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Director of Development Contract: Permanent Function/Team: Development Location: London, UK Hours: Full time, inclusive of breaks Reporting to: CEO Salary: £54,649 - £61,726 STOP THE TRAFFIK prevents vulnerable communities from being recruited, trafficked, and exploited. Our targeted prevention efforts disrupt the criminal business of human trafficking, making it too high-risk and low-profit to be viable. As a core member of the Executive Team, the Director of Development will lead on organisational income generation and operational development. Working closely with the CEO, Presidents, this role will oversee all fundraising, partnerships, communications, and internal operations, ensuring STT is financially strong, strategically aligned, and operationally effective. Leadership & Team Management Work closely with the CEO to deliver the organisation s strategic plan, focusing on sustainable growth, financial health, and operational excellence. Work with the Presidents to grow funding and pro-bono support to scale organisational capacity for impact. Create and deliver a three-year development strategy, with a focus on diverse and sustainable income. Line manage and lead head of, manager, and project officer roles. Fundraising & Partnerships Provide strategic advice to the Head of Development & Communications. Support on the management of our STT Prevention Ambassador Network, which should generate philanthropy and donation opportunities. Identify new strategic partnerships and funders to nurture, with a focus on growing our philanthropy stream. Oversee and grow income across trusts and foundations, philanthropy, individual giving, and corporate partnerships. Finance Oversee financial strategy and operations, ensuring sound financial management withregular reporting to Senior Leadership and the Board of Trustees. Oversee budgeting and financial planning with support from manager roles and Oasis Charitable Trust. Communications & Brand Oversee our brand and storytelling, ensuring a consistent, impactful voice across audiences. Support external representation of STOP THE TRAFFIK, including speaking engagements, donor presentations, and media opportunities. Governance & Impact Measurement Support the CEO and Board of Trustees through accurate reporting and transparent communication on performance. Manage the Senior Leadership Team meetings ensuring alignment to strategy. Lead cross-organisational improvement projects to strengthen operational efficiency and impact measurement. Lead how we measure our prevention-focused impact, strengthening our theory of change, monitoring & evaluation processes, and overseeing our annual impact report with support from our Communications Managers. Benefits: A friendly, supportive team environment. Opportunities to collaborate with global partners and experts. Autonomy to take initiative and propose process improvements. Access to a healthcare cash benefit scheme (including partner/children coverage). Corporate eye-care scheme. Life insurance. Non-contributory Group Personal Pension Scheme (7% employer contribution). 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing to 33 days with service). Cycle to Work scheme. Season Ticket Loan. Option to switch 2 bank holidays to suit personal needs. Flexible working policy reflecting staff needs. In-house and external training opportunities. Further details about STOP THE TRAFFIK can be found on our website. If you have the relevant experience, are highly resourceful, adaptable, pro-active, and a critical thinker able to work in a fast-paced environment, please send a CV and brief cover letter (both as pdf format) that evidences your ability to be successful in this role . Only applications sent via email will be considered to ensure an equitable review process. We will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews for this role on a rolling basis. We cannot sponsor applicants at this time. Registered Charity No.

