Individual Grants Manager

Could you provide compassionate support to individuals, and their families, experiencing challenging circumstances?

Do you have strong technical knowledge of UK welfare benefits and of matters relating to health, social care and housing provision, with the ability to empower people to move forward in their lives?

The Insurance Charities has been serving those working in insurance since 1902, delivering life changing support for past and present insurance employees and their families facing challenging circumstances. They are now looking for an experienced Individual Grants Manager to join them as they embark on a period for growth and development.

You will be passionate about delivering support and innovative solutions to create better futures for people who have served the insurance industry, and can demonstrate

• Strong experience in a similar role, including at least two years line management.
• Technical knowledge of UK welfare benefits and working knowledge of matters relating to health, social care and housing provision.
• The ability to manage challenging caseloads, plan and prioritise your work and that of your team, and be able to work on your own initiative as well as be a supportive team member.
• The ability to assess information and applications for support with compassion and demonstrate a creative approach to ensure the vision and mission for the charity is realised.
• Effective leadership, encouraging professional development, implementing best practice across the team to ensure efficient and effective operational delivery which is regulatory compliant. 

We are looking for someone who is person centred and confident in the delivery of holistic services that empower people to move forward in their lives, can assess the operational impact of regulations and policies and who has a good understanding of safeguarding, risk and needs assessments and their delivery.

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.

Location: London – flexible 1 day home working

Closing date: 5th November 2024.  Please note that if a suitable candidate is found the role will close early, so please apply without delay.