Senior Appeals Officer Nottinghamshire £400 Day Rate The Role To oversee and manage a locality SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) team to be responsible for the standards and delivery of; the statutory assessment of children and young people who may require special education, health and care provision, ensuring statutory timescales are met click apply for full job details
Oct 24, 2025
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Senior Appeals Officer Nottinghamshire £400 Day Rate The Role To oversee and manage a locality SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) team to be responsible for the standards and delivery of; the statutory assessment of children and young people who may require special education, health and care provision, ensuring statutory timescales are met click apply for full job details
Planning Strategy & Policy Manager Location: Brecon Salary: Grade 12 £47,181 - £49,282 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: 26th November 2025 National Parks were designated in order to protect beautiful areas for the benefit of the nation. They came about as a result of the 1949 National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act, which put a legislative framework in place for the establishment of National Parks in England and Wales. The Role Lead and deliver the statutory planning policy functions of the Authority, including the preparation, examination and adoption of the National Park Local Development Plan, and its monitoring and review. Provide advice on and support the preparation of other planning strategy and policy including supplementary planning guidance, place plans, strategic development plans and local development plan lites. Lead and manage the Planning Strategy & Policy Team ensuring efficient, cost effective service delivery and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Oversee the preparation, examination, adoption and monitoring of the National Park Local Development Plan. Oversee and support matters related to planning ecology and related work areas such as SAC river catchment partnerships. Provide planning policy advice on planning and related applications, enforcement cases and appeals. Manage and input into other planning policy work relevant to the Authority including the preparation of strategic development plans, Supplementary Planning Guidance, Place Plans, development briefs and studies. Provide specialist advice and support to senior officers and Members on planning strategy, policy and related issues ensuring the National Park Authority and its Members are kept up to date and briefed on the work of the Planning Strategy & Policy Team and other national and local planning policy developments. Contribute to the implementation and monitoring of the National Park Management Plan to ensure integration between planning and management policies. Commission surveys, studies or specialist services/projects as necessary to support service delivery and manage such contracts effectively. Liaise with Welsh Government, other National Parks and Local Authorities with regards to the development and implementation of planning policies, consultations and related evidence. Promote the involvement of local people and other stakeholders in the planning process and build and maintain successful relationships with relevant stakeholders and partnerships. Contribute towards the planning appeal work of the Authority on policy issues and, when appropriate, to attend public inquiries/ hearings. Provide leadership, line management and support to staff within the Planning Strategy & Policy Team overseeing work priorities, appraisals and outcomes. Oversee and monitor the performance of the Planning Strategy & Policy Team supporting the continuous improvement of the service and ensuring that business objectives are met. Help ensure there are positive links between the Planning Strategy and Policy Team and the rest of the Planning Service and Authority. Manage and monitor the budget of the Planning Strategy & Policy Team. Represent the Authority and attend and present at appropriate meetings and committees as required. Any other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the post as directed by the Director of Planning & Place or Chief Executive Officer. Skills and Qualifications Essential Criteria A minimum of 4 years relevant experience in Planning Policy Demonstrable experience of the application of public / administrative law to plan making A recognized qualification, degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning or a related discipline An in-depth knowledge of planning policy, related legislation and procedures Understanding of ecological issues in the planning process and related regulations Ability to work under pressure, on own initiative and organise workload effectively Proven ability to deliver high quality services that are cost effective and provide excellent customer service. An ability to provide coherent, competent and professional advice both written and verbal An ability to demonstrate organisational and interpersonal skills required to deliver complex work areas and meet deadlines. An ability to work as part of a team and to mentor and support colleagues on planning related issues. Ability to deal diplomatically with the public, National Park Members, staff and other stakeholders. Ability to proactively engage local communities and other key stakeholders in the development and delivery of the service A willingness to attend public meetings outside core office hours Welsh Language Level 0 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Oct 23, 2025
Full time
Planning Strategy & Policy Manager Location: Brecon Salary: Grade 12 £47,181 - £49,282 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: 26th November 2025 National Parks were designated in order to protect beautiful areas for the benefit of the nation. They came about as a result of the 1949 National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act, which put a legislative framework in place for the establishment of National Parks in England and Wales. The Role Lead and deliver the statutory planning policy functions of the Authority, including the preparation, examination and adoption of the National Park Local Development Plan, and its monitoring and review. Provide advice on and support the preparation of other planning strategy and policy including supplementary planning guidance, place plans, strategic development plans and local development plan lites. Lead and manage the Planning Strategy & Policy Team ensuring efficient, cost effective service delivery and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Oversee the preparation, examination, adoption and monitoring of the National Park Local Development Plan. Oversee and support matters related to planning ecology and related work areas such as SAC river catchment partnerships. Provide planning policy advice on planning and related applications, enforcement cases and appeals. Manage and input into other planning policy work relevant to the Authority including the preparation of strategic development plans, Supplementary Planning Guidance, Place Plans, development briefs and studies. Provide specialist advice and support to senior officers and Members on planning strategy, policy and related issues ensuring the National Park Authority and its Members are kept up to date and briefed on the work of the Planning Strategy & Policy Team and other national and local planning policy developments. Contribute to the implementation and monitoring of the National Park Management Plan to ensure integration between planning and management policies. Commission surveys, studies or specialist services/projects as necessary to support service delivery and manage such contracts effectively. Liaise with Welsh Government, other National Parks and Local Authorities with regards to the development and implementation of planning policies, consultations and related evidence. Promote the involvement of local people and other stakeholders in the planning process and build and maintain successful relationships with relevant stakeholders and partnerships. Contribute towards the planning appeal work of the Authority on policy issues and, when appropriate, to attend public inquiries/ hearings. Provide leadership, line management and support to staff within the Planning Strategy & Policy Team overseeing work priorities, appraisals and outcomes. Oversee and monitor the performance of the Planning Strategy & Policy Team supporting the continuous improvement of the service and ensuring that business objectives are met. Help ensure there are positive links between the Planning Strategy and Policy Team and the rest of the Planning Service and Authority. Manage and monitor the budget of the Planning Strategy & Policy Team. Represent the Authority and attend and present at appropriate meetings and committees as required. Any other duties appropriate to the grade and nature of the post as directed by the Director of Planning & Place or Chief Executive Officer. Skills and Qualifications Essential Criteria A minimum of 4 years relevant experience in Planning Policy Demonstrable experience of the application of public / administrative law to plan making A recognized qualification, degree or equivalent in Town and Country Planning or a related discipline An in-depth knowledge of planning policy, related legislation and procedures Understanding of ecological issues in the planning process and related regulations Ability to work under pressure, on own initiative and organise workload effectively Proven ability to deliver high quality services that are cost effective and provide excellent customer service. An ability to provide coherent, competent and professional advice both written and verbal An ability to demonstrate organisational and interpersonal skills required to deliver complex work areas and meet deadlines. An ability to work as part of a team and to mentor and support colleagues on planning related issues. Ability to deal diplomatically with the public, National Park Members, staff and other stakeholders. Ability to proactively engage local communities and other key stakeholders in the development and delivery of the service A willingness to attend public meetings outside core office hours Welsh Language Level 0 To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.
