Senior corporate fundraising manager jobs

Do you want a role that makes a difference? Do you know how to turn high-value opportunities into long-term partnerships and income?

Can you maximise local fundraising potential and create lasting impact across Manchester, Salford and Lancashire?

Every 3 minutes, someone in the UK dies from heart and circulatory disease. It can affect anyone. 

At the British Heart Foundation, we fund the research that helps change this - and as a Fundraising Manager - Lancashire & Greater Manchester, every relationship you build will help more people live healthier, longer lives. 

About you

We're looking for a talented person to join our team from the private, public or third sector, who can demonstrate:

• Knowledge and experience of building relationships with a variety of diverse audiences- from individuals to senior corporate leaders - to achieve financial targets.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to motivate and inspire supporters.
• The ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organisational skills with firm understanding of KPIs, targets, budgeting, and risk mitigation plans.
• Curious and data driven to provide insight and analysis to identify and nurture opportunities.
• Creative thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills.

About the role

Across your geographic area of  Manchester, Salford and Lancashire:

• Identify, develop, and steward supporter relationships with businesses, fundraising groups, and high value prospects.
• Understand supporter motivations, identifying opportunities across the Charity that inspire and engage, enabling them to achieve their fundraising goals and reach their potential.
• Identify and steward corporate prospects using a pipeline process resulting in applying for and converting opportunities.
• Be proactive within your area to identify opportunities for fundraising and raise awareness of the Charity.
• Manage supporters effectively using our CRM system (OneCRM) to provide excellent stewardship.
• Meet agreed financial targets, provide monthly financial progress reports, and put mitigation plans in place for any shortfall.
• Promote BHF’s activities and campaigns to raise awareness and drive income.

You'll be working in a region bursting with potential, offering the chance to forge new corporate partnerships that can be built and nurtured to drive income and impact. 

Why join us? 

Working at the British Heart Foundation is more than a job — it’s being part of a shared mission to save and improve lives. 

You’ll have the opportunity to: 

• Contribute directly to life-saving research and national impact 
• Access organisation-wide expertise and resources to help grow your region 
• Work in varied fast-paced role, where no two days are same
• Be part of an inclusive, collaborative, values-led team 
• Grow your career while making a meaningful difference
• Excellent benefits package,  find out more by downloading benefits document below.

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 differencetogether. 
 
To hear from our people, check out Belonging at BHF.

Working arrangements 

This is fixed term contract until December 2027, covering family leave.
 
This is a field-based role covering Lancashire & Greater Manchester which includes, Greater Manchester, Salford and Lancashire.
 
This role requires regular travel within the area, and occasionally to other parts of the UK. You must live in the Lancashire & Greater Manchester region or be willing to relocate. 
 
You must have a full UK driving licence at the time of application with access to your own vehicle. 
 
There will be a requirement for flexible out of hours working to support occasional evening and weekend activity. You will be compensated for this with time off in lieu. 
 
Benefits anddevelopment

We offer our staff generous benefits, such as:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership.
• Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
• Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Life assurance.
• Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them.

To find out moreabout our benefitsyou can download the Benefits documentat the bottom of this pageorcheck outourBenefitsand Development pages.
 
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage. 
 
Interview process 

The interview process will consist of two stages. First stage interviews will be w/c 25. For those successful, there will be second stage interviews.

Do you want a role that makes a difference? Do you know how to turn high-value opportunities into long-term partnerships and income?

Can you maximise local fundraising potential and create lasting impact across, East London and Essex.

Every 3 minutes, someone in the UK dies from heart and circulatory disease. It can affect anyone. At the British Heart Foundation, we fund the research that helps change this - and as our Fundraising Manager – every relationship you build will help more people live healthier, longer lives. 

About you

We're looking for a talented person to join our team from the private, public or third sector, who can demonstrate:

• Knowledge and experience of building relationships with a variety of diverse audiences- from individuals to senior corporate leaders - to achieve financial targets.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to motivate and inspire supporters.
• The ability to effectively manage multiple and competing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organisational skills with firm understanding of KPIs, targets, budgeting, and risk mitigation plans.
• Curious and data driven to provide insight and analysis to identify and nurture opportunities.
• Creative thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills.

About the role

Across your geographic area of East London & Essex :

• Identify, develop, and steward supporter relationships with businesses, fundraising groups, and high value prospects.
• Understand supporter motivations, identifying opportunities across the Charity that inspire and engage, enabling them to achieve their fundraising goals and reach their potential.
• Identify and steward corporate prospects using a pipeline process resulting in applying for and converting opportunities.
• Be proactive within your area to identify opportunities for fundraising and raise awareness of the Charity.
• Manage supporters effectively using our CRM system (OneCRM) to provide excellent stewardship.
• Meet agreed financial targets, provide monthly financial progress reports, and put mitigation plans in place for any shortfall.
• Promote BHF’s activities and campaigns to raise awareness and drive income.

