Monitoring changes in accounting and tax regulations and assessing their impact on reporting requirements.
• Supporting month-end reporting processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, fixed asset accounting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintaining and strengthening financial controls, policies and procedures across the organisation.
• Supporting treasury and banking activities and contributing to ongoing finance process improvements.

You will:

• Be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or QBE with significant relevant experience
• Have significant experience leading year-end processes and preparing statutory accounts within a charity context with a strong understanding of SORP
• Have a strong track record of managing external audits and acting as the key point of contact for auditors.
• Possess strong technical accounting knowledge, ideally including experience within the charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Have experience of VAT compliance and financial controls.
• Be highly organised, capable of managing multiple deadlines and coordinating stakeholders across the business.
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with both finance and non-finance colleagues.
• Have an interest in working for an organisation committed to delivering positive social impact.

What’s on offer:

• 6-month FTC
• £55,000 - £60,000 DOE
• Hybrid working arrangements with a London office, offering flexibility alongside an expectation of approximately two days per week in the office.

The Team Administrator will provide a range of administrative and personal support to the Archbishop's Chaplain and the wider team at Bishopthorpe Palace. They will also act as one of the main points of contact for visitors and callers and will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with the other Team Administrator to ensure duties are always covered.

Responsibilities

Support to the Archbishop's Chaplain
Provide administrative support to the Chaplain including but not limited to:

• Managing the Chaplain's diary using Outlook, including booking rooms and hospitality where appropriate.
• Booking travel and hotel accommodation as required.
• Taking minutes of meetings on an occasional basis.
• Preparing background information for Clergy Current Status Letters (CCSLs).
• Assisting with the printing of materials for worship.
• Responsible for the administration of the clergy charity funds, in liaison with the Archbishop's Chaplain. Liaising directly with the Suffragan Bishops and Archdeacons of the Diocese of York in the allocation of these funds.
• Clergy retirement/resignation letters - In liaison with the Records and Correspondence Manager, making sure that all resignations and retirement notifications are actioned.
• Providing general administrative support to the Chaplain, and any other duties that may arise as required.
• Providing support to the Chaplain on the administration of PTOs, and any other duties that may arise as required, in the absence of the other Team Administrator.

Assisting with the administration and organisation of the following events:

• Consecrations and Confirmation of Elections;
• Provincial Visits;
• Annual Northern Church Leaders' Retreat;
• Diocese of York Clergy Quiet Days;
• Diocesan Clergy Conference;
• Ordinations of deacons.

Reception duties (shared with the other Team Administrator):

• Answering incoming calls to the main Palace phone, ascertaining the purpose of the call and transferring to the appropriate member of staff, giving full information.
• Answering video-entry phones at the main office door and disabled entrance, greeting visitors, assisting disabled visitors, issuing visitor badges, and alerting the appropriate member of staff of their arrival.
• Fulfilling other general receptionist duties, including ensuring the reception area is kept clean and tidy and that publications/circulars made available in that area are relevant and up-to-date, organising visitor refreshments and organising taxis for visitors as required. Ensuring reception/telephone cover is maintained when away from the front desk.
• Overseeing the office stationery supplies to ensure that stocks are maintained, negotiating prices with suppliers and ordering goods.
• Responsible for the franking/preparation of outgoing post, including the completion of paperwork for non-standard postal services, and ensuring the post is taken to the post office each evening ahead of closure deadlines.
• Preparation and circulation of a staff weekly whereabouts sheet.
• Maintaining and updating the staff signing-in boards.

General administrative duties (shared with the other Team Administrator):

• Processing incoming post before passing to the Records and Correspondence Manager for further action.
• Assist in the administration of central office emails, filtering the messages and forwarding those requiring further action to the Records and Correspondence Manager.
• Production of standard letters as directed by the Records and Correspondence Manager.
• Booking of travel/hotels for members of the Archbishop of York's team as required.

