Co-Executive Director (Parental Leave Cover)
Quick answer
Foxglove is hiring a Co-Executive Director to cover parental leave for one year, based in the UK with remote work and international travel required, paying $98,800 per annum pro rata.
- Role
- Co-Executive Director (Parental Leave 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 to cover parental leave for one year, focusing on strategy, advocacy, operations, fundraising, and public facing work.
What you'll do
- Serve as a member of Foxglove's leadership team, helping to set direction across the organisation.
- Work closely with the co-Executive Director and Director of Advocacy to align Foxglove's 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.
- Oversee Foxglove's day-to-day operations, ensuring the organisation runs smoothly and effectively.
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.
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?
UK-based, ideally London. Remote with international travel (approx. 20%).
What is the compensation package?
$98,800 per annum pro rata.
What are the key qualifications required?
Significant (5+ years) experience at CEO level, experience managing and motivating a team, brilliant fundraising track record and financial management experience, excellent communication skills, strong political judgement.
How do I apply for this position?
Please make your application via the Applied link provided answering the application questions and uploading your CV. We will not review applications sent via a job board or to our email.
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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