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We are looking for a part time Senior Philanthropy Officer for a 12 month contract, to identify, develop and manage a portfolio of funders and donors including trusts, foundations and major donors, maximising income through the development of co-ordinated stewardship and relationship management. This is a 26 hour a week hybrid working role, with minimum once a fortnight on a Wednesday in the Cambridgeshire office. Ideal start date is mid May. The Charity An incredible long standing regional charity providing support to people in critical times of need. The Role Support the team to deliver c£400k income target, through strong managent and stewardship a portfolio of trusts, foundations and major donors, with a strong focus on the the trust fundraising. Identify, research and submit high quality applications to charitable trusts, foundations, major donors and organisations. Identify tangible packages for funders to support and work closely with senior colleagues and members of other teams to develop content for applications and reporting. Contribute to the effective delivery and development of the fundraising strategy. The Candidate Experience raising four/five figure income through trusts and/or major donors. Ability to identify and research prospects, and move them through the philanthropy giving cycle to cultivate and maintain long term relationships. Experience of producing funding proposals, bid writing or producing tender documents. Experience of developing strong cases for support and compelling propositions. Ability to analyse and interpret financial and operational statistics and other complex data sets. IMPORTANT NOTE Please note this charity are considering applications on a rolling basis with the ideal interview date 14th April. Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

We’re looking for a People Advisor to join our People team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. This role is central to the smooth running of our day‑to‑day people operations and is ideal for someone who enjoys structured work, high attention to detail, and keeping multiple operational threads moving at once. You’ll be a trusted first point of contact for managers, supporting non‑complex employee relations, employee lifecycle processes, HR systems, and people data. The work is varied, detailed, and important. From advisory conversations and HR documentation to system updates, audits, and payroll‑related activity. This role suits someone who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys organising complexity, and gets real satisfaction from getting things done properly. What You’ll Do HR Advisory & Casework You’ll independently manage non‑complex employee relations cases, including absence management and low‑level performance issues. You’ll act as a confident first point of contact for managers, providing accurate and timely advice, preparing documentation, and supporting processes such as flexible working requests, disciplinary and grievance administration, and probation reviews. Employee Lifecycle Management You’ll deliver end‑to‑end employee lifecycle activity, including onboarding workflows, pay review administration, contract and letter creation (promotions, job changes, probation outcomes, flexible working and pay review letters), and offboarding tasks such as exit interviews, holiday calculations, and leaver letters. HR Systems, Data & Reporting A significant part of the role involves working closely with HR systems and data. You’ll maintain HRIS accuracy, manage workflows and automation, run reports, support audits, and carry out data reconciliation (for example, HRIS and timesheet data). You’ll also contribute to HRIS improvements and act as a liaison with system providers alongside HRBPs. You’ll be comfortable using tools such as Microsoft Word (including templates and mail merges), Excel (particularly for pay data, audits, and large‑volume administration), DocuSign, onboarding systems, and SharePoint. Organisation & Operational Support This is a high‑detail, high‑trust role. You’ll manage multiple small tasks, deadlines, and cases simultaneously, track actions, chase responses, and remind stakeholders when needed. You’ll work independently with minimal supervision, remain calm during busy periods (such as pay review cycles), and maintain meticulous attention to detail across letters, payroll documentation, HRIS entries, and audits. Administration, Compliance & Projects You’ll also support or lead on HR audits, policy and handbook updates, SOP creation, wellbeing initiatives, template improvements aligned with legislative changes, and recruitment administration such as interview coordination and intern recruitment support. Payroll & Benefits Support You’ll prepare payroll‑relevant documentation including starter and leaver information, absence documentation, employment changes, and benefit requests. You’ll also support benefit schemes such as pensions, cycle to work, and health insurance. About You You May Be a Good Fit If You… • Have experience in a hands‑on HR Advisor or HR Officer role, managing non‑complex ER cases independently, • Are confident supporting the full employee lifecycle from onboarding through to offboarding, • Enjoy working with HR systems, data, and documentation, and take pride in accuracy, • Are highly organised and comfortable managing many small tasks and deadlines at once, • Stay calm and focused during busy periods, • Naturally spot errors, inconsistencies, or missing information, • Enjoy improving processes, templates, and ways of working, • Handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism, • Build trust easily with managers and colleagues, • Desirable (but not essential) experience includes supporting HR system improvements, policy drafting, engagement surveys, recruitment campaigns, or working across multiple jurisdictions. Application Process Applications close on Sunday, 26th April 2026, although we may close earlier if we receive sufficient interest. Every application is reviewed by a member of our team. Our selection process is designed to be transparent and respectful of your time, and includes: • An initial call with a recruiter (for longlisted candidates), • A 30‑minute interview with the hiring manager, • A final in‑person interview at our Cambridge office Why GÉANT? GÉANT is Europe’s leading collaboration on e-infrastructure and services for research and education. We connect over 50 million users across 10,000 institutions, enabling breakthroughs in science, education, and innovation. Working here means being part of something bigger. You’ll contribute to projects that have real-world impact, from climate research to space exploration. What We Offer • Flexible hybrid working (3 days in office), • 31 days holiday + public holidays, • Annual learning budget and conference support, • A mission-driven culture with real-world impact Want to know more about life at GÉANT? Visit: Why Work for GÉANT Once you will apply, GEANT Association will act as the controller of your data - our full candidate Privacy Notice can be found here:

