BTA Recruitment – Finding the Right People for Your Charity
At BTA, we help charities find the people they need to succeed, from chief executives and senior leaders to fundraisers and interim managers. Our team brings deep experience as former charity leaders, combining insider sector knowledge with extensive networks and a database of over 14,000 candidates in the UK and internationally. With sister companies in Ireland and South Africa, we reach the best candidates across sectors to ensure your search is thorough and targeted.
We recruit from the public, private, and third sectors, and four out of five successful candidates come directly from our own database and networks, giving you access to individuals who might not be visible elsewhere. Our approach is personalised and hands-on. From shaping the job description and person specification to creating tailored recruitment materials, managing applications, coordinating interviews, participating in panels, and handling post-interview communication, we provide a complete, friendly, and stress-free service.
Your recruitment campaign is managed by experts who understand the charity sector, know what makes a great candidate, and are committed to delivering the right people for your organisation. The process starts with a call to us on 01786 542224
for a friendly, informal chat about your needs.
Learn more about some of our recruitment services below.
Executive Search
Our Executive Search service is designed for charities looking to appoint senior leaders, including chief executives and directors. Drawing on our experience at the highest levels within the sector, we combine insider knowledge with extensive networks across the charity community. We also look beyond the sector, supporting candidates transitioning from business into the voluntary sector.
Every Executive Search is tailored to the specific needs of your organisation and the role. We work closely with you to shape the campaign, offering advice on skills, salary, and candidate profiles, and guiding the pre-screening and shortlisting process.
BTA recruits around 15 charity chief executives each year, and we have successfully placed every CEO position we have managed.
Fundraisers
Fundraisers are critical to every charity’s success, and finding the right person can make all the difference. At BTA, we recruit fundraisers at all levels, from directors to officers, and understand how to match candidates to the specific needs of your organisation. We have successfully placed over 1,000 fundraising professionals, drawing on our extensive database of more than 14,000 candidates in the UK and internationally. Most successful placements come directly from our networks, giving you access to high-quality candidates who may not be visible elsewhere.
Interim Managers
When your organisation needs immediate support — whether due to staff changes, illness, or unexpected projects — BTA provides access to experienced interim managers across all disciplines, including chief executives, directors, fundraisers, and finance managers. Our interim service is cost-effective, giving you access to skilled professionals at the same cost as employing someone in a permanent role, saving you time while ensuring the right person is in place to keep your organisation running smoothly.
