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Fundraising and Marketing Executive
Location:
Hybrid role with at least 3 days working in the office, of these 3 days Tuesdays and Fridays must be within the office. Based at Cosmic HQ near St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and at Queen Charlotte’s Hospital, Hammersmith
Reports to:
Senior Fundraising Executive
Salary:
£27,000 per annum
Hours:
Full time – 35 hours per week
Job Type:
Permanent
Annual Leave:
27 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff) plus public Bank Holidays and office shutdown between Christmas & New Year
About Cosmic
Cosmic is a small but mighty children’s charity dedicated to supporting the incredible work of the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, and Queen Charlotte’s Hospital, Hammersmith. We provide vital funding for life-saving equipment, specialist staff training, and pioneering research. We also deliver our own emotional and practical family support services - making a real difference for children and families when they need it most.
As part of our close partnership with our NHS colleagues, you will join a team working at the heart of world-class children’s and neonatal services, helping Cosmic to make a real difference for families during their most difficult moments.
The Role
This role will play a crucial part in supporting a wide range of fundraising, marketing, and communications activities for Cosmic. As a key member of the Income Generation team, the individual will help raise vital funds and awareness that enable and enhance the charity’s work, whilst also contributing to the delivery of effective marketing and communications that promote our impact and engage our audiences.
This role requires someone with a genuine interest in working across multiple fundraising areas — from corporate partnerships and community fundraising to individual giving, events and challenges, trusts and foundations, event support for Cosmic led events, and in-memory and legacy giving. You will bring strong organisational, communication, and creative skills to support activity across these streams. In addition, you will collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Manager to develop engaging social media content, enhance brand visibility, and contribute to impactful digital and supporter communications across all of Cosmic’s channels.
This varied and dynamic role will include research, administration, planning, content creation, and creative thinking. You will support the delivery of fundraising activities, events, initiatives, and campaigns, as well as contribute to marketing efforts such as social media, email newsletters, website updates, and storytelling. A key part of the role will be ensuring our supporters, donors, and online audiences receive high-quality, consistent, and engaging communications. With the wider team’s support, the role will also aid the growth of new corporate partnerships.
The role requires someone who is confident, organised, and articulate, with ideas, energy, and enthusiasm to promote the work, need, relevance, and impact of the charity. With such a diverse remit and working within a fast-paced environment, the ideal candidate will be comfortable multitasking and willing to get involved in a broad range of tasks.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to learn, has a “can do” attitude, and will be a passionate ambassador for the charity. The individual will have skills in marketing and/or fundraising, which will be transferable. Reporting to the Senior Fundraising Executive and working closely with the wider Income Generation team and the Marketing and Communications Manager, the role has scope for development and growth in this small, but impactful charity.
Key Responsibilities
1. Fundraising and income generation support
- Working alongside and supporting members of the Income Generation team, gaining a better understanding of the various fundraising and income generation activities.
- Be a key contact for fundraising enquiries.
- Collation and sending of information, including fundraising materials, to potential and current supporters and advising on queries relating to fundraising.
- Support the organisation, planning, promotion, and delivery of fundraising, stewardship and other events.
- Ensure that all fundraising activity operates with the Fundraising Regulator’s guidelines, code of practice and GDPR practices.
- Identify and support opportunities to raise awareness of the charity including giving presentations, attending meetings and local events.
- Aid the growth of individual giving programmes, including regular giving, one-off donations, and donor stewardship journeys.
- Assist in researching, writing, and submitting grant applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory funders.
- Maintain accurate donor records using the charity’s CRM system, Donorfy, and ensure data is up to date, accurate, compliant, relevant and reportable.
- Support the planning and delivery of fundraising campaigns, appeals, and community events.
- Assist with event set-up and pack-down, ensuring all materials and equipment are in place.
- Provide excellent donor care and stewardship, including timely thank-you communications and proactive engagement with supporters.
- Help identify new fundraising opportunities and potential partners through research and networking.
- Meet with supporters in person and provide a first-class experience for them by providing tours of the units and any tailored information they require.
- Support the administration and logistics for fundraising events, including volunteer coordination and post-event evaluation.
2. Marketing and communications responsibilities
- Create engaging content for social media, newsletters, the website, and campaign materials to raise awareness of the charity’s work.
- Social media content capture and uploading of activities at all Cosmic led events onto all relevant channels.
- Coordinate social media channels, scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and identifying opportunities for growth.
- Support marketing campaigns for fundraising events, appeals, and awareness initiatives.
- Work with the Marketing and Communications Manager to ensure brand consistency across all supporter-facing materials.
- Gather stories, quotes and visuals from beneficiaries, supporters, and partner organisations (with appropriate permissions) to promote activities and support to Cosmic.
- Update and maintain website content, ensuring information is accurate, compelling, and user-friendly.
- Assist in producing digital assets, such as graphics, short videos, and email campaigns.
- Conduct basic analytics reporting for digital platforms, tracking engagement, reach, and campaign impact.
- Help coordinate Public Relations activities, including drafting press releases and maintaining media contact lists, in liaison with the Marketing and Communications Manager.
3. Cross-team and administrative responsibilities
- Work closely with the Senior Fundraising Executive, and wider Income Generation team to ensure smooth coordination between fundraising and marketing activities.
