Senior trusts and major donor fundraiser jobs

War Child believes that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war. It is the only specialist charity for children affected by conflict, with four main areas of work: protecting children, educating children, supporting communities and campaigning. The charity are renowned for their creative, innovative and entrepreneurial approach, with strong connections to the gaming, music and creative industries. 

Philanthropy is a central driver of War Child’s growth. Income has risen rapidly, underpinned by exceptional networks, high-profile supporters and a highly successful portfolio of events and experiences. Following a strategic review, War Child is now investing in a more structured, sustainable approach to philanthropy fundraising with two clearly defined strands: one focused on traditional major donor relationship management and pipeline growth, and a second dedicated to high-value events and experiences as a core driver of major donor engagement and income. This role has been created to lead the second strand.

While the Senior Philanthropy Manager’s primary focus will be generating income from a warm portfolio of major donors, they will also take strategic ownership of War Child’s high-value philanthropy events, shaping donor engagement rather than delivering events operationally. This is an autonomous, externally-facing role, unlocking influential networks and converting high-profile engagement into long-term philanthropic partnerships.

Please note that this is a hybrid role, with 1-2 days per week in the Camden office, with regular events and meetings in central London.

As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will:

• Manage and develop a portfolio of donors and warm prospects capable of giving 6-figure gifts, including high-value donors currently sitting with senior leadership
• Take strategic ownership of War Child’s high-value events as a core driver of the major donor pipeline, shaping and strengthening this strand so it becomes a defined, sustainable part of the philanthropy programme
• Lead on donor engagement around events, including narrative, asks, pledge levels, follow-up and conversion to income
• Analyse and prioritise prospects with the Data & Insights Manager to focus effort on the highest-value opportunities
• Unlock and activate influential networks through ambassadors, senior volunteers and high-profile supporters
• Work closely with the Head of Philanthropy, Data & Insights Manager, Events Producer, and Principal Giving Lead

Essential skills and experience:

• Significant experience of high-value major donor fundraising, with a track record of securing £50k+ gifts from HNWIs
• Strong experience of developing donors through identification, cultivation, solicitation and long-term stewardship
• Credibility and confidence working with wealthy, influential individuals, advisers, celebrities and senior volunteers
• Experience of shaping donor engagement strategy around high-value events or pledge environments
• Strategic thinker with strong judgement on prospect prioritisation and pipeline management
• Excellent relationship management, influencing and written communication skills
• Comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-moving, high-profile environment

Desirable:

• Experience of pledge dinners or high-value special events at a strategic fundraising level
• Experience working with ambassadors or high-profile supporters
• International development or humanitarian sector experience

Not required: Direct event production experience; Line management experience

Employee benefits include: 

• 28 days’ annual leave, rising to 33 days, plus public holidays (entitlement is pro-rata for part-time staff
• Enhanced pay provision for maternity, partner/coparent/paternity, shared parental and adoption leave.
• Life insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Cancer Cover
• Enhanced Sick Leave (from Day 1, entitlement increases with length of service)
• Paid Emergency Time Off for Dependants: Up to 5 days paid leave per annum to deal with an emergency involving a dependant
• Flexible Public Holidays: Staff may exchange up to two standard UK public holidays around Easter and Christmas for those that have cultural or religious significance to them
• Career Break: 3-12 months’ unpaid leave available to staff after 3 years’ continuous service
• Temporary Overseas Working: Up to 4 weeks per annum to work from a location outside of the UK
• Volunteer Leave: Up to four days paid leave per annum (pro rata) to participate in volunteering activities
• Cultural Benefits: As a charity that works closely with the creative industry, we’re delighted to offer our staff a number of free tickets to the best cultural events, including gigs, art exhibitions, private views and more! You’ll also receive free membership to Tickets for Good who provide free and discounted tickets to even more live events.

Job Title: Corporate Fundraiser (London)

This is a newly created role, designed to strengthen our corporate fundraising activity and build impactful partnerships across the UK.

