Lead finance in a vibrant multi form arts venue and cultural hub in North London.
Hours: Part time (3 days/24 hours a week), permanent
Location: Barnet, London / Hybrid (1-2 days in the office a week)
artsdepot incorporates a 395-seat main theatre, 148 seat studio theatre, gallery, Creation Space, dance, drama and art studios, café and bar and other public spaces, and welcomes over 185,000 people to watch, learn or be inspired by a programme of shows and events.
As Head of Finance, you will sit on the Senior Leadership Team, leading financial strategy, governance and performance. You will ensure robust financial management, support decision-making, and oversee HR and ICT functions. This is a visible, influential role with scope to shape long-term sustainability and operational excellence.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead financial strategy, planning, budgeting and forecasting
- Deliver accurate management accounts, cashflow and financial insight
- Ensure compliance with Charity SORP, VAT, payroll and statutory reporting
- Advise CEO, Trustees and committees on financial risk and performance
- Lead and develop finance, hires, HR and ICT functions
This role will suit a qualified accountant with charity or cultural sector experience, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to confidently balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus public/statutory holidays
- Hybrid working and time off in lieu
- Access to counselling via Health Assured
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
- 2 complimentary tickets if a show is not sold out
For more information, please see the candidate pack.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date: 17th April 2026
Charisma vetting interviews will be conducted across the campaign. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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Lead finance in a vibrant multi form arts venue and cultural hub in North London.
Hours: Part time (3 days/24 hours a week), permanent
Location: Barnet, London / Hybrid (1-2 days in the office a week)
artsdepot incorporates a 395-seat main theatre, 148 seat studio theatre, gallery, Creation Space, dance, drama and art studios, café and bar and other public spaces, and welcomes over 185,000 people to watch, learn or be inspired by a programme of shows and events.
As Head of Finance, you will sit on the Senior Leadership Team, leading financial strategy, governance and performance. You will ensure robust financial management, support decision-making, and oversee HR and ICT functions. This is a visible, influential role with scope to shape long-term sustainability and operational excellence.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead financial strategy, planning, budgeting and forecasting
- Deliver accurate management accounts, cashflow and financial insight
- Ensure compliance with Charity SORP, VAT, payroll and statutory reporting
- Advise CEO, Trustees and committees on financial risk and performance
- Lead and develop finance, hires, HR and ICT functions
This role will suit a qualified accountant with charity or cultural sector experience, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to confidently balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), plus public/statutory holidays
- Hybrid working and time off in lieu
- Access to counselling via Health Assured
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
- 2 complimentary tickets if a show is not sold out
For more information, please see the candidate pack.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date: 17th April 2026
Charisma vetting interviews will be conducted across the campaign. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Are you a globally minded Christian leader able to unite diverse partners around a shared mission? Can you translate vision into measurable international impact?
We are partnering with The Leprosy Mission International to appoint an International Director to lead its Global Fellowship at a pivotal moment in its 150-year mission to defeat leprosy and transform lives.
Benefits: circa £95,000 plus 10% employer contribution pension
Office: Brentford
Closing date: 13 April 2026
The International Director leads the International Office and works across a global network of supporting and implementing members. The role combines spiritual leadership, global influence and organisational direction to deliver the 2025 - 2030 strategy.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the global delivery of the Fellowship’s strategy, ensuring measurable impact for people affected by leprosy.
- Strengthen collaboration, capacity and unity across diverse international members and partners.
- Grow sustainable income and expand partnerships with multilateral agencies and global networks.
- Lead the International Office team and oversee global financial stewardship and governance, including members without a local board.
- Champion the voice and participation of people affected by leprosy across the Fellowship and globally.
Closing date: 13 April 2026
First stage interviews: 7 May 2026
Second stage interviews: 14 May 2026
For full details, responsibilities and application instructions, please see the candidate pack.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
*All applicants must be wholeheartedly committed to the aims, ethos, and values of The Leprosy Mission International. This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian, under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.
Major donor and philanthropy fundraising role with Christians Against Poverty (CAP), working to inspire high-value donors and partners to help end UK poverty through a movement of churches.
Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a UK-wide charity equipping local churches to support people facing debt, poverty and financial hardship. Through free debt help, job clubs, life skills groups and money coaching, CAP brings both practical and emotional support to people who need it most. With a vision of transformed lives, thriving churches and an end to UK poverty, CAP has helped tens of thousands of families break free from debt since 1996 – and is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026 with ambitious plans for the future.
Why work for CAP?
- Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours) or part-time (min 30 hours)
- Location: Remote with travel
- 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Generous pension: minimum 6.5% employer contribution, with matching up to an additional 3.5%
- Mental health days and wellbeing awareness days, Flexi-time and Revive days, Emergency care days and sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to work scheme and Personal development (including mentoring, coaching, accredited qualifications and Aspiring Leadership Programme) in a supportive, faith-centred team environment
We are looking for a brilliant relationship manager to join CAP’s Philanthropy team. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, you’ll be responsible for inspiring new prospects, cultivating high-value donors, and stewarding major gifts that are vital to the future expansion of CAP across the UK.
You’ll work across major donors, trusts and foundations, and philanthropy prospecting, managing a designated caseload of high-net-worth individuals and delivering bespoke stewardship plans to cultivate and grow giving. This is a significant moment to join: CAP is building ambitious plans to grow major donor income to 17.5% of overall revenue within three years, and you’ll play a central role in making that happen.
You will:
- Manage a caseload of high-net-worth individuals and trusts, building deep and meaningful relationships
- Represent CAP at high-level events and conferences
- Produce compelling impact reports to communicate the difference donors are making
- Maintain the CRM with up-to-date engagement records, proposals and pipeline data
- Collaborate with the wider Philanthropy and Fundraising teams to deliver an excellent supporter experience
- Model and participate in CAP’s Christ-centred culture, including prayer and worship
This role is ideally suited to someone with a proven track record in major donor fundraising or high-value relationship management, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a genuine passion for seeing lives transformed through CAP’s mission.
For further details please have a look at the candidate pack.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
Key dates:
Applications are being reviewed on receipt and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. When a suitable candidate is found the role will close, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian.
Are you a committed Christian with a heart for evangelical mission? Do you bring sound judgement and governance insight to board-level decision-making?
Childs Charitable Trust is a long-established Christian grant-making charity, founded in 1962, distributing significant funding to UK-registered charities advancing the Christian gospel in the UK and overseas.
We are seeking up to three Trustees to strengthen and refresh the Board. As a Trustee, you will help steward financial resources drawn from property and investments, discerning where funding will have the greatest Gospel impact. You will review and assess grant applications, engage directly with mission partners, and contribute to strategic oversight, governance and risk management.
This Trustee role offers the privilege of combining faith, wisdom and practical judgement to enable ministries to grow, respond to crisis and reach those who may never otherwise hear the Good News.
Key responsibilities:
- Shape and approve strategic grant-making decisions
- Provide governance oversight, safeguarding integrity and sustainability
- Review and score applications, weighing impact and risk
- Support and appropriately challenge the Chief Executive
- Contribute actively to prayerful, values-led board discussions
- Time commitment – 4 meetings per year
Benefits:
- Direct influence on gospel-centred mission impact
- Engagement with UK and international Christian organisations
- Reasonable expenses reimbursed
Closing date: 19 April 2026
Interviews with Childs Charitable Trust: weeks commencing 4 and 11 May
Full details, role requirements and application instructions are available in the candidate pack.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the equality act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian.
Do you have significant experience at senior level working with vulnerable young people?
Can you shape culture and strategy whilst carrying regulatory responsibility, strengthening systems, developing managers and representing our organisation externally?
Handcrafted seek their new Director for Young People.
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week and will consider part time/flexible hours
Location: Based from one of the hubs in Gateshead or Durham with travel to other hubs
Can you demonstrate the below?
- Strong strategic leadership skills with the ability to shape vision, drive improvement, and lead organisational development within young people’s services
- In-depth understanding of safeguarding, risk management, trauma-informed practice at senior level
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage young people, teams and external partners
Do you have experience in the following?
- Leading teams, supervising staff and developing professional practice
- Managing safeguarding concerns, coordinating multi agency responses and ensuring compliance
- Operational leadership within social care, education or supportive housing
You will also have the strong personal commitment to Christian ethos of Handcrafted through prayer, practical action and ways of working.
Download the candidate pack for full details, responsibilities and person specification.
This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
Key dates:
- Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
- Interviews with Handcrafted: TBC
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Strategic Finance and Operations Director leading finance, HR, IT and compliance for a national lifesaving charity and its commercial subsidiaries.
- Location: Worcester / Hybrid (2–3 days a week in office)
- Hours: 0.8 - 1 FTE
- Benefits: 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary birthday day off; private health and life assurance; Life Assurance Scheme; Enhanced Society Sick Pay
Are you a strategic finance leader ready to shape the future of a national charity? Do you have the experience and will to lead finance, HR, IT and compliance with authority and clarity?
Charisma Charity Recruitment has partnered with Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) to appoint a new Director of Finance and Operations. RLSS UK saves lives by leading in water safety education, lifeguarding and drowning prevention, with a thriving commercial directorate and a new 2025–2030 strategy.
