Housing Officer Jobs in Greater London
Job Overview
- The Cherie Blair Foundation for Women is mid-way through delivering its Ready for Business 2023 - 2026 strategy. We are seeking to dramatically accelerate growth to achieve our target of reaching one million women entrepreneurs by the end of 2030.
- The Finance Director’s role is critical to the strategic and operational financial management of the charity. They will be part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), along with the CEO, COO, Director of External Engagement and Director of Programmes and Impact.
- The Board and CEO are looking for an experienced and qualified finance professional, with the ability to lead and shape the Foundation’s approach to financial planning and financial management, lead a financial improvement programme, and ensure the Foundation’s on-going financial sustainability.
Job Purpose
- To lead strategic and operational financial planning with responsibility for achieving and executing financial objectives, budgeting, investment opportunities and oversight of annual budget processes, including the annual audit.
- To provide strategic financial insight and be an effective business partner to guide organisational and departmental decision-making.
- To drive excellence and efficiency across Finance, strengthening and embedding the right financial systems and processes, integrated with other processes where relevant to enable the organisation to scale.
- To ensure robust financial control frameworks are embedded within the Organisation and to achieve financial compliance with all requirements from Companies House, Charity Commission, HMRC etc.
Key Responsibilities
The Finance Director will lead all finance processes and will have the following responsibilities:
- Working in partnership with the CEO and other members of the SLT to ensure robust and strategic financial management, effective and efficient controls, transaction processing and financial management reporting.
- Provide strategic financial insight and data to inform decision making and financial growth and sustainability of the organisation.
- Provide an excellent finance business partner service to the organisation, to shape and improve financial capability and capacity, improving visibility and rigour around forecasting income and expenditure.
- Lead and be accountable for reporting to the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (FARC).
- Lead on the preparation of statutory accounts, audit and tax requirements of the Foundation including returns to HMRC, Companies House and the Charity Commission.
- Co-ordinate the development and deployment of the annual budget, using zero-based budgeting techniques where relevant; and working with the COO to ensure alignment with yearly Operational Plans.
- Serve as an internal leader of the organisation: provide staff with a strong day-to-day leadership presence, and model a culture of performance, openness and accountability.
Strategic and Operational Financial Planning
- Lead on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, investment priorities and policy matters and keep the Board, CEO and SLT informed of all critical issues.
- Lead the development and production of financial management reports for the Board, SLT, budget holders and donors.
- Working closely with the CEO, COO and SLT, manage and mitigate financial risks in line with the Foundation’s risk register and strategic risk assessment.
- Lead on production of the annual statutory accounts, audit and filing of financial statements.
- Lead on treasury management including foreign exchange and cashflow, and maintain banking, payroll, and bookkeeping services.
- Ensure effective relationship management with auditors, and all other financial suppliers, representing the organisation externally, e.g. in banking negotiations.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute the annual budget and re-forecasting process; working with the COO to align planning and budgeting.
- Provide oversight of funders’ commitments, funding gaps and funding ratios to drive effective decision making.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of the Foundation’s strategic goals and objectives as well as the overall management of the organisation.
Financial Insight, Business Partnering & Financial Process Improvements
- Provide strategic financial insight to drive financial performance and effective decision making (e.g. overall financial ratios, programme costing models, RoI, Value for Money etc).
- Consider commercial opportunities to support the diversification of income streams and financial growth.
- Working as an effective business partner with key departments, support and build staff capability and capacity in financial management.
- Ensure the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation run efficiently and smoothly.
- Assess, streamline and improve financial processes including but not limited to invoicing and payments, supplier, partner management, cost recovery, expenses management, purchasing and/or procurement processes and the introduction of an internal audit function.
- Lead on system and technology requirements for financial systems in line with the overall technology roadmap.
Financial Control and Compliance
- Upgrade and implement an appropriate system of policies, internal controls, accounting standards, and procedures.
- Serve as the management liaison to the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (FARC); effectively communicate and present critical financial matters at Trustee and committee meetings.
