Chief Operating Officer Jobs in TW15 3RE

Operational Leadership:

• Provide strategic leadership to the Senior Management Team's and it’s operational functions, ensuring efficient and high-quality service delivery.
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance productivity and ensure compliance.
• Continuously streamline processes and workflows to improve operational performance.
• Deputise for the CEO when required, representing the organisation at events, meetings, and in day-to-day operations.

Strategic Planning and Execution:

• Collaborate with the CEO and support, manage and develop the senior management to shape and execute the charity’s strategic plan.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable initiatives, ensuring effective implementation and tracking progress.
• Identify opportunities for growth, cost optimisation, and improved service delivery.

Board of Trustees Liaison:

• Provide regular reports to the Board of Trustees on operational performance, strategic initiatives, and financial matters.
• Work closely with the CEO to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with the Board's expectations.
• Attend Board meetings and provide insights on operational challenges, opportunities, and key achievements.

Financial Management:

• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, ensuring the efficient use of resources.
• Monitor financial performance, identifying areas for improvement and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Drive cost-efficiency initiatives while maintaining a focus on quality and service outcomes.

People Management and Development:

• Line manage and develop the SMT (nine managers)
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish performance goals and metrics for staff, offering regular feedback and development support.
• Promote an inclusive, diverse work environment that values employee engagement and professional growth.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and retention strategies.

Risk Management and Compliance:

• Develop and implement strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards, maintaining the highest ethical standards.
• Implement internal controls and governance practices to safeguard the charity’s reputation and assets.

Delight is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced senior operations professional, who has the energy, drive and sound judgement to lead Delight’s operations through a period of growth. This is a new position within the Delight team and provides an excellent opportunity for someone to play a pivotal role in Delight’s development. As the COO, you will support and partner with Delight’s founder and CEO in executing strategic plans and directives, overseeing day-to-day operations and implementing changes needed for the organisation’s growth.

The role requires someone with a strong track record in senior operational positions, and experience in both charitable and commercial environments. Your leadership will ensure the smooth running of core operational functions, revenue, finance, human resources, quality control and IT.

With 43 years’ experience caring for London’s diverse wildlife, 36 free-to-enter urban nature reserves, and over 900,000 members standing together for nature, London Wildlife Trust are engaging, inspiring, and enabling people to connect with nature.

London Wildlife Trust (LWT) is the only charity that champions nature’s recovery in London. LWT’s new COO will play a pivotal role in helping to achieve the 2030 Strategic Plan. They will be part of the Trust’s Senior Leadership Team with day-to-day overall leadership responsibility for finance, people, organisational development, impact measurement, and governance. 

Following a period of significant growth, and currently embarking on a brand-new five-year Business Plan, London Wildlife Trust is at a turning point as an organisation and is seeking a dynamic and effective leader to complement and support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in leading the charity through a period of significant change and transformation. 

The successful candidate will report directly to the CEO, and line-manage both the Head of Finance and the Head of People & Organisational Development. 

Whilst we are not seeking a qualified accountant, the COO will need to be able to robustly and fluently speak to and understand financial challenges, particularly around longer-term forecasting and budgets. Supporting and guiding the formalisation of impact measurement across the organisation will also be a key aspect of the role, done in close collaboration with the wider senior management team and Director of Development. 

Experience with and passion for streamlining operations, systems, and processes and continuously working to identify improvements will be essential, as will a calm and stable approach to leadership. 

LWT is being assisted in this appointment by the executive search firm Society. Applications should consist of a CV and covering letter. The deadline for receipt of applications is midday GMT on Thursday, 13 March 2025.

Hybrid working, split between:

• House of Sport, 190 Great Dover Street, London, SE1 4YB

• Remote work from home

The expectation is for the successful candidate to spend 1–2 days per week at the House of Sport with the Upshot team, with the remainder working remotely. Additional in-office days may be required depending on business needs. Some travel may also be required to attend conferences and events.

About Upshot Systems CIC:

Upshot Systems CIC is a community interest company (CIC) dedicated to supporting non-profit organisations to manage, monitor and evidence their social impact. Upshot has a unique story born out of a need for organisations to explain to the outside world the change they are creating. Originally created at the Football Foundation, Upshot was built to help funders and deliverers collect good data, understand their progress and report on their impact.

