About this job
Our public services are under major threat. Our members are working under extreme pressure and UNISON is actively campaigning for services and jobs. We are seeking two local organisers to recruit, organise and work on a range of projects to support our campaigns. This role will focus on recruiting, retaining and organising members who work across the Yorkshire & Humberside region.
The successful candidate will bring their experience and skills in one-to-one communications, recruitment, organising and campaigning. Previous experience as a recruiter, organiser and campaigner within a trade union or community organisation would also be desirable. You will also need to demonstrate a knowledge of trade unionism and our union’s values. Your office will be in Leeds but you will be expected to travel across the Yorkshire & Humberside Region.
The successful candidate will need to be flexible with their working hours. Reaching members can be challenging during “office hours” so the successful candidate may be required to work in the evening, early mornings and occasionally at weekends.
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Area and Local organiser application form referring to the job description and person specification (both under “Documents”)
Please note that only the Area and Local organiser application form will be accepted . CVs will not be accepted.
The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring should be sent to y_hpersonnel@unison.co.uk by the closing date of 5pm on Thursday 15 January 2026
quoting reference: R13/99 R13/100 on your application form.
It is anticipated that interviews will take place on 4 February 2026, and possibly 5 February 2026 in Leeds
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.
About UNISON
UNISON is the UK’s leading public services trade union, with over 1.3 million members working in the public sector, private, voluntary and community sectors and in the energy services. We employ approximately 1,200 staff, with around 370 at our national centre in Euston in central London and the remainder in our 12 regions across the UK, including Northern Ireland.
UNISON is a dynamic, progressive union, committed to equality. We encourage men and women of all ages, Black and minority ethnic groups, disabled people, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people to work with us.