- Advise on organisational legal issues; oversee legal contracting and partner due diligence, ensure due diligence on money flows, overseeing compliance with contract and donor reporting. Lead on the implementation and review of the Foundation’s reserves policy.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria: Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Qualified Accountant with executive level experience within (or with a good understanding of) the charity sector including experience of international payments.
Ability to cover all aspects of the organisation’s strategic and operational financial management needs.
Commercially astute with a good understanding of income generation and investment opportunities.
Ability to provide strategic financial data and insights for decision-making.
Experience working in a Board-facing role highlighting key issues and risks for a Board audience.
Excellent financial technical skills combined with knowledge of financial software including Quickbooks.
Good understanding of, and ability to advise fundraising and externally funded programme portfolio(s).
Proven ability to develop organisational level budgets and plans and the systems to monitor and manage progress against them.
Good business partnering skills; ability to understand Fundraising and Programme departmental needs and build staff’s financial capacity and capability.
Experience of driving improvements in financial processes.
Commitment to excellence with an exceptional work ethic and creating a high performance and accountable organisation.
Ability to negotiate and influence at strategic level with excellent people skills to build strong relationships internally and externally.
Experience of risk management and mitigation, and a good working knowledge of the regulatory environment for UK-registered charities working internationally.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience working with statutory and institutional donors and knowledge of donor reporting, compliance, and contract management issues.
- Strong commitment to the Foundation’s vision, mission, values, and goals with a passion for women’s economic empowerment.
- All applicants should already have the right to work in the UK. The Foundation does not offer sponsorship at this time..
- Deadline to apply is 5pm Thur 14th November
- First round of interviews: w/c 18th November
- Second round of interviews: 25th November
We work with partners to eliminate barriers to entrepreneurship for women, enabling global economic gender justice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
We’re looking for a case study officer to join our talented and ambitious press, PR and celebrity team.
The successful candidate will support all elements of the charity’s case study function including recruiting and engaging new individuals with the charity who are willing to share their personal experiences of breast cancer to support our work and managing and nurturing key relationships day-to-day so they have the best possible experience when supporting the charity.
A key element of the role will be supporting colleagues in the press, PR and celebrity team to identify and seize opportunities for case studies to share their experiences to raise awareness of breast cancer, Breast Cancer Now and how we’re here for anyone affected by this devastating disease.
You’ll will work with teams across the organisation to support them in sharing the voices of people affected by breast cancer through their work. Liaising closely with colleagues to understand where case study support is required, you’ll identify the people who, through sharing their personal experiences, can best support activities to deliver on charity objectives. Key to this will be gathering the relevant insight and identifying ways we can engage case studies with our work in a way that’s mutually beneficial.
About you
You’ll have a good understanding of issues impacting people affected by breast cancer. With this you’ll have an awareness of, sensitivity to and ability to adapt to their changing needs and circumstances and how this might impact their ability or wish to support the charity’s work.
When engaging individuals with sharing their story to support us, you’ll approach this work with professionalism, sensitivity and care at all times, being sure to identify opportunities bring about mutual benefit for both parties.
Handling sensitive information appropriately at all times is key to this role, and requires you to have a knowledge of GDPR regulations and a commitment to[VS3] following Breast Cancer Now’s compliance and confidentiality regulations. You’ll also be proficient in using CRM tools to store and record interactions and sensitive data relating to supporters.
A strong verbal and written communicator with high levels of organisation, you’ll be prompt in responding to supporters and colleagues appropriately and with clear and accurate information. You will also be a quick learner and work well as part of a fast-paced press, PR and celebrity team.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please email the Recruitment Team.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 26 November 2024
Interview date: Week commencing 2 December 2024
This is an excitign opportunity to lead our Youth Work programme and Day Centre provision at NHYC. This position is a six-month fixed-term contract to cover a staff member going on sabbatical. The contract is planned to run from February-August 2025. We are looking for someone who is able to maintain stable and consistent leadership for the team throughout that period, is a quick learner, and confident overseeing multiple programmes and activities. Given the short length of the contract, we encourage applications from those who may not have been in a more senior leadership position before and would like the opportunity to gain experience. It would also suit anyone with prior experience who is keen to work in a dynamic environment and is passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of young people facing homelessness.
