Industrial Officer

1 month ago


Cardiff, United Kingdom PCS Full time

PCS is moving towards the establishment of an organising culture across the union.  Our approach going forward is about building union power. We are building our teams of Industrial Officers to work in and develop expertise in all aspects of the role including bargaining, organising, campaigning, equality and learning.

Salary and Location

  • Band 4, Regional Spine points 30-26
  • Starting Salary £45,570 p.a. rising to £51,459 p.a. in annual increments
  • PCS Cardiff

Successful candidates for the Industrial Officer will be able to demonstrate:

  • Encouraging participation and recruitment of new members, particularly of under-represented groups
  • Industrial relations, negotiations, advocacy and representation
  • Understanding of the political processes in the UK and the role and work of trade unions
  • Basic knowledge of employment rights, equality legislation discrimination law and working practices
  • Methods and techniques for bargaining, campaigning and organising in a digital age

The main duties of the Industrial Officer role include:

  • Identifying and maximising the potential for union growth
  • Influencing success by developing and promoting the union’s bargaining, campaigning, equality and organising agenda
  • Encouraging membership participation and support in allocated areas of responsibility

The ability to organise own work, identify and set priorities as well as communicate effectively using written and oral channels, including reports and presentations, with a variety of audiences are all essential requirements for a successful Industrial Officer.

Closing date: at 12 midday on Wednesday 20 November 2024

Interviews will be held by Zoom: Monday 2 December 2024

About PCS

PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.

Employer Benefits

You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including

  • flexible working (including hybrid working)
  • childcare and family support
  • generous maternity/paternity leave
  • 32 days leave and Christmas closure
  • pension scheme
  • employee assistance programme

Learning and Development

The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.

PCS Recruiting Process

We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.

Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.

Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.

CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.

Please view our guidance for applicants.


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