Reporting to: Head of Business Development Direct reports: None Location of work: Home based in Scotland. This post holder will be based at home with regular travel across Scotland. The role will involve some irregular travel across the rest of the UK. Travel expenses will be paid in line with our Travel Expenses Policy. Contract type: Full-time, 35 hours per week, flexible hours may be considered. The role may require occasional evening and weekend work Contract Length: Permanent Salary: £37,500 BACKGROUND The latest research suggests that 2.7 million children are at risk of hunger, meaning one in five children don t have enough to eat. When a child is too hungry to learn, they struggle to concentrate, absorb information, and manage their emotions, causing them to fall behind in their studies. Magic Breakfast provides a nutritious breakfast to over 300,000 children and young people every school day. We work with schools in areas of high disadvantage, helping staff target the children most in need without barrier or stigma. We are now at an exciting point in our journey as we launch Nourishing Futures, our long-term strategy, which capitalises on market changes and government commitments to scale our work, while redefining breakfast spaces not just as places to eat, but as places to thrive. To support the delivery of this strategy, we are evolving our Business Development function and creating a new Business Development Manager Scotland role. This role will unlock opportunities in Scotland across public funding, trusts, foundations, philanthropy and partnerships, ensuring Magic Breakfast grows its income sustainably across devolved nations. JOB PURPOSE The Business Development Manager Scotland will drive income growth and strategic partnerships in Scotland. Reporting to the Head of Business Development, this role will take a lead in developing both public funded income and philanthropic support (trusts, high-net-worth individuals and corporate partnerships). The postholder will work closely with the Head of Major Giving (Trusts & Philanthropy) and Head of Partnerships in England to ensure joined-up approaches, while developing extensive networks and relationships across Scotland s funding and commissioning landscape. This role is both externally focused cultivating relationships with commissioners, funders, and partners and internally collaborative, aligning with colleagues across Magic Breakfast to maximise opportunities and deliver against the organisation s strategic plan. Key responsibilities: Leadership and Strategy With support from the Head of Business Development, lead the development and delivery of the Scotland Business Development and Fundraising Strategy, ensuring alignment with Magic Breakfast s UK-wide income priorities, wider organisational strategy, and any Scotland-specific plans across Service Delivery and Policy & Engagement. Act as the lead advisor on business development in Scotland, providing insight, guidance and recommendations on market trends, risks and opportunities. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities across public and philanthropic income streams, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting. Public Funding Identify and secure public funded service contracts in Scotland, particularly with local authorities, education commissioners, and government departments. Work with the Policy and Engagement team to develop opportunities with national and regional agencies (e.g. Public Health Scotland, NHS boards, Integrated Joint Boards, Community Planning Partnerships) to embed breakfast provision into wider public health, wellbeing and education strategies. Engage with local authority frameworks, grants and tendering processes, positioning Magic Breakfast as a trusted delivery partner for both statutory and discretionary funding streams. Build strong partnerships with consortia, third sector networks, and intermediary bodies to access collaborative commissioning opportunities and joint delivery models. Monitor and respond proactively to changes in the Scottish Government s commissioning priorities (e.g. child poverty, attainment challenge, early years and family support, wellbeing economy), aligning proposals with policy drivers. Lead the preparation of tenders, bids and commissioned service proposals, ensuring they are compelling, evidence-led and costed appropriately to reflect the value of Magic Breakfast s offer. Ensure clear processes for the qualification, negotiation, contracting and reporting of income agreements, working closely with Finance, Service Delivery and Policy colleagues. Collaborate closely with the Business Development Manager responsible for public funded income in England and Wales to ensure a joined-up UK-wide approach to opportunities, share intelligence on successful models, avoid duplication of effort, and apply lessons learned from to maximise income growth. Align Scotland s approach with national frameworks, campaigns, and strategic priorities, ensuring that proposals, tenders, and partnerships complement work happening in other devolved nations. Explore blended income opportunities, integrating public funded income with potential corporate partnerships or philanthropic support to maximise funding and sustainability. Philanthropy and Partnerships Develop and manage a pipeline and portfolio of Scottish-based trusts, foundations, family foundations, high-net-worth individuals (HNWI), and philanthropists, including those with devolved nation-specific remits. This will include working closely with the Prospect Research Manager and Major Giving colleagues to identify and qualify new opportunities, and to re-engage lapsed supporters in Scotland, Take responsibility for cultivating relationships, preparing compelling cases for support, and personally soliciting major gifts (five- and six-figure level), securing multi-year, transformational commitments. Work collaboratively with the Major Givings Leads and the Head of Major Giving to integrate Scottish funders into the UK-wide prospecting and stewardship framework, maximising opportunities for uplift and avoiding siloed engagement. Deliver high-quality, values-driven donor journeys for Scottish prospects and supporters, including bespoke engagement opportunities such as school visits, events, and briefings that connect funders directly with impact. Build relationships with corporates headquartered or operating in Scotland, coordinating with the Head of Partnerships to ensure Scottish corporate engagement complements and aligns national partnerships, avoid duplication, and develop bespoke proposals and stewardship plans where appropriate. Contribute to the design and delivery of fundraising campaigns or initiatives with a Scottish focus, ensuring they complement national activity and align with the organisational fundraising strategy. Collaborate with the Prospect Research Manager and Major Giving colleagues to identify and qualify new opportunities, and to re-engage lapsed supporters in Scotland, Represent Magic Breakfast externally within Scotland s philanthropy and fundraising networks (e.g. Scotland