Small Charity Recruitment
Specialists in recruitment for small charities
Championing small charities across the UK doing big things
At Aquilas, we believe that grassroots and community-based organisations are at the forefront of real change and we’re here to help you find the people who will help you thrive.
We support charities with an income of up to £1 million, offering a personal, values-led recruitment service to recruit the best CEOs and senior leaders for your charity.
Who we work with
- Charities supporting local communities
- Carers organisations and health charities
- Mental health and social justice groups
- Faith-based and membership organisations
- Grassroots, regional and volunteer-led charities
Thoughtful recruitment
At Aquilas, we know that recruiting the right chief executive, senior leader, or trustee is a critical step in setting your organisation up to thrive.
We understand that:
- This may be your first time working with a charity recruitment agency
- You may be seeking candidates who are both strategic thinkers and hands-on
- Your organisation’s culture and impact are just as important as skills and experience
Our personal tailored approach ensures we find the right person the first time. Someone who aligns with your values and can lead your mission forward with confidence.
We recruit for:
- Chief Executive Officers
- Trustees and Chair
- Interim Roles
- Fundraising, Income and Comms Role
- Operations, HR, and Support Functions
“Aquilas were professional and supportive in helping us shape the brief to attract quality candidates for our Chief Executive role. They were responsive and their processes were thorough and efficient. We had a strong shortlist and have made an excellent appointment. We would certainly recommend their services and consider using them again in the future.”
Talk to us
Kieran McGorrian
Head of Not for Profit Practice
I’m an experienced recruiter who is passionate about building long-term partnerships with great organisations with a social purpose. With over 15 years’ recruitment experience within the not for profit sector, I recruit leadership roles for diverse organisations across a wide range of markets including the charity, education, cultural and heritage sectors.
Some of my recent fundraising placements include the Director of Income Generation at Ray’s for Sunshine, Director of Income Generation at Cransley Hospice, Head of Fundraising at Zoe’s Place, Head of Fundraising at Bliss, Head of Fundraising at Gingerbread, Head of Fundraising at Defeating Deafness, Head of Individual Giving at Royal British Legion, Head of Corporate Partnerships at Save the Children, and Head of Fundraising at Tropical Forest Trust.
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