Applications are encouraged from people who are under-represented in the union. We actively encourage women, Black and Asian Ethnic minority/Global Majority Heritage, Disabled and LGBT+ people to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

GMB is one of the UK and Ireland's largest trade unions; we’re proud to represent over half a million people from across the professional spectrum and all walks of life. Our North-East, Yorkshire & Humber Region is a large and diverse region, and is currently seeking applications for x2 Organising Assistants.

The successful postholders will be expected to travel to locations in the region and actively engage  in supporting the region to build and grow our membership by assisting the union officers to identify unorganised workplaces for recruitment and assist in the recruitment and retention of members.  We're looking for someone who possesses the ability to work well independently but is also a real team player. 

The successful candidates will:

• Possess a flexible attitude and a full range of organising, recruitment and administrative skills as outlined in the job description.
• Be able to work on their own initiative to undertake duties in a professional and efficient manner.
• Have an understanding of the GMB Union, other Trade Unions as well as commitment to the wider Trade Union and Labour Movement.
• Applicants must be prepared to work as a team, and the successful candidate would display strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in challenging environments.
• On a personal basis, the applicants would need to display energy, enthusiasm, resilience, commitment, and an ability to use initiative.

In return, we offer excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Childcare Assistance Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Eye Care claim back Scheme
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Annual Health Check

This is a varied and interesting role; if you think you may be who we’re looking for and if you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification of the attached job description, we’d like to hear from you.

TO APPLY: If you’d like to apply, please download the application pack located on the right-hand side.

Please note:

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered, so please ensure you have completed all sections of the application form (including referee details) and submitted no later than the specified deadline.