Fundraising and Partnerships Coordinator - Staple Hill

Milestones Trust; Kingswood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable trust in Kingswood seeks an experienced fundraiser to lead their funding initiatives, aiming to enhance the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. The role involves submitting funding applications, managing donor relationships, and monitoring compliance. Candidates should have A-Level education, proven charitable fundraising experience, and excellent communication skills. The position also offers generous benefits, professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Generous Maternity/Paternity pay

Access to earnings before payday

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising within the charity sector.
• Ability to craft persuasive proposals.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Research and submit quality funding applications.
• Build and manage relationships with funders and corporate partners.
• Monitor grant budgets and ensure compliance.
• Support marketing for fundraising campaigns.
• Engage with supported individuals in proposals.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Literacy and numeracy skills

Education

A-Level standard or equivalent

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Job Overview

Use your fundraising and partnership building skills to support people with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs living richer, meaningful lives. We offer a range of services that enable the people we support to thrive in their communities. To make this possible, we need someone who can help us raise funds for those extras that statutory funding doesn't cover—things like outdoor furniture for summer, iPads to keep families connected, and projects such as accessible cycling, community music, and creative arts.

What you'll do

• Research, prepare, and submit high-quality funding applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies.
• Build and manage relationships with funders and corporate partners, creating tailored proposals and partnership opportunities.
• Monitor grant budgets and ensure compliance with funder requirements and fundraising regulations.
• Support marketing and communications for fundraising campaigns and coordinate corporate fundraising events.
• Engage with the people we support to ensure their voices are represented positively and respectfully in bids and reports.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent, with strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Proven experience in fundraising within the charity sector, including successful grant applications and corporate partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to craft persuasive proposals.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive, results‑driven approach and commitment to our values.

Desirable

• IoF qualification, knowledge of CRM systems, and experience in community-based fundraising.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a passionate team making a real difference. We offer opportunities for professional development, including access to Institute of Fundraising courses and sector networking events.

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave entitlement (including all recognised public holidays)
• Company pension scheme, to help grow your retirement pot
• Learning and development opportunities to help you build your career, including a comprehensive induction programme, and the opportunity to undertake further qualifications
• Health Cash Plan on completion of probation giving you access to a minimum of £695 cash back for health treatments e.g. dental, therapies, optical, maternity/paternity, NHS prescriptions etc.
• Generous Occupational Maternity/Paternity pay
• Get paid when you want - access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday using Dayforce Wallet
• An employee referral scheme that allows you to earn money for referring friends and family.