Supporter Acquisition Manager Jobs in Hayes, Greater London
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are hiring for a second People and Culture/HR Business Partner to join our Generalist P&C team! In this role you will own generalist human resource activities, using a comprehensive understanding of the HR processes. You will educate others with your knowledge of employment law and experience to support in employee relations cases, organisational change projects, and other activities as required. You will advise, support, and guide managers and colleagues on a wide range of topics.
ABOUT OUR TEAM
The Generalist human resources team is currently a team of 4, the Head of P&C, P&C Business Partner, P&C Advisor, and P&C Administrator. You will report into the Head of P&C. The wider People and Culture/HR team includes the Talent Acquisition Team, Workforce Development, and Talent Development team. As a team we all have our strengths, have individual qualities and interests, we all come together as a team when times can be busy or stressful and work well in supporting each other. We value each others input and no voice goes unheard! We have our collaboration day in the office on a Monday, and Friday's we have P&C time where we wind down at the end of the week with a different activity and team session!
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9 - 5. Mondays in central office, one or more days in our services, with work from home on the remaining days in the week.
Location: We are based a 10 minute walk from Highbury and Islington station, Angel station is a 15 minute walk away
Benefits, including Non-Contractual Perks
- 25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Medicash includes discount gym memberships, routine optometry care, dental treatments, and physiotherapy treatments
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing.
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
If you have the passion, creativity, and tenacity to make a real difference in people's lives, challenge stigma and make our communities safer, we would love to hear from you!
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for someone who has a sound knowledge in generalist HR activities, processes and employment law. You will be able to coach and advise others within the organisation, building relationships with colleagues at all levels. You will be able to use your initiative to make key business decisions and take ownership of various projects, and lead on providing skills, knowledge, and materials in your given area.
We are looking for a team player, someone who can think outside the box and bring new ideas and solutions to the team and organisation to support consistent improvement and effective delivery. We look for personable characteristics, someone who can get along well with others and is approachable. As a team we have individual interests and share a sense of humour, we try bring an element of enjoyment to our workplace when we can!
OVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Line Management
- Provide high quality support and line management, offer guidance, support and advice.
- Responsible for management and leadership of direct reports and their employee lifecycle, this includes but is not limited to; Recruitment, onboarding, inductions, probation reviews, performance management, meeting KPI’s and targets, advising on and managing Employee Relations cases, Staff wellbeing and support, grievances, sickness, and disciplinaries.
- Proactively embed a culture of learning, development and evaluation. Promote a team working dynamic which is supportive and empowering.
Employee Relations
- Ensure all staff have access to meaningful and accessible employment advice, information, documents, and other resources.
- Empower managers with the right knowledge, resources, and access to information and guidance.
- Support managers with team related enquiries, concerns, or issues appropriately.
- Manage and provide high quality advice on low and mid-level employee relations casework.
Employee Lifecycle
- Ensure lifecycle administration, advice, and support is completed to a high standard.
- Contribute to the processing of employee lifecycle changes. This includes payroll, new starters, leavers, and contractual changes.
- Provide advice and guidance on policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
- Monitor, review and report on key people metrics to inform and enhance the delivery of the P&C team and activities.
- Manage and support reward and recognition initiatives.
- Other areas of support will vary. Including Sickness, Occupational health referrals, Annual leave, Maternity/Paternity leave, Compassionate leave, Performance Management, and General Employee Relations.
Performance Management and Development
- Devise, deliver, and evaluate management and staff upskilling and training sessions, and workshops.
- Support Managers across the organisation with Performance management and people development initiatives.
- Support with the personal and professional development of our people, collating feedback, introducing new initiatives and ideas.
Other Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with the wider P&C team to develop and amplify employee voice through the organisation, and support with various other activities and projects within the team.
- Support management of data and workflows within the HR Information System (HRIS).
- Take ownership of the HRIS to some degree, identify changes to be made, ensure the system management is running smoothly.
- Support with the progression and communication of policies and procedures.
- Build and manage strong relations throughout the organisation and externally.
Other responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position. Please refer to the JDPS for a further list.
KEY CRITERIA
What we are looking for:
- Proven experience in a similar role and/or taking on similar level responsibilities
- Experience in coaching and advising managers and colleagues in areas such as employee relations activities across the full lifecycle, performance management, absence management, and other alike areas
- Working knowledge and understanding of HR procedures and basic employment law practices, and how it applies under UK employment legislation
- Line Management experience, or demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
- IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, advanced knowledge in Microsoft, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability and willingness to attend regular visits to our different service locations
What we would like, but not essential:
- CIPD Qualification Level 5
- Experience using data to make informed decisions and reports effectively
- Experience in a similar size organisation and/or charity sector organisation
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
WORKING FOR US
ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change
Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
Our Values
Ambition – Eager to succeed and to accomplish as much as possible for our people
Empowerment – Giving staff and the people we support the tools, training, and information they need to achieve their potential
Transparency – Upfront and visible about our actions and open to scrutiny from stakeholders, service users, and staff
Inclusivity – Listening to, understanding, and including all our stakeholders to ensure we make a difference and get things right
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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About the role:
The Achieving Potential programme at SHP supports SHP clients with options and opportunities to build their confidence, learn new skills and try new things. We are recruiting to an exciting new post within our team, having recently secured funding to take forward our digital inclusion offer.
