Legacy and In Mem Manager

Essex (Hybrid)
£40000 - £45000 per annum
Permanent
Job description

We are looking for a Legacy and In Memory Manager to develop and deliver strategies that inspire supporters to leave a gift in their Will or give in memory of loved ones, helping to secure vital long-term income for the charities life-saving service.

This is a Hybrid role based in the the Essex and Hertfordshire area.

The Charity:
A highly regarded local life saving charity. You would be joining a welcoming and collaborative team with access to some fantastic employee benefits that include:

  • 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata), increasing with length of service
  • Contributory pension scheme, with minimum 6% employer contribution, plus an annual pension review
  • Occupational sick pay from day one of employment
  • Manage your own hours with core hours working schedule
  • Hybrid working available - 3 days on site, 2 days at home
  • Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme (plus immediate family)
  • Access to Cycle to Work through salary sacrifice
  • Discounts at a variety of retailers via Blue Light Card


The Role:
Strategy, Growth & Pipeline

  • Develop and deliver a clear legacy and in memory strategy to grow the current seven figure income stream

Legacy Giving

  • Lead integrated, multi-channel campaigns to promote Gifts in Wills
  • Develop effective supporter journeys to increase consideration and conversion

In Memory Giving

  • Develop and grow in memory products, including tribute funds, appeals and bespoke initiatives
  • Work closely with the Patient and Family Liaison team to deliver a compassionate, high-quality experience for bereaved families and supporters.

Performance & Insight

  • Set and deliver annual budgets, income targets and KPIs (FY26/27: £3.3m legacy income; £360,000 In Memory income).

The Candidate:
Proven experience in legacy and/or in memory giving.

Demonstrable track record of delivering income growth and supporter engagement.

Experience developing and delivering high quality campaigns and supporter journeys ideally across multiple channels

Ability to use data and insight to inform decision-making and improve performance.

Experience delivering high-quality supporter stewardship and donor experiences.


IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you haven't been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Organisation
Third Solutions View profile Organisation type Recruitment Agency Company size 6 - 10
Posted on: 25 September 2026
Closing date: 23 October 2026 at 13:33
Job ref: eu1-603680-615218
Tags: Fundraising, Legacy