Working at the intersection of technology and impact, Upshot has extensive reach, working with over 1400 organisations around the world and has a rich history of delivering value for our many loyal clients like Lord’s Taverners, Premiership Rugby, Rank Foundation, London Youth and Blackpool Council.

Our mission is to build a global community of impact-led organisations who use data to make better decisions to serve their communities. We do this by providing capacity building support around good impact measurement practices, giving access to our state of the art SaaS tool to help organisations collect good data and support organisations with data visualisation and storytelling.

We are now in a position to scale our impact to new international markets and become a global driver of effective use of data and stories by non-profit organisations. To grow to our potential we need additional leadership, expertise and vision on our Senior Leadership Team and are looking for a skilled professional to join us.

Role Overview

The COO will be responsible for overseeing and improving Upshot’s internal operations, ensuring effective delivery across HR, finance, operations, legal, data protection, and board management. As a senior leader, the COO will act as the internal face of the business, inspire innovation, and support the CEO in executing Upshot’s strategic vision.

This is a new pivotal role for a strategic and hands-on operator who thrives on building scalable systems and fostering a positive company culture in a purpose-driven organization. As Upshot currently outsources most of these functions and responsibility is spread across the team, this role requires a doer—someone who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves, dive into details, and make a tangible impact across the business.

Key Responsibilities

HR and Team Culture

• Oversee HR policies, processes, and issues, liaising with the outsourced HR team.

• Manage payroll, employee benefits, and team culture initiatives.

• Champion learning and development opportunities for staff.

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

Finance

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.

• Oversee client renewals, working closely with the Head of Account Management

• Liaise and manage the outsourced accountant and bookkeeper.

• Manage financial systems, including Xero, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Operations

• Streamline systems and tools to drive internal efficiency.

• Oversee our CRM system and data accuracy across the team.

• Analyze operational data, identify efficiencies, and implement solutions.

• Manage insurance and other organizational administrative needs.

• Act as the point of contact for our outsourced IT management company and other suppliers

Data Protection and Cybersecurity

• Oversee Upshot’s data protection policies and compliance with regulations.

• Lead the internal Data Protection Champions team.

• Work with legal advisors on data and operational matters.

Board and Strategic Support

• Support the CEO with board management and reporting.

• Draft board papers and present insights as required.

• Contribute to strategic discussions and decision-making.

• Implement enhanced monitoring and reporting frameworks to track and improve performance, risk identification and mitigation, and deliver agreed outcomes. 

• Maintain, monitor and report on agreed operational delivery plans and KPI measures throughout the year

Commercial and Business Development

• Work with the CEO and Head of Growth to diversify income streams.

• Support global expansion initiatives and partnerships.

• Collaborate with the Head of Account Management to scale client operations.

• Cultivate productive relationships with external stakeholders, sector leaders, charitable and statutory agencies, suppliers, partners and clients, ensuring Upshot is well positioned to capitalise on potential business opportunities.

Product and Client Success

• Work closely with the Head of Product to ensure operational alignment with product goals.

• Provide strategic input to help the Account Management team enhance client experience as the client base grows.

Leadership and Innovation

• Drive operational efficiency, effectiveness and high performance across the team.

• Cultivate a high-performance culture within the team, creating the conditions for continuous improvement, innovation, collaboration, accountability and psychological safety.

• Represent Upshot at events, conferences, and other public engagements to promote and advocate for the organisation’s mission and initiatives.

• Identify and implement innovative solutions to drive the company forward.

• Support staff growth and provide leadership as the team scales.

Additional Information

As Upshot grows, the COO role will evolve to include line management responsibilities and broader strategic input across the business.

Person Specification

Advanced Knowledge of:

• Internal operations management, including HR, finance, and IT systems.

• Cybersecurity and data protection practices.

• Budgeting and financial planning tools, such as Xero.

• Advanced Excel skills

• CRM systems and operational analytics.

Proven Experience in:

• Providing senior leadership at the same or similar level within another comparable organisation, or organisation in an adjacent field.

• Financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and overseeing renewals and contracts.

