Charitable foundations jobs
The postholder will be responsible for identifying, writing, and submitting compelling, well-researched and tailored funding applications to relevant grant-giving bodies.
The post holder will work closely with the LDHAS management team to gather information, write bids, and track progress of submissions, ensuring LDHAS meets income targets as agreed by the Trustees.
The postholder will:
- Proactively research, navigate the system and identify suitable grant and funding opportunities from charitable trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies.
- Write and submit high-quality funding applications and proposals in line with LDHAS's strategic priorities working closely with the Manager and in their collaboration with key partners.
- Work collaboratively with the LDHAS Manager and colleagues to gather accurate, up-to-date data and service information for applications.
- Tailor applications to funder requirements and priorities, ensuring persuasive storytelling and alignment with LDHAS 's mission.
- Research and identify opportunities to raise money via businesses including payroll giving and sponsoring fundraising events.
- Research and identify opportunities to encourage supporters to consider leaving a gift to LDHAS in their wills.
- Manage a pipeline of applications and submissions, ensuring deadlines are met and income targets are tracked.
Communication and Relationships
- Have communication skills and a communication style which ensures that written bids are compelling, clear, and rooted in evidence.
- Ability to turn service data and case studies into powerful narratives that align with funder priorities.
- Act as an ambassador for vulnerable people.
- Maintain effective communication with the Board
Analytical and judgement skills
- Research and identify suitable grant and funding opportunities from charitable trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies.
- Work collaboratively with LDHAS Manager and colleagues to gather accurate, up-to-date data and service information for applications.
Planning and organisation skills
- Contributes to LDHAS's long-term income generation plans.
- Manage a pipeline of applications and submissions, ensuring deadlines are met and income targets are tracked.
- Manage LDHAS’s bid writing schedule ensuring effective systems and accountability.
- Support development of strong internal bid and grant management systems, including templates, case studies, and project reporting tools.
- Monitor success rates and provide monthly performance reporting.
Client care
- Assist clients during incidental contacts.
- Provide general, non-clinical advice to clients.
- Provide general advice tomembers of public contacting LDHAS.
Responsibilities for policy and service development
- Lead on Bid writing policy and procedure development.
- Proposes changes to improve LDHAS practice, policies and action plans.
Responsibilities for Finance / physical resources
- Ensure equipment required for the role is appropriate and used safely.
- Manage finances associated with the role.
Responsibility for human resources
- Demonstrate own duties to other staff
- Promote a positive and supportive culture.
Responsibility for information resources
- Production of monthly and quarterly management reports to senior management.
- Preparation of year-end status report.
Research and development
- Assist with audits as required and ensure regulatory compliance
Personal development
- To actively participate in continued professional development to develop new skills, maintain and update existing skills and embrace the concept of Lifelong Learning.
- To identify appropriate training opportunities in line with identified needs.
- To be responsible for own continuing professional development and maintaining own professional registration maintaining a professional portfolio and demonstrating evidence of reflective practice.
- To undertake mandatory training and attend updates and study days as appropriate to the post.
Freedom to act
- The post holder will have the freedom to take action based on own interpretation of broad professional policies, new developments, emerging evidence. The postholder will advise the Board seeking advice as necessary.
Other:
- Promote the work of LDHAS where appropriate
- Carry out any other work or duties that are reasonably requested

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Finance and Funds Business Partner role is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to work for a fast moving, growing organisation. Everything we do is geared to supporting the renowned Christie NHS Foundation Trust to ensure cancer patients receive the highest level of treatment and care and have access to world leading research and technology, ensuring they have the best possible experience.
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic self-starter to support the Charity Financial Controller with:
- The financial management of the Charity’s funds and individually funded projects; and
- The financial control and governance of The Christie Charity group, particularly its two wholly owned subsidiaries (The Christie Trading Company Limited and Northern Pathology Developments Limited).
You will be joining The Christie Charity at an exciting time as we seek to diversify the Charity’s income streams through use of innovative social investments and strategic commercial ventures. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop a deep understanding of charity and commercial finance within a dynamic and purpose-driven organisation.
Financial management
In relation to the financial management of the Charity’s funds, you will ensure that Individual Named Funds, containing designated funds, are utilised in accordance with their Terms of Reference. In relation to the financial management of individually funded projects, you will monitor spend against budgets through accountability mechanisms agreed with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust finance team. The postholder will be an integral part of the Charity finance team and partake in the annual budget setting process to the extent budgets relate to the Charity’s Individual Named Funds or individually funded projects.
As part of your role in the financial management of individually funded projects, you will act a finance business partner to the broader Charity. You will be integral in liaising with the Charity’s newly appointed Grants Manager to ensure they are aware of new projects.
Financial control and governance
You will play a key role in ensuring robust financial control across the Charity group, with the opportunity to take ownership of its two wholly owned subsidiaries: The Christie Trading Company Limited and Northern Pathology Developments Limited. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for overseeing the accuracy and integrity of financial controls and reporting, supporting the Charity’s aim of maintaining strong governance across both charitable and commercial operations.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, budget preparation and monitoring, completing month-end close, submitting quarterly tax returns, and preparing the statutory accounts for both subsidiaries, as well as supporting the Charity Financial Controller in maintaining effective financial control and oversight of the Charity's operations as required.
