Major Donor and Legacy Fundraising Manager

NATIONAL CHURCHES TRUST; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization is seeking a skilled fundraiser to strengthen donor relationships and drive funding for historic churches in the UK. This role combines traditional fundraising with engaging high-net-worth individuals to secure significant donations. The perfect candidate will be passionate about maintaining church buildings and fostering connections within the community. This full-time, permanent position is based in London with a flexible hybrid working policy and offers a salary between £32,000 and £40,000 per annum depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in major donor fundraising.
• Ability to build relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Steward supporters to feel valued and connected.
• Focus on building relationships with potential major donors.
• Raise income to support charity's mission.

Skills

Major donor fundraising

Communication

Relationship building

Self-motivated

Team player

Job description

Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum depending on experience

Location: London (Westminster) and remote (hybrid working policy in place)

Full‑time, Permanent

About the role

We are looking for a skilled fundraiser and communicator who is passionate about stewarding supporters, so that they feel valued and connected to our mission. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in raising income for the charity, so that we can help keep historic churches open and in use. We are looking for someone who will be able will focus on building one‑to‑one relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals, legators and prospects who have the ability to give significant donations to increase the overall income of the charity. If you’re an enthusiastic, self‑motivated, team‑player with experience of major donor fundraising, then this is the role for you.

About the National Churches Trust

We want to keep the UK’s wonderful collection of church buildings well maintained, valued and in use. Working on the ground in all four nations, we support churches of all denominations. Our vision is to see open churches thriving at the heart of their communities.

Our mission:

• We Speak Up: churches are valued and supported
• We Build Up: churches are well maintained, adaptable and in good repair
• We Open Up: churches are sustainable, open and welcoming support

Our values:

• Being straightforward in responding to others’ needs
• Providing support that makes a difference
• Joining forces to achieve greater impact
• Driving change that brings our vision closer

Apply for the role

For an informal conversation about the role please contact [e-mail]. To apply, please send a covering letter (max 2 sides) detailing your interest in the role and how you meet the requirements, together with a copy of your CV to [e-mail].

To find out more about this role, please visit www.nationalchurchestrust.org/joinourteam where you can download the job description including person specification.

Closing date: 18 January 2026.

Interview date: w/c 26 January 2026 in Westminster, London.