Animal Jobs

Battersea has been here for dogs and cats for over 160 years, and the need for our services, expertise and impact for animals has never been greater. We provide expert care to dogs and cats who need us by rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals at our three centres across the Southeast by our c600 staff and 600 volunteers – we have cared for over 3 million vulnerable animals. We also share our knowledge and resources with animal rescue organisations around the world through our Academy and grant making Global Programmes, and campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats; sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Our new organisational strategy means that we will help even more dogs and cats and their owners across the UK around the world.

This is a great opportunity to join us as our Head of Human Resources. This is a key role for us, working closely with the HR Director, Head of Learning & Organisational Development, Directors and senior colleagues across Battersea on the planning, implementation and embedding of Battersea’s People Strategy and providing strong and inspiring leadership to our HR team to ensure a proactive, values focused and valued HR function that is a key enabler of the strategic and operational priorities of Battersea. As an active and collaborative member of Battersea’s organisation-wide Senior Leadership Team you will provide expert insight, guidance and leadership on significant cross-organisational initiatives and you’ll be an active visible champion of D&I, engaging senior colleagues and staff at all levels to help us in our journey to become a truly diverse and inclusive organisation.

There has never been a better time to join us, helping us to achieve our ambitious new strategy to be here for every dog and cat.

Please note this is a full time post with 50% office presence as minimum.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 8th July 2024

Interview date(s): w/c 15th July 2024 (1st round); w/c 22nd July 2024 (2nd round)

For full details, please download the recruitment pack.

To apply, please head on over to the Morgan Law website.

Job Title: Volunteer Program Manager
Location: Remote - Geographic area: UK, English speaking
Reports To: Founder / CEO
Salary: 28K
Job Type: Full-time (Flexible Hours)
Closing Date: 30.07.2024

About Us:
Since 2006, ROLDA has dedicated itself to aiding vulnerable stray animals in Romania, one of Europe s poorer nations. Our mission includes rescue, rehabilitation, sheltering, sterilisation, and education. Our EU-standard shelters, inspired by British designs, can house up to 700 stray dogs, providing them with complete veterinary care and preparation for rehoming.
We have supported over 48,000 animals and built two dog shelters and one for disabled and senior cats. Additionally, we offer small grants to six other charities in Romania and over 40 shelters in Ukraine. We primarily rehome animals in Switzerland, Sweden, and the UK. By addressing the root causes of animal homelessness through neutering programmes and educational initiatives, we have significantly reduced overpopulation, helping over 40,000 cats and dogs in Romania and Ukraine.

Job Overview:
As the Volunteer Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the growth and impact of ROLDA through volunteer engagement. This is a remote position that requires strategic thinking, people management skills, and a commitment to achieving our charity’s objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Volunteer Recruitment and Management:

• Recruit, train, and oversee volunteers to support ROLDA’s various programs and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain a volunteer database using CRM systems to track volunteer activities and engagements.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, building strong relationships with volunteers and stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and necessary resources for successful completion of volunteer initiatives.

Community Awareness and Fundraising:
 Promote community awareness about ROLDA’s mission and activities through public relations and public speaking engagements.
 Organise fundraising activities and events to support ROLDA’s financial goals.
 Collaborate with the Fundraising Manager to support income generation growth.

Operational Support:

•  Maintain effective communication with the UK and international team of ROLDA and its partners, collaborators.
• Assist in developing and implementing operational policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to volunteer management and charitable activities.

Abilities and Competencies:
 Experience in managing and maintaining CRM data.
 The ability to be self-motivated with a high level of self-discipline and motivation.
 Clear and concise communication skills.
 Experience in public relations and public speaking.
 Proficient in using digital tools and platforms for virtual collaboration and project management.
 Effective organisation and time management skills.
 Excellent skills in building and maintaining relationships, even in a virtual environment.
 The capacity to work independently and make decisions without constant supervision in a remote setting.
 Passionate about the work of ROLDA with a commitment to animal welfare.

Experience Required:

•  Proven experience in volunteer recruitment and management.
•  Demonstrated success in organising fundraising activities.
•  Strong public speaking and public relations experience.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to volunteer management in the UK.

