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’

Job Details:

Fixed Term - 12 months - Full Time

Location: London/Hybrid

Closing date: 27 June 2025

Do you want to be part of a historic change and make dog tails across the UK wag with this exciting change? Do you think you have the skills and enthusiasm to give the Kennel Club more bite with it's brand and fancy the challenge of revitalising a historic brand and bringing a new one to life?

We are looking for a Project Manager - Brand to join us on a 12-month fixed term contract basis to work as part of the Marketing and Comms team. 

Reporting to Executive of Marketing and Communications, the Project manager will manage the implementation of our brand strategy. As Project Manager of the brand project, you will play a pivotal role in managing the remaining implementation phase and in ensuring a seamless transition to business as usual. You will champion and promote our new brand and will proactively engage with our network to maintain enthusiasm and enable the consistent application of our brand standards.
 

About the Role: 

This is a dynamic and multifaceted role, requiring a strategic thinker with exceptional organisational, engagement and communication skills. 

You will be responsible for: 

• Budget Management: Overseeing the overall brand programme budget, including meticulous tracking and control of costs, ensuring adherence to agreed allocations.
• Stakeholder Management: Serving as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and facilitating communication between Project Managers and the Brand team and ensuring communications with our brand agency are clear and actions followed up.
• Project Management & Reporting: Providing matrix management to the Head of PMO and change, reporting on project progress, and proactively managing issues, risks, and dependencies.
• Communication & Engagement: Facilitating regular communication, organising catch-up meetings, channel updates and addressing blockers.
• Ongoing Project Coordination: Tracking project plans, chasing deliverables, and managing project related administration.

What you'll bring: 

To be successful in the role of Senior Project Manager - Brand, you will bring strong project management experience, ideally having led the delivery and transition/closure stages of a large scale and complex change project. Experience in implementing rebrands or working on brand, marketing and / or physical asset replacement projects would be an advantage. 

You must also be able to demonstrate extensive experience within engagement focused roles, along with: 

• Exceptional stakeholder management and engagement skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
• Strong negotiation skills
• A proven ability to manage complex budgets and deliver projects within financial constraints.
• Experience in managing external suppliers and working with procurement functions
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and tenacious approach.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt to diverse audiences.
• Process driven, autonomous, and highly organised with a strong attention to detail.
• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience of closing a project and transitioning to business as usual.
• The ability to work well within a team but also on own initiative.

If you are a dynamic and results oriented project manager with a passion for brand and a proven track record of success, we want to hear from you! 

What we’re looking for in our Brand Project Manager: 

- Experience in delivering a complex brand programme 

- Experience in project planning and resourcing 

- Experience of budget management 

- Experience working in the charity sector and/or a volunteer-based organisation 

- Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working 

- An influential and persuasive communicator with the ability to communicate with people at all levels within the organisation 

- Strong Microsoft Office skills 

- Proven ability to work on own initiative, accurately and under pressure 

- A flexible and adaptable individual with a hands-on approach 

Equal Opportunities & Diversity 

The Kennel Club welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010.  

Do you want to be part of building and growing events at the Royal Kennel Club as well as ensuring our guests have a memorable and first class experience? If so, we have an opening in our Club and Membership Department for an experienced Events Manager based at our beautiful office in Mayfair.

What the role involves:

• Providing a warm and professional welcome to all guests and members upon arrival, creating a positive first impression and serve as the main point of contact for all enquiries and resolving issues promptly and diplomatically.
• Planning, designing, and producing a variety of events from initial concept through to completion.
• Overseeing and organising all logistical aspects and managing all event details including dealing with any issues and emerging problems on the event day.
• Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to understand event objectives and tailor services accordingly.
• Providing personalised recommendations based on members’ preferences.
• Cooperating with marketing and PR to promote and publicise the event.
• Assisting with special requests and arrangements
• Maintaining clear, timely communication before, during, and after events to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and partners to support seamless event delivery.
• Ensuring all events comply with health and safety regulations, licenses, and internal protocols.
• Managing event budgets, tracking spending, and identifying opportunities for efficiency and value improvement.
• Conducting market research, gathering information, and negotiating contracts prior to closing any deals.
• Gathering and analysing feedback from clients, guests, and team members post-event to assess success.
• Proposing ideas to improve services

What you'll bring to the role:

• Proven experience as an Event Organiser, Concierge or similar role
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Customer service orientation.
• A degree in hospitality management, public relations, or a relevant field is preferred.
• Excellent influencing skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Equal Opportunities & Diversity 

The Kennel Club welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. All appointments will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process. In line with the Equality Act 2010.  

Are you a proactive, solution-focused professional with a passion for managing property and maintaining high-quality facilities? We’re looking for a dedicated Property and Facilities Manager to oversee the efficient operation, maintenance, and compliance of our sites across the UK. This is a key role, offering the opportunity to shape and enhance the environments where our members, tenants and people work and thrive.

The purpose of this role is to be the first point of contact for building-related matters but a key part of the role is ensuring that facilities meet government regulations, health and security standards, and energy efficiency requirements.

What the role involves:

• Leadership and Team Management including reporting to COO and other stakeholders on a regular basis. 
• Ensuring Health and Safety compliance throughout all building to protect tenants, members and employees
• Planning and supervising building maintenance activities and liaising with external contractors and service providers.
• Oversight of property maintenance, repairs, refurbishments and renovations, ensuring work is completed to high standards.
• Preparing budgets and monitoring costs, ensuring cost control and value for money. 
• Liaising with tenants and other stakeholders 
• Ensuring compliance in all areas including sustainability 

What you will bring to the role: 

• Proven experience as a facilities manager or similar role, preferably in a multi-site environment.
• Strong knowledge of building maintenance, repair, and safety procedures.
• Understanding of legal requirements and regulations related to health, safety, and the environment.
• Must have achieved or studying towards an IOSH or NEBOSH qualification or an equivalent qualification such as IWFM.
• Previous experience of managing budgets.
• Good understanding of IT solutions
• Excellent time management and organisational skills 

Equal Opportunities and Diversity

The Kennel Club welcomes applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. All appointment will be made on merit, following a fair and transparent process in line with the Equality Act 2010.