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At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for a Trusts and Foundations Manager to join our Fundraising team.
You'll drive the growth of our income from trusts and foundations. You will manage and develop an increasingly diverse portfolio of charitable trusts, foundations and Grantmakers, in the £20,000 - £100,000 funding range. You'll identify and implement new high-value income opportunities, as well as building on and managing existing high-value relationships.
You'll develop and submit high quality funding applications, focusing primarily on high-value bids, advising and guiding colleagues on the development of project plans, project budgets and identifying outputs and outcomes. You'll ennsure funders receive the appropriate level of acknowledgement and recognition and feedback on the monitoring of inputs, outputs and outcomes, in line with their specific requirements.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Considerable experience of high-value trusts fundraising in the £20,000 - £100,000 grant range.
- Experience of establishing and managing effective relationships with decision-makers within high-value trusts and statutory bodies
- Excellent writing skills, and extensive knowledge of how to write a compelling, winning large 5-figure bid.
- Extensive knowledge of monitoring processes utilised by grant funders and understanding of outcomes and impact approaches
In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.
Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.
Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.
We stand with autistic children and young people, champion their rights and create opportunities.

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Who we are:
Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.
Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen.
We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.
Summary of the role:
The Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager will oversee the development of existing high-net (HNW) donors and pipeline new high-net prospects. You will work closely with key Third Party supporters to establish our presence nationally.
A key part of their role will be to strategise to identify high-net donors and foster long term relationships so Muslim Aid is their charity of choice.
You will also work closely with fundraising and supporter services to organise tactical, innovative, bespoke and strategic events to meet the requirements of high-net donors and maximise major gifts like no other.
About the Role:
- Develop a three-year high-net donor strategy with stakeholders that drives long-term sustainable revenue and year on year growth.
- Develop short-, medium- and long-term strategies to maintain engagement, retention and increase revenue with existing and prospective donors that supports our organisational strategy.
- Develop a full Philanthropy & Legacy system to review fundraising forecasts, review progress and implement quarterly tactical activation plans to recover potential losses.
- Conduct market and internal analysis to identify novel funding prospects. Use innovative thinking to devise creative fundraising strategies and solve problems as they arise.
- Develop and implement a corporate fundraising strategy, aligning with our overarching objectives and CSR initiatives. Manage the budget to ensure maximum ROI on fundraising activities.
- Incorporate legal and regulatory standard into all fundraising activities design/delivery.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Significant experience in fundraising, corporate relationship and/or high-net donor development.
- Proven track record in implementing corporate / business / high-net donor strategy and achieving challenging targets.
- Experience in public speaking and presenting information to executive level audiences.
- Knowledge of a wide range of fundraising mechanisms including CRM, sponsorship, brand association and employee fundraising.
- Interpersonal and communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with people at various levels.
- Highly developed negotiation skills.
Why you should apply:
Join Muslim Aid as a Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager and lead on building lasting relationships with high-net-worth donors and partners. You’ll grow our national presence, unlock major gifts, and create innovative, bespoke events that inspire generosity. If you’re passionate about strategic fundraising, partnership building, and making a global impact, this is your chance to help shape Muslim Aid’s future. Apply now and help us shape a stronger future for communities in need.
Benefits you will enjoy working for us:
- 25 days annual leave + 4 Privilege days
- Hybrid working
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- 2 hours lunch break on Fridays
- Time off in Lieu (TOIL)
- Pension Scheme
How to apply:
To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV.
About the Role: Are you a passionate and experienced policy professional with a commitment to social justice? The Alliance for Youth Justice are seeking an Interim Policy Manager to lead our policy and public affairs work until 30th April 2026. As we develop our next strategic plan and give full and proper consideration to the staffing required to deliver it, the Interim Policy Manager will support us to deliver our current strategic and funded commitments. This is a critical role focused on influencing policy and systemic change for children in contact with the youth justice system, including a clear focus on developing a racial justice approach.
Flexible Working Arrangements: We understand that talent comes in many forms, and we're committed to finding the right person for this role. We are open to a range of working arrangements:
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Salaried Contract: A standard employment contract until 30th April 2026.
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Secondment: We strongly encourage applications from individuals currently working within an AYJ member organisation who are interested in a secondment. Please discuss this with your current employer before applying.
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Freelance contract: Individuals or firms interested in undertaking the role on a freelance consultancy basis are welcome to apply. Please outline your proposed day rate and availability in your application.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Driving our influencing strategy to achieve policy change.
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Working with our members to develop compelling, evidence-based policy positions.
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Building and managing relationships with politicians, civil servants, and key stakeholders.
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Ensuring the voices of children and young people with lived experience are central to our work.
Who We're Looking For: You will have a strong background in policy and influencing work, with a proven ability to bring about change. You're a skilled communicator, a strategic thinker, and have a deep understanding of the political landscape and the issues affecting children in the youth justice system.
What We Offer:
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Impactful work: The opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in the lives of young people.
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Collaborative and values driven team: A supportive and passionate team dedicated to our mission and values.
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Competitive Salary: £33516 per annum for a 28 hour week (£41895 per annum pro rata).
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Flexible Working: Home working and flexible hours to balance your work and personal life.