Fundraising Conference, Association of Charitable Foundations Scotland, SCVO events), raising profile and building new connections. Collaboration and Internal Contribution Work closely with colleagues across the wider fundraising department to ensure Scottish funders and opportunities are aligned with team specific strategies and the overall fundraising goals and objectives Share intelligence and relationships with colleagues in England to strengthen organisational-wide fundraising and business development. Collaborate with Policy & Engagement colleagues to ensure business development opportunities are aligned with advocacy and campaigning priorities. Contribute to a culture of openness, collaboration and innovation across the Business Development team. Financial Processes, Reporting and Compliance Contribute to business development planning, budgeting and forecasting processes, highlighting risks and opportunities to income. Ensure accurate recording of pipelines, income and activity in Salesforce, with robust monitoring and reporting. Ensure all donor and organisational reporting requirements are met and high-quality reports are delivered in a timely manner. Ensure all activity is compliant with ethical fundraising standards, safeguarding, GDPR and Magic Breakfast s policies. PERSONAL SPECIFICATION: Knowledge and Experience Strong knowledge of the Scottish funding and commissioning landscape, including key trusts, foundations, government bodies and corporate networks. Excellent practical understanding of procurement rules and policies as well as tender and budget cycles. Proven track record of developing and delivering income growth from a variety of sources, including public funding, philanthropy and partnerships. Demonstrable experience of managing the full fundraising pipeline from prospect research and qualification, through cultivation and solicitation, to long-term stewardship and renewal. Hands-on experience of securing and soliciting significant gifts (five- and six-figure level) from high-net-worth individuals, trusts and foundations, with evidence of personally closing gifts at this scale. . click apply for full job details

. Senior Strategy Manager £57,000 - £67,000 plus Reports to: Head of Strategy Location: Stratford, London Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office) We are looking for a Senior Strategy Manager to join our small, high-performing in-house Strategy Team. Cancer Research UK is the world's largest independentcancer researchorganisation, with 4000+ staff bringing in £700m+ revenue through a world-class fundraising and philanthropy operation and a network of 500+ shops. Our income enables us to fund scientific research through a network of 4000+ scientists, 90 research institutions and global partnerships. We also use evidence to influence public policy and to provide information to patients. Through our commercial arm - Cancer Research Horizons - we invest and partner to take scientific breakthroughs fromthe lab to the bedside, translating them into effective treatments and diagnostics for cancer patients. This role is not suitable for general project managers or those without direct experience in shaping business strategy at an organisational level. Lead, own, and manage high-impact strategy projects, from initial scoping, defining the approach, through to recommendations and decisions. Identify and frame key strategic questions, simplify complexity, and break down problems to generate new insights and drive actionable decisions. Navigate and balance multiple senior stakeholders' perspectives, pushing back when needed, to achieve the best outcomes for CRUK. Influence - without direct line management - by working in partnership and collaboration with stakeholders across the organisation Operate at pace in a dynamic environment, managing scope, resources, competing priorities and your own workload, across multiple projects. Conduct rigorous qualitative and quantitative analysis to explore complex strategic issues and support evidence-based decision-making. Bring external insight - from market trends, partners, competitors, and people affected by cancer - to inform strategic choices and direction. Coach and support Strategy Managers and other colleagues across CRUK to build strategic capability, navigate ambiguity, and unblock delivery challenges. Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enable effective strategy development and execution.This is a high-impact, high-visibility role, which requires strategic leadership, intellectual agility, and the ability to simplify complexity and drive clarity in ambiguous environments. As one of three Senior Strategy Managers in the team, you will lead major strategy projects, working directly with Executive Directors and Trustees. We are seeking candidates with substantial strategy experience either in top-tier management consultancy or in-house strategy teams, who have led complex, cross-organisational projects and worked directly with senior executives and board members. In return you'll have the opportunity to shape decisions that influence how Cancer Research UK invests, grows, and evolves - across areas as diverse as scientific research, fundraising, retail, commercial ventures, and organisational design.You'll be motivated by our mission and excited to work across the full breadth of what Cancer Research UK does. Experience in fundraising, life sciences, healthcare or not-for-profits is a plus.Proven experience leading and delivering organisational strategy projects at pace - from defining the scope to driving decisions and transitioning to delivery.Breadth of cross-organisational experience and project types (e.g. long-term strategy, reviewing a major part of the business, strategic options assessment to drive growth, organisation design).Ability to draw on deep personal experience to tackle new and complex strategic challenges, think creatively, and proactively define effective approaches to deliver the work.Excellent communication and presentation skills - able to distil complexity into clear, actionable insight that enables major organisational decisions.A collaborative team player who can lead, support, and coach others effectively, contribute to building the team and a good place to work.Numerate and financially literate, with the ability to analyse and model data, and communicate findings in a clear and accessible way. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.You can explore our benefits by visiting our As the world's largest independent cancer research charity, we conduct research into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Our aim is to see 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034 and our staff are integral to achieving that ambition. Cancer Research UK offers you excellent prospects to expand your career as well as the ability to make a real difference to the lives of others. We're always looking for sharp, brave, and collaborative people to join Cancer Research UK and continue to make it a great place to work. Find the career you're looking for and let us change lives together.

