About The Role This is an opportunity to take real ownership of a growing philanthropy programme and shape how mid-value fundraising develops at the Royal British Legion. We re looking for someone who understands how to build strong donor relationships, spot opportunities for growth, and create the kind of supporter experience that keeps people engaged long term. Working closely with the Head of Trusts and Philanthropy, you ll lead on developing and delivering the Mid Value strategy, helping to grow income, strengthen retention, and build a sustainable pipeline of future major donors and legacy supporters. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing strategy with hands on relationship management and wants the freedom to bring new ideas to the table. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. You ll manage and grow a portfolio of supporters through thoughtful stewardship, tailored communications, events and meaningful engagement opportunities, while also using data and insight to make informed decisions about where the biggest opportunities sit. We re looking for someone commercially minded, organised and confident working with high value supporters and senior stakeholders alike. You ll be comfortable managing budgets, tracking performance and using donor insight to influence activity, while also collaborating across fundraising, data and supporter development teams to ensure supporters receive a seamless journey. As line manager to the Philanthropy Officer, you ll also play an important role in supporting and developing the wider team. This role would suit an experienced relationship fundraiser who is motivated by building something with long-term potential and who enjoys working in a collaborative, ambitious environment. You ll need strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of donor care. In return, you ll join a well established organisation with a respected fundraising team, hybrid working, and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of philanthropy fundraising at the Royal British Legion. Fundraising sits at the heart of The Royal British Legion s 10-year strategy, and we re investing in the people, skills and ideas that will drive growth and strengthen our support for the Armed Forces community. As one of the UK s most trusted and recognisable charities, we have the reach and ambition to make a real difference, and this is your chance to be part of it. Our Fundraising portfolio is broad and dynamic, spanning major corporate partnerships to our sector leading charity Lottery. We re investing in growth, evolving how we work, and putting supporters at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join us. You ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, helping shape the future of our fundraising and the impact we achieve together. If you are applying for multiple Fundraising roles at the same Officer or Manager title, you are welcome to use the same supporting statement across applications. However, we would encourage tailoring your statement where possible, particularly if applying for roles across different teams or titles. You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site. Employee benefits include - 28 day s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10% Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives Opportunities to volunteer Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
About The Role This is an opportunity to take real ownership of a growing philanthropy programme and shape how mid-value fundraising develops at the Royal British Legion. We re looking for someone who understands how to build strong donor relationships, spot opportunities for growth, and create the kind of supporter experience that keeps people engaged long term. Working closely with the Head of Trusts and Philanthropy, you ll lead on developing and delivering the Mid Value strategy, helping to grow income, strengthen retention, and build a sustainable pipeline of future major donors and legacy supporters. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing strategy with hands on relationship management and wants the freedom to bring new ideas to the table. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. You ll manage and grow a portfolio of supporters through thoughtful stewardship, tailored communications, events and meaningful engagement opportunities, while also using data and insight to make informed decisions about where the biggest opportunities sit. We re looking for someone commercially minded, organised and confident working with high value supporters and senior stakeholders alike. You ll be comfortable managing budgets, tracking performance and using donor insight to influence activity, while also collaborating across fundraising, data and supporter development teams to ensure supporters receive a seamless journey. As line manager to the Philanthropy Officer, you ll also play an important role in supporting and developing the wider team. This role would suit an experienced relationship fundraiser who is motivated by building something with long-term potential and who enjoys working in a collaborative, ambitious environment. You ll need strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of donor care. In return, you ll join a well established organisation with a respected fundraising team, hybrid working, and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of philanthropy fundraising at the Royal British Legion. Fundraising sits at the heart of The Royal British Legion s 10-year strategy, and we re investing in the people, skills