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Director of Strategic Relationships and Major Philanthropy

Help make a difference to people living with a life-limiting illness

Location: Warwick or Coventry with hybrid working (1-2dpw from home)

Salary: c£80,000 per annum

Closing Date: Monday 7th April 2025

Interviews late April

The Myton Hospices is a much-loved and well supported charity on a transformative path, evolving how we develop our relationships with high value partners, supporters and our local community. This critical activity will enable us to provide exceptional specialist care and support for more people who have a life-limiting illness, from the point of diagnosis to end of life.

 This newly created, pivotal role offers a career defining opportunity to drive strategies to secure strategic partnerships that have the potential to generate transformative income. As our Director of Strategic Relationships and Major Philanthropy, you will have scope to innovate and shape The Myton Hospices’ high value and high impact partnership engagement, driving change and advocacy as well as income.
 

About the role

You will lead a team of 8 fundraisers (3 direct reports), with plans to secure an additional £2 million over the next 3 years, through your focus on corporate, trusts and foundations, major donors, and legacies; areas which all have significant potential for growth. 

Your role will require:

• Visionary, Strategic leadership to develop and deliver long term, sustainable strategies for philanthropy and pivotal relationships, securing significant voluntary income that will help Myton to sustainably achieve our vision to reach and support more people across Coventry and Warwickshire with life limiting illnesses
• Inspirational team development & leadership to grow an ambitious, collaborative and innovative directorate with the capabilities to develop increasing funding opportunities
• Broad cross-organisational engagement including with other directors to identify market trends, develop campaigns and initiatives and optimise opportunities to generate maximum long-term value from supporter partnerships.

About you

• An innovative change-agent with proven skills in developing high level fundraising and leading strategic projects
• A motivational leader who develops high performing teams, sets clear direction and strategic vision
• Core negotiating, influencing and long-term supporter relationship development and business prospect research skills 
• Skilled in using, developing and implementing performance metrics and income analysis

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace and encourage everyone to bring their true selves to work. However you identify, and whatever background you bring with you, we welcome you to apply. If there are any adjustments that would help improve your experience with Myton, we encourage you to share this with us. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and from ethnic minorities, who are currently under-represented in our organisation.

Benefits of working at The Myton Hospices

Myton is an amazing place to work, where the role every person plays has a positive impact for our patients, living with terminal illnesses, and their families. We also offer a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 10% employer pension contribution
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with long service
• Death in service benefit
• Additional leave purchasing option
• Winter savings scheme
• Discount schemes including Blue Light Card
• Discounted on site electric vehicle charging
• Free Parking at our Hospices
• Dedicated wellbeing team & mental health first aiders
• Colleague Support Service: confidential financial, legal & mental health support
• Free feminine hygiene products
• 24/7 GP access

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

• Management Accountant
• London/Flexible hybrid - 1 day per week in the office
• £50,000
• P/Q or Finalist considered

We are working with a leading University who are boldly diversifying their income and rapidly expanding their portfolio. They have quadrupled in size over the last 4 years and enviably go from strength to strength - no mean feat in the current HE climate.

The purpose of the role is to manage all aspects of the monthly reporting, forecasting and budgeting processes for your own portfolio of budget holder. This role offers a really diverse mix of work across academics, income generation and academic support services.

Summary of key responsibilities:

• Be a critical friend and Finance Business Partner budget holders through monthly budget review, forecast, annual budget and year-end processes
• Partner budget holders in setting up new initiatives such as new courses, staff recruitment, research grants etc
• Complete month end cycle, from month close to budget holders meetings and commentaries for own area, assisting the Senior Management Accountant where needed
• Assist with external reporting requirements as needed
• Work with non-Finance teams on financial tasks and projects such as capital projects, course development, cost modelling and long-term financial planning

In order to be successful we are looking for;

• Actively studying or formally qualified (ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CIPFA)
• Able to lead on detailed management accounts, including monthly reports, forecasts and budgets
• Excellent communication skills, confidence to partner with budget holders at all levels, challenging and training them accordingly
• Proven agility of mind, solving issues in a fast-moving environment
• Ideally you will already be working in a University however, we welcome applications from the wider charity/NfP, public sector

Operations Director - North Scotland
Reference: FEB20259974
Location: RSPB Scotland – Inverness
Salary: £70,490.00 - £75,257.00 Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Pension scheme (7%), Life Assurance scheme, 26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)

What must be one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs in Nature Conservation in the UK is about to become vacant. Nature is in crisis, and we have a climate emergency. As Operational Director of the RSPB's delivery programme in North Scotland, you will be uniquely placed to make a positive contribution to these twin crises. Do you have the exceptional leadership skills to take action for nature and lead our brilliant operational teams in North Scotland?

What's the role about?

