Head Of Corporate Services

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking a Head of Corporate Services to lead critical functions including finance, HR, and IT. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse team, provide expert advice, and be instrumental in strategic planning. With a salary circa £51,000 and a hybrid work model, this role requires strong financial acumen and HR leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Proven ability to manage HR functions effectively.
• Experience in driving staff engagement and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes.
• Oversee preparation of monthly management accounts and financial statements.
• Develop and implement HR policies and ensure compliance.

Skills

Strong financial acumen

Ability to lead HR functions

Experience in leading remote teams

Excellent communication skills

Education

ACCA or CIMA qualification or CIPD level 7

Job description

Head of Corporate Services

Full-time and Permanent

Salary circa 51,000

Location - London (SW)

Ashley Kate are thrilled to be working with our client who are a not for profit organisation as they search for a Head of Corporate services to join the team. In this role you will lead critical functions, including finance, HR, IT, and office management. You will play a key role in strategic planning, staff engagement, and safeguarding while providing expert advice across the organisation. Hybrid working available but you will need to be onsite at the Westminster office 2 days a week.

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services, you'll manage a diverse team and collaborate with stakeholders to drive growth and success.

Responsibilities

• Lead all financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes.
• Oversee preparation of monthly management accounts and annual financial statements.
• Manage cash flow and relationship with the bank.
• Liaise with external auditors and oversee annual audits.
• Develop and implement HR policies and processes.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, training, and staff development.
• Manage the relationship with our payroll services provider.
• Lead and implement a strategy and plan for increasing staff engagement and satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment legislation and best practice.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of party headquarters and remote working arrangements.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of office systems including IT, communications, health & safety, and facilities.

Qualifications

• Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analysis.
• Ability to lead HR functions, including talent management, employee relations, and organisational development.
• Experience in leading and managing remote teams, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing culture.
• Ability to analyse complex financial and HR data, identify trends, and develop solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• You will have an ACCA or CIMA qualification or be CIPD level 7 qualified or equivalent.

Interested? Please get in touch with Jacqui or Omair. Call (phone number removed) for more information.

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