You'll be working in a region bursting with potential, offering the chance to forge new corporate partnerships that can be built and nurtured to drive income and impact. 

Why join us? 

Working at the British Heart Foundation is more than a job — it’s being part of a shared mission to save and improve lives. 
You’ll have the opportunity to: 

• Contribute directly to life-saving research and national impact 
• Access organisation-wide expertise and resources to help grow your region 
• Work in varied fast-paced role, where no two days are same
• Be part of an inclusive, collaborative, values-led team 
• Grow your career while making a meaningful difference

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.

Working arrangements

This is a field-based role covering East London & Essex.

You'll need to live in (or within easy commuting distance which is defined as 1 hour from) East London region, or be able to relocate to this region.
 
You must have a full UK driving licence at the time of application with access to your own vehicle.
 
There will be a requirement for flexible out of hours working to support occasional evening and weekend activity. You will be compensated for this with time off in lieu.
 
Benefits and development 

We offer our staff generous benefits, such as:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance, dental health cover, and money towards gym membership.
• Pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
• Full pay for 12 weeks for family leave including maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Life assurance.
• Extra paid leave of up to 10 days to support colleagues who may need more time off work to look after themselves or others close to them.

To find out more about our benefits you can download the Benefits document at the bottom of this page or check out ourBenefitsand Development pages. 
 
Need more help balancing your work and home life? Talk to us about what flexibility is available at the application or interview stage.
 
Interview process
The interview process will consist of two stages. First stage interviews are planned for the 25 & 26 Aug 2026 . For those successful, there will be second stage interviews are planned for the 01 Sep 2026 

About us

Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW) is Wales’ leading charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming greyhounds and lurchers. Founded in 1993, we have spent more than three decades championing the welfare of sighthounds and working towards our vision: a Wales without greyhound racing, where every greyhound and lurcher has a home and receives the best possible care.

In April 2026, after 25 years of determined campaigning to improve welfare and regulation within the racing industry, legislation to ban greyhound racing in Wales was finally passed. This landmark achievement marks the beginning of a new chapter for GRW as we expand our reach and capacity across the UK to ensure every greyhound leaving the racing industry has a rescue space, medical support and rehabilitation on the journey towards their forever home.

To help us grow sustainably and strengthen our long‑term impact, we are now seeking to develop our fundraising team with the creation of a Head of Fundraising role. You will lead and work closely with the Trusts & Foundations Officer, Sponsorship & Individual Giving Officer and Community & Events Fundraiser to deliver an annual income target of £400K+.

Role

The Head of Fundraising is a senior leadership role with overall accountability for the strategic development, operational effectiveness and performance of all fundraising activity at Greyhound Rescue Wales (GRW).

The role will drive, lead and grow our fundraising strategy and has responsibility for developing diverse, sustainable income streams and building strong relationships with supporters, partners, and funders.

The role holds end‑to‑end accountability for income delivery across trusts and foundations, community and event fundraising, and sponsorship and individual giving.

The Head of Fundraising provides clear leadership to the fundraising team and has line management responsibility for:

• Trusts and Foundations Officer
• Community and Events Fundraising Officer
• Sponsorship & Individual Giving Officer

Please see attached the full job description and person specification

Senior Corporate Fundraising Manager
Salary: £55,425 (inc LW)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Location: London Hybrid – 2 days per week in office
Closing date: 31 July
Interviews: 11 and 18 August
Benefits: 33 days annual leave (inc bank holidays) increasing with service, generous pension scheme of 6% employer contribution with 2% employee contribution

We are delighted to be looking for an ambitious Senior Corporate Fundraising Manager to join GamCare, the leading provider of support for people affected by gambling harms across Great Britain. This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a corporate fundraising programme from the ground up at a pivotal moment for both the organisation and the wider sector it supports.

As part of this exciting role, you will develop and deliver GamCare's corporate fundraising strategy, creating a proactive and sustainable income stream that supports the charity's mission. You will identify, secure and grow high-value corporate partnerships, develop compelling propositions, and establish the systems, processes and stewardship frameworks needed for long-term success. Working closely with senior leaders across the organisation, you will act as a corporate fundraising specialist and trusted ambassador, building relationships across a range of sectors including financial services, technology, hospitality and major employers.

A rare opportunity for a senior corporate fundraising professional to combine strategy, new business and relationship management in a role where they can leave a lasting legacy.

