Central Co-op

📣 We're Hiring! Project Manager – Finance 📍 Hybrid Working | 📅 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract We're seeking an experienced Project Manager to join us during an exciting period of change and integration, leading the delivery of finance-related business and technology initiatives. You'll have the autonomy to lead projects independently while collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, and delivering meaningful outcomes. What we're looking for: ✅ Proven project management experience ✅ Experience delivering finance and/or ERP-related projects. ✅ Confident stakeholder management and communication skills ✅ Ability to work independently and drive projects through to completion ✨ If you're a proactive Project Manager who enjoys delivering change and want to be part of a transformative journey, we'd love to hear from you. #ProjectManager #ProjectManagement #FinanceTransformation #BusinessChange #TechnologyChange #Integration #Transformation #FinanceProjects #HybridWorking #Hiring #CareerOpportunity #Leadership #ProjectDelivery

 📣 We're Hiring! ❔ Are you a strategic finance leader who can turn data into meaningful business outcomes? We're currently recruiting a Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FTC – Maternity Cover) to lead financial planning, forecasting, analysis and performance insight across the organisation. We're looking for a qualified Accountant with a strong track record in FP&A, a deep understanding of the drivers behind commercial performance, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders with confidence. You'll be data-led, action-focused, naturally collaborative, and passionate about turning financial insight into impact. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you To find out more and apply 👉 https://lnkd.in/e9AeE-mX #WeAreHiring #FPA #FinanceJobs #HeadOfFPA #QualifiedAccountant #MaternityCover #FinanceLeadership #OurCoop

We're thrilled to share that OurCoop has been shortlisted in two categories at the 2026 National Sustainability Awards! 🌱 Our joint venture, Younity, has been recognised in both Partnership of the Year and Major Project of the Year. Created in partnership with Octopus Energy, Younity is helping communities across the UK take ownership of their renewable energy future. By supporting community energy organisations with long-term power purchase agreements, funding and practical support, we're helping local projects grow while creating lasting environmental and social impact. Being shortlisted in two categories is fantastic recognition of the power of collaboration and what can be achieved when organisations work together to make a difference. Read more about the Younity story and why it's been recognised in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/eAj8dcqu #NationalSustainabilityAwards #Sustainability #CommunityEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Partnership #NetZero #OurCoopFamily #Younity

This Samaritans Awareness Day, we're celebrating a partnership that's making a real difference. Since launching our partnership with Samaritans in 2024, OurCoop colleagues, members and customers have raised more than £400,000 to help ensure someone is always there to listen, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. But the partnership is about more than fundraising. In our latest blog, we meet one of our FuneralCoop colleagues from the West Midlands, who also is also a Samaritans volunteer. They share how supporting bereaved families inspired them to volunteer, why listening without judgement is at the heart of both roles, and the privilege of being there for people during life's most difficult moments. It's a powerful reminder that sometimes the simplest conversations can make the biggest difference. Read the full story below. 💚 https://lnkd.in/eC43HCR5 #SamaritansAwarenessDay #Samaritans #MentalHealth #FuneralCoop #Community #Volunteering Samaritans

Our Walsall Town Centre Food Store has joined Walsall Council's Safe Spaces initiative, providing children and young people with a welcoming place to go if they feel worried, upset or need help while out in the town centre. The store's dedicated quiet room will now be available as a Safe Space, offering practical support and reassurance to anyone under the age of 18 who may need assistance. Whether a young person feels unsafe, has lost their bus ticket, needs to contact a parent or carer, or simply requires somewhere calm to gather themselves, trained colleagues will be on hand to help. As part of the initiative, the store provides access to practical essentials including: • A safe, welcoming place to go • Help contacting a trusted adult or emergency support if needed • Phone chargers and power banks • First aid kits • Free sanitary products for young people under 18 Young people will be able to identify the store as a registered Safe Space through dedicated window signage, with the location also listed on Google Maps alongside other participating venues across Walsall. You can read more about the initiative at https://lnkd.in/eEzEQEvM #SafeSpace #YoungPeople #Community

We're delighted to share that OurCoop has been shortlisted for Transformation Project of the Year at the 2026 Global Sustainability Awards🌍 The awards recognise organisations demonstrating innovation, leadership and measurable impact in creating a more sustainable future. Our green energy transformation projects have been recognised for showing how co-operation can accelerate the transition to renewable energy while supporting community-owned clean energy across the UK. From expanding solar generation across our estate to pioneering renewable energy partnerships and empowering local communities through Younity, this nomination reflects the power of working together to create lasting change. Being shortlisted is a fantastic achievement and recognition of the passion and dedication of our colleagues and partners. Read more about what the shortlist means and the impact of the project in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/ebGvKxKA #GlobalSustainabilityAwards #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CommunityEnergy #Cooperation #NetZero Sustainability Magazine

Last week, co-operative developers from Ukraine and Canada met with members of the team, explored our Little Pioneers Nursery in Kingsgrove, and saw first-hand how co-operation helps create a nurturing environment for children, families and the wider community. The visit provided a fantastic opportunity to share ideas, experiences and the values that underpin our approach to childcare. 🚸 A huge thank you to our wonderful colleagues for showcasing everything that makes our nurseries such special places. 🪴 #InternationalDevelopment #Cooperative #Childcare

Every year on 15th July, World Youth Skills Day celebrates the importance of helping young people build the skills, confidence and experience they need. It's a chance to recognise the difference that education, training and development can make in helping young people reach their potential. At OurCoop, we're passionate about giving young people the best possible start. We're proud to uphold the Good Youth Employment Standards Benchmark, recognising our commitment to developing the next generation. Whether working with local schools and colleges, offering work experience, mentoring an apprentice or encouraging a young colleague to grow in confidence, every opportunity makes a difference. Our NextGen inclusion network is also working to support young colleagues by sharing experiences, building connections and influencing positive change at OurCoop. Together, we're helping create a Society where young people can thrive. #WorldYouthSkillsDay #YoungPeople #DevelopmentAndEducation

✨ We're thrilled to officially re-open our newly refurbished FuneralCoop home in Bloxwich. Designed with families at its heart, the beautiful refurbishment has created a calm, welcoming space where people can feel supported during life's most difficult moments. The home now features refreshed private arrangement rooms, an inviting community space for bereavement coffee mornings and local groups, and a range of improvements to enhance comfort, care and the experience of every family we support. Thank you to everyone who joined us for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, including Darryl Smith from the National Association Of Funeral Directors, local celebrants, faith leaders, community representatives, Board members and colleagues from across OurCoop. We're proud to continue serving the Bloxwich community with compassionate care for generations to come. 💙 #OurCoopFamily #WestMidlands #Community #SupportingFamilies #FuneralCare

Younity, our joint venture with Octopus Energy, is throwing its weight behind Community Energy Fortnight, as it continues its work to put community energy at the heart of sustainable power in the UK. Since 2019, Younity has been helping communities turn grassroots renewable energy projects into a reality, supporting green community energy generation through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), grant and loan funding, volunteer management and project guidance. Find out more about Younity, the new Community Power Club, and how we're celebrating #CommunityEnergyFortnight at https://lnkd.in/eNqXQH3A. #CoopFortnight #CommunityEnergy #Cooperative #MemberOwned