Benefits:
 We offer flexible work hours and the option to work remotely to support your work-life balance.
 Join a team dedicated to making a real difference to animals in need and see the direct impact of your efforts.
 Take on this leadership role and gain valuable experience and career growth opportunities.
 Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values and respects all members.

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
ROLDA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

FUNDRAISING OFFICER - EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL

The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 - Medium Organisation

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

 We are seeking an experienced fundraiser with a passion for our mission to equip our organisation with the financial resources needed to meet our objectives as we work to scale our fundraising by growing our charitable income across all funding streams, maximising supporter engagement and fulfilling fundraising operational duties

This is a new role, joining a small but growing Fundraising and Events Team, and having a real input into our plans and strategies for the future. Reporting to the Head of Operations, the successful candidate will oversee most fundraising income generation activity.

The Fundraising Officer will build positive relationships to secure significant income and develop new relationships with groups, business and individuals, bringing in regular and targeted income through regular donations, fundraising campaigns and events. The ideal candidate will have fundraising experience covering several areas including Individual Giving; Fundraising Appeals/Campaigns as well as experience in managing the operational aspects of fundraising (database, compliance with codes of practice and fundraising regulations, creating fundraising campaigns and ‘asks’). Through this, you will assist the whole organisation in our commitment to showing kindness, raising self-belief, and inspiring hope for the future in the individuals we support. 

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fundraising Overview

1. Develop, deliver, and monitor a fundraising strategy for The Cinnamon Trust.
2. Maximise the contributions and connections with local business and individuals.
3. Coordinate all appeals including The Big Walk across all income and media streams.
4. Research and utilise new fundraising streams and opportunities such as Payroll Giving, Legacies (with help from The Legacy Officer), in Memory Giving and Online Giving.

Supporter Engagement and Stewardship

1. Establish systems, procedures, proactive stewardship, and an engagement programme to provide the highest levels of service to The Trust’s supporters.
2.  To be responsible for thanking all supporters and managing a supporter engagement journey – ensuring that effective processes are in place and driving levels of satisfaction and loyalty.
3.  Act as the ‘first point of call’ for all fundraising volunteers and maintaining excellent communication with supporters throughout these processes, in conjunction with other teams.
4.  Develop and implement Fundraising groups across the UK

Database Management

1. To ensure efficient, appropriate data capture and analysis for the purpose of effective stewardship, fundraising and communications.
2.  Maintain data management standards, assisting with the implementation of processes and policies ensuring best practice is followed.
3.  Train other staff members to support general fundraising.
4.  Ensure all records, fundraising data and fundraising administration is kept up to date and all information is GDPR-compliant.
5.  Reconcile fundraising income with the Finance Manager, including Gift Aid claims, missed, failed payments and Direct Debit cancellations.

 Individual Giving

1. Develop an Individual Giving and Acquisition strategy that drives growth for individual giving across multi-channel campaigns and initiatives.
2. Lead the growth of CT100 monthly giving.
3. Work with the Press and PR Manager on fundraising communication and to ensure donors are kept up to date on the difference their support makes.

Fundraising Appeals and Campaigns

1. Work alongside teams and PR and Communications Manager to promote The Cinnamon Trust.
2. Establish a corporate fundraising strategy with an accompanying narrative, alongside the PR and Communications Manager.
3. Tailor campaigns and appeals for different audiences and supporters alongside PR and Communications Manager to target corporates; smaller local businesses and individuals

Staff and Volunteers

1. Support with recruiting fundraising volunteers as appropriate.
2.  Work closely with Head of Operations and PR and Communications Manager  to ensure all fundraising is coordinated.

Wider organisational responsibilities

1. Read and adhere to all policies and procedures.
2. Lead on applications to charitable trusts or statutory bodies with support from the Head of Operations.
3. Undertake responsibilities associated with being a member of The Cinnamon Trust
4. Perform all the duties required by the post in line with The Trust’s ethos and values statement, its commitment to a policy of equal opportunity and its aim of serving the community in a caring and practical manner.
5. Carry out other duties as agreed by the Chief Executive Officer.
6. In agreement with your line manager, pursue a personal programme of learning and development to enhance your skills and performance.

