Job Description
Location: London (Hybrid).
Salary: £80-£85,000 per annum.
Contract: Permanent.
Every child deserves to be safe, loved, and free from abuse. At the NSPCC, that belief drives everything the charity does.
The NSPCC is the UK s oldest and largest children s charity, and today their mission has never been more urgent. From tackling the challenges of online safety to delivering vital frontline services, they are responding every day to the changing world children are growing up in.
This is a pivotal moment for the charity as it establishes an Engagement & Fundraising Directorate to modernise how they connect with supporters and unlock new opportunities for growth. As part of this vital work, they are looking for an exceptional Head of Philanthropy to deliver impact at scale, leading and growing their major donor programme, cultivating high-value relationships that generate transformational income.
What You ll Do
This strategic role will shape the future of philanthropy at the charity - identifying, engaging and stewarding major and principal gift supporters, personally securing significant contributions and developing compelling philanthropic propositions in collaboration with colleagues across the organisation (in particular, capitalising on those around major organisational priorities such as Childline s 40th birthday and NSPCC s excellence in early years programme).
As a key member of the Philanthropy & Partnerships Leadership Team, you will drive ambitious income growth, champion a culture of excellence, and provide inspiring leadership to a talented team, ensuring long term, sustainable support for the charity.
Who You Are
This role needs an inspiring leader with a strong record of driving high performing teams and securing major six and seven-figure gifts. You ll bring deep expertise in individual philanthropy, major appeals and capital campaigns, along with proven success shaping effective philanthropy strategies in complex organisations. You ll have a deep understanding of individual philanthropy, principal gift cultivation, regulation, tax-effective giving and legacies and you ll have excellent influencing, negotiating and presentation skills. Strong financial acumen and sharp strategic judgement will be essential.
Ready to Learn More?
Click below to view our full Candidate Pack for everything you need to know including how to apply.
Closing date: Monday 9th February, 9am.
