Charity Fundraiser - Cats Protection

Charity Link; Guildford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

28 days holiday

Discounts at retailers

Career development

Job summary

Charity Link is recruiting fundraisers to work at pre-booked venues across the UK, engaging the public and signing people up for monthly donations to support Cats Protection.

The role is full-time or part-time with full training, a guaranteed basic salary of £25,396 plus incentives that push earnings over £47,000, plus benefits like a healthcare plan and generous holiday. You’ll join a supportive team with career development opportunities.

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 to recruit monthly donors.
• Face-to-face engagement to promote Cats Protection funding campaigns.
• Meet fundraising targets while delivering a high-quality donor experience.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Public speaking

Animal welfare passion

Reliability & resilience

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 to the lives of cats across the UK.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity, helping thousands of cats and kittens every year through rescue, rehoming, neutering, and education. We are looking for a passionate and motivatedFundraisersto join our dedicated team and help secure the vital income that supports our work.

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

• £25,396 guaranteed basic salary
• OTE £47,000+ 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