• Scaling internal systems and processes in a growing organization.

• Managing outsourced partners, including HR, IT, Legal and accounting services.

• Board reporting and strategic collaboration with leadership teams.

• Fostering team culture and delivering employee development initiatives.

• Supporting international expansion or scaling operations across multiple markets.

Other qualities include:

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Passion for data-driven insights and operational excellence.

• Enthusiasm and interest in the nonprofit sector

If you are interested, please fill out the short form and complete your application on our website before 11.59pm on Sunday 16th March 2025. Interviews are planned to be held the week commencing 31st March and the 7th April 2025.

Goodman Masson are currently partnered with Crisis Action to recruit for their new Finance and Operations Director!

Crisis Action is a pioneering and award-winning organisation whose aim is to prevent human suffering caused by armed conflict. With a unique model of working behind the scenes to catalyse joint action, Crisis Action brings together its global network of civil society organisations to leverage their respective skills, expertise, and resources and increase their collective impact in changing the calculations of the world's most powerful decision makers to take meaningful action to protect civilians from war and violence.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing financial management and reporting strategies as well as ensuring strong financial control processes across the team. You will also oversee the IT team, ensuring the development of strong IT policies.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Support the Senior Management Team to shape long-term organisational strategy
• Lead on organisational strategies and plans encompassing finance, operations, IT and risk management
• Offer expert financial advice and analysis to aid management teams in strategic decision making
• Support the CEO in risk management
• Provide overall leadership to the finance function, ensuring strong finance systems are in place
• Lead the relationship with Crisis Action's auditors
• Ensure the funds of Crisis Action are invested to achieve maximum returns
• Oversee organisational security systems and processes
• Ensure the development of a strong IT policy

Essential:

• CCAB Qualified Accountant
• Experience leading finance teams within a human rights or international development organisation
• Strong understanding of Charity SORP
• Knowledge of IT and infrastructure

Salary is £70,000- £80,000 (Subject to experience) + Excellent Benefits.

Applications are being reviewed as and when they are received, therefore please apply ASAP to ensure you do not miss out.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Chief Executive Officer

This is a unique opportunity to join an international children’s charity as its Chief Executive Officer, making a real and lasting transformation in the lives of children in Darfur, Sudan. 

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Location: Remote (with the role involving occasional travel to Surrey)

Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 (subject to experience)

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours)

Contract: Permanent 

Closing Date: Thursday 13th March, the client reserves the right to interview before the closing date so please apply asap.

About the role: 

This is a crucial position as it will be your responsibility to ensure the growth of the charity, enabling us to support even more children and their families in Darfur, Sudan. You will be an experienced and highly motivated leader overseeing the overall development of the charity, ensuring its continued success in its next phase of the charity’s growth. You will oversee the charity’s budget to ensure the long-term financial sustainability and be responsible for the charity’s fundraising, grants, individuals and our events. You will lead a passionate and dedicated team including working with our volunteers, both in the UK and in the USA and Australia. You will also play a key role in building relationships with donors, potential donors, corporates and other stakeholders. 

You will work closely with the Country Director (currently our Founder) for Darfur and oversee projects and assist recruitment in Sudan as soon as it is safe to do so. At present our Sudan staff are working from outside the country as Darfur faces extreme violence. Projects within Darfur are implemented by the Steering Committee, who are volunteer village leaders working with the charity since 2010.

Your main duties will include:

• Provide vision and leadership for the charity setting the overall vision and strategic direction, ensuring alignment with its mission and values.

• Develop and implement a strategic plan in collaboration with the Board of Trustees.

• Act as the public face of the charity, undertaking a range of speaking opportunities and acting as a media spokesperson.

• Manage day-to-day operations, ensuring the effectiveness and efficient use of charity resources.

• Oversee budgeting and financial planning – manage the charity’s finances, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.

• Build relationships with celebrities, Patrons and key Stakeholders.

• Ensure the charity is compliant with legal, regulatory and financial requirements.

• Regularly report to the Board on all aspects of the charity’s work, ensuring accurate timely updates on funding, operations and emerging needs.

• Be the key point of contact for the charity, providing guidance and support to staff and volunteers.

