Senior Fundraising Manager

  • Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists
  • Feb 12, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

An ambitious humanitarian charity, established just two years ago, has already built an impressive £2.5m income base supported by an exceptional group of committed patrons. They are now seeking a Senior Fundraising Manager to refine, structure and scale their fundraising strategy for the next phase of growth.

Reporting to the Founder/Director, this is a strategic and hands-on leadership role with significant scope to shape direction and drive sustainable income growth.

  • Remote (UK) 1 3 days per month in London
  • £2.5m annual income Charity only 2 years old Exceptional patron base
  • Ideally available to start within 4 weeks

Key aspects of the role:

  • Reviewing and refining the existing fundraising strategy and structure
  • Leading multi-stream income generation (HNW, trusts & foundations, corporate, individual giving, community)
  • Driving prospect research and developing tailored cultivation plans
  • Strengthening stewardship and long-term donor retention
  • Embedding fundraising within digital campaigns and advocacy activity
  • Overseeing CRM selection/optimisation and improving data processes
  • Managing a small team and volunteer fundraising support
  • Delivering weekly reporting and performance analysis to senior leadership

They are looking for:

  • Significant senior-level fundraising experience with a proven track record of income growth
  • Experience across multiple income streams, particularly HNW and trusts
  • Strong strategic planning combined with operational delivery
  • CRM implementation or optimisation experience
  • Confidence operating within an ambitious, founder-led organisation

Please note: CVs will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

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