Regional Support Officer, BRITISH MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

Guardian Jobs; Southwestern Ontario; Remote; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Regional Support Officer with a focus on trade union experience. This part-time role involves supporting a regional team in implementing strategic initiatives, negotiating on behalf of members, and organizing campaigns. You will work closely with BMA staff and Reps, utilizing your skills in negotiation and representation. This innovative organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a significant impact on the medical community. If you are passionate about advocating for better conditions for medical professionals, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Double matching pension contributions

Additional leave for volunteering

Onsite gym

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted legal services

Flexible benefits

Training opportunities

Season ticket loan after probation

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of industrial relations and employment law.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support regional team in implementing strategic initiatives.
• Represent members and negotiate on their behalf.

Skills

Industrial relations knowledge

Employment law expertise

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Regional Support Officer, BRITISH MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

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Job Overview

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 role involves working closely with BMA staff and Reps, requiring skills in negotiating, representing, campaigning, and organising within a membership organisation such as a trade union. This is a part-time, fixed-term position for 20 hours per week, lasting 12 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the work of the regional team and Head of Region in implementing strategic initiatives.
• Represent members and negotiate on their behalf.
• Support and organise Reps, campaigns, and recruitment activities.
• Collaborate with BMA staff and Reps effectively.

Qualifications and Skills

• Expert knowledge of industrial relations, employment law, HR policies, and procedures.
• Strong analytical skills to develop strategies for negotiations, cases, or campaigns.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiating, influencing, and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of NHS structures and local medical profession issues.
• Organisational skills to manage workload and self-discipline for diary management.
• Flexibility and adaptability to varying situations.

Additional Information

This role is home-based but requires travel across the East of England, primarily Essex. Candidates should be willing to relocate at their own expense if necessary.

About The BMA

The British Medical Association (BMA) is the trade union and professional body for doctors in the UK, advocating for better pay and conditions for medical professionals.

Benefits

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and a BMA company day.
• Double matching pension contributions up to 12%.
• Additional leave for volunteering or relocating.
• Onsite gym and subsidised café at BMA House.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted legal services through BMA Law.
• Flexible benefits and training opportunities.
• Season ticket loan after probation.

Equal Opportunity

The BMA promotes diversity and is committed to fair recruitment practices, including anonymised applications. We support reasonable adjustments during the application process.

Note

We cannot sponsor under the UK immigration system.