About You

Essential

Knowledge/Experience

• Proven ability in managing diaries, correspondence and papers for a manager with the ability to find creative solutions.
• Experience of, and confidence in, dealing with a wide range of people in the course of work, including at a senior level.
• Experience working in a high-pressure environment.
• Experience organising meetings and/or events.
• Evidence of dealing with confidential and sensitive material
• Excellent knowledge of IT and experience using the Microsoft Office 365 suite of packages, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
• Confident in the use of the mail-merge function and working on a networked computer system with the ability to use IT to find creative solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to draft and prepare high-quality, accurate correspondence, briefs and other material, including minutes of meetings as required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills capable of dealing with difficult conversations calmly and efficiently.
• Highly confidential, discreet and diplomatic with proven ability to work in a strictly confidential environment and to handle sensitive documents.
• Forward-thinking with highly effective planning skills.
• Ability to organise diaries and meetings.
• Ability to collect and collate information and data, and understand data protection requirements.
• Highly focused, organised and methodical with the ability to cope with conflicting priorities and projects and to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility with the ability to adapt plans quickly in response to change.
• Ability to create and implement new processes and systems to improve efficiency.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Skills & Abilities:

• Equivalent professional experience, with a good command of written and spoken English, including accurate spelling and punctuation.

Desirable

• Knowledge of and empathy with the Church of England and its structure.
• An understanding of the work of the Archbishop's ministry and the structures and roles within the Church of England.
• A good working knowledge of SharePoint would be an advantage, however training will be provided.

The closing date for this role is July 17th 2026 at 23:55. Interviews will be held for one day on 28 July 2026.

Interim HR Business Partner

Location: Hybrid – London

Salary: £65,000, full time equivalent

MLC Partners are partnering with a highly respected national organisation to recruit an experienced and commercially minded HR Business Partner.

This is a significant strategic HR leadership opportunity, offering the chance to influence organisational direction, partner with Executive leaders, and drive transformational people initiatives across a complex, values-led environment.

Working closely with Executive Directors and senior stakeholders, you will act as a trusted advisor on all people-related matters, helping to shape workforce strategy, organisational design, talent management, succession planning, leadership development and cultural transformation.

This role combines strategic business partnering with operational leadership and will suit an experienced HR professional who thrives in complex organisations undergoing change and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with Executive Directors and senior leadership teams to deliver people strategies aligned to organisational objectives.
• Lead strategic workforce planning, talent management and succession planning initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance on organisational change, restructuring and transformation programmes.
• Influence and coach senior leaders to build leadership capability and drive high-performance cultures.
• Lead and support complex employee relations matters, ensuring commercially sound and legally compliant outcomes.
• Drive organisational development initiatives focused on culture, engagement, inclusion and leadership effectiveness.
• Utilise workforce data and people analytics to inform decision-making and identify future workforce risks and opportunities.
• Lead, develop and mentor HR colleagues, fostering a collaborative and high-performing People function.
• Contribute to wider organisational projects, governance initiatives and continuous improvement programmes.

About You:

• Full CIPD membership and a strong generalist HR background.
• Significant experience operating at senior HR Business Partner level within a large, complex organisation.
• A proven track record of partnering with Executive and Director-level stakeholders.
• Experience leading organisational change, workforce transformation and cultural development programmes.
• Strong employee relations expertise within highly unionised environments.
• Experience using workforce analytics and people data to drive strategic decision-making.
• Outstanding stakeholder management, influencing and coaching skills.
• The ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a strong social purpose, where people are genuinely at the heart of the strategy. You'll have the platform to shape organisational outcomes, influence senior decision-making and contribute to meaningful, long-term transformation.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Annabelle at MLC Partners.

Events and Communications Officer - TechFirst (London and South East)

Salary: £32,000

Help bring TechFirst to life through inspiring events and engaging communications

Are you an organised and creative communicator who enjoys bringing people together? Do you have experience supporting events, creating engaging content, and ensuring stakeholders have a great experience?

We're looking for an Events and Communications Officer to support the successful delivery of the Tech First programme across the region.

Working alongside the Education Engagement Coordinator and Partnerships Coordinator, you will play a key role in coordinating events, promoting opportunities, communicating with stakeholders, and showcasing the impact of the programme.

About Us

STEM Learning’s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people’s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone.

To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc.

TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme helping young people develop technology skills, explore future careers, and connect with employers and industry professionals.

By bringing together schools, employers, volunteers, and community partners, we create inspiring opportunities that help young people develop the confidence, knowledge, and aspirations needed for the future workforce.

The Role

This varied and exciting role combines event coordination, stakeholder communications, and programme promotion.

You will support the planning and delivery of events, workshops, careers activities, and employer engagement opportunities across the region. You will also develop communications that encourage participation, celebrate success, and raise the profile of the programme amongst schools, employers, volunteers, and partners.