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Annual Leave: 25 days pro rata plus bank holidays and an additional 3 days to be taken between Christmas and New Year.
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Pension: We currently make a 5% employer contribution in addition to any employee contribution.
To Apply:
If you're passionate about youth justice and have the skills and experience to make a difference in this role, we encourage you to apply.
We recognise that historically marginalised groups may choose not to apply for a role they could be brilliant for because they don’t see themselves in every single element of the person specification. If you are interested in applying but aren’t sure that you have all of the skills and experience listed, please do still apply.
Application Deadline: 9.00 am, 8th October 2025.
Interviews: 15th and 16th October.
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Do you want to play a pivotal role in ending impunity for corruption and defending democracy?
Spotlight on Corruption has an exciting opportunity for a passionate and creative individual with a flair for networking and a track record of bringing in funds for charitable causes to lead our fundraising programme.
Now more than ever, powerful anti-corruption voices are needed in a fragmented world where democracy is under threat globally. Join our small, tenacious, driven and highly collaborative team, and be part of the anti-corruption movement creating a more hopeful future.
Deadline for applications is 23.30 on 18th October 2025.
About Spotlight
Spotlight on Corruption is a bold, brave voice that pushes forward the anti-corruption agenda in a pragmatic and credible way. We are agile and opportunistic, seizing political opportunities to push for reforms, while continually building the evidence base through our court monitoring, enforcement tracking and research. We punch above our weight in holding the government to account for taking action against corruption, cronyism, and dirty money in the UK.
Spotlight’s team consists of an Executive Director, Deputy Director, Head of Finance & Operations, Senior Policy & Campaign Lead, Senior Advocacy Adviser, Senior Communications Advisor, and Senior Policy Researcher. The Senior Philanthropy and Partnership Manager is a new role, bringing the staff team to eight. We are committed to maintaining our exceptional team working environment, flexible working arrangements, and ensuring that staff are recognised, respected and have opportunity to develop in their roles.
In the six years since it was established, Spotlight has had significant trust fundraising success and established strong relationships with institutional funders who understand our work and its impact. Under a new three year strategy we are seeking to sustainably grow and diversify our funding base - across trusts and foundations and by establishing a major donor programme to enable us to increase our impact.
We are looking for someone experienced, ambitious and creative to be our first Senior Philanthropy and Partnership Manager, to drive our fundraising strategy, create new opportunities and relationships, lead the cultivation and stewardship of new trust funders, and develop a new major donor fundraising programme.
In this role you will have strategic accountability for fundraising and overseeing progress towards fundraising targets, working with the team and the Board to generate ideas and deliver proposals for raising funds, and for highlighting our impact to potential donors. You will be a hands-on fundraiser, who builds relationships with donors, keeps on top of developments in the funding landscape, develops compelling and creative pitches and proposals for funders, and as a result delivers sustainable income generation to ensure Spotlight achieves our organisational goals.
Key responsibilities
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Lead on executing Spotlight’s fundraising strategy and donor management
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Identify, maintain and develop a robust pipeline of prospects and funders across high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations and other appropriate giving vehicles
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Nurture long-term relationships with existing and prospective trusts and foundations, high net-worth individuals and Donor-Advised Funds
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Work with the team to develop exciting ideas to pitch to funders and to highlight our impact, as well as identifying funding gaps and opportunities
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Prepare and submit high-quality, tailored grant applications to secure trust funding for specific projects and core activities
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Work effectively and collaboratively with the wider team, Executive Director and Board to deliver the fundraising strategy and embed fundraising confidence and process across the team
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Work with the team to develop Spotlight’s impact story and generate ideas about promoting Spotlight’s work, in line with our values
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Track our fundraising efforts and maintain an effective overview of relationships through our Beacon CRM system
Person specification - essential criteria
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A creative and proactive mindset, with the ability to take initiative and generate new opportunities
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Proven ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, with strong oral, writing, presentation, relationship building and networking skills
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Proven track record in developing and nurturing productive and long-term relationships with potential funders
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Proven track record of meeting targets from a high-value fundraising programme (trusts and major donors)
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Proven track record in researching and identifying new trust and major donor prospects, and developing effective cultivation, solicitation and stewardship plans
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Experience of developing exciting pitches and high-quality funding proposals with narrative and financial reports
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Collaborative and solutions-focused, with the ability to lead internal engagement in fundraising and grant management
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Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines and excellent attention to detail
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IT proficiency, with the ability to maintain accurate and timely records using our Beacon CRM system
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An understanding of due diligence in relation to donors and donations
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A passion for fighting corruption
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Eligibility to live and work in the UK
Person specification - desirable criteria
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Ability to think strategically about fundraising and how it interacts with the overall organisation strategy
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Experience of raising funds a field that is relevant or related to fighting corruption
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Good financial literacy and understanding of project budgets and restricted / unrestricted funding
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Experience of organising major donor cultivation events
Spotlight on Corruption is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all staff feel respected and valued. We conduct anonymous long-listing to help promote fairness and diversity. We encourage candidates from different backgrounds and experiences to apply, especially those from underrepresented groups. If you don't meet 100% of the qualifications but are excited about the role, we'd love to hear from you.