As part of the Scotland Leadership Team, the North Scotland Operations Director leads the RSPB’s place-based delivery, primarily across our nature reserves and within the RSPB’s Priority Landscapes where we are working to influence and support others to restore nature and inspire communities within some of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes.

This is a role for an exceptional director, with a team of approximately 150 staff and 500 volunteers, significant budget (£5M+), land based commercial operations, major project and risk accountability, and responsibility for restoring some of Scotland’s most threatened species & habitats.

The role covers four large Operational Areas which comprise the RSPB’s North Scotland Region, including the organisation's two largest nature reserves. The Operations Director line manages 4 Area Managers in the following operational areas:

1. Shetland & Northeast Scotland;
2. Orkney;
3. North Highland and Outer Hebrides, and
4. South Highland.

Other line reports are the Senior Programme Manager for the Scotland Peatland Programme, and the Inverness Office Manager.

Alongside the Operational Director role, the post holder also has overall responsibility for some of the RSPB’s largest and most high-profile projects and programmes, including the Orkney Native Wildlife project, the Scotland Peatland Programme, and Cairngorms Connect.

We’re looking for a talented director with experience of managing a diverse and dispersed operational portfolio. You’ll be someone who can build strong collaborations (both internally & externally), and you’ll be comfortable representing the RSPB to a range of audiences, from community groups to public agency executives and leaders alongside politicians and Government Ministers.

You should be confident to make decisions and be able to balance risk and opportunity. An understanding of - and an ability to operate within - governance, finance and risk frameworks is also a key part of the role. A background in nature conservation isn’t necessary, but you’ll be passionate about our mission and joining the movement to end the nature & climate emergency.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Educated to degree level or relevant high-level experience to effectively communicate complex messages and use management information to undertake responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the RSPB and its mission
• Visible, inspiring and effective leadership of own Operational Team, engaging and motivating staff and volunteers at all levels (reserves, sites, project, specialist and area teams)
• Proven leadership and people management skills, able to develop team members for high performance and build a positive culture across geographically dispersed teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present, influence and represent the organisation
• Collaboration skills to build relationships, navigate politics and manage conflicts
• Business management skills to understand strategy, business functions and decision-making
• Financial acumen to manage budgets, forecasting, understand financial statements and understand and use business metrics
• Proven ability to influence others, build partnerships and negotiate at a senior level

Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

• Team management and development of geographically dispersed teams
• Knowledge of the geography, socio-economic, organisational landscape and political context of the Highlands & Islands of Scotland
• Experience of land management/nature reserve management

Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 4th May 2025
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from w/c 26th May 2025.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

No agencies please.

Our client, a Performing Arts organisation, are looking to recruit into the position of Head of IT. This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the data and systems team while  ensuring that all parts of the Sadler’s Wells IT infrastructure run smoothly and securely, using it to improve processes and efficiency.

The post reports to the Director of Finance and Business Performance and is part of the Senior Management Team. With the upcoming growth of our organisation the role will develop with the postholder.

Key strategic and operational accountabilities:

· Strategic planning and leadership of the service

· Contract and account management internally and with key partners

· Cyber security, compliance and privacy

· Process improvements and automation

· Data control and insight

· Project, service desk and change management

Skills and Experience:

• Relevant IT qualification or equivalent experience in IT governance.
• Ability to be ‘on call’ for emergencies and business continuity recovery
• Experience of managing risk and Cyber security.
• Experienced IT leader, with a customer focused approach.
• Experience of public, private and hybrid cloud environments.
• Results-driven with a proven track record of high achievement through data and systems teams.
• Demonstrable experience in project management, driving organisation-wide initiatives, through collaboration.
• Demonstrable experience of developing, implementing and managing a risk-based approach to security and compliance, including risk, security and governance frameworks.
• Experience of using and developing an Information Security Management System.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Strong strategic planning skills with the ability to translate business needs to data and systems solutions.
• Ability to lead and monitor several projects concurrently.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with ability to articulate messages to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience of procurement to achieve best value for the organisation.
• Ability to respond to changing circumstances.
• Well-developed change management skills with the ability of understand the strategic “big picture” and set a clear direction.
• Ability to translate ideas into effective action speedily and within a finite budget.
• Ability to work collaboratively and bring teams together into a cohesive and effective unit.
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Convincing presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Must currently hold the right to work in the United Kingdom

Additional

• Experience for school network requirements
• Relevant project management qualification or equivalent

This role is Hybrid (3 days pw) and experience within Performing Arts would be advantageous.

Our client,  a Performing Arts organisation, are looking for a Systems Administrator.  This role is brand new for the the company.

The system administrator role is responsible for managing and maintaining the server and network infrastructure, ensuring system reliability, security, and performance. The role involves administering Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and Microsoft Azure services alongside local and cloud-based network devices. This includes supporting IT operations and also projects developing systems and services to support the Sadler’s Wells group. The post reports to the Head of IT.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing expert-level technical support
  Including design, troubleshooting, and architecture skills in support of Sadler’s Wells and their systems.
  