- Fixed-term 6 month contract
- Salary £46,800 – £52,000
- Deadline: 9am Monday 2nd December
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The British Society for Immunology (BSI) is recruiting a Marketing & Communications Officer to deliver engaging communications to a variety of audiences to drive the reach and influence of the Society’s work.
This role is split equally between supporting activities of the BSI and those of our publishing portfolio. On the BSI side, you will support in the development and delivery our marketing and communications activity through a variety of channels. Activities can include promoting our membership offering to immunologists working in academia, industry and the clinical sector, promoting key activities such as our events or training offerings, and supporting initiatives to raise the importance and influence of immunology. On publishing, marketing activities will be focused on increasing submissions and readership of our official journals, Clinical & Experimental Immunology, Immunotherapy Advances and Discovery Immunology, in particular building the reputation of our newer Open Access journals.
This creative role is a fantastic opportunity for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills and a passion for science, who is looking to build their expertise and experience working on impactful marketing and communications projects in an innovative charity.
Please read the full job description to find out more about the role. The deadline for applications is Tuesday 3 December. Interviews will be held via Zoom on Thursday 12 and Monday 16 December.
This is a permanent role working 35 hours per 5-day week. However, the British Society for Immunology is currently participating in a 4-day week pilot, which sees staff work 32 hours over 4 days. This role will be eligible to opt in to participate in this pilot. The role is based remotely, with office space available in London two days a week. Occasional travel into London is required.
Driven by our values and behaviours, we are a high-performing, ambitious and forward-thinking organisation, who value teamwork and collaboration. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds who are inspired by our values and behaviours. If you have any questions, or if you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.
We request no contact from agencies. Due to the number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted after the application deadline.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
New Horizon Youth Centre (NHYC) runs London's only youth-specific emergency accommodation project in partnership with Depaul UK. The London Youth Hub, based in Islington, provides emergency accommodation and support to help young people facing rough sleeping to transition into safe, long-term housing and achieve independence. As an Assessment and Resettlement Worker for the Youth Hub you will be joining our new Rough Sleeping Team and be responsible for delivering high-quality move on and advice services to young people staying at the Hub. This includes conducting needs assessments, providing guidance on housing, welfare benefits, tenancy rights, and employment, and connecting young people to relevant resources and support services. The role involves managing a case list of clients with diverse and often complex needs and collaborating with both internal teams and external partners to ensure successful client move on options within the 56 days emergency stay.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Architecture charity, AzuKo is working to end housing poverty in Bangladesh and the UK. We’re looking for an individual who has experience in a multidisciplinary hands-on leadership role, within the charity sector.
- Role: Head of Operations (maternity cover)
- Location: Remote, UK
- Time: Part-time (2 days per week) for 6 months, with possibility of extension to 1 year
- Pay: £32,400 pro-rata
- Start date: December 2024/January 2025
ROLE OVERVIEW
The right candidate will have a strong focus on charity administration and development, financial stability, thinking creatively about opportunities for income, and be a passionate advocate for housing justice.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure AzuKo’s operations and programme delivery are implemented efficiently and effectively.
- Be responsible for overall financial health and administration of AzuKo.
- Ensure AzuKo fulfils its legal, statutory, and regulatory responsibilities.
- Monitor progress towards strategic goals, plans and budgets.
- Inspire and lead an effective remote team, with a common sense of purpose, division of responsibility, transparency, and accountability.
- Work with the Development Officer to drive fundraising (trusts and foundations, and individual giving), innovating approaches towards existing and new supporters, with regular reviews of fundraising pipeline.
- Maintain accurate and transparent records, and filing systems.
- Consult with the Chair and Treasurer, providing regular updates on finance/fundraising, and progress against annual plan.
- Foster good communication internally within AzuKo, and externally.
- Contribute to AzuKo storytelling.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable track record of operating at leadership level (CEO, or similar) within a small-medium size charity.