Working arrangements:
Two year contract with a view to making this a permanent role. Four days (28 hours) per week - with flexibility depending on the right candidate. 24 days of annual leave (pro rated from 30 for full-time roles) plus pro rated public holidays. Remote working from home required, with regular meetings - sometimes at short notice - in London. Flexible working available.
Responsible to: Head of Finance & Operations
Start date: As soon as possible
Applications should be made by way of a covering letter setting out suitability for the role set against the person specification, and a CV.
Short-listing will take place w/c 20th October.
We anticipate that interviews for short-listed candidates will take place via Zoom during w/c 27th October or w/c 3rd November (first round). There will be in-person interviews in London following that (for those who progress to the second round).
Spotlight on Corruption shines a light on the UK’s role in corruption at home and abroad.
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Set up in 2009, Renaissance Foundation (RF) is a specialist youth charity providing support to two hard-to-reach groups: young carers and young hospital patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. These groups have much in common, and can suffer from significant educational, social and emotional challenges including low academic attainment, high rates of unemployment, isolation and lack of self-esteem. Our mission is to inspire these young people to reach their full potential through our three-year programme, using the power of inspiration, creative and digital learning and vocational development. Our programme is designed to create high aspirations, build resilience and confidence in public settings and support positive engagement with society.
We are looking for a capable, proactive person to oversee the management of RF’s programme. You will be at the frontline of our work, working with key partners, young people and other stakeholders to make an impact. You will be responsible for all aspects of programme management and promotion of the programme through various outreach efforts.
This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is passionate about improving the lives of young Londoners to work with a driven team in a small, but impactful, charity.
Your key contributions
Programme
· Leading RF’s transformative programme including graduate schemes such as mentoring and the Youth Board
· Building your expertise in partnership development, working closely with the Programme Director to build effective partnerships with new partners, community organisations, local authorities and other stakeholders where required
· Attending all drop-in sessions/holiday activities to be a consistent, trusted presence for young people. Term time drop ins take place Wednesdays 5-7pm. Holiday drop-in sessions take place at different times. (Evening and occasional weekend work will be time taken back in lieu)
Outreach
· Driving RF’s Outreach strategy in order to build and enhance visibility and recognition of RF and connect with young people who could benefit from our support
· Managing referral partner relationships across London (including schools, hospitals, young carer services and others), nurturing existing relationships and building new partnerships
· Organising events that inspire referrals to RF including delivering school assemblies, presenting at meetings and taking other external visits as required
· Analysing referral data to identify opportunities and strategically expand our reach where it's needed most
General
· Collaborating with/supporting the programme team on an adhoc basis as required
· Ensuring safeguarding principles and procedures are always followed to protect the welfare of young people, including identifying, responding and reporting any safeguarding concerns
About You
You will:
· be an excellent communicator, with the ability to build strong relationships with young people, referral and programme partners and other key stakeholders
· be confident presenting and speaking publicly
· have strong organisational and time management skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a varied workload
· have the ability to self-motivate, allied with possessing strong team working and collaborative skills
· be able to demonstrate empathy, patience and a genuine passion for supporting young people facing significant challenges
· be an enthusiastic networker
· have the capacity to work outside of normal 9-5 hours at times (weekends and evenings) and the ability to travel abroad occasionally (e.g. to attend the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo)
We're eager to meet people that believe in our mission and can contribute to our team in a variety of ways, not just candidates who check all the boxes. Even if you don't feel that you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
Whilst not imperative, we are interested to hear from candidates who have lived experience of being a young carer or having a long-term health condition.
What we can offer
Salary: £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience
Standard benefits:
25 days holiday, plus public holidays
Pension
Additional benefits:
Extra leave at Christmas
Birthday leave
Monthly team socials
Professional training and development opportunities
Access to a comprehensive EAP
Cycle to work scheme
Time off in lieu for irregular hours worked
We are committed to safeguarding at RF. Successful candidates will need to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including references and Disclosure and Barring Service checks.
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and we welcome applications from anyone regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background or any other difference.
Our mission is to inspire and empowers young people with caring responsibilties and/or chronic health conditions to reach their full potential.

Location: Diocesan House, Causton Street, London (Hybrid)
Contract: Full-time (35hrs/week)
Salary: £50,600 FTE
DBS requirement: No DBS Required
Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to become the LDF’s champion for modern, hybrid ways of working. You will take ownership of our Microsoft 365 environment (including Teams, SharePoint, and the wider Power Platform) to drive collaboration, productivity, and efficiency across the Diocese.
As subject matter expert and design authority for M365, you will manage administration, training, and support, helping staff to leverage the full potential of our digital tools. You’ll lead on developing our intranet, supporting hybrid working, and driving digital innovation - ensuring that technology works seamlessly to support our mission.
Job responsibilities
· Act as primary administrator of Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Power Platform).
· Lead development and management of the SharePoint intranet.
· Champion hybrid working, including support for desk booking and conferencing tools.
· Deliver training, inductions, and campaigns to improve digital literacy.
· Provide expert support and advice on M365 to staff across the organisation.
· Manage relationships with outsourced IT providers and oversee M365-related project work.
· Evaluate and introduce new digital technologies to improve employee experience.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Essential:
· Proven, in-depth experience managing Microsoft 365, with expert skills in SharePoint Online and Teams.