Senior Events Officer and the wider Events Team to develop and deliver a first‑class events programme for Alzheimer’s Research UK. The Events team leads on the development and delivery of a wide range of events that stretch across the whole organisation. Use the database to monitor and report on

A leading dementia research charity in the UK seeks a Community Engagement Officer to enhance community awareness about dementia.

The Community Engagement Officer will play a pivotal role in delivering Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Dementia Community Champions (DCC) programme. Community Engagement Officer – FTC. Dementia Community Champions are volunteers trained by Alzheimer’s Research UK to deliver events in their commun

Our Partnership Development Officer is responsible for establishing and managing some of our corporate partnerships under the guidance of the Partnership Development Manager (PDM). The Partnership Development Team at Alzheimer’s Research UK prides itself on delivering sector-leading partnerships.

The Supporter Relations Officer is responsible for delivering essential supporter engagement activities, ensuring delivery of an excellent experience for every contact, recognise opportunities to increase supporter loyalty, and generate the maximum amount of income for dementia research. The Support

Senior Project Officer – Alzheimer's Research UK. The Senior Project Officer sits with the Chief Executive Office supporting the Project & Programme Manager and is responsible for championing project management best practice across the wider organisation via training, consultations, and effective

A growing community-focused organization in Greater London is seeking a Research, Insight and Impact Officer to capture and analyze data from supported charities. Ideal candidates have 2-4 years of experience in research and can work independently in evolving contexts.

An organization focusing on online safety is seeking a Research Officer in the UK. This full-time role involves investigating how social media platforms promote hate and misinformation while conducting rigorous research. Candidates should have experience in writing structured research, a keen intere

A leading academic institution in London is seeking a Research Officer for a project on African Health Economics and Diagnostics. The role involves leading research papers, conducting economic evaluations, and coordinating across multiple project sites.

You will work with the Association’s office staff, Publications Committee, editorial teams and boards, and external publishing partner to support the publication of our four highly regarded academic journals: British Educational Research Journal (BERJ), British Journal of Educational Technology (B

Research Officer in African Health Economics and Diagnostics, AHEaD Project. We invite applications for a Research Officer to join a Welcome Trust-funded project on African Health Economics and Diagnostics (AHEaD). Coordinate research activities and communication across project sites and collaborati

A leading economic consultancy in London is seeking Research Officers and Economic Analysts. The role involves evaluating policies related to climate change and energy, conducting economic assessments, and producing research reports.

Liaising with clinical investigators and both commercial and non-commercial sponsors the post holder will contribute towards the management and delivery of early phase dementia trial protocols and will be involved in ensuring that the research undertaken safeguards the well-being of the patients and

Alzheimer's Research UK is the UK's leading dementia research charity, working to accelerate progress towards a cure. Senior Marketing Effectiveness Officer. Support ad‑hoc audience research (quantitative and qualitative) to inform proposition development, message testing and campaign design.

The Research and Policy Officer will play an important role in supporting our work to tackle ageism, change attitudes to ageing and address the huge inequalities in our experience of older age. You’ll be a clear communicator and will be able to turn complex research into impactful outputs. Working

A pioneering agricultural biotechnology firm is seeking a Farm Research Officer to work remotely, ideally based between Oxford and Bristol.

A safety and wellbeing organization in the UK is seeking a Research Officer to lead research projects on worker safety and wellbeing. The position requires a deep understanding of research methodologies and experience in managing research projects.

Research Support Officer (9-month maternity cover). The LMB is a world-class research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). Applications are invited for a nine-month research support position (maternity cover) in the group of Dr Madeline Lancaster at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Bio

We are looking for a Research Officer with experience of researching social media or AI platforms to join our growing and talented team. Experience of translating research into effective press and social media outputs. Reporting to: Senior Research Manager.

A regional police service is seeking a Research and Report Officer to join their Vulnerability Assessment Team. The ideal candidate will research safeguarding information from police databases, produce structured reports for safeguarding meetings, and manage communication with partner agencies.

