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upReach
Oct 15, 2025
Full time
Key information Location: Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, or London Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time) Start date: ASAP (we are happy to work with notice periods) Duration: Permanent Salary: £31,830 - £35,280 per annum if based in London. £29,175 - £32,625 per annum if based in Bristol, Manchester, Newcastle or Nottingham, plus a £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance. Application deadline: 12 noon, Monday 10th November 2025 The application for this role will consist of a written application; a telephone interview; and an Assessment Centre (via Zoom). Assessment Centres will take place week commencing 1st December and will consist of an interview and a task relating to the role. About upReach Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects? upReach s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2. We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment. To find out more about our work, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report. ROLE SUMMARY This role will be pivotal in devising, executing, and evaluating impactful marketing and communication strategies that resonate with key audiences and advance upReach's mission of transforming social mobility in the UK. The successful candidate will split their time between PR and external affairs (50%) and marketing campaign development and delivery (50%), with flexibility to adjust based on organisational priorities. Reporting to the Senior Marketing and Communications Manager, and closely collaborating with the Junior Marketing and Communications Manager on specific projects, focussed on increasing press coverage, creating compelling marketing materials, and delivering impactful campaigns. You will work closely with the wider team to ensure all communications align with upReach s brand, with the ultimate aim of championing upReach's mission to transform social mobility in the UK. You will also support upReach in fulfilling our 2024-27 strategic objectives. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES PR, External Affairs & Policy: PR Strategy: Contribute to the development and implementation of a PR strategy to raise awareness of upReach and the cause of social mobility, secure new partners/funders, and attract student applicants. Media Content: Create press releases, opinion pieces, blogs and research that reflect the charity s policy positions on key social mobility issues, and keep upReach website up to date with the latest coverage and articles. Impact Monitoring: Track and quality score incoming press coverage to analyse performance and adjust strategies based on incoming insights, pro-actively securing additional backlinks. External Stakeholder Management: Help respond to incoming media inquiries, ensuring timely responses and distribution of materials. Cultivate relationships with journalists, media outlets, influencers, other social mobility organisations, and other key stakeholders to expand upReach s visibility, updating the CRM and journalist database accordingly. Media, Policy and Research Monitoring: Track and respond to relevant social mobility and education-related policy changes in the UK, ensuring upReach has an active voice in these discussions where appropriate and disseminating key updates to the wider team. Award Submissions: Support the identification and submission of high-quality award entries to build upReach s profile across key target sectors. Crisis Communications: Support in the preparation of responses to any external inquiries or crises, ensuring upReach s reputation is protected. Patron and Ambassador Research: Assist in the research of potential high-profile ambassadors for upReach, ensuring they align with our mission and values. Marketing Campaigns: Student Attraction: Support the delivery of upReach s student attraction strategy to raise awareness of upReach amongst eligible undergraduate students. Campaign Support: Assist in the planning and execution of multi-channel marketing campaigns that drive engagement with beneficiaries, partners, donors, and funders. Content Creation: Work closely with the marketing team to produce compelling digital and print content, including case studies, social media posts/templates, blogs, email campaigns, videos and more. Brand Consistency: Assist in reviewing external-facing materials to ensure they align with upReach s brand guidelines, tone of voice, and key messages. Act in a consulting role to support the successful delivery of Associate-focussed communications. Marketing Asset Management: Maintain a comprehensive inventory of marketing materials, ensuring resources remain up-to-date and relevant, while monitoring distribution amongst the team. Monitoring and Evaluation: Assist in reporting on the success of campaigns using tools like Google Analytics and social media insights. Collaborative Marketing: Collaborate with other charities, higher education institutions, and student societies, to develop co-marketing opportunities that expand programme reach among target student audiences. Other responsibilities: Manage the External Affairs rotation to help one member of the Future Charity Leaders Programme (FCLP), upReach s internal graduate scheme, to learn more about this area of the charity. Continue to develop skills, knowledge and best practice that will enable you to excel in the role, including training on pitching to the media, crafting compelling content and building press relationships. Undertake other marketing, communications or administrative tasks that are required within this role. Please note that it is not possible for the job description to cover the exhaustive list of responsibilities of your role due to the varied nature of the role. The job description aims to provide an overview of your remit. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE We are looking for someone who is passionate about social mobility and believe that background should not be a barrier to graduate employment. To be successful, you would ideally have experience in marketing and communications, particularly in executing PR and policy strategies, facilitating media relations and/or running successful communications campaigns. While not required, experience within a charity, social impact or education-focused organisation would also be highly beneficial for this role. Required skills: Written Communication: Ability to write in a clear and persuasive way that breaks down complex issues into digestible content (e.g. press releases, social media posts and newsletters). Excellent verbal communication for networking, media relations, and public speaking. Creativity and Storytelling: Strong creative flair to develop engaging content and narrative that resonate with different audiences across digital and traditional platforms. Media Knowledge: Good understanding of the media landscape, with experience in managing media contacts, securing coverage, and building relationships with the press. Attention-to-Detail: Strong eye for detail, including excellent proofreading and editing skills, to ensure high-quality, error-free content. Brand Awareness: Understanding of how to promote and protect upReach s brand reputation and the importance of maintaining brand-compliant messaging across all platforms. Project Management: Strong organisational and project management skills, with experience handling multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to quickly adapt to changing situations, including responding to media inquiries or handling unexpected challenges. Pro-activity: A proactive attitude and an ability to suggest, research and implement new ideas to achieve our organisational objectives. Desirable (Not Required) Experience: Hands-on experience with some or all of the following tools/software: G-suite Zoom Canva or similar design software. Mailchimp or similar email marketing software. Website content management systems (CMS). Bigin, Zoho or similar customer relationship management tools (CRMs). Trello Knowledge of GDPR compliance. Knowledge of regulations around charity communications, including compliance with data protection laws and ethical storytelling. COMPETENCIES In general, Senior Officer level involves you demonstrating more leadership capabilities than in an entry-level position. This includes having ownership of a new area (press/PR), and demonstrating an ability to informally lead and have positive influence on the wider team . click apply for full job details
upReach
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Key Information: LOCATION: Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, London and Manchester (hybrid working pattern). We are prioritising applications for the Nottingham and Newcastle locations in line with our regional development strategy. HOURS: 37.5 hours per week (flexible working around core hours of 10am-4pm) START DATE: 12th January 2026 DURATION: 18-month graduate programme with optional apprenticeship opportunity upon completion. Permanent contract from August 2025. SALARY: £27,375 per annum (Bristol, Manchester, Nottingham and Newcastle), £30,025 (London). DEADLINE: Friday 24th October at 12pm (noon). The application process: written application > telephone interview > assessment centre. Assessment Centres will take place on w/c 10th November and w/c 17th November 2025. They will be conducted on Zoom and consist of 2 tasks over 70 minutes: An interview, and a pre-prepared presentation (we will send out the task brief upon invite to Assessment stage). In keeping with upReach's mission and values we would particularly encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups and those with lived experience of barriers to social mobility. We encourage all applicants to review our Application Pack before submitting your application. About upReach Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects? upReach s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from a disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2. We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socio-economic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment. To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report. About the Role upReach is recruiting for our unique Future Charity Leaders Programme (FCLP). This is a great opportunity for anyone who is passionate about social mobility, and looking to gain exposure to various aspects of charity management whilst working with university students who are exploring their career options. We welcome applications from those in the corporate world who are looking for a career change as well as recent graduates wanting to kick-start their career in the third sector. About the FCLP upReach s Future Charity Leaders Programme (FCLP) is a graduate programme combining delivery work (supporting our Associates) with exposure to a range of aspects of charity management. As a Programme Coordinator on the FCLP you will be delivering personalised employment-focused support to a cohort of approximately 