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Do you want your fundraising expertise to help more people to have a healthier heart for longer?

British Heart Foundation (BHF) is embarking on an exciting journey to significantly grow our philanthropic income over the next five years – and we’re looking for talented, driven fundraisers to help us achieve our vision.

About the role

As our Philanthropy Manager – Major Gifts, you’ll play a vital role in delivering this ambition by building strong relationships with high-value supporters, securing five and six-figure gifts to power vital cardiovascular research.

Managing a diverse portfolio, you’ll renew, steward, and uplift support from high-net-worth individuals and charitable trusts and foundations. As part of an ambitious and supportive team, you’ll work collaboratively to identify opportunities, develop compelling proposals, and deliver exceptional tailored donor experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of donors and prospects, securing five and six-figure gifts and pledges.
• Identify, research and qualify new prospects, building a strong and sustainable pipeline.
• Build strategic relationships with supporters, leading meetings and making confident, timely asks.
• Develop compelling proposals and written communications that inspire support and demonstrate impact.
• Provide exemplary stewardship to donors with engagement through events and other organisational opportunities
• Deliver income targets, contribute to forecasting, and maintain accurate records. 

About you 

You’ll have a proven track record of securing five and six figure donations or pledges, with demonstrable experience managing and delivering tailored stewardship across a portfolio of major donors. This will include high-net-worth individuals, charitable trusts and foundations, and institutional funders. 

You bring experience identifying and cultivating new funders, and maximising funding opportunities through proactive, relationship-led fundraising. You’re confident developing persuasive proposals and written communications, clearly and succinctly conveying complex information (experience within medical research is desirable but not essential). 

Your outstanding communication skills enable you to engage confidently and credibly with senior stakeholders, building lasting relationships built on trust and professionalism. 

Highly organised and collaborative, you have strong planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You’re also proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (such as Blackbaud CRM, Raiser’s Edge, or similar platforms). 

This opportunity is well-suited to an experienced major gifts fundraiser who thrives in relationship-led fundraising and is looking to advance their career within an ambitious, supportive and innovative philanthropy team. 
 
Belonging at BHF  

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Embracing different perspectives and backgrounds strengthens our organisation and empowers us to make a real difference together.  
 
To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF.  
 
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. By funding research across six decades, we’ve helped keep millions of hearts beating and millions of families together. We’re investing in ground-breaking research that will get us closer than ever to a world where everyone has a healthier heart for longer.  
 
Working arrangements  
 
This is a hybrid role, where your work will be split between your home and at least one day per week, on average, in our London Office. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.  

This is an exceptional opportunity at one of the world's most prestigious universities at a time of extraordinary ambition and philanthropic momentum. 

Associate Director of Development – Principal Gifts
Employer: University of Oxford
Salary: £65,336 - £82,255 with scope to go beyond for a leading professional with outstanding experience and track record
Location: Oxford (Hybrid)

Here at the University of Oxford, we are recruiting three Associate Directors of Development – Principal Gifts to join our incredible team. These are new positions, part of an expansion of our friendly, collaborative and successful Principal Gifts team.

As Associate Director of Development – Principal Gifts, you will operate at the highest levels of the University to secure transformational gifts at the eight-figure-plus level, advancing Oxford’s mission and global impact.  Your work will help ensure that Oxford continues to attract the brightest minds, pursue world-leading research, and address the most urgent challenges facing humanity.

You will work closely with the Vice-Chancellor, Chief Development and Alumni Engagement Officer, Director of Development – Principal Gifts, and other senior leaders to align principal gift opportunities with institutional priorities and articulate a compelling case for support to some of the world’s most significant philanthropists.

Your impact will be enduring – enabling breakthrough discoveries, expanding opportunity for students, and strengthening Oxford’s position as a global leader in education and research.  The Associate Director of Development role offers the chance not only to secure transformational gifts, but also to shape the future of Oxford’s philanthropic culture and leave a legacy at an institution that has been changing the world for over nine centuries.