To be successful as the Senior Corporate Fundraising Manager, you will need:

• Significant experience in corporate fundraising or commercial business development, with a proven track record of securing five and six-figure partnerships.
• Experience developing compelling propositions, proposals and partnership solutions that align organisational and corporate objectives
• The ability to work strategically and independently, while collaborating effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders

If you would like to discuss this role, please email your CV to or contact us and quote the reference 3031JP

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, and you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.

If enough applications are received, the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.

About the role

We’re seeking a senior media and PR manager (fundraising and brand) to join our talented and ambitious media and PR team at an exciting time of growth for the charity.

As part of our 2025-2030 organisational strategy, we have ambitious plans to increase awareness, understanding, trust and engagement, to support the impact we can have for people affected by breast cancer and this role will play a key part in helping realise these ambitions.

You’ll lead all media and PR activity around Breast Cancer Now’s fundraising and brand marketing, developing and leading delivery of bold and ambitious annual media strategies for these areas that support the charity to supercharge progress for anyone affected by breast cancer. You’ll ensure all plans are tightly aligned to the charity’s strategic ambitions and integrated across owned, earned, shared and paid channels for consistency and greatest impact.

You’ll build media profile that positions Breast Cancer Now as determined leaders and as the ‘charity partner of choice’, raising awareness, engagement and support among actual and potential supporters across our fundraising activity, from our wide range of fundraising challenge events and flagship campaigns, to driving excellent results for corporate partnerships around shared values and targets in a way that makes us an aspirational charity to partner with.

Leading media and PR for our brand marketing activity, you’ll work closely with the brand marketing team and have a unique opportunity to work closely with our world/industry leading brand marketing agency to provide counsel and support the shaping of creative media and PR activity that best amplifies the charity’s brand across the year. Key to this role is ensuring relevant internal stakeholders are brought in where appropriate.

You’ll also play a key part in supporting the day-to-day leadership of the wider media and PR team.

About you

Excellent at building and nurturing impactful relationships both internally and externally at all levels, you’ll be an effective negotiator with the ability to balance complex and sensitive needs across stakeholders (including corporate partners, agencies, fundraisers, and journalists) to secure media profile that cuts through and resonates with key audiences. You’ll also be a sensitive in your interactions with people affected by breast cancer who support our work.

Drawing on strong experience of working in health communications, and media/PR relations environments, you’ll digest and translate complex health information and create compelling copy at pace for media. With an instinctive news sense you’ll identify and be quick to seize proactive and reactive opportunities to secure impactful media profile. 

A creative thinker, you’ll bring fresh ideas and bold thinking to help elevate the charity’s brand, cutting through the media noise with smart, stand-out storytelling. You’ll be agile in feeding into and delivering campaign ideas that make an impact.

A natural planner with a strategic mindset, you’ll work closely with colleagues to forward plan and consider the bigger picture while ensuring tight alignment and consistency across all communications output. Your ability to prioritise multiple and complex projects and handle conflicting demands and tight deadlines will also be key to the success of your team.

Job description and benefits

The job description and our attractive benefits are available for you to download.

Primary location of role and hybrid working

This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.

The salary range is: £47,000 and £52,000 per annum

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement online. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who
we support.

We reserve the right to close this advert early. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please submit your application as soon as possible, if you’re interested in this opportunity.

Closing date: Friday 14 August 2026

Interview date week commencing 23 August 2026

The Head of Public Fundraising is a new role at Coeliac UK leading the charity’s public fundraising function. The role focusses on driving sustainable growth across individual giving, community fundraising, events, lottery, raffle, digital fundraising and merchandise. This role is responsible for delivering Coeliac UK’s 5-year fundraising strategy to maximise return-on-investment, grow long term supporter value, and contribute to the charity’s mission. 

The Head of Public Fundraising will embed and deliver comprehensive fundraising strategies, growing Coeliac UK’s supporter base and income, building up new and under-developed income streams and communicating effectively with their audiences to expand their reach, and encourage financial and non-financial support to deliver the organisations mission.

Who are we looking for?

Key to the success of this role is a strong understanding of individual giving fundraising. This role blends the strategic oversight and leadership of a Head of role across multiple income streams, with the hands-on expertise of an IG fundraiser. Experience across other income streams and areas of fundraising delivery would be a huge benefit as the role leads community fundraising and events, will take on digital fundraising - currently led by the Chief Engagement Officer, as well as manage the data and supporter care functions, but experience in individual giving is essential as Coeliac UK has defined that as an area of priority income. To progress to a screening call with THINK Recruitment, your CV must demonstrate evidence of delivering individual giving income in a UK charity environment. 

The successful candidate for this role will be someone who has already operated at a senior level within a charity such as at Senior Manager level, or Head of in a specific income stream.

Hybrid working

The role has a hybrid expectation of a minimum of a day a week in the High Wycombe office (HP11 2QW) to build relationships and provide support to the fundraising team, and there will be flexibility required for other in person meetings and events. However, Coeliac UK are keen to secure the very best candidate, if the hybrid expectation presents challenge for you but you otherwise meet the requirements of the role, please do get in touch with THINK to discuss. 

Application notes 

Please download the Candidate Info Pack provided for further information about the role, timelines and next steps.

To progress your application, please contact THINK Recruitment to organise an informal screening call. Please note, we cannot shortlist candidates who have not had a screening call so please allow enough time to have a call before the closing date.  You will be provided with information on how to complete your full application on the call. 

If you need assistance with downloading the pack or any reasonable adjustments to ensure you can engage with the selection process, please contact THINK Recruitment and our team will support you.

Closing date for expressions of interest: Midday Friday 21st August

Closing date for full applications: Midnight Sunday 23rd August

Head of Fundraising – Oasis Hub Waterloo

Salary: £46,403–£52,420 per annum
Location: Waterloo, London SE1
Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent

Oasis Hub Waterloo is looking for an experienced and ambitious fundraiser to lead the next chapter of our fundraising journey.

For over 20 years we’ve been serving our local community through an integrated model that brings together education, community services and church. Every week we support children, young people and families through our schools, Foodbank, debt, welfare, housing and immigration advice, youth work, mentoring, community spaces and much more. Our vision is for community: where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their God-given potential.

As our new Head of Fundraising, you’ll play a key role in making that vision possible.

You’ll develop and deliver a sustainable fundraising strategy, building income across trusts and foundations, major donors, corporate partnerships, statutory funding, community fundraising and individual giving. You’ll also lead and develop a small fundraising team and work closely with colleagues across the organisation to maximise opportunities for support.

You'll be joining us at a pivotal moment in the organisation, as we seek to embed a sustainable income generation strategy, ensuring we can sustainably meet and grow our £1.3 million budget. This is a strategic leadership role with plenty of hands-on fundraising.

We’re looking for someone who has:

· A successful track record in senior fundraising, particularly securing significant trust and foundation funding.

· Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies that achieve sustainable income growth.

· Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.

· Experience managing staff.

· A passion for community transformation and social justice.

In return, you’ll join a values-driven organisation genuinely working to transform our community every day.

As part of the package, Oasis offers:

· A pension scheme, offering 7% employer contribution.

· A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays).

· Policies which promote wellbeing and are family friendly.

To apply: Please send a CV, alongside the completed application questions by email  - incomplete applications will not be considered. Please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs website for further information.

Closing date:  9am  Wednesday 2 September

Interview date: Thursday 10 September, in-person, at Oasis Waterloo

We appreciate you may wish to use AI to support elements of your application but we strongly encourage all candidates to submit applications that genuinely reflect their own skills, achievements and lived experiences. It's what makes your application stand out!

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers, please let us know.

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from Oasis' Christ-centered ethos.

Oasis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

Help grow partnerships that bring joy to seriously ill children.

Rays of Sunshine is looking for a confident, ambitious and relationship-led Corporate Partnerships Manager to help manage and grow a portfolio of valued corporate supporters.

This is an exciting opportunity to join us at a time of growth and transformation, as we deliver our new five-year strategy and continue to build long-term partnerships that make a real difference to seriously ill children and their families.

As our Corporate Partnerships Manager, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional stewardship across a portfolio of established and strategic corporate partnerships. You will develop tailored partnership plans, deepen engagement, increase income and secure sustainable, multi-year support.

The role will be approximately 70% focused on managing and growing existing partnerships and 30% focused on developing new business opportunities through warm introductions, established pipelines and collaboration with colleagues. You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising, wider Fundraising Team, Communications, Services and Events colleagues to ensure partners receive an excellent experience and feel connected to the impact of their support.

You will lead on partnership stewardship, employee fundraising, volunteering, sponsorship opportunities, impact reporting, renewal conversations and partnership growth. You will also help identify opportunities for corporate partners to engage with challenge events, special events, public fundraising campaigns and Wish Community experiences.

We are looking for someone with strong relationship management skills, experience achieving fundraising or commercial income targets, and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels. You will be organised, proactive and confident managing multiple priorities, with excellent communication skills and a passion for creating meaningful partnerships.

Rays of Sunshine has recently been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, reflecting our positive, values-led culture and commitment to supporting our people.

Application deadline: Sunday 30th August 2026, 23:59.

Interviews are expected to take place on Friday 4th September 2026, with an additional interview date on Tuesday 8 September 2026 if required.