- Liaise with clinical partners, hospital staff, and external stakeholders to gather information that supports fundraising and communications content.
- Support the implementation of internal processes for campaign planning, supporter stewardship, and content production.
- Attend events, meetings, and training sessions as needed to represent the charity.
- Provide general administrative support to the fundraising and marketing functions including processing donations, handling enquiries, and maintaining shared resources.
- Contribute ideas and feedback to help refine and develop the charity’s fundraising and marketing approach.
- Audit the inventory of all materials necessary for both events and volunteering.
- Sending thank you letters to supporters in a timely manner.
- Spending time meeting with families and staff on the units, using this time as an opportunity to build positive relationships. Supporting the Service Delivery team with massage days for the clinical staff and other key events such as World Prematurity Day and other ad hoc and seasonal activities.
- The role is incredibly varied, and no two days are the same.
Key Skills and Qualifications
Essential skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Confident using social media platforms for organisational promotion (e.g., Instagram, LinkedIn)
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with supporters, colleagues, and external partners
- Creative thinker with the ability to contribute ideas for campaigns, content, and events
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable learning new systems
- A proactive “can-do” attitude with willingness to learn and take initiative
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a small team
- Commitment to the mission and values of Cosmic
Desirable skills
- Experience working in a charity, events, fundraising, or marketing role
- Familiarity with fundraising income streams (corporate, events/challenges, community, trusts, individual giving)
- Experience creating social media content or using scheduling tools
- Basic design or video editing skills (e.g., Canva)
- Experience using a CRM or donor database
- Understanding of digital marketing metrics and analytics
- Experience writing fundraising applications, impact stories, or marketing copy
- Knowledge of charity branding principles and supporter journeys
- Event support or volunteer coordination experience
- Understanding of child health, paediatric care, or NHS charity environments
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
At Cosmic, we’re a small team with a big heart. Every day, we’re privileged to support families and NHS staff when they need it most - often during the most difficult and vulnerable moments of their lives. This role offers the opportunity to be a vital part of that support, making a tangible difference where it truly matters.
- 27 days’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time staff) plus public Bank Holidays. Time off between Christmas and New Year with the office shutting down during this time.
- £200 professional development budget annually
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible hours with hybrid working arrangements. Core office hours 10am – 4pm
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and responses to the screening questions. You are welcome to include a covering letter if you wish, but this is optional.
Cosmic is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you have any accessibility requirements then please do highlight this to us in your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Funding and Development Officer will play a key role in identifying, securing, and managing income streams through grants, partnerships, donations, and fundraising initiatives. This role will also support organisational growth by developing strategic relationships, improving funding processes, and enhancing the charity’s visibility and impact.
The Funding & Development Officer will work closely with the Centre Manager to identify a strategic funding & finance plan to ensure sustainability for all the charities projects.
LYCC is a youth and community organisation (registered charity) dedicated to empowering young people, adults and strengthening local communities. We provide inclusive programmes, opportunities, and support that help individuals develop confidence, skills, and a sense of belonging. Our name change in 2011, to Litherland Youth & Community Centre, and our building redevelopment in 2014/2015 reflects how our organisation had shifted from a traditional “boys club” and “youth centre” to now a youth and community centre. Taking a holistic approach in relation to our services facilitated and support offered. LYCC identified the need for this holistic approach and has worked since to provide services and support for individuals of all ages within our community. The Funding & Development Officer, will help LYCC be proactive to local identified need and help to source and secure funds to faciltiate support.
Current charity turnover approx. £300k.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Background
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest humanitarian organizations, at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions.
IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England.
In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.
Job Overview/Summary
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is looking for an Associate Director for foundation partnerships across Europe based in the UK. Embedded in the Global Foundation & Trusts (F&T) team within the External Relations department responsible for the organization’s communication, fundraising and advocacy work, this position plays a key role in enabling the growth of the IRC’s F&T income and profile in the UK and across Europe. Using an ROI focused, transnational approach, the role aims to establish a robust pipeline of European foundations most relevant to the IRC and build sustainable, multi-year F&T partnerships with top European foundations.
Key Accountabilities
· Develop and implement cultivation strategies for foundation partnerships across Europe that contribute to IRC’s F&T’s revenue target and align with the wider IRC External Relations strategy;
- Lead on existing partnerships, including direct strategic planning with donors, and proposal and report submissions, as well as collaboration with internal partners for effective grants management;
- Proactively contact foundation prospects, establish initial relationships as well as re-actively responds to incoming requests;
- Personally solicit and secure 6 to 7+ figure income from European foundations, with the aim of establishing long-term relationships;
- Collaborate with relevant teams and support functions at IRC’s US-based HQ and IRC entities in Europe to ensure best-in-class new business outreach and account management;
- Synthesize the IRC’s programs into clear, compelling presentations, proposals, and reports for private sector audiences, positioning IRC as the go-to partner in the humanitarian sector;
- Remain up to date with the latest trends in the European foundation landscape, ensuring that the IRC’s partnership proposition remains compelling and competitive;
- Represent IRC’s F&T team effectively in related fora;
- Ensure open and relevant communication is maintained between the IRC and our foundation partners;
- Maintain clear CRM records for the portfolio that contribute to comprehensive tracking/reporting on IPP’s client universe; and
- Collaborate across other External Relations teams on initiatives that span departments to include but not be limited to our joint dedication to a diverse, positive and inclusive work environment.
