Grants & Programmes Manager in London

Will manage the delivery of a portfolio of work within the Grants and Programmes function at Battersea. This is an exciting time for Battersea as we expand our work to impact more dogs and cats. Over the coming five years, it is planned that the size and complexity of our activities will grow, including the establishment of several multi-year programmes in the UK and abroad.

This is a senior role within the Grants and Programmes team in the Global Programmes Directorate, requiring excellent experience of people management, strategic leadership and good grant making practice. To thrive in this position, you’ll bring a blend of strategic thinking, collaboration, and relationship‑building skills. The role calls for someone who is confident shaping ideas, offering alternative approaches, and contributing to a constructive team dynamic. You should be comfortable working across a wide scope of activity, navigating complexity, and engaging with colleagues and external partners in a way that strengthens long‑term relationships.

• Strategic communication: You’ll be able to pose and respond to complex or sensitive questions, using sound judgement to maintain productive and thoughtful dialogue.
• Collaborative leadership: You’ll feel at ease proposing ideas, engaging in healthy debate, and supporting the contributions of others to advance shared goals.
• Stakeholder engagement: You’ll have the ability to build and sustain effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Organisational awareness: You’ll be motivated by advancing Battersea’s strategic interests and confident in shaping conversations and decisions that support that mission.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys influencing, partnering, and contributing to a collective vision while navigating a dynamic and multifaceted environment.

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Discounted gym membership and cycle to work schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
• Annual interest‑free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in‑person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office‑based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office‑based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all. We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

Disability Confident Committed Employer
We will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.