Careers

Learn more about what it means to work with Brooke, including our staff benefits and our policies on diversity, equity and inclusion.

If you work for Brooke, you'll enjoy a competitive benefits package.

The People
Working alongside our passionate and dedicated staff is one of the main attractions of working at Brooke. Staff here are experts in their field, which contributes to informal learning and knowledge sharing opportunities across the organisation.

Pay and pension

• Annual review of salary in line with cost of living allowance
• Four percent employer pension contribution, rising to eight percent after one year
• Market testing UK salaries every two years.

Health and wellbeing benefits

• BUPA health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme and up to six free counselling sessions
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life assurance/death in service benefit
• Income protection up to two years for long term sickness
• Personal Accident cover
• Eye care vouchers
• Mental Health First Aiders.

Family friendly benefits

• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
• Shared parental leave.

Travel benefits

• Season ticket loan
• Travel insurance (for work-related travel)
• Vaccinations and security training (for work-related travel).

Work life balance

• 25 days' annual leave and all eight bank holidays
• Option to buy/sell up to five days of annual leave a year pro rata for part time staff
• Flexible working
• Time off in lieu.

Professional development

• Reimbursement of relevant professional membership
• Blended learning opportunities with a combination of e-learning, face-to-face and virtual classroom delivery
• Learning Pathways
• Overseas travel (if required as part of your role)
• Secondments, coaching and mentoring opportunities
• We also run workshops such as Share and Learns, Learning Circles and Focus Groups to support peer learning
• Performance Management Process includes 1-to-1s, mid year and annual reviews.

Have your say

We have a staff consultation group which meets every quarter. 

Representatives from each directorate are nominated within their own area. They meet with senior management on a quarterly basis with agenda items being raised to discuss and consider further on behalf of staff and each member. 

In addition, the senior leadership team will take the opportunity to update and consult with the staff consultation group on any organisational or policy changes being considered to get their views. 
 

Our commitment to animal welfare is deeply intertwined with our dedication to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. 

We believe that our mission to protect and advocate for working animals worldwide is strengthened by embracing the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and talents of our supporters, staff, volunteers and partners. 

We respect the inherent dignity and worth of every individual and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and heard. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms.

Project Fair is a trusted global leader in INGO HR and Reward, reshaping fair compensation across the sector. As an accredited member, Brooke is committed to the principles of fair pay:

1. Ethical reward – our reward policy is fully aligned with the organisation’s mission and values
2. Transparency – our reward is offered in a way that is transparent, evidence-based and easy to understand
3. Equity – reward given to different employees is fair, consistent, and justifiable
4. Sustainability – the cost of our reward reflects stewardship of donor funds, and as such is justifiable to donors while ensuring long-term organisational financial viability, and reward levels ensure sufficient wages for all employees in all countries

5. Compliance and Risk – our reward policy and practices meet local and international legal and regulatory requirements, while also respecting broader organisational social responsibility

    

We recognise that racism and discrimination affect too many people around the world. We are committed to fighting against racism and discrimination in all its forms, both internally and externally. 

We condemn any acts of racism, bigotry or intolerance that target or harm any individual or group. We stand in solidarity with those who are oppressed, marginalised or discriminated against because of their race or ethnicity. 

We are not only committed to words, but also to actions. We have developed and implemented policies and practices to ensure that our organisation is diverse, inclusive and respectful.

These include:

• A zero-tolerance policy for any form of racism, discrimination or harassment.
• Raising awareness, challenging biases and fostering a culture of respect and empathy.
• A recruitment and retention approach that seeks to attract and retain diverse and qualified staff, and to ensure that our staff reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
• A global safeguarding policy which is linked to our Code of Conduct and our bullying and harassment policy.

At Brooke we have a commitment to preventing and addressing any form of modern slavery, including human trafficking, forced labour or debt bondage in our operations and supply chains. 

Any staff member who is aware of or suspects any instance of modern slavery must report it immediately. We will always strive to ensure that we comply with all relevant laws and standards, and that we work only with suppliers who share our values and principles.