and ideas that will drive growth and strengthen our support for the Armed Forces community. As one of the UK s most trusted and recognisable charities, we have the reach and ambition to make a real difference, and this is your chance to be part of it. Our Fundraising portfolio is broad and dynamic, spanning major corporate partnerships to our sector leading charity Lottery. We re investing in growth, evolving how we work, and putting supporters at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join us. You ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, helping shape the future of our fundraising and the impact we achieve together. If you are applying for multiple Fundraising roles at the same Officer or Manager title, you are welcome to use the same supporting statement across applications. However, we would encourage tailoring your statement where possible, particularly if applying for roles across different teams or titles. You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site. Employee benefits include - 28 day s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10% Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives Opportunities to volunteer Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Please visit our webiste for the job descirption and person specification! UCCF is at a significant and exciting moment. Eighteen months into Matt's leadership as CEO, we are clearer than ever about our mission: Making disciples of Jesus Christ in the student world. We are also clearer about the strategic priorities that will enable that mission to bear fruit in the years ahead: Forming CU leaders, Resourcing CU students, and growing the gospel partnerships that make this ministry possible. Advertised as Head of Fundraising, this is much more than a fundraising post. Internally, it is the senior leadership role for UCCF s Partnerships Team and is referred to as the Head of Partnerships. That language is deliberate. We do not want to think of fundraising as a merely transactional activity, but as a relational, prayerful and theological expression of gospel partnership. Each year hundreds of churches and trusts and thousands of individuals join with us in the work God is doing among students: praying, giving, advocating, encouraging and sharing in the joy of gospel fruitfulness. The person appointed will help lead UCCF into this next chapter will shape how we tell the story of student mission; how we invite others to partner with us; how we steward relationships well, building sustainable prayerful and financial support for long-term ministry. You will lead and build a committed team, work closely with senior leaders and bring strategic clarity, relational warmth, theological conviction and ambitious confidence to one of UCCF s most important areas of work. If you are a senior fundraiser, marketing or partnerships leader who loves the gospel, understands evangelical culture, and wants to help a national movement grow deeper, stronger and more fruitful partnerships as together we read the >2.5 million students in Britian then we d love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to build, to lead, to innovate and to serve so that more together we might play our part in making disciples of Jesus Christ in Britain. The key details Salary: £43,781 - £51,486 (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time of 37.5 hours per week, or part-time considered (minimum of 0.8FTE) Holiday: 30 days holiday per year, plus 8 public holidays Location: Hybrid working from our Oxford office Interview date: Tuesday 28 July 2026, in Oxford Start date: As soon as possible, open to negotiation for the right candidate
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Please visit our webiste for the job descirption and person specification! UCCF is at a significant and exciting moment. Eighteen months into Matt's leadership as CEO, we are clearer than ever about our mission: Making disciples of Jesus Christ in the student world. We are also clearer about the strategic priorities that will enable that mission to bear fruit in the years ahead: Forming CU leaders, Resourcing CU students, and growing the gospel partnerships that make this ministry possible. Advertised as Head of Fundraising, this is much more than a fundraising post. Internally, it is the senior leadership role for UCCF s Partnerships Team and is referred to as the Head of Partnerships. That language is deliberate. We do not want to think of fundraising as a merely transactional activity, but as a relational, prayerful and theological expression of gospel partnership. Each year hundreds of churches and trusts and thousands of individuals join with us in the work God is doing among students: praying, giving, advocating, encouraging and sharing in the joy of gospel fruitfulness. The person appointed will help lead UCCF into this next chapter will shape how we tell the story of student mission; how we invite others to partner with us; how we steward relationships well, building sustainable prayerful and financial support for long-term ministry. You will lead and build a committed team, work closely with senior leaders and bring strategic clarity, relational warmth, theological conviction and ambitious confidence to one of UCCF s most important areas of work. If you are a senior fundraiser, marketing or partnerships leader who loves the gospel, understands evangelical culture, and wants to help a national movement grow deeper, stronger and more fruitful partnerships as together we read the >2.5 million students in Britian then we d love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to build, to lead, to innovate and to serve so that more together we might play our part in making disciples of Jesus Christ in Britain. The key details Salary: £43,781 - £51,486 (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time of 37.5 hours per week, or part-time considered (minimum of 0.8FTE) Holiday: 30 days holiday per year, plus 8 public holidays Location: Hybrid working from our Oxford office Interview date: Tuesday 28 July 2026, in Oxford Start date: As soon as possible, open to negotiation for the right candidate
