Pathaway Fund
The following role profile sets out the focus on capital mobilisation, investment execution and delivery of our Fund Manager Incubator programmes that strengthen Pathway's institutional capability. Role profile : Senior Investment Manager Reports to : Chief Executive Officer Location : London Contract : Permanent Salary : £58k - £65k Purpose of the role Following the Board's sign-off of our Investment Strategy, the Senior Investment Manager will lead the implementation phase. The role focuses on: Mobilising capital for Pathway asset classes and Fund Manager Incubator (FMI) programme funds, Executing investments and overseeing portfolio management, and Projects that advance Pathway Fund's mission, organisational capability, and external profile. This role combines investment leadership with FMI programme management, delivery & oversight. Key responsibilities 1. Capital mobilisation and investment execution Lead fundraising and capital deployment for Pathway's Asset Class and FMI programme funds. Manage investor relationships, due diligence, and reporting to ensure confidence and accountability. Oversee execution of approved investment strategy, portfolio management, and risk oversight. Engage external advisors, consultants, and asset managers to support high-quality decision-making. Produce regular performance and impact reports for the CEO, Investment Committee, and Board. 2. FMI programme leadership Lead the FMI Programme, ensuring its successful development, delivery, and evolution as a cornerstone of Pathway's 2030 strategy. Drive specific initiatives critical to delivering Pathway's 2030 strategy, primarily focusing on FMI 3.0 and evolving the FMI programme for future versions. Develop Pathway's specific approach to and role in community asset acquisition models. Develop and adapt the FMI model to deploy intermediary upskilling frameworks and programmes as soon as funding is unlocked. Work cross-functionally with programme, operations, and communications teams to embed the FMI Programme and ensure successful delivery. Establish key milestones and performance indicators for the FMI Programme, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and impact goals. Act as a lead custodian of the FMI Programme, ensuring its successful evolution and embedding across Pathway's wider strategic and investment activities while strengthening the organisation's long-term institutional capacity and sector leadership. 3. External representation and partnerships Represent Pathway Fund externally, articulating its investment and strategic approach to investors, partners, and sector stakeholders. Build strategic alliances with funders, intermediaries, and government bodies to advance mission-aligned investment opportunities. Contribute to thought leadership, publications and policy insights. 4. Organisational capability Oversee investment operations, reporting, and monitoring systems. Supervise investment and project deliverables, budgets, and milestones. Support staff development and training in investment, impact finance and project management. Provide strategic input to organisational planning, leveraging insights from both investment and strategic projects. Success indicators (First 12-18 Months) Initial Asset Class capital commitments secured and pipeline established. FMI 3.0 and future iterations delivered to agreed milestones. Investment Committee fully operational with regular performance reporting. Organisational systems strengthened to support efficient investment and project delivery. Pathway's reputation as a leading racial equity investment wholesaler reinforced through external engagement. Candidate profile Essential experience Senior experience in investment management, fundraising, or strategic finance. Demonstrated success in leading multi-stakeholder programmes or strategic initiatives. Proven track record in capital mobilisation and portfolio management. Strong stakeholder management and influence at senior levels. Advanced analytical, financial modelling, and reporting capabilities. Desirable experience Experience in racial equity, social impact investing, or community wealth-building contexts. Familiarity with fund design, programme delivery, and organisational development projects. Exposure to policy, advocacy, or thought leadership in inclusive finance. Skills and attributes Strategic, innovative, and delivery-oriented. Excellent communicator and collaborator. Comfortable leading across organisational boundaries and driving change. Deep commitment to Pathway's mission of racial equity and community wealth building. Reporting and governance framework Advisory support: Works with Investment Committee, Endowment Advisory Group (Brain Trust) and external advisors. Internal collaboration: Works across programme, operations and communications teams to embed strategic initiatives. Please note: Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
The following role profile sets out the focus on capital mobilisation, investment execution and delivery of our Fund Manager Incubator programmes that strengthen Pathway's institutional capability. Role profile : Senior Investment Manager Reports to : Chief Executive Officer Location : London Contract : Permanent Salary : £58k - £65k Purpose of the role Following the Board's sign-off of our Investment Strategy, the Senior Investment Manager will lead the implementation phase. The role focuses on: Mobilising capital for Pathway asset classes and Fund Manager Incubator (FMI) programme funds, Executing investments and overseeing portfolio management, and Projects that advance Pathway Fund's mission, organisational capability, and external profile. This role combines investment leadership with FMI programme management, delivery & oversight. Key responsibilities 1. Capital mobilisation and investment execution Lead fundraising and capital deployment for Pathway's Asset Class and FMI programme funds. Manage investor relationships, due diligence, and reporting to ensure confidence and accountability. Oversee execution of approved investment strategy, portfolio management, and risk oversight. Engage external advisors, consultants, and asset managers to support high-quality decision-making. Produce regular performance and impact reports for the CEO, Investment Committee, and Board. 