Director of Services

Pecca Leather, Inc.; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity for horticulturalists is seeking a Director of Services based in Leatherhead. This key role involves overseeing impactful programs and safeguarding practices while expanding the charity's reach. Candidates should have a strong background in service delivery and team leadership. The position offers a competitive salary of approximately £75,000 and the opportunity to make a meaningful sector impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in service delivery and leading complex programmes.
• Demonstrated ability to transform and expand services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Perennial's services for maximum impact.
• Oversee safeguarding practices during service delivery.
• Expand Perennial's reach by fostering stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Service delivery experience

Decision-making skills

Team leadership

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Perennial - Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society

Leatherhead Office, Surrey, With Nationwide Travel When Required.

Perennial is the UK's only charity dedicated to supporting everyone working in horticulture. From gardeners and landscapers to greenkeepers, tree surgeons, and grounds maintenance professionals, they help those who work with plants, trees, flowers, and grass to live healthy, happy, and successful lives.

Founded in 1839, their legacy spans nearly two centuries of compassionate support. Today, they provide free and confidential advice, financial assistance, and preventative services to thousands of individuals each year.

Reference: GSe125235

Closing Date: Midnight - 30 September 2025

Role details

They are now seeking a Director of Services to lead their support programmes and ensure they remain impactful and future-ready. This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing their services, overseeing safeguarding practices, and shaping the direction of their preventative and financial support programmes.

As part of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Services will lead and develop their services, championing the needs of horticulturalists and their families. They will play a vital role in expanding Perennial's reach, including building strong relationships with external stakeholders.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a sector that touches all our lives and improves the world. Please download the job pack for more information about Perennial and this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Perennial's services, ensuring they remain impactful and future-ready.
• Oversee safeguarding practices within all service delivery.
• Shape the direction of preventative and financial support programmes.
• As part of the Senior Leadership Team, champion the needs of horticulturalists and their families.
• Expand Perennial's reach by building strong relationships with external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in service delivery and a track record of leading complex programmes.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to transform and expand the reach of services.
• Ability to lead, develop teams, and work collaboratively with internal and external partners.

Details

• Location: Leatherhead Office, Surrey (with nationwide travel when required).
• Job Type: Permanent
• Salary/Remuneration: £75,000 (approx.)
• Reference: GSe125235
• Closing Date: Midnight - 30 September 2025

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