From coordinating event logistics and participant communications to producing newsletters, case studies, and social media content, you will help ensure that all stakeholders have a positive and engaging experience of the programme.

Our Ideal Candidate

You will have experience supporting events, communications, stakeholder engagement, or programme delivery activities.

You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and be confident creating content for a variety of audiences and channels.

A proactive and collaborative approach is essential, as you will work closely with colleagues across the regional team to maximise engagement and programme impact.

Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic about helping young people access opportunities that can inspire their future education and career choices.

The role holder will be required to undertake travel across the region and occasional evening work to support events and stakeholder engagement activities.

By joining us, you’ll:

Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike.

Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers.

Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity.

Gain the opportunity to grow professionally.

Our Benefits

30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday)

Access to an attractive pension scheme

Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week

Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year

A comprehensive employee assistance programme

Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more

Location

Home-based within the region, with regular travel to schools, colleges, partner organisations, and programme events.

Team meetings will take place in our London office and the postholder should expect occasional travel to our HQ at the National STEM Learning Centre in York.

Next Steps

Click to apply and you will be directed to our website.

You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interested you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Please indicate which location you are applying for (London or South East).

Closing date: Midnight on 21st June 2026

1st stage interviews: 29th June 2026 (online)

2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July 2026 (in person in London)

Location: Islington & South London Centre offices

Interviews: Assessment Centre 29th June 2026 in our South London Centre

We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our Management Team, to lead and motivate our team of Youth Development Leads. Working collaboratively to develop and implement our delivery plan and ensure we meet targets.

As part of the Management Team, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of Explore and Get Started, two of our Foundations for Work programmes. Through these programmes, we focus on supporting young people, often with complex needs, develop confidence and essential skills for the workplace.

Whilst the South London Centre will be the contracted place of work, there will also be the requirement to work from our Islington Delivery Space where the team operate from and deliver programmes to Young People. This individual will have a unique opportunity to help manage and support the development of our new delivery space in Islington, building links and connections in the local community.

As a Delivery Manager, you will lead your team to delivery effectively, ensuring that every young person engaged progresses with an appropriate pathway of learning, development and one to one support. You will be a role model for your team, demonstrating best practice in how we work with young people in a safe way to ensure we deliver maximum value for young people and partners.

As one of our Delivery Managers, you need to have:

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong planning and organisational skills

• Effective data analysis skills

• A track record of operational management

The Delivery Manager role is multi-faceted, and we are looking for an individual with a broad skill set. We work with young people from every background, so we’re passionate about building a diverse workforce that represents the young people we support. We, therefore, welcome applications from everyone who meets the essential criteria for the role.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Delivery Managers? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Delivery Managers! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

We are looking for an experienced and driven fundraiser with strong leadership skills to play a pivotal role in contributing income for Moya Cole Hospice. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, engage and inspire a committed fundraising team across a range of disciplines.

You will grow support through motivating the team to give excellent stewardship of supporters, effective promotion of fundraising initiatives and building a strong and sustainable volunteer network within the community. You will be passionate about engaging supporters and empowering your team to maximise opportunities that make a real difference to the patients and families we care for.

Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will liaise closely with communications and trading colleagues and build strong relationships with staff across all hospice sites. You will partner with the Fundraising Appeals & Operations Lead to ensure robust administrative and financial processes underpin activity, and work alongside the Innovation & Digital Fundraiser to keep approaches relevant and forward-thinking. With the opportunity to deputise for the Head of Fundraising when required, you will be at the heart of our fundraising success, helping to safeguard and grow vital income streams that support the hospice’s essential work.