Senior Enforcement Officer (Planning) Leicestershire 3 Month Ongoing Contract Core responsibilities: Carry out duties in relation to beaches of planning control, monitoring planning conditions and unauthorised developments . Undertake inspections and other monitoring visits to assess compliance with relevant legislation Investigate alleged breaches of legislation Write reports relating to planning investigations, draft formal notices and update computer records Take appropriate enforcement action against those failing to comply with relevant legislation Represent the Council at enforcement appeals, public inquiries and in court when necessary Respond to all service requests within the remit of the work of the team Provide advice and guidance Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Oct 23, 2025
Contractor
Senior Enforcement Officer (Planning) Leicestershire 3 Month Ongoing Contract Core responsibilities: Carry out duties in relation to beaches of planning control, monitoring planning conditions and unauthorised developments . Undertake inspections and other monitoring visits to assess compliance with relevant legislation Investigate alleged breaches of legislation Write reports relating to planning investigations, draft formal notices and update computer records Take appropriate enforcement action against those failing to comply with relevant legislation Represent the Council at enforcement appeals, public inquiries and in court when necessary Respond to all service requests within the remit of the work of the team Provide advice and guidance Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy in further detail or any other vacancies, please contact our Team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Role purpose We are seeking an organised, data-driven, and creative Senior Individual Giving Officer to support the delivery of high-quality fundraising campaigns that inspire new and existing supporters to give. You will play a key role in developing excellent supporter and stewardship journeys that encourage repeat gifts and maximise supporter lifetime value. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging direct marketing campaigns across print, digital and email channels, with a particular focus on one-off appeals, regular donations, and incentivised giving products. Working closely with the Marketing & Campaigns Manager and Marketing & Communications Officer, you will develop audience-led supporter journeys, compelling fundraising copy, and test-and-learn approaches to build lasting supporter relationships and grow income for Southampton Hospitals Charity. You will also support budgeting and performance reporting, analysing campaign results to inform and optimise future activity. Key tasks and responsibilities Campaign development and delivery Work with the Campaigns & Marketing Manager to plan and deliver a calendar of direct marketing campaigns across print, email, and digital, focused on income generation and donor retention. Work with the Marketing and Communications Officer to develop compelling, supporter-centred fundraising copy for appeals, donation forms, landing pages, emails, and stewardship content. Coordinate campaign production, from creative briefing to print and fulfilment, working with suppliers, designers, and mailing house partners as needed. Lead on campaign timelines and ensure activity is delivered on time and within budget. Work with colleagues across the charity to gather impactful case studies and project updates for use in donor communications. Manage and maintain campaign collateral such as templates, thank-you letters, and welcome packs, ensuring brand and message consistency. Supporter journeys & stewardship Develop and implement supporter journeys for new and existing individual givers, ensuring timely and relevant follow-ups to donations. Identify opportunities to improve retention and upgrade rates through targeted communications and segmentation. Ensure all donor touchpoints (e.g. donation forms, thank-you pages, emails) provide an excellent experience. Collaborate with the Fundraising and Operation teams to ensure donor communications align with wider charity messaging. Support fundraising campaigns with tailored communications for regular givers, lottery players, payroll givers, and one-off donors. Provide outstanding donor stewardship to foster repeat support and promote additional giving opportunities, including legacy gifts. Data & insight Work closely with Database & Insights Officer to segment data and analyse results to inform and feed into longer-term strategic plans to maximise donor lifetime value. Regularly track and report on KPIs such as response rate, income, ROI, and donor retention. Lead on A/B testing within appeals and digital communications, using results to optimise future campaigns. Maintain accurate supporter data and adhere to GDPR, PECR, and fundraising best practices. Act as a liaison between fundraising and marketing to ensure coordinated and effective campaigns. Ensure all fundraising materials follow brand guidelines and ethical fundraising codes. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulations and ensure full compliance with data protection laws, safeguarding donor confidentiality at all times. Stay up to date with trends in individual giving and apply learning to test new ideas and improve performance. Where needed, provide cover or collaborative support for Marketing and Communications Officer during periods of annual leave. Actively engage in personal development and contribute to team learning, innovation, and the sharing of best practices. Support the charity s strategic direction by contributing to a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Collaboration & compliance Act as a liaison between fundraising and marketing to ensure coordinated and effective campaigns. Ensure all fundraising materials follow brand guidelines and ethical fundraising codes. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulations and ensure full compliance with data protection laws, safeguarding donor confidentiality at all times. Stay up to date with trends in individual giving and apply learning to test new ideas and improve performance. Where needed, provide cover or collaborative support for Marketing and Communications Officer during periods of annual leave. Actively engage in personal development and contribute to team learning, innovation, and the sharing of best practices. Support the charity s strategic direction by contributing to a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Person specification Knowledge and experience Experience working in the charity or healthcare sector An understanding of Individual Giving practices and techniques Experience delivering multi-channel fundraising or direct marketing campaigns Familiarity with direct debit, regular giving or payroll giving programmes Excellent copywriting and editing skills for fundraising appeals Experience using CRM systems and data segmentation (Beacon preferred) Ability to manage external suppliers, designers and/or printers Understanding of GDPR, Fundraising Regulator guidance, and supporter consent Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Google Analytics) Skills, abilities, and behaviours Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines Highly numerate with the ability to analyse large data to optimise future campaigns Strong organisational skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team Comfortable working collaboratively across departments Empathy and understanding of supporter motivations and behaviour Commitment to the values and goals of Southampton Hospitals Charit
Oct 23, 2025
Full time
Role purpose We are seeking an organised, data-driven, and creative Senior Individual Giving Officer to support the delivery of high-quality fundraising campaigns that inspire new and existing supporters to give. You will play a key role in developing excellent supporter and stewardship journeys that encourage repeat gifts and maximise supporter lifetime value. You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging direct marketing campaigns across print, digital and email channels, with a particular focus on one-off appeals, regular donations, and incentivised giving products. Working closely with the Marketing & Campaigns Manager and Marketing & Communications Officer, you will develop audience-led supporter journeys, compelling fundraising copy, and test-and-learn approaches to build lasting supporter relationships and grow income for Southampton Hospitals Charity. You will also support budgeting and performance reporting, analysing campaign results to inform and optimise future activity. Key tasks and responsibilities Campaign development and delivery Work with the Campaigns & Marketing Manager to plan and deliver a calendar of direct marketing campaigns across print, email, and digital, focused on income generation and donor retention. Work with the Marketing and Communications Officer to develop compelling, supporter-centred fundraising copy for appeals, donation forms, landing pages, emails, and stewardship content. Coordinate campaign production, from creative briefing to print and fulfilment, working with suppliers, designers, and mailing house partners as needed. Lead on campaign timelines and ensure activity is delivered on time and within budget. Work with colleagues across the charity to gather impactful case studies and project updates for use in donor communications. Manage and maintain campaign collateral such as templates, thank-you letters, and welcome packs, ensuring brand and message consistency. Supporter journeys & stewardship Develop and implement supporter journeys for new and existing individual givers, ensuring timely and relevant follow-ups to donations. Identify opportunities to improve retention and upgrade rates through targeted communications and segmentation. Ensure all donor touchpoints (e.g. donation forms, thank-you pages, emails) provide an excellent experience. Collaborate with the Fundraising and Operation teams to ensure donor communications align with wider charity messaging. Support fundraising campaigns with tailored communications for regular givers, lottery players, payroll givers, and one-off donors. Provide outstanding donor stewardship to foster repeat support and promote additional giving opportunities, including legacy gifts. Data & insight Work closely with Database & Insights Officer to segment data and analyse results to inform and feed into longer-term strategic plans to maximise donor lifetime value. Regularly track and report on KPIs such as response rate, income, ROI, and donor retention. Lead on A/B testing within appeals and digital communications, using results to optimise future campaigns. Maintain accurate supporter data and adhere to GDPR, PECR, and fundraising best practices. Act as a liaison between fundraising and marketing to ensure coordinated and effective campaigns. Ensure all fundraising materials follow brand guidelines and ethical fundraising codes. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulations and ensure full compliance with data protection laws, safeguarding donor confidentiality at all times. Stay up to date with trends in individual giving and apply learning to test new ideas and improve performance. Where needed, provide cover or collaborative support for Marketing and Communications Officer during periods of annual leave. Actively engage in personal development and contribute to team learning, innovation, and the sharing of best practices. Support the charity s strategic direction by contributing to a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Collaboration & compliance Act as a liaison between fundraising and marketing to ensure coordinated and effective campaigns. Ensure all fundraising materials follow brand guidelines and ethical fundraising codes. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fundraising regulations and ensure full compliance with data protection laws, safeguarding donor confidentiality at all times. Stay up to date with trends in individual giving and apply learning to test new ideas and improve performance. Where needed, provide cover or collaborative support for Marketing and Communications Officer during periods of annual leave. Actively engage in personal development and contribute to team learning, innovation, and the sharing of best practices. Support the charity s strategic direction by contributing to a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Person specification Knowledge and experience Experience working in the charity or healthcare sector An understanding of Individual Giving practices and techniques Experience delivering multi-channel fundraising or direct marketing campaigns Familiarity with direct debit, regular giving or payroll giving programmes Excellent copywriting and editing skills for fundraising appeals Experience using CRM systems and data segmentation (Beacon preferred) Ability to manage external suppliers, designers and/or printers Understanding of GDPR, Fundraising Regulator guidance, and supporter consent Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online marketing platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Google Analytics) Skills, abilities, and behaviours Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines Highly numerate with the ability to analyse large data to optimise future campaigns Strong organisational skills with a proactive, problem-solving approach Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team Comfortable working collaboratively across departments Empathy and understanding of supporter motivations and behaviour Commitment to the values and goals of Southampton Hospitals Charit
Exams Officer - Independent School, North West London Location: North LondonContract Type: Full-time / Permanent (Term-time plus additional weeks)Salary: £37,000 to £39,300Start Date: November We are working with a prestigious independent school in North London. They are seeking a meticulous and committed Exams Officer to join our dedicated administrative team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of all internal and external examinations, maintaining the high standards and integrity expected within our academic community. Key Responsibilities: Manage and coordinate all aspects of the examination process, including entries, timetabling, rooming, invigilation, and results. Liaise effectively with exam boards, teaching staff, and senior leadership to ensure all exam regulations and deadlines are met. Ensure full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations. Recruit, train, and manage invigilators for both internal and external examinations. Maintain secure storage and handling of confidential examination materials. Prepare and distribute examination timetables, seating plans, and candidate information. Oversee post-results services, including remarks and appeals. Provide data and analysis of examination results to senior leadership. Person Specification: Previous experience as an Exams Officer or in a similar administrative role within education (experience in an independent school desirable). Strong organisational and administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure, particularly during exam periods. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using examination and school management systems (e.g. ISAMS, SIMS, or similar). Thorough understanding of JCQ regulations and procedures. Discreet, professional, and able to handle sensitive information with integrity. What They Offer: A supportive and welcoming school community. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Beautiful working environment in the heart of North London. Competitive salary and staff benefits package. How to Apply: We look forward to hearing from you. Please email your CV to or visit our website and apply online at CloudStone Education Services (cloud-stone.co.uk). About Us: CloudStone Education Services focuses solely on non-teaching roles within schools and universities across London and the Home Counties. We pride ourselves on providing high standards for candidates, schools, and universities alike. We will help you find the right short-term, long-term, or permanent role in a school and location that suits you. We are also here to guide you through every step of the recruitment process and provide a wealth of resources and expert advice to support you in your search for the perfect role.