Job Summary

As our Corporate and Community Partnerships Fundraiser, you will build meaningful relationships with businesses, community organisations and local people across Bristol, generating sustainable income and long-term support through corporates, community fundraising and events.

You will secure long-term, mutually beneficial income from the corporate sector across a range of disciplines and formats, including long-term partnerships, Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing and sponsorship. You will develop and secure new partnerships with Bristol's businesses, while nurturing and account managing existing partnerships.

Alongside this, you will grow support within the local community by developing relationships with organisations such as clubs, schools and faith groups. You will also encourage individuals, groups and organisations to support Caring in Bristol through community fundraising initiatives and events.

You will be responsible for researching key prospective sectors, companies and organisations, sector activities and the business marketplace, to compile lists of key targets, as agreed with the Public Fundraising Manager.  You will develop and manage an ongoing pipeline of prospects, that have a clearly defined target outcome and value.

Key responsibilities

Corporate Partnerships

· Alongside the Public Fundraising Manager develop and manage Caring in Bristol’s approach to corporate fundraising, delivering the agreed targeted income 

· Manage a portfolio of existing corporate partners, providing exceptional supporter care and delivering successful partnerships

· Research, approach and develop new corporate partnership opportunities, managing a pipeline of corporate fundraising activity including charity of the year partnerships, staff fundraising payroll giving and business donations for example

· Provide written reports to corporate partners as required

· Develop new streams of income derived from businesses such as cause related marketing, sponsorship, and events

· Support in the development of an alternative ask such as pro bono support and skills-based volunteering

· Work closely with the Public Fundraising Manager and the Senior Communications Lead to maximise the effectiveness of engagement and stewardship in supporting the development of existing and prospective relationships

· Develop, write and present persuasive and innovative proposals in conjunction with colleagues

· Confidently present the key messages of Caring in Bristol when required, and encourage support via a variety of media including informal conversations, networking, presentations, written literature and website copy.

Community Organisations

· Alongside the Public Fundraising Manager, develop and manage Caring in Bristol’s approach to working with community organisations, delivering the targeted income

· Manage a portfolio of existing community partners, providing exceptional supporter care and delivering successful partnerships

· Research, approach and develop new community partnership opportunities, managing a pipeline of corporate fundraising activity

· Develop a clear and defined schools’ proposition to enable engagement, especially around the Christmas Appeal each year

· Develop an approach to working with faith-based organisations such as churches, congregations, fellowships and other faith-based groups

Administration

· Ensure the Donorfy database is kept up to date and accurate

· Manage and maintain core social media channels, working with project leads and frontline staff and the income generation team to ensure news and events are communicated effectively and regularly, and engaging with stakeholders online

· Manage and provide recognition both online and in print for supporters and partners where appropriate

Other Responsibilities

· From time to time, support other fundraising income streams and activities across the Fundraising Team, in line with the needs of the charity.

· Alongside your income generation colleagues, to take responsibility for ensuring our office environment is a healthy, positive and professional space to work

· To line manage volunteers as appropriate

· To follow organisational policies and procedures and observe the Code of Conduct

· To actively participate in and attend supervisions, annual appraisal processes and identified training

· Working alongside the Senior Communications Lead and Fundraising Assistant to organise the daily social media management, making sure there is consistent and creative content on each of our channels, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tik Tok, LinkedIn and YouTube

Personal Specification

We expect you to meet most of these criteria. However, we don’t expect you to meet every point and welcome applicants with transferrable skills and an ability to apply themselves in a new context.

Essential

· Proven experience securing fundraising income. Experience in corporate partnerships, community fundraising or events is preferred, although experience in other fundraising disciplines (such as trusts and foundations, major donors or individual giving) will also be considered.

· Excellent relationship and account management, networking and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire audiences and build and maintain strong partnerships.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling fundraising proposals and deliver persuasive presentations.

· Ability to tailor your communications to a wide range of businesses, community organisations and individuals across a variety of formats and channels (phone, email, in person, public speaking, presentations, meetings).

· Ability to identify and develop creative fundraising opportunities that maximise income and supporter engagement.

· Strong research and prospecting skills, with the ability to identify and prioritise new opportunities.

· Good organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage a variety of tasks and workload and the ability to monitor opportunities arising.

· Excellent IT, numeracy and analytical skills.

Desirable

· Proven experience in a relevant business, not-for-profit, social enterprises/start-ups or charity setting with a proven track record of securing income or partnerships from corporates and/or community and events.

· Experience developing bespoke sponsorship, partnership or fundraising proposals and solutions for businesses and community groups.

· A solid understanding of modern fundraising techniques, including digital engagement and interaction.

