NUJ Trade Union Organiser (London)

NATIONAL UNION OF JOURNALISTS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated NUJ Organiser to enhance engagement within the freelance sector. This role involves organizing initiatives, recruiting new members, and providing support for personal casework across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in union organizing and a strong understanding of workplace issues. You will be empowered to develop strategies that grow union membership and strengthen representation. Join a dynamic team committed to advocating for workers' rights and making a real impact in the media industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in organising and recruitment among freelance workers.
• Strong knowledge of workplace issue resolution and union campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibilities include organising, recruitment, and casework.
• Travel as necessary to fulfill day-to-day job responsibilities.

Skills

Organising

Recruitment

Retention

Casework

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Administration skills

Digital skills

Education

Degree level qualification

Tools

MS Office

Social media platforms

Job description

Based in the National Union of Journalists’ London head office, the NUJ Organiser (London) will have a focused attention on organising and case work in the freelance sector reporting to the union’s national Freelance organiser, including recruitment, engagement with the union’s industrial and campaigning priorities, and strengthening lay representation. Additionally, the NUJ Organiser (London) will also work, as required, on personal case work across the union’s industrial sectors.

Under supervision, the NUJ Organiser will have primary responsibilities for:

• Organising
• Recruitment
• Retention
• Casework

The NUJ Organiser will be expected to travel as necessary to carry out the day-to-day responsibilities of the job.

The candidate will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Proven experience of organising and recruitment initiatives among freelance workers
• Demonstrable track record in running union organising campaigns
• Extensive experience in successfully representing members in personal cases
• Strong knowledge of resolving workplace issues
• At least three years’ trade union involvement and experience
• Demonstrable track record of growing a trade union membership and lay activist base
• Qualified to degree level would be desirable, but not essential

The candidate will have and be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• The ability to conduct an analytical review of the current membership and mapping skills
• Ability to identify potential new members and develop strategies for specific recruitment initiatives
• Demonstrate a strategic approach to growing the membership
• Recruitment techniques
• Project management skills
• Excellent face-to-face, written and phone communication skills, whether dealing with employers, potential members, current members or colleagues
• Strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to remain confident, calm and professional under pressure
• Extremely organised
• Excellent administration skills
• Ability to work both under supervision and autonomously, as well as the ability to seek guidance when necessary

The candidate will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge:

• Knowledge of the media industry and its players
• An understanding of current employment law
• Hands-on knowledge of MS Office applications
• Strong social media and digital skills

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following work ethics:

• A commitment to trade unions and their aims
• A proactive approach to the working day
• A professional, friendly and team-oriented approach to colleagues and members alike
• Initiative and self-motivation
• The ability to work flexibly

If you would like to apply for this role, please complete the application form and send along with your CV and covering email to [e-mail].

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Deadline for receipt of applications: Noon, 5th May 2025.

Please note that applications received after the close of applications will not be accepted.

The NUJ is an equal opportunity employer.