People experiencing homelessness are often from the most socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds and are digitally excluded. Digital access is crucial for peoples’ independence – e.g. accessing Universal Credit or GPs, but it’s also fundamental in addressing isolation and loneliness. Feeling connected to others can be the difference between someone continuing their journey out of homelessness or falling back into drug-use due to isolation/loneliness – we want to break the vicious cycle between digital and social exclusion.
As the Digital Inclusion Project Coordinator, your objectives will be to spearhead initiatives aimed at increasing digital inclusion within SHP’s diverse communities. This multifaceted role requires a blend of strategic planning, community engagement, technological proficiency, and environmental stewardship. You will work collaboratively with stakeholders from both withing SHP and externally to develop and implement sustainable solutions that bridge the digital divide and minimize the environmental impact of electronic waste.
About you:
- Demonstrated experience in community outreach, project management, and stakeholder engagement, preferably in the fields of digital inclusion, sustainability, or social justice.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to engage with diverse audiences and communicate complex concepts in a clear and accessible manner.
- Strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving abilities to identify barriers, develop innovative solutions, and address complex challenges related to digital exclusion and e-waste management.
- Willingness to embrace change, navigate ambiguity, and adapt strategies in response to evolving priorities, emerging trends, and feedback from stakeholders and community members.
- Confidence to promote the benefits of the digital world and to challenge traditional silos and system barriers, as well as the ability to use different approaches and methods of communication with different stakeholder in order to achieve this
- The willingness and ability to provide flexible support, including support in the community and a variety of settings
- Proven ability to cultivate and maintain productive partnerships with different agencies, non-profit organizations, businesses, and other stakeholders to leverage resources
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need.
Important info:
Closing date:Sunday 9th June at Midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 19th June
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a Building Surveyor to join our Property Services team. This role is located at our Head Office at Caledonian Road.
£55,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel in control of your career? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Look Ahead Care and Support, own and manage a mixed portfolio of properties across London and the Home Counties. The organisation accommodates customers with a range of support needs including Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, and Young People, as well as unsupported. Look Ahead operates in 37 local authority areas. It owns and manages around 1,264 homes and a further 1,295 homes on behalf of other landlords. For the year ended 31 March 2023, Look Ahead reported a group turnover of £79.3m and employed 1,170 full-time equivalent staff. Look Ahead aims to deliver 88 properties by March 2028 through a mixture of development and property acquisition.
The role will involve working across the company's existing properties and projects in and around London and the Home Counties. The Building Surveyor will report directly to the Senior Building Surveyor. The role will involve a mix of working from site, homeworking and 1-2 days in the office.
This role will have a mix of on site, homeworking and 1-2 days in the office.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
* Technical condition surveys and reports on properties and their presentation to internal and external colleagues as required
* Designing, specifying and providing cost advice on any required maintenance, refurbishment, adaptation or development works
* Appointing and liaising with external contractors and consultants making sure work carried out is cost controlled and up to standard
* Pre, post and regular inspections and ensuring projects are delivered with quality and value for money
* Inspecting aspects of compliance making sure each project is aligned with company procedures and legislation
* Taking a lead on the Project Management of a variety of improvement/minor/major projects
* Work with external partners as technical lead ensuring the employer's requirements are understood and delivered
* Support Business Development/Operations with survey requests, making sure to clarify the brief before commencing each instruction
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
About you:
- Commitment to Value for Money and Quality Standards
- Can do attitude
- Approachable and open behaviour
- Highly organised, can work with clear timeframes and excellent attention to detail
- Passion for collaboration and enjoys working as part of a team
- Self-motivated and resilient
What you'll bring:
Essential:
* Has or working towards professional qualification in property/building related specialism MCIOB or MRICS.
* Experience managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Experience of project management and reporting
* Experience of contract administration
* Experience dealing with damp and mould in accordance with latest Government guidance
* Experience of managing Capital planned works projects
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Please see our website for full job description.
Individual Giving Fundraiser
An exciting opportunity has been created for an enthusiastic and motivated fundraiser to join our Mass Engagement team, focussing on our growing individual giving acquisition programme.
If you are an experienced Fundraiser looking for a remote working role, then apply today!
Position: CE303 Supporter Acquisition Officer
Location: Homebased, U.K. Nationwide, however occasional travel will be required as part of this role (May include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: Circa £30,600 per annum (inner London weighting £3,950 per annum or outer London weighting £2,100 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live)
Contract: This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 31st May 2024. We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: 10th June 2024
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
Reporting to the Supporter Acquisition and New Product Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving innovation within our fundraising initiatives. You will be working with wider teams to help identify new products for our portfolio and to ensure that our products and offers are integrated.
As we continue to invest and grow our programme, this is a very exciting time to join our team.