Together with such additional general duties as the Employer shall reasonably require, having regard to the needs of the Employer’s business as a Charitable Trust.

Prospectus is excited to be helping with the recruitment of a Legacies and In Memory Officer for Jerry Green Dog Rescue (JGDR).

JGDR believe all dogs deserve a good life and a safe, loving home. They provide a safe place for dogs without a home and strive hard to find new loving places for them to live. Whilst they have three operating centres in North and South Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, they also provide support and community specific initiatives across East Yorkshire.

Working with the Individual Giving and Legacies Manager, the post holder will deliver a strategy to grow income, providing excellent stewardship to legacy enquirers and pledgers. Relationship building with local solicitors, funeral directors and other key stakeholders will be key along with proactive legacy marketing campaigns, and the promotion of the Centers in memory gardens.

A confident and creative professional with experience in individual giving fundraising – ideally in memory giving or legacies - the successful applicant will be adept at building relationships and comfortable offering compassionate guidance to potential donors. Evidence of being a credible, clear communicator will be key and copywriting and creative design skills a huge bonus. This is a great role with plenty of opportunities for the post holder to make it their own and shine.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Rhiannon Mehta at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.      
     
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 

Jerry Green Dog Rescue (JGDR) believe all dogs deserve a good life and a safe, loving home. They provide a safe place for dogs without a home and strive hard to find new loving places for them to live. Whilst they have three operating centres in North and South Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, they also provide support and community specific initiatives across East Yorkshire. Prospectus is excited to be helping in their recruitment of an Individual Giving and Legacies Manager.

At the start of an exciting new chapter which views fundraising as pivotal in securing the future of JGDR the Individual Giving and Legacies Manager will oversee all individual giving activities, setting future strategy and direction for generating income from individual supporters. This role will manage the Individual Giving and Legacies Team and will report directly to the Head of Fundraising and Marketing.

To be successful as the Individual Giving and Legacies Manager, you will have direct experience in ideally more than one of the following is essential: charity lotteries, regular giving, fundraising appeals, legacy marketing, in memory giving or supporter journeys. This is a great opportunity to make this role your own and set the direction for generating income from individual supporters.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Rhiannon Mehta at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.      
     
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 

Prospectus is excited to be exclusively helping in their recruitment of a Head of Fundraising and Marketing for Jerry Green Dog Rescue (JGDR).

JGDR believe all dogs deserve a good life and a safe, loving home. They provide a safe place for dogs without a home, and strive hard to find new loving places for them to live. Whilst they have three operating centres in North and South Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, they also provide support and community specific initiatives across East Yorkshire.

At the start of an exciting new chapter which views fundraising as pivotal in securing the future of JGDR the Head of Fundraising and Marketing will oversee a busy department, leading the organisation to new levels of success. Development and implementation of a thoughtful fundraising and marketing strategy will be key to the areas of Individual Giving, Legacies, Community & Events and Marketing flourishing.

The successful applicant will be an inspiring, tenacious, and confident fundraising leader who is able to motivate a department to deliver excellent results. A strong track record in delivering against set income targets is essential along with experience and a flare for strategic delivery and thinking outside of the box. If you are looking for a challenge to get your teeth into then this could be just the role for you!

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Femke Vorstman at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.      
     
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 

Are you an experienced administrator with a knowledge of wills and legacy gifts, who is passionate about animal welfare?
We’re looking for a Legacy Administrator to join our Legal team, to ensure that Dogs Trust is processing gifts efficiently, playing a crucial role in the administration of this important income.

About this job:
As Legacy Administrator, you’ll:

• be the first point of contact for the Legal team, representing the charity in communications with legal professionals and the public,
• manage your own caseload of legacies, maintaining relationships with legal professionals, members of the public, and other beneficiaries to ensure income is processed swiftly,
• support with the administration of legacy data, from handling post to ensuring information is recorded accurately in the database.