Head of Fundraising Salary: £51,818 - £60,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: 35 hours per week. Flexibility in working pattern, in agreement with line manager Based: Any BBOWT Office with travel to other sites as required. Hybrid working available The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust has a vision for "more nature everywhere, for everyone". We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. This includes you being comfortable bringing your whole self to work, and us co-working with the diverse communities we serve to ensure we are meeting everyone's needs. We're looking for a Head of Fundraising who cares deeply about helping nature recover - and who values working in an environment where wellbeing, collaboration and balance matter just as much as results. In this role, you'll guide and nurture our fundraising programme across philanthropy, membership, trusts, grants and business partnerships. You'll be part of a supportive leadership team that's committed to sustainable growth, shared learning and creating the conditions for people and nature to thrive together. What you'll be doing Leading with purpose - helping secure the income that enables our vital work, with a focus on long-term sustainability rather than short-term pressure. Shaping a fundraising strategy that reflects our values and supports meaningful connections with our supporters. Supporting and developing a motivated team, championing wellbeing, professional growth and a healthy, collaborative working environment. Exploring values-led campaigns and new opportunities that feel authentic to our mission and respectful of supporters. Acting as a trusted advisor to Directors and Trustees, helping embed a positive fundraising culture across the organisation. For all your hard work you can expect a great rewards package in return. In addition to being part of a friendly, skilled and knowledgeable team, passionate about making a difference, when you work for us, you'll also receive Generous annual leave entitlement with paid birthday leave, balance days, urgent personal business leave and generous occupational sick pay Flexible working to achieve work-life balance Wellbeing initiatives including 14 qualified Mental Health First Aiders, YuLife benefit package - access to immediate and confidential help for any work, health, or life matters; 3x life assurance, online GP access, discounts and trade YuCoin points for gift cards Enhanced maternity, paternity, and family-friendly policies Salary exchange pension with generous employer contribution Learning & Development Programme for all Membership to BBOWT's, and The Wildlife Trusts', Staff Network Groups for social interaction, peer support, mentoring and personal development What we're looking for Proven experience raising income in a charity or membership-based setting Demonstrable track record of successfully leading more than one fundraising income stream in a membership-focused organisation Confidence in growing high-performing teams and great at building relationships Brings empathy, positivity, and a collaborative leadership style The closing time and date for applications is 11.59pm on Wednesday 28th January 2026 . Stage 1 interviews will take place the afternoon Wednesday 4th February 2026 , second stage interviews likely to be 9th or 11th February 2026. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We want our people to be as diverse as nature, so we particularly encourage applications from people who are underserved within the communities in which we operate. This includes people from visible ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities (including those who are neurodivergent), the LGBTQ+ community, those from lower socio-economic backgrounds, and younger people. We are committed to creating an organisation that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. BBOWT values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We want every candidate to have the best chance of success as part of this process. In order to do this, we know that some candidates will need reasonable adjustments. You will be able to contact BBOWT Recruitment Team if there are any reasonable adjustments we can provide during the recruitment process, including completing your application. No agencies please.

