Trust manager jobs in Central london, greater london

Our client is a global eye care charity working to end avoidable blindness. Of the 1.1 billion people worldwide living with vision loss, around 90% have conditions that are preventable or treatable. Through specialist training, innovative programmes and initiatives such as the Flying Eye Hospital and the digital platform Cybersight, the organisation is helping strengthen eye care systems around the world. In 2024, the organisation raised £5.1m to support projects across eight countries and is aiming to grow this to £10m annually over the next five years.

Trusts and Foundations Manager
Permanent | Full time
Hybrid – 2 days a week in London (near Charing Cross)
£39,766 per annum

This role sits within the Trusts & Foundations team in the Relationships & Partnerships division and focuses on researching new funding opportunities of £50K+, securing new funders and managing high-value grants. You will build and manage relationships with new and existing funders, develop compelling funding applications and reports, and oversee grant management and compliance. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation and with International teams, you will play an important role in delivering ambitious income growth.

You will have a strong track record of prospect research and of securing significant trust and foundation income in the UK and/or Europe, with experience managing funding  applications from concept stage  through to stewardship. You will be an excellent communicator, confident relationship builder and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering against ambitious income targets.

The organisation offers a competitive benefits package including 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), employer pension contributions up to 10%, flexible working, life assurance and employee wellbeing support. Full details are available on their website.

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the organisation and is committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive process for all candidates. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Prospectus will review applications in the first instance and share candidate details with the organisation on an anonymised basis to help ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process.

The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups, including Black and ethnically diverse candidates, LGBTQ+ individuals and candidates with disabilities.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and criminal records checks. The organisation is also a member of the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS). All applicants will need to provide proof of their legal right to live and work in the UK.

If you meet some of the criteria but not all we would still encourage you to get in touch. Prospectus can help you better understand the role and guide you through the application process. Please reach out to Jessica Stoddart.

Salary: £45,000 – £55,000
Contract: FTC – 12 months
Hours: Flexible – part or full time
Location: Hybrid – 1 day per week in Moorgate office
Closing date: Thursday 16^th April

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Trusts, Foundations and Partnerships Manager to join Legal Response International (LRI) at a pivotal moment in the organisation’s journey, reporting directly to the Director.

This is LRI’s first dedicated fundraising role, offering the opportunity to build a trust and foundation income stream from scratch in a small, specialist organisation working at the sharp end of climate governance, international law and global equity. You will play a central role in diversifying income, shaping long-term sustainability, and helping ensure that developing countries can engage on equal terms in international legal processes that shape their futures.

This role will appeal to an international development trusts and foundations fundraiser who enjoys autonomy, strategic thinking and relationship?led fundraising, and who is motivated by building something purposeful and lasting.

To be successful as the Trusts, Foundations and Partnerships Manager, you will need:

• Proven experience securing trust and foundation income, including five? and six?figure grants
• Experience fundraising within, or for, international development, climate, human rights, governance or rule?of?law focused organisations
• The ability to translate complex, specialist or technical work into clear and compelling cases for support

If you would like to have an informal discussion about this role, please call Emma on 02030 062787 or email your CV and expression of interest to [email protected].

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency. We use our extensive sector knowledge to match candidates with the most suitable charity roles and are committed to improving equality, diversity and inclusion across the sector. You can read more about our commitment to diversity https://www.ashbyjenkinsrecruitment.co.uk/our-commitment-to-diversity/.

We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment and partner closely with both candidates and charities throughout the process.

Please note: if enough applications are received, Legal Response International reserves the right to close the role early.
 

Location: The Upper Room, Shepherd’s Bush, London W12

Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (4 days)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £40,000–£42,000 FTE (£32,000–£33,600 actual salary for 4 days)
Working Pattern: Hybrid, with at least 1 day per week in the office
Reports to: CEO

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About the Role

The Upper Room (TUR) supports individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, social exclusion and involvement with the criminal justice system. Through UR4Meals and UR4Driving we provide practical support, dignity and opportunity to some of the most disadvantaged members of our community in West London. 