Key Working Relationships
Position Reports to: Director, Global Foundation Partnerships (Europe-based)
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications:
Work Experience:
· **Strong experience with non-profit high-value fundraising experience with Corporates, Foundations or HNWI, ideally within a large or medium-sized charity.
· **A proven track record of managing and developing high-level foundation partnerships to mutual benefit and securing new multi-year partnerships at a 6 to 7+ figure income level.
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
- **Experience of working to, and meeting, ambitious revenue goals and performance indicators, as well as participating in financial projections, reporting, and scenario planning;
- Ability to translate an organization’s strategy and objectives into operational delivery and, at times, respond quickly to changes in short-term priorities;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to produce high-quality pitches, proposals and reports;
- Proven knowledge of private sector philanthropy processes, and the particular issues affecting the foundation sector in Europe;
- Understanding of the internal support processes required to deliver effective institutional funder relationships;
- Demonstrated ability to maintain positive, collaborative, productive relationships with staff at all levels and geographies, including with senior leaders;
· Strong intercultural communication skills; proven ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds;
- Proficient networker with the ability to represent the organization externally at a senior level and to convey complex ideas in a clear, compelling manner;
- Good judgment in maintaining confidentiality of donor information;
- Driven, motivated and proactive with a solutions-based attitude and resilient in the face of setbacks;
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to devise creative solutions to sophisticated problems and issues;
- Excellent organizational skills, especially the ability to manage a complex, varied and substantial workload;
- Passion for the IRC’s mission and dedication to private sector partnerships; and
- Dedication to fundraising for international development, human rights, social justice and global refugee and migrant communities.
Desired Qualifications:
- Proficiency in English required. Excellent knowledge of the following languages would be decisive asset: Dutch, French and/or Swedish.
- CRM experience – Salesforce preferred.
We’re on the lookout for a Fundraising and Partnerships Marketing Manager to join us for a 12-month fixed-term contract during a truly exciting period, our 50th anniversary year. If you love bringing campaigns to life, working with brilliant people and making a real impact through meaningful marketing, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.
You’ll get stuck into leading creative, integrated campaigns across digital and traditional channels – particularly on social media, email and print - helping us reach more supporters, raise awareness and inspire action across a mix of corporate partnerships, fundraising initiatives and special events. You’ll work closely with lots of different teams, collaborate with content creators and external partners, and use your experience to tell powerful stories that connect with target audiences.
We’d love to hear from someone who enjoys multitasking across busy and varied projects, has a great feel for what makes audiences tick, and is full of ideas and enthusiasm, especially in such a milestone year. If this sounds like your kind of role, even if you don’t tick every single box, we’d be really happy to hear from you.
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.
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At Naomi House & Jacksplace, every partnership helps us bring comfort, expert care and joy to seriously ill children and young adults aged 0-35 years old. #we support around 600 families each year to access our extensive hospice services, from play therapy, to respite support, to end of life care - but we know more families and young adults need us.
We're on an amibitious journey to Reach More and Do More - and we're looking for a dynamic Senior Fundraiser (Corporate Partnerships) to help lead the way.
This is not just another fundraising role. It's a chance to join us at a time we are shaping the future of corporate giving at the hospices - inspiring businesses to make a real difference, while ensuring every existing partner feels valued, engaged and proud to stand beside us.
As a key member of our passionate fundraising team, you'll co-lead our corporate partnerships strategy - driving both the growth of new, high-value relationships and the nurturing of long-term, transformational partnerships.
You'll blend strategic thinking with hands -on relationship management, working across Hampshire & the IOW, Wilsthire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire and West Sussex. From developing innovative proposals to creating inspiring engagement plans, you'll bring creativity, professionalism, and purpose to everything you do.
Our Corporate Partners are varied; they range in size, sector, income and location, but they have one joint thing in common, raising money to help our hospices. You will work with varied stakeholders, from CEO's to Office Administrators, meeting partners face to face to inspire income generation activities and to increase the impact of the partnership.
Yor goal: to maximise corporate income through exceptional stewardship, compelling storytelling, and a shared belief in the power of partnership.
Why join us?
At Naomi House & Jacksplace, you'll find more than a job - you'll find a purpose. You'll join a supportive, ambitious team that believes in the power of compassion and collaboration. Every conversation you have, every partnership you nuture, and every pound you raise will help us reach more families and do more life-enhancing work.
Key Responsibilities:
- To co-lead our corporate partnerships strategy — driving both the growth of new, high-value and transformational relationships and the nurturing of long term, and local partnership.
- To blend strategic thinking with hands-on relationship management, working across Hampshire & the IOW, Wiltshire, Dorset, Surrey, Berkshire and West Sussex.
- Developing innovative proposals to creating inspiring engagement plans, bringing creativity, professionalism, and purpose to everything you do.
- Working with varied stakeholders, from CEOs to Office Administrators, meeting partners face to face to inspire income generation activities and to increase the impact of the partnership.
