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  • Interior Designer
    Interior Designer
    4 days ago
    Full-time
    South Kensington, London

    The Kit Kemp Design Studio is known for creating colourful and tailored interiors that combine craftsmanship and contemporary sophistication. Our projects are based worldwide, ranging from design for Firmdale Hotels' award-winning interiors to elegant homes on the French Riviera and large real estate in Palm Desert. Explore KitKemp.com, our newly launched website, to get a feel for our products, ethos, and approach. What We're Looking For: • Someone who demonstrates a passionate love of design, art, and beauty., • Someone who will work alongside the Directors and Associates at the highest level to lead multiple and varied IA and FF&E projects, with the assistance of more junior team members., • A confident, loyal, trustworthy, dynamic, and charming person who can engage with clients, project consultant teams, suppliers, contractors, and fabricators., • Someone unafraid to take responsibility, ensuring the Kit Kemp Design Studio delivers a seamless service to clients., • Strong project leadership skills, including the ability to mentor more junior team members., • A proactive nature, great instincts, and openness to feedback. Key Skills and Experience: • A degree or equivalent in Interior Design/Interior Architecture., • At least 7+ years post-graduate experience with a minimum of 4 years in the luxury residential sector., • Full proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Suite., • A strong background in Interior Architecture, a high standard of technical ability, and broad knowledge of materiality., • A passion for FF&E with vast knowledge of suppliers, products, and specialist finishes. Experience in procurement would be a plus but is not essential., • Experience working on all aspects of projects through all stages, from concept to completion., • An understanding of project programs and deadlines., • Financial understanding of project costs and budget awareness., • An exceptional eye for scale, balance, detail, and colour., • Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Fluency in spoken and written English is essential. Why join Us? Kit Kemp (MBE), a celebrated British interior designer and co-founder of Firmdale Hotels, has garnered numerous awards and accolades for her innovative design work. Here are some of the most notable recognitions: • Andrew Martin International Interior Designer of the Year Award – Often referred to as the "Oscars of the design world," Kit Kemp has received this prestigious award for her distinctive style and impact on interior design., • House & Garden Top 100 Interior Designers 2024 – Kit Kemp has regularly featured on this list, recognising her as one of the most influential designers in the industry., • The Cateys – Best Hotel Group (Firmdale Hotels) – Under Kit Kemp's co-leadership, Firmdale Hotels has won several awards at The Cateys, including the coveted Best Hotel Group Award, highlighting the group's design-led approach and high standards., • Gold Key Awards for Excellence in Hospitality Design – Kit Kemp has won multiple Gold Key Awards for her outstanding hospitality design projects, including hotels within the Firmdale portfolio., • Homes & Gardens Designer Awards – Kit Kemp has been honoured for her contribution to British design, specifically for her ability to combine vibrant colours, patterns, and textures into inviting and imaginative interiors., • Elle Decoration British Design Awards – Recognising her influence on British interior design, Kit Kemp has been celebrated for her unique approach to blending modern and traditional elements., • Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Awards – Several Firmdale Hotels, designed by Kit Kemp, have been featured in this prestigious list, which reflects her excellence in creating stunning, guest-focused hotel environments., • Hospitality Design Awards – Many of Kit Kemp's hotel designs have received recognition at the global Hospitality Design Awards for their originality, aesthetics, and comfort., • Best British Brand (Firmdale Hotels) – Kit Kemp and her Firmdale Hotels have been awarded for their contribution to luxury hospitality and British heritage. These accolades reflect Kit Kemp's visionary approach to design and her exceptional contributions to the fields of interiors and hospitality. Joining the Kit Kemp Design Studio means becoming part of a team that values creativity, innovation, excellence and you will have the chance to work in a vibrant environment. If you are passionate about design, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive in a dynamic setting, we would love to hear from you. Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work in the United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.

