Applications to join the April 2027 cohort of the Associate Programme are now open. Register your interest and apply now!
On Purpose is tackling the greatest challenge of our time: transforming our economy from profit to purpose. By developing purpose-driven leaders, we help transform organisations, and together, build an economy that works for people and planet.
Together, we learn to see a different future and take action towards realising it in the organisations we work in. Our programmes seed a vibrant community who care, inspire, challenge and support one another as we make this transformation a reality.
Ready to build a career with impact? Our year-long leadership programme offers paid placements in organisations leading purpose-driven work, weekly in person training and regular 1:1 coaching and mentoring. You'll develop the skills, experience, mindset and network to transform organisations and our wider systems, while joining a community that will support and challenge you throughout your year and career.
Need experienced capacity to help you deliver impact and build momentum? Whether you're tackling a strategic challenge, launching a new initiative, navigating change or building the evidence needed to unlock future investment, we connect organisations with exceptional mid-career professionals who bring the experience, fresh perspectives and strategic capability to make an immediate difference. While working with you, Associates benefit from a sector-leading learning and development programme and get a wealth of support from our team, coaching, mentoring and a diverse peer network.
We were founded in London in 2009. We are based at Impact Hub London Euston where we work alongside other purpose-driven organisations.
On Purpose has been in Paris since 2013. We're based in the social enterprise hub Lut'ESS, a thriving community of social enterprises.
We are based in the heart of Kreuzberg working alongside social start ups and more established social enterprises.
“I thought it was a brilliant, life-changing year and I am so pleased to be part of this network going forward.”
George Brown
October 2023 Fellow
“We are always impressed with the calibre of the On Purpose Associates and how they can jump right in and add value from day one. At Sustainable Ventures we are committed to growing the green economy and green skills so we are always happy to be part of our Associates' career transition. We have found that the Associates we've taken on have left a lasting legacy on Sustainable Ventures.”
Sustainable Ventures
Host organisation
“The programme has been such an amazing experience for me! Having known that I wanted to get into the impact space but not feeling fully equipped to do so; On Purpose has given me the support and the tools to feel more confident in taking this next step in my career.”
Sophie Turner
April 2022 Fellow