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Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Executive
Location: Home based (Home working with regular meetings in London)
Salary: £30,000 to £40,000
Hours: Full Time, permanent
Reports to: Head of Corporate Partnerships
About Parentkind
As one of the largest federated charities in the UK, with arguably greater reach into the lives of families and educational settings than any other non-Government organisation, Parentkind is on a bold and urgent mission: to support, champion, and empower parents to be partners in their children’s education and wellbeing.
Although best known for our support of almost 24,000 Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs), Parent Councils, and Schools, helping them build strong school communities whilst they raise approaching £140 million each year to enhance children’s education, our work stretches far beyond the school gates. Parentkind is building a powerful movement that recognises parental engagement not as a nicety, but a necessity.
Supporting parents beyond the school gate
In recent years, families have faced a series of compounding challenges: the cost-of-living crisis, rising child poverty, and deepening educational inequality. These pressures have left many parents struggling to meet basic needs—let alone feel confident engaging in their child’s learning journey. Parentkind has responded to this moment with compassion, agility and purpose, through a series of transformative campaigns, resources, and partnerships.
Our No Cold Child initiative with FatFace stepped in to address a stark statistic: over 150,000 children in the UK do not own a winter coat due to poverty. Through our trusted relationships with schools we distributed 10,000 warm, high-quality coats worth £600,000 to the children who needed them most. Winning the Business Charity Awards ‘Fashion & Retail’ Award, and shortlisted for two further awards, the campaign has been praised not just for providing warmth, but for restoring dignity, inclusion, and school readiness to thousands of children.
The All Dressed Up campaign—developed with World Book Day and Rubies Masquerade—confronted the often-overlooked issue of financial exclusion on key celebration days. More than 100,000 free dressing up costumes worth £1.34 million were delivered to children from low-income families. By enabling participation in events like World Book Day, we helped spark imagination, joy, and belonging for children who might otherwise feel left out—boosting self-esteem and supporting a positive connection to learning.Furthermore, helping attract children into school on a day which often sees struggling parents keep their children at home.
Alongside these national campaigns, Parentkind supports families year-round through a growing suite of programmes designed to inform, prepare and empower parents. Our Be School Ready programme offers crucial guidance and confidence to parents preparing their children for the leap into primary education. With a mix of practical advice, developmental tips, and reassurance, through the distribution of 150,000 copies of Be School Ready and an online campaign, it supports families at one of the most formative moments in their child’s life.
We also deliver a wide-ranging series of live expert webinars and parent-friendly resources, covering topics such as managing anxiety, supporting special educational needs, navigating school transitions, and building home-school partnerships. These resources, developed in consultation with experts and rooted in lived parent experience, equip families to feel informed and empowered, no matter what challenges arise.
Our direct support of schools
Our collaboration with Asda on Cashpot for Schools is another example of unlocking support at scale. This innovative community-led funding model allowed shoppers to nominate and fund their local schools simply through everyday spending. This campaign has generated £5.78 million for schools during the past twelve months, supporting everything from basic classroom supplies to vital extracurricular programmes and pupil wellbeing initiatives. Also shortlisted for a Business Charity Award, it is already a model for community-driven philanthropy.
In April, we launched our Parent-Friendly Schools Accreditation Programme, designed to formally recognise schools that go above and beyond in fostering positive, inclusive relationships with parents. The accreditation celebrates schools that actively listen to parent voices, make engagement easy and accessible, and embed family partnership in their culture. It is a practical and inspiring tool to drive long-term change in the sector and offers a roadmap for schools wanting to strengthen their community.
Our focus on Policy & Research
Our work is grounded in evidence. Since 2023, we have conducted the UK’s largest annual parent survey: the National Parent Survey. With approaching 6,000 participants providing 130,000 bits of data to provide invaluable insights into the struggles, concerns, hopes and fears of parents. The findings are fed directly into government consultations and have already informed national debates on school funding, attendance, mental health support, SEND provision, and curriculum reform.
In each of the past two years the number of policymakers, educators, parents and researchers accessing the National Parent Survey exceeded seven thousand, and the survey featured in more than two hundred media outlets each year.Excitingly, the Times & Sunday Times are partnering with Parentkind to raise the profile even further in September 2025 and the survey will be launched at a lighthouse event featuring the Secretary of State for Education (Bridget Phillipson), the Ofsted Chief Inspector of Schools (Sir Martyn Oliver), the CEO of Mumsnet (Justine Roberts), the Children’s Commissioner (Dame Rachel De Souza), and our own Chief Executive (Jason Elsom).
If you believe, like we do, that when parents matter, children succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
Main purpose and scope of this role:
With guidance from the Head of Corporate Partnerships, you will identify, secure, and manage new corporate partnerships to fund Parentkind's mission.
You will build and maintain a new business pipeline to support a sustainable corporate partnerships income stream, targeting a wide range of partnerships (including COTY, corporate grants, commercial and strategic relationships) with regional and national businesses with the capacity to support at a 5,6, and 7-figure level.
You will carry out prospect cultivation, develop tailored proosals and pitches, and manage corporate partner relationships to secure excellent supporter experiences.
By collaborating with key internal stakeholders and securing approirate partnership opportunities, you will enhance support for parents, schools, children and young people.
Duties and key responsibilities
New Business
- Identify and research prospective corporate partners who align with Parentkind’s mission; complete due diligence and compile reports and partner profiles.
- Planning: proactively plan and drive tactical and timely approaches to potential partners.
- Proposal development: produce high‑quality proposals, applications and pitches to secure financial contributions from corporate partners.
- Lead management: respond promptly to new‑business leads, delivering excellent relationship management from initial contact to formal partnership.
- Resource development: contribute to the development and maintenance of key resources for fundraising activities.
