Senior National Officer, Equality & Campaigns

Unison; Greater London; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Weighting

Job summary

UNISON in London seeks a senior leader to head the Equality Unit, managing staff and supporting equality groups, young and retired members. You will work with colleagues to develop bargaining strategies and drive participation across the union.

Core skills include influencing, communication, and campaign design, with knowledge of equality and employment issues. You will represent members and work with elected leaders in a politically sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading teams and coordinating across multiple groups.
• Strong knowledge of equality issues and advocacy within a union or similar body.
• Experience of working in a representative setting and engaging with elected leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team that supports self-organised equality groups and members.
• Collaborate with UNISON colleagues to develop strategies that boost participation.
• Contribute to negotiating and bargaining strategies for the union.
• Shape and drive campaigns with clear communications to members and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Equality expertise

Employment law

Strategic planning

Budget management

Job description

UNISON in London seeks a senior leader to head the Equality Unit, managing staff and supporting equality groups, young and retired members. You will work with colleagues to develop bargaining strategies and drive participation across the union.

Core skills include influencing, communication, and campaign design, with knowledge of equality and employment issues. You will represent members and work with elected leaders in a politically sensitive environment.