Trust manager jobs in Leicester

Harris Hill is delighted to partnering with National Parks Partnerships, an entrepreneurial organisation that develops strategic and commercial partnerships to support the UK’s 15 National Parks and increase their impact, resources and influence. They are searching for Corporate Trusts and Grants Manager to join their team.

This is an exciting and newly created role that will play a key role in the achievement of annual income targets through engagement with trusts and foundations to deliver grants which support the work of National Parks.

As Corporate Trusts and Grants Manager, you will be responsible for developing and delivering new business opportunities across Trusts and Foundations, securing funding aligned with strategic priorities. You will lead the development of compelling funding proposals, grant applications, and partnership opportunities to support new and existing initiatives. You will conducted research, data analysis and due diligence to identify funding opportunities. You will build and maintain strong partnerships across National Parks and with external funders, ensuring collaborative engagement and high-quality account management. You will also manage funder relationships through regular communication and monitoring and reporting on funded projects.

To be considered for this role you will need: 

• Substantial and demonstrable experience of working in a fundraising/business development field
• Grant application writing and presentation skills, with the ability to deliver face to face and online pitches to prospective funders.
• Substantial and demonstrable experience of securing grant funding
• Account Management of multiple partners with different priorities.

Salary: £40,785.50

Full time, two-year fixed term

Location: Fully remote – home-based with occasional UK travel required.

Deadline: Monday 10th August at 9am

Application process: CV and Cover Letter

Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted with further information.

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

We are seeking an experienced, strategic and proactive Trusts and Foundations Manager to join an ambitious and growing organisation at an exciting stage of development.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-value grants programme, securing significant funding from charitable trusts and foundations to support impactful services and future growth. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will shape compelling funding opportunities, build meaningful funder relationships and help deliver ambitious income targets.

The Opportunity

As Trusts and Foundations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing and delivering a focused, high-quality grants strategy. You will be responsible for identifying and securing new funding opportunities, developing persuasive cases for support and building long-term partnerships with funders.

You will manage the full grant lifecycle, from prospect research and application development through to stewardship and reporting, ensuring a disciplined and results-driven approach to income generation.

The role also includes line management responsibility for members of the Grants Team, supporting performance, development and delivery against agreed objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a targeted Trusts and Foundations fundraising strategy.
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospects, applications, reports and renewals.
• Research and evaluate funding opportunities to maximise success rates.
• Write compelling and tailored funding applications and proposals.
• Translate complex programmes and outcomes into clear and persuasive cases for support.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders, encouraging long-term engagement and repeat funding.
• Lead on funder reporting and stewardship activities.
• Work collaboratively across teams to develop fundable projects, budgets and impact reports.
• Monitor performance against income targets and continuously improve fundraising approaches.
• Line manage and develop members of the Grants Team.

About You

You will be an accomplished grants fundraiser with a proven ability to secure significant income from Trusts and Foundations.

You will bring:

• Significant experience securing five and six-figure grants from Trusts and Foundations.
• A strong track record of achieving and exceeding income targets.
• Excellent bid writing and proposal development skills.
• Experience building compelling cases for support.
• Strong relationship management and stewardship experience.
• Excellent research, prioritisation and pipeline management skills.
• Outstanding written communication and attention to detail.
• Experience of line management and team development.
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations, compliance and data protection requirements.
• A proactive, organised and results-focused approach.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £38,000 -£43,000 per annum + £2,000 bonus
• Contract type: full time, permanent
• Location: flexible: once a quarter at Keele, Staffordshire. 
• Deadline: On rolling basis 

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Transform Lives Through Fundraising
 
Lead trusts and grants fundraising efforts to make a tangible difference by directly funding life-changing assistance dogs for disabled people. 
 
About Canine Partners
At Canine Partners, we breed, train, and support expert assistance dogs to create loving, life-changing partnerships with disabled people. Across the UK, we support people with a variety of physical disabilities and their families, carefully matching them with a dog that suits their needs, personality, and lifestyle.
Our dogs bring confidence and independence, love and companionship, reducing reliance on carers and giving people the freedom to live life their own way.
 
The Role
Position: Trusts and Grants manager Hours: 37.5 hours per week Location: Homebased  Travel: Occasional travel to the National Training Centre, in Leicestershire to support bespoke donor site visits and quarterly fundraising meetings and some travel to high value giving events.   
You will implement Canine Partners’ trusts strategy with the aim of developing relationships to expand the funding base of trusts and grant givers, and increase overall giving. You'll be responsible for the strategic planning, operational management and delivery of trusts and grant funding to achieve significant and sustainable income, ensuring strong engagement with Canine Partners.
 
What You'll Be Doing

• Create and implement the trust strategy, and set income and expenditure targets in conjunction with the High Value Giving Manager and Head of Fundraising 
• Identify, secure and lead the development and management of a range of significant high value relationships with trusts and grant givers.
• Inspire existing and prospective supporters to engage with and support Canine Partners’ work, through proactive and extensive networking.
• Ensure all trust supporters receive exemplary stewardship and supporter care that meets and exceeds their expectations. 
• Be responsible for developing internal and external relationships, and represent Canine Partners at the highest levels to develop engagement and interest. 
• Engage specialist and/or senior level internal support where necessary, to gather information and prepare high level propositions to potential funders. 

 
About You

• Strong experience in trust and foundation fundraising, proven track record in securing five and six figure gifts
• Proven experience in managing relationships with external supporters
• Significant experience in developing funding proposals and innovative cases for support
• Accomplished communicator able to build relationships at all levels
• Ability to construct written reports and manage and analyse data on CRM systems

 
Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
 
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are excited about this role, don't hesitate to apply! We welcome applicants who bring unique perspectives and would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.
 
Please note we may interview candidates prior to the closing date. If we find a suitable candidate or receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advertisement prior to the closing date so apply now to ensure you don't miss out! Please be assured that we contact all candidates regarding the outcome of their application, this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.
 
Closing date: 26th July 2026
 
We recognise the benefit of diverse experience and welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.
 
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Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis is the UK’s leading patient charity for people affected by pulmonary fibrosis. We fund research, campaign for improved care, and provide vital support and information to people living with the condition and those who care about them.

We are looking for a Trusts, Foundations and Grants Manager to help grow our income from trusts, foundations, statutory bodies and other grant-making organisations. This is an important role in our Fundraising team, helping to secure the funding we need to expand support services, accelerate research, influence policy and improve care.

You will manage a portfolio of prospects and funders, develop compelling funding applications and reports, build strong relationships, and work closely with colleagues across APF to gather evidence, budgets, impact data and lived experience stories.

We are looking for someone with experience of developing successful funding applications, excellent written communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. You will be proactive, collaborative and motivated by improving the lives of people affected by pulmonary fibrosis.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter via Charity Job, maximum two pages, by 26th July 2026.