Senior event manager jobs in Central london, greater london
Are you a seasoned fundraiser who has experience of securing six-figure gifts?
We’re looking for a Principal Gifts Manager, who will be responsible for developing and maintaining meaningful relationships with those whose generous contributions make a transformational impact on the work we do.
What does this role do?
As Principal Gifts Manager, you will:
- Build and manage relationships with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families to secure six- and seven-figure multi-year gifts,
- Develop tailored cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies that deliver exceptional donor experiences and long-term engagement,
- Identify and progress new principal gift prospects, strengthening the pipeline and contributing to long-term income growth,
- Work closely with senior leaders, trustees, and internal teams to maximise high-value fundraising opportunities and develop compelling cases for support.
Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for 12th June 2026, and will take place on Teams.
Could this be you?
To be successful in this role, you’ll need proven experience of securing six- and seven- figure gifts, from cultivation and stewardship through to “making the ask”. You’ll need significant experience managing a diverse portfolio, and the ability to build, influence and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders and donors. You’ll be highly organised, proactive, and collaborative, and thrive while working in a fast paced environment. A passion for the work we do is essential.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a personal statement explaining your interest and suitability for the role.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice, acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About us
The Sir Martin Gilbert Learning Centre is an educational charity whose mission is to educate young people about who Jews are and the contributions they have made to society. Our free workshops are integrated with the National Curriculum and rooted in academic research. Since launching in January 2024, we've reached over 5,800 students and built partnerships with schools across England, Scotland and Wales.
We're now entering an ambitious phase of growth, developing deeper relationships with select Focus Schools and building towards a national reach of 25,000 students per year.
The role
This is far more than a management job. As our first School Partnerships Manager, you'll lead our outreach to schools and play a central role in shaping how the Centre develops and grows. Working closely with the Director, you'll drive the number of schools accessing our programmes, deepen relationships with existing partners, and help design our Focus School programme from the ground up.
You'll spend your time:
- Building and stewarding relationships with teachers, heads of department, and senior school leaders
- Proactively identifying and contacting prospective partner schools through outreach, networking and events
- Managing the full partnership lifecycle, from first contact through booking, delivery and follow-up
- Shaping our Focus School programme and contributing ideas for curriculum development
- Representing the Centre at conferences and educational events
This job is for you if…
- You have experience working directly in or with schools, and understand what motivates teachers and senior leaders
- You've worked in relationship management, outreach, partnership development, sales or business development
- You're a confident, persuasive communicator - comfortable on outreach calls, in writing, and presenting in person
- You're self-motivated, well organised, and thrive in a small, ambitious team
- You're genuinely committed to our mission and excited to help shape a young charity at a pivotal moment
- You're committed to safeguarding and the welfare of children and young people
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do.
Please see the full Job Description for key responsibilities, person specification, and other useful information.
Helping schools discover Jewish history, culture & heritage through free, curriculum-linked workshops led by top UK academics.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team: Philanthropy & Partnerships
Location: Homebased with some travel for meetings & events
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Salary: Up to £49,149.84 per annum
Contract: Fixed term for 12 months
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Corporate Partnerships Development Manager:
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The Corporate Partnerships Development Manager will play a key role at Cats Protection by raising new and transformational funds in support of the organisation’s 10 year strategic objectives.
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The role will lead the Corporate Partnerships new business team, to build profitable, multiyear relationships with companies, ensuring propositions are maximised and new partners onboarded to the highest standards
About the Corporate Partnerships team:
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We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
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The corporate partnerships team is split between new business and account management, made up of driven, passionate and dynamic corporate fundraisers
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We currently have a team of one full time and one part time Senior Corporate Partnerships Development Officers in new business. On account management side our team consist of a Corporate Partnerships Development Manager, Corporate Partnerships Account Manager and Corporate Partnerships Officer. This is in addition to a Lead Corporate Partnerships Manager who oversees the entire corporate partnerships team.
What we are looking for in our Corporate Partnerships Development Manager:
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Significant experience of developing relationships and raising money from new businesses and other corporate organisations.
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A demonstrable track record of delivering significant financial results against agreed targets and timescales.
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Experience of leading fundraising teams to deliver and drive income and growth
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Significant experience of managing a diverse range of stakeholders and relationships at a variety of levels
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Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple conflicting priorities.
What we can offer you:
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range of health benefits
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26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
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Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.
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and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 3rd June 2026
Virtual interview date: Week commencing 8th June 2026
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
3. Final stage presentation (dependent on first stage interviews)
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Team: Research & Engagement (Philanthropy & Partnerships)
Location: Homebased
Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £38,918.33 per annum
Contract: Fixed term for 3 months with possibility of extension
We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our enthusiastic employees, volunteers, and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Senior Corporate Partnerships Communications Officer:
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The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, coordinating and delivering strategic communications opportunities that magnify Cats Protection’s objectives and goals through our Corporate Partnerships.
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The role will work closely with the Corporate Partnerships team to build innovative and impactful communication strategies and marketing plans for current and new partners, as well as generate creative ideas for prospects.
About the Research and Engagement team:
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We sit within the Marketing & Income Generation directorate.
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The Research and Engagement team sits within Philanthropy and Partnerships and brings together prospect research, communications and events to ensure a coordinated, insight-led and supporter-centred approach supporting fundraisers to grow pipelines, build meaningful relationships, and maximise long-term income for Cats Protection.
What we are looking for in our Senior Corporate Partnerships Communications Officer:
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Significant corporate partnership account management experience with particular expertise in the creation and delivery of partner marketing communications
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Extensive experience of developing strong relationships with supporters/ clients/colleagues
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Experience of developing bespoke propositions/presentations/proposals
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Experience of working with marketing teams to develop marcomms campaigns
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Significant charity experience
What we can offer you:
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range of health benefits
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26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
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Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing.
