About the Roundhouse: Roundhouse is an iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Since the 1960s we ve opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities day in, night out. We re on a mission to raise the creative potential of the UK so we give young people and artists the space to experiment, develop skills and be part of incredible moments that go down in history. The Role You will be joining a team focusing on supporting our work with young people accessing creativity and employment in the creative industries and directly supporting the creative studios which sit below our venue. As part of a team of 5, raising £700k for the current year, rising to £1m by 2028, as part of an overall fundraised income goal of £6 Million. The role reports into the Head of Philanthropy and sits within the directorship of Partnerships and Impact, which also holds the organisation s programmes with young people and public affairs. You ll manage a junior members of the team as well as working closely with our Events manager and Principle gift lead. You ll be responsible for driving your own portfolio of 90 prospects and donors, including 4-figure and 5-figure levels. A day in the life of a philanthropy manager could begin with researching and identifying prospects from a recent event; giving a studio tour to prospective donors and enthusing them about our youth programme; preparing a report for a major donor about our work with young entrepreneurs; and ending the day in the members bar with a current supporter who s there for a gig. Weekend and evening work will be required according to business needs, mainly through attending departmental events with donors and attending the members bar. About you: We would expect applicants to this role to have at least 3 years previous experience in managing a portfolio of prospects and donors and securing gifts toward charitable aims or projects. The ideal candidate would also have management experience of staff or volunteers and of working in a team towards a shared fundraising goal. We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own skills, experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same. We actively encourage those currently underrepresented across the cultural sector and all intersections of our diverse society to apply. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must have a current and acceptable DBS check, or be willing to undertake one. For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please click Apply Now to complete your application by 31 March 2026, Midnight Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week (excluding breaks) Salary: £37,680 per annum Application Deadline: Tuesday 31st March 2026, Midnight Interviews: First stage Thursday 09 April 2026 Benefits: 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays pro rata, increasing after 2 years service up to 30 days Ability to buy up to 3 days annual leave Pension scheme Cycle to Work, Tech and Home Scheme Season Ticket Loan Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Health Cash Plan Group Life Assurance Staff discount at our bar and café Complimentary staff tickets Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Staff networks, forms and social groups All personal data submitted to the Roundhouse in the form of personal details forms is used for recruitment purposes and equal opportunities reporting only. By submitting a personal details form, you consent to the Roundhouse retaining your personal data for these purposes. Personal details forms contain your name, address and details relating to your gender, religion and nationality. All forms are anonymised before use. In accordance with GDPR all information submitted by unsuccessful applicants will be deleted within six months.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
About the Roundhouse: Roundhouse is an iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Since the 1960s we ve opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities day in, night out. We re on a mission to raise the creative potential of the UK so we give young people and artists the space to experiment, develop skills and be part of incredible moments that go down in history. The Role You will be joining a team focusing on supporting our work with young people accessing creativity and employment in the creative industries and directly supporting the creative studios which sit below our venue. As part of a team of 5, raising £700k for the current year, rising to £1m by 2028, as part of an overall fundraised income goal of £6 Million. The role reports into the Head of Philanthropy and sits within the directorship of Partnerships and Impact, which also holds the organisation s programmes with young people and public affairs. You ll manage a junior members of the team as well as working closely with our Events manager and Principle gift lead. You ll be responsible for driving your own portfolio of 90 prospects and donors, including 4-figure and 5-figure levels. A day in the life of a philanthropy manager could begin with researching and identifying prospects from a recent event; giving a studio tour to prospective donors and enthusing them about our youth programme; preparing a report for a major donor about our work with young entrepreneurs; and ending the day in the members bar with a current supporter who s there for a gig. Weekend and evening work will be required according to business needs, mainly through attending departmental events with donors and attending the members bar. About you: We would expect applicants to this role to have at least 3 years previous experience in managing a portfolio of prospects and donors and securing gifts toward charitable aims or projects. The ideal candidate would also have management experience of staff or volunteers and of working in a team towards a shared fundraising goal. We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own skills, experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same. We actively encourage those currently underrepresented across the cultural sector and all intersections of our diverse society to apply. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must have a current and acceptable DBS check, or be willing to undertake one. For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please click Apply Now to complete your application by 31 March 2026, Midnight Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week (excluding breaks) Salary: £37,680 per annum Application Deadline: Tuesday 31st March 2026, Midnight Interviews: First stage Thursday 09 April 2026 Benefits: 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays pro rata, increasing after 2 years service up to 30 days Ability to buy up to 3 days annual leave Pension scheme Cycle to Work, Tech and Home Scheme Season Ticket Loan Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Health Cash Plan Group Life Assurance Staff discount at our bar and café Complimentary staff tickets Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave Staff networks, forms and social groups All personal data submitted to the Roundhouse in the form of personal details forms is used for recruitment purposes and equal opportunities reporting only. By submitting a personal details form, you consent to the Roundhouse retaining your personal data for these purposes. Personal details forms contain your name, address and details relating to your gender, religion and nationality. All forms are anonymised before use. In accordance with GDPR all information submitted by unsuccessful applicants will be deleted within six months.
This is an exciting opportunity to establish RLSS UK s first-ever corporate fundraising function. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will build, lead, and deliver a new programme that maximises income from corporate supporters and aligns partners with our mission to save lives. You will be responsible for developing the strategy, creating the tools and foundations, proactively generating new business, and delivering excellent stewardship as partnerships are secured. This role requires a commercially aware, results-driven individual who understands how to position partnerships in a way that delivers mutual value and translate opportunity into income through focused action, strong relationship building, and a clear understanding of corporate priorities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a build from scratch environment, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and hands on delivery. ROLE OVERVIEW As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of RLSS UK s new corporate fundraising function, create a sustainable strategy, and build a strong pipeline from the ground up. You will identify, secure, and grow high-value partnerships that align with corporate priorities, producing compelling and commercially compelling propositions that demonstrate clear mutual benefit. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure partnerships support RLSS UK s mission and contribute to long term income growth. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategy and Planning Develop and deliver RLSS UK s first corporate partnerships strategy, setting clear priorities and income targets for year one and beyond. Lead the development of a corporate partnerships income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of partnerships and relationships. Create the foundations for growth including a case for support, stewardship framework, pitch decks and templates and KPI and reporting tools. Establish systems and internal processes required for a corporate fundraising function. Use sector insights, benchmarking, and data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth. Partnership Development Build and actively manage a new business pipeline from scratch, ensuring consistent prospecting and follow up. Conduct in-depth prospect research to identify target companies, align commercial priorities, and map key decision makers. Develop compelling, tailored proposals, pitches, and partnership packages that clearly articulate impact and mutual value. Secure a diverse portfolio of partnerships including multi-year strategic, six-figure, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship agreements. Create cultivation journeys for high-value prospects, maintaining momentum from first contact to close. Represent RLSS UK externally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities, confidently positioning the organisation with senior stakeholders. Work closely with commercial colleagues to ensure alignment and avoid overlap with existing commercial contracts. Account Management Provide effective day-to-day relationship management to ensure partners feel supported, informed, and engaged with RLSS UK s mission. Deliver clear partnership growth plans that maximise income, engagement, impact, and mutual benefit. Identify and activate opportunities to expand partnerships across corporate philanthropy, payroll giving, strategic volunteering, sponsorship, cause-related marketing, and employee engagement. Build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted and credible partner. Monitor partnership delivery against agreed KPIs and use insight to refine and strengthen activity over time. Produce high-quality written communications, proposals, and impact reports tailored to individual partners. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and Communications, Education, and Commercial teams to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery. Reporting and Evaluation Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact, income growth, and return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, UK GDPR, and RLSS UK policies. Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting information within the CRM system. Deliver annual reviews for partnerships to demonstrate impact and ensure all partnerships are meeting agreed KPIS. Identify emerging trends and opportunities to diversify income streams and enhance brand visibility. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Line management responsibility for the Supporter Engagement Executive, including performance and development, assigning day-to-day tasks and projects, and providing guidance and support. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. Demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. Help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience in business development, fundraising, partnerships, or relevant commercial roles. Ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience securing and managing partnerships across at least two of: Charity of the Year Strategic partnerships Sponsorship Cause related marketing/ brand licensing Confident pitching and negotiating with senior corporate leaders. Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands on delivery. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to create persuasive proposals and cases for support. Strong organisational and project management skills. Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity. Strong understanding of CRM systems and fundraising technologies, and how these support effective partnership programmes. Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices. Experience managing budgets and ensuring effective allocation of resources. Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up. Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK. Previous experience of line management. Experience of working in a charity or organisation where corporate fundraising or partnerships have been developed from the ground up, including building systems, processes, and pipeline momentum. Experience working in a small team or start-up environment. Commercially minded, with a strong understanding of the corporate landscape and the ability to shape compelling, mutually beneficial partnership opportunities that align business priorities with charitable impact. ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning. With increasing corporate focus on ESG, community safety, and employee wellbeing, RLSS UK is uniquely positioned to build strategic partnerships that help companies keep their people and communities safe around water. WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including - Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team Closing Date 5.00pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026 Interview Date Tuesday 31st March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change) Should you wish to discuss the role . click apply for full job details
