Cancer Research UK

18 collaborating disciplines. 1.4 million pages built. Millions of fundraisers, inspired. Tagging & Analytics Implementation Manger Salary: £42,000 - £49,000 plus benefits Grade: P2 Directorate : Marketing, Fundraising and Events Contract : Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London. Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Closing date: 28th October 2025, 23:55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible. Recruitment process: Two stage interview process. Interview date: From the week commencing 3rd November 2025. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. Join Us in Beating Cancer Sooner: Tagging & Analytics Implementation Manager Are you passionate about using data to make a real difference in the world? At Cancer Research UK , we're on a mission to save lives through research, and we need your expertise to help us reach and inspire more people than ever before. We're looking for a Tagging & Analytics Implementation Manager to join our dynamic Marketing team and lead the charge in transforming how we understand and engage with our audiences online. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical skills in a purpose-driven environment, where every insight you generate helps us fund life-saving research and support those affected by cancer. Your Impact In this pivotal role, you'll be at the heart of our digital marketing team-designing and implementing cutting-edge tracking and analytics solutions that empower our fundraising and marketing teams to reach the right people, with the right message, at the right time. We're going to be rolling out server-side tracking , and your leadership will be key to its success. Whether you're already a stakeholder management pro or eager to grow in that area, we'll support you every step of the way. What You'll Be Doing: Leading the delivery of advanced analytics solutions across our digital platforms, ensuring accurate, actionable insights that drive fundraising and engagement. Owning and evolving our website tagging infrastructure, including server-side tracking. Collaborating with teams across Marketing, Insights, and Technology to shape solutions that meet campaign goals and enhance user experience. Translating strategic marketing objectives into robust analytics frameworks that enable performance tracking and optimisation. Championing the importance of digital tracking across the organisation, building understanding and respect for its role in our mission. Safeguarding the integrity of our tracking systems during website development and campaign rollouts. Partnering with engineers to design data capture solutions that fuel smarter targeting and reporting. Working closely with our Analytics & Reporting Manager to optimise our GA4 setup. What are we looking for? Experience working on large and complex digital analytics and tracking solutions Deep understanding of modern website applications (Next.js, JavaScript, DOM) Deep understanding of how web browsers work and data flows, is captured and processed High data literacy to query the data collected Understanding of data privacy and how what we track means to a user Expert knowledge of marketing tags including wider strategy, implementation and data policy (Google Marketing Platform, Paid Social, Display, Email) Strong stakeholder managements and able to articulate simple marketing requirements to complex technical solutions. An understanding of marketing data limitations and best practices e.g. attribution to be able to advise on correct reporting implementation and targeting Significant experience implementing and using Google Analytics reporting features including filters, goals, custom reports, segments and Ecommerce Solid understanding of different digital marketing channel targeting methodologies and corresponding measurement tools to inform tracking solutions Significant experience of providing solutions designed for use by nontechnical end users. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively. Additional information For more information about working with us please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Philanthropy Lead - Translation & Innovation Salary : £75,000 - £85,000 plus Reports to: Associate Director of Philanthropy Directorate: Strategy & Philanthropy Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week (flexible working requests will be considered) Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) There will be national and (potentially) international travel with this role. Closing date: Sunday 2nd November :55 Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or as soon as possible. Visa sponsorship: Cancer Research UK can consider visa sponsorship for this vacancy. If this applies to you, please ensure that this is clearly marked on your application. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We're a collective force, tackling cancer on all fronts to save and improve lives. We fund pioneering research, we provide reliable and accessible information, we influence policy, and we encourage positive behaviour change. We are a passionate team of professionals driven by purpose, striving to accelerate breakthroughs in cancer research and treatment. We are the world's biggest charitable funder of cancer research raising on average £640m a year. As we expand our efforts, we're recruiting an inspiring, principal gifts fundraiser to join one of the most successful philanthropic fundraising teams in the UK. We're a dynamic, innovative team of talented professionals spearheading the ambitious £400m More Research, Less Cancer campaign. With over £230m already raised, we're making strides to revolutionise cancer research, focusing on; The Francis Crick Institute, Cancer Grand Challenges, Translation & Innovation and our Future Leaders' programme. In this role, you'll lead the cultivation and stewardship of a portfolio of donors capable of making £1 million+ gifts, with a focus on supporting translational research that helps turn scientific discoveries into new treatments, tests and technologies that benefit people with cancer. Areas of focus include the Centre for Drug Development - the world's only charity-funded drug development facility - and our emerging data and AI strategy, which aims to accelerate scientific discovery and improve outcomes for people affected by cancer. What will I be doing? Work in partnership with the Associate Director of Philanthropy to lead new philanthropic initiatives supporting the Translation and Innovation pillar of the More Research, Less Cancer campaign. Manage a portfolio of prospects with the capacity to give £1m+, focusing on qualification, engagement, and stewardship throughout the full giving cycle. Drive consistent pipeline progress by securing donations and cultivating future support to strengthen CRUK's donor base. Achieve agreed fundraising income and prospect cultivation targets and provide regular reporting and metrics against goals. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders-including academics, researchers, institutional leaders, and volunteer leaders - to develop and implement strategies for securing gifts of £1M+. Support the recruitment, engagement, and stewardship of senior volunteer leaders and campaign board members, working closely with colleagues to leverage their networks and influence in securing transformational gifts. Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling, insight-led philanthropic narratives and funding propositions, translating CRUK's research priorities into opportunities that inspire philanthropic support. Develop a strong working knowledge of CRUK's research and impact. Contribute to team development by actively sharing best practices, insights, and learnings, fostering a collaborative culture across the Philanthropy Directorate. Stay informed about evolving gift and data policies in the UK, ensuring compliance with all relevant fundraising regulations. Contribute to cross-directorate initiatives, strategy development, and participate in working groups and other collaborative activities as appropriate. What are we looking for? Extensive experience in professional fundraising within a complex and ambitious organisation, with a proven track record of securing seven-figure gifts. Deep knowledge of principal and major gift fundraising best practices, along with a strong understanding of the broader issues and trends shaping philanthropy today. Demonstrated success working in fast-paced, complex environments, including involvement in significant fundraising campaigns and managing multiple, high-stakes projects. Excellent project management and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail. Exceptional writing ability and confidence using technology, including databases, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and new territory, with the ability to set clear direction and establish new protocols. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Highly organised and consistently able to deliver high-quality work under pressure, managing competing deadlines and prioritising effectively to support CRUK's mission to fund world-class science. Strategic thinker with experience developing and implementing fundraising strategies. Skilled at influencing and collaborating with others, and able to quickly grasp and lead on CRUK campaign priorities. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally and effectively with a wide range of individuals-including internal colleagues, institutional leaders, external collaborators, stakeholders, and donors. Demonstrates curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning and development-for both self and others. Motivated by science and inspired by the opportunity to contribute to the Crick and CRUK's philanthropic growth. Willing to take on a wide variety of tasks with a proactive, "can-do" attitude. Able to anticipate challenges and respond quickly with practical solutions. Flexible and committed to going above and beyond the role description to ensure success. Willing to perform additional tasks as needed. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human : Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our . How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.

Big ideas. Lifelong connections. One objective. STRATEGIC BRAND MANAGER Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 plus benefits Reports to: Strategic Brand Lead Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract Working hours: 35 hours per week (we are open to compressed hours) Location: Stratford, London w/ high-flex (1 - 2 days per week in the office) Closing date: 20 October 2025, 23:55 Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who shares our vision, someone like you. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Strategic Brand Manager. We need you to inspire and support internal and agency teams to drive brand consistency and clarity in order to grow our relevance and engagement across all of our charity's touchpoints and experiences. This role requires agile, strategic thinking and the ability to inspire and lead other teams on all aspects of brand development (strategic and creative), working with a wide variety of colleagues and external partners. What will I be doing? Helping to embed the charity's new brand positioning across the organisation, being an effective ambassador for the power of a unified, consistent brand and its vital role in building a stronger organisation Support the Strategic Brand Lead in the implementation of the new brand strategy - working with the creative team, stakeholders and agency partners as we evolve our existing brand assets in line with the new positioning Project managing brand projects, ensuring tight budget setting and control, timely / efficient reporting, exemplary stakeholder engagement Primary brand consultant for colleagues across the organisation all levels, supporting teams to build a cohesive, recognisable and relevant brand experience across all output (including those developed with our agencies); helping to bring to life our purpose and positioning with effective use of our brand assets and guidelines Partnering with specific CRUK teams, pro-actively initiating meetings and conversations with them to identify where we can work together and add value Advising stakeholders on brand and creative development, ensuring our brand strategy and guidelines are adhered to and our brand metrics are embedded in all briefs. Keeping internal and external stakeholders up-to-date with key brand developments. This will sometimes require you to create and run workshops, training sessions and presentations. Working with our Insights team to help monitor and evaluate our brand health and test potential changes Identifying and helping to resolve any day-to-day operational difficulties, e.g. helping to agree relevant guidelines, "how to" guides, training requirements or recommend changes. What skills will I need? Significant brand expertise and understanding of brand strategy, development and management, with proven experience in the development of effective brand assets, guidelines and tools Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to filter, synthesise and clarify information and transform complex problems into concise and robust solutions, which are informed by our brand guidelines and frameworks Creative skills with a strong ability to judge the brand calibre of creative work across a wide variety of touchpoints from film and print to digital and experiential. Proven influencing skills, with the ability to present clear recommendations in a way that's tailored to the needs of the specific audience and occasion Strong skills in all aspects of project management: naturally organised, you clarify objectives, set and meet deadlines, communicate clearly and succinctly with relevant stakeholders and run a tight budget A commercial and analytical mindset Strong problem-solving skills, able to identify and resolve day-to-day operational problems, and introduce improved processes to keep things running smoothly Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also being able to multi-task and prioritise to meet objectives. What will I gain? Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.

