Charity Fundraiser - Blue Cross

Charity Link; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan (up to £900/year)

28 days holiday + flexible holiday

Discounts at over 30,000 retailers

Award-winning training

Long service rewards

Referral bonuses

Career development path

Job summary

Charity Link in the UK is seeking confident fundraisers to engage the public at pre-booked venues and inspire regular giving to animals in need.

You can work full time or part time. The role offers a guaranteed base of £26,437 with OTE £45k-£55k, plus healthcare, holidays, and retailer discounts.

Join a support-driven team with award-winning training and a clear path for career development, while making a real difference to animal welfare.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
• Confidence to speak to members of the public and build quick rapport.
• Passion for animal welfare.
• Reliable, resilient, and target-driven individuals.
• Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Engage with the public at pre-booked venues (e.g., supermarkets, shopping centres, events).
• Inspire and sign people up for monthly donations.
• Contribute to a genuine face-to-face engagement role with purpose.

Skills

Positive attitude

Excellent communication

Confidence to speak to the public

Animal welfare passion

Reliable and resilient

Target-driven

Fundraising experience bonus

Job description

If you're confident, optimistic, resilient, and thrive on talking to people this could be the role for you.

Make a difference every day. Join Charity Link and help support life-changing causes like Blue Cross, a trusted UK charity that's been transforming the lives of sick, injured, and homeless pets and supporting the people who care for them since 1897. From veterinary services to pet rehoming and bereavement support, Blue Cross delivers vital services across the country. Your mission? Inspire members of the public to support charities like this through regular giving.

The Role

Working at pre-booked venues (e.g., supermarkets, shopping centres, events), you'll engage with the public, sparking meaningful conversations and signing people up for monthly donations.

The role of a fundraiser is about genuine, face-to-face engagement with purpose.

Join us to work full time or part time.

What We're Looking For

• A positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Confidence to speak to members of the public and build quick rapport
• Passion for animal welfare
• Reliable, resilient, and target-driven individuals
• Previous fundraising or sales experience is a bonus - but not essential as full training will be provided

What You'll Get

• £26,437 guaranteed basic salary
• OTE £45k-£55k + with regular incentives and bonuses
• Healthcare plan (worth up to £900/year)
• 28 days holiday + flexible holiday scheme
• Discounts at over 30,000 retailers
• Award-winning training & career development path
• Long service rewards & generous referral bonuses
• Opportunities to work on other incredible campaigns

Why Join Charity Link?

With over 30 years of experience in face-to-face fundraising, Charity Link is proud to represent some of the UK's most respected charities. Our nationwide teams are supported, motivated, and passionate about the work they do. We believe in rewarding dedication not just financially, but through career growth, ongoing support, and a positive team culture.

Every day is different in this role. You'll face challenges, but the personal and professional rewards are even greater. You'll meet amazing people and help create real impact.

At Charity Link, we believe that diverse teams drive stronger results, foster innovation, and create a more inclusive world. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and ensuring that everyone regardless of background, identity, or lived experience feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Equity and fairness are at the heart of our recruitment process. We actively seek to remove barriers, challenge bias, and provide equal opportunities for all candidates. Whether you're new to the sector or bringing years of experience, we welcome passionate individuals who share our commitment to making a difference