- To maximise corporate income through exceptional stewardship, compelling storytelling, and a shared belief in the power of partnership.
- Inspire and grow corporate partnerships — expertly manage and deepen existing relationships while identifying and securing exciting new opportunities.
- To deliver excellent stewardship — ensuring every partner feels recognised, connected, and motivated to increase their impact.
- Lead creative pitches and proposals — develop sponsorship packages and partnership concepts that align with our mission and deliver measurable results.
- Drive strategic new business — network, prospect, and engage with purpose to bring in high-value, long-term supporters.
- Champion collaboration — work with fundraising, events, marketing, and supporter services to ensure every partnership shines and every supporter journey is seamless.
- Monitor and celebrate success — build out reports on progress, measure outcomes, and share achievements that demonstrate the difference we’re making together.
Skills, Experience and Benefits:
- Proven success in corporate, major donor or partnerships fundraising (2+ years preferred) or proven transferable relationship management.
- Exceptional communication skills — confident presenting, pitching, and writing with impact.
- A creative, proactive mindset — always spotting new opportunities and turning ideas into action.
- Experience managing four to five-figure partnerships with skill and care.
- You will be enthusiastic about the power of data, utilising data capture on our CRM to move analytical and data driven decisions to make the most of each new opportunity
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- A desire to work as part of the wider fundraising team to reach ambitious targets.
- The ability to balance strategy and delivery — building for the long-term while achieving immediate and daily results.
- A full driving licence and willingness to travel across the region, working some weekend and evening hours to cover events and key partner’s meetings.
- Membership of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising is desirable.
Salary circa £30,000 p.a. depending on experience.
Comprehensive benefits package which includes flexible working options, 28-days holiday, group pension scheme, life assurance, HSF Health cash plan, blue light discount and opportunities for professional development and growth and working in a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly Criminal Records Bureau) and asked to provide satisfactory references covering the last 5 years.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Naomi House & Jacksplace are an Equal Opportunities employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and strive to support candidates with additional needs during the interview process. If you require any accommodations or adjustments, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment experience.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date once sufficient suitable applications have been received.
Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Our Mission is to always provide outstanding care for children, young adults and families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the opportunity
Working closely with the Fundraising Manager and Head of Philanthropy, you will support a range of fundraising activities, most predominantly researching new avenues for funding within trusts, foundations and corporate partners, completing grant applications, carrying out communications and reporting to existing funders and raising the profile of the charity through representing Action Tutoring at funder or networking events. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the world of fundraising activities, working with a passionate, committed and driven team.
Closing date: Sunday, 30th November 2025
Interviews: Wednesday, 10th and Thursday 11th December 2025
Start date: Monday 1st February 2026
Contract and hours: Fixed term 12 month maternity cover contract. We are open to 0.6FTE to 1FTE for the right candidate. We offer flexible hours with 9.30-4 as core hours. A full working week is 37.5 hours.
Location: This role is remote. The candidate can be based anywhere in the England. Our London office address is: x+why, 8-10, Fivefields, Grosvenor Gardens, London SW1W 0DH. Occasional travel may be required for this role.
Duties and responsibilities
- Research new opportunities for Action Tutoring to explore for fundraising and carry out initial enquiries to determine suitability to apply to trusts and foundations.
- Prepare and submit grant applications to suitable trusts, foundations and corporates, carrying out careful research to ensure the applications are as strong as possible and include relevant data and case studies.
- Work alongside the Corporate Partnerships Team to encourage corporate support through donations or grants.
- Identify and lead on local fundraising opportunities in Action Tutoring’s nine key regions, for example researching and submitting applications for local grants and to local businesses.
- Research and determine suitability of profile raising opportunities or awards for Action Tutoring to apply to, such as corporate Charity of the Year opportunities, the Third Sector Awards and Charity Awards.
A full list of duties and responsibilities can be found in the job description attached to the BreatheHR advert.
Person specification
Qualifications criteria:
- Previous experience in fundraising, or transferable experience that shows strong writing skills.
- Right to work in the UK.
We are looking for some of the following attributes, though you might be more experienced in some areas than others:
- Outstanding communicator; strong written and verbal communication skills; able to make an exciting and compelling case for support.
- Creative and ambitious.
- Proactive and tenacious personality; willing to seek out and pursue opportunities.
- Highly organised; able to prioritise, multi-task and manage work to deadlines.
- High computer literacy.
- Adaptable and open to learning and feedback.
- Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children.
You will be likely be more successful in this role if you have:
- Prior experience of fundraising work, particularly if it is within trusts and foundations. This could be in a paid role, or on a voluntary basis or as part of work experience.
- Experience of building relationships with stakeholders.
Award-winning national education charity working towards a world in which no child’s life chances are limited by their socio-economic background.
Battersea is entering an exciting phase of innovation and transformation during this first year of our new five-year strategy. With increased investment in income generation, we are strengthening our team to drive the growth necessary to achieve our organisational goals. This role sits within the Philanthropy, Partnerships & Commercial (PPC) team, made up of Philanthropy & Trusts, Corporate Partnerships & Commercial, Special Events & Stewardship, and Fundraising Operations.