Context and Background The NSPCC relies on voluntary income for the majority of its work to keep children safe, prevent abuse and ensure every child has a voice. To secure long-term sustainability, the charity has reshaped how it engages supporters through the Engagement and Fundraising Directorate. Within this, the Philanthropy and Partnerships Department brings together high-value audiences and supporter-led income. The Volunteer Board Fundraising team leads income generation through regional and national volunteer boards, volunteer-led fundraising initiatives and delivery of special events through our high value event committees. These activities play a vital role in maximising sustainable income, engaging senior volunteers, and supporting long-term supporter relationships. The volunteer boards are made up of influential and successful senior stakeholders who feel passionately about the NSPCC and volunteer their time to help the NSPCC generate income and awareness. They employ a range of fundraising techniques to reach their goals their focus being to use their networks and influence to secure income generating opportunities via events, corporate partnerships and major gifts from individuals. The team works closely with colleagues in Philanthropy and Partnerships (corporate partnerships, major gifts, trusts and statutory), Public Engagement (marketing, brand, digital), and Fundraising Operations (data, compliance, finance, procurement) to ensure volunteer fundraising is integrated into supporter journeys, delivers excellent experiences, and achieves strong ROI. With the support of a Fundraising Manager, the role of the Fundraiser is to cultivate and steward key relationships and deliver special projects across the volunteer boards and their network to deliver against annual income plans. Job purpose To contribute towards the delivery of sustainable income through regional and national volunteer partnerships and fundraising boards To contribute towards the delivery of annual income and engagement plans, ensuring volunteer activity is high-quality, compliant, and supporter-centric Build and manage relationships with senior volunteers and board members, maximising long-term support and value Provide operational support and management of volunteer partnerships & projects Key relationships - Internal Member of the Volunteer Board Fundraising team Reports to a Fundraising Manager, Volunteer Board Fundraising Works with colleagues across Philanthropy & Partnerships, including Corporate Partnerships, Major Gifts and Trusts and Statutory Collaborates with Public Engagement (marketing, brand, digital) to support volunteer fundraising campaigns and engagement Works with Fundraising Operations (data, compliance, finance, procurement) to ensure processes are efficient and compliant Key relationships - External Volunteer board chairs, members and regional ambassadors Senior supporters and networks (individuals and organisations) engaged through volunteer-led activity Agencies, venues and suppliers supporting volunteer fundraising External peers and networks within the volunteer fundraising sector Main duties and responsibilities Contributing to Volunteer Partnerships Strategy and Income Contribute to the delivery of the Volunteer Partnerships annual business plan to maximise net income and long-term value through the volunteer boards Support the high-value volunteer boards and their networks, ensuring their fundraising and engagement delivers sustainable income and long-term value Lead on delivery of specific fundraising projects Contribute to KPIs for income, supporter experience and ROI, addressing risks and identifying opportunities for growth Support the Fundraising Manager on the delivery of business cases for new volunteer-led initiatives Managing Volunteer Relationships Steward senior volunteers and board members, ensuring they feel supported, inspired and connected to the NSPCC s mission Provide tools, resources and guidance to volunteers to support their fundraising and advocacy Carry out research through a range of sources, to contribute to proposals, donor strategies and fundraising communications. Develop and create engaging materials for external audiences Ensure compliance with NSPCC policies, fundraising regulations and best practice in all volunteer-led activity Collaboration and Centre of Excellence Act as a centre of expertise for volunteer-led fundraising across the NSPCC Collaborate with colleagues across Engagement & Fundraising to embed volunteer fundraising within wider supporter journeys and campaigns Budgeting, Finance and Evaluation Contribute to the budgets for volunteer fundraising activity, whilst supporting the Fundraising Manager to accurately monitor income and expenditure Work with the Fundraising Manager to ensure accurate data capture and reporting To provide financial administrative assistance to budget holders, including processing invoices, placing orders, undertaking financial analysis, cash handling and banking in line with NSPCC policies and procedures. Responsibilities for all Staff within the Income Generation directorate To update databases and supporter information systems as directed, in line with Data Protection legislation and NSPCC policy and procedures. To actively participate in regular department and team meetings, contributing to strategy, discussions and decisions which will be beneficial to the Directorate and wider NSPCC activities. To adhere to all the NSPCC s standards, policies and procedures. To evidence an understanding of and commitment to the NSPCC s values and behaviours. To maintain an awareness of and comply with data protection regulations and internal data protection policies. To be responsible for personal learning and development, to support the learning and development of others and the whole organisation. To work in a manner that facilitates and encourages inclusion. To be proactive in identifying ways to improve personal and team performance To maintain an awareness of own and others Health and Safety and comply with the NSPCC s Health and Safety policy and procedures To take personal responsibility for keeping up to date with NSPCC work to end cruelty to children, including securing updates on project and service developments and general NSPCC news A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people Person specification 1. Experience of building effective relationships through face to face interactions with existing and new high-level individuals and/or organisations, leading to securing fundraising income via long-term partnerships. 