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Canopy, Remote
£90,000 - £120,000 per year
Got the vision of a strategist and the energy of a hummingbird? 🐦 We’re hiring a Senior Development Director (Hummingbird Pollinator).
Posted 1 week ago
DFN Project SEARCH, Remote
£45,500 per year
You will lead and manage a large-scale, multi-organisation piece of research aiming to highlight the impact of our programmes
Posted 1 week ago Apply Now
Adolescent Health Study, Remote
£55,000 - £65,000 per year
Posted 1 week ago Apply Now
Closing in 5 days
The King's Trust, Bristol (Hybrid)
£23,672.00 to £28,783.00 dependent on your skills, knowledge and experience
Posted 1 week ago
Closing in 3 days
Muscular Dystrophy UK, Remote
£33,000 - £35,000 (PT salary equivalent is £19,800 - 21,000) per year
The Community Fundraising Manager role at MDUK is an exciting opportunity and it requires a strong presence in Northern Ireland.
Posted 5 days ago
TACT, Bristol City (Hybrid)
£60,780 per annum plus £750 per annum Home Working Allowance and £1,500 per annum OOH Allowance
Posted 1 week ago
Bumblebee Conservation Trust, Remote
£35,100 FTE pa (£21,060 pro rata)
Posted 6 days ago
Electica, Remote
£80,000 - £86,000 per year
Posted 5 days ago
Closing in 3 days
HOST — "ally for action", Remote
£35,000 - £50,000 per year
Lead a global support team helping change-makers thrive.
Posted 3 days ago Apply Now
Lindsay Leg Club Foundation, Remote
£40,000 per year
The LLCF was established in 2004 with the main objective of facilitating and managing the co-ordinated growth of the network of Leg Clubs
Posted 5 days ago
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Remote
Circa £41,000
Full-time or part-time
Permanent
Job description

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with our client on a fantastic Trusts and Foundations Manager role. This pivotal position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and lead the organisation’s trust and foundation fundraising strategies, driving growth in a dynamic and ambitious environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategies to expand the trust and foundations portfolio, ensuring sustainable pipeline growth
  • Manage a diverse portfolio of existing funders and cultivate new relationships to secure multi-year and increasing donations.
  • Steward relationships, ensuring high levels of engagement and retention
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling propositions and align funding opportunities with organisational developments.
  • Management and development of a Trust Officer responsible for small trusts, medium funders, and stewardship activities, offering guidance and strategic insight.
  • Track and report on funding pipeline, stakeholder engagement, and relevant metrics to senior leadership.
  • Manage donor communications, submission of funding applications, and reporting requirements effectively.

Person Specification

  • Proven experience managing trust and foundation fundraising, ideally at a senior level, with a track record of securing six-figure contributions.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to cultivate and sustain long-term partnerships.
  • Excellent strategic planning and pipeline development skills, with an innovative approach to funding models 
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop team members, with excellent communication skills.
  • A results-oriented mindset with strong organisational skills and capacity to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to adapt to evolving organisational needs and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.

What’s on Offer

Salary: circa £41,000

Remote based roles with regular meetings in London (travel paid for)

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity

The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

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The Talent Set View profile Organisation type Recruitment Agency Company size 1 - 5
Posted on: 04 November 2025
Closing date: 04 December 2025 at 23:59
Job ref: BHJOB24584_4754
Tags: Trusts / Foundations