Additional information
The Finance and Funds Business Partner is a well-established role in the Charity. The successful applicant will be provided on the job training to fulfil this role by the previous postholder who now holds the role of Charity Financial Controller in the organisation.
In the immediate term, day-to-day financial transaction processing will continue to be delivered by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, therefore, the postholder will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with their finance team to ensure seamless operations and continuity across the Charity group. These responsibilities are expected to transition in full to The Christie Charity by 31 December 2026.
This post would suit an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, evolving environment, where responsibilities may shift in response to organisational priorities. The postholder must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
When submitting your application, please provide the following:
- A cover letter; and
- An up-to-date CV (up to two A4 pages) with evidence of accountancy qualification(s) and current membership of any relevant professional accountancy body or bodies. These can be uploaded as one PDF.
Please note that applications must include all of the documents listed above and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications that do not meet these guidelines may not be considered.
Interviews will be held all day on Monday 21 September 2026 and on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Candidates will be asked to prepare a presentation in advance. Applicants are strongly encouraged to keep these dates available where possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager is a new role for The Christie Charity (Charity) and a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to work for a fast moving, growing organisation. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to take ownership in the finance team for day-to-day transactional processing for The Christie Charity group. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop an understanding of charity and commercial finance. You will play a key role in supporting robust financial controls across the Charity group.
This is a hands-on role with responsibility for coordinating and overseeing day-to-day transactional activity undertaken by the Finance Officers, including purchase-to-pay, supplier payments, accounts receivable, banking, income reconciliation, corporate credit cards and other routine financial processes. The postholder will ensure work is completed accurately and within required timescales, review key reconciliations and outstanding items, and provide support and guidance to the Finance Officers where issues arise. They will remain actively involved in transactional processing where required, particularly in relation to more complex matters, periods of high workload and the transition of activities into the Charity.
The postholder will act as the first point of escalation for transactional matters which cannot be readily resolved by the Finance Officers and as a key point of contact for routine finance queries from external third parties. They will work closely with colleagues across the Charity to ensure financial processes operate effectively while maintaining appropriate controls and segregation of duties.
The Assistant Finance and Operations Manager will be an important day-to-day user of the Charity's finance and purchase-to-pay systems and will take a lead operational role in ensuring these systems are used consistently and effectively. The postholder will support Finance Officers and wider Charity colleagues with system and process queries, monitor compliance with agreed financial procedures and identify recurring issues or opportunities to improve processes. Working with the Charity Financial Controller and Funds and Finance Business Partner, they will contribute to the continued development of efficient, proportionate and well-controlled financial processes across the Charity group.
Additional information
Upon joining The Christie Charity, day-to-day financial transaction processing will continue to be delivered by The Christie NHS Foundation Trust during the initial months of the role, therefore, the postholder will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with their finance team to ensure seamless operations and continuity across the Charity group.
These functions are anticipated to transfer to the Charity group with the postholder taking ownership of these responsibilities within the first 3 months in role. The postholder will be expected to work autonomously to ensure the smooth transition of activities to the Charity.
This post would suit an individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, evolving environment, where responsibilities may shift in response to organisational priorities. The postholder must be comfortable navigating ambiguity, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
The postholder will also provide support to the team on an ad-hoc basis as required.
The postholder will complete a shift approximately every four to six weeks at the Charity’s hub in Withington to support charitable activity at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
When submitting your application, please provide the following:
- A cover letter; and
- An up-to-date CV (up to two A4 pages) with evidence of accountancy qualification(s) and current membership of any relevant professional accountancy body or bodies if relevant. These can be uploaded as one PDF.
Please note that applications must include all of the documents listed above and will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications that do not meet these guidelines may not be considered.
Interviews will be held all day on Monday 21 September 2026 and on Tuesday 22 September 2026. Applicants are strongly encouraged to keep these dates available where possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Age International's vision is a world where every older person is included and valued. Its mission is to inspire and channel UK and international support so that older people in challenging situations across the world can improve their lives.
The CEO of Age International provides leadership to a committed and dynamic charity which champions the rights, and improves the lives, of older people in low- and middle-income countries.
This is an exceptional opportunity to lead Age International at a pivotal moment for the rights and wellbeing of older people globally. As CEO you will provide inspirational leadership to an organisation with a strong reputation, deep expertise and a clear purpose: to ensure that older people everywhere can live with dignity, security and choice.
While the current strategy is defined, you will deliver this and then shape a new, ambitious strategy in years to come, working to influence policy, mobilise resources and nurture powerful partnerships that bring about lasting change.
With credibility, compassion and determination, you will champion the voices of older people internationally and lead Age International into its next chapter of impact and influence.
Please view the attached role description for full details.
Person specification:
Essential:
* Strategic vision, forward-looking, clear-thinking strategist able to read the environment and lead strategy processes.
* Passionate, values-based leader, committed to advancing the rights of older people.
* Senior leadership and governance experience in a complex organisation, preferably in the charitable / NGO sector.
* Strong experience of international development and humanitarian programme development and management, and related policy issues.