2. Commercially minded; ability to apply commercial knowledge and understanding to fundraising partnerships ensuring that NSPCC activity has a competitive edge in the market place. NSPCC fundraising activity must be appealing and commercially viable. 3. Exceptional project management skills; ability to see a project through from start to finish, reaching a desired income target. Must have meticulous planning skills and show great attention to detail. Must be self-motivated and highly proactive. 4. Target driven with proven financial management and reporting skills, including accurate budgeting and contingency planning. A track record of achieving financial and departmental objectives. 5. Knowledge of corporate social responsibility and individual philanthropic motivations and current trends in high value and corporate fundraising across the UK. 6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to deliver fundraising pitches, ideas and project updates to a range of audiences in a clear, inspiring and confident way. 7. Able to work harmoniously with internal colleagues across teams to achieve joint objectives. Working collaboratively; demonstrating an understanding of other team s goals and priorities. Able to negotiate successfully with others to achieve a desired outcome. 8. Ability to organise and plan own work, juggle competing demands, manage projects and establish clear timelines and priorities in order to meet agreed objectives. 9. Proven ability to demonstrate initiative and creativity. 10. Experience of a fundraising CRM package is desirable but not essential; training provided. Safer Recruitment As an organisation, we are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with our children and adults. The recruitment and selection of our people will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. Our principles: Always seek to recruit the best candidate for the role based on merit including their skills, experience, motivation and competencies. Our robust recruitment and selection process should ensure the identification of the person best suited to the role and the organisation. . click apply for full job details

We are looking for a Global Events Manager (Fundraising), to develop and lead a Global Events Strategy for all fundraising-related events including Philanthropy, Mid-Level and Legacy, as well as involvement in wider organisational events, to engage and inspire mid-level and major donors and funders. This role focuses on high-value donor engagement, rather than mass participation fundraising. You will lead events such as major gift donor receptions, mid-level donor gatherings, legacy supporter events, and occasional internal team away days. This is a Surrey based Hybrid role with 2 days a week in the office. The Charity A passionate charity dedicated to paving the way for a new era where people, wildlife and the planet thrive, with a strategy focused on mobilising a movement and delivering key legislative reforms. The charity offer a range of benefits including flexible working, learning and development opportunities, a generous 10% pension and an employee assistance programme. The Role Event Strategy, Planning & Execution Take primary responsibility for coordinating and delivering innovative fundraising events, including in-person and virtual events, that engage and inspire mid-level and major donors globally. Donor Stewardship Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with mid-level and major donors, providing exceptional stewardship and personalised communication to increase giving through events. Fundraising Strategy Develop creative event-based fundraising strategies to engage new donors and retain existing ones. Collaboration Work closely with the Global Fundraising and Communications teams to develop compelling event content and donor engagement strategies. The Candidate Proven track record in planning, coordinating, and delivering successful fundraising events, both virtual and in person, with a focus on donor engagement. Experience in managing mid and major donor portfolios, including cultivation, stewardship, and soliciting gifts. Experience in managing high-value events, such as gala dinners, donor receptions, and exclusive donor webinars. Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to create compelling content for event materials and donor communications. IMPORTANT NOTE Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

We are looking for a Development Manager to lead the growth of a corporate partnerships programme, securing new business and developing high-value, long-term relationships that generate income and enhance brand visibility. This is a hybrid role with 1 - 2 days a week in the London office. The Charity An incredible health charity devoted to supporting families with the resources to be together at truly crucial times. Youd be joining a passionate team, offering some fantastic benefits including but not limited to, family friendly policies, 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off and a bonus day in December, season ticket loan and a commitment to development and training. The Role Corporate Fundraising and New Business Development - Develop and implement a strategy to grow corporate income, focusing on new business and long-term high-value partnership opportunities. - Produce high-quality, pitch-ready proposals, presentations