Organisation name UCU Reference number ROEM Salary £72,414.00 pa Closing date Mon, 09 Nov 2026 - 10:00 Job location Birmingham Interview date 02 Dec 2026 Hours Permanent, Full Time Website https://www.ucu.org.uk/
About this Role
UCU is seeking a Regional Official to lead our East Midlands regional team. In this rewarding role, based in our Birmingham office and reporting to the Head of Bargaining & Representation, your main duties will include:
- implementation of national and regional strategic planning in the region
- line management of the regional office staff, including appraisal and development
- implementation of national agreements, national benchmarks and other nationally agreed bargaining objectives at branch level
- conducting and supporting negotiations with employing institutions in accordance with nationally, regionally, and locally agreed bargaining objectives
- securing and maintaining recognition of UCU in the region.
The ideal candidate must be educated to GCSE level or equivalent (inc. maths & English) and would suit someone with experience of a similar working environment and/or understanding of working for a trade union or other not-for-profit organisation. Other duties to include:
- experience of managing a team of staff
- experience of collective bargaining with employers
- experience of representing individuals in disciplinary and grievances cases
- experience of trade union organising
- experience of effective planning and organising under pressure.
The University and College Union (UCU) is the largest trade union and professional association for lecturers, learning support staff, academic related staff, trainers, researchers and managers working in further & higher education in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Our 120,000 members are employed mainly in colleges, universities and in adult, prison and land-based education. We also have members in the private sector, for example in private training agencies and language schools, as well as members working on a freelance basis. Students training to teach in post‑school education also belong to UCU.
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Ucu | Regional Official - East Midlands in Birmingham employer: Trade Union Congress
The Trades Union Congress is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at Congress House in London, where flexible working arrangements and a 35-hour week promote a healthy work-life balance. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally through meaningful contributions to employment rights and labour market policies, ensuring that their work has a direct impact on improving outcomes for working people. With a strong commitment to social justice and advocacy, the TUC fosters a collaborative culture that values every voice and empowers staff to make a difference.
