Head of Fundraising & Communications

‘Ataxia’ is an umbrella term for a group of neurological disorders that affect balance, coordination and speech. A serious but rare condition thought to affect 12,000 adults and around 500 children in the UK. We provide advocacy and support those affected. We are actively involved as the patient voice for the first USA approved drug for the condition.

Position: Head of Fundraising & Communciations

Responsible to: CEO

Location: Hybrid working is offered to all staff. All full time staff should come into the office a minumum of two days per week. Our office is based in Highgate, London.

Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time), core hours of 10am–4pm

Salary: £55,000 per annum

Annual leave and benefits:

• 25 days annual leave pro rata rising by one day per year to 30 days 
• 5% contribution to a personal pension plan 
• Employee assistance scheme 
• Comprehensive flexible working policy 
• Season ticket loan available 
• Bike-2-Work Scheme 
• Accredited Living Wage Employer 
• Birthdays off 
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

How to apply: Click the Quick Apply button below. You’ll be asked to submit a CV and a cover letter.

We are aiming to hold first-round interviews in the week commencing 7th October; final interviews are due to take place in the week commencing 21st October.

Please note, we’re actively reviewing applications and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The ad may close early if a successful candidate is found.

Please review the full job description, person specification and further information on our benefits in the 'job pack' which is attached to this job advert.