Co-Executive Director (Maternity Cover)
Quick answer
Foxglove is hiring a Co-Executive Director (Maternity Cover) for 1 year based in the UK with remote work and international travel required. The role offers £98,800 per annum pro rata and includes benefits such as a pension contribution and flexible working.
- Role
- Co-Executive Director (Maternity Cover)
- Organization
- Foxglove
- Location
- UK-based, ideally London. Remote with international travel (approx. 20%).
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $98,800 per annum pro rata
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
The role
Foxglove is seeking a Co-Executive Director (Maternity Cover) to lead strategy, impact, advocacy, operations, fundraising, and public facing work for 1 year in the UK with international travel.
What you'll do
- Serve as a member of Foxglove's leadership team to set direction across the organization
- Work closely with the co-Executive Director and Director of Advocacy to align legal, advocacy, and operations work
- Represent Foxglove externally: to the press, at events, with funders (trusts, foundations & individual donors), members of parliament and with policymakers and allies
- Oversee the work of Foxglove's advocacy team and shape our overall approach to campaigning across digital, media and grassroots channels
- Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of allies – civil society organizations, unions, policymakers, regulators, journalists, academics, and international partners
What it takes
- Significant (5+ years) experience at CEO level
- Experience managing and motivating a team
- A brilliant fundraising track record and experience in financial management
- Excellent communication skills – you can write persuasively, clearly and concisely, hold a press conference, and brief a politician, all in the same day
- Strong political judgement and an ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes
- Experience in organizational management or operations, including oversight of budgets and financial processes
What you'll bring
How we treat you
10% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave, bank holidays on dates of your choice, a week of office closure in August and December, flexible working and other benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in the UK, ideally London. It requires remote work with international travel (approx. 20%).
What is the compensation package?
The annual salary is £98,800 per annum pro rata less any required deductions for income tax and national insurance.
What are the key qualifications required?
Essential qualifications include significant (5+ years) experience at CEO level, managing and motivating a team, a brilliant fundraising track record, excellent communication skills, strong political judgement, and experience in organizational management or operations.
How do I apply for this position?
Please make your application via the Applied link provided answering the application questions and uploading your CV. Applications sent via a job board or to our email will not be reviewed.
How to apply
Apply directly on Foxglove's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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