Fundraising Account Manager - Charity Sector

Optima Recruitment; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Leatherhead is seeking a Corporate New Business Lead to drive income growth through corporate partnerships. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate fundraising and strong relationship-building skills. This role offers a salary of up to £34,000 and a hybrid working model with flexible hours. Benefits include pension contributions and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

On-site parking

Pension

Flexible hours

Professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in corporate fundraising or B2B business development.
• Strong skills in building relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to develop tailored proposals and pitches.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new corporate supporters.
• Develop proposals for five- and six-figure partnerships.
• Build and manage a strong prospect pipeline.
• Lead engagement events and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate to deliver impactful partnerships.

Skills

Corporate fundraising experience

Relationship-building skills

Negotiation skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Presentation skills

Commercial mindset

Target-driven

Highly organized

Job description

Corporate New Business Lead

Location: Leatherhead (Hybrid - 1 day WFH)

Salary: Up to £34,000

Hours: Full-time (8:00-16:00 or 10:00-18:00)

Benefits: On-site parking | Pension | Flexible hours | Professional development

Join a purpose‑driven UK charity making a difference through corporate and community partnerships. We’re looking for a proactive and strategic Corporate New Business Lead to secure high‑value corporate partnerships and drive income growth.

The Role

• Identify, approach and convert new corporate supporters.
• Develop tailored proposals and pitches to secure five‑ and six‑figure partnerships.
• Build and manage a strong prospect pipeline using CRM systems.
• Lead on engagement events and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful, mutually beneficial partnerships.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in corporate fundraising, sponsorship or B2B business development.
• Strong relationship‑building and negotiation skills with senior stakeholders.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Commercially minded, target‑driven, and highly organised.
• (Desirable) Experience within the charity or not‑for‑profit sector.

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