• Prepare the Annual Report and regular updates for key stakeholders, donors and funders.

About you: 

We are looking for a confident leader who wants to work with us to ensure we are a high performing, sustainable organisation. You will need to bring with you the following skills and experience:

• Proven track record in a management and leadership role, preferably within the charitable or not-for-profit sector. 

• Strategic thinker with strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build partnerships and influence at all levels. 

• Compassionate and values-driven approach to leadership, with a commitment to sustainable development. 

• Understanding of Charity law and regulations, governance requirements, and reporting standards. 

• Experience working effectively with a Board of Trustees. 

• Proven experience in budget setting and financial management, reporting to funders and Trustees. 

• Proven success in identifying and developing new income streams. 

• Experienced in building effective relationships with donors, celebrities, patrons and other stakeholders. 

• Experience in building and leading a team of staff and volunteers. 

• Excellent communicator and presentation skills. 

• Highly organised, and excellent attention to detail. 

About the Organisation

This is the only charity founded specifically to help children in one of the most challenging regions of the world, Darfur, Sudan. For the past 24 years we have been transforming the lives of children through a unique package of integrated projects, working closely with the communities themselves. Since 2001 we have adopted 110 villages, transforming the lives of over half a million people.

There could not be a more exciting time to take the charity forward. You will be responsible for shaping both the projects in Darfur, and all the exciting opportunities to raise awareness and funds in the rest of the world. 

Other roles you may have experience of could include Charity Director, CEO, Chief Executive, Chief Executive Officer, Senior Director, Finance Director, Corporate Services Director, Fundraising Director, Human Resources Director, IT Director, General Manager, Operations Director, Partnerships Director, Managing Director, CFO, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

The Veterans’ Foundation, established in 2016, is one of the country’s fastest-growing military charities, with a passion and purpose for improving the lives of those within the armed forces community, by raising funds which are then awarded to organisations that have a real impact on veterans, those currently serving in the armed forces and their families.

To support the organisation on their exciting growth journey, we are seeking a dynamic, creative and innovative individual to step into the role of Chief Executive. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders to build the profile of the organisation, identify and attract new income generating opportunities, and expand our footprint and contributions.

Overview of the Chief Executive Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Working with the Trustees to set, develop and deliver on the strategic priorities of the organisation, focused on increasing their impact and reach.
• Being responsible for overseeing the operational activities of the Veterans Foundation.
• Taking on an ambassadorial role, being the key spokesperson for the organisation, and managing relationships with key external and internal stakeholders such as veterans, donors, Government agencies, and their contractors Bee Ethical.
• Encouraging income generation activity, by cultivating and stewarding relationships with donors, and identifying innovative opportunities to increase funding.
• Overall responsibility for designing, implementing, and evaluating programmes, and services, to ensure they meet the needs of members.
• Providing leadership to the senior management team, encouraging a positive workforce culture, and a high-performing team.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Proven strategic leadership skills, either within the public or private sector.
• Experience of operational management, including budgetary responsibilities, commercial contract management, and the ability to influence, network, and raise the profile of an organisation.
• An empathetic individual, with an understanding of the challenges that veterans may face including wellbeing, mental health, homelessness, and addiction, and a passion for the purpose of Veterans Foundation.
• Previous exposure to fundraising operations, including diversifying income generation streams, developing relationships with potential donors, and raising the profile of the organisation.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 6th March 2025

Role Overview

An extraordinary opportunity has come up to lead The Resilience Project’s next phase of growth. From start-up to scale-up, TRP is now looking for a dynamic leader to develop our offerings and oversee our international operations. The CEO will provide strategic leadership and direction to The Resilience Project, ensuring the organisation achieves its mission and strategic goals. This role is a unique blend of internally and externally focused responsibilities. For the latter, working alongside our Founder, you will act as the face of the organisation, building partnerships, securing funding, and ensuring that our programs continue to deliver exceptional impact. For the former, working alongside our COO, you will oversee the financial health of the organisation, iterate scaling infrastructure strategy and foster a culture of inclusion, innovation, joy and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Focus on scaling and strengthening The Resilience Project, particularly developing alternative revenue generating pathways, key partnerships and long-term sustainable funding mechanisms. From this, develop and implement a long-term strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission, vision, and values. Lead the organisation in responding to emerging challenges and opportunities in climate justice, youth mental health, and resilience-building. Embody and model our values of courage, care, co-design, community, joy and inclusivity.