Location: Hybrid (remote and on-site as required)

Salary: £45,000 per year plus London weighting.

Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week

Type: Permanent – with 6-month probationary period

Reports to: Head of Fundraising

On completion of your probation period you’ll be eligible to access our pension scheme and other employee benefits, including our health cover and generous annual leave allowance.

Organisation Overview

The County Air Ambulance Trust has been providing essential funds that help to save lives for over a quarter of century, registered as a charity in 1996. From its regional beginnings it has become a national charity and since 2009, following the launch of the HELP Appeal, the charity has been raising much needed funds to provide life-saving helipads where they are needed most

Our HELP (Helicopter Emergency Landing Pads) Appeal is the only charity in the country funding helipads at NHS hospitals. Our mission is to ensure that patients receive timely care by facilitating rapid air ambulance access to hospitals, enhancing patient survival and recovery prospects. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify, research and secure high-value corporate partnerships to generate significant income. This role focuses on developing partnerships with national organisations across the UK, not solely London-based corporates.
• Develop tailored proposals and sponsorship packages for large corporate organisations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, ensuring excellent stewardship and long-term engagement.
• Represent HELP Appeal at networking events, meetings, and presentations to cultivate new opportunities.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the fundraising function and marketing/events teams to deliver partnership benefits and maximise impact.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and produce regular reports on progress against targets.
• Ensure all fundraising activities comply with legal and ethical standards and reflect best practice.
• Communicate the mission and impact of HELP Appeal effectively to inspire corporate support.
• We expect all staff to undertake any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by your line manager on behalf of the charity.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Proven experience in corporate fundraising.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders and negotiating partnerships.

Desirable:

• Experience in major donor fundraising.
• Knowledge of CSR trends and charity sector partnerships.

Other:

• Access to own vehicle and willingness to travel.
• Flexibility for occasional evening and weekend work.

Join us in our mission to save lives. Be part of a team that makes a real difference.

We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager to work with management and trustees to lead delivery of a set of practical fundraising priorities while helping to build stronger systems and confidence for the future.

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced charity fundraiser who is comfortable working in a maturing fundraising function, where tools and ways of working are being developed and income needs stabilising rather than rapidly expanded.

This interesting and varied role will focus primarily on trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, and alumni support, with a strong emphasis on retention, stewardship and proposition clarity.

Do you have demonstrable experience of new business development? Have you personally secured 6 figure partnerships in previous roles?

We're recruiting a New Partnerships Manager to be responsible for proactively identifying, prospecting, and cultivating leads in key sectors to secure new 5-6 figure, multi-year corporate partnerships with local and national businesses.

What does this role do?

As New Partnerships Manager, you'll:

• develop a prospect pipeline to raise a personal income target which contributes to an overall team target,
• support the Senior New Partnerships Manager in the identification and cultivation of new corporate partnerships, accessing a range of income streams and budget holders,
• support senior team members in attending meetings with potential corporate partners, including preparing relevant briefs in advance,
• prepare relevant and creative applications and proposals for pitches for potential corporate partners,
• work closely with the Corporate Partnerships Team to ensure the transition between new business and account management is seamless for both Dogs Trust and the new partner.

Interviews for this role are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 9th February 2026, and will take place on Teams. Please note, this role is based at our London office, with office attendance at least one day per week and sometimes at short notice.

Could this be you?

To be successful in this role you'll have demonstrable experience of new business development, ideally in a charity setting, with a track record of securing six-figure partnerships. You'll be organised, articulate and credible, with a real appreciation of different budget holders within companies who may be interested in supporting Dogs Trust, and an understanding of different types of corporate partnerships. In addition, you'll have demonstrable experience of senior stakeholder management and negotiation skills, and you'll have the ability to write clearly and concisely, and to tailor written style to the needs of different audiences.

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.

Please note, Dogs Trust is a wholly independent organisation, free of association with any political party. Our independence is critical, as it allows us to pursue our mission to campaign on dog welfare issues, on behalf of the UK’s dogs and their owners. For our public affairs roles, the ability to display political neutrality in the public eye or when working with MPs is essential.