We invite applications for aResearch Officerto joina Welcome Trust-funded project on African Health Economics and Diagnostics (AHEaD). Lead and co-author research papers on the economics, policy, and equity impacts of point-of-care diagnostics in Africa. Coordinate research activities and communicat

We’re looking for a Research and Report Officer to join our Vulnerability Assessment Team (VAT) - a team that plays a crucial role in safeguarding children and vulnerable adults across York and North Yorkshire. Strong research skills, including reviewing, collating, and sharing information from mu

A public health regulatory agency is seeking a Research Data Governance Officer to join its Clinical Practice Research Datalink team.

Research experience, including using a variety of databases to gather, analyse and manage data. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our dedicated team of professional support staff working behind the scenes. This includes processing all intelligence‑related queries received by the force

The Research Officer will be expected to design and deliver surveys, manage qualitative and quantitative data collection, and utilise appropriate research tools to generate actionable insights that inform decision-making. The Research Officer will conduct, commission, and collaborate on tailored res

A leading dementia research charity is seeking a Partnership Development Officer to manage corporate partnerships.

A prominent law firm in London is seeking a Research & Information Officer to join its Knowledge Team. This role focuses on legal research, development of resources, and support for business development, suitable for experienced professionals or those transitioning back into the sector.

A health research organization is seeking a Chief Product Officer (CPO) to lead product vision, strategy, and delivery. The CPO will oversee the full product lifecycle, ensuring that products meet the needs of participants and researchers. This role offers a generous benefits package and the opportu

Other organisations may call this role Engagement Officer, Research Officer, Audience Research Officer, Researcher, Programme Assistant, Programme Administrator, Project Support Assistant, Education Research Officer, Insight Officer, Programme Support Officer, or Stakeholder Engagement Officer. As a

Research Data Governance Officer. Within the Safety and Surveillance Group, the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD) provides anonymised NHS data for research, supporting high‑quality observational studies and real‑world evidence. The Research Data Governance Officer supports the managemen

The Senior Marketing Performance Officer will help establish a clear and consistent view of marketing performance across the organisation, translating audience insight, campaign results and marketing data into actionable recommendations that shape future strategy.

A charitable foundation in Greater London is hiring a Research and Policy Officer to support efforts against ageism and improve the quality of life for older individuals. The role requires strong project management and research skills, alongside a solid understanding of UK policy.

We are looking for a new Farm Research Officer to join the team on a full‑time, permanent basis.

A prestigious university in London is seeking a Research Officer in Monetary and Financial Markets to contribute to sustainable economic research. Candidates should be nearing completion of a PhD in economics or finance and possess advanced quantitative research skills.

Research Officers and Economic Analysts at NERA will have the opportunity to:. Write research reports and prepare client presentations for senior staff and clients to help them make informed economic decisions. To enjoy microeconomics and quantitative research.

A leading AI talent firm is seeking a remote Compliance Officer with over 4 years of experience. The role involves creating deliverables, diagnosing issues, and contributing to AI research, all while working flexibly on your own schedule. Apply now to join a pioneering team that connects top talent

A UK education charity is looking for an Audience Engagement and Research Officer to join their mission. This full-time role involves engaging with teachers and school leaders, conducting research to gather insights, managing projects, and analyzing data.

Equity is hiring a new Policy Officer (Workforce Rights and Research) within the Policy & Public Affairs section. Their day-to-day responsibilities will include developing Equity policy on their brief, advising our officers, members and staff, responding to consultations, conducting research and ana

A respected health research organization in London is seeking a Data Protection Officer responsible for ensuring compliance with GDPR and overseeing data protection activities.

The role involves enhancing the reach and impact of policy and advocacy work related to research and development.

A leading health organization in England is seeking a Senior Project Officer to champion project management best practices across the organization.

We are recruiting a Research, Insight and Impact Officer to play a central role in that next phase. Subject: Research, Insight and Impact Officer Application.

This full-time research officer position is to work with Eleanor Power as part of her Research Leadership Award, funded by the Leverhulme Trust, titled ‘Reputational Poverty Traps’ and the Reproduction of Social Inequality in South Asia and the World. Postdoctoral Research Officer in Modelling S

Qube Research & Technologies (QRT) is a global quantitative and systematic investment manager, operating in all liquid asset classes across the world. Combining data, research, technology, and trading expertise has shaped QRT’s collaborative mindset which enables us to solve the most complex chall

Key duties of the Research and Design Officer include data collection and analysis, covering both qualitative research and design engagements (workshops, interviews, and focus groups – with young people, practitioners and system leaders) and quantitative work (surveys, synthesis of secondary and a

Action Medical Research exists for one reason: funding the highest quality research to give children a better chance at life. The ambition for Action Medical Research is to grow our fundraising and financing base to fund more projects that we see and successfully appraise, so that Action Medical Res