Oct 22, 2025
Full time
Exams Officer - Independent School, North West London Location: North LondonContract Type: Full-time / Permanent (Term-time plus additional weeks)Salary: £37,000 to £39,300Start Date: November We are working with a prestigious independent school in North London. They are seeking a meticulous and committed Exams Officer to join our dedicated administrative team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of all internal and external examinations, maintaining the high standards and integrity expected within our academic community. Key Responsibilities: Manage and coordinate all aspects of the examination process, including entries, timetabling, rooming, invigilation, and results. Liaise effectively with exam boards, teaching staff, and senior leadership to ensure all exam regulations and deadlines are met. Ensure full compliance with JCQ and awarding body regulations. Recruit, train, and manage invigilators for both internal and external examinations. Maintain secure storage and handling of confidential examination materials. Prepare and distribute examination timetables, seating plans, and candidate information. Oversee post-results services, including remarks and appeals. Provide data and analysis of examination results to senior leadership. Person Specification: Previous experience as an Exams Officer or in a similar administrative role within education (experience in an independent school desirable). Strong organisational and administrative skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure, particularly during exam periods. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using examination and school management systems (e.g. ISAMS, SIMS, or similar). Thorough understanding of JCQ regulations and procedures. Discreet, professional, and able to handle sensitive information with integrity. What They Offer: A supportive and welcoming school community. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Beautiful working environment in the heart of North London. Competitive salary and staff benefits package. How to Apply: We look forward to hearing from you. Please email your CV to or visit our website and apply online at CloudStone Education Services (cloud-stone.co.uk). About Us: CloudStone Education Services focuses solely on non-teaching roles within schools and universities across London and the Home Counties. We pride ourselves on providing high standards for candidates, schools, and universities alike. We will help you find the right short-term, long-term, or permanent role in a school and location that suits you. We are also here to guide you through every step of the recruitment process and provide a wealth of resources and expert advice to support you in your search for the perfect role.
Senior Enforcement Officer Location: Stenson Road, LE67 4JP Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 33.00 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Address planning control breaches and monitor conditions. Inspect sites to ensure compliance with laws. Investigate reported legal breaches. Prepare reports, formal notices, and update records. Take enforcement actions when needed. Represent the Council in appeals, inquiries, and court. Provide advice and respond to service requests. Supervise the planning enforcement team. Support S106 monitoring and compliance. Assist the Environmental Protection Team when required. Ensure health and safety standards are met. Promote equality and diversity in service and employment. Participate in training and development. Help during civil emergencies as instructed. Person Specifications Must Have: Eligibility to work in the UK. Full UK Driving Licence. Experience in enforcement or planning applications. Knowledge of enforcement and planning legislation. Experience in inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions. Report writing skills. Nice to Have: Confidence and resilience. Ability to embrace change. Strong communication skills. Ability to evaluate options and make recommendations. Motivational skills for self and others. Creativity and openness to new ideas. Flexibility in approach. Skill in building rapport and influencing outcomes. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Oct 22, 2025
Contractor
Senior Enforcement Officer Location: Stenson Road, LE67 4JP Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 2+ months Working Hours: Mon Fri, 09 00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 33.00 per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Address planning control breaches and monitor conditions. Inspect sites to ensure compliance with laws. Investigate reported legal breaches. Prepare reports, formal notices, and update records. Take enforcement actions when needed. Represent the Council in appeals, inquiries, and court. Provide advice and respond to service requests. Supervise the planning enforcement team. Support S106 monitoring and compliance. Assist the Environmental Protection Team when required. Ensure health and safety standards are met. Promote equality and diversity in service and employment. Participate in training and development. Help during civil emergencies as instructed. Person Specifications Must Have: Eligibility to work in the UK. Full UK Driving Licence. Experience in enforcement or planning applications. Knowledge of enforcement and planning legislation. Experience in inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions. Report writing skills. Nice to Have: Confidence and resilience. Ability to embrace change. Strong communication skills. Ability to evaluate options and make recommendations. Motivational skills for self and others. Creativity and openness to new ideas. Flexibility in approach. Skill in building rapport and influencing outcomes. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
A London based University are looking for an Investigations Officer to join their team on an interim contract. You will provide expert technical advice and support for formal and informal casework including investigations, hearings and appeals related to student complaints, appeals and disciplinary matters Job duties: Manage and lead investigations into student complaints, university appeals, and disciplinary cases, including complex cases involving sexual violence. Coordinate and support Schools and Departments in progressing investigations efficiently by reviewing documentation, gathering evidence, and producing timelines. Ensure procedural compliance by aligning investigations with university policies and legal standards, and acting as a liaison between central and departmental teams. Maintain quality and consistency through reviewing response letters, developing templates, and ensuring timely resolution of cases. Provide expert guidance at formal hearings and appeals, coach managers on procedures, and serve as a panel member when needed. Monitor trends and improve practice by delivering training, updating policies based on case law and sector developments, and producing reports for senior governance bodies. Candidate profile: Formal investigation training Experience of working in a UK higher education institution demonstrating an understanding of the needs of students An understanding of dispute resolution processes (complaints, appeals) as they apply in higher education Proven experience of managing formal casework at all stages of complaint, appeal and disciplinary procedures Up to date knowledge of law as it applied to casework and University procedures. Experience of delivering and developing training Job information: Hourly rate: £25.53 (£28.61 inclusive of holiday pay) Hours per week: 35 Contract: 3 -6 months temporary Location: London This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.
Oct 22, 2025
Seasonal
A London based University are looking for an Investigations Officer to join their team on an interim contract. You will provide expert technical advice and support for formal and informal casework including investigations, hearings and appeals related to student complaints, appeals and disciplinary matters Job duties: Manage and lead investigations into student complaints, university appeals, and disciplinary cases, including complex cases involving sexual violence. Coordinate and support Schools and Departments in progressing investigations efficiently by reviewing documentation, gathering evidence, and producing timelines. Ensure procedural compliance by aligning investigations with university policies and legal standards, and acting as a liaison between central and departmental teams. Maintain quality and consistency through reviewing response letters, developing templates, and ensuring timely resolution of cases. Provide expert guidance at formal hearings and appeals, coach managers on procedures, and serve as a panel member when needed. Monitor trends and improve practice by delivering training, updating policies based on case law and sector developments, and producing reports for senior governance bodies. Candidate profile: Formal investigation training Experience of working in a UK higher education institution demonstrating an understanding of the needs of students An understanding of dispute resolution processes (complaints, appeals) as they apply in higher education Proven experience of managing formal casework at all stages of complaint, appeal and disciplinary procedures Up to date knowledge of law as it applied to casework and University procedures. Experience of delivering and developing training Job information: Hourly rate: £25.53 (£28.61 inclusive of holiday pay) Hours per week: 35 Contract: 3 -6 months temporary Location: London This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged. Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.