We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Grants Manager to take full ownership of and grow our most important income stream.

Trusts and foundations account for over half of our income, and we have an established portfolio of funders alongside several multi-year grants. This role is central to maintaining that income and driving its growth.

This is a hands-on, autonomous role requiring someone who can independently manage a live pipeline, write high-quality applications, and build strong, long-term funder relationships.

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Key Responsibilities

Trusts and Foundations Fundraising (lead responsibility)

• Identify, research and secure funding from trusts, foundations and statutory sources
• Develop high-quality, persuasive funding applications, including larger and multi-year bids
• Manage and maintain a robust pipeline of funding opportunities
• Lead on reporting, monitoring and reapplications
• Build and steward long-term relationships with funders
• Work closely with service teams to develop clear, evidence-based cases for support

Strategy and Income Growth

• Contribute to and support delivery of TUR’s fundraising strategy
• Identify opportunities to increase income and strengthen long-term sustainability
• Monitor performance against income targets and adjust plans where needed
• Provide clear and accurate reporting to the CEO and Board

Wider Contribution

• Contribute to broader fundraising activity where appropriate
• Represent TUR externally with professionalism and credibility

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Person Specification

Essential

• Direct experience securing funding from trusts and foundations; applications without this experience will not be considered
• Demonstrable track record of securing five-figure grants (and ideally multi-year funding)
• Experience managing the full funding cycle, from prospect research through to reporting and stewardship
• Experience managing a pipeline of multiple funders and deadlines
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, compelling and tailored proposals
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently
• Confidence engaging with funders and representing an organisation externally
• Commitment to The Upper Room’s mission and values

Desirable

• Experience in homelessness, criminal justice or related sectors
• Knowledge of the London or West London funding landscape
• Experience contributing to fundraising strategy or income growth

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Why Join Us

The Upper Room is a values-led organisation committed to empowering people facing poverty and exclusion. You will be joining a small, committed and supportive team, with the opportunity to take real ownership of a critical income stream.

This role offers the chance to work closely with the CEO and play a direct role in strengthening the organisation’s sustainability and impact.

Flexible working arrangements are supported, with at least one day per week in the office.

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Additional Information

• Attendance at quarterly evening Finance Sub-Committee meetings is required (time off in lieu provided)
• Occasional evening or weekend events may be required (time off in lieu provided)
• The Upper Room is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check

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How to Apply

Please send your CV along with:

• A covering letter (maximum 500 words) outlining your suitability for the role

We welcome informal conversations prior to application.

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Recruitment Process

Panel interview focused on experience, track record and approach to trusts and grants fundraising

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Closing Date

11.30pm, 30th April 2026

Trusts manager

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About the role

We are looking for a Trusts Manager to join our High Value Relationships team and help secure transformational funding for our work with disabled people with complex needs. This is a hybrid role, working 2-3 days in our London office.

Working closely with the Head of High Value Relationships and colleagues across Sense, you will contribute to the development and delivery of our high value fundraising strategy. You will manage a varied portfolio of trust and foundation funders, from early-stage research through to proposal submission, stewardship and reporting.

This role is ideal for an experienced trusts fundraiser who enjoys building relationships, writing compelling proposals, and working collaboratively to bring impactful projects to life.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of trust and foundation prospects to meet income targets.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities aligned to Sense’s priorities and unfunded projects.
• Lead the development and submission of high-quality funding applications, including six-figure-plus proposals.
• Build and maintain relationships with Trustees and key funder contacts.
• Lead or support the management of grants, ensuring compliance, quality assurance and timely reporting.
• Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of key funders.
• Monitor and report on progress against personal income targets and budgets.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fundraising, Marketing and operational teams to develop strong funding propositions.