  
• Manage, configure, and maintain Windows Server
  Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server operating systems and the virtualised server infrastructure on-premise and in the cloud, including SaaS, PaaS and IaaS solutions. Monitor and optimize server performance and resource utilization and troubleshoot system-related issues and failures.
• Administer and maintain Active Directory (AD), Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and other Windows-related services.
  Create and manage AD user accounts, groups, and security policies and implement and enforce Group Policy settings to manage user and device configurations.
• Implement and manage Microsoft Azure services, including virtual machines, Azure AD, and hybrid cloud integrations.
  To manage Azure Virtual Machines and cloud-based workloads and integrations with cloud-based solutions. To administer Azure Active Directory for identity and access management and associated MFA and privileged access management security solutions. Integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure and other federated services in a secure and resilient manner.
• Proactively maintain systems, including security updates, patches, system backups and agreed business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements.
  Ensure timely application of security updates and system patches, perform regular system and data backups to prevent data loss, and implement disaster recovery procedures to minimize downtime and the loss of availability to systems, services, and information. Proactively monitoring capacity and planning solutions to meet the changing demands of the business.
• To develop automation and insight solutions driving efficiency for Sadler’s Wells.
  Developing the organisation’s efficiency and use of data to drive informed decisions. Leading on the implementation of Microsoft solutions such as power automate an power BI / Microsoft Fabric.
• Maximising the investment in existing solutions
  Driving value from the existing services and licenses in place, including the Microsoft E3 license.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements and privacy
  To proactively implement and develop security best practices to protect IT infrastructure. Performing  audits and vulnerability assessments to ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies. Maintain system logs and documentation for compliance reporting. Supporting the groups PCI-DSS and GDPR compliance.
• Leading on the implementation and management of CyberSecurity controls
  Including compliance and a standards-based approach to systems implementation and management. Working to develop and maintain the CyberSecurity documentation, including appropriate procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Providing support for escalated IT issues
  Assisting the end user computing team in resolving complex technical issues, helping to develop the skills and abilities of other team members, working collaboratively within the team, with other parts of the organisation and with vendors and external support teams as needed.
• Working flexibly, outside of core hours and as part of a support rota as required
  Providing incident response, business continuity and disaster recovery support as part of the on-call rota. Working as needed to provide proactive maintenance at dates and times that minimise disruption to Sadler’s Wells business operations.
• Develop and maintain system documentation.
  Create detailed documentation for system configurations and processes. Maintain up-to-date records of IT assets and configurations. Participate in change and configuration management processes. Developing knowledge base articles and training materials for other colleagues and members of the data and systems team IT staff.

Skills and Experience

 

Essential

• Experience as a System Administrator or similar role.
• Networking skills at a level commensurate with a Cisco CCNP and System support skills equivalent to an MCSE.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server OS (2016/2019/2022).
• Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and related services.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, including Azure AD and virtual machines.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and Power Automate.
• Understanding of networking systems, including TCP/IP, routers, firewalls, and VPNs.
• Experience of supporting identity and access management solutions.
• Knowledge of backup solutions, disaster recovery, and high-availability configurations.
• Familiarity with security best practices and compliance frameworks, including PCI-DSS and GDPR.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to translate ideas into effective action speedily and within a finite budget.
• Ability to work collaboratively and bring teams together into a cohesive and effective unit.
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Convincing presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to negotiate with a broad range of stakeholders.
• A strong empathy with Sadler’s Wells’ values, mission and objectives
• Must currently hold the right to work in the United Kingdom

Additional

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, MCSA, or MCSE.
• Experience with virtualization technologies like VMware or Hyper-V.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration and integration.
• Experience with Endpoint Management tools (e.g., SCCM, Intune).
• Relevant project management qualification or equivalent
• Sectoral experience is desirable though not essential

 

 

Please note that this role requires someone who can be on-site 3 days per week.  Experience within the Arts is highly desirable.

