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Membership Recruiter (Charity Fundraiser)
If you’re a vibrant, engaging and resilient person looking to join in the nationwide efforts to defend nature, in a role with exciting earning potential, keep reading!
What you’ll do
As one of our Membership Recruiters, you’ll represent your local Wildlife Trust at a variety of pre‑booked venues and events, inspiring people to support vital conservation work through monthly direct debit donations.
If you thrive on meeting diverse audiences, enjoy being out and about in lively locations, and want every working day to feel different — we’d love to meet you.
What we offer
💰 Pay
Uncapped commission, with fantastic earning potential — our top performers regularly earn £40+ per hour
Average earnings around £17.00 p/hr (FTE £32,000)
£15.00 p/hr minimum rate for your first 60 days
£13.00 p/hr minimum safety‑net rate thereafter
📄 Contract
A permanent, part‑time contract designed to fit around your lifestyle.
You’ll work three days per week at venues and events arranged by our friendly in‑house Venue Coordination Team.
Expect to work weekends and bank holidays, as these are the busiest times — ideal for meeting more people and maximising your earnings.
🎓 Training
We provide full, paid training from day one.
Our weekly induction includes four days of training at our head office and out in the field.
Who You Are
You’ll thrive in this role if you:
Hold a valid driving licence and have access to a car/van (essential)
Have the legal right to work in the UK (essential)
Can work regular weekends and bank holidays
Are warm, friendly, confident and great at engaging with all types of people
Have strong communication skills, including spoken and written English
Are happy working outdoors in all weather and prefer the field to a desk
Are comfortable working toward realistic targets/KPIs
Care deeply about protecting wildlife and wild places for future generations
Positions available in:
📍 Berkshire
📍 Buckinghamshire
📍 Essex
📍 Hertfordshire
📍 Leicestershire
📍 Lincolnshire
📍 Nottinghamshire
📍 Oxfordshire
📍 Warwickshire
We believe in supporting our team with meaningful benefits that reflect the value of your work:
💸 Quarterly Bonus Scheme – Rewarding your impact every few months
🏖️ 21 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays – Pro-rata for part-time roles
🏦 Pension Scheme – Helping you plan for the future
🚗 Travel Contribution – 35p per mile from home to venue
🎒 Full Recruiter Kit Provided – Includes charity-branded uniform, gazebo, display materials, and electronic device
💬 Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support when you need it
📚 Access to Our Training Hub – Learn, grow, and develop your skills
🤗 Friendly & Supportive Back Office Team – We’ve got your back
🌟 Highly Rated on Indeed – Don’t just take our word for it!
🎁 What You’ll Get
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🎁 What You’ll Get 〰️
What kind of person makes a great Membership Recruiter?
Retired / semi retired people looking for a new challenge or to use skills from their career.
Self employed people wishing to supplement their income with an employed role.
Parents needing flexible hours around childcare.
People passionate about wildlife who would love to share this with others.
People from a sales or professional fundraising background.
Anyone who is comfortable chatting to people and travelling to a variety of places... and who would like to give it a go!
What Happens Next
If this sounds like a role you’d love, we can’t wait to hear from you!
Please send your CV and covering letter to HR@wildlifefundraising.org
If shortlisted, your application will be passed to your local Team Leader, who will contact you to discuss the role, answer any questions, and guide you through the next steps.
We’re excited to meet you and hope you’ll join us in defending the wildlife and wild spaces we all care about.
Contact us
📧 HR@wildlifefundraising.org
📞 07305 000394 (Recruitment)
🌿 When we act together, we can #DefendNature.
When we act together, we can #DefendNature
FAQs
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Once you apply with your CV and covering letter, our Recruitment team will review your application and pass it to your local Team Leader. From there, you’ll be contacted directly for a phone or video chat, followed by an informal interview. Our inductions are held weekly, so if you are successful at interview you could start as early as the following week!
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As a Membership Recruiter, you’ll be assigned to pre-arranged venues and events by our Venue Coordination team. Your day will begin with travelling to the location, bringing along your full recruiter kit. Once there, you'll set up an eye-catching and engaging stand to help draw people in.
The core of your role will be speaking with members of the public, sharing the work of the local Wildlife Trust, and inspiring them to support our mission by signing up for a monthly direct debit donation. At the end of your shift, you’ll pack down your kit and take it home, ready for your next event.
This is a varied and rewarding role that takes you to different locations each day—perfect for someone who enjoys meeting new people, being out and about, and making a real difference for nature.
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While previous experience in professional fundraising, sales, or customer-facing roles can be an advantage, it’s not essential. What we’re really looking for are vibrant, engaging individuals who are confident speaking to a wide range of people.
Full training will be provided—so what matters most is your passion for nature, strong communication skills, and the ability to connect with others in a friendly and authentic way.
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Yes, the Membership Recruiter position is a permanent, part-time role. You'll be employed directly by us, working 3 days per week (18 hours total) at a range of venues arranged by our dedicated Venue Coordination team.
Weekend and bank holiday availability is essential, as these are typically our busiest and most successful days for member sign-ups!
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This is a field-based role, so travel is a key part of the job. You’ll be working at a range of venues across your home county, as well as neighbouring counties where we operate. Currently, we work in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Leicestershire & Rutland, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, and Warwickshire.
Our Venue Coordination Team will usually assign you to venues within an hour’s travel from your home address, although this can vary depending on many factors such as where you live and the availability of venues and events in your area
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This role offers uncapped commission with excellent earning potential—our top performers earn over £40 per hour. During your first 60 days, you’ll receive a guaranteed minimum of £15.00 per hour. After that, a safety net of £12.50 per hour remains in place to provide stability, though average earnings typically sit around £17 per hour (equivalent to approximately £32,000 full-time). In addition, we offer a quarterly bonus scheme to reward consistent performance and results.
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Yes! We pay a travel contribution of 35p per mile for every mile you travel between your home and your assigned venue / event.
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You won’t work every weekend day, but weekend availability is essential. Saturday and Sunday are peak times for footfall at venues, and they’re your best opportunities to connect with potential supporters and boost your earnings.
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From day one, you’ll receive comprehensive, paid training to set you up for success. This begins with a 4-day induction: the first day is completed online, followed by a day at our head office. You’ll then spend two days in the field, shadowing an experienced Team Leader or recruiter. Beyond your induction, you'll have access to our online Training Hub, ongoing coaching, and dedicated support from your Team Leader throughout your time with us.
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Absolutely! We’re proud to support internal progression, and many of our current Team Leaders and long-standing staff began their careers as Membership Recruiters. As you grow in confidence and consistently perform well, there may be opportunities to move into mentoring, training, or leadership roles within the team.
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We’ll provide everything you need to succeed, including:
· Charity-branded uniform
· Gazebo and display materials
· Electronic tablet for sign-ups
· Leaflets and info packs
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While a passion for nature is important, you don’t need to be an expert. We’ll give you all the training and resources you need to confidently talk about the work of the Wildlife Trusts and how our members make a real difference for wildlife and wild places.
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It is an essential requirement for our Membership Recruiters to have a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. Our Membership Recruiters work at various events and venues, some an hour or more away from their home addresses. In addition, they are required to transport their recruiter kit and equipment with them to and from each venue/event. The recruiter kit consists of large/heavy items such as a gazebo, table, display boards and other items. This role is therefore not compatible with public transport.