Recruiting | Resources Manager
Recruiting | Resources Manager
| Full Time | 37.5 Hours per week |
| Salary | £40,537.15 to £46,200.69 per annum pro rata (depending on experience) |
| Closing Date | 3rd September 2025 |
| Interview Date | TBC |
| Job Reference | RM-BDP |
| Accountable to | The Chief Executive Officer |
| Direct Report | The Support Services Team |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
About BDP:
Bristol Drugs Project (BDP) has been supporting the people of Bristol around their drug and alcohol for the past 39 years. We are committed to providing accessible and appropriate support for anyone who needs it and to reduce the harms caused by drugs and/or alcohol. Workers at BDP come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, but all share a drive to make a difference in the lives of the people we work with.
The Role
We’re looking for a dynamic, strategic and people-focused Resources Manager to lead the development and delivery of our internal systems and services at Bristol Drugs Project (BDP).
If you’re someone who enjoys improving systems, solving operational challenges, and making a lasting difference behind the scenes, this role offers the chance to do just that. You’ll play a key part in ensuring our teams are well-supported, our processes are efficient and our organisation remains a safe, inclusive and effective place to work. You’ll care deeply about the wellbeing of our staff and service users, and help build the foundations that allow them to thrive.
Purpose of the Role
The purpose of the role is to support the planning, allocation, and utilization of our organisation’s resources to ensure efficient and effective operations.
The Resources Manager will have excellent organisational skills, ensuring BDP have up to date processes and are compliant with relevant legislation and regulations.
Overseeing our internal services, you will manage a team to provide excellent support services to staff across BDP, as a foundation to ensure staff have what they need to deliver their work.
Principal Accountabilities
- Lead and improve internal systems, policies, and governance
- Oversee HR, IT, premises and health & safety support services
- Manage contracts, suppliers, and external relationships
- Support strategic planning, risk management and compliance
What we are looking for:
- A confident and adaptable leader with strong people management skills
- Proven experience improving systems and internal operations
- Excellent organisational, communication and relationship-building skills
- A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and BDP’s values
What we offer:
- 27 days annual leave yearly which increases by 1 day every year to a maximum of 32 days after 5 of service PLUS bank holidays
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Thorough line management and reflective practice programme
- Extensive and ongoing training
- Cycle to work scheme
How to apply
Please download the job description and advert here:
Then visit our Application Hub to find our application form and other helpful information to support your application.
Please refer to the person specification available within the job description when completing your application.
Questions:
If you would like an informal chat about this role, please contact Lydia Plant on 07966 080 402 .
If you have questions regarding the application process or need some support in completing your application, please email recruitment@bdp.org.uk or call 0117 987 6001 and ask for recruitment.
