Regional Support Officer

Guardian Jobs; Southwestern Ontario; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Regional Support Officer with Trade Union experience to support their East of England region. This part-time role involves negotiations, representing members, and campaigning. The successful candidate will work closely with the regional team and BMA staff, ensuring effective representation and support for members.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Double matching pension contributions

Onsite gym

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Up-to-date expertise in industrial relations and employment law.
• Strong analytical skills for developing strategies in complex negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Support the regional team and Head of Region in implementing the Five Pillars strategy.
• Collaborate closely with BMA staff and Reps.

Skills

Negotiating

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Flexibility

Job description

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Regional Support Officer with Trade Union experience to join the East of England region. The successful candidate will support the regional team and Head of Region in implementing the ‘Five Pillars’ strategy, focusing on representing members, negotiations, supporting and organising Reps, campaigning, and recruitment.

The candidate will collaborate closely with BMA staff and Reps, applying transferable skills in negotiating, representing, campaigning, and organising within a membership organisation like a trade union.

This is a part-time position for 20 hours per week, fixed-term for 12 months.

To succeed, you should have:

• Up-to-date expertise in industrial relations, employment law, HR policies, procedures, and good practice
• Strong analytical skills for developing strategies in complex negotiations, cases, or campaigns
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with colleagues and members
• Knowledge of NHS structures and understanding of key issues facing the medical profession locally
• Organisational skills to manage a demanding workload and self-manage
• Negotiating, influencing, and conflict resolution skills
• Flexibility and adaptability to varying situations

This role is home-based, requiring travel across the East of England (primarily Essex). Candidates should live nearby or be willing to relocate at their own expense within an agreed timeframe.

About the BMA

The British Medical Association (BMA) is the trade union and professional body for doctors in the UK, representing and supporting doctors and medical students.

Join us at a pivotal time for the medical profession, working towards better pay, conditions, and a campaigning, organising, and fighting union.

Why work for us?

We offer benefits such as:

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and a BMA company day
• Double matching pension contributions up to 12%
• Additional leave for volunteering or moving house (post-probation)
• Onsite gym and subsidised café at BMA House
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with counselling and support
• BMA Law discounts for legal services
• Flexible benefits and discounts via our benefits platform
• Training and development opportunities
• Season ticket loan (up to £10,000) after probation

Anonymous recruitment

We ensure fairness through anonymised CVs and applications, with personal info visible only to interviewers if selected.

We support flexible working arrangements and provide necessary accommodations. To apply, visit our website. For adjustments or support during the application process, contact [e-mail].

Diversity & Inclusion Monitoring:

We aim to foster an inclusive environment, valuing diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, which strengthen our organisation.

Note: We cannot sponsor under the UK points-based immigration system as we lack a sponsorship license.