Fundraising lead jobs
Royal Economic Society (RES) is the professional membership body and learned society for the study and application of economics. The RES has been at the forefront of advancing economic knowledge globally since 1890 and has been foundational in building capability and excellence in the profession. With over 3,000 individual members worldwide and a dozen organizational members, we are one of the oldest economic associations in the world. Increasingly we are focused on improving the public understanding of economics through engagement with schools and the wider public. Improving diversity, inclusion and professional conduct within the discipline is a key strategic priority of the Society.
The Partnerships Manager will play a central role in helping the RES achieve its strategic goals by developing, building and sustaining partnerships to deliver external funding. The individual will manage existing relationships, identify opportunities, lead bid writing, develop compelling funding proposals, and build relationships with funders, partners, and philanthropic donors.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising and bid development
- Identify and secure new sponsorship and partnerships opportunities to support existing RES activities
- Seek funding for new activities in line with the Society’s goals.
- Maintain and develop relationships with current and prospective partners including funding bodies, trusts and foundations, sponsors, major donors, corporates, universities and others.
- Write high-quality, persuasive funding bids and proposals, working with RES staff, trustees, and partner organisations.
- Develop cases for support, theory of change frameworks and budgets to underpin funding applications.
- Respond to calls for funding with tailored and timely applications that align with funder interests and the Society’s strategic priorities.
- Work closely with colleagues on the delivery of the funded activities, where appropriate overseeing these directly.
- Work closely with colleagues to identify priority initiatives that require external funding to proceed and maintain a clear pipeline of funding needs across the organisation.
- Develop and maintain RES group and institutional memberships.
Business Development and External Engagement
- Monitor trends in research funding, philanthropy, and corporate partnerships relevant to economics and learned societies.
- Horizon-scan and build a pipeline of future fundraising opportunities.
- Represent RES externally at funder meetings, networking events, and partnership development discussions.
Internal Collaboration and Capacity Building
- Work closely with colleagues shaping and costing funding proposals and ensure bid quality and compliance
- Provide guidance, training, and support to colleagues on funding opportunities, bid development, and funder expectations.
- Work with finance colleagues to ensure accurate invoicing, renewals, and financial forecasting.
Reporting
- Monitor performance against income and other targets and report regularly to the Chief Executive and Board.
- Prepare briefings, proposals and reports for Board and committee meetings.
Other
- Carry out any other tasks and responsibilities commensurate with the role and as reasonably requested.
Person Specification
Essential Skills
- Proven experience of successful fundraising, bid writing or business development, preferably in a learned society, research organisation, professional body or in higher education.
- Understanding of impact and outcomes-based funding models (e.g. theory of change), and how to align funding opportunities with organisational priorities.
- Ability to support the development of budgets for funding bids and to track/report against income target.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write persuasive funding bids, cases for support, and briefing materials.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small team environment.
- Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining quality.
Desired Skills
- Familiarity with the research, higher education, or economics funding landscape.
- Experience of working with a variety of funders, including trusts and foundations, research councils, corporates, or major donors.
- Experience working with CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce or equivalent).
- Understanding of how charitable governance interacts with fundraising, including experience supporting committees or preparing reports for Boards.
Application Process
Please send your CV along with a personal statement outlining how you meet each person specification point. Applications that have not linked the personal statement to the person specification points will not be considered.
Applications should be emailed to us by 9am Monday 8 September 2025. Late applications will not be considered. Interviews will take place week commencing 15 September 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Main purpose of post
As Digital Marketing and Social Media Officer, you will play a vital role in
growing the online presence of Weston Park Cancer Charity and deepening
engagement with supporters, clients, and the wider public, ensuring our
message reaches the right audiences in the most effective ways.
You’ll have prime responsibility for managing our social media channels,
supporting the rest of our Marketing team to create digital content and
campaigns that raise awareness, promote fundraising, and share the stories of
those we support.
This is a hands-on, creative role that would suit someone passionate about
social media, digital marketing, and making a difference in the lives of others.
This role will:
• Support the develop of and implement social media strategies to
increase engagement, reach and donations.
• Have prime responsibility for the charity’s social media channels
(Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok), ensuring consistent,
engaging, and mission-led content – planning, scheduling and
publishing content.
• Manage the digital marketing content calendar and coordinate content
with the Marketing team.
• Create a variety of digital content, including graphics, videos, reels,
stories, blogs, and animations.
• Monitor and, where appropriate, respond to, and engage with followers
and messages, providing a warm and professional tone, ensuring
messaging is in line with the Weston Park Cancer Charity tone of voice.
• Coordinate paid social media campaigns using Meta Business Suite.
• Track performance metrics and provide reports on engagement, growth,
and reach, making recommendations for improvements
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to create, develop and execute
digital marketing campaigns for awareness, fundraising, and service
promotion.
• Assist with keeping the charity’s website content up to date
• Assist with email marketing campaigns and manage the charity’s regular
e-newsletter using tools such as Mailchimp.
• Assist with Google Analytics and Google Ads.