- Community Team contribution: contribute to the Community Team’s fundraising initiatives for PTA members.
Partnership Management
- Account management: oversee and manage relationships with selected corporate partners in Parentkind’s portfolio.
- Partnership planning: create and deliver comprehensive, bespoke plans for each partnership, considering all financial and non‑financial opportunities to generate support and mutual value.
- Regular communications: hold regular meetings with partners to ensure partnership objectives are on track; propose compelling partnership content and campaigns.
- Impact reporting: create compelling reports for partners that demonstrate the impact of their contributions and support renewals.
- Coordination of contributions: coordinate gift‑in‑kind/pro‑bono contributions from partners in collaboration with internal teams.
Relationship Management
- Relationship building: cultivate relationships with prospects, developing tailored engagement strategies and keeping key contacts informed of our work.
- Partnership agreements: negotiate clear, mutually understood and appropriate contracts with new corporate partners.
- Network utilisation: leverage organisational networks for introductions and referrals; collaborate with the Head of Corporate Partnerships on network mapping; identify links to target organisations and engage key stakeholders for introductions, referrals and nominations.
- Representation: represent Parentkind at events and networking opportunities.
- Internal collaboration: foster positive relationships across the organisation, ensuring fundraising activities align with the charity’s needs and priorities.
Managing systems
- CRM management: maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records on Parentkind’s CRM (Salesforce), tracking all corporate partnerships activity.
- Monitoring and reporting: contribute to regular monitoring and reporting on corporate partnerships.
- Process management: manage internal processes related to corporate partnerships, including use of third‑party platforms.
- Record keeping: maintain and communicate detailed records of corporate partnerships activities to inform future planning and strategy.
- Finance processes: ensure all corporate partnerships income is accurately coded, allocated and reconciled in line with agreed finance processes.
- Process improvement: contribute to the development of effective processes and systems for managing corporate fundraising activities.
General responsibilities
- Ensure Data Protection procedures are followed at all times.
- Stay informed on relevant issues, educational policy and legislation affecting key audiences.
- Be flexible within the remit of the post and undertake other duties as reasonably requested by senior leadership.
- Contribute to Fundraising Department planning, reporting and cross‑team projects.
- Be self‑servicing and participate in Parentkind’s performance, development and training programmes.
- Abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
- Be responsible for the health, safety and welfare of self, colleagues and visitors.
This job description may be amended from time to time and does not form part of the employment contract.
For person specifcation see the attached JD.
UK-based applications only will be considered.
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The role
We have had a truly fantastic year as partner to the London Marathon, and we’re seeking our next Head of Engagement, Marketing and Communications to join our fantastic Income and Engagement directorate and build on a momentous period of growth in reach, awareness and engagement for the charity.
We are in transformation and this is the absolutely right time to join us as you will be part of the next phase of growth for our charity and you will get the opportunity to inherit what is already a successful and thriving department with a refreshed and brilliant new bold brand but still with scope for you to come and do more… we’ve only just scratched the surface and you could play a massive part in what we do next!
Read the job description for more exciting info about this role, but in a nutshell…
- You’ll lead marketing and communications strategy and play a vital role in helping us to achieve our ambitious goals of doubling survival and improving quality of life for everyone affected by pancreatic cancer.
- You’ll manage a talented team of marketing and communications experts, and build strong connections across the charity to facilitate exceptional cross-organisational partnership work
- You’ll lead transformational projects to revolutionise our audience experience, seize the potential of new digital developments, and maximise our brand awareness
About You
- You need to have been doing this role at this level or similar and have a great track record of achievement and success – we need you to hit the ground running!
- You will have a wide range of different comms and engagement experience, not just an expert in one field
- You’ll be an inspiring leader, able to motivate your team, peers and partners to reach ambitious strategic goals
- You’ll be a strategic thinker, able to see the bigger picture, prioritise effectively and influence decisions at a senior level
- You’ll be audience-led, with a track-record of acquiring, engaging and retaining mass audiences through strategic marketing and communications and transforming brand awareness
- You have to have a strong understanding of the evolving and digital and social media landscape
- It would also be beneficial if you understand our world and are used to navigating in the complex and often highly sensitive environment of health related causes…
If this sounds like you – we’d love to hear from you!
About working for us
This is a fast-paced organisation that is committed to making a difference.
Being a part of our team is being part of a thriving, positive, dynamic, successful, and welcoming community that is making an impact. We will support you and develop you should you wish this, and you get the opportunity to be involved in activities outside the scope of your immediate role. We care about your health and well-being and your work-life balance, and you will feel that your contribution is valued and matters.
About us
We are Pancreatic Cancer UK. We go above and beyond for everyone affected by this disease.
Right now, half of people with pancreatic cancer die within three months of diagnosis. Families are left with only hope to hold onto. They need more. So we do more.
We bring more break throughs through research, more change through campaigning and more support through our expert nurses.
We make more noise because people have gone unheard. We are relentless because the disease is ruthless. We care more because people feel forgotten.
Because people with pancreatic cancer need more than hope.
Underpinning this vision are our three values:
- Courage
- Compassion
- Community
We cannot achieve our vision without employing people who are committed to our vision, strategy, and values.
At Pancreatic Cancer UK (PCUK), our ambition is to create an inclusive working environment that reflects the communities and audiences that we engage with and where everyone can be their true selves, where they feel respected, championed, heard, and supported. We want our workforce to achieve their potential, understand their contribution and feel proud of their impact by creating a culture and organisation that is genuinely inclusive by advancing equality, diversity, inclusion, and belonging through our policies and practices.
