Principal Gifts Lead: High-Value Philanthropy Architect

NFP People; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Not For Profit People is recruiting a Principal Gifts Lead to design, launch and grow a new programme focused on ultra-high-net-worth donors within a Christian charity context. The role offers home-based work or access to Milton Keynes/London offices, with regular UK travel and a 36.5-hour work week.

The role targets significant multi-year commitments, starting income goals and a long-term plan to build a major gifts income stream, shaping partnerships with senior stakeholders and donors.

Qualifications

• Track record securing six- and seven-figure philanthropic partnerships.
• Experience managing a major‑gifts or principal‑gifts portfolio.
• Proven success against stretching income targets with a strong pipeline.
• Ability to influence senior donors, trustees, leaders and advisers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong strategic planning and relationship management.
• Collaborative approach and the ability to coach colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Build a strong donor pipeline and secure multi-year commitments.
• Grow principal gifts as a visible, sustainable income stream.
• Lead high-value donor opportunities and connect ambitions with programmes.
• Deepen strategic partnerships and increase sustainable income for children.

Skills

Six- and seven-figure gifts

Major gifts portfolio

Influencing senior donors

Excellent communication

Strategic planning

Relationship management

Team coaching

Mission-driven commitment

Job description

Not For Profit People is recruiting a Principal Gifts Lead to design, launch and grow a new programme focused on ultra-high-net-worth donors within a Christian charity context. The role offers home-based work or access to Milton Keynes/London offices, with regular UK travel and a 36.5-hour work week.

The role targets significant multi-year commitments, starting income goals and a long-term plan to build a major gifts income stream, shaping partnerships with senior stakeholders and donors.