Key responsibilities will include:
· Managing campaigns on brand and within budget
· Managing external agencies to deliver successful campaign KPIs
· Working with the team to identify new products and channels for testing
· Working with teams across the organisation to ensure integration
About You
You will have experience working in a fundraising role within a fundraising team or marketing environment and will have key strengths in:
· Organising and prioritising a busy workload
· Knowledge of fundraising regulations and compliance
· Good experience of Excel and working with numbers and spreadsheets, to deliver on campaign results, budgets, and reporting
· Good grammatical skills and experience of reviewing compelling copy
· Knowledge and interest in the charity fundraising sector
· Experience working on digital campaigns
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
About the Organisation
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke.
People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team.
The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help deliver the strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles.
If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
You may also have experience in areas such as Individual Giving, Fundraising, Individual Fundraising Officer, Fundraising, Fundraiser, Supporter Engagement, Supporter Acquisition, Marketing Officer, Marketing and Communications Officer.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
About the role
Sense has a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our Engagement team as our Legacy Fundraising Officer. This is a full time position working 37.5 hours per week. This role will working flexibly between home and our office in King's Cross, London.
Over a third of Sense’s voluntary income comes from gifts in Wills. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development and delivery of the legacy marketing programme for existing and new supporters, in order to increase income from legacies and maintain and grow .our pipeline of legacy prospects.
Key Responsibilities
- To work closely with the Legacy Manager and Head of Individual Giving & Legacies in shaping and delivering the legacy marketing and administration programme to achieve annual income targets and other KPIs.
- To manage the delivery of legacy marketing projects from conception to delivery and evaluation in conjunction with the appropriate team members.
- Negotiate project costs with key suppliers to ensure projects are as cost-effective as possible.
- To actively participate in planning and review meetings with the Legacy team and other colleagues and key suppliers, and maintain a thorough understanding of latest developments, current trends, and legislation as it applies to the fundraising and legacy landscape.
- To project manage the development and delivery of legacy marketing activities across a variety of media to acquire new or steward existing legacy supporters to Sense.
- To manage the annual legacy ‘Remember A Charity’ campaign raising awareness of legacy giving among internal stakeholders, their networks, supporters and the public
Key skills and experience
- Proven experience of managing all aspects of the delivery of successful fundraising direct marketing campaigns in a charity or not-for-profit setting from inception stage to post campaign analysis.
- Self-starter and highly organised with an ability to work systemically to targets and deadlines.
- Demonstrable experience of supporter acquisition, retention and development of supporters.
- Confident with data selections / segmentation and campaign analysis principles.
- Ability to confidently manage all stages of direct marketing based fundraising campaigns across a range of media including Telephone, Direct Mail, Email and SMS to deliver successful fundraising campaigns.
- A good eye for design and a proven creative flair, with some copywriting / editing experience and an impeccable attention to detail.
For a full job description and person specification, please see the link below
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world.
We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.
To apply
Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying.
Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with a prestigious Health Charity to support their search for a Legacy Executive to join their team.
The charity offers a flexible working environment, offering a hybrid working pattern of 2 days/week from their Chelsea and Sutton offices.
The Legacy Executive will work collaboratively to deliver core elements of the legacy marketing programme, whilst providing the highest-quality supporter experience through multi-channel communications and one-to-one stewardship.
You’ll be a proactive, highly organised individual, eager to build on your existing experience within the legacy and/or charity sector. With strong communication skills and the ability to provide an excellent, personalised stewardship experience for supporters, you will be instrumental to the success of legacy giving during an exciting period of growth!
The charity offers a collaborative work environment with great opportunities to develop and grow skillsets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Be the first point of contact for Legacy enquiries, providing excellent and personalised one-to-one stewardship to supporters through phone, email and letter communications
- Manage the Legacy welcome journey by offering a high-quality supporter experience that leads to long term relationships
- Provide exceptional supporter care by responding to legacy and fundraising queries
- Ensure scripts & letter templates are maintained and reviewed on a regular basis
- Maintain efficient processes and accurate recording on database systems
- Support with the planning & delivery of acquisition and stewardship communications to supporters across a range of channels
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring campaigns remain on schedule
- Monitor & report on campaign performance to inform future planning & decision making
Key skills include:
- Passion for stewardship and delivering supporter welcome journeys
- Experience working with a fundraising database
- Understanding of working in a project setting, with the ability to manage aspects of a project, meeting deadlines and keeping to budget
- Excellent communications skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to build relationships
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Experience in copy-editing and proofreading
- Ability to respond sensitively and appropriately to emotional circumstances, including bereaved donors
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Are you looking for an opportunity to step up as a Senior Philanthropy Lead? We are absolutely thrilled to be working with the incredible Bookmark Reading Charity as they look for an amazing Senior Philanthropy Lead to join their lovely team. Bookmark as a small but growing team with one simple vision – They want every child to read.
As the Senior Philanthropy Lead, you will be leading and inspiring an ambitious high-growth team overseeing income generation from both Major Donors & Trusts & Foundations. As well as support a wonderful team, you will also work closely with the Head of Fundraising to identify, cultivate & steward major gifts from existing and prospective donors, providing an exceptional and personal experience.