We believe diversity drives great outcomes by encouraging the different points of view that come from a diverse workforce. We want to hear from and engage with people whose experience of dealing with this disease may be very different depending on their individual circumstances and background. We can think of no better way to do this than by making sure this role fully represents our intent; therefore, we are especially keen to consider applications from suitable applicants who consider themselves to be in areas that appear underrepresented within the charity sector.
Safeguarding
PCUK is committed to safe and fair recruitment processes that safeguard and protect those we work with, support and serve. We make sure all our staff are selected, vetted (DBS/Criminal record checks where appropriate), trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective and compassionate care. Where we work with volunteers, we extend the same support in order to ensure that they are working within our ethos and standards.
Hybrid-working:
Our London office is a place to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues, we recognise that flexibility around where you work is just as important. We are currently working hybrid with a minimum of 2-3 days in the office. This is an office-based role where you may be required to be in the office more frequently to attend activities and meetings depending on the needs of the role.
How to apply
- You can download the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role on our website's advert. If you have any questions about this role that we’ve not answered, please get in touch with Julie Roberts (contact details are on our website's advert).
- To apply, please complete the online application form, setting out why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification criteria. This information will be used to select candidates for interviews.
- You will need to have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to provide sponsorship for this role.
- Please note that there will be a two-stage interview process with the first stage interviews on 29/30 September 2025. Second-Stage interviews will be held on 8 October 2025.
No agencies/sales call please – as a charity, we work hard to keep our costs down and therefore will not be engaging agencies to support this recruitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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You will be joining us at a time that holds the greatest potential for fundraising in our history, following the launch of the UK Government’s Delivery Plan for ME and initial findings of the DecodeME genetics study (co-led by Action for ME) in Summer 2025.
Building on our charity’s already established level of support from major donors, you will provide exceptional relationship management to existing donors alongside growing our network of high value supporters.
Working closely with the CEO, alongside managing a portfolio of donors and prospects ensuring excellent stewardship, you will support our Breakthrough-ME Group (a group of high net worth and highly networked individuals). There is an established level of support from major donors at Action for ME so this is a role that will require exceptional relationship management to retain our current valued supporters while growing this crucial area of fundraising.
This would be an ideal role for an experienced philanthropy professional seeking to work for a small but ambitious charity, helping us to achieve our mission to improve the lives of all people affected by ME – better meeting their needs today while taking action to secure change for tomorrow.
Key duties
Major Donor Fundraising
• Successfully develop and implement the philanthropy strategy to secure and maximise funds from high value individuals for Action for ME achieving annual income of £250k+
• Set plans and budgets which will deliver income through major gift fundraising and philanthropic giving through family trusts and foundations, including quarterly forecasting.
• Manage a portfolio of prospects and donors at the £5k to £100k level, to develop and maintain strong and long-standing partnerships
• Work closely with the Director of Fundraising and Development and other colleagues to ensure that plans and activities for fundraising from high value individuals are integrated into the overall fundraising strategy and plan for significant growth.
• Be responsible for our Breakthrough-ME Group with high quality proposition development. Contribution to Group fundraising activities with a specific focus on ensuring their networks support pipeline growth for future fundraising.
• Lead the delivery of our biennial fundraising gala dinner, maximising income and new opportunities from attendees.
• Develop engaging and inspiring opportunities to steward and cultivate support creating a calendar of activities including events, presentations, approaches, networking and meetings.
• Utilise the CRM database (Raisers Edge) to provide the data required to strategise your approach to philanthropy, monitor progress and provide a high-quality donor experience.
• Ensure utilisation of insight & data, producing management information data to inform planning and strategy development.
• With the Director of Fundraising & Development, create inspiring cases for support and resulting propositions with clear budgets and outcomes.
• Create adequate systems and processes to support the major donor programme.
• Undertake and manage research into prospects and major donors, preparing for approaches and presentations and briefing senior leadership and trustees for donor meetings and events.
• Develop and maintain relationships with donors, a wide range of staff and volunteers from trustee level down.
• Provide regular feedback and internal reporting to line management.
• Work with other fundraisers to ensure that all fundraising opportunities and leads are followed up – particularly in corporate, community and trust fundraising.
• Work with Trustees, the Chief Executive and members of the Leadership Team to develop relationships with major donors.
• Self-administrate including managing your own diary and meetings, keeping accurate and up to date records of activity
• Occasional travel to London, Bristol & events
Other duties
• To positively promote the work and activities of Action for M.E. at all times.
• To contribute to the team’s overall, ongoing and annual planning and budgeting.
• To undertake any other reasonable activity in line with the responsibilities of the post as requested by the Director of Fundraising and Development, Chief Executive or any other senior Action for ME management.
• Act as an advocate for the Charity and its work.
• To work in accordance with Action for ME’s values of collaboration, equity and empathy.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Our mission is to improve the lives of people affected by ME. Better meeting their needs today while taking action to secure change for tomorrow.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Shape the future of the voice of the rare condition community.
Genetic Alliance UK is looking for an exceptional Director of Engagement and Impact to transform how we connect with our 220+ member organisations, communicate our mission, and foster a thriving, supportive team culture.
If you’re a strategic leader with a gift for building relationships, crafting compelling messages, and creating positive change, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference for the 3.5 million people in the UK affected by genetic, rare and undiagnosed conditions.
Director of Engagement and Impact
Salary: £55,167 – £63,654 (with new starters usually starting at the lower end of the range)
Location: Home-based, UK (occasional travel required)
Contract: Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) with applications for up to 28 hours per week considered.
Closing date: 09:00 on Monday 22 Sept 2025
About Genetic Alliance UK
Genetic Alliance UK is the national charity working to improve the lives of the 3.5 million people in the UK affected by genetic, rare and undiagnosed conditions. We are an alliance of over 220 charities and support groups, bringing together patient voices to campaign for timely diagnosis, better care, and improved access to treatments. We host Rare Disease UK and SWAN UK, and lead national activity for Rare Disease Day.