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity to establish RLSS UK s first-ever corporate fundraising function. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will build, lead, and deliver a new programme that maximises income from corporate supporters and aligns partners with our mission to save lives. You will be responsible for developing the strategy, creating the tools and foundations, proactively generating new business, and delivering excellent stewardship as partnerships are secured. This role requires a commercially aware, results-driven individual who understands how to position partnerships in a way that delivers mutual value and translate opportunity into income through focused action, strong relationship building, and a clear understanding of corporate priorities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a build from scratch environment, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and hands on delivery. ROLE OVERVIEW As the Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of RLSS UK s new corporate fundraising function, create a sustainable strategy, and build a strong pipeline from the ground up. You will identify, secure, and grow high-value partnerships that align with corporate priorities, producing compelling and commercially compelling propositions that demonstrate clear mutual benefit. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will ensure partnerships support RLSS UK s mission and contribute to long term income growth. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategy and Planning Develop and deliver RLSS UK s first corporate partnerships strategy, setting clear priorities and income targets for year one and beyond. Lead the development of a corporate partnerships income stream, building a sustainable portfolio of partnerships and relationships. Create the foundations for growth including a case for support, stewardship framework, pitch decks and templates and KPI and reporting tools. Establish systems and internal processes required for a corporate fundraising function. Use sector insights, benchmarking, and data to inform strategy and identify opportunities for growth. Partnership Development Build and actively manage a new business pipeline from scratch, ensuring consistent prospecting and follow up. Conduct in-depth prospect research to identify target companies, align commercial priorities, and map key decision makers. Develop compelling, tailored proposals, pitches, and partnership packages that clearly articulate impact and mutual value. Secure a diverse portfolio of partnerships including multi-year strategic, six-figure, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship agreements. Create cultivation journeys for high-value prospects, maintaining momentum from first contact to close. Represent RLSS UK externally at meetings, events, and networking opportunities, confidently positioning the organisation with senior stakeholders. Work closely with commercial colleagues to ensure alignment and avoid overlap with existing commercial contracts. Account Management Provide effective day-to-day relationship management to ensure partners feel supported, informed, and engaged with RLSS UK s mission. Deliver clear partnership growth plans that maximise income, engagement, impact, and mutual benefit. Identify and activate opportunities to expand partnerships across corporate philanthropy, payroll giving, strategic volunteering, sponsorship, cause-related marketing, and employee engagement. Build and maintain positive relationships with senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted and credible partner. Monitor partnership delivery against agreed KPIs and use insight to refine and strengthen activity over time. Produce high-quality written communications, proposals, and impact reports tailored to individual partners. Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and Communications, Education, and Commercial teams to ensure consistent and high-quality delivery. Reporting and Evaluation Use data-driven insights and KPIs to evaluate and refine strategies for maximum impact, income growth, and return on investment. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, UK GDPR, and RLSS UK policies. Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting information within the CRM system. Deliver annual reviews for partnerships to demonstrate impact and ensure all partnerships are meeting agreed KPIS. Identify emerging trends and opportunities to diversify income streams and enhance brand visibility. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Line management responsibility for the Supporter Engagement Executive, including performance and development, assigning day-to-day tasks and projects, and providing guidance and support. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. Demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. Help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience in business development, fundraising, partnerships, or relevant commercial roles. Ability to build strong relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders. Experience securing and managing partnerships across at least two of: Charity of the Year Strategic partnerships Sponsorship Cause related marketing/ brand licensing Confident pitching and negotiating with senior corporate leaders. Strong strategic thinking coupled with hands on delivery. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to create persuasive proposals and cases for support. Strong organisational and project management skills. Strong understanding of return on investment (ROI) and the ability to evaluate the effectiveness, sustainability, and value of fundraising activity. Strong understanding of CRM systems and fundraising technologies, and how these support effective partnership programmes. Understanding of fundraising regulation, GDPR, and ethical fundraising practices. Experience managing budgets and ensuring effective allocation of resources. Comfortable working in an environment where systems, processes, and programmes are being built from the ground up. Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK. Previous experience of line management. Experience of working in a charity or organisation where corporate fundraising or partnerships have been developed from the ground up, including building systems, processes, and pipeline momentum. Experience working in a small team or start-up environment. Commercially minded, with a strong understanding of the corporate landscape and the ability to shape compelling, mutually beneficial partnership opportunities that align business priorities with charitable impact. ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education so that everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision; communities free from drowning. With increasing corporate focus on ESG, community safety, and employee wellbeing, RLSS UK is uniquely positioned to build strategic partnerships that help companies keep their people and communities safe around water. WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU RLSS UK is a national Charity based in Worcester, and we offer great staff benefits including - Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV along with a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement Team Closing Date 5.00pm, Tuesday 17th March 2026 Interview Date Tuesday 31st March 2026 at our Worcester Head Office (subject to change) Should you wish to discuss the role . click apply for full job details
Senior Philanthropy and Major Gifts Executive Salary: £39,000-£42,000 per year Location: St John's Wood, London - hybrid (at least 3 days a week on-site, ideally 4) Contract: Permanent St John's Hospice, part of the Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth, provides free, specialist care for people living with life-limiting illness and their families across North London. This new role is a great opportunity to grow our income from trusts, foundations and major gifts so we can reach even more people. The role As Senior Philanthropy and Major Gifts Executive , you will: Manage a portfolio of mid-level trusts, foundations and other funders. Lead on drafting and submitting compelling funding applications. Support the stewardship of high-value funders, including visits and meetings. Research and qualify new funding prospects to grow the pipeline. Produce clear, timely impact and financial reports with colleagues across care, finance and services. Maintain accurate records and pipelines on the CRM, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and charity standards. Work closely with the Senior Philanthropy and Major Gifts Manager and wider fundraising team, with scope to develop towards major donors and other income streams. This is a collaborative role based at St John's Wood, with hybrid working and regular contact with colleagues, senior management and trustees. What we're looking for Experience in trusts and foundations fundraising. A record of securing four-figure and above grants. Confident prospect research and analytical skills. Ability to manage a busy workload and competing deadlines accurately. Experience using CRM systems. Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Philanthropy and Major Gifts Executive Salary: £39,000-£42,000 per year Location: St John's Wood, London - hybrid (at least 3 days a week on-site, ideally 4) Contract: Permanent St John's Hospice, part of the Hospital of St John & St Elizabeth, provides free, specialist care for people living with life-limiting illness and their families across North London. This new role is a great opportunity to grow our income from trusts, foundations and major gifts so we can reach even more people. The role As Senior Philanthropy and Major Gifts Executive , you will: Manage a portfolio of mid-level trusts, foundations and other funders. Lead on drafting and submitting compelling funding applications. Support the stewardship of high-value funders, including visits and meetings. Research and qualify new funding prospects to grow the pipeline. Produce clear, timely impact and financial reports with colleagues across care, finance and services. Maintain accurate records and pipelines on the CRM, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and charity standards. Work closely with the Senior Philanthropy and Major Gifts Manager and wider fundraising team, with scope to develop towards major donors and other income streams. This is a collaborative role based at St John's Wood, with hybrid working and regular contact with colleagues, senior management and trustees. What we're looking for Experience in trusts and foundations fundraising. A record of securing four-figure and above grants. Confident prospect research and analytical skills. Ability to manage a busy workload and competing deadlines accurately. Experience using CRM systems. Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering with UWS, an award-winning global education organisation bringing community-led schooling to some of the world s most remote populations. Following a record-breaking year and the launch of their ambitious Programmes Strategy, UWS is entering a hugely exciting phase of growth and they re now seeking a strategic, relationship-driven Senior Philanthropy Manager to help shape the next chapter. The Opportunity As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will lead and evolve UWS high-value giving strategy, driving transformational income and long-term supporter engagement. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on major donor fundraising. You will: Lead and deliver the Philanthropy Strategy in line with organisational priorities Personally manage and grow a portfolio generating c. £500k £1m p.a. Secure six-figure and multi-year gifts Develop compelling, visionary cases for support aligned to UWS global education mission Work closely with trustees, senior leaders and global colleagues to unlock new high-value networks Line manage and develop the Events & Philanthropy Manager, ensuring events are strategically aligned cultivation tools You ll oversee forecasting, pipeline development, KPIs and budget management ensuring philanthropy at UWS is both ambitious and operationally robust. What UWS Are Looking For UWS are seeking a philanthropy leader who brings: A proven track record of delivering at least £500k+ p.a. within major donor programmes Personal success securing six-figure gifts Experience building and managing strong donor pipelines Confidence working with trustees, senior stakeholders and high-net-worth individuals Strategic planning capability alongside strong delivery focus Line management experience or strong coaching capability Experience within an international NGO or global development context would be advantageous, as would exposure to high-value events or development boards. Above all, they are looking for someone who can cultivate transformational relationships and confidently lead a high-value programme through its next phase of growth. Key Details Location: London (Hybrid 2 days per week in office) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive Reports to: Executive Director of Fundraising & Communications Line management: 1 direct report (Events & Philanthropy Manager) Closing date: 9am, Monday 16th March Interviews: w/c 23rd March (1st stage) and w/c 30th March (2nd stage) DBS required As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Harris Hill are delighted to be partnering with UWS, an award-winning global education organisation bringing community-led schooling to some of the world s most remote populations. Following a record-breaking year and the launch of their ambitious Programmes Strategy, UWS is entering a hugely exciting phase of growth and they re now seeking a strategic, relationship-driven Senior Philanthropy Manager to help shape the next chapter. The Opportunity As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will lead and evolve UWS high-value giving strategy, driving transformational income and long-term supporter engagement. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on major donor fundraising. You will: Lead and deliver the Philanthropy Strategy in line with organisational priorities Personally manage and grow a portfolio generating c. £500k £1m p.a. Secure six-figure and multi-year gifts Develop compelling, visionary cases for support aligned to UWS global education mission Work closely with trustees, senior leaders and global colleagues to unlock new high-value networks Line manage and develop the Events & Philanthropy Manager, ensuring events are strategically aligned cultivation tools You ll oversee forecasting, pipeline development, KPIs and budget management ensuring philanthropy at UWS is both ambitious and operationally robust. What UWS Are Looking For UWS are seeking a philanthropy leader who brings: A proven track record of delivering at least £500k+ p.a. within major donor programmes Personal success securing six-figure gifts Experience building and managing strong donor pipelines Confidence working with trustees, senior stakeholders and high-net-worth individuals Strategic planning capability alongside strong delivery focus Line management experience or strong coaching capability Experience within an international NGO or global development context would be advantageous, as would exposure to high-value events or development boards. Above all, they are looking for someone who can cultivate transformational relationships and confidently lead a high-value programme through its next phase of growth. Key Details Location: London (Hybrid 2 days per week in office) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: Competitive Reports to: Executive Director of Fundraising & Communications Line management: 1 direct report (Events & Philanthropy Manager) Closing date: 9am, Monday 16th March Interviews: w/c 23rd March (1st stage) and w/c 30th March (2nd stage) DBS required As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp , Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Terms and Conditions PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER WITH YOUR APPLICATION To apply, scroll down this page and click apply now . For more information and a copy of the candidate briefing pack please click here Interview date : 1st stage w/c 6th April and 2nd stage w/c 20 April Staff benefits include free staff parking, and more read more below About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
We have big ambition, and our organisation strategy reflects this. As Senior Trust Fundraising Manager, your role will focus on securing five- and six-figure gifts from grant-giving trusts and foundations. You will provide exceptional stewardship to those trusts with whom we have existing relationships, whilst researching and cultivating new prospects to maximise income, value, and influence for The Children s Trust. This role will be key in enabling us to strengthen long term financial sustainability, through multi-year funding relationships and to drive restricted and unrestricted income to realise the strategy for 2030. Skills and Responsibilities To develop relationships to secure gifts and grants from Corporate Foundations, Trusts and statutory grant makers to achieve income targets. Responsibilities include: Prospect Research: Identify and develop a pipeline of opportunities from grant-giving trusts and foundations. Use internal database, online resources, desk research, and contact mapping to identify new funder opportunities. Review trusts and foundations funding criteria to grow the prospect pipeline. Develop a thorough understanding of our work and future developments to identify new funding opportunities. Submitting grant applications: Create compelling and persuasive funding appeals. Complete grant application forms and follow application processes as required. Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the wider charity to articulate our work and build strong funding propositions. Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead and manage the Trusts and Philanthropy Executive by developing skills, conducting appraisals and overseeing ongoing development. Lead & steward a portfolio of existing charitable trusts and foundations, and cultivate new potential donors, ensuring their support is recognised and celebrated. Ensure funders are thanked promptly and that grant terms and conditions are applied. Provide progress reports and manage all formal reporting requirements on time. Build relationships in person, by phone, email, or virtual meetings to secure long-term commitment. Identify opportunities for funders to meet key staff and attend events and site visits that strengthen their relationship with the charity. Implement the High Value Donor Stewardship Plan. Take a proactive role in developing assets such as appeals and cultivation events. Work with colleagues across the charity to monitor and evaluate funded projects, producing reports that demonstrate impact. Administration and Reporting: Manage trust prospects and donors on the CRM database, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with fundraising regulations. Budget management, cost control forecasting and taking corrective action to achieve budgets. Use the CRM database to manage task actions , prioritise and evaluate opportunities, and record funder interactions. Manage and develop a portfolio of high value relationships. Liaise with colleagues to ensure grant applications are coordinated across the organisation. Terms and Conditions PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER WITH YOUR APPLICATION To apply, scroll down this page and click apply now . For more information and a copy of the candidate briefing pack please click here Interview date : 1st stage w/c 6th April and 2nd stage w/c 20 April Staff benefits include free staff parking, and more read more below About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits on our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer to cover the Yorkshire region and inspire their network to join our mission to feed more children. We require someone to be based in or a short commutable distance to cover the region. As the Regional Development Officer for Yorkshire, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the Head of England and Wales you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the Head of England and Wales to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow the instructions on Charity Job. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for applications is Friday, 27 March. Interviews will commence week commencing 30th March. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer to cover the Yorkshire region and inspire their network to join our mission to feed more children. We require someone to be based in or a short commutable distance to cover the region. As the Regional Development Officer for Yorkshire, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the Head of England and Wales you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the Head of England and Wales to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow the instructions on Charity Job. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for applications is Friday, 27 March. Interviews will commence week commencing 30th March. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Location: Reading, Hybrid (twice a month to Reading office) Hours: Full time Salary: £41,344 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Campaign Closes: 10th April 2026 Interviews: First stage interviews, WC 20th April. Second Stage interviews WC 27th April. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible. Core Purpose The Philanthropy Manager will play a critical role in Make-A-Wish UK s growing Philanthropy team. You will be responsible for building meaningful relationships with high-net-worth individuals and Trusts and Foundations, increasing income, engagement and stewardship, with a focus on developing new relationships with funders. You will also drive key growth through leadership of the Small Trust Mailing and Philanthropy Mid-Value Programmes, utilising insights and best practice to implement new strategies and streamline ways of working. Job requirements Essential Criteria Experience in working within a Philanthropy Team, with proven success in securing multiple five figure gifts from both high-net-worth individuals and Trusts and Foundations Strong experience cultivating cold and/or new prospects and converting them into five figure + donors Experience conducting targeted prospect research, identifying new funders against a set criteria or proposition Demonstrable track record of creating and implementing successful, data-informed plans resulting in increased income Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to influence, inspire and engage both internal and external stakeholders at a wide range of levels Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information in compelling ways tailored to different audiences Highly organised and demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines within a fast-paced environment Proficiency in using CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) to manage pipelines, analyse data, and generate reports Knowledge of UK fundraising regulation, ethics and trends affecting high-net-worth individuals and Trusts and Foundations fundraising Strong attention to detail, numeracy and analytical skills, with experience building financial proposals, income forecasts and donor investment cases Desirable Criteria Previous experience running high-value mailing programmes Track-record of securing both restricted and unrestricted income Previous experience recruiting and managing giving club members Experience of working collaboratively with a Prospect Research function, sharing responsibilities and communicating effectively Experience working in a rapidly growing team, managing organisational expectations and flexibly capitalising on emerging opportunities Job responsibilities Relationship Management, Stewardship and New Business Personally build and manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and Trust and Foundation prospects and donors, giving between £10,000-£50,000. Lead personalised and effective cultivation, asks, engagement and stewardship for your portfolio. Contribute to the development of compelling and attractive propositions to increase giving and/or recruit new high value supporters. Work effectively with internal and external influencers to engage supporters and create magical moments, bringing them closer to Make-A-Wish UK s work. Manage donor agreements and grant terms and conditions, ensuring compliance and best practice. Work collaboratively with the Prospect Development Lead to identify new prospective funders, as well as conducting your own prospect research in line with agreed key priorities, sectors or themes. Ensure data is accurate and up to date on our CRM to support effective pipeline management and draw insights. Strategy, Planning and Delivery of Mid-Level Programmes Build on the design and implementation of a new personalised Philanthropy Mid-Value programme for supporters giving £1-£10K, with the aims of securing, retaining and growing support. Lead on enhancing the existing Small Trusts Mailing programme, effectively implementing streamlined processes to increase ROI. Collaborate with the Philanthropy Team, and other teams where needed, to forecast income, set targets, and manage your pipeline budget. Work closely with the Prospect Development Lead to draw insights, and implement these across the mid-value programmes. Continuously review programme success and efficiency, reporting on progress, identifying successes and learnings, as well as progress against KPIs and income targets. Collaboration & Influence Champion a philanthropic mindset across Make-A-Wish UK, acting as an ambassador for the power and value of Major Donor and Trusts and Foundations fundraising. Work closely with other teams, including Finance, wishgranting, Insight and Innovation, and Brand Communications and Engagement, to build budgets, report on impact and cultivate, engage, ask and steward your portfolio. Act as an ambassador for Make-A-Wish UK at external events, such as high-level fundraising networks, sector forums and conferences. Job benefits 26 days annual leave with the option to buy/sell annual leave (pro rata for part time) Paid Birthday leave Flexible & Hybrid working arrangements Salary exchange pension scheme Paid volunteering days Pirkx subscription - Access to wellbeing support, GP appointments, training and events, retail discount platform, and much more! Cycle to work initiative