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and much more, which you can learn about
Interested? Here’s how to apply:
Application closing date: 1st June 2026
Virtual interview date:TBC – Applications will be reviewed as they are received
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
1. Anonymised application form
2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Purpose
Special events play a vital role in engaging our supporters, inspiring their support, and raising vital income for Child Bereavement UK.
The Special Events Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing high-quality Special Events. You will work with colleagues from across the charity to develop programmes that will engage our audiences and communicate the impact we deliver as a charity.
The role will work closely with the Philanthropy team delivering high profile events that engage an inspire high net worth individuals across the country.
Main Responsibilities
Leadership
- To lead and inspire the Special Events Team fostering a collaborative and high culture that delivers against income and objectives
- Provide clear and supportive leadership that motivates staff to achieve, develop and grow in their roles
- Undertake quarterly reviews for all direct reports
Special Events
- Support the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events to deliver the Special Events strategy
- Plan and lead on all Special Events ensuing all return a good ROI
- Lead on relationships with external suppliers including venues, caterers, AV suppliers, photographers etc
- Work with the Head of Philanthropy & Special Events to manage relationships with senior volunteers and supporters
- Developing comprehensive proposals and plans for every event detailing objectives, formats, timelines, risks, marketing/communications plans and evaluation plans
- Working closely with the Philanthropy team to create and liaise with special event committees
- Ensure the smooth running of the events in line with health and safety guidelines
- Prepare detailed event briefings, and evaluate the success and impact of the events
- Manage and monitor expenditure for the events, as agreed with the Head of Philanthropy and Special Events ensuring value for money and adherence to budget
- Oversee recruitment and support for all Event committees
- Ensuring all associated activities are compliant with charity law, regulatory requirements and best practice, including the Data Protection Act and GDPR
- Work with Marketing to promote events across all channels
All Staff
- Contribute to the vision and mission of Child Bereavement UK; whilst embedding the values into your daily work activities.
- Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in accordance with Child Bereavement UK policy.
- Contribute to the overall success of the charity’s fundraising needs by providing case studies, attending events and adding value to the experience of our supporters as required.
- Contribute to the brand and reach of the charity by working alongside our Marketing & Communications Team when relevant press opportunities arise or when required for social media and online content (including the use of photography).
- Work to objectives, targets and work plans agreed with your line manager.
- Undertake specific projects and other ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager, fulfilling any deadlines, reviews and reporting procedures required.
- Take an active part in the Quarterly review process and participate in training agreed with your line manager.
- Recognise and champion the lived experience of children and young people with bereavement within your work.
- Ensure the health and safety of all colleagues, volunteers and visitors in accordance with Child Bereavement UK policy.
Person Specification
Essential
- Proven experience of running a wide range of high-quality events from conception to completion
- Leadership experience
- Strong event planning skills
- Demonstrable experience of delivering events within strict budgets and timescales
- Management of senior volunteers and stakeholders
- A thorough understanding of every stage of the events planning and delivery process
- Demonstrable problem solving ability and skills
- Budget management
- Able to work in fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Ability to build constructive and collaborative relationships with all levels of internal and external stakeholders
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Knowledge of relevant charity law and codes of practice including data protection and GDPR
Desirable
- Experience in charity events
- Experience of using fundraising database(s), particularly Sales Force or another fundraising or CRM database
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 2nd June 2026 at midnight
First Stage Screening Interviews
You may be asked to attend a 10-minute Screening Interview on MS Teams with the Hiring Managers for the vacancy, to assess your suitability for the role. During the interview, you will be asked two skills-based questions.
Second Stage Interviews
If you are progressed to a second stage interview, you will be invited to attend a 1-hour formal interview on MS Teams with the Hiring Managers for the role. It is our policy to share the role-specific interview questions with applicants ahead of the interview, to aid their preparation. You may also be asked to complete an interview task, which will also be shared with you in advance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Global Programs Project Manager (Contractor)
Overview
The Maclellan Giving Together Foundation (MGTF) is a UK Christian charity connected to the longstanding international Maclellan Foundation, who describe their focus as: “establishing and strengthening the local church, promoting discipleship and leadership development, sparking community transformation, promoting the power of prayer, advocating for generosity, and increasing access to Scripture”.
Based in the UK, MGTF rolls out key global initiatives that focus on equipping local Christian ministries and releasing local resources to foster sustainable Kingdom growth.
This is a dynamic, high-impact role, ideal for someone who is highly organised, relational and passionate about seeing the Kingdom flourish globally.
Job Summary
Working alongside the Global Programs Team, the Project Manager is responsible for coordinating the planning and delivery of projects from concept through to execution. The role involves managing logistics, supporting stakeholder engagement, and ensuring initiatives are delivered on time and to a high standard. The postholder will manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, with the ability to prioritise effectively, must thrive in a fast-paced environment, and apply creative problem-solving to deliver successful events. Remote working, with the ability to attend on-site meetings in Milton Keynes (MK19) ideally once a month.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Logistics
- Manage the planning and delivery of multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and achievement of key milestones.
- Oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of events, from initial concept, registration, and contracting through to delivery and post-event evaluation.
- Work with the Global Programs team to ensure events are delivered on time and to a high standard.
- Accountable for overseeing end-to-end project delivery, coordinating across a wider team with defined responsibilities to ensure successful delivery within the project workstream.
- Build and manage strong stakeholder relationships, providing professional, timely support and acting as a key point of contact.
- Ensure data integrity on the information we hold.
- Provider effective reporting as needed.
- Manage and optimise delegate registration and booking systems, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and a seamless participant experience.
