About this job
About the role
You will work on long‑term organising and recruitment projects, building sustainable workplace structures and empowering members to take an active role in our campaigns. You will identify and support workplace activists, engage potential members, and help deliver UNISON’s organising strategy across the Eastern region.
What we’re looking for
The successful candidate will bring:
- Strong skills in one‑to‑one communication, recruitment and organising
- Experience in campaigning and motivating others
- The ability to inspire confidence and build relationships across diverse workplaces
- An understanding of trade unionism and UNISON’s values
- Previous experience as a recruiter, organiser, or campaigner (desirable but not essential)
Location
- BSOF 109: One vacancy within the Strategic Organising Team, based in either Chelmsford or Bury St Edmunds, depending on the successful candidate’s location
Travel
You will need to travel within the region as required, including to our Bury St Edmunds and Chelmsford offices, and occasionally to London for training or other purposes.
Additional information
The Strategic Organising Team is currently working on a regional multi‑academy trust project. For this post, it is desirable (though not essential) that annual leave is taken during school holiday periods.
How to apply
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Local Organiser application form (under ‘Documents’). Please note that ONLY the Area and Local Organiser application form will be accepted. See job description and person specification (under ‘Documents’).
The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Forms should be sent to recruitment.eastern@unison.co.uk ,in the subject line of the email please quote reference: R1/BSOF109
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 25 March 2026, 5pm
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 8th April 2026 at the Chelmsford Regional Office.
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.