This is a chance to join a dedicated, professional and ambitious team at a time when Oxford’s fundraising is at unprecedented levels. With strong support from the Vice-Chancellor, a proven track record of principal gift success, and an unparalleled global reputation, you will have every opportunity to make your mark, both at Oxford and in your career.

You will be passionate about what we do here, not phased by complexity and ambiguity, and comfortable orchestrating a myriad of stakeholders.  We hope to hear from you!

The University of Oxford is partnering with Erin Hall-Westfall and Joanna Logan of Constellate Global Talent on this search.

Closing date: midnight on Monday, 6 April 2026.

Interested?

Please familiarise yourself with the attached Candidate Pack.
To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter.

Diversity and Inclusivity

The University of Oxford is committed to equal opportunity, and to being a place where everyone belongs and is supported to succeed. We recognise how the diversity of our community enriches our ability to deliver on our academic mission.

We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those under-represented within higher education. No applicant or members of staff shall be unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

No agencies please

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Community Engagement Fundraiser to play a crucial role in delivering our ambitious fundraising targets by engaging local businesses, community groups and organisations. Your goal will be to grow our supporter engagement by developing relationships and drive income through innovative and creative events, campaigns and appeals while raising awareness of Keech’s vital work across the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support with the development and delivery of community activities and campaigns working across wider fundraising team
• Build strong relationships with a diverse range of groups and individuals within local community
• Maintain and enhance relationships with existing donors
• Be a Keech ambassador and attend public events to raise awareness of our services

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to deliver on high standards and meet targets
• Previous experience within fundraising or marketing
• Project management skills
• Ability to inspire, support and empower volunteers

Why join us:

• A competitive salary and generous annual leave
• Ability to carry over your existing NHS pension scheme
• Healthcare scheme
• Free car parking and cycle to work scheme
• Career development and progression opportunities
• A caring, supportive and inclusive environment

For further details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification below.  

Interview date: Wednesday 8th April 2026

As an equal opportunity and disability confident leader accredited employer, we value diversity in our workplace. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Please don't use AI in your application, we want to hear from you, not ChatGPT.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a basic disclosure and barring services (DBS) check

Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for more than 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

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We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

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As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.

 

About you:

The Special Events Manager is an exciting role at MDUK, that will sit within the Fundraising team. 

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You'll develop and deliver Muscular Dystrophy UK’s exciting Special Events portfolio.

You'll be working closely with the Associate Director of High Value Engagement

You'll have direct line management of the Special Events Officers to achieve agreed objectives and fundraising targets. 

You'll be working collaboratively within the High Value Engagement team to identify prospects from Special Events that can be stewarded to create long term high value relationships across the organisation.

 

About us:

Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically. ​

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This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won’t stop until we achieve it.

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Values and behaviours:

• A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity’s values.
   
• Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.
   
• A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.
   
• Always demonstrate role model behaviour.

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Benefits:

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work–life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more...
 

Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1). 

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Closing date: Thursday 19th March 2026

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NB Interviews likely to be held on the week commencing Monday 30th March

 

Please download the job description to see full role responsibilities

WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

Join us in shaping opportunities and transforming futures across the Harris Federation.

We are seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Fundraising Officer to help strengthen and grow sustainable income across our network of academies, with a particular focus on Harris Westminster Sixth Form: one of the nation’s highest-performing sixth forms, founded in 2014 and built on the generosity and vision of committed donors.

In this pivotal role, you will help convert strong supporter interest into meaningful, long-term philanthropic partnerships. Working closely with the Head of Fundraising, you will play a key part in developing and delivering innovative fundraising initiatives that inspire engagement and maximise impact for our students.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The central focus of your role will be fundraising from trusts and foundations and individual donors. This will include prospect research, developing compelling cases for support, preparing high-quality funding applications and reports as well as managing relationships with existing funders to ensure excellent stewardship and long-term partnership.

You will also play an active role in identifying and cultivating new individual supporters, helping to build a pipeline of prospective donors through research, engagement activity and thoughtful relationship management. Working collaboratively across teams, you will ensure fundraising activity is well coordinated, donor-centred and aligned with the wider ambitions of the Harris Federation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• A good undergraduate degree
• Experience of relationship building, which can be outside of a fundraising environment)

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.

Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.

When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. 

A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received.

OUR VISION & VALUES

Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.

We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Safeguarding Notice

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
• Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans

For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

We are looking for a Corporate Fundraiser to maximise revenue, and build/maintain strong relationships with existing partners, making the most of a strong pipeline of prospects.

The ideal candidate will thrive when working autonomously and have excellent communication and negotiation skills with an interest in the arts and culture.

This is a London hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days a week in the office.

The Charity
A proactive arts charity, passionate about creating exceptional artistic experiences as well as delivering inspiring outreach projects in the local community. You will be joining an exciting organisation, with warm and collaborative working culture.

The Role
Source headline sponsorships for events and community programmes.

Identify, research and approach potential corporate prospects aligned with charitys mission and values including paid partnerships and in kind support.

Manage the delivery of partnership agreements, identifying opportunities to deepen engagement and ensuring all partners receive the appropriate level of stewardship and recognition.

Act as the main point of contact for existing corporate partners

Coordinate and manage corporate partner events/hospitality.

The Candidate
Experience in corporate partnerships and sponsorships, ideally within the arts, culture, or non-profit sectors.

Ability to create new leads and contacts with a creative approach to business income generation.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative but independent environment

Strong relationship-building and networking skills with the ability to engage with senior executives and provide high levels of customer care.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent 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.

Kids Club Kampala are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Trusts & Foundations Manager to join our small but highly effective team, helping to raise funds and awareness of our work in East Africa through grant fundraising.

About Kids Club Kampala and the Role

Kids Club Kampala is a children’s charity with a Christian ethos working across East Africa. Our mission is to transform children’s lives, empower communities, and reduce poverty throughout East Africa. We do this by meeting children’s and families’ immediate needs and strengthening their futures through child protection, access to education and family strengthening. Together, we can help more children not just survive but thrive. We envision a world where every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. By remaining child-centred and prioritising the needs of the poorest, by 2035 we will have made a tangible impact in over 5 million lives.

We have grown significantly in recent years and last year expanded our work from Uganda to across East Africa. Grant fundraising remains one of our primary income streams and the Trusts & Foundations Manager will build on our strengths and successes in this area, developing our existing relationships and working to generate new partnership opportunities.

Job Description

Strategy & Pipeline Development

• Develop and execute an annual Trusts & Foundations strategy to meet income targets and diversify the portfolio.

• Research, prospect and cultivate our grant funding pipeline of international funding opportunities.

• Maintain an up to date knowledge of the broader grants fundraising environment.

Bid Development & Proposal Writing

• Write high-quality, evidence-based proposals that translate East African programme data into persuasive narratives.

• Collaborate with the Head of Finance on project budgets and support the Finance & Grants Officer with research, applications and reporting. 

• Develop bespoke bids for institutional funding applications while maintaining the integrity of operational goals.

Partnership Management & Stewardship

• Manage a portfolio of existing donors, building long-term partnerships through proactive engagement.

• Provide bespoke updates and support the CEO with preparing and presenting at virtual or in person meetings.

• Execute strategies to move one-off grants toward multi-year commitments for sustainable income.

• Support to develop and expand our corporate partnership portfolio.

Impact Reporting & Grant Management

• Produce accurate, high-quality progress and impact reports.

• Maintain precise CRM records, tracking all reporting deadlines.

• Monitor grant expenditure and milestones, flagging potential risks or deviations to senior leadership.

Person Specification

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, whether or not you have a degree. If you meet most of the following criteria, we encourage you to apply.

• Commitment to our mission and values.

• Experience working in the charity sector.

• Strong track record working within grants fundraising.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to craft compelling narratives and proposals.

• Experience working with budgets and financial information.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Adaptability and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 25 days of annual leave pro rata, plus 8 public holidays and an additional day off for your birthday.

• Flexible Working: Fully remote working with flexible hours.

• Pension: 5% employer pension contributions.