18 collaborating disciplines. 1.4 million pages built. Millions of fundraisers, inspired. Tagging & Analytics Implementation Manger Salary: £42,000 - £49,000 plus Grade: P2 Directorate : Marketing, Fundraising and Events Contract : Permanent Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London . Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Closing date: 28th October 2025, 23:55 This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible. Recruitment process: Two stage interview process. Interview date: From the week commencing 3rd November 2025 At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. Join Us in Beating Cancer Sooner: Tagging & Analytics Implementation Manager Are you passionate about using data to make a real difference in the world? At Cancer Research UK , we're on a mission to save lives through research, and we need your expertise to help us reach and inspire more people than ever before. We're looking for a Tagging & Analytics Implementation Manager to join our dynamic Marketing team and lead the charge in transforming how we understand and engage with our audiences online. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical skills in a purpose-driven environment, where every insight you generate helps us fund life-saving research and support those affected by cancer. Your Impact In this pivotal role, you'll be at the heart of our digital marketing team-designing and implementing cutting-edge tracking and analytics solutions that empower our fundraising and marketing teams to reach the right people, with the right message, at the right time. We're going to be rolling out server-side tracking , and your leadership will be key to its success. Whether you're already a stakeholder management pro or eager to grow in that area, we'll support you every step of the way. What You'll Be Doing Leading the delivery of advanced analytics solutions across our digital platforms, ensuring accurate, actionable insights that drive fundraising and engagement. Owning and evolving our website tagging infrastructure, including server-side tracking. Collaborating with teams across Marketing, Insights, and Technology to shape solutions that meet campaign goals and enhance user experience. Translating strategic marketing objectives into robust analytics frameworks that enable performance tracking and optimisation. Championing the importance of digital tracking across the organisation, building understanding and respect for its role in our mission. Safeguarding the integrity of our tracking systems during website development and campaign rollouts. Partnering with engineers to design data capture solutions that fuel smarter targeting and reporting. Working closely with our Analytics & Reporting Manager to optimise our GA4 setup. What are we looking for? Experience working on large and complex digital analytics and tracking solutions Deep understanding of modern website applications (Next.js, JavaScript, DOM) Deep understanding of how web browsers work and data flows, is captured and processed High data literacy to query the data collected Understanding of data privacy and how what we track means to a user Expert knowledge of marketing tags including wider strategy, implementation and data policy (Google Marketing Platform, Paid Social, Display, Email) Strong stakeholder managements and able to articulate simple marketing requirements to complex technical solutions. An understanding of marketing data limitations and best practices e.g. attribution to be able to advise on correct reporting implementation and targeting Significant experience implementing and using Google Analytics reporting features including filters, goals, custom reports, segments and Ecommerce Solid understanding of different digital marketing channel targeting methodologies and corresponding measurement tools to inform tracking solutions Significant experience of providing solutions designed for use by nontechnical end users. Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our . How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively. Additional information For more information about working with us please or contact us at . For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: and .