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  • Finance and Operations Officer (Remote)
    Finance and Operations Officer (Remote)
    8 days ago
    £36486.3–£44201.23 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Post: Finance and Operations Officer Location: The position is remote but with options for regular co-working with colleagues and for in-person team gatherings roughly every 8 weeks. Salary: £36,486.30-£44,201.23 Contract: Full-time; 37.5-hours per week (opportunities for flexible working considered). About the role The European Leadership Network (ELN) is an independent, non-partisan organisation working to provide practical, real-world solutions to political and security challenges and build better security for wider Europe. Effective financial and operational management is central to ensuring that we can deliver this work sustainably and meet our responsibilities as a charity and grant-funded organisation. The Finance & Operations Officer plays a key role in supporting the effective day-to-day financial and operational management of the ELN. Working closely with the Head of HR & Operations, Senior Management Team and our external accountants, the post holder will help maintain an accurate and up-to-date picture of the organisation’s finances, including managing and monitoring organisational and project budgets, cashflow, expenditure, payments and financial information held within Xero. The role requires strong financial and organisational skills, with particular experience of working with budgets and grant-funded activity. The successful candidate will be confident working with financial information, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and proactive in identifying discrepancies, emerging pressures or areas requiring attention. They will also provide support across the ELN’s wider operations and governance, helping to ensure that our systems and processes are efficient, accurate and appropriate for a small and internationally focused charity. Key Responsibilities: *Finance, Budgets & Grants* · Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in Xero, including processing and monitoring invoices, bills, payments and expenditure, and ensuring transactions are appropriately recorded and allocated. · Develop and maintain organisational, project and grant budgets, working with colleagues to build realistic budgets for funding applications and new projects. · Monitor actual expenditure against budgets throughout the year, identifying variances, potential overspends or underspends and emerging financial pressures, and raising these with the Head of HR & Operations and Senior Management Team as appropriate. · Maintain and regularly update the organisation’s cash flow forecast, incorporating anticipated grant income, expenditure, payroll, and other liabilities, and provide timely information on the ELN’s cash position. · Work closely with Programme Leads/Heads to help them understand and manage their project budgets and provide accurate financial information to support programme planning and delivery. · Support the financial management of ELN’s grants, including maintaining records of restricted and unrestricted funding, grant income, expenditure, payment schedules and financial reporting requirements. · Prepare financial information and reports for funders, including taking responsibility for financial reporting on grants where appropriate. · Work closely with the ELN’s external accountants, providing accurate and timely information for management accounts, year-end accounts, payroll and other financial requirements. · Coordinate monthly payroll information and staff expenses and ensure payments and associated records are processed accurately and on time. · Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process and preparation of financial information for SMT and the Board. Maintain appropriate financial records, documentation and audit trails and support the annual audit/accounts process. · Support the organisation in maintaining appropriate charity financial controls and good practice, including the appropriate management and recording of restricted funds. · Lead on the ELN’s annual charity audit, coordinating the process with our external auditors and accountants, preparing and providing required financial information and documentation, responding to queries, and ensuring the audit is completed accurately and within agreed timescales. *Operations, Governance & Administration* · Support the Head of HR & Operations with the effective day-to-day running of the organisation and the development and maintenance of appropriate operational systems and processes. · Coordinate relationships with relevant external suppliers and service providers, including accountants, insurers, office/co-working providers and other professional advisers. · Maintain accurate organisational records and support compliance with relevant charity, company and governance requirements. · Support the administration of organisational contracts, insurance policies, banking arrangements and other operational services. · Assist with information required for Companies House, the Charity Commission and other regulatory or governance processes. · Contribute to the continuous improvement of ELN’s financial and operational processes, identifying opportunities to make systems more efficient, accurate and robust. · Undertake other reasonable finance and operational responsibilities appropriate to the role. Applicant requirements: *Essential:* · Strong practical experience of financial administration, bookkeeping or finance coordination, with a good understanding of accounting and financial management principles. · Proficient user of Xero accounting software (or equivalent), with practical experience of maintaining financial records, processing bills and invoices, reconciling information and producing financial reports. · Experience creating, maintaining and monitoring budgets, including tracking actual expenditure against budget and identifying and explaining variances. · Experience managing or monitoring multiple projects or grant budgets simultaneously. · Experience preparing or contributing to budgets for funding applications and providing financial information for funder reporting. · Experience in monitoring organisational cashflow and producing or maintaining cashflow forecasts. · Confidence working with financial data and spreadsheets, particularly Excel, and the ability to present financial information clearly to colleagues who do not have a finance background. · Experience working effectively with external accountants or other finance professionals. · Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to identify discrepancies and investigate and resolve them. · Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines independently in a small and fast-moving organisation. · Ability to recognise emerging financial or operational risks and proactively bring them to the attention of senior colleagues. · Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels of an organisation. *Desirable:* · Previous experience working in a charity, NGO or other grant-funded organisation, with a practical understanding of the financial requirements associated with restricted and unrestricted funding. · A relevant bookkeeping/accounting qualification or part-qualification, or demonstrable equivalent professional experience. · Experience supporting payroll and/or year-end accounts and audit processes. · Experience of charity accounting and financial reporting requirements. · Experience working with institutional, government, foundation or international grants. · Experience supporting organisational forecasting and annual budgeting. · Experience of charity governance and regulatory requirements, including the Charity Commission and Companies House. · Experience working in an international environment.