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Location: Reading, Hybrid (twice a month to Reading office) Hours: Full time Salary: £41,344 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Campaign Closes: 10th April 2026 Interviews: First stage interviews, WC 20th April. Second Stage interviews WC 27th April. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible. Core Purpose The Philanthropy Manager will play a critical role in Make-A-Wish UK s growing Philanthropy team. You will be responsible for building meaningful relationships with high-net-worth individuals and Trusts and Foundations, increasing income, engagement and stewardship, with a focus on developing new relationships with funders. You will also drive key growth through leadership of the Small Trust Mailing and Philanthropy Mid-Value Programmes, utilising insights and best practice to implement new strategies and streamline ways of working. Job requirements Essential Criteria Experience in working within a Philanthropy Team, with proven success in securing multiple five figure gifts from both high-net-worth individuals and Trusts and Foundations Strong experience cultivating cold and/or new prospects and converting them into five figure + donors Experience conducting targeted prospect research, identifying new funders against a set criteria or proposition Demonstrable track record of creating and implementing successful, data-informed plans resulting in increased income Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to influence, inspire and engage both internal and external stakeholders at a wide range of levels Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information in compelling ways tailored to different audiences Highly organised and demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and deliver to deadlines within a fast-paced environment Proficiency in using CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) to manage pipelines, analyse data, and generate reports Knowledge of UK fundraising regulation, ethics and trends affecting high-net-worth individuals and Trusts and Foundations fundraising Strong attention to detail, numeracy and analytical skills, with experience building financial proposals, income forecasts and donor investment cases Desirable Criteria Previous experience running high-value mailing programmes Track-record of securing both restricted and unrestricted income Previous experience recruiting and managing giving club members Experience of working collaboratively with a Prospect Research function, sharing responsibilities and communicating effectively Experience working in a rapidly growing team, managing organisational expectations and flexibly capitalising on emerging opportunities Job responsibilities Relationship Management, Stewardship and New Business Personally build and manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and Trust and Foundation prospects and donors, giving between £10,000-£50,000. Lead personalised and effective cultivation, asks, engagement and stewardship for your portfolio. Contribute to the development of compelling and attractive propositions to increase giving and/or recruit new high value supporters. Work effectively with internal and external influencers to engage supporters and create magical moments, bringing them closer to Make-A-Wish UK s work. Manage donor agreements and grant terms and conditions, ensuring compliance and best practice. Work collaboratively with the Prospect Development Lead to identify new prospective funders, as well as conducting your own prospect research in line with agreed key priorities, sectors or themes. Ensure data is accurate and up to date on our CRM to support effective pipeline management and draw insights. Strategy, Planning and Delivery of Mid-Level Programmes Build on the design and implementation of a new personalised Philanthropy Mid-Value programme for supporters giving £1-£10K, with the aims of securing, retaining and growing support. Lead on enhancing the existing Small Trusts Mailing programme, effectively implementing streamlined processes to increase ROI. Collaborate with the Philanthropy Team, and other teams where needed, to forecast income, set targets, and manage your pipeline budget. Work closely with the Prospect Development Lead to draw insights, and implement these across the mid-value programmes. Continuously review programme success and efficiency, reporting on progress, identifying successes and learnings, as well as progress against KPIs and income targets. Collaboration & Influence Champion a philanthropic mindset across Make-A-Wish UK, acting as an ambassador for the power and value of Major Donor and Trusts and Foundations fundraising. Work closely with other teams, including Finance, wishgranting, Insight and Innovation, and Brand Communications and Engagement, to build budgets, report on impact and cultivate, engage, ask and steward your portfolio. Act as an ambassador for Make-A-Wish UK at external events, such as high-level fundraising networks, sector forums and conferences. Job benefits 26 days annual leave with the option to buy/sell annual leave (pro rata for part time) Paid Birthday leave Flexible & Hybrid working arrangements Salary exchange pension scheme Paid volunteering days Pirkx subscription - Access to wellbeing support, GP appointments, training and events, retail discount platform, and much more! Cycle to work initiative
Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer Bowel Cancer UK is the UK s leading bowel cancer charity. We re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care. We currently have employees working across four nations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we re in a privileged position to be able to deliver our ambitious new strategy, On a Mission. There are huge challenges facing bowel cancer patients across the UK and our community needs us now more than ever. We re building a strong and united team to bring us closer to a world where nobody dies of bowel cancer. Job Summary We re looking for an ambitious and energetic Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to join our small but mighty Partnerships and Philanthropy fundraising team. The team is made up of eight fundraisers focusing on securing high-value gifts with big impact, both from companies and from trusts and foundations. Our perfect candidate will have experience in account management and/or new business, either within the charity or corporate sectors. We re looking for someone with the confidence in securing, growing and managing a diverse fundraising portfolio. We want you to manage and land win-win partnerships that will make the biggest difference. You ll be a proactive self-starter with creative flair who has strong attention to detail and excellent account management, relationship building, pitching and writing skills. Success in the role will be measured through income targets, partnership satisfaction and engagement levels, renewal rates and contribution to long-term strategic goals. In this job, you ll work closely with the Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager and wider corporate partnerships team to deliver excellent account management and driving renewals and growth, by providing our partners with an inspiring supporter experience. You ll also have a new business target, to seek and secure innovative new partnerships with high-value companies. Your portfolio may include Charity-of-the-Year collaborations, nationwide campaign-based partnerships, multi-year partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, sponsorship and Cause Related Marketing (CRM) opportunities. You'll be joining us on our ambitious and exciting journey, to win more of and grow our strategic, high-value partnerships. You ll be instrumental in helping our team to reach our ambitious fundraising targets and ultimately improve the lives of everyone affected by bowel cancer. Safeguarding Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at Bowel Cancer UK we are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates may be subject to either a satisfactory basic, standard or enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dependent upon the role.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer Bowel Cancer UK is the UK s leading bowel cancer charity. We re determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care. We currently have employees working across four nations in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we re in a privileged position to be able to deliver our ambitious new strategy, On a Mission. There are huge challenges facing bowel cancer patients across the UK and our community needs us now more than ever. We re building a strong and united team to bring us closer to a world where nobody dies of bowel cancer. Job Summary We re looking for an ambitious and energetic Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer to join our small but mighty Partnerships and Philanthropy fundraising team. The team is made up of eight fundraisers focusing on securing high-value gifts with big impact, both from companies and from trusts and foundations. Our perfect candidate will have experience in account management and/or new business, either within the charity or corporate sectors. We re looking for someone with the confidence in securing, growing and managing a diverse fundraising portfolio. We want you to manage and land win-win partnerships that will make the biggest difference. You ll be a proactive self-starter with creative flair who has strong attention to detail and excellent account management, relationship building, pitching and writing skills. Success in the role will be measured through income targets, partnership satisfaction and engagement levels, renewal rates and contribution to long-term strategic goals. In this job, you ll work closely with the Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager, Corporate Partnerships Manager and wider corporate partnerships team to deliver excellent account management and driving renewals and growth, by providing our partners with an inspiring supporter experience. You ll also have a new business target, to seek and secure innovative new partnerships with high-value companies. Your portfolio may include Charity-of-the-Year collaborations, nationwide campaign-based partnerships, multi-year partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, sponsorship and Cause Related Marketing (CRM) opportunities. You'll be joining us on our ambitious and exciting journey, to win more of and grow our strategic, high-value partnerships. You ll be instrumental in helping our team to reach our ambitious fundraising targets and ultimately improve the lives of everyone affected by bowel cancer. Safeguarding Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and at Bowel Cancer UK we are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates may be subject to either a satisfactory basic, standard or enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) dependent upon the role.
Reporting to the Associate Director of Fundraising, the Corporate Fundraising Manager will lead on the development and delivery of an ambitious strategy to grow corporate fundraising income for The National Brain Appeal. The role will have a particular focus on securing new business, identifying and cultivating relationships with major corporate partners, and building a strong pipeline of opportunities. Working closely with colleagues across the philanthropy team, the postholder will develop compelling funding propositions, approach prospective partners, and negotiate and secure significant corporate partnerships. This is a senior role within the team requiring a proactive and strategic individual with a strong track record in new business development, and the confidence to engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to shape and expand the charity s corporate income, contributing directly to the delivery of transformational projects in neurology and neuroscience.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Reporting to the Associate Director of Fundraising, the Corporate Fundraising Manager will lead on the development and delivery of an ambitious strategy to grow corporate fundraising income for The National Brain Appeal. The role will have a particular focus on securing new business, identifying and cultivating relationships with major corporate partners, and building a strong pipeline of opportunities. Working closely with colleagues across the philanthropy team, the postholder will develop compelling funding propositions, approach prospective partners, and negotiate and secure significant corporate partnerships. This is a senior role within the team requiring a proactive and strategic individual with a strong track record in new business development, and the confidence to engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to shape and expand the charity s corporate income, contributing directly to the delivery of transformational projects in neurology and neuroscience.