* Experienced income generator with financial acumen.
* Collaborative, relational team builder and manager committed to diversity equality and inclusion, able to use soft-power to build support.
* Partnership-builder creating impact greater than the sum of the parts.
* Confident external affairs representative, manager of stakeholder engagement and spokesperson, including for the media.
* Advocate and confident influencer able to drive policy change
* Engaging and effective communicator and campaigner, able to explain impact, inspire support and grow profile.
* Calm manager of change who is both agile and pragmatic.
* Thrives working in a small team on a big mission.
* Willing to travel internationally on programme monitoring visits and for conferences.
Desirable:
* Understanding of UN processes, health system strengthening, income security and social pensions, able to articulate the impact of gender discrimination and climate change on older people internationally.
* Experience as a CEO or of overseeing organisational management, policies and compliance.
* Technology and digital skills.
* Experience of leading public change campaigning.
* Experience as a Trustee.
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
The closing date for applications is 14th September, 2026.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Anonymisation
Please submit your CV as a Word document. It will be anonymised by our recruitment system.
Please provide a supporting statement that explains how you meet the competencies in the job description. Age UK acknowledges that AI may be used to support applications, however we expect candidates to personalise their experience, knowledge and skills. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected.
Please do not include your name, or any other personal information in your supporting statement, to assist our inclusive recruitment process.
Please do not use heavy formatting for either your CV or supporting statement, as the system is unable to anonymise these.
All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if you are invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Safeguarding
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
Help us make a difference
Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service provides specialist care and support to babies, children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented Trusts Fundraiser to join our fundraising team and help secure the income that makes our work possible.
You will research and identify new funding opportunities, write compelling applications and reports, and build strong, lasting relationships with trusts, foundations and grant-making organisations. You will also have opportunities to support wider fundraising activity across corporate, philanthropy, community and individual giving.
About you
We are looking for someone with excellent writing, research and relationship-building skills, who is highly organised and able to manage multiple deadlines.
You will ideally have experience of fundraising, grant applications, bid writing, relationship management or a similar role, together with the ability to produce persuasive written content tailored to different audiences.
Experience of using a CRM system, particularly Salesforce, would be desirable.
Most importantly, you will be passionate about making a difference and share our values of Determined, Empowering, Valuing Others, Integrity, Nurture and Empathy.
Why join us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to use your fundraising skills to have a direct impact on local children and families. You will join a supportive and ambitious team where your contribution will make a real difference.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is required.
If you are a great communicator, excellent writer, a natural relationship builder and want your work to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Safeguarding
Alexander Devine is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and Occupational Health clearance.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people from all backgrounds.
We provide specialist care and support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families, across Berkshire


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Purpose:
Still in its original Fleet Street location, our historic building retains much of its 1890s character, reflecting over a hundred years of history while providing 21st century facilities. With six floors, St Bride Foundation is a unique and memorable setting for a range of events - lectures, workshops, board meetings, conferences, weddings and other celebrations.
The Operations Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of St Bride Foundation, helping to ensure our historic building is safe, compliant, well maintained and welcoming.
Working closely with the Operations Manager and Facilities Coordinator, you'll provide support across facilities management while also acting as a welcoming first point of contact for visitors, tenants and contractors. We're looking for an organised, approachable and proactive individual who enjoys a varied role and is equally comfortable managing administrative tasks behind the scenes as delivering excellent front of house service.
Key Responsibilities:
Operational Administration
- Provide administrative support to the Operations Manager and Facilities Coordinator across all aspects of facilities management including planned preventative maintenance programmes and reactive maintenance requests.
- Liaise with Facilities Coordinator to ascertain what jobs can be completed in-house and what needs an external contractor.
- Obtain quotations for maintenance, repairs and improvement works from contractors and suppliers.
- Arrange contractor visits, coordinate access and ensure works are completed to the required standard.
- Ensure contractors provide appropriate documentation, including risk assessments, method statements and insurance certificates where required.
- Maintain records of maintenance schedules, servicing, warranties and contractor documentation.
- Check and process invoices relating to facilities expenditure.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance logs and supplier information.
Health & Safety Administration
- Support the Facilities Coordinator and Operations Manager in maintaining Health & Safety records and ensure documentation is up to date.
- Support Health & Safety compliance appropriate to a Grade II listed heritage building and its public, commercial and performance spaces.
- Support the administration of statutory inspections, testing and servicing, including fire safety systems, emergency lighting, lifts, electrical testing and water hygiene.
- Assist with the administration of risk assessments, inspections and audits.
- Monitor compliance dates and ensure inspections and certifications are completed on time.
- Assist with emergency procedures, fire safety administration and business continuity documentation.
Front of House & Building Support
- Provide Front of House support, covering reception desk during core hours, welcoming visitors and providing excellent customer service.
- Assist with general queries on email and drop-in enquiries. Receive deliveries, distribute post and manage courier collections.
- Act as a point of contact for building tenants, responding to queries and coordinating facilities requests.
- Assist with room access, keys and general building administration.
- Help ensure shared spaces remain safe, presentable and welcoming.
Digital & Administrative Support
- Support the Learning team with updating of event listings across ticketing platforms and the organisation's website as required.
