The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

5 job(s) at The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity

The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
May 21, 2026
Full time
Senior PR and Communications Manager The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity Location: Chelsea, London (Hybrid working, two office days) Salary: £51,000 Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week) The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity exists to transform the lives of people affected by cancer. We fund world-leading research, state-of-the-art equipment and exceptional patient environments, ensuring The Royal Marsden can continue to deliver outstanding care and develop pioneering treatments used across the UK and beyond. Following significant growth and the successful £70m Oak Cancer Centre Appeal, we are now delivering our most ambitious strategy yet - raising at least £215m over five years, including a major new development in Chelsea. About the Role We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior PR and Communications Manager to lead our PR and Communications function and play a key role in raising the Charity s profile as a global leader in cancer research funding. You will lead the development and delivery of a proactive and reactive PR and communications strategy that enhances our reputation, drives awareness, and supports fundraising across all income streams. Managing a small team, you will work collaboratively across the Charity and hospital to identify compelling stories from groundbreaking research to powerful patient and supporter experiences and bring them to life across regional, national and sector media. What You ll Be Doing Strategic Leadership Deliver the Charity s PR and communications strategy to increase visibility, reputation and engagement Manage and develop the PR and Communications team, ensuring high-quality, impactful output Track and report on media performance, coverage and KPIs. Media Relations & Reputation Management Develop strong relationships with national, regional and specialist media Lead proactive media engagement, including story sell-in, press releases and media briefings Manage reactive communications, including handling sensitive issues and advising on messaging Identify opportunities to position senior leaders as thought leaders within the sector. Content and Storytelling Oversee the development of high-quality, compelling content that showcases the Charity s impact Lead on the production of the Charity s supporter magazine Progress and key publications, including Annual and Impact Reports Work closely with clinical teams, patients and supporters to source authentic, engaging stories. Campaigns and Partnerships Lead PR activity for flagship campaigns and events, including The Banham Marsden March, Celebrate a Life, and the Ever After Garden Support major fundraising initiatives, corporate partnerships and new product launches Collaborate with Marketing and Digital teams to maximise reach across channels. Stakeholder Engagement Build strong relationships across the Charity, hospital and external partners Work closely with clinical teams, senior leadership, and celebrity/VIP stakeholders to maximise appropriate PR opportunities Ensure consistent and accurate representation of the Charity s brand and messaging. About You We are looking for a confident and strategic communications leader with strong charity sector experience. You will bring: Significant experience in PR and communications within the charity sector A proven track record of delivering impactful PR strategies and campaigns Strong media relations expertise, including handling complex and sensitive issues Experience of managing and developing high-performing teams Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills Experience producing publications such as annual reports or magazines Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Desirable: Knowledge of the NHS or healthcare environment Professional qualifications in journalism or communications Experience working with VIP or celebrity engagement. Why Join Us Play a pivotal role in a high-impact charity making a real difference to cancer patients around the world Work with leading clinicians, researchers and inspiring patient stories Be part of an ambitious organisation at a critical stage of growth Lead high-profile campaigns with national reach. Benefits Hybrid working between home and Chelsea with occasional travel to Sutton Flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm 27 days annual leave rising with length of service Up to 6% employer contributions subject to matched contribution from you (increasing with length of service) Training, support and development opportunities Access to the blue light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities Access to subsidised staff restaurants, on-site yoga and wellbeing classes, staff choir and much more Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes Our Commitment to Inclusion We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to ensuring equitable opportunities for all.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
May 18, 2026
Full time