- Manage the logistical event delivery (remote or in-person), including setup, logistics, and real-time issue resolution, ensuring a high-quality delegate experience throughout the event.
- Coordinate complex scheduling, calendars, and travel arrangements.
- Any other task in relation to the charity’s needs.
Communication & Content
- Coordinate pre-event production, collaborating with external designers and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of all assets and documentation.
- Manage cross-functional coordination for event delivery, ensuring effective communication across stakeholders, including localisation and translation requirements for regional relevance.
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely updates of all event-related content across online platforms.
- Provide administrative and practical support to event personnel in global locations as they deliver our programs.
- Follow established brand guidelines to maintain consistency in tone, messaging, and visual identity across all content.
Research, Reporting & Finance
- Ensure relevant reporting and documentation are supplied to stakeholders.
- Manage expense processing and support budget oversight, ensuring accurate tracking, forecasting, and alignment with programme objectives in collaboration with senior leadership.
Cultural Adaptation & Coordination
- Contribute to the development of our programs globally, from ideation through to delivery.
- Assist with the localisation of content to ensure materials are culturally appropriate,supporting communication with translators and stakeholders to help adapt resourcesfor different cultural contexts.
Experience (Essential)
- Have experience in a church/charity or professional environment.
- Strong understanding of and commitment to the Foundation’s mission with an understanding of the Church scene.
- A genuine passion for advancing the gospel through the global Church, with a commitment to supporting both Christian givers and churches and charities.
- Managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously, with the ability to prioritise effectively, owning and delivering end to end events from planning through to execution and evaluation.
- Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and work effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Proven track record of managing and controlling project or event budgets including forecasting and cost management.
- Negotiating and managing external suppliers and partners.
- Working across different regions, cultures, or time zones demonstrating cultural awareness and adaptability.
- Professional in appearance with a proactive approach and a desire to constantly improve and grow.
- Willingness to be flexible in working hours with occasional travel and overnight stays.
- Knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience (Desirable but not required)
- Experience delivering a programme of learning (content and structure).
- Understanding of generous giving and experience of working with donors.
- Knowledge of copywriting for different platforms (e.g. digital, presentations, printed materials).
- Additional language skills.
- Working knowledge of Asana, Beacon, Canva, Mailchimp and Survey/ticketing Apps.
Contract Terms
Working hours and hourly rate will be agreed in advance.
Application Instructions
If you’re interested in applying, please include your CV and two references, one of which must be a current or previous employer. In addition, please provide a cover letter (no more than 1 page) detailing what interests you about the role and your suitability, along with a separate statement of faith (no more than 1 page).
Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the UK's largest food redistribution charity in the recruitment of a Senior Philanthropy Manager. The organisation's vision is a UK where good food is never wasted, and nobody goes hungry.
Senior Philanthropy Manager
Permanent, full time (40 hours per week)
Salary: £45,000-£50,000
Location: London, hybrid/flexible
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced high-value fundraiser to play a key role in driving philanthropic income, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping deliver ambitious impact.
As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will be responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of major donors and prospects, creating tailored cultivation and stewardship plans, and securing significant gifts (particularly at c.£10,000 / mid-value level) to support The Felix Project's work. You'll work closely with colleagues across the organisation including the Prospect Research Manager and other fundraising colleagues, to identify opportunities, shape compelling proposals and new products, and deliver an excellent donor experience from first engagement through to long-term relationships.
We are looking for someone with a strong track record in relationship-led fundraising, including experience of securing major gifts and developing donor pipelines. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent written skills, able to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders and create new products to engage donors giving at mid-value level. You'll be organised, proactive, and comfortable balancing strategy with hands-on delivery.
How to apply:
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
If you'd like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you'll have the opportunity to tell us about any disability or long-term health condition when you apply for this role.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
Events Manager, Foodbank
Oasis Hub Waterloo
Hours: Up to 32 hours per week
Contract: One-year Fixed Term – (with possibility to extend)
Salary: £26,980 per annum (including London Weighting) £33,725 for 1FTE
We are looking for a person with:
· Great character, chemistry and competency.
· Recent and proven experience managing events that have raised significant funds.
· Progressive and successful experience and approaches in fundraising.
· First class team spirit and cohesion.
Is this you? Great – read on.
Oasis Hub Waterloo co-develops and co-delivers a wide range of integrated community services including a community centre, primary and secondary Academies, adult and further education opportunities, early years support, a Foodbank, advice services, and well developed and diverse programmes for young people.
Purpose of job
This role will lead on Events management for Oasis Hub Waterloo with a focus on securing funds for Lambeth & Croydon Foodbank (which is part of Oasis Hub Waterloo) and our associated services.
To apply please email your CV (max of two pages) and a Supporting Statement .
Your Supporting Statement (max of two A4 pages) must share specific and relevant examples demonstrating how your qualities and experience will enable us to increase our income generation through events.
Inspire and impress us! We want to see the real you – It's tempting to use AI, 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!
Return your CV and Supporting Statement by 5pm on Sunday 7th June 2026
Face to face Interviews will take place in Waterloo on 11th June 2026.
If you want an informal chat about this role, get in touch with Stu (Head of Youth Services and Fundraising at Oasis Waterloo). Please visit the Oasis Charity Jobs website for contact details.
As part of the package, Oasis offers:
· Flexible working where possible with family friendly policies
· A non-contributory pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution
· A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays)
We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups.
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 the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
Oasis supports Equal Opportunities. Registered Charity No. 1136965
Inspire and impress us! We want to see the real you – It's tempting to use AI, 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!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Keychange is a Christian charity with a proud history of supporting people by providing community for over a century. We believe that everyone has dignity and worth, and that people thrive best in communities where they are known, valued and supported. Across our care homes and housing communities, we seek to provide support that goes beyond compliance and is rooted in compassion, excellence and Christian values.
