Trusts manager

Kidney Research UK; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A health-focused charity is seeking a Trusts Manager to implement its strategy for growing and diversifying income from trusts and foundations. The role offers hybrid working from the Peterborough office and involves managing relationships and submitting compelling funding applications. Ideal for individuals passionate about improving the lives of those affected by kidney disease.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Generous annual leave

6% pension contribution

Sick pay scheme

Employee assistance programme

Learning and development opportunities

Private medical insurance option

Discount portal access

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships.
• Experience in fundraising from trusts and foundations.
• Strong writing skills for proposals and reports.

Responsibilities

• Implement the trusts strategy to grow income.
• Develop and maintain relationships with partners.
• Manage a portfolio of proposals and applications.

Skills

Relationship building

Income generation

Application writing

Strategic planning

Job description

Overview

Trusts manager. Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid working. Salary £35,000 - £39,000 FTE depending on experience. Full time (37.5 hours) or part-time considered (minimum 30 hours per week).

Be a part of an energetic and vibrant team who are driven by the desire to improve the lives of people living with kidney disease. Our vision is the day when everyone lives free from kidney disease. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who thrives in a fast paced, ambitious environment. We want to prevent kidney disease from becoming a public health emergency and find better treatments for kidney patients sooner.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a talented trusts manager who will be responsible for implementing the trusts strategy, with a focus on significantly growing and diversifying income from new and existing trusts and foundations that can support our next five-year strategy. You will play a key role in developing and sustaining relationships, maintaining an up-to-date pipeline and submitting compelling applications, reports and updates. You will manage a portfolio of partners alongside prospecting new opportunities. You will have a passion for cultivating relationships and going above and beyond to develop lasting meaningful relationships with supporters.

You will operate with a hybrid, flexible working style and regular weekly office attendance is encouraged. The role is contracted to our Peterborough office. You will also be required to regularly attend external meetings and events.

How to apply

If you are interested in the position, please complete the online application form and submit together with your CV.

Equality and inclusion

We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Key dates

Closing date: Thursday 6 November 2025
Preliminary telephone interviews will be held on Wednesday 12 November 2025
In-person interviews will be held in Peterborough on Wednesday 19 November 2025

Additional information

No agencies please

Department: Philanthropy & Partnerships

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full time: 37.5 hours per week (will consider part time, minimum 30 hours)

Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 FTE depending on experience

Benefits

We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged, and are committed to offering a positive working culture along with a good work-life balance. As well as ensuring we pay our employees fairly, we offer the following benefits:

• LOCATION: Our main office is set in the city centre, a short walk from the bus and train station, with direct services from Cambridge, Norwich, Birmingham, Leicester, Leeds, Liverpool, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh. London King’s Cross is just 45 minutes away. The building is adjacent to the A15, just a few minutes from the A1 and direct connections to the national road network. Cyclists also benefit from Peterborough’s Green Wheel, a network of routes in and around the city, providing safe links to all areas.
• FLEXIBLE WORKING: Flexible working hours with start and finish times around core hours of 9.30 – 4.30.
• ANNUAL LEAVE: All full time employees start with paid bank holidays plus another 25 days holiday, increasing with every year of service to a maximum of 30. Pro rata for part time. Option to “sell” up to one-week annual leave in a pre-set window prior to the start of the holiday year.
• PENSION: The charity makes a generous contribution of 6% to a group pension plan. Employee contribution minimum 2% to meet current pension regulations. Enrolment on joining the charity.
• PARENTAL LEAVE: Compliance with maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
• SICK PAY: Charity sickness benefit after three months’ service: 2 weeks full pay, 2 weeks half pay in rolling 52 weeks. After one year: 4 weeks full pay/4 weeks half pay; after two years: 8 weeks full pay/8 weeks half pay.
• DEATH IN SERVICE: Covers all employees after three months’ service; four times salary. Valid up to 65th birthday or state pension age, whichever is greater.
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME: Confidential support, advice or counselling.
• BIKE LOAN SCHEME: Interest-free loan to purchase a bicycle for travel or events.
• CYCLE2WORK SCHEME: Tax-efficient salary-sacrifice for bicycle purchase over 12 months.
• EYECARE: Cost coverage for eye tests and help towards glasses for computer work (as per legislation).
• LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT: Webinars, training, knowledge sharing, events, research visits and volunteering opportunities.
• PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE: Optional cover for staff (plus partner and/or children at own expense).
• DISCOUNT PORTAL: Free access to discounted cards and vouchers for top retailers.
• INTEREST FREE LOAN: Up to £1,000 repayable over 12 months (salary deduction).

Closing date for applications: 6th November, 2025

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