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Merrifield Consultants is delighted to be partnering with a leading children's charity to find their new Individual Giving Manager, who will be responsible for leading and developing the organisation's Individual Giving programme, driving supporter acquisition, retention and stewardship activities to generate sustainable income growth. This is a key fundraising role with responsibility for delivering supporter engagement strategies, managing fundraising campaigns and strengthening long-term relationships with supporters. Job Title: Individual Giving Manager Organisation: Children's Charity Salary: 36,000 - 40,000 Office Location: North London Contract: Permanent, Full-time Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home Our client is a highly respected children's charity providing specialist support to children, young people and families facing significant challenges. The organisation has experienced sustained growth in recent years and is committed to delivering outstanding services whilst continuing to expand its reach and impact. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious fundraising team at a time of continued investment and development. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and delivery of the organisation's Individual Giving programme, driving supporter acquisition, retention and lifetime value. Develop and implement supporter engagement and stewardship strategies that strengthen relationships and increase supporter loyalty. Manage regular giving recruitment activity, including agency relationships and supporter acquisition campaigns. Deliver integrated digital fundraising campaigns to attract, engage and retain supporters. Work closely with fundraising and data colleagues to develop effective segmentation strategies and supporter journeys. Oversee lottery and other individual giving products, identifying opportunities to increase participation and income. Monitor and evaluate fundraising performance, using insight and analysis to optimise future activity. Manage Individual Giving budgets and produce performance reports against agreed income targets. Collaborate across fundraising, communications and engagement functions to maximise supporter engagement opportunities. Line manage and support a direct report, fostering professional development and high performance within the team. Skills and Experience: Proven success managing Individual Giving programmes and delivering supporter income growth. Strong experience of supporter stewardship, acquisition and retention strategies. Experience developing and delivering digital fundraising campaigns. Knowledge of CRM systems, supporter segmentation and data-led fundraising approaches. Experience managing fundraising budgets and analysing campaign performance. Excellent project management and organisational skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Experience managing external fundraising suppliers or agencies would be advantageous. Previous line management experience is desirable. A passion for delivering excellent supporter experiences and creating meaningful engagement opportunities. If you're an experienced Individual Giving professional looking for a role where you can make a tangible difference whilst developing innovative supporter engagement programmes, we'd love to hear from you. If you're interested in finding out more, or applying for the role, please contact Stuart Milliner at Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

Merrifield Consultants is delighted to be working with an international humanitarian charity to recruit a Senior Individual Giving Manager. The charity has increased its Individual Giving income considerably in recent years and is now investing in further growth. This role will take responsibility for the Individual Giving programme, with a particular focus on recruiting regular donors, improving supporter retention and making sound decisions about where to invest. You will manage the Individual Giving team and work closely with Communications colleagues to plan campaigns, develop digital fundraising and turn public engagement into lasting financial support. Senior Individual Giving Manager Salary: 47,021 to 54,335 Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week Location: London with flexible hybrid working. Responsibilities Set and deliver a multiyear Individual Giving strategy focused on sustainable income growth. Grow the Regular Giving programme through digital acquisition, face to face fundraising, telemarketing and other direct marketing activity. Improve welcome, conversion, reactivation and stewardship journeys to increase retention and donor value. Oversee cash appeals and the continued development of mid value and legacy fundraising. Manage a substantial seven figure budget, reforecast income and expenditure, and assess campaign performance against return on investment. Lead and develop the Individual Giving team, manage agency relationships and report clearly to senior colleagues. Work closely with Communications and digital colleagues on integrated campaigns and supporter mobilisation. About You You will have substantial Individual Giving experience and a record of increasing income or growing a donor base. You should have: Experience of donor acquisition and retention across digital and direct marketing channels. A clear understanding of Regular Giving, supporter journeys and lifetime value. Strong budget management and forecasting skills, including experience of assessing return on investment. Experience of managing staff, agencies and suppliers. The confidence to make strategic decisions while remaining involved in campaign delivery. A collaborative approach and the ability to work closely with Communications, digital and data colleagues. Working knowledge of relevant fundraising regulation and data protection requirements. Experience of international or humanitarian fundraising would be useful but is not essential. The charity is looking for someone with strong Individual Giving foundations, sound judgement and the ambition to build on an established programme. The organisation offers flexible working hours, a generous employer pension contribution, private medical insurance and a health cashback scheme. To apply or to discuss the role in confidence, please contact Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

