ClientEarth

Salary: £38,341 Location: London Contract Type: Indefinite Hours: Full Time Closing Date: 3 September 2025 First Interview Dates: Week beginning 22 September 2025 About the role We have a great job opening in our Grants team at ClientEarth! As Grants Officer you will work in our Grants Team to manage a portfolio of grants that fund our organisation s work. ClientEarth s Development Department is responsible for raising and managing funds to enable the organisation to deliver its mission using the power of the law to bring about systemic change that protects the earth for, and with its inhabitants. The department is formed of several fundraising strands: a Grants Team and a Business Development Team that manage and secure funding from trusts, foundations, and institutional donors; and a Philanthropy Team, working with a wide range of individuals and organisations to raise primarily unrestricted gifts to support ClientEarth s work. Meet your Manager In this role, you will be managed by Lydia Baker. Lydia joined ClientEarth in August 2024 and in her role as a Grants Manager is responsible for managing relationships with key funders. Lydia has worked in the NGO sector for over eight years and has expertise in a variety of functions including grant management, programme management, communications and monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning. On a day-to-day basis you will work closely with Lydia as part of an established Grants Team that sits within the Development Department at ClientEarth. Main Duties Funding portfolio management - Have a close and in-depth knowledge of their grants portfolio, including a sound understanding of the philanthropic, institutional and statutory funding mix; Internal and external communications - Meet with Trust, Foundation and Institution portfolio managers to discuss proposals, provide updates on the programmatic work, and to formally report back on financial, organisational and technical issues; Project management - Effectively manage reporting and the grant renewal process from start to completion including working with multiple teams across ClientEarth s European and international offices to ensure input from all avenues to complete proposals and reports in a timely and high-quality manner; and Financial planning and budget handling - Work with Finance and Programmes staff to develop individual budgets for funding proposals Systems and processes - Maintain funder database systems (Raiser s Edge) and other organisational databases (SharePoint) on a daily basis See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role. Role requirements Experience of working in a grant management or project management role for a charity, NGO, private or public entity Experience of reporting to private foundations including trusts Experience drafting proposals and securing funding from foundations and other funding institutions Experience and knowledge of budgeting, and organisational (e.g. not for profit/charity) finances See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role. We are also advertising another role in our Grants team for a Grants Manager. Please feel free to review the role here: ClientEarth Careers Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified . If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply. Further Information Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more. Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ. ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more. Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK. ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties

Salary: £50,331 gross per annum Location: London Contract Type: Indefinite Hours: Full Time Closing Date: 8 September 2025 About the role Join ClientEarth as our next Grants Manager and play a vital role in securing the resources that power our mission to protect people and planet. In this role you will lead on renewing and managing income from major trusts, foundations, and institutional funders, while building strong relationships with some of our largest and most strategic partners. The role also offers the chance to help shape and deliver our fundraising strategy across Europe, the US, and Asia. Meet your Manager You will be managed by Jamil De Dominicis. Jamil joined ClientEarth in 2019 and is based in London. As Global Head of Grants, he leads the Grants Management team and oversees ClientEarth s grants income from trusts, foundations and other statutory and institutional funders. Prior to joining ClientEarth, Jamil worked in various policy, research and grant management roles at the international affairs think tank Chatham House and the National Foundation for Youth Music. Main Duties Manage a portfolio of grants from key Trusts, Foundations and statutory funders. Ensure that funders are aware of project performance, and that ClientEarth s implementation is always in compliance with grant agreements. Develop and produce well researched and comprehensive proposals and reports to existing donors that meet funding priorities and requirements, within the submission deadline and oversee the coordination of Programme, Development and Finance teams as required for effective grant management. Work closely with the Global Head of Grants, Grants Management Lead and wider Development Leadership on budget forecasts and donor pipeline to ensure effective, joined-up cultivation of prospects and income generation. Oversee, review and, as appropriate, sign off on the work of line managed staff (including reports, proposal, and other written material for internal and external purposes). Support the Global Head of Grants to develop and implement the team s annual planning and wider fundraising strategy. See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role. Role requirements Significant and demonstrable experience of working in a fundraising, grant management or a project management role for a charity, NGO, private or public entity (essential) Significant experience of drafting complex proposals for trusts, foundations and statutory institutions and securing multi-year, six and seven-figure grants (essential) Experience of successfully managing donor relationships, from cultivation to stewardship encompassing both personal engagement with funders and/or coordinating the input of colleagues from across the organisation (essential) Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with ability to foster positive working relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, including and especially with funders (essential) See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role. We are also advertising another role in our Grants team for a Grants Officer. Please feel free to review the role here: ClientEarth Careers Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified . If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply. Further Information Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more. Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ. ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more. Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK. ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.

Head of European Financial and Economic Systems ClientEarth is seeking a London or Brussels based strategic legal professional to lead our work on transforming financial and economic systems across Europe. As Head of Financial and Economic Systems, you'll guide a team of 23 legal experts and 4 team leads working across financial regulation, trade, corporate governance, and related fields. This role is about impact-using legal tools to drive change that benefits people and the planet. You will set priorities, shape legal strategies, and support our team leads in delivering work that holds governments and markets to account. We're looking for someone with deep expertise in financial or economic law, a talent for leadership, and a commitment to systemic change. You'll help steer our European work while contributing to our global mission through close collaboration with colleagues worldwide. Main Duties Co-creates Regional Programme Strategy Regional Programme Delivery Impact & Learning People Leadership Financial Leadership External Leadership & Partnerships Role requirements Law degree or other legal qualification Substantial strategic leadership and senior management experience which includes people, financial and multiple project management Substantial and demonstrable experience and working knowledge of financial and economic systems in Europe, strong knowledge of the local political and cultural context in one or more countries in the region Strong commitment and understanding of environmental issues, and a demonstrated track record in driving positive change for the environment Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified . If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply. Further Information Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more. Flexible working : We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more as well as our flexible working FAQ. ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. See our equity, diversity and inclusion journey page for more. Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK or Belgium. ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties

Are you passionate about using your global strategic development and fundraising expertise to make a meaningful impact on the planet? Join ClientEarth, a leading environmental law charity, as our Global Head of Grants. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the heart of our mission, leading ClientEarth's global fundraising team to drive income growth. Global Head of Grants In this key role, you'll help ensure ClientEarth's continued success in environmental protection and policy advocacy. By leading the management of ClientEarth's grants income from trusts, foundations and other statutory and institutional funders, the Global Head of Grants will play a vital part in expanding the organization's initiatives, advancing its legal and policy work, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability. Meet your Manager In this role, you will be managed by Hannah Braithwaite. Hannah leads fundraising efforts for ClientEarth and is accountable for all organisational income. Hannah has worked in fundraising for more than a decade, specialising in raising significant funds for international nature and climate causes, and has held senior leadership positions for the past 5 years. Main Duties Drive the implementation of fundraising strategies targeting global Trusts, Foundations, and Governments. Take the lead on managing ClientEarth's grant relationships across all fundraising regions. Oversee the Grants Management Team, providing effective line management and ensuring that Leads, Managers, and Officers are supported and empowered to take charge of their respective funding portfolios. Role requirements Extensive experience in grant management and contract oversight with complex funders. Strong understanding of foundation, institutional, and statutory income streams, as well as financial processes. Proven expertise in managing multi-year and seven-figure grant proposals from trusts, foundations, and/or institutional funders. ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds. Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the United Kingdom.