About this job

UNISON, the UK’s largest trade union, needs a new Head of International Relations to lead the union’s wide-ranging international work, including, advising the General Secretary and National Executive Council, representation of UNISON at an international and national level, managing staff and developing international policy and campaigns. A sound knowledge of the international trade union movement, foreign and development policy and a good understanding of UNISON’s aims and objectives are vitally important.

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, please download and complete the General application form (under “Documents”) and the job description and person specification (under “Documents”) quoting reference: CCP/38 on your application form. 

Please note that only the general application form will be accepted.   

Completed application forms must be returned by e-mail to UNISON HR Recruitment  return email: hrrecruitment@unison.co.uk. 

Please save your documents with your full name, the job title and region/department you are apply for.

The Closing date for applications is 5pm 15 October 2025. 

The interview dates are TBC.

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.