About the role
This is a new senior leadership position designed to strengthen our membership engagement, amplify our communications impact, and support a positive, collaborative working culture.
As part of our Senior Management Team, you will:
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Lead and develop our approach to engaging and supporting our diverse membership.
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Provide strategic oversight for all communications, ensuring our messages are clear, consistent and impactful across multiple audiences.
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Champion and embed systems for staff performance, development and wellbeing, ensuring our culture is inclusive, supportive, and sustainable.
You will oversee the Head of Membership and Communications, the Communications and Engagement Manager (SWAN UK), and two new posts (Communications Officer and Project Support Officer). You will also provide operational oversight of SWAN UK, and work closely with the Policy, Public Affairs and Research teams to maximise impact.
About you
We are looking for a strategic leader who combines a talent for building relationships with outstanding communication skills. You will bring experience of leading teams, delivering organisational change, and working effectively with diverse stakeholders. You will be comfortable navigating the needs of a membership organisation, and passionate about making a tangible difference for people living with rare conditions.
What we offer
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Generous pension (5% employer, 3% employee)
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and full office closure over Christmas/New Year
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Flexible, home-based working with occasional UK travel.
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The opportunity to lead work that has a direct and lasting impact for people affected by rare conditions
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
About the role
You will be at the forefront of establishing a centrally-located PMO to embed project excellence in a mission-driven environment, operating both strategically and hands on across the King’s Fund. Your responsibilities will include developing and embedding project management standards and governance frameworks, establishing a performance framework to understand the impact of our projects, and providing oversight and assurance for key projects and programmes.
You will engage with senior leaders and staff leading and coordinators to embed a culture of effective project delivery, lead change management and continuous improvement efforts, and act as a trusted advisor on project and programme management. Additionally, you may matrix-manage project staff or line manage a small team as the PMO grows, ensuring effective use of project management tools and systems through a cross-organisation community of practice.
About you
As an established PMO Manager, you will bring your experience in setting up PMOs and use your knowledge of a diverse range of project and programme management methodologies. You will be enthusiastic about making a difference, and are able to bring people with you in change. You will be an excellent communicator, with experience of facilitation, and influencing skills, and proven experience in managing change are essential.
About us
The King’s Fund is an independent charity working to improve people’s health. Our vision is a world where everyone can live a healthy life. Our mission is to inspire hope and build confidence for positive change. We achieve this through expert insights and original research, developing leaders and their organisations, convening, and strategic, collaborative partnerships. We are looking for someone to support us on this journey and to track and support our progress.
What you'll get in return
The King’s Fund is committed to a hybrid working model that meets the organisation’s needs, while giving staff flexibility to choose between office and home working. In keeping with our current policy, the post-holder will be required to work a minimum of two days per week from our central London office (pro rata, averaged over a month).
In addition to a competitive salary, The King’s Fund offers generous holiday entitlements, a £3 daily discount in our café and an on-site gym.
How to apply
To apply, please visit our website and read our supplementary guidance documents, then download and fill in our application form. If completing the application form presents any challenges, contact us by email so we can discussion options.
Please note that in order to apply, you must have existing documented proof of your right to live and work in the UK.
No agencies please.
CVs will not be accepted as applications. Applications must be submitted using The King’s Fund application form.
The deadline for receipt of applications is Thursday 18 September at 9.30am. Late applications will not be considered.
We regret that we cannot respond individually to all applicants due to the high number of applications we receive. If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Interviews will be held on Monday 29 or Tuesday 30th September. Role available to start shortly thereafter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you confident minute-taking, including at science-based or medical based meetings?
This top-ranked, leading scientific research organisation who are at the forefront of global biomedical innovation have partnered with TPP Recruitment to search for a Governance & Committee Support Manager (12-month fixed term contract) to join their Research Services and Chief Financial Office.
The role will work closely with the Director of Research Services and Head of Governance to support the Boards and Committees through the provision of high-level secretariat support (including for scientific meetings) and project management support where you will also lead on identifying and driving improved ways of working.
What you’ll be doing
- Preparing annual meeting business planners in consultation with Board and Committee Chairs.
- Scheduling meeting dates and overseeing pattern of governance meetings working with line managers
- Preparing meeting agendas
- Collating and issuing papers for meetings, commissioning items, reviewing drafts, formatting and issuing papers
- Drafting papers for meetings where required
- Preparing briefing notes for chairs
- Producing accurate and timely minutes of meetings including those with specialist scientific interest.
- Tracking and following up of actions raised at meetings
Why apply
- A great working environment with a supportive team and full induction
- Being part of an organisation that makes a real difference to people's lives
- Working alongside the most outstanding scientists and clinicians in the world, along with the most talented and professional administrative staff
- Annual leave is 28 days per annum
- Option to join the USS pension scheme
- Flexible working and a parent’s group is available
- Access to the free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
This is a hybrid full-time role (typically 2 days on-site), 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday based in SW London with occasional travel to another office (around once a month). The other office is about 20 minutes from Clapham or London Bridge.
Flexible working hours are available but please note that you would need to ensure you are on-site on time for any meetings.
About you
My client requires someone who has the experience of supporting senior management on governance and organisational matters, ideally in a science-based working environment as you will be taking minutes from science meetings, so could prove challenging without that understanding.
You will need to be a confident minute taker and offer previous governance and committee support experience.
To work for this world-leading organisation, you will be to have good interpersonal skills and have good written communication to be able to draft accurate and succinct emails and papers.
