Chief Operating Officer

15 hours ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom GSG Impact Full time

Job description

About us

GSG Impact is a UK-registered charity with a global footprint. We work with a network of National Partners and collaborators across multiple countries to help build "impact economies", strengthening the systems, relationships and market infrastructure that enable capital and policy to deliver better social and environmental outcomes. Our work brings together evidence, convening power and practical support, partnering with leaders across public, private and civil society to accelerate progress and share what works globally.

The role

We are seeking an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead our organisational operations, including finance, HR, governance, compliance and risk. You will ensure strong systems, controls and processes that enable excellent delivery across an international organisation.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead organisational operations across finance, HR, IT, legal, admin and key systems
  • Own budgeting, forecasting, reporting, audit and treasury/controls
  • Strengthen UK charity governance, policies, compliance and risk management
  • Oversee contracts, procurement, supplier management and external advisers
  • Lead people operations across multiple jurisdictions (including Employer of Record arrangements)

About you

  • Track record in UK charity governance/compliance and international operations
  • Senior operational leader with strong financial and people management experience
  • Confident working across complex stakeholder environments and multi-country teams
  • Clear communicator, pragmatic problem-solver, calm under pressure

How to apply

Please send CV (max 2 pages) and a cover letter (max 1 page) explaining your suitability.

GSG Impact is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and will carry out appropriate pre-employment checks.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications or appoint a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.

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