2. FMI programme leadership Lead the FMI Programme, ensuring its successful development, delivery, and evolution as a cornerstone of Pathway's 2030 strategy. Drive specific initiatives critical to delivering Pathway's 2030 strategy, primarily focusing on FMI 3.0 and evolving the FMI programme for future versions. Develop Pathway's specific approach to and role in community asset acquisition models. Develop and adapt the FMI model to deploy intermediary upskilling frameworks and programmes as soon as funding is unlocked. Work cross-functionally with programme, operations, and communications teams to embed the FMI Programme and ensure successful delivery. Establish key milestones and performance indicators for the FMI Programme, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and impact goals. Act as a lead custodian of the FMI Programme, ensuring its successful evolution and embedding across Pathway's wider strategic and investment activities while strengthening the organisation's long-term institutional capacity and sector leadership. 3. External representation and partnerships Represent Pathway Fund externally, articulating its investment and strategic approach to investors, partners, and sector stakeholders. Build strategic alliances with funders, intermediaries, and government bodies to advance mission-aligned investment opportunities. Contribute to thought leadership, publications and policy insights. 4. Organisational capability Oversee investment operations, reporting, and monitoring systems. Supervise investment and project deliverables, budgets, and milestones. Support staff development and training in investment, impact finance and project management. Provide strategic input to organisational planning, leveraging insights from both investment and strategic projects. Success indicators (First 12-18 Months) Initial Asset Class capital commitments secured and pipeline established. FMI 3.0 and future iterations delivered to agreed milestones. Investment Committee fully operational with regular performance reporting. Organisational systems strengthened to support efficient investment and project delivery. Pathway's reputation as a leading racial equity investment wholesaler reinforced through external engagement. Candidate profile Essential experience Senior experience in investment management, fundraising, or strategic finance. Demonstrated success in leading multi-stakeholder programmes or strategic initiatives. Proven track record in capital mobilisation and portfolio management. Strong stakeholder management and influence at senior levels. Advanced analytical, financial modelling, and reporting capabilities. Desirable experience Experience in racial equity, social impact investing, or community wealth-building contexts. Familiarity with fund design, programme delivery, and organisational development projects. Exposure to policy, advocacy, or thought leadership in inclusive finance. Skills and attributes Strategic, innovative, and delivery-oriented. Excellent communicator and collaborator. Comfortable leading across organisational boundaries and driving change. Deep commitment to Pathway's mission of racial equity and community wealth building. Reporting and governance framework Advisory support: Works with Investment Committee, Endowment Advisory Group (Brain Trust) and external advisors. Internal collaboration: Works across programme, operations and communications teams to embed strategic initiatives. Please note: Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Pathaway Fund
About Pathway Fund Pathway Fund is a social investment organisation working to create a more equitable economy and improve access to capital for Black and Ethnically Minoritised communities and organisations. Our work spans investment, community development, social enterprise and community wealth building. We are entering an important period of growth and need to communicate more clearly and confidently who we are, what we stand for and the difference we make. Role profile: Head of Communications & Engagement Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Location: London Contract: Permanent Salary: £58k - £65k About the role As Pathway's most senior communications leader, the Head of Communications & Engagement will shape our organisational narrative and lead our communications, storytelling and engagement strategy. You will turn complex ideas, investment activity, evidence and community experience into compelling stories for communities, staff, trustees, funders, investors, government and partners. You will strengthen Pathway's profile, build meaningful stakeholder relationships and help colleagues become confident ambassadors for our work. This is a strategic leadership role requiring sound judgement and hands-on delivery. You will work collaboratively across Pathway and with external support, while retaining ownership of our voice, narrative, brand and engagement approach. Policy leadership sits separately from this role. Key Responsibilities Communications Strategy and Leadership Develop and deliver an organisation-wide communications and engagement strategy aligned with Pathway's objectives. Set clear priorities, audiences, messages and channels, and establish effective communications systems, governance and performance measures. Advise the