• Ensure all content is inclusive, accessible, and aligned with brand
guidelines and values.
• Stay up to date with trends in digital communication and identify
opportunities for innovation.
• Ensure that all activities and contacts are managed through Weston
Park Cancer Charity systems and procedures, including the social media
policy
What you do
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston
Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our Digital Marketing and Social Media
Officer will play a vital part of our team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life
for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region. If you are interested in
progressing your career within an organisation which makes a real difference to the
lives of thousands of people, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
Experience managing social media platforms in a professional setting.
Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft engaging and
compassionate content.
Ability to create and edit basic digital graphics and short-form video content
e.g. Instagram Reels and TikToks.
Confidence with social media scheduling tools and analytics platforms.
Basic knowledge of website content management systems (e.g. WordPress).
Basic knowledge of email marketing tools (e.g. Mailchimp).
Basic knowledge of Google Ads.
Basic understanding of SEO principles.
How to apply
Closing date: Sunday 14th September @11.59pm
Interview date: Wednesday 1st October
Application format: Please send a CV and covering note demonstrating that you
have read the job description / person specification and how
you meet the essential and (where relevant) desirable criteria
for this role. This can include skills, training, membership of
professional bodies and experience. The covering note will
form a key part of the recruitment process and you should
demonstrate your suitability for the role in no more than one
page.
Weston Park Cancer Charity is committed to promoting
equality of opportunity and values diversity of culture among
our staff. All applications are anonymised as part of the
selection process, so please do not forward any documents in
PDF format.
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About Sussex Support Service CIC
Sussex Support Service CIC is a dedicated community interest company committed to promoting wellbeing within Uckfield and the surrounding areas. As we enter an exciting phase of growth and development, we’re expanding our team with a new position focused on fundraising and marketing. We seek a proactive, engaging individual with a proven track record in these areas to play a key role in our continued success.
Purpose of the Role
- Collaborate closely with the Director of Services to coordinate and drive community, corporate fundraising, and grant applications.
- Significantly increase overall fundraising income.
- Enhance the organisation’s profile across Sussex, building stronger relationships and engaging stakeholders effectively.
Main Responsibilities
Fundraising
- Develop, implement, and diversify Sussex Support Service’s fundraising strategy, including community events and initiatives.
- Organise and coordinate a range of fundraising activities such as sponsored walks, quizzes, pop-up events, etc.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with individual supporters and donors, fostering long-term involvement and repeat giving.
- Lead on grant applications, working closely with the Director of Services and Arts Development Coordinator.
- Manage the organisation’s online presence—website and social media—ensuring regular updates that inspire engagement and donations.
- Maintain accurate records of all fundraising activities and produce financial reports for funders, donors, and internal review.
- Keep abreast of updates from the Fundraising Regulator and other relevant bodies, advising the organisation accordingly.
Marketing and Communications
- Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy to raise awareness of Sussex Support Service.
- Promote the organisation to older individuals, carers, local influencers, councils, and partner organisations.
- Oversee and update the organisation’s website, LinkedIn profile, and YouTube channel, ensuring engaging and current content.
- Expand and actively manage social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok), with consistent, engaging content and timely responses.
- Collaborate with staff and service users to gather stories, testimonials, images, and case studies that support fundraising and promotional efforts.
- Design and produce marketing materials in line with brand guidelines, including newsletters, leaflets, annual reports, and service brochures.
- Manage press relationships—draft press releases, respond to media requests, and seek awards or recognitions to increase visibility.
- Coordinate volunteer and staff appreciation events to foster community and engagement.
- Handle administrative duties related to the role, including correspondence, data management, and reporting.
- Ensure all activities comply with organisational policies, particularly safeguarding, confidentiality, equal opportunities, and health & safety.
Additional Notes
- The role may require occasional evening or weekend hours for events, with time off in lieu or flexible working arrangements.
- Regular travel within Sussex is necessary for engagement and event participation.
- The job description is subject to review and change in line with organisational needs.
Person Specification
Essential Experience & Knowledge
- Proven success in raising income from individuals and corporate partners.
- Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating fundraising and marketing strategies.
- Skilled in managing websites and social media platforms for marketing and fundraising.
- Strong literacy and numeracy skills with an eye for detail.
- Capable of creating engaging marketing and promotional materials.
- Knowledge of issues affecting older people is desirable.
- Experience within or understanding of the voluntary/community sector is advantageous.
Skills & Personal Attributes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, engaging diverse audiences effectively.
- Strong relationship-building and networking abilities with influential stakeholders.
- Confident presenter capable of engaging small and large groups.
- Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work efficiently.
- Resilient, adaptable, and willing to explore new ideas and approaches.
- Creative thinker with a proactive attitude towards new initiatives.
- Ability to work flexibly, responding to changing priorities while maintaining focus.
- A committed team player who embodies Sussex Support Service’s values and can motivate others.
- Able to travel independently across Sussex.