About you

You will bring:

• Proven experience generating income and meeting targets in a high value fundraising role.
• Direct experience of developing and submitting six-figure-plus trust and foundation proposals.
• Experience managing a trusts and foundations pipeline and identifying new funding opportunities.
• Strong relationship-building skills, including engaging senior leaders and supporters.
• Experience creating compelling stewardship plans and managing funder relationships.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to write persuasive, impactful proposals and reports.
• Strong numerical skills, including budgeting and financial reporting.

Desirable

• Experience working in disability, health, education or social care charities.
• Experience using a CRM system.
• Knowledge of trust and foundation funding trends.

About Sense

We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world. We use our knowledge and expertise to deliver personalised, creative and flexible support at every stage of life. Sense is proud to be a disability confident leader.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition, we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement.

If you share these values and want to lead a function that helps a truly meaningful organisation deliver more impact, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates for interview, in relation to the Personal Specification. Therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the job description and person specification before applying. 

Please note to avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Sense Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.

• Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to a DBS check; level dependent on the nature of the role.
• For this role we particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented Global Majority backgrounds and candidates with disabilities. Sense is committed to equality of opportunity, and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, volunteers and the people we work with. Everyone's contribution is valued and we ensure they're given the opportunity to realise their potential. We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential

Salary: £43,857 ( £3090 LW)
Contract: Permanent
Location: London / Hybrid - two days per week in office
Closing date: Rolling
Benefits: 24-28 Days annual leave & option to buy/sell more, up to 5% pension contribution, Employee assistance programme, Life assurance cover, Health cash plan

We are very excited to be looking for a passionate Trusts Manager to join Sense, a national disability charity supporting people with complex needs. Reporting to the Head of High Value Relationships, this role sits within the High Value team and plays a crucial role in delivering ambitious income targets through trusts and foundations.

At a pivotal point in the organisation’s strategy, the Trusts Manager will manage and develop a robust portfolio of trust and foundation relationships & lead the full lifecycle of trust fundraising — from research and pipeline development through to proposal submission, stewardship and reporting. This will see you working closely with colleagues across fundraising and service delivery to bring compelling funding propositions to life.

You will also contribute to the wider high value strategy, build strong relationships with funders and internal stakeholders, and ensure excellent grant management and compliance across key awards.

To be successful as Trusts Manager, you will need:

• Experience generating income and meeting financial targets within a high value fundraising role
• Proven experience developing and managing a trusts and foundations pipeline, including six?figure applications
• Strong relationship?building skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders and funders

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact us and quote the reference 2936AJ.

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

If sufficient applications are received, the charity reserves the right to close the role early.
 

Prospectus is excited to be working with the our client to help them recruit for a Trust and Foundations Manager to join their UK team. The foundation is a UK-based microfinance charity that gives small loans and business training to women in Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia. They envision a world where people living in poverty have the opportunity to build sustainable and better lives for themselves and their families. They provide women in sub-Saharan Africa with financial services, business training, mentoring, and ongoing support.

This is an exciting time to join the foundation as they embark on a phase of major organisational growth. In 2026, they are launching a capital campaign to expand their outreach from serving 150,000 women each year to 1 million women annually.

The role is offered on a permanent full-time basis with a salary between £40,000 to £45,000 per annum with flexible hybrid working options between home and their London office.  

The Trust and Foundations Manager is responsible for securing significant grant income from trusts, foundations, and institutional funders in the UK and internationally. The role leads on developing and managing a high-value funding pipeline, securing five  and six figure grants, and building strong, long-term funder relationships. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, they will work closely with colleagues in London and across sub-Saharan Africa to develop compelling proposals, budgets, and reports. The role includes line management responsibility for one fundraising team member.

They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience in securing significant grants (five or six figure gifts) from trusts, foundations, and institutional funders. They are looking for a candidate with demonstrable experience in writing successful grant applications and bids, with a portfolio of high-value awards. The ideal candidate will have an interest in international development and the work of MicroLoan Foundation.

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 Firas El Dib 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.