• Organisational Development: Build and nurture a high-performing team of international staff and volunteers. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and empowering organisational culture. Work closely with the Senior Board to ensure effective governance and accountability.

• Financial Management: Working with the Finance and Fundraising Lead, develop and oversee budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and smooth cashflow. Diversify income streams through grants, partnerships, donations, and other revenue opportunities. Lead in the development and creation of additional revenue opportunities.

• Programme Oversight: Working with the Programmes Office, ensure the continued delivery and development of impactful initiatives such as the Resilience Fellowship Programme, community Programmes and workshops. Monitor and evaluate programme impact to ensure quality, effectiveness and relevance to the youth climate justice movement. Oversee our international expansion, leading on risk assessment and ensuring any development promotes sensitivity, inclusion, co-design and resilience.

• Partnerships and Advocacy: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, partners, and youth organisations. Act as an ambassador for The Resilience Project, advocating for youth empowerment and climate resilience on national and international platforms.

• Communications and Fundraising: Oversee the organisation’s communications and marketing strategy to enhance visibility and engagement. Lead fundraising efforts to secure the resources necessary to achieve the organisation’s goals.

• Line Management: Act as line manager to Finance and Fundraising Lead, and Marketing and Communications Lead, overseeing workflow and monthly wellbeing check-ins.

Qualifications

Are you?

• A strategic thinker with a proven track record in leadership roles within the non-profit, social enterprise, or environmental sectors.
• Experienced in organisational management and team leadership, with a collaborative and empowering approach.
• Passionate about climate justice, youth empowerment, and addressing inner development and mental health challenges.
• Skilled in fundraising and financial management, with the ability to secure and diversify income streams.
• An excellent communicator, able to inspire and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Committed to the values of inclusion, care, joy, courage, co-design, and community.

Essential:

• Proven experience in senior leadership roles within the non-profit, social enterprise, or environmental sectors.
• A strong track record of strategic planning, organisational management and team leadership.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and influence diverse audiences.
• Experience in fundraising, financial management, and building sustainable income streams.
• A deep understanding of the youth climate justice movement, youth empowerment, and mental health challenges.
• Experience working with youth-led organisations or movements.
• Commitment to the values of inclusion, co-design, community, care, joy, courage and social justice.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the global funding and philanthropy landscape, particularly in the environmental or mental health sectors.
• Understanding of the intersectionality of change work, and how to lead the organisation's services in a proactive manner that supports and empowers different demographics
• Experience of developing and implementing revenue generation beyond grants.
• Experience in scaling a non-profit or social enterprise internationally.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks for non-profits.
• Working knowledge of platforms such as Asana, Typeform, Airtable, and Google workspace.

Additional Job Perks:

• The Resilience Project operates a 4-day working week
• Strong culture of personal development and pastoral support with the provision of mental health days, weekly organisational Unwind sessions and a monthly Pastoral session
• Networking with leaders in the climate, social enterprise and academic sectors
• Strong culture of work driven by peer-support and colleague celebration

How to Apply:

The link to this application can be found in our recruitment pack here: https://shorturl.at/YwuAk

About The Resilience Project:

People around the world are trying to cope with the climate crisis, extreme weather, burnout, isolation and climate anxiety. The Resilience Project is a youth-led organisation resourcing young people and leaders of all ages to become effective and resilient climate changemakers for a sustainable future. We enable people taking action for the planet to find their voice, people and power. Our vision is a resilient changemaking culture, where kinship and compassion are embedded within the fabric of changemaking communities.

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (Maternity Cover)
Location: London Metropolitan University Students’ Union, London
Contract: 1 year fixed-term, Full-time (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £56,250

The Board is open to a flexible approach to this appointment. If you would like to discuss what you can offer LMSU, or discuss the role in more details please get in touch with us.

