Director – Santander Foundation UK
We are an independent Foundation founded in 1990, closely connected to Santander UK. After a recent strategy review, we have a renewed focus and ambition. Our new mission is to support young people, primarily aged 16‑19, in the Further Education system. This is an underfunded area, and there is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in creating change for some of the most disadvantaged young people in the UK.
Role Overview
* The Director will lead the Foundation through a period of strategic implementation, translating our strategy and ambition into practice.
* You will further hone and deliver a strategy that seeks to achieve meaningful change for young people in FE facing significant disadvantage.
* Alongside the board, you will shape our grant‑making, operations, partnerships and external profile to deliver impact and champion commitment to achieving change for young people in FE.
* You will be the Foundation’s first and leading senior executive in this new strategic era, working closely with the board and establishing the operational model.
* You will recruit and manage a small, expert team and maintain a close relationship with Santander UK.
* You will bring an entrepreneurial mindset, strategic leadership, deep expertise, operational excellence and a values‑led, inclusive approach.
Application Package
* Your CV.
* A covering letter (max 2 pages) or video/audio (max 5 minutes) telling us:
o Why this role interests you.
o How your experience and skills relate to the new strategy of the Foundation.
o What you would bring to the Foundation.
Key Dates
* Application deadline: 10 am, 28 November 2025
* First round interviews: 15 December 2025
* Final interviews: 12 January 2026
To apply, please send the above materials via email as indicated on the application portal.
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