Director Of Finance And Operations

Delivering through an experienced team, the Director of Operations is responsible for providing strategic leadership at our Helipad.

The successful candidate will be a proven leader, with a demonstrable track record in managing multi-disciplinary team and enable them to perform specific and complex operational functions. More specifically, as the Accountable Manager (AM) for London’s Air Ambulance Air Operations Certificate (AOC), the post-holder will be accountable for all aspects of aviation within LAA. Delivery of a robust and transparent Safety Management System in line with the principles of a Just Culture is essential. Oversight of Compliance, under the regulatory framework imposed by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is also key. Previous experience of AOC and related functions is required, and the post holder will be required to successfully complete the CAA’s Accountable Manager course.

London’s Air Ambulance Charity continues to develop a supportive and enabling environment that gets the best out of our people. We promote a culture of progression and professional advancement offering a range of learning and development opportunities. In addition we offer flexible working options, wellbeing packages and family friendly employment policies.

The role is offered on a full time, permanent basis and is based at our Helipad at the Royral London Hospital, Whitechapel, London.

We pride ourselves on our dedication to being an employer that values diversity, we firmly believe that each team member can provide a unique perspective and valuable contribution to the lives of the people we serve, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.