· Experience and/or knowledge of CRM systems, preferably Donorfy.

· Knowledge of Fundraising Regulations and best practice, Data Protection and GDPR.

· Experience of managing a budget.

· Experience of working with volunteers.

Senior Corporate Development Manager

Reference: 5041

Salary: £43,000 – £57,000

Grade: Band 3

Contract type: TfL

Team London Transport Museum - Development

Contract details: Permanent

Location: Hybrid, Cranbourn Street

Application closing date: 20th August 2026 23.59.

Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We therefore recommend applying as soon as possible.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory right‑to‑work checks. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. At the present time TfL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period.Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.

Help Shape the Future of London Transport Museum

London Transport Museum is seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Senior Corporate Development Manager to play a pivotal role in growing corporate income and securing strategic partnerships that support the Museum’s charitable objectives and long-term ambitions, including the delivery of the LTM50 capital fundraising campaign which will transform the Museum by its 50th birthday in 2030.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced corporate fundraising, sponsorship, partnerships or business development professional to develop high-value relationships with leading corporate businesses, senior executives and industry decision-makers while generating sustainable income for one of London’s most iconic cultural institutions.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Development, you will help lead the development and delivery of the Museum’s corporate fundraising strategy, driving growth across Corporate Membership, sponsorship, corporate partnerships, the Interchange thought leadership programme, corporate events, volunteering partnerships and corporate philanthropy.

You will be responsible for identifying, cultivating and securing new corporate supporters, managing existing relationships, delivering stewardship programmes and increasing multi-year funding commitments. From prospect research and proposal development through to negotiation, contract management and partnership delivery, you will manage the full corporate fundraising cycle.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of London Transport Museum by developing partnerships that support world-class heritage, education and cultural programmes while playing a key role in delivering a major capital fundraising campaign.

If you are an ambitious relationship-builder with a passion for business development and partnership growth, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and deliver corporate fundraising strategies, including a capital campaign, and achieve income targets.

· Identify, cultivate and secure new corporate partnerships and sponsorship opportunities.

· Manage and grow the Interchange thought leadership and Corporate Membership programme through acquisition, retention and upgrades.

· Build strong relationships with Corporate Members, Sponsors and Partners.

· Develop compelling partnership proposals, presentations and business cases.

· Lead contract negotiations and manage partnership agreements.

· Work closely with senior stakeholders, including the Museum Board, Leadership Team and TfL

· Monitor fundraising performance, pipeline activity and income forecasting.

· Oversee corporate engagement events and networking opportunities.

· Ensure accurate supporter records, contracts and CRM data.

About You

We are looking for a confident and results-driven professional with a proven track record in securing and managing high-value corporate relationships.

You will bring:

· Significant experience in corporate fundraising, sponsorship, partnerships or business development.

· A successful track record of generating income and securing strategic partnerships.

· Strong business development, influencing and negotiation skills.

· Experience securing multi-year funding commitments.

· Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.

· The ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.

· Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.

· Excellent project management and organisational skills.

· Experience developing proposals, contracts and partnership agreements.

· Strong analytical, reporting and forecasting capabilities.

Desirable

· Experience within the charity, cultural, heritage or museums sector.

· Knowledge of fundraising regulations, compliance and best practice.

· Experience managing stakeholder engagement programmes and events.

· Experience using CRM systems and supporter databases.

· Understanding of the transport, infrastructure or cultural sectors.

Application Process

· Please apply using your CV only.

· Think carefully about the skills, knowledge and experience in the advert and cover this in your CV.

· PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs to make the process fair.

Benefits

In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the level of role but mostly include the below:

· Final salary pension scheme.

· Free travel for you on the TfL network.

· Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home.

· 29/30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays.

· TfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow.

· Private healthcare discounted scheme Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme.

· Retail, health, leisure and travel offers.

· Discounted Eurostar travel.

We will make every effort to give you as much notice as possible, however some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice.

Vetting Process

At Transport for London, safety, trust and fairness sit at the heart of how we recruit. Our Vetting Charter explains the checks we carry out before you join us, helping ensure we create a safe, inclusive and reliable network for everyone who depends on our services. We simply ask that the information you provide is honest and accurate so we can progress your application smoothly. If something doesn’t match or can’t be verified, we may not be able to move forward with your application, but we’ll always treat you with transparency, respect, and clear communication throughout.

Corporate Fundraising Executive

Reference: 4006

Salary: £31,670 to £36,660

Grade: Band 1

Contract type: London Transport Museum (LTM)

Team: Development - Trading

Contract details: Full-time

Location: London | Hybrid working

Application closing date: 20 August 2026 at 23.59.

