Legacy Administration Officer

The Myton Hospices; Warwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization providing specialist care is seeking a part-time Legacy Administration Officer based in Warwick. In this role, you'll secure funds through legacy donations while managing relationships with stakeholders and supporters. The ideal candidate should possess strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to meaningful causes within the community.

Benefits

Increased employer pension contribution

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Winter savings club

Discount schemes

Confidential mental health support

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site flu jabs

24/7 GP access

Qualifications

• Well-developed administrative skills with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Some understanding of probate and estate law.

Responsibilities

• Secure income through legacy donations.
• Develop supporter and stakeholder relationships.
• Carry out administrative tasks effectively.

Skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Gifts in Wills are an essential part of The Myton Hospices' fundraising, enabling us to continue supporting patients and families across Coventry and Warwickshire. As a Legacy Administration Officer, you'll play a vital part in securing this income and ensuring supporter and stakeholder relationships are developed and supported. This is a part‑time position (15 hours per week during Monday‑Friday office hours), which is office‑based at our Warwick Hospice.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Have well‑developed administrative skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with trustees, executors, and the public.
• Are well organised with some understanding of the legal aspects of probate and estate law.
• Have the right to work in the UK.

A standard DBS check will be required because your role can involve interaction with patients. We will arrange and cover the cost of this check.

Who we are

Help us make a difference to people with life‑limiting illnesses. At The Myton Hospices, we provide specialist care and support for people with life‑limiting illnesses, and their loved ones, from the point of diagnosis to end of life. We are a much‑loved and well supported charity, at the heart of our community. We have three hospices, a range of community services, and 25 charity shops in Coventry and Warwickshire.

Why work with us

Myton is an amazing place to work, where the role every person plays has a positive impact for our patients, living with terminal illnesses, and their families. In recognition of this, we offer a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• Increased employer pension contribution
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with long service
• Additional leave purchasing
• Winter savings club
• Discount schemes including Blue Light Card
• Death in service benefit
• Dedicated wellbeing team & mental health first aiders
• Colleague Support Service: Confidential financial, legal & mental health support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on‑site flu jabs
• Free feminine hygiene products
• 24/7 GP access
• Free eye tests
• #DoingOurBit online fitness and wellbeing platform
• Menopause support