Chief Operating Officer

Ad Warrior Ltd; London Borough of Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Greener and Cleaner is seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer to join our senior leadership team on a part-time, hybrid basis. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational delivery, reporting to the CEO and working with the Board of Trustees.

You'll oversee governance, risk, people, operations and finance, line-manage a small team, and help drive fundraising and organisational sustainability in a community charity setting.

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership or management experience within the charity sector.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of operational challenges and implement practical solutions.
• Lead day-to-day operations including governance, risk, IT, planning and performance monitoring.
• Oversee governance, GDPR, information governance and act as Data Protection Officer.
• Provide leadership for people management and HR processes including recruitment and staff development.
• Support fundraising strategy and monitor progress towards targets.
• Line manage a small team across finance, administration and fundraising.
• Oversee budgets, cash flow and financial performance with external accountants.

Job description

Chief Operating Officer - Part-Time

Location: Hybrid working, predominantly from home, with a minimum of one day per month in Bromley

Salary: £33,000 per annum (£55,000 FTE)

Hours: 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)

About Us:

Greener and Cleaner is a grassroots, community-led charity based in Bromley. Founded in 2019 by local residents, we support people and organisations to take practical action on climate change and sustainable living at home, at work and in their communities.

We have grown from a volunteer-led initiative into a thriving community charity, with over 7,000 members and around 90 active volunteers. We work collaboratively with our team, volunteers and wider community to create inclusive, non-judgemental spaces that encourage learning, participation and positive behaviour change.

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Chief Operating Officer to join our senior leadership team, providing strategic and operational leadership across the charity.

This is a broad and influential role, working closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees and wider team. As a trusted second-in-command, you'll take ownership of organisational challenges, make informed decisions and develop practical solutions, helping ensure the charity runs effectively and sustainably.

You'll provide oversight across governance, risk, people management, organisational operations and financial performance, working alongside an external accountant for technical finance matters. You'll also oversee our fundraising strategy and line manage a small team across finance, administration and fundraising.

What you'll do:

• Work closely with the CEO as a trusted second-in-command, taking ownership of operational challenges, making informed decisions and implementing practical solutions
• Lead and improve the charity's day-to-day operations, including organisational systems, IT, business planning, project management and performance monitoring
• Take responsibility for our governance framework, including Charity Commission requirements, risk management, GDPR and information governance, and act as our Data Protection Officer
• Provide leadership and oversight of people management and HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and supporting staff performance
• Work closely with our fundraising team to develop our fundraising strategy, monitor progress against targets and support long-term organisational sustainability
• Line manage and support a small team across finance, administration and fundraising, promoting collaboration, accountability and a positive working culture
• Oversee budgets, cash flow and financial performance, working alongside an external accountant to ensure effective financial management and control

What we're looking for:

We're looking for an experienced, confident and proactive leader who can take ownership, navigate complex challenges and bring practical solutions. You'll be comfortable balancing strategic priorities with the hands-on realities of working in a small, growing charity.

You'll bring:

• Significant senior leadership or management experience within the charity sector, with responsibility for overseeing multiple organisational functions
• A proven ability to work independently, exercise sound judgement and make informed decisions
• Strong experience of charity governance, risk management and regulatory compliance
• A track record of developing and improving organisational systems, processes and ways of working
• Experience of managing and supporting people, including handling complex or sensitive staffing