At a glance

Skills

Accountancy / Auditing
Financial management
Fundraising research / Bid writing
Fundraising strategy
Governance

Where

London, WC1X 0ND

Mainly at home

Travel limit? Ideally you would live close to London to attend evening board meetings, however we are flexible.

Time

Mostly outside office hours Estimate of time needed:
0-5 hours / month or 1-3 hours / week Our official board meetings are one per quarter and are in person in Central London. There will be a catch-up meeting in-between virtually.

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We are seeking a finance and/or accounting professional at board level to play a pivotal role in guiding our organisation toward financial sustainability.

What will you be doing?

Background of the Organisation

The Land Collective is currently in the midst of revamping our business model and financial allocations to create a more sustainable future. As a small social enterprise, we have relied heavily on the dedication of our founder, who has self-funded the organisation and taken on freelance work to bridge financial gaps.

While we are proud to have established strong relationships with corporate partners who support our programmes, we recognise the need for additional guidance to maximise these partnerships financially, build reserves, and plan strategically for the future. Our goal is to stabilise our finances and ensure our mission can thrive without over-reliance on external or personal funding.

Key Deliverables

A comprehensive financial forecast and budget that supports sustainable growth and profitability.
Regular financial updates to the board and leadership team, ensuring clarity and informed decision-making.
A clear financial strategy to stabilise the organisation’s finances and maximise its impact.
Recommendations and actionable plans to achieve profitability, build reserves, and improve financial health.

What are we looking for?

What You’ll Do

Support the financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning of the organisation, ensuring alignment with our goals and mission.
Provide strategic advice to the founder and leadership team on pathways to profitability, helping to turn around the organisation’s current financial position.
Analyse financial data and produce reports to inform decision-making and ensure transparency.
Help create and implement financial strategies to maximise income and manage costs effectively.
Advise on financial risks and opportunities, ensuring the organisation operates within its financial means.
Offer insights into funding strategies, including sponsorships, grants, and income-generating activities.

Skills, Experience, and Qualities

Skills:

Strong financial acumen, with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to address complex financial challenges.
Excellent communication skills to present financial information clearly and effectively.

Experience:

Significant experience in finance, accounting, or banking, ideally at a senior level (e.g., CFO or similar).
Knowledge of Community Interest Companies (CICs) or similar structures, with an understanding of their unique financial needs.
Experience supporting organisations in financial turnaround situations is highly desirable.

Qualities:

Non-judgemental, empathetic, and supportive, with a genuine passion for making a positive impact on young people’s lives.
Collaborative and approachable, eager to work closely with the founder and leadership team.
Enthusiastic about helping a small organisation maximise its potential and grow sustainably.

What difference will you make?

Your expertise will help us stabilise and strengthen our finances, enabling us to continue delivering meaningful programmes for young people and expanding our impact. By developing robust financial strategies, you will help turn the organisation into a financially sustainable social enterprise. Your contributions will ensure we maximise every opportunity to empower young people, create lasting change, and build a stronger foundation for the future.

This is a unique opportunity to bring your financial expertise to a mission-driven organisation and play a critical role in shaping its success and sustainability.

About The Land Collective CIC

Causes

Black, asian and minority ethnic groups

Education

Training / employment support

Young people

Organisation type:

Not for profit

The Land Collective is an award-winning, social mobility organisation that aims to develop the next generation of diverse leaders in real estate and the built environment.

Finance Board Member (Non-Executive) for Small Social Mobility Organisation