We are now seeking a Care Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in leading our care delivery.
The role
As Care Operations Manager you will oversee the delivery of consistently high-quality support across Keychange care operations. Working to the Senior Operations Manager you will be accountable for the implementation of quality standards in all Keychange care communities, making recommendations for improvement of service delivery, and among other areas of remit will be responsible for the implementation and administration of the resident safety and incident reporting as part of our safeguarding framework.
The focus of the role includes:
- Assisting Senior Operations Manager to ensure smooth daily running of Keychange care operations
- Line managing allocated community managers
- Leading Keychange resident safety and incident reporting as part of the Keychange Safeguarding Framework
- Leading operations older persons care matters, as first port of call for managers with queries and need of support
- Leading and delivering a culture of individualised and person-led support
- Liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure appropriate support for Keychange care communities
- Supporting leadership of open, transparent culture which supports continuous improvement
- Deputising for Senior Operations Manager as required
This is a management role with real impact – both within Keychange and in the lives of people we support.
About you
We are looking for a values-led manager who brings:
- Experience in delivery of well-established and high-performing care homes
- Experience of motivating and empowering colleagues, staff and/or volunteers to take responsibility for delivering a high-quality care service
- Experience in managing audits and inspections
- Ability to build positive relationships effectively with internal stakeholders and external partner agencies
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
- Level 5 in Leadership in Management and willing to complete further qualifications in a relevant field
- Ability to travel up to 40 days per year
- Sympathetic to Keychange’s Christian values, vision and mission
You will be someone who combines operational management with high standards of support, and who leads with integrity, humility and purpose. This is a management role where you can make a lasting and meaningful difference.
The role involves regular travel across our sites in the south of England.
What we offer
- Flexible hybrid working, generally at least one day in London Central Office, with family friendly working arrangements available
- Employee assistance programme (EAP) and life insurance
- Contributory pension scheme, up to 5%, with matched employer’s contribution up to 5%
- Enhanced sick pay for up to four weeks, in accordance with our sickness procedure
Please see the attached job pack for a full job description and person specification, and more information about how to apply. Please note that we reserve the right to close applications early, so we recommend that you apply at your earliest opportunity. In-person interviews will take place on 28 May 2026.
To focus on developing and encouraging community for vulnerable adults by seeking to address the risks in society of increased loneliness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our client makes theatre that entertains and inspires using its creativity, expertise and unique reach. They share unforgettable stories with millions of audience members across the UK and around the world – on stage, on tour, in schools, on cinema screen and streaming at home. The organisation now requires a Senior Patrons Manager and Prospectus is pleased to lead the search.
The Senior Patrons Manager will be responsible for leading the Patrons team to raise more than £2m per year from donors giving £1,000-£12,000 to the organisation each year. This includes five distinct levels of giving with amazing support in each, and the postholder will personally lead on the cultivation and stewardship of the two highest levels. Leading the Patrons Team and direct reports, the Senior Patrons Manager will maintain strong working relationships with colleagues in the development department and beyond, including maximising support through the American friends programme.
The appointed candidate will have experience securing four and five figure gifts rom individuals and will have experience of managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals and senior volunteers, including providing bespoke tours and maximising engagement via events. The postholder will have experience of line management and will be stepping into an organisation planning the next three year business cycle, so experience of setting budgets and high levels of communication skills are essential.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Ryan Burdock at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Location: London-only (a minimum of three days in our South London Centre per week)
1st stage interviews: 01/06 and 02/06
2nd stage interviews: 09/06
At The King's Trust, every relationship we build helps young people across the UK turn potential into opportunity. As a Senior Head of Collective Philanthropy, based in London, you will lead one of our most influential fundraising portfolios, shaping high-value collective giving that fuels life-changing programmes. You will oversee flagship initiatives, Women Supporting Women and the Enterprise Fellowship, working at the heart of a charity that blends entrepreneurial drive with deep social impact.
This is a senior leadership role with real scope. You will inspire and empower a specialist team to deliver multi-million-pound income, stewarding six and seven-figure gifts while developing new networks of committed supporters. Working closely with senior volunteers, trustees, ambassadors and colleagues across the Trust, you will create compelling philanthropic opportunities that reflect both donor ambition and the realities facing young people today. Strategic thinking, disciplined financial management and first-class relationship-building sit at the centre of your work.
Joining The King's Trust means joining an organisation defined by optimism, integrity and belief in young people. From our South London Centre, you will play a visible role during a landmark period for the charity, helping shape the future of collective philanthropy while modelling inclusive, values-led leadership. This is a rare opportunity to combine senior fundraising expertise with a clear social mission and lasting national impact.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV and a Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need a Senior Head of Collective Philanthropy?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives, and we couldn’t do this without the important work of our Senior Head of Collective Philanthropy!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events, etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Citizens UK
Citizens UK is the UK’s biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems.
Living Wage Foundation
The Living Wage movement began in 2001, after Citizens UK brought together communities in East London to discuss poverty and low pay. The campaign grew in momentum and soon required a mechanism to recognise employers who wanted to join the movement, which saw the establishment of the Living Wage Foundation in 2011.
Still part of Citizens UK today, the Living Wage Foundation continues to work with community organisations to make sure the voices of both workers and businesses are part of the Living Wage movement. We now work with over 16,000 employers, benefitting over 475,000 people and winning over £3bn of better wages for people who need it most.
Citizens UK works with a broad base of institutions across the political spectrum. At the Living Wage Foundation, we take the same deliberately broad-based approach and accredit all organisations who pay the real Living Wage to their directly and indirectly employed staff and are committed to tackling in work poverty. As a team we work across a range of industries and sectors to achieve this mission. We seek pragmatic coalitions in order to progress specific campaigns, and partnership around a particular issue such as Living Wage, does not imply an endorsement of broader purpose and policies.
Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced digital communications professional to join the Living Wage Foundation team as our Digital Communications Manager. The ideal candidate would have demonstrable digital communications skills and experience, on top of an enthusiasm for engaging supporters across our social networks, website and email communications. The candidate will be tech savvy and have experience managing social media, using a website CMS and other digital tools that will support engagement with the real Living Wage and other key areas e.g. Living Hours and a Living Pension, across multiple stakeholders. They’ll also be an effective storyteller with an understanding of how to transform stories into impactful online communications.
As part of a busy department of communications specialists spanning media, digital, you will play a critical role in shaping our digital engagement strategy through our website, social media channels and email marketing. As well as leading the team to expand our reach and build brand awareness through creative content, you will also have a keen eye for analytics and work with our partner agencies to deliver effective campaigns across paid social media ads, Google Ads and website management.
The person in this role will line manage a Communications Officer who will offer digital communications support. The ideal candidate will be a patient and kind people manager who enjoys supporting the personal development of team members This role will work closely with Citizens UK colleagues, including the Citizens UK communications team on cross-organisational priorities. You will report to the Senior Communications and Marketing Manager at the Living Wage Foundation.
This role will play an integral role in shaping the wider communications strategy. You will be working as part of a passionate communications team, with a strong commitment to the Living Wage campaign.
Main Responsibilities
Working as the Digital Communications Manager, reporting to the Senior Communications and Marketing Manager, your main responsibilities will include:
Social media:
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Lead the team in the use of social media to increase brand awareness and impact; generate innovative approaches.
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Oversee Communications Officers to monitor, manage, create and schedule content on our social media accounts, tailoring content to different channels and audiences.
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Establish systems for monitoring and evaluating key performance indicators and delivering to time and budget.
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Manage paid advertising strategy on social media, overseeing relationship with external agencies.
Website:
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Work with developers to maintain and update website CMS alongside Operations team, support the team in creating news and blog content and help upskill colleagues to create content for the website.
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Support on development of a members’ dashboard area to improve processes and enhance the accreditation experience.
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Use insights and analytics to monitor the success of the website e.g. Google Analytics.
Materials development and dissemination:
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Ensure all work is completed within brand guidelines.
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Roll-out a content strategy to support the digital communications and marketing strategy, taking responsibility for resourcing the workplan for the wider team and contractors.
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Manage our newsletter and mailing lists with Living Wage Employers; looking for opportunities to improve content and impact.
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Basic design and video-editing support of communications and marketing collateral.
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Support the wider team and employers with ad-hoc marketing requests and digital materials to support their work plans.
Situational awareness and research:
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Lead the team in conducting stakeholder analysis; identifying and segmenting audiences and their positions and interests.
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Confident to test and learn from new digital and marketing approaches.
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Identify new ways to communicate effectively with our internal employer network, by building understanding of our key audiences and employer journey.
Strategy development:
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Participate in development of the communications strategy, contributing tactical and creative ideas around implementation, ensuring it is integrated with wider communications and campaigns strategies.
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Shape digital engagement and marketing strategy, ensuring that plans deliver against the influencing goals; evaluating effectiveness of the strategy and adjusting as required.
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Work with wider teams to support the development of tailored digital communications strategies
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Manage limited budgets for the digital growth strategy.
Reputational and risk management:
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Appropriately manage and mitigate risk on our digital channels; developing processes and messaging when necessary.
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Demonstrate awareness of potential reputational risks and proactively develops appropriate protocol and messages, including expected professional fundraising standards.
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Effectively represents the organisation with senior stakeholders
External relationships:
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Collaborate with Living Wage Employers and supporters to create engaging content and further Living Wage visibility online.
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Manage external relationships with agencies, designers and other contractors to resource digital communications work, ensuring quality and brand consistency.
Campaigns and events management:
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Develop creative digital marketing campaigns that promote our brand and further engagement objectives.
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Create a digital strategy for Living Wage Week, including creation of the employer digital pack, overseeing delivery by Communications Officers.
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Provide digital support and advice for organisational campaign and event priorities.
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Establish systems for monitoring and evaluating key performance indicators and delivering to time and budget.
Internal comms and knowledge management:
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Identify gaps in our internal knowledge management in digital practices and strengthen these with clear processes and documents to drive best practice amongst wider team.
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Provide digital support and advice to colleagues across numerous projects; this might include trainings on the use of digital platforms and trends, in order to build internal capacity and best support their work.
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Act as a brand ambassador for the whole organisation.
Internal relationships:
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Line management of the Communications Officer.
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Provide leadership on our digital engagement, ensuring colleagues feel supported, developed and valued
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Ability to manage or coordinate staff across the organisation.
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Ensure the work produced across the team is of high quality and reflective of organisational values.
Contribute to CUK mission and its strategic objectives:
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Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the function and the core mission of CUK/ Living Wage Foundation.
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Reliably implement and participate in the development of cross-organisational policies, procedures, and values in the delivery of work across the communications department.
Learning, expertise & DEI
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Keep up to date with comms developments, good practice in third sector etc.
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Train others with relevant and helpful advice and technical support
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Proactive in maintaining own wellbeing and supporting direct reports in managing their wellbeing at work
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Display self-awareness of DEI issues and the impact on direct reports. Act as a role model for DEI awareness and implementation.
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Be alert to and manage the impact of DEI issues for direct reports and stakeholders.
