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The Leicester Freemen’s Estate is seeking a capable and committed Assistant Manager to support the day-to-day running of a long-established and well-managed Charity. This is a hands-on role working closely with the Manager / Clerk and the Board to maintain strong administrative and financial processes that support the Charity’s work and ongoing responsibilities to its members.
This opportunity would suit someone with experience in charity administration or a similar field, looking to further develop their career within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities of Assistant Manager:
- An office-based role, you will support the Manager and Board in maintaining effective charity administration
- Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements
- Provide administrative support for Board and sub-committee meetings
- Assist in preparing meeting agendas and taking minutes and follow-up reports
- Help maintain financial records and support the preparation of monthly accounts
- Support the procurement of goods and services through competitive tendering
- Take responsibility for the office in the absence of the Manager
- Contribute to planning and delivering occasional events for the Freemen
- Liaise with members, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders
- As Assistant Manager you will carry out all other general administrative duties as required
About You:
- Comfortable being hands-on and involved in a wide variety of tasks, and making a real contribution to a team environment
- Organised, with good attention to detail and follow-through
- Experience of working within a charitable or not-for-profit organisation would be helpful
- Confident with maintaining accurate records, including financial records
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Able to manage time effectively and work independently when needed
- Be available for a set evening each month to assist with the Monthly Board meetings, taking Minutes as appropriate
What We Offer to the Assistant Manager:
- A meaningful role supporting a traditional charity with a strong financial position
- Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Manager and engaged Board
- A salary of between £25k and £28k depending experience, for a 30-hour week position, spread over a 5-day working week
- An office-based role, based in the Aylestone, Leicester office - with free onsite parking
If you're looking to build on your existing experience and play a key role as Assistant Manager in a well-run and respected charitable organisation, we’d like to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter explaining your interest in the role.