• Professional Development: Individual training and development plan, with ongoing investment in your growth.

• Project Visit: Option to visit East Africa after your first year of employment.

• Team Wellbeing: Quarterly team meet-ups, including an annual wellbeing day, and a Christmas get-together.

• Training Days: Annual training days and a generous training budget.

How to apply

Please apply via CharityJob with your CV along with a covering letter, detailing why you are applying for the job and how you meet the person specification before the closing date of Friday 27th March 2026. Interviews will be held via video conference the week of the 6th April 2026.

If you have any questions or need further information about the role, please feel free to reach out.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Kids Club Kampala, we are committed to building an inclusive organisation where diversity is celebrated, and everyone feels they belong. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups. Please note, you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this position.

Mid Value Donor Manager

Hours: 37.5 Hours per week, flexible working options considered

Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Remote or Hybrid role with some travel to our Andover, Hampshire office

Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with around 300 people diagnosed every day. The Macular Society is the only charity determined to beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world class research, and the best advice and support.

The Mid-Value Donor role is a vital part of this vision and your extensive experience in cultivating and stewarding mid-value donors will help us achieve our ambitions and make a meaningful impact.

Working closely within our passionate and results driven Trusts and Philanthropy team, you will identify, recruit and develop mid-value donors from cold sources and from amongst our existing supporters and members. You will be helping us beat macular disease by creating tailored appeal programmes and stewardship journeys that inspire significant and sustained giving.

We are looking for someone who:

· Knows their Stuff when it comes to developing donor programmes that drive significant income.

· Can Make It Happen by delivering inspiring appeals and donor communications.

· Shows They Care in the way they speak with our funders and the way they work and support colleagues across our teams.

Does this sound like you?  If so, we would love to hear from you and chat about this role in more detail.

In return, we provide a great working culture – we do something worthwhile and are proud to work together to Beat Macular Disease.

We offer flexible working options, 27 days annual leave, the ability to buy or sell annual leave, supportive family policies, and 6% pension contribution. To find out more please visit our website.

We are passionate about treating people fairly and as equals, doing so is instinctive to us. We know that to beat macular disease we have work to do. That’s why we are keen to hear from people of all backgrounds who have the skills and experience we are looking for. We particularly encourage applications from people from under-represented groups, to help ensure what we do and how we do it is inclusive – for everyone.

Please review the attached Job Specificaiton 

Please reivew the attached Job Advert on the application process

Closing date: Wednesday 1 April 2026 at 09:00

Online interviews will be held on: Thursday 16 April and Friday 17 April.

As part of the process, you will be required to complete a written task ahead of the interview.

About the Roundhouse:
Roundhouse is an iconic music and arts venue in Camden. Since the 1960s we’ve opened up space for creativity to empower people and communities – day in, night out. We’re on a mission to raise the creative potential of the UK so we give young people and artists the space to experiment, develop skills and be part of incredible moments that go down in history.

The Role

You will be joining a team focusing on supporting our work with young people accessing creativity and employment in the creative industries and directly supporting the creative studios which sit below our venue. 

As part of a team of 5, raising £700k for the current year, rising to £1m by 2028, as part of an overall fundraised income goal of £6 Million. The role reports into the Head of Philanthropy and sits within the directorship of Partnerships and Impact, which also holds the organisation’s programmes with young people and public affairs. You’ll manage a junior members of the team as well as working closely with our Events manager and Principle gift lead. 
 

You’ll be responsible for driving your own portfolio of 90 prospects and donors, including 4-figure and 5-figure levels.

A day in the life of a philanthropy manager could begin with researching and identifying prospects from a recent event; giving a studio tour to prospective donors and enthusing them about our youth programme; preparing a report for a major donor about our work with young entrepreneurs; and ending the day in the members bar with a current supporter who’s there for a gig. 

Weekend and evening work will be required according to business needs, mainly through attending departmental events with donors and attending the members bar. 

