Major Donor Manager

  • Ashby Jenkins Recruitment
  • Apr 02, 2026
Full time Other

Job Description

Salary: £35,000 £42,000
Contract: Permanent, full time
Location: Hybrid 3 days per week in London office
Closing date: Friday 17th April
Benefits: 6% pension, enhanced parental leave, discounts, concert tickets, Cycle to Work scheme

We re excited to be partnering with the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO) to recruit a Major Donor Manager, a newly created role designed to increase the organisation s fundraising capacity ahead of its centenary year. This is an excellent opportunity for a relationship-driven fundraiser who wants to join one of the world s most forward-thinking orchestras and play a pivotal role in shaping its philanthropic future.

As part of this role, you ll lead the development and delivery of a major donor strategy focused on securing five and six figure gifts. You ll build relationships with high-net-worth individuals, craft compelling proposals, and work closely with senior leadership and volunteers to grow philanthropic income. This is a highly collaborative environment where your ideas, creativity and passion for the arts will be valued and supported.

To be successful as Major Donor Manager you will need:

  • A proven track record of securing gifts of £25,000 from individual donors
  • Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • A strategic mindset with the drive to identify, cultivate and steward major donors

If you would like an informal discussion, please call Emma on or email your CV to

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