This is a fabulous opportunity to join a growing organisation and play a vital role in leading the team as they scale to support more children. It’s a full-time role but they are happy to consider compressed hours or a 4-day working week.
To be a Senior Philanthropy Lead, you will need:
- A successful track record in high-value fundraising and acquisition of donors
- Experience leading a small team, nurturing development and managing performance
- Exceptional understanding of complex relationship-based fundraising from HNWI & grant-making organisations
Deadline: 4th June
Salary: £48,000 - £50,000
Location: London Hybrid – 2 days per week in office
Working pattern: Full-time 37.5 hours. Compressed and 4-day week considered
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Jake on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment is a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, and supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
Location: London, with travel to Crisis' services across England, Scotland and Wales
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £83,000 per annum
Closing Date: Friday 14th June 2024
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people, working side by side with thousands of people each year as they find ways out of homelessness. We know that homelessness is not inevitable; we know that together we can end it.
At Crisis, we have an incredible and committed workforce of more than 700 employees across England, Scotland and Wales, as well as c5,000 inspiring volunteers who are central to the success of our Christmas services and the running of our shops. Without them Crisis quite simply wouldn’t exist.
This is an exciting time to be joining us. Emerging from a period of change, we have a new 10-year strategy and an even greater focus on purpose and priorities. Central to the success of this will be ensuring that Crisis is a positive, high performing and inclusive work environment that allows us to have the greatest impact for those that we support.
As a member of the wider leadership team, the Director of People & Culture will be responsible for developing a strategy that that delivers on our aspirations for our staff and volunteers, attracting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce and creating an environment that allows everyone who works with us to feel safe and be the best that they can be. As our most senior People leader in the charity, this is a role that is highly visible at all levels and you will be required to build strong, trusted relationships across the leadership team, our Board and with our staff and volunteers.
We are looking for an authentic and inspiring leader who brings significant experience of developing and implementing people strategies, with strong knowledge of culture and organisational development. A changemaker who encourages those around them to step outside their comfort zone, you will have a confident and informed approach to all things relating to people and culture and a proven commitment to promoting equity and inclusion in the workplace, so that everyone feels able to be their authentic and best selves.
While experience of working within a charity would be beneficial, we are also keen to hear from candidates who bring transferable experience from other sectors. In addition to wanting to hear from experienced people leaders who share our vision and values, we also welcome applications from emerging leaders for whom this will be their first director role but who bring the enthusiasm and drive to succeed in it.
We are excited for someone to join us who is passionate about ending homelessness and ensuring that their team is focused on delivering excellence to ensure that we are achieving the Crisis mission. If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.
Prospectus is proud to be partnering with a great organisation, that for over 25 years have been helping charities and non-profits redefine their fundraising & campaigns. With a dedicated team of UK and International experts that bring together the latest thinking, innovation, and best practices in generating support for important causes. At an exciting time of growth, they are now recruiting for temporary Telephone Fundraisers to join their team, on an ongoing basis.
As a Telephone Fundraiser, you will represent a range of charities and non-profits over the phone. You will call across supporter acquisition, welcome calls, cross-sell, membership, legacy fundraising campaigns and more. You will be speaking with existing supporters who have previously donated or shown an interest in supporting the charities work, no ‘cold calling’ and will be making a strong fundraising ask on a charity’s behalf.
To be considered for this role, you will have strong background in a sales-based role, interpersonal skills transferable to telephone conversations, a confident and clear speaking voice, and the ability to follow a structure (call guide). You will also be resilient, able to handle objection, empathic and have the ability to perform to a target based working environment.
This is fully remote role, with a choice of working hours between 17.5 – 35 hours per week, shift patterns include afternoon and evenings, 12:00-4:00pm or 4:00- 8:30pm. Please only apply if you are available to start ASAP or have no more than a 1 weeks’ notice period.
Please note, due to the nature of the role you will also be required to have a private workspace with no noise pollution or household foot traffic, a laptop or PC running on with MAC or Windows 8 or above (they specifically cannot run on Chromebooks or Windows 7) and the ability to run an Ethernet cable (provided) from workstation to internet router as home WIFI.
Please apply with your CV only in the first instance (in Microsoft Word format). Cover letters are not required at this stage. We are reviewing CVs on an ongoing basis, so it is highly recommended to submit your application as soon as possible.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK) strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with frontline Indigenous Peoples and other communities in the fight against tropical deforestation, biodiversity loss and climate change.
We are seeking an Operations Officer with a diverse skill set to effectively manage RFUK’s premises, IT infrastructure, HR coordination, and overall administrative functions. This role plays a pivotal role in supporting senior management and all staff in advancing our critical mission.
We encourage candidates of varying experience levels to apply, particularly those with a proactive mindset, a "can-do" attitude, and a knack for problem-solving. This role offers an opportunity for growth and development, making it ideal for someone who is eager to learn and contribute to our organisation's success.