Award-winning teams. Limitless creativity. An industry transformed. Marketing Manager - Loyalty & Cultivation £39,000 - £45,000 plus benefits Reports to: Loyalty & Cultivation Marketing Lead Department: Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract Hours: 35 hours per week (we are open to compressed hours in this role) Location: Stratford, London w/ high-flex (1 - 2 days per week in the office) Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. Closing date: Sunday 26th October 2025, 23:55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. If you require more time to apply as part of a reasonable adjustment, please contact as soon as possible. Interview date: From the week commencing Monday 3rd November 2025. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. This role is an exciting opportunity to shape the marketing strategy and delivery of cross-channel, mass marketing activity to drive loyalty and cultivate ongoing support from people who have chosen to support Cancer Research UK. At CRUK, we are lucky to have a substantial database of supporters who have helped us in our commitment to funding world-class research which drives forward advances in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The Loyalty & Cultivation team looks after the campaigns and journeys which these supporters receive, across multiple channels, to motivate, engage and inspire them to continue their journey with us. We are looking for an experienced and creative marketer to join the team, bringing together stakeholders from across the organisation to shape and deliver key strategies and campaigns to inspire and retain supporters across the range of products CRUK has to offer. What will I be doing? Support the Lead to translate the Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement operating plan and budget into an audience marketing plan and budget. Define and develop the audiences and product offerings that need activating as part of this marketing plan and manage the development and delivery of cross-channel integrated briefs Own the team's approach to cross-sell and cultivation, making strong, data-led recommendations that balance audience and business need and shape the mass journeys supporters receive Manage the planning, set-up, delivery and analysis of integrated multi-channel campaigns that meet and exceed specific audience KPIs Manage the content and creative production, testing and optimisation process, ensuring campaign assets are fully aligned with Brand messaging and other communications themes Collaborate with teams across Marketing & Digital to identify and implement strategic marketing opportunities and ensure holistic supporter journeys for CRUK audiences Work with digital and data experts from across marketing and the wider organisation to improve communications and better engage our audiences Manage the continuous testing and analysis of campaigns, spotting opportunities to optimise ongoing activity and making recommendations to improve the effectiveness of future campaigns. What are you looking for? Significant experience translating marketing strategy into tactical delivery plans by channel, audience and budget Proven experience planning and delivering multi-channel campaigns that meet campaign KPIs, with a particular focus on digital channels and the associated tools and metrics Strong understanding of end-to-end supporter journeys and the role of different channels in fully integrated campaigns Relevant experience of marketing to existing supporters or managing loyalty schemes Relevant experience of managing and motivating agencies to drive maximum value from relationships Matrix management experience with proven leadership skills and the ability to manage competing priorities for yourself and others Data-driven with a strong understanding of UX principles and relevant experience of interpreting results and recommending opportunities for optimisation Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human: Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to fully complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.

4,000 professionals, 0 days wasted, 1 incredible purpose. Together we will beat cancer. Senior Category Manager (Technology) - 12 month FTC Department: Chief Operating Office Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract Salary: £56,000 - £63,000 Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) Closing date: 11.59pm 28th October This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications are received or once a suitable candidate is found At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone determined, someone like you. We're looking for a Senior Category Manager to join our Procurement team on a fixed term basis. In this crucial role, you will be accountable for driving value and impact for Cancer Research UK by leading the development and execution of strategic procurement initiatives across our technology-related services and solutions spend categories. As well as helping CRUK to mitigate risk, you'll support the organisation's long-term goals through effective supplier partnerships and commercial strategies. You'll also build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and influence key decision-making, ultimately ensuring that Procurement deliver measurable benefits aligned with CRUK's mission to beat cancer. What will I be doing? Develop and deliver category strategies that align with CRUK's objectives, using market insights, risk analysis, and stakeholder input to drive value and efficiency. Engage and influence senior stakeholders across CRUK to ensure procurement strategies are understood, supported, and embedded in business planning. Lead sourcing activities including supplier evaluation, selection, and competitive tendering to ensure optimal quality, cost, and service outcomes. Negotiate and draft commercial contracts that secure robust terms, mitigate risk, and maximise value for CRUK. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage supplier relationships, ensuring delivery against KPIs and continuous improvement. Identify and mitigate supplier risks to protect CRUK's operational and reputational interests. Monitor and report on category performance to ensure delivery of savings, value, and alignment with CRUK's strategic goals. What are we looking for? Proven ability to build and manage strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to drive collaboration and innovation. Strong influencing and communication skills, with experience in securing stakeholder buy-in for complex technology procurement strategies. Extensive experience in leading change IT categories, identifying opportunities for digital and operational improvement and delivering measurable benefits. Deep expertise in managing complex IT contracts and supplier relationships, including managed services, SaaS, cloud, and infrastructure, ensuring compliance, performance, and value delivery. In-depth knowledge of category management principles, with a track record of developing and executing IT category strategies that align with organisational goals and technology roadmaps. Comprehensive experience in end-to-end sourcing within IT categories, including tendering, supplier evaluation, and delivering excellent stakeholder experiences across technical and non-technical audiences. Advanced negotiation skills, with a history of securing favourable commercial terms and drafting robust IT contract schedules, including SLAs, KPIs, and exit strategies. What will I gain? Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