Senior Planner Job in Leeds, Yorkshire New opening for a Senior Planner job in Leeds with a well-established, national retirement living provider. As the business enters its next phase of growth, they're looking to strengthen their team with an experienced planning professional. The ideal candidate will bring significant industry experience from either local authority or consultancy and be working towards MRTPI status. Package: 40,000 - 60,000 (DOE) plus bonus potential, 25 days' annual leave, gym membership, and additional benefits! Our client is a leading UK developer specialising in the creation of modern, purpose-built care homes, offering the opportunity to be part of projects that genuinely make a difference to people's lives. Combining innovation with sustainability, they deliver high-quality, energy-efficient facilities designed to enhance the comfort and wellbeing of elderly residents. As both developer and contractor, they manage every stage of the process - from land acquisition and planning to construction and handover - giving employees the chance to work on varied and meaningful projects. Their focus on quality, collaboration, and long-term community impact makes them an employer of choice for those looking to contribute to work they can be proud of. Role & Responsibilities Lead site appraisals and evaluations Hold meetings with stakeholders and planning officers Manage full planning applications - preparing reports, statements, submissions and appeals Liaise with the wider teams across land, construction and technical. Required Skills & Experience Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar MRTPI or working towards chartership Prior experience working in a local authority or private consultancy Knowledge of the full planning process Full UK Driving Licence and car. What you get back Salary of 40,000 - 60,000 Annual bonus scheme after qualifying period 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to purchase annual leave Free parking and on-site gym. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.
Oct 21, 2025
Full time
Senior Planner Job in Leeds, Yorkshire New opening for a Senior Planner job in Leeds with a well-established, national retirement living provider. As the business enters its next phase of growth, they're looking to strengthen their team with an experienced planning professional. The ideal candidate will bring significant industry experience from either local authority or consultancy and be working towards MRTPI status. Package: 40,000 - 60,000 (DOE) plus bonus potential, 25 days' annual leave, gym membership, and additional benefits! Our client is a leading UK developer specialising in the creation of modern, purpose-built care homes, offering the opportunity to be part of projects that genuinely make a difference to people's lives. Combining innovation with sustainability, they deliver high-quality, energy-efficient facilities designed to enhance the comfort and wellbeing of elderly residents. As both developer and contractor, they manage every stage of the process - from land acquisition and planning to construction and handover - giving employees the chance to work on varied and meaningful projects. Their focus on quality, collaboration, and long-term community impact makes them an employer of choice for those looking to contribute to work they can be proud of. Role & Responsibilities Lead site appraisals and evaluations Hold meetings with stakeholders and planning officers Manage full planning applications - preparing reports, statements, submissions and appeals Liaise with the wider teams across land, construction and technical. Required Skills & Experience Degree qualified in Town Planning or similar MRTPI or working towards chartership Prior experience working in a local authority or private consultancy Knowledge of the full planning process Full UK Driving Licence and car. What you get back Salary of 40,000 - 60,000 Annual bonus scheme after qualifying period 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and the option to purchase annual leave Free parking and on-site gym. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.
Carrington West are assisting a South Coast based local authority in the search for a Principal Planning Officer (Development Management) to join on an initial 6 month contract (Then rolling). Main Purposes -To process and determine a caseload of major planning applications and process any subsequent appeals that may arise, including giving evidence at public inquiries. -To develop and maintain a good working relationship with Members and all of our customers. -Be the Council's adviser on planning applications, pre- application advice, and planning appeals. -Ensure the achievement of goals and targets in line with the Development Management Service Plan. Accountabilities 1.To discharge the duties of the post in accordance with the Council's Service Charters and DM Service Plan. 2.To consider and determine planning applications, to be issued under delegated powers in the absence of the Head of Development Management 3.To deliver planning officer reports and recommendations to delegated and to planning committee that are of good standard, consistent, meet legal requirements and accord with planning policy at local and national levels. 4.Working with all staff to ensure a good working relationship with Members, our customers and other stakeholders and the service is responsive to customer needs. 5.To resolve problems and issues arising from the Development Management function through the use of innovative solutions as appropriate. 6.To deal direct with and advise elected Council Members on DM matters. 7.To act as DM adviser for all other Council services 8.To assist in considering, investigating and responding to formal complaints in accordance with the Council's procedures. Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. Carrington West Pay Rate - Approx £60per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 61316 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Oct 21, 2025
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Carrington West are assisting a South Coast based local authority in the search for a Principal Planning Officer (Development Management) to join on an initial 6 month contract (Then rolling). Main Purposes -To process and determine a caseload of major planning applications and process any subsequent appeals that may arise, including giving evidence at public inquiries. -To develop and maintain a good working relationship with Members and all of our customers. -Be the Council's adviser on planning applications, pre- application advice, and planning appeals. -Ensure the achievement of goals and targets in line with the Development Management Service Plan. Accountabilities 1.To discharge the duties of the post in accordance with the Council's Service Charters and DM Service Plan. 2.To consider and determine planning applications, to be issued under delegated powers in the absence of the Head of Development Management 3.To deliver planning officer reports and recommendations to delegated and to planning committee that are of good standard, consistent, meet legal requirements and accord with planning policy at local and national levels. 4.Working with all staff to ensure a good working relationship with Members, our customers and other stakeholders and the service is responsive to customer needs. 5.To resolve problems and issues arising from the Development Management function through the use of innovative solutions as appropriate. 6.To deal direct with and advise elected Council Members on DM matters. 7.To act as DM adviser for all other Council services 8.To assist in considering, investigating and responding to formal complaints in accordance with the Council's procedures. Experience in a similar position is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. Carrington West Pay Rate - Approx £60per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 61316 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Oxfordshire in their search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Development Management team. This will be offered on an initial 6-month contract, then rolling. We are looking for a qualified Town Planner with current experience of assessing planning applications, with particular experience dealing with Major Applications and Large Strategic Sites in both Urban and Rural settings. The successful candidate will be largely working remotely but you will be expected to undertake site visits Key Objectives: To deal with a range of pre-applications, applications and appeals, in order to regulate and control built development and land use, in the light of Government and local planning policies and other material considerations, including control over the design and layout of the built environment. To promote and negotiate high quality design in development. To actively contribute and promote the highest professional standards in planning across all Council activities and provide an efficient, fair and high-quality development management service. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: To deal personally with a range of pre-applications, applications and appeals, as allocated by the Team Leader, and to present recommendations to Planning Committee. Ensuring the validity of such proposals, visiting sites, analysing planning history, carrying out consultations, assessment and drafting of recommendations in reports. To advise the public and professionals on planning policy, legislation and other issues so as to attain the optimum quality of advice and recommendations on the Council's policies, Government guidance and planning legislation. To ensure that planning decisions are made (and seen to be made) with the utmost integrity. To provide information and responses to other parts of the Council, Government departments, national organisations with an interest in planning matters, members of the public and outside bodies in relation to planning matters. To attend and advise meetings of the Council's Planning Committee and other Committees, informal and formal site visits, internal and external working groups and other meetings, as appropriate, on matters relating to the Development Management service To prepare appeal statements to present the Council's case to the Planning Inspectorate to provide the appropriate level of professional input necessary to support the Council's decisions as allocated by the Team Leader. To be acquainted with the various Acts relating to the Council's statutory responsibilities with regard to planning matters, including the relevant legislation, orders, circulars and policies. Keeping abreast of changes in such legislation and Government advice and making the necessary changes to practices and procedures arising there from. To assist the Development Management Team Leader in maintaining a flexible and resilient team to deliver service objectives and improvements. To assist the Development Management Team Leader by contributing effectively to the delivery of team, service, divisional and council priorities, objectives and targets. These duties and responsibilities should not be regarded as either exclusive or exhaustive as the postholder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grading of the post. It would be beneficial to hold a RTPI accredited Planning Degree or equivalent Planning qualification and/or have experience in a similar position. Our client is looking for someone to start almost immediately and is available to interview at short notice. Carrington West Pay Rate - Up to £60per hour (DOE) Job Ref - 61506 Please call (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email the following: (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Oct 21, 2025
