Head of Fundraising

CHARITY PEOPLE; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK charity is looking for an experienced Head of Fundraising to lead their income generation efforts. You will develop a new fundraising strategy aimed at diversifying income streams and enhancing impact on bereaved families. The role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a team. This permanent position offers a salary starting at £50,000 with growth potential, and flexible working arrangements to foster a collaborative culture.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Personalised training budgets

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Track record of generating income across multiple streams, especially individual giving.
• Experience in leading a fundraising team.
• Commitment to the mission of supporting bereaved families.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a new fundraising strategy with KPIs.
• Lead on individual giving and donor stewardship.
• Explore new income streams like corporate partnerships.

Skills

Income generation

Relationship-building

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Emotional intelligence

Job description

Head of Fundraising

£50,000 rising to £55,000 after probation | Full-time (flexible options available) | London NW6 office - 2 days per week | Permanent

This charity is the UK's only national charity providing peer support to bereaved parents and adult siblings following the death of a child of any age and from any cause. With over 300 trained volunteers and a reach of more than 25,000 parents annually, our work is life-changing - offering compassion, understanding, and hope where it's needed most.

Charity People is seeking a strategic, emotionally intelligent, and driven Head of Fundraising to lead our income generation at a pivotal moment in our journey. Having grown into a half-million-pound organisation, we are ready to diversify our fundraising streams and deepen our impact.

About the Role

This is a strategic leadership role with scope to shape the future of fundraising at The Compassionate Friends. You'll develop and deliver a new fundraising strategy aligned with our organisational goals, with a particular focus on individual giving and donor diversification. You'll lead and support a small team, including our Events & Community Fundraiser and Trusts Fundraiser, and work closely with the CEO, Trustees, and wider staff to embed fundraising across the organisation.

You’ll be joining a charity with a deeply personal mission and a collaborative culture. Our outgoing Head of Fundraising will remain in a part-time capacity to support your onboarding and ensure a smooth transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a new fundraising strategy, with clear KPIs and milestones.
• Lead on individual giving, donor acquisition, and stewardship.
• Explore new income streams including corporate partnerships and community fundraising.
• Collaborate with communications and support teams to maximise fundraising opportunities.
• Report regularly to the CEO and Board, and oversee CRM and supporter communications.

About You

We're open to both experienced fundraisers and those ready to step into a leadership role. What matters most is your passion for our cause, your strategic mindset, and your ability to inspire and deliver.

You’ll bring :

• A track record of generating income across multiple streams, especially individual giving.
• Track record of growth across income streams.
• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills.
• Strategic thinking and financial acumen.
• A collaborative, flexible approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A deep empathy for our mission and the families we support.

Why Join Us?

• Salary of £50,000, rising to £55,000 after completion of probation.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
• Personalised training and wellbeing budgets.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• A chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of bereaved families.

How to Apply

Please apply with CV initially, and we will be in touch with full job pack and more details and to set up a screening call.

Key Dates

• Applications close : Wednesday 7th January 2026
• Shortlist shared : Thursday 8th January 2026
• First stage interviews : w / c 12th January 2026
• Second stage interviews : TBC

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please inform Kevin if you require any assistance or adjustment to help ensure the application process works for you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.