Eden Brown is delighted to be partnering with an incredible Arts organisation who bring World Class ballet to a wide audience throughout the UK to recruit them a Head of Trusts and Corporates on a 12 moth Fixed term contract. This organisation brings dance to different communities and people of all ages. About the Role You will be responsible for working on the development of a fundraising strategy for grant-making Trusts and Foundations, corporate partners, and statutory bodies for projects of strategic importance as well as identifying major prospects and the pursuit of these, with a view to raise considerable financial support, working to agreed targets. As Head of Trusts and Corporates you will -Support the Senior Grants Manager to deliver the trusts fundraising strategy for 2025/26 and be accountable for its further development in future years. - Gain an in-depth understanding of current corporate partnerships and patronages at the organisation and identify areas for growth, through the deliver of the corporate memberships programme. - Support the Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager to review and deliver the existing strategy for the Corporate Business Unit and be accountable for the programme's pipeline development, for the future. - Work closely with the Head of Major Gifts, Senior Memberships and Legacies Lead to ensure that their strategies are aligned and compliment the trusts and corporate strategies. - With support from the Director of Development, have strategic oversight for the corporate and trusts strategies to ensure equitable stewardship and cultivation opportunities are available. About You You must have had Experience of working with both trusts and corporates in a fundraising environment, with a track record of securing six- and seven-figure support. * Experience and a successful track record of securing substantial sponsorship and funding from the corporate sector, charitable bodies, and private sector/public sector organisations. * Experience of working with Trusts and Foundations or of writing detailed reports and proposal, to secure funding support * Proven experience of managing teams in a fundraising department, supporting their professional development and providing inspiring and supportive leadership * Track record of growing income and pipeline development in the performing arts, cultural, higher education or third sector, in the UK. This role is Hybrid in the London office with some home working available. To hear more about this incredible opportunity please call Laura Iliff on 07442607841. Please note that applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

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I’m looking to speak to a passionate strategic marketer, with multi-channel marketing experience who is keen to join a leading global children’s charity committed to ending the education crisis, as their Senior Brand Manager. If you have experience working for an international development charity, or experience delivering global marcoms campaigns, I’d love to hear from you.

The Senior Brand Manager is a newly created role in the charity’s growing communications team and has a primary role in helping raise awareness of the charity’s brand in the UK and US for their global project work and campaigning. You will lead a team of 3 and manage external agencies across owned and earned activities, including, but not limited to: media and public relations, social media, digital content, influencer marketing, and our owned channels.

Your experience:

• Significant experience in strategic planning
• Multi-channel marketing- confidently manage diverse marketing and communications channels to reach and engage their audience with an emphasis on owned and earned channels – understanding the requirements of each to work effectively and how they best fit with their paid strategies.
• Leadership- an organised an inspiring manager
• Brand guardian and innovation- help to establish a brand refresh for 2025
• Previous experience working for a global charity or non-profit organisation is essential.

You will join a forward-thinking employer! The whole charity works 4 days a week, with Friday’s off.

• Hybrid- 1 day in the London office, 3 days working from home.
• 4 day working week Monday-Thursday.
• Salary £60,000

Please apply ASAP, applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is successfully filled.

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

Prospectus are excited to be working with an emergency relief charity to help them recruit for a Legacy Marketing Manager to join their team. This organisation provides life-saving emergency relief and longer-term medical care to some of the most vulnerable and excluded communities around the world. As an independent medical humanitarian organisation, they deliver care based only on need, regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion or political affiliation.

   

This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis with a salary of £51,577.05 per annum and the postholder will be working in a hybrid model from their offices in London.

The Legacy Marketing Manager will lead the marketing strategy and implementation for new legacy donors, and to retain those who have already pledged. You will be delivering the development and delivery of marketing activity across multiple traditional and digital channels (including digital, radio, DM, Events) from inception to evaluation, as well as testing new channels.

They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of Marketing to a Legacy / Gift in Wills audience and/or donor base. The ideal candidate will have solid experience managing marketing activity from concept, planning, design, print, production and postage.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Flora Cunningham at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.   

• £90,000 + bonus + excellent benefits
• London 1 day PW
• 12 months FTC possibility for perm
• Start Mid May

Morgan Law are seeking a Head of Finance on a 12 month FTC basis for a regulator in London. The role will lead the small but highly experienced team, and be the most qualified finance person in the organisation. In addition to finance, the role will have responsibility for wider corporate services including IT (outsourced) and Procurement. Fantastic values centric culture with ambitious Board.

Excellent benefits include bonus, 33 days holiday, life insurance, 12% non contributory pension scheme.

Extremely flexible working pattern and c1 day per week in the office required.

Accountabilities

• Management of the core corporate services such as finance, payroll, the outsourced IT contract and procurement
• Management of the annual report and accounts process and the annual external audit
• Preparation of the annual budget and quarterly forecasts including budget variation submissions
• Preparation of the monthly accounts and finance papers for the Board
• Is a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
• Management of the Finance Manager, Project Manager, Finance and IT Associate and other support staff
• Management and development of the existing financial systems, processes and the internal control framework to ensure data and transactions are processed efficiently, accurately and securely

Experience

• An accounting qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or similar PQE with comprehensive experience in management and budgetary reporting
• Public sector finance experience is essential, public NDPB/ALB specific experience would be preferable
• Extensive experience of working with boards and sub committees (e.g. Audit and Risk Assurance Committees
• Experience of writing papers for the SLT, the board and sub committees
• Experience of managing outsourced contracts
• Advanced Excel and accounting system skills

Salary: £45,000–£55,000 (depending on experience)
Working Pattern: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Location: Remote but potential hybrid working (some travel and occasional evening and weekend work required)
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus bank holidays
Closing Date: Sunday 13th April 2025
Start Date: As soon as possible from Tuesday 6 May 2025
 
The Tolkien Society is seeking an exceptional candidate with strong leadership experience to become its first Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
 
As CEO, you will consolidate and build on recent growth while ensuring the charity delivers its objectives to advance education and promote research into the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien.
 