- Comprehensive understanding of UK charity administration, finance and regulatory responsibilities (e.g. Charity Commission).
- Experience of working strategically to source, secure and steward sustainable funding (grant income and individual giving) working within tight financial constraints.
- Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and processes, safety, and quality management.
- Comfortable with digital/remote working e.g. use of One Drive, Slack, Zoom.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel) and accounting software Xero.
- Excellent written and communication skills, able to articulate complex ideas in simple language.
- Passionate about the charity sector, and AzuKo’s cause.
Desirable
- Knowledge of housing issues/poverty, international development and/or women’s rights.
- Experience of securing and managing large multi-year grants for international development.
- Experience of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR
An individual passionate about the work we do, and the impact we have. While you’re with AzuKo, every ounce of effort you put in will help us improve living conditions for vulnerable communities. All team members share our values.
No candidate will meet every single requirement. If your experience looks a little different, and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to hear from you.
THE IMPACT OF THIS ROLE
We’re a growing charity. The hands-on role supports AzuKo to achieve its ambitious aims and fundraising targets. Our work prioritises disadvantaged individuals, families and communities facing housing poverty. Ultimately you’ll be contributing to the positive change AzuKo seeks to make in the world.
WHY WORK WITH AZUKO
It’s an opportunity to develop your leadership skills at an innovative and empathic charity. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of AzuKo, the charity sector, and nature of housing poverty globally.
AzuKo is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons. We value and respect all differences in people (seen and unseen).
AzuKo in not able to offer sponsorship. The successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have the right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Working hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
About the role
We are looking for a proactive, organised Tenant Admin and Merchandising Officer to join our Buildings and Guest Services team. In this role, you will handle tenant admin tasks, help develop and manage our merchandise and support the smooth running of our facilities. You will help ensure tenants have a great experience and our merchandise supports our values.
Responsibilities:
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Keep tenant records updated (agreements and service charges)
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Help manage tenant and service charges
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Track stock and reorder as needed, especially before events
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Support face-to-face sales at events and contribute to growing online sales
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Cover reception and answer general enquiries
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Help with with general facilities administration
For the full list of key responsibilities, please check the recruitment pack.
About you
You are a well-organised, approachable and enjoy working in a busy setting. Experience in facilities management, retail or merchandising and customer service would be beneficial. Your ability to work well with a variety of people will set you up for success in this role.
Requirements
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Background in a direct customer-facing role
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Effective organisational skills with experience handling administrative tasks
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Familiarity with facilities management and hospitality services
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Confidence in handling payments and stock
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Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Our culture and benefits
As a valued member of the team, you will be located in our stunning offices close to Borough Market. We offer a friendly; values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes:
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Agile and flexible working environment and free lunch onsite
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25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25 December to 1 January
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10% pension contribution after probation
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Enhanced wellbeing and family support
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Interest-free bike and season ticket loans after probation
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Tailored Learning and Development and study leave
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Affinity staff networks
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Life assurance and income protection schemes
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Lifestyle discounts
For a full list of the benefits we offer, please visit our careers site.
How to apply
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Closing date: 10.00 am on Monday 18 November 2024
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We encourage candidates to apply early and reserve the right to close the advert and appoint before the closing date.
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We will be interviewing candidates in the week commencing 25 November 2024.
We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women's healthcare and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. To find out more, please see our Diversity Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.
Please note: We are only accepting applicants with a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
About us
The organisation is a professional membership association dedicated to improving women’s health care across the world. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area, supporting 17,500 members in the UK and internationally.
We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness and trust at the centre of all we do.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About Us
Street Support Network is a small, impactful charity that helps over 30 locations in the UK in their responses to homelessness.
Lead organisations in these locations pay us to host and maintain a localised online directory of services and advice. This is where most of our income comes from.
We also work offline, connecting people in local areas to co-produce better solutions, facilitate conversations and co-ordinate action.
About the Role
This interim role will play a pivotal part in the future of the charity by leading the team and our network of local partnerships to support those experiencing, or at risk of experiencing homelessness.