- Manage the administration of the organisation's online bookshop, including processing orders, maintaining stock records and liaising with customers where required.
General
- Act as an ambassador for St Bride Foundation, upholding its mission to preserve and promote print and design heritage.
- Engage with stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries, to strengthen community and fundraising efforts.
- Support and contribute to initiatives that enhance the Foundation’s impact, such as public engagement events, educational programmes, and collaborative partnerships.
- Complete ongoing staff training to include Health & Safety, compliance and other related topics as required by the organisation.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the organisation by supporting colleagues across departments.
- Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- Excellent administrative and organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Experience coordinating contractors, suppliers or facilities-related services.
- Confident obtaining quotations, scheduling works and maintaining accurate records.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety administration within a workplace environment.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office 365 and experience using databases or online management systems.
- Experience in the charitable, cultural, or heritage sector preferred.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Good team-working and interpersonal skills, with ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of people.
- Good time-management and organisational skills, with ability to multitask, prioritise and problem-solve.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present well in person and on the phone with a polite, professional and approachable manner, and an outgoing approach to customer service.
- Ability to self-motivate, use own initiative and maintain attention to detail while working under pressure.
- A positive, proactive and professional attitude, with a willingness to adopt a flexible and adaptable approach to day-to-day workload.
- A passion for the arts, heritage, and education, with a strong commitment to the Foundation’s vision and values.
Organisational Values & Expectations:
- Promote and uphold St Bride Foundation’s commitment to cultural preservation, lifelong learning, and community engagement.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, volunteers, and external partners to support the Foundation’s charitable objectives.
- Uphold ethical standards and best practices in charity governance and operations.
Health & Safety Responsibilities:
- Promote a safe and inclusive environment for colleagues, volunteers, and visitors.
- Act as a Fire Marshal and Emergency First Aider.
Terms & Conditions:
- Working Hours: 8 hours per day (including one hour unpaid lunchbreak), five days per week. The role requires you to work at Front of House reception during core hours.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Amersham Hospital, Buckinghamshire, with a minimum of 50% on-site working and flexibility to work remotely.
Salary: Circa £60,000 FTE per annum
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time, 3-4 days per week
Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity is looking for an experienced and collaborative finance leader to become its new Head of Finance and Operations, helping shape the financial and organisational foundations of a newly merged charity.
Formed in April 2026 through the merger of Scannappeal and Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Charitable Fund, Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity brings together two established organisations with a shared commitment to improving healthcare across Buckinghamshire. This is an exciting opportunity to join at a formative point in its development, with strong foundations already in place and significant scope to shape what comes next.
Reporting to the Chief Executive and working as part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic financial leadership across the charity, supporting the Chief Executive, Trustees and senior colleagues with clear insight, advice and constructive challenge. You will lead financial strategy, planning, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, alongside oversight of governance, risk, investments and organisational systems.
You will also play an important role in supporting and developing the existing finance team. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will build strong relationships, provide direction and support, and create the right balance between senior accountability and genuine ownership within the team. You will work collaboratively across the charity, as well as with Trustees, auditors, investment managers and Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with significant senior-level experience across strategic financial management, reporting, governance and risk. You will combine strong technical expertise with sound judgement, excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style. Experience of joining or inheriting an established team and developing people to take ownership of their work will be particularly important.
This is an opportunity to play a central role in building the financial and organisational strength of a new independent charity, helping Buckinghamshire Healthcare Charity turn its ambitions into greater impact for patients, NHS staff and communities across Buckinghamshire.
Please download the Candidate Information Pack [PDF] for further information.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 15th September
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The Thomson Reuters Foundation is the corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters and an independent charitable organisation dedicated to advancing free, fair and informed societies worldwide. Through the combined power of journalism, legal expertise and data intelligence, the Foundation works to strengthen independent media, improve access to justice, and promote responsible business practices to address some of the world's most pressing challenges.
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Executive Support Team Lead to lead the evolution of our newly centralised Business Support function. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping a centre of excellence that provides high-quality administrative, financial and operational support across the Foundation.
Leading a small but impactful team, you will drive service excellence, strengthen governance and controls, and deliver efficient, customer-focused support to colleagues across the organisation. You will oversee complex invoicing and billing processes, manage key systems and vendor relationships, and identify opportunities to streamline and improve the way we work.
As we transition from a decentralised administrative model to a more strategic and centralised approach, you will have the opportunity to design and embed best practices, build organisational capability, and help create a scalable support function that enables our teams to maximise their impact around the world. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining operational leadership with hands-on problem solving and is excited by the opportunity to build and shape a function for the future.
About the Role
As a Executive Support Team Lead at the Thomson Reuters Foundation, you will:
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Lead, coach and develop the Business Support Coordinator and Invoicing & Billing Analyst, overseeing workload planning, performance management, recruitment, onboarding and ensuring effective service coverage across the organisation.
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Act as a senior subject matter expert for the Foundation's core business systems (including SAP, Ariba and Convera), overseeing training, licensing, user support and escalation management while maintaining appropriate team resilience and back-up coverage.
