Job opportunities

The Kennel Club is committed to activities that promote the culture of equality of opportunity. We recognise the worth of every individual and appreciate the benefits to be gained from making full use of people's talents to enhance our business performance.

We are committed to ensuring that recruitment, selection, training, development and promotion procedures result in no job applicant or employee receiving less-favourable treatment on the grounds of:

• race
• age
• gender reassignment 
• religion or belief
• disability
• marriage or civil partnership
• sex
• sexual orientation 
• pregnancy or maternity

The Kennel Club's objective is to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and otherwise treated solely on the basis of their relevant aptitudes, skills and abilities. All employees are responsible for ensuring that our equal opportunities policy is adhered to.

To work for The Kennel Club you need to be passionate about making a difference for dogs. We believe that the unique skills and dedicated work of our staff should be rewarded. Below are some of the benefits we offer our staff:

Salary

We offer salaries that reflect the market we operate in and regularly check ourselves against similar roles in other organisations.

• Employer pension contributions double the percentage of your plan earnings, up to 8%
• Life assurance equivalent to three times your basic salary (two times your basic salary for non-pension scheme members)

Work-life balance

• 23 days annual leave, increasing up to 27 days, in addition to statutory holidays. Staff may also receive additional days for any approved business closure days over the festive period in December
• Option to buy up to five days of annual leave per year
• Flexible working – formal and informal flexible working arrangements. The options available will depend on individual circumstances, and the demands and priorities of the department in which employees are based
• Family leave; including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, parental and dependant leave
• Sabbatical leave

Health and wellbeing

• Healthcare cashback programme with a fixed contribution paid for by The Kennel Club
• Free eye tests with a voucher towards the cost of your spectacles
• Employee assistance programme, providing access to independent advisors and counsellors for staff and their immediate families
• Occupational health which we can refer staff if there are any health concerns
• Flu vaccination vouchers
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme

Learning and development

We aim to create an environment where individuals are able to take responsibility for their own learning and development; an environment which recognises learning as an important element of organisational and individual achievement. We aim for continuous improvement in everything that we do.

• Dedicated Senior Learning and Development Officer
• Learning Management System which consists of over 500 courses
• Open Training Programme with a spectrum of both in-house and external courses, comprising both practical skills and personal development opportunities which are supported by access to internal coaching
• Financial support for professional and vocational qualifications, with five days' study leave provided
• Free access to The Kennel Club Library and Art Gallery

Financial Benefits

• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Lifestyle discounts via our EAP and healthcare cashback programme
• Discounts on The Kennel Club products and services
• Complimentary staff tickets to Crufts and Discover Dogs

Recognition

• Referral program – we are constantly looking for ways to attract and recruit the best talent possible who share our core values and aspirations
• Values nomination – we encourage colleagues to nominate individuals and teams who they believe have displayed behaviour that demonstrates The Kennel Club values
• Long service - to show our appreciation, staff would receive monetary rewards and a thank you card from our Chief Executive for their 10, 20 and 25 years’ service milestone

At The Kennel Club we promote and encourage our oneKC values.  They are called ‘oneKC’ because we believe that all employees are integral in embedding our values in the culture of the organisation.

Our oneKC values are:

Respect

Recognise and appreciate the value that each person contributes and treat each other with dignity.

Growth

Everyone is open to learning and adapting to new challenges and opportunities.

Teamwork

Our collective ambition can only be achieved by supporting, sharing and working together as oneKC.

Ownership

We accept the responsibility for our decisions, workload, and the way we interact with others.

Excellence

We take pride in our work. We aim high and celebrate excellence in achieving and surpassing our goals.

Future Focused

The world is changing faster than ever before. We must be future focussed to remain relevant, impactful and inclusive.

The purpose of our values is to:

• Create a shared set of behaviours
• Help build a common purpose that we stand for
• Enable more transparency and consistency across the breadth of our work
• Provide guidance – we are more likely to make the right decisions in the right way and achieve our vision and goals
• Deliver a stronger framework for recruitment, progression, feedback – the ‘how’ is as important as the ‘what’

Marketing Operations Assistant
Marketing and Communications
London Office and Home Based
Permanent - Full Time

An opportunity has arisen in the Marketing Department for a Marketing Operations Assistant.

About The Kennel Club

Formed in 1873, The Kennel Club celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. We exist to make a positive difference for dogs and their owners. Our key areas of activity include:

• Helping potential dog owners find the right dog for them, and work with the dog breeding community to ensure those dogs are healthy and happy.
• Supporting dog owners to access high quality training and pet insurance and provide a range of advice and support to help ensure the ongoing wellbeing of dogs.
• Working with breeders, judges, competitors and exhibitors to organise world-class events and to develop the resources they need to thrive.

The primary objective of The Kennel Club is to improve in every way the welfare, health, and general wellbeing of all dogs throughout their lives, by means of various research and educational programmes, and our Charitable Trust. The Kennel Club is an organisation committed to promoting and protecting dogs’ varied roles in society and defending the interests of all dog owners.