About Us:
London Met Students’ Union is a vibrant, student-led organisation committed to improving the student experience and representing the interests of over 13,000 students. We support students in every aspect of their university journey, from academic advice to social and extracurricular activities. As we move into the first year of our new strategic plan, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team for a maternity cover period.
 

Role Overview:
We are looking for a talented and experienced professional to step into the role of Chief Executive. You will be responsible for delivering the first year of our new strategy and ensuring that we effectively support and represent our diverse student body. You will oversee all operational activities, lead a dedicated team, and work closely with both the University and external stakeholders to advance the interests of our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Students' Union.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the staff team, ensuring alignment with the union’s mission, values, and objectives.
• Oversee the development and delivery of key services and student-facing activities.
• Manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including London Met University, student groups, and external partners.
• Ensure financial sustainability and governance compliance, working with the Board and senior management.
• Drive student engagement, ensuring that the voice of students is heard and represented at all levels of decision-making.
• Support the President and elected officers in fulfilling their leadership roles.
• Manage the implementation of student campaigns, events, and other initiatives to enrich the student experience.

About You:
We are looking for an individual who can step in and hit the ground running. Ideally, you will have experience in leadership within a student or member-led organisation, as well as a solid understanding of the challenges facing students today. You will be a strategic thinker with strong interpersonal skills and a passion for student advocacy.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a Chief Executive or senior leadership role, ideally within a Students' Union or similar not-for-profit organisation.
• Excellent understanding of student issues and the ability to lead with empathy and vision.
• Strong organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Experience in financial management and operational oversight.
• The ability to represent the Students’ Union in external forums and to advocate for students effectively. 

​What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to lead a passionate and dedicated team.
• Hybrid & Flexible working opportunities.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free loans & more!

At LMSU, we’re all about inclusivity and value diverse voices that reflect our student community. We’re committed to fair recruitment practices, including anonymous shortlisting to remove unconscious bias from the selection process. Our interview panels are trained in Unconscious Bias to ensure a level playing field for all candidates. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with dependents.

Title: Operations Officer

Location: Coram’s Fields, 93 Guilford Street, London, WC1N 1DN

Responsible to: Chief Operating Officer Salary: Up to £34,000 per annum (subject to experience)

Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week (includes some evening and weekend work)

Benefits: 26 days annual leave, defined contribution pension scheme, tax-free childcare scheme, café discount, employee assistance programme, cycle-to work scheme

Role Summary

Coram’s Fields is a unique charity in the heart of Bloomsbury, London. In addition to our iconic 7-acre child-friendly park, we run a variety of services and enrichment programmes to support local young people and their families, including a nursery, an after-school and holiday club, a drop-in centre for parents of under-5s, a vibrant youth centre and a sports programme. We proactively host a wide variety of community events and celebrations, and our facilities are available for private hire to generate income for the charity.

The Operations Officer role is an integral part of the central team with responsibility for procedures, systems that support the effective, efficient, and compliant running of our seven-acre site, services, park events and oversight of income streams. It is an exciting and highly collaborative role offering a fantastic opportunity to combine effective communication and organisational skills with a passion for helping young people and a desire to develop commercial and business development experience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

General operations, processes and systems 

• You will be responsible for the oversight and continuous improvement of organisational procedures including IT, GDPR, Health and Safety, Fire Evacuation, incident management.
• You will be responsible for briefing staff across the charity in the use of these procedures and working with the Office and HR Manager to arrange training for staff where necessary. 
• You will be responsible for improving existing office systems and identifying opportunities to develop new systems and processes to enable people to work more collaboratively, efficiently, and effectively. 
• You will be responsible for ensuring that organisational procedures are documented and accessible on the internal SharePoint.
• You will be responsible for developing and overseeing a new volunteer infrastructure for the charity, working with teams across the organisation to deliver a consistently high-quality volunteer experience for all with standard recruitment, induction, and on-going oversight procedures.