A community interest company based in Uckfield, East Sussex, dedicated to reducing isolation, improving wellbeing, and empowering the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Head of Fundraising
Location: Remote (occasional UK in-person meetups)
Contract type: Permanent, full-time or part-time (minimum 4 days/week); UK adjacent hours
Salary: £55,000–£75,000 per annum (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: 35 days holiday + national holidays; 14 days medical leave; 3% employer pension contribution; open to flexible working
Reporting to/supported by: CEO
How to apply: Submit your cover letter and CV via CharityJob. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close the advert early if we find the right candidate.
About Iswe
Iswe is a global non-profit advancing participatory democracy and systems-level political change. Our mission is to help citizens, especially those in underrepresented regions, shape solutions to global challenges — from climate justice to health equity. Our initiatives include the Global Citizens’ Assembly (GCA) and Assemblis, a digital platform for community-led democratic processes.
We’re entering an exciting phase of growth and are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial fundraiser to take our income generation to the next level.
About the role
We are seeking a Head of Fundraising to develop and drive Iswe’s income generation strategy and grow a high-performing fundraising team.
This role is ideal for someone experienced and confident enough to lead the function with minimal oversight, but still eager to be hands-on. You will bring a good understanding of the climate, democracy, and systems change funding landscape, ideally along with existing funder relationships. You’ll be creative and entrepreneurial, with the ability to craft compelling cases for support, develop new income streams, and build the operational systems required to raise and manage funds effectively.
Your goal will be to secure £10 million over the next 3–5 years, and position Iswe for long-term financial sustainability.
You will report to the CEO and will manage a Senior Fundraising Officer, with the opportunity to expand the team over time (e.g. an individual giving lead and a high-net-worth donor lead).
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
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Develop and deliver an ambitious fundraising strategy aligned with Iswe’s organisational goals, including project-specific income generation and unrestricted funding.
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Identify and pursue diverse fundraising opportunities, with a focus on:
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Grant fundraising
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Institutional partnerships
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Innovative pooled funding mechanisms
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Individual giving and public campaigns
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High-net-worth individuals
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Revenue-generating partnerships and services
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Provide regular reporting and strategic insights, including risks, opportunities, and performance against targets.
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Work with the CEO to transition key donor relationships smoothly and represent Iswe externally at high-level events and convenings (e.g. COP, Bonn, Davos, New York Climate Week).
Fundraising Execution
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Lead the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of funders, donors, and strategic partners.
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Write and oversee the development of high-quality grant proposals, donor reports, and communications.
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Coordinate funding strategies for individual projects, and support project teams to embed fundraising into their planning and delivery.
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Develop digital strategies and campaigns to support public fundraising and individual giving.
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Build systems to attract and steward high net worth individuals, including prospecting, relationship management, and donor communications.
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Explore and advance business revenue streams such as consultancy offers, corporate sponsorships, or platform-based services.
Team Leadership
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Line-manage a Senior Fundraising Officer, supporting their professional development and accountability.
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Recruit, onboard and manage future team members as needed (e.g. an Individual Giving Manager and High Net Worth Fundraising Lead).
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Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and bottom-up leadership within the fundraising team and across the organisation.
Operational Excellence
- Design and implement systems for tracking fundraising performance and measuring ROI.
- Develop internal processes for grant management and donor engagement.
- Ensure compliance with fundraising ethics, legal standards, and data protection regulations.
- Build the fundraising literacy and capability of project and leadership teams across the organisation.
Person Specification
Essential
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Substantial fundraising experience (minimum 5+ years), with a proven track record of raising six to seven-figure income across grantmaking, institutional funders, or major donors.
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Strong strategic thinking, planning, and execution skills — with the ability to own a multi-year fundraising roadmap and deliver results with minimal supervision.
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Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering fundraising strategies across multiple income streams (e.g. grants, high net worth individuals, public fundraising, or partnerships).
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Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling funding proposals and reports.
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Working knowledge of individual giving strategies, including use of digital tools for donor acquisition and retention.
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Working knowledge of GDPR.
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Understanding of how to build systems and culture to support high net worth individual engagement and income generation.
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Experience speaking and writing knowledgeably about deliberative democracy and multilateralism.
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Strong understanding of the global fundraising landscape in climate, democracy, and systems change — and ideally some well-established funder relationships.
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Ability to build strong internal and external relationships and to work across multiple teams and time zones.
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A collaborative, self-reflective leadership style — grounded in awareness of your own leadership strengths and blind spots, and committed to building the agency of others.
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Experience working effectively in a remote environment and enthusiasm for this mode of working.
Desirable
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Experience developing pooled funding models or engaging with multilateral funding initiatives.
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Experience monetising services or designing other forms of business income.
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Experience working in or with small, fast-moving nonprofits or startups.
What We Offer
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A rare opportunity to shape and lead the fundraising function of a globally relevant organisation at a pivotal moment in its growth.
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A flexible, learning-focused work environment rooted in collaboration, experimentation, and shared ownership.
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A mission-driven team working on some of the most urgent challenges of our time, in partnership with communities around the world.