80 Associates, helping transform their lives by equipping them with the necessary skills to secure a top graduate job. During a typical week, you should expect to be working across a range of projects including 1:1 undergraduate coaching, group workshops, webinars (we refer to them as Video Forums), partnership management (with university partners or employer partners) and more! In addition to this, the programme offers the opportunity to develop skills in key areas of charity management by participating in 3 rounds of six-month 'rotations'. After your initial 18 months and the completion of 3 six-month rotations, you will have the opportunity to undertake an apprenticeship in Leadership and Management to further develop your skills. Throughout the programme, you will receive dedicated internal training developing your leadership skills and building your confidence in the role. Through our partnership with The Circle Line, you will be part of a supportive peer group, offered regular personal development training workshops online and in-person on their '12 Tools for Life'. You will also be able to choose your own practitioner to support you with 1:1 sessions throughout the programme to help you unlock more of your unique potential. What will I be doing? The FCLP is a fast-paced but rewarding role. Programme Coordinators spend 80% of their time (4 days per week) working directly with Associates to enhance their career knowledge and skills and 20% (1 day per week) on a charity management rotation (or an apprenticeship after 18 months). No two days are the same, but your responsibilities may include: Building and maintaining strong relationships with Associates, helping them to achieve their career goals Developing and delivering professional development-focused support Individual and small group work with Associates Assisting Associates with their applications to undergraduate positions and graduate jobs Developing sector and/or employability skill knowledge while building resources to aid all Associates Developing and maintaining strong relationships with university and/or employer partners Delivering informative workshops to enhance sector knowledge and employability skills Planning, delivering and reporting on events and workshops with partners When applying for this role we ask that applicants are able to commit to the full 18-month training programme, and we encourage participation in the apprenticeship scheme beyond this. As you will be working directly with our beneficiaries throughout their degree, this consistency will allow you to build bonds with your Associates and ensure continuity, thus allowing us to have the most impact for the young people we work with. What Skills and Experience do I need? This programme would be suited to individuals who are committed to upReach s mission, motivated to work with undergraduates and interested in learning about, and gaining experience in, charity management. We are looking for people who are passionate about social mobility and believe that background should not be a barrier to graduate employment. Essential Skills/Experiences: Working in a fast-paced environment and working independently to find solutions to problems Strong organisational and time management skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a varied workload A University degree in any discipline, or equivalent experience Self-motivation and an ability to work in a small team as well as solo Excellent communication skills and strong written English The ability to engage and communicate confidently with undergraduates, corporate volunteers (mentors) and employers via phone, email, and in person Experience of public speaking or facilitating workshops Desirable Skills/Experiences: Knowledge of the graduate labour market in the UK and experience supporting individuals through an application process Strong negotiation skills and experience in roles requiring influence Working in one or more of the career sectors that upReach support Associates in applying to. Team Culture & Benefits: By joining the upReach team, you will be joining a team who are dedicated to encouraging you in your career journey and fostering an inclusive culture. We offer: Flexible working, hybrid working and reduced Summer Hours (June-August) Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays. (This increases to 27 days entitlement after 2.5 years and then to 30 days after 5 years of working with us) Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members Birthday leave, 1 day of Volunteering leave and annual wellbeing days Optional extended unpaid leave during summer months 3% Pension Contribution, this increases to 5% after 5 years of working with us Cycle-to-work scheme, Tech loan scheme Monthly socials, Annual in-person Team Day Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aid Training and Ethnic Minority Mentoring Scheme A range of discounts through the Charity Workers Discount and Tickets for Good websites The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks: Disability and Inclusion Network Diverse Roots Network Green Network LGBTQ+ Network Mindfulness Network Parents and Carers Network Socio-Economic Background Network (Im)Migrants Network Ready to apply? We are dedicated to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Unfortunately, upReach is unable to offer Visa Sponsorship. Applications close at 12 Noon on Friday 24th October. Equal Opportunities At upReach, we are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability . click apply for full job details