About you:
To be successful in this role, you’ll need strong administration skills, with the ability to manage a varied and busy workload effectively. You’ll also need excellent communication skills, from drafting written correspondence to interacting with the public on the phone, ideally you'll have experience of having sensitive conversations as you’ll be in regular contact with bereaved family members. Attention to detail is also an essential part of this role, as well as a knowledge of Wills, Probate and Trust law. A commitment to the aims and objectives of Dogs Trust is essential.

About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.

To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you complete an application form and a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable interest, so to avoid disappointment early application is encouraged.

Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture.  We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust.  We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.

Salary: £28,000 plus benefits
Location: London
Job Type: Permanent

Animal charity looking for a Digital Marketing Exec with experience in paid campaigns including delivery & optimisation.

THE COMPANY

Our client is a nationally renowned charity with a huge following and a diverse membership base. As well as recruiting donors through traditional brand and fundraising channels they also deliver a range of innovative programmes through schools and other partnerships.

THE ROLE

In the role of Digital Marketing Executive, you will be responsible for the day to day planning and delivery of campaigns across paid media channels - Meta, YouTube, Demand Gen, Performance Max, PPC, working to agreed budgets, targets and timeframes. The aim of the campaigns will be to drive donor recruitment and increase supporter income.

Analysing campaign results and recommending optimisations is vital to success in this role, as well as an eye for detail and a proactive approach to campaign planning, set up and monitoring.

You'll work collaboratively with creative partners to develop new creative for paid digital campaigns, from briefing, feeding back on creative and engaging internal stakeholders in the process.

YOU

In order to be shortlisted for an interview for the role of Digital Marketing Executive you must have hands on experience of:

- planning and delivery of paid campaigns. preferably in direct response

- be highly numerate and extremely comfortable working with data, spreadsheets and digital KPIs

- understand how to analyse results and optimise campaigns

- hands on responsibility for project / campaigns incl experience of managing agencies

- brilliant at building relationships with internal and external stakeholders

- be Degree educated or equivalent

YOU MUST ALSO HAVE A VALID WORKING VISA FOR THE UK

Salary: £28,000 plus benefits
Location: London
Job Type: Permanent

NB: You must be eligible to work in the UK

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The Mare and Foal Sanctuary rescues abandoned, neglected, or abused horses and ponies, offering them sanctuary for life. In each of our five peaceful sanctuaries in Devon, we unlock a world of natural, wild beauty where horses, ponies, and people who were struggling can enjoy life again.

Our compassionate and knowledgeable team cares for nearly 200 horses and ponies at our sanctuaries. Additionally, over 400 horses and ponies are rehomed and offered sanctuary at home by our dedicated carers. Sanctuary care is supported by a welfare team assisting owners struggling with the enormous commitment of horse ownership.

Operating across four sites in Devon, we are proud to offer:

· An Equine Assisted Services program to our local community in Devon. This program provides a range of activities for vulnerable children, young people, and adults involving our rescued horses and ponies - many of whom have also endured adverse life experiences.

· A small retail network helps support our fundraising and brand awareness, and we have ambitious plans to build on our open days and transform our Coombe Park sanctuary into a permanent visitor centre.

Chief Executive Officer 

Devon, with hybrid working that ensures the best leadership of the charity.

Circa £95,000 per annum 

This is an exciting opportunity to lead an ambitious organisation, keen to continue to grow the scale, reach and impact of our work. Building on our solid financial position, well respected brand and working alongside our highly skilled Board and our passionate team, there are a number of exciting opportunities available to us.

Our new CEO will develop our new organisational strategy that sees us develop our visitor engagement opportunities, our capital investment, and our equine assisted services. The CEO will realise our ambitions to increase our reach and impact, our commercial opportunities, and our national profile.

We are looking to appoint a passionate and ambitious leader who brings: 

· A track record of scaling up organisations, from strategic planning to delivery.

· Experience of operating at strategic level, with inspirational leadership skills.

· A commercial outlook, with experience of identifying and implementing new opportunities that drive income.

Whilst we are open to candidates from all sectors and no professional animal welfare experience is needed, we are looking for people who have a passion for animals and will enjoy immersing themselves in the equine sector. 

For further information and to apply to this role, please click the 'apply' button to be redirected to the Prospectus website.