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Oversee invoicing, billing, payment processing, sales order administration, vendor onboarding and procurement compliance, ensuring accuracy, strong financial controls and adherence to organisational policies.
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Manage organisational subscriptions, approved travel provider relationships, purchasing support and the resolution of financial administration queries, including expense investigations and budget coding issues.
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Lead the continuous improvement of business support processes, systems and documentation, driving greater efficiency, consistency, automation and service excellence across the Foundation.
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Develop and deliver guidance, training and performance reporting for business support services, identifying opportunities for further centralisation and supporting wider Operations objectives.
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Oversee delivery of core administrative services, including executive diary management, travel and event coordination, onboarding and offboarding administration, facilities support, shared inbox management, organisational records and contingent worker administration.
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Provide hands-on support for complex travel arrangements, staff induction activities, organisational website updates and logistics for Foundation-wide events, ensuring a seamless experience for colleagues and stakeholders.
About You
To be a Executive Support Team Lead at the Thomson Reuters Foundation, you will likely have:
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Proven experience in business operations, office management, business support or financial administration, including responsibility for leading and developing teams.
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Strong understanding of invoicing, procurement and financial administration processes, with a track record of ensuring accuracy, compliance and effective controls.
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Experience using ERP and financial management systems, such as SAP, alongside invoicing and payment platforms (e.g. Convera); familiarity with system administration and user support is advantageous.
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Previous experience within a charity, NGO or purpose-led organisation would be beneficial.
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Demonstrated people leadership skills, with the ability to coach, motivate and develop high-performing teams while fostering a collaborative and customer-focused culture.
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Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities, balance competing demands and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with sound judgement and a continuous improvement mindset focused on enhancing processes, efficiency and service delivery.
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Confident communicator and relationship builder, capable of working effectively with senior stakeholders, programme teams and external suppliers, while handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
What’s in it For You?
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Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair, and informed.
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Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class. We combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
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Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
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Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
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Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
TheThomson Reuters Foundationisthe corporatefoundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and USA, we leverage our media, legal and data driven expertise to strengthen independent journalism, enable access to the law and promote responsible business. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and data intelligence, we aim to build free, fair and informed societies.
Business Development Manager
Part time - 3 days per week
£26,000 for 3 days per week (£43,333.33 fte)
Hybrid working - This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, combining home working with regular attendance at our office and key meetings.
Permanent
Prospex is a well-established youth charity celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. We are deeply embedded within the local community and are recognised for our expertise in supporting vulnerable children and young people across Islington. Our experienced and committed team delivers high-quality youth work that helps young people develop confidence, resilience and positive futures.
Over the past seven years, we have successfully strengthened and diversified our income base. Our funding comes from a broad range of sources, including charitable trusts and foundations, statutory grants and contracts, individual donors, community fundraising activities and, increasingly, corporate supporters. This diversified approach has helped us build financial stability and continue responding to local need.
This new role presents an exciting opportunity to build on these foundations and take our fundraising to the next level. The focus of our income generation will remain with successfully securing income from trusts and statutory sources however there is also potential to increase income across all funding streams. We see particular potential for growth in individual giving, major donors and corporate partnerships. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape and develop all these areas, making a lasting contribution to the charity's future sustainability and impact.
Prospex is a fantastic organisation to work for, with a strong sense of purpose and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of local young people. We have a supportive, collaborative culture where staff and trustees work closely together and recognise that fundraising is everyone's responsibility.
How to apply
Application is by way of CV with a Supporting Statement that should set out your motivations for applying and how your work experience to date meets the scope of the responsibilities. As a general guide, your Supporting Statement should be around two sides of A4.
Closing date: Sunday 20th September at Midnight
First interviews: 28th September
We are looking for the successful candidate to start around November 2026. This will allow for time to be spent with the current Business Development Manager.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a respected charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by trauma and adversity. As Chief Executive, you will provide inspirational leadership, driving our vision, strategy, and impact while ensuring the organisation remains financially sustainable, well-governed, and focused on delivering high-quality services that transform lives.
Working closely with our Board of Trustees, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners, you will champion our mission and identify new opportunities for growth and innovation. We are seeking a strategic and values-driven leader with experience of working within trauma-informed environments, a strong track record of securing grant funding, and the ability to build and maintain excellent donor and stakeholder relationships. The successful candidate will also have training experience and/or confidently stand in-front of large audiences discussing sensitive topics.
This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and ambitious leader who can inspire others, strengthen our charitable impact, and help shape the future of our organisation. If you have the vision, leadership experience, and commitment to making a meaningful difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Bristol Office (Hybrid – minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Salary: £26,450 per annum (Band B), with a salary review after successful completion of a 6-month probationary period
Job Type: Fixed Term (12 months, with possible extension), Full time (37.5 hours per week)
The role:
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to join our Development team as a Fundraising & Development Intern. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across trusts and foundations fundraising, prospect research, donor stewardship and public fundraising campaigns.
You’ll help identify new funding opportunities, maintain our fundraising systems, support grant applications and contribute to fundraising activity that helps CSE deliver lasting impact. You’ll work closely with colleagues from across the organisation, developing valuable skills in development, relationship building, communication and project coordination.
