Head of Finance and Operations

PROSPECTUS; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven charity is looking for a Head of Finance and Operations to oversee internal operations and drive organizational change. This hybrid role requires strong financial literacy and experience managing finance functions in an international context. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure operational efficiency and strategic growth. Applications are encouraged from all backgrounds to foster an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing finance functions within an international organization.
• Strong financial literacy and strategic oversight capabilities.
• Experience overseeing HR and IT functions is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee internal operations across finance, HR, governance, and systems.
• Drive organizational change and improvements.
• Lead budgeting, reporting, and financial strategy.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial literacy

Experience managing finance functions

Capacity to design operational systems

Education

Professional qualification in finance

Job description

Head of Finance and Operations

Permanent | Hybrid working (2 days per week in London office)

An international mission-driven charity is seeking a Head of Finance and Operations to join its Senior Leadership Team. This pivotal role will ensure the organisation operates efficiently, sustainably, and in line with its mission.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Head of Finance and Operations will oversee internal operations across finance, HR, governance, and systems. Working within a small team, the postholder will drive organisational change and improvements, combining strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to strengthen processes, infrastructure, and support growth.

The successful candidate will be a strategic, practical leader with strong financial literacy and proven experience managing finance functions and systems in an international organisation. They will lead budgeting, reporting, and financial strategy (a professional qualification is preferred), and demonstrate experience overseeing HR and IT functions. The role requires the ability to design, manage, and improve operational systems and processes across the organisation.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with initial interviews taking place during the week commencing 8 December. Early applications are encouraged.

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter. You may be asked to provide further information as part of the recruitment process.

The organisation is committed to building inclusive and diverse teams and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.