Person specifications
We seek a dynamic individual who is adaptable and proactive, with a strong problem-solving ability. Exceptional organisational and time management skills are essential, enabling autonomy and proficient handling of multiple deadlines. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for cultivating excellent relationships within our international team and external stakeholders.
We encourage all interested candidates to apply, even if they believe they may not fully meet all the requirements. Applicants are encouraged to elaborate on their suitability for the role in their cover letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation, our mission is crystal clear – to lay the foundations of a healthier society. Nestled in the heart of Southwark, London, our foundation boasts a rich history. We operate in collaboration with our local NHS hospitals through our charity brands. Additionally, we establish partnerships with local organizations, offering funding to drive essential programs, delivered through our subsidiary organization, Impact on Urban Health.
Acting as a strategic people partner for Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation, this role will drive people management initiatives, support the Foundation Strategy and the delivery of a strategic plan to achieve this. The role will have a designated internal client base to directly partner and will support the Foundation in promoting its corporate values and shaping a positive culture.
This role will establish consistency of practice with all Foundation People Business Partners and ensure delivery of a cost effective, customer-focussed service whilst continually striving for excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Business Partnering
· Develop a thorough understanding of the Foundation and the business area where you are providing support in order to provide a full people partnering service.
· Translate People strategy and agreed deliverables for your designated business areas into achievable plans and a prioritised implementation map.
· Establish effective relationships with business leads to enable you to provide valued interventions and insights on people management strategies.
· Advise directorate managers on managing people effectively including treating people fairly and professionally to ensure employee engagement and the delivery of Foundation objectives.
· Work with directorate leads to identify skills and capabilities they need to deliver current and future work, liaising with the Talent Management Hub (Learning & Development and Talent Acquisition) to manage the resourcing and talent processes.
· Partner with business area leads to develop learning and development plans for your designated directorate, and liaise with the Learning & Development Manager to identify gaps in levels of capability.
· Work with the Head of Learning & Development to introduce talent mapping initiatives and ensure that leaders and managers within designated directorates are equipped with the skills and confidence to manage effectively.
· In liaison with the People Advisor, provide regular key people metrics with analysis, narrative and ideas to encourage your designated business leads/managers to seek continuous improvements and regular review of individual and team delivery.
· Work with, and bring in, specialists across the People & Culture directorate (e.g., Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, DEI) to respond to planned and emerging people and business objectives.
Advise, manage, and support
· Develop and maintain all Foundation policies, procedures, processes and forms required to deliver a People service capable of ensuring that the Foundation discharges its duties efficiently and effectively.
· Ensure legal compliance of all People processes and procedures, enabling best practice to be attained in providing guidance to managers and employees, and safeguarding the Foundation’s reputation in the execution of its duties.
· Ensure up to date knowledge of all employment policies and procedures and provide advice and input as required.
· Act as a point of contact for employees to discuss confidential matters or grievances.
· Partner with line managers to provide advice on employee issues, coach managers on how to manage people and resolve employee issues including via the grievance and disciplinary processes.
· Stay current on industry trends, employment law and best practice to provide guidance to managers and staff on all People, legal and compliance issues.
· Foster a positive working environment for all people working at the Foundation.
· Process monthly payroll promptly and accurately with supervision from the Senior People Business Partner.
· Contribute to the Foundation’s strategic approach to diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) and work to actively embed practices which promote DEI across the Foundation’s approach to its workforce and people processes.
· Act as a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) champion, representing the directorate and liaising with employee networks on People related issues, policies and procedures.
Performance management
· Partner with directorate leads to drive appropriate and timely performance management and improve performance delivery.
· Manage individual review cycles for your designated directorate, sending reminders to managers when reviews are due and signposting staff and Line Managers to further support and guidance.
· Coach managers on the use of PDPs.
· Promote mandatory eLearning and ensure it is undertaken within prescribed timescales.
· Working with the People Advisor and business leads provide oversight of the 360 feedback surveys for end of year reviews for your directorate.
Employee Engagement and Organisational Development
· Take on/lead any other projects as requested by the Head of People & Culture or Chief People Officer
· Nurture a positive working environment by embedding the company culture and values in the implementation of all people related initiatives.
· Provide mentorship to junior colleagues in the People & Culture directorate and play a key role in their development.
These responsibilities are not exhaustive, and the Foundation reserves the right to assign other duties commensurate with the role as required.
Skills and Experience
Excellent interpersonal skills and effective communication skills (including presentation skills) with a high degree of cross-cultural sensitivity.
• An ability to work as a highly effective team player, able to both collaborate and lead. • Comfortable with ambiguity and confident to working autonomously.
• Emotionally resilient and able to cope with, and resolve, conflict.
• The ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Ability to use own initiative and good at problem solving.
• Exceptional communication skills, oral and written.
• Numerate with commercial awareness.
• Pragmatic, proactive and solutions driven.
• Dynamic self-starter who can prioritise and work under pressure.
Knowledge, experience, and qualifications:
• CIPD qualified or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge of employment legislation and its application.
• Strong understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion concepts and the impact the People. function can have in embedding an inclusive and equitable culture.
• HR Generalist experience across a broad range of HR functions and employee lifecycle, and best practice for those.