Strong IT skills required; Microsoft Office
Application
This role is to start asap so please apply asap using a CV which reflects the above experience. If this experience is demonstrated on your CV, then a member of the TPP team will be in touch with you shortly to provide further information and discuss your experience in more detail. If you haven’t heard from us within 3 working days then unfortunately, your CV hasn’t been short-listed on this occasion.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Thank you!
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Part time Personal Assistant- (28 hrs a week, Sustainability Charity, once a week into the London office)
The Organisation
Our client is a purpose-driven organisation that works at the forefront of responsible investment. Through research, campaigns and investor engagement, they seek to drive long-term positive outcomes across the financial system. They support a range of initiatives focused on social and environmental impact, with a dynamic and collaborative team culture.
The Role
An experienced and highly organised Personal Assistant is sought to provide proactive support to three members of the senior Leadership Team. This is a critical role that will enable the Directors to focus on strategic priorities by ensuring efficient and seamless operational support. The post-holder will be confident working across multiple diaries and systems and able to build trust quickly with colleagues and stakeholders.
Responsibilities will include diary and inbox management, meeting coordination, document drafting, travel arrangements and general executive support. The role will also involve acting as the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling correspondence with discretion and professionalism. There will also be opportunities to support wider team operations and assist the Executive Assistant as needed.
The Candidate
The successful candidate will bring prior experience in a Personal Assistant role supporting multiple senior leaders. You will be highly organised, calm under pressure and adept at managing competing demands. Strong written and verbal communication skills, alongside excellent attention to detail and discretion in handling confidential matters, are essential.
You will be confident using Microsoft Office, diary and inbox management tools, and supporting hybrid meetings via platforms such as Zoom or Teams. The ability to work independently, use initiative, and demonstrate sound judgement is key. Experience in the non-profit or charity sector, and familiarity with tools like Salesforce or Cascade, would be advantageous but not essential.
Application Process
Please apply immediately or for further information, contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.
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LUX is seeking an exceptional Deputy Director to help lead its next chapter. This new senior role, created to strengthen internal capacity, operational resilience, and strategic delivery, will work closely with the recently appointed Director, Ali Roche, to shape and implement a vision for the organisation’s future. Overseeing operational and financial management, the Deputy Director will bring a broad skillset across finance, operations, HR, fundraising, legal, and governance to ensure LUX’s long-term success.
About Us
LUX is a publicly funded arts organisation and accredited museum that supports and promotes visual artists working with the moving image. Based in London and Glasgow, it delivers a range of activities including exhibitions, screenings, educational projects, commissioning and research.
It also manages Europe’s largest collection of films and videos made by artists and distributes them to museums, galleries and festivals around the world. We are a small organisation with offices in London and Glasgow. LUX’s collection is based at its London location in Waterlow Park, Highgate, North London, a beautiful location in a public park with its own gardens. LUX Scotland is based in Glasgow and delivers a public programme of activity in Scotland dedicated to supporting, developing and promoting artists’ moving image practices across the country.
This is a rare opportunity to join LUX at a moment of renewal. Together with the Board and our dedicated team, you will help guide strategic growth, seize new opportunities, and uphold our artist-centred mission—building on LUXs rich history and commitment to championing artists’ moving image in the UK. The Deputy Director will lead on income generation, develop forward-thinking strategies, and help maintain and continue to build a vibrant, sustainable organisation for artists, collaborators and audiences.
Key Information:
Job Title: Deputy Director
Hours: 5 days a week (35 hours)
Salary: £45,000 pro-rata
Benefits Include: 25 days per year plus statutory holidays with an increase of 1 day per year worked up to a maximum of 30 days in total.
Location: This role is based at the LUX London office. This position will require at least 3 days per week working at the LUX office. Hybrid working options available.
The Deputy Director main responsibilities will include:
- Develop and maintain operational policies, procedures, and risk management aligned with organisational values and Arts Council Investment Principles.
- Co-lead the business plan and long-term strategy with the Director, translating goals into operational delivery.
- Oversee financial management, including budgeting, audits, payroll, procurement, cash flow, statutory reporting, and fundraising and income generation strategies, ensuring compliance and value for money.
- Prepare and submit quarterly and annual reports to public funders, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure legal and governance compliance across charity, company, employment, safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection; support the Board of Trustees with reports and governance documentation.
- Manage operations, including admin systems, IT, building maintenance, insurance, accessibility, sustainability, and lease compliance.
- Lead HR processes: recruitment, contracts, onboarding, appraisals, staff development, and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace with HR consultant support.
- Contribute to LUX’s success and culture, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive environment.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
LUX is an arts organisation that supports and promotes visual artists working with the moving image.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join WIG as a Event Content Manager!
Introduction
Do you believe collaboration between public, private and not-for profit sector can drive growth and prosperity for the UK? Are you interested in being part of the conversation with senior leaders across HMG, business, universities and civil society? Are you passionate about supporting leaders of today and tomorrow to understand how to meaningfully work together on society’s biggest issues?
About the opportunity
As an Event Content Manager, you will conduct exciting public policy research, work with the most senior speakers from across government, business, universities and civil society speaker management, and create engaging content.
You would take ownership of a portfolio of 40+ briefings, roundtables, workshops and senior level dinners per year across themes impacting economic growth and prosperity including: infrastructure, skills, net zero, AI and new technology, trade, and regulation.
Your mandate is to deliver high-quality, high-impact events, where you will be required to research key policy and economic trends affecting government, business and society, owning the full production life cycle from policy research and agenda setting to speaker acquisition and management etc. You will also collaborate with the marketing and membership functions to ensure that our policy focus for your events programme aligns with membership needs and shifting priorities.
