Grants Officer

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent grant-making charity is seeking a dedicated Grants Officer to manage the grants lifecycle, support environmental initiatives, and engage with diverse stakeholders. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and experience in the charitable sector. The organization offers a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional development and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on retailers

Resources for health support

24-hour access to virtual GP

Paid volunteer leave

Ongoing training and development

Modern office facilities

Qualifications

• Experience of assessing financial information (e.g., invoices, quotes, tenders).
• Experience in grant making or the charitable sector.
• Current driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full grants lifecycle from application to completion.
• Deliver excellent customer service and support applicants.
• Process and evaluate funding applications thoroughly.
• Assist with Board meeting arrangements and minute taking.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Digital skills

Ability to understand complex information

Tools

AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT)

Job description

As a dedicated Grants Officer, you'll join our small, dynamic team in an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting environmental initiatives across the country while developing your career in the grants and charitable sector. Reporting to the Head of Grants, you'll work with a diverse range of stakeholders including applicants, beneficiaries, regulators, and sector peers.

• Manage the full grants lifecycle of projects from application to completion, including compliance monitoring and occasional site visits
• Manage grant claims, including checking evidence of expenditure and project budgets
• Deliver excellent customer service through professional handling of enquiries
• Build positive relationships with applicants, providing guidance and support throughout the application and live grants processes
• Process and evaluate funding applications, ensuring fair and thorough assessment against our criteria
• Assist with Board meeting arrangements, minute taking and other administrative duties
• Support Trustee meetings and contribute to strategic discussions about our funding priorities
• Help develop communications materials and guidance to support potential applicants
  A values-driven and ethical approach to work, with a strong commitment to improving the environment and community wellbeing
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to quickly understand complex information
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of our close-knit team

Desired Qualifications

• Experience of assessing financial information (e.g. invoices, quotes, tenders etc)
• Experience in grant making or the charitable sector
• Digital skills, including familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT
• Current driving licence

While relevant experience is desirable, we welcome applications from candidates at all career stages and with different life experiences as full training will be provided to the successful candidate.

Join our mission to support community and environmental projects that make a real difference. The Veolia Environmental Trust (www.veoliatrust.org) is an independent grant‑making charity that distributes Landfill Communities Fund monies across England.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) explaining why you're passionate about environmental grant making and how your skills align with this role.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2025). We are committed to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We also ensure all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

What we can offer you:

• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24‑hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid day leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
• Modern office facilities with electric car charging, free gym, and subsidised canteen