• Managing employee relations and related processes.
• The ability to analyse and report on HR information and data.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and manging multiple concurrent workstreams.
• Implementing and supporting change management with experience of TUPE/mergers.
Benefits
- Up to 12% employer pension contribution.
- Annual personal development budget.
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT Kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for someone to work with a clear strategy and then develop, grow and successfully manage our Youth Advisory (YAG) and Alumni groups, as well as lead the engagement of families / support networks. The ideal candidate is someone who will ensure interns accessing the DFN Project SEARCH model are at the heart of decision making and who will champion their rights and their participation. We are looking for someone who has a strong understanding of advocacy and the rights and entitlements of young adults with special educational needs and disabilities.
We are in our third year of running our YAG and yet to launch our Alumni offer. This role will therefore involve leading the implementation, development, and growth of the membership of both DFN Project SEARCH YAG and Alumni group. This will include planning and facilitating a programme of activities throughout the year for YAG and Alumni members, which we hope will be a mix of in person and online events.
This post holder will also provide ongoing training to YAG, Alumni and parent/carer members and facilitate their participation in our advocacy work. There will also be opportunities to deliver training to our central and partner teams alongside members of these groups
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
INTRODUCTION TO GIRLS NOT BRIDES
Girls Not Brides is the only global organisation uniquely focused on creating and sustaining a worldwide movement to end child, early and forced marriage and unions (CEFMU) and ensuring that this movement leads to tangible change for the girls at risk or affected by the practice. We are a network of more than 1,400 civil society organisations in over 100 countries working in partnership to end child marriage.
Our vision is a world without child marriage where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men and can achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives. Our vision challenges deeply embedded social norms that harm the lives of girls, women and their communities.
INTRODUCTION TO THE ROLE
The Director of People and Culture leads on fostering a positive work environment in order to help develop a strong organisational culture, providing high quality leadership and oversight on the development and delivery of Girls Not Brides’ People and Culture strategy. The post holder facilitates an organisational culture that supports an ambitious and diverse workforce that demonstrates clear commitment to Girls Not Brides values, mission, and vision, drawing up our principles around collaboration and partnership.
As a people and culture senior level professional, you will have an evidential understanding of all aspects of HR practices, both UK and International. This is a pivotal role supporting the transformation of Girls Not Brides, leading the delivery of a workforce strategy that ensures we have a stable, sustainable, skilled, dynamic, and diverse workforce capable of delivering the goals of the organisation. You will be someone who can balance creativity with pragmatism, and expertise with a desire to learn, and a demonstrable alignment with our commitment to championing well-being, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The role contributes to and plays a critical role in broad organisational leadership and strategic development, partnering with the senior leadership team in strategic decision-making.
Job location
London, UK (hybrid with up to three days on site per week). May include international travel.
Accountable to
Chief Executive Officer
Salary range
£70,560 (subject to benchmarking) rising on an annual incremental basis. Girls Not Brides also offers a generous 10% pension.
Contract
This is a full-time two-year fixed term contract. The successful candidate must have the right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of applying, and for the full duration of the two-year initial contract.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning and Organisational Leadership
• Lead the development and implementation of Girls Not Brides’ people and culture strategies to deliver on the vision, mission and goals set out in the Secretariat and Partnership strategies, 2022-2025.
• Lead the creation of an inclusive organisational culture, values, plans, and HR policies that are rooted in and informed by a deep commitment to the values of Girls Not Brides and to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
• Contribute to broad organisational leadership and strategic development, as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
• Advise and inform the CEO, Board and SLT colleagues on strategic issues relating to Human Resources, People management and organisational culture.
• Responsible for planning and monitoring the directorate’s budget.
Talent Acquisition
• Lead the development and implementation of Girls Not Brides’ people management and acquisition strategies to deliver on the vision.
• Oversee the development of strategies to identify talent; establish and oversee equitable and inclusive recruitment and hiring processes for all employees.
• Oversee the development of a comprehensive onboarding and staff orientation strategy.
• Oversee offboarding of staff, including exit interviews; analyse data to surface potential cultural issues or other staff concerns; make recommendations to the SLT for continuous improvements.
• Support line managers to proactively identify new leaders and build opportunities for growth.
Staff Well-Being
• Lead on the development and implementation of a staff well-being policy and oversee the effective use of processes for day-to-day provision across the organisation.
• Oversee development and implementation of programmes, initiatives, and ideas to enhance and maintain staff well-being across the organisation.
• To provide leadership, direction and co-ordination for the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and staff support services, including occupational health.
Organisational Culture
• Oversee the review and implementation of organisational core values that guide the organisation’s policies and procedures.
• Oversee the implementation of policies and programmes that ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the organisations.
• Oversee development and dissemination of HR policies and procedures that maintain and improve employee relations and shape organisational culture.
• Communicate openly and frequently, keeping staff informed on benefits, resources, organisational events, and other pertinent information.
• Oversee the management and appropriate resolution of complex employee relations issues; where applicable, commission and support effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
Regulatory and Compliance
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure compliance with all statutory employment related law and regulations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of changing employment regulations and implement policies, procedures, and systems to ensure regulatory compliance and reduce the organisation’s employment law risks.