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  • Office manager/business associate
    Office manager/business associate
    1 month ago
    £30000–£37000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Full job description ABOUT ACURABLE Acurable is a fast-growing, venture-backed MedTech startup based in London. We design accurate, user-friendly wearable medical devices that enable patients to be diagnosed and monitored at home. Our goal is to improve health outcomes, reduce pressure on healthcare systems, and transform lives. Our flagship product, AcuPebble SA100, became the first medical device in the world to receive CE marking for the automated diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea at home and has also received FDA clearance for home sleep apnoea testing. It is now being used across healthcare systems in the UK, Europe, and the United States, and has been recommended for use in the NHS by NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence). AcuPebble is the result of over 15 years of research led by our founder, Professor Esther Rodriguez-Villegas, at Imperial College London. The technology has been recognised as a breakthrough in respiratory medicine and has won several prestigious awards, including an XPrize, IET Innovation Award, WA4STEAM Award, and Med-Tech Innovation Award. Our work has been featured in global media, including BBC News, Bloomberg TV, Fox News, and TechCrunch. We recently featured on The Sunday Times Tech 100 list, and AcuPebble SA100 was selected for the NHS Innovation Accelerator as one of the top innovations to scale across the NHS. We are continuing to expand the reach of our technology to support the diagnosis and management of other serious chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, and epilepsy. Acurable has a small but ambitious team with a clear mission. We are looking for exceptional people who share our vision and are ready to help us shape the future of healthcare. ROLE OVERVIEW We are looking for an exceptional Office Manager to join our growing London team. The successful candidate will provide administrative support across different functions, and will play a crucial role in continuing to develop our company culture by making the Acurable office a welcoming place to work and visit. WHAT YOU WILL DO • Develop and implement new administrative processes and systems to improve the efficiency of recurrent tasks., • Maintain company policies, documentation, and compliance calendars., • Manage people processes: onboarding/offboarding, HR records, recruitment support., • Provide administrative support to all departments, including publishing job openings and setting up interviews, on-boarding new employees and organising team events, booking travel and arranging couriers, both domestic and international., • Support the operations department with storage of equipment, fulfilment of customer orders and triage of inbound customer enquiries and requests., • Maintain the condition of the office and project manage the search for and move to new office premises as the company grows., • Liaise with suppliers, landlords, and service providers to keep the office running smoothly., • Handle light finance/admin tasks (e.g. expenses, invoices, petty cash) to keep operations tidy., • Help with logistics and organisation for company events and team culture initiatives., • Be the “go-to person” for all the little (and not so little) things that keep the company running. WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING TO ACURABLE • Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task effectively., • Good sense of initiative and creative approach towards problem solving., • Strong attention to detail and ability to make sure all tasks are seen through to completion., • Relentlessly reliable, with strong organisational and communication skills., • A “no task too big, no task too small” mindset - equally happy preparing audit documentation or arranging a team dinner., • High emotional intelligence - you read the room, know when to listen, and help keep the team connected., • The kind of person who naturally becomes the “go-to” because people trust your judgment, discretion, and warmth., • Eager to learn quickly across compliance, HR, and operations., • Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)., • Comfortable using different tools and systems (HR platforms, Confluence/Jira, spreadsheets, documentation tools)., • Experienced in a startup or small company environment, or keen to adapt quickly. WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY • We provide a fun and entrepreneurial work environment within an exciting high-growth business, where you will use your skills to make a real difference to the lives of millions of people., • You will be joining an experienced and extremely talented team, who will help you grow professionally by providing valuable mentoring and development opportunities., • We offer a competitive remuneration package, flexible hours, generous holiday allowance, regular social events and many other perks we continue adding as the company grows., • We put time and care into finding passionate, committed people, who look out for each other and are prepared to go the extra mile to help Acurable achieve our mission. If that sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, we can’t wait to hear from you. HOW WE WORK This is a hybrid role based in our London office, with flexibility around hours. For the right candidate, we would consider a 4 day working week. What matters most is being present and engaged - great work happens through real conversations, not just screen time. We’re a small, fast-moving team where everyone works with everyone. We believe every individual brings value beyond their title, and the best ideas come from listening, not volume. If you’re evidence-driven, humble, and up for pitching in across the team when needed, you’ll fit right in. This isn’t the right role for someone who wants a narrow remit. We’re looking for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and helps us scale with care, accuracy, and responsibility to the mission and the people behind it. Please apply with your CV and cover letter setting out why you think you would be perfect for this role. Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Benefits: • Casual dress, • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Sick pay Work Location: In person

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