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Communications and Digital Manager

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

106384

Published date:

23-01-2026

Summary

Brain Research UK – Communications and Digital Manager

Reporting to: Head of Fundraising
Contract: 4 days per week (28 hours) – open to 4 full days or 5 shorter days
Salary: c.£40,000 FTE
Location: Hybrid – minimum 1 day per week in London office (Holborn)
Line reports: None

Dear Applicant,

The opportunity

Are you a communications professional who believes that powerful narratives can change lives? Do you want to use your digital and content skills to communicate the human impact of neurological research and help deliver our vision of a world where everyone with a neurological condition lives better, longer?

Working within a small, dedicated and talented team, you will play a central role in shaping how Brain Research UK tells its story. You will lead the development of high-quality, impact-led content that brings research and lived experience together, helping supporters see the difference their support makes and inspiring them to donate, fundraise and advocate for our work.

The focus of the role is twofold:

Building supporter loyalty, helping supporters to feel like they are enabling cutting-edge neurological research
Increasing public engagement and understanding, driving consideration and support for Brain Research UK.

We have an engaged supporter base of approximately 26,000 individuals, including cash donors, regular givers, event and community supporters, patients, and a wider non-donor audience. Our primary channels include our website, email, Facebook and Instagram.

We are seeking to reinvigorate our communications approach, maximise digital engagement, and use our channels not only to promote fundraising opportunities but also to actively engage with supporters and the wider public.

Fundraising underpins everything we do, enabling vital research to support the one in six people affected by a neurological condition.

Why join us?

We are looking for someone who is ready for a challenge that can really make a difference.

We are a small organisation with big ambition and impact. This role is central to accelerating our fundraising and communications activity and supporting the charity’s growth.

You will use your storytelling skills to connect scientific research with the people it helps, ensuring supporters understand and feel the impact of their support. If you are looking for your next career step in a role where your work truly matters, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We are in the final year of our current strategy (2023–2026) and preparing to launch an ambitious new strategy for 2027–2030, designed to drive growth. Following successful fundraising pilots, we are scaling up activity and investing in communications to support this expansion.

You will join a lean, focused team with a strong fundraising culture, quick decision-making, and a positive, collaborative working environment. The role reports to the Head of Fundraising, currently covered by an experienced interim, with active support from the CEO.

As CEO, I champion fundraising and communications and ensure supporters feel valued, recognised, and connected to our work.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while helping to transform lives through brain research. I look forward to hearing from you.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter (maximum one page) outlining why you want to work for Brain Research UK and why you are suited to the role. Please include a brief example of a story, campaign or piece of content you are particularly proud of, and why.
Email fundraising@brainresearchuk.org.uk by XXXXXXXXXX.

Caroline Blakely
CEO

Job purpose

The role’s primary focus is to find, shape and share powerful stories that demonstrate the human impact of our work and motivate people to support Brain Research UK. You will build on an established foundation, working closely with the Head of Fundraising, CEO and colleagues across the organisation, with real scope to innovate and drive impact.

Key responsibilities

Digital communications & storytelling

Lead all digital communications, including website, social media and online campaigns.
Act as content manager for the website, overseeing written, visual and video updates.
Develop and maintain a compelling library of supporter stories (written, film and imagery), ensuring appropriate permissions and coverage across key research areas: brain tumours, acquired brain injury, and headache and facial pain.
Work with colleagues to source, craft and share stories that demonstrate impact and inspire support.
Collaborate with our Research Manager to translate funded research into clear, engaging stories that show how science changes lives

Fundraising support & engagement

Work closely with the fundraising team to optimise digital communications and deliver segmented, tailored content based on supporter interests.
Inspire audiences to donate or fundraise through engaging, high-quality content.
Engage with and respond to our online community in a timely, supportive and professional manner.

Planning, performance & collaboration

Develop and deliver a planned schedule of communications activity across all channels.
Ensure consistent use of brand, tone and values in line with brand guidelines.
Track and analyse digital performance using tools such as Google Analytics and income reports, using insight to continuously improve effectiveness.
Report on how communications activity drives engagement, enquiries, donations and pledges.
Manage relationships with third-party agencies where required, including briefing, objectives and evaluation.
Coordinate corporate communications such as the annual review and impact report.