Why join us? We re a values-driven charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious and kind team, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development. About the Digital Officer role: The Digital Officer is a key member of the Marketing and Digital team. We are a friendly, creative, and supportive team, responsible for raising awareness and growing the brand of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, as well as our website, email, social, direct mail, paid advertising and more. This is a particularly exciting time to join our growing team as we shape and improve the charity s digital approach and prepare to launch a new large-scale capital fundraising appeal. As Digital Officer you'll work closely with the team and with fundraising teams across the organisation. You will be a key player in maintaining and improving the charity s digital presence, focussing on website management and web content, keeping our supporters and audiences at the heart of everything you do. What you ll be doing Supporting the day-to-day management and optimisation of our website and fundraising microsites Working with teams across the charity to deliver impactful digital content and fundraising appeals Writing deliver engaging, accessible and optimised digital article content to support fundraising activities and key charity objectives. Working with the wider digital team to embed and promote digital best practices and deliver training to build digital skills across the organisation Managing multiple projects and priorities effectively to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of digital work. Supporting with performance measurement and reporting on content and campaign performance using analytics tools. About you The successful candidate will need: Professional experience using CMS (Content Management Systems) and knowledge of website management, on-page and technical SEO and digital best practice. Knowledge of UX is desirable but not essential. Experience using data tools, such as Google Analytics for reporting and identifying actionable insights. Excellent copywriting, editorial and proofreading skills. Experience in writing for the web or digital channels and creating content tailored to a variety of audiences. Ability to communicate, work collaboratively and build good working relationships. Strong organisational skills with the ability to work proactively and manage multiple projects concurrently. The following are beneficial but not essential: Experience of digital collaboration and project management tools like Trello, MS teams or JIRA. Experience in a similar role within a complex organisation, charity, or health/science organisation. Experience of working with contractors, agencies, and freelancers. Qualifications, training or demonstrable experience in digital publishing, digital marketing, Google Analytics, SEO, UX, copy writing or similar. If this sounds like you, we d love to hear from you! What we offer Hybrid working between home and Chelsea with occasional travel to Sutton Flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm 27 days annual leave rising with length of service Up to 6% employer contributions subject to matched contribution from you (increasing with length of service) Training, support and development opportunities Access to the blue light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities Access to subsidised staff restaurants, on-site yoga and wellbeing classes, staff choir and much more Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes Inclusion matters We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
May 15, 2026
Full time
As the Senior Philanthropy Executive, Trusts, you ll be at the heart of our trust fundraising programme. You will build and nurture relationships with both new and existing trust and foundation supporters, and work closely with our clinical teams to bring powerful, compelling projects to life through outstanding proposals. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone currently working in an entry-level Trusts and Foundations fundraising role who is ready to take the next step in their career and really make an impact. As part of a high-performing and ambitious team, the Senior Philanthropy Executive, Trusts role offers the chance to play a pivotal part in driving our success and helping us achieve our bold ambitions. What you ll be doing Your responsibilities will include: Managing and growing a portfolio of Trusts and Foundations, comprised of existing supporters and potential prospects in order to deliver sustainable income growth. Building and maintaining strong relationships with Trusts and Foundations, leading cultivation and solicitation strategies to secure five-figure donations and long-term support. Researching and identifying new funding opportunities which align with our organisational funding priorities. Creating compelling, clear and high-quality funding applications and cases for support to engage and inspire prospective donors Delivering excellent stewardship and reporting for Trust and Foundations in your portfolio, keeping them informed and engaged with the work of the Charity and The Royal Marsden Planning and delivering targeted fundraising communications and mailings to groups of Trusts and Foundations, providing consistent, high-quality updates aligned to priority funding themes and organisational objectives. About you To be suitable for this role you will need: Experience identifying and researching trust and foundation funders Experience developing relationships with funders Experience creating exceptional written materials to engage prospective and current donors Experience securing and stewarding five-figure+ donations from Trusts and Foundations An interest in cancer and health issues Why join us? We are a values-driven Charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious and supportive team, offering plenty of opportunities for learning and development. What we offer Competitive salary of £35,000-£37,000 Hybrid working between home and Chelsea with occasional travel to Sutton Flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm 27 days annual leave rising with length of service Training, support and development opportunities Generous pension scheme with up to 6% contributions (rising to 8% with length of service) and a life assurance scheme Access to the Blue Light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes Opportunities for training and career development Inclusion matters We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we d love to hear from you. How to apply On CharityJob, please send a CV and cover letter of no more than two pages, setting out how you meet the criteria in the person specification of the job description by 23:30 on Sunday 31 May 2026. Interviews will be held 10-12 June.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
