Ecommerce Manager

WIGAN AND LEIGH HOSPICE; Wigan; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days’ annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Subsidised lunches

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts on shopping, leisure and all

Job summary

Wigan & Leigh Hospice is seeking an Ecommerce Manager to lead online sales, working with volunteers to maximise charity income. You will oversee platforms including eBay and other channels, driving digital growth while delivering compassionate care to the local community.

This 37.5-hour-per-week role offers a permanent contract with a salary of £28,392–£31,157; travel to hospice shops across the borough is required. A full UK driving licence with business use is essential, and DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with generating online income, particularly through platforms like eBay, and other online retail channels.
• Ability to manage online sales and digital growth for a charity.

Responsibilities

• Lead online sales for the charity, working with volunteers to maximise online revenue across channels (eBay and others).
• Travel regularly to the hospice shops across the borough to support ecommerce activities.
• Maintain driving licence for business use as required for site visits.

Job description

Role: Ecommerce Manager
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (part time considered)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £28,392 – £31,157 per annum***

***Appointments are normally made at Point 1 of the salary scale, in line with the organisation’s pay policy. A higher starting salary may be considered where the successful candidate demonstrates relevant experience, skills and competencies for the role.**

Closing date: 21 October 2026
Interview date: 29 October 2026

Do you have a passion for data analysis, user experience, and digital growth? Would you like to be part of an Outstanding-rated hospice team, providing compassionate care that makes a genuine difference to patients and those important to them?

At Wigan & Leigh Hospice, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Together, we deliver outstanding specialist care and support to people living with life-limiting illnesses and those important to them.

Every member of our team plays an important role in helping us deliver the highest standards of care across our community.

We are proud to be rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting the dedication, expertise and compassion of our colleagues and volunteers.

Our values: Compassion, Accessibility, Respect and Excellence – are at the heart of everything we do.

Why join us?

At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to our people. We know that when our staff feel valued, supported and empowered, they can provide the highest standard of care to the patients and families who rely on us.

As part of our team, you’ll benefit from a rewarding working environment and a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, financial security and professional development, including:

• A warm, welcoming and supportive workplace.
• 35 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with length of service.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Subsidised lunches.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Discounts on shopping, leisure and holidays.
• Access to an on-demand GP service.
• Westfield Health Cash Plan.
• Life Assurance.
• A wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

About the Role

As an Ecommerce manager, you will manage online sales for the charity, working with a team of volunteers to maximise the potential of online sales for Wigan & Leigh Hospice. This role offers an opportunity to make a real and meaningful difference to a charity that is centred around the local community.

You will bring experience of generating income from selling items online, in particular eBay, and other online channels, along with knowledge of other online retail platforms and the potential they offer.

This role will involve regular travel to the hospice’s shops across the borough.

Full UK driving licence, with vehicle insured for business use is essential for this role.

Working Pattern

This is a 37.5-hour per week role, working Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the UK’s points-based immigration system. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence of this before taking up the post.

Successful appointments will be subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check as part of the pre-employment screening process.

If you have not heard from us within two weeks after the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We appreciate the time and effort taken to apply and thank you for your interest in joining our team.

About us

For more than 40 years, Wigan & Leigh Hospice has supported people living with life-limiting illnesses and those important to them across our local community.

As an independent charity, we provide specialist palliative and end-of-life care tailored to the needs of each individual.

Our services support people physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually, helping them achieve the best possible quality of life while ensuring dignity, comfort and choice remain at the centre of their care.

We are committed to protect the privacy and security of your personal information. To see how we do this please visit our website and read our “Role Applicants Data Protection Compliance Statement (Privacy Notice)”.

If you’d like to know more about this role before applying, please get in touch with our team.

We provides specialist care and support to people across the Wigan borough who are living with a life-limiting illness.

The care we provide is only possible because of our people. At Wigan & Leigh Hospice, we’re proud to offer meaningful employee benefits that reflect our commitment to making this a great place to work – and a place where everyone feels valued.

We offer enhanced sick pay from the first year of service.

We offer free parking at the hospice in a well-lit, easily accessible car park.

Our catering team serves fresh, home-cooked meals daily at a subsidised rate - from three-course options to lighter bites.