About The Role This is an opportunity to take real ownership of a growing philanthropy programme and shape how mid-value fundraising develops at the Royal British Legion. We're looking for someone who understands how to build strong donor relationships, spot opportunities for growth, and create the kind of supporter experience that keeps people engaged long term. Working closely with the Head of Trusts and Philanthropy, you'll lead on developing and delivering the Mid Value strategy, helping to grow income, strengthen retention, and build a sustainable pipeline of future major donors and legacy supporters. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing strategy with hands on relationship management and wants the freedom to bring new ideas to the table. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. You'll manage and grow a portfolio of supporters through thoughtful stewardship, tailored communications, events and meaningful engagement opportunities, while also using data and insight to make informed decisions about where the biggest opportunities sit. We're looking for someone commercially minded, organised and confident working with high value supporters and senior stakeholders alike. You'll be comfortable managing budgets, tracking performance and using donor insight to influence activity, while also collaborating across fundraising, data and supporter development teams to ensure supporters receive a seamless journey. As line manager to the Philanthropy Officer, you'll also play an important role in supporting and developing the wider team. This role would suit an experienced relationship fundraiser who is motivated by building something with long-term potential and who enjoys working in a collaborative, ambitious environment. You'll need strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of donor care. In return, you'll join a well established organisation with a respected fundraising team, hybrid working, and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of philanthropy fundraising at the Royal British Legion. Fundraising sits at the heart of The Royal British Legion's 10-year strategy, and we're investing in the people, skills and ideas that will drive growth and strengthen our support for the Armed Forces community. As one of the UK's most trusted and recognisable charities, we have the reach and ambition to make a real difference, and this is your chance to be part of it. Our Fundraising portfolio is broad and dynamic, spanning major corporate partnerships to our sector leading charity Lottery. We're investing in growth, evolving how we work, and putting supporters at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join us. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, helping shape the future of our fundraising and the impact we achieve together. If you are applying for multiple Fundraising roles at the same 'Officer' or 'Manager' title, you are welcome to use the same supporting statement across applications. However, we would encourage tailoring your statement where possible, particularly if applying for roles across different teams or titles. You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site. Employee benefits include - - 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days - Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10% - Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives - Opportunities to volunteer - Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
About The Role This is an opportunity to take real ownership of a growing philanthropy programme and shape how mid-value fundraising develops at the Royal British Legion. We're looking for someone who understands how to build strong donor relationships, spot opportunities for growth, and create the kind of supporter experience that keeps people engaged long term. Working closely with the Head of Trusts and Philanthropy, you'll lead on developing and delivering the Mid Value strategy, helping to grow income, strengthen retention, and build a sustainable pipeline of future major donors and legacy supporters. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing strategy with hands on relationship management and wants the freedom to bring new ideas to the table. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. You'll manage and grow a portfolio of supporters through thoughtful stewardship, tailored communications, events and meaningful engagement opportunities, while also using data and insight to make informed decisions about where the biggest opportunities sit. We're looking for someone commercially minded, organised and confident working with high value supporters and senior stakeholders alike. You'll be comfortable managing budgets, tracking performance and using donor insight to influence activity, while also collaborating across fundraising, data and supporter development teams to ensure supporters receive a seamless journey. As line manager to the Philanthropy Officer, you'll also play an important role in supporting and developing the wider team. This role would suit an experienced relationship fundraiser who is motivated by building something with long-term potential and who enjoys working in a collaborative, ambitious environment. You'll need strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of donor care. In return, you'll join a well established organisation with a respected fundraising team, hybrid working, and the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of philanthropy fundraising at the Royal British Legion. Fundraising sits at the heart of The Royal British Legion's 10-year strategy, and we're investing in the people, skills and ideas that will drive growth and strengthen our support for the Armed Forces community. As one of the UK's most trusted and recognisable charities, we have the reach and ambition to make a real difference, and this is your chance to be part of it. Our Fundraising portfolio is broad and dynamic, spanning major corporate partnerships to our sector leading charity Lottery. We're investing in growth, evolving how we work, and putting supporters at the centre of everything we do. This is an exciting time to join us. You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, helping shape the future of our fundraising and the impact we achieve together. If you are applying for multiple Fundraising roles at the same 'Officer' or 'Manager' title, you are welcome to use the same supporting statement across applications. However, we would encourage tailoring your statement where possible, particularly if applying for roles across different teams or titles. You will be contracted to our Haig House hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the hub and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site. Employee benefits include - - 28 day's paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days - Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10% - Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives - Opportunities to volunteer - Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more! For more detailed information about the role, please see the Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering with Breast Cancer Now to recruit a 12-month maternity cover contract for a Head of Trusts & Statutory Development, a key senior role within the High Value Partnerships & Campaign team. Head of Trusts & Statutory Development (Maternity Cover) Salary: £57,000 - £60,000 Location: Hybrid working 2dpw at the office in Aldgate Start Date: mid/late September Breast Cancer Now is entering an exciting new phase of development, with significant investment taking place across the high value fundraising team. The Head of Trusts & Statutory Development sits within the senior team of a newly established High Value Partnerships & Campaign Department, which has huge ambition to transform high value income for the organisation over the next 5 years. We re looking for an inspiring team leader and trusts fundraising expert who thrives in maximising high value, multi-year relationships. The year ahead is a significant one and the Head of Trusts & Statutory Development will play a key role in strengthening and stabilising BAU income while ensuring the team is set up for long-term success and delivering against key Campaign activities. You will lead a team of 2, ensuring exceptional relationship management across a portfolio of existing relationships and empowering them to identify opportunities for pipeline development with new prospects. You will also work closely with colleagues in the wider department, ensuring the smooth transition and onboarding of any new relationships. As a senior leader, your focus will be on strategy, influence and empowering the team over day-to-day relationship management, but you will retain core senior stakeholder relationships (internally and externally) as necessary. As Head of Trusts & Statutory Development you will: Strategically lead a team of 2, ensuring they feel empowered and confident to take ownership of their portfolios and identify opportunities for further relationship development; Refine and deliver long-term growth and retention strategies for the trusts and statutory portfolio, maximising income potential across a variety of funders; Further shape and refine new ways of working for the team, strengthening processes to enable long-term success; Ensure internal briefings and insight sharing are high-quality, providing key funder information ahead of meetings and events; Champion integrated working across the charity, ensuring external-facing teams are aligned and able to amplify partner activity in line with organisational priorities. The role would best suit: A senior fundraiser with robust experience of trusts and foundations fundraising and strategic relationship development; An individual with a track record of securing and managing high-value, multi-year relationships; An individual with expertise of managing complex budgets with the ability to drive activity that leads to long term, sustainable growth opportunities for the team; A collaborative team leader, keen to empower your team, celebrate success and enable a culture of collaboration and shared learning. Please get in touch as soon as possible to express an initial interest, the deadline for applications (CV and cover letter) is Friday 26th June with first stage interviews scheduled to take place w/c 29th June. We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Jun 22, 2026
Full time
