Working Families
51-200 employees
About Working Families
Working Families is the UK's work-life balance charity. We help working parents and carers and their employers to thrive by finding a better balance between responsibilities at home and work. Our ground-breaking research and campaigns seek to change the way we live and work. Our consultants and trainers work with employers to create workplaces that enable and sustain high performance, resilience and work-life balance for everyone. Contact employers@workingfamilies.org.uk or visit www.workingfamilies.org.uk/employers for more information about our employer services. Our free Legal Helpline gives parents and carers advice on how to work with their employer to develop the flexibility they need, as well as, providing advice on employment rights such as maternity and paternity leave, rights to time off in an emergency, and parental leave. We also give advice on the tax credits and benefits that working parents can claim and provide advice on pregnancy and discrimination. By making our vision a reality, we are making practical solutions in the real world.
3 months ago
Director of Safety and Security
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Description
- The Working Families Party (WFP) is seeking a Director of Safety & Security to lead and strengthen organizational safety and defense during a pivotal period for the movement, especially ahead of the 2026 general election.
- The role involves managing digital and physical security, coordinating response strategies to threats, leading the Security Working Group, and supporting staff safety practices.
- The candidate will work closely with various internal teams and external partners, develop security policies, conduct risk assessments, and stay current on emerging threats.
- The position requires at least 5 years of experience in security or organizational operations within progressive or political settings, strong digital security expertise, and a commitment to social justice causes.
- The salary range is $95,900 - $161,000 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement options, paid time off, and remote work support.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and the organization is committed to diversity and inclusion.
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Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in organizational operations, security, community safety, or comparable work within progressive, political settings.
- Minimum 3 years of experience stewarding partnerships or participating in coalitions in the progressive or broader movement ecosystem.
- Some experience delivering effective trainings for diverse learners.
- Supervision experience or demonstrated ability to guide and train managers and director-level staff.
- Experience providing rapid response support to individuals or organizations experiencing security, harassment, or violence-related crises.
- Strong background in digital security, data privacy, and remote workplace technology.
- Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to racial justice, LGBTQ liberation, and gender justice.
- Experience handling highly sensitive and confidential information with utmost discretion.
- Understanding of security culture and strategies for risk mitigation.
- Ability to act courageously and compassionately when delivering difficult information or making rapid decisions.
- Exceptional project management skills with experience leading mixed teams of staff and consultants.
- Strong verbal, written, relational, and cross-departmental communication skills.
- High level of professionalism, emotional intelligence, and proactive communication.
- Strong time management, prioritization, and follow-through skills in complex environments.
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Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plan options
- Professional development funding
- Remote work support