This role is critical to our membership offer – all our events are highly respected and supported by the organisations membership base and will require a strategic thinker who can ensure that the right policy research is carried out to inform event idea validation. The role will be supported by the Event Operations team who will drive on-the-day logistics.
Responsibilities
Event content development
- Lead the content development and planning of your events programme across our themes, this includes:
- Build compelling agendas
- Craft key event outcomes
- Curate engaging and thoughtful speaker briefings
- Identify and acquire credible, expert speakers
- Identify and draw in relevant audiences
- Conduct research on key policy and economic trends affecting sectors across our membership base including market and policy trend analysis, collecting feedback from our members including stakeholder interviews and surveying to inform your event programme.
- Lead the collaboration across internal teams to recommend and develop effective marketing and communication materials to promote the events programme such as landing pages, eNewsletter segments, and promotional campaigns, taking ownership of all event programme deliverables under your remit.
High-impact delivery
- Take an outcome-based approach to your events programme; looking with a strategic lens to determine what the optimal events format, venue, and host would be to drive high-level dialogue among cross-sector leaders.
- Design, develop and deliver event content that you will be able to use to generate insightful event write-ups and summaries so we can continue to add tangible value to our members and their sector challenges.
- Immerse yourself in the sectors by networking with key industry figureheads and build an in-depth understanding of how our themes can drive collaboration across our members.
- Oversee and liaise with the Event Operations assistant allocated to your event and/or programme to ensure smooth event delivery.
Innovation, continuous improvement and collaboration
- Evaluate and report on content impact and delivery against event outcomes to inform future production cycles and increase audience engagement and satisfaction.
- Contribute proactively to programme strategy, using evidence-based research to expand your events programme and/or enhance your event content strategy.
- Collaborate with Business Development team members to optimise member outreach and engagement, leveraging our CRM database to increase our speaker and host portfolio.
- Demonstrate creativity and innovation when developing and delivering our annual paid events under your remit, exploring and recommending different commercial opportunities such as barter agreements, sponsorships or partnerships with our members
- Work with the Head of Content and Events to build out a framework for content reports and publications as part of WIGs 5-year strategy.
Qualifications
Desirable not mandatory: Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Competencies
- Mission-driven: Proven aptitude to see the big picture with a member-centric approach to all activities. Passionate about the need/importance of collaborating across sectors.
- Project management: Balanced focus on operational detail without losing sight of the bigger picture. High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills, showcasing a strong ability to multi-task and prioritise.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent relationship-building skills, with confidence engaging senior leaders across diverse audiences and excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Collaboration: A strong team player who works effectively across functions, with an understanding of team dynamics.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to generate new ideas, innovate, and deliver pragmatic solutions to problems. Managing challenge with a positive and can-do approach and supporting organisational change.
- Leadership: High emotional intelligence, capable of coaching others and influencing internal and external stakeholders. Comfortable stepping into management roles as needed.
Experience
- 4+ years’ experience of conference or content development preferably around policy or key business issues.
- Proven ability of managing the full conference production cycle, including research, agenda setting, speaker acquisition and event management across a variety of themes, including launch and repeat events (ideally from a major conference organiser).
- Experience working directly with senior executives - understanding their motivators, contextualising their expertise and building meaningful relationships on behalf of a brand/organisation.
- Demonstrable strategic portfolio development and/or new event/content idea validation across one or more: International relations, politics, political economy, finance, economics or technology.
- Clear passion for content development, implementing new content strategies to drive audience engagement and interaction and enhance brand awareness and value
- Advanced project management skills including project launch, progress monitoring, feedback and key learnings in one or more environments: charities, membership/training organisations, public sector or third sector.
- Deep interest and/or exposure in policymaking, U.K. economic development and government relations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Talent Set are proud to be partnering with Christian Aid to recruit this pivotal role as part of their ongoing transformation to become a 'digital first' organisation.
Role: Web Optimisation Manager
What’s on offer:
Salary:London £48,937. Cardiff/ Warrington/ Edinburgh £44,056
Location: London, Cardiff, Warrington or Edinburgh
Pattern: Hybrid 2 days/week
Permanent: full-time with flexible hours
The role:
- Drive the strategic development of Christian Aid’s digital ecosystem, ensuring alignment with the organisation’s values and overarching goals.
- Develop and implement a robust search engine optimisation (SEO) and link-building strategy to improve website health, attract relevant traffic, and support user acquisition targets.
- Deliver key digital projects focused on enhancing campaign effectiveness and maximising income and impact, including:
- Technical SEO
- Site audits
- Keyword research and analysis
- Competitor and backlink analysis
- Collaborate with the Senior Digital Content Editor to implement the digital content strategy across Christian Aid’s digital channels—including social media—to maximise reach, engagement, and income.
- Work cross-functionally with other teams to execute the digital ecosystem content roadmap, ensuring all content is user-focused and impact-driven.
- Define and brief content requirements that support SEO and conversion rate optimisation (CRO) efforts, enabling data-informed and impactful decisions.
- Lead the organisation’s tag management strategy and implementation, including:
- Tag structure and tools
- Server-side tagging
- Integration with the customer data platform (CDP)
- Ensuring all tracking functionality is accurate and effective
About you:
- Completed training in Google Analytics 4 (GA4), user experience (UX), search engine optimisation (SEO), and other key digital disciplines.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and inspire high-performing teams across content management and social media.
- Advanced expertise in technical SEO, including:
- On-page and off-page optimisation
- Technical SEO best practices
- Successful implementation of link-building strategies
- Highly proficient in digital analytics and performance tools, including:
- Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
- SEMrush (or equivalent platforms)
- Google Tag Manager
- Hotjar and ContentSquare
- Power BI and Looker Studio
- Experienced in managing external suppliers and partners across digital platforms and tools.
