Director of Resources

Michael Page; City Of London; On-site; GBP 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading disability inclusion organization in the UK seeks a Director of Resources to lead strategic initiatives across Finance, HR, and IT. The ideal candidate will have a strong accountancy background, substantial senior management experience, and a passion for disability inclusion. This permanent role includes flexible working, a competitive salary of £115-£125K, and comprehensive benefits, providing an opportunity to make a significant impact in the sector.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

8% pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• Considerable senior-level experience in management.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and negotiation.
• Experience in running a people function or similar.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across key operational areas.
• Oversee financial reporting and compliance.
• Shape organisation culture and people strategy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial strategy

Governance

Risk management

Line management

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification or equivalent

Tools

Statutory accounting

VAT knowledge

Charity accounting (SORP)

Job description

• Help shape strategy for a leading organisation advancing disability inclusion.

• Broad leadership remit covering Finance, HR, IT, Governance and Risk

About Our Client

Business Disability Forum is the UK's leading membership organisation focused on disability inclusion. Working with over 600 members, including global businesses and government, they help organisations become disability-smart by removing barriers and improving life experiences for disabled employees and consumers.

Job Description

Business Disability Forum is seeking a Director of Resources to report directly to the CEO and lead a small, dedicated team. This is a strategic leadership role with real operational responsibility - ideal for someone comfortable combining strategic leadership with hands‑on delivery.

• Provide strategic leadership across Finance, HR, IT, governance and risk.
• Oversee financial strategy, planning, reporting and compliance.
• Shape organisational culture, people capability and reward strategy.
• Ensure robust IT infrastructure, data governance and cyber security.
• Act as Company Secretary and lead on risk, health and safety, and compliance.
• Deputise for the CEO and contribute to overall organisational strategy.

The Successful Applicant

• A recognised accountancy qualification or equivalent.
• Considerable experience (either post qualification experience or equivalent) working at a senior level.
• Detailed working knowledge of statutory accounting, PAYE and VAT.
• Previous experience in preparing budgets and plans including negotiating budget allocations with departmental managers.
• Demonstrable line management experience.
• Experience of risk management.
• Previous company secretary experience or knowledge of what the role entails
• Experience of organisation design and succession planning
• Experience of running a people function or similar relevant management experience.
• Experience of overseeing innovative ICT & telephony solutions including databases and mobile devices.
• Working knowledge of charity accounting (SORP).

What's on Offer

• Permanent role based in London with flexible working options (two days in office per week).
• Competitive salary £115-£125K.
• Excellent benefits: 25 days annual leave, pension (8%), private medical, life assurance, dental insurance and more.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on disability inclusion in business and society.

Contact

Rochelle George
Quote job ref
JN-422

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.