Job Title

Fundraising Manager

Location

Cross-Site

Salary

Hospice Band 6 – £39,959 – £48,117 pro rata (Competency Based Framework)

Hours

Full Time – 37.5 Hours Per Week

Contract

Fixed Term – 12 Months

Introduction

At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses. We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations. You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

The Role

The Fundraising Manager will: 

• Manage a team of fundraisers to deliver growth and diversification of fundraising across community, corporate, events and philanthropy income streams
• Deliver Income in line with the budget as agreed with the Head of Fundraising
• Work closely with the Fundraising and Communication team to ensure activities are maximised.
• Deliver inspiring team meetings, workshops and training to develop the skills of the fundraising team.
• Ensure effective use of the organisation’s fundraising database by all staff to provide effective information and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend networking events and meetings with potential donors
• Promote effective management of the health and safety of all staff and volunteers involved in fundraising activity, including the preparation of risk assessments
• In conjunction with the Innovation and Digital Fundraiser facilitate the testing of new platforms for fundraising which will increase and sustain income and the visibility of hospice fundraising within communities.
• To work with non-fundraising teams across the hospice to ensure promotion of fundraising activity, excellent supporter care and knowledge of hospice activities.
• To work closely with the Communications team to ensure that supporter stories are shared with the wider public and community events are promoted effectively.
• To plan work to inform and facilitate the achievement of the budget and maintain thorough record keeping in line with Moya Cole Hospice and Fundraising Regulator policies and guidelines.

Requirements

The Fundraising Manager will have: 

• Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience; substantial practical fundraising experience is essential
• Significant, hands-on experience of delivering successful fundraising across multiple income streams in the UK charity sector (including community, corporate, events and philanthropy), with the capability to lead across all areas
• Proven track record of leading, motivating and developing teams, including effective management of people processes, to deliver strong results
• Demonstrate strong IT capability, including Microsoft 365 (particularly Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Excel and PowerPoint), with the ability to produce high-quality progress reports and presentations
• Experience of using Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems to support fundraising activity, data management and reporting
• Manage budgets effectively, including forecasting, financial performance monitoring and income planning
• Proven ability to analyse and interpret data, produce performance reports, and use insight to inform decision making and drive income growth, including developing robust strategic business cases and reporting to senior stakeholders
• Fully conversant with legal and regulatory requirements relating to fundraising, including the Code of Fundraising Practice, data protection and information governance, ensuring compliant and ethical practice
• Lead the recruitment of staff and oversee the effective recruitment, engagement and management of fundraising volunteers
• Ability to travel independently as required for the role, including cross-site working and attending events
• Work collaboratively with other members of the fundraising team and wider hospice for the benefit of supporters and the hospice
• Be highly motivated and have the ability to work autonomously
• Take initiative and make decisions.
• Demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and flair to work hard and achieve ambitious targets.
• Build strong relationships with individuals and key stakeholders
• Demonstrate excellent team working skills
• Manage workload under own initiative with support of Line Manager
• Show commitment and motivation to the purpose of the hospice
• Be creative and innovative using technology to maximize income opportunities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
• Show a flexible approach to work and be able to work out of hours as required

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 3rd July 2026

Interview date: 14th July 2026

Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering with a great charity to recruit the Business Development Manager to help drive forward the charity mission at a crucial time, as they adapt to a changing funding landscape and build sustainable income for the future.

 About the Role

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will play a key leadership role within the organisation. You’ll be responsible for developing and delivering income generation strategies, building strong partnerships, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

This is a hands on and varied role where you will:

• Lead and grow diverse income streams including grants, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising
• Develop compelling funding proposals and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities
• Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, and stakeholders
• Oversee flagship fundraising events and support third-party fundraisers
• Line manage charity shop managers and nurture a network of volunteers
• Contribute to strategic planning and organisational development
• Represent the charity externally with confidence and professionalism

About You

We are looking for a proactive, organised and motivated individual who can think strategically while delivering practical results.

You will bring:

• Proven experience in fundraising, business development, or a similar role
• Strong track record in securing funding (grants, trusts, corporate, or individual giving)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing events, campaigns, and stakeholder relationships
• Confidence in presenting, networking, and representing an organisation
• Strong organisational and analytical skills
• Experience managing staff or volunteers
• A collaborative, resilient, and adaptable approach

Experience within the charity sector and knowledge of fundraising regulations is desirable.

Full job description available upon request.

Salary: £35,229- £40,885 this will be pro rata of the 30 hours

Contract Type: permanent, part-time, Flexible (maximum 30 hours per week)

Location: Stockport

Application: Cv and Supporting statement to

Deadline: On rolling basis

If you’re interested and would like to review a full job description, please contact Lucy at Harris Hill.

 As a leading charity recruitment specialist and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.

