Prospect Development Manager

IMPERIAL COLLEGE; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in London is seeking a Prospect Development Manager for maternity cover. This role involves research profile production, strategy execution, and team management, aimed at maximizing philanthropic income. Successful candidates will have background experience in prospect development and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

39 days' annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Flexible working policy

On-site leisure facilities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Interest-free season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Experience in Prospect Development team roles like Prospect Researcher or Officer.
• Familiarity with online resources for information gathering.
• Ability to translate information into briefings for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality research profiles on individuals and organizations.
• Design and execute prospect management strategies.
• Line manage a Prospect Research Officer.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Research skills

Job description

(Maternity cover – up to 12 months)

About the role:

Do you have an enquiring mind and strong interpersonal skills? Do you enjoy producing high-quality research for different audiences?Advancementare looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Prospect Development Manager to play a key role in building a strong base of support to maximise philanthropic income for the University and support the University’s fundraising activities.

What you would be doing:

• You will use a range of sources to produce high quality research profiles on individuals, companies and charitable foundations for a variety of purposes and different audiences.
• You will design and execute prospect management strategies, with responsibility for portfolio development and allocation of prospects in accordance with the Division’s prospect allocation process.
• You will conduct regular reviews with fundraisers to provide knowledge and guidance on portfolio metrics and strategic relationship building.
• You will develop and maintain positive relationships with fundraising colleagues and other senior members of staff.
• You will line manage a Prospect Research Officer, ensuring that they have objectives and targets as required and opportunities to fulfil their potential.

What we are looking for:

• Experience of working in a Prospect Development team, in a role such as Prospect Researcher, Prospect Development Officer, Prospect Research Manager.
• Experience of using a range of online resources to collate information, employing varying techniques and processes for gathering and disseminating information.
• Experience of translating information into briefings and writing reports for a wide range of audiences.
• Experience of recording and maintaining data.
• Experience of Higher Education Fundraising.
• Excellent organisational skills, demonstrating the ability to manage full workloads and conflicting priorities and deadlines.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

This is a full time, fixed-term contract offered as a maternity role based at the White City Campus.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: [Kate McCormick] – [[e-mail]].

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Closing date: 16 June 2025