· Strong communication skills, with ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
· Experience delivering technical training and creating user support resources.
· Proactive, user-centred approach to problem-solving.
· Empathy with the mission and values of the Church of England.
· Right to work in the UK.
Desirable:
· Experience using the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps).
· Familiarity with intranet management and internal communications tools.
· Experience working in the charity or wider third sector.
· Experience with a Managed Service Provider (MSP).
· This post does not require a DBS check.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full Person Specification.
About the London Diocesan Fund
The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England. The Diocese of London comprises c.400 parishes north of the River Thames and within the M25 motorway. You can find our Diocesan 2030 vision, which outlines our priorities for the next 10 years here: Our Vision.
The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the LDF, we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We particularly encourage applications from Global Majority Heritage/UK Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, and disabled people, who are currently under-represented in our workforce.
Safeguarding
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Benefits of working with us
· Competitive remuneration package
· 27 days annual leave (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus bank holidays
· 15% employer pension contribution (salary sacrifice available)
· Death in service benefit (x3 basic salary)
· Enhanced maternity leave (six months full pay after 12 months’ service)
· Season ticket loans
· Access to Benenden Health Insurance
· Employee Assistance Programme (counselling through Health Assured)
· Optical benefit (eye test and contribution to spectacles)
· Two additional paid days for community volunteering
To apply:
Submit your application and CV online via Pathways. Please refer to the person specification and JD when you’re answering the application questions.
For more details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification or visit the LDF Careers Page.
For every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ




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Could you bring great programme and people management skills, and a commitment to participatory and strengths-based working, to help lead a portfolio of community-led initiatives in Camden? We would love to hear from you.
The Community Development Manager helps lead, manage and coordinate activities across our portfolio of services at the Winch. You will be passionate about working with and alongside a wide range of people and partners, building a shared approach to help enrich our neighbourhoods. You will be energised by creating and delivering new initiatives, and by learning from them. You will be a thoughtful and attentive planner, a confident communicator and facilitator, and will bring curiosity and clarity to often complex situations.
You will join us as we launch our next phase of the Good Neighbourhood Project, which is focused on building a community-led approach to climate change. This gives you the chance to help shape and lead a critical programme of work, which we are calling ' A Greener Neighbourhood'. If this sounds like your thing, then don't delay - read the role description and apply!
You must submit a covering statement outlining your motivations for applying for the role and describing how you meet the person specification. This should be no longer than two pages of A4, font 12. We will only consider applications with a covering statement.
You must also send a recent CV, outlining your professional experiences and qualifications. This should be no longer than three pages of A4.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About ELBA
ELBA is a leading social regeneration charity in east London. Our mission is to develop employee volunteering and employment initiatives to decrease poverty, improve social mobility and increase equality for communities in east London and beyond. We facilitate corporate support from over 100 organisations into our community, education and employment programmes.
With over 35 years of experience enabling successful partnerships between businesses and communities, ELBA engages over 16,000 corporate employees in volunteer programmes annually
that support employment, education and community initiatives. In 2024 the Community Works programme supported over 250 charities and social enterprises through engaging employee volunteers in practical and skills-based volunteering opportunities.
About Evolve
Evolve is a Business Charity Awards nominated collaboration between three longstanding corporate partners, a corporate foundation and ELBA. With a focus on Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Haringey, we address the barriers and challenges faced by community organisations. We do this by developing organisational capacity, especially with leadership, for those who are tackling the complex needs presented by the cost-of-living crisis.
The project is currently in its fifth year with funding secured for the following year until December 2026 with the prospect of continued work thereafter.
About the role
The purpose of the role is to lead the successful delivery of ELBA’s Evolve Project, delivering employer-supported volunteering projects that meet the needs of the communities of Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Haringey, and expectations of the corporate partners.
The role requires an ability to build close and collaborative relationships across the community sector, particularly with infrastructure organisations of the three boroughs, likewise the corporate partners. The successful candidate will lead the development and delivery of innovative workshops and long term employee volunteering activities (including ELBA’s flagship coaching programmes) to build resilience in communities. The Project Manager will also lead monthly and quarterly steering group meetings, reporting on impact to the corporate partners.
The post is managed by the Head of Community Programmes, with strategic programme support from the Partnership Director.
Working for ELBA
In our staff survey, our people tell us they love the interaction with active and caring colleagues; the worthwhile nature of our work; and the great agency in how they deliver their objectives.
ELBA has a generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service; life assurance; 5% employer pension contribution; BUPA health cash plan; enhanced maternity and paternity pay; an active well-being and equalities programmes led by staff; a varied and busy learning and development schedule; cycle purchase scheme; and an Employee Assistance Helpline.
