Supporter Acquisition Lead

Disabled Workers Co-operative; London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A disability equality charity is seeking a Supporter Acquisition Lead in London. The successful candidate will lead an innovative and inclusive fundraising team, responsible for acquiring new supporters through various channels. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising leadership and strong skills in data analysis, budget management, and stakeholder engagement. Join a pioneering organization committed to equality and diversity.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Company pension

Training and career development

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a fundraising leadership role.
• In-depth understanding of fundraising acquisition strategies.
• Experience with budget management and financial modelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment of new supporters through various channels.
• Develop and implement acquisition strategy to drive income growth.
• Manage a high-performing acquisition team.

Skills

Supporter acquisition

Fundraising leadership

Data analysis

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Job description

CompanyName: Scope

JobLocation: London

JobStatus: Full Time

JobDescription :
Supporter Acquisition Lead
Ref: REQ004396
£50,133 a year
London, E15 2GW/Hybrid Working

1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses.

Together we will be unstoppable. For more information please visit our website.

We are looking for a Supporter Acquisition Lead to join the mass fundraising and engagement team at Scope.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of innovative, inclusive, and data-driven acquisition campaigns.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring we recruit up to 25,000 new supporters annually through a wide range of channels including, face to face, digital, telemarketing and payroll giving, across both cause and lottery programmes.

The role
As the Supporter Acquisition Lead, you’ll lead a team of three to ensure we’re recruiting quality long term supporters, whilst diversifying our acquisition programme.
Your role will consist of:
• Developing and implementing Scope’s Individual Giving acquisition strategy to drive long-term income growth.
• Leading innovation through a test-and-learn approach across products and channels.
• Leading and developing a high-performing acquisition team.
• Overseeing the planning and execution of multi-channel acquisition campaigns.
• Managing complex budgets and reforecast monthly against targets.

About you

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced fundraising leader, with experience in developing and building successful acquisition teams and programmes.

• Proven track record in supporter acquisition, with at least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• In-depth understanding of fundraising and supporter acquisition strategies, techniques, and best practices.
• Experience in developing and managing complex budgets including financial modelling and reforecasts, and delivering against agreed budgets.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including experience in managing and motivating a team.
• Ability to analyse data and trends to inform fundraising strategies and decisions.
• Experience in building relationships with and managing multiple stakeholders.
• In depth knowledge of fundraising and marketing compliance and regulations within the UK.
• Experience in managing external agencies and working with internal creative teams.
Please give examples in your application to show how you have these skills.

We also ask you to share how you support Scope’s values and our goal of a fair and equal future for disabled people.

Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.

Job Requirements/
Application Instructions:
Disabled candidates
We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.

Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

If you require adjustments through your journey with us, please email us via our website.

Find out more about asking for adjustments at interview.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.

We encourage people of colour and other underrepresented communities to apply and join Scope. We believe that this will bring new ideas and help us work better. We know that a variety of perspectives and viewpoints will greatly support the work we do and help us to reach all communities.

We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.

We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.

You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.

Scope benefits
We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
• Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
• Company pension
• Excellent training and career development
• Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
• Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.

How to apply
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online:
https://ce0258li.webitrent.com/ce0258li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=797723BOCw&WVID=684025072G
Application closing date: 10/08/2025

Address: Recruitment
Scope
Scope
London
London
E15 2GW

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