A note on representation
We know that building a team representative of wider society fosters creativity and innovation. We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences and are committed to being a place where all belong. We therefore particularly welcome applications from candidates who are disabled, Black, Asian or from other minority ethnic backgrounds, who identify within the LGBTQIA+ community, or identify as from a lower or disadvantaged socioeconomic background as these groups are currently under-represented on our staff team.
Purpose
The Fundraising Development Officer supports the delivery of our individual giving programme, helping to nurture current supporters and attract new ones.
You will be responsible for building our regular giving support, implementing supporter journeys and co-ordinating our annual appeals. You will also work closely with the Head of Fundraising in developing our major donor plans, and support with other individual giving channels, including in-memory giving and legacy giving.
The role also takes a lead on prospect research, supporting the development of our portfolio of high-value prospects. Through detailed research on prospects and donors, you will build prospect pipelines that will support income growth across the fundraising team. Your excellent interpersonal and communication skills will see you supporting individual fundraisers across the team nd strengthening the prospect pipelines that drive income at the highest levels. You will use a range of sources to obtain relevant information that can contribute to proposals, communications and donation strategies.
We are looking for someone who has great communication and research skills, and a collaborative approach. You will be a self-motivated, proactive and analytical individual with the ability to build, manage and develop relationships across teams.
While a background in fundraising or prospect research is desirable, it is not essential. If you bring the right skills and are willing to learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities and duties
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Manage our ‘Friends of Charlie Waller’ regular giving scheme, building the supporter numbers and engagement with the charity.
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Deliver exceptional supporter care to our regular supporters, recognising opportunities for deeper engagement and potential for further support.
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Implement the supporter journeys for regular and one-off donors, creating communications to engage them with the cause and understand the impact.
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Co-ordinate our appeals cycle, working closely with colleagues across the charity to collate appeal content, including case studies, statistics and images.
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Support the development of our major donor plans, identifying prospects within our supporter base and assisting with stewardship plans.
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Support the development of our plans for building in-memory and legacy giving, including stewardship and cultivation events.
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Undertake detailed research on prospects and donors to grow our portfolio of high-value supporters, including individuals, corporates and trusts.
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Complete due diligence checks on prospective supporters, in line with the Trust’s donations acceptance policy.
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Monitor research subscriptions & news alerts to identify new opportunities.
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Share insight and knowledge on the latest trends in philanthropy and corporate giving with the rest of the team.
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Provide regular updates on progress against agreed objectives and contribute to wider departmental fundraising reports as required.
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Attend CWT events as appropriate to establish new contacts, develop existing relationships, and raise the profile of CWT with potential supporters.
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Ensure that systems and processes are effective, and that our database is being updated and utilised as the central source of information.
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Ensure compliance to data protection, safeguarding, confidentiality and relevant organisational policies and procedures.
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Routine call handling as part of the wider office administrative team.
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Other duties as may be reasonably prescribed by the trust, appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of the post.
To apply
If you would like an informal discussion about the role with our Head of Fundraising, this can be arranged via email to recruitment(at)charliewaller(dot)org
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Monday 1st September 2025 – please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient and suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you’re interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Please submit via your chosen job website, or send your CV and a supporting statement to recruitment(at)charliewaller(dot)org. We ask that you structure your supporting statement, by providing relevant information under person specification bullet points (combining these if multiple points are effectively responded to by one experience). Please try to keep your supporting statement to a maximum of 800 words, excluding headers. Applications will not be considered without a supporting statement.
You will hear back from us by Friday 5th September, if not before and should you be shortlisted, an interview will take place w/c 8th September and will involve a competency interview along with a short written task relevant to the role.
We will provide details about the task 24 hours in advance to allow candidates time to prepare and we will also provide 50% of the interview questions in advance so that all candidates can perform at their best.
Person Specification
The successful candidate is likely to have most of the following competencies and experience but not necessarily all. If you feel that you are a strong candidate, please do apply.
Skills required and relevant experience
Essential
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Knowledge of standard Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook, Excel, Word.
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Familiar with or keen to learn about charitable fundraising.
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Strong administrative skills.
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Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
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Excellent relationship management skills.
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Experience of various communication channels, traditional and digital.
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Comfortable with digital tools to aid promotion and fundraising.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interpret and present complex information with clarity.
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Ability to prioritise workload and respond to urgent issues and deadlines.
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Good IT skills, including an ability to troubleshoot.
Desirable
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Experience of delivering high-quality research both proactively and to set briefs.
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Comfortable working with databases.
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Knowledge of GDPR requirements.
Attainment
Essential
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Maths and English GCSEs, Grade C minimum, or equivalent by experience
Personal attributes
Essential
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Excellent attention to detail.
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Confident in building relationships.
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Initiative-taker and solution-minded with a can-do attitude towards any task or challenge.
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Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
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Professional, enthusiastic and flexible, with a strong willingness to learn.
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Capable of working as part of a team and autonomously.
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A commitment to working to meet the charity’s objectives.
Desirable
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Interest in and awareness of mental health issues.
