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Fundraisng Manager (Major Gifts)

Surrey Permanent View Job Description
Are you an ambitious fundraiser who thrives on building relationships and connecting supporters with opportunities to make a real difference?
  • Shape transformational giving. Build meaningful relationships.
  • Hybrid working 1 day in the office

About Our Client

We're looking for a Philanthropy Manager to play a pivotal role in growing our major gifts programme. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with philanthropists, trusts, foundations who share our commitment to advancing education and research.

Job Description



This is more than a fundraising role.

You'll have the opportunity to:

  • Build relationships with donors who want to make a genuine difference.
  • Create compelling funding opportunities that change lives and support innovation.
  • Work closely with senior leaders and academics across the University.
  • Develop and grow a pipeline of high-value supporters.
  • See first-hand the impact of the funding you help secure.
  • Shape the future of our major gifts programme.

The Successful Applicant



We're looking for someone who is naturally curious, relationship-focused and motivated by achieving meaningful outcomes.

You may already be working in major donor fundraising, trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships or a similar relationship-led role.

You'll bring:

  • A track record of building and managing successful stakeholder relationships.
  • Strong influencing and networking skills.
  • The ability to identify opportunities and turn them into successful partnerships.
  • Excellent communication and proposal-writing skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied portfolio.
  • A collaborative approach and confidence working with senior stakeholders.



Most importantly, you'll be passionate about connecting people with causes and opportunities that matter.

What's on Offer



In return, you'll benefit from:

  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
  • Excellent professional development opportunities.
  • A supportive and collaborative working culture.
  • The opportunity to work on projects with genuine social impact.
  • A competitive salary up to £46,000
  • A chance to help shape the future of a respected and successful institution.
  • 40 days holiday
Contact
Naomi Morgan
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7059523
Phone number
+44 1932 264 114

Job summary

Job function
Marketing & Agency
Subsector
Public Sector & Not-For-Profit
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Surrey
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Naomi Morgan
Consultant phone
+44 1932 264 114
Job reference
JN-072026-7059523