About you:

We would expect applicants to this role to have at least 3 years previous experience in managing a portfolio of prospects and donors and securing gifts toward charitable aims or projects. The ideal candidate would also have management experience of staff or volunteers and of working in a team towards a shared  fundraising goal. 

We welcome applications from people who feel they can bring their own skills, experiences and ideas to the table and empower those around them to do the same. We actively encourage those currently underrepresented across the cultural sector and all intersections of our diverse society to apply.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate must have a current and acceptable DBS check, or be willing to undertake one.
 

For more information please download the full job description from our website and if you would like to apply, and feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, please click “Apply Now” to complete your application by 31 March 2026, Midnight
 

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week (excluding breaks)

Salary: £37,680 per annum

Application Deadline: Tuesday 31st March 2026, Midnight

Interviews: First stage Thursday 09 April 2026
 

Benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday per year plus bank holidays pro rata, increasing after 2 years service up to 30 days

• Ability to buy up to 3 days annual leave

• Pension scheme

• Cycle to Work, Tech  and Home Scheme

• Season Ticket Loan

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Health Cash Plan

• Group Life Assurance

• Staff discount at our bar and café

• Complimentary staff tickets

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave

• Staff networks, forms and social groups

All personal data submitted to the Roundhouse in the form of personal details forms is used for recruitment purposes and equal opportunities reporting only. By submitting a personal details form, you consent to the Roundhouse retaining your personal data for these purposes. Personal details forms contain your name, address and details relating to your gender, religion and nationality. All forms are anonymised before use. In accordance with GDPR all information submitted by unsuccessful applicants will be deleted within six months. 

The Talent Set is delighted to partner with a wonderful Children’s Charity in recruiting a Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager, with a focus on generating new partnerships.

This pivotal role involves cultivating and expanding strategic partnerships to advance the organisation’s mission and maximise social impact to make a huge difference to children & young people across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to secure and strengthen corporate & strategic partnerships.
• Identify new partnership opportunities aligned with the Charity’s goals.
• Manage relationships with senior decision makers across businesses, ensuring mutual value and long-term engagement.
• Oversee partnership initiatives, including negotiation, contractual agreements, and programme delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align partnership objectives with organisational activities.
• Monitor and evaluate partnership performance, producing reports to inform future strategies.
• Represent the organisation at key events, networking with potential and existing partners.

Person Specification

• Proven experience of securing & managing corporate or charitable partnerships, with a track record of securing and growing collaborations
• Strong research and prospecting skills, with experience building and developing partnership pipelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal development and pitching
• Strategic thinker with strong negotiation and influencing abilities.
• Well-organised, capable of managing multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• A passionate commitment to social causes and organisational values.

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.

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they’re likely to die from.

We’re looking for 2 dynamic New Partnerships Leads to help us secure the transformational corporate partnerships that will shape the future of end-of-life care across the UK.

You’ll be at the forefront of Marie Curie’s high-value fundraising strategy, responsible for securing six- and seven-figure partnerships across priority sectors. You’ll lead the full business development and sales cycle from outreach and lead generation to pitch, proposal, and close.

You’ll manage your own portfolio of high-value prospects, build a robust pipeline, and cultivate relationships with senior stakeholders across major UK brands. One of the roles will also line-manage New Partnership Manager, supporting them to deliver their own income targets.

This role is perfect for a self-starter. Someone who can spot opportunities, open doors, and build long-term, commercial strategic partnerships that deliver income, influence, and national brand impact.

Please let us know during your application which role you want to apply for!

In this role, you will:

• Leading the development and delivery of sector-specific strategies to secure new high-value corporate partnerships.
• Generating and converting your own leads through proactive outreach, networking, and market insight.
• Managing the full business development cycle: prospecting, cultivation, proposal writing, pitching, negotiation, and closing.
• Building strong relationships with senior corporate stakeholders, trustees, volunteers, and internal teams.
• Creating compelling, commercially focused proposals, applications, and pitch materials tailored to each prospect.
• Developing innovative partnership concepts across CRM, sponsorship, brand partnerships, cause-related marketing, and strategic collaborations.
• Presenting confidently to senior audiences and representing Marie Curie at events, meetings, and networking opportunities.
• Supporting and motivating team members, contributing to a high-performing, collaborative culture.