This high-impact role requires an independent and strategic leader who can balance managing existing partnerships with identifying and cultivating new opportunities and exploring options for a sustainable future for the charity.
We anticipate this role is needed initially for a six- month period to complete an options appraisal for the future. A longer-term appointment is possible, depending on the outcome of the appraisal.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong initiative, leadership, and the ability to contribute to both short-term and long-term strategic goals.
As a very small team we are very values driven and not too formal. Everyone really cares about what we do and homelessness more generally.
About the Responsibilities
Manage existing SSN locations:
- Manage relationships with existing locations and strengthen engagement with them, ensuring they receive tailored support and we receive maximum income.
- Use our CRM system to track partnership engagement, including relationship status, history and payments. This will likely include engaging with partners regarding outstanding payments.
- Host and facilitate quarterly online network events to encourage collaboration amongst SSN locations. Support our locations with managing their data integrity. This will include recruiting and managing volunteers. Measure and report on impact using Theory of Change and other metrics, both internally and for our partners. Be responsive to enquiries from potential new partnerships.
Support the Street Support Network Team:
- Provide appropriate support and direction to the two team members.
- Host and lead regular team meetings to ensure communication, engagement and collaboration.
- Meet regularly with Chair of Trustees and Finance Advisor. Prepare Reports for Trustees and attend Trustee meetings to present advice and support actions agreed.
Income Maximisation and Fundraising:
- Work closely with our Finance Advisor to maximise fee income from existing SSN locations.
- Collaborate with our external fundraiser to identify additional funding opportunities and submit compelling grant applications to supplement fee income covering the charities’ core costs.
- Provide guidance to local partners on their fundraising initiatives and grant applications to meet their SSN fees.
Explore and present an options appraisal for the future of Street Support Network:
- Work with Trustees, team and external partners to explore options for the future of SSN to include options for expansion and development of new products and services or for consolidation.
- Collect evidence and undertake stakeholder consultation and provide written reports to Trustees to help with decision making.
- Develop action plans for taking strategy forward.
About You
Essential Requirements:
- Significant knowledge and experience of the homelessness and charitable sectors
- Strong leadership skills and ability to manage, lead and motivate a small dedicated team
- Experience of managing budgets, contributing to strategy development and charity governance
- Experience of working with a variety of stakeholders including local authorities and VCSE organisations.
- Confident working independently Clear and effective communication skills both written and verbal including report writing
- Able to regularly travel to Manchester for team meetings
Desirable Requirements:
- Experience in volunteer recruitment and the delivery of meaningful volunteer programmes
- Experience in fundraising and writing grant applications
- Experience of leading a small charity or social enterprise
- Lived experience of social disadvantage (e.g. homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse, offending and domestic violence and abuse)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
In 2017, we pioneered the UK's first interest-free loan programme specifically designed for refugees, offering a dignified and independent pathway to integration. This programme supports individuals by funding essential costs such as UK training, licensing, exams, certifications, housing, and family reunification. Our mission is to empower people to rebuild their lives and thrive in a safe environment.
Since 2017 we've lent over £2.5million with a repayment rate of over 98%.
Now we're on a mission to scale our impactful loan programme, and we're looking for an exceptional Financial Administrator to be part of our journey.
- Are you detail-oriented and passionate about numbers?
- Do you love helping people and making a difference?
- Enjoy picking up the phone and talking to people?
- Want to work remotely in a small, dynamic team with a big impact?
About the Role:
As our Finance Administrator, you'll play a key role in managing loan applications and ensuring smooth financial processes. This full or part-time, flexible position allows for remote work, with very occasional meetings in London.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the full loan lifecycle, from initial application to repayment.
- Maintaining accurate records in our CRM and lending software.
- Providing clear communication and support to clients throughout the loan process.
- Collaborating across the team and with our partners, Moneyline, to ensure a seamless client journey.
- Keeping databases up to date and ensuring all documentation is organised.
What We're Looking For:
- Significant administration experience, ideally in finance or loan administration.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong numeracy, and excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Salesforce and HES programs is a plus.