Events and project management 

• You will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing a diverse and inclusive programme of park events, making the park an interesting and vibrant place to visit, encouraging the community to gather and socialise, and generating income to support the work of the charity.
• You will have responsibility for working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure each event is well-planned, managed safely and compliantly with all regulations and laws, and executed successfully within budget. 
• You will work with the CEO, COO and Buildings and Facilities Manager to support capital projects, liaising with external stakeholders, contractors and the Local Authority to ensure the effective operation of the site. Commercial Operations
•  You will operationally oversee our facility-hire income (halls, sports facilities, and grounds) and be responsible for: – ensuring necessary contracts, waivers, and legal/statutory documents are completed – executing effective marketing and promotions, and creating high quality promotional content for our website and social media – regularly reviewing fees in relation to the hire of our facilities and making recommendations for changes to these – understanding and improving the utilisation of facilities – supporting the COO to develop and grow partnerships with local organisations and schools – improving the efficiency of our booking systems/processes and overall user experience 
• You will be responsible for identifying new (temporary and permanent) opportunities and third party partnerships to bring new experiences, enjoyment and enrichment to local young people while also generating income for the charity. 
• You will work closely with our Café Manager to grow the profile and income generated by our cafe through improved park signage and park visitor experience initiatives, and integration of the café into the hall and sports hire customer journeys.

Other 

• You will be expected to undertake personal development and training where required or beneficial for the role, and to attend regular supervision and appraisal sessions.
• To undertake any task that may be request from time to time by the CEO or Board of Trustees, as may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post.

How to apply: Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter outlining how you are good fit for the role!

* We can only consider applications from candidates who submit a cover letter detailing how their experience aligns with the job criteria and how the role fits with their career goals.

Diversity and inclusion matter to us. Coram’s Fields is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, from a diverse range of backgrounds. We strive for our workforce to be representative of the communities that we serve, and we know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the families and children we work with.

Coram’s Fields is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of all children and young people. All those applying for a role with the charity are subject to robust safeguarding checks and will need to demonstrate clearly their commitment to safeguarding. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and all post holders are required to register with the DBS update service.

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with Centre 404 to recruit its new Chief Executive Officer.

Centre 404 is a leading charity supporting individuals with learning disabilities and autism, and their families. Founded in 1951, we work with eight London councils to deliver housing support, employment assistance, day opportunities, children’s services, and leisure activities. With an annual budget of circa £10 million, we are proud to empower independence, inclusion, and equality.

We are seeking an exceptional leader to guide our organisation through a time of change and opportunity.

As Chief Executive, you will:

• Lead and inspire a diverse team delivering complex, person-centred services.
• Build strong partnerships with commissioners, funders, and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation and modernisation, including the use of AI and new technologies.
• Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion as integral to our work and values.
• Respond to increasing demand for autism support with scalable, impactful programmes.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for empowering others and a track record of leading complex organisations, we’d love to hear from you.

Job title: Chief Executive

Salary: £95,000 - £105,000 p.a.

Location: Islington, London

Employment term: Permanent, Full time

How to apply:

If you would like to receive an information pack on how to apply, please send a CV in confidence to Nick Shanks via the apply button.

For an informal and confidential conversation about the position, please contact Nick via the apply button with your contact details, and suitable times to chat.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 7th March 2025

Both Centre 404 and Harris Hill operate an equal opportunity policy and commit to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Goodman Masson are delighted to have partnered with Ambition Institute, who are currently recruiting for a new Finance Director.

At Ambition, their vision is an education system where every child can thrive, no matter what their background. They do this by supporting teachers at every stage of their careers through evidence-based professional development.

You will be a qualified accountant with strong experience in a senior financial leadership role and exposure to working at board level.

Day to day responsibilities include:

• Lead on financial strategy, engaging with the CEO, COO and Executive Committee (ExCo)
• Work with leaders to enable them to make informed decisions in line with overall financial strategy
• Engage with the Board of Trustees, ensuring that they are equipped with the necessary data and analysis
• Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Lead financial modelling and projections across the short, medium, and long-term
• Develop competitive and compelling financial proposals that align with Ambition's goals
• Provide strategic guidance on the financial viability of new products
• Lead financial aspects of bidding processes
• Ensure the integrity of financial records and that the charity's financial operations are compliant

Essentials:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified
• Experience in a senior financial leadership role
• Experience operating at board level
• Track record of strategic financial planning and management
• Strong leadership and team management skills

Desirable:

• Financial modelling associated with product development and bidding processes (highly desirable)
• Experience working within the charity sector or mission-driven organisation

Salary is £80,000 + Excellent Benefits including generous employer pension contribution of 11%.

