Senior Major Gifts Manager

Adecco Portugal; Uxbridge; Híbrido; GBP 44.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is recruiting a Senior Major Gifts Manager for a prestigious higher education institution in Uxbridge. This permanent, hybrid role offers a salary of £44,352 to £48,337 and a 35-hour week, with three days on site and two remote days.

In this leadership position you will shape national and international fundraising strategies, manage major gifts portfolio (£250k–£2m), mentor fundraising staff, and ensure excellent donor care and reporting using Raiser's Edge.

Formación

• Proven experience in senior fundraising roles.
• Ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies.
• Excellent written proposals and financial reporting skills.

Responsabilidades

• Strategic leadership to review and enhance national and international fundraising strategies.
• Lead the development of major gift fundraising strategies aligned with institutional priorities for the next three years.
• Mentor and develop the fundraising staff and team capabilities.

Conocimientos

Fundraising leadership

Strategic fundraising

Relationship management

Proposal writing & reporting

Professional development

Descripción del empleo

Senior Major Gifts Manager

Location: Uxbridge

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Range: £44,352- £48,337

Hybrid: Three days on site

Working Pattern: Monday-Friday 35 per week

Our client, a prestigious organisation within the higher education sector, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Major Gifts Manager to lead their Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO). This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on philanthropic income, driving the organisation's mission forward by securing major gifts from generous donors.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Major Gifts Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of fundraising initiatives. Your responsibilities will include:

Strategic Leadership

• Collaborating with the Head of Development to review and enhance national and international fundraising strategies.
• Leading the development of innovative major gift fundraising strategies aligned with institutional priorities for the next three years.
• Mentoring and nurturing the professional growth of team members, particularly within the fundraising staff.

Prospect Management & Donor Care

• Identifying and cultivating prospective donors, guiding them toward major gift solicitation, typically ranging from £250,000 to £2,000,000.
• Conducting thorough prospect research and directing efforts to engage high-net-worth individuals and organisations.
• Managing a portfolio of donors, ensuring outstanding donor care and tailored stewardship.
• Crafting compelling written proposals, presenting financial information in an engaging and accessible format.

Operational Excellence

• Maintaining meticulous records of donor interactions and prospect management within the Development team tracker and Raiser's Edge.
• Staying informed about the latest developments in fundraising, charity law, and philanthropic trends.
• Contributing to the overall fundraising strategy and supporting the Head of Development with various initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in fundraising, particularly at a senior level, with a track record of securing significant donations.
• Strong strategic leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful fundraising strategies.
• Exceptional relationship management abilities, with experience in liaising with high-net-worth individuals and organisations.
• Excellent proposal writing and financial reporting skills.
• A proactive approach to professional development and a commitment to best practises in fundraising.

Why Join Our Client?

This is more than just a job; it's a chance to drive meaningful change within a leading educational institution. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, faculty, and volunteers, making a real difference in the lives of students and the wider community.

If you are an innovative and results-oriented leader with a passion for higher education and fundraising, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.