Director of Corporate Services

3 days ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Yolk Recruitment Ltd Full time
Job Title: Director of Corporate Services

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Director of Corporate Services to join our team at Yolk Recruitment Ltd. As a key member of our Senior Management Team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the effective delivery of all corporate functions.

About the Role

The Director of Corporate Services will be responsible for leading all aspects of corporate operations, including financial management, human resources, IT, procurement, and governance. You will work closely with our Board, colleagues, suppliers, funders, and stakeholders to uphold high standards of corporate governance, integrity, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Financial Management: Provide strategic leadership and set standards for robust financial management, ensuring statutory obligations are met and working closely with External Auditors.
  • Human Resources: Lead on developing and implementing HR policies and procedures to promote a positive work culture and employee engagement.
  • IT Supply, Equipment, and Cybersecurity: Ensure effective management of IT systems, infrastructure, and equipment to support operational efficiency and security.
  • Procurement and Contract Management: Lead on developing and implementing procurement strategies to optimise value for money and mitigate risks.
  • Governance: Strengthen and maintain governance frameworks, controls, and procedures to ensure robust compliance with legal, statutory, and reporting requirements.
Requirements
  • Proven experience in corporate and financial management and governance, preferably in a similar role.
  • Demonstrable senior leadership experience, including ensuring a positive and enabling organisational culture and working effectively with colleagues at Board and executive level.
  • Proven experience of strategic and operational financial planning, management, budgeting, and reporting.
  • Demonstrable experience of successfully shaping, delivering, and adapting business plans to achieve strategic objectives, balance competing priorities, and navigate challenges.
  • Excellent leadership skills, capable of enabling organisations to establish and implement effective systems for delivery and compliance.
  • Knowledge of corporate governance principles and practice, and of regulatory and statutory compliance and reporting.
  • Strategic and analytical thinker with the ability to align delivery of corporate services with organisational goals.
  • Collaborative and inclusive leadership style and a strong team player.
  • Results-oriented and proactive approach to addressing challenges.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Language Proficiency

At least an intermediate level of Cymraeg (Welsh) is essential for this role. We are committed to supporting all staff to strengthen their Cymraeg skills and confidence.

The day-to-day conversational language of the company is Cymraeg, and we use both Cymraeg and English flexibly when discussing and presenting technical and operational matters.

What We Offer
  • Starting salary of £71,500
  • Flexible working
  • Annual leave of 30 days + public holidays + St David's Day
  • Civil service pension
  • A range of additional benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees.

We welcome applications in Welsh or English.



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