BSOF Local Organiser

About this job

Are you a people person with good listening and problem-solving skills? Do you possess the determination to make a difference to people’s lives?

This role is a great opportunity to help strengthen UNISON Cymru’s work with members and workplaces across North Wales. You will support local branches to recruit new members, encourage existing members to get involved, and help people work together to address workplace issues.

You will work closely with branches to improve communication with members, support local campaigns, and help identify and develop new activists. This includes talking to members one‑to‑one, supporting recruitment activity, and helping branches gather feedback using surveys and questionnaires.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, flexible and organised, with experience of working with people and supporting groups. Experience of recruitment, organising and campaigning or similar work within a trade union or community organisation would be an advantage.

You will also need a good understanding of trade union values, and the role unions play in representing workers.

You will need to be able to travel within the region for meetings/training as required.

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the Local Organiser application form (under ‘Documents’). Please note that ONLY the Area and Local Organiser application form will be accepted. See job description and person specification (under ‘Documents’).

The completed application form along with the Recruitment and Disability Monitoring Forms should be sent to cymruHR@unison.co.uk quoting job reference R11/BSOF1T

The closing date for completed applications is Monday 25th May 2026 5pm

Interviews will be held in Abergele on Wednesday 10 th June or Thursday 11th June 2026

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.