Recruitment Timetable 

Deadline for applications:                                                            Wednesday 14th August 2024 

Interviews with Prospectus:                                                         21-28th August 2024

Meetings with The Mare and Foal Sanctuary’s stakeholders:     w/c 2nd September 2024

Interviews with The Mare and Foal Sanctuary:                           w/c 2nd September 2024 

Blue Cross is searching for a motivated and results oriented Events Officer to join our team on a 12 month maternity cover contract. In this role, you'll play a vital part in supporting Blue Cross's mission by supporting the development of exciting community and event fundraising activities.

You'll manage a diverse portfolio of fundraising events, ensuring they align with our financial goals and generate income to support the vital work we do for animals.

Here's a glimpse into what your day to day might look like:

• Working closely with the Community & Events Manager to deliver on fundraising targets and ensure the success of our events.
• Taking ownership of project management for various fundraising events, including physical and virtual challenges like the London Marathon. This could involve everything from planning and logistics to participant recruitment and post-event evaluation.
• Developing engaging marketing strategies to attract new participants and build a loyal following for Blue Cross events.
• Conducting research and benchmarking within the fundraising sector to ensure Blue Cross remains competitive and at the forefront of innovative fundraising techniques.
• Working collaboratively across the organisation to promote Blue Cross's work and build strong relationships with internal teams. This could involve leveraging their networks and securing key information for upcoming projects.

Want to know more? We've attached a detailed job description that outlines the role and responsibilities in greater depth.

About you

You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, where you excel at managing multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines. Strong financial acumen is essential, with experience developing fundraising reports, managing budgets, and conducting financial data analysis.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are key to connecting with a diverse range of stakeholders, including donors, sponsors, participants, volunteers, and more. A collaborative spirit and a creative mind for developing innovative fundraising strategies are crucial.

Most importantly, you'll share our passion for Blue Cross's mission and be flexible for occasional travel and out-of-hours work.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• You have proven experience working in event fundraising and a demonstrable track record of success.
• You'll know how to research, plan, deliver, and evaluate a diverse range of fundraising activities, ensuring they're impactful and achieve their goals.
• You'll work seamlessly with internal and external agencies to ensure project success, leveraging their expertise and resources.
• You can develop and deliver marketing plans to attract participants through various channels, maximising event reach and engagement.
• With excellent written and face-to-face communication skills, you can connect effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, inspiring action and building strong relationships.
• You can manage multiple projects with conflicting priorities while remaining organised and delivering results.
• You have experience collaborating with other fundraising teams to deliver diverse activities across events, corporate partnerships, and key supporter cultivation initiatives.
• Driving license required.

A bonus if you have:

• Proficiency in spreadsheet software for financial data analysis.
• Experience working with fundraising databases and MS Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) to manage donor data, create reports, and communicate effectively.

How to apply 

Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 14 July 2024. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.

Blue Cross Benefits

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.  In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.  

With a wide range of perks aimed at enhancing your life both inside and outside of work, you'll thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.

Our generous benefits package includes:  

• Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) 
• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support 
• Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family  
• Free physiotherapy advice and face to face intervention 
• Health cash plan 
• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme 
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution  
• Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and Personal development support. 
• Life assurance  
• 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance  
• Enhanced family friendly policies  
• Recognition scheme  
• Annual volunteer days 
• Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers 

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website. 

Would you love the opportunity to use your digital and social media expertise to help the U.K.’s pet-owning community access affordable vet healthcare?
Are you a talented, creative storyteller passionate about all things digital?

Animal Trust Vets is looking for an ambitious, analytical, and organised Digital and Social Communications Specialist to join our central team in Cheshire. We seek someone with the drive, passion, and knowledge to expertly elevate our digital brand presence across all our digital communications.

The successful candidate will create inspirational content to promote the Animal Trust mission and elevate the brand nationally with the veterinary industry and the consumer.

This is a permanent, part-time (24 hours a week) hybrid role, but you will be expected to spend time at our surgeries to gather content.

