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About the role

We are looking for an Engagement Manager to join our team while our Director of Development is on maternity leave. The person will be responsible for project managing the work of the engagement team, delivering key engagement priorities, and overseeing fundraising events/campaigns and communications.

Location:                  We operate a hybrid working policy and will require a minimum of one day per week in our London office. 

Hours:                       5 days per week

Salary:                      £35,202 

Contract:                  Until 28^th February 2026 

Reporting to:          Chief Executive

Start date:               As soon as possible

Team:                The role will deliver a number of engagement projects and provide day to day oversight of the work of the Engagement Team (Communications Officer, Project and Engagement Coordinator, Fundraising and Events Coordinator). Line management of this team will be delivered by the CEO.  

Application process

To apply for the position, please submit a CV and cover letter (no more than two pages) to recruitment@weareadvocate.org.uk outlining your interest and setting out how you meet the requirements in the person specification.

If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@weareadvocate.org.uk.

Closing date:           19^th January 2025

Job description

Engagement

1.    Oversee our engagement with Chambers

• Manage and administer The Chambers Pro Bono Framework
  • Recruiting chambers for 2025
  • Ensuring regular communication and responding to queries
  • Producing bespoke reports for each set of chambers
• Manage and administer the Pro Bono Champions scheme
  • Ensuring regular communication
  • Keeping our records up to date and accurate
  • Recruiting new Pro Bono Champions

2.    Oversee our engagement with barristers

• Manage and administer the Bar’s involvement in the Pro Bono Recognition List of England and Wales
• Sign up, welcome and support our panel of volunteer barristers including mentors and reviewers

3.    Support the Director of Casework and regional caseworkers with engagement

Communication

1.    Project manage the work of the Engagement Team

• Ensuring the business plan and engagement strategy is delivered
• Advising and supporting our Communications Officer with key stakeholders and the press, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Advising and supporting the Fundraising and Events Officer

o   Ensuring events are delivered to an excellent standard and on budget. Of key importance are the annual Bar Pro Bono Awards.

o   Overseeing fundraising events/campaigns to ensure targets are met.

o   Overseeing the work of the part time administrator, to increase the Bar's engagement

2.    Lead on our engagement with Pro Bono Week in November 2025

3.    Overall coordination of our stakeholders’ communications calendar.

Other

1. This role requires the post holder to take full responsibility for organising their own work and handle administrative duties, ensuring smooth and efficient operations without reliance on administrative support. 

2. Undertake any other responsibilities as reasonably requested by the Chief Executive and the Director of Casework/Chief Operating Officer.

3. You may be required to work outside of your usual working hours from time to time to support the work of Advocate.

Person Specification

Essential

1.    Experience of line managing staff

2.    Experience of directing multiple projects, meeting deadlines and managing competing priorities

3.    Experience of creating a wide range of communications for key stakeholders

4.    Experience of managing social media or marketing campaigns

5.    A highly organised, and thorough approach to work with meticulous attention to detail 

6.    Experience of building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders at all levels

7.    Experience in using Advanced Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel, Word, Salesforce and SharePoint

Desirable

1.    A good working knowledge of the Bar of England & Wales

2.    Experience of line managing multiple staff members

3.    Experience of working on fundraising projects and events

Other

1.    Proactive, positive approach to developing the work of Advocate and a passion for access to justice

2.    Commitment to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion.

3.    Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills     

Advocate is an equal opportunities employer.