CEO, Board and senior leadership on communications, reputation, stakeholder engagement, risks and opportunities. Brand, Narrative and Storytelling Own and strengthen Pathway's narrative, brand and positioning across all communications. Turn complex investment activity, programme evidence and impact data into clear and compelling stories for different audiences. Develop high-quality content across digital, social, print, film, publications and events. Centre community voices through ethical and authentic storytelling, including the experiences of Black and Ethnically Minoritised communities involved in community-led housing, community assets and wealth building. Internal and External Communications Lead internal communications that connect colleagues with Pathway's mission, strategy and impact, equipping staff and trustees to act as confident ambassadors. Lead external communications, media activity, thought leadership and major organisational announcements. Build Pathway's profile and strengthen its reputation across social investment, community development, community wealth building and racial equity. Stakeholder and Community Engagement Build meaningful relationships with communities, government, public bodies, funders, investors, media, partners and sector organisations. Develop engagement plans that strengthen influence, support investment opportunities and advance Pathway's mission. Create genuine two-way engagement, enabling communities to shape Pathway's narrative and tell their own stories. Ensure communications are accessible, culturally informed and relevant to diverse audiences. CEO and Board Support Act as senior communications adviser to the CEO and Board. Prepare speeches, presentations, briefings, key messages and talking points. Support high-profile engagements and advise on the external stakeholder environment. Organisational Capability and Delivery Build communications capability across Pathway through guidance, coaching, tools and practical support. Commission and manage agencies, freelancers, suppliers and the communications budget. Combine strategic leadership with hands-on writing, coordination and delivery. Key Relationships Internal: CEO, Board and Chair, senior leadership team, programme and investment teams, and colleagues across Pathway. External: Communities and community organisations, funders, investors, government and public bodies, media, strategic partners, and communications and public affairs advisers. Candidate profile You will bring: Significant senior-level experience in communications, engagement, public affairs, marketing or a related field. A strong track record of developing and delivering communications strategies in a complex or mission-driven organisation. Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear, accessible and compelling content. Experience shaping organisational narratives, building reputation and delivering content across digital, social, print and events. Experience developing genuine two-way engagement with communities and stakeholders. Confidence advising senior leaders and boards, managing sensitive communications and building relationships across sectors. Experience managing agencies, suppliers and communications budgets. Strategic judgement combined with a practical, delivery-focused approach. Strong relationship-building, political awareness and digital communications capability. A collaborative, community-centred approach and commitment to racial and economic equity. Knowledge of social investment, community development, community wealth building, community-led housing, social enterprise or the VCSE sector would be advantageous. Experience working with Black and Ethnically Minoritised-led communities or organisations is particularly welcome, but sector knowledge is not a substitute for strong communications and engagement capability. Personal Qualities We are looking for someone who is: Mission-driven and committed to racial and economic equity. Collaborative, curious and an excellent listener. Authentic, credible and able to challenge constructively. Politically and culturally aware. Comfortable with change and ambiguity. Pragmatic and able to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. What Success Will Look Like Within the first 12 months, the successful candidate will have: Established a clear communications and engagement strategy. Strengthened Pathway's narrative, profile and reputation. Developed consistent, high-quality communications and ethical community storytelling. Built stronger relationships with priority communities, funders, investors, government and partners. Improved internal engagement and communications capability across Pathway. Established effective systems and measures for communications performance. Developed the narrative and stakeholder proposition around community-led housing, community assets and community wealth building for Black and Ethnically Minoritised communities. You will work collaboratively across Pathway and with external support, while retaining ownership of our voice, narrative, brand and engagement approach. Policy leadership sits separately from this role. Recruitment and Inclusion This is a storytelling role, and candidates will be assessed on their ability to apply their skills in practice. The recruitment process will include a practical exercise assessing strategic judgement, writing, storytelling, audience insight and delivery. Pathway welcomes applicants from backgrounds underrepresented in senior leadership and people with lived experience of the inequalities we seek to address. We are committed to fair, inclusive and accessible recruitment, and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the process. How to Apply Applications should be sent using the apply link before 5:00pm on 14 October 2026.
