Operations Executive

30,200 plus benefits

Reports to: Business Systems and Operations Manager

Directorate: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement

Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week

Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)

Closing date: 19th April 2026 23:55

Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.

Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.

Recruitment process: Competency based interview

Interview date: Week commencing 27th April

At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.

Were looking for an inspiring Fundraising Campaigns Operations Executive to deliver exceptional operational support across fundraising campaigns, events, and giving platformsensuring effective processes, data and financial management.

This role will support us with enabling the success and innovation of fundraising initiatives across the organisation with seamless collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

What will I be doing?

Co-ordinate the operational set-up and delivery of fundraising campaigns and events, including fulfilment coordination, supplier liaison, supporter data processes, and internal briefings.

Support the Operations Manager with identifying opportunities to simplify or optimise operational approaches, embedding feedback and best practices to evolve ways of working and drive things forward for the Do Proposition and wider department as part of cross team working.

Support the continuous improvement and documentation of systems, workflows, and reporting tools to enhance efficiency and operational quality across fundraising activity.

Manage day-to-day financial operations such as raising purchase orders, receipting payments and managing invoices.

Ensure all products in the Do Proposition are set up with appropriate supporter and income data processes in line with Team standards, GDPR and data governance requirements. This may involve management of registrations for some products.

Build strong relationships across teams to support knowledge sharing, internal communications, and F&EP wide Operations collaboration through the Community of Practice.

Travel to team meetings and events as required, as well as any other tasks deemed necessary to support the Do Proposition

What are we looking for?

Proven ability to drive process improvements and proactively solve problems.

Strong organisational and administrative skills; comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement.

Experience with financial administration and supplier coordination.

Sound knowledge of data protection practices and an eye for detail.

Comfortable working with technical systems and tools including Excel.

Embraces change and continuous learning with flexibility and professionalism.

Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.

Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination

Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism

Human : Act to have a positive impact on people

Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively

Were looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.

If youre interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience wed still love to hear from you.

What will I gain?

We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.

You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page .

How do I apply?

We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we wont be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.

For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us at recruitment@cancer.org.uk .

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Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented.

We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or 0 20 3469 8400 as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.