- Self-motivated, highly organised, and capable of managing multiple tasks independently.
Why Join RefuAid?
Work in a supportive, inclusive environment where your efforts will have a tangible impact on the lives of refugees. We offer a flexible working schedule and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a cause you can be proud of.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you ready for a rewarding opportunity to apply your governance expertise working for a charity which makes a real difference to people experiencing homelessness?
We are looking for someone to join the St Mungo’s Governance team to play a key role in assisting the Head of Risk, Governance and Reporting to support Trustees and the Executive team in fulfilling their governance, compliance and best practice responsibilities for the charity.
In the role of Governance Officer, you will:
- Ensure Board and Committee meetings are properly organised and managed, with particular responsibility for St Mungo’s committee structure.
- Ensure a range of regulatory activities are completed to a high standard and on time.
- Provide advice on governance matters to enable trustees and staff to meet their governance responsibilities.
- Be responsible for coordinating the internal audit programme.
- Contribute to the development of a robust range of governance policies.
In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations.
About you
This role will suit someone who is a governance professional, with experience working within a charity, housing association or related sectors. You may be looking to take the next step in your career or looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and experience working for a leading homelessness charity. Either way, if you can demonstrate the below, we encourage you to apply.
You will have the ability to initiate and maintain positive and effective working relationships with others, have excellent attention to detail and the ability to present complex information in a concise and easy to understand way. The ability to plan and work methodically to manage projects and multiple priorities within tight deadlines is also essential.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10am on 20 November 2024
Interview and assessments on: 5 December 2024
St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Great Pay and Other Benefits
Location: London
Salary: Circa £105,000 + Attractive Benefits
Deadline for Applications: [9th December]
The Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF), one of the UK's largest grant-making charities, is seeking a Group Finance Director to lead its financial operations. Funded entirely by Freemasons and their families, MCF’s mission is to build better lives by supporting individuals and communities in the areas of healthcare, education, and independence. Since its establishment in 2016, MCF has awarded over £150m in grants, impacting the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.
The new Group Finance Director will play a crucial role in overseeing MCF’s financial strategy, ensuring the charity’s long-term viability, and managing assets in excess of £400M. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a skilled financial team and contribute to strategic decisions that impact MCF’s operations and charitable work.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Financial Leadership: Advising the Chief Executive and Board on financial strategy, ensuring comprehensive financial planning, accurate reporting, and compliance.
- Investment Management: Developing and managing MCF’s investment strategy, ensuring financial sustainability and growth.
- Relief Chest Operation: Overseeing the management of the Relief Chest, a key operation that handles charitable donations from Masonic units across the country.
- Team Leadership: Leading and developing the finance team, ensuring a high standard of financial management and operational efficiency.
- Board and Committee Engagement: Providing financial insight and reporting to the Finance Committee, Audit and Risk Committee, and Board of Trustees.
Experience and Skills
The successful candidate must be a professionally qualified accountant with significant post-qualification experience and a proven track record of contributing to financial strategy and decision-making at Board level, (ideally in the charity or not-for-profit sector). You will have robust Financial Management skills, experienced in overseeing financial operations within an SME organisation, balancing financial operations with a strategic outlook and the leadership skills to manage, inspire and influence your team and colleagues, promoting a culture of excellence and accountability. The post-holder will be an exceptional communicator, astute decision maker and capable of inspiring transformation in an organisation undergoing exciting change.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£105,000)
- 30 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Generous pension scheme
- Life assurance and employee assistance programme
- Professional membership subscriptions and support for ongoing development
Why Join MCF?
The Masonic Charitable Foundation is a key player in improving lives and communities across the UK. By leading the financial direction of MCF, the Group Finance Director will be at the heart of an organisation dedicated to making a positive difference. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the charity's future and drive its strategic objectives forward.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV along with a supporting statement (2-3 pages)
Timeline
Application Deadline: 9th December
Shortlist: 8th January
1st Stage Interviews: 13th and 14th January (London Office)
2nd Stage: w/c 20th January (London Office)
This role sits within the Community Education and Training team, working to support our learners to access, complete and progress through our wide range of adult learning provision. The main focus will be on providing additional support for learners who need wrap-around support relating to a range of additional personal and educational needs. This could include welfare, personal and family support and wider mental health and wellbeing support or additional learning needs such as dyslexia, ADHD, literacy support and other needs.