The Talent Set is delighted to be partnering with Breast Cancer Now to recruit a 12-month maternity cover contract for a Head of Trusts & Statutory Development, a key senior role within the High Value Partnerships & Campaign team. Head of Trusts & Statutory Development (Maternity Cover) Salary: £57,000 - £60,000 Location: Hybrid working 2dpw at the office in Aldgate Start Date: mid/late September Breast Cancer Now is entering an exciting new phase of development, with significant investment taking place across the high value fundraising team. The Head of Trusts & Statutory Development sits within the senior team of a newly established High Value Partnerships & Campaign Department, which has huge ambition to transform high value income for the organisation over the next 5 years. We re looking for an inspiring team leader and trusts fundraising expert who thrives in maximising high value, multi-year relationships. The year ahead is a significant one and the Head of Trusts & Statutory Development will play a key role in strengthening and stabilising BAU income while ensuring the team is set up for long-term success and delivering against key Campaign activities. You will lead a team of 2, ensuring exceptional relationship management across a portfolio of existing relationships and empowering them to identify opportunities for pipeline development with new prospects. You will also work closely with colleagues in the wider department, ensuring the smooth transition and onboarding of any new relationships. As a senior leader, your focus will be on strategy, influence and empowering the team over day-to-day relationship management, but you will retain core senior stakeholder relationships (internally and externally) as necessary. As Head of Trusts & Statutory Development you will: Strategically lead a team of 2, ensuring they feel empowered and confident to take ownership of their portfolios and identify opportunities for further relationship development; Refine and deliver long-term growth and retention strategies for the trusts and statutory portfolio, maximising income potential across a variety of funders; Further shape and refine new ways of working for the team, strengthening processes to enable long-term success; Ensure internal briefings and insight sharing are high-quality, providing key funder information ahead of meetings and events; Champion integrated working across the charity, ensuring external-facing teams are aligned and able to amplify partner activity in line with organisational priorities. The role would best suit: A senior fundraiser with robust experience of trusts and foundations fundraising and strategic relationship development; An individual with a track record of securing and managing high-value, multi-year relationships; An individual with expertise of managing complex budgets with the ability to drive activity that leads to long term, sustainable growth opportunities for the team; A collaborative team leader, keen to empower your team, celebrate success and enable a culture of collaboration and shared learning. Please get in touch as soon as possible to express an initial interest, the deadline for applications (CV and cover letter) is Friday 26th June with first stage interviews scheduled to take place w/c 29th June. We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Would you like to join a collaborative and passionate fundraising team which is raising funds to meet ambitious targets in a university committed to reducing inequality and shaping a better future for humanity? The Senior Development Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of alumni, trusts, foundations and friends of the University capable of making gifts at the six and seven figure plus level. Working collaboratively with colleagues in the Advancement Team and the wider university, you will engage prospective donors using your stakeholder development skills to build relationships and secure significant and transformational gift donations in support of philanthropic priorities which are aligned with the University s Universal Values, Global Change strategy. You will also lead a small team of major gift fundraisers, motivating them to maximise the giving value from their own fundraising portfolios. The role sits within a growing Transformational & Major Giving team and is crucial to success at a time of investment and expansion in the Advancement Team. In order to be successful in this role, you will have a sustained track record of raising donations at 6 figures and above, capability to work with senior stakeholders across a complex organisation to craft bespoke fundraising propositions and the ability to lead and motivate a small team of major gift fundraisers. To Apply Valued Recruitment is working exclusively with the University of Leeds to recruit for their Advancement team. We are an ethical recruitment company, intent on hiring inclusively and transparently. The closing date for this role is Monday 29th June. To apply, we welcome a CV and a 1-2 page covering letter detailing your interest in the role. There will be two stages of interview, the first one virtual and the second stage will be in person. Timelines 1st Stage Interviews (virtual): w/c 6th and w/c 13th July 2nd Stage Interviews (in person): w/c 20th July Accessibility Accessibility is incredibly important to us here at Valued Recruitment and at the University of Leeds. If you would like any accessibility amendments or support throughout the application and interview stage, please don t hesitate to let us know. No question or request is too big or too small. We want this process to be comfortable and enjoyable and a chance for you to bring your best self to the process.