Skills Needed

• A proven track record of winning or managing corporate partnerships worth £100k+.
• Experience securing six- or seven-figure partnerships across Charity of the Year, CRM, sponsorship, or strategic partnership models.
• Strong experience in business development, including cold outreach, lead generation, and pipeline management.
• Ability to build relationships quickly and credibly with senior stakeholders across sectors.
• Exceptional communication skills written, verbal, and presentation with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience writing high-quality proposals, applications, and pitch decks.
• Strong networking ability and confidence representing an organisation externally.
• Commercial understanding of brand strategy, retail, consumer partnerships, and cross-sector collaboration.
• A self-starter mindset: proactive, resilient, and motivated to build new opportunities from scratch.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at pace.

This is your chance to play a pivotal role in helping Marie Curie reach its goal of raising £9.5 million in corporate income next year and to build partnerships that change lives.

Please see full job description

Application & Interview Process

• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
• Close date for applications:

Salary: £42,000 - £45,000 (plus London allowance of £3.5k (subject to eligibility)

Contract: Full time, 35 hours per week 

Based: Homebased (outside of London) 1 day per month in office for meetings 
London based 2 days per week in London HQ

Benefits you’ll LOVE:

• Flexible working. We’re happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
• 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Industry-leading training programmes
• Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
• Access to Blue Light Card membership
• Subsidised Eye Care

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone — staff and volunteers alike — supportive, inclusive and rewarding.  We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings.  We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at .

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you — your experience, perspective and voice.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Fundraising, the Corporate Fundraising Manager will lead on the development and delivery of an ambitious strategy to grow corporate fundraising income for The National Brain Appeal. The role will have a particular focus on securing new business, identifying and cultivating relationships with major corporate partners, and building a strong pipeline of opportunities.

Working closely with colleagues across the philanthropy team, the postholder will develop compelling funding propositions, approach prospective partners, and negotiate and secure significant corporate partnerships. This is a senior role within the team requiring a proactive and strategic individual with a strong track record in new business development, and the confidence to engage senior stakeholders both internally and externally.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to shape and expand the charity’s corporate income, contributing directly to the delivery of transformational projects in neurology and neuroscience.

Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser

Location: London, (2 days per week in the office)
Hours: Full time/Part time 

Salary: £34,000 per annum
Reporting to: Trusts & Foundations Manager 
Term: permanent

Aquilas is delighted to be partnering with a national children's charity to recruit a Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser to join their growing team.

About the role:

In this pivotal role, you’ll secure vital funding from charitable trusts and foundations, building strong relationships and crafting compelling cases for support. 

You’ll lead on high-value applications, identify new funding opportunities, and play a key role in shaping our income growth. Working with a passionate, mission-led team, you’ll see the direct impact of your work every day. If you’re persuasive, and inspired by making a lasting difference for children, we’d love you to join us.

Main duties:

This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious Trusts & Foundations fundraiser who is ready to deepen their experience, work with high-value funders, and play a meaningful role in delivering life-changing impact.

As part of our Trusts & Foundations team, you will work closely with the Trusts & Foundations Manager and Trusts & foundations Officer to help deliver an annual income target of £700k–£750k. You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of trust and foundation relationships, building on warm funders while also researching and developing new prospects giving at the four- to six-figure level.

This role offers hands-on experience across the full trusts fundraising cycle — from research and relationship-building to bid writing, reporting and stewardship with strong support and clear opportunities to grow.

Experience:

• Have experience in trusts and foundations fundraising or grant fundraising
• Enjoys writing persuasive, well-evidenced funding applications
• Is confident managing relationships with external funders
• Is organised, curious, and motivated by impact
• Is ready to step up, develop their skills, and grow within a supportive team

Why join us?

