Unison | Assistant General Secretary
7 days ago
Organisation name Unison Reference number GS / 7 Salary £109,145 including London Weighting and the Fixed Annual Subsistence Allowance Closing date Fri, 19 Dec 2025 - 12 : 00 Job location UNISON Centre NW1 Hours 35 Website https : / / www.unison.org.uk Apply Now About this Role About this job UNISON is recruiting a dynamic and experienced senior leader to serve as Assistant General Secretary (Chief Operating Officer). This high-impact role leads UNISON’s Organisation & Resource Development directorate and plays a central part in delivering a progressive, efficient and resilient union. The Role The Assistant General Secretary (COO) provides executive leadership across UNISON’s key operational functions, including : ICT, digital systems and cybersecurity HR, workforce planning and organisational development Data governance and insights Property, facilities and health & safety Legal services Events, conferences and venues Membership systems and operational infrastructure You will lead major transformation and modernisation programmes, strengthen governance and organisational performance, and champion digital innovation, culture change and continuous improvement across UNISON Centre and regions. The role supports the General Secretary, Presidential Team and NEC, leading Objective 4 : Developing an efficient and effective union. About You We are seeking a politically aware, values-driven leader with : Extensive senior leadership experience in large, complex or democratic organisations Strong understanding of trade union governance and the public service environment Proven experience in organisational change, digital transformation and operational modernisation Broad knowledge across HR, ICT, data, legal services, property and compliance Excellent communication, influencing, strategic planning and programme management skills Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and UNISON’s democratic values Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. CIPD, digital transformation, organisational development) are desirable #J-18808-Ljbffr
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London NW, United Kingdom Unison Full time £109,145 - £1,321,720 per yearUNISON is recruiting a dynamic and experienced senior leader to serve as Assistant General Secretary (Chief Operating Officer). This high-impact role leads UNISON's Organisation & Resource Development directorate and plays a central part in delivering a progressive, efficient and resilient union.LocationUNISON Centre NW1Starting salary£109,145 including...
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