Contractor
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Oxfordshire in their search for a Principal Planning Officer to join their Development Management team. This will be offered on an initial 6-month contract, then rolling. We are looking for a qualified Town Planner with current experience of assessing planning applications, with particular experience dealing with Major Applications and Large Strategic Sites in both Urban and Rural settings. The successful candidate will be largely working remotely but you will be expected to undertake site visits Key Objectives: To deal with a range of pre-applications, applications and appeals, in order to regulate and control built development and land use, in the light of Government and local planning policies and other material considerations, including control over the design and layout of the built environment. To promote and negotiate high quality design in development. To actively contribute and promote the highest professional standards in planning across all Council activities and provide an efficient, fair and high-quality development management service. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: To deal personally with a range of pre-applications, applications and appeals, as allocated by the Team Leader, and to present recommendations to Planning Committee. Ensuring the validity of such proposals, visiting sites, analysing planning history, carrying out consultations, assessment and drafting of recommendations in reports. To advise the public and professionals on planning policy, legislation and other issues so as to attain the optimum quality of advice and recommendations on the Council's policies, Government guidance and planning legislation. To ensure that planning decisions are made (and seen to be made) with the utmost integrity. To provide information and responses to other parts of the Council, Government departments, national organisations with an interest in planning matters, members of the public and outside bodies in relation to planning matters. To attend and advise meetings of the Council's Planning Committee and other Committees, informal and formal site visits, internal and external working groups and other meetings, as appropriate, on matters relating to the Development Management service To prepare appeal statements to present the Council's case to the Planning Inspectorate to provide the appropriate level of professional input necessary to support the Council's decisions as allocated by the Team Leader. To be acquainted with the various Acts relating to the Council's statutory responsibilities with regard to planning matters, including the relevant legislation, orders, circulars and policies. Keeping abreast of changes in such legislation and Government advice and making the necessary changes to practices and procedures arising there from. To assist the Development Management Team Leader in maintaining a flexible and resilient team to deliver service objectives and improvements. To assist the Development Management Team Leader by contributing effectively to the delivery of team, service, divisional and council priorities, objectives and targets. These duties and responsibilities should not be regarded as either exclusive or exhaustive as the postholder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grading of the post. It would be beneficial to hold a RTPI accredited Planning Degree or equivalent Planning qualification and/or have experience in a similar position. Our client is looking for someone to start almost immediately and is available to interview at short notice. Carrington West Pay Rate - Up to £60per hour (DOE) Job Ref - 61506 Please call (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email the following: (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Harvey Nash are recruiting for a Planning Officer and a Senior Planning Officer, on a temporary basis for 3 months. These roles are based on the west coast of Scotland and can pay around £270 - £320 a day, depending on experience. An example of your duties: To process and determine Planning, Listed Building, Certificates of Lawfulness, Conservation Area, Tree Preservation Orders and Advert Applications. To process all forms of pre-application enquiries and respond to customer and elected member queries relating to planning. To assist in the monitoring and discharge of planning conditions Providing advice and guidance to other internal departments, applicants, complainants and other members of the public on matters relating to planning control and procedures. Additional duties for the senior post: Processing planning appeals both by means of written submission and attending public inquiries/hearings, To provide planning advice to colleagues and support the Major Applications Team Leader and Team Leaders in the execution of their duties. To promote the best understanding of the requirements of Planning legislation and Development Management Service, by raising awareness, giving information and advice to colleagues, the public and businesses alike Experience required: Degree or similar in Town and Country Planning Membership or eligibility of membership to the RTPI (student or licentiate Membership of RTPI may be considered) Post Grad qualifications or vocational qualifications in related professional/technical areas Experience of post qualification Planning experience Experience of working in relevant Local Authority or public sector role Experience of considering rural Planning matters. Experienced in using Development Management related software and IT applications - Idox, Uniform, Comino Experience of presenting recommendations to committee or public meetings Please apply today for consideration, by submitting your CV.
Oct 21, 2025
Contractor
Harvey Nash are recruiting for a Planning Officer and a Senior Planning Officer, on a temporary basis for 3 months. These roles are based on the west coast of Scotland and can pay around £270 - £320 a day, depending on experience. An example of your duties: To process and determine Planning, Listed Building, Certificates of Lawfulness, Conservation Area, Tree Preservation Orders and Advert Applications. To process all forms of pre-application enquiries and respond to customer and elected member queries relating to planning. To assist in the monitoring and discharge of planning conditions Providing advice and guidance to other internal departments, applicants, complainants and other members of the public on matters relating to planning control and procedures. Additional duties for the senior post: Processing planning appeals both by means of written submission and attending public inquiries/hearings, To provide planning advice to colleagues and support the Major Applications Team Leader and Team Leaders in the execution of their duties. To promote the best understanding of the requirements of Planning legislation and Development Management Service, by raising awareness, giving information and advice to colleagues, the public and businesses alike Experience required: Degree or similar in Town and Country Planning Membership or eligibility of membership to the RTPI (student or licentiate Membership of RTPI may be considered) Post Grad qualifications or vocational qualifications in related professional/technical areas Experience of post qualification Planning experience Experience of working in relevant Local Authority or public sector role Experience of considering rural Planning matters. Experienced in using Development Management related software and IT applications - Idox, Uniform, Comino Experience of presenting recommendations to committee or public meetings Please apply today for consideration, by submitting your CV.
Harvey Nash are recruiting for a Planning Officer and a Senior Planning Officer, on a temporary basis for 3 months. These roles are based on the west coast of Scotland and can pay around £270 - £320 a day, depending on experience. An example of your duties: To process and determine Planning, Listed Building, Certificates of Lawfulness, Conservation Area, Tree Preservation Orders and Advert Applications. To process all forms of pre-application enquiries and respond to customer and elected member queries relating to planning. To assist in the monitoring and discharge of planning conditions Providing advice and guidance to other internal departments, applicants, complainants and other members of the public on matters relating to planning control and procedures. Additional duties for the senior post: Processing planning appeals both by means of written submission and attending public inquiries/hearings To provide planning advice to colleagues and support the Major Applications Team Leader and Team Leaders in the execution of their duties. To promote the best understanding of the requirements of Planning legislation and Development Management Service, by raising awareness, giving information and advice to colleagues, the public and businesses alike Experience required: Degree or similar in Town and Country Planning Membership or eligibility of membership to the RTPI (student or licentiate Membership of RTPI may be considered) Post Grad qualifications or vocational qualifications in related professional/technical areas Experience of post qualification Planning experience Experience of working in relevant Local Authority or public sector role Experience of considering rural Planning matters. Experienced in using Development Management related software and IT applications - Idox, Uniform, Comino, Experience of presenting recommendations to committee or public meetings Please apply today for consideration, by submitting your CV.
Oct 21, 2025
Contractor
Harvey Nash are recruiting for a Planning Officer and a Senior Planning Officer, on a temporary basis for 3 months. These roles are based on the west coast of Scotland and can pay around £270 - £320 a day, depending on experience. An example of your duties: To process and determine Planning, Listed Building, Certificates of Lawfulness, Conservation Area, Tree Preservation Orders and Advert Applications. To process all forms of pre-application enquiries and respond to customer and elected member queries relating to planning. To assist in the monitoring and discharge of planning conditions Providing advice and guidance to other internal departments, applicants, complainants and other members of the public on matters relating to planning control and procedures. Additional duties for the senior post: Processing planning appeals both by means of written submission and attending public inquiries/hearings To provide planning advice to colleagues and support the Major Applications Team Leader and Team Leaders in the execution of their duties. To promote the best understanding of the requirements of Planning legislation and Development Management Service, by raising awareness, giving information and advice to colleagues, the public and businesses alike Experience required: Degree or similar in Town and Country Planning Membership or eligibility of membership to the RTPI (student or licentiate Membership of RTPI may be considered) Post Grad qualifications or vocational qualifications in related professional/technical areas Experience of post qualification Planning experience Experience of working in relevant Local Authority or public sector role Experience of considering rural Planning matters. Experienced in using Development Management related software and IT applications - Idox, Uniform, Comino, Experience of presenting recommendations to committee or public meetings Please apply today for consideration, by submitting your CV.