By helping CSE secure sustainable funding, you’ll play an important role in supporting our work to tackle fuel poverty, address climate change and create a fairer energy system for everyone.
Specific responsibilities
An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to:
- Undertake desk-based research to identify and assess trusts, foundations and other grant-making organisations aligned with CSE’s charitable objectives.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within Beacon CRM, including funder information, research findings and next steps for engagement.
- Support the development of a robust and prioritised funding pipeline by assessing funder eligibility, strategic fit and application requirements.
- Support the preparation of Expressions of Interest (EOIs), funding applications and funding proposals.
- Assist with gathering project information, impact data and organisational content from colleagues across CSE to support fundraising submissions.
- Draft funding summaries, case studies and other written content to support fundraising activities.
- Support the coordination of introductory conversations and meetings with prospective funders and partners.
- Support the planning and delivery of CSE’s annual Share the Warmth fundraising campaign.
- Support donor stewardship activities through Beacon CRM and Mailchimp, including donor communications and supporter journeys.
- Support the coordination of fundraising and development meetings, events and stakeholder engagement activities.
To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website.
About you:
Essential attributes for this role include:
- Strong research skills and the ability to gather and organise information from a range of sources.
- Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate written content.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and take ownership of tasks.
- Experience of undertaking desk-based research and organising information into accurate records.
- Competence using Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
- Curious and proactive, with an interest in learning about organisations, funding opportunities and relationship development.
- Commitment to CSE’s charitable mission and values.
Please note, the above is an overview of the skills required for this role. To see the full list of essential and desirable skills please see the attached job description.
Benefits:
CSE offer a range of other benefits including:
- Company pension scheme (8% employer, 6% employee contributions)
- You will be entitled to 25 days' paid holiday (plus statutory holidays)
- Subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Health Cash plan
- Retail discounts
- Discounted breakdown cover and many more.
- We will pay fees and expenses on relevant training courses.
- We are flexible with the working hours of this role and will discuss this openly if you are invited to interview.
How to apply
To apply, please download and complete the application form available from our website and send it to our Jobs email.
Your application should demonstrate your suitability for the role against the criteria outlined in the person specification and job description.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Sunday 13 September 2026.
Interviews are expected to take place 29th or 30th September 2026 (in person at our Bristol office), though this is subject to change.
If invited to interview, we will ask you to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
#LI-DNI
Our mission is to support people and organisations across the UK to tackle the climate emergency and end the suffering caused by cold homes.
The Senior Legal Counsel is the first port of call for colleagues putting together and advising on new legal arrangements and documenting our leading health partnerships and fundraising activities. The Senior Legal Counsel works with the Foundation’s Legal team in providing legal advice and guidance for the Foundation’s innovative, impact-led programmes and activities, supporting our fundraising team alongside our fundraising compliance manager, and our work with Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. This role also assists with varied internal governance and compliance matters.
Key Responsibilities
Charitable Partnerships (Impact on Urban Health)
- Identify relevant legal and compliance considerations on projects and activities within the IoUH team and work with IoUH to put in place appropriate mechanisms or policies to manage issues that are identified.
- Structure and assist colleagues with drafting and negotiating agreements for a wide variety of charitable partnerships, including commercial contracts, grants, IP licences, novel investment models, revenue-sharing arrangements and data agreements.
- Act as a thought partner with the team to advise on the structuring, legal risks and strategic implications of partnerships and future opportunities.
- Maintain and appropriately file correspondence and documentation relating to commercial contracts.
Fundraising (Charities)
- Identify and advise on relevant legal and regulatory considerations in respect of our fundraising activities and work with our fundraising compliance manager and the fundraising team to ensure our fundraising activities are carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations.
- Drafting and supporting colleagues in negotiating a variety of fundraising agreements, including charity of the year agreements, commercial participation agreements, sponsorship agreements and pledge agreements.
- Advise on relevant governance matters relating to fundraising activities.
- Work closely with our fundraising compliance manager to ensure data protection aspects of our fundraising activities are managed appropriately.
Procedure and Policy Efficiencies
- Draft, maintain and update our internal guidelines, policies and standard-form documents.
- Create policy and process efficiencies.
- Act as deputy data protection lead, supporting the primary data protection lead through providing training to colleagues and ensuring the Foundation’s mandated practice is understood and followed.
Tailored Partnerships
- Consider legal considerations, and appropriate processes, for working with certain partners (e.g. regulatory, private gain, data protection, policy), including advising on due diligence procedures and tailoring our standard form templates.
- Work with cross-functional stakeholders on longer-term projects to change our partnership models to cede power to the communities we work with, whilst balancing this against our charity law obligations.
Cross-Functional Work
- Work with cross-functional stakeholders, including Policy, Influencing & Communications, Data, Evaluation & Learning and the Executive Team to advise on cross-team collaboration, opportunities, issues and risks relating to our charitable partnerships.
- Assist teams such as Endowment, Systems, and People & Culture on their legal needs, including drafting, negotiating and agreeing documents and being the first port-of-call for a variety of legal issues.
- Lead on specific projects for either individual directorates or cross-directorate projects.
- Act as business partner to the Fundraising teams on a variety of issues, including advising and supporting them with drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of fundraising agreements.
