Director of Campaigns

Role:
Director of Campaigns and Communications (Responsible Investment Charity)

Salary:
£85k per annum + 8% pension

Location:
Hybrid in London

Civitas Charity Recruitment are delighted to support ShareAction in the recruitment of a dynamic and visionary Director of Campaigns and Communications. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for shaping high-profile, high-impact campaigns and building strategic narratives that challenge corporate behaviour and activate investor influence.

The Organisation

ShareAction is an independent UK-registered charity working to build a financial system that serves people and the planet. They are experts in responsible investment, harnessing the influence of investors, pension funds and civil society to improve corporate behaviour on environmental, social and governance issues — from climate change and health to worker rights and corporate accountability. Through research, rankings, investor engagement, coalition-building and public campaigns, ShareAction challenges harmful practices and drives systemic change in the global financial system.

Key Responsibilities of the role include

• Setting the strategic direction for campaigns, communications and civil society engagement

• Lead integrated advocacy and public campaigns that elevate ShareAction\’s voice

• Oversee media outreach, digital strategy and storytelling across channels

• Build and nurture partnerships with investors, civil society, policy makers and funders

• Represent ShareAction externally, including at high-level events and in the press

• Align campaign goals with organisational priorities and funding strategy

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned communications and campaigns leader with a proven record of delivering high-impact advocacy and narrative strategy. You will bring:

• Substantial experience leading complex campaigns or communications at senior level

• Excellent strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to simplify complex issues and communicate them compellingly across audiences

• Strong leadership and people-management experience

• A values-driven approach that aligns with ShareAction\’s mission and commitment to equity and inclusion.

If the role sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria, please apply immediately or alternatively contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for further information including the job pack.