Chief Operating Officer

The COO will manage the internal activities of HJS, ensure financial forecasting and discipline, and make key operational decisions while maintaining accountability.

The COO will lead in financial management and forecasting, support the Executive Director in strategic development, and handle office management, HR, and legal matters. This position offers opportunities for strategic vision and organizational leadership on a macro level, combined with a hands-on approach to micro issues. Collaborating closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Trustees, the COO will lead by example, manage the Senior Management Team, provide guidance to all employees, and ensure the quality of the charity’s work.

We seek an individual comfortable with addressing problems directly, foreseeing and preventing issues within projects, managing multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously, and fostering staff collaboration and development. Candidates with experience in restructuring internal operations to improve corporate culture and demonstrable people skills are particularly welcome. The goal is to provide consistent strategic, financial, and operational leadership alongside the Executive Director and Board of Trustees, creating a platform for growth to enable the organization to reach its full potential.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious candidate to further develop their skills and profile. It is suitable for those ready to take on a challenging and exciting role at a growing organization, as well as individuals with existing management expertise seeking a new challenge at the forefront of public debate.

We are looking for someone passionate about making a difference in the public policy world, understanding that this role goes beyond a standard 9-5 job. The rewards, both professionally and personally, are significant, as evidenced by the notable careers of past team members. However, achieving these rewards requires dedication and commitment.

Responsibilities:

Planning and Performance

• Lead on business, logistical, and operational planning.
• Design, develop, and implement the business and strategic plan for HJS, providing reports and strategic advice to the Executive Director and Board of Trustees on goals and progress.
• Oversee organizational project management, from conception through post-project evaluations, including critical path analysis, troubleshooting, and cost-benefit analysis.
• Ensure internal teams meet targets and operate effectively.
• Plan cost-effective business strategies for income growth and develop new revenue-generating ideas based on market and industry insights.

Finance

• Budgeting and forecasting, including maintaining cash flow and profit & loss projections for the HJS Group, and reporting quarterly to the Finance Sub-Committee and Board of Trustees.
• Oversee all financial administration and processing.
• Lead the annual audit.

Governance and Operations

• Manage all governance meetings (Board of Trustees, Finance Sub-Committee, Senior Management Team, and AGM).
• Develop and oversee organizational policy and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and data processing laws.
• Oversee the organization’s IT systems and CRM operation.

Human Resources

• Foster a positive, proactive, and committed organizational culture.
• Manage HR bureaucracy and associated meetings and processes.
• Directly line-manage the Director of Research, Director of Communications & Policy, and Director of Development.
• Directly line-manage the Operations Manager and Events Manager.
• Ensure smooth operation of the volunteer program, including recruitment, training, and opportunities for volunteers.

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