At Ambitious about Autism, we are currently looking for a Trust Fundraiser to join our team.

This role will be a key part of our Philanthropy team, working on securing funding from charitable trusts and foundations with the capacity to give up to £30,000. The Philanthropy team is highly regarded, consistently bringing in over half of our organisation's total voluntary income.

You'll research, identify and drive forward new income opportunities, maintain relationships with existing donors and ensure our supporters have an excellent experience through giving to us. You'll deliver high quality, written applications and reports to trusts and foundations, in line with funder deadlines and keep in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and in face-to-face meetings and visits.

We are looking for someone who has:

• The ability to manage a task or project from conception to completion and meeting set deadlines
• The ability to engage, inspire, manage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively to generate income in line with the organisational strategy
• Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills in order to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Reporting to, and working closely with, the Head of Fundraising and Engagement, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will shape and implement innovative strategies, driving growth in philanthropic giving, secure corporate partnerships and obtain critical funding. With a focus on cultivating mutually beneficial, long-term relationships, you’ll craft compelling proposals, develop tailored stewardship plans, and create sponsorship opportunities that inspire ongoing support.

You’ll lead the way in securing multi-year corporate partnerships and nurturing donor relationships to meet ambitious income targets. As a key player in the senior fundraising team, you’ll contribute to strategic planning, represent the charity at events, and champion new approaches to fundraising.

With our newly formed Development Board, the Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Lead will identify and utilise key networks to grow our philanthropic supporter base across corporate and major donor income streams. With strong writing skills, this person will also craft tailored and compelling corporate proposals and trust and foundation applications.

Who are we looking for?

To support our vision and ensure the achievement of ambitious income targets to support children and families affected by neuroblastoma, we are looking for a strategic and results-driven high-value fundraiser to join our team.

We are particularly keen to speak with interested candidates who enjoy cultivating high-value relationships from scratch and stewarding five- and six-figure corporate partnerships, and/or major donor relationships.

Person specification:

• Demonstrable significant experience working in corporate fundraising (experience in major donor and trusts & foundations fundraising would also be of benefit).
• Strategic thinker with significant experience at a managerial level, developing strategic plans to grow and optimise high-value fundraising.
• A proven record of being results-driven and working to achieve income targets, KPIs and outcomes.
• Proven ability to proactively identify, cultivate and secure new corporate relationships, demonstrate strong new business development acumen and confidence opening new opportunities.

See our Recruitment Pack for the full role description and specification and for information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK. 

Location: Home-based within England with regular travel to London and elsewhere in the UK as required
First stage interviews: Thursday 26th February
Second stage interviews:  Wednesday 4th March

As a safeguarding charity whose work and practice are underpinned by safeguarding principles to protect children and young people and enhance their welfare, we always work in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance, and best safeguarding practices. All our roles require a basic criminal record check.

Our Time Charity is seeking an experienced Corporate Fundraiser to help grow vital income through meaningful, long-term partnerships with businesses and corporate supporters.

This role plays a key part in delivering our fundraising strategy by connecting purpose-driven organisations with our mission to support children and families affected by parental mental illness. You will build and steward corporate relationships, develop partnership and sponsorship proposals, and represent Our Time Charity to external audiences.

Working closely with the CEO and wider team, you’ll help secure funding that directly supports our KidsTime Workshops and wider programmes – enabling children to feel supported, understood and less alone.

This role is ideal for someone with experience in corporate fundraising, relationship management or partnerships, who enjoys building connections, telling compelling stories, and turning shared values into lasting impact.

To learn more about the role, responsibilities and how to apply, please download the full recruitment pack.