The focus of the Philanthropy & Trusts team is to build a solid base of support through excellent stewardship of existing trusts and major donors alongside cultivation of new prospects, reached through prospect research and the networks of senior volunteers. The key purpose of this Philanthropy Manager is to meet both financial and strategic KPIs in order ensure the long-term health of the Philanthropy pipeline. They will do this by personally managing a portfolio of key individual relationships as well as line-managing the Philanthropy Officer to deliver against their targets. This role, together with Battersea’s other Philanthropy Managers, will also work closely with senior leadership, senior volunteers and other individuals to open up networks and introduce new major donors to Battersea.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources
- Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.
We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Acceptable use of AI:
At Battersea, we value expertise. We recognise each candidate that applies to us will have a range of expertise they can offer us, so we want to hear about this in your own words. We understand the support that generative artificial intelligence (AI) software can offer but it can also lead to numerous applications presenting as generic and impersonal. This makes it difficult to gain understanding of your unique experience.
To best showcase yourself, we encourage you to write your responses without the assistance of AI. If you require the use of AI software to aid in completing your application, we ask you use the generative responses as a prompt for writing your answers and avoid copying and pasting. You must also ensure the information presented in your application accurately reflects your experience.
Closing date: 1st December 2025
All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Interview Date(s): To be confirmed
For full details on the role, please download the recruitment pack from our Careers website.
To apply for the role, click on the "Apply" button below.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role:Senior Consultant / Corporate Partnerships Manager – Royal Trinity Hospice
Reporting to:Head of Fundraising
Hours of Work:37.5 hours per week
Salary:£40,000
Location:Royal Trinity Hospice – Clapham, London (hybrid) 3 days onsite
Application:CV and a cover letter
ABOUT COMPTON
Compton is the UK’s leading fundraising consultancy - with seven decades of experience managing successful annual, capital, and legacy campaigns for charities and not-for-profit organisations. Our clients recognise Compton as ‘the trusted name in fundraising’, thanks to the transformational contributions we make. We are proud of our history and track record, and the ‘Compton Way’ continues to deliver extraordinary fundraising results, even in today’s challenging operational and economic conditions.
ABOUT OUR CLIENT – ROYAL TRINITY HOSPICE, CLAPHAM
Royal Trinity Hospice (Trinity) is the UK’s oldest hospice and serves a community of 950,000 in central and southwest London. Trinity delivers specialist end-of-life and palliative care at the Hospice and in the community as well as support and counselling services for family and friends. The Compton team deliver transformative funding results allowing the hospice to deliver outstanding care to patients and their families. Trinity is a key client for Compton, and we have a long record of success in generating income and sustainable growth across all income streams for the Hospice.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Currently corporate income at Trinity averages £150-200k per annum and incorporates a small local business supporters programme, corporate sponsorship of hospice events or services and several larger corporate partnerships. The Corporate Partnerships Manager is a newly created role and they will work to increase income from corporate and business partners over the next 3 years. They will develop a strategy for growing this important area of fundraising and execute it.
The successful candidate will build on what has been achieved to date to enhance our corporate offering, which will include engaging more businesses through the Local Business Heroes programme, working in partnership with other departments of the hospice to facilitate corporate volunteering and visits. They will work collaboratively with the Events Coordinator and Head of Philanthropy and Events to secure sponsorship for key events such as the RTH Gala Dinner, Dinner and Quiz, Opera at the Hospice, Light up A Life and others underpinning their financial success. In addition, we will look to the new Manager to enhance and develop our current offering. The Corporate Partnerships Manager will be supported by a small team of Fundraising Executives as required and report to the Head of Fundraising.
The successful candidate will:
·Lead on developing and implementing an ambitious corporate fundraising strategy for our client to increase income to £300k+ over the next three years.
·Manage and grow our existing corporate partnerships, retaining relationships where possible and increasing income.
·Improve both our promotion of corporate giving and the processes to steward corporate relationships.
·Manage and grow our SME programme Local Business Heroes with the support of the Fundraising Executives.
·Develop and deliver creative partnership plans, including stewardship, communication, and fundraising strategies.
·Identify and execute income generation, awareness, and volunteering opportunities with partners.
·Create and implement annual fundraising plans, coordinating with internal teams to support partner activities.
·Provide exceptional stewardship, fostering long-term relationships and new opportunities.
·Achieve and exceed financial targets, ensuring accurate income and expenditure tracking.
·Attend and support partner events, including occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
·Provide timely and accurate reporting and information for distribution to the client Executive team and Board.
·Develop and review regularly income and expenditure budgets and income forecasting.
·Collaborate with other fundraising colleagues (major gifts, events, trusts & foundations) to identify opportunities for corporate activity within the broader fundraising campaigns.
·Maintain excellent internal relationships with the Communications team, as well as the Hospice clinical teams and other stakeholders (volunteering, retail, etc).
·Collaborate with the Communications team to build and implement promotional strategies and thank corporate supporters.
·Support the wider Fundraising team providing support and participating in other duties where required.
Experience, knowledge, skills, and characteristics
Required:
·At least two years of corporate fundraising or corporate relationship management experience.
·A strong track record in managing corporate fundraising promotion and relationship management to achieve sustainable growth.
