Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.
As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.
About you:
This is a terrific opportunity to play a fundamental role as People and Culture Officer at Muscular Dystrophy UK s and help shape an exceptional employee experience.
Are you passionate about creating a workplace where people can thrive? We're looking for a proactive and confident People professional to play a key role in supporting our charity and ensuring we remain a great place to work.
* Be the go to People expert: You ll act as the first point of contact for all People queries, offering practical, solutions focused advice across the organisation.
* Own the full employee lifecycle: From recruitment and onboarding to drafting contracts and supporting exits, you'll ensure every stage is seamless and supportive.
* Champion compliance & best practice: Provide specialist guidance to departments to ensure we meet all HR, policy and regulatory requirements.
* Keep our people data strong: Support monthly People reports and metrics, including turnover, tenure, sickness, and performance trends.
* Drive operational excellence: Prepare and submit monthly payroll changes accurately and on time.
* Bring our People communications to life: Contribute to weekly internal comms, including staff newsletters, HR updates, and policy changes.
* Promote wellbeing and engagement: Help maintain accurate records, support wellbeing initiatives, and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture.
* Partner for impact: Work closely with the Head of People & Culture and hiring managers to deliver a consistent, high quality employee experience from start to finish.
Your Cover Letter Guidance
When submitting your application, please ensure your cover letter clearly demonstrates your experience in the following areas:
* End to end recruitment, including supporting hiring managers and delivering an excellent candidate experience
* Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment, using good judgement and initiative
* Confidence using a computerised HR system, including payroll functionality
* Providing clear, sensitive, and confidential HR advice
* Supporting managers with employee relations cases (absence, performance, disciplinary and grievance) and ensuring adherence to policy
Your cover letter should demonstrate how your background aligns with these criteria, using specific examples where possible.
About us:
Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.
This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won t stop until we achieve it.
Values and behaviours:
* A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity s values.
* Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
* A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
* Always demonstrate role model behaviour.
Benefits:
We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.
Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more
Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).
Closing date: Sunday,15th February 2026
NB Interviews likely to be held on Thursday, 26th February & Friday, 27th February 2026
Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities