Head of Corporate Services

Job Title: Head of Corporate Services

Reports to: Director of Finance & Corporate Services

Salary: £51,014

Contract: Permanent, full time (37.5 hours per week)

Location: Flexible, with substantial travel required

Purpose of the role

You will make sure our corporate services functions are effective, efficient and meet legal and other requirements.

You will make sure staff feel part of a focused, supportive and engaged team.

You will offer expert advice and support to colleagues and the wider party on technical corporate services issues, including finance and HR matters.

Direct Reports

People Manager Management Accountant IT Admin Assistant

Project Accountant Office Manager

Join the Liberal Democrats as a Corporate Services Leader!

Are you an experienced professional with a passion for driving organisational excellence? The Liberal Democrats are seeking a dynamic leader to oversee and enhance our corporate services functions, ensuring they are efficient, compliant, and supportive of our mission.

About the Role
This pivotal position will lead critical functions, including finance, HR, IT, and office management. You will play a key role in strategic planning, staff engagement, and safeguarding while providing expert advice across the organisation. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Corporate Services, you’ll manage a diverse team and collaborate with stakeholders to drive growth and electoral success.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, including budgets, reporting, and compliance.
• Lead and implement HR strategies covering policy, recruitment, L&D, and employee relations.
• Act as the safeguarding lead for the organisation.
• Drive strategies for office management and hybrid working arrangements.
• Foster a supportive, engaged, and high-performing team culture.
• Manage payroll, health and safety, and key organisational projects.

About You
We’re looking for a strategic thinker with a proven track record in managing corporate services. You’ll need:

• Strong financial acumen to manage a £5m+ budget.
• HR leadership experience in a 60+ person organisation.
• Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
• Sympathy with the aims and values of the Liberal Democrats.

Desirable Qualifications

• ACCA, CIMA, or MCIPD qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Experience working with volunteers and understanding their needs.

This is your chance to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation at the heart of UK politics.

How to Apply
Click the link below to view the full job description and application details.

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Join us and help make our country better! 

Please fully read through the requirements of the job before applying and take a few minutes to complete our Equality and Diversity Monitoring Forms then proceed with your application.

A full CV of no more than two pages and including a telephone number and email address;
A covering letter (no more than one A4 page) setting out why you want the job and how your experience and skills are relevant to it;
To be considered for this position, please submit your application to Recruitment@libdems.org.uk 
 

We will be reviewing applications as they come in and reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

Please note: We will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf.

Applicants are encouraged to inform us if any reasonable adjustments are needed to be made during any part of the recruitment process.

Please let us have details of your current salary and two referees including one from your current employer – if you would prefer us not to contact them until a later stage of the selection process, please let us know.

Please note: Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we cannot confirm receipt of applications. The inbox is frequently monitored on a daily basis and all applications are passed on to the Recruitment Managers for the advertised positions.

The Party believes it is essential to foster equity, equality, diversion and inclusion within our workforce. We want our employees to thrive in an environment where everyone is welcome and supported to achieve their potential. It is important to celebrate what makes us unique and that you feel valued, appreciated and free to be who you are.