We are The Trust Partnership.  We are a fast-growing and innovative social enterprise helping charitable foundations and almshouses to be better managed and to use their resources more effectively for the benefit of the wider public.  In short, we are having a big impact in philanthropy and almshouse sectors.

We are excited that we’ve not only been able to build a thriving business, but to do so on strong ethical foundations. The way we look after our staff, our clients and other stakeholders is important to us, and being a B Corporation is evidence of that.   We believe it’s possible to be a good business and a profitable one at the same time.

We are a growing business and are regularly looking for clerks with experience who can support our portfolio of trusts and almshouse charities. You will be supporting our colleagues in grantmaking, administration, property management and resident welfare.  Experience of working with boards of Trustees is essential, as is a working knowledge of Charity Commission regulations in grantmaking or almshouse organisations.

You need to be able to access London easily and sometimes at short notice and be able to travel in and around the capital.  You will alternate working from home with working from our offices in either London or Gloucestershire. Occasionally you may be required to travel to other almshouse properties outside London.  You will also be required to undertake a DBS check.

We are looking for motivated individuals with an exemplary work ethic and a professional attitude.  Accuracy is essential and an eye for detail that is balanced with an ability to see the bigger picture. Respect, integrity and emotional awareness are central to the role.

Working with us you will receive the following benefits:

• Career progression opportunities
• Flexible working environment
• Professional development
• Membership of an employee benefits platform
• Charitable Giving matching up to £200 per annum
• 24 days’ holiday per annum plus bank holidays (FTE)
• Christmas shutdown (included in above)
• Additional day’s contractual leave entitlement after each fifth year of service (up to a total of six days)
• Eyecare voucher scheme.

How to apply:

Please send an email with your CV and a covering letter, noting your relevant experience, to Andrea Cutler at [email protected]

Please confirm your agreement to us holding your CV for six months if there are no current vacancies.

Full or Part time

Based in Trull, Gloucestershire (with home working for part of the week)

We are The Trust Partnership.  We are a fast-growing and innovative social enterprise helping charitable foundations and almshouses to be better managed and to use their resources more effectively for the benefit of the wider public.  In short, we are having a big impact in philanthropy and the almshouse sector.

We are excited that we’ve not only been able to build a thriving business, but to do so on strong ethical foundations. The way we look after our staff, our clients and other stakeholders is important to us, and being a B Corporation is evidence of that.   We believe it’s possible to be a good business and a profitable one at the same time.

Main purpose and scope of the job:

We are always on the lookout for people with excellent organisation, communication and ICT skills who understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality. You will prepare meeting packs, support the Clerks to Trustees and be the principal point of contact for the grantmaking activities of your clients. You will provide excellent support to client Trustees as well as cover for absences within our team.

Duties and key responsibilities:

Provide excellent administrative services to senior colleagues and some direct support to clients, where appropriate, including (but not limited to):

• Processing grant applications using databases such as Salesforce and Formstack.
• Preparing meeting packs for client meetings and providing support at client meetings (attendance may be necessary).
• Liaison with grant applicants, beneficiaries and almshouse residents.
• Liaising with clients, banks and suppliers as necessary.
• Assisting with changes to client websites.
• General administrative duties such as filing, post, file management, data storage and disposal.
• Liaising with the clients’ finance team.
• General administrative duties.

Provide support to the team by:

• Answering phone calls and assisting callers to access the right person/information.
• Helping others when time allows.

The Benefits

• Work as part of a friendly and caring team
• Lovely offices in a farm building with some flexible home working
• Free parking
• Membership of an employee benefits platform
• Charitable Giving matching up to £200 per annum
• 24 days’ holiday per annum plus bank holidays (FTE)
• Christmas shutdown (included in above)
• Additional day’s contractual leave entitlement after each fifth year of service (up to a total of six days)
• Eyecare vouchers

About You:

To join us as an Administrator you will need:

• A high level of computer literacy, using Microsoft Office 365 applications
• Experience of working with databases
• An excellent telephone manner
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A keen interest in the charitable sector
• A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (due to our office location)
• To be motivated, focussed and keen to help with a positive attitude and attention to detail
• To be able to work on your own initiative.

How to apply:

Please send an email with your CV and a covering letter, noting your relevant experience, to Andrea Cutler at [email protected]

Please confirm your agreement to us holding your CV for six months if there are no current vacancies.

Full time

Based in Trull, Gloucestershire (with home working for part of the week)

We are The Trust Partnership.  We are a fast growing and innovative social enterprise helping charitable foundations and almshouses to be better managed and to use their resources more effectively for the benefit of the wider public.  In short, we are having a big impact in philanthropy and almshouse sectors.

We are excited that we’ve not only been able to build a thriving business, but to do so on strong ethical foundations. The way we look after our staff, our clients and other stakeholders is important to us, and being a B Corporation is evidence of that.   We believe it’s possible to be a good business and a profitable one at the same time.

Click here to find out more about the role, including salary expectations – or read on to find out how your skills match the needs of our team.

Main purpose and scope of the job

We are looking for someone special to join our growing business.  The successful candidate will possess excellent organisation, communication and ICT skills and be able to maintain confidentiality at all times. You will prepare meeting agendas and papers, support the Clerks to Trustees and be the principle point of contact for the grant making activities of your clients. You will provide excellent support to client Trustees as well as cover for absences within our team.

Duties and key responsibilities:

• To work closely with colleagues, professionals and third parties to ensure efficient and effective delivery of the almshouse management services
• To liaise with trustees, professionals and third parties as necessary
• To maintain accurate and up to date records on more than one database
• To assist with ensuring the governance requirements for clients are met
• To update websites and databases for client charities
• To hold a record of important dates and deadlines and to oversee that they are met
• To assist with resident contact and consultation including drafting and sending newsletters
• To assist with event planning where necessary
• To ensure invoices are processed for payment
• To implement policies and procedures, as relevant, and to be particularly mindful of best practice for safeguarding, data protection and health and safety compliance.
• To prepare the first draft of a meeting agenda, collate the papers, set up online invitations, distribute the meeting papers and assist post-meeting with matters arising and chasing actions
• To assist with regulatory submissions
• To assist with resident correspondence including licences
• To maintain the almshouse applicant eligibility list and assist with advertising vacant almshouses
• To liaise with almshouse applicants and to arrange interviews
• To assist with resident survey paperwork and analysis

Provide support to the team by:

• Answering phone calls and assisting callers to access the right person/information.
• Helping others when time allows.

Candidate Specification

To join us as an Almshouse Administrator you will need:

• Knowledge of working within an almshouse environment
• Experience of working in the charitable sector or in a local authority/public body
• Excellent IT skills including use of Word, Excel and databases
• Excellent organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to get on with people from a broad range of backgrounds.
• To be able to communicate in a respectful, helpful, polite and efficient manner
• To be personable and with a proven positive, willing, professional and flexible outlook.
• Integrity, patience, respectfulness and a kind disposition
• Ability to work within a small team
• Ability to work as a lone worker
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload
• Proven ability to respect confidentiality

The Benefits

• Work as part of a friendly and caring team
• Lovely offices in a farm building with some flexible home working
• Free parking
• Membership of an employee benefits platform
• Charitable Giving matching
• 24 days’ holiday per annum plus Bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown (included in above)
• Additional day’s contractual leave entitlement after each fifth year of service (up to a total of six days)
• Eyecare vouchers

Application Process

Please send an email with your CV and a covering letter, noting your relevant experience, to Andrea Cutler at [email protected]

Applications will be considered on a first come, first served basis.