Personal Specification
(D) Desirable, (E) Essential
Experience
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Background in communications with experience working with digital tools, including analytics tools (E)
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Experience working with multiple internal project teams (E)
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Experience managing a team and manage work of others (preferably line management) (E)
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Expertise managing social media platforms (E)
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Expertise at managing a website CMS and/or leading on website UX (E)
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Expertise managing email marketing (E)
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Experience of working on integrated communication campaigns (D)
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Proven experience of Paid Media platforms – e.g. Facebook Business Manager, Google Ads (D)
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Experience of video production and editing (D)
Key skills and knowledge
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Wide range of digital skills across marketing and CMS platforms (such as Mailchimp, WordPress, Drupal etc) (E)
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Proficient in Google Analytics (E)
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Proficient in content marketing and social media strategies across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook (E)
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Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to tell stories (E)
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Ability to manage external agencies and stakeholder engagement (E)
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Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and take responsibility for own workload, handle multiple priorities and to work independently (E)
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Proficient in content marketing and social media strategies (D)
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Proficient in SEO (D)
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Strong understanding of brand and design principles (D)
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An understanding of Citizens UK’s national campaign areas (D)
Personal qualities & values
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An enthusiasm for digital communications, coupled with a strong commitment to the mission of the Living Wage Foundation (E)
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A commitment to the Citizens UK values: Solidarity, Kindness, Courage, Inclusion, Relational. (E)
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A strong team player, fostering a collaborative and inclusive working environment. (E)
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Takes accountability (E)
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Creative and curious (E)
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Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with an understanding of how to communicate responsibly and ethically about lived experience. (E)
About the application process
We work within diverse communities bringing people together. In line with our Inclusion value, we would love to see applications from LGBTQIA+ people, people from racialised communities, people living with disabilities and people of faith, all to better represent the communities we work in. We want our employees to have the working conditions that allows them to fully participate, be able to be their best authentic selves and thrive doing so, and we have employee networks to support staff. Even if you don’t quite meet all the required criteria still consider applying, as we invest in our employees and support them to develop the skills and knowledge required to deliver their role.
For questions and reasonable adjustments regarding your application including information in a different format, or our recruitment process, please email us.
Application timeline
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Applications open 18th May:
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Applications close: 7th June
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Interviews to be held on 16th or 24th June
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Fundraising Manager (Major Giving)
Salary£49,321.55 per annum
LocationLondon/Hybrid
Weekly Hours35
The Vacancy
Job Title: Senior Fundraising Manager (Major Giving)
Location: London/Hybrid
Salary: £49,321.55 per annum
Weekly Hours: 35
Reference: YMC1095733
Join YMCA England & Wales as our next Senior Fundraising Manager (Major Giving) and play a crucial role in transforming the lives of young people. This is your chance to lead a vibrant fundraising initiative that makes a real difference!
About Us:
At YMCA England & Wales, we uplift vulnerable young people by providing them with safe homes, vital life skills, and the support they need to thrive. We’re all about fairness, opportunity, and collective action—join us in making a difference!
Your Role:
As our Senior Fundraising Manager, you’ll develop and execute an ambitious Major Giving strategy, building strong relationships with high-net-worth donors and engaging new prospects. Get ready to innovate with Giving Circles, Development Boards, and more!
What You'll Do:
- Cultivate and grow a portfolio of major donors.
- Host exclusive events and personal meetings to engage and inspire support.
- Create compelling proposals and impact reports that resonate with supporters.
- Collaborate with senior leaders and Trustees to strengthen relationships with philanthropists.
- Bring your strategic mindset to implement YMCA’s Major Giving Strategy.
About You:
You're a motivated and personable fundraising professional with a track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts. Your relationship management skills are top-notch, and you’re passionate about crafting unforgettable donor experiences.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a vibrant, growing fundraising team impacting young people's lives.
- Work for a charity that values collaboration and celebrates your contributions.
- Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
If you’re ready to make a real impact and promote a fun, friendly environment, we’d love to hear from you! Join us and help shape the future of young people across England & Wales!
To apply: please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.
YMCA is the world's oldest and largest youth charity. Collectively, we support 402,501 young people across 708 communities in England and Wales.


The Sutton Trust is the UK’s leading social mobility charity. We believe every young person should have a fair chance in life, regardless of their family’s income, the school they go to or where they grow up. But today in Britain, the opportunity to succeed is heavily shaped by socio-economic background. Our mission is to change this. Our programmes empower young people to access life-changing opportunities, and our research influences national change to deliver a fairer future.
Each year, together with our university and employer partners, we support over 14,000 young people to reach their potential through our university, apprenticeship and career access programmes. And our support doesn’t stop there. We engage our thriving alumni community to help them to succeed in their professions and to act as advocates for social mobility.
Our rigorous and extensive research shines a light on barriers to opportunity from the early years to the workplace, and we strive to influence national policy change with evidence-based solutions to tackle educational and workplace inequality. Using insights from our programmes and research, we also test and scale new ideas in education and employment practice.
As an independent charity, our work is entirely reliant on the generous support of our community of donors. The need to support our work to tackle Britain’s low social mobility has never been greater.
Fundraising at the Sutton Trust
We are seeking a dynamic and confident fundraiser to be our Corporate Partnerships & Events Manager. The Sutton Trust is at an exciting point in our organisational journey, with a new Chairperson and ambitions to significantly grow our impact and fundraising as part of our 2030 strategy.
Over the past five years the impact of the Sutton Trust has increased, especially with our programmes which have gone from supporting 11,000 young people a year to 14,000 in the 24/25 programme year. We have secured a relatively stable income of c.£6m over several years, and in the last two years this has grown to £7m+. Our organisational strategy, which takes us to 2030/31, will continue this fundraising trajectory with a need to increase annual income on a sustained basis to £12m. With corporate income accounting for nearly half our fundraised income, there is considerable enthusiasm and opportunity in the corporate world for building strategic partnerships with The Sutton Trust.
