At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Union's organising agenda and develop recruitment strategies.
- Company: Join one of the UK's largest trade unions at a vibrant head office.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexitime, generous holidays, and a defined contribution pension.
- Other info: Fully office-based role with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the labour movement while growing your research skills.
- Qualifications: Degree or relevant experience in research; strong communication and organisational skills.
The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UKs largest trade unions. A vacancy exists for a Researcher (Organising) based at the Union's Head Office. Please note that this position is fully office based.
What we Offer:
- Flexitime
- 34 hour week
- Defined contribution pension
- Generous holiday entitlement: 24 days rising to 32 days plus bank and customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked)
- Free onsite parking
- Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract)
- Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract)
- Free health assessments (post probation)
The Union does not currently offer sponsorship.
The principal duties are:
- To provide support to the Union's organising agenda
- Assisting with the development of new and revised recognition agreements
- Drafting guidance to Officials and reps to assist them in the delivery of the organising agenda
- Analysing organising data across the Union
- Drafting strategies and materials for recruitment campaigns
The successful applicant will possess:
- A degree in a relevant area or equivalent experience in a research-related role in the Trade Union and Labour Movement
- The ability to develop knowledge quickly on a wide range of topics and respond to fast-moving situations
- The ability to prioritise work, including anticipating other people's timescales and demands, and have well-developed planning and organisational skills
- The ability to communicate effectively and liaise competently with officials, staff, members, and employers
- The ability to understand and consolidate complex member queries and identify the relevant information from their query to assist colleagues
- The ability to make sound judgements and know when to refer more complex queries
An application pack can be downloaded from here by clicking on the apply button. The closing date is noon on Tuesday, 21 July 2026. CVs are not accepted. No agencies please. Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Researcher (Organising) employer: USDAW
The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. Located in the vibrant Salford Quays, employees benefit from a collaborative environment that fosters growth and innovation, alongside competitive salaries and opportunities to engage in meaningful research that drives social change.
