Philanthropy Manager

Role Overview The Talent Set are delighted to partner with our client on a fantastic Philanthropy Manager role. This position involves developing high-quality funding proposals, impactful reports, and stewarding relationships with major donors, trusts, and foundations. It is integral to supporting the organisation’s growth and increasing high-value income. Key Responsibilities • Lead the creation of compelling funding applications and donor-facing reports, ensuring clarity and impact. • Manage and maintain relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, and partner organisations through effective stewardship and engagement. • Collaborate with fundraising, communications, research, and scientific colleagues to develop funding propositions and reports. • Oversee impact reporting, ensuring the organisation's work is compellingly communicated to supporters and stakeholders. • Support the development of high-value funding strategies aligned with organisational growth plans. • Assist in maintaining accurate donor and funding databases, tracking engagement and income streams. • Contribute to preparing materials for fundraising events and campaigns where appropriate. Person Specification • Proven experience in trusts and foundations fundraising, with a focus on major gift prospects. • Exceptional written communication skills, with ability to produce clear, persuasive proposals and reports with minimal edits. • Strong relationship management skills, capable of maintaining meaningful engagement with donors and funders. • Ability to work collaboratively across departments, considering feedback and contributing to collective funding efforts. • Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Adaptable and proactive, with a passion for making a difference in the charity sector. What’s on Offer Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours. Commitment to Diversity The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.