Legacy Manager- Maternity Cover
The Talent Set are delighted to be partnering with the Royal Free Charity to recruit an experienced Legacy manager to lead and grow the Legacy programme at a pivotal moment for the organisation.
The Royal Free Charity supports over two million patients and 17,000 NHS staff across four hospitals and 30+ NHS services, funding life-changing equipment, research, staff wellbeing and patient care. With ambitious plans for growth including a forthcoming multi-million-pound cancer appeal, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
The role
This role is responsible for developing and growing legacy income for the Royal Free Charity. It focuses on building a comprehensive legacy programme that encompasses strategy, marketing, and stewardship, ultimately securing long-term income to support the Royal Free Charity's vital work.
What you’ll do
- Develop and implement the RFC’s legacy fundraising strategy to significantly grow legacy income from a base of £1m per annum.
- Work with the Senior Individual Giving Manager to identify distinct legacy audiences and segments among supporters, understanding their characteristics and motivations to tailor marketing strategies accordingly.
- Work with the Senior Individual Giving Manager to develop compelling and powerful cases for support tailored to identified target audiences.
- Project manage the Legacy data project, a key organisational priority, to ensure that legacy data is effectively stored, reported and stewarded
- Influence internal culture and ensure legacy messaging is included in all relevant communications.
About you
- Significant experience of Legacy fundraising.
- Extensive experience of legacy marketing.
- Experience of developing effective strategies and marketing plans to cultivate, retain and develop engagement.
- Proven track record of achieving targets and managing budgets.
Salary £45,000
Location: Hybrid – London (NW3, Hampstead) with 2 days per week in the office
Contract: Fixed-term, 12 months | Full-time (37.5 hours/week)
Benefits: Generous annual leave, pension, wellbeing support, flexible working, learning & development opportunities
Timings:
Role closes on 4th September
First stage interviews w/c 14th September via Teams
2nd stage interviews in person on Tuesday 22nd September
Ideal start date 26th October (there will be flexibility if needed)
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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