Start a career with Poppyscotland
Thank you for your interest in wanting to join the Poppyscotland team. We can help you develop your skills at one of Scotland’s leading charities. With us, you will be making an impact on more than just your career, you will be part of an organisation that changes people’s lives.
Our people are the foundation of our success as we rely on their sense of purpose, passion, and commitment to help support the Armed Forces community in Scotland. If you like what you hear, this could be the place for you. Our current vacancies are listed below.
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Fundraising Assistant
About the role
Contractual Hours Per Week 35
We’re looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Fundraising Assistant to join the team at Poppyscotland on a 6 month fixed term contract.
This is a hands-on role that would suit someone who’s organised, good with people, and interested in building experience across a wide range of fundraising activity. You’ll be supporting both the Events and Regional Fundraising teams, helping to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes and on the day at events.
The normal place of work for this post is New Haig House, 66 Logie Green Road, Edinburgh, EH7 4HQ. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools. Your People Manager will determine the requirements of this based on Poppyscotland policy.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
Closing Date: 10th August 2025
Interview Date: 14th August 2025
Volunteer Development Officer
Location: Primarily remote with travel, plus 1 day per week based at our Edinburgh hub (New Haig House)
Contract Type: Fixed Term: 6 Months
Hours: Full Time, 35 Hours
Salary: £29,170 to £29,980 per annum
We’re looking for a motivated and organised Volunteer Development Officer to help shape and support the volunteer journey at Poppyscotland on a 6 term contract. You’ll play a key role in recruiting, training and retaining volunteers across the country, ensuring they feel supported, informed, and recognised every step of the way.
If you’re confident working with people, skilled in juggling competing priorities, and have experience in volunteer coordination, recruitment or supporter engagement, we’d love to hear from you.
A full UK driving licence is essential, as you’ll be expected to travel across regions to attend events, deliver training and meet with volunteers. This role would suit someone proactive and empathetic, who thrives on building relationships and making a difference. Join us and help create an outstanding volunteer experience that supports our mission and strengthens our work across Scotland.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work
Regional Fundraiser
Contract Type: Fixed Term: 6 Months
Hours: Full Time, 35 Hours
Salary: £29,170 to £29,980
We’re looking for an organised and driven Regional Fundraiser to join the Poppyscotland team, focusing on the West of Scotland for 6 months on a fixed term contract.
This role is all about building strong local relationships with individuals, businesses, councils and volunteers and helping turn that support into successful fundraising activities. You’ll play a key role in supporting the Poppy Appeal, running regional events, and making sure our supporters feel valued and well looked after.
We’re looking for someone who’s confident working on their own, enjoys meeting new people, and can juggle multiple priorities without losing sight of the detail. You’ll need to be happy working flexibly this isn’t a 9–5 office job and confident travelling across your region to meet supporters and attend events. A full UK driving licence is essential.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work
Interested in volunteering?
Support our amazing team by volunteering to help us coordinate the Scottish Poppy Appeal or help out on the day at one of our year-round events.
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