• Oversee and lead the review of human resources information systems (HRIS) to ensure they are fit for purpose and support strategic thinking and direction. Apply relevant organisational/human resources metrics; contribute information, analysis, and recommendations to strategic thinking and direction.
Professional Development and performance
• Assess organisational needs with the SLT to identify professional learning and growth opportunities to support employees’ ongoing professional development.
• Steward a culture of learning and growth.
• Implement a standard of supervision grounded in inclusive leadership practices such as building strong relationships, active listening, clear and transparent communication, consistent and timely feedback and clear expectations.
• Ensure coaching and resources are provided to help build interpersonal and team resilience, address conflicts and adapt to different leadership styles.
Compensation and Benefit Management
• Develop and ensure the administration of a consistent, equitable, and progressive compensation program including salary surveys and market research to ensure Girls Not Brides is competitive within our market and in line with our budget.
• Monitor budgets for recruiting, training/staff development, and benefits programs in partnership with the Director of Operations & Finance.
• Oversee all HR functions including benefits programs; have oversight of/lead relationships with benefit providers, coordinate annual staff forums and address employee benefits questions; propose additional benefit options pertinent to the organisation’s workforce in partnership with the Director of Operations & Finance.
Wider contributions to the team
• Commit to the mission and vision of Girls Not Brides, putting these at the forefront of all planning, work, and actions.
• Uphold the core values of Girls Not Brides in all areas of work and interactions with colleagues, members, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Line manages employees and consultants as necessary, delegating responsibilities and tasks appropriate.
• Comply with Girls Not Brides’ policies and processes, with note for safeguarding, diversity and inclusion, the code of conduct and data protection.
• Commit to ongoing personal development and learning.
• Fulfil any other reasonable requests for the advancement of Girls Not Brides.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential experience
• Significant professional experience in a similar role in the international not-for-profit sector, international/intergovernmental organisation, or social enterprise.
• Qualified HR professional.
• Significant HR generalist experience, with extensive exposure to benefit administration, employee relations, performance management, recruitment, Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), and training and development.
• Experience supporting a diverse workforce, including working in international contexts (e.g. a globally diverse workforce).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Highly relational and able to build strong connections and relationships across differences.
• Proven ability to design and maintain operational systems and controls in line with best practice.
• Deep understanding of international compensation, benefits, and performance and evaluation frameworks.
• Confident and experienced in overseeing varied legal and compliance issues.
• Ability to deal with competing demands, multiple priorities, time constraints and unanticipated external events.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience of successfully managing teams, including geographically dispersed staff, with the ability to support and develop staff.
Essential skills and knowledge
• A deep personal and professional commitment to equity, understanding of best practices, and experience in building inclusive and engaged workplaces, cultural awareness, and sensitivity with lens on racial and gender equity.
• Familiarity with strategic planning, including compensation practices, data analysis, organisational development.
• A strong understanding and ability to contribute to the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) at organisational and partnership levels.
• Ability to deal with conflict effectively, and to manage difficult situations confidently and calmly; demonstrated ability to coach and counsel both executive-level management and employees.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong project management skills: ability to effectively plan, implement and manage HR programs and functions; ability to implement, explain, and apply relevant policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• An innovative and initiative-taking approach, with the vision and practical skills to assess, develop, improve and systems and processes.
• Proven ability to inspire and create a healthy organisational culture.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant UK & international employment laws and best practice in people management.
• Excellent strategic thinking and practical planning ability.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including the ability to work with a diverse range of actors at different levels and from different cultural contexts.
Essential values and attributes
• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Girls Not Brides and our vision in relation to addressing child marriage and gender equality.
• Skilled team worker with an inclusive and collaborative approach.
• Proactive and able to confidently take initiative and make appropriate decisions.
• Willingness to work flexibly and regularly travel internationally, as necessary.
Desirable
• Experience managing or supporting organisational change processes.
• Relevant and direct experience implementing DEI initiatives.
• Knowledge of nonprofit administration.
Safeguarding
Girls Not Brides is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk with whom our staff and representatives work and interface. Any employment with Girls Not Brides may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a background check and criminal records check which can include but is not limited to: an overseas police record check, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (for those based in the UK) or an International Criminal Record Check (if applicable).
How to apply
Girls Not Brides is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity, equal opportunity and inclusion in a serious way. We are committed to building a staff body that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
The closing date for this role is 23:59 BST (GMT+1) on Sunday 2 June 2024.
In-person interviews will be held on-site on Friday 14 June 2024.
To apply, please click on the ‘Apply now’ button on the job page and submit your CV and a brief cover letter demonstrating how you meet the criteria.
We regret that due to the large number of applications anticipated, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We believe in a world without child marriage, where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men, and can achieve their full potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
SENIOR DATA ACCESS AND TRAINING OFFICER
Salary: From £37,500 per annum
Reports to: Senior Cancer Intelligence Manager (Data and Informatics)
Department: ?Policy, Information and Communications?