Job Title: Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager

Salary: £40,000 - £44,000

Contract: Permanent, full-time – 37.5 hours per week

Location: Hybrid, with at least two days a week working from Power2’s office in Manchester or London

Annual Leave: 25 days paid holiday each year

Power2 is a fast growing and energetic children and young people's charity that has supported 27,000 young people since 2001. We are based in the North West of England and London and deliver early-intervention asset-based programmes to children and young people who have mental wellbeing challenges and are disengaged from school and more widely. We are well-known for our accredited Teens and Toddlers programme and are supporting young people via Power2 Rediscover, an intensive 1:1 crisis response programme. Our Power2 Thrive programme focuses on improving mental wellbeing.

With our support, children and young people who are experiencing vulnerabilities and disadvantages improve their wellbeing, re-engage with school and learning, build networks and access opportunities.

We’re committed to equality and operate within a culture and structure that recognises diversity and strives to be fair. We live by our values of Brave, Expert and Passionate and we aim to have an entrepreneurial and flexible approach to work.

We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations fundraiser to join our team at Power2, a fast growing and energetic youth charity.

You will lead on fundraising from Trusts and Foundations and be responsible for relationships, applications and reporting to major Trust and Foundation funders. You’ll lead internal processes for prospect research and have oversight of a growing portfolio of potential and existing donors. You will ensure a consistent pipeline of applications to meet your performance indicators and collate information from across the organisation to produce funder reports.

 You will have significant and demonstrable experience of fundraising from major Trusts and Foundations. You will have excellent project management skills, be skilled at writing compelling funding bids, be highly numerate and a great team player and collaborator. Previous experience or interest in the youth or education charity sector would be an advantage.

We operate hybrid working, and this role can be based at either our North-West (Ashton-under-Lyne) or London office, with at least two days working in the office per week. We offer flexibility as to when the role’s hours are worked, and exact working patterns can be discussed at interview.

Your expression of interest should be no longer than two pages of A4 and must cover:

· Where you are based

· How your skills and experience match the person specification

· What makes you the right person for the role.

Your CV and personal statement are submitted on the second page of the application process. Applications without a personal statement will not be considered.

We are interviewing on a rolling basis and may appoint before the advertised closing date. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The successful applicants will be required to undergo and secure an enhanced DBS check (child workforce) and provide details of two referees.

Senior Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser

Location: Hybrid - London or Manchester

Salary: £37,717 - £38,217

Closing Date: 01 February, 2026

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

About the Role

At Depaul UK, we believe every young person deserves a safe place to call home. For over 35 years, we've worked tirelessly to prevent homelessness and transform lives. Now we're looking for a Senior Trust & Foundations Fundraiser to help us achieve even more.

Our trust and foundations team is an important part of this effort, engaging new and existing funders and growing sustainable income. You’ll be joining a high performing team who prioritise relationships, are proactive, curious and passionate about our work.

The Senior Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser is an integral member of an experienced and highly successful trusts and foundations team. This is a wonderful opportunity for an exceptional self-starter with fantastic written communications and organisational skills to progress their fundraising career.

Reporting to the Trusts and Foundations Manager, you will manage a portfolio of 5 and 6-figure trust funders, support developing a strong pipeline of opportunities, build new relationships and communicate the impact that the charity has with young people at risk of, or experiencing homelessness.

 In this role, you will: 

• Manage a portfolio of trust funders who are giving 5 and 6-figure gifts and maintaining excellent relationships.
• Make high quality and compelling written applications to trusts and foundations in line with the charity’s needs.
• Ensure that the annual programme of tailored mailings to trusts that are donating up to £3,000 is delivered.
• Providing a high standard of stewardship and reporting to trust funders against grant requirements.
• Organising, leading and participating in meetings and project visits with funders.
• Support the development of new cases for support.
• Research new trusts and foundations and support the research of major donor prospects.
• Work to an annual team income target and agreed KPI’s.
• Use Raisers Edge and Altrata CRM, and our internal systems to keep records accurate and up to date.