The life of a Digital Communications Specialist at Animal Trust will involve the following:
 

• Developing and delivering our digital plan to ensure we have an active, targeted, and high-quality online presence.
• Plan, create and schedule our social media content, providing weekly performance reports.
• Conduct research and analysis of our SEO data to optimise content for search engine performance and provide weekly reports.
• Act as the gatekeeper of the website, ensuring it is optimised and kept up to date.
• Generate and publish content and monitor website analytics to drive engagement and highlight areas for enhancement.
• Write compelling, creative content and messaging for digital communication channels, including website, printed material, and blog posts.
• Engage effectively with our social followers to educate users about the Animal Trust mission and manage negative comments.
• Creating multi-media content, including photography, video, infographics, and social media templates.
• Provide expert tech guidance, review existing tools, and help to identify new solutions as our digital expert.
• Stay current with emerging industry trends, innovations, and technology, adopt best practices in digital marketing, including web accessibility and usability, and share these insights with the team.
   

To be a successful Digital Communications Specialist you’ll need:
 

• Professional or higher qualification in communications, marketing, digital marketing, or other relevant areas - experience without qualifications will be considered.
• Previous experience in a digital communications role
• A proven track record in digital marketing encompassing SEO, social media marketing, PPC campaigns and content creation.
• Experience in creating and managing social media channels and content creation.
• Demonstrably up to date with emerging digital trends and an interest in online community building.
• Experience using social and digital reporting tools like Google Analytics, SEMrush, Sprout Social and Facebook Business Manager.
• Experience in maintaining a website.
• Expert-level knowledge of social media and digital channels.
• Ability to turn around strategic, engaging content quickly.
• Excellent understanding of what makes a great story and how to convey it most compellingly while staying on brand.
• Strong understanding of SEO principles and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with SEO/SEM, Google Analytics, Adobe CC, and CRM software.
• Excellent attention to detail, solutions-focused skills, and the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• As a constantly evolving field, we’re looking for a self-learner who stays on top of trends and developments in digital marketing.
   

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
 

• £40,000 pro rata 
• Holidays – 6 weeks (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Flexible Hybrid working – We will do what we can to ensure you work in a way that works for you.
• Discounts – You’ll have access to discounts through the Vivup platform.
• Wellbeing Support – Staff well-being is always a priority. You’ll have access to mental health and well-being support.
• Team Working – You will be working as part of a team that is on a mission to provide the pet-owning community access to affordable vet care.

We will accept applicants of a full or part time basis, whilst living in the commutable distance from our head office in Cheshire is desirable we would be open candidates who are further afield with occasional travel to our head office required.

Join Animal Trust and help us elevate our brand profile nationally to become the household name for fair, affordable veterinary care and an organisation vets aspire to work for.

About the role:

Animal Trust Vets CIC is the only B-Corp, Community Interest Vet in the U.K.
Our teams provide fair and affordable treatment to thousands of pets every year. We believe pet owners should be able to enjoy their four-legged friends without the burden of financial anxiety when their pet becomes ill.

Animal Trust was founded over 10 years ago and has 12 surgery locations in Cheshire, Yorkshire, Lancashire, Manchester, Shropshire, and North Wales. With an ambitious growth plan, we want our brand to be at the forefront of all pet owners and veterinary clinicians' minds.

What you’ll bring to the team

In this role, you will be pivotal in shaping and executing Animal Trust's earned media plan. We aim to raise our brand profile nationally with consumers and within the veterinary industry.
As part of a small team, reporting to the Brand Manager, you will primarily deliver activity that generates on-brand coverage across all media in the veterinary industry. We also need to raise consumer awareness via the appropriate media.
 
You will:

• Manage creative PR activations.
• Identify and oversee media opportunities.
• Coordinate an ongoing programme of media and influencer visits.
• Deliver media amplification and attendance for key events, such as a new surgery opening.
• Develop and nurture relationships with key journalists.
• Write articles for our website for both consumers and industry.
• Write press releases, media kits and communications material for events.
• Evaluate and report on results and effectiveness of P.R. activity.
• Manage crisis communications, including preparing and executing statements to protect the brand’s reputation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• This is a great opportunity for an experienced, outstanding P.R. professional looking to work with a not-for-profit veterinary brand focused on providing affordable pet health care to the many, not the few.
• Educated to degree level.
• A highly motivated and confident individual with an eye for detail and the ability to adapt to changes.
• Up-to-date media sector knowledge and strong relationships with journalists.
• An awareness and enthusiasm for the latest P.R. cultural trends and acting as an internal expert on industry developments.
• Demonstrates creative flair to generate ideas that contribute to the earned media plan.
• Extensive experience writing press releases and media materials, facilitating press interviews, and briefing spokespeople for interviews.
• Crisis management experience.
• Experienced in reporting on PR activity, including using media measurement tools to track and evaluate coverage.
• Excellent organisational skills, budget, and time management.
• The ability to liaise and forge strong relationships with a cross-section of teams across the organisation, as well as the media, influencers, and VIPs.