What the role involves

Supporting the marketing team in their daily operations, from responding to
inbound requests for collateral to assisting in campaigns centred around
acquisition, retention and creating brand exposure.
Managing and responding to marketing requests from internal stakeholders.

• Developing marketing literature where appropriate.
• Supporting in updating content on our website.
• Supporting the Senior social media Officer in the management of our channels.
• Editing marketing assets using Photoshop; and having experience in video would be desirable.
• Supporting with e-mail and copy developments on an ad-hoc basis.
• Supporting with presentations and budget tracking.
• Taking a lead role in internal communications plans and content delivery.
• Conducting market research whilst being proactive with developments and trends, which need to be monitored and share back with the team.

The ideal candidate will

• Have relevant qualifications such as Media, Design, Marketing, or Business Studies.
• Have demonstrable skills in Martech, including Google Suite and Hootsuite.
• Have experience in general marketing operations.
• Attend events and support in posting content.
• Be proactive, detail oriented, and have attention to detail.
• Assist the marketing team in the creation of assets where possible.
• Be prepared for occasional conduction of presentations.
• Curate social posts for closed member groups on request.
• Provide general support at events.
• Perform ad-hoc marketing tasks, coordinating events, tracking budget and report collation.

The ideal candidate should be collaborative and able to build rapports with an action orientation mindset and appetite to find solutions. The ideal candidate would have some experience in marketing and is looking to build on their foundation as part of an engaged and talented team. For this role, having attention to detail with exceptional organisation and project management skills will be essential.

What we can offer a Marketing Operations Assistant

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid Working (London office and homebased)
• Generous Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance and Healthcare Cash Plan
• Interest Free Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Free Fruits
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day each year, up to a maximum of 27 days.

It's an exciting time to join The Kennel Club as we begin the next stage in our journey,
ensuring that we adapt and remain future focused, while retaining and celebrating our
heritage.

The Application Process

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete our equal opportunities monitoring form send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for this role via email. Further information can be requested from this email address.

Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted on a rolling basis.

Please be advised that if you are a member of The Kennel Club and are successful in
your application you will be required to relinquish your membership

HR Consultant
Human Resources Department
London Office and Homebased
Temporary Full Time – 6 months

An opportunity has arisen in the HR Department for a temporary, 6-month HR Consultant.

Formed in 1873, The Kennel Club celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. We exist to make a positive difference for dogs and their owners. Our key areas of activity include:

• Helping potential dog owners find the right dog for them, and work with the dog breeding community to ensure those dogs are healthy and happy.
• Supporting dog owners to access high quality training and pet insurance and provide a range of advice and support to help ensure the ongoing wellbeing of dogs.
• Working with breeders, judges, competitors and exhibitors to organise world class events and to develop the resources they need to thrive.

The primary objective of The Kennel Club is to improve in every way the welfare, health, and general wellbeing of all dogs throughout their lives, by means of various research and educational programmes, and our Charitable Trust.

The purpose of the role:

This role is an interim opportunity for 6 months to support The Kennel Club through a period of change. This would be an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR Consultant with proven complex employee relations experience to support the organisation through this busy period. The role will work closely with the HR Department to assist with providing a professional and effective service for The Kennel Club.

What the role involves:

• Responsible for advising on complex employee relations cases.
• To assist the HR department with multiple ongoing projects, with a particular focus on managing change.
• Act as a point of contact for employee and manager inquiries and concerns and assist in resolving HR related issues in compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.
• To assist with and take responsibility for recruitment and selection campaigns at the London Office and offer proactive recruitment, assistance when required at our Aylesbury Office.
• To assist with the monthly payroll when required and the processing of employee benefits.
• To provide support with the yearly training program and the creation and development of courses for The Kennel Club Learning Management System.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven understanding and application of current UK employment law.
• Solid experience of managing employee relations.
• Hold a CIPD professional qualification, level 5 and above.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Experience of deploying HR change initiatives across a diverse group of employees.
• Previous experience of managing and collaborating on HR projects.

We are looking for an experienced HR Consultant who can join our busy team and hit the ground running with multiple ongoing projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build relationships with key stakeholders within the organisation. A background within an established and historical organisation would be beneficial, as would the ability to influence and manage varying personalities.

What we can offer an HR Consultant:

• Competitive Salary
• Hybrid Working (Office and Home Based)
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Free fruits
• Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day after every full year of service up to a maximum of 27 days

It's an exciting time to join The Kennel Club as we begin the next stage in our journey, ensuring that we adapt and remain future focused, while retaining and celebrating our heritage.

The application process:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete our equal opportunities monitoring form, send your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for this role to this email address by 15 December 2023. Further information can be requested from this email address.

Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis so apply now to avoid disappointment. Please be advised that if you are a member of The Kennel Club and are successful in your application you will be required to relinquish your membership