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Governance officer jobs in United Kingdom

  • Volunteer fundraising Officer
    Volunteer fundraising Officer
    4 days ago
    Part-time
    London

    The Social Supermarket Initiative (SSI) is a community-led social enterprise tackling food insecurity and promoting sustainable community growth through our affordable supermarket model, outreach programmes, and ethical partnerships. We are seeking a Volunteer Fundraising Officer to support SSI’s financial sustainability and growth. This role will focus on securing funding through grant writing, donor engagement, and community fundraising initiatives, ensuring SSI can continue delivering its mission and expanding its social impact. Key Responsibilities • Identify, research, and pursue grant opportunities, donor funding, and community fundraising streams., • Develop high-quality, persuasive, and compliant funding proposals and applications., • Maintain SSI’s funding tracker, calendar, and reporting systems., • Build and maintain relationships with funders, local partners, and community stakeholders., • Support outcome and impact reporting to funders and the board., • Contribute to SSI’s fundraising strategy and advise on opportunities for growth. Core Duties • Ensure fundraising and grant activities align with SSI’s mission and compliance standards., • Exercise professionalism, diligence, and integrity in all fundraising matters., • Safeguard financial accuracy and transparency in proposals and reports., • Collaborate with internal teams to gather data, stories, and supporting evidence for applications., • Create compelling marketing materials to promote fundraising initiatives across various channels., • Join working groups or project committees related to fundraising and development. Expectations of the Role • Attend and contribute to team meetings and planning sessions., • Stay informed about trends in funding, social enterprise, and community development., • Participate in project groups or campaigns where relevant to fundraising objectives., • Maintain confidentiality and uphold SSI’s ethical standards, including diversity and inclusion. About You Essential • Commitment to SSI’s mission and community impact., • Strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills., • Experience in fundraising, grant writing, or donor management., • Solutions-driven mindset, with attention to detail and accuracy in proposals and budgets. Desirable • Knowledge of social enterprise, food systems, sustainability, or community engagement., • Understanding of finance, governance, or nonprofit operations., • Lived experience of food insecurity or involvement in community-led initiatives. What We Offer • Opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven social enterprise with measurable community impact., • Hands-on experience in fundraising, grant writing, and donor management., • Networking opportunities through community events and partnerships., • Reimbursement of reasonable travel and meeting expenses., • Training and professional development to support growth and impact on SSI’s mission. How to Apply Please send your CV (max 2 pages) and a short statement (max 300 words) outlining your interest in the role and relevant experience.

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  • Business Research Officer
    Business Research Officer
    11 days ago
    Full-time
    London

    We are looking for a thoughtful Business Research Officer to join our team. You will help us and our clients identify emerging technologies, market opportunities, and industry trends that shape strategic decisions around product launches, market entry, sector expansion, and technology adoption. Who are we? We are a boutique Business Consultancy with a focus on finding niches for innovation, conducting market research, business plan writing & operations consulting (such as HR/hiring). Our vision is to provide results-oriented help in the form of end-to-end solutions. We work with clients from the idea stage to the growth stage. Our business culture is "explore - launch - automate", bringing disruptive innovation to inefficient processes in various industries. Currently, we generally focus on digital technology & wider emerging innovation spaces. At this time in particular - medtech/healthtech area. About you • Do you have a passion for understanding emerging technologies and their real-world applications?, • Are you skilled at synthesising information from academic research, industry reports, and policy documents into strategic insights?, • Do you thrive on exploring "what's next" across sectors and translating that into competitive advantage?, • Are you comfortable navigating complex, qualitative data to uncover patterns that inform strategic decisions?, • Do you enjoy research that shapes business decisions around innovation, market positioning, and technology adoption?, • If the answer is “Yes”, then please apply! Your job Joining our boutique consultancy, you will conduct in-depth research into emerging technologies, market trends, and industry developments to inform strategic decisions for Goldman Professionals and our clients. Your research will focus on identifying innovation opportunities, assessing sector-specific trends, and uncovering insights that guide product launches, market entry strategies, technology choices, and business expansion into new sectors. You will synthesise information from academic literature, government and industry reports, policy frameworks, and expert sources to deliver strategic intelligence. Main job duties • Researching emerging technologies, innovations, and industry trends across sectors., • Analysing government policies, regulatory frameworks, and industry reports to identify market opportunities and barriers to entry., • Synthesising academic research and expert insights to understand cutting-edge developments and their commercial applications., • Preparing strategic briefings and research reports that inform product development, market entry decisions, and technology adoption strategies., • Conducting qualitative research including literature reviews, expert interviews, and stakeholder consultations to gather intelligence on sector dynamics., • Identifying innovation trends and competitive positioning within target markets and sectors., • Supporting feasibility assessments for new product launches, sector expansion, and technology investments., • Monitoring policy developments, regulatory changes, and emerging market shifts relevant to client industries., • Collaborating with senior consultants to translate research findings into strategic recommendations and innovation opportunities., • Building and maintaining research databases, trend tracking systems, and intelligence repositories to support ongoing research needs., • Ensuring all research activities comply with ethical standards, data protection laws (GDPR), and company policies We expect the following: • Track record of rigorous research - in a form of bachelors or similar in a field focused on research, preferably Masters., • Strong research capabilities including experience conducting qualitative research, literature reviews, and policy analysis., • Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to synthesise complex information from multiple sources., • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience using research tools or databases., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly., • Up to 3 years' professional experience in research, policy analysis, market intelligence, or academic research., • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills., • Experience researching government and industry reports, academic literature, or policy frameworks (desirable)., • Familiarity with academic research methods, business intelligence tools, or industry databases (desirable)., • Understanding of UK and international business environments, economic policy, and market dynamics (desirable)., • Digital research tools and platforms proficiency (desirable)., • Be able to relocate to London Job Type: part-time (30 hours per week) Work Location: London, Hybrid working arrangements

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  • Legal Assistant
    Legal Assistant
    2 months ago
    Full-time
    London

    Key Responsibilities • Assist with the preparation, review, and management of legal documents, contracts, and agreements., • Assist and maintenance building compliance documents and renewals, • Maintain compliance registers and ensure timely submission of statutory and regulatory filings., • Conduct research on relevant legislation, regulations, and industry guidelines., • Support in the monitoring and implementation of compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures., • Assist in internal audits and compliance checks., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of licences, certifications, and company policies., • Liaise with external regulators, advisors, and legal counsel when required., • Help in investigating and reporting compliance breaches or incidents., • Support training initiatives on compliance, data protection, anti-money laundering (AML), and related areas., • Provide general administrative support to the legal and compliance team, including filing, diary management, and meeting coordination. Skills & Qualifications • Degree (or working towards) in Law, Business, Building Compliance, or related field preferred., • Previous experience in a legal, compliance, or regulatory environment desirable., • Strong knowledge of corporate governance, data protection, and regulatory frameworks is an advantage., • Excellent organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail., • Strong research and analytical ability., • Effective communication skills (written and verbal)., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems., • Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion. Personal Attributes • Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently., • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills., • Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines., • Team player with a collaborative attitude. Salary & Benefits • Competitive salary

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