Our fundraising approach will continue to focus on major gifts and strategic multi-year partnerships, leveraging a range of drivers to secure corporate support. Our highly engaged Chairperson has a commercial background and is keen to leverage contacts in the corporate world, giving a network of prospective contacts to explore.
The role and team
As Corporate Partnerships & Events Manager, you will be an experienced partnership manager and fundraiser, confident in securing new business through active prospecting and networking along with experience in securing and stewarding strategic partnerships with corporates and their associated corporate foundations. You will have an entrepreneurial mindset for income generation, able to confidently manage competing demands to balance securing new partnerships and delivering high quality account management to your portfolio of current and prospective supporters.
The role will lead a portfolio of corporate partnerships, focused on delivering shared strategic goals to increase social mobility in the workplace and supporting a more socio-economically diverse workforce for the future. The role will be the point-person within the Development Team for organisational events, working closely with key colleagues in our marketing & events and programme functions to support delivery of high-quality events. They will also take responsibility for delivering successful stewardship events, including programme visits. It will be crucial to work closely with a range of stakeholders, especially colleagues, to deliver successful stewardship events that showcase the varied work of the Sutton Trust and engage supporters with our work. This will include working closely with existing staff who lead on organisational, advocacy and programme events to ensure donors and prospects are able to attend and engage with the work.
Corporate partnerships are delivered by a talented and growing team, all with their own portfolios based on partnership level and complexity. Team members work on both new business and account management, with ambitious individual income targets.
Main duties
New Business
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Personally scope, develop and secure new five-figure+ corporate partnerships, aiming for a diverse and robust portfolio of partners with multi-year commitments, working with the Head of Corporate Partnerships, other senior staff, and senior volunteers appropriately to secure and steward.
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Proactively approach new business development within the corporate sector, cultivating relationships and networks to grow awareness of The Sutton Trust and secure major gifts.
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Support the Head of Corporate Partnerships in their work with senior volunteers to develop a strong prospect pipeline for major corporate gifts, including support for network mapping to leverage connections and cultivate prospective funders.
Events, Account Management and Development
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Manage and grow the Trust’s leadership and partner level corporate partnerships in your portfolio, including leveraging existing relationships to maximise financial income and partnership longevity.
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Appropriately leverage senior staff and volunteers to secure multi-lateral relationships with corporate partners and prospects, with the aim of retaining partnerships and uplifting income.
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Working closely with key colleagues to be the first point of contact for the Development team to support organisational events, and working with Development leadership to deliver diverse and engaging stewardship events.
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Working closely with key colleagues, support delivery of key donor messaging through Campaign Monitor or other platforms as appropriate, to align with the stewardship events goals of further engaging donors and prospects with the work of the Sutton Trust.
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Be accountable for achieving agreed corporate income targets, looking for opportunities to grow funding and diversify corporate income.
Fundraising, Finance and Reporting
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Act as an ambassador for the Trust with external audiences in the corporate space, representing the Trust with gravitas and confidence to secure major gifts and develop relationships.
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Work with colleagues across Development and Finance to ensure accurate forecasting, income tracking and reporting for your portfolio of corporate partnerships.
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Working closely with colleagues, provide corporate fundraising expertise to increase awareness of viable funding opportunities and develop organisational understanding of best practice for working with corporate partners and funders.
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Ensure you appropriately follow policies and procedures on due diligence, Salesforce and data management, account management, stewardship, and reporting.
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Stay up to date with corporate fundraising best practice, learning from senior members of the team, and keep abreast of developments and opportunities within the wider fundraising space.
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Other duties as necessary from time to time.
Person Specification
We welcome applications from individuals who have experience in:
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Experience in successfully securing, managing, and developing corporate partnerships at five-figures-plus level, from initial prospect research to contracting and ongoing stewardship.
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Experience successfully securing and/or managing corporate-charity partnerships, including engaging senior leadership on both sides to deliver strategic goals and mutual benefit.
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Experience network mapping and networking to build and manage relationships that lead to corporate donations to non-profits, particularly with senior non-profit volunteers.
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Experience planning and delivering events that provide high-quality stewardship to donors and prospects, engaging them with the work of a non-profit and promoting strong relationships.
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Experience managing events with an organised and clear project management approach, including influencing and working with a variety of stakeholders internally and externally.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including networking at C-suite and senior management level and strong presentation skills, with the ability to prepare and deliver engaging and persuasive cases for support.
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First-class interpersonal skills - a natural ambassador able to represent the Sutton Trust with gravitas and confidence in a range of settings, especially the corporate world and with senior leaders.
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Knowledge and experience of the education and/or not-for-profit sector.
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Knowledge of the UK fundraising environment, including corporate fundraising trends and regulations that affect corporate partnerships.
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Experienced at using Salesforce or other fundraising CRM software to accurately record funding relationships.
We are also looking for an individual who:
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Sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and our mission to increase social mobility.
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High degree of initiative and the ability to take responsibility for corporate fundraising activity.
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Dynamic and entrepreneurial fundraiser, with a passion for personally engaging supporters.
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Able to think strategically about the bigger picture and manage hands-on fundraising.
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Proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and encourage giving.
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Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical skills.
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Able to work independently and as part of a team
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Is eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work)
Terms of Appointment
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Contract: Full time, Permanent
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Salary: £42,025-£46,000
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Working location: Minimum of two office days per week. Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.
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Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP.
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Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. This role is likely to also be required to attend events / meetings outside of normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends, in line with organisational policies.
Interviews
Applications should reach us by 10am, Monday 25th May, with first round interviews held on Tuesday, 4th June, and second round interviews held on Wednesday, 10th June. Both rounds will be held in our London office.
Safeguarding statement
The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.