Senior Philanthropy Officer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Senior Philanthropy Officer Location UK Wide £37,142 per annum (pro rata for part time) Ref: 123REC Full time 37.5 hours per week we are happy to talk flexible working Base: Hybrid with the opportunity to work at your nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Hub around the UK Contract: Permanent Disclosure: A DBS is not required for this position as the post holder will not be working with school and community groups in the region. ABOUT THE ROLE Team: Fundraising and Supporter Engagement, Philanthropy and Partnerships team As the Senior Philanthropy Officer, you will join a motivated, passionate and supportive fundraising team. You will work closely with specialists across all areas of fundraising and, supported by our Philanthropy Manager, you will take the lead on managing relationships with high value funders who support the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. In this role, you will lead on developing strong strategic relationships with Trusts and Foundations and high value supporters. You will create clear and engaging funding proposals, that involve multiple stakeholders and deliver face-to-face presentations when required. A key part of your work will be developing relationship building strategies and creating tailored funder experiences. Your contribution will help secure long-term funding and strengthen the impact of the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. What You ll Be Doing Lead the stewardship of high value funders and provide clear, consistent and meaningful engagement. Develop and manage strategic relationships with major Trusts and Foundations to build long-term partnerships. Lead on securing significant grant income by creating compelling proposals at the five and six figure level. Carry out proactive prospect research to identify new funding opportunities and strengthen the funding pipeline. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing compelling proposals and impact reports, thinking creatively, problem solving and putting themselves in the shoes of our high-value funders. ABOUT YOU We re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don t need to meet every requirement if you feel you d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Proven experience of securing new income and building partnerships through cold approaches to Trusts and Foundations or other high value donors. Experience of producing persuasive high-value proposals and impact-focused reports for new and existing Trust and Foundations and high value donor supporters. Experience of developing stewardship/relationship building strategies and creating tailored donor experiences. Proven experience of managing high-value funder/donor relationships The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. LIVING OUR VALUES At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we re a values driven organisation. We re looking for people who are: Always Learning curious, open minded and committed to continuous improvement. Championing Equity inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed. Taking Ownership proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better. Delivering Together collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success. Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully. WHAT WE OFFER We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life. Wellbeing Support 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about Free, confidential support service available 24/7 Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme Financial Benefits Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays. Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Bike, computer and season ticket loans Discount benefits London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London). Death in Service benefit 3 x annual Salary Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Application deadline: 23:59, 29 March 2026 Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 06 April 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form. We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Philanthropy Officer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Senior Philanthropy Officer Location UK Wide £37,142 per annum (pro rata for part time) Ref: 123REC Full time 37.5 hours per week we are happy to talk flexible working Base: Hybrid with the opportunity to work at your nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Hub around the UK Contract: Permanent Disclosure: A DBS is not required for this position as the post holder will not be working with school and community groups in the region. ABOUT THE ROLE Team: Fundraising and Supporter Engagement, Philanthropy and Partnerships team As the Senior Philanthropy Officer, you will join a motivated, passionate and supportive fundraising team. You will work closely with specialists across all areas of fundraising and, supported by our Philanthropy Manager, you will take the lead on managing relationships with high value funders who support the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. In this role, you will lead on developing strong strategic relationships with Trusts and Foundations and high value supporters. You will create clear and engaging funding proposals, that involve multiple stakeholders and deliver face-to-face presentations when required. A key part of your work will be developing relationship building strategies and creating tailored funder experiences. Your contribution will help secure long-term funding and strengthen the impact of the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. What You ll Be Doing Lead the stewardship of high value funders and provide clear, consistent and meaningful engagement. Develop and manage strategic relationships with major Trusts and Foundations to build long-term partnerships. Lead on securing significant grant income by creating compelling proposals at the five and six figure level. Carry out proactive prospect research to identify new funding opportunities and strengthen the funding pipeline. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing compelling proposals and impact reports, thinking creatively, problem solving and putting themselves in the shoes of our high-value funders. ABOUT YOU We re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don t need to meet every requirement if you feel you d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Proven experience of securing new income and building partnerships through cold approaches to Trusts and Foundations or other high value donors. Experience of producing persuasive high-value proposals and impact-focused reports for new and existing Trust and Foundations and high value donor supporters. Experience of developing stewardship/relationship building strategies and creating tailored donor experiences. Proven experience of managing high-value funder/donor relationships The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. LIVING OUR VALUES At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we re a values driven organisation. We re looking for people who are: Always Learning curious, open minded and committed to continuous improvement. Championing Equity inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed. Taking Ownership proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better. Delivering Together collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success. Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully. WHAT WE OFFER We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life. Wellbeing Support 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about Free, confidential support service available 24/7 Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme Financial Benefits Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays. Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Bike, computer and season ticket loans Discount benefits London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London). Death in Service benefit 3 x annual Salary Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Application deadline: 23:59, 29 March 2026 Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 06 April 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form. We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
Prospectus is pleased to be supporting our client to recruit a new Senior Individual Giving Manager. The organisation is ranked among the world's top orchestras and is Resident Orchestra at the Barbican. This is a full-time, permanent role paying a salary of £45,000-£50,000. The postholder will be working in a hybrid model from their offices in London. The Senior Individual Giving manager will lead a successful team to develop and implement the overall Individual Giving strategy. This will involve agreeing and monitoring annual individual giving income and expenditure budget and the postholder will deliver appealing stewardship programmes for supporters to include regular communications, personalised ticketing, and event opportunities. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, you will oversee the successful delivery and growth of the Friends and young Patrons schemes and will plan a regular calendar of engagement and cultivation opportunities. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in major donor fundraising, including building Essential relationships with high-net-worth individuals and securing five and six-figure gifts. They are looking for someone with experience of managing a team and a busy portfolio of generous donors. You will ideally also have experience collaborating with senior volunteers, with the ability to attend regular events outside of normal working hours. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Prospectus is pleased to be supporting our client to recruit a new Senior Individual Giving Manager. The organisation is ranked among the world's top orchestras and is Resident Orchestra at the Barbican. This is a full-time, permanent role paying a salary of £45,000-£50,000. The postholder will be working in a hybrid model from their offices in London. The Senior Individual Giving manager will lead a successful team to develop and implement the overall Individual Giving strategy. This will involve agreeing and monitoring annual individual giving income and expenditure budget and the postholder will deliver appealing stewardship programmes for supporters to include regular communications, personalised ticketing, and event opportunities. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, you will oversee the successful delivery and growth of the Friends and young Patrons schemes and will plan a regular calendar of engagement and cultivation opportunities. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in major donor fundraising, including building Essential relationships with high-net-worth individuals and securing five and six-figure gifts. They are looking for someone with experience of managing a team and a busy portfolio of generous donors. You will ideally also have experience collaborating with senior volunteers, with the ability to attend regular events outside of normal working hours. At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Relationship Manager Marylebone, London (Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Salary: £35,000 + benefits Prospectus is thrilled to be working with an ambitious organisation that is transforming the landscape of modern philanthropy. As a fast-moving, award-winning charity working with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and dynamic charitable projects, they are driven by their mission to make giving easier. They are looking for a Relationship Manager to join their team, someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, brings energy and initiative, and is excited to take ownership of a varied and meaningful portfolio of work. If you're motivated by problem-solving, enjoy making sense of complexity, and want to see the real-world result of your work, you'll fit right in. What You'll Do Build good relationships with clients and intermediaries. Oversee financial administration including reconciliations, payment processing, budgeting, and cashflow management. Review, assess, and summarise grant applications and project reports. Carry out due diligence in accordance with UK charitable law and regulatory requirements. Analyse complex information, spot risks, and ensure proper compliance throughout. Maintain detailed internal processes while adapting to a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Support external communications, produce impact materials, and represent Prism at events. Who We're Looking For A few years' experience in a relationship management or client-facing role. Background in grant making or grant management. Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail and compliance. Ability to digest, evaluate, and summarise large amounts of information clearly. What you'll bring: A proactive, can-do mindset. Strong communication skills. Excellent organisation and attention to detail. Comfortable with change, pace, and evolving structures. Why This Organisation? Work alongside experts shaping the future of philanthropy. Be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and high-performing team. Enjoy variety, challenge, and ownership of your work. Spend your days enabling real social impact. Clear career progression. Based in vibrant Marylebone with hybrid working. If you're driven, adaptable, analytical, and analytical, we would love to hear from you. CV's and cover letters are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please don't delay in applying.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Relationship Manager Marylebone, London (Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Salary: £35,000 + benefits Prospectus is thrilled to be working with an ambitious organisation that is transforming the landscape of modern philanthropy. As a fast-moving, award-winning charity working with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and dynamic charitable projects, they are driven by their mission to make giving easier. They are looking for a Relationship Manager to join their team, someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment, brings energy and initiative, and is excited to take ownership of a varied and meaningful portfolio of work. If you're motivated by problem-solving, enjoy making sense of complexity, and want to see the real-world result of your work, you'll fit right in. What You'll Do Build good relationships with clients and intermediaries. Oversee financial administration including reconciliations, payment processing, budgeting, and cashflow management. Review, assess, and summarise grant applications and project reports. Carry out due diligence in accordance with UK charitable law and regulatory requirements. Analyse complex information, spot risks, and ensure proper compliance throughout. Maintain detailed internal processes while adapting to a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Support external communications, produce impact materials, and represent Prism at events. Who We're Looking For A few years' experience in a relationship management or client-facing role. Background in grant making or grant management. Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail and compliance. Ability to digest, evaluate, and summarise large amounts of information clearly. What you'll bring: A proactive, can-do mindset. Strong communication skills. Excellent organisation and attention to detail. Comfortable with change, pace, and evolving structures. Why This Organisation? Work alongside experts shaping the future of philanthropy. Be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and high-performing team. Enjoy variety, challenge, and ownership of your work. Spend your days enabling real social impact. Clear career progression. Based in vibrant Marylebone with hybrid working. If you're driven, adaptable, analytical, and analytical, we would love to hear from you. CV's and cover letters are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please don't delay in applying.