Job Description
Key duties
· Lead day-to-day development, planning and delivery of Evolve workshops and programmes
· Identify and build relationships with a range of community stakeholders, including charities, community groups, Councils, funders, social enterprises and grassroots organisations to understand community needs
· Design and deliver impactful employee volunteering activities to address these needs, aligned with the skills, knowledge and expertise of the corporate volunteers
· Achieve delivery targets of employee volunteers engaged and beneficiaries supported
· Build and maintain strong relationships with Evolve partners’ Corporate Social Responsibility teams. Manage cohorts of corporate volunteers in line with project targets
· Organise and lead monthly delivery meetings and quarterly project steering group meetings with the Evolve corporate partners
· Maintain strong impact reporting for the project, providing annual reports and mid-year reports to track volunteer and beneficiary engagement
· Proactively generate comms articles, case studies, and awards nominations to highlight the successes of Evolve
General
· Develop a broad knowledge of community resources, programmes and local authority priorities in Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Haringey
· Support the wider Community team and other ELBA colleagues on projects where appropriate
· Use ELBA internal systems to maintain records and report progress, including due diligence and volunteer recording via Salesforce within set timescales
· Ensure that systems for monitoring and evaluation are in place
· Adhere to ELBA’s safeguarding policies and procedures, equal opportunities, health & safety
· Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager
Person Specification
Essential skills and experience
· Strong project management skills, managing projects from inception to completion
· Highly organised with an ability to prioritise, work under pressure and deliver set targets
· Experience in facilitating and delivering in-person and online workshops and events to audiences from different sectors
· Ability to manage and track multiple projects, often with competing deadlines
· Excellent interpersonal skills including collaboration, public speaking and negotiation
· Flexibility and creative problem-solving
· Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate messages clearly
· Experience in developing effective partnerships with multiple stakeholders and the ability to work collaboratively with community and corporate partners
· An understanding of corporate community investment and employee volunteering programmes
· Experience of impact measurement techniques and project tracking tools
· A high level of IT literacy
Desirable skills and experience
· Experience of working with or within the corporate sector
· Good commercial awareness
· Experience of corporate community investment
· Experience of working with and training employee volunteers
· Experience of working in or with the voluntary and community sector in east London
· Experience of event management
· Experience of delivering employability events/projects
· Experience of using Salesforce to track and monitor projects
· Use of social media and experience in communicating externally in an engaging method
ELBA expects all staff to demonstrate ELBA’s core competencies:
- Accountability
- Relationship management
- Thought leadership
ELBA is proud to represent the diversity of the communities we support. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome all applications.
This appointment is subject to DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to make a declaration stating that there are no reasons why the applicant cannot work with children, young people or vulnerable adults.
Our mission is to create possibilities to bring about positive change in London





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This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about creative health, co-production, and working alongside communities to deliver innovative approaches to mental wellbeing. You will manage delivery across multiple partners, lead co-production with young people and parents, and oversee evaluation and impact reporting.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and especially encourage applications from those who reflect the lived experiences of the South London communities we serve.
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!
Location: Remote / Hybrid (with occasional UK travel & team meetings at the Birmingham Office Monthly) Applications welcome for candidates within commuting distance of the Midlands.
At Fuel Bank Foundation, we believe no one should have to choose between heating and eating. Every day, we help people across the UK who are facing fuel crisis—providing emergency financial support, advice, and long-term solutions that create lasting change.
We’re looking for an experienced Strategic Partnerships Manager to help us grow and nurture high-impact relationships with corporate partners, charitable trusts, and grant-making bodies. If you’re a confident communicator, natural relationship-builder, and passionate about making a difference, this could be the role for you.
About the Role
As Strategic Partnerships Manager, you will play a central role in driving income growth and increasing the impact of our partnerships. You’ll work closely with the Head of Strategic Partnerships to deliver our partnership strategy—developing new funding opportunities, managing existing relationships, and ensuring excellent stewardship throughout the partner journey.
This is a dynamic and varied role that offers scope for creativity, strategy, and hands-on relationship management. You'll collaborate closely with internal teams to bring partner activity to life, demonstrate impact, and align our work with shared goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage a portfolio of strategic partnerships, including charitable trusts, corporate sponsors, and grant-making bodies.
- Deliver high-quality stewardship and build strong, long-term relationships with supporters.
- Identify and secure new partnership and funding opportunities in line with organisational strategy.
- Create compelling, tailored proposals and pitches that align with partner objectives and Fuel Bank’s mission.
- Track partnership performance, prepare reports and evaluations, and share impact stories with funders and internal stakeholders.
- Collaborate across departments to align partner activity with service delivery and communications.
- Contribute to income planning, forecasting, and the delivery of financial targets.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience in partnership management, business development, account management, or fundraising—ideally within the charity, non-profit or social impact sector.
- A track record of building successful relationships and delivering income growth.
- Skilled in writing proposals, reports, and presenting ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Commercial awareness and confidence working with budgets, forecasts, and reporting tools.
- Strategic thinker with a creative mindset and the ability to spot new opportunities.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What you will receive in return:
At Fuel Bank Foundation, you'll join a passionate, values-led team making a real impact in communities across the UK. We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible and remote working options
- Opportunities for personal and professional development
- A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
- The chance to help shape solutions to one of the UK’s most urgent social issues
- Enhanced annual leave
- Enhanced pension scheme
- EAP – Healthcare
Fuel Bank Foundation is the only UK charity focused solely on supporting people who cannot afford to prepay for their energy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Havens Hospices, we have a fantastic opportunity for a skilled fundraising manager to make a real impact in their community, shaping the future of individual giving at the charity.
