Director of Resources

Business Disability Forum; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation advancing disability inclusion seeks a Director of Resources to report to the CEO and lead various departments. This strategic role requires a recognised accountancy qualification and significant experience at a senior level, overseeing finance, HR, IT, governance, and risk. The position offers a competitive salary of £115-£125K, excellent benefits, and opportunities to impact disability inclusion positively. Flexible working arrangements allow two days in the office per week.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension (8%)

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• A recognised accountancy qualification or equivalent.
• Considerable experience working at a senior level.
• Experience in preparing budgets and managing financial compliance.
• Proven line management experience and knowledge of people functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across Finance, HR, IT, governance and risk.
• Oversee financial strategy, planning, reporting, and compliance.
• Shape organisational culture and people capability.
• Act as Company Secretary and manage risks and compliance.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic financial management

Risk management

Company secretary knowledge

People management

Knowledge of statutory accounting

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification or equivalent

Tools

Budgeting software

Database management systems

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-112025-6886422Z

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

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