Job Description

The Role

We're looking for a Branch Manager with proven success in the charity sector and a strong focus on income generation. You'll play a key role in giving animals a second chance by managing our day-to-day operations, leading our teams and driving new revenue streams.

Managing our independent charity, you'll work closely with its Trustees to grow our profile, build sustainable income and act as the main point of contact for our staff, the public, partners and volunteers.

This is a varied, hands-on role with plenty of autonomy -- no two days are the same.

About Us

RSPCA South West London branch is an independently registered charity based in Wandsworth, SW18.

Our mission is to make sure that all animals have a good life, by rescuing and caring for those in need, by speaking on behalf of all animals and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect.

Your Key Responsibilities

Lead income generation:

Oversee shop operations, online sales, grants and fundraising efforts to maximise revenue.

People management:

Line-manage shop, sales and welfare staff, oversee budgets and staff performance and ensure targets are met.

Expand fundraising:

Maintain existing and identify new income streams including grants, campaigns, events and donor engagement.

Branch operations:

Manage day-to-day administration, compliance, health and safety, communications and volunteer coordination.

Promote our mission:

Support local outreach, animal welfare work, and public engagement through social media and community partnerships.

You'll Bring

? Strong background in income generation, budgeting and team leadership.

? Proven experience and effectiveness in the charity sector.

? Excellent people skills -- comfortable managing staff and volunteers.

? Self-starter with great organisation, adaptability and problem-solving ability.

? Passion for animal welfare and alignment with the RSPCA's mission.

? Competent with digital tools (Google Workspace, Canva, Microsoft Offi ce).

? Over 18 with a full UK driving licence and able to travel regularly around the branch area.

? GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent functional skills).

What We Offer

? Flexible working week.

? Workplace pension and staff discounts.

? 24/7 free staff wellbeing support.

? Ongoing training and career development.

? A rewarding role where your work directly helps vulnerable animals.

Ready to drive change and raise vital funds for animal welfare? Apply today

Email an up to date CV and a cover letter detailing how your experience and skills fi ts with each of the key role responsibilities to the email below. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered for an interview.

Subject: Branch Manager

Email: laura@rspca-southwestlondon.org.uk

Additional Information

Applications for the position will remain open until we have found a suitable applicant, therefore we recommend applicants apply early, as we do expect a high volume of interest in the position.

There will be a probation of three months for the selected candidate.

Our branch area currently covers SW11 1-3, SW15 1-6, SW18 1-5, SW19 1, SW19 3-8, SW20 0, SW20 8-9, SM1 1-4, SM2 5-7, SM3 8-9, SM4-6, SM5 1-4, SM6 0, SM6 7-9, KT4 7-8.

We strongly believe in being an innovative, diverse, and inclusive organisation and recognise that diversity in all our people will help achieve that purpose and our mission more effectively. We actively encourage and seek applications from a wide diversity of candidates.

In order to comply with legal requirements, we ask all potential candidates to provide their eligibility to work in the UK as part of the selection procedure. If you are invited to an interview, you will be asked to bring the appropriate original documents with you.

Organisation type: CIO Registered Charity 1209355

The position is being recruited for by the RSPCA South West London Branch CIO registered charity number 1209355 and not the National RSPCA.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Health & wellbeing programme Work from home
Application question(s):

The role is home-based but regular travel within the South West London/Surrey area is required. Do you live locally to our area?
Experience:

income generation: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, SW18 4JB