Director of Engagement and Influence

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Director of Engagement and Influence

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OverviewWe are looking for our first Director of Engagement and Influence — a pivotal new role that will shape how Social Finance shares its voice, builds powerful partnerships, and strengthens our impact in the UK and internationally.

The Role

Develop and lead our external engagement strategy, working closely with our Board and senior leadership team.

Strengthen Social Finance’s reputation as a

trusted partner and credible voice

in social impact investment and health and social care.

Build collaborative, senior-level relationships across government, the NHS, civil society, and the private sector.

Champion our insights and evidence in key policy debates and decisions.

Identify and create opportunities to

scale solutions and mobilise resources

for systemic change.

Your primary focus will be

social impact investment and health and social care , but you’ll also connect across our other priority areas —

children and young people, employment and skills , and

housing and homelessness .

This is a highly outward-facing role for a strategic leader who can represent Social Finance with confidence, diplomacy, and vision.

About YouWe are seeking a

strategic, curious, and collaborative leader

with:

A proven track record of shaping partnerships and influencing policy at senior levels.

A strong understanding of

UK health and social care policy , with the ability to build knowledge across a wider portfolio.

Excellent relationship-building skills, with the credibility to engage at the highest levels across sectors.

A commitment to sharing networks and opportunities to advance our mission.

Your background might be in government, the NHS, consultancy, or the non-profit sector — what matters most is your ability to bring

insight, empathy, and authenticity

to the role.

Our ValuesOur work is guided by four principles:

Impact at scale

– creating long-term, sustainable change with partners.

Equity and inclusion

– ensuring social change closes gaps rather than widens them.

Innovation and learning

– combining creativity with evidence to pioneer new solutions.

People and purpose

– recognising that lasting change is driven by people, and investing in them.

We are deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion — both in our work and in our team. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and value leaders who bring diplomacy, compassion, and authenticity to their work.

Why Join Us?This is a rare opportunity to help shape the next chapter of Social Finance’s story. As our first Director of Engagement and Influence, you will play a central role in making Social Finance the

partner of choice for social impact investment and delivery , mobilising resources to improve lives and drive systemic change.

If you are inspired by the challenge of using finance and innovation to build a

fairer, more equitable society , we would love to hear from you.

How to applyTo download a full copy of the candidate brief and learn more about the role, please click the ‘Apply’ button, where you will be redirected to the website of our recruitment partner, Tall Roots. Applications should include a CV and covering letter. If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email Mark Crowley at Tall ..... full job details .....