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
Would you like to join a collaborative and passionate fundraising team which is raising funds to meet ambitious targets in a university committed to reducing inequality and shaping a better future for humanity? The Senior Development Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of alumni, trusts, foundations and friends of the University capable of making gifts at the six and seven figure plus level. Working collaboratively with colleagues in the Advancement Team and the wider university, you will engage prospective donors using your stakeholder development skills to build relationships and secure significant and transformational gift donations in support of philanthropic priorities which are aligned with the University s Universal Values, Global Change strategy. You will also lead a small team of major gift fundraisers, motivating them to maximise the giving value from their own fundraising portfolios. The role sits within a growing Transformational & Major Giving team and is crucial to success at a time of investment and expansion in the Advancement Team. In order to be successful in this role, you will have a sustained track record of raising donations at 6 figures and above, capability to work with senior stakeholders across a complex organisation to craft bespoke fundraising propositions and the ability to lead and motivate a small team of major gift fundraisers. To Apply Valued Recruitment is working exclusively with the University of Leeds to recruit for their Advancement team. We are an ethical recruitment company, intent on hiring inclusively and transparently. The closing date for this role is Monday 29th June. To apply, we welcome a CV and a 1-2 page covering letter detailing your interest in the role. There will be two stages of interview, the first one virtual and the second stage will be in person. Timelines 1st Stage Interviews (virtual): w/c 6th and w/c 13th July 2nd Stage Interviews (in person): w/c 20th July Accessibility Accessibility is incredibly important to us here at Valued Recruitment and at the University of Leeds. If you would like any accessibility amendments or support throughout the application and interview stage, please don t hesitate to let us know. No question or request is too big or too small. We want this process to be comfortable and enjoyable and a chance for you to bring your best self to the process.
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Trusts and Statutory Funding Manager to play a pivotal role in our Trusts and Statutory Funding Service in London Sounds great, what will I be doing? This role is focused on securing and managing funding by aligning applications with funders' priorities and the organisation's objectives. It involves developing compelling appeals and cases for support, building and maintaining strong relationships with trusts and funders through regular stewardship, and preparing progress reports for both funders and the Senior Management Team. The position also contributes to shaping and implementing the organisation's overall fundraising strategy, working collaboratively across teams to ensure funding needs are clearly understood and met. In addition, the role requires effective use of the Donorfy database to maintain accurate donor and grant records, process income, and manage correspondence. Administrative tasks such as mail-merging, coding, mailing, and donor acknowledgements are also part of the responsibilities. The post-holder is expected to stay informed about sector developments, propose innovative fundraising ideas, and identify new funding opportunities to strengthen the organisation's financial sustainability. What do I need to bring with me? You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here's what the team will be looking for The role calls for a skilled fundraiser with a strong history of securing significant grants from trusts, foundations, and statutory funders. The successful candidate will be adept at crafting clear, persuasive proposals and reports that meet funders' requirements, while also excelling in relationship management to nurture both new and existing partnerships. They will be confident working across teams, volunteers, service users, and external stakeholders, bringing strong communication skills and a solutions-focused approach in a fast-paced environment. They should bring experience with fundraising CRM systems (ideally Donorfy), solid IT skills in Microsoft Office, and confidence in preparing accurate budgets. A meticulous eye for detail, knowledge of GDPR and charity law, and a genuine empathy with the organisation's mission are essential. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard hours is also required. When will I be working? You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.18pm Interview Steps We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect. Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do! Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based. Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us. Safeguarding Statement Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia. Important Information for Candidates If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed. We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
