Philanthropy Manager

Venn Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charitable organization in Central London seeks a Philanthropy Manager to develop relationships with high-value donors and secure significant contributions. The ideal candidate has experience in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a passion for driving social impact. Join us in making a difference!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in major donor or high-value fundraising.
• Strong track record of securing significant gifts.
• Excellent relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver compelling research proposals.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value supporters.
• Plan and deliver bespoke donor events.
• Monitor performance against income targets.

Skills

Major donor fundraising

Relationship management

Communication skills

Networking

Organisational skills

Results-driven

Collaboration

Job description

Philanthropy Manager – Venn Group

Location: Central London

Working hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

This vacancy is being actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver compelling research proposals, engagement opportunities, and stewardship plans for donors
• Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value supporters, ensuring strong and lasting relationships
• Identify new prospects and secure significant gifts through proactive cultivation and engagement
• Plan and deliver bespoke donor events, visits, and meetings to strengthen supporter connections
• Produce high-quality proposals, briefings, and stewardship materials that inspire confidence and investment
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams to identify funding opportunities and package them for donor support
• Monitor performance against income targets, preparing reports and forecasts for senior management
• Stay informed on trends and best practices in philanthropy fundraising
• Undertake any other duties as reasonably required to support the fundraising function

Qualifications

• Proven experience in major donor or high-value fundraising, with a strong track record of securing significant gifts
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to engage confidently with donors, trustees, and senior stakeholders
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, able to craft persuasive proposals and impact reports
• Confident networker with the ability to identify and cultivate new prospects
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple relationships and projects simultaneously
• Results‑driven, motivated, and methodical in managing a busy workload
• A collaborative team player who shares a passion for driving social impact