You will act as the public face of the charity, work with and advise the board of trustees in relation to the Society’s activities, and oversee the management and administration of the charity.
 
About The Tolkien Society

The Tolkien Society is an educational charity that promotes the life and works of writer and academic J.R.R. Tolkien, best-known as the author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. It was founded as a fan club in 1969 and became a registered charity in 1977. Since then it has grown considerably and is about to become a charitable incorporated organisation. Until now run entirely by volunteers, it is looking to enter a new phase of growth as it hires its first staff.
 
Main Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will be to:

• provide strategic leadership to achieve the Society’s objectives;
• oversee the charity’s day-to-day operations;
• develop and implement a cohesive membership expansion and retention strategy;
• establish new income streams to ensure sustainable growth;
• improve and maintain good corporate governance;
• ensure the charity complies with relevant regulatory and legal obligations;
• manage budgets, financial planning and reporting to ensure strong financial health;
• represent the Society in public engagements, the media, and external partnerships;
• lead and support staff and volunteers, ensuring a positive and effective working environment; and
• foster strong relationships with trustees, members, volunteers and other key stakeholders.

 
We are looking for a candidate who can hit the ground running, so knowledge of the life and works of J.R.R. Tolkien and familiarity with The Tolkien Society are essential.
 
Please download the job description and person specification for full role responsibilities and criteria.
 
Application Process

Please upload your CV and covering letter to our online portal via the ‘Apply Now’ button.
 
Your covering letter should include in no more than two pages of size 12 font:

• why you would like to work for The Tolkien Society;
• how you meet the requirements set out in the job description;
• an overview of your knowledge of J.R.R. Tolkien’s life and works, and your experience with The Tolkien Society; and
• a brief outline of your vision for The Tolkien Society over the next five years.

 
Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
 
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview in the week beginning Monday 28 April 2025.
 
N.B. You must have the right to work in the UK which we will request at application and interview stage.
 
Data Protection Notice

Your personal data will be stored securely and processed only for recruitment purposes. It will be retained for up to six months after the recruitment process concludes, after which it will be permanently deleted.

The Tolkien Society is an educational charity that promotes the life and works of writer and academic J.R.R. Tolkien, best-known as the author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. It was founded as a fan club in 1969 and became a registered charity in 1977. Since then it has grown considerably and has recently become a Charitable Incorporated Organisation. Until now run entirely by volunteers, it is looking to enter a new phase of growth as it hires its first staff. 

REF-220554

Job Title: Head of Marketing and Communications

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 28 hours per week - pattern to be agreed (FTE 35 hours per week)

Salary: £40,040 pro rata per annum (based on £50,050 FTE)

Reports to: Director of Membership, Marketing and Digital

Direct reports: Marketing and Communications Manager

Location: Hybrid – FSRH Office (London Bridge)

Can you help us?

We're looking for a passionate Head of Marketing and Communications to join our Member Engagement Team. In this role you will be responsible for the development and implementation of strategic marketing and communications plans that align with FSRH's objectives as the voice for sexual and reproductive healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with practical experience, excellent communication skills, and experience in membership marketing. You'll have proven success in developing multichannel marketing and communications plans, writing engaging copy, and using data to optimise marketing activities to achieve key metrics and targets.

If you're passionate about making a difference in sexual and reproductive healthcare and want to join our collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

The role:

Marketing strategy and planning

• Developing and leading marketing strategies that help the FSRH meet its strategic objectives.
• Input into the annual operational planning process to ensure that marketing activity is planned and budgeted.
• Cascading the marketing strategy into the production of cross-organisational marketing plans and budget which align to FSRH’s strategic objectives, plan, and budget.
• Being the visible face of FSRH’s marketing activity through regular attendance at meetings with key stakeholders, including relevant committees/Board of Council/Trustee meetings.
• Shape the positioning and presentation of FSRH across all its activities, in ways that are consistent and coherent, to increase the understanding and engagement with our work and brand by all stakeholders.

Marketing intelligence

• Working closely with FSRH teams (including our committees of volunteers) to understand the market and customer need for FSRH products and services.
• Analyse data to optimise to  the achievement of key metrics and inform future targets for marketing activities.

