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Helen & Douglas House

Director of Finance & Operations

The closing date is 26 March 2026

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Job summary

Director of Finance & Operations Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Oxford Salary: £85,000 per annum Closing date: 26th March 2026 at 12 noon Join Helen & Douglas House as our next Director of Finance & Operations Help to shape the future of the worlds first childrens hospice and make a profound difference to the lives of local families. Helen & Douglas House has been supporting children living with life limiting conditions and their families for more than 40 years. We are a place of compassion, expertise and unwavering commitment and now, we are searching for an exceptional Director of Finance & Operations to help ensure we build upon our unique legacy of innovative and impactful care and support.

Main duties of the job

A role with purpose. A role with impact. As a key member of our Executive Team and working closely with our CEO and Board of Trustees, you will be at the heart of strategic decision making ensuring our resources, systems and operations are effective, efficient, and aligned with the needs of the children and families we serve. This is an opportunity to influence the long-term sustainability of a truly special organisation at an important and exciting time for the hospice sector.

About us

At Helen & Douglas House, every decision you make directly supports children and families facing life-limiting conditions. You will join a committed, values driven Executive Team and help to lead an organisation with a powerful mission and deep community roots. If youre motivated by our purpose and ready to bring your expertise to an organisation where your leadership will truly matter, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us secure an impactful and sustainable future for Helen & Douglas House and the families we serve. Please note that everyone working for Helen & Douglas House are required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Helen & Douglas House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and value the benefits of a diverse workforce. We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community.

Details

Date posted

27 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£85,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

HND1180431

Job locations

14a Magdalen Road

Oxford

Oxfordshire

OX4 1RW


Job description

Job responsibilities

What youll lead In this role, you will provide strategic leadership across Finance, Estates & Operations, Information Systems, Data & Governance, Risk, Health & Safety and our Project Management Office. Providing insightful financial leadership to help shape our strategic plans. Oversee the annual corporate planning and budget cycle. Ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance and effective risk management. Lead our Estates & Facilities strategy, ensuring our buildings and environments remain safe, high quality and fit for purpose. Guide the development of an effective organisational information systems strategy. Support and empower a talented cohort of Heads of Department fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and excellence. Act as a trusted ambassador to regulators, partners, advisors and donors.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What youll lead In this role, you will provide strategic leadership across Finance, Estates & Operations, Information Systems, Data & Governance, Risk, Health & Safety and our Project Management Office. Providing insightful financial leadership to help shape our strategic plans. Oversee the annual corporate planning and budget cycle. Ensure strong governance, regulatory compliance and effective risk management. Lead our Estates & Facilities strategy, ensuring our buildings and environments remain safe, high quality and fit for purpose. Guide the development of an effective organisational information systems strategy. Support and empower a talented cohort of Heads of Department fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and excellence. Act as a trusted ambassador to regulators, partners, advisors and donors.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA)
  • Evidence of appropriate CPD

Desirable

  • IWFM qualified
  • Membership of a relevant professional body

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience in a similar leadership role, with responsibility for multiple Departments.
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen with a track record of successful financial management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to drive results.

Desirable

  • Experience of operating at a senior/strategic level within the Not for Profit and/or Healthcare sector.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA)
  • Evidence of appropriate CPD

Desirable

  • IWFM qualified
  • Membership of a relevant professional body

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience in a similar leadership role, with responsibility for multiple Departments.
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen with a track record of successful financial management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to drive results.

Desirable

  • Experience of operating at a senior/strategic level within the Not for Profit and/or Healthcare sector.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Helen & Douglas House

Address

14a Magdalen Road

Oxford

Oxfordshire

OX4 1RW


Employer's website

https://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Helen & Douglas House

Address

14a Magdalen Road

Oxford

Oxfordshire

OX4 1RW


Employer's website

https://www.helenanddouglas.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment

Recruitment

recruitment@helenanddouglas.org.uk

01865794749

Details

Date posted

27 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£85,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

HND1180431

Job locations

14a Magdalen Road

Oxford

Oxfordshire

OX4 1RW


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