Seeking a Role

How we can help

We work with organisations that fall into the not for profit and public sectors, ranging across: arts, charities, education, central government, local government, housing and the NHS.

With a particular focus on finance, we recruit roles across all corporate services, ranging from mid-senior to executive search.

If you are looking for your next role and want to explore the areas we specialise in, our approach would be to put together a bespoke plan to ensure you are being considered for the best possible roles.

At Ivy Rock, our role goes beyond that of simply sending you job descriptions and arranging your interviews – we can make introductions to those in our network to better your understanding of the sector/choices you have; provide interview training; offer expert insights; invites to specific networking events; provide cv advice and help with applications at every stage. We want to find ways to help and put you in the very best position to get the right role.

Testimonials

Stella Atherstone

Stella Atherstone

Current Chief Operating Officer at Peter Jones Foundation
Michael is the critical friend you need when recruiting or job hunting. He will suggest alternatives when your expectations of the output vs value of a role are too high or your personal aspirations are too low. He willingly shares feedback, pointing out strengths and challenges of roles, candidates and employers. I have asked the impossible of Michael and he has managed my expectations in a thoughtful and constructive manner. He is the first person I call when I'm looking for a candidate or looking to move roles. His ability to find the right person for the job is why I have solely worked with him for my recruitment needs in the last few years and recommended him to many of my other colleagues in the arts and charity sector for recruitment of roles in their teams and to people I know looking for their next move."
Natasha Porter

Natasha Porter

Chief Executive Officer at Unlocked Graduates
Michael helped me find two finance and operations directors for my organisation. I had quite specific requirements for the type of person I wanted in the role, particularly how they approached problems and the importance that they were a strong cultural fit with the organisation. Michael really listened to what I needed and found great shortlists of applicants including people who would otherwise never have come into our network. Despite over 100 applications coming through other routes, during the last hiring process, two out of three shortlisted candidates in the final round were ones Michael had found, and we appointed an applicant he had called me up to tell me about right at the start of the search.
Phil Harding

Phil Harding

Finance Director at University College London
I have known Michael since around 2014. He has undertaken several assignments for me in my role as CFO at University College London, including sourcing senior staff into my finance team. I have been really impressed with the time Michael took to familiarise himself with the organisation and develop an in-depth understanding of my needs and the work context. This ensured that he was able to identify exceptionally strong candidate fields and resulted in securing high quality members of the team, who have proved extremely valuable.

Featured Jobs

Part time

Head of People

London
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per year

Ivy Rock Partners are thrilled to be working with the Philharmonia Orchestra in appointing an outstanding experienced HR professional to support, nurture and develop the Philharmonia’s employees and players. This newly created senior level appointment will help to ensure that the Orchestra is an inclusive, welcoming environment where individuals have the skills […]

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Permanent

Head of Finance

Central London
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per year

If you are looking for a senior finance role with a broad remit, a supportive CFO and a mandate to shape and develop the finance function of an impressive Not for Profit organisation, this Head of Finance role with CILEX may be the right next step for you. Joining at […]

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Permanent

Head of Residencies

London
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year

Ivy Rock Partners are delighted to be working with The Philharmonia Orchestra in seeking an outstanding individual to nurture and develop the Philharmonia’s extensive series of residencies and relationships with major UK concert halls, and its diverse portfolio of external recordings, projects and film work, as well as seeking out […]

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Permanent

International Finance Business Partner

London
Salary: £35,000 - £43,000 per month

This international finance role is a brilliant step for those interested in being part of a global network operating in multiple countries across the world. With the opportunity to travel post-COVID, this is an exciting opportunity to join the International Development sector with exposure to programmes. Offering the chance to […]

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Permanent

Financial Controller

London
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per year

If you are looking for a varied Financial Management role with responsibilities ranging from Group financial analysis and reporting to tackling technical financial challenges, this position with a large, established national charity might be the right next step for you. This role offers a great opportunity to gain exposure to a broad remit across […]

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Permanent

Finance Systems Manager

London
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per month

If you are a Finance Systems expert, interested in taking on a role where you will be the go-to expert managing process and system development for a large charity, this may be the right next step for you. Working for an organisation with an excellent benefits package, this role offers […]

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Permanent

Chief Financial Officer

Central London
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per year

A fantastic opportunity to join The Place, London’s creative powerhouse for dance development, as the Chief Financial Officer at a time of exciting change. The Place has been leading the way in dance training, creation, and performance for over 50 years. In a changing landscape, our mission for the future […]

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Permanent

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

London
Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 per year

Ivy Rock Partners are working with a large INGO to recruit a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis to provide leadership and strategic support across the charity. The Head of Financial Planning & Analysis will work closely with senior management and high-profile external stakeholders to deliver a first-class analytical service. […]

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