Please be aware we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications. Early application is therefore encouraged.

Please note: We are looking for candidates with proven stakeholder management experience. Applicants invited to interview will be expected to clearly demonstrate this experience through their CV and provide strong examples during the interview process.

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory right‑to‑work checks. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. At the present time TfL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period.Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.

Help build our corporate partnerships programme at a defining moment in our history.

London Transport Museum is the world’s leading museum of urban transport. As an education and heritage preservation charity, we use the powerful link between transport and the growth of London, culture and society since 1800 to tell the story of London’s journey over the past 200 years. The Museum’s purpose is to ignite curiosity to shape the future.

As we embark on an ambitious capital campaign to reimagine London Transport Museum, we are seeking a proactive, relationship focused Corporate Fundraising Executive to help grow our corporate partnerships programme.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual looking to advance their career in fundraising. Working as part of a collaborative team, you’ll help manage relationships with our existing corporate supporters, identify new partnership opportunities and support the delivery of a range of fundraising and engagement activities.

Working closely with the Corporate Partnerships Managers and Fundraising Events Manager, you will secure exciting auction items for our flagship fundraising event and support the growth of our Corporate Membership and Sponsorship programmes.

If you have a background in membership, sponsorship, stakeholder engagement or business development, this role offers the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across fundraising, events, relationship management and business development within one of London’s most iconic museums.

A confident communicator, you’ll bring initiative and flair and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Above all, you’ll be motivated by the Museum’s mission and excited by the opportunity to help secure support that will shape our future.

What you’ll be doing:

· Support the delivery of the Museum’s fundraising strategy, with a focus on corporate partnerships, sponsorship and membership.

· Help build and maintain a pipeline of corporate prospects aligned with the Museum’s mission and strategic priorities, undertaking research and due diligence.

· Develop compelling sponsorship proposals and partnership packages that deliver mutual value for the Museum and corporate partners.

· Act as a primary relationship manager for a portfolio of corporate partners, providing high‑quality stewardship and ensuring long‑term engagement and retention.

· Ensure all contractual benefits and obligations are delivered accurately, on time and to a high standard.

· Coordinate partnership activity across internal teams, including marketing, programming and events, to maximise partner value and visibility.

· Lead or support the delivery of partnership‑related events and activations, ensuring a professional partner experience.

· Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of partnership activity, income and communications within the CRM system.

· Produce high‑quality partnership communications, including proposals, reports, updates and newsletters.

· Monitor partnership performance and prepare clear reports that support renewals, growth and long‑term stewardship.

· Regularly review and update the content of the Museum’s website and digital supporters screen to ensure messaging is consistent with brand and strategic objectives.

· Provide administrative support for the Museum’s corporate partnerships, including minute-taking, maintaining financial records, compiling partnership data for evaluation, and responding to enquiries.

What we’re looking for

Essential skills and experience:

· Knowledge of corporate fundraising, sponsorship or partnership development practice.

· Proven experience of developing and managing relationships with a range of corporate stakeholders and delivering excellent stewardship

· Demonstrable track record of generating income through corporate relationships and meeting or exceeding income targets.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce persuasive proposals and present confidently to senior audiences.

· Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple partnerships and deadlines simultaneously.

· High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in written communications and contractual documentation.

· Confident user of MS Office and CRM/database systems to drive income generation.

· Proactive, flexible and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

· Experience of supporting or delivering partnership related events or activations.

· Willing to work occasional evenings and weekends as the programme requires to support the delivery of events and networking opportunities.

Desirable:

· Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

· Knowledge of fundraising legislation and best practice.

· Understanding of the museum, cultural or visitor attractions sector.

· Experience of working with internal teams to deliver integrated partnership activity.

What we offer

· The opportunity to work for a world-renowned cultural institution.

· A collaborative and values-driven environment.

· Hybrid working and flexible benefits.

· The chance to make a real impact in supporting the Museum’s future.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs to make the process fair.

Benefits

In return for your commitment and expertise, you will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the level of role but mostly include the below:

· Final salary pension scheme.

· Free travel for you on the TfL network.

· Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home.

· 29/30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays.

· TfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow.

· Private healthcare discounted scheme Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme.

· Retail, health, leisure and travel offers.

· Discounted Eurostar travel.

We will make every effort to give you as much notice as possible, however some interviews/assessments could be organised at short notice.

Vetting Process

At Transport for London, safety, trust and fairness sit at the heart of how we recruit. Our Vetting Charter explains the checks we carry out before you join us, helping ensure we create a safe, inclusive and reliable network for everyone who depends on our services. We simply ask that the information you provide is honest and accurate so we can progress your application smoothly. If something doesn’t match or can’t be verified, we may not be able to move forward with your application, but we’ll always treat you with transparency, respect, and clear communication throughout.

