Who we are
Runspire Nottingham is a fast-growing, community-focused charity dedicated to promoting fitness, wellbeing, and mental health through running, walking, and Nordic walking programs. Founded by Paul Hopkins, we have already made a significant impact across Nottingham and are now preparing to expand further.
With an ambitious 3-year business plan, we aim to expand into 15 new locations across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Our mission is to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to adopt ac
The role
Trustee Opportunity – Business Development Mentor for Growth Strategy
Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (Hybrid options available) Role Type: Voluntary
About Us: Runspire Nottingham is a fast-growing, community-focused charity dedicated to promoting fitness, wellbeing, and mental health through running, walking, and Nordic walking programs. Founded by Paul Hopkins, we have already made a significant impact across Nottingham and are now preparing to expand further.
With an ambitious 3-year business plan, we aim to expand into 15 new locations across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Our mission is to empower individuals from diverse backgrounds to adopt active lifestyles, improving their health and wellbeing in supportive, inclusive environments.
Runspire Nottingham operates as a not-for-profit organization, reinvesting surplus funds to encourage participation and train members as leaders and mental health champions.
Charity Number: 1202920
NCVO Member Number: [Insert NCVO number]
Annual Turnover: [Insert turnover figure]
Region: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, and Derbyshire
About the Role: We are seeking a trustee with business development expertise to work closely with Paul Hopkins, Founder of Runspire Nottingham, and our board. This role is an exciting opportunity to help shape and execute our 3-year growth strategy, ensuring sustainability and long-term impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with Paul Hopkins to deliver our business plan and growth strategy.
Provide strategic and operational advice to ensure scalability and sustainability.
Support partnership development, funding strategies, and operational scaling.
Monitor performance targets and milestones during expansion.
Act as an ambassador and champion for Runspire Nottingham’s vision and mission.
Skills and Experience Required:
Proven experience in business development, scaling operations, or project delivery (charity or commercial).
Strong local connections in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire (preferred).
Hands-on approach with a willingness to work closely with the founder and board.
Passion for community development, wellbeing, and fitness.
Experience in fundraising, governance, or operational management is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to work directly with our founder and play a pivotal role in delivering an ambitious growth strategy. You’ll make a lasting impact, shape the future of a community-driven charity, and gain valuable governance experience.
Key Dates:
Closing Date: Monday, 27th January at 12pm
Interview Dates: Week commencing 3rd February
How to Apply: If you’re excited about this opportunity and want to be part of something inspiring, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact: Paul Hopkins, Founder of Runspire Nottingham
Email: Paul@runspirenotts.com
Phone: 07482 717972 / 0115 9648255
