West Midlands Region – Head of Corporate Services

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UNISON is the UK’s leading public sector trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public services, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ 1200 staff, approximately 370 at our national centre in Euston, central London and the remainder in our twelve regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.
Region
West Midlands
Starting salary
£42,954 per annum
Closing date
26 February 2021
Hours
35
Contract type
Full time, permanent
Reference
R12/105

About this job

The West Midlands region is currently recruiting for a Head of Corporate Services.

We are looking for a committed and resourceful individual who is able to assist the regional management team to deliver UNISON’s Objective of “Developing an efficient and effective union.”

You will be working under the direction of the Regional Secretary and will be responsible for all aspects of Corporate Services within the West Midlands Region, including:

  • Strategic development
  • Staff management
  • Finance & Administration
  • IT Systems
  • Branch Support
  • Conference Administration

The successful candidate will bring their experience and skills to the role and be able to develop and deliver a range of financial and administrative functions within the region, you should have excellent organisational and communication skills, both face-to-face and on paper.

A sound understanding of trade unions and their objectives is essential along with a good understanding of UNISON’s policies and objectives would be an advantage.

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, download and complete the General application form (under ‘Documents’).  Please note that ONLY the General application form will be accepted.  Please also see job description and person specification (under ‘Documents’).

Completed applications as well as recruitment and disability monitoring forms should be returned by email to w3@unison.co.uk quoting reference R12/105.

Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 26 February 2021.

Interviews will take place online via Microsoft teams on Thursday 18 March 2021.

About UNISON

UNISON is the UK’s leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ approximately 1,200 staff, with around 370 at our national centre in Euston in central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.

UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.

Disability Confident Committed
Mindful employer

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