To educate young people and those around them about their mental health and wellbeing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Individual Giving & Community Fundraising Manager will have an exciting opportunity to grow World Child Cancer’s individual giving. They will also lead on creating a donor experience that will ensure people can engage with us in lots of different ways, from a lottery or regular support, legacies, community fundraising and events (including the London Marathon).
The post holder will be responsible for:
- Managing and growing individual giving.
- Recruiting and stewarding individual supporters through existing channels.
- Helping to secure funding to invest in launching a World Child Cancer charity lottery.
- Stewarding participants to build a pool of regular givers, medium level donors, legacy donors and event participants.
- Ensuring fundraising data is effectively managed, analysed and utilised.
- Managing the challenge and community fundraising. Supported by the Fundraising Executive.
- Supporting the Fundraising Executive responsible for the planning and logistics for fundraising events.
- Working collaboratively with the other Fundraising teams and Marketing to ensure supporters get the best experience.
This is a hands-on management role so you will need to be prepared to do the work as well as managing. The post holder will be an ambitious, creative self-starter who is passionate about World Child Cancer’s programmes as well as our fundraising activities. They will work as well in a team as they do on their own and be happy to undertake administrative tasks as well as more complex fundraising projects. As a smaller organisation (circa £3m) everyone has to be prepared to support each other, so tasks may vary.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who: Free to Be Kids
Where: Hybrid - 2 days a week from London, Waterloo office
Salary: circa £34,000
“We believe in childhood, muddy trainers, new challenges, self-expression, and real human relationships. Our aim is to open up a sense of adventure, freedom and possibility for children who are struggling, whatever life's circumstances.”
Purpose of the job
Primarily, you’ll own responsibility for our small to medium grant pipeline, so we're looking for someone with a track record of successfully securing five figure funding from Trusts, Foundations, or Corporates. As well as writing high quality, comprehensive and persuasive funding applications, you’ll need to manage reporting and relationship management with the funders you successfully engage with and oversee wider fundraising areas, including playing a key role in our social media and communications, supporting sponsored event and London marathon runners, and playing a key part in planning our annual fundraising events. We see significant potential for growth within the role with the capacity for the right candidate to progress to Senior Fundraising Officer level within the first 12-18 months.
As a charity, we really value belonging, and believe the deeply vulnerable children we support deserve us to pour love, heart and care into all we do for them. As much as past fundraising experience is key, we’re also looking for the right fit with our strong team ethos and charity identity, as we believe our incredible staff team are our most precious asset in what we deliver for young people who need us.
Role responsibilities to include:
- To prepare and submit compelling funding applications to our existing well established pipeline of small-medium Trusts, Foundations and Corporates.
- To hold responsibility for relationship management with our portfolio of small-medium sized funders (value of c£250,000-£300,000 annually).
- To support the Fundraising Manager and CEO with the preparation of larger and more complex funding bids, showing capacity to progress to leading a proportion of these in time.
- To support the Fundraising Manager with research into future funding opportunities.
- To create detailed, timely and impactful reports for funders, including evidence and evaluation of the projects supported by their donations.
- To lead on our sponsored runs, including 12 London marathon places, ensuring runners are supported with event sign-up, fundraising pages and targets, and social media content. (circa 20 runners total per year).
- To support the Fundraising Manager in the delivery of our May Fundraising gala event evening, June match funded online campaign, Christmas campaign, Corporate volunteering days, and such other future events as may be required.
- To play a key role in fundraising related social media content creation and posting, supporters’ newsletters, supporters’ survey and wider social media and communications functions.
Person specification to include:
- Some previous experience in a fundraising role.
- Demonstrable skills in building powerful relationships with Trusts, Foundations, Corporates and individual donors.
- Good experience in creating impactful monitoring reports for funders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write persuasively and engagingly.
- A real passion for working with marginalized or vulnerable young people – we’re looking for someone who knows they want to work in the charity sector, and who is driven to invest heart and soul into it.
Deadline for applications: 28th August 2025 however role my close early is a shortlist is secured.
For a copy of the job pack please apply via this site.
Salary: £29,000 – £32,900
Contract: Permanent, full-time (Flexible and part-time considered)
Closing date: Sunday 10th August
Location: Hybrid – one day a week at the London Bridge office
Benefits: 28 days annual leave bank holidays (after one year service you have the option to buy/sell an additional week leave) Generous pension contributions, giving 2% on top of employee contribution
We are delighted to be working with Prostate Cancer UK as they search for a passionate and proactive Community Fundraising Executive to join their wonderful team.
As Community Fundraising Executive, you will play a key role within the charity’s sector-leading Events and Community Fundraising team, leading on the delivery of their DIY walking and cycling programmes and supporting individuals and groups who are fundraising in their own inspiring ways. You’ll also work alongside the Community Fundraising Manager to implement innovative campaigns, grow fundraising income, and build lasting relationships with mid- and high-value supporters.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a creative and fast-paced environment, has a passion for community fundraising, and wants to be part of a supportive and ambitious team.