·An interest and understanding of the importance of corporate support for a local hospice or other charitable organisation.
·A passion for fundraising and aligning with a corporate’s CSR / ESG goals to create meaningful change.
·Excellent relationship management and donor stewardship skills, with the ability to engage with high-net-worth individuals and other key stakeholders.
·Experience of running a variety of campaigns, events or products and monitoring budgets.
·Excellent communication skills, and the ability to interact successfully with a wide and varied group of supporters and colleagues.
·Well-organised, and confident in planning and executing activities.
·Demonstrably able to manage time and priorities workload effectively.
·A proactive and results-driven attitude with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and take initiative.
·A responsive and flexible approach to stakeholder’s needs and enquiries.
·Experience of using a database to manage supporters or clients and monitor income.
Desired:
·Evidence of consistently reaching and surpassing targets.
·Experience in managing corporate partnerships; successfully stewarding them to success, acquiring new partnerships, and achieving targets.
·Experience of writing engaging fundraising copy.
·Experience of line management.
·An understanding of, or experience of, working in a healthcare or hospice or charity setting.
·An interest in and desire to become a fundraising consultant at Compton and a career in fundraising consultancy.
Company benefits
Annual leave 25 days plus bank holidays (rising with experience)
Standard Life pension scheme with Company contributions starting at 3%
Life assurance paying a multiple of annual salary
Discretionary performance bonus
Compton conferences, workshops and other learning and development opportunities
Regular team socials
Employee Assistance Programme, offering free 24/7 support + counselling and advice
Potential to work across other Compton charity clients.
Applications and Interviews
Applications will only be accepted via Charity Job.
Interviews will be held w/c 15 December 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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£35,000 pro rata = £28,000 per year for 30 hours per week.
Living Sport’s aim across Cambridgeshire & Peterborough is
“To improve health, happiness and wellbeing by supporting people to be active”.
We do this by increasing opportunities to be active and participate in sport and physical activity throughout Cambridgeshire & Peterborough. We work by connecting, influencing, developing people and organisations to deliver high quality events and activities across local communities.
We are entering an exciting new phase of growth, and we are looking for a passionate and strategic Fundraising and Partnerships Lead to help us secure the resources we need to expand our impact.
As our Fundraising and Partnerships Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving Living Sport’s income generation strategy. You will lead on developing and managing relationships with funders, writing compelling bids and growing support from trusts and foundations, corporate partners and CSR programmes.
Fundraising and Partnerships Lead
Location: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Salary: £35,000 pro rata
Terms: 30 Hours per week
Permanent
Key Responsibilities
· Lead on fundraising strategy implementation with a focus on trusts and foundations, corporate giving and CSR.
· Identify, research and secure funding opportunities, developing high quality bids and proposals.
· Build and maintain excellent relationships with funders and partners.
· Develop engaging corporate partnerships, connecting businesses with meaningful opportunities to support physical activity initiatives.
· Monitor funding pipelines and income targets, providing regular progress updates and insights to the leadership team.
About You
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Experienced fundraiser who thrives on building relationships and crafting compelling stories for support.
- Proven track record of securing income from trusts, foundations and corporate partners.
- Strong bid writing and story telling skills, with the ability to translate complex projects into engaging proposals.
- Excellent relationship management and funder stewardship experience.
- Understanding of CSR and corporate fundraising, and how businesses can support social impact initiatives.
- Experience in charity, health or sport sectors.
- Are flexible and willing to work evenings/weekends when needed.
- Have a full UK driving licence and access to transport
As a high energy and ambitious team, we are looking for a colleague who will help us meet our aims, who lives our values and culture. We believe in empowering our staff and work based on trust and respect in a supportive environment.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including hybrid working and a commitment to health and wellbeing for our team as well as a positive culture. We offer:
· Enrolment to the Health Shield Health Scheme including health cash plans and wellbeing services
· Cycle to work scheme
· Access to a pension scheme
· Hybrid working – staff are expected to work at the office twice a week
· Annual leave (25 days pro rata) plus bank holidays and an additional 3 days between Christmas and New Year
· Volunteer Day – an additional day of paid leave each year to volunteer in the local community
We are proud to be one of 41 Active Partnerships across the country funded by Sport England – join us on a positive journey to impact change in the communities we serve.
Living Sport is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults participating in sports and physical activity from harm. For further information please consult the Living Sport website.
As part of our commitment to providing a safe environment for children, young people and adults at risk, applicants should be aware that this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Criminal Record Check.
Please submit a covering letter explaining why you are the best person for the role against the attached JD and Person Spec and an up to date and detailed CV that covers all work to date including relevant role-related experience and/or qualifications and any gaps in employment.
Fundraising, fundraiser, charity, income generation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £35,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 30 per week
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saint Ives PE27 4AA
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The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a prominent national charity on a fantastic Corporate Partnerships – New Business Lead position. This is a pivotal leadership role within the Relationship Fundraising team — one that blends strategy, innovation, and purpose.
About the Role
As the Corporate Partnerships - New Business Lead, you will:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing team of three to deliver transformational corporate partnerships.
- Develop and deliver a bold new business strategy to grow income.
- Identify, negotiate, and secure six- and seven-figure partnerships.