Reporting to the CEO and leading the corporate services directorate, you will hold accountability for financial stewardship across the charity and its subsidiaries, ensuring strong governance, regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
You will:
- Lead financial strategy, budgeting, reserves and risk to secure long-term sustainability
- Prepare annual accounts under Charity SORP and report at Board level
- Lead HR, IT, compliance and facilities, driving performance and accountability
- Strengthen corporate governance and regulatory relationships
- Contribute as a key SLT member, shaping strategy and major projects
We are seeking a qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with senior charity experience, commercial acumen and the credibility to operate at Board level.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
Closing date: Tuesday 24 March 2026
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by: EOD Thursday 2 April 2026
Interviews with RLSS UK: w/c 13 April 2026 onwards
Do you have experience at developing, managing and sustaining strategic partnerships within social housing, property, or regulated services to be the key liaison for IMPAKT’S housing partners?
Why work for IMPAKT Housing & Support?
- 25 Days and bank holidays plus Statutory bank holidays
- Company Pension, Life Assurance, Wellness Programme and Referral Scheme
- Employee Discount and Cycle to Work scheme
- Training and Development
- On-site Parking
- Location: Bedford with occasional travel
Can you demonstrate the below?
- Proven experience in contract management, compliance, or partnership management
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with experience in securing and finalising agreements.
- Experience within the social housing, supported housing, or property management sectors.
- Knowledge of housing law, safeguarding requirements, and social housing regulatory standards.
Do you have the expertise in the following?
- Partnership Development & Negotiation
- Contract & Compliance Management
- Relationship Management
- Reporting & Governance
- Internal and External Relationships
Download the candidate pack for full details, responsibilities and person specification.
This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 22nd March 2026
First client interview: Wednesday 15th April
Second client interview: Wednesday 22nd April
Are you an experienced Housing professional looking for an amazing opportunity to lead and implement IMPAKT’s governance framework?
Why work for IMPAKT Housing & Support?
- 25 Days and bank holidays plus Statutory bank holidays
- Company Pension, Life Assurance, Wellness Programme and Referral Scheme
- Employee Discount and Cycle to Work scheme
- Training and Development
- On-site Parking
- Location: Bedford with occasional travel
Can you demonstrate the below?
- Substantial experience at senior level in a similar role
- A relevant degree or professional qualifications in housing, law, governance or a related field.
- An understanding of the specific governance requirements for charities working with vulnerable people
- Experience of working with the RSH Regulatory framework and standards
Do you have the expertise in the following?
- Regulatory Compliance
- Corporate Governance
- Risk Management
- Policy & Compliance
- Stakeholder Relationships
- Operational Effectiveness
Download the candidate pack for full details, responsibilities and person specification.
This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Your application should include your CV and supporting statement.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 22nd March 2026
First client interview: Tuesday 14th April
Second client interview: Tuesday 21st April 2026
We are delighted to be partnering with Activate Performing Arts (Activate), a 35-year-old arts charity that brings contemporary performance to communities and landscapes across Dorset, the UK, and Europe. Activate is known for its free-to-access outdoor arts, festivals, and touring work, driven by a belief in creativity as a public good, connecting people, place and artistic expression. Keen to continue its evolution while staying true to Activate’s core values, the organisation stands at a pivotal moment for growth and development.
Activate is now seeking a new Chair of Trustees to lead the Board and support the Artistic & Executive Director in guiding the organisation through the next phase of its development. In this role you will play a key role in shaping the upcoming 3–5-year strategy, supporting Activate prepare for its next Arts Council England National Portfolio application. As Chair, you will also act as an ambassador for Activate through opening networks, championing its work, and supporting the organisation to enhance its visibility and impact.
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
- Prior experience as a charity trustee, ideally as Chair, Vice-Chair or committee Chair, with a solid grasp of good governance and Boards.
- Alignment with Activate’s values around free and low-cost access, landscape and nature, equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental responsibility, with enthusiasm for thoughtful values-led innovation rather than pure commercialisation.
- Fundraising mentality with an understanding of the funding landscape
- A passion and affinity to the arts and culture sector, ideally including performing arts, festivals, arts within landscape or environmental contexts, including nature-based creativity, outdoor arts.
- Confident, inclusive chairing skills, able to bring out quieter voices, hold respectful but robust discussions, and ensure meaningful contribution from all trustees.
Your expression of interest should include your CV and a supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or any other category protected by law.
Closing date: 25th March 2026
Interviews with Activate: w/c 13th April onwards
Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by 2nd April prior to shortlist submission on 3rd April.
We are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment processes. If you have any reasonable adjustments, please confirm in your application, or contact our Operations Teams separately on info@charismarecruitment.co.uk.

