As the Individual Giving Fundraising Manager, you will lead the development and delivery of our Individual Giving strategy, placing donors at the heart of everything you do.
With a strong focus on both acquisition and retention, you will design and implement engaging campaigns across a range of income streams, including Direct Mail, Regular Giving, Lottery, Legacy, and In-Memory giving, line managing a small team of Fundraising Officers.
Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will help to expand our digital fundraising efforts and ensure every supporter enjoys a consistent, meaningful experience. You will monitor performance, uphold compliance, and champion best practice in individual giving, driving long-term support and sustainable growth for our cause.
In this role, you will lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of a diverse range of individual giving fundraising activities, you will manage campaigns end-to-end—from shaping the proposition and signing off creative, to overseeing budgets and analysing performance to drive continual improvement.
Working closely with other Fundraising Managers, you will contribute to delivering the departmental strategy, meeting income targets, and managing budgets effectively.
You will also take the lead on key fundraising projects, promoting a collaborative culture both within the team and across departments.
A key aspect of the role involves partnering with the Marketing and Engagement teams to strengthen digital fundraising and donor acquisition strategies, ensuring a joined-up and impactful supporter journey.
At Havens Hospices, we care for children, young people and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams can support them and their family living throughout illness, death and bereavement in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens.
Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services.
In return for your expertise and passion, you will receive a competitive salary package, and most of all, by making the most of every day you work at Havens Hospices you’ll be helping us continue ‘Making every day count’ for those who need us most.
At Havens Hospices we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Havens Hospices provides specialist care and support for people of all ages who are living with incurable conditions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is a senior role focused on developing and expanding Communities 1st’s enterprise activity, ensuring services are innovative, inclusive, and financially sustainable. You will have direct oversight of current enterprise services and play a pivotal role in helping other teams to develop traded offers and take a more enterprising approach to their work.
You will:
- Lead the delivery, growth, and improvement of our existing social enterprise services – including community centres, facility hire, and handyperson services.
- Drive development of new income-generating opportunities in collaboration with other teams – such as our Coffee Cart, corporate and school workshop offers, and creative venue-based initiatives.
Purpose of the Job:
To lead and develop a growing portfolio of social enterprise services that generate income, increase social value, and support our charitable mission. The role focuses on both direct service management and cross-team collaboration to stimulate innovation, scale, and sustainability across our wider work.
General Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations and strategic development of all community-focussed enterprise services.
- Identify and implement opportunities to grow and diversify income across multiple service areas.
- Support other teams to explore and develop enterprise elements aligned to their goals and communities.
- Ensure all enterprise services are inclusive, well-managed, and aligned with organisational values and impact objectives..
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Line Management
- Lead and support a multidisciplinary team delivering community enterprise services, including facilities, traded services, and community-based projects.
- Provide coaching, supervision, and performance management to direct reports.
- Foster a high-performing, inclusive, and values-led team culture.
Enterprise Strategy & Development
- Develop and evolve business plans and service models that balance social mission and financial sustainability.
- Drive innovation and service improvement across enterprise areas, identifying opportunities for growth, diversification, and increased impact.
- Support other departments (e.g. Creative, Wellbeing, Volunteering) to explore and implement income-generating opportunities such as events, workshops, and training.
- Promote enterprise services and offers to target markets including local businesses, schools, and community organisations.
Finance & Operational Management
- Oversee budgets, purchasing, pricing, and income tracking in line with finance policies and delegated authority.
- Ensure effective systems for stock, asset, and facilities management are in place.
- Use performance data to inform decision-making and improve quality, efficiency, and impact.
Supported Volunteering and Employment
- Work with the Wellbeing, Employment & Skills team to offer inclusive volunteering and work placement opportunities within enterprise services.
- Support volunteers and participants to develop confidence, skills, and pathways to employment or further involvement.
- Ensure person-centred, inclusive practice is embedded across enterprise operations.
Marketing, Sales & Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to raise the profile of enterprise offers and increase reach and take-up.
- Build relationships with external stakeholders including businesses, schools, and community partners.
- Develop productive working relationships with suppliers, delivery partners, and venues to support joint initiatives and operational effectiveness.
Quality
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, reflective practice, and learning.
- Lead the implementation of standard operating procedures and embed quality assurance processes across enterprise activities.
To Partner with local communities, turning knowledge and energy into action and progress

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Programme Manager (Part-time Contract)
The Role:
This is an exciting 15-month contract opportunity for a Senior Programme Manager with experience in participatory/community arts who is passionate about driving impactful change and fostering intergenerational connections within an evolving, inclusive organisation. You will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless continuity and high-quality delivery of our respected intergenerational and care home arts programme during a period of organisational evolution.
At Magic Me, we believe in the power of diverse talent to drive innovation and create a powerful organisational culture. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from minoritised communities and disabled candidates, as we strive to build a team that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Although we welcome applications from everyone, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who identify as men as well as those from the Bengali community who are currently underrepresented on our team.
We also welcome local candidates with knowledge of Tower Hamlets and surrounding boroughs.
Role Details:
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Location: Bethnal Green, E2, East London. Hybrid working negotiable (the role requires office working for key delivery activities and supporting programme team colleagues).
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Salary: £44,000 per annum, pro rata (equivalent to £26,640 for 3 days per week)
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Reporting to: Creative Director (Co-CEO)
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Contract Duration: 15 Months (January 2026 - March 2027)
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Working Hours: 3 days per week (21 hours)
Who we're looking for:
You are an experienced programme leader, comfortable taking comprehensive ownership of an artistic programme that includes multiple projects across diverse contexts. Driven by a strong passion for co-creation, you bring significant expertise from senior project management or producer roles within the participatory/community arts sector. You excel at cultivating strong, authentic relationships with community and non-arts organisations, artists, and participants. With a proven track record in socially engaged practice and direct line management, you are adept at navigating changing environments and possess excellent communication skills that build and maintain vital connections. Your dedication to Magic Me’s mission and the transformative power of intergenerational arts is clearly evident.
Key responsibilities and deliverables:
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Programme oversight & leadership: Provide oversight of the full year creative programme, ensuring high quality delivery and the effective integration of individual projects. Collaborate on the design and management of the overall programme budget and manage staff and artist capacity.
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Team leadership & mentorship: Line-manage two Project Managers, fostering a supportive environment and prioritizing their development. Provide direct mentorship to a designated Project Manager as part of Magic Me's internal succession plan for the SPM role.
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Project practice & frameworks: Take responsibility for implementing effective ways of working for the Programme Team. Oversee project evaluation and ensure evaluation practice adheres to the ACE Impact & Insight framework.
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Partnership & artist relationships: Nurture key partner and artist relationships and oversee the Project Managers' portfolios of key relationships. Identify, engage, and establish potential arts and non-arts partners and participants for the 26/27 programme.
You can find full details of the role and its responsibilities in the job pack.
About Magic Me:
At Magic Me, we envision a world without ageism, where everyone can express their creativity and reach their full potential. Our mission is to inspire change through impactful art, fostering connections between generations. For over three decades, we've pioneered intergenerational arts practices, creating innovative projects in Tower Hamlets and leading the way in creative care home work across London and Essex.
Why now is the perfect time to join:
This is a truly exciting moment to join Magic Me as we are embarking on our next stage of evolution, transitioning to a dynamic Co-CEO model. This Senior Programme Manager role is essential in supporting this transition, particularly by nurturing our programme team and contributing to our internal succession plans. You'll be involved in flagship projects and actively participate in strategic discussions to help shape our new three-year strategy.
The Offer:
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Salary: £44,000 per annum, pro rata (equivalent to £26,6400 for 3 days per week)
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Holiday: 25 days and bank holidays (pro-rata) + days between Christmas & New Year.
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Other benefits: 3% pension contribution, flexible and hybrid working negotiable, and weekly 1:1 wellbeing meetings. We may also offer an additional week of leave during August pending results of a recent trial in 2025.
Application process:
Applications are provisionally open until 9am on Monday 20th October, however, we will close the application form as soon as we have received enough applications. We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible.
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First-stage interviews will take place online on Monday 10th November.
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Second-stage interviews will take place in person at our Bethnal Green office on Monday 17th November.
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The planned start date is the week beginning 5th January 2026.
To apply, head to the "join our team" page on our website complete your application. Please submit an updated CV, our online form, and an equal opportunities form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Concerts & Projects Manager
Position Summary
The Concerts & Projects Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of several key areas of the orchestra’s core performance activity (including but not limited to: concerts in London and around the UK, commercial recording projects, the orchestra’s Garsington Opera residency and others).
Working in a fast-paced environment as part of a friendly, fun and creative team, the role of Concerts & Projects Manager provides a unique opportunity to work with leading musicians and conductors. Excellent organisational and budgeting skills, attention to detail, innovative thinking and a flexible approach to working will help you manage, develop and execute a diverse range of projects to the highest standard.
With oversight from the Senior Concerts Manager and Concerts Director, the post-holder will work closely with the Concerts Coordinators, Concerts Assistant and the Orchestra Operations Team in the delivery of outstanding performances in venues as varied as car parks, concert halls and country houses.
Key Responsibilities
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Planning and coordinating of the London Season at the Royal Festival Hall.
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Planning and co-ordination of the Orchestra’s residencies in the main season: Basingstoke, Bedford, Canterbury & Leicester and in the summer season: Garsington Opera and Three Choirs Festival.
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Planning and co-ordination of the Orchestra’s UK engagements.
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Preparing concert/project budgets, managing and maintaining set budgets and final reconciliations/invoicing.
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Liaising with the Orchestra’s Head of Production and Stage Managers regarding practical arrangements for all concerts and projects, including but not limited to stage plans, arranging stage extensions where required, truck requirements etc.
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Liaising closely with the Orchestra Librarians on orchestrations and editions for repertoire being performed or recorded.
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Supervising the Concerts Coordinators and Assistant in the practical delivery of contracts, PPE letters, tech riders, dressing room and security lists, rehearsal venue bookings, detailed schedule preparation etc.
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Keeping abreast of all relevant agreements and updates from the Association of British Orchestras and Musicians’ Union.
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Liaising with the Orchestra Committee and Artistic Committee regarding player matters as directed by Senior Concerts Manager/Concerts Director
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Attending concerts & projects in London and around the UK. Representing the Philharmonia with utmost professionalism at all times.
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Undertaking such other duties as may reasonably be required by the Company.
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Upholding and demonstrating the Orchestra's values.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential:
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Minimum three years’ experience in classical music administration;
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Demonstrable experience in performance production and scheduling;
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A strong passion for orchestral music;
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Meticulous attention to detail;
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Self-motivated and a diligent worker;
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Good organisational skills and time management;
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Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and verbal;
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Ability to problem solve independently;
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Ability to find creative solutions independently;
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Ability to work as part of a team;
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Ability to motivate junior colleagues;
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Willingness to have a hands-on and positive attitude during projects;
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Willingness to work unsocial hours, including evenings and weekends;
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Willingness to travel outside London, as required.
Desirable:
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Skills in concert management
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Previous employment with a symphony orchestra
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Knowledge of the working practices of a professional orchestra (including ABO/MU agreements that apply to a professional freelance orchestra)
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Knowledge of orchestral repertoire
Reporting Structure
Reporting to the Senior Concerts Manager.
Employment Type
Full time, based in London with weekend and evening work as required by the orchestra’s schedule.
Salary and Benefits
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£30-£35k, dependent on experience
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Pension contribution of 6% of salary to a qualifying scheme
Location
The role will be based at our administrative office in Southwark, London SE1; however, the role will require frequent travel within the UK (and possibly at times internationally)
Application Process
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Closing Date: Monday 29 September 2025
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First interviews: Thursday 2 October 2025
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Second round interviews: w/c 6 October 2025
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Philharmonia Orchestra is committed to ensuring equitable opportunities and a welcoming environment for all those that engage in our work. We strive for a more representative workforce and encourage applications from under-represented groups in the UK arts workforce, particularly those from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds, from lower socio-economic statuses, d/Deaf and Disabled applicants, and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any adjustments to apply for this position or attend an interview, get in touch with us via email with ‘Reasonable Adjustments – Philharmonia’ in the subject line.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Details:
Salary: £40,373 per annum.
Location: Our office is a short walk from King’s Cross station in London. For this role, we need someone to come into the office at least one day a week, on a Tuesday. A day where all of Income Generation come into the office. Otherwise we are proud to promote a truly hybrid work culture. You can work remotely for the rest of the time. Equally, you may prefer to work from the office full-time. There will also be an expectation for the successful candidate to be available for in-person sales meetings in London and across the UK, when needed.
Contractually this role is London based.
Benefits:
- 25 days in the first year, increasing to 27.5 days in the second year of service and 30 days in the third.
- Matched pension scheme up to 7% of salary
- Support for staff with caring responsibilities
- Family-friendly culture
How to Apply: CV and supporting statement - using Hospice UK’s supporting statement document – see below
Closing date for applications: 9 am on Monday 29 September 2025
Interview dates: Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 October. Interviews will take place in person at our office in London.
We’ll send assessments and some questions to you in advance so that you can prepare. Let us know if you have any specific needs to be able to fully engage with the process.
Job Information:
This is a unique opportunity to support business development for a programme that changes how employers support their employees through grief, caring and end of life.
You’ll be at the forefront of driving growth, building strategic partnerships and expanding our reach to new sectors. If you thrive in a consultative sales environment and want to make meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
As a creative and strategic thinker, you’ll have the ability to sell both one-off products and build long-term, bespoke partnerships.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting the sales and partnership development for the Compassionate Employers programme
- Shaping tailored packages that respond to the clients’ strategic needs
- Building relationships across sectors to grow programme reach and impact
- Supporting cultural change in workplaces around grief, caring and terminal illness
About Compassionate Employers
Compassionate Employers is our flagship workplace support programme. It helps organisations better support employees affected by terminal illness, caregiving responsibilities and bereavement. Through practical resources, expert guidance, training and recognition, we empower employers to foster truly inclusive and supportive cultures.
Join us as we entering an exciting new phase of growth and innovation. And be part of redefining how workplaces respond to life’s most challenging moments.
If you’re interested in this role we’d love to hear from you. If you’d like to ask any questions before applying, you can contact Paul (his contact details are available on our website)
You’ll find lots more information in the Candidate Information Pack (available on our website to download).
At Hospice UK the job title for this role is Senior Corporate Development Executive. In other organisations this role might be called a Business Development Manager.
How to apply:
To apply for this role, please send us the following documents by 9am on Monday 29 September 2025:
- Your CV. Ideally in Microsoft Word format and less than 3 pages of A4
- A completed supporting statement form (where you can demonstrate how you meet the person specification) - available on our website to download
- A completed equalities monitoring form - available on our website to download.
We will shortlist candidates based on their CV and supporting statements. A briefing of what to expect will be sent in advance to shortlisted candidates.
Closing date for applications: by 9am on Monday 29 September 2025.
We believe in fair recruitment and working to remove bias, so all applications will have identifying indicators removed before being submitted to the shortlisting panel.
Please make sure you provide your contact details in your email. Please note the interview dates above and let us know if there are any accommodations you might need to participate fully in the process. We will try to be flexible.
To be considered for this role you must have the right to live and work in the UK for your application to be progressed. Hospice UK is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.