Strategic Business and Operations Manager
Quick answer
Taunton Open Door is hiring a part-time Strategic Business and Operations Manager (Hybrid) paying £35,000 - £40,000 per year to lead strategic, operational, and funding initiatives for a housing and homelessness charity.
- Role
- Strategic Business and Operations Manager
- Organization
- Taunton Open Door
- Location
- Taunton, Somerset (Hybrid)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £35,000 - £40,000 per year
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Strategic Business and Operations Manager will provide strategic, operational, and funding leadership to Taunton Open Door, a charity focused on housing and homelessness. The role involves service delivery, fundraising, staff and volunteer leadership, and governance.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic, operational, and funding leadership
- Oversee day-to-day operations of charity services and projects
- Monitor performance against agreed targets and outcomes
- Lead on fundraising and income generation activities
- Develop and maintain relationships with grant funders, donors, businesses, trusts, and foundations
- Build and maintain relationships with local supporters and schools, faith communities, community groups, and local businesses
What it takes
- Senior leadership experience
- Experience of partnerships working across multiple agencies and sectors
- Experience working with governance structures and boards of trustees
- Fundraising experience
- Project management, monitoring, evaluation
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation abilities
- Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice
- Understanding charity governance and regulatory requirements
- Experience of providing supporter stewardship
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Taunton, Somerset, and is a hybrid role, allowing for some remote work.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £35,000 - £40,000 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include senior leadership experience, experience of partnerships, fundraising experience, project management, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
How do I apply?
You can apply now by clicking 'Apply Now' on the job listing.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 23 October 2026 at 09:00.
How to apply
Apply directly on Taunton Open Door's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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