About the Role

This is a newly created opportunity to establish and lead a professional, centralised administration function, ensuring consistent, efficient and high-quality support across the organisation.

You will oversee administrative operations, improve systems and processes, and provide vital governanceand operational support to senior leaders and teams.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading, developing and managing the administration team, setting clear standards and expectations

- Acting as the central coordination point for administrative support across the organisation

- Reviewing and improving administrative systems, processes and ways of working

- Managing the administration budget and resources effectively

- Introducing and maintaining procedures, templates and document management systems

- Supporting the use of digital tools to enhance efficiency and reduce duplication

- Ensuring compliance with policies, governance requirements and data protection

- Providing high-quality support to leadership, including meetings, reports, minutes and documentation

This is an exciting opportunity to shape a newly created function and make a real impact on how the organisation operates and supports its teams.

Benefits

- 40 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)

- Generous pension contribution (7% employer / 3% employee)

- Hybrid working model

- Opportunity to shape and improve organisational operations

- Supportive and collaborative working culture - Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential wellbeing, financial and legal support)

About You

You will be a highly organised and collaborative leader with a passion for continuous improvement. You will bring:

- Proven experience in administration, office or business support

- Experience leading or supervising a team

- Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills

- Ability to manage competing priorities with high attention to detail

- Experience improving systems, processes or ways of working

- Confident using Microsoft Office and digital tools

- A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently

- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

- Experience in a charity, public sector or regulated environment is desirable.

About the Organisation

Beatson Cancer Charity supports and enhances the treatment, care and wellbeing of current, former and future cancer patients and their families. We work in partnership with the NHS, The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and all related facilities. We also offer the wider community a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cancer care.

Are you passionate about inspiring communities and helping improve the lives of people affected by cancer? We are seeking a passionate and proactive Schools and Community Fundraiser to build meaningful partnerships and inspire local support.

About the role

As Schools and Community Fundraiser, you will play a vital role in developing and delivering engaging fundraising initiatives across schools, community groups, and local networks. You will build strong relationships, inspire supporters, and create memorable campaigns that drive income and awareness.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and delivering a schools and community fundraising strategy
• Building and maintaining relationships with schools, community groups, and local organisations
• Creating engaging fundraising resources and campaigns
• Supporting supporters with fundraising ideas, materials, and guidance
• Planning and attending events, presentations, and outreach activities
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to maximise engagement and supporter experience

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave, inclusive of public holidays
• Generous pension contribution (7% employer / 3% employee)
• Opportunity to develop creative community fundraising initiatives and grow local support
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential wellbeing, financial and legal support

About you

You will be a motivated and engaging individual with a genuine passion for fundraising and community impact. You thrive on building relationships, inspiring others, and turning ideas into successful fundraising activity.

You will be confident in connecting with a wide range of audiences, from schools and community groups to individual supporters, and will be driven to grow income through creative and engaging initiatives.

You will bring:

• Experience in fundraising, community engagement, or a similar role
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to inspire and engage supporters
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to develop creative fundraising ideas and deliver them effectively
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and deadlines
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with a focus on achieving targets and outcomes
• Confidence in using databases and Microsoft Office
• Full UK driving licence.

This role involves work with children and is subject to a satisfactory PVG Scheme check

About the organisation

Beatson Cancer Charity supports and enhances the treatment, care and wellbeing of current, former and future cancer patients and their families. We work in partnership with the NHS, The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre and all related facilities. We also offer the wider community a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cancer care.