Marketing management

• Lead the marketing team to provide an excellent service to the main external facing departments, including Education and Training and External Affairs.
• Develop and oversee the marketing management process, which involves regularly meeting key staff to discuss future plans, to review activity against KPIs, and ensure activities stay within budget and timelines.
• Being responsive to changes in the market or opportunities that arise to maximise the potential.
• Keep track of best practice regarding Artificial Intelligence guidelines and implementation.
• On-going delivery and management of activity and reporting against the plans and KPIs.
• Delegate tasks to the Marketing and Communications Manager.

Marketing and communications activities

• Planning and delivering specific campaigns for our education, training and assessment products and events, engaging with wide range of audiences including, but not limited to, doctors, nurses, midwives and physician associates.
• Lead the implementation of a range of marketing and communications activities across different channels including web content, emails, print assets, and social media (organic and paid).
• Monitor and manage the production of branded items.

Insight and reporting

• Using data to understand our audience (e.g. Google analytics, iMIS CRM, RiSE CMS, FSRH Training Hub) to develop marketing activity and to measure against agreed metrics.
• Working with the Digital Manager and Data Manager to plan and implement updates and enhancements to the iMIS CRM processes and CMS webpages.
• Working with the Education and Training team to use the reporting from the Training Hub to help make decisions about future marketing for candidates/members.
• Ensure our activities are General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant data protection regulation complaint.

Staff management

• Line manage the Marketing and Communications Manager.
• Recruit and manage any temporary/contract staff.

Representing the FSRH

• Attending FSRH events to help staff stands, talking to members and prospective members.
• Speaking at events about the FSRH to audiences of members and prospective members.
• Support the Membership Engagement Team during busy periods as required.
• To feed into and support the improvement of processes and systems to support the continuous modernisation of day-to-day operations.
• To assist the CEO on specific campaigns providing and analysing data to grasp issues, draw conclusions and solve problems.

You will have:

•  A relevant Degree or equivalent by experience
• Marketing/Communications qualification (e.g. CIM, CAM) (Desirable)
• Experience as a strategic thinker combined with an ability to demonstrate a practical hands-on approach
• An excellent approach to written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and proof-reading abilities
• Ability to work under pressure, with flexibility to respond to changing priorities
• Excellent time-management, organisation and prioritisation skills
• An interest in Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare

You will have experience:

• Writing engaging copy for a variety of audiences on different communications channels (online and offline).
• Proofing and editing content to ensure the text is easy to read for the lay reader.
• Developing and delivering successful and demonstratable multichannel marketing and communications plans and activities.
• Using online communication tools (for e.g. Content Management Systems (CMS), CRM and email marketing platforms)
• Using data to understand audiences, measure the success of campaigns and to use the findings to optimise activities to achieve key metrics and targets.
• Managing budgets
• Working within a membership/professional body marketing role or medical education/qualifications marketing

NB:  In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.

We will offer you:

• 25 days holiday, with an additional 2 days leave after 2 years of service, and a further 3 days after 5 years.
• Birthday leave day
• Annual Volunteering Day
• Flexible working culture
• Pension and life assurance scheme: 10% employer contribution / 5% employee contribution after successful completion of probation. This also includes access to life assurance at 4x annual salary and an income protection scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employee discounts portal
• Free Lunch Thursday
• Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay

To Apply

Deadline for applications is Monday 7 April 2025 at 12pm

Interviews are likely to take place on 23, 24 and 25 April 2025

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We are working hard to minimise unconscious bias and your application will be anonymised to support this.

NB:  In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in the UK with a valid right to work; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.

Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice are seeking an exceptional Head of People to lead the development and implementation of a People plan which aligns with our ambitions, fosters a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and a sense of belonging and which seamlessly integrates our HR and Volunteering efforts.

As we prepare to launch our new organisational strategy in April 2025, we've collaboratively developed new values that reflect our vision. It’s an exciting time to join Bluebell Wood and especially in such a key role.

You will engage with colleagues at all levels to understand their needs and goals, ensuring our People plan drives positive organisational change and enhances the experience for our 120 colleagues and 280 volunteers.

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with leaders and managers, you will focus on attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and talented workforce. You will champion a culture of learning, innovation, and collaboration, ensuring Bluebell Wood adheres to all relevant employment legislation and best practices.

Leading a small, dedicated team, you will oversee and enhance the HR and volunteer lifecycle, learning and development activities, policies, and processes. Given our team's size, this role is hands-on and dynamic.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE OF POST: Head of People

ACCOUNTABLE TO: CEO

DIRECT REPORTS: Volunteer Services Manager, HR Advisor, HR Administrator, Payroll Officer

HOURS:Full time - 37.5hrs per week. Hybrid working is supported but due to the nature of this role,                                                     you will be required onsite at least three days/60% of your working week.

