Philanthropy Development Manager - £50k pro-rata (part-time)

The Goldsmiths' Company; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Goldsmiths' Company is seeking a Philanthropy Development Manager to lead efforts in increasing members' charitable giving. This dynamic role focuses on developing strategies to significantly boost donations, collaborating with various teams and building strong relationships within the member community. If you're passionate about fundraising and want to shape the future of philanthropy at a historic institution, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

23 days annual leave

Company social events

Cycle to Work scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Qualifications

• Proven track record in fundraising or philanthropy development.
• Demonstrable success in growing income from individual donors.
• Strong experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a multi-year strategy to grow member giving.
• Develop and manage campaigns, appeals, events, and digital communications.
• Monitor progress through clear KPIs and provide regular performance reporting.

Skills

Fundraising

Communication

Project Management

Relationship Building

Data Analysis

Education

Experience in charity sector

Job description

The Goldsmiths’ Company is seeking an experienced, dynamic, target driven fundraiser to lead a step-change in member’s charitable giving as our first Philanthropy Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and implement strategies that will double the amount individual members give, shaping the future of philanthropic giving at the Company.

Place of work

Goldsmiths’ Hall, London, EC2V 6BN (At least 2 days a week on site with flexibility to work from home up to 1 day a week). Out of office hours will be required for certain events.

Working hours

20.25 hours per week over 3 days

The Goldsmiths’ Company

A contemporary company with deep roots in the past, the Goldsmiths’ Company is a cultural institution and membership organisation – one of the Great Twelve City of London Livery Companies. Established in 1327 and now with over 1500-active members the Company has contributed to national life for eight centuries. In 2027, we will celebrate our 700th anniversary.

The Company advances the trade and craft of silversmithing and jewellery through training, exhibitions and fairs, and operates the London Assay Office which protects trade and consumers by testing and hallmarking precious metals.

The Goldsmiths’ Foundation is a charity (formerly The Goldsmiths’ Company Charity) focused on advancing creative, technical, and vocational skills, education and training in the craft and trade of goldsmithing, silversmithing and jewellery, the wider creative industries, and other fields, through grants, advocacy, and support to charity partners.

Members philanthropy

There has never been a more exciting time to join the Goldsmiths’ Company, as we embark on ambitious plans to reinvigorate members’ charitable giving ahead of 2027.

The Company enjoys a strong sense of pride and engagement among its members. With 91% feeling proud to be part of it; over three-quarters of our members join the Company because of the spirit of community. They are motivated to give back and are passionate about supporting the trade and craft and the next generation – part of our living heritage.

Our aim is that all members are a dynamic force for positive change, with a shared purpose to be outstanding role models for future generations of Goldsmiths.

In recent years, charitable donations from members have plateaued. We are embarking on an ambitious new phase to reinvigorate and increase our philanthropic income and deepen our relationships with supporters – setting the future of philanthropic giving for generations to come.

Role Purpose

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, fundraiser who is target driven, to apply for a new role, Philanthropy Development Manager, to lead a step-change in member giving.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of philanthropic giving at the Goldsmiths’ Company.

The postholder will develop and implement strategies to double the amount individual members give each year for the next three years. In doing this they will work with the Goldsmiths’ Foundation to harness the power of community, connection, and purpose-driven philanthropy.

This role is ideal for a confident relationship-builder, communicator and fundraiser who can develop compelling cases for support, segment and engage diverse supporter groups, and deliver targeted campaigns that inspire generosity. They will need to relish the opportunity to collaborate with different teams and stakeholders across the organisation and enjoy the challenge of working to achieve a significant new fundraising target.

The role is part of the membership team and will collaborate closely across teams in the institution, particularly the Goldsmiths’ Foundation, Finance and Communications.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver a multi-year strategy to grow member giving, with a focus on significantly increasing contributions within a defined timeframe.

Analyse current giving trends and segment the membership to identify opportunities for tailored engagement and stewardship.

Develop and manage campaigns, appeals, events, and digital communications that strengthen donor relationships and drive income.

Build personal relationships with high-potential donors.

Collaborate with Communications and other teams to align philanthropic messaging with the Goldsmiths’ Foundation’s impact and values.

Monitor progress through clear KPIs and provide regular performance reporting to leadership, the Membership Committee and Foundation Trustees.

Identify and seize opportunities to amplify and promote members’ giving, in collaboration with teams across the Goldsmiths’ Foundation, Membership, Communications and Finance.

Contribute to annual budgets and business planning.

Maintain and develop the CRM system in line with fundraising best practice and UK GDPR, and ensure fundraising is ethical, inclusive and legally compliant.

Skills and Experience

Proven track record in fundraising or philanthropy development, ideally within a membership or alumni-based organisation.

Demonstrable success in growing income from individual donors, including designing and delivering donor acquisition and retention strategies.

Strong experience in project management, with good operational and planning skills and the confidence to co-ordinate the work of others.

Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages that resonate with diverse audiences.

Data-driven mindset, with experience in CRM/database management, donor segmentation, and campaign performance analysis.

Strong relationship-building skills, including experience stewarding mid- to high-level donors or members.

Creative, proactive, and self-motivated, with a passion for mission-led work and a collaborative approach to achieving results.

Experience working in an arts, education, or heritage charity.

Understanding of membership engagement models and legacy giving,

Familiarity with ethical fundraising practices and UK charity fundraising regulations.

Demonstrable commitment to best practice in diversity, equity, and inclusion, and applying these principles to philanthropic strategy and stakeholder engagement.

Attributes

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

A strong sense of integrity and purpose, motivated by the opportunity to support the trade and craft, creativity and education through meaningful philanthropy.

Emotional intelligence and empathy, with the ability to build trust and nurture long-term relationships across a diverse community of members.

A collaborative and inclusive approach, working respectfully and effectively across teams and with members from all walks of life.

Resilience and adaptability, comfortable navigating change and committed to continuous learning and improvement.

• 23 days annual leave (inclusive of 3 Christmas closure days) plus public holidays

• Generous pension scheme (up to 14% employer contribution, if employee contributes 5%)

• Access to retail discount platform (VivUp)

• Company social events, including up to 5 free tickets to the Goldsmiths’ Fair

• Death in Service of 4 x salary (8 x salary if a member of the Company pension scheme) **

• Cycle to Work scheme **

• Season Ticket Loan **

** after successful completion of probation

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV, and a one-page motivation letter setting out why you want the role and how you meet the requirements, to [e-mail]

The deadline for applications is at midnight on Thursday 12 June, and if you are successful in being shortlisted, we will be in touch shortly after the closing date.

Interviews

First round interviews, Tuesday 17June 2025– in person at Goldsmiths’ Hall

Final round interviews, Thursday 19June 2025 – in person at Goldsmiths’ Hall