- Act as business partner to the Endowment team, ensuring they have the legal support required for the smooth running of their activities.
Governance and Legal
- Act as Company Secretary for the Foundation’s three subsidiary companies.
- Work with the Foundation’s Legal Director & Company Secretary in advising colleagues on legal and governance matters.
- Undertake research into specific legal issues or matters of best practice and provide training to Legal team colleagues on these issues.
- Identify need for, organise and run training sessions on key legal and compliance issues to Foundation staff.
- Deputise for the Legal Director & Company Secretary when required.
Role responsibilities are not exhaustive, and you would be reasonably expected to take on wider tasks that are commensurate with the level of your role.
Skills, abilities, and attributes:
- Legal research skills
- Self-starter who is adaptable, works with integrity, and exhibits the Foundation’s enterprising, collaborative and delivery-minded cultural and behavioural values
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Good interpersonal skills and able to effectively liaise with both internal and external communities
- Problem solving skills, able to use initiative and actively seeks pragmatic solutions
- Good planning and organisational skills, able to work to multiple prioritised tasks, targets and deadlines, with careful attention to detail
- Team player, with an ability to create effective working relationships
- Ability to embed diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do
Knowledge, experience, and qualifications:
- Qualified, experienced solicitor (5-6 years PQE or equivalent)
- Experience in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts (Essential)
- Preparation of guidance notes and training materials (Essential)
- Sound knowledge of the law of England and Wales (Essential)
- Familiarity with commercial contracts and contract law (Essential)
- Experience in law and regulation within a fundraising environment (Highly Desirable)
- Experience in drafting and reviewing grant agreements (Desirable)
- Familiarity with the charity sector and charity law (Desirable)
- Some familiarity with health/social care/voluntary sector technical language and organisations (Desirable)
- Some familiarity with basic financial and grants related terms and concepts (Desirable)
Benefits
- Contributory pension
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Partnerships Manager (Corporate and Charity Partnerships), Global’s Make Some Noise
We are Global's Make Some Noise - the official charity of Global, the Media & Entertainment Group
Global’s Make Some Noise’s mission is to ensure no one across the UK has to face life’s toughest challenges alone. We champion high impact small local charities working in communities across the UK. The projects we fund provide critical services to help people thrive; addressing local issues such as physical and mental health, food poverty, loneliness, unemployment, disability care and more. These local projects are a lifeline, yet they are often overlooked.
That’s why we harness the power of Global’s radio stations (Heart, Capital, Smooth, Radio X, LBC, Classic FM and Gold), outdoor advertising portfolio, Podcasts and our friends from the music and entertainment industry to raise vital funds and awareness. Together, we make some noise for those who don’t get heard. Additionally, we provide a tailored learning and development opportunity for our charity partners, to support their longer-term sustainability. Find out more on our Charity Jobs charity profile page.
Your role
Join Global’s Make Some Noise as our Partnerships Manager and be at the forefront of driving fundraising income through securing and account managing high value corporate and charity partnerships.
This is a predominantly new business role (around 70%), focused on identifying opportunities, developing compelling partnership propositions and securing significant income through both commercial and charity partnerships. Alongside winning new partners, you'll manage a portfolio of existing relationships to maximise long-term value and repeat investment.
Our partnerships span two key areas:
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Commercial partnerships – media-led opportunities across Global's portfolio, including headline sponsorship of Make Some Noise's October Appeal, branded content and commercial campaigns across radio, podcasts, digital and outdoor platforms.
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Charity partnerships – Charity of the Year partnerships, match funding campaigns and strategic funding collaborations with trusts, foundations and other charitable funders.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with significant partnerships experience to join a successful team. You’ll be combining commercial thinking with social impact and be at the heart of making a difference in communities across the UK whilst working alongside household brands.
Key Responsibilities
New Business (70%)
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Develop compelling partnership opportunities tailored to different audiences.
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Identify prospects, generate leads and build a strong pipeline across both commercial and charity partnerships.
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Create persuasive proposals, funding applications and pitch presentations.
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Lead partnership conversations and negotiations through to agreement.
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Design innovative partnership opportunities that deliver value for partners while maximising income for Make Some Noise.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues across Global to unlock new partnership opportunities and deliver impactful campaigns
Account Management & Relationship Development (30%)
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Manage and grow a portfolio of strategic partnerships, identifying opportunities to increase income and engagement.
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Build strong relationships with partners and colleagues across Global.
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Deliver an outstanding partner experience that encourages long-term investment and repeat support.
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Produce high-quality reports demonstrating campaign outcomes, impact and future opportunities.
What You’ll Love About This Role
Think Big:
Creating new ways to secure funding and proactively building new revenue streams.
Own It:
Being part of a highly creative and collaborative team, leading key conversations and striving for success.
Keep It Simple:
Focus on delivering partnerships that create maximum impact for both our partners and the communities we support.
Better Together:
Working as part of a supportive team, you will collaborate with people across Make Some Noise as well as Global’s wider commercial business.
What Success Looks Like
In your first few months, you will have:
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Understood your targets and objectives and have built a plan to achieve them.