To be successful in the role of Community Fundraising Executive, you will need:
- Experience working in a fundraising role within the charity sector, with a focus on supporter engagement.
- Proven ability to plan and manage projects, meet KPIs, and evaluate performance.
- Creativity, collaboration, and drive to test new ideas, improve supporter journeys, and contribute to a thriving fundraising programme.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call and ask to speak to Jake.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
If enough applications are received, the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
The Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) is a national charity on a mission to end the suffering caused by cold homes and tackle the climate emergency. We want everyone to live in a warm, healthy home powered by a sustainable energy system.
We work across the UK with people, communities, local authorities, and national partners to deliver practical support, advocate for change, and share our knowledge. Collaboration, curiosity and commitment sit at the heart of how we work.
The role
We’re looking for an experienced and values-driven Senior Fundraising Manager to help us grow and diversify our income in support of CSE’s mission.
This is a strategic and hands-on role that will see you lead charitable fundraising activity across trusts and foundations, individual giving and corporate partnerships. You will work closely with the Director of Development & External Affairs to set and deliver ambitious but realistic income targets and identify opportunities that align with our goals.
You will support the development of high-quality, compelling funding proposals in collaboration with our delivery teams. You will also contribute to organisational strategy, refine internal systems and processes, and provide leadership to other development team members.
Who you are
You are a creative and collaborative fundraiser with a strong track record of securing funding and developing projects with social impact. You are comfortable taking ownership, spotting opportunities, and communicating persuasively with funders, colleagues and partners.
You bring strategic thinking, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You enjoy working across teams and disciplines and are committed to building relationships and growing impact.
You will bring:
- Demonstrable experience of securing significant funding from charitable trusts and foundations.
- A broad range of fundraising experience across corporate, statutory and individual giving.
- Experience of writing compelling proposals, tenders and expressions of interest.
- Knowledge of fundraising compliance and best practice, including data protection (GDPR).
- A collaborative mindset and confidence working with senior stakeholders and delivery teams.
- Experience of line management and supporting others to learn and grow.
What we offer
Working at CSE means joining a purpose-driven and supportive team, where your work helps tackle the climate crisis and support people in need. We offer:
- Salary: £43,349 – £51,924 (Salary Grades H/I)*
- Pension: 8% employer / 6% employee
- Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays
- Flexibility: TOIL system and hybrid working
- Development: A commitment to your career progression, training and learning
- Wellbeing: Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme
- Culture: Staff-led groups including Employee Voice and our EDI working group
- Lifestyle benefits: Tech Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, retail discounts and more
* Starting salary will typically be at the lower end of the scale and may increase over time, based on performance and experience. There is potential to progress to Salary Band I.
Our values
We want everyone who joins CSE to feel part of something meaningful and supported. Our work and culture are grounded in our core values:
- Commitment to CSE – working together to achieve our mission and making everyone feel they belong
- Collaboration – valuing others’ contributions, sharing ideas and communicating with openness and respect
- Conscientiousness – taking care with our work, using resources wisely and striving for improvement
- Initiative – looking for ways to solve problems and support others while responding flexibly to change
How to apply
To apply, please download and complete the application form available from our CSE 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.
To be considered for this role an application form must be sent to us via the email. Please refer to the Information for Applicants.
The closing date for applications is 09:00 Wednesday 20 August 2025.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to take part in the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.
If invited to interview, we will ask you to provide evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Liverpool Zoe’s Place provides respite, therapeutic and bereavement care to babies and children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families. Our hospice has been supporting the communities of Liverpool and the North West for more than 30 years and we are currently in an exciting season of growth and development. With a new Board of Trustees and a new building on the way, it is a really exciting time to join our team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our friendly team of professionals - providing administration and database support to our fundraising and clinical teams. If you have strong administration skills, a working knowledge of databases, and a positive, friendly attitude then we would love to hear from you. You would be joining our team in a really exciting season, as we work towards a new, state-of-the-art hospice in West Derby.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hourglass is the only UK-wide charity dedicated to ending the abuse, harm and exploitation of older people. We work to create a safer ageing society where everyone can age safely and with dignity, and where older people are recognised, respected and supported.
Our services include a 24/7 Helpline, casework programmes, policy advocacy, and awareness-raising campaigns. We exist to end the harm, abuse, neglect and exploitation of older people – and we support those affected by it.
We are looking for a digitally-savvy, creative and data-driven Digital Fundraising Officer to help drive income and supporter engagement across all digital channels. This is a new and exciting role within our growing fundraising and income generation.
You will be responsible for designing and delivering effective digital fundraising campaigns – from planning and copywriting, through to creative development, audience targeting and performance analysis. You’ll manage content across Hourglass’s fundraising webpages, and support the delivery of integrated, multi-channel campaigns that raise vital income and increase the visibility of our mission.
This is an opportunity to shape and grow digital fundraising at a UK-wide charity making a difference to some of the UK’s most marginalised older people. You will need to be comfortable with managing personal data, handling sensitive content with discretion, and working within a safeguarding framework
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Campaign Development and Delivery
- Plan, deliver and evaluate digital fundraising campaigns, including appeals, donor journeys, social media fundraising, and community giving.