NOTICE PERIOD: 12 weeks

SALARY: £56,374

 

Job purpose:

Bluebell Wood aims to enhance and create 'An Incredible Culture' that fosters inclusivity, innovation, and a sense of belonging. The goal is to create an environment where everyone can thrive and where all efforts clearly contribute to our aims and mission.

The Head of People will provide a balance of strategic and operational responsibilities to develop and implement an integrated People (HR and Volunteering) strategy and workplans which align with our overall aspirations.

Working closely with the Strategic Leadership (SLT) and Operational Management Team (OMT) members, the Head of People will ensure the People Team provides an expert and responsive service across a range of strategic and operational workforce issues.

The Head of People will ensure Bluebell Wood operates effective people practices, manages risk, complies with appropriate legislation and standards, and treats all staff and volunteers fairly.

What does success look like in this role:

· The successful embedding of our values through all our people related activities.

· A workforce that effectively delivers the organisational strategy.

· A high-quality, responsive, and reputable integrated HR and volunteering service that empowers effective management, built on trust, confidence, transparency, and integrity.

Main duties & responsibilities:

· Develop and implement an integrated People plan to support the hospice strategy and culture, facilitate a great colleague experience and positive organisational change.

· Monitor and evaluate the impact and effectiveness of the integrated People plan.

· Report on progress, people related KPIs and workforce related risks to the Strategic Leadership Team (SLT) and Board sub-committee.

· Support the CEO and SLT with advice and proactive suggestions for organisational improvement in areas such as organisational design, change management, talent management, succession planning, and colleague engagement.

· Identify opportunities for, and take a leading role in, cultural development, organisational development and change, and L&D initiatives which reflect our values and foster a sense of belonging, engagement, and wellbeing among colleagues. 

· Lead and manage the People team, providing guidance and coaching to ensure the delivery of high-quality, efficient HR and Volunteering services and systems. 

· Maintain our People policies and processes, ensuring changes to employment law and emerging good practice are promptly adopted.

· Work with colleagues in the Income Generation team in creating effective internal communications methods.

· Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including engaging special interest or working groups, to make Bluebell Wood an employer of choice and a great place to work. 

· Support people managers with managing change in their teams including employee relations and consultations, and guidance on legal processes.

· Oversee recruitment, induction, performance management, and L&D, ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop a diverse and talented workforce.

· Oversee effective management, delivery and improvement of: 

o Employee engagement including pulse survey, staff events, internal communications.  Programmes including wellbeing, safeguarding, ED&I. Annual appraisals, personal development planning and job description reviews. 

o L&D planning, administration of learning (requests, events, evaluation etc.), budget, and apprenticeships.

o HR Management including starters, changes, leavers, job evaluation, recruitment, onboarding, retention, diversity, payroll, absence, systems and data.

· Role model Bluebell Wood’s values and behaviours.

 

General

All Bluebell Wood employees are required to:

· Abide by the Health & Safety at Work Act

· Adhere to policy and procedures around safeguarding children and young adults

· Respect confidentiality applying to all Hospice areas

· Work within Hospice policies and procedures

· Comply with the Hospice no smoking policy

· Participate in and contribute to team meetings

· Co-operate and liaise with colleagues

· Behave in a professional manner at all times, reflecting and maintaining the values and ethos of Bluebell Wood

· Driving license with access to own vehicle

All Bluebell Wood employees are expected to:

· Demonstrate a commitment to their own development, to take advantage of education and training opportunities and develop their own competence

· Support and encourage harmonious internal and external working relationships

· Make a positive contribution to fundraising and raising the profile of the Hospice

At Bluebell Wood Managers:

· Listen

· Seek to understand

· Seek resolution

· Invite input

· Share timely and appropriate information

· Answer questions

· Agree realistic standards

· Be good role models: discreet, professional, genuine

· Be open to new ideas

· Treat everyone fairly

· Ensure 121s and appraisals are happening as they should

· Are approachable

· Are supportive

· Are present

· Encourage personal development

· Value experience and knowledge

· Practice good professional boundaries

· Promote an inclusive environment

· Acknowledge and celebrate wins

· Champion their team

· Empower and enable

· Challenge undesirable behaviours quickly and appropriately

· Address and seek to resolve conflicts impartially

· Promote a positive culture

· Encourage self-awareness and reflection within their team

· Encourage collaboration

· Support colleagues to manage personal issues which affect work

· Promote a healthy work-life balance

· Support a balanced mix of hybrid working, appropriate to each role but always seeking to build a one team culture

· Be clear about when and why it’s not appropriate to share information

This job description is not exhaustive.  It will be subject to periodic review and may be amended following discussion between the post-holder and employer.

Sovereign Network Group (SNG) is a leading Housing Association, committed to providing quality, affordable homes and services within sustainable, successful communities. We're led by our values and driven by a strong sense of social purpose, placing our customers at the heart of everything we do.