- Build a robust, strategically aligned pipeline of corporate prospects.
- Work collaboratively with Partnership Management, Philanthropy, Trusts, and Institutional teams to drive team culture and seamless partner experience.
- Contribute to organisational projects and innovations that attract new corporate funding and deliver measurable impact.
About You
You’re a confident leader with a track record of winning high-value corporate partnerships and driving growth through creativity and collaboration. You’ll bring:
- Proven experience in securing six and seven-figure corporate partnerships.
- Strong leadership and line management skills, with a passion for developing others.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
- Experience in setting and managing income and expenditure budgets.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and financial reporting skills.
What’s on Offer
· Location: London (Hybrid)
· Salary: circa £55,000
· Contract: Permanent, 4 or 5 days/week
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
Eden Brown Charities is delighted to be partnering exclusively with the wonderful Groundwork UK to appoint them a Fundraising Manager on a 12 Month Maternity Contract.
Groundwork takes practical action to create a fair and green future in which people, places, and nature thrive.
They support local communities and businesses to build capacity and resilience as this is vital if they are to tackle hardship, achieve a just transition to net-zero and help nature recover in a way that reduces inequality and leads to better work and healthier, happier lives.
About the Role
As the Fundraising Manager you will drive forward Groundwork UK's fundraising strategy to grow income through a variety of audiences - including charity of the year partnerships, trusts and foundations, major donors, and the wider public.
You will maintain and grow relationships with existing donors through careful stewardship in addition to building networks of new supporters, working collaboratively across the organisation and particularly with the Corporate Partnerships Manager and the rest of the Fundraising and Partnerships team. You will scope out opportunities, write funding proposals, and develop and manage a pipeline of prospects, actively fundraising to maximise stakeholder relationships and meet Groundwork's fundraising targets. You will also lead a small team.
About you
You must have had experience in Fundraising with a demonstrable experience of working widely across fundraising disciplines including individual giving, charity of the year partnerships, trusts and foundations and staff fundraising. You will have experience of growing Fundraising income streams with a focus on individual giving, legacies, major donors. You will also have led a fundraising team and volunteers.
This is a Hybrid Role with 1 - 2 days working in Central Birmingham. Please note that the closing date is 30th November with interviews taking place on the 5th December. Please call Laura Iliff for more information on this wonderful opportunity on 07442607841.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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Home-Merton is seeking an inspiring and strategic Director to lead our trusted local charity through its next stage of growth and innovation.
This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible difference for children and families — by strengthening our community presence, driving income generation, and ensuring every child gets the best possible start in life.
About Home-Start Merton – Making a difference to young families
We believe strong families make strong communities.
Our trained volunteers provide emotional and practical support to parents of young children, helping them navigate the challenges of early childhood and family life.
Operating across London borough of Merton, we are a small but vibrant, values-driven charity and part of the wider Home-Start network — one of the UK’s leading family support movements.
Our Charity Director Role
As Director, you’ll be both strategic leader and hands-on advocate, driving our fundraising and partnership agenda while overseeing operational excellence.
You’ll lead our talented team of employees, work closely with trustees, and represent our charity with energy and passion — ensuring we remain a visible and trusted voice for families across Merton.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire staff and volunteers to deliver high-impact family support services.
- Oversee service delivery, safeguarding, and operational compliance.
- Develop and implement a bold, diversified fundraising and income generation strategy.
- Build and nurture relationships with funders, corporates, philanthropists, and community partners.
- Act as a confident ambassador, raising the organisation’s profile locally and regionally.
- Work closely with the Board of Trustees on governance, strategy, and long-term sustainability.
About You
You are:
- Experienced in charity governance, financial management, and service delivery.
- A proven fundraiser and relationship builder who can secure sustainable income across multiple sources.
- A confident and inclusive leader who inspires and empowers teams.
- Skilled in partnership development and community engagement.
- Deeply committed to safeguarding, equality, and family wellbeing.
Why Join Us?
- Lead one of London’s most respected family charities.
- Shape our strategy for growth and sustainability.
- Join a passionate, values-led team and supportive board.
- Enjoy flexible, hybrid working.
How to Apply
If you meet most but not all of our criteria and are passionate about giving children the best start in life we'd still like to hear from you.
Apply via CharityJob or reach out to our Chair for an informal conversation.
Closing Date: Friday 12 December 2025
Home-Start Merton is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Saint Agnes, Cornwall (Hybrid) (Ideally 2 days a week, but if this doesn't work, lets have a conversation)
Salary: £39,663 – £46,782 per year
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is seeking a Senior Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to lead our major gift fundraising programme, securing transformational support for our mission to protect the UK’s oceans, beaches, and marine wildlife. This is a pivotal role within our fundraising team, with responsibility for major donors alongside Trust & Foundation and corporate fundraising.
You’ll join a talented and ambitious team of fundraisers, managing a team of three, and work closely with the Director of Fundraising to develop strategies that inspire donors and secure long-term support.
What the role involves
- Lead SAS’s major gift fundraising programme, managing a portfolio with a primary focus on gifts of £100,000 .
- Develop and maintain Trust & Foundation and corporate relationships, ensuring excellent stewardship and maximising support.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of fundraisers, fostering talent, collaboration, and high performance.