About You

You believe in people - their strengths, their rights and their potential. You bring proven experience in trust fundraising and working to team targets. You will also bring proven experience of writing compelling bids to a high standard and reporting to funders on agreed outcomes. You will possess the ability to build and maintain strong donor relationships. Skilled in researching and developing new funding opportunities. You will bring excellent communication and presentation skills. Also, you will possess strong organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

What You’ll Receive

• Tailored training and development
• Flexible working options where suitable
• 26 days annual leave, rising with service
• Family‑friendly leave policies
• Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access
• Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more
• Cash health plan for you and your family
• Death‑in‑service benefit
• Access to legal and practical support

Safer Recruitment

Depaul UK is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly.

About Depaul UK

In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed “cardboard cities” due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 Depaul UK was born.

What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, Depaul UK provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Since opening its doors in 1871, Royal Albert Hall has stood at the heart of the nation’s cultural life. From the Suffragettes to Stormzy, Elgar to Einstein, the Beatles to Shirley Bassey, the world’s most influential voices have shaped moments of history on its iconic stage.

A £50 million capital appeal was launched in late 2025, which will fund improvements of facilities for artists, audiences and young people taking part in engagement activities at the Grade I listed concert hall. This 15-year estate plan represents a significant evolution in the Hall’s fundraising approach, creating an exceptional opportunity to expand its philanthropic reach, deepen relationships with supporters and secure transformational investment in the future of this much-loved institution.

The Senior Philanthropy Manager (Maternity Cover) will play a pivotal role in the delivery of its major donor programme. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, this role sits at the heart of the philanthropy team, combining hands-on major gifts fundraising with oversight of systems, processes and pipeline management. The postholder will shape and steward a growing portfolio of high-value supporters during a critical phase of the Hall’s capital appeal, while ensuring that donor engagement activity is coordinated, consistent and effective.

Please note that interviews will occur on a rolling basis. To discuss the role in more detail and make an application, please apply ASAP with a copy of your most recent CV plus any additional information that aligns with the person specification below.

As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will:

• Report to the Head of Philanthropy and line manage two direct reports – Senior Prospect Researcher and Philanthropy Coordinator – fostering clarity, structure and confidence within your team.
• Manage a personal portfolio of major donors, stewarding relationships typically in the £20,000–£500,000 range.
• Work to a team income target, generating funds from HNWIs through major gifts, mid-value gifts and legacies.
• Own and drive the major donor pipeline, ensuring clear next steps, momentum and follow-through across cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Be donor-facing, through regular face-to-face meetings, cultivation activity and events, including evening engagement as part of stewardship.
• Ensure robust processes are in place for tracking, thanking and income processing, with delivery support from the Philanthropy Coordinator.
• Act as a central coordinating figure for major donor activity, working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, Development Director and selected Philanthropy Board members.
• Lead on the rollout of donor communications, including tailored donor stewardship and wider impact reporting.
• Work closely with other development colleagues who focus on the Hall’s Friends and Patrons programmes, Trust and Foundation approaches and Events.

Essential skills and experience:

• Demonstrable experience of managing and stewarding high-value individual donors, ideally within a major gifts or upper mid-value context.
• Experience of personally securing c.£50K+ donations from HNWIs – please ensure that examples of personally secured gifts from HNWIs, including £value, are included on your CV. It would also be helpful to include context e.g., uplift, new donor
• Confidence working with fundraising databases and systems (ideally Tessitura), and a strong understanding of GDPR and DPA 2018.
• Strong organisational and process skills, with the ability to keep complex, multi-strand activity moving and well-tracked.
• Experience of working collaboratively in a matrixed environment with senior stakeholders and volunteers.
• Some line management or mentoring experience, with the ability to provide clear direction and practical support. However, this is not a heavily people-management-focused role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging donors in a range of settings.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach, combined with sound judgement and professionalism.

Desirable:

• Arts, culture or heritage fundraising experience.
• Experience of working on or alongside a capital appeal.