Contract: Permanent
Hours: ?35 hours per week
Location: ?Stratford w/ high-flex (1 - 2 days per week in the office). We are open to further discussions around flexible working for the successful candidate.
Closing date: Thursday 30 May 2024, 23:55
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
??We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who shares our vision, someone like you. ?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Senior Data Access and Training Officer. We need you to manage and maintain Cancer Intelligence's official data security accreditations, policies and systems. You'll support the team's increasing ambitions to acquire, securely manage and analyse complex datasets to support the directorate in its evidence-based policy-making and influencing.
What will I be doing?
Management of CRUK's Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) accreditation and all associated policies, processes, risk assessment and staff training required for its maintenance
Developing and implementing processes captured within documentation across the Cancer Intelligence Team, including the delivery of training to and assessment of staff to ensure high level and consistent knowledge of processes for handling sensitive/confidential health data
Writing, updating and/or collating all relevant documentation required for successful submission of officially recognised data security accreditations
Identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies, including the maintenance of a data asset risk register
Providing technical support for applications to acquire data for the Cancer Intelligence team (including both regular updates of official statistics, and bespoke extracts of patient and other data that may require Research Ethics approval or equivalent), ensuring these applications meet the requirements of our data suppliers
Leading on logistical aspects of acquiring data, including tracking requests, and anticipating and resolving potential delays
Identifying potential and actual system bottlenecks; and assisting the Data Liaison Manager to bring about improvements in access to patient data
Providing regular management information about data acquisition processes for the Data Liaison Manager and Head of Cancer Intelligence
Responsible for ensuring that data are transferred, stored and accessed as prescribed in Cancer Intelligence Information Security Management System policies.
What skills are you looking for?
Extensive understanding of research project applications and the research lifecycle
Experience of managing and maintaining officially recognised data security and protection accreditations
Experience of training others in the adherence to data security and protection protocols and identifying and mitigating risk
Experience supporting analysts or researchers in an academic or research setting
Knowledge of metadata standards and systems
Extensive experience of assessing data quality
Expert knowledge of data protection and information governance principles
Good relationship management skills, with the ability to establish and develop new relationships with health professionals and data suppliers.
What will I gain?
Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive.
In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well.
Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more.
We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture.
Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team.
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively.
Please note that, Internally, this role is known as Senior Data Governance and Access Officer.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Job ref: REQ000757
This is a fixed term contract for 9 months.
£29,591
Woking GU21 4LL / Hybrid Working
This is a UK based contract and as such, you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Evidence of your Right to Work will be checked prior to interview.
As an experienced finance professional with a background in a busy accounts payable function, it is not every day you get the opportunity to save the planet. That is the role we can offer you as Accounts Payable Specialist with WWF UK.
As the world’s largest independent conservation organisation, we are working to make the continued destruction of nature politically, socially and economically unacceptable. To make sure we are successful it is essential we ensure that all expenditure is properly authorised and paid within required timescales. This is where your finance skills come in.
As Accounts Payable Specialist, you will review transactions raised on our procurement system to ensure they are correctly coded and are supported by relevant documentation. You will process invoices for suppliers as well as respond to internal and supplier queries. You will distribute invoices received to the relevant internal stakeholder to raise purchase orders in a timely manner and reconcile supplier statements too. You will also prepare payment runs, process foreign payments and help with credit card and expense approvals . In addition, you will enjoy the opportunity to develop your skills supporting other work of the Accounts payable Manager with some ad hoc tasks with new systems being implemented.
You will have experience gained within an Accounts Payable function using a purchase to pay system. Used to matching complex invoices to purchase orders, you will be familiar with reconciling supplier accounts. You will be a user of Excel too. Able to manage your own workload, you will also possess good communication and interpersonal skills as well as an eye for detail.
Experience of foreign currency payment processing and of using the Sun Accounting system would be an advantage.
If you are excited by the opportunity of making our world a better place through your work, we would love to hear from you. Please click on the link and apply via our website by submitting a copy of your up-to-date CV and Supporting Statement to highlight what makes you a good fit for us.
Application closing date: 09/06/2024
WWF UK are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. As a Disability Confident Employer, we acknowledge that some candidates may require additional support to overcome barriers experienced during the application process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via our website.
Our policies and benefits reflect the importance of people being able to have a good work-life balance and being able to bring their ‘full self’ to work.
WWF-UK believes anyone who is involved in our work or connected to it, especially children, should be safe from harm. Our first priority will always be to safeguard anyone at risk of harm or abuse. WWF-UK operates robust recruitment practices to ensure candidates for all roles are suitable. Our process includes values-based questions during interviews and annual performance reviews, reference checks that we verify orally, criminal records checks (at the appropriate level) and pre-employment declarations. We do not tolerate any form of abuse or exploitation and act robustly to any allegations or concerns.
Our world needs you like never before. We are the first generation to know we are destroying the world, and we could be the last that can do anything about it. We are looking for people who are passionate about making it politically, socially and economically unacceptable to destroy our planet’s natural resources. We need you to join us in the fight for our world.