Other duties

Build strong knowledge of Brain Research UK’s work and confidently communicate our impact.
Use the CRM system (Donorfy) effectively.
Support wider fundraising and charitable activities as required.
Undertake other duties appropriate to the role.

Person specification

Experience

Essential:

At least five years’ experience in communications, including experience within a charity or similar-sized organisation.
Demonstrable experience of leading on storytelling, narrative development or content creation that has driven engagement or fundraising outcomes
Experience planning and delivering social media content using a structured schedule.
Experience developing e-communications to build loyalty and engagement.
Experience managing website content.
Understanding of online community management and supporter engagement.

Skills

Essential:

Ability to identify the emotional heart of a story and shape it appropriately for different audiences and channels.
Confidence using analytics tools to measure and report digital performance.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with diverse audiences.
Emotional intelligence and sensitivity when engaging with people affected by medical conditions.
Understanding of how to use video and film across digital channels.
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
IT proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Knowledge

Knowledge of fundraising and communications trends.
Familiarity with CMS platforms, social media channels (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) and e-marketing tools (e.g. Mailchimp, DotDigital).
Understanding of the charity sector.

Vision, mission and values

Our vision

A world where everyone with a neurological condition lives better, longer.

Our purpose

To fund essential research to discover causes, develop new treatments and improve the lives of those affected by neurological conditions.

Our promise

We will improve lives by funding essential research and accelerating its progress, while encouraging collaboration, knowledge sharing and future talent within the brain research community.

Our values

Unity – We are stronger when we work together.
Humanity – We connect research to its human impact by sharing real-life stories and making science accessible.
Positive energy – Active, courageous and resolute, we are determined to accelerate progress in brain research.

Our values shape our culture and guide our decisions every day. We are forward-thinking and collaborative.

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Management Accountant

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

105817

Published date:

09-01-2026

Summary

Management Accountant – Newly Created Role

Charity People have partnered with a growing £2million turnover community benefit society to help recruit a Management Accountant. This is a newly created role offering salary between £36,000 - £45,000 per annum.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join a dynamic team and play a key role in supporting sustainable growth.

Contract: Full-time, with a 3-month probation period
Salary: £36,000–£45,000 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience). A support package for continued study towards professional qualifications is available.
Location: Minimum of three days per week in our Brixton office, with support for remote/home working as needed.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will provide accurate and timely financial management and reporting, ensuring sound financial control, analysis, and statutory compliance. You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the Finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

Management & Statutory Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, reconcile balance sheet accounts, complete statutory returns (VAT, Companies House, FCA), and support annual audits.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with annual budgets, reforecasts, cashflow statements, and ad hoc financial projections.
Business Partnering: Provide financial insights to management and project leads, supporting decision-making and project reporting.
Supervision: Manage and support the Finance Officer, ensuring professional development and alignment with departmental goals.
Systems & Processes: Maintain and improve finance systems and digital tools for accuracy and efficiency.
Finance Operations: Oversee sales and purchase ledgers, payroll, and ad hoc financial reporting for senior leadership.
Audit & Compliance: Prepare reconciliations for external audits and ensure compliance with HMRC, FCA, and other regulations.
General Duties: Uphold organisational policies, confidentiality, equality, and sustainability commitments while representing the organisation professionally.

About You

Essential:

Qualified or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
Strong experience in management accounts preparation, including reconciliation and reporting.
Experience with accounting software (QuickBooks & Xero).
Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Skilled in budget management and resource optimisation.
Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners.
Advanced IT proficiency, including Excel.
Experience in charity or not-for-profit accounting for grants.

Due to the nature of this role and urgency, the client may close the role next Wednesday 14^th January, 2026.

Candidates shortlisted for this role, will be required to answer one question.

Interviews may happy on 15^th January, 2026 or w/c 19^th January, 2026.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

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