Employee benefits include: 

• 25 days per year annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees), with the opportunity to buy or sell up to five days holiday per calendar year
• Life assurance of 6 x basic salary
• RAH’s canteen offers free hot and cold meals, including vegetarian options, to staff whilst at work
• Employee Assistance Programme

Job Title: Head of Fundraising
Reports to: Deputy CEO
Location: Contracted to Breaking Barrier’ office in London, Birmingham or Manchester, with some expectation of travel

Terms: 5 days per week (37.5 hours) but open to part-time (minimum 30 hours) and flexible working arrangements

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (inclusive of London weighting)

Purpose of the Role
The Head of Fundraising is a strategic leadership role within the Income and Engagement Directorate,
with overall responsibility for the strategy, delivery and performance of Breaking Barriers’ high-value
income portfolio. This includes corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, statutory funding, and
major gifts.
Breaking Barriers has grown into a national charity supporting over 1,300 refugees each year and
raising c.£3m annually. Income from corporate partners and philanthropic funders has been central to
this growth, with corporate partnerships integral to both income and the creation of meaningful
employment outcomes for our refugee clients. As the organisation enters its next strategic phase, the
priority is to develop national partnerships in line with a redesigned service model and build long-term
resilience across high-value income streams.
Reporting to the Deputy CEO, the Head of Fundraising will translate organisational priorities into a
clear income strategy that delivers resilience and long-term relationship-led partnerships. They will
lead and support a team of senior fundraisers, each with lead responsibility for a defined income
stream, while maintaining personal involvement in a small number of priority, high-value relationships.
As a member of Breaking Barriers’ Joint Leadership Team, the post-holder will contribute to
organisational leadership, culture and decision-making, and will help shape how we work with
responsible businesses, funders and partners to advance refugee employment in the UK.

Key Responsibilities
1. Income generation and external partnerships
 Hold overall accountability for income delivery across corporate partnerships, trusts and
foundations, statutory funding, and major gifts / high-net-worth individuals.
 Provide strategic oversight and direction to senior managers leading each income stream,
ensuring coherence, prioritisation and strong performance across the portfolio.
 Maintain personal oversight of a small number of priority, high-value relationships, acting as
senior sponsor and external representative where appropriate.
 Ensure a strong, diversified pipeline of prospective partners and donors aligned with
organisational priorities.
 Champion excellent stewardship and supporter experience across all high-value relationships.
 Work closely with colleagues across the Directorate and the Joint Leadership Team to
maximise cross-fundraising, partnership and engagement opportunities.
 Ensure that the voice, experience and dignity of refugees are meaningfully and ethically
reflected in fundraising activity.
 Ensure accurate and consistent use of Salesforce for pipeline management, forecasting,
reporting and analysis.

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 Work closely with the Deputy CEO and Finance team on income forecasting, budgeting and
financial planning.
 Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including GDPR and the
Fundraising Code of Practice.
2. Strategy and growth
 Working closely with the Deputy CEO, lead the development and delivery of an integrated
Fundraising Strategy that supports organisational priorities, financial sustainability and long-
term national partnerships.
 Translate strategy into clear priorities, plans and performance expectations across the
fundraising portfolio.
 Drive income growth while strengthening long-term resilience across high-value income
streams.
 Develop and deliver national and multi-year partnerships, particularly with corporate partners
and major statutory funders, ensuring these relationships are strategically aligned, high-impact
and mutually beneficial.
 Ensure fundraising propositions are compelling, evidence-led and clearly connected to
Breaking Barriers’ impact, working closely with the Services Directorate to reflect operational
reality and client need.
 Strengthen pipeline management, forecasting and scenario planning to support financial
resilience and informed decision-making.
 Identify opportunities to deepen funder engagement beyond income, including learning
partnerships, influence and profile-raising where appropriate.
 Monitor external trends and risks affecting high-value fundraising, adapting plans proactively in
partnership with organisational leadership
3. Leadership and team management
 Provide inclusive, ambitious and supportive leadership to the Fundraising team, fostering a
culture of high performance, collaboration and learning.
 Line manage 3 Senior Managers across Corporate Partnerships and Philanthropy, each with
lead responsibility for a defined income stream.
 Set clear expectations, objectives and KPIs for senior managers, supporting them to balance
strategic leadership with hands-on fundraising delivery.
 Ensure effective prioritisation, realistic workloads and joined-up ways of working across a
complex fundraising portfolio.
 Lead on workforce planning, skills development and succession planning within the
Fundraising function, in partnership with the Deputy CEO.
 Champion strong collaboration between fundraising and other directorates, particularly
Services, Communications and Finance.
 Model Breaking Barriers’ values at all times, contributing to a welcoming, mission-led and
entrepreneurial organisational culture.
 Actively contribute as a member of the Joint Leadership Team, supporting organisational
leadership and decision-making beyond fundraising.
 Provide clear, accurate and timely reporting to the Deputy CEO, CEO and Board of Trustees,
attending meetings as required.