Senior Partnerships Manager - South of England Salary: 48,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent Location: Hybrid - London office with travel across the South of England (minimum eight office/collaboration days per month) Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with BookTrust , the UK's largest children's reading charity, to recruit a Senior Partnerships Manager - South of England . This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced relationship-builder and inspiring leader to play a key role in ensuring more children and families have access to the life-changing benefits of reading. You'll lead strategic partnerships, oversee the successful delivery of impactful programmes and manage a high-performing regional team, helping to shape BookTrust's work across the South of England. About the Role As the Senior Partnerships Manager, you will be the senior representative for BookTrust across the South of England, leading the delivery of key programmes while developing and strengthening relationships with local authorities, education, health, library services, funders and wider community partners. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you'll ensure BookTrust's programmes are delivered effectively, identify opportunities for growth and funding, and contribute to the organisation's strategic ambitions to reach children and families who need support the most. Salary & Benefits Salary: 48,000 per annum Full-time, permanent position Hybrid working with a London office base Minimum of eight office/collaboration days per month Regular travel across London, the South East, South West and surrounding regions 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays 7% employer pension contribution Life assurance (3 x salary) Employee Assistance Programme Season Ticket Loan Scheme Flexible working arrangements Key Responsibilities Lead the successful delivery of BookTrust's programmes and interventions across the South of England. Build, manage and strengthen strategic partnerships with local authorities, funders and key regional stakeholders. Act as BookTrust's senior regional ambassador, representing the organisation at meetings, events and partnership forums. Identify opportunities for partnership growth, funding and innovation that support organisational priorities. Work collaboratively across internal teams to ensure high-quality programme delivery and excellent stakeholder engagement. Lead, motivate and develop a regional team, encouraging collaboration and high performance. Monitor delivery, manage risks and ensure programmes are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed objectives. Keep abreast of relevant policy developments and represent BookTrust's interests across the sector. Person Specification We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate: Significant experience developing and managing strategic partnerships across public, voluntary or charitable sectors. A proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, including local authorities, funders and partner organisations. Experience leading teams and successfully delivering programmes, projects or services. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach and manage through change. Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience using data, insight and evaluation to inform decision-making and stakeholder engagement. An understanding of the local authority landscape and a passion for improving outcomes for children and families is highly desirable. Apply Now If you're an experienced partnerships professional looking to make a genuine difference through strategic leadership, we'd love to hear from you. Merrifield Consultants is proud to be working in partnership with BookTrust on this exciting appointment. To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining how your experience meets the requirements of the role. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

Merrifield Consultants is delighted to partner with the amazing Nordoff and Robbins to find a new Partnerships Account Manager to join a high-performing and innovative partnerships team to deliver account management and develop new partnerships. You will have the opportunity to shape, and account manage partnerships with world and industry leading companies, bringing together the unique offerings of the charity to deliver high income and innovative partnerships. Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Manager Organisation: Children's charity Salary: 44,000 - 45,500 Location: London, Hybrid working Working pattern: Hybrid, two days in the office Contract: Permanent, Full-time Closing date: Sunday 21st September 2025 Required: CV and Cover Letter Job Responsibilities: Managing the implementation of the teams account management strategy and plans ensuring the provision of excellent stewardship and customer service to corporate partners Maximise growth opportunities for their current partnerships and event sponsors, to ensure ongoing income and support for the charity. Support the Head of Partnerships to deliver the partnerships fundraising annual income and expenditure budget contributing towards the overall fundraising target for the charity. Act as the lead with existing corporate partnerships, ensuring corporate supports are stewarded appropriately, resulting in profitable long-term partnerships Create innovative partnership growth opportunities for current partnerships, drawing on expertise in the team and with senior stakeholders. Maintain accurate forecast short, mid and long-term corporate income. Ensure all activity is regularly recorded on the charity database and spreadsheets to ensure monthly KPI's and ongoing progress reports are accurate. Skills and Experience: Experience and knowledge of Corporate Fundraising or applicable commercial background skills Ability and experience in preparing presentations Ability to tackle complex issues and work with others to formulate contractual agreements, fundraising plans, communications campaigns, and overarching account plans. Ability to plan, deliver and present confidently at partner meetings and events. Excellent organisational skills and ability to work across different teams. Confidence to speak across a broad range of donors and supporters. This role is perfect for an experienced person with a gift to maximise relationships with corporate partners and can identify new and exciting partners for the future. You'll join an amazing charity that puts their employees first, in an enjoyable and high performing environment. To find out more and to apply for the role, please contact Stuart Milliner from Merrifield Consultants. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.