Head of proposition development When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. About the Role We are looking for a Head of Proposition Development to join us on a six month fixed term contract, to lead the creation of compelling, strategic fundraising propositions that will help Sense secure significant funding across multiple income streams. This is a full time, hybrid role working 2-3 days on site at our offices in Kings Cross, London. Working across a large and complex organisation, you will collaborate with fundraisers, programme leads and senior stakeholders to develop clear and powerful narratives about our work. You will translate our strategy into fundable opportunities and persuasive cases for support, ensuring our fundraisers have the tools they need to secure transformational funding. You will also establish strong impact tracking and reporting frameworks, enabling us to demonstrate the difference our supporters make and strengthen long-term relationships. This role offers the opportunity to work across the organisation, bringing together strategy, storytelling, data and impact to help grow sustainable income. Key Responsibilities Develop compelling cross-organisational fundraising propositions aligned with Sense s strategic priorities. Translate complex programmes and budgets into clear, persuasive cases for support. Work closely with fundraisers and programme teams to identify fundable projects and opportunities. Create toolkits, collateral and resources to support high-quality fundraising proposals and pitches. Develop frameworks for impact reporting and stewardship, ensuring we clearly demonstrate the difference supporters make. Lead cross-functional projects and collaborate with teams across the organisation. Track and analyse proposition performance to optimise fundraising outcomes. Develop engaging storytelling and supporter-facing content that resonates with a range of audiences, from individual donors to major funders. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and organisational policies. About You We re looking for a creative and strategic communicator who can turn complex programmes into powerful and persuasive fundraising propositions. You ll be highly organised, collaborative and comfortable working across multiple teams to bring ideas to life. You will bring: A proven track record of developing transformational fundraising propositions, ideally within philanthropy, major gifts, trusts & foundations or corporate partnerships. Exceptional writing, editing and presentation skills. Strong storytelling ability combined with analytical thinking. Experience translating complex programmes and budgets into clear, fundable propositions. Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience developing impact reporting frameworks and stewardship materials. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across teams. Experience with CRM systems (ideally MS Dynamics) and strong data analysis skills would be advantageous. About Sense We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader. Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement. To apply Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview, in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying. Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role. For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Head of proposition development When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. About the Role We are looking for a Head of Proposition Development to join us on a six month fixed term contract, to lead the creation of compelling, strategic fundraising propositions that will help Sense secure significant funding across multiple income streams. This is a full time, hybrid role working 2-3 days on site at our offices in Kings Cross, London. Working across a large and complex organisation, you will collaborate with fundraisers, programme leads and senior stakeholders to develop clear and powerful narratives about our work. You will translate our strategy into fundable opportunities and persuasive cases for support, ensuring our fundraisers have the tools they need to secure transformational funding. You will also establish strong impact tracking and reporting frameworks, enabling us to demonstrate the difference our supporters make and strengthen long-term relationships. This role offers the opportunity to work across the organisation, bringing together strategy, storytelling, data and impact to help grow sustainable income. Key Responsibilities Develop compelling cross-organisational fundraising propositions aligned with Sense s strategic priorities. Translate complex programmes and budgets into clear, persuasive cases for support. Work closely with fundraisers and programme teams to identify fundable projects and opportunities. Create toolkits, collateral and resources to support high-quality fundraising proposals and pitches. Develop frameworks for impact reporting and stewardship, ensuring we clearly demonstrate the difference supporters make. Lead cross-functional projects and collaborate with teams across the organisation. Track and analyse proposition performance to optimise fundraising outcomes. Develop engaging storytelling and supporter-facing content that resonates with a range of audiences, from individual donors to major funders. Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and organisational policies. About You We re looking for a creative and strategic communicator who can turn complex programmes into powerful and persuasive fundraising propositions. You ll be highly organised, collaborative and comfortable working across multiple teams to bring ideas to life. You will bring: A proven track record of developing transformational fundraising propositions, ideally within philanthropy, major gifts, trusts & foundations or corporate partnerships. Exceptional writing, editing and presentation skills. Strong storytelling ability combined with analytical thinking. Experience translating complex programmes and budgets into clear, fundable propositions. Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience developing impact reporting frameworks and stewardship materials. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across teams. Experience with CRM systems (ideally MS Dynamics) and strong data analysis skills would be advantageous. About Sense We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader. Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement. To apply Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview, in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying. Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role. For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer for South Coast, London. In this role, covering postcodes KT, GU, SO, PO, BH, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals igniting enthusiasm, inspiring action, and helping people across your region join our mission and help feed more children. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the London and South East Lead, you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the London and South East Lead to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach. Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow instructions on the Charity Job website. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK and be based in or within short commutable distance of the region covered in the role. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for application is Thursday, 26 March at 5pm. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Interviews will commence week beginning 30 March . Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Mary s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We offer more than just a career, we offer the opportunity to support our global movement in a dynamic and inclusive environment with a real focus on personal development. We are looking for a Regional Development Officer for South Coast, London. In this role, covering postcodes KT, GU, SO, PO, BH, you will be a warm, visible ambassador for Mary s Meals igniting enthusiasm, inspiring action, and helping people across your region join our mission and help feed more children. By building genuine, values driven relationships and using insight to guide your priorities, you ll nurture local networks, identify high potential opportunities, and confidently grow income, participation, and supporter engagement. Through strategic, outward facing work, you ll turn first conversations into committed, long term support that strengthens our movement and fuels our mission. Working closely with the London and South East Lead, you will co-create and deliver a tailored local growth plan that reflects your region's communities and opportunities. You will represent Mary s Meals across schools, churches, corporates and community partners and play a pivotal role in activating supporters, mobilising volunteers, and sharing compelling local stories. Operating with high autonomy, you will use insights and data to focus on high potential and growth areas, and collaborate closely with our Philanthropy & Partnerships, Supporter Experience and Communications teams to deliver seamless supporter journeys and strong storytelling. Everything you do will reflect Mary s Meals warmth and dignity, helping us reach more children through relationship-led growth. Key responsibilities include Work with the London and South East Lead to design and deliver a clear, insight driven local growth plan with defined priorities, income drivers, volunteer mobilisation efforts, and visibility activities. Use data, local insight, and regional understanding to focus your time where growth potential is strongest. Balance relationship building with a proactive, opportunity-led approach, identifying new supporters, networks, and partnerships and developing them from prospective supporters into committed donors. To create the conditions for a volunteer Deputy and a motivated volunteer network to confidently lead talks, events, introductions and other activities that broaden our reach. Empower volunteers through clear delegation, coaching, and recognition, ensuring they feel confident and aligned with Mary s Meals mission and values. Inspire and back volunteers to own the mission. Spot people with energy and networks, invite their ideas, give light-touch support and tools, and celebrate their impact so they bring others into our movement. Represent Mary s Meals throughout your region with confidence and authenticity, engaging schools, parishes, community groups, businesses, and local networks. Deliver talks, small events, parish visits, school assemblies, partner meetings, local networking engagements, and other targeted activities that grow income, participation, and visibility. Make confident, values-led asks that move supporters from interest to action across giving, volunteering, and awareness raising. Actively network across your region to identify new prospects, initiate first meetings, and follow up quickly and purposefully. Collaborate closely with the Philanthropy & Partnerships team on key opportunities and ensuring the donor is at the heart of each stewardship decision. Build a diverse pipeline of leads, opportunities, and partnerships reflective of your regions communities and faith landscape. Work closely across the organisation to ensure your regional activity feels seamless and aligned, collaborating with Supporter Experience so that journeys, thanking and stewardship feel warm and timely; with Creative Communications to deliver compelling local storytelling; with Philanthropy & Partnerships to coordinate opportunities for major donors and corporates; and with the Volunteer Manager to strengthen mobilisation and development across your region. Proactively translate and tailor national messages and campaigns for regional audiences using templates, supporter stories, and local successes. Spot and share regional stories, images, results, and moments of advocacy to enhance national storytelling. Strengthen local visibility by cultivating community connectors and being confident in supporting and delivering appropriate local media engagement in coordination with Comms colleagues. To apply for the role of Regional Development Officer based at Mary s Meals UK, please follow instructions on the Charity Job website. Applicants must hold full right to work in the UK and be based in or within short commutable distance of the region covered in the role. We welcome applications from candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse charity providing a supportive place for you to do the best and most rewarding work of your career. Closing date for application is Thursday, 26 March at 5pm. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Interviews will commence week beginning 30 March . Please note: If you have any special requirements or adjustments before an interview, please let us know.