Person Specification
Essential
 Significant experience leading high-value fundraising across multiple income streams, with a strong
track record of income growth.
 Demonstrable success securing and stewarding 6- and 7-figure partnerships or donations from
corporate partners, trusts/foundations, statutory funders and/or major donors.

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 Proven ability to operate at both strategic and delivery levels, balancing leadership with selective
frontline fundraising.
 Experience managing senior fundraisers or managers with responsibility for discrete income
streams.
 Strong strategic, financial and analytical skills, including budgeting, forecasting, performance
management and risk assessment.
 Excellent relationship-building, influencing and negotiation skills, with credibility at senior levels
internally and externally.
 Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and compellingly to a range of audiences, including
trustees.
 Experience working effectively across an organisation and with senior leadership teams.
 Strong project management skills and ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
 Sound knowledge of GDPR and the Charity Fundraising Code of Practice.
 Demonstrable interest in, and commitment to, refugee inclusion, employment or related social
justice issues.
 A leadership style aligned with Breaking Barriers’ values: mission-led, welcoming, collaborative and
entrepreneurial.
Desirable
 Experience integrating or restructuring fundraising teams or portfolios.
 Knowledge of trends in refugee sector funding, responsible business or social impact partnerships.
 Experience of statutory funding delivery and compliance.
 Event-based fundraising or donor cultivation experience.

Other considerations:
 Breaking Barriers is committed to protecting an adult’s right to live in safety, free from abuse and
neglect and for their views, wishes and beliefs to be fully taken into account when deciding action. 
 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified
persons regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and
civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. 
 Breaking Barriers particularly welcomes applicants with experience of seeking asylum and/or
a refugee background. 
As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, we are committed to offering an accessible recruitment
process and guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Contract Type: Maternity cover until mid March 2027

Location: London or any of our national offices, with the expectation of being in the office 2-3 days per week and being able to travel to London for team meetings 1-2 times per month (travel expenses covered if based at an office outside London)  

1st stage interviews: 10th & 12th February (virtual over MS Teams)

2nd stage interviews: 19th February (in-person at our South London Centre or virtual over MS Teams if you're based outside London)

Young people need us more than ever, and at The King’s Trust, you can help make sure we’re there for them. As Head of Individual Giving and Legacies, you’ll play a crucial role in developing two of our key income streams, inspiring thousands of supporters to back our work and securing long-term pledges that transform futures.

This year is a particularly exciting one as it’s our 50th anniversary, so you’ll design and deliver powerful campaigns that encourage supporters to give again, attract new donors, and grow legacy commitments year on year. From shaping innovative fundraising products to creating meaningful supporter journeys, your leadership will ensure our donors feel connected, valued, and motivated to continue their support. With a talented team to guide and inspire, you’ll drive creativity, collaboration, and impact, turning generosity into life-changing opportunities for young people across the UK.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable 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 Head of Individual Giving & Legacies? 

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 Head of Individual Giving & Legacies! 

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) 

Since opening its doors in 1871, Royal Albert Hall has stood at the heart of the nation’s cultural life. From the Suffragettes to Stormzy, Elgar to Einstein, the Beatles to Shirley Bassey, the world’s most influential voices have shaped moments of history on its iconic stage.

Today, the Hall continues to deliver an extraordinary programme spanning classical music, rock and pop, national moments and the spoken word. Each year, nearly two million people experience performances that entertain, challenge and inspire, creating unforgettable memories within one of the world’s most recognisable and celebrated buildings.