May 12, 2026
Full time
Following an internal promotion, we are looking for our next Senior Special Events Executive to join our high performing Special Events team. Together, the team delivers a range of special events which raises vital funds to save the lives of people with cancer, including: Recital 4 Research, an opera recital and reception; The Royal Marsden Cup, our annual golf day; and the Ever After Garden, our flagship and high profile annual remembrance garden in Chelsea, which last year was visited by HRH The Princess of Wales and over 190,000 visitors In this role you will help deliver our portfolio of events, which will include: coordinating speakers, liaising with suppliers, managing senior volunteers, supporting in donor meetings, securing high value auction and raffle prizes, and writing donor communications. Your support will ensure that as a team we deliver outstanding donor experiences and event outcomes. You will be joining us at an exciting time as we seek to grow our portfolio and deliver income growth from high value fundraising committees and special events. About you You will have a passion for relationship building and a proven track record in delivering events, ideally with the purpose of raising funds. You will be ambitious and proactive, and relish the opportunity to support the Charity to achieve its goals. Why join us? We are a values-driven Charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious and supportive team, offering plenty of opportunities for learning and development. What we offer Competitive salary of £33,000-£35,000 Hybrid working between home and Chelsea with occasional travel to Sutton Flexible working around our core hours of 10am to 4pm 27 days annual leave rising with length of service Training, support and development opportunities Generous pension scheme with up to 6% contributions (rising to 8% with length of service) and a life assurance scheme Access to the Blue Light discount scheme and other discounts opportunities Range of wellbeing initiatives including access to an employee assistance programme designed to save money and improve your physical, financial and mental health and wellbeing, access to free online GP appointments and free eye tests and contribution towards any glasses required for work purposes Opportunities for training and career development Inclusion matters We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we d love to hear from you.
The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity
May 11, 2026
Full time
About the role We re looking for a highly motivated Legacy Stewardship Manager to play a crucial role in growing and protecting our future income by delivering outstanding experiences for our legacy supporters. The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity raises funds to save the lives of people with cancer, everywhere. We ensure our nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world. We are a very ambitious organisation which has gone through transformational growth over the past five years. The opportunity This is a fantastic time to join our ambitious Legacy team as we seek to develop and grow our successful programme. As Legacy Stewardship Manager, you ll lead the development and delivery of a best in class stewardship programme, combining personalised one to one relationships with high quality multi channel communications. Your work will deepen engagement, build long-term loyalty, and help inspire future gifts that will help support breakthroughs in cancer research for generations to come. What you ll do Develop and deliver a high-quality, multichannel Gifts in Wills stewardship programme Build meaningful, long-lasting relationships with legacy supporters through personalised stewardship Work in collaboration with colleagues in the Philanthropy team to realise opportunities for raising awareness of gifts in Wills with our major donors Build close relationships with other fundraising teams to identify and reach new supporters, to engage and inspire with the impact of gifts in Wills, providing appropriate messaging. Support the delivery of bespoke events and recognition opportunities for pledgers and legators About you You ll be an experienced, confident relationship manager with a strong background in charity fundraising ideally in legacies or supporter stewardship. You ll bring: Proven success delivering stewardship programmes and one to one supporter relationships Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for warm, compelling copy Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with care and attention Sensitivity, empathy and confidence when communicating with supporters, including bereaved donors Why join us? We re a values-driven charity committed to saving lives by funding world-leading research, treatment, and care at The Royal Marsden. You ll be part of a collaborative, ambitious, and supportive team, with plenty of opportunities for learning and development. What we offer 27 days annual leave + bank holidays Generous pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution Flexible working options Life insurance, employee assistance programme, and more Bright, modern offices in Chelsea and Sutton with subsidised canteens Inclusion matters We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and walks of life. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we d love to hear from you.