Town Planner - Kent (Hybrid) Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 + benefits + flexible working Are you a talented Town Planner looking to develop your career within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary consultancy? We're working with a well-established property, planning, and design practice in Kent that's looking to add an ambitious planner to its growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that brings together planners, architects, engineers, and surveyors under one roof - offering you exposure to a wide variety of projects across the public and private sectors. From housing and regeneration to education, infrastructure, and commercial developments, you'll have the chance to work on meaningful projects that shape local communities. The Role As a Town Planner , you'll support a range of planning projects from initial feasibility through to consent. You'll work closely with senior planners and technical teams, contributing to planning strategies, preparing applications, and engaging with local authorities and stakeholders. Key responsibilities: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals. Conducting planning appraisals and site assessments. Preparing reports, design statements, and supporting documentation. Liaising with clients, consultants, and planning officers. Supporting senior colleagues with major or strategic projects. About You You'll have a degree or master's in Town Planning or a related discipline and be working towards MRTPI status. You should be confident, enthusiastic, and ready to take on a mix of project work in a collaborative team environment. Requirements: RTPI-accredited degree or master's (and ideally some experience in planning consultancy or local authority). Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Organised, proactive, and eager to learn from senior professionals. What's on Offer Competitive salary based on experience. Hybrid working and flexible hours. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Ongoing training and full support towards MRTPI chartership. Friendly, multi-disciplinary office environment with clear progression opportunities. If you're looking to develop your planning career within a supportive consultancy that values professional growth, collaboration, and quality of work - we'd love to hear from you.
Oct 20, 2025
Full time
Town Planner - Kent (Hybrid) Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 + benefits + flexible working Are you a talented Town Planner looking to develop your career within a dynamic, multi-disciplinary consultancy? We're working with a well-established property, planning, and design practice in Kent that's looking to add an ambitious planner to its growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that brings together planners, architects, engineers, and surveyors under one roof - offering you exposure to a wide variety of projects across the public and private sectors. From housing and regeneration to education, infrastructure, and commercial developments, you'll have the chance to work on meaningful projects that shape local communities. The Role As a Town Planner , you'll support a range of planning projects from initial feasibility through to consent. You'll work closely with senior planners and technical teams, contributing to planning strategies, preparing applications, and engaging with local authorities and stakeholders. Key responsibilities: Assisting with the preparation and submission of planning applications and appeals. Conducting planning appraisals and site assessments. Preparing reports, design statements, and supporting documentation. Liaising with clients, consultants, and planning officers. Supporting senior colleagues with major or strategic projects. About You You'll have a degree or master's in Town Planning or a related discipline and be working towards MRTPI status. You should be confident, enthusiastic, and ready to take on a mix of project work in a collaborative team environment. Requirements: RTPI-accredited degree or master's (and ideally some experience in planning consultancy or local authority). Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and legislation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Organised, proactive, and eager to learn from senior professionals. What's on Offer Competitive salary based on experience. Hybrid working and flexible hours. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Ongoing training and full support towards MRTPI chartership. Friendly, multi-disciplinary office environment with clear progression opportunities. If you're looking to develop your planning career within a supportive consultancy that values professional growth, collaboration, and quality of work - we'd love to hear from you.
Location: Hybrid working - Part London office-based and part home working. The post holder will work a minimum of one day a week in the office. Salary: £35,225 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 28 October 202510.00am Interview date: Tuesday 4 November on Teams. Please note that there may be a second stage in person on Friday 7 November. This is a permanent role. Please note that we reserve the right to hold interviews earlier so please apply as soon as possible. Who we are looking for We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised individual to join our growing Individual Giving Team as a Senior Individual Giving Officer. You will work on creating our Individual Giving appeals, writing compelling communications which will inspire and drive income. You should have experience of working in a charity environment, and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously to tight deadlines and budgets. Experience required You ll have previous experience of: Managing direct marketing campaigns in a charity environment. Leading projects from start to finish within given budgets and timescales. Creating compelling and professional communications for a variety of audiences and channels. Analysing campaign results and using insight to optimise future campaigns. Collaborative working with multiple internal and external partners to deliver campaigns. About Breakthrough T1D Breakthrough T1D is the world s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia. You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at Breakthrough T1D, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1. Employee benefits As an employer we offer: Hybrid working arrangements Flexible working and will consider compressed hours Generous annual leave entitlement 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years service Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment Season ticket and cycle loan Pension scheme Family-friendly policies maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development Breakthrough T1D is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.
Oct 14, 2025
Full time
Location: Hybrid working - Part London office-based and part home working. The post holder will work a minimum of one day a week in the office. Salary: £35,225 per annum Hours: 35 hours per week Closing date: Tuesday 28 October 202510.00am Interview date: Tuesday 4 November on Teams. Please note that there may be a second stage in person on Friday 7 November. This is a permanent role. Please note that we reserve the right to hold interviews earlier so please apply as soon as possible. Who we are looking for We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised individual to join our growing Individual Giving Team as a Senior Individual Giving Officer. You will work on creating our Individual Giving appeals, writing compelling communications which will inspire and drive income. You should have experience of working in a charity environment, and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously to tight deadlines and budgets. Experience required You ll have previous experience of: Managing direct marketing campaigns in a charity environment. Leading projects from start to finish within given budgets and timescales. Creating compelling and professional communications for a variety of audiences and channels. Analysing campaign results and using insight to optimise future campaigns. Collaborative working with multiple internal and external partners to deliver campaigns. About Breakthrough T1D Breakthrough T1D is the world s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia. You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at Breakthrough T1D, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1. Employee benefits As an employer we offer: Hybrid working arrangements Flexible working and will consider compressed hours Generous annual leave entitlement 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years service Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment Season ticket and cycle loan Pension scheme Family-friendly policies maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development Breakthrough T1D is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.
Are you a dynamic and experienced fundraiser looking for your next big challenge? We are seeking a strategic, creative, and driven individual to lead the Individual Giving programme at a well-established and values driven charity, As Head of Individual Giving , you will report directly to the CEO and lead a passionate team dedicated to inspiring individuals to support the charity s mission. You ll shape and deliver multi-channel fundraising campaigns that grow the organisation donor base, deepen supporter relationships, and drive sustainable income. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence across the organisation. You ll collaborate closely with heads of other departments to ensure fundraising is aligned with the charity mission delivery, communications, and international programmes. As a Head of Individual Giving you will: Head the strategic development and delivery of all individual giving activity. Oversee a diverse portfolio of appeals, ensuring campaign success across acquisition, retention, and stewardship. Drive innovation in supporter engagement, including regular giving, legacy marketing, and donor journeys. Manage key relationships with creative agencies, suppliers, and contractors. Ensure compliance with GDPR, Fundraising Regulator standards, and internal policies. Lead and develop a small, dedicated team including the Individual Giving Manager, Supporter Care Officer, and CRM Data Entry Officer. Oversee the fundraising CRM (Salesforce), ensuring data is accurate, insightful, and utilised to shape campaigns. To be successful, you must have experience: Significant experience in Direct Marketing, ideally within a charity. Proven success in individual giving and campaign management. Strong understanding of CRM systems, ideally Salesforce. Experienced team leader with excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets. Excellent communication and copywriting skills. Salary: £54,000 per annum Location: London, hybrid working , 2 days in the office Contract: Permanent Closing date: 5th November at 9am Interview: 1st round interview 12th November 2nd round interview (if required) 13th November Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP! As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Are you a dynamic and experienced fundraiser looking for your next big challenge? We are seeking a strategic, creative, and driven individual to lead the Individual Giving programme at a well-established and values driven charity, As Head of Individual Giving , you will report directly to the CEO and lead a passionate team dedicated to inspiring individuals to support the charity s mission. You ll shape and deliver multi-channel fundraising campaigns that grow the organisation donor base, deepen supporter relationships, and drive sustainable income. This is a senior leadership role with significant influence across the organisation. You ll collaborate closely with heads of other departments to ensure fundraising is aligned with the charity mission delivery, communications, and international programmes. As a Head of Individual Giving you will: Head the strategic development and delivery of all individual giving activity. Oversee a diverse portfolio of appeals, ensuring campaign success across acquisition, retention, and stewardship. Drive innovation in supporter engagement, including regular giving, legacy marketing, and donor journeys. Manage key relationships with creative agencies, suppliers, and contractors. Ensure compliance with GDPR, Fundraising Regulator standards, and internal policies. Lead and develop a small, dedicated team including the Individual Giving Manager, Supporter Care Officer, and CRM Data Entry Officer. Oversee the fundraising CRM (Salesforce), ensuring data is accurate, insightful, and utilised to shape campaigns. To be successful, you must have experience: Significant experience in Direct Marketing, ideally within a charity. Proven success in individual giving and campaign management. Strong understanding of CRM systems, ideally Salesforce. Experienced team leader with excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets. Excellent communication and copywriting skills. Salary: £54,000 per annum Location: London, hybrid working , 2 days in the office Contract: Permanent Closing date: 5th November at 9am Interview: 1st round interview 12th November 2nd round interview (if required) 13th November Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP! As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the South East in their search for a Senior Planning Enforcement Officer for an approximate 3-6 month period. The successful candidate will work as part of a team to provide a highly effective, high quality and efficient Planning Enforcement service which investigates breaches of planning control, including both a backlog and new cases. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complaints about alleged breaches of planning control. This requires investigation and assessment; including site visits where required; associated administrative tasks; the carrying out of consultations and negotiations with interested parties; and where necessary, leading recommendations to senior officers and legal advisors as to the appropriate course of action. Lead on enforcement appeals. This includes acting as the key planning enforcement contact with the Planning Inspectorate, preparing and co-ordinating written submissions and representations made on behalf of the Council. Attend and promote the Councils planning services at decision-making committees, meetings, working groups, boards, and external events where representation in respect of enforcement and monitoring matters is required (e.g., liaison group meetings, appeal hearings, public inquiries, and Examinations in Public). The successful candidate must have previous Planning Enforcement experience within a UK local authority; will have excellent communication skills and should feel comfortable working independently and in a team with support from Development Management and Legal Officers within the authority. It is envisaged to be a flexible, agile working opportunity that will require attendance in person only for several key project meetings. The contractor will however be required to make arrangements to undertake their own site investigations. Carrington West Pay Rate - £45 to £50p/h Job Ref - 59544 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in the South East in their search for a Senior Planning Enforcement Officer for an approximate 3-6 month period. The successful candidate will work as part of a team to provide a highly effective, high quality and efficient Planning Enforcement service which investigates breaches of planning control, including both a backlog and new cases. Key Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of complaints about alleged breaches of planning control. This requires investigation and assessment; including site visits where required; associated administrative tasks; the carrying out of consultations and negotiations with interested parties; and where necessary, leading recommendations to senior officers and legal advisors as to the appropriate course of action. Lead on enforcement appeals. This includes acting as the key planning enforcement contact with the Planning Inspectorate, preparing and co-ordinating written submissions and representations made on behalf of the Council. Attend and promote the Councils planning services at decision-making committees, meetings, working groups, boards, and external events where representation in respect of enforcement and monitoring matters is required (e.g., liaison group meetings, appeal hearings, public inquiries, and Examinations in Public). The successful candidate must have previous Planning Enforcement experience within a UK local authority; will have excellent communication skills and should feel comfortable working independently and in a team with support from Development Management and Legal Officers within the authority. It is envisaged to be a flexible, agile working opportunity that will require attendance in person only for several key project meetings. The contractor will however be required to make arrangements to undertake their own site investigations. Carrington West Pay Rate - £45 to £50p/h Job Ref - 59544 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.
Senior & Development Management Officer Northampton Contract Depending on role Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a senior Development Management Officer and also a Development Management Officer. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Senior Development Management Officer £38.89 per hour PAYE or £50 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the Planning Policy function area. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Policy Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Principal responsibilities Policy: 1. Lead or assist on a number of projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support in developing policy, and other planning and design guidance, based upon appropriate evidence, involving stakeholders and the public in policy development and taking draft policy through formal adoption processes, including preparing for Key Decisions and Examinations in Public as necessary 2. Lead or assist in the undertaking research to provide a sound and up to date evidence base for policy development for both North Northamptonshire as a whole and for specified places as a key element of place shaping. 3. Lead or assist in projects to deliver local plan objectives, in relation to a topic or a spatial area 4. Maintaining a broad knowledge of the policy issues across North Northamptonshire and developing specialist knowledge in certain aspects according to business needs, preparing briefings for senior officers, managers and Councillors. 5. Providing guidance and support for communities considering or preparing neighbourhood plans. 6. To lead or assist in the facilitation of the preparation of public participation exercises and other forms of community engagement, including representing the Council at exhibitions and meetings 7. Maintain databases and monitoring systems. Analysing evidence and drawing out trends, patterns and characteristics for both the unitary area as a whole and specified places in need of policy development. 8. Providing policy observations on more complex applications for planning permission, advice to other Council departments, and working on corporate projects as required, including the Infrastructure Delivery Plan. 9. Preparing statements and other materials for appeals and prosecutions, and to appear as the Council s representative at inquiries, hearings and court. 10. Assist on work on Special Projects which may from time to time arise. 11. To write commissioning briefs and support the procurement of professional consultants to advise the Council on technical matters essential to support plan making. 12. To assist in developing the application of Information Technology in the planning policy process, including the Council s Geographical Information System. Development Management Officer. £31.20 per hour PAYE or £40 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the functions of Planning Policy and Development Management and Enforcement. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Development Management and Enforcement: To implement the policies and procedures of the Council with regard to the management of development. Ensure the timely processing of planning submissions and related activities such as appeals, in accordance with national and local performance targets. To investigate, assess and take appropriate action in respect of alleged breaches of planning control to safeguard the environmental quality and amenities of North Northamptonshire, and maintain public confidence in the planning system. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
Senior & Development Management Officer Northampton Contract Depending on role Our client is looking for an experienced is looking for a senior Development Management Officer and also a Development Management Officer. This is one of many opportunities we are currently recruiting for please visit our website colbernlimited co uk for more jobs. Senior Development Management Officer £38.89 per hour PAYE or £50 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the Planning Policy function area. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Policy Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Principal responsibilities Policy: 1. Lead or assist on a number of projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support in developing policy, and other planning and design guidance, based upon appropriate evidence, involving stakeholders and the public in policy development and taking draft policy through formal adoption processes, including preparing for Key Decisions and Examinations in Public as necessary 2. Lead or assist in the undertaking research to provide a sound and up to date evidence base for policy development for both North Northamptonshire as a whole and for specified places as a key element of place shaping. 3. Lead or assist in projects to deliver local plan objectives, in relation to a topic or a spatial area 4. Maintaining a broad knowledge of the policy issues across North Northamptonshire and developing specialist knowledge in certain aspects according to business needs, preparing briefings for senior officers, managers and Councillors. 5. Providing guidance and support for communities considering or preparing neighbourhood plans. 6. To lead or assist in the facilitation of the preparation of public participation exercises and other forms of community engagement, including representing the Council at exhibitions and meetings 7. Maintain databases and monitoring systems. Analysing evidence and drawing out trends, patterns and characteristics for both the unitary area as a whole and specified places in need of policy development. 8. Providing policy observations on more complex applications for planning permission, advice to other Council departments, and working on corporate projects as required, including the Infrastructure Delivery Plan. 9. Preparing statements and other materials for appeals and prosecutions, and to appear as the Council s representative at inquiries, hearings and court. 10. Assist on work on Special Projects which may from time to time arise. 11. To write commissioning briefs and support the procurement of professional consultants to advise the Council on technical matters essential to support plan making. 12. To assist in developing the application of Information Technology in the planning policy process, including the Council s Geographical Information System. Development Management Officer. £31.20 per hour PAYE or £40 per hour limited paid via Umbrella company inside IR35 This role works across the functions of Planning Policy and Development Management and Enforcement. The postholder will fulfil allocated tasks and duties to meet the operational demands of the Planning Service. Policy: Effectively lead on projects, workstreams and effectively project manage key evidence documents to inform and support policy development. Support the delivery of Council s planning policy function, ensuring guidance is up to date by planning and participating in projects and work streams including researching and writing policy, consultation and engagement exercises and assisting in taking those projects and work streams through the milestones to external examination where necessary. Assisting in implementing and delivering policies and guidance in practice, preparing appeal statements, appearing at hearings and answering enquiries from applicants, their agents and other customers in relation to planning matters, advising other departments as required. Development Management and Enforcement: To implement the policies and procedures of the Council with regard to the management of development. Ensure the timely processing of planning submissions and related activities such as appeals, in accordance with national and local performance targets. To investigate, assess and take appropriate action in respect of alleged breaches of planning control to safeguard the environmental quality and amenities of North Northamptonshire, and maintain public confidence in the planning system. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE OPPORTUNITIES colbernlimited co uk The first part of our recruitment process is to send your CV. Should you be short listed Colbern Limited will contact you within 5 days or we may contact you about other job opportunities. Colbern Limited along with our clients are an equal opportunities employer