Looking ahead, the Hall has set an ambitious new vision to ensure it remains a place of dreams and determination, contemplation and celebration for generations to come. Central to this vision is the continued growth of its highly successful outreach programme, supporting emerging artists and deepening engagement with communities, widening access to the arts and strengthening the Hall’s social impact.

In support of this long-term ambition, a pioneering £50 million capital appeal was launched in late 2025. This 15-year estate plan represents a significant evolution in the Hall’s fundraising approach, creating an exceptional opportunity to expand its philanthropic reach, deepen relationships with supporters and secure transformational investment in the future of this much-loved institution.

Against this backdrop, the Royal Albert Hall is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Philanthropy to lead its philanthropic activity through an exciting period of growth and change. This senior role will drive income generation across major donors, trusts and foundations, and the Friends & Patrons programme, while playing a pivotal role in the success of one of the most high-profile capital appeals in the arts. The post offers a rare opportunity to deliver a step-change in philanthropic income and prospect development, helping to realise the Hall’s bold vision for the future.

As Head of Philanthropy, you will:

• Lead the Royal Albert Hall’s philanthropic efforts, overseeing a talented team and delivering an ambitious strategy that spans multiple income streams: major donors, trusts and foundations, events, and the Friends & Patrons programme.
• Play a key role in helping shape and deliver the Hall’s transformative £50M capital appeal, which represents an extraordinary opportunity to expand the Hall’s fundraising reach, significantly increasing the volume of prospects engaged and deepening relationships with existing donors. Your ability to inspire your team and personally steward key supporters will be instrumental in driving this evolution in the Hall’s fundraising approach.
• Primarily focus on securing new supporters and driving innovative approaches to growing the donor base. Cultivating existing relationships is also an important aspect of the role.
• Foster a supportive and high-performing culture within your team, using a coaching leadership style to maximise potential and ensure the delivery of ambitious income targets. Your leadership will be key to driving performance while maintaining hands-on involvement with major donors and high-profile supporters.

Essential skills and experience: 

• An accomplished philanthropic fundraiser and inspiring team leader with a proven track record of securing minimum 6-figure gifts from HNWIs. Examples should be clearly evidenced on your CV.
• Confident managing senior stakeholders, developing strategy, and working across multiple income streams to grow voluntary income.
• A leadership style that combines strategic oversight with personal involvement, enabling you to manage high-value relationships directly when needed, especially with key donors.

Arts fundraising experience is not essential.

Employee benefits include:

• 25 days per year annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees), with the opportunity to buy or sell up to five days holiday per calendar year
• Enhanced pay during maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Life assurance of 6 x basic salary
• RAH’s canteen offers free hot and cold meals, including vegetarian options, to staff whilst at work
• Employee Assistance Programme

We are looking for a new business focussed part time Global Trust Fundraiser to join a small team and play a critical role in securing funding from diverse sources to support the charity with their innovative development initiatives.

The ideal candidate would bring senior-level fundraising experience from a similar role at an NGO, organisation, or charity with an established network of executive relationships in major foundations.

This is a remote working role offering £60k pro rata

The charity
A passionate international development charity, dedicated to to collaborating world wide to make a lasting social impact.

The Role
Relationship Management
Oversee the complete grant lifecycle, from initial lead to application to reporting and closeout.
Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors, program officers, and other key stakeholders.

Applications & Fundraising Development
Lead the development of high-quality grant proposals, ensuring proposals are compelling, well-written, and tailored to meet the requirements and priorities of each donor.

Events and Networking and Representation
Effectively convey the charity mission, vision, and programs to potential donors, organising fundraising events while overseeing teams of volunteers and probono partners.

The Candidate
Senior-level fundraising experience from a similar role at an NGO, organisation, or charity.

Extensive existing network of senior executives with major global foundations and organisations.

Proven track record of identifying and closing deals for 6 - 7 figure gifts.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

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

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