Contextual recruitment
The Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented at present at the Trust, to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work and know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the young people we support.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.
We also operate contextual recruitment at the Sutton Trust. Our application process gives you the option to include information about your background, such as whether you were eligible for free school meals, whether your parents went to university, or whether you attended a state school. For more examples and information on contextual recruitment, please see our website.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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Greater Change
Founded in 2018 by Alex McCallion and Jonathan Tan, Greater Change is an NGO providing cash grants to support people to overcome the financial barriers on their pathway out of homelessness using personalised budgets.
We partner with frontline charities and support workers who refer people to us who would benefit from our financial support. The personalised budgets (supported cash transfers) we provide are typically for rent deposits, ID documents, training courses etc.
On average, Greater Change spends £1,400 per individual and last year 85% of the people we supported sustained their move into stable housing, saving the public purse over £41,000 per person per annum.
Our goal is ultimately to use personalised budgets as a dignified and effective tool to end homelessness.
Our Values
- Trust & Support
- Growth & Development
- Passion with Boundaries
- Clarity & Communication
- Emotional Security & Maturity
- Impatience for Change
Philanthropy Manager
We are looking for an entrepreneurial, ambitious and relationship-driven Philanthropy Manager to help grow Greater Change’s income, impact, and profile. Reporting to the Head of Growth and working closely with the CEO, this is a hands-on role suited to someone who can be creative and structured.
You will lead key income streams across High Net Worth Individuals, Trusts and Foundations, and fundraising events, delivering high-quality proposals and thoughtful stewardship that strengthens long-term partnerships.
The ideal candidate will be someone who understands how we are maximising impact and cost-effectiveness. You will be able to clearly communicate how our work delivers meaningful outcomes.
Above all, we are looking for someone proactive and thoughtful, who is motivated to play a key role in scaling a high-impact, evidence-led solution to homelessness.
Main Responsibilities
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Work closely with the CEO on philanthropic relationships, including supporting the Development Board’s engagement, meetings, and follow-ups.
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Lead all trusts and foundation activity end-to-end, including prospect research, applications and producing reports, while tracking funding deadlines, maintaining a clear pipeline, and providing regular progress updates to the CEO and Head of Growth.
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Prepare high-quality proposals, cases for support, presentations, and donor communications.
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Co-lead on developing and maintaining corporate partnerships with the Head of Growth
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Manage individual giving, with a focus on donor stewardship and growth.
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Lead the planning and delivery of fundraising and stewardship events, including stewardship and fundraising events organised by the Greater Change and our Development Board
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Supporting the Comms team to deliver donor communications across our newsletter and social media channels
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience
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Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to build credibility and trust with senior stakeholders, including high-net-worth individuals and funders.
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Highly analytical, with the ability to understand, interpret and clearly communicate impact, cost-effectiveness, and outcomes to a range of audiences.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop compelling, evidence-based cases for support and deliver persuasive presentations.
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Demonstrable ability to think strategically and entrepreneurially, identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities and approaches.
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
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Proactive and self-directed, with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to navigate ambiguity and complex challenges.
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Alignment with our mission
Desired Skills, Knowledge and Experience
In addition to the essential skills, we are especially keen to hear from candidates who are able to meet some, or any, of the additional experience requirements below:
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Understanding of the homelessness sector or social impact
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Experience developing fundraising strategy or contributing to organisational growth plans.
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Confidence in presenting complex ideas (e.g. impact, cost-effectiveness) to senior or non-technical audiences.
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A good understanding of the housing system, homelessness, benefits processes and services which support people who are precariously housed.
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Strong IT skills in particular G-Suite, Canva and Microsoft Office.
Personal Attributes
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High and positive energy levels; you thrive when working at pace.
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You have high EQ, are a great listener, proactively inviting feedback and curious to hear the ideas of others.
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Willingness to roll up your sleeves, Greater Change is a ‘hands on’ environment.
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Strong team player who can collaborate and work with others to achieve results.
We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness.
What we offer
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Salary - £40,400
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Up to 5% pension matching
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Hybrid working model at home and in the office - we are an outcomes driven team, so we want you to work in the way that's most productive for you.
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9 day fortnight (every alternate week is a 4-day week).
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Macbook or PC.
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A work from home budget of up to £250 to buy what you need for your home setup.
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Frequent team lunches, and quarterly team activity days.
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Training budget of £800/year, to upskill on anything directly related to your work.
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A remote working allowance of up to 10 days per year (pro rata).
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A wellbeing budget of £400/year (pro rata). You can spend it on therapy, the gym, a meditation retreat, whatever helps your wellbeing.
How to Apply
Please apply with a CV and Covering Letter. Your Covering Letter must outline how you meet the Essential Criteria listed above, as well as any relevant desirable skills, experience and knowledge. Please demonstrate how you reflect our core values and personal attributes throughout your application.
Interview process
We will review applications as we receive them, so we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates will be required to participate in up to 3 recruitment rounds following application. This will include an online test, an interview and a final culture fit held in person in our London office. This may change and prospective candidates will be informed of any changes.
- Application Deadline - Sunday 7th June 2026
- Stage 1 (Work test) - Rolling Basis
- Stage 2 (Online competency based interview) - Wednesday 10th or Friday 12th June
- Stage 3 (Final stage Inperson) - Tuesday 16th or Wednesday 17th June
- Ideal Start Date - July 2026
If you are ready to help drive change and play an integral role in shaping the future
of Greater Change, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and a Covering Letter which must outline how you meet the Essential Criteria listed above, as well as any relevant desirable skills, experience and knowledge.
Please demonstrate how you reflect our core values and personal attributes throughout
your application.
We provide personalised budgets, or cash transfers, that remove financial barriers, helping people move on with dignity and saving the public millions
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
