Job Description
Are you a strategic leader capable of driving the Recovery Services initiatives and contribute to the overall strategy at the countrys largest Armed Forces charity?We have a unique and exciting opportunity for a Head of Recovery Services to join our team at the Royal British Legion. Work alongside senior internal, external, and high profile partners to shape exceptional Recovery Pathways tailored to beneficiary needs.The Royal British Legion's Recovery Services provide high impact and class leading Recovery support programmes to the Armed Forces Community, utilising sport, art, well-being and ongoing programmes and pathways to support serving personnel and veterans with their Recovery from psychological and physical injury.Key responsibilities of the role: Develop and implement Recovery strategies and plans on a needs led, data driven and insight basisContinuously enhance and evolve our Recovery Services to meet the changing needs of our beneficiariesOversee the development of the RBLs Recovery Centre and lead the Recovery Senior Leadership TeamLead on the Team UK delivery model and programme, including as Chef dMission for the Invictus GamesAn enhanced DBS check and full UK driving licence are required for this role.You will bring with you proven leadership and management skills in a similar organisation. Knowledge and expertise of business planning, performance management as well as delivering exceptional customer care is a must.
You will have strong communication skills and be able to build strong and positive relationships.You will be contracted to our Hub in at Lilleshall in Newport, Shropshire. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, but with a minimum expectation of three days per week connecting directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.Employee benefits include: 28 days paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working daysGenerous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your roleEmployee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal adviceRange of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectivesOpportunities to volunteerTravel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s).
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.TPBN1_UKTJ