HEAD OF FINANCE, GLOBAL RUGBY PLAYERS FOUNDATION

Location: Home Based
Salary: £60,000 pro rata
Hours: Part Time - 2 days per week (or equivalent)

WHO WE ARE

The Global Rugby Players Foundation is a registered charity set up to support players’ smooth transition into their life beyond the game. The Foundation has been created by our eleven Founders (Alicia Lucas, Conrad Smith, Census Johnston, Dan Carter, Jonny Wilkinson, Kristine Sommer, Richie McCaw, Rachel Burford, Sharni Williams, Siya Kolisi and Thierry Dusautoir), in partnership with World Rugby and International Rugby Players.

EXPERIENCE

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Substantial experience in a standalone and senior finance position preferably in a charity, start-up, or growth-stage organisation.
• Strong technical knowledge of charity accounting and financial compliance.
• Experience of international and multi-currency financial management.
• Proven track record of building systems and functions from scratch.
• Experience of working collaboratively with others from a remote base.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles and month-end processes.
• Excellent communicator, able to translate finance for non-financial audiences to influence at Board level.
• Entrepreneurial and proactive, comfortable leading in a start-up environment.
• Strong business acumen and ability to strategise and solve problems.
• Independent, confident, and able to act as the sole senior finance voice.
• Integrity-driven, with a commitment to accountability and transparency.
• Flexible and collaborative, with the ability to operate across cultures and jurisdictions.

OUR PURPOSE

• Support players in navigating their transition from rugby while empowering them to face the challenges associated with the loss of identity that accompanies leaving the game.
• Promote the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of players after rugby, by offering comprehensive support services and proactive mental health programmes.
• Prevent the social exclusion of the most vulnerable players, including those facing challenges such as unemployment, financial difficulties, physical or mental illness, substance abuse, or dependencies, by providing necessary support and resources.
• Encourage players to use their capacity as role models to create positive change in their communities.
• Advocate the importance of supporting players throughout their entire life, and not just their playing careers.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Head of Finance is a standalone role and will be the organisation’s go-to expert on finance and accounting compliance.
As our senior financial officer, you shall provide direct financial support and challenge to the Chief Executive and Board, ensuring the Foundation has the financial resilience, insight, and systems to achieve rapid international growth. Operationally, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and control of the Foundation’s finances, this includes leading on financial advice, process, strategy, compliance, reporting, and operational finance.
This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with inspiring founders and world-class athletes and high-level leaders. You’ll be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about driving positive change.
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements provide the balance you need, whilst you contribute to a cause that truly matters.