Grants Assistant

ACF; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable trust in the UK is looking for a freelance Grants Assistant to manage relationships with charities primarily in the North and East of England. The role involves frequent travel for monitoring and due diligence visits and requires effective communication and reporting. Candidates should send their CV and cover letter to the Trust Administrator via email. The position is remote, allowing flexibility in working hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing relationships with charities.
• Ability to travel frequently for visits.
• Strong reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with charities based in the North and East of England.
• Travel frequently for monitoring visits to existing charities.
• Report back on visits to the Trust Administrator and Trustees.

Job description

Application Deadline

1/9/2026

Job Description

The John Horseman Trust is a family charitable trust that supports charities in the UK (and a small number overseas) who are working to benefit local communities, education, and the environment. After a period of growth over the past few years, we are seeking a freelance Grants Assistant to support us with managing relationships with charities based in the North and East of England.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with charities based in the North and East of England.
• Travel frequently for monitoring visits to existing charities and due diligence visits to prospective charities.
• Report back on visits to the Trust Administrator and Trustees.

Location

Home based, within reach of North & or East – frequent travel to these areas.

Working from

Remote

Remuneration

Hours

How to apply

Please send a current CV and a covering letter of no more than one side of A4 outlining how your skills and experience relate to the role. Please submit your application to Sarah Timmis, Trust Administrator at: [e-mail]