• You’ll work on meaningful, high-impact funding that directly supports children and families
• You’ll be supported by an experienced manager and a collaborative fundraising team
• You’ll gain exposure to high-value trust fundraising and relationship management
• You’ll have room to grow, learn, and progress as your experience develops
• You’ll be part of an organisation that values flexibility, learning, and kindness at work.

To Apply:

To receive a candidate pack or arrange a confidential conversation, please contact:

Kieran McGorrian, Head of Not for Profit Appointments, Aquilas 

Senior Development Executive – Department of Economics

University of Oxford

Location: Oxford, UK with some hybrid working options

Permanent and full-time role

Salary: Grade 8 role with a salary range of £49,119 - £58,265 pa, with possible extension to £63,489 (including an Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per year, pro rata)

This is an exceptional career opportunity to help deliver philanthropic support that creates knowledge, shapes policy and inspires future leaders.

The University of Oxford’s Department of Economics is home to one of the largest and most diverse groups of academic economists.  With strong policy impact, outstanding academic programmes and world-class research tackling issues from climate change and improving refugee resettlement to AI and reducing unemployment, Oxford is a global centre of excellence in economics.

As a Department we aim to produce transformative and innovative economic research; to have a sustained impact on economic policy outside academia; and to develop and train the next generation of researchers and research leaders. Our goal is always to create a stimulating, supportive and collaborative environment that allows researchers and research groups to pursue cutting-edge agendas. A priority is to achieve this within an inclusive and diverse department.

The Department sits within the University’s Social Sciences Division, which is proud to be the home of some of the most creative and innovative scientific thinkers and leaders working in academe.  You could be helping to deliver philanthropic support that helps to fund breakthroughs in research with positive global impact.  If this sounds like the kind of challenge you’ve been looking for, please read on.

The opportunity
Philanthropy has played a key role in enabling the ambitions of the Social Sciences Division and wider University, and we are seeking a talented fundraiser who is excited by the opportunity to  raise money to support the very best academics and ensure that an Oxford education in economics is accessible to exceptional students from around the world, regardless of financial means.  Oxford will shortly be embarking on the public phase of a multi-billion campaign – the most ambitious in higher education outside North America  .  This could be your opportunity to help the brightest students, academics and researchers develop interventions and solutions that protect and improve the lives of people everywhere, at a career defining moment in the higher education sector in the UK.

Working closely with the Head of Development – Social Sciences and the senior leadership of the Department of Economics, as well as some of the most inspiring academics and researchers in the world, you will forge relationships with existing and new donors to the department.  You will have the support of excellent colleagues across Oxford as well as the wider Development & Alumni Engagement office.

About you
You are a skilled major gifts specialist with a proven track record of successfully building and  managing portfolios of relationships with individual and corporate donors and prospects with the capacity to give in the £100k - £1m+ range.  Bringing creativity and a proactive and entrepreneurial spirit, you enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues to identify and design engagement opportunities, and securing philanthropic gifts.  The foundations of your success include your:

· track record of securing philanthropic gifts at the six-figure level or more

· gravitas and innate ability to establish trust and credibility with stakeholders at all levels

· highly developed interpersonal skills, diplomacy and negotiation skills

· ability to lead through ambiguity by shaping, designing, and delivering transformative initiatives

You do not need an academic or professional background in economics – we’re more interested in someone with intellectual curiosity and a passion for engaging philanthropy to drive positive change in the world.

In return
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

· Flexible hybrid working

· An excellent contributory pension scheme

· 38 days annual leave

· Membership to CASE

· Training and development opportunities

· A comprehensive range of childcare services

· Family leave schemes

· Cycle loan scheme

· Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

· Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loan

You could be helping to deliver philanthropic support that funds breakthroughs in science and improve lives around the world. If this sounds like the kind of challenge you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

We are partnering with Richmond Associates for this search.  To request a copy of the candidate information pack and to apply, please visit their website by following the Apply button, or contact them on +44 (0)20 3617 9240.

Closing date for applications is 9AM, Monday, 6 April 2026
Interviews with the University of Oxford are scheduled to take place from late April 2026.

The University of Oxford Development and Alumni Engagement Office is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences, and reflects the community that we serve. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.