4,000 professionals, 0 days wasted, 1 incredible purpose. Together we will beat cancer. ? Senior Category Manager (Technology) - 12 month FTC Department: ?Chief Operating Office? Contract: ?12 month fixed-term contract? Salary: £56,000 - £63,000 Hours: ?Full time 35 hours per week? Location: ?Stratford, London? ?Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)? Closing date: 11.59pm 28th October This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications are received or once a suitable candidate is found? At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone determined, someone like you. ? We're looking for a Senior Category Manager to join our Procurement team on a fixed term basis. In this crucial role, you will be accountable for driving value and impact for Cancer Research UK by leading the development and execution of strategic procurement initiatives across our technology-related services and solutions spend categories. As well as helping CRUK to mitigate risk, you'll support the organisation's long-term goals through effective supplier partnerships and commercial strategies. You'll also build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and influence key decision-making, ultimately ensuring that Procurement deliver measurable benefits aligned with CRUK's mission to beat cancer. What will I be doing? Develop and deliver category strategies that align with CRUK's objectives, using market insights, risk analysis, and stakeholder input to drive value and efficiency. Engage and influence senior stakeholders across CRUK to ensure procurement strategies are understood, supported, and embedded in business planning. Lead sourcing activities including supplier evaluation, selection, and competitive tendering to ensure optimal quality, cost, and service outcomes. Negotiate and draft commercial contracts that secure robust terms, mitigate risk, and maximise value for CRUK. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage supplier relationships, ensuring delivery against KPIs and continuous improvement. Identify and mitigate supplier risks to protect CRUK's operational and reputational interests. Monitor and report on category performance to ensure delivery of savings, value, and alignment with CRUK's strategic goals. What are we looking for? Proven ability to build and manage strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels to drive collaboration and innovation. Strong influencing and communication skills, with experience in securing stakeholder buy-in for complex technology procurement strategies. Extensive experience in leading change IT categories, identifying opportunities for digital and operational improvement and delivering measurable benefits. Deep expertise in managing complex IT contracts and supplier relationships, including managed services, SaaS, cloud, and infrastructure, ensuring compliance, performance, and value delivery. In-depth knowledge of category management principles, with a track record of developing and executing IT category strategies that align with organisational goals and technology roadmaps. Comprehensive experience in end-to-end sourcing within IT categories, including tendering, supplier evaluation, and delivering excellent stakeholder experiences across technical and non-technical audiences. Advanced negotiation skills, with a history of securing favourable commercial terms and drafting robust IT contract schedules, including SLAs, KPIs, and exit strategies. What will I gain? Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please or contact us at . For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: and .

CAMPAIGNS OFFICER - VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT Salary: £35,300 per annum pro rata Reports to: Campaigns Manager Directorate: Policy, Information and Communications Contract: 9 month fixed-term contract / secondment Working hours: 35 hours per week (we are open to compressed hours) Location: Stratford, London w/ high-flex (1 - 2 days per week in the office) Closing date: Sunday 5 October 2025, 23:55 Interview date: Thursday 9 and Friday 10 October 2025 Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who shares our vision, someone like you. ? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Campaigns Officer (Volunteer Management). In this role, you'll be responsible for leading the stewardship of the charity's volunteer Campaigns Ambassadors to support the organisations campaigns, engagement and influencing work to achieve better outcomes for people, patients and professionals. This role is crucial in helping to deliver a strategy to grow and develop an effective Campaigns Ambassadors programme where campaigners are deeply engaged with our political influencing work. What will I be doing? Working in partnership with other Campaigns Officers in the team to develop and deliver the stewardship strategy for campaigners across the full volunteer life cycle Maintaining the volunteer management processes of the team, including communications to Campaigns Ambassadors and managing the logistics and content for campaign events, including our popular Parliament Day in summer 2026. Contributing to the ongoing strategic development of the Campaigns Ambassador programme and making suggestions for future improvements Contributing to, or leading, team wide projects to inform and improve the work of the Campaigns team Drafting communications for, and engaging with, both Campaigns Ambassadors and the rest of the charity to showcase the impact of the programme Liaising with key teams and stakeholders to improve the Campaigns Ambassador experience, increase volunteer numbers and internally promote the Campaigns Ambassador programme and demonstrate its impact Contributing to the wider work of the Campaigns team and to support the work of the Campaigns Managers. What skills will I need? Effective planning and project management skills with the ability to set and work to deadlines in complex, matrixed environments An innovative mindset, with a curiosity to continually improve and evaluate, using test and learn techniques, and promoting a 'dare to fail' culture Understanding of supporter journeys and what motivates individuals Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience of producing clear, accurate and convincing communications Commitment to the involvement of patients and volunteers in our work, ranging from consultation to co-production Strong relationship management and influencing skills with the ability to adapt style, build a rapport and use empathy and understanding to respond to queries and requests Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure Passionate about campaigning and making a case for change that benefits people, patients and professionals. What will I gain? Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.