This is a part-time position that would suit someone with a career portfolio or who is seeking a better work-life balance.
 

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:
 

• £40,000 pro rata
• Holidays – 6 weeks (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Flexible Hybrid working – We will do what we can to ensure you work in a way that works for you.
• Learning & Development Opportunities – We provide a learning platform for staff to grow and develop, and the Brand Manager will also mentor you.
• Discounts – You’ll have access to discounts through the Vivup platform.
• Wellbeing Support – Staff well-being is always a priority. You’ll have access to mental health and well-being support.
• Team Working – You will be part of a mission to provide the pet-owning community access to affordable vet care.
• Office dogs - You will enjoy being surrounded by dogs of all shapes and sizes.

We will accept applicants of a full or part time basis, whilst living in the commutable distance from our head office in Cheshire is desirable we would be open candidates who are further afield with occasional travel to our head office required. 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join as a Senior Central Neutering Manger to lead and identify continuous improvement for our subsidised neutering delivery across UK. This role is 35 hours per week  on a 9-month fixed term contract and in return you will receive a competitive salary of up to £48,444 per annum plus excellent benefits.

The role is homebased/remote working and some travel across the UK will be necessary for the role to facilitate meetings, provide presentations and line management of the team. This can be discussed further at interview stage.

Since 1927, Cats Protection has helped thousands of cats each year, across the UK. As a community of volunteers, employees, supporters and partners, we’ve improved the lives of millions of cats and transformed the way millions of people see and care for cats.

Our Central Neutering teams support the administration and supply of our subsidised neutering scheme for owned cats. Providing telephone and email support and advice for members of the public as well as working with external veterinary practices and our volunteers.

Responsibilities of our Senior Central Neutering Manger:

As the Senior Neutering Support and Finance Manager you will lead the team for effective working through continuous improvement and efficiencies for process and resource across the teams. This includes line management of the Neutering Manager and Data officer. You will work with colleagues to shape and manage the future planned delivery of the neutering programme for sustainability. Working within budgeted costs for voucher allocation and forecasting.

What we’re looking for in our Senior Central Neutering Manger:

• experience in leading teams
• experience of continuous improvement
• excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relations
• ability to provide reports and information from evidence based data.
• strong organisational skills and able to prioritise and manage workload
• experience of budget management
• strong IT skills including Microsoft Office

What we can offer you:

• salary of up to £48,444 per annum plus excellent benefits
• generous annual leave entitlement
• contribution pension scheme
• life assurance scheme
• range of health benefits including private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• and more

Through our values and behaviours we help people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together we can make a difference.

Closing date: 04 July 2024

Virtual interview date: TBC w/c 15 July 2024

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

Please email if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

Battersea’s Human Resources department provides expert advice, guidance and support through partnership with managers, teams and people across the organisation. Our work involves everything from pay and benefits to providing learning and development solutions that support other departments achieve their strategic objectives. We do this to attract, retain and develop our people to be the best they can be, so we can be here for more dogs and cats. 

We are seeking an individual to join us as HR Systems and Data Manager, to manage our HR Information System (Ciphr), create and produce HR Management Information to inform organisational decision making (including our annual pay review), and oversee our outsourced payroll process.

The ideal candidate would be someone who is an experienced Systems Administrator of HR systems, has experience of managing or overseeing a payroll function and writing reports, and has good knowledge of HR and data protection policies and processes.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 14th July 2024

Interview date(s): 18th July 2024

For full details, please download our recruitment pack.

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.