Director of Finance and Resources

Guardian Jobs; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to lead financial management, HR practices, and operational delivery. This pivotal role focuses on ensuring the charity's sustainability while expanding its reach. The ideal candidate will have substantial leadership experience in financial management, particularly within the charity sector. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in an organization dedicated to saving lives and supporting men in crisis. If you are passionate about driving organizational growth while contributing to a vital mission, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial management and HR practices.
• Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial planning and management for the charity.
• Lead HR function to recruit and develop a diverse workforce.

Skills

Financial Management

HR Practices

Operational Delivery

Strategic Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Financial Qualification

Experience in Charity Sector

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Supporting men in crisis, saving lives: James’ Place provides vital, life-saving therapy when it’s needed most. Join us as our new Director of Finance and Resources and help us transform support for men in suicidal crisis.

Location: Flexible locations - London, Liverpool, Newcastle, or Birmingham, with regular travel to each centre (min 3 days p/w office based)

Who We Are

James’ Place is a charity on a critical mission to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis. With centres located in London, Liverpool, and Newcastle, with further expansion plans across the UK, we are committed to offering our brief, intensive therapeutic intervention to men facing crises, such as relationship breakdown, financial problems, or bereavement. To date, we have treated over 3,000 men, providing proven clinical services that significantly reduce psychological distress. As we continue to expand our reach and improve service delivery, we are seeking an exceptional Director of Finance and Resources to help us manage our expanding services and ensure the long-term sustainability and efficiency of the organisation.

About The Role

This pivotal role sits at the heart of our charity, leading the Finance, HR, and Operations functions. You will work closely with our CEO to oversee the charity's financial management, HR practices, and operational delivery, ensuring that we continue to deliver on our mission in the most effective and efficient way possible. As we scale, you will play an essential role in shaping the charity's strategic direction and ensuring the smooth running of all operational aspects.

You will oversee all financial planning and management, ensuring we meet our budgetary targets and maintain robust financial controls. You will also lead the HR function, developing policies and strategies that help to recruit, retain, and develop a talented, diverse workforce. You will oversee operational management, ensuring that all teams are aligned with the charity’s mission and that operational processes are streamlined and effective. In addition, you will manage relationships with external partners and advisors, ensuring we make the most of our resources while complying with charity regulations.

Who are we looking for?

We seek a financially qualified senior leader, or qualified by experience, who brings substantial senior leadership experience in financial management, HR, and operations, ideally within the charity or non-profit sectors. You will have a track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving operational excellence. Your ability to think strategically, coupled with excellent communication skills, will be key to ensuring that the charity can continue to deliver high-quality services while maintaining financial stability. As part of the core leadership team, you will also have the ability to deputise for the CEO, when necessary.

This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled and passionate leader to make a significant contribution to an organisation with an ambitious vision. If you are looking for a role where you can drive organisational growth while supporting an important mission, we encourage you to apply.

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Closing date for applications, 9 a.m Monday 2nd June.

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• Seniority level

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