Fundraising Officer

Fundraising Officer

We are seeking a proactive and strategic fundraiser to drive income growth and build lasting partnerships for the UK’s National trails.

Position: Fundraising Officer
Salary: £32,000 per annum
Location: Remote with occasional UK travel
Hours: Full time
Contract: 2 year fixed term contract
Closing Date: 22 May 2026 (midnight)
Interview Date: 29 May 2026 (online, with second stage if required)

About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a fundraising strategy focused on trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships and community engagement.

Working within a small, collaborative team, you will take ownership of funding applications and relationships, helping to grow income and shape the future of the organisation’s development function.

Key responsibilities include:

·       Developing and growing the grants portfolio through research and networking

·       Writing and submitting high quality funding applications for both core and project funding

·       Building and managing relationships with corporate partners and sponsors

·       Identifying and securing new partnership opportunities

·       Supporting the development of individual giving, including regular giving and legacies

·       Managing donor stewardship and maintaining strong relationships

·       Engaging with members and supporting their fundraising activity where required

·       Maintaining and developing the fundraising CRM database

·       Keeping up to date with sector trends and opportunities

About You
You will be a confident, self-motivated fundraiser with a strong track record of securing income and building meaningful relationships.

You will have:

·       Experience of trust and grant fundraising, including successful bid writing

·       Experience developing and managing corporate partnerships

·       Strong networking and relationship building skills

·       Experience using charity CRM systems

·       The ability to manage your own workload and work proactively

·       A collaborative approach and ability to work within a small team

It would also be beneficial if you have:

·       Knowledge of membership or infrastructure organisations

·       An interest in outdoor access, heritage, or environmental sectors

·       Experience working remotely and managing your own schedule

About the Organisation
The charity is the independent champion of the UK’s National Trails – iconic long-distance walking, cycling and riding routes. Connecting people to nature and the outdoors while advocating for accessible, sustainable trail experiences. Since their formation in 2021, they’ve grown quickly with an ambitious vision for a high quality, nature-rich National Trail network used and valued by all.

Other roles you may have experience of could include; Fundraising Executive, Development Officer, Trusts and Grants Officer, Partnerships Officer, Corporate Partnerships Executive, Income Generation Officer

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People.