- Skilled in content management systems (CMS), particularly Drupal, with working knowledge of HTML and CSS.
- Strong ability to produce clear, insight-driven digital performance reports using data from:
- GA4
- Social media insights
- META platforms
- Other performance tools
to optimise fundraising, marketing, and conversion strategies.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
*Please note, all 3rd party agencies speculative CVs and direct will be forwarded onto The Talent Set*
1st stage Interviews to be held via Teams on Wednesday 8th October, with 2nd stage being held on Tuesday 21st October (likely to be in person at their Waterloo office).
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
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Overall purpose of the role
To lead the development of a regular giving and legacy programme at the AHF, and to support the Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO in development and management of a major gifts programme during the AHF’s 50th Anniversary campaign, with possibility for continued role thereafter. The post holder will be responsible for developing systems to monitor and increase the number of regular and legacy donors to the AHF, including stewardship opportunities, and will assist in prospect research, qualifying, cultivating, and stewarding major donors.
2 Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO on development and delivery of the anniversary programme of activities, with particular focus on research to identify potential invitees to and engaging attendees at and after campaign launch and closure events, exhibition launches in Belfast, Glasgow, Cardiff, and London, and an industry-facing conference in London.
- Develop and manage a legacy programme for the AHF including stewardship activities; develop and manage a personal portfolio of legacy donors, including making asks of existing regular supporters to consider legacies and development and drafting of legacy proposals and contracts.
- Develop and manage a programme of higher-level regular giving (over £500 per annum), including stewardship activities and making asks of regular supporters to increase their giving.
- Support the Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO, and CEO, with identification and management of a growing portfolio of major gift prospects, including supporting major gifts asks and helping Director of Programmes/Deputy CEO and CEO with ongoing cultivation and stewardship of major donors.
- Lead on managing the AHF’s donor database, Beacon, ensuring the data is up to date with giving from Charities Aid Foundation and other external gifts, that fundraising activity is appropriately recorded on the database, and that our records are fully compliant with data protection legislation.
- Work closely with the Communications Office and consultants supporting the AHF’s 50th Anniversary campaign, with an eye on developing and maximising opportunities to introduce the AHF to new potential supporters and to bolster our key messaging with those already known to us. As part of this work, sit as Secretary of the AHF Communications and Anniversary subcommittee of our Board.
- Develop and maintain a reporting structure to keep AHF SMT and Board up to date with fundraising activity and opportunities.
- Responsible for maintaining the AHF’s log relating to Donor Due Diligence and assisting the Director of Programmes & Deputy CEO with maintaining appropriate policies related to fundraising, including those associated with donor due diligence.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of new ways of working at the AHF that will see our organisation build and maintain greater philanthropic fundraising success, including bringing examples of best practice from other charities. Assist with other tasks and activities as required, particularly those activities and processes that support the wider engagement of potential supporters with the AHF’s work.
3 Person specification
Essential
- At least five years of experience in fundraising at a charity or educational institution, including at least three years of front-line engagement with supporters;
- Knowledgeable about the processes and legislation surrounding UK fundraising, including data protection and
- A pro-active leader, with demonstrably excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills;
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task, and both verbal and written communication skills;
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated and target-orientated; able to work effectively on own initiative, set appropriate priorities, delegate where appropriate and meet deadlines;
- A confident and engaging presenter and speaker;
- Demonstrable ability in problem solving in response to challenges posed;
- Excellent stakeholder management skills and a track record of collaborative work with external partners;
- Demonstrable interest in and commitment to the AHF’s mission – to help deliver a sustainable future for historic buildings throughout the UK through community enterprise;
- Strong numeric and financial skills; and
- A commitment to achieving beneficial social outcomes through heritage.
Desirable
- Experience working in a heritage-related charity.
- Experience building or managing legacy programmes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Centre for Progressive Change is looking for a Safe Sick Pay Campaign Director that will be part of the newly formed Executive Team. This is an exciting time to be joining the campaign, as we capitalise on our successes so far and plan for our next big policy gain - increasing the rate of Statutory Sick Pay.
The Centre for Progressive Change (CPC) is an organisation that builds campaigns for national policy change in the UK. Our focus is on making progressive gains that improve the lives of low- and middle-income communities. We want the UK to be a place where everyone has the financial resources they need, where people are treated as equals and are free to be who they are without persecution, and where we look after our environment.
To achieve this vision, our mission is to build proactive campaigns for progressive legislative change, do research on what works when campaigning for national policy change and offer training and consultancy to support other organisations to build effective campaigns. Our campaigns use an inter-disciplinary approach including community organising, mobilising, advocacy, business engagement, campaign research and press work.
The Campaign Director will be in charge of our campaign for Safe Sick Pay, so that everyone has the Statutory Sick Pay they need. The Campaign Director will form the campaign strategy to see an increase in the rate of Statutory Sick Pay, fundraise to implement the strategy, hire campaign team members, support the team to implement the strategy, hold the key stakeholder relationships, drive the campaign, and deliver parts of the campaign where needed.
As a member of the Executive Team, the Campaign Director will be part of the team responsible for the strategy, structure, team, culture and finances of the organisation.
Non Charity Employer
6 - 10
We run campaigns for national policy change on progressive issues.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The British Academy – the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences - is seeking an Events Assistant to join our Communications Department, providing key support in the planning and delivery of the year-round programme of public, academic and specialist audience events.
The role
The Events Assistant supports members of the Events Team to deliver a large and varied programme of events, including: public events (debates, discussions, festivals, performances, lates), academic events (lectures, conferences, prizes & medals ceremonies), and our annual Summer Showcase, our yearly free festival of ideas.
You will work directly with the Events Producers and Events Managers to support events delivered at our historic home in London, at partner venues across the UK, and online.