Senior Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations) Salary: £52,000 per annum Permanent, full time Hybrid working (London-based office, minimum two days a week including Tuesdays) Are you ready to lead a thriving Trusts and Foundations portfolio that is already performing exceptionally well, with strong relationships, a robust pipeline, and compelling projects to fund? This is an exciting opportunity to shape long-term high-value income that will directly support people of all ages to receive compassionate end of life care. In this role, you will take forward an established income stream at a time of significant organisational growth. You will be supported by knowledgeable colleagues, an experienced Head of Philanthropy, and a capable Philanthropy Assistant whom you will line-manage. Together, you will craft powerful cases for support, nurture long-term relationships, and create funding opportunities that make a real impact. What you'll do Lead the Trusts & Foundations fundraising strategy to maximise income. Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value Trusts and grantmakers, including those with seven-figure potential. Research, develop and maintain a strong, long-term funding pipeline. Craft clear, compelling applications and cases for support. Build collaborative relationships with internal teams to shape project proposals and impact reporting. Provide insightful reporting, analysis and forecasting. Deliver exceptional stewardship and supporter care. Line manage and develop the Philanthropy Assistant. Uphold fundraising best practice and regulatory standards. Deputise for the Head of Philanthropy when required. What you'll bring Significant experience in securing high-value Trust and Foundation income, including six-figure and multi-year gifts. Strong ability to write persuasive, accessible applications and present complex ideas clearly. Proven skill in prospecting, researching and developing multi-year pipelines. A collaborative, proactive and persuasive approach to relationship building. Confidence using CRM systems to track, manage and report on income and KPIs. Ability to plan, forecast and support departmental budgeting. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence. A solutions-focused mindset and the ability to work autonomously. Commitment to inclusive, compassionate, collaborative and innovative ways of working. Proficiency with MS 365 and industry-standard research tools. What you'll be part of You will join a supportive, values-driven team focused on relationship-based fundraising. Working alongside colleagues across income generation, programmes and external affairs, you will play a crucial role in enabling vital services to thrive now and in the future. Benefits Pension with employer matching up to 7% Life assurance at three times salary Simplyhealth cash-plan scheme Cycle to work scheme Interest-free season ticket loan (post-probation) 25 days annual leave (rising with service) Hybrid working designed around trust, flexibility and wellbeing We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Philanthropy Manager (Trusts and Foundations) Salary: £52,000 per annum Permanent, full time Hybrid working (London-based office, minimum two days a week including Tuesdays) Are you ready to lead a thriving Trusts and Foundations portfolio that is already performing exceptionally well, with strong relationships, a robust pipeline, and compelling projects to fund? This is an exciting opportunity to shape long-term high-value income that will directly support people of all ages to receive compassionate end of life care. In this role, you will take forward an established income stream at a time of significant organisational growth. You will be supported by knowledgeable colleagues, an experienced Head of Philanthropy, and a capable Philanthropy Assistant whom you will line-manage. Together, you will craft powerful cases for support, nurture long-term relationships, and create funding opportunities that make a real impact. What you'll do Lead the Trusts & Foundations fundraising strategy to maximise income. Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value Trusts and grantmakers, including those with seven-figure potential. Research, develop and maintain a strong, long-term funding pipeline. Craft clear, compelling applications and cases for support. Build collaborative relationships with internal teams to shape project proposals and impact reporting. Provide insightful reporting, analysis and forecasting. Deliver exceptional stewardship and supporter care. Line manage and develop the Philanthropy Assistant. Uphold fundraising best practice and regulatory standards. Deputise for the Head of Philanthropy when required. What you'll bring Significant experience in securing high-value Trust and Foundation income, including six-figure and multi-year gifts. Strong ability to write persuasive, accessible applications and present complex ideas clearly. Proven skill in prospecting, researching and developing multi-year pipelines. A collaborative, proactive and persuasive approach to relationship building. Confidence using CRM systems to track, manage and report on income and KPIs. Ability to plan, forecast and support departmental budgeting. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence. A solutions-focused mindset and the ability to work autonomously. Commitment to inclusive, compassionate, collaborative and innovative ways of working. Proficiency with MS 365 and industry-standard research tools. What you'll be part of You will join a supportive, values-driven team focused on relationship-based fundraising. Working alongside colleagues across income generation, programmes and external affairs, you will play a crucial role in enabling vital services to thrive now and in the future. Benefits Pension with employer matching up to 7% Life assurance at three times salary Simplyhealth cash-plan scheme Cycle to work scheme Interest-free season ticket loan (post-probation) 25 days annual leave (rising with service) Hybrid working designed around trust, flexibility and wellbeing We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
In this exciting role you will be responsible for researching, cultivating and managing a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations at all levels, including those which have the potential to make grants up to and above 7 figures. Sitting in the Philanthropy Team of four, the team works really well together, both jointly and individually, with a focus on proactivity and ample autonomy. They have been very successful over the past few years in hitting targets and now theyre excited to be recruiting for a fourth team member. Their ethos is a relationship development approach to fundraising and youll find plenty of support for a values-based approach to income generation within the team. The role is hybrid with two days a week in the London office. The charity A national hospice charity fighting to ensure support is available to all who are in need of it. Benefits include pension, life assurance, health scheme and 25 days holiday The Role Lead the development and delivery of the Philanthropy strategy for Trusts & Foundations Develop and manage a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations to develop a sustainable income base for the charity Support the Philanthropy teams fundraising strategy through creative thinking, problem-solving, and the maintenance and use of CRM databases. Use networks, relationships and knowledge to generate income from Trusts and high value sources by identifying connections and new funding opportunities. The Candidate Proven track record of raising significant (e.g. six figures plus) single and multi-year gifts from Trusts and Grant makers. Experience of developing and writing compelling applications bids and cases for support Experience of successfully researching and building short, medium and long term funder pipelines to meet financial targets. Experience of effective and supportive line management IMPORTANT NOTE Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
In this exciting role you will be responsible for researching, cultivating and managing a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations at all levels, including those which have the potential to make grants up to and above 7 figures. Sitting in the Philanthropy Team of four, the team works really well together, both jointly and individually, with a focus on proactivity and ample autonomy. They have been very successful over the past few years in hitting targets and now theyre excited to be recruiting for a fourth team member. Their ethos is a relationship development approach to fundraising and youll find plenty of support for a values-based approach to income generation within the team. The role is hybrid with two days a week in the London office. The charity A national hospice charity fighting to ensure support is available to all who are in need of it. Benefits include pension, life assurance, health scheme and 25 days holiday The Role Lead the development and delivery of the Philanthropy strategy for Trusts & Foundations Develop and manage a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations to develop a sustainable income base for the charity Support the Philanthropy teams fundraising strategy through creative thinking, problem-solving, and the maintenance and use of CRM databases. Use networks, relationships and knowledge to generate income from Trusts and high value sources by identifying connections and new funding opportunities. The Candidate Proven track record of raising significant (e.g. six figures plus) single and multi-year gifts from Trusts and Grant makers. Experience of developing and writing compelling applications bids and cases for support Experience of successfully researching and building short, medium and long term funder pipelines to meet financial targets. Experience of effective and supportive line management IMPORTANT NOTE Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Salary : £52,000 per annum. Location : Hybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK s. For this role, we expect someone to come into the office for two or more days a week. One of those days would be a Tuesday when Income Generation & Grants colleagues come into the office. You can work remotely for the rest of the time, but equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time. You can discuss your preferences as they meet our business needs with your line manager at the start of your employment. You will also need to be available for some out of hours events in the evenings. Contractually this role is London-based. Contract : Permanent. Full time role - 35 hours per week. Benefits : 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 2 years (+ an extra 10 days on each 5th year). Pro rata for part time hours Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary Healthcare plan Support for staff with caring responsibilities Family-friendly culture How to apply : CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK s supporting statement document available on our website to download. Closing date for applications: 10:00am on Sunday 29 March 2026. Job Information: The Role This is an exciting time to join Hospice UK! We are growing significantly as a charity and our brand awareness and profile has never been higher. You will have already proven you can raise significant funds from trusts and foundations and are now looking to develop your skillset and deepen your experience in an exciting new role. This is a great opportunity if you are ambitious and have the passion to excel. Hybrid working is part of the deal too, so you will be looking to work between time in the office and home. As our Senior Philanthropy Manager we see you maximising the capacity of our well-established portfolio of warm trusts and foundations of all sizes via bespoke proposals and relationship management. You ll also be developing exciting new business opportunities as we continue to grow our ambitious but achievable targets, with major income already pledged for future years. You will have the chance to work with large funders like the National Lottery, Wolfson Foundation, Masonic Charitable Foundation and others. You ll be writing complex applications to secure new, multi-year income for interesting and fundable projects, as well as growing our pipeline of unrestricted income for the charity. You will also be supporting the Head of Philanthropy and Philanthropy Manager (major donors) as well as line-managing the Philanthropy Assistant. The Team We are a supportive and collaborative team of four, focussed on delivering over £1.5M per year from trusts and major donors. Hospice UK offers a vibrant and rewarding work environment with a great culture of sharing, learning, social activities, and regular meet-ups. We work collaboratively, support each other, commiserate our failures and celebrate our successes! At Hospice UK you will have the structure, support and opportunities to develop a stellar track-record and work towards your career goals. We pride ourselves as one of the best in the sector for providing excellent development and training opportunities for our fundraisers. About You You are a positive, creative, and proactive individual who embraces the challenge of a diverse portfolio. With success in cultivating new relationships, as well as managing existing donors, you will have the drive to succeed as a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills. You ll already have great database and prospect research skills, and pride yourself on your organisation and attention to detail. You will be able to quickly form relationships with internal and external partners, and act as a representative for Hospice UK. You will have a track record of generating income and hitting your targets through high quality applications and excellent reporting and account management. More information is available in the candidate information pack, which is available on our website to download.