The Chief Operating Office brings together HR, Finance, General Counsel and Technology to maximise the value of our resources across the charity. The directorate leads operational transformation and shapes an employee experience that supports an inclusive, agile organisation. It acts as the hub for effective operational management, ensuring we govern, prioritise and work efficiently.
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The Marketing, Fundraising and Engagement directorate inspires millions to join our mission to beat cancer and helps position Cancer Research UK as the leading charity brand with the best supporter experience. As we fund around half of all publicly funded cancer research in the UK, we rely on the public’s support — and these teams play a vital role in engaging people meaningfully and driving our fundraising.
The Philanthropy directorate is one of the UK’s leading philanthropic fundraising teams, bringing together talented specialists across fundraising and operations. The team is building momentum towards a £250m campaign focused on the Francis Crick Institute, Cancer Grand Challenges and our Future Leaders programme. They work with major philanthropists and global partners to drive transformative investment in cancer research.
The Policy, Information and Communications directorate works to remove the barriers that prevent new innovations in cancer prevention, diagnosis and care from reaching people. The teams use their expertise and the voices of people affected by cancer to help ensure the UK’s cancer care and innovation ecosystem is world‑leading and benefits everyone. They also provide high‑quality cancer information to millions, including through our cancer information nurses.
The Research and Innovation directorate ensures our scientists and clinicians have the freedom, tools and support to pursue ground‑breaking ideas and deliver research that benefits patients and populations. Its ambition is to be the world’s leading cancer research and innovation organisation. By bringing together the right people and building the capacity to do extraordinary work, the directorate helps drive progress.
Retail is a vital part of Cancer Research UK, with our superstores and shops providing major fundraising income and a place for people to connect with our brand and mission. A retail career here has purpose — it’s a vibrant, varied environment where people take pride in knowing their work helps change lives, including their own.
The Strategy team leads the charity’s corporate strategy and works with more than 120 partners and philanthropists worldwide, with significant potential for deeper collaboration. By working more closely with governments, businesses, philanthropists and other non‑profits, the team helps pool resources, skills and knowledge so every pound goes further.
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