ThinkForward is recruiting an Director of Fundraising and Strategic Partnerships to help lead our team delivering our unique programme supporting young people into further education and employment. 

About the Role

Our Director of Fundraising and Strategic Partnerships is a pivotal executive leadership role, that will transform income generation into a partnership-led growth engine for ThinkForward.

Purpose: To lead and embed a strategic partnership ecosystem that delivers sustainable, diversified income growth; access to commissioned and place-based funding; scalable delivery routes; and increased influence in policy
and practice. The post holder will personally originate, shape and close major funding and partnership opportunities with senior stakeholders.

Strategic Focus: Act as executive relationship lead for government, local authorities, commissioners and major stakeholders; increase access to public-sector funding, commissioning and multiyear partnership agreements; diversify income across statutory, corporate and trusts and foundations funding streams; turn system-level partnerships into delivery settings, national reach and more young people supported.

Why it Matters: The role enables ThinkForward to move from transactional partnerships to system-level influence and secure a share of £1bn+ public funding flows linked to youth outcomes.

What We're Looking For

Experience: Senior leadership in fundraising, partnerships or public-sector engagement; securing six- and seven-figure multi-year partnerships; Board-level influence across public, private and voluntary sectors.

Executive Capability: Exceptional relationship-building, commercial thinking and the ability to shape complex funding propositions in political, policy and commissioning environments.

Leadership: Able to lead high-performing teams, build pipeline and CRM discipline, and balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Knowledge and Attributes: Understands public-sector commissioning, place-based funding and the charity funding landscape; outward-facing, entrepreneurial, values-driven, collaborative and systems-oriented.

Application Details

Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £75,000PA
Location: London/Hybrid

For more information about ThinkForward and the role you could play as our Director of Fundraising and Strategic Partnerships, please download the attached job specification. 

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter (maximum two pages) either via Charityjob. Your covering letter should tell us why you're interested in the role and how your skills and experience match the person specification outlined in the job description.

We look forward to hearing from you.

As our Digital Fundraising & Campaigns Lead, you’ll manage and oversee the delivery of our digital fundraising and donor acquisition activities, ensuring campaigns are innovative, data-driven and aligned with our mission.

Leading a small, talented team of marketing and campaign professionals, you’ll lead the campaign development function in cross-departmental planning, including events that drive donor acquisition and fundraising.

You’ll help us tell powerful stories, deepen engagement and help grow our community of supporters, shaping end-to-end integrated digital campaigns that build and strengthen relationships and help us bring hope and practical aid to remote communities.

Alongside campaign strategy and execution, you’ll be involved in paid media activity and digital performance, providing strategic oversight, guiding agency relationships and driving continuous improvement.

Additionally, you will:

- Deliver campaigns, events, and digital initiatives
- Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership on digital strategy
- Lead the planning and delivery of events and volunteer engagement at festivals
- Ensure budgets are well managed, and campaigns are delivered efficiently
- Develop and evaluate digital performance metrics and reporting

About You

To join us as our Digital Fundraising & Campaigns Lead, you will need:

- At least five years’ experience in digital fundraising and marketing in a charity or mission-driven organisation
- A minimum of two years’ management experience leading digital fundraising or marketing teams
- Experience writing, reviewing, and editing copy for a variety of audiences and users
- Experience in project management
- The ability to communicate clearly, assertively, and diplomatically at all levels
- Demonstrable success in developing and delivering multi-channel digital campaigns with measurable impact
- Demonstrable expertise in paid media strategy and optimisation (Google Ads, Meta, programmatic, etc.)
- Strong creative ideation and direction skills
- A data-driven approach with experience using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, CRM platforms)
- Excellent and proven stakeholder management and influencing skills
- A deep understanding of digital trends, donor behaviour, and fundraising compliance

This is a remote role with a once a month visit to our Folkestone office. 

The Philanthropy Manager is responsible for the effective delivery of high value philanthropy activity, with a particular focus on major donors and high net worth individuals, including individuals engaged through the World Fellowship and other senior donor networks. The role delivers to agreed income targets across a defined donor portfolio, including securing multi-year commitments and progressing donors to higher giving levels.

Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, the role manages a defined portfolio of donors and prospects, delivering high‑quality cultivation, stewardship and solicitation activity, predominantly focused on 5‑ and 6‑figure gifts. The Philanthropy Manager ensures that donor relationships are well managed, compliant, and supported by strong data, communications and engagement planning, contributing to sustainable income growth and world-class donor experience. The Manager also plays a key role in leading and supporting the major fundraising events – including concept development and design through to execution and follow-up.