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Salary : £52,000 per annum. Location : Hybrid Work Culture. We are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture, recognising that every role is different, and everyone has unique needs and preferences. Our Hybrid Work Arrangement empowers each team member to work with their manager to choose the most effective way to work that balances your needs and Hospice UK s. For this role, we expect someone to come into the office for two or more days a week. One of those days would be a Tuesday when Income Generation & Grants colleagues come into the office. You can work remotely for the rest of the time, but equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time. You can discuss your preferences as they meet our business needs with your line manager at the start of your employment. You will also need to be available for some out of hours events in the evenings. Contractually this role is London-based. Contract : Permanent. Full time role - 35 hours per week. Benefits : 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 2 years (+ an extra 10 days on each 5th year). Pro rata for part time hours Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary Healthcare plan Support for staff with caring responsibilities Family-friendly culture How to apply : CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK s supporting statement document available on our website to download. Closing date for applications: 10:00am on Sunday 29 March 2026. Job Information: The Role This is an exciting time to join Hospice UK! We are growing significantly as a charity and our brand awareness and profile has never been higher. You will have already proven you can raise significant funds from trusts and foundations and are now looking to develop your skillset and deepen your experience in an exciting new role. This is a great opportunity if you are ambitious and have the passion to excel. Hybrid working is part of the deal too, so you will be looking to work between time in the office and home. As our Senior Philanthropy Manager we see you maximising the capacity of our well-established portfolio of warm trusts and foundations of all sizes via bespoke proposals and relationship management. You ll also be developing exciting new business opportunities as we continue to grow our ambitious but achievable targets, with major income already pledged for future years. You will have the chance to work with large funders like the National Lottery, Wolfson Foundation, Masonic Charitable Foundation and others. You ll be writing complex applications to secure new, multi-year income for interesting and fundable projects, as well as growing our pipeline of unrestricted income for the charity. You will also be supporting the Head of Philanthropy and Philanthropy Manager (major donors) as well as line-managing the Philanthropy Assistant. The Team We are a supportive and collaborative team of four, focussed on delivering over £1.5M per year from trusts and major donors. Hospice UK offers a vibrant and rewarding work environment with a great culture of sharing, learning, social activities, and regular meet-ups. We work collaboratively, support each other, commiserate our failures and celebrate our successes! At Hospice UK you will have the structure, support and opportunities to develop a stellar track-record and work towards your career goals. We pride ourselves as one of the best in the sector for providing excellent development and training opportunities for our fundraisers. About You You are a positive, creative, and proactive individual who embraces the challenge of a diverse portfolio. With success in cultivating new relationships, as well as managing existing donors, you will have the drive to succeed as a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills. You ll already have great database and prospect research skills, and pride yourself on your organisation and attention to detail. You will be able to quickly form relationships with internal and external partners, and act as a representative for Hospice UK. You will have a track record of generating income and hitting your targets through high quality applications and excellent reporting and account management. More information is available in the candidate information pack, which is available on our website to download.
Head of philanthropy When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. About the Role We are seeking an exceptional Head of Philanthropy to lead and transform our major donor programme. This role is full time, based at our King s Cross office in London, with hybrid working in place. The successful candidate will work 2 3 days per week on site and meeting donors, with the remainder worked remotely. This is a critical senior leadership role responsible for developing and delivering an ambitious philanthropy strategy that builds a sustainable pipeline of five, six and seven-figure, multi-year gifts from high-net-worth individuals. You will shape and grow a sector-leading major donor programme strengthening stewardship, building influential networks and inspiring transformational support for people with complex disabilities. What You ll Lead Strategic Income Growth Develop and deliver an ambitious philanthropy strategy. Build and manage a sustainable, multi-year pipeline of five, six and seven-figure gifts. Review and enhance stewardship journeys and relationship management standards. Expand and develop mid-level giving programmes to grow supporter volume and value. Identify, engage and steward key ambassadors and networks. Deliver high-impact events that generate strong return on investment. Develop compelling, emotionally engaging proposals and presentations. Leadership & Culture Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing philanthropy team. Coach and empower managers to drive accountability and continuous improvement. Model inclusive, values-led leadership. Partner with senior leaders across the organisation to align strategy and propositions. Embed collaboration and co-production across fundraising activity. Performance & Governance Take full accountability for budgets, KPIs and income targets. Monitor and forecast income performance, taking corrective action where needed. Lead cross-team strategic initiatives that strengthen capability and shared learning. Ensure compliance with the Fundraising Regulator Code of Conduct, GDPR and data protection requirements. About You We are looking for a strategic, relationship-led fundraising leader with a proven track record of securing transformational support from high-net-worth individuals. You will bring: Demonstrable experience of transforming a major donor programme. Proven success securing and stewarding multi-year, five and six-figure gifts (and above). Significant leadership experience within the not-for-profit sector. Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis. Data-driven decision-making skills (ideally with experience of Power BI, MS Dynamics or similar). Exceptional communication, negotiation and presentation skills. A values-led approach that authentically includes people with lived experience. The ability to operate confidently within a large and complex organisation. You will also be willing to travel within the UK and attend occasional evening and weekend events. About Sense We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader. Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement. To apply Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying. Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role. For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Head of philanthropy When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. About the Role We are seeking an exceptional Head of Philanthropy to lead and transform our major donor programme. This role is full time, based at our King s Cross office in London, with hybrid working in place. The successful candidate will work 2 3 days per week on site and meeting donors, with the remainder worked remotely. This is a critical senior leadership role responsible for developing and delivering an ambitious philanthropy strategy that builds a sustainable pipeline of five, six and seven-figure, multi-year gifts from high-net-worth individuals. You will shape and grow a sector-leading major donor programme strengthening stewardship, building influential networks and inspiring transformational support for people with complex disabilities. What You ll Lead Strategic Income Growth Develop and deliver an ambitious philanthropy strategy. Build and manage a sustainable, multi-year pipeline of five, six and seven-figure gifts. Review and enhance stewardship journeys and relationship management standards. Expand and develop mid-level giving programmes to grow supporter volume and value. Identify, engage and steward key ambassadors and networks. Deliver high-impact events that generate strong return on investment. Develop compelling, emotionally engaging proposals and presentations. Leadership & Culture Lead, inspire and develop a high-performing philanthropy team. Coach and empower managers to drive accountability and continuous improvement. Model inclusive, values-led leadership. Partner with senior leaders across the organisation to align strategy and propositions. Embed collaboration and co-production across fundraising activity. Performance & Governance Take full accountability for budgets, KPIs and income targets. Monitor and forecast income performance, taking corrective action where needed. Lead cross-team strategic initiatives that strengthen capability and shared learning. Ensure compliance with the Fundraising Regulator Code of Conduct, GDPR and data protection requirements. About You We are looking for a strategic, relationship-led fundraising leader with a proven track record of securing transformational support from high-net-worth individuals. You will bring: Demonstrable experience of transforming a major donor programme. Proven success securing and stewarding multi-year, five and six-figure gifts (and above). Significant leadership experience within the not-for-profit sector. Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis. Data-driven decision-making skills (ideally with experience of Power BI, MS Dynamics or similar). Exceptional communication, negotiation and presentation skills. A values-led approach that authentically includes people with lived experience. The ability to operate confidently within a large and complex organisation. You will also be willing to travel within the UK and attend occasional evening and weekend events. About Sense We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader. Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement. To apply Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview; in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines, job description and person specification (found at the base of this advert) before applying. Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time. Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role. For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented ethnic minority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager We are seeking an experienced Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead high value fundraising and build transformational relationships with major donors and partners. Position: Senior Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships Salary: £46,000 per annum Location: Remote within the UK with occasional travel Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 5: click apply for full job details
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager We are seeking an experienced Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead high value fundraising and build transformational relationships with major donors and partners. Position: Senior Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships Salary: £46,000 per annum Location: Remote within the UK with occasional travel Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 5: click apply for full job details
Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager We are seeking an experienced Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead high value fundraising and build transformational relationships with major donors and partners. Position: Senior Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships Salary: £48,000 per annum Location: Remote within the UK with occasional travel Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 5:
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager We are seeking an experienced Senior Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager to lead high value fundraising and build transformational relationships with major donors and partners. Position: Senior Manager, Philanthropy & Partnerships Salary: £48,000 per annum Location: Remote within the UK with occasional travel Hours: Full time Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 5: