Ara | Recovery 4 All

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Who we are

With a great team of volunteers, staff, and Board of Trustees, for over 30 years we have been providing much needed and respected services to the most vulnerable people in our communities. All of our focus is on helping people make life better for themselves, their families/friends, and the wider community. 

At Ara we know that we cannot have these great ambitions and do it alone, which is why we work hard to be problem solvers for our funders and commissioners, build trustworthy and honest relationships with our stakeholders and partners, and are ambitious for the folk we serve.

"Ara helped me go from helpless to helpful."


Are you Ara's next Development Manager?

Graham England, CEO of Ara, highlights the critical importance of this new vacancy in helping achieve the organisation’s strategic objectives and driving the growth of its services across Wales. The ideal candidate will be well-connected or eager to build relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, health boards, and criminal justice sectors. Ara prioritises work-life balance, offering a 35-hour work week and up to 32 days of annual leave. Their inclusive, supportive workplace values diverse perspectives, with a significant portion of staff having lived experience or identifying as neurodivergent. Join Ara, as a pioneer in tackling gambling harms in Wales, as they expand their services to reach even more individuals, families, and communities across the nation.

Read more about the Development Manager Opportunity in Wales

      • Support Ara’s strategic goals by identifying new business opportunities.
      • Generate leads and build relationships with customers and partners.
      • Coordinate the development of new products and services aligned with the needs of Welsh commissioners.
      • Foster innovation and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
      • Contribute to tendering and bid processes, and manage resource allocation.
      • Drive Ara’s growth by exploring new markets, revenue streams, and partnerships.
      • Maintain in-depth knowledge of the market environment, competitors, and industry trends.
      • Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team on corporate development and promotional strategies.
      • We are looking for someone with the following skills and qualities:
      • A degree (or equivalent) and strong literacy and numeracy skills.
      • Proven ability to develop strategies, meet targets, and work under pressure.
      • Experience in market appraisals, commercial negotiations, and team leadership.
      • Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
      • Ability to use data to inform strategy and decision-making.
      • Results-driven, adaptable, and capable of problem-solving on the spot.
      • Passionate about Ara’s values, motivated, and able to inspire others.
      • Professional, respectful leadership that encourages a positive team environment.
      • Lead the ongoing development of Ara in Wales, focusing on expanding service opportunities and implementing Ara Cymru.
      • Build and maintain new and existing stakeholder relationships to reach more beneficiaries.
      • Identify new business opportunities and sectors to drive growth.
      • Grow Ara’s thought leadership in tackling gambling harms.
      • Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for Ara’s services.
      • Prepare presentations and proposals for commissioners.
      • Stay informed on trends impacting the charity sector.
      • Collaborate with senior leadership and provide regular progress reports to ensure alignment with Ara’s broader goals.
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Our promise

At Ara, we want to offer more than just a good salary. We want to be employers of choice, recognised for providing an excellent and inclusive culture, development opportunities and training, support through challenging work, and much more, including:

  • Keep salaries and terms & conditions in the top quartile – we pay more for the best people
  • Free eye tests
  • Up to 32 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
  • Hybrid working options 
  • Comprehensive training and development 

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Ben Neeamuthkhan

I’m Ben, I’ve been in the recruitment industry since 2015 and I’ve been lucky to work across a number of specialisms including Marketing, Supply chain and Finance. The thing I love most about Recruitment is that it doesn’t change, at it’s core it’s all about building genuine relationships with people whether they are candidates, clients, grads or CEO’s. I have a focus on supporting the senior finance market across the South West and South Wales, I’m always keen to hear from new people so if you want to discuss anything just drop me a call.  

Contact me to apply