Position: Senior Officer Direct Marketing Contract type: Fixed-term contract until October 2026 Salary: £ 36 448 per annum (FTE) Hours: Full time (35 hours) or Part time Reports to: Head of Offline Location: Mark Square, London EC2A 4EG (hybrid working) Key relationships: Offline and Digital team colleagues; Finance Director and Finance team; Data team; International Individual Giving colleagues, External agencies and suppliers; Supporters. JOB PURPOSE UK for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency's national charity partner, is looking for an ambitious and proactive team player who can join us as a Senior Officer, Direct Marketing, within the Individual Giving Team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for some of our key donor development activities: you will be a confident communicator and experienced project manager, with a strong knowledge of donor development key touchpoints and best practice, as well as a tracked record of managing telemarketing and Direct Mail campaigns You will be joining a small but high performing team with big ambitions, and you will be playing a vital role in raising funds for UNCHR. If you think you have the relevant skills and crucially, the passion to support the refugee cause, please apply, we d love to hear from you. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR s humanitarian operations across the world. Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term. Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have a Diversity & Inclusion Working Group that supports the delivery of the charity s goals for diversity, equity and inclusion, and brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including the element of working from home and flexible hours. UK for UNHCR operates a hybrid working policy, with staff working in the office 1-2 days a week and the remainder from home. Please don t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what s possible. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Lead on the overall donor development offline programme for both cash and committed donors, ensuring a strong onboarding and onward journey is in place, and that key touchpoints are leveraged to deepen engagement and increase donors Lifetime Value. Work with digital fundraising colleagues to create integrated, multichannel campaigns and an effective, donor-first giving journey. Provide colleagues with strategic guidance, and technical support if required, to deliver warm appeals via Direct Mail that meet six-figures campaign targets. Manage our Telemarketing programme, to successfully launch and deliver activities such as conversion, upgrade, reactivation, and welcome calling. Ensure an insight-led thanking programme is in place, with key moments identified throughout the year to acknowledge support and communicate impact. Work with key stakeholders across digital and offline teams to ensure we maintain a strong retention rate whilst growing our Regular Giving file. Remain flexible and rapidly respond to emergency situations. Work with our Data team to identify the best approach to data and segmentation for each project. Manage production processes, developing supplier briefs and managing approval stages and end of campaign reviews. Work with our suppliers to ensure campaign fulfilment is in place and collaborate with our Supporter Care function to monitor responses and identify issues/opportunities. Ensure cost effective fundraising, manage individual campaign budgets and identify opportunities to improve ROIs. Stay up to date with issues affecting displaced & refugee communities, campaigns from international teams and reports from the field. Scope new fundraising themes. Share creative and insights with UK colleagues, global markets and HQ, participating in training seminars, workshops and international skill shares where applicable. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE Essential Experience Experience of working in a fundraising environment, ideally in a medium-to-big-size charity. Experience in managing onboarding and ongoing donor development activities. Experience of scoping, briefing in, managing, and delivering integrated fundraising campaigns that delivered against budget. Experience of managing Telemarketing campaigns with a tracked record of successes Strong experience in delivering and managing all aspects of successful Direct Mail campaigns. Understanding of digital fundraising best practice and how digital channels can integrate and support offline activities to increase donors Lifetime Value Experience of working with suppliers, including campaign planning and briefing. Experience of data file development (in collaboration with Data teams) Essential Skills/Knowledge Ability to work independently and proactively identify new fundraising opportunities. Ability to multi-task and to work under strict deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to give constructive and coherent feedback. Sound knowledge of key retention and donor development activities. Up-to-date knowledge of direct marketing, best practice, trends and compliance. Strong numeracy skills with the ability to analyse results and identify trends. Ability to recognise, understand and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. Excellent stakeholder and relationship management. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Desirable Skills/Experience Experience in delivering fundraising activities in response to emergencies. WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR? You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people; all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised. What else? Wellbeing 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays (or pro-rata equivalent). Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing. Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. Office wellness perks. Discount on gym memberships. Hybrid and Flexible Working. Staff socials. Financial Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. Non-contributory group life assurance scheme Non-contributory Income protection scheme. One-off contribution towards homeworking set up. Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. Enhanced sick pay scheme. Development Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities. Individual training budget. HOW TO APPLY If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section. Please note that there is no set application deadline as we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We therefore recommend to submit your application as soon as possible. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible. United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
Sep 26, 2025
Full time
Position: Senior Officer Direct Marketing Contract type: Fixed-term contract until October 2026 Salary: £ 36 448 per annum (FTE) Hours: Full time (35 hours) or Part time Reports to: Head of Offline Location: Mark Square, London EC2A 4EG (hybrid working) Key relationships: Offline and Digital team colleagues; Finance Director and Finance team; Data team; International Individual Giving colleagues, External agencies and suppliers; Supporters. JOB PURPOSE UK for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency's national charity partner, is looking for an ambitious and proactive team player who can join us as a Senior Officer, Direct Marketing, within the Individual Giving Team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for some of our key donor development activities: you will be a confident communicator and experienced project manager, with a strong knowledge of donor development key touchpoints and best practice, as well as a tracked record of managing telemarketing and Direct Mail campaigns You will be joining a small but high performing team with big ambitions, and you will be playing a vital role in raising funds for UNCHR. If you think you have the relevant skills and crucially, the passion to support the refugee cause, please apply, we d love to hear from you. WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR s humanitarian operations across the world. Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term. Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause. DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person. UK for UNHCR is proud to have a Diversity & Inclusion Working Group that supports the delivery of the charity s goals for diversity, equity and inclusion, and brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion. We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including the element of working from home and flexible hours. UK for UNHCR operates a hybrid working policy, with staff working in the office 1-2 days a week and the remainder from home. Please don t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what s possible. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Lead on the overall donor development offline programme for both cash and committed donors, ensuring a strong onboarding and onward journey is in place, and that key touchpoints are leveraged to deepen engagement and increase donors Lifetime Value. Work with digital fundraising colleagues to create integrated, multichannel campaigns and an effective, donor-first giving journey. Provide colleagues with strategic guidance, and technical support if required, to deliver warm appeals via Direct Mail that meet six-figures campaign targets. Manage our Telemarketing programme, to successfully launch and deliver activities such as conversion, upgrade, reactivation, and welcome calling. Ensure an insight-led thanking programme is in place, with key moments identified throughout the year to acknowledge support and communicate impact. Work with key stakeholders across digital and offline teams to ensure we maintain a strong retention rate whilst growing our Regular Giving file. Remain flexible and rapidly respond to emergency situations. Work with our Data team to identify the best approach to data and segmentation for each project. Manage production processes, developing supplier briefs and managing approval stages and end of campaign reviews. Work with our suppliers to ensure campaign fulfilment is in place and collaborate with our Supporter Care function to monitor responses and identify issues/opportunities. Ensure cost effective fundraising, manage individual campaign budgets and identify opportunities to improve ROIs. Stay up to date with issues affecting displaced & refugee communities, campaigns from international teams and reports from the field. Scope new fundraising themes. Share creative and insights with UK colleagues, global markets and HQ, participating in training seminars, workshops and international skill shares where applicable. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE Essential Experience Experience of working in a fundraising environment, ideally in a medium-to-big-size charity. Experience in managing onboarding and ongoing donor development activities. Experience of scoping, briefing in, managing, and delivering integrated fundraising campaigns that delivered against budget. Experience of managing Telemarketing campaigns with a tracked record of successes Strong experience in delivering and managing all aspects of successful Direct Mail campaigns. Understanding of digital fundraising best practice and how digital channels can integrate and support offline activities to increase donors Lifetime Value Experience of working with suppliers, including campaign planning and briefing. Experience of data file development (in collaboration with Data teams) Essential Skills/Knowledge Ability to work independently and proactively identify new fundraising opportunities. Ability to multi-task and to work under strict deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to give constructive and coherent feedback. Sound knowledge of key retention and donor development activities. Up-to-date knowledge of direct marketing, best practice, trends and compliance. Strong numeracy skills with the ability to analyse results and identify trends. Ability to recognise, understand and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. Excellent stakeholder and relationship management. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Desirable Skills/Experience Experience in delivering fundraising activities in response to emergencies. WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR? You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people; all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised. What else? Wellbeing 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays (or pro-rata equivalent). Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing. Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases. Office wellness perks. Discount on gym memberships. Hybrid and Flexible Working. Staff socials. Financial Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%. Non-contributory group life assurance scheme Non-contributory Income protection scheme. One-off contribution towards homeworking set up. Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. Enhanced sick pay scheme. Development Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities. Individual training budget. HOW TO APPLY If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section. Please note that there is no set application deadline as we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We therefore recommend to submit your application as soon as possible. If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible. United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency.