- Produce engaging, emotionally resonant content that is tailored to different audiences and channels.
- Coordinate campaign creative across email, website, social media and advertising platforms.
- Develop and test different formats and approaches to increase supporter conversion and retention.
Website and Digital Content
- Coordinate fundraising content for the Hourglass website, ensuring pages are user-friendly, up to date and optimised for conversion.
- Collaborate with colleagues across all teams to create informed narrative and ensure consistency in messaging and visual identity.
Design and Creative
- Produce high-quality and on-brand graphics, animations and digital assets using tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar.
- Support the development of campaign visuals and branded fundraising materials for use across platforms.
Supporter Journeys and Data
- Build and optimise email supporter journeys using CRM and email tools (e.g. Donorfy, Mailchimp).
- Track supporter engagement using Google Analytics and CRM data, feeding insights into campaign development.
- Ensure all supporter data is handled securely and in line with GDPR and Hourglass’s internal policies.
Please see Job Decsription for full details of Job role and Person Specification
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Blues Foundation:
We are the charitable arm of Bedford Blues Rugby Club. We use the values of rugby and sport to change lives through interventions and programmes that support our local community. Our work aims to improve wellbeing, create inclusive opportunities, and develop skills in young people. Launched in April 2020, we deliver bespoke projects that are designed to support our target audiences and help young people tackle their personal challenges. Projects include our flagship Tackle LIFE programme, our ABILITY Blues disability sport programme, Be You programme, Rugby programmes and our Holiday Provision.
Role Overview:
Our Fundraising Manager will play a major part in significantly increasing our growth in fundraising activities, including corporate and individual giving, community events and support our strong relationships with local businesses, schools and clubs, increasing grassroots engagement. They will lead our restricted and unrestricted fundraising as we enter another exciting period of growth for our charity. The role will manage and implement a high-quality marketing plan to demonstrate our impact and promote our services. They will lead our events, maximising their potential fundraising potential and increase brand awareness. They will also build and support a network of volunteers and supporters/donors, communicating regularly with this audience. Acting as one of the main links with the club, the individual will be targeted with growing the supporting and coordinating the club’s community engagement through Foundation activities.
While this role is advertised as hybrid, it will mostly be office-based. That said, we’re open to discussing flexible arrangements for the right person.
The person:
It is important to us at Blues Foundation that we bring the right people into our environment. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate an ability to actively and consistently exhibit the Blues Family values: Passion, Adaptability, Unity, Sustainability and Enjoyment. Working within a fast-paced and agile charity, the post holder will need to think on their feet, effectively prioritise their workload, and attack challenges head on. Applicants should have a strong work-ethic and can-do attitude.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop our fundraising Initiatives as part of the Foundation’s management and leadership team, successfully achieving fundraising targets to support our work.
- Maximise our fundraising potential, increasing both restricted and unrestricted funding, developing creative ideas to generate vital funds.
- Secure financial gifts from foundations, conducting prospective research, preparing funding proposals, and cultivating relationships with grant makers.
- Create new and nurture current partnerships with corporates, converting opportunities to our charity and drive sales through our events, packages and donations.
- Deliver high quality and well managed events that promote our brand and values, with a clear focus on generating income. This will include liaising with venues, suppliers, sponsors, donors etc.
- Lead and deliver a strategic marketing plan that promotes all elements of our work across a variety of platforms including social media and email.
- Support Bedford Blues and their league’s community team to activate both club-led and national engagement initiatives, ensuring the Foundation delivers on the club’s community strategy.
- Manage a diverse workload with a variety of deadlines and priorities.
- Follow the values and act on the behaviours of the Blues Foundation when working and representing the charity.
- Carry out other duties for Blues Foundation as and when required by management, not limited to the above.
Person Specification:
- Confident, ambitious and energetic with initiative and a persuasive manner.
- Highly organised, ability to work to deadlines and good attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal, teamwork and relationship management skills, a can-do approach.
- Sound organisation and events management experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of marketing tools and how to promote charitable activities.
- Ability to secure funding from grant funders and understanding of grant making process.
- Ability to develop and maintain positive internal and external relationships.
- Excellent administration skills and experiences.
- A strong desire to be adaptable and promote high standards that match our values.
- Good understanding of Microsoft Office will be essential, as well as the motivation to work alone at times, and be trustworthy with data and personal information.
- An understanding of safeguarding and keeping young people safe is desirable.
Qualifications:
- Full and clean driving licence.
- Sector qualifications are desirable.
- Appointment subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
"There's no place like home, but what happens if you don't have one?" Eden Brown Charities are delighted to be partnering exclusively with Shelter Cymru to recruit them a Fundraising Partnerships Manager to join an ambitious Fundraising team in Wales.
Shelter Cymru help thousands of people each year across Wales who are affected by the housing emergency by offering free, confidential and independent advice. When necessary they constructively challenge on behalf of people to ensure they are properly assisted and to improve practice and learning.