Location: Bournemouth

Salary: Grade 7 - £50,474 per annum

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months

Hours: Full time - 35 hours per week

Closing date: Sunday 28th June 2026 at 11.30 pm

Are you an influential, analytical and ambitious individual with excellent leadership skills and a proven record of working in homelessness or social justice? Do you have experience of service delivery and project planning, budget setting and management, and stakeholder engagement? If so, consider moving to Shelter as our new Strategic Lead for Dorset and you could soon be making a real difference to people affected by the housing emergency.

About the role

You will be the local leader for Shelter’s Community Services, leading the team in implementing Shelter’s strategy locally, delivering the local response to the housing emergency and empowering the local community in Dorset to fight for home.

You will take the lead on the delivery of services and contracts to provide consistently high levels of performance, planning and delivering service development strategies, including seeking business development opportunities that align with our strategic aims, both across Community Services and in partnership with the Lead Solicitor.

Also, you will promote and direct systems change activity, so we better understand what is influencing people’s experience of homelessness and bad housing and have effective plans to influence change.

You will act as an ambassador for Shelter in the local area, representing the organisation through media, networks and local stakeholder engagement.

Alongside this, you will plan and implement resourcing plans for your Hub, including staffing, volunteers and engaging people with lived experience and will manage the Hub Leadership team. Ensuring there are multiple and ongoing opportunities for people with lived experience of homelessness and bad housing to be part of Hub development, activities and learning is a key element of this role, as well as upholding and promoting a learning culture with the Hub.

About you

You will have a proven working knowledge of homelessness, housing and related issues affecting local communities. You have sound experience of managing and delivering contracts, partnerships and services along with experience of being involved in implementing and reviewing change management, whilst demonstrating excellent budgeting and financial reporting skills.

The ability to proactively develop and maintain key relationships and having impressive analytical skills to use insight and evidence to present data, manage performance and to identify and implement systems change are vital to this role, as are impressive interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Benefits 

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

About the team

Our team in Dorset has been providing housing advice and support services within the area for over 20 years. We have office bases in Bournemouth and Weymouth as well as working in community venues and partner organisation sites. We deliver a wide range of housing rights, legal services, community and support work and advocate for change to fix the broken housing system.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet every day millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

How to apply

Please submit a supporting statement with responses to the 'About You' points 1 -5, highlighted in bold and outlined in the job description, of no more than 1000 words total. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses:

• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset

Safeguarding Statement

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. 

Recruitment Agencies

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Event & Engagement Coordinator

Remotely based in North West England with one day a week based in Manchester office. 9‑month fixed‑term contract / placement.

Job Purpose:

To plan, coordinate, and deliver a range of local events across North West England, ensuring each event is well-organised, inclusive, and engaging for local communities. The Local Event & Engagement Coordinator will collaborate closely with partners, local authorities, suppliers, volunteers, and members to deliver high-quality, unique and memorable experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

· Event Coordination
Plan and manage logistics for a variety of local member events, making sure all events are accessible and attractive to both existing and potential members.

· Liaise with relevant external and internal contacts such as venues, suppliers, CSSC’s ticketing platform, Head Office departments, and volunteers.

· Complete all relevant compliance work such as risk assessments and public liability checks.

· Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring value for money and accurate financial tracking.

· Oversee event setup and breakdown where applicable, managing on-site logistics and resolving any issues on the day.

· Recruit and coordinate volunteers to assist with events.

· Evaluate event success through feedback, data collection, and post-event reporting.

· Digital Engagement
Promote events via social media, email campaigns, posters, and local press in collaboration with marketing teams.

· Manage and grow the North West’s CSSC TikTok presence, including content planning, filming, editing, posting, and community engagement.

· Create engaging, on-brand short-form video content tailored to target audiences.

· Monitor performance metrics and use insights to optimise content strategy and increase reach and engagement.

· Stay up to date with emerging social media trends, tools, and platform updates.

Key Skills & Experience:

Essential:

· Proven experience in planning and delivering events.

· Strong organisational and time-management skills.

· Ability to manage budgets and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

· Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

· Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region.

· Ability to analyse member insights to inform event planning and attract potential new members.

· Ability to work collaboratively with regional teams to support membership growth and positive member experiences.

· Ability to build rapport with volunteers and identify the support needed for successful event delivery.

· Confidence in using IT systems and ticketing platforms to promote events across appropriate channels.

Desirable:

· Experience working with community groups, charities, membership organisations or not for profits.

· Knowledge of health and safety and safeguarding procedures.