We have a fantastic new opportunity to join our Communities Team as Community Investment and Partnerships Manager on a 12 month Fixed Term basis.

Ideally the role would be based either out of our Basingstoke or London office but we can be flexible on location as we have other offices within the South and South West.

The role will be a combination of time in the office with working from home and traveling across our locality areas.  There will be regular travel across our geography, so you should have access to transport and be happy to travel.

The Role

Reporting into the Head of Community Investment and Strategic Partnerships, you'll lead the development of a Regional Community Investment strategy and embedding of our Thriving Communities strategy across our Localities.

Managing an existing team, you'll be responsible for delivering the Community Investment and Partnership programme across localities, identifying opportunities for fundraising and programme development, building new partnerships and delivering social impact. Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining key relationships with external partners, including local authorities and other agencies working in our communities
• Overseeing the delivery of a wide-ranging programme of Community Investment interventions in localities that deliver measurable social impact
• Effectively managing the performance of the team through objective setting, providing support, coaching, guidance
• Ensuring contracts and projects are managed effectively and demonstrate social impact, including financial management
• Working with the Partnerships and Funding team by writing bids that bring in external funding to support programme development
• Leading the design of Grants programmes that respond to customer and community needs, working closely with the Grants Officer
• Working across the Community Investment team and wider Customer directorate to embed a framework for social impact and outcomes recording

What we need from you

You should have previous experience in a similar role, with significant experience in Community Investment and a track record of developing and commissioning a variety of programmes and partnerships which deliver social impact. You'll also have:

• A proven track record of positive stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Previous experience in identifying fundraising opportunities to support community investment programmes
• Experience in contract management, bid writing and budget management
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise important tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Previous experience managing a high performing team; coaching and developing to ensure a supportive working environment

What you'll receive from us

• £450 flex-pot annually, discounted shopping & cycling scheme
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Company pension scheme matched up to 12%, life cover at 4x your salary
• Flexible working - we're committed to giving people flexibility as widely as possible
• Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance & critical illness cover

We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG.

This is a great opportunity to join the team as we progress through an exciting period of change at SNG. We pride ourselves on having a relaxed, supportive and forward-thinking culture, working collaboratively to achieve success.

Sovereign Network Group (SNG) is a leading Housing Association, committed to providing quality, affordable homes and services within sustainable, successful communities. We're led by our values and driven by a strong sense of social purpose, placing our customers at the heart of everything we do.

We have a fantastic new opportunity to join our Communities Team as Community Investment and Partnerships Manager on a permanent basis.

Ideally the role would be based either out of our Basingstoke or London office but we can be flexible on location as we have other offices within the South and South West.

The role will be a combination of time in the office with working from home and traveling across our locality areas.  There will be regular travel across our geography, so you should have access to transport and be happy to travel.

The Role

Reporting into the Head of Community Investment and Strategic Partnerships, you'll lead the development of a Regional Community Investment strategy and embedding of our Thriving Communities strategy across our Localities.

Managing an existing team, you'll be responsible for delivering the Community Investment and Partnership programme across localities, identifying opportunities for fundraising and programme development, building new partnerships and delivering social impact. Key responsibilities include:

• Building and maintaining key relationships with external partners, including local authorities and other agencies working in our communities
• Overseeing the delivery of a wide-ranging programme of Community Investment interventions in localities that deliver measurable social impact
• Effectively managing the performance of the team through objective setting, providing support, coaching, guidance
• Ensuring contracts and projects are managed effectively and demonstrate social impact, including financial management
• Working with the Partnerships and Funding team by writing bids that bring in external funding to support programme development
• Leading the design of Grants programmes that respond to customer and community needs, working closely with the Grants Officer
• Working across the Community Investment team and wider Customer directorate to embed a framework for social impact and outcomes recording

What we need from you

You should have previous experience in a similar role, with significant experience in Community Investment and a track record of developing and commissioning a variety of programmes and partnerships which deliver social impact. You'll also have:

• A proven track record of positive stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Previous experience in identifying fundraising opportunities to support community investment programmes
• Experience in contract management, bid writing and budget management
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise important tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Previous experience managing a high performing team; coaching and developing to ensure a supportive working environment

What you'll receive from us

• £450 flex-pot annually, discounted shopping & cycling scheme
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Company pension scheme matched up to 12%, life cover at 4x your salary
• Flexible working - we're committed to giving people flexibility as widely as possible
• Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance & critical illness cover

We are committed to our Equality Diversity and Inclusion strategy and believe that you can truly be yourself at SNG.

This is a great opportunity to join the team as we progress through an exciting period of change at SNG. We pride ourselves on having a relaxed, supportive and forward-thinking culture, working collaboratively to achieve success.