Candidates can be based in London, Birmingham or Manchester. Very flexible, hybrid working on offer.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Our Mission

We're Tutors United. We're on a mission to end the attainment and employability gap through the power of community-based tutoring. We support young people to thrive at two key transition points – from primary to secondary school, and from university to employment.

What We Do

Working with housing associations and other local partners, we run free tutoring programmes for primary school children and their families, providing access to vital educational support to those who need it most. We're proud to serve diverse, low-income, refugee, migrant, and multilingual communities across London, the Midlands, and the North West. We hire, train, and pay inspiring university students – most of whom also come from low-income households – as tutors, providing them with meaningful, paid work experience and wider support to boost their careers.

Each year, our work gives hundreds of young people, parents and carers the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to maximise education and employment opportunities. Now, we’re looking for an ambitious, highly organised and proactive person to join us as our new Finance and Governance Officer!

Job Purpose

This is an exciting time to join our small and impactful team, as we embark on a new four-year strategy. To meet our ambitious growth goals while sustaining strong core operations and compliance with charity and company regulations, we need to increase support for the CEO and Senior Management Team (SMT) and bolster our financial and governance capacity. This role is critical to achieving our strategic objectives to reach more young people than ever before, sustain the quality and impact of our programmes as we grow, diversify our funding and partnerships, and strengthen TU’s operations, so all staff can thrive as we scale-up delivery of tuition hubs across existing and new areas.

The Finance and Governance Officer will work closely with the CEO and COO to ensure the smooth running of TU, acting as the “glue” for the wider team and managing the day-to-day financial, governance and operational processes that are critical to high-quality delivery, compliance and impact.

The Finance and Governance Officer will provide robust and timely financial management support to the CEO, to ensure income is received and expenditure processed in line with our budgets. You will be responsible for processing incoming and outgoing payments within our bank and accountancy software, ensuring good records are kept, and liaising closely with our external accountants to deliver monthly accounts. You will support the CEO to tighten up our financial oversight, processes and compliance. You’ll also play a critical role in making sure our brilliant tutors and classroom assistants are paid each month, working with the wider team.

With an ambitious new strategy and an increased Board of trustees, a core aspect of this role will be to coordinate excellent governance support, to facilitate strong non-executive leadership and challenge as we grow. This role will be an advocate for governance and performance monitoring within TU, ensuring the team contributes to Board papers and KPIs, and supporting the CEO to meet governance deadlines. You will also pitch in with frontline programme delivery at pinch points during the year - such as helping with daily lesson support from 4-6pm, helping with our annual graduation event, or monitoring incoming enquiries.

We are looking for a proactive and conscientious individual who is prepared to challenge themselves and their colleagues. You will need to be solutions orientated, creative and comfortable communicating with people both internally and externally. If you are passionate about the development of young people, processes and performance, and want to see your ideas and skills come to life and underpin our growth strategy, you’ll love it here!

Location of role

Candidate can be based in London, Liverpool or Manchester. 

Job Details 

Please see full details in the attached Job Description. 

I am excited to be working with an amazing children's charity in search of an Interim Director of Finance. This is a full-time (will consider 4-days a week), London based hybrid role on a 6-month FTC. As Interim Director of Finance your role will be to lead the organisations financial strategy and operations during a key period of transition. Reporting to the COO, you’ll oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and compliance, ensuring strong governance and sustainability. You will manage a small finance team and work closely with senior leadership and trustees to support informed decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead financial strategy, management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting
Oversee financial controls, audits, and risk management
Ensure compliance with Charity Commission, HMRC & Companies House
Support funding proposals with financial modelling and cost analysis
Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external stakeholders

About You:

? Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA) with senior finance leadership experience (charity sector preferred)
? Strong knowledge of Charities SORP (FRS 102) and financial governance
? Proven ability to improve financial systems, reporting, and processes
? Skilled in financial modelling, risk management, and business planning
? A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, resilience, and adaptability

If you are immediately available and interested in this role, please apply online today, I woudl love to have a conversation with you!