Legacy Fundraiser

Barnsley Hospice; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare charity in Barnsley is seeking a compassionate Legacy Fundraiser to grow and sustain its legacy giving programme. The role involves promoting legacy giving, managing donor relationships, and delivering impactful fundraising campaigns. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in legacy fundraising and excellent communication skills. This part-time position is ideal for empathetic individuals who want to make a lasting difference in their community. Flexible working hours and a supportive team environment are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Training opportunities

Flexible working where possible

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in legacy fundraising or a similar role essential.
• Proven track record of stewarding supporters and managing pledges essential.
• Experience in a fast-paced office environment essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee a sustainable legacy fundraising programme.
• Steward legacy donors from enquiry to pledge.
• Monitor financial activity related to legacy income streams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Proactivity

Education

GCSE in English and Maths (grade C or above)

Good understanding of the legacy and gifts in wills process in the UK

Job description

Do you believe in the power of gifts that last beyond a lifetime? Barnsley Hospice is looking for a compassionate Legacy Fundraiser to grow and sustain our legacy giving programme, securing care for future generations.

What Youll Do

Promote legacy giving through campaigns, events, and communications

Build and maintain relationships with solicitors, will-writers, and professional partners

Steward legacy supporters with sensitivity and professionalism

Deliver presentations and community information sessions

Record pledges and income accurately in the CRM

Work with fundraising and communications teams to maximise impact

About the Role

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Part-time (22.5 - 30 hrs/week)

Interview Date: 22/01/2026

Were Looking For Someone Who

Is compassionate, confident, and an excellent communicator

Can handle sensitive conversations with empathy

Is organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities

Shares Barnsley Hospices values and mission

We Offer

The chance to make a lasting impact

A supportive and inclusive environment

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working where possible

Generous annual leave and pension scheme

Main duties of the job

Develop, implement, and oversee a sustainable legacy fundraising programme to maximise income.

Deliver annual legacy campaigns and events, managing supporter journeys from enquiry to pledge.

Steward legacy pledgers, ensuring timely and relevant communications across multiple channels.

Liaise with solicitors and executors, keeping CRM records accurate and GDPR-compliant.

Monitor and report financial activity in collaboration with the Finance Team.

Project manage marketing communications: direct mail, digital, social media, and events.

Support large hospice events, including occasional work outside contracted hours.

Network with fundraisers and keep up-to-date with legacy trends, Charity Law, and fundraising regulations.

Act as a key contact for legacy fundraising across the organisation.

Assist with other income generation activities as required, working closely with marketing, events, and supporter engagement teams.

Use excellent organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills to maximise donor engagement and income.

About us

BarnsleyHospice is a charity that provides specialist palliative and end of life care to hundreds of local people and those close to them each year. Our main priority is to achieve the best possible quality of life for people living with a life‑limiting illness, whilst supporting those close to them during the period of illness and bereavement. As a specialist care provider, the range of skills we offer include pain and symptom management, emotional support and end‑of‑life care. The hospice currently employs about 100 people and has a team of volunteers, based both at the hospice and within our Retail Hub.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQIA+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Barnsley Hospice.

Job responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee a sustainable legacy fundraising programme under the supervision of the Individual Giving and Lottery Manager to maximise income.

Plan, deliver, and establish annual legacy campaigns and events with support from the Marketing and Communications Team.

Manage supporter journeys, stewarding legacy donors from enquiry to pledge.

Respond to supporter enquiries via telephone, email, or the hospice website.

Coordinate and oversee stewardship of legacy pledgers, ensuring timely communications and collaboration with relevant teams.

Liaise with solicitors and executors, recording interactions in the CRM system.

Act as the main point of contact for legacy fundraising across the organisation.

Monitor and report on financial activity related to legacy income streams with the Finance Team, identifying growth, concern, and success.

Organise annual legacy pledger stewardship events, on‑site or at external venues.

Plan and manage Make a Will Month events, liaising with local solicitors to raise awareness and maximise income.

Gather insight on legacy giving trends, networking with other hospice fundraisers to keep strategies current.

Develop and project manage end‑to‑end legacy marketing communications, including direct mail, social media, digital campaigns, and events.

Maintain GDPR‑compliant CRM records to ensure accurate reporting and meaningful donor communications.

Provide event support at large hospice events, including occasional work outside contracted hours.

Support the Individual Giving and Lottery Manager with other fundraising activities as needed, ensuring coordinated efforts.

Keep up‑to‑date with Charity Law and sector fundraising developments, adhering to the Charities Act and Fundraising Regulator codes.

Act as an active, supportive member of the Income Generation team, sharing skills, insights, and knowledge.

Other Responsibilities

Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role.

Act as an ambassador for the Hospice, maintaining honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness.

Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.

Follow health and safety and fire precautions.

Adhere to clinical risk management, safeguarding procedures, and relevant best practice guidelines.

Ensure data protection is maintained at all times.

Be flexible with working hours to meet service needs.

Support the Hospice across a range of duties within the grading of the post. Responsibilities may evolve over time, with full communication and consultation on significant changes.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths (grade C or above) essential
• Good understanding of the legacy and gifts in wills process in the UK essential

Experience

• At least 2 years experience in legacy fundraising or a similar role essential,
• Proven track record of stewarding supporters and managing pledges essential,
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, busy office environment essential
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences essential,
• Skilled in tailoring engagement tools to legacy supporters preferences, including letters, emails, and phone communications essential,
• Experience delivering excellent customer and supporter experiences essential,
• Experience collaborating with creative teams to produce persuasive and impactful marketing assets essential,
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use desirable,
• Experience creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies desirable

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

£27,510 a yearPay is calculated pro rata based on hours worked.