· Familiarity with marketing or PR for events.

· First Aid or event safety training.

· Previous experience with ticketing platforms or willingness to learn.

· Understanding of how comms and events align with one another.

· Data literacy or willingness to understand some basic data analytics

Who are we looking for?

· Energetic and positive, bringing enthusiasm to everything you do.

· Excited by change, seeing new opportunities and possibilities.

· Keen to succeed with a strong development mindset.

· Passionate about delivering great events and experiences.

· Open to feedback, always looking for ways to improve.

Our client has supported children and young people across Berkshire for over 85 years; they champion safe spaces, trusted relationships and opportunities that help young people develop confidence, skills and aspirations. They are values-led, inclusive and youth-centred, working with communities, schools, partners and their member network to improve outcomes for young people across Berkshire. At an exciting time of growth, they are now recruiting for an experienced Operations Manager to join their small, committed team.

The Operations Manager is a pivotal senior leadership role within the organisation, responsible for strengthening the operational backbone of the organisation. This role ensures that the organisation’s buildings, systems, people, suppliers and processes operate smoothly, safely and compliantly, enabling high-quality youth work delivery. The Operations Manager provides strong day-to-day operational leadership and discipline, freeing the CEO to focus on strategy, partnerships and organisational growth. The postholder will be highly organised, practical and accountable, with a strong focus on implementation and follow‑through.

To apply for this role, you will have significant operational management experience in a charity, public sector, education, community or similar environment. You will have demonstrable experience of managing multi‑site operations, facilities or complex operational systems and will have proven experience of workforce planning, operational delivery and implementing organisational change. You will have experience of managing suppliers, contracts and procurement processes and will have a strong understanding of operational compliance, risk management and audit readiness. Overall, you will be practical, organised and solutions-focused, with the confidence to work across teams and with trustees, suppliers and external partners.

If you are interested in applying for this exciting position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange a call to fully brief you on the role.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.

Please note this role will be hybrid-working, based either from Newbury or Reading, with regular travel across Berkshire.

Our client is committed to the protection and safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will undertake an enhanced DBS check and references.

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SABP) have contracted Surrey Coalition of Disabled People and LF Solutions to provide independent administration and support to FoCUS, their Forum of Carers and people who Use Services.

HOURS: 18 hours per week, worked flexibly, mostly Monday to Friday. To include at least one evening per month

TERM: Permanent

SALARY: £12,000 - 13,000 per annum (full time equivalent to £24,000 - 26,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications)

LOCATION: Home based or office based with regular travel within Surrey and NE Hants 

REPORTING TO: Mental Health Lead

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Surrey Coalition Board of Directors

CLOSING DATE: 22nd June 2026 at 10:00am

Surrey Coalition of Disabled People

Our vision is a world where difference is valued, and diversity is celebrated. A world where everyone has the same rights, freedoms, choices, and opportunities.

Surrey Coalition of Disabled People is an innovative organisation that is led by disabled people working together to achieve our vision.

Purpose of the Role

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SABP) have contracted Surrey Coalition of Disabled People and LF Solutions to provide independent administration and support to FoCUS, their Forum of Carers and people who Use Services.

FoCUS enables people to have their say and influence the mental health services they receive within Surrey and Northeast Hampshire.

FoCUS was set up by SABP to:

· Place people at the heart of the delivery and design of mental health services

· Set standards for how they involve people

· Measure how well they involve people

· Measure how well they deliver services

This role is intended to facilitate and coordinate involvement in FoCUS by promoting the network and encouraging people who use the Trust’s services and carers to join and participate in user involvement activities, and raise themes heard from member experiences to the Trust for discussion.

Main Responsibilities

Promotion of FoCUS

· Encourage and enable people with experience of mental health services and carers to join FoCUS and to influence SABP’s services.

· Increase awareness of the benefits of user involvement and representation in building people’s confidence, sense of worth and self-esteem and in helping people to achieve greater social inclusion.

· Promote FoCUS to people who use SABP’s services and carers, across Surrey and Northeast Hampshire. Using a variety of communication and engagement methods including attending relevant outreach and community events with an exhibition stand or promotional materials.

· Increase the number of service users and carers joining as FoCUS members.

· Develop and maintain personal contacts within SABP’s services in Surrey and Northeast Hampshire to promote FoCUS to their clients, and encourage key staff to attend Community Group meetings.