About Pathway Fund Pathway Fund is a social investment organisation working to create a more equitable economy and improve access to capital for Black and Ethnically Minoritised communities and organisations. Our work spans investment, community development, social enterprise and community wealth building. We are entering an important period of growth and need to communicate more clearly and confidently who we are, what we stand for and the difference we make. Role profile: Head of Communications & Engagement Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Location: London Contract: Permanent Salary: £58k - £65k About the role As Pathway's most senior communications leader, the Head of Communications & Engagement will shape our organisational narrative and lead our communications, storytelling and engagement strategy. You will turn complex ideas, investment activity, evidence and community experience into compelling stories for communities, staff, trustees, funders, investors, government and partners. You will strengthen Pathway's profile, build meaningful stakeholder relationships and help colleagues become confident ambassadors for our work. This is a strategic leadership role requiring sound judgement and hands-on delivery. You will work collaboratively across Pathway and with external support, while retaining ownership of our voice, narrative, brand and engagement approach. Policy leadership sits separately from this role. Key Responsibilities Communications Strategy and Leadership Develop and deliver an organisation-wide communications and engagement strategy aligned with Pathway's objectives. Set clear priorities, audiences, messages and channels, and establish effective communications systems, governance and performance measures. Advise the CEO, Board and senior leadership on communications, reputation, stakeholder engagement, risks and opportunities. Brand, Narrative and Storytelling Own and strengthen Pathway's narrative, brand and positioning across all communications. Turn complex investment activity, programme evidence and impact data into clear and compelling stories for different audiences. Develop high-quality content across digital, social, print, film, publications and events. Centre community voices through ethical and authentic storytelling, including the experiences of Black and Ethnically Minoritised communities involved in community-led housing, community assets and wealth building. Internal and External Communications Lead internal communications that connect colleagues with Pathway's mission, strategy and impact, equipping staff and trustees to act as confident ambassadors. Lead external communications, media activity, thought leadership and major organisational announcements. Build Pathway's profile and strengthen its reputation across social investment, community development, community wealth building and racial equity. Stakeholder and Community Engagement Build meaningful relationships with communities, government, public bodies, funders, investors, media, partners and sector organisations. Develop engagement plans that strengthen influence, support investment opportunities and advance Pathway's mission. Create genuine two-way engagement, enabling communities to shape Pathway's narrative and tell their own stories. Ensure communications are accessible, culturally informed and relevant to diverse audiences. CEO and Board Support Act as senior communications adviser to the CEO and Board. Prepare speeches, presentations, briefings, key messages and talking points. Support high-profile engagements and advise on the external stakeholder environment. Organisational Capability and Delivery Build communications capability across Pathway through guidance, coaching, tools and practical support. Commission and manage agencies, freelancers, suppliers and the communications budget. Combine strategic leadership with hands-on writing, coordination and delivery. Key Relationships Internal: CEO, Board and Chair, senior leadership team, programme and investment teams, and colleagues across Pathway. External: Communities and community organisations, funders, investors, government and public bodies, media, strategic partners, and communications and public affairs advisers. Candidate profile You will bring: Significant senior-level experience in communications, engagement, public affairs, marketing or a related field. A strong track record of developing and delivering communications strategies in a complex or mission-driven organisation. Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear, accessible and compelling content. Experience shaping organisational narratives, building reputation and delivering content across digital, social, print and events. Experience developing genuine two-way engagement with communities and stakeholders. Confidence advising senior leaders and boards, managing sensitive communications and building relationships across sectors. Experience managing agencies, suppliers and communications budgets. Strategic judgement combined with a practical, delivery-focused approach. Strong relationship-building, political awareness and digital communications capability. A collaborative, community-centred approach and commitment to racial and economic equity. Knowledge of social investment, community development, community wealth building, community-led housing, social enterprise or the VCSE sector would be advantageous. Experience working with Black and Ethnically Minoritised-led communities or organisations is particularly welcome, but sector knowledge is not a substitute for strong communications and engagement capability. Personal Qualities We are looking for someone who is: Mission-driven and committed to racial and economic equity. Collaborative, curious and an excellent listener. Authentic, credible and able to challenge constructively. Politically and culturally aware. Comfortable with change and ambiguity. Pragmatic and able to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. What Success Will Look Like Within the first 12 months, the successful candidate will have: Established a clear communications and engagement strategy. Strengthened Pathway's narrative, profile and reputation. Developed consistent, high-quality communications and ethical community storytelling. Built stronger relationships with priority communities, funders, investors, government and partners. Improved internal engagement and communications capability across Pathway. Established effective systems and measures for communications performance. Developed the narrative and stakeholder proposition around community-led housing, community assets and community wealth building for Black and Ethnically Minoritised communities. You will work collaboratively across Pathway and with external support, while retaining ownership of our voice, narrative, brand and engagement approach. Policy leadership sits separately from this role. Recruitment and Inclusion This is a storytelling role, and candidates will be assessed on their ability to apply their skills in practice. The recruitment process will include a practical exercise assessing strategic judgement, writing, storytelling, audience insight and delivery. Pathway welcomes applicants from backgrounds underrepresented in senior leadership and people with lived experience of the inequalities we seek to address. We are committed to fair, inclusive and accessible recruitment, and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the process. How to Apply Applications should be sent using the apply link before 5:00pm on 14 October 2026.