The Events Team ensures that all events are delivered to a high standard, reflecting the Academy in a positive light and ensuring that we are open and inclusive. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills in events delivery given the range of formats, topics and speakers the programme covers.
We are looking for someone who is excited to work on a dynamic range of events which share the latest research and bring in new audiences.
You will be joining the Academy at an exciting time in our history as we offer a new programme of activity to public, policy and academic audiences.
About the Academy
The British Academy is the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences, established by Royal Charter in 1902. We mobilise these disciplines to understand the world and shape a brighter future. Today’s complex challenges can only be resolved by deepening our insight into people, culture, and societies. With a Fellowship of around 1700 leading national and international academics, the Academy invests in researchers and projects across the UK and overseas; engages the public with fresh thinking and debates; and brings together scholars, government, business, and civil society to influence policy.
The Academy currently has five directorates: Communications & Marketing; Development; Policy; Research; and Resources, plus a small Governance & Fellowship Team. We have increased staffing in the last 12 months and expect to continue to grow this year.
Working at the Academy
Our senior management team have worked with staff to foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and empathy, in which all contributions are recognised as we work towards our common goals. Our people strategy and working practices focus on building strengths and sharing insights, with learning & development, wellbeing, and equality, diversity & inclusion at the centre of how we operate as an organisation. Investing in our staff and encouraging a healthy work/life balance is central to our success, as we move forward and continue to grow.
Terms and conditions
The British Academy is based at 10-11, Carlton House Terrace, St James Park, London, SW1 – a Grade 1 listed building. We offer a competitive benefits package including a 35-hour working week; 34 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays; a subsidised canteen and an excellent occupational pension.
To apply and to see the full job description and our workplace values, please click the Apply button to access the Applied recruitment platform.
Closing date: Noon on Thursday, 18 September 2025.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, in line with our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment, promoting equal opportunity, and addressing under-representation. We will make reasonable adjustments to support disabled job applicants and offer an interview to those meeting the minimum selection criteria.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Submit your application as normal and our system will anonymise it for you. Your personal information will be hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.
Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger. No challenge is too big. With you we can do it. Join us.
We are looking for an Advocacy Director (temporary position to cover maternity leave) to join our team. The Director of Advocacy plays a key role in influencing UK government decision-making around preventing and responding to hunger and nutrition crises globally. This senior leadership position will be responsible for shaping and driving an impactful advocacy agenda that aligns with Action Against Hunger’s mission to respond effectively to humanitarian crises worldwide and to detect, prevent and treat child undernutrition. Additionally, the role will position the charity as a trusted partner and reliable recipient of UK government humanitarian grants.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in both advocacy on humanitarian crises and related subjects, and a good understanding of UK ODA funding mechanisms. The Director of Advocacy oversees a department responsible for both Action Against Hunger’s UK advocacy and campaigns work and for managing UK government and related income streams.We would love to hear from you if you’re interested in joining us. For more detailed information on the role – and to see whether you have the necessary experience - please download the attached pdf Job description.
Closing Date: 25-Sep-2025 23:30
Planned date to begin interviews: 01/10/2025
Please read the following carefully before making your application: then all you need to do is send your CV and write a supporting statement explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role and where you saw this vacancy.
- As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
- We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
- Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
- If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job title: Director of Development: Principal Gifts and Global
Salary: circa £140,000 to £160,000
Location: Hybrid/South Kensington and White City (with travel to other Imperial campuses/meetings as required)
This is a unique opportunity to join one of the world’s leading universities and drive its principal gifts, global fundraising and foundation, corporates and trusts strategy. One of the most exciting leadership positions in the sector, the newly created role of Director of Development: Principal & Global, will be pivotal in helping Imperial scale its ambition and impact, at a moment of extraordinary momentum.
Founded in 1907, Imperial has long been recognised for its strengths in research, education and innovation. Throughout our history we have sought not only to be a world-leading university, but a world-changing one, with real-world impact at our core.
Earlier this year we launched our new strategy, Science for Humanity, which is bold and ambitious, and reflects the purpose of our global community. It is an actionable plan across all areas of our activity, a template for greater impact.
A strategy this ambitious requires us to think boldly, and we are in the planning stages of a comprehensive fundraising and alumni engagement campaign. Philanthropy already plays a significant role at the university, and we have a strong track record of securing principal gifts of £5m-£40m.
The Director of Development: Principal Gifts and Global sits at the heart of Imperial’s future. Reporting to the Vice President (Advancement), and sitting on their senior leadership team, the Director will steer high-level philanthropic engagement worldwide. Working closely with senior academic leaders and institutional stakeholders, you will lead a team that delivers gifts that are truly transformational. You will build and deepen relationships with some of the most influential philanthropists globally and help to shape and drive Imperial’s next campaign.
With a track record of securing principal gifts and success in managing complex relationships, you will thrive in a collaborative and high-performing environment. You will be a values-driven strategic leader, energised by challenge, motivated by impact, and eager to inspire teams and donors alike.
This role will remain live until it is filled therefore please complete and submit your application at the earliest possible opportunity to avoid potential disappointment.
Interested?
Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack.
To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter.
In addition to this post, we are going to be recruiting to two exceptional Global Development opportunities. As we continue to expand our international presence, we will shortly be recruiting for the following key leadership roles:
- Deputy of Global Development, North America
- Deputy of Global Development, Asia
Each of these roles offers a unique opportunity to shape our strategic direction, build impactful partnerships, and drive growth across diverse regions.
Imperial College is partnering with Constellate Global Talent on this search. No agencies please.
Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack. This role will remain live until it is filled therefore please complete and submit your application at the earliest possible opportunity to avoid potential disappointment. To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter.