· Liaise with other services including Community Mental Health Recovery Services, Integrated Neighbourhood Teams and other public services and voluntary sector providers to promote FoCUS and encourage them to promote FoCUS membership to their clients.

Management of the Network

· Contact new FoCUS members to ensure their support and access needs are met and to encourage them to attend their local Community Group meetings.

· Work with LF Solutions to maintain and manage network enquiries, new members, meeting planning and delivery of the activities of the forum.

· Act as main contact for service users, carers and professionals for the FoCUS network. Manage inbox and all enquiries.

· Chair the meetings of the forum to ensure the smooth running of meetings and enable everyone to contribute in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.

· Encourage members to attend FoCUS meetings and drop in’s to share recent service experiences.

· Produce a quarterly mental health Newsletter to promote outcomes achieved, manage the social media accounts for FoCUS.

Reporting

· Maintain accurate records. Keeping confidential member information up to date, undertaking data cleanses, recording meeting attendance and topics of discussion. Track activity and outcomes data for reporting purposes.

· Provide a quarterly report on activities and membership to SABP.

Development of volunteer FoCUS Representatives

· Encourage FoCUS members to put themselves forward to become a volunteer FoCUS Representative, explaining the nature and commitment of the role.

· Work with FoCUS Representatives on plans for engagement in their Areas and to agree their individual level of involvement in promoting FoCUS. Help them prepare their respective contributions to their Community Group meetings.

· Organise and attend a quarterly meeting of the FoCUS Representatives to prepare contributions to FoCUS Committee meetings, and provide support as required.

· Identify any training needs of FoCUS members and Representatives, to empower them to fulfil their potential and build personal skills and confidence to have their say.

General Duties

· Encourage existing and new FoCUS members to also join Surrey Coalition of Disabled People and the Independent Mental Health Network, offering opportunities for involvement in other issues affecting their lives.

· At all times, to work within Surrey Coalition’s policies. Including equal opportunities and health and safety, safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection.

· To work as a member of the team promoting FoCUS, including FoCUS Representatives and staff of Surrey Coalition and LF Solutions.

· Work flexibly to meet the responsibilities of the role and be responsive to any feedback.

· Carry out any other tasks within the scope of the role, as required by the Chief Executive and Mental Health Lead.

Person specification

It is essential that you have:

· Understanding of the value of user involvement and representation

· Understanding of mental health conditions and services

· Experience of working with groups and/or volunteers in community-based settings

· Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a range of formats and with a variety of audiences 

· Good interpersonal skills to work with others to achieve objectives

· Self-motivated and able to work independently

· Advanced organisation and coordination skills with the ability to prioritise and plan your own workload

· Have a methodical approach to information gathering, recording and reporting

· A high degree of self-motivation and able to work on own initiative

· Confident phone call manner

· The ability to work safely from home and willingness to do so, or the ability to work from our office in Burpham

· Good level of computer literacy including all Microsoft packages with experience of using a range of databases, and video conferencing software

· The ability to travel around the county including occasional travel to the main office base in Burpham

It is desirable that you have:

· Personal experience of receiving mental health services or caring for someone who has

· Experience of chairing or facilitating meetings or groups

· Knowledge and/or experience of working with people who have used mental health services and/or carers

· Knowledge and experience of user and carer involvement in Surrey and North East Hampshire

· A good understanding of the Health, Social Care and Voluntary, Community and Faith Sector (VCFS)

· A understanding of GDPR and adult safeguarding principles

· Live within Surrey or North East Hampshire

This role requires the successful applicant to be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (we will organise and pay for this for you if you are successful). 

As part of a remote working and flexible team we will support you to find the ways of working that suit you best. 

What we offer you:

· Flexible working hours

· Induction training and support

· On-going training and development and the opportunity to complete accredited training

· 27 days annual leave per annum (excluding bank holidays), raising to 28 days after 2 years of service 

· Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

· Company Pension Plan

· Equipment (laptop and mobile phone)

· Pre-agreed expenses

· A great team and the opportunity to really make a difference! 

To apply

Fill in the application form available on our website by 10am on 22nd June 2026. CVs won't be accepted.

If you think you might be interested in this role and would like to have an informal chat about it, please do get in touch!  You can contact Immy Markwick by calling our office.