You will work with the team to implement strategies and support plans for individuals to aid learning and enhance educational experience. You will support the team’s administrator to monitor learner’s attendance, contacting them via phone, email or arranging a meeting in person where pastoral support is needed.
You will work with our Adult Safeguarding Lead to support safeguarding cases across our departments, including keeping safeguarding records, making referrals and building a database of local support services available to learners and other service users.
We are looking for a dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting learners to ensure they have the best opportunity to thrive on their learning journey.
You will also support wider functions in the team such as contributing to the organisation of our termly learners’ forum to celebrate achievement and attending events in the community to publicise our work.
The successful applicant will have experience of working with vulnerable individuals or groups, be committed to safeguarding, have excellent administration skills, be flexible and excited about being at the heart of a busy team and committed to providing an excellent service to High Trees’ users.
Benefits of working at High Trees
- 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years’ service (capped at an additional 8 days)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years’ service
- Save money off a new bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
- Up to 7% contribution to the staff pension scheme
- 24/7 Employee Support Line
- Clear pay structure with yearly increments (based on performance)
- Annual staff away day
- Premium eye-care vouchers through Specsavers and season ticket loans
Connecting with people and communities to strengthen skills and build stronger voices.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with demonstrable research and development experience to play a key role supporting the delivery of our Diocesan strategy, Southwark Vision 2024-2035, Christ Centred Outward Focused. As a result of a successful application for funding from the national church, the Diocese of Southwark has launched the Southwark Diocesan Investment Programme (DIP) - a multifaceted, integrated and transformational programme designed to help resource and implement Southwark Vision and further mission, ministry and growth in parishes across the Diocese.
The DIP Research and Development Officer will be a member of the Diocesan Strategic Development Unit working specifically on researching and developing different workstreams for this exciting new progamme as it starts and also contribute to the existing strategic development funded projects coordinated through the Strategic Development Unit.
About you
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to work, with a willingness to learn new methodologies or techniques.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical research practices and maintaining confidentiality.
- Proficient in data analysis, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and produce clear findings.
A good understanding of the structure, breadth and dynamics of the Church of England will be important, along with the desire to serve our churches and support a fruitful future.
Are you interested in applying? Please view the Job Information Pack for full and further details about the role, including shortlisting and interview dates.
About us
The Diocese of Southwark is one of the 42 dioceses of the Church of England, created in 1905 from part of the ancient Diocese of Rochester. The Diocese covers South London and East Surrey, is one of the largest Dioceses in the Church of England and the most diverse, and is divided into three episcopal areas: Croydon, Kingston, and Woolwich. It has the London home of the Archbishop of Canterbury and has the centre of the Church of England in the diocese, Lambeth Palace. Today the Diocese ministers to nearly three million people over an area of 317 square miles through its 293 parishes and 105 church schools, educating more 37,000 young people. The churches offer welcome, care and dignity to their parishes, supporting those in education, hospitals and prisons, and pioneering communities seeking to reach out and serve in new ways.
Equal Opportunities
The Diocese has a strong commitment to equal opportunities and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, nationality, age, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Its employees are expected to abide by the Equal Opportunities Policy which embodies these principles.
Welcome to the Diocese of Southwark, where we seek to be Christ Centered Outward Focused in all we do.
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Join Age UK Bromley & Greenwich as a Generalist Adviser and Make a Difference in Later Life!
Are you passionate about supporting older people and ready to play a vital role in the community? Age UK Bromley & Greenwich is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled Information & Advice Generalist Adviser to join our team. In this role, you’ll provide essential guidance to older adults and their families, empowering them to make informed decisions about welfare benefits, care options, and legal matters.
As part of our team, you’ll support older adults in navigating sometimes complex systems, helping them live with dignity, confidence, and independence. This role is based in our Bromley office, with occasional travel across Bromley and Greenwich for community outreach.
