Head of Finance (UK)

Role: Head of Finance (UK)

Hours: Full-time

Pay: Up to 51100 GBP gross per annual (dependent on experience)

Duration:Permanent contract

Location: UK-Med Office Manchester UK with hybrid working (approximately 30% on-site)

Do you have the strategic insight and operational expertise to ensure strong and effective financial leadership in a fast-growing humanitarian organisation

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS weve been working for over 30 years

towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.

As UK-Med continues to grow and scale its impact we are strengthening our financial capacity to meet rising humanitarian this context the new Head of Finance (UK) will play a pivotal role in ensuring the strength integrity and effectiveness of UK-Meds financial management.

Youll lead the operational finance function overseeing budgeting financial reporting payroll treasury and grant management and support for fundraising ensuring the organisation has the financial resilience to deliver life-saving humanitarian responses around the world.

Based in the UK this role is central to maintaining high standards of financial governance supporting sound decision-making managing risk and ensuring effective systems policies and processes. Youll work closely with our Associate Director of Finance and senior leadership team while leading and developing a high-performing finance team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on supporting operational delivery ensuring high-quality financial reporting and strengthening systems. Youll bring together technical excellence and strong leadership skills working collaboratively and effectively in a complex fast-changing environment. Your contribution will directly enable UK-Med to respond rapidly to emergencies and make a tangible impact on people affected by crises.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits a collaborative and supportive working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work.

UK-Med is a growing and ambitious organisation with a passionate team of staff members and volunteers. This is a truly exciting opportunity to shape the future of our financial function and support our mission to provide healthcare in emergencies worldwide.

How to apply

We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - Head of Finance (UK) - November 2025 before applying for this role.

To apply please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (no more than 2 pages) that includes a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification.

Please apply below as soon as possible and no later than Tuesday 2nd December 2025.

Candidates who meet the eligibility and salary thresholds for visa sponsorship may be considered. However its important to note that the role is based in the UK and regular attendance at our Manchester HQ is expected. Therefore candidates currently based outside the UK would need to be willing to relocate if successful.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.