- Work collaboratively with internal colleagues to translate SAS’s campaigns and impact into compelling proposals, donor communications, and reports.
- Oversee income and expenditure budgets, track KPIs, and report on performance.
- Thrive in a nimble campaigning organisation, adapting strategies to achieve ambitious fundraising targets.
Who we’re looking for
- Experience in major gift fundraising, with a record of securing transformational donations.
- Experience in trust & foundation and corporate fundraising.
- Great leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coach and develop a high-performing team.
- Excellent communicator and influencer, able to engage donors, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels.
- Solutions-focused, outcomes-driven, and adaptable, thriving in a fast-moving, campaigning environment.
Hybrid working arrangements
This role is based in Saint Agnes, Cornwall, with a hybrid working model: two days a week in the office, but if this doesn't work for but you think you'd be excellent in this role lets have a chat.
Why join us?
You’ll play a central role in growing SAS’s philanthropy programme, leading a high-performing team, and making a tangible impact on the environment. We are a transparent, ambitious, and outcomes-focused organisation, where your leadership and expertise will be valued and supported.
Closing date: 20 November 2025
How to apply: Please submit your CV to express your interest and we will arrange a conversation ahead of preparing a cover letter.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Head of Fundraising and Partnerships
Salary: £46,000 - £50,000 per annum
Location: London
Our client is on a mission to tackle the high unemployment rate among adults with learning disabilities. Through their year-long traineeship programme, they equip participants with vital skills to become skilled baristas and expert café assistants, or to develop their capabilities as office managers and assistants. They are seeking an enthusiastic and engaged individual who has the passion and experience to drive their business forward.
As their very first Head of Fundraising and Partnerships, you will spearhead their strategy to generate the income necessary for maintaining their success and expanding their reach across London. They require an accomplished fundraiser with a proven background in implementing and delivering successful fundraising strategies, securing corporate sponsorships, and managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals, grant holders, and trustees. You will be working closely alongside their CEO, who has been actively leading the fundraising efforts until now.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- A strategic thinker with experience in creating and delivering successful fundraising strategies
- Excellent relationship-building skills and a proven track record in securing funding from trusts and foundations
- Strong organisational and project management abilities to navigate and coordinate fundraising activities across teams
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, able to engage diverse stakeholders effectively
- A proactive, results-driven mindset capable of adapting to a fast-paced environment
- Proven experience in fundraising, partnership management, or business development
- A genuine passion for supporting individuals within the disability community
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a strategic fundraising outreach plan to build a sustainable pipeline of potential donors and partners
- Identify, cultivate, and secure significant funding from trusts, foundations, and major donors
- Design and deliver a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns with the organisation's programme ambitions
- Build on established relationships with HNWIs and corporate partners while expanding engagement opportunities
- Manage the marketing team to ensure successful execution of campaigns aligned with fundraising goals
Our client prides themselves on cultivating an inclusive culture where every individual feels valued and respected. They encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to help ensure that their team reflects the communities they serve.
To apply, please email your CV. Join them in making a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with learning disabilities!
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This is a National Role, Home Based/Hybrid. Travel will be required across England.
Full time, permanent (part time/condensed hours would be considered).
This newly created role will lead on exploring new markets, creating strategic connections and identifying opportunities – working to increase the reach of Phoenix Futures. You will champion innovation and demonstrate the measurable impact of our services on people’s lives.
Phoenix Futures and The Role
The Phoenix Futures Group has more than 50 years’ experience delivering pioneering psychosocial treatment services. We believe in being the best, which means constantly learning, innovating, and collaborating with partners who share our vision.
As Head of Strategy and Partnerships, you will be a visible leader across health and social care settings, building influential networks and unlocking new opportunities. This senior leadership role will work cross-functionally to expand our reach across the UK, ensuring our services reach more people who need them.
You will design and deliver strategic growth plans, working closely with operational experts to identify emerging needs, secure new funding streams, and adapt our solutions to new contexts. Your success will be measured by increased reach, new partnerships, and sustainable growth.
About You
Reporting directly to the Director of Strategic Initiatives, you will:
- Be a growth-focused leader with a proven track record of opening new markets and driving expansion.
- Have experience in strategic implementation and scaling services across the UK.
- Demonstrate extensive experience in building networks and creating collaborative partnerships within health and social care.
- Understand psychosocial treatment models and how they can be adapted to diverse needs and settings.
- Be skilled at interpreting research and data to communicate impact and value in compelling ways.
A detailed job description (role profile) and person specification can be found attached.
Benefits
- A salary of £56,500 + 8.5% PRP
- Committed to providing a Real Living Wage for you, through accreditation with the Living Wage Foundation
- 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing each year to a maximum of 30 days)
- Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance
- Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities
- Continuous training and career development via PXL our dedicated learning management system
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access
- A rewarding role with the opportunity to help us support people on their journey to recovery and change their lives for the better.
- We’ll ensure you get all the support you need to thrive and succeed in your role and find your place amongst our incredible and collaborative team.
We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and believe it is important to include people with lived experience to ensure the needs of the people we support are represented. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone is free to be themselves and we ensure equity of opportunity.
We use our expertise to support people in their personal recovery and to improve their lives.

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