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Careers

Careers at the Henry Smith Foundation

At the Henry Smith Foundation, we back organisations and their leaders with bold ideas dedicated to making social change now.

That starts with building a motivated, values-led team.

We’re one of the UK’s largest independent funders, with a 400-year legacy and a bold strategy for the future. Our team brings energy, empathy and expertise to everything we do and we’re united by a shared commitment to building a just society.

We’re proud to be an inclusive, values-led organisation where relationships come first and learning never stops. Whether you join us in a funding, operational or leadership role, you’ll be part of a team that’s reflective, curious and growing together.

We’re committed to equity in everything we do—including recruitment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience linked to our areas of work

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Opportunity Fund

Opportunity Fund Partnership Development Manager

Our new Partnership Development Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to support innovation, strengthen leadership and skills across the sector and support inclusion by backing leaders from under-represented communities.

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Living wage employer

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We’re a accredited Living Wage Employer meaning that every member of our team (and our contractors) earns a real living wage.

Along with thousands of other organisations, we choose to pay the real Living Wage because we believe that a hard day’s work deserves a fair day’s pay.

Benefits
We support our people to thrive at work and beyond. Here is a snapshot of what we offer:

  • Medical support

    Access to a company doctor and private medical insurance

  • Mental Health First Aiders

    Trained colleagues available for support and signposting

  • Wellbeing allowance

    We offer an annual wellbeing allowance for staff to use towards a wellbeing service of their choice

  • 24-hr counselling helpline

    Up to six free sessions via our confidential helpline

  • Enhanced pension contributions

    10% non-contributory pension after 3 months service. Employees can make additional contributions if desired.

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"I really enjoy being part of this organisation; there is a friendly atmosphere and there are lots of down-to-earth, hard working people."

Tom, Grants Officer

Professional development

We invest in our people.

From individual coaching to DEI training, mentoring and qualifications, we support our staffs professional development.

We also run team lunches, all-staff learning events, and a year-round People and Culture programme designed to keep us connected and inspired.

Culture and Values
Our values inform the people and organisations we partner with and how we work with one another.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into every facet of our work.

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Governance
We aim to be transparent in how we work, how decisions are made and how we’re accountable.

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