Head of Fundraising

  • The Talent Set
  • Mar 12, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

The Talent Set are delighted to partner with a respected charity to recruit a Head of Fundraising. This pivotal leadership role, reporting to the Director of Fundraising and Communications, will take responsibility across all income streams and managing a high performing fundraising team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet organisational targets.
  • Cultivate and steward relationships with existing donors, partners, and potential new supporters.
  • Oversee a diverse mix of income streams, including individual giving, legacy, community, corporate partnerships, trusts and events.
  • Manage and motivate the fundraising team, providing clear guidance and fostering a collaborative environment built for success
  • Monitor and report on fundraising performance, ensuring accountability and improvement.
  • Represent the organisation at external events, conferences, and meetings to enhance visibility and networking opportunities.

Person Specification

  • Experience at head level or above from public fundraising within a charity setting with direct responsibility for multi-million-pound income streams, specific skills in individual giving are of interest
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective relationships both internally and externally
  • Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and implement innovative fundraising approaches.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Leadership qualities that inspire teams and foster collaboration across departments.
  • Knowledge of fundraising regulations, compliance standards, and sector trends.
  • A passion for the organisation s mission and commitment to positive social impact.

What s on Offer

Salary: Circa £70,000

2 days a week in the office in Surrey.

Great range of benefits

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.