About the Role:
The Information & Advice Generalist Adviser provides rights-based advice to clients, helping them understand and access services, entitlements, and benefits. Working closely with our team of volunteer advisers, you’ll be a valued source of expertise, conducting benefits checks, assisting with claims, and providing guidance on a range of issues that affect older adults. You’ll also take part in outreach activities, collaborating with partner agencies and representing Age UK Bromley & Greenwich in community events.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide accurate, accessible advice on welfare benefits, care provision, housing options, legal issues (such as Lasting Power of Attorney), and more.
- Conduct benefits assessments, support claims processes, and advocate for clients in appeals.
- Perform rights-based casework, including helping clients with complaints and making representations as needed.
- Maintain detailed, up-to-date client records in our case management system.
- Collaborate with volunteer advisers, providing training, support, and guidance to ensure consistent service quality.
- Conduct outreach and participate in community events across Bromley and Greenwich to expand our reach.
- Work closely with colleagues and external partners to facilitate client referrals and deliver joined-up support.
- Stay informed of relevant laws, policies, and local services to offer the most current and effective advice.
About You:
We are looking for a compassionate, organised individual who understands the challenges faced by older people and is eager to support them. To succeed in this role, you’ll need experience in a rights-based advice setting, knowledge of issues affecting older adults, and strong communication skills to engage effectively with a wide range of people. Empathy, patience, and a commitment to equality and diversity are essential to provide our clients with the respectful, understanding service they deserve.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience in providing rights-based advice, ideally related to welfare and support for older people.
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills, with a methodical approach and attention to detail.
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with client databases.
- Ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Willingness to travel across Bromley and Greenwich as required.
- Commitment to Age UK Bromley & Greenwich’s values of equality, respect, and creativity.
Why Work With Us?
Joining Age UK Bromley & Greenwich means joining a supportive, mission-driven organisation that has been dedicated to the well-being of older adults for over 50 years. We are a close-knit team, where each member’s work is valued, and everyone has the chance to make a positive, tangible impact in our community. As a Generalist Adviser, you’ll be part of a dynamic, client-focused environment that prioritises flexibility, professional development, and meaningful work.
We offer 27 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), a competitive pension scheme, an employee assistance programme, and the potential for hybrid working arrangements, allowing for work-life balance.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re a compassionate, organised individual with a commitment to supporting older adults, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join us in making Bromley and Greenwich a place where everyone can enjoy later life to the fullest.
Apply now to be part of our team transforming later life across Bromley and Greenwich.
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Are you an outstanding Public Affairs Manager? Would you love to create positive impact for people experiencing homelessness? Prospectus are excited to be working exclusively with a well-known homelessness charity to find their new Public Affairs Manager. The organisation is a charity based in the United Kingdom that provides accommodation and support to homeless people aged 16-25.
This role is available on a permanent contract and full-time basis. The salary band is £44,500-£52,785 and is also available on a hybrid basis, where the postholder will attend the London office two days a week.
In this Public Affairs Manager role, you will work with a super talented and passionate research and policy team and manage a team of fully engaged officers. This role offers the right person a career opportunity that you can always be proud of.
You will design and deliver the organisation's public affairs strategy. You will identify and keep up to date with key political issues affecting young people across housing, support and Parliament legislation. You will represent the charity at external meetings, conferences and events, presenting the organisation's public affairs objectives. You will also develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders and internal colleagues.
To be considered for this role, you will have experience in public affairs and/or politics. You will have experience of influencing change at a local or national government level. You will have experience in management and leading a team. You will have detailed knowledge and understanding of parliamentary and legislative processes. You will have a knowledge of structures of government and experience of analysing, interpreting and developing social policy,
You will be a strong relationship builder. Creating effective stakeholder relationships internally and taking the charity's vision externally to make the world without youth homelessness a reality. You will have the ability to construct reports and strong time management capabilities.
Have you got this? If so, reach out to us and email George at Prospectus to discuss further and to receive the full job pack.
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