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Built compelling partnership propositions to effectively communicate the value of partnering with Make Some Noise
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Established strong relationships across the team and the wider business.
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Created a pipeline of commercial and charity partnership opportunities
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Met key stakeholders across existing partner organisations
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Generated your own leads and pitched the importance of our work.
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Developed a solid understanding of Global’s radio, digital and outdoor platforms to leverage them effectively for charity partnership campaigns.
What You’ll Need
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You will have an extensive track record in generating and delivering 6-figure+ partnerships in a fast-paced environment.
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Charity partnership experience with an understanding of how to pitch Charity of the Year and work with Trusts/Foundations to unlock support.
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A track record of partnerships design and delivery, from identification through cultivation, stewardship and successful delivery.
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A commercially minded approach, with the ability to identify partner motivations and create mutually beneficial high-value partnerships for all involved.
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A credible relationship builder and networker, able to represent the work of Make Some Noise with senior stakeholders, corporate partners, charitable funders and industry networks.
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Comfort undertaking prospect research, determining potential partner priorities (both stated and implied) and framing approaches specific to these.
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Experience working within budgets, income reporting and finding solutions.
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Produce comprehensive partnership reports to demonstrate impact, partnership value and future opportunities (along with learnings and recommendations)
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Proven track record of achieving sales or fundraising targets, with a goal-oriented mindset and within a fast paced environment,.
Making sure no one faces life’s toughest challenges alone
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for a talented communications officer to join the Trust for London team, at a time when communications has never been more important to our work.
The role
You will work with the head of communications to support delivery of our communications strategy. This includes:
- telling stories that matter by turning research, data and funded project work into engaging, accessible content
- leading our day-to-day social media activity
- creating brilliant content for regular newsletters, blogs and web content
- monitoring and analysing our communications impact
and so much more. Please see the full job description in the application pack.
About you
We're looking for someone who is curious as much as creative, with an excellent eye for detail. You’ll enjoy digging beneath the headline, asking why something matters and finding the story that helps other people care.
You're just as comfortable thinking about what the data tells us as you are turning that insight into an engaging social media post or newsletter feature.
You don't need experience in every part of the role. We know great candidates don't always meet every requirement, and we'd encourage you to apply if you're excited about the opportunity and think you could thrive here.
Most importantly, you'll care about creating a fairer London and want your work to have a positive social impact.
Closing date: 7 September 2026
Interviews: Second half of September
If you think we’re the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please go to our website and download the application pack.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Fundraising and Engagement Manager
The Harlequins Foundation | £45,000 | Twickenham Stoop | Full time, permanent
Charity People is delighted to be partnering with Harlequins Foundation to recruit their new Senior Fundraising and Engagement Manager.
The Harlequins Foundation is entering an exciting phase of growth and ambition. This newly created senior role offers the opportunity to shape and lead fundraising strategy for a well-respected sports charity that uses the power of rugby to improve lives, develop essential skills and create lasting social impact across communities.
About the charity
The Harlequins Foundation is the charitable arm of Harlequins Rugby Club, delivering programmes that help young people and communities develop the essential skills needed to thrive both on and off the pitch. Established in 2015, the Foundation works across three key areas: wellbeing, education and employability, and inclusion, creating opportunities that remove barriers and improve outcomes for people of all backgrounds
Leveraging warm connections and using our regular events and fixtures to engage potential donors, you'll work closely with the Head of the Foundation to develop our fundraising strategy, establish pipelines and targets, and deliver income growth from the ground up.
About the role
As Senior Fundraising and Engagement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in building and growing key income streams, including Individual Giving, Major Donors, and Trusts & Foundations, while helping to shape the future of the Foundation's fundraising capability and supporter engagement strategy.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major donors and high-net-worth individuals
- Working closely with trustees to open up their networks
- Building the trusts and grants programme; prospecting, applications, and funder reporting
- Developing the Foundation's case for support and oversee how it's communicated across campaigns and channels
- Putting in place the data, systems and insight needed to run fundraising properly
- Sitting as a senior member of the Foundation team, with input into wider strategy
About you
We'd love to hear from you if you can demonstrate:
- Proven success in senior fundraising
- Experience across major donors, trusts and/or individual giving
- Excellent relationship-building skills
- Strategic thinking with strong delivery capability
- Exceptional communication and influencing skills
- A proactive, entrepreneurial approach and comfort working in evolving environments.
- Excellent storytelling skills and the ability to communicate impact effectively.
Why Join the Harlequins Foundation?
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a charity with a powerful platform, strong heritage and ambitious plans for growth. You will have the chance to build meaningful supporter relationships, create sustainable income streams and contribute directly to programmes that transform lives across communities.
The Foundation values innovation, inclusion, collaboration and impact, and is committed to creating opportunities for everyone to succeed.
If you're a strong relationship fundraiser with a passion for changing the outcomes of young peoples' lives, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed, and creating social value that has a positive impact on individuals as well as society, then this is the perfect next step for you.
How to Apply
Please send your up-to-date CV and a cover letter (1 page max.) addressing why you are interested in the role and how you fit the job description to Philippa at Charity People.
Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply early to avoid missing out on this exciting opportunity.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform us if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.
Charity People is a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.