About the role
The Fundraising Partnerships role is a key role for the team at Shelter Cymru and is one of two management posts. As the Fundraising Partnerships Manager you will identify and secure new opportunities for fundraising growth, working with the Officers within the team to grow both core and restricted income. You will also manage a group of Fundraising Officers, and together, you will generate income from businesses and grant-giving organisations to fund charitable work.
You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising to oversee budget performance in key income areas and to deliver the fundraising strategy.
About you
As Fundraising Partnerships Manager you will ideally have had experience in income generation however we are also really keen to speak to candidates who have transferrable skills and are looking to get into the sector. Relationship Management and building relationships is key to this role. You will have had experience in leading and motivating a team as well as experience in working towards financial budgets. You will be an excellent communicator and be passionate about Shelter Cymru's mission.
Shelter Cymru are a flexible employer with one day per week spent in the office in one of the following locations Cardiff, Swansea, Rhyl, Felinheli and Wrexham. Please contact Laura Iliff on 07442607841 for more information. Please note that the closing date for this role is the 14th September.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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Greenhouse Sports is on a mission to change the lives of young people in poverty through the power of sport and mentoring.
Too many young people are being left behind. It’s not because they lack potential, but because poverty stacks the odds against them, affecting their education, mental health, and their future.
Our full-time Coach-Mentors work daily in schools in high-deprivation areas, significantly improving attendance, behaviour, wellbeing and life skills. Our Greenhouse Centre (re-opening in Autumn 2025 following refurbishment) provides year-round sport, mentoring and outreach for young people and communities who need it most.
The Deputy Director of Fundraising is a new role, as we work towards a step-change in income growth. The team currently generates £4m annually from major donors, trusts, institutions and businesses, plus an impressive array of special events raising an additional £1m per year. We know there is potential for more, and this role will drive forward a new strategy to help even more young people have a fair chance in life.
The role will report to the Director of Fundraising and Communications and will lead a team of 13 (with direct line management of 5).
The role will:
- Lead the fundraising strategy for income growth.
- Oversee all high-value fundraising streams generating £6m+ annually, ensuring cross-channel opportunities are maximised.
- Oversee the personal development of the fundraising staff, being an inspirational role model and leader.
- Work in close partnership with the Director of Fundraising and Communications, deputising as needed.
- Act as an ambassador for Greenhouse Sports and our mission, regularly representing us with partners, at events and sector activities.
- Proactively fundraise and manage relationships at an appropriate level, role modelling collaborative, ambitious approaches.
- Build meaningful relationships across the organisation, including with senior volunteers, impact and insight teams, research partners and coaching development teams.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Extensive experience of the fundraising mix, particularly philanthropy and fundraising events – or comparable experience from the commercial sector.
- Proven experience of leadership and strategy development.
- Experience working with 7-figure budgets.
- Able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive and confidential information, and negotiate with senior stakeholders.
- Track record in successfully leading, motivating and developing teams.
The ideal candidate will be:
- Up for a challenge with the support and skill of an ambitious team around you.
- Brave, gritty and determined.
- Proactive, positive and solution-focused.
- Looking for an opportunity to be part of something that is bold and exciting.
- Someone who cares deeply about young people, our mission, and your team.
Helping young people succeed through sport and team spirit
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking to join a charity where you can make a real impact? Eden Brown Charities are delighted to be partnering with the wonderful Zoe's Baby Hospice in Coventry to recruit them a Head of Fundraising to lead an ambitious team at an exciting time for the Charity.
Zoe's Place Baby Hospice supports babies and young children aged from birth to five who have life-limiting/life-threatening conditions.
Their incredible work ensures that very unwell children can enjoy the best possible quality of life and they support their families throughout their journey.
The Baby hospices, based in Coventry and Middlesbrough, offer respite, palliative and end of life care for children, as well as support for the whole family. With a range of play therapies and fun activities their team of specialists work together to make every moment of childhood count.
About the Role
As Head of Fundraising at Coventry you will be leading a team of Fundraisers at an incredibly exciting time for the Charity as they look to grow and diversify income streams. You will work towards income targets as well as mentoring and growing the existing team. The value "To always put the child at the centre of everything we do" is key and this role is perfect for a fundraising leader to work innovatively and strategically whilst raising income for a truly wonderful cause.
You will develop relationships across Corporate and Community groups as well as raise the profile of Zoe's Baby Hospice in the local area.
About you
To be successful in this role you must have;
- had at least 2 years of experience as a manager in a fundraising team with responsibility for leading, motivating, directing and monitoring the daily activities of others and facilitating professional development
- Experience of creating and implementing a strategy to ensure diverse and sustainable income streams are in place
- Experience of managing budgets
- Experience of planning and delivery of fundraising events and/ or campaigns
Please note that this is a Hybrid role with time spent in the office in Coventry and some home working. The closing date is the 10th September. Please call Laura Iliff on 07442607841 for more information.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.