Job title: Director of Income and Engagement Reports to: CEO Location: 40% of time in any BB office with expectation of regular travel to London (monthly)/occasional travel to other offices Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Open to flexible working. Contract: Permanent Overall purpose The Director of Income and Engagement will be responsible for leading a team of talented fundraising and communication professionals across a variety of disciplines to drive the successful achievement of Breaking Barriers 2030 goals. They will have responsibility for developing strategies across all streams and the wider fundraising team, identifying key opportunities for income stream development and innovation, stewarding key donors, and motivating a diverse team to achieve ambitious income targets. They will be a key member of the organisation s Senior Leadership team, working closely with colleagues across Services, People Strategy and Finance to maximise strategic opportunities and drive organisational culture and performance. The Director of Income and Engagement will be an experienced fundraiser with a track record of achieving sustainable growth across multiple functions. They will have experience leading and nurturing income generating teams and be comfortable leading teams across diverse income streams including trusts and statutory, major donors, corporate partnerships, and public fundraising. They will be ambitious, values-led, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and will act as a leader across the organisation, driving forward a culture of creativity, growth, innovation and entrepreneurialism that will be essential to achieving our 2030 goals. To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recuitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack. Other considerations As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out pre-employment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate s identity and right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully considered when deciding action. How to apply If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit a statement of interest (up to approximately 500 words/1 A4 page) outlining: Why you are interested in the role What skills you would bring to be successful in this role Any experience you would like to highlight Any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process Disclosure of disabilities if you wish to do so (as a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role) Closing date for applications is Wednesday 08 October at 11:30pm . Please note, interviews will be held online on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to emply more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience with of seeking asylum and / or a refugee background. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experince of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager, Caroline Meechan for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Job title: Director of Income and Engagement Reports to: CEO Location: 40% of time in any BB office with expectation of regular travel to London (monthly)/occasional travel to other offices Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week). Open to flexible working. Contract: Permanent Overall purpose The Director of Income and Engagement will be responsible for leading a team of talented fundraising and communication professionals across a variety of disciplines to drive the successful achievement of Breaking Barriers 2030 goals. They will have responsibility for developing strategies across all streams and the wider fundraising team, identifying key opportunities for income stream development and innovation, stewarding key donors, and motivating a diverse team to achieve ambitious income targets. They will be a key member of the organisation s Senior Leadership team, working closely with colleagues across Services, People Strategy and Finance to maximise strategic opportunities and drive organisational culture and performance. The Director of Income and Engagement will be an experienced fundraiser with a track record of achieving sustainable growth across multiple functions. They will have experience leading and nurturing income generating teams and be comfortable leading teams across diverse income streams including trusts and statutory, major donors, corporate partnerships, and public fundraising. They will be ambitious, values-led, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, and will act as a leader across the organisation, driving forward a culture of creativity, growth, innovation and entrepreneurialism that will be essential to achieving our 2030 goals. To view the full job description and person specification, as well as details on our accessible recuitment process, please view the attached recruitment pack. Other considerations As part of our safeguarding commitment to our clients, we carry out pre-employment checks to ensure that successful applicants are suitable to work with adults at risk. These include basic DBS checks, obtaining references and verifying a candidate s identity and right to work in the UK. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult s right to live in safety, free from abuse and neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully considered when deciding action. How to apply If you are looking for a role where you can make a real difference, we want to hear from you. To apply, please submit a statement of interest (up to approximately 500 words/1 A4 page) outlining: Why you are interested in the role What skills you would bring to be successful in this role Any experience you would like to highlight Any reasonable adjustments you require for the interview process Disclosure of disabilities if you wish to do so (as a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role) Closing date for applications is Wednesday 08 October at 11:30pm . Please note, interviews will be held online on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We belong to the Experts by Experience Employment Initiative, which advocates and supports organisations to emply more people from a refugee background. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applicants with experience with of seeking asylum and / or a refugee background. If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experince of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please reach out to HR Manager, Caroline Meechan for further details (we are unable to include email addresses in this advert, but you can find contact details on the final page of the attached recruitment pack).
