Global Senior Prospect Research Manager (HQ, Hybrid)

Compassion in World Farming; Godalming; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Health Cash Back Plan

24/7 GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid working

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Compassion in World Farming International is seeking a Global Senior Prospect Research Manager to strengthen our prospect research function and power fundraising growth across markets.

In Godalming, this full-time hybrid role leads the global prospect research strategy, creates high‑quality donor profiles, conducts due diligence, and delivers actionable insights to fundraisers within the Global Philanthropy Team.

Qualifications

• Prospect research experience in an international fundraising setting.
• Experience building and managing a prospect pipeline to drive income.
• Ability to produce high-quality intelligence for fundraisers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and strengthen the global prospect research function to support ethical fundraising growth.
• Identify, research and prioritise high-potential prospects from Salesforce and other sources.
• Produce clear, high-quality prospect research profiles to support donor cultivation and decision-making.
• Lead on due diligence and ethical screening across donors and markets.
• Analyse data and reporting to identify new donor opportunities and keep records accurate.

Skills

Prospect research

Pipeline management

Fundraising insights

Due diligence

Salesforce

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Godalming HQ UK (Hybrid working pattern 2x days in the office)

Full time

Permanent

CompassioninWorld FarmingInternational is a global movement transforming the future of food and farming.Join us as our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager and help build the insight that powers transformational fundraising growth.

Global Senior Prospect Research Manager

Roletype: Full time; Permanent

Location: Godalming, UK (hybrid working pattern 2x days per week in the office). The office is located close to Godalming station, with direct trains from/to London Waterloo in approximately 45 minutes.

Salary: £47,000 - £50,000per annum (depending upon skills and experience)

Abouttherole

As our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager ,you’llplaya key rolein helping Compassion in World Farmingtoend factory farming by strengthening our global prospect research function.

This is an established andimportant rolewithin our Global Philanthropy Team, central to building and sustaining a strong, high-quality prospect pipeline to support our fundraising growth ambitions.As part of thisrole,you’llhelp shape and deliver prospect strategy, insight and KPIs aligned to our fundraising priorities and long-termorganisationalgrowth plans.

As our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager, you’ll be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Prospect Research - Leading and strengthening the global prospect research function,ensuring it effectively supports ethical fundraising growth across key markets.
• High Potential Prospects -Identifying,researchingand prioritising high-potential prospects from Salesforce and other sources, working closely with colleagues in CRM & Insights.
• Profile Creation- Producing clear, high-quality prospect research profiles to support donor cultivation, relationshipdevelopmentand strategic decision-making.
• Ethical Screening - Leading on due diligence and ethical screening, ensuringa consistent and rigorous approach across donors and markets.
• Data and Reporting -Using data, insight and reportingto analyse our prospect pool,identifynew donor opportunities and supportaccurate, compliant donor records.

About you

To succeedin thisrole,you’llneed tobring strong prospect research experience,from an international fundraising team or comparable environment, alongside a good understanding of global philanthropy trends, donorbehaviourand ethical fundraising practice.

You’ll have to be confident in turning research into clear, useful insight for fundraisers, with the ability to build strong working relationships across teams and communicate findings in a way that supports action. You’ll also have excellent attention to detail and the ability to self-manage a varied workload in a busy, values-led environment.

Skills and experienceyou’llneed to bring as our Global Senior Prospect Research Manager:

• Prospect research experience within an international fundraising team or comparable environment.
• Experience building and managing a prospect pipeline that supports income growth.
• Experience using a wide variety of resources to produce high-quality intelligence for fundraisers.
• Experience of due diligence and applying ethical fundraising policies.
• Strong understanding of prospect research systems and processes, with experience using CRM systems, ideally Salesforce.

This is a brilliant opportunity to shape a vital global research function and help drive the fundraising growth needed to create lasting change for farmed animals.

We offer a supportive, flexible workplace with a strong focus on wellbeing and development, including:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Health Cash Back Plan and 24/7 GP access
• Employee Assistance Programme and MHFA support
• Electric car schemeavailable
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Enhanced discretionary sick pay
• Hybrid working model (role and location dependent)
• Free onsite parking and office next to mainline station
• Cycle Benefit scheme and other savings options
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities

About Compassion

Compassion in World Farming International is a leading global organisation working to end factory farming. Founded in 1967 by British farmer Peter Roberts,we’vespent over 50 years driving change, successfully campaigning to ban cruel practices such as barren battery cages, veal crates, and sow stalls across the UK and Europe.

Our work combines advocacy, campaigning, and collaboration with policymakers and businesses to promote animal welfare and sustainable food systems. We envision a future where animals are treated with compassion, and farming supports both people and the planet. To learn more about our mission, culture, and opportunities, please explore our Candidate Pack , and Careers Page .

Tocomply withlegal requirements in the UK and internationally, all applicants must be able todemonstratetheir right to work in the country where the role is based. Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed toproviding equal opportunities for everyoneregardless of their background.Wevalue diversity and live experienceand acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector.We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.

Hours

37 hours per week

Why work for Compassion in World Farming?

• For animals, people and planet: We are on a mission to end factory farming and create a world where fresh air and sunshine are natural parts of any farming system.
• To expand your current skills, develop your career and make a difference to the lives of billions
• We offer 25 days paid holiday
• 45 minutes by train from London Waterloo, our international headquarters are in Godalming near Guildford, a picturesque market town on the banks of the River Wey.
• We occupy modern, bright open plan offices just two minutes walk from Godalming station
• Free parking

£47,000 -£50,0000 per annum (depending upon skills and experience)

Job attachments

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30-10-2026