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For over 190 years, London City Mission has been sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with people on the margins in London, and we do this in partnership with churches.
LCM's vision is to see everyone from the margins being invited to followJesus. Currently supporting approximately 80 front-line missionaries, 40 Mission Catalysts and Project Workers, and 20 short-term placements across the city, LCM has set an ambitious target to grow donations and legacy income by at least 7.5% per year throughout our 5 year strategy to the end of 2029.
We are seeking a new Head of Major Gifts to drive innovation and growth through creative, wise, and inspirational leadership. Leading a high-performing and talented team, you'll develop LCM's strategy to grow relationships with individuals, Charitable Trusts, and Foundations who have the capacity to make a significant financial difference. You'll create rewarding partnerships that deliver the greatest mutual value, lead the growth of giving through gifts in Wills and In Memory donations, and build on the team's success to deliver a step change in income.
You'll develop strong relationships with supporters so they understand the impact of their giving, create ambitious annual income targets and KPIs in line with the 5-year strategy, and provide analysis and insight to the Leadership Team and Trustees. Working closely with colleagues acrossthe Mission, you'll be an advocate for the Fundraising and Supporter Partnerships team across the Mission and externally.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
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Proven track record in leading high-value fundraising programmes, particularly securing major gifts from individuals.
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Excellent leadership skills in supporting and developing a high performing team
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Strong financial expertise, including experience in target setting and providing detailed reporting and analysis.
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Skilled in using CRM systems to support fundraising strategies and nurture supporter relationships.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships.
Through this role you'll make a difference in London for the salvation of souls and to the glory of God, igniting a movement of mission in the local church to people on the margins. You'll be part of a mission-focused team who gather for daily staff prayers, monthly team days with worship and teaching, and an annual week of prayer.
Closing date for applications: Friday 31st July 2026 at 12noon
Selection process: For shortlisted candidates, the process will include two stages. The first interview is expected to take place in early August 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Every day, London’s Air Ambulance Charity brings hope to critically injured patients when they need us most. Working alongside the NHS, our advanced trauma team delivers life-saving care across London, made possible entirely by the generosity of our supporters.
We’re entering an exciting new chapter. Following the success of our capital appeal, we’re investing in our philanthropy and partnerships programme with the ambition to become a world leader in philanthropic giving and to double our high-value income over the next five years.
We are seeking an exceptional Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships to lead this transformation.
This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for a £2.7m portfolio spanning major donors, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations. You’ll shape and deliver an ambitious multi-year strategy, build innovative funding models focused on clinical innovation and research, and create transformational relationships that drive long-term sustainable growth.
As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you’ll:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing philanthropy and partnerships team
- Secure transformational gifts and strategic partnerships
- Champion innovation, data-led decision making and exceptional supporter experiences
- Personally steward some of our most influential supporters and prospects
- Influence organisational strategy and help position London’s Air Ambulance Charity as a sector leader in modern philanthropy
We're looking for a collaborative, visionary and mission-driven leader with a proven track record in high-value fundraising and partnership development. You’ll be an inspiring people leader, a strategic thinker and a confident ambassador who thrives on building meaningful relationships and delivering lasting impact.
If you’re passionate about using philanthropy to save lives and want to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of London's most inspiring charities, we'd love to hear from you.
Our benefits
Working environment
- Hybrid working for most roles, with time split between our offices at Mansell Street or The Royal London Hospital and remote workin
- Flexible working arrangements for most roles, with a 35-hour working week (for full-time employees) and core hours of 10:00-16:00
- A collaborative culture built around our values: compassionate, courageous and pioneering
- Access to a variety of learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
- A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging, supported by our employee-led network, All Inclusive.
Supporting your wellbeing
- 27 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Additional office closure between Christmas and New Year, giving you an extra three days leave each year
- Additional annual leave awarded for long service
- One day's paid moving leave each year
- One day's paid volunteering leave each year to support causes that matter to you
- Compassionate leave
- Enhanced sick pay, providing up to five weeks full pay in a rolling 12-month period from day one of employment
- Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, offering support for emotional, financial and legal matters, plus a wellbeing app.
Supporting your financial wellbeing
- Generous pension scheme with a 10% employer contribution when you contribute 5%
- Medicash health cash plan, helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare expenses
- Access to a wide range of employee discounts through sites including Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and Perks at Work
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to Work scheme.
Supporting your family
- Enhanced maternity pay, offering company maternity pay at 75% of your annual salary for weeks seven to 26 of maternity leave
- Life assurance cover equivalent to four times your annual salary.
Registered Charity
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To bring hope to every one of our patients across London, when they need us most, where they need us most.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.