and decks, collaborating with the Communications and Marketing Team. Relationship Management and Stewardship - Collaborate with the Senior Partnerships Officer to ensure excellent account management of mid-level corporate partners. - Support with cultivating key individuals (e.g. major donors, trustees, senior volunteers Fundraising Development Board Members) who can make introductions or influence support. Management and Reporting -Line manage, coach and support the Senior Corporate Partnerships Officer and the P/T Corporate Officer. The Candidate Proven track record of personally securing new five and six-figure corporate partnerships or equivalent high-value business development deals within the last 1-2 years. Proven experience in writing and designing compelling, tailored funding proposals and pitch decks that have secured high-value donations and Charity of the Year partnerships of 50,000 and above. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with both corporate and philanthropic audiences. Proven experience in working with and stewarding major donors, using a tailored, strategic approach to secure high-level income IMPORTANT NOTE Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future. We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest. Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Development Manager - Major Gifts Location: Kingston upon Thames (Hybrid working - minimum 2-3 days on campus) Salary: £45,025 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent Closing Date: midday Friday 16 January 2026 Interviews in person: TBC 28 or 29 Jan 2026 Help to shape the future of philanthropy and alumni engagement at Kingston University. Kingston University is an incredible place to work. For over 125 years, we've been shaping student futures through academic excellence and forward-thinking teaching. Our recent TEF Gold rating reflects our commitment to delivering outstanding education and research. Through our ambitious Town House Strategy , we're embedding a progressive new model of education and driving innovation through partnerships with businesses, communities, and organisations. The Development, Alumni Relations and Engagement (DARE) team plays a vital role in delivering these ambitions. With a global alumni community of over 270,000, we foster meaningful relationships that drive philanthropic support, unlock partnerships, and enhance the University's reputation and reach. The Role As Development Manager - Major Gifts , you will be a senior member of the DARE team, responsible for generating philanthropic income to meet ambitious annual targets. Reporting to the Head of Major Gifts, you will: Manage a portfolio of high-value donors (individuals, trusts & foundations, corporates), personally soliciting gifts of £10,000+. Support the pipeline of mid-level prospects and help develop ultra-high-net-worth individuals for transformative gifts. Deliver against KPIs and income targets, contributing to our goal of growing major giving from £450,000 annually to £1 million within three years. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and academic leaders, producing compelling proposals and leading donor engagement. This is a dynamic, outward-facing role requiring excellent relationship-building skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for the impact of fundraising in higher education. About You You will be an experienced and driven fundraiser with: A proven track record of securing and stewarding four-figure and above gifts. Strong influencing and communication skills, with confidence engaging high-profile individuals. Experience managing a varied portfolio and achieving ambitious KPIs. A collaborative approach and the ability to work across a complex organisation. Experience in higher education or the charity sector is desirable, but not essential. Why Join Us? Hybrid working (minimum 2-3 days on campus). A supportive, ambitious team committed to innovation and impact. The opportunity to make a lasting difference to students and the University community. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Apply now and bring your expertise, passion, and authentic self to Kingston University. Please share a copy of your profile or CV with Philippa at Charity People as the first step. Benefits include: Generous holiday entitlement of 35 days (from entry at all levels), in addition to bank holidays Three 'meeting free' weeks each year to create space for reflection and time to plan for the period ahead Flexible working - we can consider and accommodate various work patterns Family-friendly policies that support the needs of our employees Exceptional professional development opportunities Key Details - Location: Kingston upon Thames (Hybrid working, 2-3 days/week on campus) - Closing Date: midday on Friday 16 Jan - Interview Date: in person provisionally 28 or 29 Jan Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Development Manager - Major Gifts Location: Kingston upon Thames (Hybrid working - minimum 2-3 days on campus) Salary: £45,025 per annum Contract: Full-time, Permanent Closing Date: midday Friday 16 January 2026 Interviews in person: TBC 28 or 29 Jan 2026 Help to shape the future of philanthropy and alumni engagement at Kingston University. We're working with a university that's an incredible place to work. For over 125 years, they've been shaping student futures through academic excellence and forward-thinking teaching. Their recent TEF Gold rating reflects their commitment to delivering outstanding education and research. Through their ambitious Town House Strategy , they're embedding a progressive new model of education and driving innovation through partnerships with businesses, communities, and organisations. The Development, Alumni Relations and Engagement (DARE) team plays a vital role in delivering these ambitions. With a global alumni community of over 270,000, we foster meaningful relationships that drive philanthropic support, unlock partnerships, and enhance the University's reputation and reach. The Role As Development Manager - Major Gifts , you will be a senior member of the DARE team, responsible for generating philanthropic income to meet ambitious annual targets. Reporting to the Head of Major Gifts, you will: Manage a portfolio of high-value donors (individuals, trusts & foundations, corporates), personally soliciting gifts of £10,000+. Support the pipeline of mid-level prospects and help develop ultra-high-net-worth individuals for transformative gifts. Deliver against KPIs and income targets, contributing to our goal of growing major giving from £450,000 annually to £1 million within three years. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and academic leaders, producing compelling proposals and leading donor engagement. This is a dynamic, outward-facing role requiring excellent relationship-building skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for the impact of fundraising in higher education. About You You will be an experienced and driven fundraiser with: A proven track record of securing and stewarding four-figure and above gifts. Strong influencing and communication skills, with confidence engaging high-profile individuals. Experience managing a varied portfolio and achieving ambitious KPIs. A collaborative approach and the ability to work across a complex organisation. Experience in higher education or the charity sector is desirable, but not essential. Why Join Them? Hybrid working (minimum 2-3 days on campus). A supportive, ambitious team committed to innovation and impact. The opportunity to make a lasting difference to students and the University community. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Apply now and bring your expertise, passion, and authentic self to work with this university. Please share a copy of your profile or CV with Philippa at Charity People as the first step. Benefits include: Generous holiday entitlement of 35 days (from entry at all levels), in addition to bank holidays Three 'meeting free' weeks each year to create space for reflection and time to plan for the period ahead Flexible working - we can consider and accommodate various work patterns Family-friendly policies that support the needs of our employees Exceptional professional development opportunities Key Details - Location: Kingston upon Thames (Hybrid working, 2-3 days/week on campus) - Closing Date: midday on Friday 16 Jan - Interview Date: in person provisionally 28 or 29 Jan Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

XTX Markets is a leading algorithmic trading company, headquartered in London. We are a diverse organization which attracts outstanding talent from across all industry backgrounds. We are focused on teamwork and our people collaborate on all aspects of the business, working openly and with respect for each other, our clients and the market. Our culture is non-hierarchical and everyone is valued. We strive for excellence in everything we do. XTX Markets is also one of the largest philanthropic donors in the UK. Since 2020, we have donated over £350m to charities globally and are now regularly giving >£100mn per year. Our philanthropy is mainly focused on maths and science, including education, research and talent development. We also support initiatives across a wider range of areas, including environment and global education. Our Philanthropy Team has a lean setup and we strive to be highly efficient, including working at a fast pace and using technology effectively. We now seek to appoint a new Philanthropy Manager. You will lead on various aspects of our work in these areas, including typical forms of philanthropy, such as grant-making and funds, and more innovative forms, such as R&D and venture building. You will manage a portfolio of £100mn+, more than most foundations. As well as managing funding, you will be expected to contribute to the team's operations, for example through supporting automation and AI-integration. You will be a skilled professional with an enterprising, collaborative and determined mindset. You will thrive in a fast-paced context, bringing quick thinking and deep analysis, and building outstanding relationships, internally and externally. You will have a very strong background in maths or science, ideally including PhD research and/or teaching in schools or universities. At the same time, you will have good experience outside academia (e.g. start-ups, VC). Applications should consist of a covering letter, full CV detailing academic and professional qualifications, employment history, latest remuneration and relevant achievements. For details of the appointment, including further information about the job description, person specification and how to apply, please visit . The job reference number is 8215. For informal inquiries please contact Daniel Munks on . The closing date for applications is 23:59 pm GMT on Sunday 8 th February 2026. Location: London If you require any reasonable adjustments to assist you in the selection process, please advise us of these so that we can make appropriate arrangements. Additionally, if you have comments that would support us to improve access to documentation, or our application processes more generally, please do not hesitate to contact us via . Protecting your personal data is of the utmost importance to Perrett Laver and we take this responsibility very seriously. Any information obtained by our trading divisions is held and processed in accordance with the relevant data protection legislation. The data you provide us with is securely stored on our computerised database and transferred to our clients for the purposes of presenting you as a candidate and/or considering your suitability for a role you have registered interest in. As defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, and our legal basis for processing your personal data is 'Legitimate Interests'. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website .