Location: Flexible but with regular travel to London and other Shelter locations to attend meetings when required Salary: £37,739.41per annum (plus London weighting £5,023.71 if working permanently from the London office) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (pro-rata if part time) Contract type: One permanent role and one fixed-term maternity cover contract until December 2026 Please indicate in your application whether you are applying for either one or both of these roles. This will not affect your likelihood of being invited to interview or being offered a position. Closing date: Wednesday 15th October 2025 at 11.30pm Are you proactive, enterprising, and systematic in approaching high value funders, great at engaging and managing internal stakeholder relationships and excited by the idea of making a significant impact for the UK s leading housing and homelessness charity? Then join Shelter as a Trust and Foundations Manager and you could soon be playing a vital role at the heart of our Income Generation directorate. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Trusts and Foundations (T&F) is part of a High Value Partnerships team that sits within an Income Generation Directorate raising £30 million to support Shelter s work. About £3 million of that is raised by the Trusts team. T&F is currently a team of nine: eight fundraisers two in Scotland, one in Bristol and the rest in London, plus a Grant Manager supporting role. Half of the England-based team focus more on new business, while the other half manage and maximise our ongoing relationships. About the roles You ll help delivery our strategy by generating income from mid to high level trusts and foundations. Raising money for our core day-to-day activities, as well as for new projects, you ll bring our income generation goals to life. You ll work alongside a Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager and manage a personal portfolio of funders and projects, and you ll be fully supported by an experienced fundraising team and senior managers in front line services. The fixed-term role includes line management responsibility for the Trusts Executive, and is focused on maximising existing funder relationships. The permanent role has no line reports and is more focused on securing income from cold and new funders. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you You are confident in your ability to take on a portfolio of new funders at different stages of engagement and, through research, effective communication and meeting strategies, secure income. You ll also need proven experience of working closely with delivery teams to identify core services that are attractive to a particular funder, or support design new projects that are a strategic priority for that service. A flair for planning, writing and project-managing new large-scale, multi-year applications to institutional funders is important too. You will be highly collaborative and able to work with colleagues across our High Value Partnerships team in order to maximise income opportunities. How to Apply To apply for this role you are required to upload a CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement should include responses to the 'About You' points that are outlined in the Job Description. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses. We work together to achieve our shared purpose We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We learn from our experiences and are open to risk Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Location: Flexible but with regular travel to London and other Shelter locations to attend meetings when required Salary: £37,739.41per annum (plus London weighting £5,023.71 if working permanently from the London office) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (pro-rata if part time) Contract type: One permanent role and one fixed-term maternity cover contract until December 2026 Please indicate in your application whether you are applying for either one or both of these roles. This will not affect your likelihood of being invited to interview or being offered a position. Closing date: Wednesday 15th October 2025 at 11.30pm Are you proactive, enterprising, and systematic in approaching high value funders, great at engaging and managing internal stakeholder relationships and excited by the idea of making a significant impact for the UK s leading housing and homelessness charity? Then join Shelter as a Trust and Foundations Manager and you could soon be playing a vital role at the heart of our Income Generation directorate. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Trusts and Foundations (T&F) is part of a High Value Partnerships team that sits within an Income Generation Directorate raising £30 million to support Shelter s work. About £3 million of that is raised by the Trusts team. T&F is currently a team of nine: eight fundraisers two in Scotland, one in Bristol and the rest in London, plus a Grant Manager supporting role. Half of the England-based team focus more on new business, while the other half manage and maximise our ongoing relationships. About the roles You ll help delivery our strategy by generating income from mid to high level trusts and foundations. Raising money for our core day-to-day activities, as well as for new projects, you ll bring our income generation goals to life. You ll work alongside a Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager and manage a personal portfolio of funders and projects, and you ll be fully supported by an experienced fundraising team and senior managers in front line services. The fixed-term role includes line management responsibility for the Trusts Executive, and is focused on maximising existing funder relationships. The permanent role has no line reports and is more focused on securing income from cold and new funders. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you You are confident in your ability to take on a portfolio of new funders at different stages of engagement and, through research, effective communication and meeting strategies, secure income. You ll also need proven experience of working closely with delivery teams to identify core services that are attractive to a particular funder, or support design new projects that are a strategic priority for that service. A flair for planning, writing and project-managing new large-scale, multi-year applications to institutional funders is important too. You will be highly collaborative and able to work with colleagues across our High Value Partnerships team in order to maximise income opportunities. How to Apply To apply for this role you are required to upload a CV and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement should include responses to the 'About You' points that are outlined in the Job Description. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses. We work together to achieve our shared purpose We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We learn from our experiences and are open to risk Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
